Astrology of Today – Friday, April 7, 2023

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  2:29 am

Event: Moon enters Scorpio

Description: The Moon in Scorpio

Contemplate the deeper things in life. Avoid unnecessary conflict, but if it’s going to improve your life, go ahead and make waves. Tune in to your intuition. This is a good time for investigations, looking into a matter further, doing research, connecting to others with a shared passion, solving a mystery, and devising a strategy. When the Moon in Scorpio is strained, we may take our passions too far. 

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  2:29 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sco

Description: Transiting Moon Entering Scorpio

Contemplate the deeper things in life. Avoid unnecessary conflict, but if it’s going to improve your life, go ahead and make waves. Tune in to your intuition. This is a good time for investigations, looking into a matter further, doing research, connecting to others with a shared passion, solving a mystery, and devising a strategy. When the Moon in Scorpio is strained, we may take our passions too far. 

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  2:53 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 7 2023  4:10 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Sat

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Saturn

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  8:43 am

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 7 2023  9:52 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Nod

Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting North Node

We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now. This can be a turning point for out with the old and in with the new.

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  9:52 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nod

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting North Node

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  1:52 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Mer

Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Mercury

Relationships can be somewhat strained as responses to one another can be too intellectual/logical or too emotional, swinging between the two.Nervous energy, hypersensitivity. How we feel and what we think can be at odds.

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  2:42 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Mar

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Mars

We are more courageous and able to take the lead. We are in tune with our natural desires and instincts. We express our feelings honestly. We are independent, resourceful, and brave.

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  10:38 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Nep

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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 7 2023  11:16 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Mer

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Mercury

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  11:46 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Cer

Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Ceres

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  1:57 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sxt Nep

Description: Transiting Venus Sextile Transiting Neptune

We are more sensitive to one another’s feelings and needs, and more aware of our higher or non-material needs at this time. 

Date & Time: Apr 7 2023  9:50 am

Event: Tr Nod D 

Description: Transiting North Node Stationary

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.

SCORPIO STRONG

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

Today’s Elemental Balance

AIR WEAK

We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.

WATER STRONG

Water signs are Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces. We are more compassionate, emotional, and intuitive than usual, and we may react emotionally to situations, possibly at the expense of logic or practicality. 

Today’s Modal Balance

FIXED STRONG

The Fixed signs are Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius. We are thinking about the long view, seeking out security and stability rather than change. We may be committed, focused, resistant to making changes, and stubborn.

MUTABLE WEAK

We can have a hard time adapting to changes and to others’ agendas.

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 7th:

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 through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

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.

6TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Right epididymus, uterine cavity 

Sabian Symbol: A gold rush.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

OPPOSITION MERCURY  Orb 0°54′ Applying

There can be disagreement between logic and feeling, the heart and the head. Relationships can be somewhat strained as responses to one another can be too intellectual/logical or too emotional, swinging between the two. Nervous energy, hypersensitivity. 

TRINE MARS  Orb 1°24′ Applying

Feelings and desires seem to be in sync, making this a good time to take purposeful action. Healthy competition, resourcefulness, courage.

TRINE SATURN  Orb 1°45′ Separating

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.

SQUARE PLUTO  Orb 4°56′ Separating

Unacknowledged feelings can emerge in possibly disruptive ways. We may be acting in compulsive or possessive ways now.

OPPOSITION THE NORTH NODE  Orb 1°09′ Separating

We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now.

CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE  Orb 1°09′ Separating

We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now.

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.

18TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Nerve connections – synapses 

Sabian Symbol: An empty hammock.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION JUPITER  Orb 3°09′ Applying

We are feeling especially vital, confident, generous, and enthusiastic. This is a good time to take steps to grow something–our business, our significant relationships, and so forth.

CONJUNCTION CHIRON  Orb 1°36′ Separating

You are wounded, either physically or emotionally. You are scared to express yourself because you are so sensitive to pain. At some stage in your early life you have suffered and this contributes to your adult fear of pain. You have a compassionate nature as you have the ability to understand other people’s hurts.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN TAURUS

You place importance on traditional knowledge. You learn in a slow, methodical and hands-on manner. You stick to old ideas and may fear having to learn anything new.

7TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Vocal cords 

Sabian Symbol: A woman of samaria comes to draw water from the well.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

SEXTILE MARS  Orb 0°29′ Applying

You are a quick learner and can be perceptive.

CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE  Orb 2°04′ Separating

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 TAURUS

We seek predictability, reliability, sensuality, and constancy in love as well as with our pleasures and entertainments. We value the long term and make personal choices (and purchases) accordingly.

26TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Nasal bone 

Sabian Symbol: A spaniard serenading his senorita.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

SEXTILE NEPTUNE  Orb 0°05′ Applying

You and a romantic and gentle partner. You like to share creative pursuits in your relationships.

