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The Sun in Astrology: From Visibility to Responsibility
30th April 2026 • I Am Astrology Readings Podcast with Paul Heath • I Am Astrology Readings Podcast
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The discourse on the Sun in astrology reveals its pivotal role as a symbol of authority, responsibility, and clarity of purpose. Within this framework, the Sun is portrayed not as a mere reflection of individual personality, but as a fundamental force that embodies one's responsibilities and societal roles. The speaker articulates a clear distinction between modern interpretations, which often trivialize the Sun's essence, and the ancient understanding that associates it with rulers and divine authority. This perspective emphasizes that the Sun’s influence is not about personal feeling or self-gratification; rather, it compels individuals to confront their roles in the grand tapestry of life, demanding active engagement and leadership. The episode meticulously examines the implications of the Sun's placement across the twelve astrological houses, each offering a unique lens through which to understand the responsibilities and authority that individuals are called to wield. For example, those with the Sun in the second house grapple with issues of self-worth and value, while those with the Sun in the sixth house find authority in their daily work and service. Each house serves as a distinct arena for individuals to embrace their roles, often through trials that challenge their growth and visibility. The speaker underscores that the Sun’s illumination often brings discomfort, as it exposes individuals to scrutiny and judgment, yet it is through this exposure that true leadership is cultivated. Ultimately, the episode serves as a profound reminder of the transformative power of acknowledging one's responsibilities as dictated by the Sun's placement in their chart. The speaker implores listeners to recognize that the journey to embodying one's authority is fraught with challenges, yet these challenges are essential for personal development and self-realization. As the Sun rises in each individual's astrological narrative, it beckons them to step into their designated roles with confidence, reinforcing the notion that embracing one’s authority is not merely a choice, but a vital aspect of fulfilling one’s life purpose.

Takeaways:

  • The Sun signifies authority and one's purpose within the hierarchy of existence, transcending mere identity.
  • In traditional astrology, the Sun embodies power and visibility, emphasizing responsibilities over personal feelings.
  • Life challenges individuals to embrace their roles assigned by the Sun, compelling them to lead and be seen.
  • Each astrological house reflects unique responsibilities tied to the Sun's position, dictating areas of authority and influence.
  • The journey towards embodying one's Sun is often arduous, requiring resilience and a proactive approach to leadership.
  • In the twelfth house, the Sun represents hidden authority, suggesting that strength can exist subtly and behind the scenes.

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Hello, you can find me at tarot360astrology on Instagram.

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If you wish to know anything more.

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I'm going to talk about the sun, which represents authority and spirit and purpose.

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And if I'm starting with the sun concerning traditional astrology, it's because the sun is not just who you are.

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That's modern astrology trying to give everyone a gold star and a participation trophy.

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We know people like to acquire those things for not doing any work and barely any effort.

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The sun is your authority or your rank or your role in the hierarchy of life.

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In ancient astrology, the sun was associated with kings and rulers and divine right.

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This wasn't personality, it was power and visibility.

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This is not who am I?

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This is what am I responsible for?

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So wherever your son is in your chart, that's where life is asking, are you going to lead or are you going to hide?

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Because the sun does not do subtle.

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It illuminates, it exposes.

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It demands.

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And let me make this very clear.

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The sun is not asking for your opinion.

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The sun is assigning you a role.

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Now, here's where people get it twisted.

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The sun is not how you feel.

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That's the moon's department.

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The moon is in the corner over there, crying and journaling and texting their ex.

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The sun.

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The sun is at work.

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The sun is what you are meant to embody over time.

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It's your life path through effort, pressure, and, let's be honest, being thrown into situations you did not apply for.

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Which means early in life, you might not feel like your sun at all.

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You grow into it.

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And usually you grow into it the hard way, because the sun represents vital heat, and heat requires friction.

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I mean, that can be a good time.

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So life is going to cook you a little bit.

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Not to destroy you, but to refine you.

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Everyone wants to shine like the sun until they realize shining means being seen.

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And being seen means being judged.

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And being judged means people on the Internet have opinions.

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Suddenly, everyone wants to be a mysterious moon placement again, too late for that.

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The spotlight is on.

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You don't become the sun by feeling confident.

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You become the sun by acting with authority before you feel ready.

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That uncomfortable moment where you think, why is everyone looking at me?

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That's not anxiety.

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That's initiation.

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Congratulation.

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That's leadership.

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Now let me break this down house by house on astrological chart with the sun in all the 12 houses.

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Because this is where the sun decides where you're getting volunteered for responsibility, whether you like it or not.

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Let's start sun in the first house.

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This is the sun on stage 24 7.

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No intermission.

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You don't get to figure yourself out privately, of course.

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Some people do.

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Like doing that.

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Life said, no, we're doing this live.

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Your body, your presence, your identity.

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This is your authority.

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People look at you and assume you know what you're doing, even when you absolutely do not.

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And here's the joke.

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You don't become confident first.

