Editorial Policy

How we create meaningful astrological content

Aurathea's interpretations are designed to be specific, insightful, and empowering. We believe in transparency about how our content is created—including our use of AI technology—so you can make informed decisions about the guidance you receive.

Our Interpretive Framework

Our interpretations are built on established astrological traditions, synthesized from decades of practice and scholarship. We draw from:

  • Classical astrology: Hellenistic and Medieval foundations
  • Psychological astrology: Jungian and humanistic approaches
  • Modern synthesis: Contemporary evolutionary perspectives

AI in Our Content Creation

We believe in full transparency: Aurathea uses AI (specifically OpenAI's language models) as part of our content creation process. Here's exactly how:

  • Initial drafts: AI helps generate initial interpretation drafts based on detailed astrological prompts we create.
  • Human curation: Every interpretation is reviewed by our team for astrological accuracy, tone, and helpfulness.
  • Refinement: Content is refined based on user feedback and ongoing quality review.
  • Translation: AI assists with translation to our 6 supported languages, with human review for quality.

Why We Use AI

Creating thousands of unique, specific interpretations for every possible astrological combination would take a single writer decades. AI allows us to provide detailed, specific content for every placement—Sun in Aries in the 5th house is different from Sun in Aries in the 6th—while maintaining quality through human oversight. The alternative would be generic, one-size-fits-all content that doesn't serve you.

Quality Standards

Every interpretation must meet these standards before publication:

  • Specificity: Content must be specific to the exact placement being described, not generic statements that could apply to anyone.
  • Empowerment: Interpretations should empower, not limit. We avoid fatalistic language and instead focus on potentials and growth opportunities.
  • Balance: We acknowledge both gifts and challenges of each placement. Astrology isn't about "good" or "bad" placements.
  • Practical insight: Where possible, we offer actionable insights, not just abstract descriptions.

Content Updates

Our content is not static. We continuously review and update interpretations based on user feedback, new astrological insights, and quality improvements. Daily horoscopes incorporate real-time ephemeris data. Natal interpretations are refined as we identify areas for improvement. This is a living body of work, not a fixed text.

What We Avoid

  • Fear-based predictions: We never predict death, disaster, or unavoidable negative outcomes.
  • Absolute statements: Astrology shows tendencies and potentials, not fixed destinies. We use language that reflects this.
  • Medical or legal advice: Astrology is for self-reflection and insight, not professional guidance in specialized fields.
  • Judgment: There are no "bad" charts. Every configuration has its purpose and potential for growth.

Our Influences

Our interpretive approach is informed by the work of respected astrologers including:

Liz Greene, Howard Sasportas, Stephen Arroyo, Robert Hand, Dane Rudhyar, and the traditional wisdom passed down through centuries of astrological practice.

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