A guide to types of astrology: which one is better to choose for yourself?

20 March is World Astrology Day. The date was chosen by Western scholars in 1993 and is timed to coincide with the beginning of the astrological year when the Moon entered Aries. Fun fact: When the spring equinox day arrives in the Northern Hemisphere, autumn is celebrated in the Southern Hemisphere.

Astrology is also the oldest of the esoteric disciplines. People have long wanted to know how celestial bodies affect events on Earth, so for thousands of years astrology has been closely associated with astronomy. At that time, the same people were engaged in horoscopes and the study of planets and stars.

In the past years, astrology has gained recognition and great popularity. Many today do not dare to change without a stellar will, and this is not just the uncertainty of a modern person in a rapidly changing world. Astrology is really gaining momentum and horoscope has become an integral part of human life (we publish a weekly horoscope for all zodiac signs on the The Fashion Vibes website). But here’s the trick: there are several different types of astrology within the direction. And in this article, we will explain three main topics.

western astrology

The most popular astrology school, often called the classic. It is based on the teaching from ancient Babylon that a person can control and influence their destiny.

Initially, Western astrology focused on making predictions that explained the influence of the planets on events in human life and history. This direction is now geared towards solving personality problems and helping one control one’s own destiny with a horoscope. Based on the person’s birth chart (according to the exact date of birth), the astrologer can:

• determine your compatibility with people whose date of birth is known;
• give a forecast for important future events;
• identify your strengths and weaknesses;
• the most suitable field of professional activity, place of residence, etc. to determine.

vedic astrology

This is the traditional astrology of India, which originated more than three thousand years ago. It is based on scriptures (Vedas). The leading aspect of research is karma and its effect on a person.

The peculiarity of the genre lies in the teaching that everything is karma and that people come back from a past life to resolve it. Accordingly, everything we receive is the result of actions of a past life. Constellations that predetermine life are studied here and personality psychology is not taken into account. The concept of “personality” is often absent, as it is believed that a person cannot change karma.

With the help of a Vedic Astrologer, you can:

• get a forecast of successful opportunities and a hint of their use;
• to develop self-awareness and spiritual development;
• prevent the formation of negative karma;
• be exempt from prosecution for previously committed crimes;
• getting support from higher powers.

chinese astrology

This school is based on 12 animal symbols and the five elements: fire, earth, water, wood and metal. Animal signs are an important aspect of Chinese astrology and are not based on star positions and birth dates as they are in Western astrology. Legend has it that 12 animals (rat, bull, tiger, rabbit, dragon, snake, horse, goat, monkey, rooster, dog, pig) visited Buddha and dedicated each year to them as a sign of gratitude. The years were distributed in the order of arrival of the animals. The basis of the Chinese calendar is the rotation of the moon.

The interpretation of the Chinese sign is as similar as possible to the Western sign, and we can draw conclusions based on this:

• about the characteristics of a person’s personality;
• about psycho-emotional compatibility with other people;
• about suitable fields of activity and the best moment for new beginnings.

Whichever astrologer you go to, it should be an experienced specialist. Only a professional can fully describe your habits, tastes, hobbies, environment and possible changes in life.

Remember that the choice is still yours. Planets indicate future events, but you have the right not to realize them. A good astrologer will show you the cause of what happened and the steps to take to remedy the situation, but all his words will be purely advisory.