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Sashar
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posted April 11, 2012 03:24 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Sashar     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
If Astrology became main stream and widely accepted by the scientific community, what is the worst that could happen?

Some of the most influential and helpful things created or discovered by people also have some of the most negative down sides and possible side effects.

I'm curious as to what you can see happening in this hypothetical world where Astrology is not only accepted but used almost solely for mal intent.

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posted April 11, 2012 03:28 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for ariesdragon     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
It all depends on how the next generation is raised http://youtu.be/IYzlVDlE72w
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posted April 11, 2012 03:36 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for RunAroundScreaming     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
lol i love this ....been thinkin about this for a while..will respond later

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Sashar
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posted April 11, 2012 03:41 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Sashar     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
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Originally posted by RunAroundScreaming:
lol i love this ....been thinkin about this for a while..will respond later

Wanted to add my own thoughts, but don't want to taint anyone's ideas yet. I'm SERIOUSLY interested and excited in where you go with this. =D

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posted April 11, 2012 03:51 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Capriquarius     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
People will still continue to argue over which astrology to use, what orbs are allowable, etc

Stock market trends will amplify.

Religion was a driving force behind technological developments throughout history. In an attempt to attain astrological data and precision, more funds will be invested into astrology with the aim of monetary gain and in the process someone will accidentally discover the cure to cancer and birth defects. Yay. And then the investors will somehow find a way to charge the populace for this knowledge that should be freely accessible to all. Double freakin yay.

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Sashar
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posted April 11, 2012 09:01 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Sashar     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
In this horrible world, where Astrology is used as a weapon...

First and foremost would be stereotyping people. I mean really, give a person a way to stereotype and feel superior to other people and they'll take it. (Which is of course completely missing the point).

I can see a caste system in place upon birth, people born with certain aspects being raised specifically for certain types of jobs. Ever watch Gattaca? Like that, only not with genetic engineering.

The most destructive force I could see is the people who learn just enough to be dangerous but not enough to actually know what they're talking about.

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posted April 11, 2012 09:05 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Capriquarius     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
^ a caste system didn't arise from the Human Genome Project.

Astrology was accepted as fact in ancient India but it's not what the caste system was based on.

People want to fill their pockets in order to feel superior.

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posted April 11, 2012 09:19 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Sashar     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
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Originally posted by Capriquarius:
^ a caste system didn't arise from the Human Genome Project.

Astrology was accepted as fact in ancient India but it's not what the caste system was based on.

People want to fill their pockets in order to feel superior.


XD I'm just imagining a worst case scenario. Not necessarily things that are likely to happen, but rather just something really bad that could happen using Astrology as the tool.

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inthemisosoup
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posted April 11, 2012 11:10 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for inthemisosoup     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
People would/could use their chart/transits as justification for bad decisions. It would only amplify the trend in the world right now (at least where I live) that no one is responsible for their own actions and everyone is a helpless victim. Except with astrology everyone would be "a helpless victim of karma." Gross.

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posted April 12, 2012 09:39 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Desiring Shadows     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Lol. A lot of manipulation/scandals. Nobody would be themselves, they would be the traits they liked most; now that they have knowledge of them all. They would probably choose better partners and treat it like a religion.

I would actually very much like to see this happen. Lol


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posted April 12, 2012 09:57 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Aquacheeka     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
I think this sort of widespread acceptance of astrology could be dangerous, very dangerous. The potential for misuse is astronomical. People will use signs to stratify people - think "The Hunger Games" but real.

District 12 - Pisceans

District 1 - Ariens (no pun intended )


Arranged marriage based on synastry (note: this is a common practise in India right now).

I'd almost prefer it as it is, with us quietly learning from each other in order to avoid judgment or the stigma.

I should add that I think all of the above is typical of human nature. Try as I might, I have had hesitance when meeting people of certain sun signs - and I should know better! I'm no newb! What about the whole chart? What about the potential to channel even the most challenging aspect or trait in a positive direction? Energy is potential; you can do with it what you want.

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posted April 12, 2012 10:00 AM     Click Here to See the Profile for Aquacheeka     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
Great question, by the way.

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posted April 12, 2012 12:17 PM     Click Here to See the Profile for Capriquarius     Edit/Delete Message   Reply w/Quote
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Arranged marriage based on synastry (note: this is a common practise in India right now).

Is arranged marriage better when not based on synastry?

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