My Experience with Astrology

astrology helped me find direction when I was lost in life. It helped me introspect and recognise my behavioural patterns. It taught me the meaning of spirituality and letting go of the illusion of control. It was my support tool when I was in complete isolation and through it I learnt the meaning of karma, the universe, balance, human nature, suffering, liberation and everything in between.

What I found interesting was that it contains so many concepts that are being used by modern psychologists and therapists. For example, rahu and ketu axis. The principle is about what a person feels missing in life and how they tackle that void through indulgence or coping mechanisms which modern psychology has recognised as childhood-trauma.

Personally I use astrology as a pattern-seeking system where I take the ideas for self-awareness. I found that it can be a great tool for self-therapy and soul's growth when paired with modern psychology and cognitive-behavioural-therapy techniques.

I think it exists in society because it fulfills a fundamental human need that no other science can fulfill. The desire to be seen. For wanting validation for their sufferings, difficulties, pain and struggles. People want to find meaning and reassurance even if it's from a spiritual belief. Science disregards it because it's not logical but humans need more than logic to function properly