Comment on A simple experiment to demonstrate that Astrology does not work is to keep a detailed journal of events, and periodically check past horoscopes for accuracy.*

• Arkouda@lemmy.ca ⁨2⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago

  Very Lemmy to complain about how Reddit Lemmy is.

  If it doesn’t happen with astrology, it’ll happen with something else. This is a people problem.

  Yes. Which is why it is important to spread real information so people don’t end up making an avoidable mistake.

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  • Leg@sh.itjust.works ⁨2⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago

    I don’t disagree. However, anyone who thinks it predicts the future? They won’t be swayed by people who say “nuh uh”. People have been saying that forever. Anyone who thinks to prove it isn’t predictive either already know, or are susceptible to confirmation bias. I’m just calling it what it is: a procedurally generated advice column. Take what resonates, leave what doesn’t. If it affects your mental health, take a step back. It’s not that serious.

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    • Arkouda@lemmy.ca ⁨2⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago

      The more people who can be exposed to the scientific method to question their beliefs the better. You don’t know other people like you think you do and the vast majority have the capacity to listen and learn.

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      • Leg@sh.itjust.works ⁨2⁩ ⁨days⁩ ago

        I sincerely hope you’re right. I’m American, so I don’t have that kind of faith in humanity lately. By all means though, spread the word.

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