- The Moon is in Libra.
- The Moon is void from 6:58 PM forward (until tomorrow at 1:00 AM, when the Moon enters Scorpio).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurred on the 2nd and the Full Moon will occur on May 10th.
- Mercury is direct and in its post-retrograde shadow until May 20th.
- Venus is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 18th.
Horoscopes
Aries
You’re not pleased about taking instruction or direction from others on a personal level today, dear Aries, but you’re totally on board with constructive and respectful conversations and shared activities. Today is excellent for gaining an edge in your work or business. The North Node of the Moon is about to begin its transit of your solar fifth house, and this transit will be with you through to November 2018. This brings an overarching theme into your life in which some of the greatest joys — and challenges — come through self-expression, creativity, children, pleasurable hobbies, or romance. This replaces a cycle in which work and health matters were in focus in similar ways. Upcoming eclipses push you to come out of your shell, to take a chance, to stand out from the crowd, and to share your heart. Learning to take personal risks will help you to achieve inner balance and happiness.
Taurus
Today and tomorrow are strong for personal appeal and for gaining respect, admiration, or support, dear Taurus. Your personality shines now. The North Node is starting its transit, lasting until November 2018, of your solar fourth house. Take any opportunity to improve things with family and be sure to spend more quality time at home. There is now an overarching theme in your life that emphasizes the joys and opportunities for growth involved with laying down or reconnecting with your roots, attention to family or support systems, and domestic life. Eclipses occurring during this transit can nudge you towards taking better care of your personal life. Learning to value your personal achievements as much as or more than your performance in the outside world is a theme. Bringing more creative flair to your home can be in focus and very satisfying.
Gemini
Today and tomorrow are powerful for gaining an edge on an emotional or spiritual level, dear Gemini. Your observations and insights are on point, perhaps a little dramatic, but also very useful. You’ll see your inner needs and desires more clearly. The North Node of the Moon begins its transit of your solar third house and will continue to affect this sector until November 2018. This brings an overarching theme into your life in which some of your greatest joys, challenges, and opportunities for growth come through learning, making connections, staying in touch, mobility, and communications — areas of life that are very much up your alley! Eclipses occurring during this transit in the coming one and a half years will serve as prompts to pay more attention to these areas of your life. You’ll be seeking out new and improved ways of getting around and connecting with others, and you’ll benefit from developing personal interests and projects and updating skills.
Cancer
Today and tomorrow are excellent for connecting with others in empowering ways, dear Cancer. There can be connections made that are truly useful and beneficial to you, or you may be enhancing and bonding with someone you already know. The North Node of the Moon is now moving into your solar second house, where it will exert its influence until November 2018. This brings an overarching theme into your life in which some of your greatest joys and opportunities for growth come through developing strong values and improved feelings of self-worth. This will require effort on your part but will reward you greatly. Eclipses occurring during this transit (in the coming eighteen months) act as nudges towards improving your ability to support yourself, your personal finances, as well as business, comfort, and security matters. You will be learning to depend on yourself and to establish your self-worth through your own efforts while de-emphasizing your need for the approval and backing of others.
Leo
Today and tomorrow are potentially excellent for personal appeal, work and career-related efforts, your reputation, and status, dear Leo. You may be able to gain an edge or advantage over your competition in business or simply a boost in popularity now. Recognition for your efforts can be forthcoming. The North Node of the Moon begins its transit of your sign and will continue to move through Leo until November 2018. This brings an overarching theme into your life in which some of your greatest joys and opportunities for growth come through developing your independence and courage to “be yourself” without too much in the way of worry about whether or not others approve. Eclipses occurring during this transit will remind or push you to develop stronger initiative and personal courage and to assert yourself more confidently and more effectively. You are learning to overcome any existing fears of trusting your own instincts or going it alone, and this is an intensely revealing and empowering experience.
