Unlocking Cosmic Insights: The Ancient Art of Astrology for Personal and Spiritual Growth. A basic Introduction
What Is Astrology? "Astrology is the study of the connection between celestial activity and earthly events," said April Elliott Kent, my mentor and author of The Essential Guide to Practical Astrology: Everything from Zodiac Signs to Prediction, Made Easy and Entertaining . "Those who practice astrology are called astrologers." Earthly events include career, relationship, and wellness insights in your weekly or monthly horoscope — which explain how the planets' current movements are affecting you based on where the planets were when you were born. Pros also use astrology to explain (or even predict) current events, social trends, and financial markets. We can also take an in-depth look at your personality or your compatibility with others based on your personal astrology — aka your birth chart. What the Planets Mean Each celestial body in our solar system serves a purpose in astrology. In your personal astrology (more on that in a moment), each planet or lumina...