Summary:
- The Moon is in Sagittarius all day (until Tuesday, April 26th, at 7:54 PM).
- The Moon is in its Full Moon phase.
- A Full Moon occurred on the 22nd, and a Last Quarter Moon occurs on April 29th.
- Mercury is in its pre-retrograde shadow (Mercury will retrograde from April 28-May 22).
- Mars is retrograde (Mars is retrograde from April 17-June 29).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
You can be craving some extra adventure or intrigue in your life today, dear Aries, but the Moon’s alignment with Saturn may keep you from spontaneous exploration as you focus on more practical matters. Watch that you don’t take opinions expressed too seriously, but if you feel the need to do some deep or serious thinking, this can be a good time to do so. Instead of waiting for others to sense what you want or need, express yourself and take action, or wait for a more cooperative atmosphere to do so. There may be a question of whether a project is viable today, but this challenge may only serve to motivate you further to fine tune or to more doggedly pursue your goals.
Taurus
You may be doing some wrestling with expectations today, dear Taurus, particularly with people in your life. As much as you want clarity, emotions can be up and down and can temporarily interfere with judgment. You could be feeling a little unsupported right now. Some serious energy related to intimate or financial matters is likely today, and you can use this constructively for really getting to the bottom of a matter or doing some organizing work that gets you into better shape for making decisions. The day favors actions that are small and simple. It’s not always the best strategy to play it safe, but today it may very well be. Treat yourself and others with graciousness for best results.
Gemini
The Moon is in your partnership sector all day, dear Gemini, putting your focus quite squarely on a partner, relationship, or areas of imbalance in your life. Saturn is a longer-term guest in this same sector of your solar chart, and the Moon meeting Saturn can cast a rather serious or mature note to the day. You are more emotionally geared towards relating rather than producing today, but your interactions may at times be strained or reserved. Pay close attention to commitments you have made and do what you can to honor them, as this can serve to really lighten your load. Focus on coming to a state of balance and moderation, and aim to be fair and patient.
Cancer
The Moon transits your health, routine, and work sector all day, dear Cancer, meeting with Saturn and bringing duties to the forefront. You can feel quite motivated to take care of unfinished work or to get yourself/your body in shape, but distractions can be plenty. Think more carefully before going forward with important projects. Make sure that you truly know what you’re doing. Your mind is frequently busy these days even when you are not energetically active, but you are in better shape today if you turn your thoughts away from long-term plans and towards details and current or past projects that need special attention.
Leo
You may want, or need, to focus on one or two things and do them well today, dear Leo, but distractions can be plenty. For some of you, there could be a feeling of being left out of the fun, overworked, or otherwise drained. Try not to put too much pressure on yourself and aim to simplify as much as possible. Feelings for someone or for a project can be up and down, and this is a time for realigning your expectations. You can use the energies of the day productively and constructively by focusing your energy and aiming to meet responsibilities.
Virgo
There is self-protective energy to the day, dear Virgo, with the Moon in your solar fourth house all day and aligning with Saturn. There is a part of you that is especially vulnerable right now, so it’s probably best that you avoid situations in which a confrontation is likely. You can, in fact, find great strength from getting in better touch with your inner world. You can very successfully work on your “insides” today, or at least aim to work from the inside out in order to center yourself and find a balance. This time favors healing and repairing efforts, and the reworking of current resources. Give family and home life, as well as personal matters, adequate attention, but try not to go overboard to the point that it feels burdensome. The key to being effective is to do your best, but in moderation.
Libra
The Moon aligns with Saturn in your communications sector today, dear Libra, reminding you to listen more than you speak as there can be something important to learn now. However, something said today can stir up all sorts of issues, as well as defensiveness. Before it spirals out of control, consider whether or not it’s better to simply move on. Arguments entered into today can reach stalemates, partly because you are very conflicted inside. Today, it’s better to focus on practical affairs rather than riding on the emotion of the moment. Constructive and possibly instructive conversations can be had now, and you may stumble upon truly helpful, practical information.
