The first house in your birth chart is important in figuring out who we are and what we’re here to do. It represents the self and one’s awakening to their unique human potential.

It’s home to your rising sign, which tells us about what we will embody in this life. The first house also influences our identity, physical appearance, ego, and overall essence.

Along with your ascendent, your first house may also host planets that are likely prominent in your personality. For example, if you have Mercury, you’re probably very chatty.

Your first house can also predict your physical attributes, but even if it doesn’t, it's still worth examining all the other attributes that your rising sign brings to your life.

The sign that your first house aligns with can reveal how you are perceived and who you will grow to be. It also determines how you might defend yourself during difficult moments.

Researching the qualities of your rising sign can help you navigate your identity and mission in life. If you feel lost, turn to your first house and rising sign for guidance.