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

Silverman (The Missing Element), an astrologer with a master’s in clinical psychology, taps both fields of expertise to inform the argument of this book, that the human experience is for the growth of our souls. She explains that all humans are born with design flaws; astrology allows people to observe difficult life experiences without judgment or blame in order to embrace “soul lessons” versus the negative self-talk (or “gremlins” as Silverman calls them) that most people engage in. Using precepts from esoteric astrology, Silverman posits that in the natal chart the sun sign represents the ego, the rising sign equals the soul, and the Saturn placement explains one’s life lessons. Examining the psychological profile of those placements within the 12 zodiac signs helps readers understand their personality quirks and strengths and unravel difficult life patterns. The book ends with an esoteric discussion on the 13th sign—sorry, no spoilers here.