Why keep fixating on fixed stars?

The Sun and Jupiter are currently dancing through Leo, pushing us to own our authority. With the Moon in Aquarius, it's a great time to look at the big picture without getting bogged down in the minutiae.

I’ve been watching the transits on SkyToday and it’s clear the energy is shifting fast. But I keep running into this idea of 'planets in exaltation' and 'debilitation' that some people treat like absolute law.

If we’re using the tropical zodiac, which is based on the seasons and the cycle of the year, why do we still import these rigid hierarchies from ancient systems?

If a planet is in a sign that doesn't align with its traditional 'strength,' does it really mean the energy is broken? Or are we just ignoring the modern psychological context of these signs?

I prefer looking at how a planet actually functions in someone's chart rather than checking off a list of ancient rules that don't always fit our reality. Let’s be practical. If you're struggling with Saturn in Aries, you don't need a label; you need a strategy.

Is there any real evidence that these exaltation points aren't just historical leftovers? I’m curious to hear what you think.