One of my earliest memories is from when I was around six or seven years old. I was with my Grandmother Evelyn shopping for an Easter dress at South Park Mall in Charlotte, North Carolina when I saw her. Her hair was short like a man's, and bright red. She had a row of small earrings all the way up one ear. She was wearing a leather jacket and some kind of weird lace up boots like nothing I had ever seen before. She was like nothing I'd ever seen before. Despite never having seen anyone who looked like her before, my first though when I was her was, "That person is like me." My Grandmother Evelyn saw her too. She pulled me closer and whispered in a voice so low only I could hear, "I saw you looking at her." My blood turned to ice. I knew she knew what I'd been thinking. Not long after that, I happened to see an episode of Geraldo about "Club Kids" people who frequented New York City nightclubs that wore elaborate homemade costumes paired with outlandish hair and makeup. They looked like the most beautiful, glamorous mimes I had ever seen, and their reason for dressing up like that was... I wasn't too clear on that, but it furthered my hypothesis that there was maybe a whole universe of people out there who didn't shop at Belk. Fast forward ten years, and I was the one scaring grandmas at the mall.
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| Pretty scary, right? |
Who is Uranus? Uranus was the original Sky God, husband to Gaia, and father to the twelve Titans. He was a devouring father until his youngest son Cronus/Saturn castrated him and banished him to the outer edge of the Universe. His genitalia was thrown into the ocean and later reemerged as Aphrodite/Venus. Maybe in a future blog post we will explore Uranus' role in the unpredictable nature of Venus ruled human sexuality.
What is Uranus? Uranus is the seventh planet from the Sun and the fourth largest planetary mass in the Solar System. The discovery of Uranus was announced on March 13, 1781 by Sir William Herschel. Uranus was the first planet to be discovered by a telescope. This is appropriate because Uranus rules technology. The Uranian axis of rotation is unique to our Solar System. It's North and South Poles are where most planets have their equators. The other planets in our Solar system's axes resemble spinning tops, Uranus is more of a rolling stone. So it should come as no surprise that Astrologically speaking, Uranus is the Planet that says, "Do your own thing!" but there's more to Uranus than just being weird.
From an Astrological perspective, Uranus, the Great Awakener is the planet of chaos and change. Some keywords to keep in mind for Uranus are original, perceptive, idealistic, rebellious, unpredictable and eccentric. A few words you will never hear associated with Uranus are practical, convenient, patient, or down to earth. Uranus is an outer, "destiny" planet. Mercury and the Moon affect our day to day, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto affect us powerfully, but more in a big picture sense. Uranus encourages us to participate in revolutions great and small. Uranus is unpredictable and that teaches us to be creative and resourceful and also to be strong. Uranus wants you to question authority and that takes bravery. Mars is the planet of Aggression, but Uranus gifts us with it's own steely resolve. Uranus is the coldest planet, and can cause us to be cold and emotionless at times, depending on where it falls in our chart. Your birth chart will also tell you what area of your life Uranus likes to keep original and interesting. Last month we took a look at Yoko Ono's chart and learned she has Uranus is the Seventh House of partnerships. Her marriage to John Lennon certainly had the revolutionary spirit, they even spent their honeymoon advocating for peace. David Sedaris has Uranus in extroverted Leo which explains how being weird made him famous.
In order to learn more about the ways Uranus affects us on a personal level, let's take a tour of the Zodiac and the Twelve Houses .Irrepressible Uranus has an irregular orbit and does not stay in each sign for the same length of time. In order to learn your Uranus House Placement you need to know what time you were born. The websites astro.com and astrotheme.com will both pull up your natal chart for free. Here we go!
URANUS IN ARIES: (1927-1934, 2010-2018) People born with Uranus in Aries come on strong. They tend to be enthusiastic, headstrong, intense, and at times, idealistic. Self control can be an issue. They also tend to be accident prone. The last generation of these people really challenged the status quo and it will be fun to see how the children being born with this placement now will go on to change the world. Some famous examples include: Martin Luther King, Elvis Presley, James Dean and Grace Kelley.
URANUS IN TAURUS: (1934-1942) Uranus is said to be in it's "detriment in this sign. It's definitely true that sudden upsets may affect these people more than others. On a positive note, a lot of these people have a special gift for making money in new and original ways! Earthy, practical Taurus can help visionary Uranus bring their plans to fruition. This placement brings the gift of determination, and they also tend to be lucky in love. Some famous examples include: Napoleon 1, John Lennon, Bruce Lee, and Tina Turner.
URANUS IN GEMINI: (1941-1949) This is a fun placement and these people have the gift of gab and tend to be well liked despite or because of their many eccentricities.This placement also brings the gift of a very original mind. These people are usually gifted writers and good with technology. They have a tendency to overtax their nervous systems. Some famous examples include: Freddie Mercury, Cher, Elton John, and Bill and Hillary Clinton.
URANUS IN CANCER: (1948-1956) This can be an uncomfortable placement. Cancer is the mothering sign and Uranus needs to be free. Uranus in Cancer can give a person the strength to cast off the oppressive elements of their past. It can also make them fiercely protective of their loved ones. A challenge for these people is to learn to channel their powerful emotions into something productive. Some famous examples include: Oprah Winfrey, Meryl Streep, Bruce Willis, and Steve Jobs.
