The Moon is in Cancer.- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
- The New Moon occurred on April 15th in the sign of Aries. The First Quarter Moon will occur tomorrow.
- Mercury is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 3.
Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:
Aries
The Moon spends the day in your home and family sector, dear Aries. This is a time for a hiatus of sorts, whether it’s merely about unplugging for a set period or getting extra time to sleep in or rest. Honor your needs for familiarity, comfort, and relaxation away from the demands and concerns of the outside world when possible now. Keep in mind, though, that the Moon is doing battle with heavyweight planets in your public/career sector, and you can feel conflicted as a result. As the day advances, tension with your broader goals, career, or family can trigger inner frustrations, or you can be torn between rest and work. You can use this energy to your advantage, though, as fuel for motivation to make changes or put an irritating situation behind you. It’s a good idea to pay special attention to anger that surfaces suddenly and seemingly from nowhere. Seek balance.
Taurus
The Moon spends the day in your communications sector, dear Taurus, and you have an increased need for stimulation, especially of the mental variety. This cycle is a good time for putting your feelers out, gathering information, making contact, and getting out and about. You can have a strong attraction to personal projects or passions right now, but also a compelling need to get things done. Rushing through your tasks leads to mistakes and disagreements. Get in better touch with your true desires before taking action, especially later today when an opposition between the Moon and Mars can result in decisions or words that are too hasty. You can have a hard time relaxing until you face your frustrations, and this aspect paves the way for that opportunity, even if it can be a chaotic or messy path!
Gemini
You’re less focused on emotional whims and more interested in getting comfortable and settling in today, dear Gemini, with the Moon in your solar second house. You’re inclined to make smart moves with business and money, as well. Comfort needs assume special importance today. You prefer to stick with safe, familiar, and comfortable settings and activities. Even so, you may do battle with competing needs as the Moon opposes a line-up of planets. Tensions can build, and any resentments you’ve been nursing towards others, whether it’s about boundaries, respect, money, or power dynamics, may reach a boiling point. Physical and emotional attractions can be intense today, but you can also feel unsatisfied until you find a way to get to a balance. With others, it can be a little tricky getting to the point of compromise, but it’s certainly not out of reach.
Cancer
The Moon spends the day in your sign, dear Cancer, and this brief transit can bring a pleasant rush of energy to your life and a desire to begin anew or to enjoy a new, special experience. Emotions are more transparent than they have been in recent days. You incline to go your own way, but you also seek acknowledgment from others. You feel a stronger than usual desire to look forward and move on. However, moods can be up and down as the Moon in your sign faces off with a number of planets in your partnership sector. This evening, with a temperamental Moon-Mars opposition, others may seem like instigators or may be pushing their agendas. Keep in mind you have something to learn about yourself through conflicts occurring now. If resentments have been building in a partnership or close friendship, they’re likely to come out of hiding today, giving you the chance to deal with them once and for all.
Leo
The Moon spends the day in your solar twelfth house, dear Leo, arousing a desire to tuck yourself away. Extra time carved out for rest and reflection will do you much good at this point in the lunar cycle. This is in preparation for the transit of Moon in Leo starting on the 22nd when you begin a new, fresh cycle. Right now, it’s best not to “go hard” in your life. You’re in better shape for contemplation and processing recent situations, events, and your own feelings. While peace and quiet do you well now, the Moon faces off with a line-up of planets in your sector of work and health. It may be that there’s an inner conflict you’re dealing with now between clashing desires, but this could also point to volatile feelings, and if so, this can be a symptom of being out of touch with your true needs and wants. You may be dealing with a pesky competitor, or you could feel pressured and fear that resting is lost time when, in fact, it’s something you need to bring your best game going forward. Aim for balance as much as possible now.
