- The Moon is in Sagittarius.
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase until 4:12 AM, after which the Moon is in its First Quarter phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurs today at 4:12 AM.
- Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from August 12-September 5).
Horoscopes
Aries
You tend to have a finger in many pies right now, dear Aries. The day is likely to be busy and happy for the most part, but there is some tendency to overdo a good thing. While you’re craving a break from the routine today as the Moon encourages you to explore and discover rather than produce, you could be dealing with a rather competitive person on the job or a frustrating situation with a partner. Physical sensitivity to excesses may be an issue to contend with as well. However, as divided as you may be feeling about work and play, this is a fine time to think up new ideas and possibilities. As the Moon in your adventure sector picks up better aspects, you are more inclined to let bygones be bygones as you focus your attention on bigger and better things. The trick is to avoid shooting so high that you give up too quickly.
Taurus
The Moon and the Sun clash today, and so do the Sun and Jupiter in a minor way, dear Taurus, which can point to some feelings of being divided between two strong urges. Restlessness can take over at times today, and work or scheduled activities can be demanding at times. There is a tendency to either overdo and push too hard, or to avoid responsibilities altogether, and neither situation is going to leave you feeling satisfied! If you’re not feeling up to par or your mood is up and down, it’s likely to do with immoderate activity or indecision. Frustrations require a positive channel for release, and possibly a creative one with the Sun in your expressive fifth house — seek one out and go all in for best results.
Gemini
A Sun-Moon square can have you caught between two strong needs, dear Gemini, and a Sun-Jupiter challenge suggests something quite similar. The need for peace and quiet seems to clash with a sudden and increased desire for companionship, but perhaps you can fill both needs. There can be competitive or frustrating elements with a lover or child or related to a creative project, and it can be difficult to unwind. Certainly with the Sun now in your home and family sector you have a stronger urge and need for relaxation and some form of retreat from chaotic or demanding settings. Restlessness may lead to risk-taking or excessiveness, but neither of these matches with your overriding need for rest and familiarity, so think twice today!
Cancer
With the Sun in your close communications sector now, dear Cancer, this is a time for diversifying, learning, and seeking out new information, as well as for sharing your personal viewpoint. Today, the Moon and Jupiter challenge the Sun, which can lead to some initial aggravations until you work something out. Personal projects that seem outdated or slow to advance can frustrate you, or family and home life irritations can feel a little overwhelming. You can feel behind but not quite ready to apply yourself to get back on track. Self-discipline is hard to access at the moment! There can be work to handle that limits your time spent feeling out new ideas and learning. Take it easy and look for creative solutions. Try to divide your time well and draw upon patience.
Leo
The Moon in your expressive fifth house today attempts to pull you out of your shell, dear Leo, and perhaps your comfort zone, which is an apt expression considering the Sun is currently transiting your comfortable second house! Jupiter also challenges the Sun today, goading you to get going on a project or encouraging you to explore various options and ideas. Expanding your interests can be in focus now. You can experience some impatience today as you imagine everything that could be and compare it to what isn’t the case. However, consider that mental and physical energies are mismatched for the time being. Avoid hasty decisions. Your attention span may be short, so aim to avoid taking on too much. The sooner you seek out balance, the sooner you can enjoy your day!
Virgo
The Moon transits your home and family sector all day, and the need for time to relax and wind down comes on, dear Virgo, although this conflicts with your drive for more activity and exploration that’s been strong since the Sun has been in your sign. While you should do your best to avoid extra strain, try to take care of your diverse needs so that you don’t neglect something altogether. It’s also important to avoid impatience and the general tendency to overdo or overreach. For you, overspending can be part of the picture. Certain issues or desires can feel pressing or urgent when in fact you would be better off waiting things out. Whims that come on suddenly are probably not reflective of your true needs today, anyhow.
Libra
The urge to connect with others can take over today, dear Libra, but with the Sun in your privacy sector, your need to tuck yourself away is equally compelling. You can be filled with ideas, but it can be difficult deciding on something to focus on with so many conflicting feelings and a bit of a chaotic atmosphere around you today. You can be feeling rather restless and perhaps pressured to accomplish something. If you are not actively pursuing an interest today, you can be a little moody. Others might stimulate a competitive urge in you. Seek out creative outlets for excess energy, and try to take part in an activity that allows you to take the initiative, but absolutely take it easy since you do need extra time to rest these days.
Scorpio
The day can pull up inner conflicts, dear Scorpio, mostly related to whether to stick with what you know or go out on a limb. The Moon in the sign after yours all day points to less urgency and more patience available to you, generally speaking. However, it competes with your need for collaboration and your social urges today. As such, there can be fluctuating energy levels and moods experienced now, and you may have a hard time expressing yourself freely. Pushing yourself too hard doesn’t get you further faster, and might even put you in a worse position (haste makes waste today). However, things are likely to smooth out if you resolve to let go of the need to compete or to push in order to grow. Be gentle with yourself and your activities and projects for best results now.
