In the West, there are a lot of common myths about astrology. Astrology has become a fun thing to do in the United States, and most people don't take it seriously. Still, there is a lot of truth and usefulness in astrology. Here are the three most common misunderstandings about astrology and what the truth is behind them.
One of the most common misunderstandings about astrology is that horoscopes don't work because astrology isn't true.
The Truth: Horoscopes are a form of entertainment based on a small part of how astrology is actually studied. Horoscopes are made based on the standard sun signs and their traits, as well as the effects that planetary movements and alignments have on them. Since not all people with the same sun sign have the same astrological chart, horoscopes are usually only right for one or two people.
Real astrology predictions are made by combining personal astrological information with the effects of modern astrology. These in-depth astrology readings are very hard and complicated, and they can't be made for a large number of people in a reliable way. So, horoscopes serve as a foundation for fun and what else can happen depending on the sun's signal.
Common Misconception Number Two: Astrology is an old practice that has nothing to do with reality, just like Greek and Roman stories about Hercules and gods and goddesses.
The Truth: Astrology has been used since the time before the ancients. Astrology was used by the Egyptians, the Incans, and the Aztecs, which was shown by maps of the stars and other evidence. Also, China and India have known about astrology for a long time and have used its predictions in their daily lives for a very long time.
Even now, most people know that astrology played a big role in the Christian story of how Jesus Christ was born. The three smart guys didn't use a real star to figure out what was going to happen and where it would happen in the state of Judah. Instead, they used astrological signs. With this new information, it's getting harder for people to say that astrology is just a bunch of myths and stories.
Misconception number three about astrology: real astrology isn't always used in the US.
The Truth: Most of the astrology done in the United States is just for fun, like horoscopes. Even so, there are still real astrologers in the United States. Even though most astrologers think there aren't that many of them and they may be hard to find, there are a lot of them out there.
In the United States, the best places to find real astrologers are in places where diversity hasn't pushed out the New Age people. True astrologers and New Agers can be seen in small groups at large city facilities and at events that are sometimes called "enlightenment galas." There are also New Age and occult book stores and other shops where you can find real astrology experts. You could also find real astrologers at pagan fairs and psychic galas that happen all over the United States at different times of the year.