Below is an example of a report for the famous singer Tina Turner. No Astrologer could manually write all this. The computer accurately calculated all the relevant astrological definitions that apply. It then produces a custom book for the child. A new born baby with all this information. Unbelievable source for inspiration and guidance for their parent. In this case you can see that the report will actually show the current situation, that for Tina Turner is for an older age.
I chose Tina Turner, as we all know her life and contribution and talent.
Tina Turner
The Astrological Chart
Tina Turner
Nov 26, 1939
10:10:00 PM CST +06:00
Nutbush,TN
089W24'29", 35N41'53"
Planet Sign Position House House Cusps
Sun Sagittarius 04°Sg01' 04th 01 17°Le25'
Moon Gemini 07°Ge14' 10th 02 10°Vi28'
Mercury Sagittarius 07°Sg40' R 04th 03 08°Li10'
Venus Sagittarius 24°Sg59' 05th 04 10°Sc42'
Mars Pisces 04°Pi48' 07th 05 15°Sg20'
Jupiter Pisces 28°Pi53' 08th 06 18°Cp08'
Saturn Aries 25°Ar16' R 09th 07 17°Aq25'
Uranus Taurus 19°Ta23' R 10th 08 10°Pi28'
Neptune Virgo 25°Vi14' 02nd 09 08°Ar10'
Pluto Leo 02°Le48' R 12th 10 10°Ta42'
Midheaven Taurus 10°Ta42' 11 15°Ge20'
Ascendant Leo 17°Le25' 12 18°Ca08'
The Rising Sign
First let's take a quick look at your child's Ascendant, or Rising sign. Astrologers want to
know what zodiac sign is rising at birth, since this gives a picture of the way we appear or come
across to others. We look out upon the world through the glasses of the Rising Sign. Your
child's Rising Sign will offer clues as to how your child perceives himself or would like others
to see him. Many astrologers consider the Rising Sign as important as the Sun Sign in
describing identity. This makes sense, since the Ascendant describes the early childhood
experience. From myriad impressions and interactions, the child will weave the tapestry of his
unique selfhood. If the Rising Sign is very different from the Sun sign, the child may have to
work at integrating diverse aspects of his personality.
Lively Leo wears his heart on his sleeve, always managing to come across as confident and
sure of himself. (Sometime when the Leo Lion is wounded, his bravado is a dramatic
cover-up!) Leo children are typically very free with their emotions which nevertheless tend to
stay under control. Your Leo child is affectionate, warm-hearted and effusive. Liking center
stage, he may want all the attention on himself! Teach him to be thoughtful. The Sun rules Leo.
If your child's Sun is in a Fire sign, leadership potential is enhanced, but he probably needs to
learn to "harness the fire" as well as to consider the needs of others. If his Sun is in an Air sign,
he is apt to be quite sociable, optimistic and positive. He is probably friendly and
communicative. The child with a water sign Sun with Leo rising could be temperamental; he
needs a good sense of self-esteem. He could feel hurt easily. An earth sign Sun could be the
signature of a banker! His bravado is likely to applied in practical works (later in work).
Leo Rising
Planet Aspects
The Lights: The Sun and Moon
At the time of our birth, the planets (through their configurations and relationships) tell us
something about the quality of the moment of time into which we were born. Each planet points
to special traits within us. Yet, of all the planets, the two most important planets to astrologers
are the "lights," the Sun and the Moon. From where we stand here on Earth, the great shining
Sun by day and the reflecting Moon at night are our constant companions. The Sun and Moon
are our greatest guides in understanding our children, their temperament, personality,
relationship with parents and other significant adults, their sense of purpose, their feelings and
much more! The Sun and Moon give us clues as to where our children are headed and how we
can help them on the way.
Planet Aspects
The Sun: Your Self and Future
The Sun represents our identity, or self and as such, colors every other aspect of the chart.
In a child's chart, the Sun will reveal much about his emerging personality. Your child's greatest
strengths and challenges are often described by the qualities of his Sun Sign. A Leo child, for
example, is a born leader but may be pompous. A Piscean youngster may draw upon a rich
imagination to inspire others, but may seek to escape reality by retreating into a fantasy world.
The wise parent will train the child to manifest the positive qualities of his Sun Sign. The
position of the Sun also helps us understand what motivates our children. A child with a Fire
sign Sun such as Aries, will generally be motivated by seeking new experiences in which he
can assert himself, whereas a Water sign Sun child is more emotional and will seek comfort and
security before venturing out. Children born into Earth signs tend to be grounded. They're
builders and seek means of practical expression. They want to know, "How does it work?" Air
sign Sun children can experience life through thoughts and thrive on social interaction and
communication. The Sun also represents the child's perception of the father (or dominant
parent) and the qualities the child identifies with within the father. From here, we extend our
understanding of this relationship to authorities and adults in general and later, to the child's
understanding of his own life purpose. For example, a child with the Sun in harmonious aspect
to Mars would likely feel supported by the father and therefore more prone to self confidence
than a child born with the Sun square Mars. The latter might feel blocked on some level by the
father or dominant parent. Both, however, are dynamic positions indicating leadership potential.
Sun in Sagittarius
Sagittarius is a Fire sign on the thinking cross. Its symbol is The Archer. Your fiery archer
likes to be out-front, frank, and even rough and tumble at times. He gets to the heart of any
subject and tells it like it is! Sagittarians are generally outgoing and well-liked, but they're
notorious for being too blunt; the ol' foot in mouth syndrome! Teach your child tact and social
graces. Do not allow rudeness in your household.
Sagittarians are the explorers of the zodiac. Little Archers in particular can be quite restless!
Baby Archers delight in strolls around the neighborhood. Tricycles, bicycles and scooters are
welcomed with glee! Sagittarian children do not generally take to boundaries readily, so don't
be surprised if your child lets you know the playpen's not his favorite place! "Don't fence me
in" could easily be his theme song. The challenge begins at toddler age when he takes off in all
directions! Older Sagittarians may have trouble staying put in a school chair all day! No
wonder! This sign's natural impulse is to transcend all limitation. Nevertheless, for safety's sake
and for the sake of future success you'll need to teach your child the necessity for limits! For the
same reasons, the Sagittarian youngster may resent restrictions on his freedom. Your child may
be a born adventurer. Nevertheless, watch out for signs of "dare-devilry" that border on
arrogance! All children need to learn to play by the rules and Sagittarian youngsters are no
exceptions!
Sagittarian children love to travel, its true, but not just physically. They travel with their
minds. Seek ways to introduce your child to a wide range of subjects. Colorful books on
religious themes, heroes and noble deeds, far-off lands will capture his attention and ignite his
own sense of mission! He has a love for the law and a natural sense of fairness. Even more important than book learning for Sagittarian children may be exposure to a variety of diverse
environments and experiences: the park, the marketplace, the mountains, the sea. Sagittarians
are also known to be outdoorspeople and enjoy participating in or following sports. Horseback
riding comes naturally to many children of this sign, whose symbol is the Centaur. Show your
child the arrow in the Centaur's hand. The arrow must reach the mark. Tire not in reminding
your spirited archer that he must finish what he begins, whether it be putting away his toys or
completing his homework. Especially if Mercury is in Sagittarius (less so if its in Scorpio or
Capricorn) he may tend to skip the details in his work or become easily distracted. Help him
develop good study habits and mental concentration by learning to pull in the reins of the mind
and focus on task at hand.
Sagittarians are typically friendly and outspoken. When they feel they have been wronged
(disciplined or hemmed in) Sagittarian children may express resentment and a desire to get
even. Retaliation is the misuse of the Sagittarian light! The Sagittarian youngster needs to
experience bringing his project to completion, getting the ball in the net and making that goal.
When his youth is marked by victories, there is no room for resentment!
Moon Opposition Sun
Your child may feel torn between the impulse to stand on his own two feet, and a need to be
cared for and nurtured. His independent streak may be hard to balance with a need for love and
affection. This could also be re-enforced if mother and father work at cross purposes. Friction
between mother (Moon) and father (Sun) could manifest as an internal "split" within the child
that he would seek to later resolve in adult relationships with the opposite sex. The resulting
tension would have to be dealt with gradually and methodically. Check the signs and houses the
lights are in; here your child will seek to achieve balance. Ideally, he experiences the flow
between the Sun and Moon as a Tai-Chi, a perfect polarity and is centered and poised,
expressing the best of both signs. Often, however, the opposition signifies initial conflict and
imbalance. Sextiles or trines to the Sun or Moon suggest how the conflict can be eased or
resolved. Squares to either or both bodies increase tension but also become the focus of
potential dynamic creativity and growth.
Sun Square Mars
Others may sense in your child the presence of much energy. He may tend to have trouble
just relaxing but he works well with creative tension. This aggressiveness could lead to undue
competition and a tendency to get into scrapes. On the positive end, your child could impress
you by his determined striving. He probably enjoys contests and will learn by pitting his
physical or mental strength against others. He could be willful, stubborn, impulsive, too daring
for his own good. If he learns to control his temper, he could be a dynamo! Some children with
this aspect have a noticeably short fuse. Others hold anger in, but people pick up on the energy
and so they end up in disputes. Teach your child respect for others and find ways for him to
channel his energy into accomplishments; sports or creative projects demanding physical or
mental stamina might fit the bill! Help him avoid the frustration so characteristic of this aspect
by teaching him patience and planning. Children with the Sun (ego, "I AM") and Mars (action through desire) forming a challenging square often tend to approach life from a "me" stance and therefore can be overly
touchy or defensive. Astrologer Betty Lundsted suggests that this aspect sometimes indicates
growing up in a difficult social environment; for example, where there is racial prejudice or
religious bigotry. Your child likely is a hard worker but may need to learn when to stop. He
may shine in pioneer or leadership roles. This aspect sometimes indicates an executive type or a
career in police work, the military, firefighting, professional sports, dance, medicine or physical
therapy.
Sun Trine Jupiter
Your child may surprise your with his uncanny sense of justice coupled with an innate
ability to interpret the law, whether manmade or natural. This could manifest as an ability to
show others the way through, or beyond, the problems in their lives. He could also radiate much
energy and could probably benefit by plenty of exercise and outdoor play. Your child may be
adventuresome. Chances are he is a born traveler and you may find him very interested in
learning about the faiths and lifestyles of people across the globe and throughout history. This
placement is considered fortunate, a protective influence. Sometimes this placement indicates a
special love for the father, a teacher or Guru.
