Summary:
Early today, our communications or thoughts could challenge our vulnerabilities, but what is exposed now can help us to see what needs work and attention. As the day advances, we’re more inclined to look for the silver lining.
- The Moon is in Libra until 5:24 AM.
- The Moon is void until 5:24 AM (since 10:56 PM yesterday).
- The Moon is in Scorpio from 5:24 AM forward (until Saturday, August 22nd, at 4:40 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
- A New Moon occurred on the 14th and a First Quarter Moon will occur on the 22nd.
- Venus is retrograde (Venus is retrograde from July 25-September 6).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries

This morning can bring an uncomfortable revelation or extra sensitive emotions, dear Aries, particularly regarding work. You have a hard time hearing what appears to be criticism now. Deal with troubles as fearlessly as possible, but also with self-honesty for best results. You are especially sensitive to imbalances of almost any kind, but particularly in your personal space and in the body. You could be filled with creative spirit, however, as the day advances, and there can be excitement at the thought of really sinking your teeth into a project or even a hobby or pleasure that means something to you. There is also good energy for personal appeal and healthy interactions from midday forward.
Taurus

You can be especially sensitive to imbalances in your social or love life in the first half of the day, dear Taurus, and it’s possible that something that’s communicated to you touches a nerve or sets off your insecurities. What you thought you believed may now be questioned. However, it’s important to wait out forming final conclusions, and it’s also a good idea to examine what seems to be triggering vulnerable spots, as you can learn a lot about yourself through interactions with others and the reactions that come of them. As the day advances, there can be pleasurable feelings, particularly involving cherished memories. Some of you could have experiences that fill in the blanks of matters that were previously left hanging or unsolved.
Gemini

Communications or even thoughts can open up old emotional issues and challenges in the first half of the day, dear Gemini. Particularly if you have ignored some of your deeper feelings or if you’ve grown out of touch with them, you could feel blindsided by others’ comments. In the moment, you may not be able to interact in ways that help relationships grow, as you could be defensive if you feel judged. However, you could come to a moment of breakthrough in your thinking if you learn from the feelings that are triggered today, as they can point you in the direction of what is most in need of healing. As the day advances, you can feel freer and lighter, and it’s easier to get over emotional hurdles as a result. Part of the reason could be that you are in the mood for results on practical levels.
Cancer

The early part of the day can bring some touchiness, dear Cancer, as what you’re seeing and interpreting may be heavily influenced by insecurities. On the other hand, you might receive a wake up call about a project or idea that needs some more refinement before going forward, and this can certainly be helpful. If others challenge your ideas or opinions, it can feel like criticism at first, but if you pull yourself back from the matter and give it a little time, you might discover that you can learn something valuable from the differences. As the day advances, you become less attached to your ideas and find it easier to let go of problems long enough to enjoy yourself.
Leo

In the first half of the day, dear Leo, we can be a little sensitive, particularly if our ideas are challenged, as it can feel like criticism. However, whatever emerges now can lead to growth and better understanding, but you may want to hold off on drawing definite conclusions just for now. Also, there may be a need for extra tact when expressing yourself. Even if a comment from an outsider irritates, it could jumpstart your own creative thinking which leads to new insights. The day’s energies free up as the day advances. There can be more playfulness and less worry about getting everything just right.
Virgo

Early today, you may be speaking from the mind rather than your heart, dear Virgo, and something you say can be misunderstood or taken the wrong way. You might appear critical, judgmental or cold when you’re simply playing with ideas. If you feel overwhelmed or burdened, you could too easily jump to the wrong conclusions as well. As the day advances, you’re likely to focus on more positive things, but be sure to learn from any differences or hurt feelings you’ve experienced. Even if we feel we’re right, we can always learn from others’ reactions. The Moon moves into your communications zone this morning, launching a brief but active period for reaching out and making important connections.
Libra

Buried resentments might surface early today, dear Libra, as your thinking might steer towards the negative. It’s appropriate to examine the past, but don’t judge yourself too harshly as today is a new day and it’s best to take a lesson from mistakes made and avoid dwelling. Be a little more attentive and vigilant with your work or routines now, as small worries or fears could interfere with clear thinking today. If a misunderstanding occurs, try to resolve it quickly and honestly, rather than dragging things out with lengthy explanations or apologies. As the day advances, good energy is with you for connecting with those things that truly matter to you. Priorities become clearer, and your positive outlook attracts others.
Scorpio

The Moon enters your sign this morning, dear Scorpio, and you can feel as if you’re coming out of a slumber of sorts. Your emotional needs feel immediate and almost urgent, particularly later today when the Moon in your sign challenges Mars. There can be some social distractions in the first half of the day, and possibly hurt feelings as well. While attention to these matters is fine and can also lead to breakthrough thinking, try not to pass by opportunities to move your life forward in more practical ways. As the day progresses, so does your mood, as people around you seem more accepting and less guarded. Do your part by letting go of heavier, negative thinking that may have been weighing you down.
Sagittarius

