Astrology of Today – Friday, April 10, 2020

Today’s Transits (Eastern Time)

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  4:35 pm

Event: Moon enters Sagittarius

Description: The Moon in Sagittarius

This is a time for expanding our mind and experience, exploring new pathways, aiming high, and broadening our horizons. It’s not as strong for detail or routine work. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  3:34 pm

Event: Moon goes void of course

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  1:31 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: Apr 10 2020  2:16 am

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: Apr 10 2020  8:14 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Plu

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile 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: Apr 10 2020  9:07 am

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: Apr 10 2020  9:46 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Cer

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Ceres

There can be conflicts with loved ones, or we could be feeling unsupported. People could seem insensitive or uncaring, or our own needs seem to be at odds with the needs of family and friends.

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  11:09 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jun

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare 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: Apr 10 2020  11:34 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Pal

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Pallas

There is a good ability to successfully combine logic and intuition, and to understand problems taking into account the human element. There is sensitivity to people’s issues now. Cooperation. Effective, sensitive decision making.

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  3:34 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Mer

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Mercury

Ideas flow freely. We express feelings with clarity and thoughts with sensitivity. An excellent time for cooperative projects. A good time for taking tests, writing, promoting, public speaking, and studying. We are alert, observant, and our memory is good. 

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  4:35 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sag

Description: Transiting Moon Entering Sagittarius

This is a time for expanding our mind and experience, exploring new pathways, aiming high, and broadening our horizons. It’s not as strong for detail or routine work. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  6:36 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Sat

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Saturn

An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  7:22 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nod

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx 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: Apr 10 2020  5:26 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Jun

Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Juno

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  9:39 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sxt Chi

Description: Transiting Venus Sextile Transiting Chiron

Opportunities for relationships or socializing can arise now. Interactions are open, warm, and supportive of growth.

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  2:40 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mar Cpl Ves

Description: Transiting Mars ContraParallel Transiting Vesta

Date & Time: Apr 10 2020  7:59 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mar Tri Ves

Description: Transiting Mars Trine Transiting Vesta

We have a stronger ability to direct our energies into meaningful activities. This is self-contained energy – we don’t seek others’ help very readily.

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

ARIES STRONG

Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.

SCORPIO STRONG

Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, the power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, dramatic.

AQUARIUS STRONG

Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.

PISCES STRONG

Compassionate, sensitive, self-sacrificing, gentle, intuitive. Can be escapist, impractical, hyper- sensitive, gullible.

Today’s Elemental Balance

The elements are balanced today.

Today’s Modal Balance

The modes are balanced today.

Today’s Lunar Phase

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 April 10th:

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 the Moon 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 SCORPIO

Whether it’s passion, elation, sorrow, or desire, emotions are felt on a deeply personal level. The Moon in Scorpio urges us to uncover our own power, and it’s an excellent time to rid ourselves of old fears and limiting habits. It can be an intimate and passionate time. Avoid manipulative tactics, brooding, and suspiciousness.

28TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Mucous membranes 

Sabian Symbol: The king of the fairies approaching his domain.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

TRINE MERCURY  Orb 1°56′ Applying

Our hearts or emotional needs and our minds seem to be cooperating, and we are able to communicate effectively. It’s a good time for publicity, marketing, writing, and studying.

OPPOSITION VENUS  Orb 8°46′ Applying

We may be attempting to please others and ignoring our own needs, or tending to our own needs and alienating others. We can be feeling needy, looking for love or attention outside of ourselves. Indulgence, dissatisfaction.

SEXTILE JUPITER  Orb 1°44′ Separating

We are generous, forgiving, and high-minded now. We are looking at people and situations positively. This is a good time for making plans.

SEXTILE SATURN  Orb 3°59′ Applying

We are more able to find a balance between our own emotional needs and our responsibilities. We are more tolerant, deliberate, and resolute.

SEXTILE PLUTO  Orb 2°17′ Separating

This is a good time for feeling emotionally certain and motivated. We are more resourceful and insightful. The ability to keep the emotions on the inside today may be a strategy that turns out to be most successful. 

THE SUN

THE SUN IN ARIES

You are an assertive and freedom-loving individual. You have a strong need for independence, and may tend to display self-concern assertively.

22ND DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Cheek muscles 

Sabian Symbol: The gate to the garden of desire.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

SQUARE JUPITER  Orb 4°14′ Applying

There can be exaggerated good moods or a tendency to go over the top now. Clashes of ego can occur.

SQUARE PLUTO  Orb 3°41′ 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 PISCES

Our thinking processes are visual, intuitive, and imaginative. We are especially attuned to the world of emotion, which colors both our thoughts and our communication style. We guess well, express ourselves with imagery, and make decisions intuitively. We are more attracted to consciousness-raising information.

30TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Toenails of the left foot 

Sabian Symbol: The great stone face (being the projection of an ideal).

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

SEXTILE SATURN  Orb 2°02′ 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 CHIRON  Orb 7°08′ Applying

We are more sensitive to how our communications are received or relayed, as well as to differences in opinion. We seek to heal through our words, to teach, guide, and understand.

VENUS

VENUS IN GEMINI

We enjoy connecting and communicating, exchanging ideas. We seek out variety in our entertainment and with people. We can have many different ideas for enjoying ourselves or making money and we’re not bound to any one particular idea.

6TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Lower left pulmonary lobe 

Sabian Symbol: Drilling for oil.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

TRINE MARS  Orb 1°32′ Applying

You have a talent for relating to other people. You are a loyal and fun loving partner with an ability to balance intimacy with independence. You may take your own creative talents for granted and fail to make the most of them.

TRINE SATURN  Orb 4°47′ Separating

We are conservative with our feelings, affections, and pleasures. We value loyalty, duty, honor, steadiness, and economy now, and our judgment is sound if on the cautious side. Smart purchases. Maturity in love and with money and business. A good time to form personal or professional alliances.

SEXTILE CHIRON  Orb 0°18′ Applying

You are a caring and loving partner. You understand your partner’s struggles.

MARS

MARS IN AQUARIUS

You will fight for just causes. You’re unpredictable, but will probably be a group leader. You may become rebellious when angry.

8TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left saphenous veins 

Sabian Symbol: Beautifully gowned wax figures.

ASPECTS OF MARS

CONJUNCTION SATURN  Orb 6°19′ Separating

You sometimes feel that it is hard to express your energy fully, that something always holds you back. There is a feeling of “bashing your head against a brick wall” and this is frustrating. You are ambitious, and have the ability to slowly but surely reach your goals. You also have the ability to organise yourself and others, and good self discipline.

SQUARE URANUS  Orb 1°50′ Separating

The desire to assert independence and to dominate can be strong. Impulsiveness can be a problem. We can be rebellious and willful, ignoring others’ needs in the process.

SEXTILE CHIRON  Orb 1°14′ Separating

You have the opportunity to be an empathetic and powerful leader of the downtrodden people of the world.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN CAPRICORN

You have integrity and traditional values. You also seek professional status and recognition, and could be overly concerned with the letter of the law.

26TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Connections between femur and tibia 

Sabian Symbol: A water sprite.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

CONJUNCTION SATURN  Orb 5°43′ Applying

You may at first experience some difficulties making up your mind as you feel pulled between your need for freedom and expansion, and the need for discipline. However, once you have learned to work with both these sides of your nature, you have an ideal blend of enthusiasm and structure. You work well within a structured system and therefore can do well in business. Your approach to religion is usually conventional.

CONJUNCTION PLUTO  Orb 0°32′ Separating

You have the enthusiasm to live life to the fullest. What you do, you do in a big way. Keep your ego under control and you will achieve much and be a great leader.

SATURN

SATURN IN AQUARIUS

You have an ability to work well in groups. Your work is often original and innovative.

2ND DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left tibial nerve 

Sabian Symbol: An unexpected thunderstorm.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

SQUARE URANUS  Orb 4°29′ Separating

You work to overcome a feeling of inadequacy about your abilities. You have problems with authority figures and need to learn to compromise. When you have done this you will succeed, particularly in large organisations.

CONJUNCTION PLUTO  Orb 6°16′ Separating

You are an ambitious and powerful person. You are a powerful leader and must learn to use your unique insights for positive purposes.

URANUS

URANUS IN TAURUS

(1934 – 1942) We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn how to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. We’re challenging what we previously valued. There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. We’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money are likely. Income and the energy we put into making money can be variable. (May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, then March 6, 2019, to July 7, 2025, and then November 7, 2025, to April 25, 2026). 

6TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Larynx 

Sabian Symbol: A bridge being built across a gorge.

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)

20TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Right fibula muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A table set for an evening meal.

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).

25TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Connections between femur and tibia 

Sabian Symbol: An oriental rug dealer.

Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

CHIRON IN ARIES

Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. You may become a pioneer in a way that will be of service to humanity.

7TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: The ears 

Sabian Symbol: A man successfully expressing himself in two realms at once.

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.

8TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Bronchi 

Sabian Symbol: Around a closed-down factory strikers mill defiantly.

PALLAS IN CAPRICORN

You possess wisdom and the ability to structure your thoughts. Your mind copes well with plans and you like to put things in their proper place.

27TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Deep nerves 

Sabian Symbol: A mountain pilgrimage.

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.

12TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Left renal system 

Sabian Symbol: Miners emerging from a mine.

CERES IN AQUARIUS

You feel cared for when others accept and encourage your sense of individuality. You feel comforted when surrounded by groups of people. You teach others to accept their eccentricities.

26TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right fibula 

Sabian Symbol: A hydrometer.

THE BLACK MOON IN ARIES

9TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Lens of eye 

Sabian Symbol: A crystal gazer.

ERIS IN ARIES

24TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle 

Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN CANCER

This is a quest to overcome inner pride and to tolerate your own failures. You have a tendency to make life harder than it need be. This is based on past lives where you had to work hard for people’s respect. You need to learn humility and to express your emotions honestly so that you can nurture others with your wealth of wisdom.

2ND DEGREE OF CANCER

Part of Body: Seventh rib 

Sabian Symbol: A man on a magic carpet observes vast vistas below him.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN CAPRICORN

This is a quest to overcome inner pride and to tolerate your own failures. You have a tendency to make life harder than it need be. This is based on past lives where you had to work hard for people’s respect. You need to learn humility and to express your emotions honestly so that you can nurture others with your wealth of wisdom.

2ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Left patella 

Sabian Symbol: Three stained-glass windows, one damaged by bombardment.

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 10, 2020.**