Astrology has suffered like an out-of-work actor over the years. Misunderstood and ignored, the wisdom of the stars certainly holds our curiosity and we all know our signs, but rarely does it make it out of the "entertainment" column of newspapers, websites and magazines. This is a shame, because the amount of information that can gleaned from an accurately read chart can provide insight into any individual's assets and liabilities. When you know these personal traits you are better prepared to make key life decisions. There is simple logic that cements the basics of astrology together, and, in the end, all the world is a stage.

Imagine you are at a theater to watch a performance. The curtain rises and you immediately see the stage sets. Depending on the play, the stage will be set with unique props. Recognizing the scene, sets the stage; literally. In astrology this part of the play is known as the "house." Houses represent where the action takes place in your life. If the stage setting looks like a hotel lobby then you know the context for the scene that is about to take place. The same is true in astrology. If you have planets in a specific house in your astrology chart, you will have context for the action. There are 12 houses in astrology. Each house has clearly defined characteristics. There are many words that can be applied to a house but for simplicity I will provide one word per house so that you can easily picture the scene. The first house represents the self. The second house is responsible for finances. The third house maintains communications. The fourth house is the domain of the family. The firth house rules creativity. The sixth house is responsible for health. The seventh house deals with significant relationships. The eighth house represents regeneration. The ninth house rules adventure. The tenth house is career. The eleventh house is for friendships. The twelfth house rules transitions.

Now that you have a quick glimpse of the scene, we can move on to the actors of the play. In the case of astrology, the actors are represented by the planets. Using the same simple method of one-word descriptions allows us to associate the planets with a key word. This simple approach is really a tease for the depth of astrology, but this method works well for beginners. The Sun stands for the ego. The Moon represents emotions. Mercury controls communications. Venus is the planet of love. Mars is the planet of action. Jupiter offers abundance. Saturn forces us to be responsible. Uranus represents rebellion. Neptune holds the subconscious. And Pluto is responsible for transformations.

As with all theatrical productions no play can be complete without costumes. In this analogy, the costumes are represented by the signs. Using the same simple one-word association we can begin to grasp what the signs depict in the form of character. Of course, people are more complex than one word, but this makes the signs more memorable. Beginning with Aries, this sign is the trailblazer. Taurus is diligent. Gemini is the communicator. Cancer is the nurturer. Leo is the creator. Virgo is the servant. Libra is the judge. Scorpio is the detective. Sagittarius is the traveler. Capricorn is the builder. Aquarius is the humanitarian. And Pisces is the mystic.

When we combine all of these elements together we have the basic ingredients for understanding the truth revealed by your astrological destiny. This can be a truly remarkable experience, for within these characteristics lies your instructions. Your strengths, your weaknesses; your pitfalls and your potential are all clearly evident. The complication comes from making sense of it all. This is where a translator comes in. When your chart is properly cast and interpreted you can understand your purpose. Questions? Write me at chris@chrisflisher.com

The transits and placement in YOUR chart will be unique to your situation and circumstances, but they will involve the themes that you identify. If you want to learn more or want to have your chart properly interpreted, contact me at chris@chrisflisher.com and I will guide you with precision and accuracy.

Questions? Contact me and I'll guide you through. Once you know this, you will find it to be an invaluable aid in picking partners, making decisions and using astrology for some real value.

Thank you for your correspondence and continued support....Chris