There can be new motivation for business matters or outside interests, dear Sagittarius, but today you could become aware of a need to pay a little more attention to the hearth or to your own feelings before pushing forward. You could feel challenged on something that is close to your heart. Energy shifts by midday, when you’re certainly more inclined to withdraw a little or to seek out some solitude, peace, and quiet, but there is less worry and self-protectiveness. In fact, there is a lighter, more progressive mood that becomes you as the day pushes forward.
Capricorn

Friendships are favorable and supportive today, dear Capricorn, although there can be a need for extra tact early on in the day, when sensitivity is likely, particularly regarding communications. How things are worded can be an issue if people are not seeking to give the benefit of the doubt. An opinion could challenge or even seem hurtful. If you need more time to connect confidently with an opinion or idea, then take it. It’s best to express yourself when you are fully behind what you’re communicating. Differences are likely to be glaring, but they can hold learning experiences as well. The day feels far lighter as it advances.
Aquarius

Interactions with others today can be quite tricky early today, dear Aquarius, as there can be a tendency for hyper-sensitivity to things said or otherwise communicated. Expressing yourself may come out all wrong, or perhaps defensively. However, as the day progresses, it’s far easier to put things behind you. Even so, differences in opinion can hold lessons for greater understanding, and so can topics that touch a nerve. As the day advances, it’s easier to solve problems or to see the intentions of what’s being communicated, so that letting small things go is natural. The Moon moves into your public sector this morning, where it will stay until Saturday, and you’re becoming increasingly focused on performing to the best of your ability.
Pisces

