- The Moon is in Leo all day (until Monday, October 24th, at 11:16 PM).
- The Moon is waning and in its Last Quarter phase.
- The Last Quarter Moon occurred yesterday, and a New Moon will occur on October 30th.
- The Sun spends its first full day in Scorpio (the Sun transits Scorpio from October 22-November 21).
Horoscopes
Aries
Relationships may suffer a little today if you feel less than confident due to unfinished business, dear Aries. There can be things you’re avoiding, and while it might not quite be the time to face them, they can drag you down and interfere with the pleasures of the moment. Consider making a plan to deal with problem areas by starting small and working your way up. Keep your thoughts positive today. It can be difficult to read a special someone’s feelings or intentions. Give them space. You can be responding to unusual desires and may be acting on whims today, but little of what you’re feeling is permanent. Look for ways to explore new things, but don’t neglect the true root of restlessness.
Taurus
When it comes to work or health matters, there can be minor challenges experienced today, dear Taurus, and perhaps some negative thinking or irritating commentary from others to deal with. However, it’s important to realize that you don’t have all of the information at your fingertips to make good decisions. Concentrate on making refinements, adjustments, and edits now, and think about what kind of bigger improvements can be made later on. Slowly but surely now! You may feel that you’re missing out in your social life, but it can wait a little bit. There can be a restless quality to the day that has more to do with lack of direction than anything permanent. Family matters tend to run smoothly, however.
Gemini
Jupiter in your creative sector this year encourages you to have fun, express yourself without apology, and tap into your creativity, dear Gemini. However, Neptune challenges Jupiter today, and a lack of direction or unclear responsibilities can seem to get in the way of your pursuits. While the day may not offer clarity in general, the one thing that is clear is that you’re best off either accepting ambiguities or attempting to better define your goals and commitments. You should also try to combat negative thinking, as there is a tendency to not only see things in a negative light but also to communicate in unflattering ways. It’s certainly not the best of days to pour your heart out, but it’s just fine for working on small jobs that give you a sense that you’re making progress and moving forward.
Cancer
A tendency to be critical or negative is with us today, dear Cancer. Do your best to rise above it. However, if a focus on flaws encourages you to work on fixing problem areas, then you’ve turned a negative into a positive. Watch for defensiveness today, as it can push others away. Desires and whims may not last, and schedules may be overturned. As much as you’re enjoying family time or time spent in and around the home, the desire for something a little more exotic can certainly take hold at times. Restlessness can keep you from doing, learning, and growing, so aim to get off the fence and pursue your activities wholeheartedly. Resolve to take care of different needs on another day.
Leo
This is a good day for reviewing projects and endeavors you’ve recently begun with an eye for refinement and editing, dear Leo. You are more able to see the flaws and quirks, which is the first step necessary to fix things. However, in the absence of a can-do attitude, this can bring you down. Don’t let it! Watch for harping on words, and instead, try to read the intention behind communications. Impulse buying could be an issue, and you may be dealing with some unpredictability with a friend or lover that changes your plans. The desire to take on new projects, studies, and interests is strong, but you may need to work out matters of finances and support. Ambiguities with a partner may slow you down until you iron out the details.
Virgo
This is a good day for reviewing financial records or money-making ventures for errors and holes, dear Virgo, but not exceptionally strong for starting something new, or for social interactions, as picking something apart is better than picking someone apart! The tendency to dwell on the negative is present today, and you can meet this in others as well as in yourself. Keep calm and avoid saying something regrettable. The tendency to worry about money should be avoided unless you take steps to improve matters. Shows of independence from others may throw you for a loop at first, but they can also prompt you to find other activities that you’re just fine doing solo – you may very well have a great time regardless.
