The Zodiac is a Spectrum of light like this clipart, complex, varied, and beautiful – just like you!

Astrology is one of the most valuable tools for transformation I’ve ever encountered. I was drawn to astrology at a time in my life when great changes were happening at a lightning-quick pace. I felt a lot of internal shame around who I was, and thought there was something wrong with my natural tendencies. In short, I was a psychological and emotional mess. When I researched my natal chart, I discovered that all of these “problems” I had were reflected there – as well as aspects that balanced each area out. I cannot tell you what a relief it was to realize I came here with my desires for a reason, and there was nothing wrong with them. I had a map to the solutions for every problem within my chart – Just as how in life, we have all the solutions to problems within ourselves.

Your astrological chart is as complex as you are, you can research your chart for years and still find new meaning. It is a mirror of you – it is your unique reflection. This is an important thing to remember while researching your chart. Many people make the mistake of looking at their astrological chart as defining them (conforming to chart interpretations by others) instead of realizing their chart is simply reflecting you and it’s up to you how to interpret it. If you keep this in mind, the doors to infinite possibilities reveal themselves to you, and this is how astrology can help you the most. Many people are astounded by the accuracy of their charts when they seriously investigate and go below the typical “sun sign” astrology that the public is familiar with. There’s a reason why Astrology has been around for thousands of years!

Another wonderful realization I also had in learning astrology, was that I was connected to everything, I was connected to the stars – to the universe! It reaffirmed my faith that there is a divine purpose, and enormous potential for joy to be experienced in our lives here on earth. We don’t have to settle for random events, feeling alone, disempowered, and disconnected from life – all we have to do is just get to know ourselves!

Astrology is a valuable tool because it helps you to transform yourself from a victim of circumstance to the master of your own destiny!

Below are links to some valuable astrological resources to help you on your journey:

Astro.com – Considered to be the most accurate site on the ‘net for casting natal charts. Register (it’s free)! To get the most accurate chart, you need to provide your birthdate, location, and time of birth. (The latter is especially important, though you can get a general idea without it) Then click on “free horoscopes” and go to town! You can save your natal chart and use it for your research.

astrology-numerology.com – This is an excellent site for beginners to astrology. It has all the definitions of the signs, planets, houses, angles, and other astrological information. Find out your chart info on astro.com, then bring it here to learn more about it!

With Love,
Rachel K. Cox