Tuesday 18 August 2009

How Useful is Astrology?

Astrology is a useful tool helping us to see the cycles of our lives and often bringing a greater understanding of the different phases we are going through. Launching a project during a phase where there is conflict, restriction, heavy responsibilities and possible disputation is surely going to mean the venture will be difficult to get off the ground. It may well succeed but there will be many hurdles to get through before the path is smooth ahead.

Whereas launching something new during a phase in life when circumstances might seem to conspire ‘for’ and not ‘against’ us is more likely to bring successful results more quickly.
Astrology helps people with their timing or at least gives them a chance to prepare for the challenges that may lie ahead. Astrology, tarot and any other form of divination should not however be used to make choices for us. Life experiences cannot and should not be avoided by retreating into any kind of belief system.

Horoscopes will show strengths and weaknesses, areas to work on, new possibilities ahead. An astrological analysis will help a person recognise their innate talents and understand themselves better. Compatibility between charts will help two people in a relationship to understand each other better. Astrology might help people weather the storms they are going through in their lives and give hope of what might lie on the other side.

Decisions should always be left to the individual and how will they know they’ve made the best choice until they’ve experienced the consequences of their actions? Astrological advice may or may not make some choices easier but at least it can help people understand what they are going through, what’s ending and what may be about to begin.

Friday 14 August 2009

Astrology and Psychology

Astrology in many ways can be likened to psychology. Both these ‘ologies’ have many different branches and contain a number of schools of thought. Within psychology there is Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Cinical Psychology and Social Psychology to name but a few. Within astrology there is Natal Astrology, Mundane Astrology, Electional Astrology, Medical Astrology etc.

Some practitioners in astrology and psychology will prefer to take a scientific approach, others veer more towards spiritual and holistic concepts. Carl Jung, for instance incorporates symbolism, archetypes and the idea of the Universal Subconscious in his psychological theories.

For many astrologers, predicting events is not the most important side of their subject. Astrology can be used to help people understand themselves better, especially in times of stress and tension. Depending on the nature of the planets affecting a person's chart at a particular moment in time, the astrological counsellor can help determine the most appropriate ways of easing tension, dealing with difficult situations and utilising positive influences. Modern thinking tends to place emphasis on astrology for self-knowledge, rather than telling the future.

Saturday 1 August 2009

Aries Rat Personality Profile - Sun Sign and Moon Sign Combined

A brief analysis of Aries people born in the years 1924/36/48/60/72/84/96
combining Western and Chinese astrology.

People born between the 21st March and 20th April in the above years are Aries Rats when combining sun signs with moon signs.

Aries is a Fire sign and the Rat is ruled by the Water element, making this personality a mix of Fire and Water.

Aries is an impulsive and lively sign. They charge their way through life often without thinking about the consequences, loving a challenge, seeking adventure. Rats are immensely charming. They have likeable natures and are popular among their peers.

The Aries side of their personality will help keep the more reserved Rat side, confident and sure of themselves. This person will be happy, generally optimistic and sociable in nature.

The Rat has a sensitive side, cherishing their loved-ones, enjoying their friendships and appreciating family relationships. Aries too is an outgoing sign and Arians enjoy their friendships but can sometimes get a little self-centred when working towards a certain goal. Arians might tend to forget other people have needs too although they would never deliberately hurt.

The Rat side of the Arian personality will help weave a deeper sense of empathy; this person will show concern of others and is more likely too, to have a close circle of friends.

The Aries/Rat will enjoy a good gossip and in this respect, they might tend to say things without thinking, the impulsive Aries side rushing in before the Rat side has a chance to censor. They might also be a little critical of others, interfering in places where not always they are welcome.

In business the Aries/Rat is likely to make a success of whatever they choose to do. Aries strives to be the first and is incredibly ambitions. The Rat too wants to achieve. Both Aries and Rat can over extend themselves and in this respect may fail to finish what they start. Perseverance is something which must be consciously developed in order for this person to truly achieve.

As a lover, the Aries/Rat will be exciting and adventurous with a hearty sexual appetite. They will be imaginative and romantic but there could be a degree of self-indulgence in their desire to please their partner. It might sometimes seem as if they put their self first and will actively seek to support their mate in their interests, if it suits them!

The Aries/Rat will have confidence galore; they will jump at new opportunities and will want to make the best of themselves. They will be quite clever at getting information from other people and will have few misgivings about acting on what they have learned.
Vivacious, energetic and courageous, the Aries/Rat is likely to live an interesting and varied lifestyle