What are the 12 houses in astrology?

The 12 houses in astrology represent different areas of life. The 1st house rules self and identity, 2nd house rules money and values, 3rd house rules communication, 4th house rules home and family, 5th house rules creativity and romance, 6th house rules health and work, 7th house rules partnerships, 8th house rules transformation, 9th house rules philosophy and travel, 10th house rules career, 11th house rules friendships and goals, and 12th house rules spirituality and the subconscious.