Summary:
- The Moon is in Libra until 2:35 PM.
- The Moon is void from 9:32 AM to 2:35 PM.
- The Moon is in Scorpio from 2:35 PM forward (until Wednesday, January 6th, at 1:55 AM).
- The Moon is waning and in its Last Quarter phase.
- A Last Quarter Moon occurred yesterday and a New Moon will occur on January 9th.
- Mercury is in its shadow phase (Mercury will be retrograde from January 5-25).
- Mars enters Scorpio this morning (Mars will transit Scorpio from January 3-March 5).
Times are EST
Horoscopes
Aries
Mars, the planet of action and energy and your ruler, is now energizing your solar eighth house, dear Aries, and will continue to do so until March 5th. This pulls Mars out from its opposition to your sign, which has been in effect for a couple of months. It’s not the most favorable position for an Aries, but ideally you’ve had some help and support from others in your life and now you’re ready to take back the reins. In this new cycle, you are less inclined to act on impulse and more interested in using strategy when it comes to moving your plans forward. This can be a time in which power politics can be stimulated in a close one-to-one relationship, or arguments can occur over money or personal possessions, and it’s best to try to clear the air as soon as possible if this is the case. However, it can also be a good time to take charge of financial matters that you may have swept under the rug. Desires run more deeply than usual. Some of you could be meeting with stronger personalities during this time, and the confrontations that could result are learning experiences for you, or meant to draw out your own passions and desires. There can be good energy for those of you involved in research.
Taurus
Mars, the planet of action and energy, is now energizing the sector of your chart that rules partnerships or others, dear Taurus, and will stay there until March 5th. This can be an animated time for relationships, and also a time for discovering your own passions and courage through another person. Problems that have remain unacknowledged or that have been festering have a way of surfacing during this cycle, and seem to demand immediate attention! It can also be a time in which you have more courage to pursue a relationship. Watch that you don’t pass the buck during this cycle – own and acknowledge your role in conflicts or strife that might emerge now. While during this cycle you might often feel that your life is in others’ hands, this is in fact an important time for recognizing the need for other people in your life, and for giving someone you trust a rein or two once in a while.
Gemini
Mars begins its transit of your work and health sector today, dear Gemini, and will continue to animate this area of your solar chart until March 5th. It’s a good time to take on challenging projects that you may have been putting off. You have more initiative and energy for work projects, and can apply yourself with more vigor. You might also step up or begin a health and fitness program during this cycle. Conflicts can emerge if you push others to keep your pace, or push yourself too hard. Use this time to bring more confidence, action, and courage to your work and/or to your health routines.
Cancer
Energetic Mars is now moving through your solar fifth house, dear Cancer, and will continue to do so until March 5th. This sector of your chart rules romance, pleasure, self-expression, and entertainment, and these areas of your life are invigorated now. You are more willing to take personal risks, with your heart and your creative impulses, but also possibly with money (watch this last one!). You are more outgoing and generally seize opportunities as they arise during this cycle. Romance can become heated, and this can be stimulating or challenging, depending on how you handle the energy. This more outgoing cycle brings smoother energy to most of your endeavors, as your direct approach tends to get you results.
Leo
Fiery Mars enters your home and family sector today, dear Leo, and will transit through this personal area of your solar chart until March 5th. Due to an upcoming retrograde of Mars, Mars will actually return to this sector for a lengthier visit from late May to early August. Expect a lot of extra energy for domestic matters during this cycle, and perhaps some conflicts if you don’t direct your energy into productive channels. You’re in a more self-protective and protective phase during this transit. Watch for a defensive manner, but do enjoy extra time spent on improving your home life. Expressing your desires, wants, and frustrations may not be as straightforward during this period. This can be a good time for entertaining in the home, although at times you could find that your home life is a little too busy. This morning is especially strong for matters of the heart.
Virgo
Today, fiery Mars enters your communications sector, dear Virgo, influencing this part of your solar chart until March 5th. Due to an upcoming retrograde of Mars that starts in mid-April, Mars will return to this same sector from late May to early August, so you’ll have plenty of time working with this exciting, mostly supportive energy. During this cycle, you can get very fired up about your ideas, projects, and personal or mental interests. Pour your energy into intellectual tasks if you can, as you can get a whole lot done now, working with vigor and passion. Your daily routines and communications tend to speed up. Impatience on the road and/or with speech should be watched, and this is especially the case in the next couple of days. Be careful that you don’t use words as a weapon. Otherwise, it’s a time of super-charged motivation to move your projects forward, and of more courage to connect with others. This can be an especially active and busy time for learning, studies, errand running, and neighborhood or classroom involvement.
