Houses that oppose each other in the astrological chart represent similar topics and related life areas but their approach to these is somewhat opposite. The purpose of this article is to summarize the information from the articles on individual houses. I am going to compare the opposing houses to each other so that we can clearly see how each pair of houses shares common areas, but at the same time has the opposite approach towards dealing with them.
The First house and the Seventh house: the axis of relating and relationships
Areas and topics: relations, relationships, balance, justice
Approach: H1 H7
self-orientation – cooperation
attitude towards oneself – attitude towards others
exercising personal will – making compromises
self-initiative – seeking directive from others
selfishness – sharing
The Second house and the Eighth house: the axis of stability and value
Areas and topics: stability, security, money, value, personal values
Approach: H2 H8
stability – unpredictability and crises
material security – emotional security
power – vulnerability
personal property and money – other people's property and money
personal values and self-esteem – other people's values and self-esteem
The Third house and the Ninth house: the axis of learning and traveling
Areas and topics: curiosity, discovery, learning, knowledge, personal growth, movement
Approach: H3 H9
questions – answers
curiosity and discovery – personal principles and beliefs
practical knowledge – theoretical knowledge
skills – concepts, theories, and philosophies
immediate surroundings – faraway places
The Fourth house and the Tenth house: the axis of security and validation
Areas and topics: sensitivity, the need for security, stability, the need for validation
Approach: H4 H10
personal life – public image
inner world – outer impression and reputation
inner sensitivity – outer strength
inner peace – external validation
roots and childhood – achievements and personal mission
The Fifth house and the Eleventh house: the axis of creativity and personal expression
Areas and topics: personal expression, authenticity, creativity, innovation, standing out
Approach: H5 H11
the individual – groups
personal expression – collective efforts
being the center of attention – being part of a group
elevated status – equality with others
romantic relationships – platonic relationships
The Sixth house and the Twelfth house: the axis of service and sacrifice
Areas and themes: inequality, subordination, service and help to others, karma, weakness
Approach: H6 H12
physical weakness – spiritual weakness
reality – escape from reality
work – daydreaming
the concrete – the intangible
helping others – self-martyrdom
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