Some people swear by Astrology, and other people say it is one of the biggest hoaxes out there. Which is it? Explore the proof Astrology isn’t just pseudoscience and decide for yourself whether you believe in Astrology or not.
Some people consult their horoscope weekly or even daily, and other people learn as many people’s Zodiac Signs as they can to see if they are a match for a relationship. Other people say Astrology is fake, and it’s absolutely ridiculous to believe in it. Who is right? Join SpiritualBlossom to find out. Find out exactly what Astrology is and why people even believe in it. Find out what proof there is and the arguments against it. Then find out the most important thing, regardless of what other people say- do YOU believe in it? Whether Astrology works might be a hot topic, but only you can decide whether you believe in it or not. Read on to find out if you do.
What’s Astrology?
Astrology is the belief that things in the cosmos influence personalities and events. It’s specifically the stars, Sun, Moon, and planets Astrologers look at for answers. The events Astrology is believed to give answers to range from events in one individual’s life to events that shake the whole world at once. How does it happen? It depends on who you ask. Throughout history, some have said it was used by a divine creator to decide fate. Others say it’s just the positions and movements of the things around the earth that create conditions that influence everything.
Some people believe that Astrology sets some things up, but people have free will. Therefore, we are free to choose our reactions to things, and the heavenly bodies don’t decide anything for us. The Chinese Astrological system is an example of how the Zodiac system decides things. There is a twelve-year cycle, and each year is named after a specific animal like pig, dog, and rooster. 2026 is the Year of the Horse, for example. Year of the Horse is especially favorable for people born in Years of the Horse. People born in the year of the Pig will have unexpected luck as well.
Western Zodiac Astrology can be accessed through casting a Natal Chart. This is done by finding your Sun, Moon, Rising Sign, and what falls within your Twelve Zodiac Houses. Your date of birth, time of birth, and place of birth are used to access this information. The information from all this tells you a lot about your natural tendencies, what you are good and not as good at, and how the celestial bodies influence different aspects of your life. For example, the Sixth House is called the House of Health. It rules your health, but also your work life. Learn more about that House here: The Complete Guide to Sixth House Astrology
Why People Believe in Astrology
People believe in Astrology because they feel they have proof. They see patterns and personalities, or they find themselves in close relationships with people who are all the same Zodiac Signs. They also find themselves chronically annoyed by one particular Zodiac Sign. Some people only focus on Astrology for personality matches, but other people focus on the influence that each Zodiac Sign has on areas of their life. Take the first House, for example, also known as the House of Self. This House creates a lot of our personality. Some people think the Sun Sign dominates that, but our First House is just as important. Sometimes, people behave more like their First House than their Sun Sign.
Nobody just believes in Astrology because someone has told them to. They have seen proof from things like lines of astrocartography. Also known as Locational Astrology, this is a system that uses your Birth Chart to create lines over the earth. These highlight places that are significant for your life. It shows places where you can grow, places that are not so great for you, and other places that are optimal places to visit or live. Another type of proof some people cite is Decans of Zodiac Signs. The Signs are broken down into three subdivisions and within these are specific traits for each Sign’s division. Find out which Decan you are here: What Are Astrology Decans? What They Mean for You
Proof Astrology is Real
In more depth, though, astrology really does explain certain things. It explains personalities, and events. It also explains positive and negative patterns that we fall into that we need to either be proud of or we need to break. Read on to get specifics.
It Explains Personalities
Our personalities are decided in two different ways. First, we have natural tendencies. Secondly, we learn behaviors that are taught to us. We can change those behaviors over time. Astrology points to natural tendencies that we're born with. For example, Virgos have the natural tendency to want to be in charge because they love to work, organize, and direct things. That doesn't automatically mean they are good at those things. It just means that's what they want. Is it possible that a Virgo was born that didn't work for these things? Absolutely. They may have a Moon and Ascendant Sign in the First House like Cancer. They may want to stay behind the scenes and work hard. That doesn't mean they don't act like a Virgo. Virgos can be very loyal but extremely choosy about who they have in their lives, and if they have a Moon or Ascendant Sign in Cancer, that will amplify that.
It Explains Events
Astrology doesn't just show us our personalities. It explains why things are going a certain way. When Mercury is in Retrograde, for example, there can be problems. This can create disruptions in technology, general communication, and travel. This can cause glitches in your technology like cell phones or computers crashing. It can also make it harder to talk to people. It increases the likelihoods of misunderstandings, and that means there might be more arguments. Emails and telephone calls also might not go through. Things like missed flights, flat tires, or getting lost on a trip are more likely during that time. A lot of people will not make any major decisions or purchases during this time and will be very patient with any communication issues that happen. One Zodiac Sign known for communication is Gemini and you can read about them here: Gemini Zodiac Traits and Love Compatibility
It Identifies Patterns
Patterns in your life are more easily explained with Astrology. Did you ever wonder why a lot of Libras seem to be surrounded by people we call underdogs? Did you ever wonder why Libras often try to help people who don't necessarily reciprocate? These are just things that their Zodiac sign tends to do. Don't think that if you're a Libra, you will do this until the day you die. One thing Libras are known for is getting fed up and cutting people off if they feel taken advantage of. If you catch yourself making the same mistakes over and over again in your life, you may be in a toxic pattern from being raised in an abusive situation, or it might be your Zodiac Sign dictating your behavior.
