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Mental health is shaped by many factors, including emotions, experiences, and environment. Astrology offers another perspective, suggesting that planetary movements influence our moods and mental states. While not a replacement for psychology, astrology can be a tool for self-awareness, helping us understand emotional patterns and energy shifts. From Mercury retrograde affecting clarity to the Moon influencing mood swings, celestial bodies may play a role in how we process emotions. This article explores the link between astrology and mental health, offering insights into how planetary energies may shape our well-being.
Astrology is built on the premise that celestial bodies — namely, the Sun, Moon, and planets — influence facets of human personality, emotion, and experience. Possibly, we have a part of each planet inside of us, and this touches in a distinct way every aspect of our mind-set. Here’s a look at what astrologers say:
According to astrology, when the planets pass through the signs, they also produce zodiac and emotional shifts that influence thoughts and behaviors in most people. With mental health and astrological signs being popular subjects of study, many believe documenting these patterns helps forecast whether the peaks and valleys of emotional well-being will be affected.
But what does science say about these astrological claims? These are some of the most popular beliefs and the psychological explanations behind them.
The Moon rules human emotions—one of the most marketable astrological truths. There are also claims of heightened sensitivity, anxiety, and restlessness during a full moon. People say hospitals, police stations, and mental health facilities become more crowded during this time. By comparison, a new moon is seen as a time for introspection, productivity, and setting new intentions.
For many astrologers, tracking cycles of the Moon and emotions can be a means to help people set their self-care cycles by identifying their emotional patterns.
Research indicates lunar cycles have an effect on sleep patterns. A 2013 study in Current Biology showed that, on average, some people sleep worse around the full moon. Other studies have suggested little connection between lunar cycles and human mood or behavior. Confirmation bias might play a role—if a person believes they will be emotional during a full moon, they may subconsciously feel that way.
Mercury rules communication, technology, and decision-making. Astrologers claim that Mercury retrograde — when it moves backward through the sky — makes people experience:
Most people say they feel scatter-brained, stressed, or emotionally overwhelmed during this stage. Some even refuse to sign a contract or make significant decisions, nervous they will lead to complications.
There’s no scientific basis for the notion that Mercury retrograde heightens or diminishes mental clarity or communication. There’s confirmation bias—if people are expecting chaos, they are going to see minor disruptions. Astrology aside, any time (but especially during stressful periods), taking a moment to slow down, double-check plans, and practice mindfulness is always beneficial.
From the ages of 27-30 and 57-60, people experience a life-changing moment of a Saturn return, when Saturn returns to the exact place it was located when we were born, according to astrologers. They claim this stage brings:
These ages are known as critical turning points in life by psychologists. By the age of 30, many people are questioning their careers and general life direction—what might be called the quarter-life crisis. Likewise, the late 50s elicit mid-life reflections.
Where astrology attributes this change to Saturn return life changes, psychology believes it is an inevitable stage of self-examination and evolution.
Neptune rules dreams, illusions, and the subconscious mind. Astrologers say that when Neptune is poorly placed in a birth chart, it can lead to:
Both concepts are far removed from planetary influence, as mental health struggles are usually attributed to genetics, life experience, and brain chemistry. However, this idea that Neptune is influencing us can be useful symbolically, reminding us to be mindful, self-aware, and emotionally grounded.
While astrology is not scientifically proven to have a direct effect on mental health, many find solace in it for:
The concept of astrology and its relationship to mental health is contentious, but in the end, whatever gives you meaning and support in life is valuable. For many, astrology is a tool for self-reflection and emotional understanding. It’s up to you whether you recognize it as an all-powerful force or as an interesting fantasy, but you can always find solace in the appreciation it provides.
In the end, mental health is an incredibly individual experience, and something that works well for one person may not work for another. It is important to venture into unfamiliar territory with an open heart and a mind rooted firmly in the knowledge of science, self-awareness, and professional help when required.
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