Summary:
- The Moon is in Cancer until 2:47 AM.
- The Moon is void until 2:47 AM (since yesterday at 8:17 PM).
- The Moon is in Leo from 2:47 AM forward (until Friday, June 10th, at 9:45 AM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its New Moon phase until 8:21 AM, after which the Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
- A New Moon occurred on the 4th, and a First Quarter Moon will occur on June 12th.
- Mars is retrograde (Mars is retrograde from April 17-June 29).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
Communicating with sensitivity is in order today, dear Aries, and fortunately comes quite naturally now. Two influences that enhance your ability to understand, empathize, and nurture are active now. You are coming across quite well, but it’s not only on the surface of things, as you are also feeling more capable and connected. It’s a good time to make financial plans and to discuss strategies for reaching your goals. Intuition is easy to tap right now, and you may just find that previously irksome problems have a way of resolving themselves now. Problem solving is enhanced regarding work, financial, and practical or mechanical matters. Your vision of an issue is large, and with a broader perspective, the details of any plan seem to fall into place. It could be a good time to ask for a raise or to attract positive feedback from others. Cooperation in relationships is improved today. Even so, if you’ve been stressed over money or various problems in your daily life recently, it’s likely to reach a boiling point tomorrow as Mercury opposes Mars, so do what you can to relax and examine areas that could use some review.
Taurus
The Moon moves into your home and family sector early today, dear Taurus, and you can feel a stronger desire to take root, settle in, or even hide away. Even so, you are generous with your time and energy today, and your ability to solve problems, particularly for others, is enhanced. You might even help someone out with healing words of advice. Communications, learning, and transportation are favorable today. Emotional bonds with others can be strengthened today. It’s also a fine time for nurturing a business or business idea, and you can quite effectively draw upon your experience and wisdom to further an idea or project now.
Gemini
There are two pleasing aspects affecting you today that enhance your bonds with others and likability, dear Gemini. You can be glowing, ready to share ideas, and approaching life in a modest, sincere way that gets you results. You are a quiet leader right now, setting the trends and making it easy for others to follow along. You can more easily get in touch with your innermost desires and your subconscious mind today. You could be playing a supportive role with someone today, and the advice you have, or simply the fact that you care, can be quite inspiring, and you feel stronger for it. Private time is helpful now, although you are likely to feel quite connected with others. Watch for tension building, particularly surrounding a concern about a private or work/health matter, as your ruler, Mercury, prepares to oppose Mars, bringing problem areas to a head.
Cancer
This is a strong day for sorting out problems, dear Cancer. With a tendency to listen as well as express ourselves, communications are more balanced than usual. Your thoughts may turn to travel or higher learning today. You can feel quite supported and supportive – there is a pleasant theme of nurturing and taking care of one another. You can give great advice today, or you can inspire or be inspired by friends and connections. Work relationships can subtly improve right now. Even so, there can be some tension building in your social or romantic life that can come to a head tonight and tomorrow. Try to observe before acting.
Leo
Receiving new information that helps you out can figure strongly today, dear Leo. The Moon moves into your sign early into the day (Eastern time), and this puts you in the forefront – you’re more visible now. Emotions run on the high side, but you are in control. You have a good head for all practical matters right now, and with a better sense of what is truly feasible, it’s a good time for making plans for finances. Problem solving is favored. As well, others are noticing your special way of looking at things – your perspective – and can feel quite inspired or supported as a result. Sensitive topics can be handled with more ease than usual. Socializing with family and friends can be especially warm and rewarding right now.
Virgo
You can find it easier than usual to present your ideas today, dear Virgo, and you might enjoy being in a position to instruct. You have a strong sense for future trends and of your “audience”, and this helps you to both plan accordingly and connect well with others. You’re not one who typically chases a spotlight, but you do feel the need to receive appreciation and respect for the things you quietly do for others. This may come in subtle ways now – and subtle is how you tend to like feedback best as overly showy flattery can leave you feeling uncomfortable at times. For some of you, a financial boost or gift can be part of the picture today. It’s a good time for asking for support, a loan, or help.
Libra
This is a strong day overall for communications, dear Libra, particularly related to problem areas that require some sensitivity or people skills to navigate. Self-improvement endeavors are highly favored as well, as you are seeing a rather realistic and level-headed view of yourself and can identify areas to work harder on more easily than usual. This is a good time for striking up a conversation about a private or personal matter if this can be a help to you. Others seem to be more willing to listen to you and give you useful feedback, and you reciprocate. Your feedback is objective and considerate. There can also be opportunities to attract people who can help you expand your personal horizons, learn new things, and grow your potential now.
Scorpio
With the Moon at the top of your solar chart today, dear Scorpio, you’re more visible than usual. Today’s communications tend to be useful and responsible. Your ability to put things into perspective can open up doors that were previously closed. This is a fine time to forgive and forget hurts from the past, and to open up the lines of communication about issues that are especially important to you, particularly with a partner, love interest, or child. Allowing yourself to be vulnerable is not always easy for you, but doing so now can improve relationships. Creative ideas tend to come as the result of your interactions with a partner or trusted friend. Desires tend to be more easily met in your relationships with others now, generally because there is more willingness to look for ways to nurture and support one another. Showing your concern and care is important today.
