Astrology used as a predictive engine obviously doesn’t work. Anyone using it that way is using it improperly IMO. It’s more like procedurally generated advice. For example, mine says there’s a conflict between old and new, and to embrace change while drawing on past lessons. Super vague, can apply to anyone. But it resonates and gives me something to focus on. That’s really all there is to it. Trying to “prove” it doesn’t work is like trying to “prove” wrestling is fake. That’s not the point, man.
It is advertised as such, so I hope you can forgive those using it improperly after being mislead by those pushing the practice.
It is at best a placebo and at worst a life destroying belief. Self reflection and keeping long term journals is far better for what you use Astrology for than Astrology.
Leg@sh.itjust.works 2 days ago
Have any cases of life-destroying choices that can be attributed to astrology?
Arkouda@lemmy.ca 2 days ago
You are free to search “Astrology ruined my life” and comb through the information yourself and then come back to me if you need examples.
Leg@sh.itjust.works 1 day ago
Very reddit to get downvoted for asking a question. But yeah, I saw what I expected. People using astrology improperly, becoming obsessed, and finding consequences. If it doesn’t happen with astrology, it’ll happen with something else. This is a people problem.
Arkouda@lemmy.ca 1 day ago
Very Lemmy to complain about how Reddit Lemmy is.
Yes. Which is why it is important to spread real information so people don’t end up making an avoidable mistake.
DreamAccountant@lemmy.world 2 days ago
Leg@sh.itjust.works 1 day ago
What crawled up your ass and died? Are you an asshole in purpose, or does it just come naturally?