Libra
Energetic, go-getting Mars leaves your sign today and enters Scorpio, dear Libra, where it will transit until March 5th. During this cycle, you can experience a stronger desire for financial independence or you can be especially motivated to pursue a larger income and/or take action on money-making ideas. However, it can also bring impulsive energy to your spending habits, as the desire to accumulate objects can be heightened now. You might also be a little more possessive of people in your life during this cycle. Focus now on building rather than squandering your resources. Feel the increased courage to earn what you deserve. This cycle lasts until March 5th, but while Mars typically transits signs for about two months and then moves on, not to return for another two years or so, Mars will be returning to this sector again in late May. The second visit is due to an upcoming retrograde, and will last from late May to early August. Today is strong for feeling the enthusiasm to build up your resources and enjoy the fruits of your labor, but watch the next couple of days for sharp words or impulsive spending.
Scorpio
Mars enters your sign today, where it will transit until March 5th, dear Scorpio. Over the course of this energetic cycle, you’ll have plenty of chances to assert yourself and seek out what you want from life. Mars is your personal energy levels, initiative, and drive. Angry feelings might also be triggered during this cycle, and you might want to watch for overly hasty, impulsive, or impatient behavior. Otherwise, you can use this period to heartily pursue personal goals. This can also be a time when work, if you’re looking for it, comes to you, or you get medical attention or appointments. This transit brings with it a whole lot of energy, sometimes to the point of excess, and you’ll be in charge of managing it properly. You are clearer about what you’d like to do now, and more forthright and straightforward in your manner. Assert yourself but employ self-control, and take action on things that matter to you most.
Sagittarius
You enter a cycle in which energy may be at a low point, dear Sagittarius, but in which you have the chance to take action on behind the scenes areas of your life. This transit lasts until March 5th, although Mars will return to this area of your chart later this year (from late May to early August) due to an upcoming Mars retrograde cycle. You may not be as clear or confident about your personal plans, or where to direct your energy during this cycle. This apparent slow-down should not be considered a stroke of bad luck. In fact, it’s a time for recharging your spirit, laying to rest those plans that have had their day in the sun or the ones that have simply outgrown their usefulness. For some of you, this can be a quiet or more private time for a romance. The Moon enters your privacy sector this afternoon, also pointing to a need to deal with matters of the past.
Capricorn
Some of the pressure and competitive feelings surrounding your work and responsibilities subsides now, dear Capricorn, with Mars’ move out of your career and reputation sector and into your sector of friendship, community, goals, and dreams today. Until March 5th, and then later from late May to early August, greater energy is with you when it comes to group efforts, activities with friends, teamwork, and work towards social goals. While there may be some competitive energies among friends, you can manage this better if you recognize the value of the team and consider ways to get involved or enlist help with your own projects. Social affairs can be animated and busy. You’re likely to come up with some very interesting plans for your future during this cycle. You’re also more inclined to fight for what and who you believe in at this time.
Aquarius
You are entering a highly competitive and energetic cycle today, dear Aquarius, particularly for professional matters. This cycle runs until March 5th, but due to an upcoming retrograde, it will return and be in effect from late May to early August as well. While conflicts can emerge during this period, particularly in business or with authority figures, this is a strong time for pushing yourself to improve and excel. You have more courage to go after what you want. Your ambitions are stimulated and you may be taking charge or leading. Some self-control can offset a tendency to be impatient with others or impulsive in your dealings. Be especially mindful of brusqueness in the next few days. Otherwise, enjoy this increase in ambition and sense of purpose. The Moon aligns with Mars this afternoon, and you can be feeling emotionally energized and enthusiastic about new projects or taking the initiative.
Pisces
Mars, the planet of action and energy, is now energizing your solar ninth house, dear Pisces, and will continue to influence this area of your chart until March 5th. Due to an upcoming retrograde of Mars, Mars will actually return to this area of your chart for the period of late May to early August, so you will have plenty of time to learn to work with this energy. Mars is in harmony to your sign now, and this helps boost your ability to sidestep or overcome obstacles. This is a more courageous and braver time for you, so that you are more willing to seek out new adventures and experiences. It’s a good day for connecting emotionally with this energy with the Moon aligning with Mars this afternoon. Consider what you want to do and what seems feasible. Physical or challenging activities are favored now. Taking charge of your life comes more easily.
