Astrology of Today - Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Today’s Moon:

The Moon is in Leo until 7:13 PM, after which the Moon is in Virgo.
A void Moon period occurs from 5:37 AM to 7:13 PM today.
The Moon is waning and in its Waning Crescent phase until 5:37 AM, after which the Moon is waxing and in its New phase.
The New Moon occurs today in the sign of Leo at 5:37 AM.

Retrogrades:

Venus is retrograde (Venus is retrograde from July 22nd to September 3rd).
Venus Rx, Saturn Rx, Neptune Rx, Pluto Rx, Chiron Rx.

**Times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).

Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries

A New Moon early today can prompt you to express your feelings, dear Aries, and do more creating, romancing, enjoying, and entertaining. There can be opening doors, new beginnings, or restarts along creative or romantic lines in the period ahead. A boost of energy can jumpstart joyful activities or experiences. Quality leisure time and channels for expressing yourself might open up for you. Ideas for enjoying life’s more playful moments can come to you in a rush, or opportunities can suddenly appear, ready to grab. However, you must avoid going over budget in the process, cautioned by Uranus in your house of financial resources in difficult aspect to the New Moon. Balance and moderation are essential. Fortunately, a Mars-Uranus transit inspires you. You can tackle issues with courage and energy that may be missing at other times. You may very well lay the groundwork for putting a health or money problem behind you. Sudden events or opportunities push you in a new direction. Letting go of fear can open up creativity and improve your health. Current transits encourage unusual or different moves and methods.

Taurus

Today’s New Moon brings fresh energy into your life for personal and domestic pursuits, dear Taurus. Consider this lunation a push to reconnect with yourself — to check in with your feelings and comfort levels before pressing forward. A new start with family, home life, or living conditions and arrangements is possible in the week ahead. Also today, a Mars-Uranus transit opens you up to new interests, channels for expression, and different feelings or pleasures. Creative enthusiasm is with you, and there is more of this to come in the coming weeks. There can be high energy or improvements surrounding creative projects, children, a romance, or a friend. You can be particularly focused on what you can update and upgrade. You need your space and are protective of your independence, but you are friendly, motivated, and connected. Others admire you for your unique style and perspective. Nevertheless, it’s best to treat today as a transitional day rather than a time for bold moves.

Gemini

Today’s New Moon motivates you to improve your daily life, personal interests, and communications, dear Gemini. It’s a great time to think about your goals and resolutions in these areas. You have new energy for ideas, making valuable and happy connections, and improving your skills. Your curiosity is at a peak, and your desire to express yourself and communicate with others is also strong. New avenues for sharing or getting around can open for you. It’s time to put out feelers, take in new ideas and information, and be open to the need for more intellectual stimulation. However, watch for taking on so many activities or commitments that you feel overwhelmed. Anything that limits you will meet your resistance today! Your impressions are accurate and hunches are powerful. You might also feel especially excited to move past a previous restriction. In fact, you’re looking to actively put a problem behind you now as Mars and Uranus form a supportive trine connecting your private sectors. It can be a good time to break through an emotional barrier or resolve a home-related problem.

Cancer

The New Moon early today sets the stage for new beginnings in the week ahead, dear Cancer, and you’ll be approaching your finances from a new, refreshed perspective. It’s a good time for money-making ideas or improved ways to handle your money, valuables, and possessions. It’s also an excellent time to plan and organize your practical affairs. Today, you might make some resolutions related to business, finances, and boosting your sense of security. Aim to receive and enjoy new ideas and sort them out patiently as you go along. After all, Venus remains retrograde in this same sector for a while longer. Still, this doesn’t mean you can’t be excited! A Mars-Uranus transit can find you enthusiastic and interested in learning and doing new things. Exciting ideas can come to you, and the hatching process can be refreshing. Efforts to learn or develop skills are favored. Breakthrough thinking or sudden, positive discoveries can happen now. Freeing yourself from a problem or taking steps to move past a troubling situation can figure strongly.

Leo

Today’s New Moon occurs in your sign, dear Leo, pointing to a personal new beginning or a sense that you have a new lease on life. In the coming days, you will feel more power to make changes and steer your life where you want it to go. You might subtly change the way you greet the world if this can benefit you. You are more noticeable and dynamic than usual, and people appreciate you, often turning to you for your input. New ideas, topics, or experiences can be part of your fresh start. You’re more noticeable and “out there,” and it’s a good time to ride this energy well. But with Venus still retrograde in your sign, aim to take your time connecting with your true loves and desires. With a Mars-Uranus trine also in play today, you’re gaining the courage to try something new or approach an old problem in a new and unique way. There can be an exciting and motivating breakthrough method or a change of attitude and confidence boost. Career, responsibilities, long-term plans, money, or reputation are where matters move forward, or the path clears for a fresh start. It’s a time to express your originality or for recognition of your innovation. Given a bit of space to think and follow your hunches, you can be particularly resourceful and enterprising. There can be unique insights and intuition into business and work methods.

