Thursday, December 25, 2008

Why astrology works: psychological perspective

Astrology is one of the few esoteric sciences which can explain properly the concept of " frame of mind "

For people new to astrology; here is a quick review:

  • There are 12 signs in zodiac each corresponding to a month as per gregorian calender
  • Your Ascendant sign indicates how other people perceive you
  • Your Moon sign indicates what you feel i.e your emotions
  • Your Sun sign indicates the inner you, your core values, your beliefs

Astrologers approach their subjects with some assumptions. For example, a Leo would act in a particular way different from Cancer, Scorpio, Sagittarius etc.

Those assumptions define their frame of mind


As we believe that certain people will act in a way defined by us; they will appear to us, the way we defined them. If any behavior of the subject in experiment; matches our belief, it will further strengthen our belief (like a positive feedback)


To people who take astrology very seriously, I would suggest them to avoid it when defining relationships or major issues in their lives. You are taking a very big risk when you are placing your firm belief in astrology

1 comment:

Traveller said...

Frame of mind is a very interesting concept.

Here is an experiment: "Approach any stranger, assume that you see your old best friend in him / her".

The final result will be you will be talking comfortable to him / her like you had known them for ages.

(Source: How to talk to anyone 92 little tricks for big success in relationships)