- The Moon is in Aries until 9:56 PM, after which the Moon is in Taurus.
- The Moon is void from 5:52 PM to 9:56 PM.
- The Moon is waning and in its Waning Crescent phase (Balsamic).
- The Last Quarter Moon occurred on the 19th, and the New Moon will occur tomorrow morning.
- Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from April 9-May 3).
- Venus is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 18th.
Horoscopes
Aries
You are ending a month-long cycle that pulled strong attention to you, dear Aries. While on some levels this has been a shot in the arm, you’re ready to move on to a calmer, less visible period. It’s time to build and develop your new initiatives! Changes of direction and focus are in store in the coming week, and it makes a lot of sense to clear your head today. It’s better not to make any final, important decisions or take on new ventures today because of a Balsamic Moon. However, it can be immensely helpful to review recent developments. As well, you might consider ways to improve your financial position or feelings of security, as tomorrow’s New Moon is a great time to make resolutions and set intentions along these lines. Today is excellent for intuitive flashes, memories, and insight into past events.
Taurus
The Moon is Balsamic today, and this phase of the Moon turns us inward for valuable lessons, dear Taurus. Since it precedes a New Moon in your sign, exact tomorrow morning, it’s an especially important time for you to review, reflect, and tap into your intuition. It’s a time of letting go or unwinding rather than winding up, innovating, or beginning new endeavors which probably wouldn’t get off the ground. If you need to let go of a bad attitude or habit, now is a good time to do so. Your attitude going into the cycle that begins tomorrow can help shape the year ahead, so do what you can to get into a proper headspace. Late today, the Moon enters Taurus and gives you a shot of extra energy, but it’s not until tomorrow and the next few days that you grow clearer and surer of where you’re heading, so take your time and take it easy!
Gemini
On this day before a New Moon, it’s important not to jump into something new, dear Gemini. As well, don’t keep yourself so busy that you have no time to reflect. The New Moon set to occur tomorrow can stimulate sudden awareness of a private matter or the need for more rest and some seclusion in the weeks ahead. Mars in your sign positively encourages you to go after what you want, but it’s important not to act on impulse right now, as you are not yet privy to the information you need to move ahead. Today is excellent for exploring your ideas and your inventive side, so be sure to find the time to let your mind wander safely – it can take you beautiful places! You are ending a cycle in which your social agenda has been active, and tomorrow a cycle begins that increases your focus on replenishment, healing, repair, relaxation, and contemplation in preparation for a new solar cycle next month.
Cancer
The Balsamic Moon today points to the need to decompress, dear Cancer. With a New Moon occurring tomorrow morning and a new cycle ahead of us, we are symbolically in the dark today. Reflect, tie up loose ends, and let go of what you no longer need — or want — in preparation for a new beginning. Be careful that you don’t speak about a matter prematurely today, but do pay attention to what you’re picking up from your environment, particularly related to work and business. In the coming week, your interests are likely to change, perhaps even strikingly. You are moving in a new direction with less concern about your performance and status and more interest in your personal happiness, the people around you, and your place in your community or network. Think about what you’ve achieved and wrap up business projects if needed.
Leo
This can be a time of powerful memories and flashes of insight or intuition, dear Leo, but it’s not yet the time to act on them. The Moon is Balsamic, pointing to the need to take the time to contemplate, reflect on the past, and consider changes you’d like to make in the future. It’s a potent time for recognizing which projects, lines of study or attitudes you’re better off without! New beginnings are likely after tomorrow’s New Moon, and they’re liable to relate to goals concerning your career or life direction, status, or reputation. Today, aim to relax and take part in activities that help you to symbolically clear the slate or let go of things you no longer need. Take time to catch your breath before the upcoming cycle in which you are far more visible, influential, and accountable than usual.
