Chapter 1: Astrologers in the Time of Crisis

Where have all the astrologers gone? Have they truly vanished from existence?

As the world grappled with a pandemic marked by illness, death, unemployment, and widespread anxiety, the allure of horoscopes and fortune-telling seemed to fade. The crisis exposed the fragility of pseudoscientific predictions, rendering them nearly obsolete.

While I may have a personal bias, it’s clear that my social media feeds are devoid of astrological content. Yet, I can’t deny that many still look to their horoscopes daily. This reliance on astrological forecasts is a habit—one that can be difficult to break.

In light of this, it’s crucial to recognize that those who once found validity in horoscopes now find themselves at a loss for words. If astrologers are to argue their case, they must confront the glaring question: why were they unable to foresee the pandemic that would affect everyone, regardless of their astrological sign? The silence from horoscopes was deafening.

—"My horoscope warns of impending doom." —"Mine too! And a friend of mine got the same prediction."

These kinds of discussions should have been rampant prior to the pandemic. Instead, we witnessed no such foresight from astrologers. There was no cosmic warning to alert us to the looming crisis.

In stark contrast, the scientific community issued multiple warnings: “A significant pandemic is on the horizon.” We encountered these alerts across articles, research papers, documentaries, and podcasts. Some individuals were already preparing for this eventuality.

If we chose to ignore those warnings, that's a different matter altogether.

Astrologers assert that they can predict human affairs and earthly events by analyzing the movements and positions of celestial bodies. They claim that the stars reflect our earthly experiences. However, many astrologers may now argue that horoscopes are not designed to predict global events, but rather personal experiences such as moods and emotions.

While it’s true that everyone is experiencing changes in their personal circumstances due to the pandemic, the scale of this transformation is so vast that any discipline claiming to predict the future should have taken note.

Reflecting on the concept of “the Force” from the Star Wars saga, when a planet faced destruction, those sensitive to the Force felt a disturbance, regardless of their distance from the event. This notion resonates logically; while one may not subscribe to the idea of the Force, it operates on a coherent premise.

So, where were the astrologers during this upheaval? Did mediums and fortune-tellers remain oblivious to the significant changes in the world around them? What about figures like Nostradamus? Did he not leave behind prophecies that could have pointed to such a monumental event?

I can only hope that the silence from astrologers signifies a collective return to science. However, I realize that this may be an unrealistic expectation. Believers will continue to hold their convictions, regardless of the evidence presented.

Chapter 2: The Role of Science in Crisis Response

In this engaging video, Neil deGrasse Tyson and Aliza Kelly debate astrology’s credibility and its implications in today's world.

This eye-opening video features an ex-astrologer discussing the risks and dangers associated with astrology, shedding light on why some have chosen to step away from the practice.