The Planets in Astrology
In natal astrology, each planet plays a vital part in your birth chart, no matter how it’s aspected. Each one sings a different tune and has a different flavor. Every planet contributes something unique to your chart.
THE SUN: Governs fundamental personal identity, purpose, and vitality.
THE MOON: Governs inner most needs, feelings, the mother, and gut instinct.
MERCURY: Governs intellect, thought processes and communication.
VENUS: Governs play, harmony, peace, love, balance and beauty.
MARS: Governs sexual desire, drive, ambition, base instincts.
JUPITER: Governs expansion (in all ways), joy, creativity, finances, abundance overall.
SATURN: Governs the father, restriction, discipline, structure, public image.
URANUS: Governs originality, authenticity, major life changes, sudden changes.
NEPTUNE: Governs spiritual connection, idealism, isolation, fantasy.
