Pluto in Leo, Ascendent in Cancer (Cancer Rising)

Pluto in Leo ♌︎ 

Last Transit: Years 1938-1957

For those who have Pluto in Leo in the natal chart they are driven to create a unique identity in the world, desiring recognition and approval for the choices they undertake. There is a distinct focus on oneself with this generation. Their mission is to help heal any over attachments to ego society may be carrying. The individuals born during this Pluto transit have the potential for immense power and influence over the people in their lives. They are tasked with keeping their power in check, ensuring they are not working to be dominant in something just for the sake of it. Pluto in Leo is here to exercise their relationship to authority. Where Pluto is in the natal chart provides the opportunity for transformation on a personal and social level. Pluto brings intense energy to the creative potential of the individual. It allows for deep and moody attachments to one’s emotions in order to be expressed through a multitude of outlets. The lesson to overcome with Pluto in Leo is that of personal insecurity. When individuals with this placement learn to develop the skills and passions they are drawn towards true happiness in oneself can be discovered.

Cancer ♋︎ Ascendent in the Natal Chart

Astrological Body Part: Chest & Stomach 

Chart Ruling Planet: The Moon

A Cancer Ascendent or Rising sign in the natal chart will give you a very sensitive outer shell. You will wear your heart on your sleeve and others will always know how you are feeling. This sign on the ascendent will attract many people to you who need love and support based on the vibration of the energy you give off. You desire validation from the people in your life. There will be a tendency to search this out through intense relationships and romantic encounters. 

Style: Having Cancer on the ascendent may influence you to be a touchy feely person definitely the type to give out a lot of hugs and affection! You are ruled by the Moon and this definitely comes across in your style. You tend to wear pale or pastel colors, moonstone or silver jewelry, and have an overall sweetness to your appearance. You typically have a romantic and flowery style. 

Talents: As the Cancer archetype is an empathic energy you are also open to psychic information and high sensory perceptions. Your gifts and skills as a Cancer Rising may include a well developed sense of intuition, excellent acting skills, or healing abilities.