Virgo

Today’s New Moon inspires a strong need for rest and replenishment, dear Virgo. Spiritual needs and mental health are priorities. In the coming days, you’ll take charge of personal and private matters that need your attention. Or, you might give more time to a person in need or an important cause. Buried and neglected issues can now demand your attention. If you’ve been neglecting your psychic or emotional needs, it’s a time that compels you to acknowledge and attend to them. Today’s Mars-Uranus trine encourages you to tap into your natural courage. Your spirit is progressive, and you’re happy to converse with others or exchange ideas. Your timing is right, and your instincts are sharp. With this transit, you look to improve, pioneer, and do things differently. While you’re looking forward, you also want to work independently or at your own pace. Making positive changes and breaking free from limitations are themes today and as you advance.

Libra

Today’s New Moon ushers in new energy and a fresh start with a friendship or your social life, dear Libra. New goals, dreams, and plans to look forward to and enjoy can emerge now and in the week ahead. You see your contributions or “place” with others in a new light. You might discover a new interest or project close to your heart. This lunation can help reinvigorate your social life and communications, or your feeling of connectedness with others and hopes for the future. Another influence active today is progressive and assertive, and you’re likely to feel encouraged and excited to make personal improvements on emotional levels. You may break out of a rut or find a release from an old obligation, and it feels good to do so. The courage to break through a limitation or taboo is with you. You’re discovering new feelings and desires, and the motivation to enjoy them runs high.

Scorpio

The New Moon early today encourages forward-looking, take-charge energy, dear Scorpio, especially for your professional or public life. There may be new responsibilities, recognition, or a new position or project on the horizon. There can be the need to follow the rules or straighten out an area of your life, filling you with a sense of purpose. It can be a time of helpful tweaks to improve your reputation or focus. Take the time to plan and act rather than react. You have more impact on others than usual, so aim to use this time in the spotlight well. With Mars and Uranus in harmony today, putting a problem behind you can leave you feeling lighter and freer. Teamwork or group and networking activities can lead to exciting opportunities, possibly even a new friendship or partnership. You’re a little more motivated than usual to make satisfying connections, and as life speeds up for you, it’s easier to make changes. You stand out for your unique approach to others.

Sagittarius

Today’s New Moon can serve as a motivating influence, dear Sagittarius. Unusual activities or those that take you out of your routine can be particularly beneficial in the days and week ahead. Publishing, sharing ideas, and learning new things can be exceptionally favorable, leading to new beginnings and a breath of fresh air. People gravitate to you and your ideas. Your spirit to explore, grow, and expand beyond the ordinary experiences in your life is powerful now. A Mars-Uranus trine also occurs now, inspiring innovation, particularly in your work or daily affairs. You have your eye on improvement, upgrades, and progress. Your desire to make changes is strong. The most out-there ideas seem to be the most exciting and thriving right now. Working at your own pace may make it easier to follow your intuition and hunches. You’re in an excellent position to see where you can move forward with less baggage.

Capricorn

The morning’s New Moon can open doors to following a passion in the week ahead, dear Capricorn. It can stir up a strong interest in learning about your needs, motivations, and deeper desires and empower you to make significant lifestyle or psychological changes. It’s time to turn over a new leaf! This New Moon occurs in your sector of intimacy and sharing, and you might aim to rid yourself of burdens or share their weight. You might discover new ways to connect with a partner, pay off debts, get a loan, or seek emotional support. Take your time on this, however. It’s too soon to go hard with these things, so make plans. A Mars-Uranus trine is also in play today, and you’re a little more courageous and bold, and you’re moving on or letting go. You can feel excited about exploring a new path. This transit encourages taking action to move an area of your life ahead, which can happen through freeing yourself from a problem or burden or from pursuing a desire or goal.

