Summary:
This morning’s minor but challenging aspect between the Sun and Chiron can point to some blocks to confidence. Later today, Mercury is quincunx Pluto, and we can have a hard time getting our message across or coming to a strong decision/conclusion as we may be second-guessing or doubting our choices, or we trigger negative responses from others. We might have a hard time digesting or accepting certain news or information now.
- The Moon is in Capricorn all day (until the Moon enters Aquarius on Thursday, July 30th, at 5:40 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase.
- A First Quarter Moon occurred on the 24th, and a Full Moon will occur on July 31st.
- Venus is retrograde (Venus is retrograde from July 25-September 6).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries

The Moon spends the day in your performance and responsibility sector, dear Aries, and you’ll find yourself more emotionally invested in what you do and how you do it. This, of course, can make you a little more sensitive to areas of imbalance, but it can also motivate you to make improvements. Later today, worries or hurdles related to your work, reputation, plans, or a friendship can figure strongly, but try not to let them interfere with your happiness. Instead, let them point you in the right direction for making adjustments and changes. Work on handling matters that leave you feeling less than confident or even guilty and drained. Taking steps towards fixing problem areas will help lessen tension. Start little and then work yourself up, and you may very well find that taking care of the small things has a way of clearing up the big problems naturally.
Taurus

The Moon spends the day in your adventure sector, dear Taurus, encouraging you to seek out answers, truths, and new experiences. Later today, an awkward Mercury-Pluto aspect can generate suspicions, lack of trust, or worries. This is a day for making minor adjustments and for working on the hurdles that seem to be in your way when it comes to pursuing more enjoyment and happiness. The past can help you to find valuable answers, particularly with your ruler, Venus, retrograde, but if you’re obsessing about it, it’s not going to serve you well.
Gemini

It may not be the best day to seek out understanding or a favor, dear Gemini, as your ruler, Mercury, is in challenging aspect to Pluto, and this energy can leave us wondering, doubting, and possibly on a fence about a matter. At worst, it can stir up resentment or even hostility. It might also be wise to avoid bringing up the past or sharing something important or personal just for now. Keeping certain things to yourself just for the time being can serve you well, but it’s not necessary to be guarded to an extreme. Try not to waste too much time and psychic energy on negative thoughts, and you will learn a lot from observation. The Moon is in your solar eighth house all day, pulling your attention to your own inner workings and perhaps hidden desires.
Cancer

The Moon is spending the day in your relationship sector, dear Cancer, and you’re especially sensitive to the workings of a close relationship. Later today, there can be a subtle strain to your interactions. There could be something that’s said that is either not the complete picture or that stirs up feelings of resentment, perhaps as it seems designed to make you feel guilty. There could be some discomfort about a past matter that resurfaces. For some, it’s about money, and for others, it’s about respect, with Mercury in your sector of worth in awkward angle to Pluto. While you’re emotionally geared to seek out balance today, sometimes the healthiest way to do so is to let go and move on.
Leo

The Moon spends the day in your work and health sector, dear Leo, promoting attention to your daily routines and the little details of life that keep everything together. However, some tension is possible now and if you feel a little drained, it could be a signal that you need to make some adjustments that re-routes you on a healthier path. Taking the high road is an admirable Leo trait, and this can come in handy later today when Mercury-Pluto energy can too easily wear people down. There is a tendency to doubt or suspect others, to second-guess your choices, or to say something that stirs up some controversy and possibly hurt feelings.
Virgo

Try not to give too much thought to something you hear that rubs you the wrong way today, dear Virgo. You might suddenly see a person’s hidden agenda, or a frustrating or hurtful past experience can resurface and weigh on your mind. Find something more productive to take your mind off the negative thought patterns – you have better things to do, and deserve to be kinder to yourself. It can be draining to overanalyze or micromanage a situation that may be better left to run its natural course. The Moon’s presence in your creative solar fifth house all day can help nudge you in happier directions.
Libra