Virgo
The Moon spends the day in your social sector, dear Virgo, and you’re experiencing a stronger need for undemanding situations and people around you. Light, happy company would be perfect right now! Or, you may be in a primarily forward-looking, hopeful frame of mind, focusing on plans and goals related to personal fulfillment and satisfaction. This positive emotional orientation is reinforced by exciting projects or personal interests in the works. Even so, the Moon in this area of your chart does battle with a line-up of planets in your creative sector, and resentments or frustrations that have been building, particularly in your romantic or social life, can reach a boiling point. Or, you may vacillate between doing something on your own and gaining others’ help. While you should wait out final decisions, acknowledge whatever feelings are coming to the surface today, even if they seem to be irrational, but keep in mind that you don’t have to act on them yet. Don’t allow others to push or goad you, but address problem areas bravely.
Libra
The Moon is transiting the top of your solar chart, dear Libra, and this can put you in a rather serious, ambitious, or responsible frame of mind. Career matters, life-path plans, responsibilities, and long-term goals come into stronger focus at this time of the lunar month. You’re getting noticed, and it’s your performance, past or present, that receives the most attention now. This can prompt you to check in with the rules or your own goals, motivating you to push a little more, up your game, and do your best. Even so, this Moon goes up against a line-up of planets in your home and family sector, suggesting a conflict of sorts. Tensions can rise, particularly if you’ve been nursing a resentment. A Moon-Mars opposition tends to pull up anger that’s been working under the surface of things. This helps you finally deal with a problem area, but it can also be disruptive if you’re not fully aware of what’s happening. The results of conflicts can be exciting and stimulating, but possibly less than satisfying at the moment. Seek out a compromise between two vital drives.
Scorpio
The Moon moves in harmony with your sign today, dear Scorpio, as it transits your sector of spirit. You’ve had some valuable days for much-needed introspection, but you’re now increasingly focused on what’s to come. It’s not only about escaping the ordinary, but it’s about expanding your experiences. There can be an agreement or cooperation with someone today that leaves you feeling supported and confident. As the day advances, passions rise. The areas where you’ve been feeling frustrated or where you’ve been growing resentful can be triggered, and conflicts can result. Differences in opinion may figure strongly now. Feeling overloaded or impatient can lead to mistakes if you rush things, though, so it may be best to try to tame tendencies towards stubbornness. There are ways to make positive changes shining through today.
Sagittarius
The Moon spends the day in your intimacy sector, dear Sagittarius, and you’re looking at the world a little differently now, taking on an observer’s role. You may find yourself in the position to play detective, and this can be quite welcome and pleasant! It can be a time of valuable, or simply enjoyable, researching and investigating. You’re looking for projects, people, and situations that capture your full attention. This more profound focus on your feelings and desires can clash to some degree with your urge to take care of business. Complicated emotions can interfere with your productivity when keeping things simple and straightforward tends to serve your practical purposes better. Making room for both makes sense. Some of you could be dealing with a disagreement on a money, business, or ownership matter today. If others seem to be disrespecting you, you’re inclined to take it quite personally!
Capricorn
The Moon spends the day in your partnership sector, dear Capricorn, and it’s a good time of the lunar month for giving close relationships special attention. You tend to seek out others for company, feedback, and companionship more than usual. However, the Moon opposes a line-up of planets in your sign, and there are times today when the mood is less stable. You and others are inclined to take things very personally, especially as the day advances. Mars in your sign encourages your independent, pioneering side, but today’s Moon stimulates a strong need for companionship, and these drives can clash now. While there are ways to satisfy both needs, getting to that balance may be challenging. Others can arouse defensiveness or combativeness in you. Even so, through your interactions, others may be showing you a side of yourself or your unmet needs. Competitiveness sometimes works in your favor, as it pushes you to meet or exceed your goals.
Aquarius
The Moon spends the day in your health and work sector, dear Aquarius. While it’s only for two days, it’s an excellent time of the lunar month to get cracking on duties, chores, work, or health routines. This can be particularly refreshing if you’ve been putting these things off. You want to be useful or productive now. It can be a good time to tuck away your emotions just enough so that you can take care of business, although this may not be entirely easy today, especially later today when you’re quick to react. Passions tend to rise as the day advances. You may become aware of a competitor or an obstacle in your path, which can be very frustrating. As much as you’d like to take care of business and get things into order, the things you haven’t done or unsettled matters can be very distracting. As well others’ resentment may emerge, or difficulties reaching an agreement are possible. Finding a balance is essential today.
