Summary:
- The Moon is in Aries all day (until Sunday, December 20th, at 7:12 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase.
- A First Quarter Moon occurred yesterday and a Full Moon will occur on the 25th.
- Mercury enters its shadow phase this evening (Mercury will be retrograde from January 5-25, 2016).
Times are EST
Horoscopes
Aries
There can be new insight into a business or life path matter today, dear Aries, but do watch for being too insistent with others. Apply your determination to a project instead. Conversations can be intense and passionate today, or they could become quite heated in a less pleasing manner! Something that’s communicated could be interpreted as provocative and might frustrate, but the sooner you pull yourself off the track of a negative line of thought, the better. Investigate, probe, and observe now for best results. A partner or significant person in your life can be supportive, and a relationship can open up. Even if it reveals some uncomfortable matter, it’s one step towards healing and repairing.
Taurus
There can be a tendency to either dwell on a problem or opinion today, dear Taurus, or to determinedly follow a personal interest and investigate a matter more fully. You can be feeling quite fired up about an idea or topic, and might embark on a little adventure that gets the adrenaline pumping. While you should avoid trying to “convert” someone to your line of thinking, you should definitely take advantage of your spirited, passionate approach and apply it to something constructive and worthy of your attention. As you pursue your interested heartily, others are more likely to see your perspective given a little time. Your powers of attraction run very high right now. A relationship can turn a corner with an open, honest approach to any problem areas.
Gemini
You can really probe to the heart of a matter today, dear Gemini, and your powers of persuasion are strong as long as you avoid pushing too hard when people are involved! Watch how you express yourself today, as there is a tendency to be a little too controlling or on edge. Use the intense energy of the day to push forward a creative project or focus your determination on something productive, such as for making plans, research, or investigating a matter further. Observe, but wait to act on your observations. The more open and honest you are with yourself, and the more you understand yourself and your motivations, the better your decisions. There is also good energy for service-related matters, business sense, and health discoveries. Repairing relationships with others is possible with an open-hearted, humbly confident approach.
Cancer
There can be expectations and perhaps even demands in a relationship today, dear Cancer, or a tendency to probe and get serious about a relating matter. You can come to a very happy position, however, if you combine resources and work together with someone special, instead of competitively.
You should not have to be force-fed ideas and perspectives, and it’s important to lay down your boundaries. You’ll have the most success if you use your powers of reasoning and compromise. Shared ideals or beliefs can be found now and can be a source of comfort, and possibly also attraction. There can be an emotional awakening to your love for someone or your own desires and needs. The Moon in Aries and your public sector stimulates your desire to be on top of things.
Leo
There is a strong desire and drive to be efficient today, dear Leo. You can be an operator in the better sense of the word right now. You can work your way through difficult problems or challenges in a step by step manner. Mercury in alignment with Pluto in your work and health sector stimulates your determination and focus to get ahead on a project or endeavor. Avoid being overbearing if people are involved, and do take time to really work at something you love, as you can make great progress now. Good energy for redoing or reworking a project is with you now. You may need to revisit decisions made now at a later date, but you might also lay down important ground work now. Researching a health or healing method can be rewarding now.
Virgo
Very strong energy is with you in the first half of the day for repairing or improving a relationship with the power of sensitive communication, dear Virgo. However, the atmosphere can also be rather charged with Mercury and Pluto in alignment in your creativity and romance sector. Conversations can be powerful, but can also become heated or loaded if matters are pushed too far. This can be a good day for breaking new ground or making a new commitment to a creative project, or for some, possibly even a romance. Use intense emotions and compulsions constructively through art or intimacy. There is a dramatic and competitive touch to everything you do today. If you are engaging in a competition of sorts, physical or mental, you are more likely to come out a winner right now through sheer determination.
Libra
You’re inclined to do some digging for answers today, dear Libra, and important or serious conversations can revolve around family or home life. As much as you want answers, try not to push things too far, and don’t allow others to push you, either, whether this is about pushing you to believe something, to do something you don’t want to do, or pushing your buttons! Channeling extra energy into making plans or organizing the home, and possibly family activities, can be successful. Fortunately, you a Venus-Chiron trine this morning helps to smooth things over, and it also helps you to evaluate financial and business matters quite accurately. You are in tune with what things and people are most valuable to you, and this helps you to gravitate towards what and who you need. Your powers of attraction run high.
Scorpio
Your mind may latch onto a dilemma or problem, possibly a past issue that hasn’t been resolved, for example, dear Scorpio. Be careful not to rub people the wrong way with the appearance that you might know better than everyone else, even if you don’t intend it (and even if you do know better right now!). Use your natural smarts to maximize your capacity for healthy communication today, as reaching out and connecting can bring unexpected opportunities right now, and your insight into a matter can be appreciated, particularly if you deliver it in a diplomatic manner. Comfort, beauty, and ambiance are especially important when it comes to your relationships today, so make sure the mood is pleasing and harmonious. Through your interactions, you have the chance to heal and grow.
