Summary:
- The Moon is in Leo all day (until Saturday, May 14th, at 1:51 AM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
- A New Moon occurred on the 6th, and a First Quarter Moon will occur tomorrow.
- Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from April 28-May 22).
- Mars is retrograde (Mars is retrograde from April 17-June 29).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
Good energy is with you for communicating your ideas and feelings, dear Aries. Personal influence and powers of persuasion are especially strong. New insight into old matters, particularly related to business, work, and finances, can come now – and it can be very helpful. There are both playful and serious energies with you today, and both are pleasing. You are exploring different ways of building your sense of value and worthiness. Ultimately, you could be finding ways to increase your income or your earning potential, but at the moment, it’s more about the details and the beginnings of new ideas that will one day blossom. Work at editing and revising can be wonderful now.
Taurus
Your instincts for what works best for you, particularly related to relationships, interactions, and creative efforts, dear Taurus, are in great form now. You may be feeling especially motivated, and you speak with much authority. If you can benefit from persuasion, this is a great time for it! You’ll find it rather easy to gain support or followers now. You could revisit decisions or opportunities related to travel, education, publishing, and legal matters. Your personal belief system continues to deepen. This is a powerful time for reworking and refining old methods and procedures. A romantic connection may deepen now, and you could be dealing or meeting with people from your past or with whom you have unfinished business.
Gemini
Your inner world and dreaming mind are very rich and active today, dear Gemini. There can be breakthroughs and new thinking/insights, particularly related to past problems that seem to now work in your favor. There can be sudden memories and deeper thinking that can be exciting. Conversations tend to be quite meaningful or thought-provoking. You are also quite persuasive now, and particularly good at getting others to open up or share ideas and memories with you. Private time is helpful now, although you are likely to feel quite connected with others.
Cancer
New perspectives on the past today can lead to visions of your future that motivate and inspire you, dear Cancer. This is a strong day for sorting out problems. You can feel quite supported and positive, and conversations, while deep, can be encouraging and helpful. You can give great advice today, or you can inspire or be inspired by friends and connections. You may be reorganizing or making changes now, particularly related to group efforts, long-term plans, or your social calendar. All of these things may be especially helpful going forward, even if it’s hard to see at the moment.
Leo
Your passions are aroused today, dear Leo, and motivation can return to plans already set in motion. This can be a powerful day for persuasion, work, and business efforts. Some of you could be gaining appreciation or recognition for your work or perhaps even projects that you’ve done in the past and forgot about. You may be seeing past career projects or goals in a new light. You have a good head for practical matters, but you are also doing a lot of reading between the lines which can help you to understand both situations and people in your life. You can feel almost fearless when it comes to solving problems and addressing troubles today. The Moon is in your sign all day, animating your feelings.
Virgo
You can gain important insight into a problem in your life today, dear Virgo, and this can really motivate you to make positive changes in your attitude and outlook. Your energy levels are strong, particularly mentally.
Your powers to persuade, influence, lead, and break ground are wonderful. Today and tomorrow, you have an eye for good deals and investments, particularly related to projects already in progress. You can be feeling quite passionate about an idea, cause, study, or creative project right now. You may be pleasantly pushing the limits when it comes to creativity and feeling.
Libra
There can be a tendency to get to the very heart of matters today, dear Libra, and you can even experience an emotional renaissance of sorts now. You are seeing past matters and relationships in new ways, and important realizations can emerge now. You may be considering quitting a bad habit or putting a grievance behind you. It’s a little easier for you to talk about personal matters than usual. You are seeing things on many different levels, and this helps your overall understanding of a problem, situation, person, or even your own motivations. Financial matters can come into focus for some of you, and you may find some form of treasure in your research or from an unexpected source. For others, an intimate conversation can be very revealing.
Scorpio
Your ruling planet, Pluto, is in good shape these days, dear Scorpio, connecting with the Sun, Venus, and Mercury in pleasant ways. This can have the effect of boosting your appeal in interesting ways, as people are appreciating your natural style of approaching and understanding situations. Today, there can be new levels reached with people in your life, particularly through meaningful insights and conversations. Your instincts for sharing power in your relationships are right on the mark. You have the power of persuasion and strong observation skills on your side today. Some of you might reconnect with an old friend or partner, or reach a new understanding of a past relationship. You might also be breathing new life into old projects and studies.
