There are many factors responsible – at least in part – in regard to the connections we make in life, whether business or personal. To make a connection with – or first impression on – a person, there are required actions one must fulfill, such as openness, friendliness and genuine interest in others. However, many people have wondered sometimes why they can’t connect or become acquaintances with certain individuals. Though there usually isn’t something obviously wrong or out of place; sometimes, it can be something that is felt but can’t be outwardly explained.

Explaining about horoscopes and people’s signs in connection to how it can and does affect their lives might seem a bit strange and, frankly, alien because of people’s skepticism, and the almost laughable notion that this is something to take somewhat seriously or at least be aware of and keep in the back of one’s mind.

Also, though this too might vary, there are foundations and set characteristics about each sign that might not explain everything about a person but seem to be somewhat of a hint or link about the type of person he or she is, whether it is obviously shown or secretly hidden. Relationships or friendships I have observed have succeeded or been long-lasting because of open communication, a sense of humor and patience; having compatible signs to go along with that doesn’t hurt, either. The same goes for relationships or friendships that have disintegrated; it was a common factor that both parties’ signs were at odds from the start, though the reasons for separation or split have varied tremendously. Signs weren’t always the common factor but were more often than not.

This is not to say horoscopes are supposed to dictate people’s lives. There does seem, however, to be a sort of underlying truth or similarity between people’s signs and the connections or associations they make. For example, many people I have met whom I didn’t fare well with or whom I couldn’t find a common connection to were ironically people whose signs I found out I wasn’t compatible with, though that isn’t the main or only reason I attribute to when I don’t or can’t become friends or more with someone. It is simply a thought to keep in the back burner of the mind – a thought that holds some valid coincidences regarding associations but is too vague and mystical to be cited as tangible or substantial proof of the way relationships and connections work in life.

This is only a theory, something that is nonetheless fascinating and interesting to explore and shouldn’t be completely ignored. There are truths and hidden secrets to find about each sign, and learning about one’s horoscope could expand his or her mind and self in the process; after all, knowing who you are, what you can do and who you are compatible with shouldn’t dictate your life, but simply knowing such information can’t be detrimental, either.

Ylona Cupryjak is a sophomore theatre major from Keller. Her column appears Tuesdays.