One of the things that I learned during my astrology courses has been about the ethical responsibilities of an astrologer, especially around the use of birth information and natal chart, as well as what and how you say things in client consultation meetings.

The reason why I want to mention this here is because I saw a post on one of my astrology groups I am a member of, that really challenged me and the way I think about this. And the more I thought about it, the more I wanted to share some thoughts.

One of the rules I try to adhere to is not to look at people’s horoscope without their approval. The reason for this is I have access to a very personal information and it should be up to the person itself to give me approval for looking at it or not. It is here where I see many people post about how they have secretly gotten their new friend/colleague/crush’s birth information, to look at their charts. In most cases that I have seen it is for compatibility analysis. I find this very hard to accept as I would not like someone nosing around in my business without my acceptance.

But then, there is the case of “celebrities and known individuals”. I have been using their information for educational purposes and for general insight into various charts. Now I have a hard time with this as well, but as they are already out in the public, and most often I do not have exact birth time, I find it more acceptable. Knowing the birth time gives you an even more deeper view into person’s persona.

Now I would very much like to hear what your thoughts are on this subject. What is the ethical responsibility of an astrologer in these cases? Should we also refrain from looking at celebrities or can their public status be viewed as acceptance in some way?

Look forward to hear your thoughts.

-Thordis-

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