Summary:
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- The Moon is in Cancer all day (until Tuesday, October 6th, at 4:30 AM).
- The Moon is waning and in its Waning Gibbous phase until 5:06 PM / the Moon is waning and in its Last Quarter phase from 5:06 PM.
- A Last Quarter Moon occurs today at 5:06 PM.
- Venus turned direct on September 6th and is in its post-retrograde shadow until October 9th.
- Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from September 17-October 9 in Libra).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
It can be a little difficult to find peace with too much to do and not knowing where to begin, dear Aries. Expressing feelings impatiently can be an issue at times today. You don’t feel very comfortable in the state of indecision, but sometimes it’s better to wait. The need to detach yourself from mainstream activities is a real need today. Personal time is important to you now, but perhaps a little difficult to achieve. However, it’s important to restore balance to your life by paying home and family their due attention.
Taurus
Some restlessness can be felt today, dear Taurus, particularly if you need to pay special attention to details or if you are facing a deadline. It can be a little difficult to concentrate or to settle your mind today. This is a good day for social conversations, however. Love relationships, friendships, and relationships with kids can open up if you are able to let go of the minor stress in your practical world. You may be putting effort and energy into helping others, or you could be enjoying activities related to hobbies and the home now.
Gemini
Today is a good day for seeking out comforting activities, dear Gemini. The Quarter Moon late afternoon may stimulate some restlessness, but the trick is to do something productive and deal with any emerging problems directly and promptly. Watch out for impulsive spending or acting on whims that you sense are not good for you. In the coming days, you might be in a better position to reassess financial matters, although final decisions should probably wait until after Mercury turns direct on the 9th.
Cancer
The Moon moves through your sign all day, dear Cancer, and your personal needs are on the front burner. It’s a time for taking care of emotional needs that have been put aside or left unattended. There could be a conflict with family today, or conflicting feelings about whether to do your own thing or tend to others’ needs. Tensions today can stimulate a clearing of the air, however, so be sure not to back away from a challenge. Assert your need to pursue personal goals and activities if necessary.
Leo
The Moon transits your privacy sector all day, dear Leo, and this can be an important signal to focus on nurturing your mental and emotional health. It’s a time for replenishing and renewing yourself on an emotional level through some form of retreat from the more competitive or harsher side of daily life. This doesn’t mean inactivity, and in fact, the Moon connects with energetic Mars in your resources sector today, encouraging some level of busy-ness. Certainly you have a strong drive to work, learn, and connect these days, and this is present today as well, but it’s equally important that you pay attention to emotional needs in order to restore some balance to your life.
Virgo
A stronger drive to grow, try something different or alternative, and to connect with others or connect with a dream or goal is with you today, dear Virgo. You might find that people in your life can be impatient or tense if they are not able to do something productive or growth-oriented. You may be feeling this as well, so if you can latch on to an activity that makes you feel useful and feeds your sense of purpose, then do so. You do have a strong independent streak these days, but you’re likely to enjoy some company now. There is a stronger sense of current trends and ideas, and you’d like to be on top of these.
Libra
With the Moon in your performance sector all day, dear Libra, your attention turns to structures, rules, career, and responsibilities. Challenges arising today can be motivating, nudging you to action or to making important changes. This is a time for reassessing recent projects or goals from a more practical, experienced, and realistic perspective, even if this means letting something go or channeling your energies and efforts differently. You are in a good position to enjoy behind the scenes activities and time to yourself. This can serve to improve your intuition, which is strong as it is today.
Scorpio
The Moon intensifies your desire for forward movement, growth, and discovery today, dear Scorpio, and your spirits lift. Even so, there can be some moodiness today if you’re not certain what to do with yourself or if your indecision keeps you from doing what you want to do. Watch for impatience with others and you may want to hold back a little before voicing your frustrations, as the feeling may pass rather quickly. Avoid overcommitting yourself so that you have some freedom to explore possibilities. This can be a good day for casual relationships. Shared experiences and ideas are favored.
