Thursday, February 18, 2010

Celebrity Natal Charts: Jeff Hanneman (Slayer)

He may be the furthest you can get from an astrological soul, but Jeff Hanneman of the death metal band Slayer is just as shaped by the forces of the planets at the time of his birth as anybody else is! He was born on January 31, 1964, in Oakland, California, and although the time is unknown, we can get a good idea of what the universe has impressed onto Jeff Hanneman from his natal chart. We delve into his inner workings.
Intro to Jeff Hanneman
Jeff Hanneman is best known as the founding member of the band Slayer. He is the lead guitarist for the band, as we ll as the lyricist for some songs. His lyrical material often pertains to death, war, butchery, and so on. His songs include Raining Blood, Seasons in the Abyss, Angel of Death and War Ensemble.
Elements in Jeff Hanneman's Natal Chart
Earth is the element most emphasized in Hanneman's chart, with 43% of the planet's positions and angle falling into the earth category, 28% in air, 22% in water and 8% in fire. The earth propensity shows that he is efficient and not overly emotional -- which can certainly be seen in his lyrical content. The secondary dominance of air shows a taste for travel, as well as a certain flexibility and mobility.
Modalities in Jeff Hanneman's natal chart
44.8% of the planets are in the mutable modality, showing that Hanneman is always hungry for new experiences, new ideas and to evolve. He is seen to change things around him and change himself rapidly. However, Hanneman has been in Slayer for nearly 30 years .. he must be itching for a change!
Planets in Jeff Hanneman's chart
Venus, Neptune and Mercury are those most important in Jeff Hanneman's natal chart. Here the chart indicates that cold and logical reasoning and clear thoughts are not necessarily Hanneman's guiding principles - heart and soul are. The chart shows his strong artistic side, that can sometimes be detrimental to efficiency, logci and detachment.


Wednesday, February 17, 2010

Explaining Angles in Astrology

There are no more individual points in an astrological reading than the four main angles -- the Ascendant, the Descendant, Midheaven and the Imum Coeli. Today we're getting a little technical, looking at how each of these angles is determined and what they mean in a chart. Both budding astrologers and people interested in the theory behind their personal astrological reading should find today's introduction to angles in astrology useful!
The Ascendant
The Ascendant is defined as the angle which was coming up over the Eastern horizon at the exact time of one's birth. It is also known as the Rising sign. Every four minutes, the degree of the Ascendant changes, which is why personal astrological readings need to have an exact time of birth in order to be most useful to you.
The Ascendant is seen to be as important as the Sun Sign. It influences the appearance of a perons, both physically, emotionally and in general personality terms. In many charts, it also represents a person's goals in some form. It is an astrological angle that has a huge impact on personality, and you'll often find comments about it near the start of an astrology reading.
The Midheaven or Medium Coeli
The Midheaven is determined as the cusp of the tenth house at the moment you were born. This angle also affects how you present yourself to the world at large, like the Ascendant. It is also strongly associated with career choice.
The Descendant
The descendant is the opposite of the Ascendant - the angle that was descending over the western horizon at the exact time of your birth. The Descendant changes every four minutes also, and is more concerned with your inner or personal life. It also marks the cusp of the seventh house.
As well as going some way towards defining what your inner life looks like, the Descendant shows how you relate to those close to you. Since the seventhhouse is the house of partnerships and marriage, there is plenty of love compatibility information to be found in the Descendant.
The Nadir or Imum Coeli
This point is opposite the midheaven point - the point furthest north in an astrological reading. It is concerned with traditions, shelter, security, protection, and nurturing. It represents your most private activities.


Wednesday, February 10, 2010

Seduction Tips: The Water Signs

Love compatibility is a crazy little thing! If you’re trying to figure someone out (someone of the male persuasion!), it can be a little difficult to start out. People put their best face on, and rarely say what they actually think ... only what they think you want to hear. While having access to a guy's natal chart is obviously the best way to start trying to figure out his personality and influences, it can come off as a bit freaky asking about his birth time and place when you've only been on a couple of dates! Today we check out one of the next best things - a general guide to seducing guys by their zodiac sign.

Seduction tips for Cancerian guys

Cancerian guys are usually quite sensitive and protective - they are very family oriented and quite committed. Help him feel secure, help him through any sort of crisis, and generally be there for a Cancerian, and you should have the keys to his heart! Don’t be afraid to be tender with these guys ... they adore being stroked, having their hands held, and resting your knee against theirs as you are talking or watching a movie.
Seduction tips for Scorpio guys
Scorpio guys are intensely sexual - and in fact, you can usually say that the way to his heart will be through his pants! Scorpios aren't one to take physical intimacy lightly - there must be an emotional connection for them to want and enjoy sex. They feel things intensely - so complete, brutal honesty, about anything that is 'bad' as well as good, is a great way to seduce them.
Seduction tips for Piscean guys
Love astrology says that Piscean guys are almost always looking for their soul mate ... they want someone to share their lives forever, to be there through ups and downs, to save them from themselves, and be saved by them in return. These guys are compassionate and gentle, and very responsive... just make it obvious that you want to seduce him, and his reciprocity mode will kick in!