Sun Trine Pluto
Its said that those born with Pluto aspecting the Sun manage to cram many lifetimes into
one, for during their life they pass though intense periods of self-transformation. This Sun/Pluto
contact gives a Scorpio-like coloring to the chart. Your child may experience life with
emotional intensity. This aspect confers stamina and good leadership potential for emergency
and crisis situations. Your child could be sensitive and strong willed. He may have to work at
overcoming resentment; especially when he doesn't get his way.
The Moon: The Support System
In a child's chart, we look to the position of the Moon to understand the child's perception of
his mother, of his need to be cared for and to nurture. The Moon also describes the child's
experience within his family, with its particular dynamics, tradition and heritage. From these,
the child establishes his roots. The Moon, then, indicates the early childhood environment, our
early support systems. Emotional responses are traced to the Moon and hence, to patterns
established during childhood (and even during other lifetimes). These often become automatic
and subconscious in the adult. Thus, the sign placement of the Moon reveals much about our
child's emotional needs and expressions. The Moon may dominate the child's chart during the
first 7 years of life. The Moon will tell us what the child needs to feel secure and also what
kinds of habits would be helpful or detrimental to his development. For example, a child with a
Sagittarian Moon is happy when he has plenty of room to explore. (But he needs to learn the
value of limits) A Cancer Moon child, in contrast, may cling to Mom's apron strings. (But he
may need to overcome fear of making it on his on).
Moon in Gemini
Gemini is an Air sign on the thinking cross. Its symbol is The Twins. Your child is at home
where there's lots of communication, investigation, travel and exploration. He could be
fascinated by social interchange (and chattering too). He could enjoy reading and writing. One
day, probably when he is a teenager, your child may ask for his own phone, which is fine but
discourage him from idle talk and gossip.
Gemini energy is objective so children with this lunar placement tend to be more mental
than emotional unless other aspects strongly indicate otherwise. Even if the latter be true, you'll
find you can reach your child through reason. He needs to know he can talk to you. He needs to
hear his thoughts, and he wants to know that he is understood.
This is the child that always asks you "why?." Your child enjoys variety and change. He
may find it difficult to concentrate on one activity at a time. The Gemini youngster likes to get
around, enjoys outings, and all types of transportation toys that allow him to be on the go! He
may be a tinkerer, with a penchant for taking apart and putting things back together. Insist he
finish the job and put it away before he gets into another project. Mechanical toys, puzzles, and
later computers keep his busy hands and restless mind engaged for hours. Thinking, writing,
researching, and science are favored. Plenty of learning occurs at home, or perhaps the parents
are well educated. Geminis are natural teachers.
The Moon in Gemini child perceives his mother as busy and interested in his education. If
afflicted, the child may feel a lack of emotional warmth from her, or may not be sure what's
expected of him. In some cases, a sibling (Gemini) helps the mother (Moon) raise the child. The
Moon's aspects could describe a close or difficult relationship with a brother or sister.
Moon Opposition Sun
Your child was born during a Full Moon, when the Sun and Moon are in polarity. Sun is
father, Moon is Mother. Does your child experience an inner flow of these two basic principles
or does he experience a see-saw as when torn between 2 sets of parents, or when Mommy and
Daddy are at odds with one another or physically separated? If the latter, this may later manifest
as an imbalance between the outer behavior or conscious will (father/Sun), and the feelings
(mother/Moon). Another possible interpretation is that he may find himself torn between an
environment that is very comfortable and supportive versus a real need to grow, progress, and
push out on his own. Throughout his life, your child will seek integration of mind and heart
through relationships he forms. Sometimes we see the Sun/Moon opposition manifesting as a
love of history versus future trends, older persons versus younger, and so on. For greater
insight, look up the houses and signs the Sun and Moon are in respectively. Your child will
seek to balance these two into a harmonious polarity.
The Full Moon child may show heightened awareness. In the monthly lunation cycle, the
Full Moon brings to fruition that which was nascent at the New Moon. Thus, esoteric
astrologers believe that the Full Moon type is bringing to fruition the efforts of many previous
incarnations. The life is usually dramatic and full of experiences.
Moon Opposition Mercury
Children born with this aspect are often imaginative and expressive. Nevertheless, the child
may find it hard to understand and talk about his feelings. Or perhaps his intentions are
misunderstood. (Sometimes this results from the perception of the mother as somehow
non-communicative.) If he feels awkward in conversation, the child could be shy or moody.
Take the time to talk with your child. Help him learn to separate his thoughts from his feelings.
Find ways to build his self-confidence in speaking and interacting with others: i.e., build his
vocabulary, teach him elocution and the social skills, be generous with praise. Some children
with this Moon/Mercury contact are high-strung, restless, and/or mentally stubborn. On the
other hand, your child could be exceptionally glib and clever with a noticeable wit! He could be
a born salesperson! Whichever is the case, he benefits by right schooling and training.
Moon Square Mars
This aspect indicates that temper gets in the way of harmonious relationships. Often there
are lessons to be learned in cooperation, in meeting the other fellow halfway. The child with
this aspect could be touchy, tending to make a mountain out of a molehill and/or to take things
very personally. He could be very defensive. He needs your help working out his feelings
objectively, and this will demand much patience and CONSISTENCY on your part. This aspect
has to do with the working out of anger and emotions. Some children with this contact have
trouble accepting: "not now" or "no, you may not" or "you must wait" and may even be prone
to temper tantrums. This may not be the case with your child, but if it is its best that you don't
tie into outbursts by taking it personally. He needs to learn to delay gratification and accept
responsibility. M. Scott Peck, MD has some very constructive advice on this point and I
recommend you read his book, The Road Less Traveled. It's best not to threaten this child with
disciplines you don't plan to carry out. Usually this happens when parents are too busy or when
the disciplines are unrealistic. The Moon represents the mother. Perhaps she is creative but
tends to have a short fuse, herself! There could be conflicts with the mother (and later with
important partners.) Teach your child not to kill a fly with a bowling ball! He likely is very
active. If he learns self-control and patience during childhood, he could accomplish a great deal
and may have qualities of leadership! For some children, however, this aspect could mean that
action (Mars) may be blocked by emotions (Moon).
Moon Sextile Pluto
The Moon aspecting Pluto is an extremely powerful aspect that can indicate a dynamo of
creative potential, or tremendous destructive force. Your child is apt to be courageous. He is
willing to try harder to improve himself or his work. This child needs a strong bonding to the
mother. Nevertheless, the child with Moon/Pluto contacts may feel overwhelmed or
overpowered by her. This aspect gives a Scorpio coloring to the Moon and indicates the need
for trust and communication in the mother-child relationship. The child feels intensely but is
not apt to reveal his feelings without prompting. He may be dauntless, but willful; intuitive, but secretive; insightful, but manipulative. Establish the law and maintain it consistently, never in anger but in love.
The Inner Planets: Mercury and Venus
The planets Mercury and Venus, along with the Sun, Moon and Mars describe the child's
emerging personality. These inner planets are located between the orbit of the Earth and the
Sun. Venus indicates how the child appreciates and measures his experience, and describes the
values established during childhood. Venus tells us how the child expresses love, the things that
mean a lot to him, and his appreciation for beauty (or lack of it). Mercury tells us something
about our child's perception, verbal expression, schooling – in short, how his mind works, how
he thinks and communicates.
Mercury: The Mind and Communication
Mercury represents thoughts, ideas, and the mental process in general. Communications –
by phone, letter, spoken, or however – are ruled by Mercury. Also thoughts, connections, phone
wires, and everything that connects and conveys – even forms of transportation. In the child's
chart, Mercury describes the myriad aspects of schooling – teachers, study habits, homework,
learning skills, concentration (or lack of it). Your child's relationship with brothers and sisters
are indicated by Mercury as well. The way your child thinks, receives, shares and transmits
information and knowledge will be revealed by studying the position of Mercury in his chart.
Mercury relates to hands, fine motor abilities, and to handwriting and drafting skills. Mercury
by sign and element tells us how the child studies and what he likes to study, and how we (his
parents and teachers) can help him gain greater academic expertise. Children with Mercury in
Fire signs think and talk simultaneously and are spontaneous. They enjoy games that make
learning fun! Children with Mercury in Air Signs can chatter away and still keep going! Words
can come alive for them and they enjoy listening to (or creating) colorful tales and stories.
Communication is their thing. They may have to work at being listeners, however! Children
with Mercury in Water signs may need help thinking clearly since emotion runs into thoughts.
These children like profound subject matter. Children with Mercury in Earth signs generally
have a good measure of common sense. Hands on training suits them best.
Mercury in Sagittarius
Sagittarius is a Fire sign on the thinking cross. Its symbol is The Archer or The Centaur.
The Mercury in Sagittarius child is typically fair-minded and above-board, always direct and
honest in thought. Sometimes, he could be blunt to the point of putting his foot in his mouth or
offending others. He could feel self-justified in "telling it like it is," but do not allow him to be
rude or inconsiderate in speech. He is more interested in eternal thoughts and broad landscapes
than in minute details. Although he may get the picture right away, his is a wandering mind that loves to travel. Focus, and finish one job at a time are his formulas for success!
Sun Conjunction Mercury
When the Sun and Mercury are combined, they are said to be combust. Mercury (mind) can
be overpowered by so much solar radiance (Sun). The result can be impulsive speech or action,
possible mental confusion or psychological blind spots (akin to the nature of the sign the Sun
and Mercury are in). Nevertheless, if you give your child the right tools and training, you will
most likely discover that he can communicate with consummate skill. It is stimulating just
being with him. His high degree of mental concentration makes your child an avid student, able
to excel in speaking, writing, and all types of communication skills. His goals go hand-in-hand
with communication and using the mind, and the two should never be far apart. If the Sun and
Mercury receive serious afflictions to other planets, he could require assistance in
self-expression and learning.
Moon Opposition Mercury
Does this opposition work as a yin/yang flow or as conflict? Is your child argumentative? If
so, he may find it hard to find support for his ideas, and may tend to be defensive with those
who oppose or challenge his way of thinking. Your child needs to integrate his thoughts and
feelings but may tend to swing from objective thinking to pure emotion. He may feel
misunderstood or find it difficult to express his feelings. He could say things that upset or
challenge those around him. Although this position lends itself to jobs dealing with arguments
(such as law and even reporting), in daily life its best to learn to listen objectively to what the
other fellow has to say! The way the mother in particular communicates (hopefully lovingly,
but objective and not wishy-washy) will help or hinder the child in working out the challenges
inherent in this aspect. The child with dynamic Moon/Mercury aspects may require assistance
with new subjects, teachers, situations at school.
