Summary:
- The Moon is in Leo until 6:24 AM.
- The Moon is void until 6:24 AM (since 8:16 PM yesterday).
- The Moon is in Virgo from 6:24 AM forward (until Wednesday, February 24th, at 5:41 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase until 1:19 PM / the Moon is waning and in its Full Moon phase from 1:19 PM.
- A Full Moon occurs today at 1:19 PM.
- Mars is in its pre-retrograde shadow (Mars will retrograde from April 17-June 29).
Times are EST
Horoscopes
Aries
The Full Moon that occurs early afternoon can bring light to a spiritual or service-related matter for you, dear Aries. Emotions can be chaotic on the job, and suddenly you (and others) could be seeing everything for their flaws. Deadlines can be pressing now. You might also seek out medical attention for a health problem that’s been bothering you for some time, or learn of a new health-related system. New awareness of health and work goals can stimulate you to try a new approach. Creative energy is special today, and you can come up with some especially interesting, stylish ideas.
Taurus
You tend to be impulsive in general today, dear Taurus, particularly in your speech, although your relationships can get a nice boost of energy. The Full Moon that occurs early afternoon brings illumination to your life in the areas of creativity, friends, romance, and personal goals. There can be an epiphany now, or final word on a matter. There might be an invitation or a lover’s needs seem to be a priority now. Emotions are brought to the surface, and while things can be fairly wacky around you, it would be wise to listen carefully to what your heart is saying, but then take your time before jumping to decisions and conclusions. The important thing today is that you acknowledge buried feelings.
Gemini
Today’s Full Moon brings emotions to the surface, dear Gemini, and can illuminate things that were previously hidden, and for you, affects your family and career life. The need to strike a balance between the two becomes evident with the events of the day (and surrounding days). Emotions can be a little crazy with family, and work can also be a little chaotic now. While you can feel pulled in two different directions, attention to family matters tends to take priority now, after which you can find ways to balance your personal and professional lives. Watch today for a tendency to overindulge as an attempt to tame inner discontent. Otherwise, you can be feeling quite courageous and enthused. This is a very creative time for you.
Cancer
Your energy levels are elevated today, dear Cancer, and this is particularly true on a mental plane. The Moon is Full in your solar third house, specifically affecting your immediate environment and communications. There can be a real flurry of activity today. An important document could arrive, or a sudden need to run an important errand or to take a trip could be part of the picture. Final word could arrive on travel or educational plans, or a project may be reaching a turning point. Take care of pesky matters so that you can free yourself up for more adventurous and fulfilling activities later. You are feeling very passionate about something (or someone!). Acknowledge buried feelings now, but wait a little to act on them.
Leo
Emotions run high and can be surprising with a Full Moon occurring early afternoon, dear Leo. The Moon leaves your sign in the morning and then reaches Full in your solar second house. This is about balancing the give and take of intimacy for you, or the giving and receiving of pleasure. Sharing issues come into focus, as do issues of power – what’s yours and what’s mine. Your comfort zones matter, and now is the time to take care of your own needs without eclipsing the needs of others. Financial matters may come to the fore now, and circumstances are such that you are more aware of your obligations, desires, and limitations.
Virgo
Discern between impulses that come from the heart and those that originate from a feeling of restlessness today, dear Virgo. The Full Moon occurring in your sign today heightens your emotions and can bring about an important revelation, likely to do with a partner, but also playing out with your own self-image. Something about you or a partner can be exposed now. An important culmination can also occur. Inner contradictions are par for the course, but will spur you into action to make important changes in coming days. The temptation to exaggerate can be strong – it’s vital that you keep things real. You’re going to get attention, so make sure it’s of the positive variety!
