Financial Astrology is the real truth of this planet, and yet, the debate over Pluto rages on; Is it a planet, isn’t it a planet, is it a ‘dwarf’ planet, is it smaller than Eris, is it bigger than Eris. OK guys (Astronomers I mean), we know you all want to compare the size of what’s in your pants, but leave the Solar System out of it will ya.
Financial Astrology and Pluto
Financial Astrology makes use of the Dwarf Planet.
It doesn’t really matter who has a bigger package – or what the Astronomers of the world want to call Pluto. None of us like to be labeled. And if you interview 100 women you will find that 90 out of 100 will agree that size isn’t the most important thing. The finances on the other hand, are more important which is where the financial Astrology of Pluto comes into play. Wikipedia has a good definition here. Which is a nice overview of what financial astrology is all about.
In financial Astrology we make use of the planets to predict trends, changes and find opportunities for ourselves. Finacial Astrology can also provide amazing insight into how we share what we have with other people – and why. Astrologically speaking, Pluto is the planet of subconscious “ID” desires as Freud would like to describe it. In true Freudian fashion, Pluto is all about the sex drives as well as the desire for power, control and domination – which often translates into the world of finances and Financial Astrology. Pluto is no lightweight by any measure – and even though he may be light compared to the other objects in our solar system, he packs a pretty good punch.
Pluto is also responsible for our collective unconscious and the drives that effect it as well as the merging of ourselves with others in not just the sex act, but also how we work together to get our needs met. He governs things like stocks, bonds and the use of money as well as shared resources, which is why he is useful in financial astrology. He’s a pretty important player on the stage of life, and right now, with our current financial world woes, I would have to say he’s most definitely making his presence felt. It is probably the movement of Pluto more than any other planet that has had a huge impact on the world finances – thus proving his usefulness in Financial Astrology.
So, when all is said and done, the Pluto in your Astrology Chart doesn’t really care if he’s a planet, a dwarf, an Oort belt object or a pink cupcake with frosting. He just makes sure that you know all about power, passion and the depths of your unconscious mind. He also has a major impact on ALL financial matters (financial astrology), and this current debate about weather or not he exists seems to make a perfect metaphor for what is taking place in the world finances right now, and Financial Astrology gives a good glimpse into how that will play out. So Pluto is useful, no matter how much macho size posturing the Astronomers of the world like to do, which is why he is the first thing I look at when doing a Financial Astrology Reading for a client.


The SUN was worshipped by most ancient cultures as the giver of life. Solar energy is radiant and glowing, it is the archetypal masculine expression. The SUN feeds and nurtures our planet on every level, without it there would be no life at all. The SUN is the center of our solar system and the astrological placement of the SUN is the framework of the personality. When someone says, “I am an Aries,” they are really saying that the SUN was in Aries when they were born. The SUN defers its energy to the ruler of whatever sign a person is born under. In the case of the Aries individual that would be Mars. Because of this the placement of Mars in the Aries Natal Chart, will give greater insight to the expression of the energy of the SUN, which is the ego of the personality. Only one sign is naturally ruled by the SUN, that is Leo. What this means is that Leos radiate strong personalities. They are naturally able to express themselves, and gain followers. The SUN is necessary for survival, similarly Leos must share their abundant energy with others in order to keep social interaction moving. All Leos must deal with the gifts and responsibilities inherent in being the one in the limelight, getting attention. They are easily compared to the ‘king of beasts-the Lion’ which is the Leo symbol. The Leo has charisma, swagger and can easily take center stage. They are often to be found at the center of the party. Usually Leos are affectionate and generous. The down side of Leo is that they can be egotistical, and truly believe that others should pay homage to their ‘Kingliness.’ Depending on the relationship between the SUN and other parts of the Natal Chart the expression of the Leo ego will either be smooth and fun, or over-developed and arrogant. Leos do have a tendency to be opinionated and controlling, at times they can’t help but feel that they know everything, and they rarely resist telling you all about it. In some cases however, the Leo ego is almost completely invisible, and you find a very shy Leo. This would be indicated by more complex elements of the Natal Chart.
So regal, so proud, so intimidating is the LION that it’s hard to imagine that they could ever feel disrespected. Oh yes, his swagger is famous, her reputation precedes her. People fear, admire and mostly stand in stunned awe at the sight of a LEO. I’ll let you in on a secret, even the shy ones strike awe in the hearts of their comrades. That regal bearing, that mane of hair! She must be royalty.