Virgo
Today and tomorrow are strong for gaining more confidence in yourself, dear Virgo, and for pursuing your personal interests boldly. You may gain a competitive advantage now or stand out for your creativity or unique beliefs. The North Node of the Moon begins its transit of your solar twelfth house where it will influence until November 2018, leaving your sign after an eighteen-month stay. You’ve been developing independence, and now that you are considerably more self-reliant, the larger challenge is to work on your spiritual, inner needs. Your attention turns to spirituality, faith, and slaying your inner demons or putting unhealthy attachments and loose ends behind you. Your path is to attempt to let go of unnecessary worry and guilt and to trust in a larger, spiritual plan. This is also an important time for finding ways to enjoy your life more fully without overdoing work and routines.
Libra
Today and tomorrow are excellent for gaining the support or inner confidence to pursue your goals, dear Libra. Family and loved ones can be in your corner now. Money matters can improve. The North Node of the Moon begins its transit of your solar eleventh house and will influence this sector until November 2018. Some of the greatest joys, rewards, and opportunities to grow come through your friendships, group connections, and networks. This is also a time for finding the courage to stick out and bring more creative flair to your projects and friendships, as well as to share your expertise with others. You are learning to find more enjoyment through teamwork and group efforts and to de-emphasize the need for approval on a personal, individual level.
Scorpio
The Moon spends another day in your anonymous, private solar twelfth house, dear Scorpio, and it’s very appropriate for you to take a break from demanding situations. There is good energy with you for connecting well with a partner or for partnering up to produce something special. You’re about to begin a transit of the North Node of the Moon to your solar tenth house and will continue to do so until November 2018. This transit brings an overarching theme into your life in which some of your greatest joys and challenges come through improving your public or professional life. Eclipses occurring during this transit will motivate you to take charge of your responsibilities. It’s a time for putting yourself out there.
Sagittarius
Today and tomorrow are powerful for work and practical matters, dear Sagittarius. You can gain an edge or advantage now. The North Node is beginning its transit of your solar ninth house and will influence this sector until November 2018. This transit brings an overarching theme into your life in which some of your greatest joys and challenges come through developing your belief system, perspective, knowledge, and overall attitude. Find the courage to share your ideas and reach out to learn new things. This is a time for building your faith and understanding where you stand as well as what you believe in. Eclipses occurring during this transit will nudge you to pay more attention to these things, perhaps through the need to travel, learn, or push your usual boundaries to enjoy new and exciting experiences. This is a time for getting totally behind your ideas and truly believing in what you express.
Capricorn
Today and tomorrow are excellent for creative and expressive activities, dear Capricorn, and for gaining an edge in a romantic, playful, or creative pursuit. The Sun harmonizes with Juno and then Pluto in your sign, highlighting your personality and charisma. The North Node of the Moon begins its transit of your solar eighth house and will influence this sector until November 2018. This transit brings an overarching theme into your life in which some of your greatest challenges and joys, as well as growth opportunities, come through your feelings of being empowered and your ability to share yourself with someone special. Eclipses occurring during this transit will help push you in these directions. There can be the need to pay special attention to money owed or shared and to improve your life through attaching yourself to beneficial projects and people, and there may be much joy through an intimate connection.
Aquarius
Today and tomorrow are excellent for personal or domestic matters, dear Aquarius, and for feeling more inner courage and confidence. Support is easy to find and give now. The North Node of the Moon transits your solar seventh house until November 2018, and this transit brings an overarching theme into your life in which some of your greatest joys and opportunities for personal growth come through your relationships with others and especially your partnerships. The challenge is to place more trust in your companionability. Through partnership and cooperation with others, you reach inner balance. Eclipses occurring during this transit will remind or push you to improve your close relationships and to gain a much better perspective on your life through the eyes of someone special.
Pisces
There is especially good energy for communicating, connecting, and networking today and tomorrow, dear Pisces. It’s a time for gaining an advantage or edge from information, news, or an important project, as well as for forming or enhancing mutually beneficial relationships. With the North Node beginning its transit of your work and health sector, you’re in a great position to improve your habits, work, health, and routines from now and until November 2018. It’s a time for working better and smarter. It’s also an important period for courageously pouring more of your personality and creative flair into the work you do or the services you provide. Some of the greatest joys, challenges, and opportunities for growth come through your work, habits, health, and routines and eclipses occurring during this transit will serve as strong prompts to improve these things. Paying closer attention to deadlines, details, and rules can be challenging but also very rewarding.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign and know your birth time, you can look it up here.
