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While astrology has become quite popular in recent years, it has always been pseudoscience that many people have used throughout history in order to understand themselves as well as to predict what could potentially occur in their lives. In fact, there are a number of popular individuals that utilize astrology for personal and professional guidance. The following is an exploration of the various individuals throughout history that have utilized astrology as a support mechanism in their lives.
When Leaders Consult the Stars
While it may seem impractical to some, there have been many world leaders who have consulted astrology throughout history. From president to princesses, even the leaders of the world understand the importance of the influence of the stars.
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Nancy Regan– This first lady openly utilized astrologers, and her husband Ronald Reagan even had an astrologer on staff in which they consulted for a variety of personal and professional decisions. In fact, Ronald Reagan is believed to have used astrology to make a number of important decisions throughout his career as president of the United States of America. Likewise, it is believed that an astrologer warned Nancy Reagan of the possible assassination of Ronald Raegan with the astrologer citing the negative transiting energies of that day as a concern for the former president.
Princess Diana– Across the pond in England, Princess Diana is believed to have used astrology to deal with her relationship woes concerning Prince Charles. Through her astrological consultation with the world-renowned astrologer Penny Thorton, Princess Diana received compatibility and synastry relationship readings for herself and Prince Charles which provided deeper insight into what Princess Diana was dealing with in her marriage.
The Stars that Love the Stars
Yes, even the rich and famous stars reach for astrology when they want clarification and understanding about themselves and others. There are numerous famous individuals who seek out the guidance of the planets for personal and professional advancement.
Shirley MacLaine-For this renowned actress, astrology is just one of the many pseudosciences that interest MacLaine. She is known to indulge in a variety of different topics from UFOs to New Age teachings.
Madonna-The Queen of Pop and the material girl herself is a follower of astrology. Madonna’s interest in astrology dates all the way back to the 90s when she did an interview sharing the sign placement of her sun, moon, and rising. As a fiery Leo with a Virgo Moon and Aquarius Rising, it appears that Madonna’s natal zodiac signature suits her tremendously.
Brilliant Minds & the Zodiac
Even the most brilliant minds throughout history understand the importance of the impact of the planetary bodies on the human experience. Some of the greatest scientists and great thinkers throughout history have looked at the stars to obtain information that helped them understand others as well as themselves in a better light.
Albert Einstein-Some people would probably be pretty shocked to find out that Albert Einstein was a dedicated follower of astrology…until you find out that he is a Pisces. As a Pisces, Einstein understands that there is more to the world than what we see. It’s not too far of a stretch to understand that the man that created the theory of relativity also believes in the power and influence of the planetary bodies on the human psyche.
Carl Jung-As the founder of analytical psychology, it may seem that Carl Jung is the last individual that would be interested in astrology. However, Jung understood the influence of the planetary bodies on humans just as he understood the influence of the subconscious on the conscious mind. Jung is credited for notating the alignment of a woman’s menstrual cycle with the rhythms of the moon with the term synchronicity.
It is amazing to see the role that astrology has played in the lives of numerous people throughout history. It is obvious that whether you are a world leader or a pop star, the influence of the planets is prevalent and of interest to all.
