Summary:
While a Quarter Moon occurring today could stimulate some tension, overall we’re more cooperative and reasonable than usual, making it relatively easy to come to satisfying agreements.
- The Moon is in Capricorn until 9:37 PM.
- The Moon is void from 4:31 PM to 9:37 PM.
- The Moon is in Aquarius from 9:37 PM forward (until October 23rd, at 1:17 AM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase until 4:31 PM / the Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase from 4:31 PM forward.
- A First Quarter Moon occurs today at 4:31 PM.
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
This is a strong day for sharing ideas and thoughts – possibly decisions as well – with someone special, dear Aries. It’s a good time to clear the air or simply catch up. You are seeing both sides of a situation, and there is generally an air of fair play and reasonableness around you today. You can be feeling especially generous now and in the next few days. Attracting love or admirers is very likely this week, and for many of you, this can involve the work that you do.
Taurus
This is a good time to work through any differences you may have had on the job or with people with whom you share daily activities, dear Taurus. This is also a fine time for coming to fair agreements and cooperation. Your spirit is generous now and this week as Venus, your ruler, aligns with Jupiter both by a parallel and later a conjunction. This brings out your desire to be the best you can be, and stimulates a sense that you have the freedom to do more. For some, this can bring out a tendency to indulge or gamble, which probably should be tamed. Otherwise, this is a time for feeling some form of relief from stress and good humor.
Gemini
There is a general spirit of cooperation around you today, dear Gemini, even if some tension is generated this afternoon surrounding power dynamics or a miscommunication. You may be in the position of mediator now. Interactions are mutually beneficial and supportive today. It’s easy to connect with people who share similar interests or ideas, and if you need to repair a relationship, this is a good time to do so through the power of conversation and reason. Seeing both sides to the story is at the heart of this.
Cancer
While there could be tension in a partnership today, dear Cancer, it’s generally of the positive variety. What’s stirred up now can lead to positive change. There is good energy for communications in general today, and particularly with or about family. Today and this week, you can enjoy healthier or at least kinder communications with others, making it a great time to reach out and make that connection that you may have been considering. It’s also a generally good week for presenting your ideas, taking tests, and doing interviews. You are coming across as quite approachable and friendly.
Leo
There can be much going on in your daily life now, dear Leo, and your expertise or know-how could be in demand right now. You could be involved in negotiating or mediating, or leading and guiding others on a particular subject. Someone may be having a wonderful influence on your personal awareness, and you might also be helping others to discover important things about yourself. Today and the next several days are particularly strong for making beneficial connections. More trust and faith could develop through the conversations you have now.
Virgo
This is a strong time for discussing finances or business plans with someone you trust or an adviser, dear Virgo. There is good energy for working through troubled areas with strong powers of reason and a sense that you can get a handle on things. It seems a little better if you put your head together with someone. While there can be some tension today regarding overdoing in certain areas, you’re in a great position to make good judgment calls. Venus in your sign is forming empowering connections with other planets today and this coming week, and this is a good sign that others are on your side, or that reaching out has its rewards.
Libra
You are especially clear and articulate today and in the next few days as well, dear Libra. You might excel at any activity that involves communicating, selling, teaching, guiding, and negotiating. You could be the voice of reason today, although this afternoon can stimulate any tension that may have been brewing on the home front. Fortunately, this is generally a feel-good time when you feel you can accomplish more of what you want to do, and rise above some of the concerns that have recently bogged you down. Meeting someone from your past is quite possible now with Venus quite active this week in your solar twelfth house, a house of karma and ruling over matters of the past and loose ends in general.
Scorpio
This is a good day for thinking through matters from the past that have been weighing heavily on your mind or heart, dear Scorpio, and reaching a reasonable conclusion. You could also be sorting out or tying up loose ends, putting finishing touches on a project, or sharing something private with someone you trust who might help you make sense of it. There is a nice sense today and this week that you have the opportunity or incentive to accomplish things you never thought possible. Connecting with friends is a stronger desire than it has been, and you may very well make a mutually beneficial connection now. Matters of the heart are pleasant and surprising.
Sagittarius
Your capacity for achievement is great, dear Sagittarius, and you could find that circumstances seem to be lining up in such a way that you’re able to perform at your peak. There is a strong drive to fill your potential these days, and a real sense that you have that opportunity. This is a good day for healing mind and body, and it’s also strong for examining your goals and ideas and deciding which ones are most attainable or reasonable. There can be a fortunate encounter made now, or a conversation with a friend that is somehow empowering.
