ep. 23 The Difference Between Astrology & Personality Type

Isn't personality type just astrology for business people? Let's talk about the difference between astrology and type. There's a good chance you've heard this one before. A lot of people like to compare personality type and astrology, but as someone interested in both I can tell you: the two are very different. A lot of psychologists interested in type want to stay away from comparing type to astrology, understandably so. From a scientific perspective, there is actual research (including some neuroscience) that can improve the existence of 16 type patterns. Because type is harder to measure than other aspects of psychology, it is considered fuzzy. Comparing it to something even fuzzier (like astrology, which is nearly 100% rejected by science) is not a great way to get people to believe that there is validity to the theory of personality types. A lot of astrologers are skeptical of personality type because they see it as too corporate, or they perceive it to lack nuance. They believe that their natal chart can already describe what personality type is getting at, but better. This is not the case, as Jungian personality type offers a more specific look at your cognitive wiring and your psyche's tendencies. Type is more grounded in something you can observe and use regarding how you operate. Astrology on the other hand, is much more than just personality or your mental functions. Your natal chart expands to cover other people in your life, situations you might face, karma, destiny, and other highly conceptual topics that are difficult to pin down. It's also worth knowing that psychologist Carl Jung was inspired by astrology when he originally discovered the theory of psychological types. I believe that both of these tools have very different purposes and can aid your self-discovery journey in different ways. It's unfair to dismiss the validity of the theory of psychological type by comparing it to astrology, as the tools are not the same. For those who do believe in astrology, it's also worth knowing that type can offer something that astrology cannot explain. Scientific studies on personality type (database): https://www.capt.org/MILO/ Center for Applications of Psychological Type: https://www.capt.org/ Listen to Psyche Design on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/psyche-design/id1548227570 On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6EkdgUj7DY2EBuM6uxb3q3?si=BJwVdtY_SdGrcNnslzP-QQ Like my content? Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/meghanlevota Want help finding your best fit psychological type? This (free) online personal exploration engine will walk you through the self-discovery process in about 20 minutes: https://app.personalitywizard.com/register?Code=personalitywizard-meghanlevota A bunch of really smart people in the type world came together to make this online self-discovery experience possible, and it's highly recommended by me. View my profile to get an idea of what your report might look like: https://app.personalitywizard.com/profile/IBKFLIafbMIZDZ9 DISCOVER THE UNIQUE MENTAL MATRIX OF YOUR PERSONALITY. Hi, I'm Meghan LeVota — here to help you integrate your mind. I'm interested in cracking the code for how individuals can transform their relationships — with themselves and others — by integrating the psyche. This means illuminating the shadow, healing limiting beliefs, and navigating the collective unconscious. This integration process becomes more manageable when one understands how their psyche functions. That’s where personality type comes in. By growing your conscious awareness of how your mind works, you gain conscious control over life. In other words, you’re getting your Ego on board with enlightenment, rather than forever feeling internal resistance. For my current 1:1 offerings, available courses, and upcoming events: https://www.meghanlevota.com/ Got a fresh idea you wanna share? Do you have a media request? Interested in collaborating on a project? Contact me: https://www.meghanlevota.com/contact This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit themeghmuse.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit psychedesign.substack.com