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Topic: Astrology and the Outside World
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LeapofFaith
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posted March 21, 2006 03:44 PM
 
Hi, I was wondering about something: First of all, this site is great to talk about anything and everything astrology. Also, many people here seem to have a natural interest/ability or are just plain curious about it and are interested in furthering their knowledge on the subject...also to have fun!  However, I know from personal experiences that this is not one of the easiest subjects to talk about with just anyone, and that even includes sometimes close friends and loved ones. I don't know why I've been able to explore it and understand it for so long, but my study of it has always been fascinating, explorative and insightful. It allows me in a unique way to get to know the true colors of myself and others. But because I understand and embrace it and not a lot of other people do, how do I go about telling people about this subject? And I don't just mean the kind in the newspapers either. There are those out there who will say, "I don't believe in that stuff," and that's fine because everyone's entitled to their opinion, but I feel that it just makes it harder for me to talk about astrology with reactions like that. What have all of your personal experiences been like regarding this matter? What do you think might be the best thing to do--to just talk about it on a site like this and not bring it up to other people? To bring it up, but only with time and patience? Etc... Thanks. IP: Logged |
pixelpixie
Newflake Posts: 8
From: ON Canada
Registered: Apr 2009
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posted March 21, 2006 07:33 PM
Everything in moderation.
I find myself talking about it way too much sometimes.. I am aware that it overtakes my psyche.. ( It becomes a part of my thought cycle, in understanding people)
Or if someone mentions something that sounds similar to a transit that I know is happening, I will relate it.
I don't always.. some people know my predisposition toward it and want to hear more.. others can't be bothered, and thats fine.. I am too aware of it to do it too much, or if I do, I will make a little self depreciating funny comment to say "I am aware I talk far too much about it." I don't think it is at the point where people roll their eyes.. I am far too aware of social factors ( Cappy Moon/Libra Mercury)
to make too many faux pas.In certain company, people welcome it.. in other company, well.. obviously it would be like bringing up anything that gets you nowhere/socially inappropriate.
I brought it up the other day, and actually got into a discussion about Astrology with someone who knew what they were talking about! It was awesome! So don't be afraid to bring it up in order to 'check the temperature' of your companion.
Moderation.
I tend to be aware that I can get obsessed about things, so will purposely avoid that subject and focus on something else. IP: Logged |
Yang
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posted March 22, 2006 03:49 PM
When I talk about astrology and people are either not interested, or feel umcomfortable by it, I drop it. I don't push my views on it, onto other people.
But, if someone mentions it, and is interested, I will talk about it.IP: Logged |
jkxx
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posted March 22, 2006 04:33 PM
That's true, certain people will welcome it but most won't.I'm wary of talking about astrology because practically no one believes in it (friends, gf, family) or there are a few that do but they keep on saying how my being "negative and depressed" is somehow caused by astrology. So it really depends on the people, although to be safe you'd better study them for a while and see if there's even a slight chance of them buying into astrology. IP: Logged | |
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