Summary:
- The Moon is in Gemini until 2:23 PM.
- The Moon is void from 11:36 AM until 2:23 PM.
- The Moon is in Cancer from 2:23 PM forward (until Friday, February 19th, at 9:17 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase.
- A First Quarter Moon occurred on the 15th, and a Full Moon will occur on the 22nd.
- Venus spends its first full day in Aquarius (Venus transits Aquarius from February 16th to March 12th).
Times are EST
Horoscopes
Aries
With Venus a new guest in your friendship sector (until March 12th), dear Aries, you’re in a good position to make friends, connect with like-minded people, and to do some networking. When it comes to love, you’re interested in keeping things light and positive. There is a progressive theme in business and you are more attracted to objects that keep you connected or that advance you forward when it comes to spending. You are ready to try out different and possibly even unconventional ways of relating to others. However, this morning’s energy is not quite so free-flowing. There can be communication or transportation blocks to deal with. The Moon moves into your home and family sector this afternoon, and you are more inclined to want to keep things simple and comfortable.
Taurus
With Venus, your ruler and the goddess of love, in your career and reputation sector until March 12th, dear Taurus, responsibilities to others or in your love life can become clearer. Your own charm benefits you greatly when it comes to your career or business, as well as your reputation or status. There can be new social opportunities through your business or professional dealings, as well as more concern for the image you are projecting to others. Success may come through your creativity, charm, or strong interpersonal skills during this cycle. This morning can be tricky when it comes to schedules and communications. People may not be quite as cooperative as you’d like. However, as the day moves forward, there is plenty to keep you busy with the Moon’s move into your communications sector stimulating your need for variety and mental stimulation.
Gemini
When it comes to love and relationship, a spirit of adventure and discovery takes hold now with Venus in your solar ninth house for the coming three and a half weeks, dear Gemini. This cycle brings a more outgoing, brave attitude to your love life, as well as to your attitude towards money and pleasure in general. You’re more likely to jump in first, then ask questions later. This morning, however, there can be some tensions in interpersonal relationships, largely revolving around responsibilities and taking communications the wrong way. The Moon’s move into your resources sector this afternoon stimulates a desire to get comfortable.
Cancer
Deeper, more profound relationships are in focus or sought out now, dear Cancer, with Venus in your intimacy sector until March 12th, and connections may be more rewarding than usual. Resolving differences comes more naturally now, as you tend to approach tricky topics with more acceptance and warmth. Financial and emotional support may be more forthcoming. This transit favors the more complicated or intricate areas of relationships, sharing, and intimacy. You are more reasonable with regards to working out agreements when it comes to money, support, or the sharing of power. Your love nature runs a little deeper now. This morning, there can be some tension on the job, or you could find that responsibilities weigh heavier than usual, however. The Moon moves into your sign this afternoon, and emotional needs become clearer – and perhaps quite demanding!
Leo
With Venus in your opposite sign until March 12th, there can be a wonderful back and forth between you and others, particularly in one on one situations, dear Leo. This is a strong cycle for attracting and enhancing close relationships, and for making repairs to existing connections. Negotiations and consultations can run smoothly and can be especially helpful. However, this morning, there can be some tension or feelings of blockage in your interactions with others, who may find you a little distant or serious. The Moon moves into your privacy sector this afternoon, stimulating a need for some emotional downtime. Focusing on healing and processing rather than pushing ahead makes sense now.
Virgo
You’ll be seeking out more harmonious relations on the job and/or more order and harmony in your daily life in the coming weeks, dear Virgo. The charm you’re displaying with co-workers is well-received. Social or romantic opportunities can arise for some of you as you pursue your health and work goals. There can be kinder or more helpful health workers during this cycle. While there can be some distractedness when it comes to work and practical affairs, this is a generally good time for attending to the human side of these matters. A feeling of being blocked or inhibited this morning is likely to pass quickly, after which life doesn’t seem quite as serious. The Moon moves into your social sector this afternoon, and this adds to a pleasing sense that the pressure is off.
Libra
The next few weeks bring warm energy to your love life and to your creative projects, dear Libra. Your sense of fun is in the spotlight. You are not only expressing your feelings more directly, you are also receiving love and compliments more confidently. Emotionally, you’re a little more willing to put yourself out there. Personal appeal is strong, and a desire to find more ways to have fun, and channels through which to express yourself, increases. This is one of the better times in the year for romantic and creative matters. This morning, however, there can be a tendency towards misunderstandings. There can also be feelings of frustration as your plans might fall through or you could encounter delays and stresses. As the day progresses, you feel more in charge.
