Pluto in Taurus, Ascendent in Cancer (Cancer Rising)

Pluto in Taurus ♉︎ 

Last Transit: Years 1851-1882

Pluto in Taurus in the natal chart is concerned with building something that will last and endure over centuries. This impulse is towards material security and stability. The Pluto in Taurus generation is learning to deal with life’s upsets, the idea that change is inevitable and needed in many cases to bring evolution. Many of the ways in which the Pluto in Taurus generation created this idea of permanence was through building and architecture. The designs and forms used to beautify the world were of the utmost importance to this generation. Individuals with Pluto in Taurus are experiencing a desire for material gain and success. The intensity of Pluto placed in this very peaceful sign gives opportunity to search for and understand the spiritual concept of abundance. Building healthy relationships with money and resources is very important to the lessons of this planetary transit. Pluto in Taurus energy is symbolic of opening doors and creating opportunities for all people to have material abundance, for the peaceful sense of security this can bring with it. In its shadow form this can be expressed as greed. The Pluto in Taurus generation is working to move away from a feeling of lack towards a sense of prosperity.

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.