People often think that horoscopes only tell you about your sun sign and what will happen to you each day, but astrology goes far deeper than that. There are sophisticated principles behind the shiny zodiac memes that ancient astrologers used to plan out your future in great detail. Here are five little-known facts about horoscopes that could influence how you look at the stars:
Upagrahas – The Invisible Influencers
Vedic astrology also recognized Upagrahas, which are shadowy, mathematical points like Gulika and Mandi. These are not planets. These aren't heavenly bodies, but they are considered to have bad karmic energy and can mean sickness, accidents, or mental health problems. They don't show up very often in common horoscopes, but they are utilized a lot in more in-depth prediction work.
Your Horoscope Resets Every Year: The Varshphal Kundali
Do you realize that you get a new horoscope every year on your birthday? The Varshphal or Annual Solar Return Chart is made when the Sun is in the same place it was when you were born. This chart tells you about the changes, health issues, opportunities, and problems that will happen in the next year. It's not simply a general prediction; it's like a personal forecast that varies every year.
The Outer Planets: Uranus, Neptune & Pluto Shape Generations
Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto move slowly and affect the collective psyche, but traditional astrology doesn't pay much attention to them. Uranus brings about revolutions, Neptune oversees dreams and illusions, and Pluto rules change. They don't control your daily moods, but their long-term influence can lead to changes in culture and spiritual growth, especially if they hit important places in your birth chart.
Your Life Runs on Two Clocks: Dasha and Gochar (Planetary Transits)
Your horoscope isn't only about where the planets are today; it's also about which planet is in charge of your life right now. The Dasha system in Vedic astrology shows you your personal chronology and tells you which planet is affecting your present life phase. Gochar, or planetary transits, also shows how the movements of the planets today affect your birth chart. Dasha sets the theme, and Gochar sets the tone. You need both your inner time and the outer cosmic weather to make accurate predictions.
It's Not Just Your Sun Sign – Your Ascendant and Moon Matter More
Your daily horoscope might not be right because it only looks at your Sun sign. Your Rising sign (Ascendant) and Moon sign are just as important, if not more so. The Rising sign shows how other people see you, while the Moon shows how you feel. You need to look at all three the Sun, the Moon, and the Rising to really know yourself.
From A to Z, Each Letter of Your Name Echoes a Planet's Energy
Your name is more than simply a label; it has energy. Astrology and numerology say that each letter of your name corresponds to a certain planetary vibration that affects your personality, your fate, and even when important events in your life happen.
The initial letter sets the tone, and the other letters contribute to it. Astrologers often suggest changing your name or writing it a certain way so that it matches the good energies of the planets. Even small modifications can impact the frequency of your life in big yet subtle ways.
This article is written by, Sidhharrth S Kumaar, Registered Pharmacist, Astro Numerologist, Life & Relationship Coach, Vaastu Expert, IKS Expert, I Ching Expert, Energy Healer, Music Therapist, and Founder, NumroVani
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