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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: 3 Jan 2016 2:35 pm
Event: Moon enters Scorpio
Description: The Moon in 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: 3 Jan 2016 9:32 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: 3 Jan 2016 7:21 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Sat
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Saturn
We could feel burdened, restricted, or limited during this brief influence. We could be feeling a little down on ourselves, excluded, or lonely. There can be some awkwardness or stiffness and difficulty showing affection and feelings. Patience is a virtue right now; otherwise we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness. All good things come to those who wait.
Date & Time: 3 Jan 2016 9:53 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: 3 Jan 2016 2:35 pm
Event: Tr-Na 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: 3 Jan 2016 2:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Mars
Emotions are all-consuming. We desire adventure, change, and action. We can be hasty and rash, but if we use common sense as well, it can be a good time for getting the courage to do something brave. Instinctive reactions are quick. Courage, mon brave! Make those quick decisions. It’s a time for showing leadership skills.
Date & Time: 3 Jan 2016 4:11 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: 3 Jan 2016 7:45 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: 3 Jan 2016 7:47 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: 3 Jan 2016 9:32 am
Event: Tr-Na Mar Cnj Sco
Description: Transiting Mars Entering Scorpio
Right now you are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. If crossed watch for feelings of vengefulness.
Date & Time: 3 Jan 2016 8:03 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Jup Cpl Ves
Description: Transiting Jupiter ContraParallel Transiting Vesta
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
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
The elements are balanced in this chart.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced in this chart.
LUNAR PHASE: THIRD QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 45 degrees behind the Sun.
We have strong beliefs and are likely to put them into action. We have the wisdom to know when to act, but sometimes can be inflexible.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on January 3rd:
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 LIBRA
We are focused on our relationships, and finding balance, peace, and harmony in our personal environment under this influence.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE MERCURY Orb 2°01′ 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.
CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 1°20′ Applying
Emotions are all-consuming. We desire adventure, change, and action. We can be hasty and rash, but if we use common sense as well, it can be a good time for getting the courage to do something brave. Instinctive reactions are quick.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN CAPRICORN
You are responsible and respectful, with a strong need to be an authority figure. You command respect and may tend to superiority and bossiness.
13TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left knee joint
Sabian Symbol: A fire worshipper.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
SQUARE URANUS Orb 3°50′ Applying
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this need, we could cause some problems or feel restless and irritable. There could be rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Use this time to see what changes need to be made.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 2°23′ Applying
You are intense, obsessive and have great personal power. You find it easy to rid yourself of the unwanted but may be intolerant of others less powerful. Transformation is the key factor in your life.
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.
1ST DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibial nerve
Sabian Symbol: An old adobe mission.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE MARS Orb 0°40′ Applying
Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is likely, but may go a little too far. Impulsive speech or other communications. Mechanical breakdowns are possible.
VENUS
VENUS IN SAGITTARIUS
You want to share adventure with your partner, ranging from sharing adventurous ideas to hiking in the mountains. You may also enjoy relating with foreigners, and dining out with your partner at foreign restaurants.
6TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left femoral artery
Sabian Symbol: A game of cricket.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 6°05′ Applying
You are shy and inhibited in your personal relationships. You fear commitment and tend to either be the one in control or to choose a partner who tries to control you. One of your parents may have been too strict and consequently you fear expressing yourself. Once you overcome your feelings of inadequacy you will have the ability to form secure and long-lasting relationships based on firm foundations. You are faithful and loyal.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°15′ Applying
We are easily seduced, impressionable, and ready to believe what we want to see. Wait for a better time to make important decisions.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
1ST DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Urethra
Sabian Symbol: A sight-seeing bus.
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.
24TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver
Sabian Symbol: Mary and her white lamb.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 5°39′ 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°39′ 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)
12TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A flag that turns into an eagle that crows.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 5°09′ 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 3°49′ 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°26′ 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).
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
ASPECTS OF PLUTO
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 2°24′ 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.
ASPECTS OF CHIRON
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 7°18′ 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 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.
7TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: The ears
Sabian Symbol: A man successfully expressing himself in two realms at once.
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.
23RD DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs
Sabian Symbol: Two awards for bravery in war.
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.
7TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Left epididymus, right Fallopian tube
Sabian Symbol: Deep-sea divers.
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.
21ST DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Spinal nervous system
Sabian Symbol: A woman disappointed and disillusioned.
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.
25TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Liver
Sabian Symbol: A flag at half-mast in front of a large public building.
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.
25TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: The purging of the priesthood.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 3 Jan 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp08 -21°00′
Cnj 15°Cp31 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky.
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