Summary:
With an inferior conjunction of Mercury and the Sun, this is an important time for new ideas, although they’re very new and raw at this “birthing” stage. There is an awakening happening at this time as we release old patterns and begin anew. It marks the halfway point in Mercury’s retrograde cycle. This is also a time when we are reminded of our need to feed our spirits with imagination and spirituality, but it may not be clear how to do so with the Sun (and Mercury) forming a quincunx with Neptune.
- The Moon is in Taurus all day (until Thursday, October 1st, at 4:03 PM)
- The Moon is waning and in its Full Moon phase.
- A Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse occurred in the sign of Aries on September 27th, and a Last Quarter Moon will occur on October 4th.
- 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
This can be the beginning of new thinking on a relationship, or on partnerships and your needs for one-on-one relating in general, dear Aries. You have an uncommon ability to see the dysfunctional elements of the past and have a strong sense for what you are heading towards and want for the future. There can be significant thinking on a past relationship matter or a significant conversation with a partner. Later today, you can have a distinct feeling that you’re missing something or that you’ve forgotten to take care of your needs for rest, replenishment of spirit, and spirituality, particularly as this lack relates to your partnerships. The Moon is in your solar second house all day, and it’s important to seek out grounding activities that help you connect with your body’s needs and with the here and now.
Taurus
You can get a strong sense of what you want – and don’t want – from your work and daily routines today, dear Taurus, and thinking you do on the matter can be the start of a new modus operandi. This is a turning point of sorts, moving you from a state of indecision to increasing clarity. Even if you are not in agreement with a friend today, their opinion can nevertheless be useful for jumpstarting your own thinking, leading to a new take on a situation. The Moon’s presence in your sign, all day, can get you into stronger touch with your emotions. Doing something special for yourself is appropriate now.
Gemini
Conversations and ideas today can be the start of brand new thinking along romantic or creative lines, dear Gemini. There could be a reconnection with an old friend that gets you thinking or seeing a past relationship in a new way. The Moon in your privacy sector all day can stimulate a reflective, introspective mood. You could be feeling a little confused about where you’re headed in a larger sense, with your career or general life path, and this can distract you from the tasks at hand. Hunches can be a little difficult to trust later today, and it may be better to remain on the fence until you feel clearer.
Cancer
New light may be shed on a past matter today, dear Cancer, from your childhood or related to home and family matters. In the coming weeks, you’ll discover what this means for you. Ideas coming out of the thinking and conversing you’re doing now can be significant in the long term. Later today, there can be a tendency to feel a little restless if you’ve been ignoring your need for more stimulation or adventure in your life. The Moon is transiting your solar eleventh house all day, bringing you into tune with your needs for friends, networks, and a sense of community.
Leo
New light may be shed on matters related to communications today and this week, dear Leo. You might re-discover an old interest or come to the conclusion that something you’ve been pursuing is no longer up your alley. This can be the beginning of new thinking on learning pursuits and projects. Ideas not can spark a long-term project. You are likely to see recent decisions in a new light now. Later today, there could be difficulty concentrating. There could be vague feelings that you’re lacking something in your life, which could stimulate some restlessness. This could be a signal that you need to take into better account your need to escape or take a detour from the usual routine.
Virgo
New information about a past matter, or new thinking on an old problem, can emerge today, dear Virgo, particularly on financial or business levels. This can be the start of a new direction, but for now, take note of ideas coming to you. You could be focusing on recycling old ideas or discovering that a particular attitude or project may no longer be motivating you. For some of you, there could be the discovery a lost item or even a forgotten possible source of income. Later today, there is a tendency to become distracted easily. Relationships can be slightly out of sync, and differences in values or wavelengths especially prominent.
Libra
The Sun and retrograde Mercury align in your sign today, dear Libra, making it an important time to see recent decisions or plans in a new light. There is good energy with you for drawing upon the past for ideas and recycling them in improved ways going forward. While your communications have more impact than usual, don’t necessarily count on being fully understood just for now. Later today, the Sun in your sign forms an awkward angle with Neptune, and you could feel a little put upon or dissatisfied with your current projects or work. Feeling a little under the weather may be a signal that you’re not listening to your needs for more imagination in your life. It may be time for some rest and reflection.
