Then of course there is the mass disillusionment that people are struggling with, fueled by current dating culture and social media. “Astrology offers a narrative that describes relationship challenges as cosmic rather than personal, which can be comforting to those who are feeling disillusioned,” says Blumberg. Again, Johnson agrees. “It can be a way for people to validate their experiences,” she says. In this sense, astrology can be used as a coping mechanism. By blaming someone else’s zodiac sign for ghosting you or something not working out, you can convince yourself that it’s out of your hands. There are two problems with this: 1) it prevents you from processing real pain, and 2) it prevents you from taking responsibility for your actions, which is a surefire way to find yourself in the same situation over and over again.
