Humans are complex, and yes, you are absolutely more than just your Sun Sign!
The three major placements in your birth chart are your Sun, Moon, and Rising Signs. In modern astrology, these three placements are often referred to as the “Big Three”.
Many people can’t fully relate to their sun sign description, or their horoscope in the newspaper…
If this is you, by all means, read on!
In this post, we will be concentrating on the rising sign and what it means for you. In case you missed it, here is the post that explains the Meanings of the Sun Signs.
https://lemonsmake.com/2021/08/22/your-rising-sign-its-meaning-and-significance-in-your-birth-chart/
The Meaning of Your Rising Sign
Your Rising Sign is the sign that was rising on the eastern horizon at the time and location of your birth. It changes to the next sign every two hours.
Also known as the Ascendant, your Rising Sign represents…
How you approach new situations
The first impression you have on others
Your appearance and how you present yourself
Hint: Light the candle that corresponds to your Rising Sign in the morning to help you start the day!
Aries Rising
Your first impression is that you are a person with initiative. You’re not afraid to show up and take action. Sometimes you may tend to leap before you look. People can be drawn to you for your great leadership skills and fresh outlook on life. You present yourself as authentic — “what you see is what you get.”
Taurus Rising
You appear peaceful, calm, and stable, but when you’ve made up your mind about something you care about, nothing can stop you. Your approach to new situations is strongly based on your well-grounded, realistic value system. You see the world as a place to build your own personal empire.
Gemini Rising
When you show up at a party, you immediately start to mingle with a variety of people. Your approach is always underlined by curiosity and a strong desire to share ideas. Not afraid to experiment and dive in, you approach new situations with a lot of questions. Others see you as versatile and intelligent.
Cancer Rising
You’re usually the first to help others or the initiator of bringing people together. On first meeting, you might appear a little guarded, but still sweet and kind. You approach new situations based on your instincts and emotions. Others usually feel immediately comforted by you, especially children, who are drawn to your caring spirit.
Leo Rising
At first meeting, you immediately appear generous and warm, and others are want to know more about you. You approach new situations with optimism and warmth. People see you as proud and confident, but also warm and benevolent. You tend to make everything seem larger than life like you know how to throw a good party.
Virgo Rising
You approach everything with a pleasantly grounded presence and a practical attitude. Your organized, analytical, and down-to-earth nature is apparent in everything you do. People see you as responsible and trustworthy enough to handle complex tasks. On first meeting, you may seem reserved and studious, and always looking for ways to lend a hand.
Libra Rising
You have a peace-seeking, or balance-seeking approach, often knowing the right things to say to smooth out most situations. You instinctively find the middle ground and become someone everyone knows and likes. People are drawn to your charm, but you may be mistaken for being indecisive. You appear popular and as someone is good at giving advice.
Scorpio Rising
People can’t help but notice you, and you leave a lasting impression on others. You can seem enigmatic and mysterious. You have a knack for knowing when to turn on the charm when you need it. Privacy is important to you, and you are protective of it. You appear determined and approach new situations with curiosity and courage.
Sagittarius Rising
You approach any new situation with optimism and curiosity, seeking out new experiences. People are drawn to your sense of humor and happy-go-lucky attitude. On first meeting, you strike others as being funloving, generous, and knowledgeable on a variety of subjects. Pursuing higher knowledge and expanding your horizons are important to you.
Capricorn Rising
You come across as calm, traditional and conservative, and a hard worker. You earn respect quickly, especially on the job. You’re a doer, and you can assess situations quickly and make a good decision. Whether you’re ambitious or not, you know what needs to be done, and you’ll take it upon yourself to do it.
Aquarius Rising
People are drawn to you for your forward-thinking, progressive approach to life. You often think like a scientist and look at the world through a lens of curiosity and limitless possibilities. On first meeting, others can instantly see that you march to the beat of your own drum. You seek out connections with others who might share your vision.
Pisces Rising
Your approach to the world is based on intuition and a need for experiences beyond the mundane life of working and paying bills. You also have a fluid and magical quality about you that seems otherworldly, seeming to easily go with the flow most of the time. On first meeting, you’re often seen as creative, fun, and inviting.