Summary:
We may be questioning ourselves and second-guessing plans today. It’s a time for making adjustments.
- The Moon is in Gemini until 12:25 AM.
- The Moon is void until 12:25 AM (since 1:37 AM yesterday).
- The Moon is in Cancer from 12:25 AM forward (until Saturday, April 25th, at 9:12 AM).
- The Moon is waxing, and is in its Waxing Crescent phase.
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
Today’s energies are complicated for practical affairs, Aries. Go over documents and communications carefully before finalizing them. It’s not a day for new beginnings, but rather one for making adjustments and important edits – ones that may be ignored or overlooked on other days. Decision making can certainly suffer, but it’s largely because you’re not ready to form a bottom line. Minor financial or legal complications are possible right now, and your outlook may be on the negative side. It’s important to take things step by step today and to focus on priorities and essentials.
Taurus
Others don’t readily let you have your way today, Taurus, which can be frustrating, but possibly a blessing in disguise. Slowing down is important now. There can be a responsibility to fill that comes out of left field, or a feeling that you’ve neglected one, and for some of you, concerned that someone is disapproving or keeping something from you. The need to make adjustments to your plans can be especially annoying after a few days of relative free sailing, but they can in fact be vital to success. Make edits, refinements, or simply wait things out.
Gemini
You might feel a strong desire to be on your own or to take some extra down time today, Gemini, but others may be calling you out on promises or simply pushing you to be involved. This is a time of year for identifying the deadwood in your life and letting go of bad habits and attitudes. It can also be a time for wrapping up projects. However, you also need more personal space in order to do all of this, and others may not be very sensitive to this need right now. The Moon moves into your solar second house today, however, and this tends to have the effect of steadying emotions and getting you into a rather practical frame of mind.
Cancer
Problems encountered now are simply reality checks, Cancer, and slow you down enough to make important refinements. Some social awkwardness is likely today, so if you can, avoid scheduling important interviews, events, or even serious conversations for now. Timing is off. However, the Moon moves into your sign very early today and finds nice channels for expression, suggesting you might be able to express yourself rather freely despite the social and work hiccups. You may feel a little out of the loop in your relationships, but you can be very much in tune with your own feelings and coming to interesting conclusions.
Leo
The Moon moves into your privacy sector today, Leo, making it quite natural for some form of withdrawal or emotional renewal. Your initial instinct might need some refining before taking action today, as energy is complicated now. Avoid mixing personal and professional matters. While work, studies, or family obligations can feel burdensome, you also have opportunities to grow through your experiences. While the desire to escape is strong, you’ll be better off trying to make peace with the past.
Virgo
Recent days have found you feeling freer and more confident, Virgo, but today you could be feeling hesitant or uncertain. Alternatively, family responsibilities may seem to block your plans. With the Sun in your adventure sector, you are letting more spontaneity into your life, but Saturn is forming an awkward angle to the Sun today, reminding you of your limits and duties. While you could be feeling quite weighed down by a reality check of sorts, these checkpoints are important times for slowing down long enough to see where you may be making errors.
Libra
While there has been very take-charge energy with us recently, Libra, today might be thought of as a time for making refinements to our plans and adjustments to our lives. Conversations may not be especially satisfying, as they can be a little too analytical or critical. Do your best to observe rather than jump into new endeavors and important conversations. Also, if you catch yourself criticizing when you could be doing something more constructive, try to tame the urge. Use your enhanced ability to see flaws for good use.
Scorpio
Socially, your life has been picking up pace recently, Scorpio, but don’t read too much into today’s apparent slowdown. You could be second-guessing a partner, a plan, or even yourself. Try to use this temporary block as a chance to catch your breath, as well as to come to a more realistic assessment of a relationship or project. You may need to first entertain an overly negative point of view in order to get to the middle ground. Don’t let insecurity prevent you from opportunity, but do wait for a better day to actively pursue your desires. While the day is complicated and timing can be off, it’s a good time for thinking in new ways and for taking a break from the action in order to rethink a few things.
Sagittarius
You could be second-guessing yourself or your ability to handle your work or daily affairs effectively just for now, Sagittarius. You might temporarily feel motivation or energy levels wane. Timing may be off in general. While this is not an ideal day to elect for a new endeavor, important conversation, or interview, it’s a good time for getting assorted things done. You are seeing the flaws now, and this helps you to know what needs fixing before you move forward. There can be more of this type of energy while Saturn is in your sign, and it’s helpful for getting your life into smoother running order.
Capricorn
There has been more courageous and confident energy with you in the last few days, Capricorn. Try not to let today’s somewhat challenging or awkward energy discourage you. Instead, let it slow you down long enough to make important refinements and adjustments to your plans. There can be some matters to handle from the past that need your attention, or feelings of guilt and unrest to deal with. Children or a romantic partner might be a little difficult to please, or you could find insecurity or responsibility prevents you from doing what you want to do and expressing yourself openly and naturally.
