ASTROLOGY
Astrology Compatibility in Relationships: Is It Real?
“What’s your zodiac sign?”
This is a popular icebreaker that people use not just when making new friends, but when meeting potential lovers as well.
For others, it’s a fun way to get a general idea of the kind of person they’re talking to, serving as an additional perspective while actually getting to know them.
For some, it’s nothing but a question they throw out to keep the conversation going.
Love is confusing and complicated. So it’s no surprise that people often turn to beings greater than themselves to help them make the right decisions. In this case, it seems people have placed their trust on the stars and the cosmos.
The general consensus is divided.
Astrology has existed since time immemorial. From ancient Chinese noblemen using the eclipse or sunspots as an omen for their emperor, to the Sumarians and Babylonians watching the planets and stars as a means of communicating with their gods, astrology has always played a role in the human consciousness.
But with all its mystic and supposed power, does it really determine the fate of your romantic relationships?
Most people would say no. But a surprisingly large percentage of the population would respond otherwise.
Contrary to popular belief, astrology compatibility is not straightforward. It’s a lot more complicated and includes so many other factors, such as a person’s moon sign or venus sign, or the houses their planets belong to (it’s confusing, I know).
It’s not as simple as “Virgos and Libras don’t go well together.”
So, the question then is: Is it real and reliable?
Here’s what I think.
There is some truth to this pseudo-science. Yes, Scorpio men do seem to possess a certain intensity. Yes, Leo venuses are loud with their affections. And yes, earth signs can struggle finding common ground with water signs.
But there’s no exact science to it. It therefore shouldn’t be used as a be-all, end-all.
Remember that compatibility is more than just your similarities and differences with another person; it’s about daily work, emotional maturity, and compromise.
What about you? Do you believe in astrology compatibility?
There’s nothing inherently wrong with trusting in what the stars say about you and your romantic partner.
Some people even make use of insights from astrologers when considering whether a person is a perfect match for them. And some use it as their personal dating guide.
Oh, you’ve sworn off Cancer stellium women because the past two Cancers you’ve dated only ended up breaking your heart? And astrology says you’re incompatible anyway? Well, more power to you. To each their own.
But remember that people are more than just generalizations and stereotypes imposed by the “heavenly bodies.”
Astrology compatibility can be a lot of harmless fun if you don’t let it become a deciding factor for all your relationships.
Get to know people as human beings first instead of just writing them off based on their zodiac birth chart. You might end up missing out on what could have been a really good connection.
The stars don’t decide your fate in love, you do.