Sagittarius
Creative problem solving comes easily now, dear Sagittarius, particularly when you apply your thinking to practical and professional matters. You could become thoroughly absorbed by a financial matter or fixated on something you want to purchase. Luckily, you are in a good position to judge value. Important conversations can occur now, and you can get much from them, as long as you look beyond the insistence of the messages you are receiving. An issue surrounding values, money, or questions of ownership can quickly become heated. Alternatively, you may be feeling conflicted on an inner level about your feelings towards someone. However, at the end of it all, you could learn a great deal from the differences that at first seemed so glaring. Watch today for a tendency to resort to manipulative tactics to get what you want. It’s probably not a good idea to be brutally honest – subtlety is best now. You can be quite temperamental about whether others value you, as you have a stronger need these days for being treated with respect.
Capricorn
With Mercury and Pluto aligning today in your sign, dear Capricorn, you may very well be the topic of discussion now! You might also own this energy and find yourself doggedly pursuing an answer or truth, or eloquently persuading others. This can be a strong day for making changes to your immediate environment and relationships, particularly involving communications, that truly help you to feel better and to connect more easily. Conversations could trigger deeper issues, and provocative comments may be taken the wrong way. However, challenges today seem to light a fire under you to make improvements. Look for the lesson and cut out the negative thinking spiral. There is good energy for support and healing through relationships, and especially friendships.
Aquarius
There can be a tendency to fixate on a certain topic or idea today, dear Aquarius. This can be positive if you are working on a project that needs your attention. However, watch for compulsive thinking, and avoid adamancy with your beliefs, as this can cause some stress. Watch that you are not your own worst enemy today by saying or doing things that invite negative reactions. There can be resistance to letting something go and possibly frustration with a feeling that you are in the dark about a matter. However, there is also helpful energy for seeing the good and the beautiful in people, and this can encourage you to push forward gently. An intense discussion about your past or about private matters may be part of the picture. It’s an excellent time for cutting through appearances and uncovering something previously unknown or hidden, and for uncovering your own buried needs.
Pisces
If it’s easy to trigger sensitivities today, dear Pisces, try to examine what kinds of things pull up the most frustration, as they are clues to unresolved issues that may be driving your behavior or causing undue stress in your life. Avoid pushing something that you can’t change. There can be strong opinions that can dominate your thinking, particularly among friends, with associates, or in your networking activities. Releasing pressure could involve letting go of something that you’ve been overthinking, or you might try redirecting thoughts to constructive ideas, particularly plans for the future. Others might notice a talent of yours, and the chance to show off your abilities can arise. It’s an exciting day for personal charisma.
*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: 19 Dec 2015 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Aries
Description: The Moon in Aries
We are itching to take action and to pioneer something. All things equal, this is a time to begin new projects. Exercise patience and selflessness where possible, but embrace Aries’ courage and directness. Look out for new opportunities.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 1:48 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting North Node
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 4:56 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Pallas
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 9:01 am
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: 19 Dec 2015 3:39 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Jupiter
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 5:18 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pluto
Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 5:41 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mercury
We may not be communicating with sensitivity. What we communicate could misrepresent what we truly feel. There could be troubles with mechanics, computers, transportation, and miscommunications. We may not be understanding one another. We can be a little fickle and not especially objective. Think before you speak. Otherwise misunderstandings are likely to occur. Count to ten if you’re feeling annoyed.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 6:32 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Ceres
We can be feeling pleasantly attached to, or supported by, our loved ones or family. We are seeking out security, nurturing, and warmth, and we are more likely to express these things towards others.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 8:35 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Uranus
Be open to new ideas. Spontaneity is the order of the day. You are free to explore new unexpected possibilities.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 10:18 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pallas
Our judgment may be temporarily impaired by excessive emotions, or emotional bias. We may be experiencing a conundrum. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way. There can be sensitivity to others’ opinions experienced now.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 10:35 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Venus
Love relationships or feelings can be unsettled. There can be a conflict experienced between family and friends/lovers, or between comfort and the pursuit of pleasure. Try to relax and not obsess, and show restraint.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 1:55 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cnj Plu
Description: Transiting Mercury Conjunction Transiting Pluto
Penetrating conversation. Power in speech. Persuasion. Talk of change and sexuality. Psychological issues. Exposure.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 10:26 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Tri Chi
Description: Transiting Venus Trine Transiting Chiron
Opportunities for relationships or socializing can arise now. Interactions are open, warm, and supportive of growth.
Date & Time: 19 Dec 2015 5:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sxt Pal
Description: Transiting Venus Sextile Transiting Pallas
We deal with one another in a balanced, fair, and peaceful way. The platonic elements of a relationship may be emphasized now. This can also be a very creative, artistic time.