Scorpio
There can be a good feeling of security coming from the ability to be productive today, dear Scorpio, although there can be some distractions, particularly on emotional levels. Worries about your resources and your income may be more frequent these days with Saturn in your solar second house. However, it also makes you stronger about standing up to people who have not shown you respect or who weren’t valuing you, and gives you real motivation to get your affairs into order. You have been working on your effectiveness in the world, and learning exactly what has been holding you back from achieving the results you want. Earthy, grounding activities are your best bet, as these things serve to keep you in the “here and now” and remind you of the value of what you already have. A conservative or moderate approach may be difficult but is ideal now.
Sagittarius
You can be especially focused on your emotional needs today with the Moon in your sign all day, dear Sagittarius, and this is important now, although it’s best to do so in moderation. With the Moon and Saturn meeting up in your sign, your responsibilities can weigh heavily on your mind, and with the Moon also square Jupiter and Neptune today, you can be up and down with expectations. It can be a bit of a balancing act getting to a place of moderation now. Your need for attention is best sated in a mature fashion. Waiting for people to intuit your problems and needs simply won’t work in your favor at the moment. If you have a problem, it’s best to state it directly rather than to hope that others will figure it out. It’s a good time for taking care of your duties and obligations, as this will improve your self-confidence.
Capricorn
With the Moon in your privacy sector all day, dear Capricorn, you may be feeling a little anonymous or invisible, and this gives you the chance to catch up. Find time to unwind, or for quiet times with yourself when you can eliminate the excess clutter in your mind. With peace and quiet comes more opportunities to listen to your inner voice. Today, you may feel compelled to distinguish between fact and fancy, but it can be difficult. You have some work to do, and this involves identifying the weak areas of your life in the form of attitudes and circumstances that undermine your progress and don’t allow you to move on with confidence.
Aquarius
The Moon transits your friendship sector all day, dear Aquarius, stimulating the need to be around like-minded people. There can be a need to tend to duties and responsibilities today that force you to detach yourself from emotions in order to get things done, but emotions can be up and down and very distracting. While you are inclined to pull yourself out of difficult feelings, watch that they don’t drive your behavior behind the scenes. Receiving a lesson about your own limitations might frustrate at first, but it can also help to bring expectations into the realizable zone.
Pisces
The Moon is at the top of your solar chart today, dear Pisces, reminding you to do your best and to be proud of what you do. With Saturn in this sector for some time now (and into the future as well), this can sometimes feel like pressure, particularly related to career, life path, reputation, and performance. The Moon aligns with Saturn today, bringing emotions into the equation, which can add a little extra weight to your obligations. As you identify what truly needs to be done, however, you are likely to feel clearer and more empowered. Getting things done is important to your sense of satisfaction today.
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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: 25 Apr 2016 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Sagittarius
Description: The Moon in Sagittarius
This is a time for expanding our mind and experience, exploring new pathways, aiming high, and broadening our horizons. It’s not as strong for detail or routine work. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.
Date & Time: 25 Apr 2016 1:45 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Mars
Emotions are all-consuming. We desire adventure, change, and action. We can be hasty and rash, but if we use common sense as well, it can be a good time for getting the courage to do something brave. Instinctive reactions are quick. Courage, mon brave! Make those quick decisions. It’s a time for showing leadership skills.
Date & Time: 25 Apr 2016 3:01 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ven
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Venus
We can feel a little out of sorts. Our needs for pleasure, love, or entertainment may be at odds with our needs for comfort and familiarity, and we can be on the fence about what to do next. Overspending or overeating is possible.
Date & Time: 25 Apr 2016 7:25 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Neptune
There can be confusion, misunderstanding, or some level of chaos and uncertainty. Avoid money transactions or new business initiatives – it can be difficult to think clearly. There may be deception or self-deception to deal with. We might have an emotional urge to escape. Feeling out of sorts and don’t know why? Relax and listen to some inspirational music. Honor your need to feed your more refined or spiritual side, and the difficult feelings will soon fade away.
Date & Time: 25 Apr 2016 11:41 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Jupiter
We may not be very realistic right now – there can be some exaggeration. Minor annoyances are possible now. Contrariness or disagreements. This is not an ideal time for publicity, promotion, or legal matters. We can experience injustices. We are less inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. This is a time to show some restraint. Grandiosity is not appreciated right now, and excess doesn’t go over well either. With a little self-control we can learn about what truly makes us happy.