TRINE PLUTO  Orb 4°21′ Applying

We’re a better judge of value right now — who or what is 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 CANCER

We are less likely to move straightforwardly towards our desires now. Our emotional moods especially affect the pursuit of our goals. We are a little more cautious and conservative under this influence, but we will fight for, about, or on behalf of those people and things that are dearest to our heart.

7TH DEGREE OF CANCER

Part of Body: Thoracic cavity 

Sabian Symbol: Two fairies on a moonlit night.

ASPECTS OF MARS

TRINE SATURN  Orb 3°10′ Separating

We can be reserved but possess self-control now. We are better able to focus on priorities or practical affairs. This is a good time to take care of details, to get organized, and to put in hard work.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN ARIES

You are freedom-loving, and a spontaneous seeker of the truth. You have the potential to be a philosophical or religious leader.

21ST DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Eye muscles 

Sabian Symbol: A pugilist entering the ring.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

CONJUNCTION CHIRON  Orb 4°45′ Separating

You have a zealous and idealistic side to your nature. You are constantly chasing rainbows, each one brighter than the last. You feel that you are on a mission. Your lesson is to trust your own inner wisdom. You will then have the ability to become a spiritual teacher of others based on the wisdom gained from your own experiences.

SATURN

SATURN IN PISCES

Acompassionate and intuitive worker, although sometimes anxious and fearful. Strong karma to be worked through. A time to assess our dreams, mental health systems, and sense of compassion and empathy. (Saturn is in Pisces from March 7th, 2023, to May 24th, 2025, and then from September 1st, 2025, to February 13th, 2026).

4TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Nerves of the left foot 

Sabian Symbol: Heavy traffic on a narrow isthmus linking two seaside resorts.

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). 

18TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Lymph vessels 

Sabian Symbol: A woman airing a linen bag through a sunny window.

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)

26TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Plantar nerves 

Sabian Symbol: A new moon that divides its influences.

PLUTO

PLUTO IN AQUARIUS

(1777 – 1799) It is important to note that Pluto takes about 248 years to make a complete cycle, spending 12 to 32 years in each sign. Therefore the interpretation of Pluto in its sign applies to a generation rather than the individual. This is the generation of worldwide co-operation. People in this generation have the ability to make scientific breakthroughs for the benefit of humanity, and may be forced to change the way science is viewed. (Pluto is in Aquarius from March 23rd to June 11th, 2023, from January 20th to September 1st, 2024; from November 19th, 2024, to March 8th, 2043, and from August 31st, 2043, to January 19th, 2044).

1ST DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right tibial nerve 

Sabian Symbol: An old adobe mission.

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.

16TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Pons 

Sabian Symbol: Dancing in the setting sun.

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.

27TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Fornix/frontal bone 

Sabian Symbol: Through imagination, a lost opportunity is regained.

PALLAS IN CANCER

You are very intuitive. You rely on your emotions to guide your opinions and thoughts. You are an empathetic listener and are keen to keep up communications with your family and loved ones.

21ST DEGREE OF CANCER

Part of Body: Inferior pancreatico-duodenal artery 

Sabian Symbol: A prima donna singing.

JUNO IN TAURUS

You need to feel safe and secure in your relationships. You want your partner to be reliable and stable and are likely to want a traditional marriage.

16TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Carotid arteries 

Sabian Symbol: An old man attempting vainly to reveal the mysteries.

CERES IN VIRGO

You feel cared for when other people help you perfect your skills. You like to be of service to other people.

27TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Iliac nerve 

Sabian Symbol: Elderly ladies drinking afternoon tea in a wealthy home.

THE BLACK MOON IN LEO

10TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Jugular vein 

Sabian Symbol: Early morning dew.

ERIS IN ARIES

25TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN TAURUS

This is a quest to overcome your distrust of change, to develop creative outlets for your intense emotions and to avoid hitting out at loved ones. These attributes plagued you in this life because of suffering and traumatic endings in past-lives which left you with deep emotional wounds and a feeling of being cheated. In learning this life’s lesson of trusting the process of change you will develop a newfound sense of peace and stability.

5TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Pharyngeal cavity 

Sabian Symbol: A widow at an open grave.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN SCORPIO

This is a quest to overcome your distrust of change, to develop creative outlets for your intense emotions and to avoid hitting out at loved ones. These attributes plagued you in this life because of suffering and traumatic endings in past-lives which left you with deep emotional wounds and a feeling of being cheated. In learning this life’s lesson of trusting the process of change you will develop a newfound sense of peace and stability.

5TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Testicles, left side of uterus 

Sabian Symbol: A massive, rocky shore.

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 7, 2023.**