Sagittarius
You are drawn to the more mysterious or subtle levels of life today, dear Sagittarius, with the Moon in your solar eighth house all day. It’s a great time to learn more about your unanswered or deeper needs, and it’s also a powerful time for observing others’ behaviors and learning new things about important people in your life. There could be a distancing or clash with a friend today, but for the most part, you’re in a good position to learn more about yourself and your relationships.
Capricorn
There is a stronger thrust towards pursuing your major life goals or career matters these days, dear Capricorn, but there is a need to tend to pay more emotional attention to your close relationships now. There can be some competitiveness in the air, but channeling extra energy into productive activities can reduce tension or keep it to a healthy level. The Moon is in your opposing sign, and this can inspire a desire to balance out your life in various areas, and especially in your relationships. You seek out companionship now.
Aquarius
You’re in an especially outgoing and action-oriented solar cycle, dear Aquarius, and this will continue through the third week of October. However, today you can be drawn to dealing with details, work, and routines, as you can feel quite emotionally “off” if systems in your daily life are not working up to par. You can learn a lot from disruptive or erratic emotions, as you’re more likely to see what issues you’ve left unresolved. Tend to any neglected areas of your life in order to feel more organized and confident going forward. This is a strong day for throwing yourself into a favorite activity, particularly if you need to deduce, investigate, or research in order to advance your interests.
Pisces
The Moon harmonizes with your sign today, dear Pisces, and this tends to build confidence as it’s a little easier to express your feelings naturally through your activities. There is more playfulness in your approach to the world, and you’re generally coming across well. Even so, there can be some mixed signals to deal with. There may be some underlying concerns about relationships or deeper emotions about longer-term matters that poke up for attention now and again today, and this can translate as moodiness. Overall, the coming weeks and even month are strong for relationships, and sorting out your feelings about someone or about relationships in general can do you a world of good now.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign.
If Your Birthday is October 4th, If Today is Your Birthday full horoscope here.
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: 4 Oct 2015 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Cancer
Description: The Moon in Cancer
This is a good time for making or nurturing emotional connections, sharing feelings, and connecting with our imagination, warmth, compassion, and sensitivity. We might concentrate on home, family, and domestic matters now. Nurture others and also the self.
Date & Time: 4 Oct 2015 5:06 pm
Event: Third Quarter at 11°Cn19′
Date & Time: 4 Oct 2015 2:27 am
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: 4 Oct 2015 4:16 am
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: 4 Oct 2015 6:59 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Mars
We are more courageous and able to take the lead. We are in tune with our natural desires and instincts. We express our feelings honestly. We are independent, resourceful, and brave.
Date & Time: 4 Oct 2015 8:15 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: 4 Oct 2015 10:08 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Trine 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: 4 Oct 2015 5:06 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: 4 Oct 2015 5:41 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Jupiter
A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: 4 Oct 2015 6:21 pm
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: 4 Oct 2015 8:13 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Pluto
A buried or frustrating issue can now come to a head. Something from the past or that was previously hidden can surface. There can be intensity in our relationships or emotional turbulence within. Complex feelings and entanglements can be issues. The need to let go of something could emerge. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: 4 Oct 2015 10:09 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Chi Pll Jun
Description: Transiting Chiron Parallel Transiting Juno
CANCER STRONG
Nurturing, protective, tenacious, emotional sensitive, watery, strong roots. Can be overly protective, unwilling to let go, timid, reclusive.
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.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
The elements are balanced.
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: DISSEMINATING
Moon 135 to 90 degrees behind the Sun.
Sharing our knowledge with the world is a major motivation at this stage. We believe we have gained much knowledge and wisdom through our experiences, and want to ensure others have the benefit as well.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on October 4th:
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 CANCER
You need nurturing. Under stress you may want to retire to the comfort of your home. You will form a strong bond with your mother. You may have difficulty in breaking away from home later in life.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE THE SUN Orb 2°32′ 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.