Mercury Square Mars
Your child may put a lot of feeling into what he says. Others sense in him high energy and a
certain tension. Children with this aspect typically have quick minds, an even sharper tongue,
and a penchant for argumentation! This aspect often indicates impatience and irritability and
you may need to be very patient in reminding your child to curb his tongue.
Mercury Trine Pluto
Just call him "Eagle Eye!" Pluto conjunct the planet of mind most often gives sharp mental
acumen and penetrating insight. Your child could be expert at getting straight to the heart of
things, and would make a super sleuth, or researcher. The deeper a secret is buried, the more
likely it is that he will turn it up. In its negative expression, Pluto could cause brooding,
irritability, mental stubbornness and/or and nervous tension. There could be a karmic tie with a
sibling or relative.
Venus: Values and Discrimination
Venus rules our values and sense of appreciation. When we appraise or appreciate
something, whether that be another person or a new car, this is Venus – the sense of love and
compassion we may feel. Venus in the child's chart shows us what kinds of things our child
appreciates, his innate sense of beauty (which can be developed), the manner in which he
interacts with his friends and with adults, and how he shows love. Children with Venus in
ardent Leo, for example, are demonstrative and fun-loving. They tend to shine and love bright,
colorful things. Venus in Scorpio children, on the other hand, may be shy but exceptionally
kind and thoughtful. These children may want Mom all to themselves! The Venus in Libra child
is a social butterfly and loves beauty in his clothes and bedroom. Venus in Taurus loves
beautiful things, pretty rocks and later precious stones. He may be a gourmet. He may need help
learning to share what he sees as prized possessions. A study of Venus by sign, house and
aspect also reveals something about your child's taste in food, eating habits, care of possessions
and attitude toward money and belongings.
Venus in Sagittarius
Sagittarius is a Fire sign on the thinking cross. Its symbol is The Archer. The Venus in
Sagittarius child loves all things plain and true, and possesses an innate sense of religion and
justice. In relationships, he is attracted to "kindred souls" with whom he can share his dreams
and aspirations. Not prone to limitations, your child may insist on freedom in all things. He may
love sports, the outdoors, and travel. Sometimes, this position gives a love of horses. An idealist
by nature, your child is likely to be outspoken and affectionate. He may have an appreciation
for religious art and music.
Venus Square Jupiter
The last of the big spenders! While this aspect confers generosity of spirit, it also indicates
potential wastefulness and overindulgence of all kinds. This aspect uplifts even a more taciturn
chart, conferring a love for the company of others. Children with Venus/Jupiter contacts are
often loving and affectionate, yet they may tend to idealize their loved ones. Your child could
be highly devotional and could benefit by right religious training (although sometimes this
aspect indicates conflicts in relationships due to conflicting ideologies). This Venus/Jupiter
contact could manifest as naivete, and/or a tendency to ignore the realities of life in favor of the
good times. This could cause serious problems in adult relationships and career. To help your
child master this aspect, give him plenty of encouragement but teach him self-discipline as well. Teach him to be economical.
Venus Trine Saturn
This is the child who enjoys responsibility, and loves to bring order and discipline to
anything (or anyone) with whom he is involved. Even in a more open chart, this aspect adds a
measure of restraint. The child's friends may tend to be older than he. He probably gets along
well with his elders. The child could have marked artistic talent. Even if your child doesn't end
up being an artist or performer, teaching him a skill such as painting, dancing or singing in a
disciplined manner over a period of time will help develop character. Your child is loyal to
loved ones. On the negative side, some children with this Venus/Saturn contact find it hard to
express their feelings. Others may feel unappreciated or unloved. Your child may need more
affection than you suspect.
Venus Square Neptune
Everyone who comes to know your child will remark on his high ideals. Children with this
aspect may suffer disappointments due to their idealized expectations of others. They may have
an "unworldly" quality about them. Be gentle with this child but teach him to confront the
realities of life without fear. This child needs warmth and affection from encouraging parents,
but also benefits from the discipline that builds strong character. The more positive the child's
sense of self-worth, the better he will be able to rise above the difficulties of this sensitive
aspect.
The External Planets: Mars, Jupiter, Saturn
The major planets outside the Earth's orbit (external to us) are Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn.
These are the planets describing the outer world and circumstances surrounding the child, the
status, well-being and conditions he is born into and what urges him on to greater achievements
as he grows. Mars will tune you in to what motivates your child and the way he approaches life.
Jupiter shows us how he is most apt to channel that energy, and Saturn decrees what sort of
obstacles will confront him on the road to success. Again: Saturn tells us about the territory we
will be going through, Jupiter the way or path through it, and Mars what kind of push or drive
we can count on to keep going.
Mars: Drive and Emotions
Mars is the planet of emotion and drive. When we search for the meaning of something, it is
Mars that urges us on, keeps us searching. Mars will tell us what motivates our child, what
captures his interest. By studying the aspects formed between Mars and other planets we
discern if our child expresses desire in a healthy and direct manner or whether he feels blocked
(squares) by inner or outer conditions. We also learn how our child expresses anger, whether in
strong bursts (Mars in Fire Signs), bottled up and tears (Mars in Water Signs) or with cutting words (Air signs). With greater understanding we can help our child deal with his feelings in a
constructive way. Mars tells us about our child's interest and aptitude (or lack of it), for physical
exercises, sports, recreation. Mars drives us against things, too, and sends us into war and
combat. Mars imparts courage and stamina. The house position of Mars in the child's chart will
tell us in what area of life he is likely to enter the greatest degree of active conflict or activity:
In the 11th, with friends, in the 3rd, perhaps with sisters and brothers, or in competitive learning
at school.
Mars in Pisces
Pisces is a Water sign on the thinking cross. Its symbol is The Fishes. The Mars in Pisces
child is moved to in some way sacrifice in order to help others. Your child has an innate sense
of compassion and may surprise you with wise perceptions that transcend knowledge and his
years. He may feel hurt when others fail to appreciate his ministrations. Intuitive, he has an
inner drive to embrace all that's psychological, religious, and mystical.
Because children with their action planet in Pisces are sensitive and can visualize easily,
many show early signs of musical, artistic or literary talent. You may discover that your child is
attuned to higher realms. This can manifest as a devotional nature, a love of beauty, a belief in
miracles!
The Mars in Pisces child usually benefits by early religious training. At times, your child
might appear lost in the clouds! Help bring out his natural creativity and imagination, but also
help him tether his mind to the here and now! Teach him to "dive in the waves" rather than
evade problems. Your child may need your help overcoming his fears. Sometimes, children
with this placement are moody. Some find it hard to take criticism. A good balanced diet will
help your child keep his feet on the ground. At best, a position of enlightened compassion and
an excellent placement for nurses, social workers, healers, teachers. Mars in Pisces also favors
work behind the scenes, such as theater production. Negatively, children with this position may
brood, whine or complain, or call attention to themselves through physical ailments. Teach him
to rise above it! He may find it difficult to challenge problems head on. Make sure your
household is free of alcoholism and teach your child the danger and futility of escapism.
Sun Square Mars
Children with this challenging aspect often have tremendous drive and energy, but tend to
become flustered or angry when they come against obstacles on the way. If the Sun and Mars
are in mutable signs, the child could waste much energy in reaching the goal. You will need to
teach him to focus his energy. He likely will need your help in beginning or directing his steps
in projects he takes on. If the Sun and Mars are in Cardinal signs, he could be impulsive.
Perhaps he works against the way things are: challenging authorities or the status quo and then
resenting the rules thrown upon him as a result! His drive and passions could put him at odds
with authority figures time and again. Regardless of the signs involved, this tendency towards
clashes and emotional confrontation does exist, and at these times He could can be his own
worst enemy. Your job is to teach him "to possess his soul in patience." If Mars has afflictions in your chart as well, this might be a major challenge! Once he learns to control his temper, the
creative tension of this square could spur him to great heights (Beethoven had it)!
Moon Square Mars
Is he willing to cooperate with others? You may find him being too harsh or forceful when
dealing with others, especially in group situations. It all begins in the sandbox so observe him at
school and with friends. The social fabric around your child is something he may tear through
all too often in his drive to get things done (or satisfy his desires). This can result in a distinct
lack of support or assistance from others. He will learn that when he tends to ignore sentiment
and the feelings of others, he is often left out. This noncooperation makes it hard to really get
ahead. Your child needs to learn to be at peace within himself, to be able to handle criticism
when it comes his way without over-reacting. As he matures, his greatest challenge may be
learning to control his anger and be objective. You may find it advisable during the later
elementary years to enroll your child in a martial arts or dance course where your child can
express this energy and learn self-discipline simultaneously. Your child is ready to stand up for
a cause and if he learns to think before he acts, he should master this aspect. Much depends on
the relationship with the mother who will need to be very patient with him. He needs a serene
environment.
Jupiter: Career and Life Path
The Hindu word for Jupiter is Guru. Jupiter is the guru and guide, the way we go through
life, our life path and personal philosophy. Our first teachers and guides are usually our parents.
Then there are our school teachers, ministers, and other significant adults who enter our life and
guide us. Jupiter is the body of knowledge and wisdom made available to us, our method for
dealing with the laws of life, our Saturn, or limitations. Saturn represents the father, structure,
rules of behavior and social norms we must learn to abide by. Jupiter is the light or path. Jupiter
rules religion, philosophy, culture, travel, history; how we expand our horizons, our philosophy
of life. It has always been an indicator of how successful we may be, our vocation. In the child's
chart, we look to Jupiter for clues as to how our child seeks to know more about life, what
appeals to him, and where he may need to pull in the reins and balance exploration (Jupiter)
with greater discipline (Saturn). A child with Jupiter in the 1st house in Aries, for example, will
jump to the occasion for a trip, an experience to broaden his horizons and self-understanding
but will need to find the balance between opportunities for growth and responsibilities (Saturn).