Libra
Take extra rest and time for anything that allows you to more readily get in touch with your intuition, dear Libra, which is heightened now with a Full Moon occurring in your house of endings. There may be a work project or health matter that is reaching a head now. There can be very important dreams or intuitive flashes that occur today, and they’re about letting go of things and attitudes that no longer serve you well. Do your best to avoid nervous tension, which will distract you from what you’re really meant to do. The Full Moon today can put you into dramatic touch with your inner world. Private and previously hidden matters can come to light now, making it a good time in the coming weeks to heal and deal with them.
Scorpio
A Full Moon today can stimulate enthusiasm about making changes to a relationship, romance, or hobbies, dear Scorpio, or you might experience a new desire to move forward in these areas. You can be filled with wonderful ideas and you seem to have the courage to run with them. Friends can demand a lot of attention and possibly some support today. Take advantage of the rush of energy around you to ride your inner waves. Some drama in your social circle is possible with a Full Moon occurring in your sector of friends, groups, and ideals. You might also experience a romantic revelation of sorts, or a creative project is coming to a head now and in the coming week.
Sagittarius
You could receive unexpected news or information can surface today that fills you with enthusiasm or a strong desire to take action, dear Sagittarius. This is a time for improving your life. The key to success today is to pick yourself up quickly and to remain as flexible as possible. Open up to possibilities. There can be an accelerated pace to the day, particularly surrounding professional matters or reputation issues. While you might learn where you stand with others now, the picture isn’t entirely complete because of high-running emotions. Do what you can to avoid exaggerating your intentions. The need to put your past behind you is strong so that you can make necessary changes in both your personal and professional lives that get you to a better place of balance
Capricorn
News can arrive now that opens up new doors for you, dear Capricorn, particularly when it comes to learning or making new contacts, and possibly expanding your audience. The Full Moon that occurs today can certainly generate a lot of emotional energy – and, for you particularly, mental energy. However, it can be very challenging to direct it as it’s coming at you all at once. Your best bet is to take in today and take action later. Give yourself time to process any news or new information coming your way. Even so, the Full Moon is in a fortunate part of your solar chart, and it can bring illumination to learning matters, fruition of a project, or deals that have nice payouts. An idea that you’ve been working on might blossom now. Advertising or promotional efforts can be successful.
Aquarius
Decisions revolving around money and personal possessions tend to come suddenly or you might feel compelled to make them impulsively, dear Aquarius, with a Full Moon in your solar eighth house. While you may very well need the courage, you should also be careful that it’s about need not restlessness. Intimate matters may heat up today, or there can be tension surrounding ownership issues. Financial, sharing, and ownership matters are stimulated by the Full Moon that occurs early afternoon. Now and in the coming week, there may be some drama with regards to a spouse’s income, or your taxes, debts, and investments. It may be time to settle some of your debts, financial or otherwise. There can be new money coming into your life as well, or a shuffle of money sources that requires some reorganization.
Pisces
This can be an impulsive day, dear Pisces. The Full Moon that occurs early afternoon happens in your opposing sign (Virgo), and this can serve to bring relationship issues to light, or there could be exposure of a personal matter. This can simply be something that has been brewing inside of you and an epiphany arrives now, but sometimes another person becomes aware of something about you that was previously hidden. As such, if you’d like to keep something to yourself, it’s better not to take a risk of exposure right now. Otherwise, this energy can be very revealing on an inner level. Areas in your life that have come out of balance can emerge for handling. People in your life may be vying for your attention now.
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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: 22 Feb 2016 6:24 am
Event: Moon enters Virgo
Description: The Moon in Virgo
We crave organization and order, and are quickly disturbed by anything standing in the way of these things. This is a good time for chores, organizing, and tidying. It’s also a time for scheduling health appointments and checkups, starting new routines, and generally tending to details.
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 1:19 pm
Event: Full Moon at 3°Vi33′
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 0:54 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Sun
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Sun
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 6:24 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Vir
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Virgo
We crave organization and order, and are quickly disturbed by anything standing in the way of these things. This is a good time for chores, organizing, and tidying. It’s also a time for scheduling health appointments and checkups, starting new routines, and generally tending to details.
