Most beginners jump to predictions too early. Start with chart structure first.
Start with the ascendant
The ascendant sets the chart layout and the lens for every interpretation.
Houses before predictions
Understand what each house governs in your life before reading transits.
Planetary strengths
A strong planet behaves differently from a weak one even in the same house.
Practical interpretation
Translate each observation into a real-life action or decision area.