Astrologer & counselor Manish Shahi on TechCast Punjabi Podcast

🔮 Faith or Fraud? A Deep Dive with Astrologer Manish Shahi

Manish Shahi, an astrologer and counselor, joins us for an honest conversation on the purpose, misuse, and misunderstood power of astrology. He shares his personal journey from career confusion to becoming a voice of logic in a field surrounded by superstition.

In this insightful Punjabi podcast episode, Manish talks about the emotional trap of blind belief, the generational divide on karma and rituals, and how astrology should empower — not manipulate.

A fierce critic of fear-based predictions and unethical astrology, Manish shares real examples, hard truths, and a message of mental clarity. This episode isn’t about stars — it’s about self-awareness.

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🌱 From Confusion to Clarity: Manish’s Journey

Manish didn’t grow up in an astrologer’s family. Like many, he struggled with whether to pursue a job or start a business. Neither felt right. When he studied his own chart, he realized his strengths lay in mental work, education, and guiding others.

"I didn't become an astrologer by family tradition. I became one through self-discovery," he says.

💡 Key Insight: "You don’t need to fear astrology. You need to understand yourself through it."

🐄 Rituals, Remedies & Reality Checks

Manish calls out common rituals like feeding cows or wearing stones “because someone said so.” He argues that without intention and awareness, rituals are meaningless — or worse, dangerous.

He shares shocking stories of clients being told their spouse is cursed, or being asked to do irrational tasks to fix problems that need real communication.

💡 Key Insight: "Roti dena seva hai. Lekin us roti ke saath plastic dena — paap hai."

💔 Love, Breakups & Blame Games

Many come to astrologers after heartbreak. But Manish refuses to sell false hope. "If they left you, it wasn’t love. If it’s real, it doesn’t break," he explains.

He also warns that blaming another person for breakup or using “black magic” as an excuse only blocks healing.

💡 Key Insight: "Astrology shouldn’t be used to justify heartbreak — it should help you grow from it."

🧠 Karma vs. Responsibility

Manish challenges people who use karma to escape accountability. He strongly condemns blaming others — especially women — for your bad days. “Kisi ne kuch nahi kiya. Tum khud kaam nahi kar rahe,” he says bluntly.

Astrology, in his view, is a mirror — not a weapon.

💡 Key Insight: "If you wrongly accuse someone, you take their karma onto yourself."

📱 Trendy Astrology: The Danger of Reels & Shortcuts

Manish is critical of social media astrologers who promise life changes in 30 seconds. “Rasgulla khilao, boyfriend wapas aayega” — he calls this business, not science.

He urges people to ask better questions: not “when will I get success?” but “how do I become more capable of it?”

💡 Key Insight: "Astrology is not a shortcut to results. It’s a guide to better effort."

🧓 Respecting Elders ≠ Accepting Abuse

Manish shares a sensitive take on Indian family dynamics. He believes elders deserve respect, but not blind submission — especially when they behave badly. Respect must be earned and reflected both ways.

“Buzurg hone ka matlab yeh nahi ki galti na ho,” he reminds listeners.

💡 Key Insight: "True respect means holding space — not fear."

🎙️ Final Thoughts from Manish Shahi

In closing, Manish reminds us that astrology isn't here to replace action or logic — it’s here to support introspection. He encourages people to study themselves before asking the stars for answers.

💡 Key Insight: "Before you find the right path, make sure you're the right person walking it." – Manish Shahi

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone confused, emotionally stuck, or questioning what they’ve been told about fate. Manish’s honesty, humor, and clarity make this episode a standout.

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