Virgo
Be sure to find time to let your mind wander harmlessly today, dear Virgo, as this can be a powerful time for your intuition. It’s not yet the time to take action or to begin anew because we are just behind the occurrence of a New Moon. However, this is a great day for putting something that’s been weighing you down or standing in the way of personal growth behind you. You might naturally pull yourself back from the world just a little now so that you can collect yourself and make space for positive new energy to enter your life. The Sun has been in your adventure and spirit sector for almost a week now, gently encouraging you to come out of your shell and try new things, but it’s the New Moon tomorrow that seals the deal and helps you move forward. Especially after Mercury turns direct on May 3rd, you’ll be in a great position for new learning and life experiences.
Libra
The Moon is in its Balsamic phase today as we close in on the New Moon, which is exact tomorrow morning, dear Libra. This is an ideal time for tying up loose ends, meditating and reflecting on recent events, and letting go of that which has run its course and now needs to end. However, it’s not the best time for beginning a whole new project. Pay attention to intuition about your relationships, in particular, today, but act on your insights at a later date as there is more to the picture yet to come. Realigning your goals may be in order so that they reflect recent inner changes as we’ve only recently pulled out of a retrograde period of your ruler, Venus. Today is stronger for dreams, intuition, and fantasy rather than new beginnings. If you can find a way to get away from it all, take it! This can be as simple as exploring an interest, taking a walk, or enjoying a good book or movie. If not, keep a low profile and prepare for changes in interest, focus, and direction, which are sure to come over the next few days.
Scorpio
Do what you can to relax your mind today, dear Scorpio, as the Moon is Balsamic and it’s best to let go and loosen up than rev up. You can experience intuitive flashes today that count for a lot, but the picture is incomplete and you should resist pressure to put everything together – let the pieces unfold naturally for best results. The day favors putting matters to rest. The New Moon set to occur tomorrow morning can instigate fundamental changes in your relationships and the possibility of new beginnings related to partnership, where partnerships can be romantic, platonic, or professional, or to other one-on-one connections, such as counseling relationships. You’re likely to be pulled in a new direction or towards a new, enlightened perspective in the coming days. Today, slow down, reminisce, and reflect.
Sagittarius
Do your best to take the pressure off today, dear Sagittarius, as we’re just a day shy of a New Moon and we’re better off winding down than up. If you can manage it, take part in enjoyable, quiet, and pressure-free activities as you prepare for an upcoming busy period. Work, routines, habits, and health are the themes coming into sharper focus and power. Today is useful for reflecting upon the improvements you’ve made in your life regarding leisure, romance, and play time. There is reliable energy with you now for seeing old problems in a new light and for sensing what you might do to carry forward and build upon the lessons you’ve learned in the past few weeks. In preparation for the new cycle beginning tomorrow, you might envision goals related to your daily routines and health. Lay low, reflect, revise, and intuit today.
Capricorn
Today is better for coming to peace with yourself and recent events than for revving yourself up for new activities, dear Capricorn, although envisioning what you might like to improve in the future is very useful now. It’s best to avoid following whims because interests and direction can take a sharp turn after the New Moon set to occur tomorrow morning. What you start today may not come to pass or hold weight. Today is better for reflection than entirely new initiatives. Reflecting upon the progress you’ve made with family and with domestic matters in general over the past month is especially appropriate. As well, think of the best ways you might express yourself creatively and satisfyingly in the coming weeks.
Aquarius
A New Moon is set to occur tomorrow, dear Aquarius, and this means we are symbolically in the dark at present. While it’s an intuitive, useful time for putting outworn attitudes, bad habits, and cumbersome projects behind you, today’s not in any way ideal for those initiatives that you want to last, grow, and prosper over time. There can be a real buzz of ideas with you today nevertheless, but don’t feel pressured to make sense of it all as there are still some missing puzzle pieces. You are ending an especially busy (at least mentally) period and looking forward to a more home or family-focused time. While you may have been spreading your energy over many different things, it can be useful to tally things up, at least in your mind, so that you can more fully grasp what you’ve accomplished.
