India, Oct. 28 -- In Vedic astrology, certain birth chart placements are believed to be linked to psychic abilities, intuition, and sensitivity to the feelings of others. Here are eight placements Vedic astrologer Zia Kusumawardini looks at when exploring these traits.

Associated with emotions and intuition in astrology, when the Moon falls in the 4th, 8th, or 12th house, or in one of the water signs, Cancer, Scorpio, or Pisces, it is believed to make you more sensitive to your surroundings. In Vedic astrology, these placements are linked to a strong emotional connection and an ability to trust your instincts.

While Ketu is associated with detachment, past-life connections, and spiritual knowledge, Rahu is linked to curiosity and experi...