- The Moon is in Gemini until 11:28 AM.
- The Moon is void from 7:16 AM until 11:28 AM.
- The Moon is in Cancer from 11:28 AM forward (until Saturday, October 22nd, at 3:33 PM).
- The Moon is waning and in its Waning Gibbous phase.
- A Full Moon occurred on the 16th, and a Last Quarter Moon will occur on October 22nd.
Horoscopes
Aries
The day begins in a pleasantly busy way, dear Aries. You’re likely to find your relationships purring along nicely as you attend to many tasks without needing to make big concessions or compromises. The second half of the day finds you in need of more comfort, familiarity, and quiet. However, you’ve just begun a cycle, lasting several months, that finds you happily busy with creative works, projects, and special games or hobbies. You’re likely to discover that narrowing your focus to one particular project is particularly rewarding, and possibly even quite healing. Look for practical ways to release your imagination and create wonderful things. You can benefit from a more dedicated, committed approach to love relationships as well. You find it easier to hone in on what and who you truly value.
Taurus
This morning is fantastic for accomplishing something, however big or small, dear Taurus. You’re in a practical frame of mind and quite content to go about your business in an orderly fashion. The day is likely to get busier as it progresses, and possibly a little less satisfying if you’re not adjusting to the quicker pace. Also today, you’ve just begun a cycle, lasting several months, that points to more dedication to house, home, and family matters. It’s a great period for self-healing efforts and approaches. Tending to your home base, issues of security and comfort, the needs of your loved ones, and your own safety and care are empowering and even healing activities during this period. Hard work, determination, focus, and simplicity are themes that will get your domestic life into better shape. Bringing more structure and order to the physical home can be an important part of this, but attention to the intangibles and emotions is just as vital now.
Gemini
The Moon continues to move through your sign until almost midday, dear Gemini, and its warm connection with the Sun in your creative sector is excellent for natural self-expression. You are comfortable in your skin, and this endears you to others. People want to cooperate with you, or simply just hang around in your presence! As the day advances, you’re more inclined to want to make or build something substantial. A new cycle that will be with you for several months has just begun, and you’re likely to become more and more interested in learning, personal projects, and communications that serve a definite purpose, such as writing or speaking for business or learning a useful skill. Others are drawn to your advice or ideas, possibly even for healing. This is also a good period for gathering useful, helpful information. You might find that tuning out distractions and focusing on fewer of your interests can benefit you greatly now.
Cancer
The Moon continues its transit of your soul sector until almost midday, dear Cancer, after which it emerges in your solar chart, stimulating a strong need to feel connected and acknowledged. Until then, take the time to rest, reflect, and meditate if you can. You’ve entered a cycle that lasts several months in which you can do beautiful things for yourself through simple, earthy, and natural activities. You need to feel more connected with nature in order to feel alive and well. Tapping into your patience can be tremendously healing. This is an often forgotten or overlooked gift. You are at your best right now if you develop self-sufficiency, with few expectations of others. Business matters can benefit from a more structured and focused approach.
Leo
You can feel particularly connected with friends, your community, a group, a cause, or a long-term plan this morning with the Moon in your solar eleventh house connecting well with the Sun in your communications sector. This can be a time when something important to you comes together, or when you make a pleasant connection. Towards midday, you’ll do well by taking a pause from your busy schedule and enjoying a temporary and pleasant lack of ambition. Even so, you’ve just begun a several-month cycle that puts work in a position of priority, particularly work that is entrepreneurial or independent in nature. It’s easy to throw yourself into and dedicate yourself to a particular project now. You can be more devoted to personal projects and work towards your goals. There is wisdom in focusing on the self, in moderation of course, as it can be healing.
Virgo
The morning is good for taking care of business, dear Virgo. You’re in a fine position to assess value, such that decisions surrounding business and other practical matters tend to be particularly sound. As the day advances, you crave more recreation, although it may be difficult to achieve, primarily because your responsibilities loom, particularly with family or home matters. A lot is going on behind the scenes in your life now and in the coming months. What you do in private, the services or support you provide without asking for anything in return, and the emotions you feel are dominant themes in your life, whether others see it or not. You may need to watch for overdoing support of others, particularly if you’re sacrificing personal needs for an extended time. Do this only in small doses for better results.
