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Why, do you expect there is zero overlap between folks with an interest in science and those with an interest in spirituality?


If by spirituality you mean newspaper horoscopes... I mean I’d like to think so, but you’re probably right.

Science (or even just common sense) CAN show that horoscopes are bullshit though.


Astrology can be useful to a scientist. Not as a source of truth, but as a convenient tool for introspection.

If your sign says you're hotheaded, for instance, it doesn't actually tell you anything about yourself. But you can take it as a thought starter that helps you reflect on your temper or lack thereof, and how that relates to the people around you.


Fair enough I guess, that just seems... like a convoluted way of going about it.


There's a reason why personality style quizzes are so popular online - people are always trying to figure out aspects of their identity!


Yes, astrology is spirituality. Its popularity has increased as participation in organized religion has fallen. Coincidence?




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