If Your Birthday is May 8th, If Today is Your Birthday full horoscope here.
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: May 8 2017 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Libra
Description: The Moon in Libra
This is a time for seeking out balance, harmony, and peace. It’s also a time to express emotions gracefully, diplomatically, and considerately. There could be a stronger focus on a relationship, partner, or potential partner. The ability to see both sides of a situation or story is a positive, but indecision can be a byproduct. This is a sociable, artistic Moon.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 6:58 pm
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: May 8 2017 0:57 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Sun
How we feel and what we think we should do can be at odds right now. We could act on our will at the expense of our feelings, or act on our feelings at the expense of our will or ego. Either way, we can feel unsatisfied.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 1:59 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Juno
There may be clinging or controlling behavior if we are driven by our fears. Hypersensitivity and moodiness are possible. Tread lightly with tricky emotional issues.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 2:22 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Cer
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Ceres
There may be difficulties giving or receiving affection, care, concern, and nurturing.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 3:56 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pluto
Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 6:03 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Jupiter
Date & Time: May 8 2017 3:41 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Mercury
Relationships can be somewhat strained as responses to one another can be too intellectual/logical or too emotional, swinging between the two.Nervous energy, hypersensitivity. How we feel and what we think can be at odds.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 4:47 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Uranus
Life may be a little tense right now. Avoid willful behavior if the situation doesn’t call for it. Remain open to new possibilities and all will be revealed. There could be a surprising revelation or turning point. Unpredictable responses from others (and ourselves). Emotional eruptions are possible. Not a good time to make permanent decisions, particularly about relationships.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 6:58 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Saturn
An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 7:00 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: May 8 2017 7:07 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Mar
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 8:24 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Chiron
Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 10:46 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Nep
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Neptune
If we are not in touch with our need for inspiration, beauty, compassion, connection to something otherworldly, or our spirituality, we could feel out of sorts right now. Relaxing, listening to music, getting close to nature, or taking a break may resolve this.
Date & Time: May 8 2017 11:21 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: May 8 2017 11:51 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Mer
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Mercury
Date & Time: May 8 2017 2:17 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Tri Jun
Description: Transiting Sun Trine Transiting Juno
We are taking pride in our relationships. It’s a good time to strengthen and support others, and to build trust. We tend to instinctively know how to behave in ways that boost others’ confidence. This can be a pleasantly ambitious period.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
WATER WEAK
There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
LUNAR PHASE: GIBBOUS
Moon 135 to 180 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are looking to attach value and meaning to our goals. This is a time for analyzing, questioning, perfecting, and improving.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on May 8th:
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 the Moon 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 LIBRA
We are focused on our relationships, and finding balance, peace, and harmony in our personal environment under this influence.
24TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Blood vessels of renal cortex
Sabian Symbol: A third wing on the left side of a butterfly.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
OPPOSITION MERCURY Orb 1°48′ Applying
There can be disagreement between logic and feeling, the heart and the head. Relationships can be somewhat strained as responses to one another can be too intellectual/logical or too emotional, swinging between the two. Nervous energy, hypersensitivity.
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 3°32′ Applying
We are more able to find a balance between our own emotional needs and our responsibilities. We are more tolerant, deliberate, and resolute.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 2°24′ Applying
We can be moody, swinging between wanting to belong and wanting to be different or independent. We can feel a little off-balance if schedules and people around us are unpredictable or changing; or, we are restless with the usual routine and want to create some kind of stir.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°06′ Separating
Unacknowledged feelings can emerge in possibly disruptive ways. We may be acting in compulsive or possessive ways now.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN TAURUS
You are a reliable and solid individual. You have a strong need for stable routine and security. You can be stubborn. Others can rely on your down-to-earth nature.
19TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Maxillary artery
Sabian Symbol: A new continent rises out of the ocean.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
TRINE PLUTO Orb 1°04′ Applying
You are a powerful person with strong leadership abilities. You know when to be assertive and when to compromise. You are able to apply yourself to the job at hand.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN ARIES
You are an independent thinker. You talk quickly, and like to think up new ideas. You may experience flashes of intuition.
26TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Skull
Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE SATURN Orb 1°44′ Applying
We are cautious, careful, tuned in to details, and rely on common sense at this time.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 0°35′ Applying
You have an incisive and ingenious mind. Your thoughts and speech are erratic and inventive. You enjoy progressive topics. Your opinions may be ahead of your time.
VENUS
VENUS IN ARIES
You will pursue a partner ardently and hastily, and yet strive for freedom and independence, once you are in an intimate relationship. You like to be the initiator in relationships, and can be aggressive. You may be a spendthrift.
6TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eye Socket, orbital cavity
Sabian Symbol: A square brightly lighted on one side.
MARS
MARS IN GEMINI
You like to initiate ideas and spread information. You are assertive, although you can resort to evasive behaviour.
12TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Tracheal mucosa
Sabian Symbol: A slave demands their rights.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE JUPITER Orb 2°52′ Applying
You are enthusiastic with an endless source of energy. You could direct your energy to achievement in sports, politics or travel.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°01′ Applying
This is a time for resting, escaping, or taking a break as we reconsider our needs. We might temporarily lose focus or direction.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
15TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Right inguinal lymph nodes
Sabian Symbol: Circular paths.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°50′ Applying
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 4°36′ Separating
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)
27TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Gluteal muscles
Sabian Symbol: The sculptor’s vision is taking form.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 1°08′ Applying
You have a talent for investigation. You look at new ideas and are able then to put them into action. In business you achieve much in your own independent way.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 0°41′ Separating
There can be fears now of not being competent or effective enough to meet our responsibilities, or we could find it hard to strike out on a unique path, again due to fears or insecurities. The desire to break from the status quo is strong, but we may not have the necessary confidence to do so. We may have difficulties empathizing with others and understanding ourselves.
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).
26TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Skull
Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.
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)
NEPTUNE IN THE 8TH HOUSE
You feel at one with others and have the ability to transcend daily life through metaphysical pursuits. You may easily sense emotional undercurrents.
14TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right cutaneous veins
Sabian Symbol: A lady in fox fur.
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).
20TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Tendons of right knee
Sabian Symbol: A hidden choir singing.
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).
28TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Phalanges of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A fertile garden under the full moon.
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.
2ND DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Aorta
Sabian Symbol: An epidemic of mumps.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN ARIES
You have a keen intellect with the ability to come up with exciting, new ideas. You are also happy to risk putting your new ideas into action.
14TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Frontal lobes of brain
Sabian Symbol: A serpent coiling near a man and a woman.
JUNO
JUNO IN CAPRICORN
You want a partner who you can respect, and who respects you. You seek long-term commitment and may marry later in life.
19TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of left knee
Sabian Symbol: A child of about five with a huge shopping bag.
CERES
CERES IN GEMINI
You like those close to you to share their feelings and thoughts and to listen to you. You share information with your loved ones to show them you care. You will suffer when others refuse to talk.
4TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Lower right pulmonary lobe
Sabian Symbol: Holly and mistletoe bring holiday spirit to a home.
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.
1ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Duodenum
Sabian Symbol: In a portrait the best of a man’s traits are idealized.
Sabian Symbol:
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.
1ST DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right calcaneum
Sabian Symbol: A public market.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits May 8, 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Saturn 26°Sg58 -22°02′
Cnj 25°Sg58 ACULEUS Enduring attacks but success
Aspects to Pallas 13°Ar50 +00°46′
Cnj 14°Ar32 ALPHERATZ Wanting freedom and movement.
Aspects to Node 00°Vi12 +11°23′
Cnj 00°Vi04 REGULUS*** Majestic, success, (revenge)
Aspects to Black Moon 09°Sg22 -16°50′
Cnj 10°Sg00 ANTARES *** Success which can be obsessive
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