Each person who practices Jyotish, or any form of astrology, has their own way of presenting the information seen in a chart. Prediction plays a role in all systems, some more than others; however prediction is not the most important factor. Rather, the availability of self-knowledge and the awakening of consciousness top the list of benefits according to my bias.
Once people have been introduced to the vast range of control available, through the use of their consciousness the other information, their chart holds, will be considerably more meaningful. Basically consciousness is necessary for a person to benefit from a chart reading. If we cannot see our role, and responsibility, in our lives how can we possibly expect to be active participants? Without conscious participation we are little more than a leaf in a storm going wherever the wind blows us.
Why am I emphasizing consciousness? It is only through conscious decision-making, followed by action, that we can affect the quality of our lives. A birth chart provides a lot of information and to make use of that information we need to be conscious of the ability to make choices. Consider the challenges faced by a person who has drastic mood swings. It is not difficult to imagine the relationship difficulties that would be experienced as a result of the moods. Once such an individual is able to see the pattern of his or her moods they are then able to take charge of their reactions as the energy affecting their energy changes. Becoming aware of different energy levels, coupled with conscious personal choice in behaviour and speech, the quality of a person’s life can improve immensely. How this can be done will be offered in future articles, but first some examples of different energy patterns. The next three blogs focus on recording energy, an example of a very calm, easy going person and one who definitely is not easy going.
