Jupiter in the 1st House **************************************************************** The closer Jupiter is to the ascendant, the more you will probably exhibit a boundless optimism. If Jupiter is well-aspected by other planets, you can be a naturally cheerful and good-humored type who likes to travel. This is a fortunate placement for this planet, providing you with quite a lucky streak throughout life. You have an innate aptitude for philosophy and try to find the answers to life's important questions. Whatever you do, you have the ability to inspire, to awaken an interest in life, and to tackle a new task with enthusiasm. It is possible that you are employed in an environment where you can provide inspiration to others. You are always sure of what is the latest hit, familiar with the newest fashions, and know where you should let yourself be seen. You are a friend of nature and love to climb the highest mountain peak to view broader horizons. Hard aspects to Jupiter can indicate how your personality might be limited or restricted. Be careful not to develop too high an opinion of yourself. Sometimes you are so convinced that you have numerous valuable and sensational contributions to make, that you cannot keep any of it to yourself. Overestimating yourself may mean that you also overestimate your potential. You may have wonderful ideas and inspiration, but failure can occur with insufficient discipline and concentration. There is also the danger that you will be influenced by the extravagance of Jupiter and lead the life of a risky adventurer or gambler. Should Jupiter be highly challenged, you could be blindly optimistic and overindulgent.