Jupiter in Pisces
Jupiter in Pisces is often the signature of a real humanitarian, someone with a genuine
interest in social work who is able to sacrifice in order to help others. This is the position of the
good Samaritan. Jupiter in Pisces children typically show early signs of a love of what's beyond
the surface: religion, psychology, and mysticism. Your child may be happiest when ministering to others. He seeks a career that calls for intuition, sensitivity and compassion. He would make
an excellent counselor. As a child, your child would likely enjoy caring for a little pet, learning
first aid, and volunteering in church fundraisers. Because he seeks spiritual understanding, he
would benefit by early exposure to the great religious and philosophical truths. Hopefully, he
can hitch his wagon to a star! These children are devotional and without an early focus for their
adoration (a great religious figure or teacher) they can fix their attention on false gurus and rock
stars! If Jupiter aspects personal planets, your child could be somewhat naive. Teach him to be
as gentle as a dove, but as wise as a serpent!
Sun Trine Jupiter
Your child is bent toward success, for he has a built-in sense of how to approach and
unravel even the most difficult problems. Children born with this harmonious aspect often have
a natural instinct for justice and the law, and generally know how to approach a problem from
just the right angle. This ability could make your child a natural counselor or guide for others,
in particular regarding vocational matters. This aspect also suggests the possibility of working
with and helping older persons. Often this position indicates help received from others.
Dynamic squares found elsewhere in the chart may bring out the positive sides of this position.
The pitfall is too much ease, or a lack of ambition, a lack of humility, and/or expecting others to
do the work.
Venus Square Jupiter
All things in moderation. This is the key to mastering the Venus/Jupiter square. While this
aspect confers faith, (often considerable) creative talent and a sociable and happy nature, it also
can signify a tendency to go overboard. Your child would benefit from reasonable limits
consistently (but never fanatically) adhered to during childhood, especially in food and fun (and
funds)!
Saturn: Responsibilities
Saturn rules the laws and limitations of this material world we all live in. Saturn indicates
where we are bound to learn, the narrowness that makes our way felt, the walls that make
homes possible. Saturn holds us together as much as apart. Saturn represents the law and is said
to be the Great Teacher. Saturn defines and clarifies. Saturn represents the reality of life in the
physical universe. We understand how vital it is that our children learn to accept responsibility,
maintain their environment in order, finish homework and projects on time, learn how to delay
gratification. Hopefully, they learn as they grow how to turn mistakes into lessons, obstacles
into stepping stones to success. Saturn represents the father or dominant parent, all adults whom
the child looks up to as authorities. Saturn represents the law of the land we're born into, the
family rules and traditions and our own innate or developed sense of fairness. Saturnian
qualities are rarely self-evident in the small child. Children have to learn self-discipline, order,
patience, obedience. This they do in cycles of time. Saturn represents the process of maturity,
the outlines for growth presented to us by our teachers and our inner biological clock. Saturn by sign, house, aspect and Saturn cycles in your child's chart and in your own provide a wonderful
blueprint whose design you can follow to help your children grow to be successful in this
world.
Saturn in Aries
The child with Saturn, planet of limitation, in fiery Aries often feels a need to strike out and
be bol, but circumstances or authority figures may block action. This placement favors
self-reliance born out of patient striving. Later in life, some form of duty or obligation may take
precedent over personal choices. Children with this placement may be touchy and defensive.
This is due to their tendency to see things primarily from their own perspective. On the positive
side, this placement indicates resourcefulness and initiative and a willingness to work hard at
overcoming perceived shortcomings. At best, Saturn in Aries indicates a serious minded
pioneer (in whatever field). He doesn't need to carry a chip on his shoulder, because he has
developed self-confidence and can take on difficult circumstances in a challenging mode. At
worst, Saturn in the sign of the ego can indicate a self-justified and self-centered individual bent
on his own ambition and resentful of any real or imagined opposition to his plans. The key
factor depends on how the child perceives himself and also on the nature of his relationship to
the father or dominant parent. Success comes from combining enterprise with self-discipline.
Venus Trine Saturn
Your child could be an excellent teacher in areas requiring discipline and organization. He
values order and places a high premium on hard work and effort. Whatever is most practical is
best. He is apt to appreciate things that are durable and long-lasting. Your child has a natural
love of truth, philosophy, law, and the like. This is considered a favorable aspect for architects,
designers, teachers (especially of music or art), and performing artists since
discipline/structure/form (Saturn) and art/beauty/relationships with others (Venus) are
harmoniously linked. This Venus/Saturn aspect also favors lawyers, bankers, and real estate
agents. Endowed with common sense and understanding, your child should be responsible and
caring. His friends are apt to be older than he.
The Outer Planets
In the previous sections, we have dealt with planets that we can see with our naked eyes. In
general, these planets refer to life as we know and live it and are the so-called inner planets.
Beyond these are three planets that are not visible in the sky and which have cycles longer than
the average human life span. Since they are beyond Saturn or time, astrologers call them the
trans-personal or transcendental planets – Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto. Here you will find
information on issues and attitudes typical of your child's generation. Uranus represents the
sense of discovery, new frontiers, revolutions and consequent changes we make. Neptune
reveals how we understand and accept these discoveries, our understanding of mystical and/or inner realities, the expression of devotion and compassion. Pluto points to the great challenges
confronting ourselves and our civilization. How can we best prepare our children to meet these
challenges? To fulfill their fiery destiny individually and collectively? To stand firm amidst the
winds of change? To reach out for worlds beyond the physical? To feel secure in their
relationship to God? For most of us, the challenges increase as we mature but certainly the
foundation is set in childhood!
Uranus: Break-Thrus & Insights
Uranus is the planet that indicates how we free ourselves from the difficulties and problems
life presents us. Uranus represents our link to the higher mind, Universal Intelligence. Here is
the way insights come to us, how we discover or come to know and understand ourselves.
Uranian energy shows us how to find new uses for old things. It rules inventions and sudden
insights into our life – everything that is unusual, eccentric, and out of the ordinary. Uranus is,
in many ways, the opposite, or undoing of Saturn. We look to Uranus in the child's chart to
understand his personal sense of uniqueness, where he dares to be different. Uranus also may
reveal individual genius, talent, interests. With hard aspects, or if Uranus is placed in the 1st,
4th, 7th, or 10th houses, we may have to deal with willfulness and/or rebelliousness in the child,
or he may perceive himself as somehow different from the rest. Parents and teachers can help
the child with strong Uranian aspects by providing him with avenues for individual expression
and creativity, and by recognizing his natural bent to experiment with new ways of doing
things. At the same time, the child needs to learn that there is no true freedom without
accountability. Be consistent in applying the rules. He needs to know the consequences of his
use of free will.
Uranus in Taurus
Your child belongs to a sub-generation interested in reforming the economy. As a group,
they give us new insights into home, possessions, the whole domestic scene, industry and
agriculture. Financial independence and novel ways to make a living is likely to interest your
child one day. As a child, he may have a green thumb, artistic talent, or be interested in
electronics. Disobedience, stubbornness, and a lack of flexibility are the dangers of this
placement. Uranus in Taurus often brings lessons in non-attachment to material comforts and
things.
Neptune: Ideals & Imagination
Neptune provides the key for unlocking our child's imagination! Neptune represents the
bridge to worlds we cannot see. Neptune, then, tells us about the child's need for worship,
adoration, devotion. Neptune relates to music and the arts and is prominent in the charts of
many creative people. Being an outer planet, Neptune also paints a picture of the collective
dreams of our child's generation, dreams which may build upon, alter or even challenge our
own. Neptune's influence tends to be subtle, often affecting us on subconscious levels. If
afflicted, Neptune can indicate areas where the child may feel confused, uncertain or fearful.
Read Neptune by sign, house and aspect but realize that your child may not consciously be
aware of Neptune's influence until he reaches adulthood.
Neptune in Virgo
This generation had to deal with difficult material circumstances and hardships. As a group,
they seek practical self-improvement. Diet, vitamins, life-extension aids, and such, and right
livelihood are high on their priority list. They place a lot of attention on details and trivia.
Negatively, excessive worry and fear leads to paralysis of action and psychosomatic illness.
Venus Square Neptune
Your child loves the ethereal, the beautiful, the sublime. He is a real idealist, and would like
to see the world a more lovely place and less harsh than it is these days! Your child may be very
devoted to home or be devotional by nature. He may have musical or artistic talent. The
challenge of this square for your child may be how to keep his feet on the ground if his head is
in the clouds. Your child needs a strong sense of self-worth, much affection and would
probably benefit from a devotional religious path. He needs to learn to see people as they really
are even though he is so good at imagining them how they could be! Because he is kind, your
child may feel especially hurt by the actions of "fair weather friends" or stung by the unkind
remarks made by other children. Self-discipline in diet and with money if instilled in youth, will
help him for life!
Jupiter Opposition Neptune
Your child is likely to be generous and kindhearted. He enjoys traveling, learning about
people in far-away lands and hearing historical tales. He has a good imagination and can
visualize easily. He may need to develop some dose of common sense to balance this out (good
Mercury/Saturn aspects and earth contacts help). Your child is devotional by nature and would
benefit by early religious training (not of the rigid sort). Teach him to always mean what he
says and not to make promises he cannot keep or others might consider him dishonest.
Woolgathering could be a problem at school (unless offset by strong Mercury/Saturn aspects).
You can help your child make his dreams come true by teaching him to finish his projects on time (starting with putting the building blocks back on the shelf is not too early), stressing the
importance of order and neatness in his room, desk, homework, appearance, labeling his clothes
and bringing them home from school, and by finding creative ways to channel his imagination.
In short, teach your child to discipline the mind. Your child may tend to promise more than he
can realistically accomplish.
Uranus Trine Neptune
This positive aspect confers insight and vision into what unites people and into the dreams
and mystical regions of our mind. Your child likely has an innate capacity for communicating
with others, especially when it comes to religion, music and the arts. New paths to world or
personal unity may be a major interest, and your child may astound you with his insights as to
how to make his dreams real. If Venus is well aspected, he may have a vivid imagination and
marked artistic talent. He probably enjoys movies, music and theater.
Pluto: Inner Change and Growth
Pluto is the planet of profound change, of generation and regeneration. Pluto often touches
upon the most sensitive psychological areas within us. Once touched, we have no choice but to
change and grow. If Pluto aspects a personal planet in your child's chart, he will experience an
intense desire for self-transformation on some level of his being. Pluto contacts often teach us
through intense experiences. We feel as if we've lived several lifetimes in one! The struggle of
our century with nuclear power is a plutonian issue. Will this intense power be used as a
dynamo of life or to devastate life? Stress the positive, be ready to help your child navigate
through intense emotions he may feel, but not necessarily comprehend. Teach him to express
this power wisely.
