Have you ever asked yourself, “What is my rising sign?” Even those who don’t check horoscope dates regularly have a vague understanding of their sun sign, which is the 12 zodiac signs determined by the day you were born. But have you used a rising sign calculator before? Maybe not. Whether you're a seasoned astrology enthusiast or just starting to dip your toes into the cosmic waters, it’s okay if you don’t know your rising sign—that’s why we’re here—but it is something I can almost guarantee you’ll be asked about at some point in your life.
More and more people are catching on to the value of self-reflection through astrology, which means knowing your natal placements (that is, the placement of the planets when you were born like your sun, moon, and rising sign) has been increasingly popular. Things like our relationships, career, and personal growth can be better understood by looking at our charts, and our rising sign offers some of the most powerful information of all. And asking others about their zodiac chart can add valuable insight into your shared relationships and offer a chance to connect more deeply with family members, friends, romantic partners, and coworkers too.
You’ve likely heard before that Capricorns are ambitious, Scorpios are passionate, and Gemini are adaptable—but did you know that these traits can actually be more indicative of their rising sign than their sun sign? Here’s how to find your rising sign. What is your rising sig.