For those of you who are not familiar with astrology, this is a brief  simplified (not technical) explanation of what astrology is, what it can and cannot do for you:

Astrology is a symbolic language, and an astrologer is an interpreter of this language.

In that sense it is a tool that provides meaning about the relationship between time and energy patterns, by studying the cycles of planets and other celestial bodies and how they correlate with terrestrial events and human behaviour. Thus symbolism can be interpreted and applied in many different levels: Cosmic, Spiritual, Psychological, Practical, Physical, Mundane.

Western astrologers use the Tropical Zodiac which is based on the seasons, and Vedic astrologers use the Sidereal Zodiac which is based on the Fixed Stars. Astrology uses many different complex techniques for the purpose of analysis and synthesis of information. This information is interpreted in the form of case studies and research or for the purpose of conducting a private consultation. Astrology has many different specialised branches. It’s usefulness cannot be appreciated without context or content of life, and thus based on the principle of interconnectedness.

In my practice I see astrology as a guiding tool for self-improvement and wellbeing. Astrology is a body of knowledge (perhaps the oldest one that exists) which can take one to the core of a matter much faster than any other tool. Once you understand the cyclical and repetitive patterns of planetary energies, you can use them effectively to navigate the currents of life, with greater clarity, sense of orientation and preparedness.

Astrology could be compared to a compass; it can give you direction and guidance, it can show you where you are, and assist you in finding where you want to go. It can also provide you with an understanding of how to handle energy patterns to better enhance your life decisions, use optimum timing for initiating action or indicate where to look for support in any area of life in times of weakness or crisis. It can be your guide in your developmental journey of self-growth.

Astrology cannot make decisions for you, or predict prosperity and growth in your future irrespective of your intention, personal effort and willingness to contribute to it. It can assist you in establishing a more secure footing and bring awareness and direction of focus on the areas that you need to work on, fine tune or make adjustments in order to manage your life and relationship with yourself in a more balanced way. Astrology can show which areas of life are going to be most active, at a current period in time, and which areas of life are going to be affected. In this respect it is the language that speaks of change.

© Eleni Kostika 2016