Pluto in Leo
Leo is a sign of power and leadership. When Pluto entered Leo, it ushered in WW II,
dictatorships and the atomic bomb! Leo is a sign of expressing love. The Pluto in Leo
generation struggled with the question of intimacy, the giving and receiving of love.
Collectively, they tend to be very sensitive (even vulnerable) when it comes to self-expression.
Periods of intense creativity enable the Pluto in Leo individual to go through changes and inner
growth. This creative intensity is good for music, poetry, art, and such. If afflicted, anger and
pride could lead to a tendency to engage in power struggles. There may be a conflict with the
father.
Sun Trine Pluto
Check and see if other elements of the chart point to leadership, for this position if often found in the charts of those who make a significant impact in the lives of others. Your child may go through periods of incredible change and transformation during his life. He is a natural detective and analyst, psychologist and fact finder, and enjoys getting beneath the surface. See to it that your child is challenged intellectually at school and has opportunities to take the lead.
Moon Sextile Pluto
AH! Here's the child that loves hearing stories about mysteries, the unknown! Your child is
likely to feel a close relationship to his mother. He also is a natural psychologist, and friends
may come to him for advice, even during school years. He has a knack for working with the
public and may be quite dramatic in the expression of his emotions. Your child is perceptive.
People sense this about him and trust him with sensitive matters, inner worries, and questions of
personal identity. Does your child talk about his dreams in life? If so, why not write them
down? Even as a child, he is apt to have a sense of a real mission in life!
Mercury Trine Pluto
When it comes to mental work, you may find out that your child has a natural gift for
research and investigation. He enjoys examining and analyzing, in particular when it comes to
psychological and sensitive areas of the mind. Math, writing and the sciences may appeal to
him. Watch for a natural know-how in sifting through difficult material and coming up with
what is essential every time! Your child likes to discuss and communicate, especially at a very
personal level. Others may find your child just too intense.
Jupiter Trine Pluto
Your child seeks to do what is right. He has a strong sense of right and wrong, and sets high
standards for himself. He possesses a deep understanding of others. His career may well be in
managing or working with people within a psychological context. Your child would make a
good teacher in these areas too. Counseling or helping people who are in crisis or working out
sensitive issues are careers where your child could excel. Your child could have tremendous
faith, the ability to transform the lives of others. He is naturally inclined toward religion and
philosophy.
Saturn Square Pluto
This powerful square may not be readily apparent during your child's youth unless Pluto
and/or Saturn make close aspects to personal planets. Note the house positions Saturn and Pluto
are in to uncover in what area of life he is apt to find some of his greatest challenges in life. If
the aspect is formed on the Cardinal cross (Aries/Libra//Cancer/Capricorn), the child may have
to contend with trying circumstances. If the square is in fixed signs, the child could have a strong inner desire for transformative change. He may fear losing control over his environment.
He may need to learn not to be so rigid. If the square is formed on the mutable cross, the child
may have to overcome fear of authority. The child with this aspect could be emotionally
insecure. He could sidestep necessary steps to growth that appear painful. The key may be
found in the relationship to the father. Your child needs a firm hand, but avoid coming down on
him too hard.
Challenges and Abilities
Focus
These are areas of intense focus and activity in the child's chart. For better or worse, these
qualities stand out and are obvious to all those who come to know him. They are very clear
parts of his character.
Challenges
Life can be challenging, and things are not always easy. The major challenges in a natal
chart are where we can expect increased activity and personal involvement – ready or not.
These critical areas of life can be difficult, and the resulting confusion and possible obscuration
often makes it hard for us to see and act with normal clarity. Some of these aspects are apparent
in little children, others describe yourselves, his parents and teachers, and the environment you
provide for him. Other aspects may show up later, at about age 12 or older, even in young
adulthood. Your knowledge of these areas in your child's chart should give you a greater
understanding as to how to help him turn stumbling blocks into rings on the ladder of success.
Therefore, when it comes to the following factors in your child's chart, you may wish to
exercise extra patience.
Venus Square Neptune 00°16'
Everyone who comes to know your child will remark on his high ideals. Children with this
aspect may suffer disappointments due to their idealized expectations of others. They may have
an "unworldly" quality about them. Be gentle with this child but teach him to confront the
realities of life without fear. This child needs warmth and affection from encouraging parents,
but also benefits from the discipline that builds strong character. The more positive the child's
sense of self-worth, the better he will be able to rise above the difficulties of this sensitive
aspect.
Challenges and Abilities
Moon Opposition Mercury 00°26'
Children born with this aspect are often imaginative and expressive. Nevertheless, the child
may find it hard to understand and talk about his feelings. Or perhaps his intentions are
misunderstood. (Sometimes this results from the perception of the mother as somehow
non-communicative.) If he feels awkward in conversation, the child could be shy or moody.
Take the time to talk with your child. Help him learn to separate his thoughts from his feelings.
Find ways to build his self-confidence in speaking and interacting with others: i.e., build his
vocabulary, teach him elocution and the social skills, be generous with praise. Some children
with this Moon/Mercury contact are high-strung, restless, and/or mentally stubborn. On the
other hand, your child could be exceptionally glib and clever with a noticeable wit! He could be
a born salesperson! Whichever is the case, he benefits by right schooling and training.
Sun Square Mars 00°47'
Others may sense in your child the presence of much energy. He may tend to have trouble
just relaxing but he works well with creative tension. This aggressiveness could lead to undue
competition and a tendency to get into scrapes. On the positive end, your child could impress
you by his determined striving. He probably enjoys contests and will learn by pitting his
physical or mental strength against others. He could be willful, stubborn, impulsive, too daring
for his own good. If he learns to control his temper, he could be a dynamo! Some children with
this aspect have a noticeably short fuse. Others hold anger in, but people pick up on the energy
and so they end up in disputes. Teach your child respect for others and find ways for him to
channel his energy into accomplishments; sports or creative projects demanding physical or
mental stamina might fit the bill! Help him avoid the frustration so characteristic of this aspect
by teaching him patience and planning.
Children with the Sun (ego, "I AM") and Mars (action through desire) forming a
challenging square often tend to approach life from a "me" stance and therefore can be overly
touchy or defensive. Astrologer Betty Lundsted suggests that this aspect sometimes indicates
growing up in a difficult social environment; for example, where there is racial prejudice or
religious bigotry. Your child likely is a hard worker but may need to learn when to stop. He
may shine in pioneer or leadership roles. This aspect sometimes indicates an executive type or a
career in police work, the military, firefighting, professional sports, dance, medicine or physical
therapy.
Moon Square Mars 02°26'
This aspect indicates that temper gets in the way of harmonious relationships. Often there
are lessons to be learned in cooperation, in meeting the other fellow halfway. The child with
this aspect could be touchy, tending to make a mountain out of a molehill and/or to take things
very personally. He could be very defensive. He needs your help working out his feelings
objectively, and this will demand much patience and CONSISTENCY on your part. This aspect
has to do with the working out of anger and emotions. Some children with this contact have
trouble accepting: "not now" or "no, you may not" or "you must wait" and may even be prone to temper tantrums. This may not be the case with your child, but if it is its best that you don't
tie into outbursts by taking it personally. He needs to learn to delay gratification and accept
responsibility. M. Scott Peck, MD has some very constructive advice on this point and I
recommend you read his book, The Road Less Traveled. It's best not to threaten this child with
disciplines you don't plan to carry out. Usually this happens when parents are too busy or when
the disciplines are unrealistic. The Moon represents the mother. Perhaps she is creative but
tends to have a short fuse, herself! There could be conflicts with the mother (and later with
important partners.) Teach your child not to kill a fly with a bowling ball! He likely is very
active. If he learns self-control and patience during childhood, he could accomplish a great deal
and may have qualities of leadership! For some children, however, this aspect could mean that
action (Mars) may be blocked by emotions (Moon).
Mercury Square Mars 02°52'
Your child may put a lot of feeling into what he says. Others sense in him high energy and a
certain tension. Children with this aspect typically have quick minds, an even sharper tongue,
and a penchant for argumentation! This aspect often indicates impatience and irritability and
you may need to be very patient in reminding your child to curb his tongue.
Moon Opposition Sun 03°14'
Your child may feel torn between the impulse to stand on his own two feet, and a need to be
cared for and nurtured. His independent streak may be hard to balance with a need for love and
affection. This could also be re-enforced if mother and father work at cross purposes. Friction
between mother (Moon) and father (Sun) could manifest as an internal "split" within the child
that he would seek to later resolve in adult relationships with the opposite sex. The resulting
tension would have to be dealt with gradually and methodically. Check the signs and houses the
lights are in; here your child will seek to achieve balance. Ideally, he experiences the flow
between the Sun and Moon as a Tai-Chi, a perfect polarity and is centered and poised,
expressing the best of both signs. Often, however, the opposition signifies initial conflict and
imbalance. Sextiles or trines to the Sun or Moon suggest how the conflict can be eased or
resolved. Squares to either or both bodies increase tension but also become the focus of
potential dynamic creativity and growth.
Venus Square Jupiter 03°54'
The last of the big spenders! While this aspect confers generosity of spirit, it also indicates
potential wastefulness and overindulgence of all kinds. This aspect uplifts even a more taciturn
chart, conferring a love for the company of others. Children with Venus/Jupiter contacts are
often loving and affectionate, yet they may tend to idealize their loved ones. Your child could
be highly devotional and could benefit by right religious training (although sometimes this
aspect indicates conflicts in relationships due to conflicting ideologies). This Venus/Jupiter contact could manifest as naivete, and/or a tendency to ignore the realities of life in favor of the
good times. This could cause serious problems in adult relationships and career. To help your
child master this aspect, give him plenty of encouragement but teach him self-discipline as well.
Teach him to be economical.
Talents and Abilities
Despite whatever problems we may have, there are areas of life where we have clear insight
and real talent – natural ability. When it comes to these matters, our judgment is sharp and we
always manage to take charge. We have the knack. It may be as simple as the ability to work
hard and accomplish things without something going wrong. An innate sense of the workings of
these parts of life makes it easy for us to learn and accomplish things where they are concerned.
