I have a Sagittarius sun at one degree and Venus in the eighth house. The first decan of Sagittarius — that is, the expression of the sun sign for those born within the first 10 days of Sagittarius season — is characterized by an inclination toward playing in the shadows. But at the same time, the adventure-seeking, optimistic openness and curiosity of Sagittarius flavor your deepest yearnings, very understandably creating a tension with your hurt inner brooder who’s maybe seen a bit too much (understatement) to open your heart up as easily as you do your mind.