# It’s Written in the Stars: Astrology Memes are Taking Over

- Link: https://chatterblast.com/blog/its-written-in-the-stars-astrology-memes-are-taking-over/
- Published: 2018-10-03T20:51:06-04:00
- Author: chatterblastteam

I think it’s safe to say that when it comes to horoscopes, everyone is at least 
a _little bit _curious. I say this because even if you’re not a hardcore, examine-
your-birth-chart-and-the-birth-chart-of-your-entire-family type of person (like 
me), you at least know your own [sun sign](https://www.lunarium.co.uk/moonsign/sunsign.jsp).
And if you say that you don’t, my Virgo spidey-senses can smell your lying BS from
a mile away.

Astrology is one of my favorite things in the world—next to sushi and [house music](http://chatterblast.wpengine.com/what-facebook-events-are-really-saying/).
So when you combine astrology with social media, aka the entire concept behind my
day job, you can bet that my little heart catapults into absolute bliss.

Horoscopes have always been a thing, usually making waves in newspaper columns and
lifestyle magazines. But now, as we enter a new age of self awareness and technology,
astrology’s online popularity is larger than I ever could have imagined. There are
[sites](http://astrostyle.com/) upon [sites](http://www.horoscope.com) that provide
an array of astrological information, and now, something even more amazing has surfaced:
Instagram accounts solely dedicated to astrology memes.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bngrx58B_eh/?taken-by=jakesastrology

Everyone loves [memes](http://chatterblast.wpengine.com/what-can-memes-do-for-you-or-your-brand/):
They’re familiar, relatable, and downright hilarious. These astrology-focused meme
accounts take these already popular memes and incorporate traits of the signs. Please
refer below:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BluEGppnfSu/?taken-by=jakesastrology

https://www.instagram.com/p/BkgJy6FFilB/?taken-by=notallgeminis

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bing7IOlUnq/?taken-by=notallgeminis

What I love about these accounts is the way they put their own creative spins on
content that already exists. This new content is original in its own right without
having to entirely reinvent the wheel. This tactic is seen among the entire meme
community, especially when one hot topic gets the ball rolling and every internet
user wants a piece of the action. Creators are constantly recycling content that
ultimately makes the whole process fun.

The difference here is that there’s actually an educational component to these memes.
If you have a driving passion to learn about every zodiac sign and their personality
traits, this is definitely the way to go. Reading your daily horoscope every morning
or taking the time to memorize information from websites and books can become redundant
and even mundane. With help from social media, astrology is now more entertaining(
and ruthless) than ever before.

My favorite part of this growing trend is the amount of shade it throws at every
single type of person—no one receives mercy. Since I’m the queen of shade and I 
love some innocent bad-mouthing now and then, I think these accounts are absolutely
hilarious. Especially when that shade is thrown at me and all my fellow Virgos out
there.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiLSjgJF2Bj/?taken-by=notallgeminis

https://www.instagram.com/p/BiDHJO8FVN-/?taken-by=notallgeminis

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn60h1gH0Dh/?taken-by=jakesastrology

https://www.instagram.com/p/Bj2hctLH8Oz/?taken-by=jakesastrology

I truly think that these accounts have brought astrology to the cultural forefront,
even for those who don’t necessarily “believe” what the stars have to say. (You 
can think what you want, but I’m here to tell you you’re wrong.) It’s a great way
to drive attention to an already exploding trend, all while generating some laughs
in the process.

I’ll end this blog by sending love to all of my beloved astrology lovers and zodiac
experts. Except, of course, if you’re a Libra. Everyone here at CBM headquarters
knows how I feel about them. (They’re trash.)

Toodles xoxo

G