URANUS IN LEO: (1955-1962) These people tend to be pretty brazen, but ultimately pretty lovable. The last crop of these people born when the Free Love movement was beginning to take hold- and it shows. The phrase 'Dare to be different' also comes to mind. They possess amazing leadership ability, but don't take criticism well. Some famous examples include: Prince, Axl Rose, Madonna, Sharon Stone and Barack Obama.
URANUS IN VIRGO: (1961-1969) A tense placement. Many of these people tend to shoulder more than their share of the world's burdens. They are also prone to struggles with perfectionism and depression. They can also be quite intuitive, but also very practical and are natural information gatherers. May have an interest in alternative medicine. Some famous examples include: Albert Einstein, Michelle Obama, Whitney Houston, Johnny Depp, and Curt Cobain.
URANUS IN LIBRA: (1968-1975) These people are fun and charming. They are gifted at working in group situations without losing sight of their individuality. These people definitely need equality in their relationships or they may prefer to remain single. Some famous examples include: Javier Bardem, Angelina Jolie, Jay-Z, and Cameron Diaz.
URANUS IN SCORPIO: (1974-1981) These people are suuuper emotional, I know because I am one. Many people with this placement are fascinated by transformations and usually experience a powerful one at some point in their lives. Many feel a strong desire to be of service. An interest in occult studies is generally indicated. Some Famous examples include Charles Darwin, Heath Ledger, Beyonce Knowles Carter, and Natalie Portman.
URANUS IN SAGITTARIUS: (1981-1988) These people are courageous and optimistic. They have a strong desire to express themselves as individuals, and they also need religious freedom. These people tend to crave new experiences trough travel and larger numbers of them may be drawn to study abroad or exchange programs. Some famous examples include Salvador Dali, Nicki Minaj, Mark Zuckerberg, and Lindsay Lohan.
URANUS IN CAPRICORN: (1988-1996) A blessing of this placement is being able to take big ideals and translate them into practice. These people have the gift of perseverance. These people also tend to be well organized, self-disciplined, and at times, shrewd. This new crop will probably rework our political system. There can sometimes be a desire to accumulate possessions. Some famous examples include: Julius Caesar, Jules Verne, Frida Kahlo, and Greta Garbo.
URANUS IN AQUARIUS: (1995-2003) Uranus in it's home sign of Aquarius brings many blessings. These people are friendly, intelligent, and creative. They tend to have many friends and admirers despite or because of their unconventional personalities. These people tend to be very progressive and are natural humanitarians. I am excited to see what this new crop will accomplish! Some famous examples include: John F Kennedy, Nelson Mandela, Edith Piaf, and Vivian Leigh.
URANUS IN PISCES: (2003-2010) These people are dreamers. They are compassionate, sensitive, and intuitive, many are psychic. They tend to be religious and self sacrificing, but their approach may be unconventional. They make great Astrologers. Some famous examples include: Nostradamus, Pope John Paul II, Malcom X, and Marilyn Monroe.
URANUS THROUGH THE HOUSES
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| "Every living being is an engine geared to the wheelwork of the universe. Though seemingly affected only by it's immediate surroundings, the sphere of external influence extends to infinite distance." Nikola Tesla, Uranus in House 1. |
URANUS IN THE FIRST HOUSE: Astrologer Howard Sasportas says that for people with this placement, life will not be ordinary! The First House rules appearances and people with this placement tend to have intense burning eyes regardless of what color they are. They may also have a more unusual personal style. This may be the result of a carefully crafted persona, as was the case with singer Johnny Cash. Or it may be that these people seem to be on a different plane of existence than the rest of us and clothes are the last thing on their mind, as was the case with Nikolai Tesla and Edgar Allen Poe. These people are intuitive. Their special gift is building on or innovating older, more established concepts. At times their behavior may seem eccentric or even shocking. A few other famous examples are Che Guevera, Bill Gates, and Shannen Doherty.
URANUS IN THE SECOND HOUSE: Second House rules material possessions and people with this placement may be some sort of prodigy or have an unusual ability or gift that enables them to become quite wealthy. They may also be very intuitive about stock market trends or have some other way of making money grow. These people are generally not materialistic. To them, money represents freedom. Quite often they are philanthropists. A select few may eschew materialism all together. A word of caution, with this placement, a unexpected financial upset at some point is possible. Luckily these people are natural survivors. Some famous examples include: Simone de Beauvoir, Barbara Streisand, Paul Newman and Tiger Woods.
URANUS IN THE THIRD HOUSE: Wherever Uranus falls in your chart will highlight where you are gifted with intuition and original thinking. Third House rules friends, siblings, early life and early education. These people are usually very charming with quirky, childlike mannerisms. They are excellent judges of character and problem solvers. As children, they may have had a hard time sitting still. Uranus brings the spirit of restlessness to wherever it falls. This placement can denote disruptions in early life, or a non-traditional family set up, like an unusual or even uncomfortable family of origin. As adults, they may be drawn to less traditional forms of education and may opt to homeschool their children. Some famous examples include: Albert Einstein, Walt Disney, Jane Fonda, and Christina Ricci.
