SubscribeBuyer beware! Don't fall for these phony astrology scams.
This brief article is to pass along what astrologer Lynn Hayes reported on Astrological Musings. It seems the FBI has listed the "free astrology reading" scam as one of the most difficult internet scams:
"The FBI said this familiar scam has resurfaced in which a victim receives spam or pop-up messages offering free astrological readings. The victim must provide his/her birth date and birth location to receive a free reading. After receiving the reading, the victim is enticed to purchase a full reading with the promise that something favorable is about to happen. The victim pays for the full reading but never receives it, and most attempts to contact the "Professional Astrologer," via email, return as undeliverable, the FBI said."
Lynn's article goes on to tell of her husband's experience when he signed up for one of these just to see what they were all about. You can read about his experience here.
I find the number of scams particular disturbing considering the fact that so many astrologers have worked so long and hard for astrologers to be recognized and respected as professionals. In fact each of the major astrological associations has a very strict code of ethics similar to the one I have copied from below. You'll find more here.
The NCGR Code of Ethics preamble states ~ "Astrologers are dedicated to the development and enhancement of the human condition through an understanding of celestial phenomena as applied to human concerns. Astrologers are committed to honesty, fairness and respect for others. Guided by the objective application of astrological technique as well as a commitment to the improvement of the human condition, astrologers seek to increase understanding and compassion world-wide. They remain acutely aware of the need to understand themselves in order to understand and help others. Astrologers are aware of the immense contribution astrology can make to human knowledge and wisdom, and accordingly encourage inquiry and an open exchange of ideas both outside and within their profession. And above all, astrologers respect the potential power they hold to affect the lives of others, and accordingly strive for the highest levels of competence and diligence." Read the NCGR Code of Ethics in its entirety.
This code of ethics applies to the activities of astrologers in their professional work, as well as in their representations and use of astrology at large.
If you live in Atlanta you can locate an ethical and respected professional astrologer by visiting Metropolitan Atlanta Astrological Society website and sending an email query. Atlanta has many many astrologers who fully and willingly ascribes to the above code of ethics.
For a brief history of how Atlanta Astrologers became fully accredited professionals click here.
So I repeat for emphasis ~ buyer beware of these phony astrology scams.
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