Aquarius
While the last few days have been forward-looking, Aquarius, today brings more responsibility or a reality check of sorts. Current blocks, while temporary, do point you in the right direction in terms of what types of adjustments and edits you need to make. When Saturn is challenging, as it is today, it’s better to keep a lower profile, do things by the book, and work through your duties as best as you can rather than attempting to break new ground or start things anew. You may want nothing more than to stay at home or keep to yourself today, but the outside world and duties call you. Relationship bumps and bruises may be in the mix today, but it’s best to be flexible.
Pisces
Recent days have likely been quite focused and smooth, Pisces, but today, you are more likely to slow down and possibly deal with some blocks, whether these come from bad timing or poor planning. While it’s too easy to focus on what’s not working in your life at the moment, better use of your energy would be to work on straightening out problems and details. You could be especially interested in working on your pet interests and projects, but outside duties tend to call. It’s not an ideal day for getting support or gaining cooperation from others, and it’s important to watch for what you say in professional arenas.
*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 the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 0:25 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: 23 Apr 2015 0:25 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: 23 Apr 2015 1:09 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Pallas
We can be at odds with one another over a mental or intellectual matter, belief, or idea now. It takes extra effort to understand one another.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 1:44 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Mercury
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 3:16 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Mar
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 4:08 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Mer
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Mercury
What feels right clashes with logic today. What people are saying may be a misrepresentation of their true feelings/emotions. It’s better to think before we speak, or misunderstandings can follow.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 5:48 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Sun
This is a harmonious time. People are more cooperative and supportive than usual. Things seem to flow more easily, and confidence is natural.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 7:11 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Saturn
This is a brief period of uncertainty, guilt, fear of not performing well, fear of rejection, a feeling that others will not support or fulfill our needs/desires, or a sense that something can’t be achieved. Patience is a virtue right now. Otherwise we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness. All good things come to those who wait.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 9:13 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Ceres
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 5:22 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Neptune
This is a feel-good time if we allow ourselves to relax and tune into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We absorb things easily, our senses are in good form, and we more naturally accept things and people as they are. There is no need to look for definite answers right now.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 6:27 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting North Node
This is the trigger for out with the old and in with the new. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now. Plans could need reworking. We could feel temporarily out of the loop.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 6:58 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Jupiter
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 11:17 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Vesta
We can derive a nice feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment from tending to our responsibilities, work, or other commitment. We are more able to make sacrifices or put our emotions aside in order to get something important done. Alternatively, we can bring more sensitivity to our practical affairs. This can be a good time to commit fully to something – especially health and healing matters. It’s also a strong time for taking care of domestic matters.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 11:16 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Qnx Sat
Description: Transiting Sun Quincunx Transiting Saturn
A reality check prompts us to make adjustments.
Date & Time: 23 Apr 2015 6:56 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Sat
Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Saturn
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
CANCER STRONG
Nurturing, protective, tenacious, emotional sensitive, watery, strong roots. Can be overly protective, unwilling to let go, timid, reclusive.
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.
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 April 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 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 life time).
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 NEPTUNE Orb 2°52′ Applying
You are a highly intuitive person with a gentle manner. You have an unusual level of sensitivity to other people’s feelings. You need to make sure that you do not idealise other people. You have creative and artistic talents.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Uvula
Sabian Symbol: The rainbow’s pot of gold.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
QUINCUNX SATURN Orb 0°29′ Applying
You have difficulty adhering to rules and regulations in your life. You need to make adjustments so that you can incorporate reasonable structures.
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 MARS Orb 0°49′ Separating
You are a forthright and powerful speaker. You enjoy a thought-provoking discussion.
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 4°42′ Separating
You have many so many ideas and plans that you are not sure which ones to follow. You make promises you can’t keep, although your intentions are good.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 2°06′ Separating
You have a probing mind and an ability to assess situations rapidly. Your words are straight to the point. You enjoy delving beyond the superficial.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 2°17′ Applying
You can be soothing and caring when you speak to people. You enjoy learning about health and healing.
VENUS
VENUS IN GEMINI
You are curious and flirtatious, and enjoy intellectual relationships with exchanges of ideas. Communicating within a relationship is important to you. You can be restless, and sometimes gets bored. You may have many money-making schemes.
14TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Clavicle
Sabian Symbol: Two people, living far apart, in telepathic communication.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 0°58′ Separating
You have the ability to set goals and reach them with the help of your loved ones.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 4°45′ Separating
You are idealistic and unrealistic when it comes to personal relationships. Consequently you often feel disillusioned and sorry for yourself. You blame others for their perceived lack of understanding. You need to develop a healthy respect for yourself and others based on realistic expectations.
