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One in five Americans would consider planning a pregnancy around what sign they’d like their child to be, according to new research.
Results revealed over half (53%) of respondents believe astrology is “real,” with Tauruses the most likely to trust the power of the stars (63%).
Other signs most likely to believe astrology is real were Geminis (59%) and Aquariuses (58%).
On the other hand, Leos, Capricorns and Scorpios admitted to being the most skeptical about astrology and their horoscopes.
Even then, the average American surveyed checks their horoscope two times a week, with Tauruses leading the pack again.
Forty-two percent said they feel luckier after checking their horoscope, which might be why two in five (44%) respondents said they’re likely to turn to astrology before making a big decision — especially Geminis (52%).
And respondents are most concerned about seeing if their soulmate is written into the stars, as the No. 1 thing they’ve consulted their horoscope about is their love lives (49%).
If people could choose their star sign, the most popular picks would be Scorpio, Aquarius or Taurus.
The average American loves talking about astrology and respondents said it comes up in conversation about twice a week.
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It’s even helped to build friendships: 38% said they’ve become friends with someone after learning they’re the same sign, and the average respondent has used astrology as an icebreaker four different times.
And 43% said they’d be likely to strike up a conversation with someone if who was wearing an astrology-themed item.
source: people.com