Pisces
The Moon spends the day in your colorful, playful solar fifth house, dear Pisces. You drop some of your inhibitions and fears at this point in the lunar cycle. While this is a freeing, affectionate transit, the Moon opposes a line-up of planets in your sector of community and friendship, and you may vacillate between wanting to stand out and blend in. As the day advances, tensions rise. You may need to rely on others who are not necessarily seeing eye to eye with you. While frustrating, interactions with them may end up revealing hidden desires. Sensitivity on a social level can lead to quick reactions, but these automatic responses are unlikely to fix things. Heated discussions can quickly turn passionate or impatient. When it comes to love and friendship, watch for tempers flaring. Positively, getting things out into the open can be purging.
* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here.
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Astrology of Today – 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:
Planet Color Key: The longer the bar, the slower the aspecting planet and the longer the duration of the planet’s transit.
Date & Time: Apr 21 2018 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: Apr 21 2018 1:49 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Saturn
There could be a realization that is disappointing or depressing, a feeling of limitation, or an experience of being blocked or thwarted now. There could be a lack of warmth and sensitivity experienced now, and self-protectiveness.
Date & Time: Apr 21 2018 4:52 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Ven
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Venus
Relationships may be subtly strained or unsettled. Try to relax and not obsess. Restlessness can lead to poor choices or overindulgence. Show restraint and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: Apr 21 2018 12:44 pm
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: Apr 21 2018 6:35 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Mars
We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).
Date & Time: Apr 21 2018 8:55 pm
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: Apr 21 2018 10:20 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.
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.
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
CANCER STRONG
Nurturing, protective, tenacious, emotional sensitive, watery, strong roots. Can be overly protective, unwilling to let go, timid, reclusive.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
Today’s Elemental Balance
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.
AIR WEAK
We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.
Today’s Modal Balance
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
MUTABLE WEAK
We can have a hard time adapting to changes and to others’ agendas.
Today’s Lunar Phase
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 April 21st:
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 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.
16TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Pancreas
Sabian Symbol: A man before a square with a manuscript scroll before him.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
OPPOSITION MARS Orb 3°45′ Applying
We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).
TRINE JUPITER Orb 5°19′ Applying
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.
OPPOSITION SATURN Orb 6°01′ Separating
There could be a realization that is disappointing or depressing, a feeling of limitation, or an experience of being blocked or thwarted now. There could be a lack of warmth and sensitivity experienced now, and self-protectiveness.
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 0°26′ Applying
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 6°06′ 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 TAURUS
You are a reliable and solid individual. You have a strong need for stable routine and security. You can be stubborn. Others can rely on your down-to-earth nature.
2ND DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Palate
Sabian Symbol: An electrical storm..
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
TRINE SATURN Orb 7°38′ Applying
We are taking pride in our responsibilities or performance. This can be a time of steady progress and increased self-discipline. We are more inclined to humble ourselves to authority or good advice, and tend to employ traditional methods.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 2°50′ Separating
You are a rebel but also a leader. You are innovative and original. Others may see you as arrogant, wilful and disruptive at times. Life will be full of surprises. Politics, science or computing appeal to you.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN ARIES
You are an independent thinker. You talk quickly, and like to think up new ideas. You may experience flashes of intuition.
7TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: The ears
Sabian Symbol: A man successfully expressing himself in two realms at once.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE SATURN Orb 2°44′ Applying
Critical thinking that can skew to overly negative, rigid, nit-picky, or narrow. Communications are guarded and unnatural, not flowing. There can be delays or frustrations getting from point A to point B, and getting our message across. A time for editing.
CONJUNCTION CHIRON Orb 6°10′ Separating
Early childhood education or communication were a source of pain for you. You grew up believing something was wrong with the way you communicated with others, or that you were not intelligent. As an adult you are a good listener and understand the pain of other people.
VENUS
VENUS IN TAURUS
For you romance and reliability go hand in hand. You approach relationships slowly and steadily, looking for someone who will prove solid and secure. You enjoy sensuality, and are reliable with finances.
27TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Atlas
Sabian Symbol: A woman selling beads.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
OPPOSITION JUPITER Orb 5°49′ Separating
You are a social climber. You grapple with extravagance, wastefulness and a child-like expectancy that someone will come to your rescue. Your conflict is that you have become dependent on other people and have forgotten how to stand on your own. The lesson is moderation.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 5°01′ Separating
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.
MARS
MARS IN CAPRICORN
You will pursue your personal desires in a responsible and methodical manner. You have strong ambitions, and may be domineering if threatened.
19TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of left knee
Sabian Symbol: A child of about five with a huge shopping bag.
ASPECTS OF MARS
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 1°33′ Applying
You can create opportunities to achieve your personal goals. You will always be able to find the energy level you require.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 2°21′ Applying
You are resourceful and have a pool of enormous energy available when needed. You also have strong desires and a volcanic temper.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN SCORPIO
You are on an intense search for the truth. You have strong desires for sexual union and joint enterprises. You could be a transformative teacher.
21ST DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Sphenoid sinus
Sabian Symbol: A soldier derelict in his duty.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 4°52′ Applying
You are artistic and may also be religious. You have a need to help others and may feel you have a calling. You have the ability to inspire other people’s talents as well.
SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 0°47′ Separating
You have a chance to achieve a great deal. Your knowledge is broad as you are interested in so many things. You may make a career in the occult or studying the deepest mysteries of life.
SATURN
SATURN IN CAPRICORN
Conservation, moderation, definition, structure, simplicity, and realism are themes now. We might also be striving for more authority in a particular area of our lives now. This is a time for making clear choices and decisions, for weeding out what isn’t working for us, and for letting go of lost causes, particularly related to our life path choices, careers, and long-term goals. (from December 19, 2017, to March 21, 2020; and then from July 1 to December 17, 2020).
10TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: An albatross feeding from the hand of a sailor.
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).
29TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Auditory canal
Sabian Symbol: A celestial choir singing.
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)
16TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Cruciate ligaments of right foot
Sabian Symbol: In a quite moment, the flow of inspiration.
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).
22ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs
Sabian Symbol: A general accepting defeat gracefully.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree
CHIRON
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 which will be of service to humanity.
1ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebrum
Sabian Symbol: A woman has risen out of the ocean, a seal is embracing her.
VESTA IN CAPRICORN
You place importance on structure and order in the workplace. You have great discipline and personal ambition and can succeed in administrative and management positions. Workers will turn to you for a sense of stability and authority.
4TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of lower leg
Sabian Symbol: A party entering a large canoe.
PALLAS IN GEMINI
You have a keen mind able to grasp many concepts. Therefore you are adept both in written and spoken language.
13TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Pulmonary veins
Sabian Symbol: World famous pianist giving a concert performance.
JUNO
JUNO IN PISCES
You want to be at-one with the world through your relationship. You crave for the highest romantic ideals within your relationship, and become disillusioned with reality.
27TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Phalanges of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A harvest moon.
CERES
CERES IN LEO
You feel cared for when other people play with you and praise you. You like to show others you care for them by encouraging their creative talents and sense of fun.
9TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Superior vena cava
Sabian Symbol: Glass blowers shape with their breath glowing forms.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LEO
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
12TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Vertebral column
Sabian Symbol: An evening lawn party.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN AQUARIUS
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
12TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: People on stairs graduated upwards.
**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 21, 2018.**
Aspects to Sun 01°Ta29 +11°59′
Cnj 00°Ta39 MIRACH In harmony to be receptive
Aspects to Ven 26°Ta18 +19°44′
Cnj 26°Ta24 ALGOL— Female passion and intensity.
Aspects to Jup 20°Sc29 -16°38′
Cnj 19°Sc37 ZUBEN ELSCHEMALI– Negative social reform
Aspects to Sat 09°Cp08 -22°14′
Cnj 08°Cp33 FACIES — Ruthlessness or the victim.
Aspects to Nep 15°Pi36 -06°31′
Cnj 15°Pi33 ACHERNAR Risk of rapid endings.
Aspects to Chi 00°Ar13 +03°13′
Cnj 29°Pi37 SCHEAT To be a thinker or intellect
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