Aquarius

Today’s New Moon clears the way for new beginnings and stirs desires to head in a fresh new direction, dear Aquarius, affecting your close relationships and partnerships. It can point to a new or renewed connection in your life, or it can be about fresh negotiations and a stronger feeling for what you want from–and can bring to–a relationship. You are in an excellent position to team up with someone, boost a current partnership, benefit from counseling or consultations, and open up two-way conversations. It’s also a fine time to take steps to improve your connections with others or find ways to bring more balance, harmony, and beauty into your life, in general. Breakthroughs on an emotional level are likely–you’re willing to be brave and honest with yourself, and this process helps open you up to opportunities to make improvements. You can be excited by a new interest or line of thought and want to grow, improve, and innovate. You need a change of pace, and exciting feelings and tastes drive you. Today’s energies certainly stimulate your mind and desire to put your ideas into action. Being yourself without apology is most attractive to others.

Pisces

Today’s New Moon provides you with take-charge, forward-looking energy, dear Pisces, especially for your work, services, health, and habits. It sets the stage for new beginnings or a fresh approach in these areas. You can be highly motivated to launch new work projects and personal health or fitness programs in the week ahead. The desire to take better care of yourself or to do your personal best comes on strong. Organizing and improving your daily routines can be satisfying. New priorities and tasks to manage can figure strongly, but with Venus still retrograde in this same area of your solar chart, looking back before moving ahead can be wise. A Mars-Uranus transit also in play today is exciting. Relationships may feel more innovative as if they are unsticking or you’re getting past a problem that’s kept you from growing and thriving. People in your life may be more open-minded than usual or more willing to let you be yourself. You feel happy and comfortable expressing yourself. You’re also in good shape for exploring new ideas and interests. Studies or projects can show signs of progress or motivate you to do something new and bold.

* 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 .

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.

The purple marker above shows where we are in the current moon phase cycle.

Nearest Eclipses: Solar October 25, 2022 at 6:48 AM, 2 Scorpio 00 Partial; Lunar November 8, 2022 at 6:01 AM, 16 Taurus 00, Total; Solar April 20, 2023, at 12:12 AM, 29 Aries 50, Hybrid; Lunar May 5, 2023, at 1:33 PM, 15 Scorpio 58 Appulse; Solar, October 14, 2023, at 1:54 PM, 21 Libra 07, Annular — Recent and Upcoming Eclipses

Today's Transits

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 7:13 pm

Event: Moon enters Virgo

Description: The Moon in Virgo

We crave organization and order, and are quickly disturbed by anything standing in the way of these things. This is a good time for chores, organizing, and tidying. It’s also a time for scheduling health appointments and checkups, starting new routines, and generally tending to details.

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 5:37 am

Event: Moon goes void of course

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 5:37 am

Event: New Moon at 23°Le17′

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 1:12 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Ves

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Vesta

We can derive a nice feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment from tending to our responsibilities, work, or other commitment. We are more able to make sacrifices or put our emotions aside in order to get something important done. Alternatively, we can bring more sensitivity to our practical affairs. This can be a good time to commit fully to something – especially health and healing matters. It’s also a strong time for taking care of domestic matters.

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 1:30 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ves

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Vesta

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 4:33 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ura

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Uranus

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 5:03 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ura

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Uranus

There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 5:37 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sun

Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Sun

It’s a New Moon and we have a chance to wipe the slate clean and start anew. This is an impulsive time.

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 12:53 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: Aug 16 2023 1:25 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nep

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Neptune

We could be feeling out of sorts. We are especially sensitive to subtle planes, but may not be able to make sense of what we perceive. We could be impractical just for now.

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 4:16 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Plu

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Pluto

We may not be aware of our more demanding or controlling tendencies. We may feel vaguely frustrated, powerless, or tense. There can be undermining going on in our interactions and relationships. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 7:14 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Vir

Description: Transiting Moon Entering Virgo

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 8:43 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jup

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Jupiter

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 2:01 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Qnx Chi

Description: Transiting Mercury Quincunx Transiting Chiron

There can be less confidence in our decisions, temporarily. Words, or lack of, can hurt right now. There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax.

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 6:44 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Cer

Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Ceres

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 8:02 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Ven Sxt Cer

Description: Transiting Venus Sextile Transiting Ceres

We may be feeling pleasantly attached, finding it easier to nurture and support people in our lives.

Date & Time: Aug 16 2023 9:53 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mar Tri Ura

Description: Transiting Mars Trine Transiting Uranus

It’s easy and natural to break through obstacles, to find alternative methods of going after what we want, and to take progressive action or to take the lead. There is more courage, confidence, and energy available to us. We embrace change, progress, and new methods.

Signs, Elements, Modes, & Lunar Phase

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

LEO STRONG

Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.

VIRGO STRONG

Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.

Today’s Elemental Balance

FIRE STRONG

The Fire signs are Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius. The element of 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.

EARTH STRONG

Earth signs are Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn. 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.

WATER WEAK

There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.