URANUS IN THE FOURTH HOUSE: These people come across as deeply unconventional.The Fourth House is the Mother's House. These people tend to have unusual relationships with their mothers which for better or for worse will affect their outlook on life. They tend to have a fascination with all things metaphysical which may not outwardly manifest until later in life. Some famous examples include: Elizabeth Taylor, Jim Morrison, Angelina Jolie, and Kanye West.
URANUS IN THE FIFTH HOUSE: Very creative. These people's quirky individuality shines through no matter what they do. It can be hard to predict what they will do next! The word "captivating" comes to mind. Fifth house rules children and these people tend to be the fun adults that children want to sit beside at family gatherings. These people will usually take a pretty nontraditional approach to parenting, and many will choose not to become parents at all. Some famous examples include: Bob Dylan, Drew Barrymore, Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, and Chris Brown. (But don't let him sit with your kids.)
URANUS IN THE SIXTH HOUSE: The Sixth House rules Service and your day to day existence. These people are usually very diligent workers, but have a tendency to overextend themselves. Many have issues with food allergies and nervous system disorders. The good news is these people respond very well to natural homeopathic treatments, and some eventually become gifted practitioners in this field. The issue is that these people have a powerful need to be of service. One of their live's challenges is to make sure their own needs are being met. And because small animals are under the rulership of the Sixth House, it's worth mentioning that many of these people have unusual pets. Some famous examples include: Condoleeza Rice, Mariah Carey, Micheal Phelps, and Micheal Jackson.
URANUS IN THE SEVENTH HOUSE: The Seventh House rules Relationships. Marriage, but also close friendships, business partnerships and open enemies. So clearly unconventional relationships are indicated. Elizabeth Taylor had this placement and clearly her approach to marriage was unconventional for her time. Sometimes this can indicate a person who chooses relationships that are misunderstood by the rest of the world, but are loving and sustaining to the people involved as was the case with Yoko Ono's marriage to John Lennon. Sadly, this can sometimes indicate a person who is misunderstood by their partner. Others with this placement may know monogamy is not for them. Some famous examples include: Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, Rhianna, and Oprah Winfrey.
URANUS IN THE EIGHTH HOUSE: The Eighth House rules Sexuality, Secrets, and Transformation. These people have intense personalities. They have a tendency to be quick tempered and accident prone. They may have a pretty unconventional attitudes about sex and a select few may actually be drawn to celibacy as a way to free themselves from the constraints of sexual drama. These people are drawn to probe beneath the surface of everyday life and many are drawn to the occult or have a fascination with death. A sudden reversal of fortune through an inheritance is likely with this placement. Some famous examples include: George Harrison, Trent Reznor, Coco Chanel, and Kristen Stewart.
URANUS IN THE NINTH HOUSE: The Ninth House rules Religion. This placement is really beautiful and can encourage an individual to be spiritual, independent and philosophical. At times this philosophy may not translate into everyday life. Ninth House also rules travel and this placement may provide opportunities for adventure off the beaten path. Because Uranus rules sudden shifts and the Ninth House rules higher education, a person may experience sudden insights through education that radically alter the course of their trajectory. Some famous examples include: Mahatma Ghandi, Prince, Ilona Staller, and Tori Amos.
URANUS IN THE TENTH HOUSE: The Tenth House rules Honors so these people are most likely career focused an big picture oriented. They usually prefer to work alone. At some point, most people with this placement will experience a surprising philosophical shift that renders their present goals meaningless, but they will have very little difficulty starting over if necessary. These people are also naturally drawn to humanitarian causes. Some famous examples include: Pope Francis, Muhammad Ali, Tina Turner, Winona Rider.
URANUS IN THE ELEVENTH HOUSE: The Eleventh House rules your Relationship to the World and Uranus is very powerful here. These people generally feel a kinship with the whole human race and maybe the animal kingdom as well. People with this placement usually have pretty radical values. They may also attract unusual companions. These people are generally well liked with many friends either despite or because of their rather eccentric personalities. At some point someone with this placement is very likely to experience a "lightning bolt" moment of clarity that may compel them to abandon their current life to be of greater service to humanity. Some famous examples include: Victor Hugo, Prince William, Prince Harry, Courtney Love, and Gia Carangi.
URANUS IN THE TWELFTH HOUSE: The Twelfth House rules the Unconscious. People with this placement often come across as very unusual. These people can be pretty mysterious and may be drawn to learn about secret societies. Many have trouble staying grounded the here and now, especially when they're younger. With time and discipline they can become more adept at staying in the here and now. These people may be very gifted in the field Psychology. They are prone to experience powerful dreams and insights, and generally make excellent friends and partners. Some famous examples include: Edgar Cayce, John Travolta, JK Rowling, and Madonna.
So there you have it. Everyone is weird, it's not just you. I hope you all have a beautiful weekend and that you all have the opportunity to let your freak flag fly in whatever way is most meaningful and appropriate to you. Namaste.
