'That's So Pisces Of You': How Does Gen Z View Horoscope Culture?

Many young people find astrology comforting, for some, it's a fun way to connect with others through memes and zodiac insights, while others simply find it ‘cringe’. Let's look at what Gen Z has to say. SheThePeople reached out to Gen Z to understand their opinions on horoscope culture and its impact on their lives. Let's look at what Gen Z has to say. 

Horoscope And The Dependency Pattern

Stuti, a college goer, who reads her horoscope about three times a week, was introduced to astrology by a friend. She acknowledges that horoscopes can subconsciously influence her day. "Even if the day was going well if the horoscope said there'd be something bad, the mind subconsciously seeks it," she explains. 

Over time, she found that relying too heavily on horoscopes was pre-conditioning her mind for unlikely events. “... at a point, it would pre-condition my brain for events that were not very likely to occur and I found a dependency pattern," she adds.

Sankalp, who was introduced to horoscopes via social media, rarely checks them now. He recalls a time when horoscopes influenced his daily behaviour, making him seek situations that matched the predictions. "I noticed that considering what was written, I would look for a similar situation throughout the day," he says. However, his perspective has changed over time. "Now, I view it as a fun activity but don't take it seriously," Sankalp shares.

The Astrologers' Influence

Mukund reads horoscopes rarely, usually when friends share memes. Introduced to astrology through memes and newspaper sections, he doesn't believe horoscopes influence his daily decisions. He says, “I have worn a ring with a particular type of stone because my mom pressured me to do so. Apparently, an astrologer had told her that this would help me in my studies and in my becoming successful.”

“I remember an astrologer telling me that I trust people too easily when I was in 7th grade and that entire year I could just not believe what my friends were saying," he recalls. Despite this, he doesn't consult horoscopes for important decisions and views them as a fun activity rather than a serious guide.

The Lucky Colour Theory

Ria reads her horoscope three times a week, more for fun than serious belief. She discovered horoscopes through newspaper comics and doesn't let them influence her behaviour. "If they say 'this is your lucky colour,' I might incorporate it into my outfit, but that's rare," she notes. 

Maahika was an avid horoscope reader during quarantine but has since stopped. Introduced by friends, she rarely lets horoscopes dictate her decisions. "I've become more practical since realizing many times horoscopes are fear-mongering," she says. Despite occasionally seeing predictions come true, she maintains a sceptical view, treating horoscopes as a fun concept rather than a serious guide. 

She adds, “ lot of times these predictions do not come from good intent, which is why i have completely stopped letting people determine what coloured underwear would be lucky for me on said day..”

Is It Because You’re A Pisces, Or Are You Running From Accountability?

Tanya enjoys zodiac memes and playful predictions with her friends, using phrases like "That is so Pisces of you." She finds it amusing but doesn't understand why some people let horoscopes define them.

 "I don't know much about why this concept emerged and why people choose to strongly believe in it and allow their horoscope to define them. Maybe it's just a source of reassurance for them. I know some people who blame their actions on their horoscope or zodiac instead of taking accountability. Nothing serious...  but I just find it cringe. xD," she comments.

While some young people find comfort and direction in astrology, others view it with scepticism, using it more for entertainment. Despite these differences, it's clear that horoscope culture continues to be a fascinating and influential part of many young lives.