I Don’t Believe in Astrology: A Therapist’s Guide to the Life-Changing Wisdom of the Stars

Psychotherapist Silverman (The Missing Element) shares in this lucid guide how astrology can help readers embrace their true nature. Framing the 12 astrological signs as “keyholes” through which readers can understand their psychology, she methodically unpacks the unique strengths, weaknesses, challenges, and goals of each sign. For example, she recommends that headstrong Aries should channel their energy into productive causes rather than falling victim to stubbornness. Libras, meanwhile, can harness their creative, idealistic nature to make the world a better place, but should avoid placing unreasonable expectations on friends and partners. Silverman makes logical points about how viewing one’s traits as cosmically determined can help readers to understand them more neutrally (“It’s a relief to know your challenges are happening for a reason, and... that you’re not to blame”), while her therapeutic know-how provides, for the most part, a credible backbone to her astrological musings. (The exception is a short, abstract final chapter on the “thirteenth astrological sign,” which lies beyond the ego and can only be accessed when “you surrender, close your eyes, and listen with your heart.”) Still, advanced astrologers and beginners alike will find value here. (Apr.)