Astrologers specialize in the art of pattern identification. Most of us are attuned to transits and planetary cycles in real time, but what about the cycles embedded within the solar return chart? The solar return chart conceals an abundance of patterns which can illuminate finer details in our year-ahead forecasts. Today, we will focus on the solar return ascendant pattern, which provides an abundance of layers to assist you in preparing annual forecasts for yourself, your loved ones and your clients.

This 75-minute presentation was originally recorded at the 2026 Northwest Astrological Conference (NORWAC) on 5/23/2026. Special thanks to Laura Nalbandian, her family and staff for facilitating such a stellar experience for astrologers to gather, as well as their gracious permissions to share.

The ascendant is an enormously important aspect of solar return interpretation. With several chart examples, this webinar details:

·       The significance of the solar return ascendant

·       Planets in the solar return ascendant

·       The role of the natal ascendant

·       Ascendant patterns in the solar return

·       “Core house pairings”