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You become visible first.

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Confidence shows up later, like, oh, wow, man, we survived that.

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That sun in the first house.

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Sun in the second house.

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Your authority is tied to value such as money, resources, and self worth.

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You don't get to play small about what you're worth.

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Life will keep putting you in situations where you're underpaid, undervalued, or overlooked until you finally say, actually, I cost money.

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You will hesitate to charge what you're worth and then get mad when people agree with your low price.

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That's your son.

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Like, raise the price or stay humble forever.

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And that's sun in the second house.

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Now sun in the third house.

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Your voice is your authority, such as communication and teaching and speaking and writing.

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This is where you're meant to be seen.

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But early on, you might feel unheard, overlooked, or like no one takes you seriously.

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So what does life do?

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It forces you into situations where you have to speak up.

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You'll rehearse conversations in your head for three hours, and then life throws you into a moment where you have three seconds.

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Congratulations.

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Welcome to public speaking.

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That sun in the third house.

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Now we go to sun in the fourth house.

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That's authority.

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In the private realm of home, family, and roots, you're the backbone, the emotional CEO of the household.

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Even if you didn't apply for that position, this placement often says you.

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You're the one who has to hold it together.

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Everyone else gets to have a breakdown, and you're sitting here like, okay, but who's running the house while you spiral out of control?

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The answer is you.

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That's sun in the fourth house.

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Now we go to sun in the fifth house.

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That's where it's going to be.

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Creative and authority and expression and performance.

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You are meant to shine by being seen enjoying yourself, which sounds fun, until you realize it means being vulnerable in public, such as art and romance and creativity.

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You'll hide your talents, then get annoyed when nobody notices them.

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The sun is like, maybe stop hiding the masterpiece.

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That's sun in the fifth house.

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Now we go to sun in the sixth house, which is about service and work and responsibility.

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And the daily grind.

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This is not glamorous.

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This is the sun saying, you're the one who shows up.

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Your authority is built through consistency, through doing what needs to be done.

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Even when no one claps.

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You'll think, success comes from one big moment.

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Meanwhile, your son is like, no, it's 10,000 small, boring ones.

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So enjoy your routine.

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You're welcome.

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That's sun in the sixth house.

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Now we go to sun in the seventh house.

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That's authority through relationships.

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Other people reflect your power back to you.

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But here's the twist.

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You don't get to dominate.

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You have to meet others, which is harder.

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You'll attract strong personalities and then wonder why no one lets you be in control.

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Your son is like, try cooperation.

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I know it's uncomfortable.

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People have issues cooperating at times.

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And that's sun in the seventh house.

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Now we go to sun in the eighth house.

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Power in the unseen, such as crisis, transformation or other people's resources.

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This is deep water.

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You don't get light lessons.

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You get initiation, loss, intensity, psychological depth.

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But through that, you gain authority over what others avoid.

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Everyone else is talking about weekend plans and you're thinking about mortality, trust issues and financial entanglements.

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Late conversation is not your brand.

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And that's sun in the eighth house.

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Now we go to sun in the ninth house.

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And that's authority.

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Through truth and belief and knowledge, such as teaching or philosophy or religion or travel.

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You're meant to stand for something bigger, but life will test your beliefs.

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First you'll preach wisdom, and then life says, okay, now live it.

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Suddenly it's quiet.

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And that's sun in the ninth house.

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Now we go to sun in the tenth house.

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This is the sun at the top of the sky.

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Maximum visibility, which shows itself in a career or reputation or legacy.

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You don't get to be low key.

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Even when you try.

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You'll say, I don't want attention.

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And then life responds, too bad.

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Here's a spotlight and responsibility.

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You are being watched.

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Act accordingly.

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That's sun in the 10th house.

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Now we go to sun in the 11th house.

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That's authority in groups or communities or networks.

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You're meant to lead.

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With collective spaces, you don't get to isolate.

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Your success is tied to other people.

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You'll want to do everything yourself.

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And life keeps handing you group projects, and that goes on forever.

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And that's sun in the 11th house.

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And last we go to sun in the 12th house.

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This is probably the most misunderstood placement.

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It's about hidden authority and private strength.

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This is the sun behind the curtain.

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You're not always meant to be seen directly, but that doesn't mean you're not powerful.

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It means your influence is subtle and behind the scenes and spiritual or internal.

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You'll hide from the world and then wonder why no one sees your brilliance.

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Your son is like come out of the cave just a little.

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And that's sun in the 12th house.

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So wherever your son is in either the first all the way through up to the 12th house, that's where life is not asking politely, it's assigning responsibility.

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And you can ignore it for a while, but eventually the spotlight finds you.

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And when it does, you either step into the role or you spend your life wondering why you feel unseen.

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Because the sun doesn't disappear.

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It waits and then it rises.

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Anyway, So I hope this gave you an overview of the planet of the sun and some of the characteristics and then going through all 12 houses.

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And as always, remember to stand in your own truth.

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