It could be the best of days. It could be the worst of days. What gives with the unpredictability? Whether you are one of the millions of people who believe in the stars alignment or not, astrology reading has been around way longer than you think. To be more accurately defined, astrology consists of the predictions into the human world based on the alignment of planets, stars, the sun and the moon. This concept dates back to the early millennia and was credited to people of a scholarly type. Today, we sometimes shrug off the idea that the events of our individual lives are already mapped out and based upon the months we are born.
The idea of horoscope is a western-based belief that the movements of masses in space and divisions within the sky are based on signs of the zodiac. Every month is considered to have different qualities associated to it. While at one point in history astrology held a captivating audience, it is now more so illuminated by parts of popular culture. What was once something so sacred to early civilizations such as the Mayans is now sitting in booklet forms at grocery store check-outs. In an online survey that included 82000 respondents, 38% responded that they do not look to horoscope readings in order to predict their future or find advice for lucky or unlucky days in the month.
It is safe to say that the general population does not live their lives based upon the latest zodiac application on their Iphone, however the qualities given to each month of the year can sometimes be entertaining, whether you believe it or not. Here are the strengths of each sign according to zodiacsignsastrology.com:
Aries: independent, Generous, Optimistic, Enthusiastic, Courageous
Gemini: Energetic, Clever, Imaginative, Witty, Adaptable
Cancer: Loyalty, Dependable, Caring, Adaptable, Responsive
Leo: Confident, Ambitious, Generous, Loyal, Encouraging
Virgo: Analytical, Observant, Helpful, Reliable, Precise
Libra: Diplomatic, Graceful, Peaceful, Idealistic, Hospitable
Scorpio: Loyal, Passionate, Resourceful, Observant, Dynamic
Sagittarius: Independent, Thorough, Adventurous, Wise, Philosophical
Capricorn: Responsible, Patient, Ambitious, Resourceful, Loyal
Aquarius: Witty, Clever, Humanitarian, Inventive, Original
Pisces: Compassionate, Adaptable, Accepting, Devoted, Imaginative
Taurus: Dependable, Peristent, Loyal ,Patient, Generous
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Arizona chapter.