Kelly's Astrology Podcast Learn the Ruler of Your Ascendant and How It Influences Your Personality
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Sep 8, 2025 
Astrologer Brian Forman shares insights on the rulers of the ascendant and their influence on personality. He explains how the ascendant is like a life manager, guiding personal authenticity and purpose. Listeners learn about traits associated with various rulers, from the nurturing nature of Cancer rising to the ambitious drive of Aries rising. Brian emphasizes the importance of understanding one's ascendant ruler for self-reflection and personal growth, providing intriguing anecdotes that resonate deeply with astrology enthusiasts.
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Ascendant As Managed Life-Style
- The Ascendant is the most vital, personal part of the chart and is 'managed' by a planet that guides how you move through life.
- That ruling planet acts like a manager or helmsperson, shaping your core orientation and what animates you.
Ruler Shows Your Pneuma
- The Ascendant's ruler reveals your pneuma — the animating breath or life-force that drives your goals and what makes you happy.
- Use that ruler as a touchstone to return to authenticity when you feel off-course.
Moon Ruler: Sensitivity And Movement
- Moon-ruled Ascendants (Cancer rising) emphasize sensitivity, mood, memory, caregiving, and a need for movement or wandering.
- The Moon also makes these people mediums for their environment and suited to caregiving, nursing, or intuitive work.