Venus in the 1st House *************************************************************** The placement of Venus in this part of your horoscope indicates that you welcome and appreciate with open arms all that life has to offer. You feel quite natural in giving free reign to your sensitivity and appreciation when dealing with other people. You generally find self-reconciliation because you are balanced and adaptable, although there is a danger of being overwhelmed in that you may try to be all things to all people. You want to like others and be liked in return. You must both value and respect yourself if you want to love and understand better those around you. When you recognize your own value, you will be able to recognize the value of others, and if you can accept yourself, you will find it easier to accept other people as they are. If you do not first begin by coming to terms with your own self-worth, you may try to manipulate others into providing you with what you miss in yourself. Those who have Venus in the first house are often physically beautiful or there is something about them that others find attractive. Even if you are not beautiful in the classic sense of the word, your openness and lovable nature make you pleasant and attractive. If there was a tendency towards idleness during your childhood, you may wait for things to come to you. Some may consider this a sign of being spoilt, so try taking the initiative once in a while. Be aware that if you need excessive flattery, you are most probably vain. With a harmonious aspect to Venus, it is possible that you were able to enjoy a good upbringing which has given you self-confidence and an optimistic attitude on life.