What actually is Astrology!

Posted on 10/11/2014 I by: Priya Sharma

Astrology is, put simply, the study of the correlation between the astronomical positions of the planets and events on earth. Astrologers believe that the positions of the Sun, Moon, and planets at the time of a person's birth have a direct influence on that person's character. These positions are thought to affect a person's destiny, although many Astrologers feel that free will plays a large role in any individual's life.

People use Astrology in many different ways from investing in the stock market, to making business decisions, to analyzing political situations and social movements. The applications of Astrology are almost endless.

Six of the most common Astrology aspects are, conjunctions, sextiles, squares, trines, quincunxes and oppositions. Some planetary aspects are harmonious and favorable, while others are stressful and unfavorable.

The 'houses' of your birth chart help to pinpoint a planet and a zodiac sign's specific influence over your life. The houses are based on your exact time of birth, and each of the 12 houses of Astrology relate to a different part of your life, from your relationships to your communication style to your connection with spirituality.

Astrologers use these aspects to predict the energy and events in everything from your daily horoscope to massive shifts in the world.