Today’s Modal Balance

CARDINAL WEAK

This is not a time that we tend to naturally initiate actions. We may be stronger at following up than starting anew. Survival mechanisms may be weaker now.

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.

Today’s Lunar Phase

LUNAR PHASE: NEW MOON

Moon 0 to 45 degrees ahead of the Sun.

This is an energetic, impulsive, and subjective period of time. We are looking for new projects and opportunities.

Planetary Positions and their Applying & Separating Aspects

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on August 16th:

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 LEO

You have an emotional need for praise and attention. Under stress you may show off in order to gain attention, or become arrogant. You may be proud of your mother, or she may be very proud of you.

27TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Chordae tendinae

Sabian Symbol: Daybreak.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

CONJUNCTION THE SUN Orb 2°53′ Separating

A New Moon. Intensity of focus, a new beginning, fresh energy, initiative, impulse.

CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 7°55′ Separating

We are less inhibited and more willing to indulge ourselves. Decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth.

OPPOSITION SATURN Orb 8°12′ Applying

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.

SQUARE URANUS Orb 3°25′ Separating

There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.

QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°42′ Applying

We could be feeling out of sorts. We are especially sensitive to subtle planes, but may not be able to make sense of what we perceive. We could be impractical just for now.

QUINCUNX PLUTO Orb 2°06′ Applying

TRINE CHIRON Orb 6°42′ Separating

There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ problems. We are more emotionally present and involved.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN LEO

You are good-hearted, have a sunny personality, and a strong need for attention. You have a generous nature, but can be arrogant.

24TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Papillary muscles

Sabian Symbol: A yogi with transcendent powers yet untidy & unkempt.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 5°02′ Separating

We take pride in our ability to relate well with others or to smooth over differences now. Graciousness, diplomacy, charm, and some superficiality are themes. This is a good period for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance, all things considered.

SQUARE URANUS Orb 0°31′ Separating

We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this need, we could cause some problems or feel restless and irritable. There could be rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Use this time to see what changes need to be made.

TRINE CHIRON Orb 3°49′ Separating

We find it easier to bounce back from criticism, rejection, or feelings of insecurity; to humble ourselves. We can be filled with a sense of purpose. We more easily cooperate with others.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN VIRGO

We’re more focused on precision, attention to detail, and practical affairs. We’re inclined to pick problems apart. We’re discriminating and critical.

20TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Bile duct

Sabian Symbol: An automobile caravan.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 3°24′ Separating

Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is strong, particularly for ideas and topics. Impulsive speech or other communications, and possibly lacking in sensitivity. Resourcefulness.

TRINE JUPITER Orb 4°40′ Separating

Good judgment. Taking in the full picture. Speculative thought. Positive thinking. Interest in learning. Teaching.

TRINE URANUS Orb 3°20′ Applying

We are mentally alert and aware, and might be experimenting or opening our minds to new ideas. We could be feeling inspired, and our thinking is inventive. Varying our usual routine may be rewarding.

OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 7°28′ Applying

Our minds open to many different possibilities and options. We can feel inspired or we might be thinking in imaginative or possibly impractical ways. We see beyond physical or material concerns and solutions. There is extra sensitivity now. We may be dealing with deceptions or self-deceptions, and it can be difficult to be discriminating. We may not be seeing the obvious, and instead are imagining more complicated scenarios.

QUINCUNX CHIRON Orb 0°03′ Applying

There can be less confidence in our decisions temporarily. Words, or lack of, can hurt right now. There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax.

VENUS

VENUS IN LEO

We take more pride in our tastes, relationships, and personal possessions. We are more affectionate, expressive, and generous, and we tend to crave admiration and appreciation.

19TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Ventricular septum

Sabian Symbol: A houseboat party.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

SQUARE JUPITER Orb 3°30′ Applying

We are easily distracted, craving pleasure or leisure. We may be overdoing things, overselling ourselves, overbuying, or overstating our affections. There can be a lack of self-discipline now. However, we can also push ourselves to reach a little further than we usually do, particularly on a social level.

SQUARE URANUS Orb 4°30′ Separating

You are restless and lack commitment in your personal relationships. You are wilful and see anyone else’s claim on you as an obstacle to your freedom of self- expression. You need to learn to compromise and enjoy your partner’s unique contribution to your life.

TRINE CHIRON Orb 1°12′ Separating

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

MARS

MARS IN VIRGO

You will pursue your personal desires in a practical and methodical manner. You may be critical if opposed.

24TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver

Sabian Symbol: Mary and her white lamb.

