Eros in the 2nd House
“Love is composed of a single soul inhabiting two bodies.”
Aristotle
Disclaimer: This article only serves as subjective guidance for your self-development.
Eros in the 2nd House Natal Chart
1. You See Romance as an Experience
With Eros in the 2nd House, you likely perceive romance as an experience to indulge all five senses. You want to be swept away on an adventure, taste exquisite flavors, hear beautiful music, touch fine fabrics of your lover, and smell enticing fragrances of your mate. You crave multi-sensory enchantment.
Ideally, you want to be courted with activities that engage your senses and make you see, feel, and experience the riches of life. For example, you may yearn for lovers who plan creative outings at art galleries, escapes to watch the moonlight, concerts under the stars, and getaways to exotic locales. You feel most romanced when all your senses are activated and awakened.
Regular dinner and movie dates won’t usually cut it for you. You need to feel continuously intrigued and surprised by ever-changing sensual delights. With you, dates are performances. Your goal is to appreciate life’s richness with someone special. I’ve also found that people with this placement want to be close to nature and in a place of security when it comes to dating.
2. You Want to Feel Pampered and Indulged
With Eros in the 2nd House, you crave pampering experiences that make you feel indulged, luxurious, and pampered. You want a partner who lavishes you with massages, bubble baths, fine wines, and chocolate-covered strawberries. Sensual indulgence is your pleasure and release.
Perhaps being spoiled ROTTEN romantically is your idea of heaven. You want a lover who treats you like royalty in and outside the bedroom. You may desire vacations to exotic locales, nights out in your finest clothes, making love under the full moon, and someone tending to your every need.
You simply flourish when you feel cherished through touch, gifts, and experiences. Knowing your partner relishes indulging you emotionally satisfies your heart’s deepest desires. You feel most loved when held, caressed, and treated like a queen/king.
3. You Express Affection Through Gifts
Since the 2nd House is an earth house, you may often show your love and appreciation through gift-giving. You may enjoy showering romantic partners with thoughtful presents, pampering sessions, and acts of service. Buying little luxuries for your loved ones makes your heart flutter with excitement. You feel cared for when others treat you to nice things too.
You have a knack for choosing meaningful mementos that show how well you know your partner’s tastes. From their favorite candy bar to that handbag they’ve been eyeing, the gifts you select make your loved ones feel truly seen. Give you a reason to shop for someone special and you’re in heaven.
Most likely, your love language is gift receiving/giving and acts of service. These tangible expressions say “I care about you” more than words. You pour your heart into presents, cards, flowers, and even covering checks. Spoiling your partner makes your sweethearts feel adored.
Asteroid Eros in Astrology
In Greek mythology, Eros was believed to be the son of Aphrodite, the goddess of love, and Ares, the god of war. As the god of erotic love, Eros had the power to make people fall in love by shooting an arrow into their hearts. His legend is often associated with romantic tales of couples falling deeply in love at first sight.
According to Asteroid Goddesses, Eros was also known for embodying the masculine sexual force, serving as the generative power that brought the world into creation. He represents the primal desire and vitality that fuels all living beings. With his godly powers, he could ignite the flame of passion within the heart of any living creature.
Astrologically, Eros is considered to be the higher octave of Mars, the god of war. It is said that Eros was able to transform his unconscious, instinctual sexual drive into the refined and transformative power of erotic love. Through his romance with Psyche, he found a path to spiritual illumination.
In the birth chart, Eros’s placement is an indicator of what turns you on, your sexual attraction and preference, as well as what keeps you going—the source of your vital energy and primal desire. This asteroid can give insights into your sexual nature, what you’re attracted to, and how you approach intimacy.
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