Libra
You’ve just entered a cycle in which you are particularly dedicated to a friend, group, or cause, dear Libra, and this influence is with you for several months. It can be an excellent time for really getting to know someone, or for teaming up in order to accomplish something important to you. Having a definite goal in mind can be good for a friendship. Today, you’re likely to feel a bit of pressure, largely of the good kind, to take care of business, take the lead, and perform at your best. It’s a good time for cleaning up your act, so to speak, as you are a little more ambitious than usual. You may not have things handed to you today – you’re more likely to need to work for your rewards, but it can be quite satisfying doing so.
Scorpio
The day can feel quite balanced, dear Scorpio. You’ve just begun a rather ambitious, powerful phase that will be with you for several months. You are displaying more persistence and patience for reaching your goals, and you can derive much enjoyment from your work and duties. Bringing more structure and order to your endeavors seems to reap the most rewards right now. You may be in the position of manager, leader, or organizer in the months ahead. People are likely to recognize your commitment and appreciate your work ethic. This morning is good for emotional strength and centering yourself. As the day advances, you’re interested in getting out and about or more actively involved in life as a participant rather than an observer.
Sagittarius
The Moon continues its transit of your partnership sector until almost midday, dear Sagittarius, and you’re focused on bringing more harmony and a stronger sense of balance to your life. You also prefer to do things in twos! You’re not at your most independent, and this is just fine as part of a natural, larger cycle. As the day advances, you are a little more serious, and you stay away from anything that seems too superficial. As well today, you begin a cycle that improves your focus and concentration levels. You are seeking out more meaning to your life, and with a stronger sense of purpose, you thrive. The months ahead are quite excellent for serious study, and you’ll be at your best if you throw yourself into one particular pursuit or topic. Doing one or two things well, instead of many things satisfactorily, is most rewarding now.
Capricorn
The coming months are excellent for intensive work, study, research, and investigation, dear Capricorn. You can work tirelessly during this period, and you may feel that you’re making many concessions for others or that you need to put your own plans on hold. Healing can come through intimacy or counseling and therapy. Avoid pushing yourself too hard, however. If you commit to taking better care of yourself and to getting extra rest, you’ll be in excellent shape for looking into a matter further. Today, you become more and more focused on relationships and tend to want to pair up to get things done. You may not feel completely understood, however, but if you let that go and simply work on what matters to you most, you’ll be in good shape.
Aquarius
You’ve just entered a cycle in which you are more committed to coming together with others, improving relationships, and making things work, dear Aquarius, and this cycle lasts several months, taking you into the new year. Getting things done with a partner is more rewarding and productive during this period. You seem to need someone to jump start or motivate your own efforts during this period. You will have to watch for putting so much effort into your relationships or into others’ needs that you ignore your own. You might also find that your close relationships can become tense without a project to put your energy into, or without an active focus and purpose. This morning is good for entertainment and a playful, cooperative mood. As the day advances, you prefer not to be idle, and you’re ready to put the work in.
Pisces
The morning is good for building emotional strength and self-esteem, dear Pisces, and for relationships with close loved ones and family. Quiet or behind the scenes activities seem to fare best. As the day advances, you’re ready to share yourself with the rest of the world! You’ve also just begun a cycle in which you show more commitment and dedication to your health and work. It’s a powerful time for taking better care of yourself, for firming up your daily routines, and for throwing yourself into work you enjoy. Adding a little more order or structure to your routines can be the key to healing, in fact. As well, you’re likely to find that you’re enjoying taking care of yourself and working hard during this cycle that lasts several months. Watch, however, for making too many personal sacrifices for others. Know and respect your limits.
*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,
If Your Birthday is October 20th, 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: Oct 20 2016 11:28 am
Event: Moon enters Cancer
Description: The Moon in Cancer
This is a good time for making or nurturing emotional connections, sharing feelings, and connecting with our imagination, warmth, compassion, and sensitivity. We might concentrate on home, family, and domestic matters now. Nurture others and also the self.
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 7:16 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 1:57 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Juno
There can be some inclination to manipulate others to further our own goals, which should be avoided. There may be indecision regarding feelings about a relationship. Alternatively, there can be a conundrum regarding family and a relationship.
