Software, astrological

Probing your psyche and glimpsing the future with astrological software... 

I love the Mac. I think Steve Jobs is a genius. But I ve started to wonder why there s so much great astrological software for the PC and hardly any for the Mac. I also wonder what it would be like if I, you know, fooled around on a PC. Would it be wrong ... 

If you ve decided to invest in astrological software, it s smart to talk to someone who s knowledgeable about both the software you want and the hardware you have. Here are two ways to get trustworthy information ... 

Above all, visit his Web site at www. soulhealing. com. There you can find detailed discussions of astrological software, fascinating articles on many other aspects of astrology, and a stunning collection of recipes J involving chocolate — because man cannot live by stars alone. 

You don t have to make a mistake like mine. By getting your chart on the Internet or by using astrological software — two options 1 discuss in Chapter 2 — you can be confident that the computations are accurate. And it only takes a moment. 

The Moon, which shines by the light of the Sun, is symbolized by the crescent of receptivity (see Figure 8-1). To determine its placement in your horoscope, you need an accurate chart. To get one, I recommend going to the Internet (see Chapter 2 for specific advice). You could also do precise mathematical calculations, call an astrologer, or invest in astrological software. For a description of the Moon in the houses, go to Chapter 12. 

Nothing in the astrological world is more fun than being able to cast accurate charts for anyone at a moment s notice. Astrological do-it-yourself software is endlessly diverting. It enables you to calculate natal charts, compare charts, determine how the planets may affect you in the future, and, in short, entertain yourself for hours. Software isn t cheap, but if you decide it s worth the expense, the following sections give you a few recommendations. 

The software options for PC are beyond tempting and too numerous to do justice to here. 1 asked astrologer Hank Friedman, a software guru and frequent software reviewer for The Mountain Astrologer magazine, to make a few suggestions. His recommendations include — but were not limited to — the following ... 

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