Scorpio
There can be new insight into an old problem today, dear Scorpio, and a lot of attention may be directed to past events and relationships. However, there is a turning point occurring now that sets you on a new path. You are coming to a new understanding of a past problem that allows you to move forward with less baggage. An important blank might be filled in through the events to today, and this helps you to see things with new eyes. Later today, you can easily become distracted from routine matters and should probably indulge a need for fantasy, entertainment, or healthy escapism if you can manage it.
Sagittarius
Important thinking or conversations can occur today that give you new insight into recent events, decisions, or problems, dear Sagittarius, particularly related to friends and relationships. For some, this can be about a significant plan or dream. The insight you gain now may be a little new or raw, but can eventually lead to new beginnings and attitudes. This may come as a result of a meeting with someone from your past for some of you. Whether it’s direct feedback from a friend or simply your observations and recognition of your relationship needs, you’re going forward with a stronger sense of what you want from your connections. Later today, consider ways to feed the need for imaginative or creative activities and give your mind a rest.
Capricorn
Today and this week, new insight into your life path, direction, or career is significant, dear Capricorn. This is a time for seeing recent decisions, projects, and events in a new light, and having a stronger sense of what you want from life moving forward. Pay special attention to conversations or information coming in related to long-term goals, work, and responsibilities. While this is not yet the time for making sweeping decisions in this regard, it’s an important time for gaining a better understanding of your goals and for redefining your expectations to match them. The Moon continues to transit your creative sector all day today, so be sure to make time for playful, expressive activities.
Aquarius
With the Sun and retrograde Mercury in alignment today, dear Aquarius, it’s an important time for putting old attitudes that no longer serve you well behind you. You can have new insights into recent decisions that serve to change your perspective in significant ways, particularly related to learning and exploratory pursuits. This can be the start of a new way of approaching your life. Later today, it’s important to honor your needs for imagination, daydreaming, and spiritual sustenance. Ignoring them may lead to a state of being easily distracted or restless. With the Moon in your home and family sector all day, be sure to take extra time to spend with loved ones or in a comfortable setting.
Pisces
There may be new thinking on financial matters that is significant today, dear Pisces, or you could gain a new perspective about recent decisions with money that steers you on an improved course. Intimate relationships might also be in focus, particularly as you examine the past and come up with a new perspective on it. This can set you on a brand new path that comes with an empowered attitude. Perhaps you’re seeing that you’ve been dwelling too much on a past relationship or problem and this has been unnecessarily weighing you down. You are now feeling the need to move past it and move on. It can be difficult to focus on practical tasks today, as much as you’d like to, and it’s important to take time out for extra rest and reflection.
*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: 30 Sep 2015 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Taurus
Description: The Moon in Taurus
This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 0:00 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Venus
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 1:48 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: 30 Sep 2015 2:57 am
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: 30 Sep 2015 3:14 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: 30 Sep 2015 5:55 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Mars
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 8:14 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Jupiter
We want to do good and to honor our inner code. We don’t sweat the small stuff right now. We are generous with our energy, time, and money. A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 11:53 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Pluto
This can be a good time for getting loans, for taking care of business, and for dealing with money matters. It’s also good for getting in touch with feelings and managing them effectively. There can be a boost to our intimate life, creative impulses, and self-understanding. Events occurring now might involve some kind of karmic repayment or benefit. We could discover new information, hidden information, or a lost item. This is a time for recycling – seeing new uses for old items. True feelings come to the surface.
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 4:48 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Nod
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: 30 Sep 2015 8:42 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Chiron
We are more emotionally present and involved. We more easily hone in on problem areas and want to fix them. Synchronicity is a feature of our daily life right now. Tune in and enjoy the spiritual signposts.