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 9:45 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Plu
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: 22 Feb 2016 12:09 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ura
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Uranus
We can easily find ourselves all wound up and nervous. Unpredictable responses from others (and ourselves). Emotional eruptions are possible. Not a good time to make permanent decisions, particularly about relationships and family/domestic matters.
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 12:09 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nep
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 1:19 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Sun
A Full Moon occurs now. Discrepancies between our actions and your emotional needs can reach a head. This is a time for acknowledging our feelings, but there is also a need for some self-control.
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 8:36 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: 22 Feb 2016 10:26 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Jun
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 10:41 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sqq Nod
Description: Transiting Venus SesquiSquare Transiting North Node
We may be re-evaluating relationships in terms of whether or not they are contributing to our personal growth; or business endeavors in terms of whether they are progressing well. There could be some disagreeableness or uncertainty.
Date & Time: 22 Feb 2016 3:55 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Nep SSq Ves
Description: Transiting Neptune SemiSquare Transiting Vesta
There can be a sense that we’re working hard at something (a project, a relationship, etc.) for nothing, or some form of disillusionment regarding a commitment is possible now.
VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
AQUARIUS STRONG
Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.
PISCES STRONG
Compassionate, sensitive, self-sacrificing, gentle, intuitive. Can be escapist, impractical, hyper-sensitive, gullible.
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.
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.
MUTABLE STRONG
We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.
LUNAR PHASE: GIBBOUS
Moon 135 to 180 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are looking to attach value and meaning to our goals. This is a time for analyzing, questioning, perfecting, and improving.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on February 22nd:
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 VIRGO
We have an emotional need for order with the Moon in Virgo. Diet, nutrition, health matters, work, and routines are in stronger focus. If we’re feeling out of sorts emotionally, we might also experience symptoms on a physical level now.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
OPPOSITION THE SUN Orb 0°37′ Applying
Discrepancies between our actions and emotional needs can reach a head. This is a time for acknowledging our feelings, but there is also a need for some self-control.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 6°22′ Applying
We may be looking for emotional happiness outside of ourselves, and have a tendency to glamorize the past or what we don’t currently have. We can be more vulnerable now.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN PISCES
You are an imaginative and serene individual. You need to express your fantasies and imagination, and may be a dreamer or be ungrounded.
4TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Nerves of left foot
Sabian Symbol: Heavy traffic on a narrow isthmus linking two seaside resorts.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION NEPTUNE Orb 5°45′ Applying
Fantasy plays a strong part in your life, either as a creative channel or as an escape. You are ‘other worldly’, possibly artistic or musical. You may be unclear of your own identity. Try to use your creativity rather than escaping through addictive behaviour.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: People on stairs graduated upwards.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 5°00′ 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.
7TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A child born of an eggshell.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
26TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Perineum
Sabian Symbol: People making camp.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE CHIRON Orb 5°04′ 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 4°36′ 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.
QUINCUNX URANUS Orb 2°13′ Applying
You need to learn how to put all your enthusiasm to good use. You lack self discipline and leave the details of your grand schemes to others to sort out. Learn to manage yourself better and you will achieve much.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 3°26′ 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 0°12′ 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°35′ 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°22′ 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°24′ Separating
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°13′ 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 1°47′ 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.
25TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: People on stairs graduated upwards.
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.
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
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.
22ND DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Gall-bladder
Sabian Symbol: A royal coat of arms.
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.
22ND DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A man bringing down the new law from sinai.
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*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 22 Feb 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 03°Pi30 -10°13′
Cnj 04°Pi04 FOMALHAUT *** Success through noble ideals
Aspects to Plu 16°Cp43 -20°53′
Cnj 16°Cp51 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Jun 14°Sc57 -07°22′
Cnj 15°Sc18 ZUBEN ELGENUBI Positive social reform
Aspects to Nod 21°Vi46 +03°15′
Cnj 21°Vi50 DENEBOLA To go against society
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