Swati is the star of "Self-Going." Its symbol is a young plant swaying in the wind, or a piece of coral. The presiding deity is Vayu, the God of Wind. Vayu is free, powerful, invisible, and pervasive. He cannot be contained or chained. The mythology of Vayu highlights his immense strength (he is the father of Hanuman and Bhima, the strongest warriors), but also his gentleness (the breeze). Swati natives embody this duality. They can be soft and charming on the outside (Libra), but they possess an inner strength and resilience that is surprising. The "swaying" motion of the plant signifies adaptability. Swati natives are masters of adjustment. They bend but do not break. They are the diplomats, the traders, and the negotiators. However, it also signifies a lack of grounding. They can be indecisive, blowing wherever the wind takes them. Swati is also associated with the "Saraswati" energy—learning, music, and flow. It is the star of the intellect and communication. Rahu, the planetary ruler, adds an element of ambition and foreign connection. Swati natives often succeed away from their birthplace (carried by the wind). There is a myth that when a raindrop falls into a Swati oyster during the Swati Nakshatra, it becomes a pearl. This connects Swati to the transformative power of timing and receptivity. They wait for the right moment to catch the "divine drop" of inspiration.