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I am not saying that astrology is completely useless. On several occasions, my mother has provided counsel based on what she’s concluded from astrology, and most of the time, it’s a comfort. Much like I wouldn’t trash someone else’s devotion to a religious practice, I don’t trash folks who subscribe to astrology. People spend their lives studying it, and I must give credit where it’s due.
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But my days of helplessly checking my horoscope and letting things happen to me are over. Now I feel a renewed sense of confidence in my ability to create my reality. Although I admit, when researching this article, I felt a twinge of “OMG that’s me!” when I read several ‘scopes. Old habits die hard, but my new habits are serving me well.
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Over the past year, I started listening to podcasts that denounce astrology (and religion, but that’s for another time) and preach stoicism. I met someone who believes knowledge and reason are more powerful than faith. Suddenly I was discussing productivity and potential instead of “what lay ahead for water signs” and “how fire signs were really in for it this year.”
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I began to learn that I would not find answers in my horoscope, but in concrete action. I began to understand the power of routine and maintaining a healthy diet. Self-improvement books like Unf*ck Yourself, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck, and The Dip have given me the direction and determination to act and learn now rather than later.
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I stopped blaming the stars for my mistakes and started taking ownership. I didn’t think less of myself when I stumbled; instead, I said something like, “I did this action. In this context. Now, I learn and move on.” Since then, I have been immensely mindful of consequence, and I’ve also had a heightened awareness of the lessons I’ve learned.
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I’ve experienced a tremendous amount of growth since quitting horoscopes. Instead of interpreting my horoscope every morning, I wake up early, go for a run, meditate, and cook a healthy breakfast. I complement my habits by reading a nonfiction book on a topic I’m passionate about or listening to a podcast like Waking Up With Sam Harris. I also started listening to audiobooks that improve my ability to understand the power of intent and reason. Whereas I used to invest my energy in something I did not understand, I now focus on what I can comprehend and control.