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 11:39 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Ves
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare 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: 30 Sep 2015 11:49 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Jun
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: 30 Sep 2015 10:38 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Cnj Mer
Description: Transiting Sun Conjunction Transiting Mercury
This is an auspicious time for communicating and writing. Assert yourself with clarity.
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 11:04 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Qnx Nep
Description: Transiting Sun Quincunx Transiting Neptune
Dreaming, creating, and imagining have better results than hard decision making right now. There can be a temporary loss/lack of clarity. We can be questioning whether what we are doing or pursuing feeds our spiritual needs. Make adjustments if there is a discrepancy.
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 5:12 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sat Sxt Nod
Description: Transiting Saturn Sextile Transiting North Node
Destiny now gives you the chance to let go of the past and incorporate new people, projects and habits.
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 7:43 am
Event: Tr-Tr Chi Cpl Jun
Description: Transiting Chiron ContraParallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: 30 Sep 2015 8:10 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ves Opp Jun
Description: Transiting Vesta Opposition Transiting Juno
Challenges over control and power can be at play. There can be issues surrounding an imbalance of attention to work and to relationships.
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
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
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
The modes are balanced in this chart.
LUNAR PHASE: FULL MOON
Moon 180 to 135 degrees behind the Sun.
We are concerned mainly with the nature of relationships and are made aware of recent imbalances. Something can come to fruition. Our concern is not limited to personal relationships, but relationships of all kinds. Our cards are on the table.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on September 30th:
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 TAURUS
This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE JUPITER Orb 2°16′ Separating
We can be motivated to honor our inner code. We don’t sweat the small stuff right now. We are generous with our energy, time, and money. A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 0°03′ Separating
We can be quite focused now, driven by our goals and ambitions and motivated to put problems behind us. We might happily pour ourselves into a current passion or interest, and could find it easy to get to the bottom of things.
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.
8TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A blazing fireplace in a deserted home.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 0°07′ Separating
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°27′ Applying
Dreaming, creating, and imagining have better results than hard decision making right now. There can be a temporary loss/lack of clarity. We can be questoning whether what we are doing or pursuing feeds our spiritual needs. Make adjustments if there is a discrepancy.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 5°48′ 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.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 6°10′ Separating
We might come to realizations of personal or professional truths, and these can propel us forward on a new path, or advance our current goals. People tend to support and assist us now. We might recognize our need for others. This is a good time for setting goals.
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.
8TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Nerve supply to kidney and renal pelvis
Sabian Symbol: A blazing fireplace in a deserted home.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°35′ Separating
We may not be seeing things clearly, or we are second-guessing our perceptions. There can be difficulties concentrating and focusing.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 6°03′ 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.
24TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Papillary muscles
Sabian Symbol: A yogi with transcendent powers yet untidy & unkempt.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE URANUS Orb 4°54′ Separating
We are open to new or unusual experiences. Our intuition for making changes serves us well now, and there can be good business sense, particularly for tapping into current or future trends. There is a healthy level of detachment experienced now that opens us up to new ideas, methods, art forms, and ways of relating.
MARS
MARS IN VIRGO
You will pursue your personal desires in a practical and methodical manner. You may be critical if opposed.
4TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Ascending colon
Sabian Symbol: Children play together happily.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 7°17′ 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 2°30′ 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 4°09′ 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.
11TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Falciform
Sabian Symbol: A boy moulded in his mother’s aspirations for him.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 3°07′ 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°12′ 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 7°36′ 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)
1ST DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Pelvic bone
Sabian Symbol: A grand army of the republic campfire.
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°59′ 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.
6TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eye Socket, orbital cavity
Sabian Symbol: A square brightly lighted on one side.
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.
21ST DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Head of left femur
Sabian Symbol: A child and a dog with borrowed eyeglasses.
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.
6TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Pubis
Sabian Symbol: The ideals of a man abundantly crystallized.
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.
26TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Connections between femur and tibia
Sabian Symbol: A water sprite.
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 30 Sep 2015 – Event Chart
Aspects to Jup 10°Vi46 +08°22′
Cnj 11°Vi31 ZOSMA — A victim or a saviour
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