People become interested in astrology for many reasons, but often to peer beyond the veil to learn something secret, different, almost divine. Sometimes that is to find love compatibility (how many times have you looked up a crush’s sign in hopes that it’ll say that you’re a match made in Heaven?) or to see why your life might be tearing at the seams (the planets aren’t out to mess up your vibe just because it’s fun, I promise). Other times it’s to plan ahead, such as when the next Mercury retrograde is coming (a collective groan is always heard), or when is a good time to start looking for a whole new job and escape that awful boss. Ultimately, though, astrology is a tool for planning and forecasting by looking at the key elements at play in the sky. That is why we lay intentions at very specific times, particularly New Moons.