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In our modern world it seems as if natural science is completely incompatible with religion and (to a large extend) philosophy. In spite of some imaginative scientists trying to soften and modify the scientific community’s view of the world as a huge machine, the general impression is that a war between two different world views is taking place. On one hand the scientific view of the world as pure matter without any kind of spirit (and certainly not any kind of divine purpose or interference) and on the other hand the religious or philosophic views where spirit (and in many cases also some kind of divine power) plays an important role in our whole existence.

Why does it have to be like that? Albert Einstein, who is regarded as one of the greatest scientists of all times, said: “Science without religion is lame. Religion without science is blind.” If one of the most esteemed scientists in modern times found it necessary to combine the two subjects then, why does the vast majority of scientists and religious representatives continue their seemingly endless fights?

It is evident that natural science explains a lot about nature and our universe. It is a fact that without science we would not have been able to create our modern civilizations with complex infrastructures enabling us to travel by land, air and sea. We wouldn’t have computers, cell phones and internet. Modern hospitals, institutions and organizations would not exist…

But the fact that natural science has helped us immensely in understanding the nature surrounding us doesn’t necessarily mean that we can find all answers that way. Our consciousness is still a mystery to natural science because it can only be experienced as a first-hand, subjective experience!

On the other hand, most religions are based on very old information that was originally given to people much less educated than the majority of people today. Also, it might very well be distorted by misinterpretations and misunderstandings during centuries. Nevertheless, in spite of all the wisdom contained in these religions it would have been impossible for anybody to explain scientific laws to people at that time. Remember that until a few centuries ago everybody was convinced that the earth was flat and also the center of the universe!

To me, modern philosophy should include knowledge from both natural science and religion. If scientists on one hand and religious people on the other hand are reluctant to change their views (maybe partly because it would force them to change their whole personal identity), philosophers ought to be seeking the truth without prejudice.

I also think that philosophy should include a total world view. In spite of the standpoint of existentialism that the individual has total freedom and responsibility to create his values alone, I find it very important to have a total personal world view.

Without a fundamental and comprehensive world view we are (in spite of the evolutionary principles) lonely beings in a world of chaos, coincidence and injustice.

Astrology is thriving from times immemorial, playing on the hopes and anxiety of mankind to know about tomorrow. Based on the planetory positions and their reported influences of the human beings, this pseudo-science has been taking the mankind for a ride all these years. People practising this weird art, have been claiming that this is a science. The astrologists predict our future and tell us about our past. They practise the art of reading a man’s mind in distress and make predictions that would definitely soothe his anxious feelings. It is a moot point whether their predictions come true. But for the mind that is seeking refuge in small things of comfort, these forecasts and prophecies come as a drink of cold water in a desert.

Astrolgers and astrology have been part and parcel of the ancient kingdoms. Touted as a science , people flocked in large numbers to listen to oracles and soothsayers. The fear of the unknown pushed many people to spend money on consulting these self-styled pundits. In reality , this occult science has no real scientific basis. They do calculate the ephemeral and other astronomic numbers but any resemblance to science stops there. The zodiac is divided into twelve signs, known as Sun Signs. There are specific personal characteristics and traits for persons born under each Zodiac Sign. In India, they have what is known as Moon Signs. These are based on a group of two and a half stars in 12 signs. (There are 27 birth stars). Each star , like the zodiacal sign, attributes special characteristics and traits for persons born under it. Based on the planetory position at birth and the planetory periods of the particular person at present, predictions are made. The predicitons are mostly highly generalised and broad. Seldom specific forecasts are made.

Astronomical science has progressed far from the days of the ancient kingdom. Man has landed on the Moon and has already successfully landed unmanned probes in other planets. Extreme temperature conditions and lack of oxygen make these planets devoid of any signs of life. How these planets can be said to be influencing the day to day lives of the people on earth? Destiny, Astrology all these things belittle the human endeavour and his spirit for adventure. If everything has been decided in advance and if everything could be foretold, then why do mankind still engage in a mad race for material wealth?

Graphology is a branch of a diverse group of sciences of character reading. Since ancient times, man has been intrigued by human variability and uniqueness of the individual. Graphology in particular focuses on interpreting individual’s character and personality traits by analyzing their handwriting.

Using graphology to analyze personality and character is one thing; changing ones behavior by changing handwriting is another – this is referred to as graphotherapy. Graphology is a now becoming a more widely accepted science. As most of you will agree that the human subconscious manifests itself one way or another, art, music etc. Graphology interprets this manifestation, using the most commonly used human subconscious-world interface, handwriting!

Here is my first example, where this can be used. Long final strokes say a lot about individuals. We can use graphology to understand what one is conveying through long strokes? The long final strokes show how cautious one is. Using graphology we know that the writer is inclined to be cautious and careful. This reduces the tendency to be impulsive and minimizes risk in decision making.

Another example where we can use graphology to tap into one’s subconscious. I am sure you have seen this somewhere, a consistent left ward slant. do you know this person? Is this you? Using graphology, we know that writing with a leftward slant is a sign of an introvert. The writer rarely expresses feeling and makes logical unemotionally decisions. Would you have known that if it were not for graphology?

Trusting or not-trusting? Graphology differentiates one from another. Long narrow loops in y’s and g’s. The size of the loop (not the down stroke) reveals the amount of trust and imagination as it relates to people. Graphology tells us that the narrow loop reveals some trust, but these people are selective in who they let in their inner circle.

Who does graphology tell us to be careful of? Using graphology I can tell you that the person with a hot temper is one where the t-bar crossed predominantly on the right of the stem. The more this is to the right the easier it will be to annoy this person. If this is combined with a rightward slant, they will lose temper even quicker.

Graphology and energy level – Finally graphology tells us that the energy level and sexual drive is in the Y’s. Are your Y’s huge? Do your lower loops come back up and touch the baseline? Graphology tells us that the depth of your y and g down stroke is an indicator of your sex drive and your energy level. According to graphology the bigger the “y” the more physically natured you are and the smaller the y, the less energetic you are.

So in summary graphology can be used to determine a complete personality and character profile of any individual. Besides the examples given above graphology can be also be used to determine aggressiveness, analytical thinking, attention to detail, curious, dual personality, emotionally responsive, extravagant, jealous, loyalty, perfectionist, controlling, stubborn nature among others. If the art of graphology is learned efficiently one can use it to their advantage and help them understand their friends, partners and family in-depth.