Date & Time: 25 Apr 2016 3:46 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Saturn
There can be stronger awareness of our responsibilities, or new responsibilities fall into our laps. Emotions may be cooled, and we can appear to be unsympathetic. A time for making lists. Emotional matters may not fare very well. There can be some loneliness or starkness felt. An auspicious time for projects demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: 25 Apr 2016 10:22 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqq Nod
Description: Transiting Sun SesquiSquare Transiting North Node
This can sometimes correlate with a need to let go of a project, relationship, attitude, or conditions that have now become troublesome or counterproductive.
Date & Time: 25 Apr 2016 12:40 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ves Tri Nod
Description: Transiting Vesta Trine Transiting North Node
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.
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
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: FULL MOON
Moon 180 to 135 degrees behind the Sun.
We are concerned mainly with the nature of relationships and are made aware of recent imbalances. Something can come to fruition. Our concern is not limited to personal relationships, but relationships of all kinds. Our cards are on the table.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on April 25th:
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 SAGITTARIUS
This is a time for expanding our mind and experience, exploring new pathways, aiming high, and broadening our horizons. It’s not as strong for detail or routine work. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 5°12′ Separating
Emotions are all-consuming. We desire adventure, change, and action. We can be hasty and rash, but if we use common sense as well, it can be a good time for getting the courage to do something brave. Instinctive reactions are quick.
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 0°09′ Separating
We may not be very realistic right now, which can lead to moodiness, as we are more invested in our dreams and expectations.
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 1°55′ Applying
There can be stronger awareness of our responsibilities, or new responsibilities fall into our laps. Emotions may be cooled, and we can appear to be unsympathetic.
TRINE URANUS Orb 7°38′ Applying
We are open to new ideas, ways of expressing ourselves and our feelings. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our hearts or our emotional awareness.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°18′ Separating
We may feel a need to escape or to rewrite our lives in various ways – by seeing what we want to see, for example. This is a short time in which there can be lack of clarity. Emotional and physical sensitivity.
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.
6TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Larynx
Sabian Symbol: A bridge being built across a gorge.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
QUINCUNX MARS Orb 2°37′ Applying
You have difficulty getting the drive to achieve your goals. You find the motivation one moment and then the next you are onto something else. The challenge is to use your willpower so that you can achieve success.
TRINE JUPITER Orb 7°40′ Applying
There can be a nice, healthy feeling of optimism and confidence now. We might promote, publish, advertise, or market with greater success. We are generous and tolerant, giving people the benefit of the doubt, expecting the best from others and from ourselves. We can see the big picture.
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.
24TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Upper jaw
Sabian Symbol: A warrior rides proudly.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE PLUTO Orb 5°41′ Separating
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.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 0°26′ Applying
There is more sensitivity to what is communicated, and how it’s communicated. We are looking at things in a more holistic way.
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.
25TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 3°17′ Separating
You are determined to be recognised as an individual within your personal relationships. You will not allow anyone to curb your sense of freedom. You tend to get bored and restless in traditional relationships. You want fun, spontaneity and intellectual stimulation from your partners.
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.
9TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right lymphatic vessels
Sabian Symbol: A mother with her children on stairs.
ASPECTS OF MARS
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°54′ Separating
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 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 2°04′ 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 2°09′ 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 3°55′ Separating
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 7°14′ 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)
16TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left iliac vein
Sabian Symbol: Sea gulls watching a ship.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 5°43′ Separating
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 NEPTUNE Orb 4°13′ 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).
22ND DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cheek muscles
Sabian Symbol: The gate to the garden of desire.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 3°52′ 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.
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).
24TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: An inhabited island.
ASPECTS OF CHIRON
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°49′ 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.
21ST DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Arteries of nasal cavities
Sabian Symbol: Moving finger points to significant passages in a book.
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.
30TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Connections in lower leg
Sabian Symbol: Moon-lit fields, once babylon, are blooming white.
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.
8TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Scrotum, left Fallopian tube
Sabian Symbol: The moon shining across a lake.
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.
5TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: The eyes, left and right
Sabian Symbol: A triangle with wings.
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.
21ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic duct
Sabian Symbol: A girl’s basketball team.
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.
21ST DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left fibula muscle
Sabian Symbol: A little white lamb, a child and a servant.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits 25 Apr 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Plu 17°Cp28 -20°50′
Cnj 16°Cp51 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
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