QUINCUNX PLUTO Orb 1°37′ Applying
You find personal relationships stressful tending to become intensely involved with your loved ones. You need to develop moderation.
MARS
MARS IN TAURUS
You have strong personal desires, although you will usually follow a reliable course of action in attaining those desires. You are stubborn if opposed.
17TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Thyroid gland and tonsils
Sabian Symbol: A symbolical battle between `swords’ and `torches’.
ASPECTS OF MARS
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 3°52′ Separating
You need to spend a lot of time developing self discipline as your impulsiveness may be an impediment to reaching your goals.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 1°16′ Separating
You have a high energy level and a call to right the wrongs you see around you.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 3°07′ Applying
You have the opportunity to be an empathetic and powerful leader of the downtrodden people of the world.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LEO
You are benevolent, generous and fun loving. You are on an enthusiastic search for creative expression. You may also have a love of children.
13TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right ventricle of heart
Sabian Symbol: An old sea captain rocking on the porch of his cottage.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE URANUS Orb 4°29′ Separating
You have an enormous ability and energy to achieve your goals. You set out to make changes in society and can do much. You avoid restriction and may live an unconventional life, breaking new ground in ways of living.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
You may be committed to higher education and have a strict moral code. You are also an easygoing and optimistic worker.
4TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Femur
Sabian Symbol: A little child learning to walk.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
(1928 – 1934) It is important to note that Uranus spends a long time in each sign, and therefore the interpretation applies to a generation rather than the individual. For a more individual interpretation look at the house position. This is the generation of initiative and spontaneity. It indicates the breaking down of old structures and the emerging of the new.
18TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Nerve connections – synapses
Sabian Symbol: An empty hammock.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 1°53′ Separating
Your generation works hard to use your power to right the wrongs you perceive in society. First you must learn to control that power in your own life.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
It is important to note that Neptune takes about 164 years to make a complete cycle, spending about thirteen years in each sign. Therefore the interpretation of Neptune in the Sign applies to a generation rather than the individual. For a more individual interpretation look at the house position. This generation may possess the ability to be at-one with God. They may be able to express their spirituality through visions and art. They may also be inspirational teachers, conscious of wholeness.
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
It is important to note that Pluto takes about 248 years to make a complete cycle, spending 12 to 32 years in each sign. Therefore the interpretation of Pluto in its sign applies to a generation rather than the individual. For a more individual interpretation look at the house position. This is the generation of a change in world government. This generation will posses the ability to transform old structures into new and enduring ones.
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
You will have difficulty gaining your own sense of individuality. You have an ability to feel others’ pain and may need to detach and meditate. You may also suffer from your own deep and personal grief. You may work for or serve within a healing institution.
20TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right fibula muscle
Sabian Symbol: A table set for an evening meal.
VESTA
VESTA IN PISCES
You work best when you are striving for service to humanity. You are committed to making the world a better place for everyone. You feel overwhelmed by work unless you focus on service to others.
13TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A sword in a museum.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN CAPRICORN
You possess wisdom and the ability to structure your thoughts. Your mind copes well with plans and you like to put things in their proper place.
1ST DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right patella
Sabian Symbol: A leader claims power from the assembled tribe.
JUNO
JUNO IN LEO
You want to be proud of your partner, and for them to take pride in you. You want to have fun, romance, and creativity within your relationship.
9TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Superior vena cava
Sabian Symbol: Glass blowers shape with their breath glowing forms.
CERES
CERES IN AQUARIUS
You feel cared for when others accept and encourage your sense of individuality. You feel comforted when surrounded by groups of people. You teach others to accept their eccentricities.
5TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Nerve of right fibula
Sabian Symbol: A council of ancestors.
HYGEIA
HYGEIA IN CANCER
Your health may be closely linked to your home environment. Any disruptions in the home may spark bouts of ill health. You may be concerned for your family’s health.
11TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Gastric veins
Sabian Symbol: A clown making grimaces.
ASTRAEA
ASTRAEA IN TAURUS
You are apt to become stuck in your ways and oppose change. You prefer the comfort and safety of things known to the insecurity of the new.
17TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Thyroid gland and tonsils
Sabian Symbol: A symbolical battle between `swords’ and `torches’.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LIBRA
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
10TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A canoe approaching safety through dangerous waters.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN ARIES
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
10TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eyeball
Sabian Symbol: A scholar creates new forms for ancient symbols.
*** ASPECTS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 23 Apr 2015 – Event Chart
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp32 -20°28′
Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Nod 09°Li45 -03°52′
Cnj 09°Li10 DIADEM To sacrifice oneself.
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