I was born under a lucky star, or more accurately, constellation. Russians consider Pisces to be the most gentle, kind, good-natured, and all around most quality people. So whenever someone finds out that I am a Pisces (which, surprisingly, happens a lot), they automatically like me. Maybe I should walk around introducing myself as, "Hi, I'm Sasha, and I'm a Pisces." That way I would make a lot of friends...
It seems that the topic of horoscopes has come up in conversation with almost everyone I have I met. And every conversation I have had, has always been a pleasant and informative one because Pisces are rarely criticized - maybe only that they can sometimes be too sensitive. But that isn't nearly as bad of a quality as some of the other signs are thought to embody.
For example, Taurus, you're in trouble because you're considered to be overall bizarre (and not typically in a good way). Moody, strongly rooted in their personal values, difficult to be friends with, close-minded, hot-tempered, dark and mysterious...these are some of the strange aspects Taurus's are thought to have.
Leo's are authoritative, controlling, strong willed, haughty, and overbearing. They wear the pants in the relationship.
But Pisces - looks like there's a general consensus among all Russians - that Pisces are wonderful people. And hey, I'll take it!
An instance in which I truly saw the effect of my Pisces-ness is when I went over to my grandmother's friend's house for a Russian language class. Eleonora and her son greeted me and as per the Russian custom, we sat down for some tea before beginning the lesson. We started talking, getting to know each other, and of course there was some tension in the air, seeing as we hadn't met each other before. I'm not sure exactly what the question was, but I answered in a way that revealed the recent passing of my birthday. And that's when the veil of discomfort was lifted forever: "Ah! So you're a Pisces then! What a wonderful sign," said Eleonora. From then on, she has been very partial towards me and calls my grandmother to check up on me very often.
I'm not sure where I stand in my beliefs about horoscopes - whether they are true or not. I think that every horoscope description hits on so many different topics in different manners, that anyone can read any horoscope (be it theirs or not) and can find something that is relatable.
I also think that in cultures where horoscopes are highly regarded and followed, those preset judgments influence the development and behavior of individuals in such a way that morphs them into the embodiment of the characteristics of their horoscope. Makes sense, if you think about it, that if a child is born as a Pisces and his "Piscean" qualities are emphasized, those are the characteristics that will become more prominent. Having constantly being told that "you're crying because you're a Pisces and you're naturally sensitive", the child will turn into that sensitive person that was always remarked about at an early age.
However, I don't like to believe that those horoscopes that have many negative attributes at their core are true. To take Taurus's for example, I have many friends who were born within the time frame of April 20th - May 20th, who are absolutely remarkable and quality people. I, personally, don't see those overbearing qualities in them. But then again, that may be the Pisces in me talking... ;)
Overall, zodiac signs are very fun and interesting, however if I could give any advice, I would suggest not to focus too much on them. Don't allow some predetermined beliefs, which may or may not be true in real life, influence the way you treat a person or what you think about them. First and foremost, a person is a human being and then everything else follows. Use horoscopes for entertainment, interesting information, and fun. Who knows, maybe the next Taurus you meet and disregard based on his/her horoscope could have been your next best friend. Don't miss that chance by ignorantly judging before getting to know them.
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