Libra
Jupiter in your sign this year encourages you to reach for more from your life, dear Libra. However, there can be times when a disordered daily life or lack of strong routines and habits can get in the way of enjoying the opportunities to expand your horizons. This can’t be resolved all in one day, but you might consider ways to improve your schedule so that you can jump on opportunities as they arise. Avoid giving in to negative thinking, mindless criticizing, or stress, as these will interfere with your intuitive process today. Mercury in challenging aspect to Saturn can point to some problems getting your message across as it is intended, so you might want to take special care with what and how you communicate. There is good energy for enjoying connections with friends, who seem quite supportive now.
Scorpio
Creatively speaking, you are in great form these days, dear Scorpio, but you may not know how to direct this energy. Your ideas need some real-world trial and error, but it can be difficult to know where to begin. As well, there is part of you that is “hiding out” and desiring some anonymity, making it difficult for you to share your ideas with others and take a few creative risks. Don’t allow this to stop you in your tracks or keep you from growing. Start small and work from there. Money, work, and health matters can benefit from out of the box thinking now. Everyday stresses tend to take more of a toll than usual. Criticisms seem unjust or random with a Mercury-Saturn challenge today. The Moon at the top of your solar chart today, however, suggests that you’re noticed, so try to avoid distractions and fill your responsibilities to the best of your ability.
Sagittarius
While the Moon in your spirit sector encourages confidence today, dear Sagittarius, a sense that you don’t know where you’re headed may trip you up now. You could have a strong desire to escape your responsibilities, but this will prevent you from moving forward. There is a small tendency for people to be needlessly critical, but keep in mind that it’s unlikely to be a personal thing – they are dealing with their own issues. Alternatively, you may be inclined to criticize someone or to rain on someone’s parade, which is something you might want to think twice about. If you need to make a warm impression or express yourself in deep ways, this is perhaps not the time. Save these things for a better day. With Venus approaching a sextile to your ruler, Jupiter, that day is coming soon – on Wednesday!
Capricorn
If you’re facing criticism or discouraging news today, dear Capricorn, resolve to use it to make improvements. Avoid noisy distractions that take you away from what actually matters, and this includes people who have nothing positive to say! You are likely to learn something to further your goals and ambitions in the process. While there is a small tendency to say the wrong things today, choose to show your integrity in your words. With Mercury at the top of your chart, people hear you loud and clear, so make it something you’re proud of. There can be an adamant desire to get away, to change the pace of your life, and to do something entirely different than you usually do. While this may not come to pass all at once or right now, you can focus on dreaming up ways to make small changes in your life so that you feel more engaged and connected.
Aquarius
Your need for adventure and experience is at odds with your desire for security right now, dear Aquarius, and it can be difficult to move forward. Try not to allow this dilemma to keep you in the same place — there are ways to fill both needs. Today’s energies are somewhat challenging. People may be expressing themselves too technically, and there can be difficulties knowing what to trust. Be especially mindful of how you express yourself. It can be difficult to discern whether your feelings and impulses are based on deep needs or merely a surface whim. In the coming days, you’ll find it easier to distinguish between these things, so it makes sense to wait things out. The Moon is in your relationship sector all day, and you’re inclined to seek out a companion for conversation and clarity.
Pisces
There can be a strong urge to escape today and this week, dear Pisces. You may not feel fully confident about where you’re headed. Your skills are plenty, but it can be difficult to know where to use them best. Escaping keeps you from moving forward in life, and it does nothing for your confidence. As well, there is a tendency today for people to be unduly critical. If this energy can be turned to practical affairs, however, it can be useful, as you might be better equipped to see faults, holes, and flaws and to do something about fixing them. People may be a little too detached or unreliable for your liking now. However, if you choose something to work on or towards, the day can be very useful. The trick is not to take any criticisms or unusual behavior too personally.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign, you can look it up here. Daily Horoscope page for Aries here, < Daily Horoscope page for Aquarius here, Daily Horoscope page for Pisces here.