There can be a stronger need to recoup, lay low, and get comfortable today, dear Libra, with the Moon in your home and family sector all day. Later today is not ideal for decision making, but not every moment is. Sometimes we need to observe things a little longer before committing, and other times we may have to learn from our mistakes. There can be a feeling that whatever alternative you pick, you won’t win. There could be a minor dilemma between family and friends, or the need for time to recoup and the need to make connections with others. There could be a communication that seems manipulative or designed to make you feel guilty. In all likelihood, what gets you going now won’t be very important later, so try to focus on the positive and sidestep the mental tension. If it’s your own worries and concerns that keep your mind circling, do your best to let go.
Scorpio

While today’s energies are not particularly strong for confidence, there can be some interesting observations and fair energy for productivity as well. Later today, it’s best to communicate gently and carefully, because Mercury, the planet of communications, is in awkward angle to your ruler, Pluto, which happens to be in your communications sector! There can be an offhand remark that gets to you, even if you’re keeping things quiet, but consider whether it’s worth your attention. The Moon’s position in your solar chart today encourages learning, updating skills, and finding new mental interests that motivate you.
Sagittarius

You can learn something completely new today, dear Sagittarius, and while it may be slightly uncomfortable at first, you can be thrilled that you’re reaching out beyond your usual bounds. Later today, the communications planet forms an awkward aspect with dark, mysterious Pluto, and this can pull up guilt or worry that you’re losing power or clout. Try to stay in the moment rather than becoming heavy with concern over what hasn’t yet happened. This is not the best time to make a financial decision or a big purchase as it may curtail your freedom to do what you truly want to do. If you find yourself very frustrated with someone’s differing opinion, ask yourself if it’s worth the extra stress that pursuing the matter can cause. The Moon is in your resources sector all day, encouraging you to simplify in order to enjoy what you already have. Patience is key now.
Capricorn

You might learn something today that causes you a bit of discomfort, dear Capricorn, but ultimately it leads you to a better understanding of a relationship or your own internal workings. Commit to face a fear rather than shrink from it. There is a tendency to exaggerate an issue in your mind, or to think negatively about a matter to the point that it becomes larger than life, when nothing much is likely to come of it. Worry is only useful when it is brief and it motivates you to handle a problem. Beyond that, it leads to unnecessary stress. Allow yourself the opportunity to explore surfacing emotions that the day-long visit from the Moon in your sign offers you.
Aquarius

It’s important to address the need for growth in existing relationships today, dear Aquarius, rather than feeling insecure about someone’s need for change. In fact, if insecurity is stimulated now, it may very well be wise to go in the direction of your fear. There is a lot to learn from others and from situations that make you feel less than confident. Later today, a nagging aspect between Pluto and communications planet, Mercury, can if left unattended lead to saying or thinking the wrong thing. Something awkward from the past may resurface for your attention. Try to let go of a tendency to overthink. The Moon is in your privacy sector all day, encouraging much-needed rest.
Pisces

