How to Find Success with the 7 Classical Planets

“Millionaires don't use astrology, billionaires do.” - J.P. Morgan
 
Before telescopes were invented in the early 1600’s by the likes of Galileo and Lippershey, ancient astrologers and astronomers saw only seven planets visible to the naked eyes: The Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn. In the 21st Century with so much more to explore, there’s something to be said for returning to our roots to find certain truths.
 
While Modern Astrology is a great method for adding complex supplemental layers of energies especially in psychological synastry and forecasting, the core meanings of these seven traditional planets resonate when paralleling best-selling self-help book, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey.

Let’s liken these seven habits to the seven visible planets and effectively use these archetypal energies for daily success. Every habit and quoted chapter title coincides with the classical planets for a directed goal of human achievement:

1. “Be Proactive” – be a doer and not just a dreamer; take charge of your destiny with practical and measured actions = MARS
2. “Begin with the End in Mind” – to know your desired destination and result, first determine what you love and genuinely value or want = VENUS
3. “Put First Things First” – be responsible, structured and disciplined while managing the appropriate hierarchical order = SATURN
4. “Think Win-Win” – intelligent thoughtful communications can plan strategic and collaborative relationships so everyone thrives = MERCURY
5. “Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood” – be kind and sympathetic, show empathy, listen with care and seek receptive sensitivity = MOON
6. “Synergize” – enlarge your perspective and strengthen the end result by joining forces with others who add something more = JUPITER
7. “Sharpen the Saw” – include joy and self-renewal to sustain your life and grow stronger to remain your physical, spiritual, and mental best = SUN

The above seven planets form the basis of Classical Astrology, also known as Traditional or Hellenistic Astrology. Two experts and notable books I recommend about this ancient technique are “Hellenistic Astrology: The Study of Fate and Fortune” by Chris Brennan and “Ancient Astrology in Theory and Practice: A Manual of Traditional Techniques, Volume I: Assessing Planetary Condition” by Demetra George, forward by Chris Brennan.

p.s. Let me know how you use these planetary energies for daily success!

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