Actually, it isn't.  And frankly, that shouldn't even be our goal.  It's much too easy to get caught up in all the minute details and lose sight of the bigger, more significant picture.

When we first begin analyzing charts, we feel compelled to examine each individual Planet's Sign, House, and aspects before proceeding to the next planet, etc.  While this approach may initially be instructive in the early learning process, it almost certainly isn't the most efficient or potentially rewarding method as our knowledge advances. 

Rather, it is important to identify the main themes and tendencies suggested by the chart rather than tediously cataloging innumerable specific details.  Using astrology in this manner reinforces significant core issues such as life purpose and psychological needs that are necessary for individual fulfillment.

If we visualize the Sun, Moon, and Ascendant as the virtual skeletal structure of the Horoscope, additional measurements build layer upon layer of "meat", adding successive depth to our integrated analysis of the individual rather than merely accumulating mounds of seemingly unrelated components.

While keeping the basics in mind, each additional measurement adds nuance -- either reinforcing the core concepts or adding dimensions of diversity.  Then, when we see multiple measurements suggesting the same theme they are given more credence than isolated measurements.

Realistically, we need to develop methods and techniques that allow us to see what is important without obsessing about details.  Most of us would agree that we can never project with certainty specific outcomes for an individual, but rather we can accurately anticipate and formulate expectations within a relatively narrow range.  The end result depends on the person's environment, the quality of his decisions, his timing, and degree of motivation.

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