This is a day that shouldn’t be rushed, dear Pisces. You can be feeling strongly about an idea or ideal today and quite eager to share, but another part of you could feel a little hesitant. Emotions may interfere with work or even well-being and health. You might derive special satisfaction from supporting or assisting others, but avoid going so far to please that you begin to feel resentful. Later today, you may be questioning a person or situation, and even your own perceptions. This can be for good reason, but it’s best not to run on doubts alone. Make it a mission to reduce stress, and the best way to do so today is to disengage from negative and tense ideas, or removing yourself completely from difficult environments.
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The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Capricorn
Description: The Moon in Capricorn
Consolidate. Pay attention to the foundations of life. Repair and restructure. Attend to financial or business matters. Make solid plans and get organized.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 0:49 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Sun
How we feel and what we think we should do can be at odds right now. We could act on our will at the expense of our feelings, or act on our feelings at the expense of our will or ego. Either way, we can feel unsatisfied.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 6:49 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Neptune
This is a feel-good time if we allow ourselves to relax and tune into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We absorb things easily, our senses are in good form, and we more naturally accept things and people as they are. There is no need to look for definite answers right now.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 9:21 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Juno
We can gain strength through others or through our relationships, and we are especially comfortable in one-on-one situations.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 11:57 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Jup
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Jupiter
Time to show some restraint. Grandiosity is not appealing. Neither is excess. Practice self-control. Self-indulgence is more likely now. We’re not as inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. We may be acting in a haughty manner.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 12:39 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Saturn
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 12:43 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Vesta
We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 12:53 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Mercury
It can be difficult to be objective at this time. This can be a “foot in mouth” time. We should think before we speak, or there could be hurt feelings.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 1:41 pm
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: 29 Jul 2015 2:23 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Pluto
Deeper feelings emerge. Emotional extremes can be experienced now. This can be a time that we crave or recognize the need for an overhaul – a deep, lasting change.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 5:13 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ven
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Venus
We can feel a little out of sorts. Our needs for pleasure, love, or entertainment may be at odds with our needs for comfort and familiarity, and we can be on the fence about what to do next. Overspending or overeating is possible.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 6:55 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqq Chi
Description: Transiting Sun SesquiSquare Transiting Chiron
A spiritual awakening is occurring right now. Memories may haunt you. Note your dreams and innermost thoughts and heal past hurts.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 10:24 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Pll Mer
Description: Transiting Sun Parallel Transiting Mercury
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 0:01 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Tri Pal
Description: Transiting Mercury Trine Transiting Pallas
We are expressing ourselves more clearly and are more able to instruct others. There is a pronounced ability to order our thoughts and ideas and to recognize patterns. We can enjoy making plans, lists, and connections now.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 11:40 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Tri Ves
Description: Transiting Mercury Trine Transiting Vesta
We are willing to put in the effort for a mental interest or project, and can feel pleasantly dedicated to our work or ideas. We are more able to focus on what we’re doing and communicating, and are more inclined to notice and consider details.
Date & Time: 29 Jul 2015 11:21 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Qnx Plu
Description: Transiting Mercury Quincunx Transiting Pluto
Re-assessing decisions we have made already, or adjusting our plans, may be in order. Second-guessing.
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
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
The modes are balanced in this chart.
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 (EDT) on July 29th:
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 CAPRICORN
You feel secure when life is structured, or you are working hard. You may be emotionally distant or cold. You mother’s love may be limited in some way. Your mother may have been strict or cold.
13TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left knee joint
Sabian Symbol: A fire worshipper.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
QUINCUNX MERCURY Orb 0°27′ Applying
It can be difficult to be objective at this time. This can be a “foot in mouth” time. We should think before we speak, or there could be hurt feelings.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 1°24′ Applying
Deeper feelings emerge. Emotional extremes can be experienced now. This can be a time that we crave or recognize the need for an overhaul – a deep, lasting change.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN LEO
You are good-hearted, have a sunny personality, and a strong need for attention. You have a generous nature, but can be arrogant.
7TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left coronary vein
Sabian Symbol: The constellations in the sky.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 6°31′ Separating
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN LEO
You are enthusiastic in your quest for knowledge. You are proud of your learning abilities, and believe in the saying that learning is fun. You may have a tendency to be a know-it-all.
13TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right ventricle of heart
Sabian Symbol: An old sea captain rocking on the porch of his cottage.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
QUINCUNX PLUTO Orb 0°57′ Applying
