Astrology (from Greek: ἄστρον (astron), "star", and λόγος (logos), "theory", "study": lit. study of the stars) is a group of systems, traditions, and beliefs in which knowledge of the apparent relative positions of celestial bodies and related details is held to be useful in understanding, interpreting, and organizing information about personality, human affairs, and other terrestrial matters. A practitioner of astrology is called an astrologer, or, rarely, an astrologist. Numerous traditions and applications employing astrological concepts have arisen since its earliest recorded beginnings in the 3rd millennium BC. It has played a role in the shaping of culture, early astronomy, and other disciplines throughout history.

Astrology is often defined as the study of the influences of the cosmos on life on earth. Modern astrologers define astrology as a symbolic language, an art form, and a form of divination. Despite differences of definitions, a common assumption of astrology is the use of celestial placements in order to explain past and present events and predict the future. The scientific community considers astrology a pseudoscience or superstition as no scientific evidence has been found to support its claims. Belief in astrology remains widespread, with 31% of Americans believing in it and according to another study 39% considering it scientific.

Horoscopes often give individuals clarity about their current situations. Astrological readings can also be used as a tool for guidance. So, if you are finding it difficult to figure out why certain events are taking place in your life, or you are feeling uncertain about events that may take place in the future, you can simply read your daily and annual horoscopes in order to gain clarity about your current circumstances.