FAQ vault
Thirty datapoints for the astro curious
More than the usual three-line responses. Bookmark this page whenever you need a clear, modern answer.
You asked for real explanations, not vague platitudes. We collected the thirty questions we hear most and answered them with the same clarity we bring to the curriculum. Think of this page as your quick-reference briefing.
Getting started
Do I need my exact birth time?
Exact times give the most precise rising sign and house layout. If you don’t have it, use a noon chart and note that sensitive topics like the Moon, houses, and lots will stay in "approximate" mode until you confirm the time.
How accurate is a birth time from family memory?
Memory-based times are usually rounded to the nearest hour. Use them as a starting point, then track life events to rectify. When a major transit lines up with a different house than expected, adjust the birth time in small increments.
Can I learn astrology without memorizing everything?
Yes. Learn the elemental logic first (fire, earth, air, water). Once you understand why a sign behaves a certain way, you can infer the rest on the fly instead of memorizing disconnected keywords.
What’s the best way to study these lessons?
Pick one chart—yours or a friend’s—and apply every new concept to it. Repetition inside a single chart imprints faster than jumping between dozens of examples.
How long should I spend on each module?
Think in weeks instead of days. Spend at least seven days with each topic so you can watch how the transits of that week express themselves in real time.
Will Luvsa release audio or video?
Yes. The curriculum you’re reading is the written storyboard for guided audio classes and live salon sessions arriving later this year.
Inside the app
Will these lessons be integrated with my birth chart?
Inside the app, each lesson links directly to your placements. For example, when you study houses, you’ll see your personal planets overlaid on their rooms with tailored prompts.
Can I download lessons for offline reading?
Yes. Every lesson includes an offline PDF and a minimalist printable worksheet so you can annotate away from screens.
Is there community support?
We host monthly cohort calls where you can bring chart questions, compare transits, and workshop interpretations in small breakout rooms.
Do you use AI to write forecasts?
No. AI helps with ephemeris math and formatting, but every interpretation is written and edited by humans trained in traditional and modern techniques.
Can I share lessons with clients?
Yes—each article includes a "client mode" share link that strips pricing and app CTAs so you can offer it as a resource after a session.
How often is the curriculum updated?
We review every module twice a year to fold in new research, historical translations, and user requests. Changelog notes live inside each lesson.
Astrology basics
Why do transits sometimes feel off?
Transits activate natal promises. If a transit isn’t touching a planet, it stays subtle. Also check timing techniques like annual profections—if the profected ruler isn’t involved, the transit may feel background.
What’s the difference between Sun sign and rising sign forecasts?
Sun sign forecasts speak to your general vitality. Rising sign forecasts align transits to the correct houses, making them more precise. Read both, but prioritize the rising sign for logistical planning.
How do I choose a house system?
Use whole sign to understand overarching themes, then layer a quadrant system like Placidus when you need to locate real-world details. Treat it like switching camera lenses.
Are cusps real?
Planets are always in exactly one sign. If a planet is near a boundary, it may resonate with the next sign's themes, but technically it lives in whichever sign it occupies by degree.
Do retrogrades always spell disaster?
No. Retrogrades are review cycles. Use them to audit, revise, and reconnect. They become challenging only when we demand linear forward motion while the cosmos is clearly looping back.
What makes an eclipse significant?
Eclipses activate the lunar nodes, which signal chapters of growth and release. Note where the eclipse falls by house. That area of life will experience plot twists for six months.
How do I read my chart without getting overwhelmed?
Start with the big three (Sun, Moon, rising). Then add the chart ruler and the houses those planets occupy. Layer aspects only after you understand the foundation.
Why do some astrologers use different orb sizes?
Orbs are interpretive. Traditional astrologers often use tighter orbs, while psychological astrologers allow wider ones to capture nuance. Choose a consistent system so your readings stay coherent.
Timing & planning
How far ahead should I plan with astrology?
Work in quarters. Map the next three months of major transits and eclipses, then leave space to adjust when personal transits activate unexpectedly.
What are launch windows?
Launch windows are periods when benefic planets (usually Jupiter or Venus) support the 10th house or chart ruler. We flag them inside the app so you can align product drops, proposals, or big conversations.
Can astrology help with creative blocks?
Yes. Track the Moon through your 5th house or when Venus aspects your natal Mercury. These mini transits often correlate with bursts of inspiration.
How should I navigate Saturn transits?
Document metrics. Saturn responds to measurable progress. Break your goals into weekly proof points so the transit feels like apprenticeship instead of punishment.
What if multiple retrogrades overlap?
Prioritize by proximity. The retrograde touching your chart ruler or angles deserves the most attention. Everything else can be handled with standard review protocols: double-check files, re-confirm travel, and keep receipts.
Can I use astrology for health decisions?
Astrology can highlight stress cycles (like Mars through the 6th house), but it never replaces medical advice. Use it to schedule rest, not to diagnose.
Ethics & practice
Do you predict specific events?
We forecast themes, not certainties. Astrology shows timing cues and archetypal possibilities. You still have agency in how you respond.
How private is my chart data?
Charts are encrypted at rest. Only you and any advisors you explicitly invite can view them. Luvsa will never sell birth data.
Can I read charts for friends responsibly?
Get consent, stay within your skill level, and focus on empowerment. If something heavy appears, encourage your friend to work with a professional astrologer or therapist.
What if two astrologers give different interpretations?
Different techniques emphasize different parts of the chart. Ask which house system, orbs, and timing tools they used. Understanding the framework usually explains the variation.
How do I avoid confirmation bias?
Journal predictions before the transit peaks, then review afterward. If the result doesn’t match, adjust your technique rather than forcing the symbolism to fit.
Can astrology coexist with other spiritual practices?
Absolutely. Astrology is a timing tool. Pair it with meditation, therapy, ritual, or whatever frameworks keep you grounded. The sky merely provides context.