Something we write or say could trigger power struggles or hostility from others. Re-assessing decisions we have made already, or adjusting our plans, may be in order. Second-guessing.
VENUS
VENUS IN VIRGO
This is a time when we express our love through practical means and gestures – running errands, doing detail work, or just being there. What we love, what we decide to buy and the types of entertainment we enjoy during this cycle are ruled by whether or not things make sense.
1ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Duodenum
Sabian Symbol: In a portrait the best of a man’s traits are idealized.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 3°08′ Applying
We are looking for more meaning or color to our lives and especially to our relationships. We seek to make others happy and tend to give others the benefit of the doubt. Our feelings and tastes are grand, and we may be especially extravagant or indulgent.
SQUARE SATURN Orb 2°07′ Applying
Lack of spontaneity when it comes to expressions of affection and the pursuit of pleasure, likely due to insecurities or fear. We may be reserved, withdrawn, cautious, and tight with money and/or feelings. Feelings of being alone and not getting what we want/need can be experienced now.
MARS
MARS IN CANCER
We are less likely to move straightforwardly towards our desires now. Our emotional moods especially affect the pursuit of our goals. We are a little more cautious and conservative under this influence, but we will fight for, about, or on behalf of those people and things that are dearest to our heart.
24TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Blood vessels of digestive organs
Sabian Symbol: A woman and two men on a bit of sunlit land facing south.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE SATURN Orb 5°00′ Applying
We can be reserved but possess self-control now. We are better able to focus on priorities or practical affairs. This is a good time to take care of details, to get organized, and to put in hard work.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 2°47′ Separating
The desire to assert independence and to dominate can be strong. Impulsiveness can be a problem. We can be rebellious and willful, ignoring others’ needs in the process.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 2°16′ Separating
There is more courage to face problems. Fighting for the underdog. Physical healing can help inner healing, and vice versa.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LEO
We are generous and dignified. Excessive egoism should be watched for. Prosperous areas are creative ones, entertainment, children, and recreation. Generosity brings success. (July 16th, 2014 to August 11th, 2015)
28TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Chordae tendinae
Sabian Symbol: Many little birds on the limb of a large tree.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE SATURN Orb 1°01′ 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.
SATURN
SATURN IN SCORPIO
A strong period for dissecting and studying the unconscious/subconscious, for seeing how deep-rooted fears and patterns control our lives, and for dealing with and eventually mastering our addictions. Restrictions we experience through our debts to others can be magnified, and these can be material, moral, or emotional debts. This transit can help us to structure, organize, and make sense out of these debts. Dealing with fears of dependency and helplessness. Resourcefulness. (October 5, 2012 to December 23, 2014; then June 14, 2015 to September 17, 2015)
29TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vomer
Sabian Symbol: A woman pleading for the lives of her children.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010 to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011 to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018 to March 6, 2019).
21ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eye muscles
Sabian Symbol: A pugilist entering the ring.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011 to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012 to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025 to January 26, 2026).
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).
14TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right knee cartilage
Sabian Symbol: An ancient bas-relief carved in granite.
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011 to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018 to February 18, 2019).
22ND DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A man bringing down the new law from sinai.
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.
13TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Ventricles of brain
Sabian Symbol: A bomb which failed to explode is now safely concealed.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN SAGITTARIUS
This is an idealistic position. We love to learn and share our ideas and beliefs with others, and will go to great lengths to defend our principles and to reveal our truths.
12TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A flag that turns into an eagle that crows.
JUNO
JUNO IN VIRGO
Partnership and service are tied together in some significant manner with this position. There may be some resistance to merging fully with a partner, as there is a need to remain independent, separate, and distinct even in a partnership.
11TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Falciform
Sabian Symbol: A boy moulded in his mother’s aspirations for him.
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.
2ND DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibial nerve
Sabian Symbol: An unexpected thunderstorm.
HYGEIA
HYGEIA IN LEO
You take pride in your health. You may have hobbies and pastimes linked with health.
12TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Vertebral column
Sabian Symbol: An evening lawn party.
ASTRAEA
ASTRAEA IN CANCER
You have an inability to let go of your family. You prefer the comfort of your own home to the excitement of an open environment.
3RD DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Eighth rib
Sabian Symbol: An arctic explorer leads a reindeer through icy canyons.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LIBRA
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
3RD DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Adrenals
Sabian Symbol: The dawn of a new day, everything changed.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN ARIES
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
3RD DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebellum
Sabian Symbol: A cameo profile of a man in the outline of his country.
*** ASPECTS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 29 Jul 2015 – Event Chart
Aspects to Ven 00°Vi24 +06°56′
Cnj 00°Vi02 REGULUS*** Majestic, success, (revenge)
Aspects to Mar 23°Cn17 +22°21′
Cnj 23°Cn25 POLLUX Pain of creativity, competitive
Aspects to Jun 10°Vi47 +07°57′
Cnj 11°Vi31 ZOSMA — A victim or a saviour
Aspects to Cer 01°Aq07 -30°31′
Cnj 02°Aq00 ALTAIR To explore, to be bold.
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