Following the Stars Janet Amid on Astrology, Intuition, and a Lifetime of Learning

For some people, a career is something they discover over time. For Janet Amid, it was something she felt called to from the very beginning. In this episode of Women in the Driver Seat, we sit down with the renowned astrologer, spiritual advisor, and Toledo icon to explore a lifelong passion for astrology, intuition, and helping people better understand themselves and the world around them.

Janet's journey began at just five years old when her father introduced her to astrology during a birthday celebration. While her siblings showed little interest, Janet was immediately captivated. Every Friday evening became astrology lesson night, where her father patiently taught her about birth charts, planetary movements, and one lesson she still carries today: to truly understand someone's future, you must first understand their past. Those childhood lessons laid the foundation for a career that has now spanned decades.

Her fascination with the metaphysical world extended beyond astrology. Janet's mother was a gifted psychic medium whose intuitive experiences became a natural part of family life. Growing up surrounded by both astrology and spiritual awareness gave Janet a unique perspective that blended analytical study with personal intuition. Rather than simply learning astrology, she says she lived it and felt it become part of who she is.

Throughout the conversation, Janet explains how astrology and tarot complement one another. While astrology examines life's larger cycles, timing, and personal blueprint through the positions of the planets, tarot focuses on the present moment and the energies surrounding current situations. Together, they provide different perspectives that help clients navigate important decisions and life transitions.

Over the years, Janet has noticed the questions people bring to her have evolved. While relationships remain one of the most common topics, today's clients are increasingly seeking guidance about careers, finances, business decisions, and finding direction in an ever changing world. She also observes that younger generations are more informed and curious than ever before, though they often carry greater anxiety as they navigate a constant stream of information and technology.

One of Janet's strongest messages is that astrology should never be reduced to a single zodiac sign. She encourages students and clients alike to look at the complete birth chart, including the time, place, environment, upbringing, and the many planetary influences that shape each individual. Understanding the whole story, she believes, leads to a far richer understanding of a person's life and potential.

Despite decades of experience and nearly 79,000 clients, Janet remains remarkably humble. She often recalls a lesson her father taught her as a young girl after she proudly declared herself "the best astrologer in the world." His response has stayed with her ever since: "When the trees bow down to you, then you're the greatest. Until then, practice humility." It is a lesson that continues to guide her work and reminds her that learning never truly ends.

This conversation is about far more than astrology. It is about curiosity, lifelong learning, humility, and using your gifts to help others better understand themselves.

👉 Watch now to hear how Janet Amid has spent a lifetime blending astrology, intuition, and compassion to help thousands of people find clarity and direction.