Relationships with a partner could be quite tricky early today, dear Pisces. You could feel criticized, backed into a corner, or pushed now, even if others are not meaning to be pushy with you. You may want to take a step back from any emerging conflict that might occur now just so that you can react in a more mindful way. However, an understanding with someone you trust can be a nice form of release and relief. Something that’s communicated can play on your vulnerabilities, and this can lead to a breakthrough of understanding if you’re open to learning about what emerges now. The mood is lighter as the day advances, and there is good energy in general for experiences that break the usual routine.
*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: 20 Aug 2015 5:24 am
Event: Moon enters Scorpio
Description: The Moon in Scorpio
This is a good time for investigations, looking into a matter further, doing research, connecting to others with a shared passion, solving a mystery, and devising a strategy. When the Moon in Scorpio is strained, we may take our passions too far.
Date & Time: 20 Aug 2015 0:26 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Pal
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare 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: 20 Aug 2015 4:53 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: 20 Aug 2015 5:24 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sco
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Scorpio
Contemplate the deeper things in life. Avoid unnecessary conflict, but if it’s going to improve your life, go ahead and make waves. Tune in to your intuition. This is a good time for investigations, looking into a matter further, doing research, connecting to others with a shared passion, solving a mystery, and devising a strategy. When the Moon in Scorpio is strained, we may take our passions too far.
Date & Time: 20 Aug 2015 9:22 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Jupiter
A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: 20 Aug 2015 2:03 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jun
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare 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: 20 Aug 2015 3:54 pm
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: 20 Aug 2015 5:20 pm
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: 20 Aug 2015 9:02 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation. Our need for challenges and action is stimulated now, but we may not find the right outlets.
Date & Time: 20 Aug 2015 10:53 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: 20 Aug 2015 4:22 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Qnx Cer
Description: Transiting Sun Quincunx Transiting Ceres
It can be difficult to find nourishment right now, as we can be at odds with one another in terms of what we need and crave, and even with ourselves as we are uncertain whether we want to be independent or if we need others.
Date & Time: 20 Aug 2015 5:43 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Opp Chi
Description: Transiting Mercury Opposition Transiting Chiron
There can be insecurity about our own ideas or decisions, or we may not know who/what to believe. Words, or lack of, can hurt right now. There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax.
Date & Time: 20 Aug 2015 6:01 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Qnx Ura
Description: Transiting Mercury Quincunx Transiting Uranus
Things may not be running smoothly, and we may need to make adjustments to accommodate others’ input or changes of plans or opinions.
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
SCORPIO STRONG
Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, overly dramatic.
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.
AIR WEAK
We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.
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 August 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 life time).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN SCORPIO
You have an emotional intensity, and a strong need for drama. Under stress you will create drama and intensity in your life. You may have been born at a time when your mother experienced a crisis, or your birth may have been traumatic. Your mother may have been possessive and intense.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE MARS Orb 4°15′ Applying
We may be short-tempered and impatient, and can express our emotions in a raw, unpolished manner. We can resent others’ interference now.
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 1°17′ Separating
We are generous, forgiving, and high-minded now. We are looking at people and situations positively. This is a good time for making plans.
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 5°26′ Applying
We are turning into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We more naturally accept situations and people as they are. Sensitivity, compassion.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN LEO
You are good-hearted, have a sunny personality, and a strong need for attention. You have a generous nature, but can be arrogant.
28TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Chordae tendinae
Sabian Symbol: Many little birds on the limb of a large tree.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 7°37′ Separating
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.
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 4°39′ Applying
We are feeling especially vital, confident, generous, and enthusiastic. This is a good time to take steps to grow something–our business, our significant relationships, and so forth.
SQUARE SATURN Orb 1°13′ Applying
We can feel temporarily blocked or thwarted, and possibly less than confident. We might want to delay important decision making until a more enlightened, positive time.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN VIRGO
You have a discriminating mind, and can be critical and analytical. You can also become obsessed with detailed knowledge. This may be to your detriment in daily life, although it is very beneficial for doing any kind of research. You like to be precise in your communications with others.
21ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic duct
Sabian Symbol: A girl’s basketball team.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
QUINCUNX URANUS Orb 0°21′ Separating
You have so many new and different ideas that you don’t know where to start. You need to develop self-discipline.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 0°23′ Separating
There can be insecurity about our own ideas or decisions, or we may not know who/what to believe. 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 LEO
We take more pride in our tastes, relationships, and personal possessions. We are more affectionate, expressive, and generous, and we tend to crave admiration and appreciation.
20TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Mitral valve
Sabian Symbol: Performing a majestic ritual to the sun.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE URANUS Orb 0°32′ Separating
We are open to new or unusual experiences. Our intuition for making changes serves us well now, and there can be good business sense, particularly for tapping into current or future trends. There is a healthy level of detachment experienced now that opens us up to new ideas, methods, art forms, and ways of relating.
QUINCUNX CHIRON Orb 0°31′ Separating
We may be undervaluing or overvaluing things, people, and situations. Fear of hurting someone’s feelings or disapproval can leave us in an awkward position.
MARS
MARS IN LEO
You have a strong need to express your personal creativity. You may display dramatic and confident behaviour, and like to make an impact on your surroundings. You may also be arrogant.
8TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Inferior vena cava
Sabian Symbol: A bolshevik propagandist.
ASPECTS OF MARS
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 1°10′ Applying
We can feel vaguely discontented and without direction under this influence. The tendency to be careless is also strong now. Poor judgment or laziness can prevent us from realizing our plans.
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.
2ND DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Small intestine
Sabian Symbol: A large white cross stands alone on top of a high hill.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE SATURN Orb 3°26′ Separating
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 6°43′ 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.
SATURN
SATURN IN SCORPIO
A strong period for dissecting and studying the unconscious/subconscious, for seeing how deep-rooted fears and patterns control our lives, and for dealing with and eventually mastering our addictions. Restrictions we experience through our debts to others can be magnified, and these can be material, moral, or emotional debts. This transit can help us to structure, organize, and make sense out of these debts. Dealing with fears of dependency and helplessness. Resourcefulness. (October 5, 2012 to December 23, 2014; then June 14, 2015 to September 17, 2015)
29TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vomer
Sabian Symbol: A woman pleading for the lives of her children.
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).
21ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eye muscles
Sabian Symbol: A pugilist entering the ring.
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).
9TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: The race begins: a jockey spurs his horse to great speed.
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).
14TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right knee cartilage
Sabian Symbol: An ancient bas-relief carved in granite.
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).
21ST DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left fibula muscle
Sabian Symbol: A little white lamb, a child, and a servant.
VESTA
VESTA IN ARIES
This can be a time for grabbing the reins and working solo. There can be strong energy for new enterprises but not necessarily for routine work.
14TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Frontal lobes of brain
Sabian Symbol: A serpent coiling near a man and a woman.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN SAGITTARIUS
This is an idealistic position. We love to learn and share our ideas and beliefs with others, and will go to great lengths to defend our principles and to reveal our truths.
13TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A widow’s past brought to light.
JUNO
JUNO IN VIRGO
Partnership and service are tied together in some significant manner with this position. There may be some resistance to merging fully with a partner, as there is a need to remain independent, separate, and distinct even in a partnership.
20TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Bile duct
Sabian Symbol: An automobile caravan.
CERES
CERES IN CAPRICORN
You tend to look after yourself and others rather than seek nurturing. You feel nurtured when you achieve your ambitions. You teach others self-discipline and how to achieve their goals.
27TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Deep nerves
Sabian Symbol: A mountain pilgrimage.
HYGEIA
HYGEIA IN LEO
You take pride in your health. You may have hobbies and pastimes linked with health.
20TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Mitral valve
Sabian Symbol: Performing a majestic ritual to the sun.
ASTRAEA
ASTRAEA IN CANCER
You have an inability to let go of your family. You prefer the comfort of your own home to the excitement of an open environment.
14TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Stomach walls
Sabian Symbol: A very old man facing a vast dark space to the northeast.
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.
2ND DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal cortex
Sabian Symbol: The light of the sixth race transmuted to the seventh.
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.
2ND DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Midbrain
Sabian Symbol: A comedian entertaining the group.
*** ASPECTS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 20 Aug 2015 – Event Chart
Aspects to Ast 13°Cn28 +19°15′
Cnj 14°Cn17 SIRIUS*** The mundane becoming sacred.
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