ASPECTS OF MARS

TRINE URANUS Orb 0°03′ Separating

OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 4°04′ Applying

This is a time for resting, escaping, or taking a break as we reconsider our needs. We might temporarily lose focus or direction.

TRINE PLUTO Orb 5°28′ Applying

Ambitions and determination increase to pursue our goals. It’s easier to see what we want and to devise a plan to pursue it. We may be focusing on redoing or reworking something from the ground up.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN TAURUS

You are on a persistent search for the truth. You have the ability to be a loyal and wise teacher. You have a strong desire for abundance.

15TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Epiglottis

Sabian Symbol: A man with rakish silk hat, muffled, braves the storm.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 8°00′ Applying

You are enthusiastic about new ideas and are always keen to learn. You do not take well to restriction. The occult may appeal to you or you may prefer computing.

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).

5TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Right cuboid bone

Sabian Symbol: A church bazaar.

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).

24TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Upper jaw

Sabian Symbol: A warrior rides proudly.

ASPECTS OF URANUS

TRINE PLUTO Orb 5°31′ Applying

Your generation is full of ideals for a better society. You accept social change and work to bring it about. You will fight against injustice.

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)

28TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Phalanges of the left foot

Sabian Symbol: A fertile garden under the full moon.

ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE

SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 1°24′ Separating

You belong to a generation which is able to bring about social change. You are part of the changes in government and the approach to human rights. Spirituality and the occult are given more credence or power. Alternatively, some of your generation will choose to drop out of the system.

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).

29TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Left genicular arteries

Sabian Symbol: A woman reading tea leaves.

Chiron, Major Asteroids, Moon's Nodes Positions

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.

20TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Hyoid bone

Sabian Symbol: A child feeding birds in winter.

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.

22ND DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: Upper arm

Sabian Symbol: Dancing couples crowd the barn in a harvest festival.

PALLAS IN VIRGO

You have an analytical mind which you can apply to detailed and exhaustive projects. Your powers of discrimination are strong. You also have executive abilities. You may become involved in the field of health.

18TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Obliquus abdominis muscles

Sabian Symbol: Two girls playing with a ouija board.

JUNO IN LEO

Our egos are heavily invested in our relationships during this cycle. We want to take pride in them, and we want to enjoy them fully.

1ST DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Left coronary artery

Sabian Symbol: Under emotional stress, blood rushes to the head.

CERES IN LIBRA

You feel cared for when your loved ones create an atmosphere of peace and beauty. You like to co-operate with those close to you.

19TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Calyx major

Sabian Symbol: A gang of robbers in hiding.

THE BLACK MOON IN LEO

25TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Pericardium

Sabian Symbol: A large camel crossing the desert.

ERIS IN ARIES

26TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Skull

Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN ARIES

This is a quest to become assertive and self-empowered. You have a tendency to be indecisive, always considering the needs of others first. Now you need to discover a sense of your own identity and initiate your own projects.

27TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Fornix/frontal bone

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

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN LIBRA

27TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Vascular system of skin

Sabian Symbol: An airplane hovering overhead.

Fixed Stars

Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on August 16, 2023.

Aspects to Jupiter 14°Ta59 +15°07′

conjunct 14°Ta38 MENKAR — A victim of the Unconscious

Aspects to Saturn 04°Pi38 -11°27′

conjunct 04°Pi11 FOMALHAUT *** Success through noble ideals

Aspects to Vesta 21°Ge15 +18°46′

conjunct 22°Ge11 CAPELLA Love of movement

conjunct 21°Ge16 BELLATRIX ** Success through the Shadow.

Sun	03° Gemini 58' 58"
Moon	02° Taurus 54' 30"
Mercury	27° Taurus 37' 08"
Venus	18° Aries 19' 26"
Mars	17° Leo 20' 18"
Jupiter	26° Gemini 25' 42"
Saturn	29° Pisces 58' 00"
Uranus	27° Taurus 42' 05"
Neptune	01° Aries 43' 35"
Pluto	03° Aquarius 43' 30" R
Chiron	25° Aries 21' 46"
TrueNode	24° Pisces 57' 08" R

Astrology of Today – Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

Astrology of Today – The Details:

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

Today’s Elemental Balance

Today’s Modal Balance

Today’s Lunar Phase

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on August 16th:

The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

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

Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on August 16, 2023.

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Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries

Taurus

Gemini

Cancer

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Capricorn

Aquarius

Pisces

Astrology of Today – The Details:

Today’s Transits (Eastern Daylight Time)

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

Today’s Elemental Balance

Today’s Modal Balance

Today’s Lunar Phase

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on August 16th:

The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspects, & Degrees

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

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on August 16, 2023.**

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