Yes

by Elizabeth Vaughn

Created on: January 12, 2010

Compatibility between two people in love is always important to consider before committing yourself to a serious relationship.  There are many ways to do this ranging from pure experience to horoscopes.  Though nothing can ever replace actual experience, horoscopes are a great way of measuring compatibility in many instances.

The most important consideration when comparing zodiac compatibilities is that of the source of your information for comparison. Not every horoscope book or website will have the same information, since a lot of zodiac interpretation is based off those people's personal experience as well, or even historical values associated with certain zodiac signs.  It is also important to note that though most are familiar with astrological zodiac signs, the Chinese zodiac is just as informative in different ways.  It is always best to research several different sources of information before solidifying your personal view on the data provided.

Once you have found reputable sources, whether they agree with each other or not, the next step is to breathe.  OK, so maybe astrologically your partner isn't the best mate for you.  What then?  Do you part ways now before it gets sour or do you ignore the information and continue on in the relationship?

Neither one of those is a good idea.  If you base your relationships solely on other people's information, then you will only look back and wonder if those people were correct or if you made a big mistake.  If you ignore it, however, then you may be missing some great hints at possible relationship hurdles and thus steer yourself into a bad situation.  Astrology is not meant to guarantee or condemn a relationship, but rather to give general guidelines about individuals born under specific signs.  None of the information about a Scorpio, for instance, will be completely accurate for every Scorpio in the world.  On the other hand, every Scorpio in the world will have at least one trait apparent from any given zodiac interpretation.  Sometimes that one trait can make a big difference in overall compatibility.

The only option left is to use the astrological data and compare it to your own experience.  First, find out how your partner feels about the zodiac in general.  Sometimes a person can be so against their zodiac because they don't like the person they believe it makes them out to be and so they actually subconsciously work to be the complete opposite.  If your partner tells you they don't believe in the zodiac at all, that's OK.  But if they go on an hour long rant about how it is the bane of all existence, then you'll have your work cut out for you.

Keep in your mind what your zodiac sources have said about your partner's sign, or write it down somewhere.  As you talk to them and go about your daily life, try to watch for those traits or characteristics that might be completely opposite.  When you have either confirmed or denied all the information you found from your sources, you can then piece together the general idea of who your partner is and whether he/she is actually compatible with you in the long run.  Just because the stars say that you and your partner make a terrible couple doesn't mean you shouldn't try your hand at a relationship.  What it does mean is that you might have obstacles in your future to overcome.  But remember, love can overcome all obstacles.  Just be informed of the possible issues and be honest with yourself when considering if those issues are too big for you.  Combined with observational experience, any zodiac interpretation can help you better identify those issues without spending years of your life to do so.

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