Sagittarius
This is a strong time for investing your emotions and energy into something small that’s sure to grow as you move forward, dear Sagittarius. You’re in a more patient frame of mind now, and while you may not know exactly where you’re going with a new idea or old project, you can be feeling quite confident that you’re moving in the right direction. You are almost fearless when it comes to tackling problems that may have eluded you in the past. You can make empowering improvements to your daily routines and self-care programs. Editing, revising, and reviewing are particularly favored right now. You can make significant headway in business or other projects already in progress.
Capricorn
Today and tomorrow are especially strong for personal persuasion, conviction, and motivation, dear Capricorn. This is a good time for reviving old interests and ideas. Teaching and learning are strongly favored. You’re certainly feeling more excited about sharing yourself with others and more willing to express how you feel. Today is strong for new insight into old problems, projects, and relationships. When it comes to cultivating and enhancing old connections, you’re in very good shape. You are seeing things and people in terms of layers, and your ability to size up a situation is excellent as a result. Romantic passions can be pleasantly stimulated.
Aquarius
This can be a great time for gaining new insight into your own motivations and inner desires, dear Aquarius. Conversations can quickly turn intimate, deep, or meaningful today, as you have little interest in small talk at the moment. Fortunately, you could uncover exciting information now, and this can change your thinking in powerful ways. This is also a good time for rediscovering old projects or reviving old interests, particularly in your personal life, with family, and in and around your home. There can be vivid memories and important discoveries. You may be facing up to a neglected area of your life that now seems quite important to revisit – and you have much to gain in the process.
Pisces
This can be a wonderful time for new thinking about, or insights into, friendships and goals, dear Pisces. You can feel reinvigorated from a connection or project from your past that is now looking more manageable or attractive. There is a strong desire to bond and connect on deeper than usual levels with others, and conversations tend to reflect this – they can quickly become passionate or deep, in a largely pleasant way. You are expressing yourself in different, powerful ways, and getting your message across rather well. You can have much success with designing, writing, and teaching.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign.
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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 (for the astrology of the week, see This Week in Astrology):
Date & Time: 12 May 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: 12 May 2016 0:42 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: 12 May 2016 1:59 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nod
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting North Node
There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.
Date & Time: 12 May 2016 2:49 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Mars
We are more courageous and able to take the lead. We are in tune with our natural desires and instincts. We express our feelings honestly. We are independent, resourceful, and brave.
Date & Time: 12 May 2016 3:19 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Venus
Date & Time: 12 May 2016 10:38 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: 12 May 2016 12:32 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Trine 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: 12 May 2016 3:07 pm
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: 12 May 2016 8:29 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: 12 May 2016 11:20 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Venus
Romantic matters can be unsettled, or we can be a little insecure in our relationships. It can be difficult to show restraint. An indulgent, moody time. Hypersensitivity.
Date & Time: 12 May 2016 5:13 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Pll Ves
Description: Transiting Mercury Parallel Transiting Vesta
Date & Time: 12 May 2016 10:45 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Tri Plu
Description: Transiting Mercury Trine Transiting Pluto
This is a good time for serious and determined study and investigation. We are drawn to looking for truths and to unexplored topics and ideas. Penetrating conversation. Power in speech. Persuasion. Talk of change and sexuality. Psychological issues. Exposure.
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
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.
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
AIR WEAK
We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.
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 WEAK
This is not a time that we tend to naturally initiate actions. We may be stronger at following up than starting anew. Survival mechanisms may be weaker now.
FIXED STRONG
We are thinking about the long view, seeking out security and stability rather than change. We may be committed, focused, resistant to making changes, and stubborn.
LUNAR PHASE: CRESCENT
Moon 45 to 90 degrees ahead of the Sun.
This is an eager, impulsive, and progressive time. We are motivated and ready to take on challenges.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on May 12th:
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
SQUARE VENUS Orb 5°28′ Applying
There could be clashes between the desire for familiarity and the need for pleasure. Overindulgence or overspending possible.
TRINE MARS Orb 5°05′ Separating
Feelings and desires seem to be in sync, making this a good time to take purposeful action. Healthy competition, resourcefulness, courage.
TRINE SATURN Orb 4°34′ 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°40′ Applying
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 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.
23RD DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Teeth
Sabian Symbol: A jewellery shop filled with the most magnificent jewels.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 4°45′ Separating
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 6°46′ Applying
We take pride in our ability to relate well with others or to smooth over differences now. Graciousness, diplomacy, charm, and some superficiality are themes. This is a good period for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance, all things considered.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 5°00′ Separating
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.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 2°00′ Applying
You will be able to help others with your ability to understand their pain.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN TAURUS
You place importance on traditional knowledge. You learn in a slow, methodical and hands-on manner. You stick to old ideas and may fear having to learn anything new.
18TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Lymph vessels
Sabian Symbol: A woman airing a linen bag through a sunny window.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 2°01′ Applying
We are more agreeable, sociable, and focused on balance and harmony. Conversations flow nicely.
TRINE JUPITER Orb 4°19′ Applying
Good judgment. Taking in the full picture. Speculative thought. Positive thinking. Interest in learning. Teaching.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 0°15′ Applying
This is a good time for serious and determined study and investigation. We are drawn to looking for truths and to unexplored topics and ideas.
VENUS
VENUS IN TAURUS
For you romance and reliability go hand in hand. You approach relationships slowly and steadily, looking for someone who will prove solid and secure. You enjoy sensuality, and are reliable with finances.
16TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Carotid arteries
Sabian Symbol: An old man attempting vainly to reveal the mysteries.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE JUPITER Orb 2°17′ Separating
You have a talent for putting other people at their ease. Your natural enthusiasm is contagious. Your larger-than-life schemes have a habit of always paying off.
QUINCUNX SATURN Orb 0°54′ Separating
You fear commitment in your personal relationships often resorting to hard work as a way of avoiding intimacy. You need to make adjustments to allow time for your relationships.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 1°46′ Applying
We’re a better judge of value right now — who and what are important to us. We might see one another, and our relationships, in a different light. We could reconnect with someone or improve an existing bond. We could be up for a challenge now. Increased insight in relationships, with money, and in business.
MARS
MARS IN SAGITTARIUS
You are an inspirational leader, and have a strong desire for exploration and adventure. You may be one-pointed in your desires.
5TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right femoral artery
Sabian Symbol: An old owl up in a tree.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN VIRGO
You have a strong desire to be of service, and high religious or spiritual ideals. You may also have an obsession with detailed perfection.
14TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic arteries
Sabian Symbol: A family tree.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE SATURN Orb 1°23′ Applying
We are faced with the need to temper our enthusiasm or to slow down to avoid overextending ourselves. This is a time for clarifying and editing projects and goals. We may need to cut back on something in order to grow in another area. Patience is required now.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 1°30′ Applying
We may be misled easily under this influence–by others, or by our own unrealistic or inflated expectations. Routine seems to be particularly unsatisfying now, as we are inclined to want to find more meaning in what we’re doing.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 4°04′ Applying
You are enthusiastic about so many things, and have ambition to succeed. You naturally find yourself in leadership positions and react well to them.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 6°21′ Applying
Your current life challenge is to embrace adventure. You may find yourself in situations which inspire you to see the big picture. Inspiring others, possibly through preaching or teaching, may be part of your life’s destiny. Benevolent groups may also play a key role.
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)
15TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right iliac vein
Sabian Symbol: The ground hog looking for its shadow.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°53′ Applying
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.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°55′ Separating
A time for making sweeping changes and for adapting to changes in order to progress. This is a time for revising, altering, overhauling, and purging. We can experience tension, fear, and pressure, but also a sense of liberation from over-attachments and situations that have been holding us back from growth.
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)
12TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of right foot
Sabian Symbol: An examination of initiates.
ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 7°52′ 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).
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.
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).
25TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: The purging of the priesthood.
ASPECTS OF CHIRON
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 4°42′ Separating
You have a tendency to become stuck in a mire of self-pity, seeing only the pain and suffering in life. You need to develop the caring and sensitive side of your nature for the good of others.
VESTA
VESTA IN TAURUS
You have the ability to work in a stable and persistent manner. You are committed to working in a comfortable and predictable manner. You need to avoid becoming inflexible.
29TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Deltoid muscle and main neck muscles
Sabian Symbol: Two cobblers working at a table.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN PISCES
You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.
4TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Nerves of left foot
Sabian Symbol: Heavy traffic on a narrow isthmus linking two seaside resorts.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Testicles, right side of uterus
Sabian Symbol: A youth holding a lighted candle.
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.
11TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Optic nerve
Sabian Symbol: The president of the country.
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.
20TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Bile duct
Sabian Symbol: An automobile caravan.
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.
20TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right fibula muscle
Sabian Symbol: A table set for an evening meal.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits 12 May 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Plu 17°Cp20 -20°52′
Cnj 16°Cp51 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Pal 03°Pi24 +11°22′
Cnj 04°Pi05 FOMALHAUT *** Success through noble ideals
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