Venus in the Houses ♀💒
Venus is the planet of love, close relationships, and personal resources—possessions, money, and earning power. Venus represents relationships and resources in every chart and, like the other planets, manifests according to its sign, house position, and aspects. It also represents your social skills and social life, the ways in which you’re self-indulgent, how you express affection, and how you define beauty. Venus provides insights into the characteristics you seek in a partner. Those are some of the specifics of Venus. Its influence, however, can be summarized thusly: Venus is what you attract, and how you interact with others. x
💕 1ˢᵗ House: Charming, popular, and gracious, you’re a people person who instantly puts others at ease. You’re a natural diplomat and mediator, the one who promotes cooperation and compromise. What you’re definitely not is a pushover, despite what others may think. You know that the art of finesse—not aggression—is the way to win battles and wars. Image-conscious, you understand that perception is reality and thus strive to look your best at all times. But designer clothing and jewelry can stretch your budget when you feel extravagant and self-indulgent. Most people with Venus in the first house are attractive, and some have artistic talent. All have an eye for beauty and symmetry. This placement also encourages laziness.
💕 2ⁿᵈ House: Money, money, money! You attract plenty of it during your lifetime, and probably got started in childhood with odd jobs for family and neighbors (and fast deals with friends!). You value your possessions and also want life’s luxuries and top-of-the-line quality. At times extravagant, you’re generally thrifty but willing to splurge occasionally on yourself and loved ones. You won’t, however, pay more than a fair price, and almost always find the bargains that elude others. You could profit financially from a business or personal partnership. Some people with Venus in the second house seek a mate who is wealthy or one with social status, which you value highly. You also have strong ethics, principles, and a sense of justice.
💕 3ʳᵈ House: You’re a charming conversationalist with a talent for subtle persuasion. At your best, you can convince anyone of almost anything and make them believe it’s their own idea. You’re also tactful and gracious and rarely utter unkind words. This is as much of a reflection of your communication style as it is your dislike of conflict. At times you’ll concede a point just to maintain harmony. Socializing is high on your priority list, and you mix and mingle and circulate with ease, leaving everyone feeling like they’re the center of your universe. Reading, the theater, music, and the arts appeal to many with this placement. You also like to travel in comfort and will stretch your budget to acquire a luxury vehicle. Relationships with siblings and neighbors are favorable, and regular communication with them is important to you.
💕 4ᵗʰ House: Your home is (or what you want it to be) beautifully decorated with artwork and the best furnishings you can afford. It’s a showplace that reflects your financial status, as well as a place to entertain friends, which you do frequently. Many people with Venus in the fourth house lavishly decorate their homes inside and out for every holiday and are avid gardeners. Clutter is a challenge for some people with this placement, who save everything and cover every surface with knickknacks, photos, and other possessions and paraphernalia. You’re close to family and loved ones and do all you can to maintain family harmony, which is vital to your happiness. You may inherit a sizable sum from your parents or other relatives.
💕 5ᵗʰ House: Charm, popularity, and charisma are yours, along with an active social life and many admirers. You’re a romantic who loves to love as much as you need to be loved. This is true whether you’re single and dating, or in a long-term commitment. Love notes delight you, and you’re fond of surprising your partner with heartfelt expressions of TLC. Most people with Venus in the fifth house are fond of children, and many are the parents of talented, creative offspring. Fun, leisure time, and hobbies have a prominent place in your daily life. You may have artistic of acting talent or support in the arts. Without a doubt you’re creative in some way and have a sense of balance and an eye for beauty and harmony.
💕 6ᵗʰ House: You enjoy your work life most of the time—when you’re in the right position at the right company. Pleasant surroundings are a must. You won’t consider a job where you’ll be in a run-down or strictly utilitarian environment from 8 to 5. If you work in an office setting, you’ll personalize your work-space with photos, knickknacks, and mementos. You’re well liked by coworkers, and these congenial, harmonious relationships boost productivity. You promote cooperation and compromise, partly to limit conflict, which upsets you more than most people. Many social and romantic opportunities come through coworkers. Most people with Venus in the sixth house are fond of pets, and some are susceptible to sore throats.
💕 7ᵗʰ House: You’re a people person who’s popular, tactful, and charming. People flock to you, which suits you fine because you dislike going anywhere alone. Companionship is a natural state for you, and you have a knack for bringing people together. Many people with Venus in the seventh house have a strong need for a mate that they form a union at an early age. Although this placement generally indicates a happy partnership, you should be sure you’re in love—not in love with love—before you commit. Business relationships and partnerships also benefit from this placement, and financial gain can come to you through a personal or professional relationship. But you can be too trusting at times, taking people at face value when a a closer look would be to your advantage. Be selective. Don’t let people use you for their own ends.
💕 8ᵗʰ House: Joint resources are generally favorable when Venus is in the eighth house. You can benefit through a partner’s money, inheritance, or insurance, as well as your own high income potential. Some people with Venus in eighth house choose a mate for status and money as much as (or sometimes more than) for love. This placement also can indicate intense emotions, possessiveness, and jealousy. You can run up considerable debt if you’re an extravagant free-spender. Save first, budget, and plan for the future; allow yourself an occasional self-indulgent splurge. A career in the financial area, such as banking, investments, or fundraising, might interest you.
💕 9ᵗʰ House: Education has a dual purpose in your life: in addition to its obvious merits, education can open up more lucrative career opportunities and connect you with potential partners who have above-average earning potential. Some people with Venus in the ninth house are linked romantically or professionally to someone from a different culture, country, or background. Your interest in other cultures extends to travel that mixes pleasure and learning—almost always with a partner—and usually in the most luxurious accommodations you can afford. The arts also attract many people with this placement, as a career or hobby or as a supporter. Justice, equality, and spirituality are prominent themes in your life.
💕 10ᵗʰ House: Although you have career ambitions, they’re not associated with the drive and determination typical of high achievers. They don’t have to be. With Venus in the tenth house, your charm, charisma, and people skills give you a head start over many. Popular with coworkers and managers alike, you have an excellent image and reputation as a hard worker who’s congenial and cooperative and supportive of team efforts. However, some people with this placement are decidedly lazy social climbers who expect others to carry their load. Others form romantic partnerships for social or financial gain. Venus here is a plus for a career in the arts, financial fields, and beauty and fashion industries, as well as those with public contact.
💕 11ᵗʰ House: Socializing with your many friends is a favorite evening and weekend activity. Many people with Venus in the eleventh house are actively involved in organizations, including those that support the arts. You could benefit financially from an investment club, and many of your friends are likely to be financially secure. Your popularity is linked to your charming and gracious personality and your effortless ability to put others at ease. However, you’re overly generous with friends at times, doing too much for them and investing too much of your time, effort, and money. Sometimes this placement indicates a partnership through or with a friend. Many people with Venus here are inveterate matchmakers.
💕 12ᵗʰ House: You enjoy peace, quiet, and time alone, yet at the same time you can be lonely. This dichotomy is tough to resolve, especially if you’re essentially shy. You thus can be highly susceptible to anyone who showers you with attention. Be cautious. He or she may be the real thing or one with ulterior motives. When a union is at its best, you love to the depths of your soul. Some people with Venus in the twelfth house have a succession of secret love affairs. Others choose a mate who emulates a parent. You’re creative and may have artistic talent and a highly developed sixth sense. You’re also compassionate and willingly share time and resources with those in need. This placement can indicate a shopping/spending addiction.