Scorpio
You find more joy and pleasure in home life, as well as in familiarity, in the coming weeks, dear Scorpio, with Venus now transiting your home and family sector. There is protective energy in your love life. You can be a little more choosy when it comes to expressing your feelings during this cycle. You are inclined to cling to the familiar and secure rather than venturing out into the world with your heart on your sleeve. There can be some hesitancy and caution when it comes to love, the pursuit of pleasure, and attitude towards money. This morning, there can be some worries about money or resources, and possible misunderstandings in your interactions. However, as the day moves forward, you’re more inclined to shake these things off.
Sagittarius
With Venus in your solar third house until March 12th, dear Sagittarius, you’re likely to take a warmer interest in making connections and communicating. Sharing ideas and talking about your day are both especially important when it comes to engaging your heart during this cycle. Communication contributes greatly to your feelings of being loved and appreciated. You are presenting your ideas in an especially charming manner, and it can be easier to ask for what you want or to convince others to go along with your plans. This morning, however, there can be some tensions as people around you seem a little frivolous or careless when you want to get serious about a matter. As the day advances, you find it easier to make yourself happy, regardless of what’s going on around you.
Capricorn
Until March 12th, Venus graces your values and resources sector, dear Capricorn, having moved out of your sign last night. This is a time for seeking out more pleasure in the material world, and when you can be craving more comforts. Affections tend to stabilize during this cycle, as you’re less inclined to feel the need to fill all of your needs right away. In fact, being patient actually makes you feel better about yourself. This tends to be a steady, status quo period for love relationships. You value those who make you feel comfortable and who help you enjoy life in simple ways. Complications are sometimes intriguing in relationships, but not for you during this cycle! This morning, there can be some difficulties understanding and sympathizing with people around you, and you may feel similarly unappreciated. However, as the day advances, you’re less inclined to concern yourself with these matters, and more interested in looking for the positive, particularly in your relationships.
Aquarius
Venus entered your sign last night, dear Aquarius, and will continue to spend time in Aquarius until March 12th. This is a strong cycle for attracting the right people, circumstances, and resources into your life. There is stronger focus on pleasure and affection during this period. Your natural charm emerges for everyone to see now, and you are also clearer about your own feelings and more expressive and open with your affections. This morning, however, there can be some difficulties coordinating your plans and getting everyone into a place of agreement. Misunderstandings are likely. As the day advances, you’re inclined to move at your own pace and to worry less about what others are (or aren’t) doing. The Moon moves into your work and health sector this afternoon, and you have no problem finding things to keep you occupied.
Pisces
Last night, Venus entered your soul sector, dear Pisces, and will transit this private, complex area of your solar chart until March 12th. While your feelings and/or relationships may seem a little more complicated or difficult to define, this can also be a time for getting into better touch with your innermost longings, needs, and desires. You could also find a lot of pleasure behind the scenes. There can be a greater love of private moments with or without a partner, and you could find joy in helping or supporting others. This morning, there can be some delays or miscommunications to deal with. However, as the day advances, you’re looking forward and find it relatively easy to rise above difficulties. The Moon moves into your pleasure zone this afternoon, and you seek out ways to better express yourself.
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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: 17 Feb 2016 2:23 pm
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: 17 Feb 2016 11:36 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: 17 Feb 2016 0:09 am
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: 17 Feb 2016 0:11 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile 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: 17 Feb 2016 1:17 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Mars
There can be tension and feelings of restlessness or impatience, as what we want to do may not feel perfectly right, or we may be lacking the courage. Avoid taking it out on the wrong things or people.
Date & Time: 17 Feb 2016 3:58 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Pal
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: 17 Feb 2016 11:36 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Sun
There is a nice feeling of harmony and a cooperative feel to this time. Better decision making. We represent ourselves well now. It’s easier to attract support, favorable responses, and positive experiences. We are less fearful and less defensive. This is a harmonious time.
Date & Time: 17 Feb 2016 1:46 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Jun
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: 17 Feb 2016 2:23 pm
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: 17 Feb 2016 3:55 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: 17 Feb 2016 8:18 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer SSq Chi
Description: Transiting Mercury SemiSquare Transiting Chiron
There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax. Memories and dreams are strong right now. It is time to forgive and forget.
Date & Time: 17 Feb 2016 4:44 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven SSq Sat
Description: Transiting Venus SemiSquare Transiting Saturn
Interactions may not be flowing freely. There can be some concern about feelings, loyalties, money, and relationships. We are not as demonstrative and perhaps less appreciative. Small obstacles or hurdles require patience.