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Seduction Tips: The Earth Signs

If you want instant insight into a man's personality -- what he'll like and what he won’t like, what will scare him away and what will turn him on, finding out his sun sign is a great place to start! Short of developing a natal chart for every date you go on (although that certainly is the much more predictable method), you can suffice by simply asking his birthday, and following some general tips for seducing men of his zodiac sign. Today we go through some strategies for improving your love and relationship chances with Earth signs.
Seduction tips for Taurean guys
Whoever invented the saying that "The way to a man's heart is through his stomach" must have been married to a Taurus! This is not true for all starsigns (and indeed, depending on the individual birth chart, there is even quite a bit of variance within the sign). If you've got a date with a Taurus, a home-cooked meal will be the best way to win him over. Scent is important to Taureans, so wash yourself impeccably and spritz on some perfume.
Seduction tips for Virgo guys
Virgos are notorious for being neat freaks -- and nowhere is the compulsion more apparent than when it comes to his body, and your body. If you want him to feel excited about touching you, you need to treat yourself like a temple! Makeup isn’t particularly important -- but soap certainly is, when it comes to love compatibility with Virgos. These guys aren't particularly easy to get intimate with -- but if you show that you are willing to work for him, he'll be won over. This might take some time!
Seduction tips for Capricorn guys
Capricorn guys are ambitious leaders ... if you are also an ambitious leader, then the first love compatibility tip for you is to find a different starsign to seduce! Solidity, being willing to stand in the shadows (though don’t think that diminishes your importance to him!), and allowing him a measure of authority are keys to love compatibility with a Capricorn.

Sunday, January 17, 2010

Water Signs in Astrology

In astrology, the zodiac signs are grouped by their element. The elements are air, fire, water and earth. The zodiac signs that are in the water signs group are Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces.

Each sign has its own characteristics and water signs are no different. People who are water signs are very in touch with their emotions and can read others moods quite easily. They are good at knowing when to be warm and loving in a relationship and when to be firm. This sign can also manipulate when it wants to and can suck the life out the people close to them when they are not happy in a relationship. They can also have problems setting personal boundaries. This is one trait that many water signs have to work hard on in their personal relationships.

Cancer leads and initiates action, while Pisces is hard to pin down and is changeable in nature and Scorpio is filled with deep emotions and keeps focus on the task at hand. This makes each one of these zodiac signs unique even though they are all the same element sign.

Those who are born under a water sign come off as shy at first. Once they trust someone, they warm up quickly. Since these signs are so emotional, many of their decisions in relationships can seem irrational because of their unusual decision-making process. They trust in their emotions when they feel they are on stable ground.

Many water signs have a love of the arts. Some only feel at one with the universe when they can express their feelings through painting or music. It is not uncommon to find that many born under a water sign choose jobs as writers, musicians and actors. These types of jobs help them to make sense of their place in the universe. An accurate horoscope can help with learning more about other traits too.

No matter what element sign you were born under, many can benefit in relationships by having a personal horoscope done. This can also help one into finding out more about their love compatibility with a partner. There are many places to find this information, but to have an accurate natal chart done is the best way to find out more details about your zodiac sign.

Saturday, January 16, 2010

Natal Chart and How it Works

Mention the words "natal chart" and many are not sure exactly what it means. A natal chart is a horoscope or sometimes called an astrological chart. This type of chart is based upon the exact time of one's birth and where they were born in the world. These charts help one in understanding their past and their future. Many use this astrological tool in helping one in making important decisions in life. Two of the most popular categories that many have questions about is finances and love when having a natal chart drawn up.

When having a natal chart drawn up by a qualified astrologer, there is certain information that needs to be as accurate as possible. They will not only need your date of birth but the exact time of your birth and the location of your birth in order to have an accurate astrological chart drawn up. This helps when calculating the primary chart angles and making sure the accuracy is as close as possible.

Since the Sun, Moon and planets and primary angles in the sky, they are changing each second. This makes each natal chart very detailed and personalized. For instance, the astrological reading of twins can be different because of their different birth times. Use the time on your birth certificate. Be aware that in some instances the birth time can be rounded off and may not be an totally accurate time. Also take note that the time of the birth is considered useless unless the exact location of the birth is known.

Astrology online can be just as accurate if one would go to see an astrologer in person. Since only basic birth information is needed for drawing up a chart, it is not necessary to see one in person. This makes it very convenient for individuals who have limited time or do not have access to an astrologer in their area.

Knowing basic birth information can make all the difference in having an accurate natal chart done. Let us not forget that having a reputable online astrologer can also make a huge difference in having your horoscope done. No matter is one wants to know about love, money or other details in life, a natal chart can help.


Sunday, January 10, 2010

Quality Astrological Charts

Since the dawn of time, people have been consulting psychics and astrologers to see into the future. Access to many of these services has been somewhat limited depending on where you live. Now with the internet, these questions can be answered by the push of a button. This type of service has helped many into answering many questions about major decisions or happenings in our lives. Having a quality astrological reading done can help people in many ways.

Many of us read the daily horoscope in the local newspaper. These types of horoscopes go by one's astrological sign or birth sign and are very general. It is very hard to get an accurate astrological reading from these. By having a professional astrological chart done, a reading will be much more accurate and specific. As a result of using this type of birth chart, people can help pinpoint upcoming events or help with making decisions in life.

When submitting information to one of the highly trained astrologers, it is important to keep in mind many details. This can be the time of your birth, moon phases, or other important events that were happening when you were born. After all, the more detailed information that is given can result in a more accurate and personalized astrological reading.

One of the most popular forms of astrology is love astrology. Many of us have questions regarding this area of our life. We would all like to have the knowledge of when we are going to meet that special someone. Some of the other information that can be gleaned from having a professional astrological love chart done is which zodiac sign would be a good match with our own. Some birth signs get along better or have more passion then others when matched together. By having this type of information about ones love life can help us to better understand a current one or future relationships with a partner. Also knowing which birth signs to avoid can help many to steer clear of a possible love disaster.

By having an accurate and personalized horoscope done, can help many with all those questions in life. There is a reason why this tool has been around since ancient times. Remember having a good quality astrologer can make all the difference when having your astrological chart done.