Editing House (astrology) (section)

===First House (House of Self)===
Aries {''Vita'' || Life} - The First House governs self-identity, physical appearance, and the persona—the outward expression of one's inner world. Liz Greene views this house as representing the mask we wear to navigate external life while concealing deeper psychological realities.{{sfnp|Greene|1987}} Deborah Houlding emphasizes its traditional role as the foundation of vitality and character, where the ascendant sign influences temperament and health.{{sfnp|Houlding|2006}} Dane Rudhyar describes it as the emergence of consciousness, symbolizing the individual's first interaction with the external world.{{sfnp|Rudhyar|1972}} Stephen Arroyo sees it as the lens through which we approach life's challenges, reflecting our initial reactions and self-image.{{sfnp|Arroyo|1989}}
'''Keywords: physical appearance, identity and characteristics, resourcefulness, outlook and impressions, ego/personality, goals, determination, beginnings and initiatives.'''