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 7:16 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Sun
There is a nice feeling of harmony and a cooperative feel to this time. Better decision making. We represent ourselves well now. It’s easier to attract support, favorable responses, and positive experiences. We are less fearful and less defensive. This is a harmonious time.
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 8:46 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Ceres
We can be feeling pleasantly attached to, or supported by, our loved ones or family. We are seeking out security, nurturing, and warmth, and we are more likely to express these things towards others.
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 11:28 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Can
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Cancer
This is a good time for making or nurturing emotional connections, sharing feelings, and connecting with our imagination, warmth, compassion, and sensitivity. We might concentrate on home, family, and domestic matters now. Nurture others and also the self.
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 4:42 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Venus
Love relationships or feelings can be unsettled. There can be a conflict experienced between family and friends/lovers, or between comfort and the pursuit of pleasure. Try to relax and not obsess, and show restraint.
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 6:01 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Pal
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Pallas
We may be concerned about what others are thinking of us now, and can be sensitive to negativity and criticism, or what we perceive as such. We might not understand one another, and can be at odds with one another on a mental or intellectual level. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way.
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 3:48 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Opp Ura
Description: Transiting Mercury Opposition Transiting Uranus
Mental tension. Fixation on one point of view — rigidity of mind. Radical views challenged. Interrupted communications.
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 11:15 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Ura
Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Uranus
Date & Time: Oct 20 2016 7:30 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sat Sqq Cer
Description: Transiting Saturn SesquiSquare Transiting Ceres
There can be the need to organize, structure, or limit our family activities, emotions, or care of others at this time, and this can feel like a burden to some degree. Or, there can be a strong sense of duty associated with loved ones or caring for people in our lives, perhaps without a feeling that we are appreciated for our efforts. Decisions about family, health, or nutrition may need to be made now.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
CANCER STRONG
Nurturing, protective, tenacious, emotional, sensitive, watery, strong roots. Can be overly protective, unwilling to let go, timid, reclusive.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, a strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
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
The elements are balanced.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
Current Lunar Phase
LUNAR PHASE: DISSEMINATING
Moon 135 to 90 degrees behind the Sun.
Sharing our knowledge with the world is a major motivation at this stage. We believe we have gained much knowledge and wisdom through our experiences, and want to ensure others have the benefit as well.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on October 20th:
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 CANCER
You need nurturing. Under stress you may want to retire to the comfort of your home. You will form a strong bond with your mother. You may have difficulty in breaking away from home later in life.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE THE SUN Orb 2°37′ Separating
We are supportive, cooperative, open, genuine, and more relaxed than usual.
QUINCUNX VENUS Orb 2°33′ Applying
You attempt to cater for everyone around you. You need to be true to yourself and gently leave others to look after themselves.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN LIBRA
You are diplomatic, and have a strong need for peace and harmony. Beauty is important to you, and you could be vain.
28TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Bladder
Sabian Symbol: A man in deep gloom. Unnoticed, angels come to his help.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 4°47′ Applying
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 5°23′ Separating
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this, we could cause some problems. There could be restlessness and rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Exercising some restraint can help us to make needed changes.
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.
23RD DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Suprarenal veins
Sabian Symbol: Chanticleer salutes the rising sun with exuberant tones.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 0°35′ 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.
QUINCUNX CHIRON Orb 1°27′ Separating
There can be less confidence in our decisions temporarily. Words, or lack of, can hurt right now. There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax.
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.
3RD DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Ischia
Sabian Symbol: Two men playing chess.
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.
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 0°49′ Separating
You are resourceful and have a pool of enormous energy available when needed. You also have strong desires and a volcanic temper.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
9TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: Three old masters hanging in an art gallery.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°39′ 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.
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 3°46′ 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°11′ Applying
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 are able to 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.
25TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Coccyx, Fallopian tubes
Sabian Symbol: An x ray.
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.
29TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Auditory canal
Sabian Symbol: A celestial choir singing.
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 20 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Mars 15°Cp53 -24°35′
Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Cnj 16°Cp52 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Jup 08°Li50 -02°29′
Cnj 09°Li10 DIADEM To sacrifice oneself.
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp04 -21°26′
Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Jun 24°Sc26 -09°17′
Cnj 24°Sc01 AGENA The pain of learning
Aspects to Nod 11°Vi40 +07°10′
Cnj 11°Vi32 ZOSMA — A victim or a saviour
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