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Astrology of Today – The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Leo
Description: The Moon in Leo
We have a stronger need for appreciation, shows of affection and warmth, and excitement. We are proud and conduct ourselves accordingly. This is a time for having some fun, being creative and childlike, and enjoying life. It’s also a good time for organizing and managing.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 2:27 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Venus
We are less inhibited and more willing to indulge ourselves. Love and romance can be favorable. Decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth. Love is grand! Affection, love, and romance are in the air.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 3:03 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Chi
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Chiron
Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 8:43 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Jupiter
A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 8:44 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Neptune
We could be feeling out of sorts. We are especially sensitive to subtle planes, but may not be able to make sense of what we perceive. We could be impractical just for now.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 4:19 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Saturn
An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 7:12 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Pluto
We may not be aware of our more demanding or controlling tendencies. We may feel vaguely frustrated, powerless, or tense. There can be undermining going on in our interactions and relationships. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 5:35 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqr Ves
Description: Transiting Sun Square Transiting Vesta
There can be difficulties focusing or knowing where/how to direct our energies. For some of us, we may bury ourselves in work as a way to avoid other problems now.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 8:06 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Opp Cer
Description: Transiting Mercury Opposition Transiting Ceres
Disagreements or misunderstandings are possible, as it is difficult to understand people’s intentions.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 8:31 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer SSq Sat
Description: Transiting Mercury SemiSquare Transiting Saturn
Critical thinking that can skew to overly negative, rigid, nit-picky, or narrow. Communications are guarded and unnatural, not flowing. There can be delays or frustrations getting from point A to point B, and getting our message across. A time for editing.
Date & Time: Oct 23 2016 9:32 am
Event: Tr-Tr Jup Qnx Nep
Description: Transiting Jupiter Quincunx Transiting Neptune
This is a time of heightened intuition. Explore the spiritual or artistic side of life. Move beyond prejudice into acceptance of yourself and others.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
SCORPIO STRONG
Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, overly dramatic.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE STRONG
Fire is enthusiastic, dynamic, and spontaneous, but lacks reflection. We are more courageous and adventurous now, with a tendency to act before thinking. There is little concern about what happened in the past. We are competitive and possibly impatient or bored easily.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
Current Lunar Phase
LUNAR PHASE: THIRD QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 45 degrees behind the Sun.
We have strong beliefs and are likely to put them into action. We have the wisdom to know when to act, but sometimes can be inflexible.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on October 23rd:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected, or will perfect, in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours, so that if an aspect involving is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN LEO
You have an emotional need for praise and attention. Under stress you may show off in order to gain attention, or become arrogant. You may be proud of your mother, or she may be very proud of you.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE VENUS Orb 4°43′ Separating
We tend to seek out harmony, balance, and beauty. Love, romance, decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth, but there could also be some appeasement, tact, and diplomacy.
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 1°45′ Separating
We are generous, forgiving, and high-minded now. We are looking at people and situations positively. This is a good time for making plans.
TRINE SATURN Orb 2°19′ Applying
We are more able to find a balance between our own emotional needs and our responsibilities. This is a strong time for establishing good habits. We are more tolerant, deliberate, and resolute.
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 1°46′ Separating
We could be feeling out of sorts. We are especially sensitive to subtle planes, but may not be able to make sense of what we perceive. We could be impractical just for now.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate and intense individual. You may gain attention through creating dramatic situations. You may also be secretive.
1ST DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Urethra
Sabian Symbol: A sight-seeing bus.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 2°41′ Applying
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN LIBRA
You are a diplomat and peacemaker, often acting as a go-between in relationships. You a good communicator, putting others at their ease. Arguments may upset you, as you prefer harmony in communications.
28TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Bladder
Sabian Symbol: A man in deep gloom. Unnoticed, angels come to his help.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 5°48′ Separating
Disagreements are quite possible. We may be more interested in defending our opinion or idea than listening and learning from others. However, opposing ideas can be illuminating now if we open our minds to them.
VENUS
VENUS IN SAGITTARIUS
You want to share adventure with your partner, ranging from sharing adventurous ideas to hiking in the mountains. You may also enjoy relating with foreigners, and dining out with your partner at foreign restaurants.
7TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right superior femoral artery
Sabian Symbol: Cupid knocking at the door.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 2°58′ Applying
A good time to expand our connections, contacts, creative pursuits, romantic relationships. There is more generosity and good will in our relationships. We might be more inclined to indulge, shop, socialize, and enjoy ourselves. Follow your bliss. Now is the time to discover your true heart’s desire. This could be a person, a vocation, or an artistic hobby.
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 7°02′ Applying
You are shy and inhibited in your personal relationships. You fear commitment and tend to either be the one in control or to choose a partner who tries to control you. One of your parents may have been too strict and consequently you fear expressing yourself. Once you overcome your feelings of inadequacy you will have the ability to form secure and long-lasting relationships based on firm foundations. You are faithful and loyal.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°56′ Applying
We are easily seduced, impressionable, and ready to believe what we want to see. Wait for a better time to make important decisions.
MARS
MARS IN CAPRICORN
You will pursue your personal desires in a responsible and methodical manner. You have strong ambitions, and may be domineering if threatened.
19TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of left knee
Sabian Symbol: A child of about five with a huge shopping bag.
ASPECTS OF MARS
SQUARE URANUS Orb 4°09′ Applying
The desire to assert independence and to dominate can be strong. Impulsiveness can be a problem. We can be rebellious and willful, ignoring others’ needs in the process.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 2°54′ Separating
You are resourceful and have a pool of enormous energy available when needed. You also have strong desires and a volcanic temper.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 3°18′ Applying
You have the opportunity to be an empathetic and powerful leader of the downtrodden people of the world.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
10TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A canoe approaching safety through dangerous waters.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°01′ Separating
You feel a call to serve others perhaps through a profession or through religion. You will need to learn what is reasonable to do for others, and what is over stepping the boundary of your responsibility.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 5°38′ Applying
You will need to learn to have confidence in yourself even when life deals you a few blows. You range from over confident to completely lacking in confidence. The truth lies somewhere in between.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014, to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015, to December 20, 2017)
14TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Cutaneous vessles of the thighs
Sabian Symbol: The pyramids and the sphinx.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 4°06′ Separating
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).
23RD DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Muscles of mastication
Sabian Symbol: A woman in pastel colors carrying a heavy and valuable but Veiled load.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°10′ Separating
You have a tendency to daydream and live in a fantasy world, possibly even escaping into the world of drugs and depression. Your quest in this life is to put your creative talents to positive use.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).
22ND DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A man bringing down the new law from Sinai.
VESTA
VESTA IN LEO
You work most creatively when left to your own devices. You feel pride in your work and can be inspired by romance and fun. Play and work are closely linked for you.
1ST DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left coronary artery
Sabian Symbol: Under emotional stress, blood rushes to a man’s head.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN AQUARIUS
Your mind can be brilliant, original and insightful. You can quickly grasp new ideas and apply them to the future. You fight for your ideals and humanitarian or political causes.
19TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Spinal nervous system
Sabian Symbol: A forest fire quenched.
JUNO
JUNO IN SCORPIO
You want an intense and sexual relationship. You want your partner’s total attention and demand a high degree of sensuality.
26TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Perineum
Sabian Symbol: People making camp.
CERES
CERES IN ARIES
You feel cared for when people are allowing you to be independent. You also believe that the best way of caring for others is to let them be themselves. You will suffer if you feel dominated or caged in.
28TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Fornix/parietal and occipital bones
Sabian Symbol: A large disappointed audience.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
12TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Abdominal aorta
Sabian Symbol: A bride with her veil snatched away.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
12TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of right foot
Sabian Symbol: An examination of initiates.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Oct 23, 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Jup 09°Li28 -02°43′
Cnj 09°Li10 DIADEM To sacrifice oneself.
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp06 -21°26′
Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Nod 11°Vi37 +07°12′
Cnj 11°Vi32 ZOSMA — A victim or a savior
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