Sagittarius
Today is strong for strengthening your relationships, dear Sagittarius, through communications and shows of concern and care. The nurturer in you emerges and can be put to good use. For some, this energy can be applied to projects and endeavors – growing an idea or business can be the focus now. Others may be reaching out to people you care about and the results are good. It’s a little easier than usual to solve problems or rise above them when it comes to practical matters. You might also lend a sensitive ear to other people’s problems. There is an easygoing way about how you express yourself now that is especially appealing to others. While conversations can open up important topics now, recent tensions or overthinking can reach a head by tomorrow, particularly related to work and family or professional and personal balance.
Capricorn
Today is strong for domestic and family matters, dear Capricorn, particularly on emotional levels. Your ideas, thoughts, and creative process tend to flow well now, and expressing yourself creatively and affectionately can be rewarding, coming more easily than usual. Your way with words is marked today, and you may be seeking out new, improved, and original ways to express yourself or to stimulate yourself on a mental level. This is a good time for seeing things for their true value, and perhaps for seeing through appearances as well. Relationships with siblings, classmates, and even neighbors can be enhanced now. There can be some tension, however, building in your social life, particularly related to matters of time, energy, and opinion! If you or others have been holding on to resentments, they may be reaching a head tonight and tomorrow.
Aquarius
Today is particularly strong for nurturing friendships through healthy communications, dear Aquarius. You can express your affection quite creatively now, and might bond with a love interest, child, or sibling through shared ideas. With communication skills boosted today, you could find nice outlets for expressing yourself. This is about seeing things you might overlook on a more chaotic day. You might also enjoy handling work and household details today, coming up with some great ideas about these matters as you do. Health can also be a focus and an area for problem solving and fresh, new thinking. There can be a better attitude coming from family and co-workers in general, and this helps fuel your own motivation. You might feel some level of relief and purging as you naturally share something that you’ve been keeping to yourself.
Pisces
This can be a good day for communicating more effectively, dear Pisces. This is not just about the words you choose to express yourself, but more that your good intentions shine through. You might benefit from word of mouth or receive some interesting offers now. This is also a good time to feel a connection with someone special, and there can be a nice sense of growth and faith in a relationship. It’s easier now to verbalize exactly what you want, and also to see what others may want as well. Today also brings strong vibes for family or domestic life, particularly on emotional and caring levels. You might purchase something special for the home or take special care of a valuable. It’s a good time, generally speaking, for strategizing along financial lines as well. However, if tension over a chaotic schedule or differing beliefs has been building recently, it may be reaching a head tonight and tomorrow as Mercury and Mars move towards an opposition. Center yourself so that you’ll be able to avoid hasty words and decisions.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign.
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The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts (for the astrology of the week, see This Week in Astrology):
Date & Time: 8 Jun 2016 2:47 am
Event: Moon enters Leo
Description: The Moon in Leo
We have a stronger need for appreciation, shows of affection and warmth, and excitement. We are proud and conduct ourselves accordingly. This is a time for having some fun, being creative and childlike, and enjoying life. It’s also a good time for organizing and managing.
Date & Time: 8 Jun 2016 1:59 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jup
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Jupiter
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: 8 Jun 2016 2:44 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Square 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: 8 Jun 2016 2:47 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Leo
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Leo
We have a stronger need for appreciation, shows of affection and warmth, and excitement. We are proud and conduct ourselves accordingly. This is a time for having some fun, being creative and childlike, and enjoying life. It’s also a good time for organizing and managing.
Date & Time: 8 Jun 2016 6:14 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nod
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting North Node
There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.
Date & Time: 8 Jun 2016 8:19 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Sun
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Sun
What we feel and what we think we should do can be at odds with one another temporarily. There can be discontent or indecisiveness. We could be feeling out of sorts. Tensions will pass.
Date & Time: 8 Jun 2016 9:10 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Ven
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Venus
Relationships may be subtly strained or unsettled. Try to relax and not obsess. Restlessness can lead to poor choices or overindulgence. Show restraint and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: 8 Jun 2016 11:46 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Mercury
Date & Time: 8 Jun 2016 3:01 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Pallas
Date & Time: 8 Jun 2016 8:49 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: 8 Jun 2016 8:53 pm
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: 8 Jun 2016 9:55 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Sxt Chi
Description: Transiting Mercury Sextile Transiting Chiron
There is more sensitivity to what is communicated, and how it’s communicated. We are looking at things in a more holistic way.
GEMINI STRONG
Agile, versatile, inquisitive, flowing, conversational, airy, many ideas. Can be volatile, superficial, changeable, restless and inconsistent.
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
The elements are balanced in this chart.
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.
LUNAR PHASE: CRESCENT
Moon 45 to 90 degrees ahead of the Sun.