Positive aspects in your child's chart are like money in the bank. It does little good if not wisely
invested. Too much ease in a chart can result in lack of motivation. Therefore, provide your
child with opportunities to bring out and develop areas of inherent ability.
Venus Trine Saturn 00°17'
This is the child who enjoys responsibility, and loves to bring order and discipline to
anything (or anyone) with whom he is involved. Even in a more open chart, this aspect adds a
measure of restraint. The child's friends may tend to be older than he. He probably gets along
well with his elders. The child could have marked artistic talent. Even if your child doesn't end
up being an artist or performer, teaching him a skill such as painting, dancing or singing in a
disciplined manner over a period of time will help develop character. Your child is loyal to
loved ones. On the negative side, some children with this Venus/Saturn contact find it hard to
express their feelings. Others may feel unappreciated or unloved. Your child may need more
affection than you suspect.
Sun Trine Pluto 01°13'
Its said that those born with Pluto aspecting the Sun manage to cram many lifetimes into
one, for during their life they pass though intense periods of self-transformation. This Sun/Pluto
contact gives a Scorpio-like coloring to the chart. Your child may experience life with
emotional intensity. This aspect confers stamina and good leadership potential for emergency
and crisis situations. Your child could be sensitive and strong willed. He may have to work at
overcoming resentment; especially when he doesn't get his way.
Moon Sextile Pluto 04°26'
The Moon aspecting Pluto is an extremely powerful aspect that can indicate a dynamo of
creative potential, or tremendous destructive force. Your child is apt to be courageous. He is
willing to try harder to improve himself or his work. This child needs a strong bonding to the mother. Nevertheless, the child with Moon/Pluto contacts may feel overwhelmed or
overpowered by her. This aspect gives a Scorpio coloring to the Moon and indicates the need
for trust and communication in the mother-child relationship. The child feels intensely but is
not apt to reveal his feelings without prompting. He may be dauntless, but willful; intuitive, but
secretive; insightful, but manipulative. Establish the law and maintain it consistently, never in
anger but in love.
Mercury Trine Pluto 04°52'
Just call him "Eagle Eye!" Pluto conjunct the planet of mind most often gives sharp mental
acumen and penetrating insight. Your child could be expert at getting straight to the heart of
things, and would make a super sleuth, or researcher. The deeper a secret is buried, the more
likely it is that he will turn it up. In its negative expression, Pluto could cause brooding,
irritability, mental stubbornness and/or and nervous tension. There could be a karmic tie with a
sibling or relative.
Sun Trine Jupiter 05°08'
Your child may surprise your with his uncanny sense of justice coupled with an innate
ability to interpret the law, whether manmade or natural. This could manifest as an ability to
show others the way through, or beyond, the problems in their lives. He could also radiate much
energy and could probably benefit by plenty of exercise and outdoor play. Your child may be
adventuresome. Chances are he is a born traveler and you may find him very interested in
learning about the faiths and lifestyles of people across the globe and throughout history. This
placement is considered fortunate, a protective influence. Sometimes this placement indicates a
special love for the father, a teacher or Guru.
Landscape: Major Life Periods
What follows amounts to a brief overview of the first thirty years or so of your child's life –
a road map of the years to come. Since childhood, adolescence, and early adult life are so
crucial to each of us, an attempt has been made to describe these formative years. Based on the
gradual movement of the planet Saturn, this is one of the most tested of all astrological
techniques. It is used by almost every professional astrologer as part of any personal
consultation. Provided that your child's time of birth is more or less accurate, you will find this
information both accurate and informative.
Landscape: Major Life Periods
Your Personal Background
By age 7, the child has absorbed an enormous amount of learning. His physical body has
reached 70% of his growth potential. Permanent teeth (teeth relate to Saturn) begin to emerge.
He passes from the absorbent mind stage into the stage of active reason. He is on his way to
becoming an independent adult. Saturn represents rules and laws. At 7 years of age, Saturn
forms its first square and you can expect your child "to test the law," at home and at school.
Astrologically, this is a critical point in his development. The Saturn cycle depicts a fairly easy
childhood (all else being equal) up until around the 11-12th year, at which time your child may
begin to become more subjective and inner-directed. This could mean that during his
adolescence, he may feel somewhat introspective. At about age 14 or 15, Saturn opposes its
own position in the chart and most teens pass through a kind of identity crisis. Balance is the
keyword but the adolescent who says to himself, how can I be free to make my own decisions,
but who is usually not ready to leave the nest! This inner time of exploration lasts until he is
about 18-19 years of age. At that time, he likely will proceed to take hold, discover himself, and
become more outward – in a rather short time. His sense of confidence should take hold and
build, and the years of introspection will pay off as he begins to reach out. The years from 18
through 25 or 26 are likely to be characterized by hard work and continued gains in
self-confidence. From the 26th year, his most opportune time for the climb to fame and fortune
will commence. Provided he takes advantage of these cycles, the 30s and 40s should be
materially successful years.
Your Current Situation
Now for a close-up of recent years: while landscape was quite general, the dates given in
this close-up should be much more precise. Don't look here for a day-to-day account of life but
rather to get a picture of this stretch of time, "these years." In 28 to 30 years, Saturn will return
to its natal position at birth and we experience the so-called "Saturn return." At age 14 (first
Saturn opposition) and again at age 29 (first Saturn return), we become very aware of Saturn's
influence in our life. Important events, or points of growth may occur around age 7 as well (first
Saturn square). I do not believe, however, that the child is AWARE of Saturn's influence in a
personal sense. Saturn in the child's chart may indicate conditions in his environment, his
relationship to others, and especially to his father and other significant authority figures in his
life. Saturn represents the law, limits, restrictions, attitude toward responsibilities, hard work,
and fairness. The child learns these in stages. A Saturnian keyword is "maturity."
Please note that for Newborns and children less than 7 years of age, the report may indicate
a year prior to the actual birth of the child. If this is the case for your child, it means that Saturn
was at the degree on the cusp of the quadrant in question on the date indicated. If this occurred
about 3 years ago, for example, Saturn will remain in that quadrant for about 4 more years.
Aug 27, 2006 1st Pass D> (Age 66 9m)
The date(s) (above) indicate when Saturn ended its transit through the 4th quadrant of your
Landscape: Major Life Periods
child's chart. Depending on his age, your child may have been very concerned with his
reputation among his peers and with his teachers, parents and elders and with outer
accomplishments. As Saturn enters his first house and crosses his Ascendant, you may discover
that your child becomes more self-absorbed. He is entering a sensitive cycle, one in which he
will initially at least be likely to be very sensitive to criticism and correction. He needs to affirm
his sense of self-worth. Astrologer Alexander Ruperti points out that Saturn transiting the house
of identity specifically symbolizes the place of the physical father, one's place within the family
structure, and biological development. Roots, heritage and cultural traditions bear upon the
child's perception of his identity. The child's perception of himself is also influenced by the
degree of self-discipline he acquires, and again, this will depend partly on his age and abilities.
The child is sensitive, more inward than not, concerned with his place in the order of things.
Saturn's transit through the 1st quadrant lasts 6 to 7 years.
Saturn in 01st Quadrant
The Elements, Modalities and Angularity
Elements, modalities, and house quadrants. These are all techniques used by astrologers to
gain a general picture of energy patterns and focus, temperament and modes of action. How
does your child's planets and houses total up? Which does he have in abundance, and which
does he lack, if any? Those with high totals show what we can or must do in life; plus points to
be developed. These are qualities we have. "Wants" are areas that may be weaker and need
developing or balance. Sometimes people overcompensate the "wants" and even pretend to
have them. The old adage is: we become what we want (or lack), while we do what we can (or
have to do) with what we've got. Here are your child's totals:
Have Fire
Your child's innate positivism lets his get right to the point! He may have little patience
with those who are shilly-shally. He has plenty of enthusiasm and warms up to things and
people quickly. Your child has an inner self-confidence which burns with its own light.
Want Air
Some children with this emphasis find it hard getting their ideas across to others, sometimes
feeling inadequate in matters that require logic or the use of mental powers. Most however, are
simply so busy, they would simply benefit by learning to take the time to reflect before acting.
Your child is likely to be bigger on actions than on words. Avoid long lectures with this child:
The Elements, Modalities and Angularity
active measures of discipline, such as logical consequences, would be more effective! (A strong
Mercury by sign, aspect or house position or an Air sign Ascendant would compensate)
Have Mutable
Your child is apt to be communicative, flexible, mental, and other-oriented. He could be a
natural teacher. He could be restless, liking plenty of variety.
Want Cardinal
Not a great starter, your child may have trouble initiating things and getting them moving.
He may need your help in learning how to be more assertive and outgoing.
Have Angular
Your child's energies run effectively toward making himself felt in the material, tangible
outer world. He is an "action" person who gains the attention of others and seems to get things
moving. The circumstances of his life suggest extroversion.
Want Cadent
This is a busy pattern – showing the need to master the daily details: being on time,
schedules, tasks. Your child makes contact with a lot of people.
House Activity and Emphasis
The twelve houses of the horoscope, particularly when they are occupied by a planet,
provide a clue to areas of special activity in the child's life and development. They paint a
picture of the environment in which he will work out the challenges and talents signified by the
planets and aspects. Here is an analysis of house activity based on planet emphasis:
House Activity and Emphasis
First House: Appearance, Approach
First House
The 1st house is the house of "Me!" How I see myself, the "me" I would like to be, and how
others see me: in short, my identity. The key phrase of the first house is "I AM." This house
rules our personal self and everything about us that draws a reaction from our surroundings or
from others. The 1st house describes the early childhood environment (or the child's perception
of it). Much of the child's identity will be a reflection of the environment in which he grows up.
The child's projected image (personality) will reflect his experience and assimilation of his
interaction with others. The sign on the Ascendant (1st house cusp) and its ruler (see intro.) are
key components to understanding your child's emerging personality. Any planet "rising" in the
1st house is going to color the personality considerably. For example, if Neptune is in the 1st
house, the child will be sensitive and impressionable, no matter what sign is on the Ascendant.