What Critics Say
Some people absolutely do not believe in astrology. They say it's pseudoscience sometimes, while other people say it's an outright sin. Then some people point out the inconsistencies of Astrology, However, those inconsistencies can be explained.
It’s Pseudoscience
Some people say there's just not enough evidence scientifically to prove that Astrology works. They say it can't be proved in a lab. They say that Astrology makes exaggerated claims and that the evidence cannot be reproduced. Some people take it a step further and say that not only is Astrology not provable scientifically, it's used as excuses. Some people will excuse their bad behaviors with their Zodiac Sign. Your Zodiac Sign does not force you to do anything. It gives you a natural tendency, but ultimately, you have the choice to not make a bad decision, even if it's your first reaction to. One Zodiac Sign that believes very strongly in taking responsibility for their actions is Capricorn. And you can read more about them here: Capricorn Zodiac Traits and Love Compatibility
It’s a Sin
Some people believe that a god does not want people to know things that Astrology reveals. There are different reasons for this. In some types of Christianity, it is forbidden to foretell the future. For some people the future is forbidden knowledge, and for others, it is believed that the methods used in Astrology come from a demonic entity and humanity must not touch it. Other people believe that only the divine Creator is allowed to know what tomorrow holds. It's not up to people to find this out until then. They believed that we should put our faith in the deity who we worship and not worry.
There Are Inconsistencies
Some people say they don't believe in Astrology because they don't think they behave like their Sun Sign. Of course they do. However, they also behave the way their parents taught them to, or the way that they learned to in life in other ways. They also act like their Moon Sign, their Rising Sign, and all of their Zodiac Houses. If you base your understanding of your personality on only one of those things, you really won't understand yourself well at all. We are complex individuals influenced by the world around us, not just Astrology.
One problem that people run into when they're learning about Astrology is that they don't know which sources are reliable. If you've always been told by a parent that Aquarians are backstabbers, you might decide you don't believe in Astrology if your best friend happens to be an Aquarius who has never stabbed anybody in the back. We are in the age of the Internet, and anyone can put anything on the Internet that they want. That doesn't mean it's reliable. Always check the information that you get before you decide what you believe, including what people have to say about Astrology. Let's read more about the Aquarius Zodiac sign here: Aquarius Zodiac Traits and Love Compatibility
Another thing people forget is how influential events and other people are on us. Libras, for example, can be very trusting people…until you screw them over. If they've had their heart broken time and again, they can become highly suspicious. So can anybody else. That's just life. People also forget what we're taught at home. A Sagittarian who is raised by two Virgos will be taught how to organize, and follow orders, which is against a Sagittarian's nature. Anyone, no matter what their Zodiac Sign is, can learn a habit if they're exposed to it long enough.
What’s the Use of Astrology?
Some people don't see any value in Astrology because they have figured out things it reveals on their own. There's nothing wrong with that. Other people want to use Astrology as a tool to help them understand themselves, the world around them, and other people a little better. There's nothing wrong with that either. Some people feel they have a use for Astrology and other people don't. The problem comes in when somebody who doesn't see any use in Astrology tries to preach to someone that they have no right to use it.
It doesn't work that way. If you decide that you want to use Astrology, nobody gets to tell you that you can't. Likewise, if you don't want to use Astrology, people don't have a right to badger you into using it. Astrology is not a religion, but it is a practice. No one gets to preach practice. If you decide that you would like to use Astrology to help you understand other people's natural tendencies, you go right ahead. If you don't want to bother with Astrology, that's alright too. Astrology is only as useful to you as you feel it is. One Zodiac sign that won't let anyone dictate to them is Aries, and you can read about their worst habits here: The Dark Side of The Aries Zodiac Sign
Do You Believe in Astrology?
So, we've shared the evidence for Astrology and we've explained how the proof combats what people have to say against it. Don't take our word for it. Do some reading and learn for yourself. Get your date of birth, place of birth, and time of birth down to the minute and use a Natal Chart calculator to find your Sun Sign , Moon Sign , Ascendant Sign, and all Twelve Houses of your chart. Get your astrocartography lines and investigate. You will be surprised what you will find out about yourself. You can cast Birth Charts for people who you know, and learn more about them too. After you finish investigating, then you can decide whether you believe in Astrology. Even if you believe in it, that doesn't mean you have to use it. So do you believe in it, and will you use it? It's up to you.
Astrology has been used for many generations. Some people believe that it helps them to understand themselves, other people, and the world around them. It doesn't take the place of paying attention to what's happening or getting to know someone, but it helps quite a bit. Some people don't believe in Astrology, and other people just don't like it. At the end of the day, we all have to decide for ourselves whether we even believe in it, and if we do, whether we want to use it or not. Just know that if you want to know about Astrology and how to use it, we have multiple articles here and we always will. If you're not into Astrology, we have knowledge about plenty of other things waiting for you. There is proof for Astrology, but if it's not your thing, that's all right.
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About the Author: Lady Saoirse has studied magic and lore for most of her life but started walking her own Magical Path after being spiritually reborn in the desert. Today she is a High Priestess for The Temple of the Goddess, she is a psychic advisor and spiritual counselor, she shares her gifts as a Psychic and Content Writer for Mysticsense and SpiritualBlossom, and she writes for PaganPages.Org emag and Green Egg Magazine.