SQUARE MERCURY Orb 5°32′ Separating
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.
SEXTILE MARS Orb 2°35′ Separating
We are more courageous and able to take the lead. We are in tune with our natural desires and instincts. We express our feelings honestly, and are more independent, resourceful, or brave.
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 3°01′ Applying
We are generous, forgiving, and high-minded now. We are looking at people and situations positively. This is a good time for making plans.
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 1°00′ Separating
We are turning into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We more naturally accept situations and people as they are. Sensitivity, compassion.
OPPOSITION PLUTO Orb 4°26′ Applying
A buried or frustrating issue can now come to a head. Something from the past or something that was previously hidden can surface. There can be intensity in our relationships or emotional turbulence within. Complex feelings and entanglements can be issues. The need to let go of something could emerge. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Left renal system
Sabian Symbol: Miners emerging from a mine.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 7°41′ Applying
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this, we could cause some problems. There could be restlessness and rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Exercising some restraint can help us to make needed changes.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 1°53′ Applying
We may be tempted to control or manipulate events and people, and can have difficulty reaching a compromise. We might need to reevaluate expectations, face our fears, manage power struggles, and deal with urges to control others and situations.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Kidney surface
Sabian Symbol: A group around a campfire.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 1°41′ Applying
We are seeing our priorirites, taking things seriously, and applying ourselves to important matters. We are drawn to activities that are purposeful and practical. We can be conservative and cautious with our methods, opinions, learning, believing, and communicating. Thoroughness.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 2°04′ Applying
Important contacts can be made with people who share our intellectual interests or who introduce us to new ideas that help us to grow, improve, and expand. Projects prove successful right now, particularly those involving teamwork. Learning, teaching, communicating, and making contact figure strongly now, or we meet with situations that encourage us to improve our skills in these areas.
VENUS
VENUS IN LEO
We take more pride in our tastes, relationships, and personal possessions. We are more affectionate, expressive, and generous, and we tend to crave admiration and appreciation.
27TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Chordae tendinae
Sabian Symbol: Daybreak.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SQUARE SATURN Orb 4°32′ 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 VIRGO
You will pursue your personal desires in a practical and methodical manner. You may be critical if opposed.
6TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Descending colon
Sabian Symbol: A merry-go-round.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 5°36′ Applying
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.
SQUARE SATURN Orb 4°38′ Separating
We can feel thwarted, blocked, or slowed down. Enthusiasm wanes. Delays are possible, but might lead to important edits and adjustments.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 1°34′ Applying
This is a time for resting, escaping, or taking a break as we reconsider our needs. We might temporarily lose focus or direction.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Abdominal aorta
Sabian Symbol: A bride with her veil snatched away.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 4°02′ 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 1°24′ Applying
You are enthusiastic about so many things, and have ambition to succeed. You naturally find yourself in leadership positions and react well to them.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 6°37′ 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)
2ND DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Pelvic girdle
Sabian Symbol: The ocean covered with whitecaps.
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°48′ Applying
Your generation works hard to use your power to right the wrongs you perceive in society. First you must learn to control that power in your own life.
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).
13TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left knee joint
Sabian Symbol: A fire worshipper.
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).
19TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Extensor muscles of left toes
Sabian Symbol: A master instructing his pupil.
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.
5TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: The eyes, left and right
Sabian Symbol: A triangle with wings.
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.
22ND DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right trochanter
Sabian Symbol: A chinese laundry.
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.
7TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A woman feeding chickens and protecting them from the hawks.
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.
27TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Deep nerves
Sabian Symbol: A mountain pilgrimage.
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 ***
Transits 4 Oct 2015 – Event Chart
Aspects to Jup 11°Vi35 +08°04′
Cnj 11°Vi31 ZOSMA — A victim or a saviour
Aspects to Pal 21°Sg46 +08°42′
Cnj 22°Sg40 RAS ALHAGUE The desire to heal a wound.
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