A child with Venus in the 1st house is likely to be attractive and charming. Mars in the 1st
house is common in the charts of athletes. Astrologers will often blend the characteristics of the
Sun sign with the sign on the Ascendant. For example, a child with an Aries Sun is usually
somewhat self-centered. If the child, however, has Pisces Rising then he is likely to be assertive
but compassionate and interested in serving others. Sometimes, however, the child may
experience a conflict; in this case, for instance, part of the child may want to jump right into
new experiences (Aries) whereas another part may be shy or afraid (Pisces). The child could
feel overwhelmed (Pisces) by the stern parental rebuke given in response to a typically Arian
impulsive action! All this may seem very complex, but you can take it step by step. Are any of
us really all that simple to understand? You will have to study well the Sun sign and the
Ascendant (and the sign and house the Ruler is in) plus the nature of any planet in the 1st house.
Learn the keys, be sensitive and observe the child. You will see how it all comes together.
Leo on First House Cusp
Leo energy is expressive and concerned with dramatic self-awareness and a sense of pride
and ownership. Here is a sense of confidence from which the emotive and outgoing Leo energy
operates. Often very artistic, and always theatrical and expressive, this sign is good for
creativity and the arts. Your child may seek creative means to express himself through the
affairs of the house with Leo on the cusp.
Second House: Possessions, Reactions
Second House
The key phrase of the 2nd house is "I have." The 2nd house, then, deals with our material
security, our means of livelihood, our resources and talents, and how we utilize the resources of
this world. The 2nd house also reveals much about our values, what is valuable to us. We study
this house for clues as to the child's basic attitudes and sense of self-worth. The sign on the
second house cusp and any planets in the 2nd house will tell you how your child is most likely to deal with things. Here we see his attitude toward his belongings. Responsibility, stewardship,
and sharing all come into play here. If your child does not have any planets in the 2nd house,
look to the sign, house and aspects of the planet ruling the sign on the cusp, and to the planet
Venus, for clues as to money making potential and spending habits.
Virgo on Second House Cusp
Virgo energy is analytical and precise, always separating what is worthwhile and worth
supporting from that which is outmoded and of no further use. The affairs of the house with
Virgo on the cusp reveal the area of life in which the child seeks to serve, and/or where he may
take a systematic and detailed approach.
Neptune in Second House
You will do your child a great service by stressing good stewardship of possessions and
money as he grows. Otherwise (and especially if Neptune is afflicted) impracticality with
finances could lead to disappointments in adulthood. His response to what life offers may be
elevated, spiritual, although not always practical. For some, Neptune in the 2nd house indicates
making a living in a highly creative way, through inspiration, art, psychology or perhaps
working with water (plumbing, irrigation, water beds) or out at sea.
Third House: Inquiries, Communications
Third House
The key phrase for the 3rd house is "I think." At no time is the 3rd house more important
than during childhood. This is because the 3rd house is the house of early education. The
astrologer looks to the sign on the 3rd house cusp, its ruler and any planets abiding there (and to
the planet Mercury) to get a picture of the child's approach to learning. The 3rd house is a very
mental house, concerned with finding, researching, communicating, and all manner of
questioning. Traditionally this house rules brothers and sisters. Planets in the 3rd house can tell
you something about your child's interaction with his siblings, and with neighborhood pals.
Children with personal planets (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus and Mars) in the 3rd house tend to
be very active at school.
Libra on Third House Cusp
Libra energy is always facilitating and responsive, assuming the appropriate reaction or
response to any question or statement. This is certainly the social sign, par excellence. The
affairs of the house with Libra on the cusp indicate where your child may enjoy working with a
close pal; this may also be where he must learn lessons in cooperation. Libra can tie in the
theme of beauty and diplomacy into the affairs of the house whose cusp it is on.
House Activity and Emphasis
Fourth House: Home, Family, Security
Fourth House
The 4th house is the house of the home and family. The 4th house represents our roots and
also relates to our perception of our mother. The sign on the 4th house cusp and any planets
abiding here describe the early home environment. Young children yearn to feel secure within
the arms of mother and father, within the walls of home. The small child fears abandonment.
This house tells about the emotional foundation upon which the rest of the chart can stand or
collapse. Traumatic childhood scenes take years to resolve. A memory of a nurturing and secure
experience helps the adult get through many a storm. Since many of the early patterns are
repeated, the fourth house (and the sign, house position and aspects of the Moon) describes how
your child is likely to manage his own family one day. Land and property also come under the
fourth house domain.
Scorpio on Fourth House Cusp
Scorpio is the most dynamically creative sign and the most abused! Intense, passionate, and
very personal, Scorpio rushes past superficialities and right to the heart of any matter. Scorpio
relates to sex, death, regeneration and resources we share with others. Scorpio energy will
intensify and concentrate the affairs of the house whose cusp it sits on.
Sun in Fourth House
Home, family, and security are important to your child. He loves to set down roots and
build a home base. Sensitive and somewhat private, he tends to be a sensitive (and sometimes
vulnerable) person. The impact of impressions from early home life, and in particular the nature
of the relationship with the mother, may last a lifetime. If your child feels secure in your love,
he may grow to nurture and counsel others. Many children with this position love helping
around the house, cooking and fixing things. This is a good placement for cooks and restaurant
owners. It is also favorable for business; you might want to start him out early!
Mercury in Fourth House
Your child's mind tends to settle on issues of security – home, family, and such. An interest
in history, the past, and cultural traditions may be lifelong. His thoughts will be influenced by
his emotions. The mother's role will be instrumental not only in his schooling, but in shaping
the child's way of thinking. Of course, this is true of all children, but the mother's influence as
teacher is even more marked when Mercury in the 4th house. Teach your child to express his
ideas and to avoid getting too wrapped up in his own thoughts. The child with this Mercury
placement can experience much anxiety when the home situation is discordant. Sometimes
Mercury here can indicate a lot of moving around – changing residences, living in trailers and
such. When he has his own home, he is likely to have a fine library! Sometimes Mercury in the
House Activity and Emphasis
4th house reveals an interest in real estate, agriculture, landscape design, geology.
Fifth House: Expression, Creativity
Fifth House
The 5th house is the house of dramatic self-expression; its key phrase is "I create." Many
actors have planets here. The 5th house relates to fun and recreation: planets in the 5th house
plus the sign on the cusp provide clues as to what kind of recreation your child might enjoy.
Fire signs may like sports, competitive games and outdoor exploration. An Earth sign on the
cusp could take to nature walks, hiking, building, mechanics. For these children, work can be
fun! Children with Air signs on the 5th house cusp are going to enjoy mixing with other people.
A Water sign on the 5th house cusp may enjoy family outings, be attached to loved ones, find
their niche through the arts. The giving and receiving of love is also connected with this house.
Children with personal planets in this house (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, and Mars) feel most
fulfilled when they are actively creating, sharing, expressing their emotions.
Sagittarius on Fifth House Cusp
Sagittarius is associated with religion, philosophy and travel. Your child may seek to
"expand his horizons," or to express his highest ideals and personal philosophy through the
affairs of the house on whose cusp Sagittarius is found.
Venus in Fifth House
Your child probably loves the theater and all that is creative, expressive, and artsy. Games,
puzzles, and entertainment are sure to appeal to him. He could have a flair for the dramatic,
emotional scenes being a sign of life to him! He loves action, sports, and putting his heart and
feelings on the line. If Venus is well aspected, your child is likely to be popular. Often this
placement indicates artistic talent or ability. Your child may love working with younger
children. He probably enjoys the good things in life but watch out for signs of laziness! This
Venus placement is common in the charts of entertainers, models, teachers and child
psychologists.
Sixth House: Responsibility, Work, Health
Sixth House
The key phrase of the 6th house is "I work." That which was conceived in the 5th house is
applied and produced in the 6th! In an adult chart, this house indicates employment, attitude
toward work, and relationship with employees and/or co-workers. In the child's chart, we study the 6th house to understand his daily habits. How he handles his chores, how he approaches his
school work. Is his handwriting sloppy or neat? Is he happy to help others when asked or does
he complain? The 6th house rules dress and appearance. This house also tells us about eating
habits, diet and basic health. Obviously, eating habits and diet will affect health for better or for
worse, as the case may be. A water sign on the cusp, or the Moon or Neptune in the 6th
indicates that emotions will affect health and vice-versa. The sign on the cusp and planets in the
6th house can show you health areas that may require your attention.
Capricorn on Sixth House Cusp
Capricorn is the business energy of the zodiac. Given to clear-headedness and practical
insight, this sign takes a distanced perspective, a cool appraisal. Lessons in power may be
indicated in the affairs governing the house hosting Capricorn on its cusp. Or this may be where
your child is particularly willing to work hard for earned results.
Seventh House: Relationships, Other People
Seventh House
The 7th house is the house of partnerships, relationships, social life, and all that carries us
beyond our personal self into an awareness of other people, community, and the like. Children
with planets in this house seek to understand themselves through others. They are rarely alone.
How does your child deal with competition? Is he able to hold his own in a match? Can he
stand up against peer pressure? To succeed with 7th house issues, the child needs to feel secure
within himself (1st house polarity.) Planets in the 7th house and the sign on the cusp can also
provide clues about your child's interaction, as he matures, with the opposite sex. For instance,
a child with Mars in this house or Aries on the cusp would likely be bold in relationships, and
hence, make friends easily. Nevertheless, he could incline toward arguments and contention
(Mars) in close friendships (and later in marriage). He may, however, be willing to work hard
(Mars) to make a relationship (7th house) work. The wise parent would teach this child the
dangers of entering into relationships impulsively.
Aquarius on Seventh House Cusp
Aquarius is the sign of brotherly love. Aquarian energy is futuristic, prophetic, communal.
The focus is on the goal, and the goal is for the many, not the few. This sign tends toward
independence. The house with Aquarius on the cusp sometimes indicates areas of special
talents.
Mars in Seventh House
Your child is highly motivated when it comes to relationships (social or private). But,
because of the nature of Mars, he may be inclined to argue with others or see them in opposition to him. He is going to have to learn to come half way! This position is favorable for lawyers (who love to argue the case!) and anyone assuming an arbitration role. Your child needs to develop a strong core sense of self-worth lest he allow others to dominate him or vice-versa! Teach him not to judge a book by its cover since he may tend to get into relationships based on physical attraction. Since the 7th house relates to the public, this may be
the placement of an enterprising salesman! You will help your child by stressing tact and
diplomacy in dealing with contention.