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
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 STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
LUNAR PHASE: FIRST QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 135 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are motivated to take action, perhaps due to a clash, conflict, or stress, as we are more aware of problems and differences now. Plans are beginning to take off or turn a corner. We should watch for pushing too hard.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on December 19th:
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 ARIES
We are itching to take action and to pioneer something. All things equal, this is a time to begin new projects. Exercise patience and selflessness where possible, but embrace Aries’ courage and directness. Look for new opportunities.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE MERCURY Orb 3°00′ Applying
It’s difficult to make decisions now as emotional needs and wants tend to conflict with what we feel are the most logical choices. Judgment may be skewed by emotions or personal bias.
TRINE SATURN Orb 1°44′ Separating
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.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 5°04′ Applying
This can be a time when we feel a need to make a change, however big or small, and we may feel compelled to experiment or improvise. We don’t want to feel restricted by routine or convention now.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 3°07′ Applying
Unacknowledged feelings can emerge in possibly disruptive ways. We may be acting in compulsive or possessive ways now.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN SAGITTARIUS
You are a sunny and adventurous individual. You are optimistic and philosophical, and may tend to bluntness.
28TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right leg muscles
Sabian Symbol: An old bridge over a beautiful stream.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 4°49′ Separating
There can be exaggerated good moods or a tendency to go over the top now. Clashes of ego can occur.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN CAPRICORN
You are a wise and careful thinker. You place importance on credibility and authority. Therefore you will seek knowledge which carries some authority. You may approach new ideas with caution.
15TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left knee cartilage
Sabian Symbol: Many toys in the children’s ward of a hospital.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SEXTILE VENUS Orb 2°42′ Applying
We are sociable, making connections, dipllomatic, and ready to negotiate. Expressions of affection or clarifications of feelings.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 2°03′ Applying
Original ideas but perhaps too radical or disorganized, or perceived as such. There can be mental or nervous tension experienced now. Mistakes can be made due to impatience.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 0°06′ Applying
You have a probing mind. You avoid social chit-chat preferring deep and meaningful conversations. You are able to research topics of interest.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 2°38′ Applying
You can be soothing and caring when you speak to people. You enjoy learning about health and healing.
VENUS
VENUS IN SCORPIO
You have an intense need for relationships. You will also be intense once in a relationship. You will want to know your partner’s innermost thoughts and yet you may have a tendency to secrecy.
18TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vas deferens, hymen
Sabian Symbol: A woods rich in autumn coloring.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
QUINCUNX URANUS Orb 0°39′ Separating
You find it difficult to be yourself in your personal relationships and would benefit from a creative outlet such as writing.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 0°04′ Separating
Opportunities for relationships or socializing can arise now. Interactions are open, warm, and supportive of growth.
MARS
MARS IN LIBRA
You have a strong desire for diplomacy and justice, and a strong creative urge. You may become indecisive when opposed.
22ND DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal veins
Sabian Symbol: A child giving birds a drink at a fountain.
ASPECTS OF MARS
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 5°03′ Separating
You enjoy the excitement of conflict and challenge. You can be arrogant or charming and do well in selling. Be careful with dangerous sports as you can be accident prone.
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.
23RD DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver
Sabian Symbol: A lion-tamer rushes fearlessly into the circus arena.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 5°28′ Separating
This can be a time when we are hungry for meaning and understanding, but it can be difficult to align ourselves with a personal philosophy or belief system that truly reflects our core. We might be led astray by beliefs and ideas now, or we might experience some form of crisis of faith.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 3°42′ 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)
10TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left lymphatic vessels
Sabian Symbol: A stage symbolization of the “goddess of opportunity”.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 6°48′ Applying
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 2°28′ Separating
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010 to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011 to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018 to March 6, 2019).
17TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Vertebral canal
Sabian Symbol: Two prim spinsters sitting together in silence.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 1°56′ Applying
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)
8TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left talus
Sabian Symbol: A girl blowing a bugle.
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).
15TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left knee cartilage
Sabian Symbol: Many toys in the children’s ward of a hospital.
ASPECTS OF PLUTO
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 2°31′ Applying
You have the ability to be a catalyst in your daily life, helping others face and heal their emotional pain.
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).
18TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Extensor muscles of right toes
Sabian Symbol: In a huge tent a famous revivalist conducts his meeting.
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.
3RD DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebellum
Sabian Symbol: A cameo profile of a man in the outline of his country.
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.
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.
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.
3RD DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Prostate, uterus
Sabian Symbol: A house-raising.
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.
16TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of left lower leg
Sabian Symbol: A big-businessman at his desk.
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.
27TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Iliac nerve
Sabian Symbol: Elderly ladies drinking afternoon tea in a wealthy home.
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.
27TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Phalanges of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A harvest moon.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 19 Dec 2015 – Event Chart
Aspects to Jup 22°Vi38 +04°00′
Cnj 21°Vi50 DENEBOLA To go against society
Aspects to Sat 09°Sg45 -20°18′
Cnj 09°Sg58 ANTARES *** Success which can be obsessive
Aspects to Plu 14°Cp37 -21°02′
Cnj 15°Cp31 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Pal 17°Cp25 +02°01′
Cnj 16°Cp51 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
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