The belief in a connection between the movements of celestial bodies and human destiny has been ingrained in various cultures throughout history, reflecting a profound understanding of the interconnectedness of the universe. This is often encapsulated in the aphorism “as above, so below,” which suggests that the macrocosm of the cosmos mirrors the microcosm of human existence. At its core, this belief system posits that the positioning and alignment of planets, stars, and other astrological entities at the moment of one’s birth can influence and reflect individual characteristics, traits, and potential paths in life. It is akin to a cosmic blueprint, a map of one’s inner self, encoded within the movements and configurations of the heavens.
Astrology outs forth that each person’s birth chart, calculated based on the precise positions of planets at the time of their birth, serves as a symbolic representation of their unique qualities, strengths, weaknesses, and life experiences. Through the interpretation of planetary placements, aspects, and houses, astrologers derive insights into an individual’s psyche, behavioral patterns, and potential life trajectory.
Moreover, this belief in planetary influence extends beyond determinism; it’s a dynamic interplay between universal energies and human agency. While the natal chart may indicate predispositions and tendencies, it also suggests opportunities for growth, transformation, and self-realization.
It is necessary at this point to deal with the question, so often asked, as to whether we can, as it is expressed, change our horoscopes. It is, of course, impossible to effect a radical or essential alteration, nor is it proper that we should aim at such a thing. The Soul of every man, I believe, is unique, has a unique purpose, and unique relationship to God. Astrologically speaking an Aries person is always an Aries, a Libran is always a Libra, and so forth. This is assuredly true so far as this life is concerned, and what lies beyond cannot usefully employ our thought or speculation. Our present ask is to perfect our present expression. It is not necessary that the child of Mars should change places with the Jovian; it is desirable that each should express his own horoscope properly. But our science tells us – and this is of vital importance that each horoscope contains in some real sense every planet; and the Martian, while remaining Mars, must not therefore neglect Venus, nor the Venerean avoid the task of developing a true Martian characteristic. Ultimately we must unfold the meanings of all the principles and become genuine lords of the zodiacal wheel. Charles Carter, The Zodiac and the Soul
We might be thinking, “I’m a fire sign! Why should I bother with all this lovey dovey Venus stuff?” Well, this is where the alchemy happens. Sure, we’re ruling life with our fiery energy, but we’ve also got to sprinkle in a bit of that Venusian charm. It’s all about finding balance in life. In a sense, we contribute to shaping our destinies by channeling various energies, which can potentially disrupt the balance of planetary forces. However, we cannot fundamentally alter our destinies.
Nonetheless, there are numerous steps we can take to mitigate these influences, adjust our responses, cultivate awareness, and direct energy positively in order to benefit ourselves. At our core, our inherent traits and how we integrate them play a significant role in shaping our expressions and life trajectories. Managing these aspects effectively can greatly impact how we express ourselves and explore our life paths.
So, can we change our horoscopes? No, not really. I mean, think about it – if we’re born an Aries, we’re going stay an Aries, and same goes for all the other signs. However, this doesn’t mean we can’t evolve and grow within our cosmic blueprint. The real deal here is integration. It’s about becoming the master of our own destiny, tapping into all the planetary energies swirling around in our chart. So we can’t change our basic astrological chart, but we can definitely work with what we’ve got.