Eighth House: Business Savvy, Elimination
Eighth House
The 8th house is traditionally the house of death and regeneration. This is the house of
surgery: where something must be removed so something else can thrive. Thus, this house also
covers initiation: getting rid of excess parts of ourselves that we no longer need so we can get to
the heart and deeper meaning of life. The no-nonsense quality of the eighth house makes it
good for business ventures since here we are stripping away the dross to reveal the truth or
essence of the subject. But what meaning does the 8th house hold for the child? Any planets in
the 8th house will give a Scorpio, hence deeply subjective, coloring to the chart. The key phrase
here is "We have": for the adult, the 8th house relates to shared money, property, resources. It
all begins during childhood. How does your child approach sharing his things with others, in
carrying out joint responsibilities. Also, how does the child deal with pain, crises, even the
death of significant others? This is the house of sex, and moreover, the house of desire. Planets
in the 8th house and the sign on the cusp shed light on the child's ability to attract things to
himself through desire, and to let go when necessary or right.
Pisces on Eighth House Cusp
Pisces energy runs deep and toward the psychological – whatever is beneath the surface.
Pisces is said to be related to the past, to memories and to karma. Pisces pertains to "hidden
enemies" and also to illumination. The affairs of the house with Pisces on the cusp may signal
an area of vulnerability in the chart, where your child could be subject to illusion, or where he
could be particularly sensitive, intuitive and imaginative. (i.e. Pisces on the 7th house cusp
could indicate disappointments in relationships, perhaps due to a tendency to attract unstable
partners. On the other hand, Pisces on the 7th house cusp could indicate a sensitive, spiritual
partner).
Jupiter in Eighth House
If other factors in the chart agree, your child may be a super business man! Keep your eyes
open for clues; does he sign up to be class treasurer? On the other hand, the 8th house relates
not only to finances (with Jupiter, finances in a BIG way) but to spiritual mysteries. Searching, delving, researching, inventing, discovering, seeing your child's life path involves cutting through appearances and superficialities and laying bare the reality of a situation. This could mean that the business world is an open book for him – easy to read. Or he may find psychology fascinating. Jupiter here may indicate a career in medicine, in emergency care. This placement also favors any work related to real estate, taxes, banking and insurance.
Ninth House: Religions, Philosophy, Ideas
Ninth House
The 9th house covers higher education, long journeys and religion (the longest journey of
all). Here is what remains of the purification that takes place in the 8th house – the seed, or
essence, of an entire cycle of experience. Religion comes from a Latin word that means to bind
back, and thus refers to all things that last or endure, such as the truth. Essential ideas,
philosophy, and the courts of law belong here. In your child's chart, the 9th house reveals the
influences shaping the child's notions of right and wrong, his search for higher meaning, where
he reaches out to know more, the (life-long) evolution of his belief system. As a youth, he is apt
to be more concerned with his direct experience than with abstract thoughts. From these,
however, he will draw conclusions shaping his beliefs. Priests, judges, historians, college
professors, philosophers and explorers often have key planets here. The child with planets in the
9th house enjoys expanding his horizons through travel.
Aries on Ninth House Cusp
Aries is the sign of the pioneer and leader. Aries energy is attention-getting and assertive,
tending to provoke a response from the surroundings, from others. The house with the Aries
cusp shows you in what area of life your child is most apt to be assertive, and even a bit
impulsive. Here is where he can learn the lessons of patience.
Saturn in Ninth House
Please add these to your library: A subscription to National Geographic, a good
encyclopedia, a Bible with easy to read print, a compendium of the world religions plus a few
children's copies of the great religious dramas, such as the Hindu RAMAYANA. Additional
recommendations: "Cultural Literacy" by Hirsch and a collection of the Shakespeare plays.
Religion, philosophy, and truth are essential to your child's life. Or conversely, (when afflicted)
this position sometimes manifests as narrowness of thought, but the latter is not so prevalent
unless the child is brought up in a puritanical, fanatical, or bigoted household. A college
education or advanced vocational training may be necessary for him to fulfill his aspirations!
(Start saving up your college fund now!) Squares to Saturn could point to obstacles to
overcome in obtaining higher education. Your child likely will pose many a question of what is right and what is wrong and why. He could appear to others as too sober or religious. A favorable position for education, law, preaching and publishing. His career may somehow be linked with travel, foreigners, or import-export.
Tenth House: Practical Vision, Vocation Tenth House
The 10th house is the point of crystallization, what we give back to the world in concrete
form: hence, the 10th house deals with career, and subsequently status and reputation. The 10th
house is connected with authorities: father, government, employer, Guru. In studying the
planets in the 10th house plus the sign on the 10th house cusp in the child's chart (and Saturn),
we discover clues about the nature of the child's ambitions (what he wants to do and who he
wants to be when he grows up), how he deals with authorities, how he handles responsibility,
and his relationship with his father or dominant parent. The child's way of dealing with his
elders during childhood obviously will be transferred to dealing with his boss later on! Children
with planets in the 10th house may be thinking ahead. Children with the Sun, Jupiter or Saturn
or many planets in the 10th house often want to be someone of consequence in this world! The
10th house relates to Saturn and hence to maturation through time. Sometimes planets in the
10th house (especially the Sun or Saturn) indicate a need for much training before reaching the
career goal.
Taurus on Tenth House Cusp
Taurus energy is stable. Here is where your child is likely to be resourceful, where talent
may lie! He could perhaps make money from the issues related to this house. Taurus is the way
we "have" things, how we possess and acquire things. The house cusp can tell you where the
child might need to learn the lessons of obedience or non-attachment.
Moon in Tenth House
The child with the Moon (emotion/home/family) in the 10th house (ambition, status and
reputation) wants to be someone of consequence! He begins quite early to seriously consider
what he wants to be when he grows up!. The nature of his homelife (for better or for worse)
directly affects his performance at school and later his career success. Your child has natural
insight into public needs. Especially if the Moon is well aspected, he is at home making
practical and management decisions. He may be attracted to running for student government, or
taking an active role in a achievement oriented hierarchical youth programs such as Scouts. His
career will likely receive all kinds of support from other people (especially from women). He
looks to his mother for strength and encouragement and her influence is great. If the Moon is
afflicted, however, the mother could be over domineering. As a young adult, the child with this
placement may have to separate himself from the family circumstance or tradition for a time to
determine his true direction in life. This placement favors public service, government and
politics; also agriculture, food services, marketing, services related to supplies. Often there are several changes before settling down into a given career.
Uranus in Tenth House
You will discover that your child is original and insightful when it comes to practical
matters. Independent, he may insist on showing you he has his own way of doing things! As an
adult, your child may have an unconventional approach to work, and as he grows, your child
may insist on managing his own affairs! He could find it trying to settle down to routines and
there could be a resistance to discipline and structure. Even as an elementary student, your child
may have a reputation for being different. Sometimes this positions favors work in technical
and scientific fields. It inclines toward executive positions. Many executives in science and
electronics have Uranus placed in the 10th house. The father or stronger parent may be
unconventional, scientific, even an astrologer! Help him prepare for later success by teaching
him to balance his innate sense of individuality with self-discipline and obedience.
Eleventh House: Dreams & Visions, Community
Eleventh House
We have been on the mountain and had a vision (10th house). In the 11th, we bond with
others who share our vision and can help us realize it. Thus, this is the house of friends and
community life. The young child is greatly influenced by his companions. As he matures (and
particularly during pre-adolescence and teen-age years), peer pressure and conformity may take
precedence over parental guidelines in his mind. Planets in this house and the sign on the 11th
house cusp indicate what traits your child may admire in a friend and the kind of friends he is
likely to attract. For example, if Uranus is in the 11th house or if Aquarius is on the cusp, the
child would attract friends who are unique, unusual, somehow different. If Gemini is on the
cusp, he may enjoy having many friends, but could be fickle. Traditionally, the 11th house is
called the house of "hopes and wishes." The 11th house provides clues as to how to tune into
the child's aspirations; how to teach him goal-fittedness; how to measure our projected
aspirations for him against his own! The 11th house also addresses the child's willingness (or
lack of it) to cooperate with others in group projects.
Gemini on Eleventh House Cusp
Gemini is concerned with connections and communication of all kinds; letters, wires,
telephones, voice, thoughts, writing, and mental processes in general. Gemini is the gadfly, the
communicator, the busy-body of the zodiac. The Gemini cusp can reveal in what area of life
your child is apt to show curiosity, mental interest and diversity.
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Twelfth House: Sacrifice, Psychology, Acceptance
Twelfth House
The 12th house is called the house of endings. This house is considered "karmic" in that
here, within the layers of the subconscious, are buried the records of the past. The 12th house
relates to fears and "hidden enemies": fears born of past memories. Here to we also uncover
hidden strengths and the courage and illumination to transcend our fears. The 12th house relates
to the imagination. A child with many planets in the 12th house could be extremely imaginative
but could be so sensitive as to withdraw. Music, meditation, dance and art are good ways to
bring 12th house children out of the "retreats." The sign on the 12th house cusp can tune you
into potential areas of vulnerability in your child's psychic make-up, hidden fears, as well as
hidden talent waiting to be drawn out! The 12th house shows the inclination to sacrifice for
others. Many or key planets in this house could signify a career in medicine, social work, or
behind the scenes production.
Cancer on Twelfth House Cusp
Cancer is the mother of the zodiac, always making a home, protecting and providing for
others. The house with Cancer on the cusp is where your child is likely to look for security. The
child could be particularly sensitive to the issues of that house.
Pluto in Twelfth House
Individuals born with Pluto in the house of the subconscious experience spiritual
regeneration by overcoming fear through courage and illumination. Because the 12th house is
the house of the subconscious and Pluto represents the unconscious, the psyche of children with
this placement is sometimes unknowingly tied into their unconscious, and even to the records of
past embodiments. The emotional energies may be intense but hidden so that the child may not
always understand why he is motivated to act a certain way. Also, he could be attuned to the
subconscious motivations of other people (or mass energies), confusing their feelings with his
own. He could tend to take the world on his shoulders. You may have to help your child work
out fears. (For some, however, Pluto's energies will be quiescent until affected by a major
transit, or until adulthood) Children with this Pluto placement may feel a deep need to sacrifice
for others. A great position for writers (if Mercury is strong), researchers, psychologists, anyone
in the health field and social services, police work (if Mars is strong) and any work that is
investigative, secretive or behind the scenes.
