Planets in Astrology

Each of the planets is associated with different aspects of our lives and our psyche

Each zodiac sign brings its own distinct energy to your cosmic blueprint, but astrology goes far beyond just your Sun sign.

Astrologers examine the positions and signs of all celestial bodies at your birth moment—each planet adding another dimension to your astrological profile.

Like stars in a constellation, these planetary placements connect to create your unique cosmic signature.

Human personality, like the heavens above, contains infinite complexity. If we reduced humanity to just 12 personality types based solely on Sun signs, we'd miss the rich diversity that makes our world vibrant.

Your birth chart contains countless combinations of planets, houses, and aspects that reflect the multifaceted nature of who you are—as unique as your fingerprint and as intricate as the night sky itself.

Personal or Inner planets

Personal planets are closer to Earth and move relatively fast.

  • Sun

    The Sun represents the core essence of who we are—our fundamental identity and ego centre. As the most powerful celestial body in our solar system, it governs how we express our authentic selves to the world and illuminates our creative potential. It influences our vitality, physical health, and life-force energy, acting as the engine that powers our personal ambitions and self-expression. In astrology, the Sun naturally rules Leo and the 5th house—domains of creativity, pleasure, and self-actualisation.

  • Moon

    The Moon represents our inner emotional landscape—the hidden realms of feeling that flow beneath our conscious awareness. It governs our moods, emotional responses, and instinctive reactions. This reflective energy reveals how we nurture ourselves and others, connecting us to the profound currents of intuition that often speak louder than logic. In astrology, the Moon naturally rules Cancer and the 4th house—sacred domains of home, the mother, family, and ancestral connections. .

  • Venus

    Venus embodies the principle of attraction in our lives—governing love, beauty, and connection. It reveals what we value deeply, from material possessions to aesthetic pleasures, and shapes our approach to relationships and self-worth. In astrology, Venus rules two signs: Taurus and Libra, with their corresponding 2nd and 7th houses. Through Taurus, Venus expresses our relationship with material resources and sensory delights. Through Libra, it manifests as our drive for partnership and social harmony. Your Venus placement shows your relationship patterns and what brings you pleasure—influencing romantic connections to business partnerships

  • Mercury

    Mercury governs all forms of communication and intellectual exchange. This quick-moving energy shapes how we think, learn, and share information with others, influencing our reasoning abilities and verbal expression. In astrology, Mercury rules both curious Gemini and methodical Virgo, along with the 3rd and 6th houses. This dual rulership reflects Mercury's versatile nature—in Gemini expressing as adaptable communication, while in Virgo manifesting as detailed analysis. Your Mercury placement reveals your learning style, communication preferences, and analytical approach. It influences your relationships with siblings and neighbours.

  • Mars

    Mars embodies our primal energy of action and desire. This dynamic force governs how we assert ourselves, pursue our goals, and overcome obstacles. As the cosmic warrior, Mars represents our inner drive, competitive spirit, and the raw power we bring to life's challenges. In traditional astrology, Mars rules both Aries and Scorpio, along with the 1st and 8th houses. Through Aries, Mars expresses as direct action, courage, and self-initiation. Through Scorpio, it manifests as psychological intensity, passionate desires, and transformative power. Your Mars placement reveals how you take action, express anger, and pursue what you want—particularly in areas of physical energy, sexual expression.

Transpersonal Planets

Transpersonal planets are more slower moving and act as the link between the personal planets and the really slow moving, outer, or generational planets.  

  • Saturn

    Saturn, the ringed taskmaster of our solar system, embodies structure, limitation, and mastery through effort. It governs our relationship with time, discipline, and the concrete realities of material existence. As the teacher, Saturn represents our long-term ambitions, responsibilities, and the wisdom gained through overcoming obstacles. In traditional astrology, Saturn rules both Capricorn and Aquarius, along with the 10th and 11th houses. Through Capricorn, Saturn expresses as professional achievement and authority. Through Aquarius, it manifests as systematic reform, social responsibility, and defining one's contribution. Your Saturn placement reveals your greatest challenges and where you're called to develop patience and mastery—influencing your career path and relationship with authority.

  • Jupiter

    Jupiter, the largest planet in our solar system, embodies the principle of expansion and abundance. This benevolent giant rules our quest for meaning, wisdom, and growth. Ever the optimist, Jupiter represents our faith, philosophical outlook, and capacity for good fortune. In traditional astrology, Jupiter rules both Sagittarius and Pisces, along with the 9th and 12th houses. Through Sagittarius, Jupiter expresses as the pursuit of knowledge, cultural exploration, and belief systems. Through Pisces, it manifests as spiritual connection, compassion, and transcendence of limitations. Your Jupiter placement reveals where you experience luck and opportunity, how you seek to broaden your horizons, and what gives your life greater meaning.

The Outer Planets

These planets are really far away, unlike all the other planets, they can’t be seen with the naked eye and they move extremely slowly. People of similar age will share the qualities of these planetary placements so their influence in a natal chart is generational. 

  • Uranus

    Uranus, the rebel of our solar system, embodies the principles of sudden change, liberation, and radical innovation. This unconventional planet governs breakthroughs, technological advancement, and everything that disrupts the status quo. Uranus represents our drive for freedom, individuality, and progressive thinking. In modern astrology, Uranus rules forward-thinking Aquarius and the 11th house. Your Uranus placement reveals where you experience unexpected changes, where you rebel against convention, and where you bring your most original insights—influencing your relationship with groups, social causes, and your vision for humanity's future.

  • Neptune

    Neptune embodies the principles of transcendence, imagination, and spiritual connection. It governs the realms beyond ordinary perception—dreams, intuition, and the collective unconscious. As the cosmic mystic, Neptune represents our capacity for compassion, artistic inspiration, and unity with all that exists. In modern astrology, Neptune rules sensitive Pisces and the 12th house. Your Neptune placement reveals where boundaries dissolve, where you access your highest creativity, and where you may experience both inspiration and confusion—influencing your spiritual life, artistic expression, and ability to surrender to larger forces.

  • Pluto

    Pluto, the distant transformer of our solar system, embodies the principles of profound change, regeneration, and hidden power. This intense planet governs the cycles of death and rebirth that occur throughout our lives. As the cosmic alchemist, Pluto represents our relationship with the shadows, shared resources, and the ultimate mysteries. In modern astrology, Pluto rules intense Scorpio and the 8th house. Your Pluto placement reveals where you experience deep transformation, where you encounter power struggles, and where you possess extraordinary resilience—influencing your approach to intimacy, joint finances, and your capacity to emerge renewed from life's most challenging passages.