Capricorn
You could be turned to for advice or as an expert on a subject today, dear Capricorn, and you are communicating with both fairness and an air of authority. It’s a generally good time to present an idea or to feel respected. There could be the need to partner up in order to meet or pursue a goal, and while you are often a rather solitary and independent person when it comes to your work, there can be fortunate connections made now. Now and this week, you can be feeling strongly optimistic. It’s a pleasant and opportunity-filled time for learning, publishing, expanding a project, or turning around an area of your life that needs some special attention. Be positive and willing to extend yourself. You could be feeling some sort of calling towards a particular subject now.
Aquarius
This can be a wonderful day, and in some respects week ahead, in which to feel more empowered and positive about the future, dear Aquarius. You might discover how to control a part of yourself that previously controlled you, and this can boost your confidence. Work matters can improve or move to a new level, and this takes a load off. You could feel more in charge of your life now. This is a good day for sharing personal philosophies, ideas, or pearls of wisdom. You could connect with someone who shares an interest or with whom you feel comfortable about communicating your pet interests and ideas.
Pisces
Today and in the coming days, connections with others can be especially helpful, dear Pisces. Partnerships and close relationships can be surprising, pleasant, and prosperous. This is not a time when you are inclined to want to go it alone, and in fact, others’ input can be very helpful. It’s a good day for reasonable and satisfying discussions about topics that typically are a little sensitive or avoided. Opening up to others somehow invites more opportunities into your life. There is more generosity and a spirit of goodwill in your interactions now that can be especially pleasing, although some friendships can be a little touchy this afternoon.
*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: 20 Oct 2015 9:37 pm
Event: Moon enters Aquarius
Description: The Moon in Aquarius
This is generally a good time for social pursuits, group projects, trying something new, joining a group, and networking. A change of pace refreshes. Hobbies, clubs, and groups may demand attention now. It is time to build networks and cooperate. Humanitarian pursuits are highlighted.
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 4:31 pm
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 4:31 pm
Event: First Quarter at 27°Cp07′
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 0:25 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Uranus
There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 7:46 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nep
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Neptune
If we are not in touch with our need for inspiration, beauty, compassion, connection to something otherworldly, or our spirituality, we could feel out of sorts right now. Relaxing, listening to music, getting close to nature, or taking a break may resolve this.
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 1:57 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: 20 Oct 2015 4:31 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Sun
This is a time for noticing discrepancies. Self-expression doesn’t flow well, and conflicts can be stirred. There can be some resistance and irritability. This can be a time when we’re compelled to take action, make changes, and solve problems.
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 7:15 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Ceres
There is a stronger desire to nourish, care for, or tend to favorite people, things, and projects. There can be greater attention to diet, health, and self-care programs. There can be a stronger connection to people we love, home, and family, and more sensitivity to others in general.
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 9:13 pm
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: 20 Oct 2015 9:37 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Aqu
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Aquarius
This is generally a good time for social pursuits, group projects, trying something new, joining a group, and networking. A change of pace refreshes. Hobbies, clubs, and groups may demand attention now. It is time to build networks and cooperate. Humanitarian pursuits are highlighted.
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 10:50 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: 20 Oct 2015 10:51 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting North Node
A good time for dealing with the public, for making connections, and for taking positive steps towards a personal or professional goal. You are able to make changes. This is a feel-good time for embracing new opportunities.
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 11:41 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Mar
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation.
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 2:21 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Pll Ves
Description: Transiting Sun Parallel Transiting Vesta
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 5:46 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Pll Jun
Description: Transiting Mercury Parallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: 20 Oct 2015 9:36 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ves Opp Nod
Description: Transiting Vesta Opposition Transiting North Node
VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
LIBRA STRONG
Even-handed, harmonious, artistic, diplomatic, balancing, strong sense of fairness. Can be over- compromising, appeasing, judgmental.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE WEAK
We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
WATER WEAK
There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
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 October 20th:
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.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE THE SUN Orb 2°20′ Applying
There can be a conflict between our intentions and our emotions now. We can feel tense and unsatisfied until we take care of problems. We can be unsure about whether we want support or to do things independently.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN LIBRA
You are diplomatic, and have a strong need for peace and harmony. Beauty is important to you, and you could be vain.
27TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Vascular system of skin
Sabian Symbol: An airplane hovering overhead.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN LIBRA
You are a diplomat and peacemaker, often acting as a go-between in relationships. You a good communicator, putting others at their ease. Arguments may upset you, as you prefer harmony in communications.
10TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A canoe approaching safety through dangerous waters.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 3°12′ Applying
We can be worried or troubled, a little paranoid, and possibly suspicious with this combination. We are defensive about our ideas, intelligence, or perceptions, and might take it personally if others are not agreeing with or adopting our opinions.
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.
11TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Falciform
Sabian Symbol: A boy moulded in his mother’s aspirations for him.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 5°14′ Applying
This is a passionate, lively, expressive influence. Social relations are impassioned, and perhaps demanding or combative. We may also feel compelled to do something creative or artistic. We have a chance to express our needs, passions, and desires now in effective ways. Venus can act to soften Mars’ aggressiveness, or Mars can make Venus’ romantic impulses more forceful and pressing. Some level of competition is present in our interactions. Impulsive purchases are possible.
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 4°04′ 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.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 3°22′ Separating
We are easily seduced, impressionable, and ready to believe what we want to see. Wait for a better time to make important decisions, but pay attention to feelings that emerge now. This is a time for acknowledging imperfections in relationships.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 2°31′ Applying
We’re a better judge of value right now — who and what are important to us. We might see one another, and our relationships, in a different light. We could reconnect with someone or improve an existing bond. We could be up for a challenge now. Increased insight in relationships, with money, and in business.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 6°59′ Applying
You tend to suffer emotional pain in your personal relationships. You are so busy caring for your loved ones that you neglect your own needs. This imbalance can lead to you resenting your partners . You also tend to become the peacemaker as you are so sensitive to disharmony. You need to learn to nurture yourself and trust your own wisdom.
MARS
MARS IN VIRGO
You will pursue your personal desires in a practical and methodical manner. You may be critical if opposed.
16TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Groove for inferior vena cava
Sabian Symbol: Children crowd around the orang-utang cage in a zoo.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 1°09′ Separating
You are generous, self confident and lucky. Your energy level is high and you are courageous. You have a tendency to go where angels fear to tread, as you approach life with gusto regardless of the consequences. Travel and religious causes are likely to feature in your life. You may like to consider a career in the military or competitive sports.
QUINCUNX URANUS Orb 2°17′ Applying
We may be looking to dominate or to assert our independence if we feel trapped, restricted, or otherwise limited. Impulsiveness can be a problem. With creativity, we may be able to break through obstacles in unusual and unique ways.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 2°43′ Separating
Ambitions and determination increase to pursue our goals. It’s easier to see what we want and to devise a plan to pursue it. We may be focusing on redoing or reworking something from the ground up.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 1°44′ Applying
We can be quite touchy and easily aggravated at this time if we are not dealing with the source of our anger issues and frustrations. With these emerging, we can more easily see what’s tripping us up. Physical activity might also help release stress now.
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
TRINE PLUTO Orb 1°33′ Separating
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 2°54′ 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.
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)
3RD DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Ischia
Sabian Symbol: Two men playing chess.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 4°22′ 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).
19TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Corpus callosum cerebri
Sabian Symbol: The magic carpet.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 5°01′ 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).
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).
18TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Extensor muscles of right toes
Sabian Symbol: In a huge tent a famous revivalist conducts his meeting.
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.
1ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebrum
Sabian Symbol: A woman has risen out of the ocean, a seal is embracing her.
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.
27TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Gluteal muscles
Sabian Symbol: The sculptor’s vision is taking form.
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.
13TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Right renal system
Sabian Symbol: Children blowing soap bubbles.
CERES
CERES IN CAPRICORN
You tend to look after yourself and others rather than seek nurturing. You feel nurtured when you achieve your ambitions. You teach others self-discipline and how to achieve their goals.
29TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left genicular arteries
Sabian Symbol: A woman reading tea leaves.
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.
1ST DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A butterfly made perfect by a dart through it.
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.
1ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebrum
Sabian Symbol: A woman has risen out of the ocean, a seal is embracing her.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Aspects to Mer 09°Li55 -02°03′
Cnj 09°Li09 DIADEM To sacrifice oneself.
Aspects to Ven 10°Vi37 +07°01′
Cnj 11°Vi32 ZOSMA — A victim or a saviour
Aspects to Pal 26°Sg31 +06°26′
Cnj 25°Sg57 ACULEUS Enduring attacks but success
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