Date & Time: 17 Feb 2016 11:03 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ves Pll Pal
Description: Transiting Vesta Parallel Transiting Pallas
GEMINI STRONG
Agile, versatile, inquisitive, flowing, conversational, airy, many ideas. Can be volatile, superficial, changeable, restless and inconsistent.
AQUARIUS STRONG
Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE WEAK
We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.
EARTH WEAK
There can be a lack of desire, interest, or skills regarding practical affairs. We may not be very much in touch with reality. Difficulties concentrating, grounding ourselves.
AIR STRONG
We tend to favor rational, objective thought over emotions, impulses, and feelings at this time. We are more intellectual, fair-minded, and logical in our approach, Ideas flow easily and quickly, we are more communicative and guided by principles, and also somewhat dispassionate or impersonal.
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: 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 February 17th:
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 GEMINI
We are attracted to new ideas and are especially curious. We may need to discriminate so that we don’t become too scattered. Communications mean more to us than usual.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE THE SUN Orb 0°12′ Separating
We are supportive, cooperative, open, genuine, and more relaxed than usual.
QUINCUNX VENUS Orb 1°59′ Applying
You attempt to cater for everyone around you. You need to be true to yourself and gently leave others to look after themselves.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN AQUARIUS
You are unconventional, friendly, unpredictable and innovative. You like originality and may become rebellious.
29TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibia
Sabian Symbol: Butterfly emerging from a chrysalis.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
SQUARE MARS Orb 5°35′ Separating
You love to take risks and can be accident prone. You have difficulty discerning the difference between assertion and aggression. You may believe that you are simply stating your own case clearly, while others claim that you are being pushy. You need to find a healthy outlet for your enthusiasm and energy.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN AQUARIUS
You are brimming with original and unique ideas. You enjoy exchanging ideas with other people, particularly friends and groups of people. You are an inventive thinker, and may rebel against old and traditional ideas.
5TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Nerve of right fibula
Sabian Symbol: A council of ancestors.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 4°13′ Separating
We are more agreeable, sociable, and focused on balance and harmony. Conversations flow nicely.
VENUS
VENUS IN AQUARIUS
You enjoy unconventional and odd relationships, which give you the freedom to express your individuality. You enjoy talking more than touching. You enjoy being in a group of friends.
1ST DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibial nerve
Sabian Symbol: An old adobe mission.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
23RD DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Nasal bone, fimbria of Fallopian tubes
Sabian Symbol: A bunny metamorphosed into a fairy.
ASPECTS OF MARS
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 2°06′ Separating
You can create opportunities to achieve your personal goals. You will always be able to find the energy level you require.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 3°11′ Separating
There is more courage to face problems. Fighting for the underdog. Physical healing can help inner healing, and vice versa.
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.
21ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic duct
Sabian Symbol: A girl’s basketball team.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE SATURN Orb 5°27′ 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.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 4°09′ Applying
You are enthusiastic about so many things, and have ambition to succeed. You naturally find yourself in leadership positions and react well to them.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 1°04′ Applying
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 1°14′ Separating
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 2°26′ 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 CHIRON Orb 4°23′ Applying
There can be fears now of not being competent or effective enough to meet our responsibilities, or we could find it hard to strike out on a unique path, again due to fears or insecurities. The desire to break from the status quo is strong, but we may not have the necessary confidence to do so. We may have difficulties empathizing with others and understanding ourselves.
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).
18TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Nerve connections – synapses
Sabian Symbol: An empty hammock.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 1°08′ 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)
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
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).
17TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of left tibia
Sabian Symbol: A girl surreptitiously bathing in the nude.
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).
20TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right fibula muscle
Sabian Symbol: A table set for an evening meal.
ASPECTS OF CHIRON
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°19′ Applying
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 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.
23RD DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Muscles of mastication
Sabian Symbol: A woman in pastel colors carrying a heavy and valuable but veiled load.
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.
10TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Skin of left lower leg
Sabian Symbol: A popularity that proves ephemeral.
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.
15TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Cowper’s glands
Sabian Symbol: Children playing around five mounds of sand.
CERES
CERES IN PISCES
You feel most cared for when experiencing at-one-ment with the world. You care for others by relieving their pain. You have compassion for your loved ones.
8TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left talus
Sabian Symbol: A girl blowing a bugle.
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.
23RD DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver
Sabian Symbol: A lion-tamer rushes fearlessly into the circus arena.
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.
23RD DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A `materializing medium’.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 17 Feb 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Plu 16°Cp35 -20°53′
Cnj 16°Cp51 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Jun 14°Sc39 -07°39′
Cnj 15°Sc18 ZUBEN ELGENUBI Positive social reform
Aspects to Nod 22°Vi00 +03°10′
Cnj 21°Vi50 DENEBOLA To go against society
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