Pisces
New interests and directions are on the horizon now, dear Pisces, with a New Moon set to occur tomorrow morning, bringing new energy to your life for learning, sharing, and connecting. Today, it’s better to concentrate on reviewing, reflecting, and letting go. You might also consider envisioning or imagining what you’d like to improve and change in the upcoming cycle, but do yourself a favor and find the time to catch your breath today. The Moon’s connection to electric Uranus and mental Mercury today may stimulate a lot of nervous energy, but instead of doing battle with it, harness it to tap into your intuition. Remind yourself that you don’t need to — and, in fact, shouldn’t — reach any firm conclusions now, so that playing around with ideas becomes an enjoyable, light-hearted experience rather than a nerve-racking one.
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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:
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 9:56 pm
Event: Moon enters 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: Apr 25 2017 5:52 pm
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 1:53 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Mar
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Mars
We can overreact and exhibit impatience. However, this can also be a time of self-motivation.
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 2:05 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: Apr 25 2017 4:46 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pluto
Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 8:44 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Jup
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Jupiter
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 2:03 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Uranus
Be open to new ideas. Spontaneity is the order of the day. You are free to explore new unexpected possibilities.
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 4:29 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Mercury
Ideas flow freely and surface spontaneously. We express feelings and thoughts with clarity. We are busy, alert, curious, and communicative. This can be an excellent time for cooperative projects.
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 5:52 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Saturn
An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 6:35 pm
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: Apr 25 2017 7:37 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nep
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Neptune
If we are not in touch with our need for inspiration, beauty, compassion, connection to something otherworldly, or our spirituality, we could feel out of sorts right now. Relaxing, listening to music, getting close to nature, or taking a break may resolve this.
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 9:06 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nep
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 9:54 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Jun
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 9:56 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Tau
Description: Transiting Moon Entering 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: Apr 25 2017 11:53 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting North Node
A good time for dealing with the public, for making connections, and for taking positive steps towards a personal or professional goal. You are able to make changes. This is a feel-good time for embracing new opportunities.
Date & Time: Apr 25 2017 6:48 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mar Sqq Jun
Description: Transiting Mars SesquiSquare Transiting Juno
There can be tensions in close relationships if we feel locked in, cornered, or limited. There is a greater need for action and activity. If this is not channeled well, there can be impatience with one another. Brusqueness can be a problem now. We could become involved in power struggles and one-upmanship.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
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.
PISCES STRONG
Compassionate, sensitive, self-sacrificing, gentle, intuitive. Can be escapist, impractical, hyper- sensitive, gullible.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE STRONG
Fire is enthusiastic, dynamic, and spontaneous, but lacks reflection. We are more courageous and adventurous now, with a tendency to act before thinking. There is little concern about what happened in the past. We are competitive and possibly impatient or bored easily.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: BALSAMIC
Moon less than 45 degrees behind the Sun.
Time to tie up loose ends, review, reflect, let go, and edit.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on April 25th:
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 ARIES
We are itching to take action and to pioneer something. All things equal, this is a time to begin new projects. Exercise patience and selflessness where possible, but embrace Aries’ courage and directness. Look for new opportunities.
24TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle
Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 2°52′ Applying
We are speaking with feeling or intellectualizing our feelings. We express feelings and thoughts with clarity. We are busy, alert, curious, and communicative. This can be an excellent time for cooperative projects. Ideas flow freely and surface spontaneously.
TRINE SATURN Orb 3°38′ Applying
We are more able to find a balance between our own emotional needs and our responsibilities. This is a strong time for establishing good habits. We are more tolerant, deliberate, and resolute.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 1°16′ Applying
This can be a time when we feel a need to make a change, however big or small, and we may feel compelled to experiment or improvise. We don’t want to feel restricted by routine or convention now.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°26′ Separating
Unacknowledged feelings can emerge in possibly disruptive ways. We may be acting in compulsive or possessive ways now.
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.
6TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Larynx
Sabian Symbol: A bridge being built across a gorge.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
The Sun has no text available for aspects to subsequent chart points.
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.
MERCURY IN THE 10TH HOUSE
You may seek a career in communications or education. You will be keen to share your thoughts and ideas in your chosen profession.
27TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Fornix/frontal bone
Sabian Symbol: Through imagination, a lost opportunity is regained.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE SATURN Orb 0°45′ Separating
We are cautious, careful, tuned in to details, and rely on common sense at this time.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 1°36′ Applying
You have an incisive and ingenious mind. Your thoughts and speech are erratic and inventive. You enjoy progressive topics. Your opinions may be ahead of your time.
VENUS
VENUS IN PISCES
You yearn to merge and be at-one with your partner. In fact you want to be at-one with the universe. You also enjoy sharing inspirational activities with your partner, ranging from listening to beautiful music to visiting an art gallery.
29TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Toenails of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A prism.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SQUARE SATURN Orb 1°21′ Separating
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.
CONJUNCTION CHIRON Orb 1°47′ Separating
You have a childlike innocence in your personal relationships, which makes you vulnerable to emotional pain. You fear commitment and rejection. You may experience pain in early relationships, but this pain is usually healed giving you insight and wisdom in later personal relationships. You see the beauty in people who have been cast aside by others, and develop the ability to be a teacher or healer in intimate relationships.
MARS
MARS IN GEMINI
You like to initiate ideas and spread information. You are assertive, although you can resort to evasive behaviour.
3RD DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Upper right pulmonary lobe
Sabian Symbol: The garden of the tuileries.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
17TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Suprarenal arteries
Sabian Symbol: A retired sea captain.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 2°29′ Applying
You feel a call to serve others perhaps through a profession or through religion. You will need to learn what is reasonable to do for others, and what is over stepping the boundary of your responsibility.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 3°20′ Separating
You will need to learn to have confidence in yourself even when life deals you a few blows. You range from over confident to completely lacking in confidence. The truth lies somewhere in between.
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)
28TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right leg muscles
Sabian Symbol: An old bridge over a beautiful stream.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 2°22′ Applying
You have a talent for investigation. You look at new ideas and are able then to put them into action. In business you achieve much in your own independent way.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 0°25′ Applying
There can be fears now of not being competent or effective enough to meet our responsibilities, or we could find it hard to strike out on a unique path, again due to fears or insecurities. The desire to break from the status quo is strong, but we may not have the necessary confidence to do so. We may have difficulties empathizing with others and understanding ourselves.
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).
26TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Skull
Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.
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)
NEPTUNE IN THE 8TH HOUSE
You feel at one with others and have the ability to transcend daily life through metaphysical pursuits. You may easily sense emotional undercurrents.
14TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right cutaneous veins
Sabian Symbol: A lady in fox fur.
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).
20TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Tendons of right knee
Sabian Symbol: A hidden choir singing.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
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).
28TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Phalanges of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A fertile garden under the full moon.
VESTA
VESTA IN CANCER
You are committed to your family and loved ones, especially when they need you. However, you may withdraw like a crab into your shell if you feel hurt by those closest to you. You enjoy working with those close to you.
28TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Cartilage of ribs
Sabian Symbol: Person introduces love interest to family.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN ARIES
You have a keen intellect with the ability to come up with exciting, new ideas. You are also happy to risk putting your new ideas into action.
10TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eyeball
Sabian Symbol: A scholar creates new forms for ancient symbols.
JUNO
JUNO IN CAPRICORN
You want a partner who you can respect, and who respects you. You seek long-term commitment and may marry later in life.
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.
CERES
CERES IN TAURUS
You feel cared for when loved ones give you a sense of stability and security. You like to be touched and stroked and nurtured in practical ways. You also like to show others you care through practical means.
29TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Deltoid muscle and main neck muscles
Sabian Symbol: Two cobblers working at a table.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
2ND DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Small intestine
Sabian Symbol: A large white cross stands alone on top of a high hill.
Sabian Symbol:
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
2ND DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left calcaneum
Sabian Symbol: A squirrel hiding from hunters.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Apr 25, 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Ven 28°Pi50 +01°36′
Cnj 29°Pi36 SCHEAT To be a thinker or intellect
Aspects to Mar 02°Ge55 +21°20′
Cnj 02°Ge18 MIRFAK Challenge-oriented.
Aspects to Jun 17°Cp47 -07°26′
Cnj 16°Cp52 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
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