Astrologer’s Code of Honor: What to Talk About – Deep Sky Astrology School

“1. Introduction

Questions of ethics and the proper approach to the work of an astrologer are acute in the professional community. Encounters with unpleasant events, self-fulfilling predictions, and establishing counseling goals all require careful consideration and an informed approach.

2. The Astrologer’s Code

А. Basic principles of the code
Astrologers must adhere to certain ethical principles when working with clients. First of all, one should not talk about things that may negatively affect the emotional state of the client, if they are not asked as part of the consultation.

Б. What can be said and what cannot be said
The profession of astrology requires caution in the choice of words. For example, if an unpleasant event like divorce arises, it should be discussed very delicately and only if it fits into the goals of the consultation. The astrologer should be more inclined to remain silent on matters that do not relate to the topic of the meeting, and speak only on the merits.

3. Self-fulfilling predictions

А. Myths about self-fulfilling predictions
There is an opinion that predictions of astrologers often come true by themselves. However, practice shows that this is not always the case. Many astrologers have a good reputation, but this does not mean that their predictions are always accurate.

Б. Reality and practice
Self-fulfilling predictions are not a ubiquitous phenomenon. Although the word sparrow flies away, not every word spoken becomes reality. It is important to realize that not everything an astrologer says will necessarily come true.

4. ethics of communication with the client

А. Establishing the goals of the consultation
When entering a counseling session, the astrologer works with the client to establish spcific goals. The astrologer should ask the client questions to find out what is most important and key to the client. For example, what is more important is to find out if there will be a move or if there will be a health issue.

Б. Limit discussion to only targeted issues
Communication should stay within the agreed upon topics. For example, if the client wants to find out about the possibility of moving, the astrologer should not touch on other possibly frightening topics, such as illness or other negative events, unless it is within the objectives.

5. Examples of the astrologer’s work

А. Approach to unpleasant events
When it comes to predicting unpleasant events such as divorce, the astrologer must approach it very carefully. It requires time and delicacy in explanation so as not to cause additional stress to the client.

Б. The need for silence on non-targeted issues
The astrologer should focus on the objectives agreed upon with the client and refrain from discussing those issues that have not been explicitly agreed upon. This helps avoid unnecessary agitation and allows you to focus on what is important. For example, if the goal is to find out the possibility of having a child in the coming years, other issues should be put aside.

Thus, adhering to the code and ethical principles of communicating with clients makes the astrologer’s work more effective and focused on achieving specific, agreed-upon goals.”

“6. Tips for astrologers

А. How to formulate predictions

Astrologers are advised to think carefully about how to phrase their predictions. It is important to speak only to the point and try to avoid phrases that may cause undue anxiety or negative emotions in the client. For example, if the astrologer sees a possible divorce in the horoscope, the approach to conveying this information should be very delicate. It is important to phrase it in a way that does not harm the client’s psyche or create a self-fulfilling prophecy in the client. It is best to leave discussion of such serious matters until a clear goal of counseling has been achieved and other aspects have been clarified.

Б. The importance of agreeing on goals with the client

One of the key recommendations for astrologers is the need to carefully agree on goals with the client before the consultation begins. This helps to limit the discussion to only those issues that are really important to the client and to avoid unnecessary fears or worries. The astrologer identifies several goals for the consultation and asks the client which one is key. This keeps the focus on the specific objective, and anything outside the scope of that objective can be ignored. For example, if the client wants to know if they will have a child in the next couple of years, the entire focus of the counseling session should be directed toward that question, leaving other potential topics aside.

7. Recommendations for using a horoscope

Astrologers are strongly advised not to use horoscopes without a clear purpose. Exploring off-target issues can lead to the discovery of negative predictions that may never have materialized, creating unnecessary fear and stress for the client. As the principle says, “never go to a horoscope for nothing.” It can be compared to going to the gym: if the goal is to correct posture, then all exercises should be geared towards that. Using various exercise machines without understanding their necessity and usefulness can lead to the opposite effect. In the same way, in astrology it is important to stick to clearly agreed objectives and goals.”