Ever wonder why one in three Americans is dipping their toes into astrology, tarot, or fortune telling? Well, it seems like we're on a cosmic quest for clarity in this chaotic world! But hold on—here’s the kicker: one in ten folks are actually using these mystical practices to make major life decisions. That’s some serious trust in a stranger with a crystal ball, right? I mean, who knew that the stars could be our life coaches? Join me as I explore why these ancient arts still captivate us and whether we're really reaching for clarity, permission, or just a little control amid the noise of life. Let's dive into this cosmic conversation and figure out what’s really going on with our fascination for the mystical!

Takeaways:

• Astrology and tarot have become popular pastimes, with one in three Americans dabbling in them annually.
• While many see fortune-telling as fun, about 10% rely on it for significant life choices.
• In a chaotic world, people often seek guidance from patterns or signs, like tarot cards.
• The quest for clarity, permission, and control drives our interest in these mystical practices.

Links referenced in this episode:

• jamesabrown.net
• jamesabrown.net
• 585-653-8021

The stars don't know you.

This is commentary from James A.

Brown One in three Americans now dip their toes into astrology, tarot or fortune telling each year.

Most say it's just for fun, and why not?

But what caught my eye is that 1 in 10 of us say we use it to make major life decisions.

That's a lot of trust in a stranger with a crystal, or worse, a content calendar.

Now, I'm not here to mock it.

Life is noisy, certainty is rare, and we all reach for patterns when things feel chaotic.

And that takes many, many forms.

But it's worth asking, what exactly are we reaching for here?

Clarity?

Permission?

Control?

I don't know.

But my guess is that this is just another way to find order in chaos and hope that something out there is looking out for us.

So tell me, do you believe in fortune telling or tarot?

And why do you think these practices still hold power?

Let me know in the comments and check out more@jamesabrown.net or leave me a voicemail.

Brown and as always, be well.