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Your Rising Sign Explained: Why Your Ascendant Shapes First Impressions
January 17, 2026 • Oracle Kismet
Dear one, while your Sun sign is who you are and your Moon sign is how you feel, your Rising sign (Ascendant) is how you appear to others.
What is the Rising Sign?
Your Rising sign is the zodiac sign that was ascending on the eastern horizon at your exact moment of birth. It changes every 2 hours, which is why birth time is crucial.
Why It Matters
Your Rising sign determines your physical appearance, first impressions, natural reactions, and how you approach new situations.
Rising Signs at a Glance
Aries Rising: Direct, competitive, energetic first impression.
Libra Rising: Charming, diplomatic, aesthetically pleasing appearance.
Scorpio Rising: Intense, mysterious, magnetic presence.
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