This is an eager, impulsive, and progressive time. We are motivated and ready to take on challenges.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on June 8th:
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 LEO
You have an emotional need for praise and attention. Under stress you may show off in order to gain attention, or become arrogant. You may be proud of your mother, or she may be very proud of you.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE SATURN Orb 7°31′ Applying
We are more able to find a balance between our own emotional needs and our responsibilities. This is a strong time for establishing good habits. We are more tolerant, deliberate, and resolute.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN GEMINI
You are curious, communicative, versatile and talkative. You may be unreliable and evasive.
19TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Laryngeal muscles
Sabian Symbol: A large archaic volume.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 0°28′ Separating
We take pride in our ability to relate well with others or to smooth over differences now. Graciousness, diplomacy, charm, and some superficiality are themes. This is a good period for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance, all things considered.
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 3°41′ Separating
There can be exaggerated good moods or a tendency to go over the top now. Clashes of ego can occur.
OPPOSITION SATURN Orb 5°33′ Separating
You feel that forces are against you in life. You are always stopped from doing what you want. As a child, a father figure, may have been strict and imposing. As an adult you continue to feel this restrictions. You may also fear pushing beyond the restrictions. Your challenge is to create your own rules and beliefs on which to build your life.
QUINCUNX PLUTO Orb 1°23′ Separating
We could have a hard time deciding how to proceed about a matter. There may be a moral dilemma now, or a tough decision between taking the high road or the low road. We may be resisting change that is necessary in order to move forward or let go of something. We may be in denial about our own personal power or ambition.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 6°48′ Applying
We can feel especially vulnerable to criticism or fear rejection now, or could struggle with a situation where we may need to humble ourselves. People or circumstances may seem to be exposing or playing on our vulnerabilities.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN TAURUS
You place importance on traditional knowledge. You learn in a slow, methodical and hands-on manner. You stick to old ideas and may fear having to learn anything new.
25TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Lower jaw
Sabian Symbol: A large well-kept public park.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
OPPOSITION MARS Orb 1°29′ Applying
You are aggressive in your communications and are surprised when others take offence. You believe that others are criticising you when it is you who need to learn compromise.
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 0°27′ Applying
There is more sensitivity to what is communicated, and how it’s communicated. We are looking at things in a more holistic way.
VENUS
VENUS IN GEMINI
You are curious and flirtatious, and enjoy intellectual relationships with exchanges of ideas. Communicating within a relationship is important to you. You can be restless, and sometimes gets bored. You may have many money-making schemes.
19TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Laryngeal muscles
Sabian Symbol: A large archaic volume.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 4°10′ Separating
We are easily distracted, craving pleasure or leisure. We may be overdoing things, overselling ourselves, overbuying, or overstating our affections. There can be a lack of self-discipline now. However, we can also push ourselves to reach a little further than we usually do, particularly on a social level.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
27TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Anus
Sabian Symbol: A military band on the march.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE CHIRON Orb 1°01′ Applying
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.
15TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: ‘Bare area’ of liver
Sabian Symbol: An ornamental handkerchief.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE SATURN Orb 1°52′ Separating
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.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 2°33′ Separating
We may be misled easily under this influence–by others, or by our own unrealistic or inflated expectations. Routine seems to be particularly unsatisfying now, as we are inclined to want to find more meaning in what we’re doing.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 2°18′ 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.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 2°21′ 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)
13TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A widow’s past brought to light.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 0°41′ Applying
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).
24TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle
Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.
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)
13TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A sword in a museum.
ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 4°54′ Applying
You have a tendency to daydream and live in a fantasy world, possibly even escaping into the world of drugs and depression. Your quest in this life is to put your creative talents to positive use.
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).
26TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar nerves
Sabian Symbol: A new moon that divides its influences.
VESTA
VESTA IN GEMINI
Networking and coordinating are two key factors in your work. You enjoy communicating and exchanging information, particularly at work. You have a tendency to avoid emotions, in favor of intellectual conversations. You may be a committed writer.
10TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Hilum of lungs
Sabian Symbol: Aeroplane, after a nose-dive, rights itself gracefully
PALLAS
PALLAS IN PISCES
You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.
7TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right talus
Sabian Symbol: A cross lying on rocks.
JUNO
JUNO IN LIBRA
It’s especially important to us that our partnerships are fair and balanced during this cycle, and we can be particularly bothered if the scales are tipping. We feel stronger if we are able to maintain harmony, negotiate effectively, and treat one another fairly.
30TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Left ureter
Sabian Symbol: Three mounds of knowledge on a philosopher’s head.
CERES
CERES IN ARIES
You feel cared for when people are allowing you to be independent. You also believe that the best way of caring for others is to let them be themselves. You will suffer if you feel dominated or caged in.
20TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Hyoid bone
Sabian Symbol: A young girl feeding birds in winter.
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.
17TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Abdominal muscles
Sabian Symbol: A volcano in eruption.
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.
17TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Cruciate ligaments of left foot
Sabian Symbol: An easter promenade.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Aspects to Mer 24°Ta37 +15°44′
Cnj 24°Ta25 CAPULUS— Sexual and/or aggressive
Aspects to Plu 16°Cp53 -20°57′
Cnj 16°Cp52 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Ves 09°Ge58 +18°50′
Cnj 10°Ge00 ALDEBARAN *** Success through integrity
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