Sagittarius
The Moon spends the day in your sign, dear Sagittarius, and this brings you out of your shell and ready to connect with others, but also a little impatient. This tendency is particularly strong with Jupiter in conflict with the Sun and a First Quarter Moon occurring today. You’re currently in a cycle that puts goals and ambitions above most other things in your life, but today, personal and social needs vie for your attention — and so does your desire for more freedom and room to explore and experiment. There may be excessive demands or the crossing of boundaries at the heart of tensions for some of you, but for others, this is an internal conflict that is resolved once you find a way to satisfy both needs. If you are feeling unusually restless, try to direct excess or frustrated energy into a more creative field.
Capricorn
With the Moon in the sign behind yours all day, dear Capricorn, you have a high need for the kind of emotional refreshment that comes through time alone for reflection. Even so, this need conflicts with the theme of exploration and experimentation that’s with you these days and you may wrestle with whether to stick with what you know or push out of your comfort zone. There may be competitive elements in your dealings with authority figures, bosses, or parents today that compound the problem, or there could be some tensions revolving around a business project or vision that you want to move faster than it’s currently progressing, but that requires more patience. It would be a good idea to recognize the need to make changes, but it’s also important to have a strong sense of what you can and cannot do.
Aquarius
A focus on networking and friends comes into play today, dear Aquarius, but this can feel at odds with your need for more intimacy or more in-depth exploration of a topic. As well, your mind can be especially restless, and there can be aggravations related to differing viewpoints, transportation problems, or frustrated travel or educational plans. Keep in mind, however, that any problems cropping up today are likely to be quickly resolved if you focus on moderating your expectations and actions. Pressures to grow or improve can be real, but you can’t do everything in one day. Try not to rush to a conclusion. Aim to relax enough to absorb, learn, and share ideas for making improvements — an approach that is far more preferable to pushing something ahead too quickly.
Pisces
Tensions today tend to stem from feeling pressured to move forward too quickly, dear Pisces. As well, there can be a bit of a struggle with wanting to take care of business and go your own way or socialize and collaborate with someone close to you. The Moon spends the day in your solar tenth house, and this serves to sensitize you to others’ evaluations of you — whether or not they’re recognizing your achievements and contributions. There could be a disagreement revolving around money or the sharing of power, or if there have been complicated and imbalanced power dynamics in a relationship, this can come to a head. As much as possible, avoid rushing and aim to take things easy. Otherwise, you may end up only scattering your energies and accomplishing little at the end of it!
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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: Aug 29 2017 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Sagittarius
Description: The Moon in Sagittarius
This is a time for expanding our mind and experience, exploring new pathways, aiming high, and broadening our horizons. It’s not as strong for detail or routine work. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 4:12 am
Event: First Quarter at 6°Sg11′
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 2:24 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Cer
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Ceres
There may be difficulties giving or receiving affection, care, concern, and nurturing.
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 4:12 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Sun
This is a time for noticing discrepancies. Self-expression doesn’t flow well, and conflicts can be stirred. There can be some resistance and irritability. This can be a time when we’re compelled to take action, make changes, and solve problems.
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 4:52 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Jup
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Jupiter
Self-indulgence is more likely now. We’re not as inclined to consider the consequences of overeating, overdrinking, or overdoing in general. We may be acting in a haughty manner.
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 5:59 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Neptune
There can be confusion, misunderstanding, or some level of chaos and uncertainty. Avoid money transactions or new business initiatives – it can be difficult to think clearly. There may be deception or self-deception to deal with. We might have an emotional urge to escape. Feeling out of sorts and don’t know why? Relax and listen to some inspirational music. Honor your need to feed your more refined or spiritual side, and the difficult feelings will soon fade away.
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 6:26 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ura
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Uranus
We can easily find ourselves all wound up and nervous. Unpredictable responses from others (and ourselves). Emotional eruptions are possible. Not a good time to make permanent decisions, particularly about relationships and family/domestic matters.
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 7:24 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Pallas
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 2:10 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun SSq Jup
Description: Transiting Sun SemiSquare Transiting Jupiter
There can be exaggerated good moods or a tendency to go over the top now.
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 0:42 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Jup
Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Jupiter
Date & Time: Aug 29 2017 8:59 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Nep
Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Neptune
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
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.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
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.
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.
BALANCE OF MODES
MUTABLE STRONG
We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.
LUNAR PHASE: FIRST QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 135 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are motivated to take action, perhaps due to a clash, conflict, or stress, as we are more aware of problems and differences now. Plans are beginning to take off or turn a corner. We should watch for pushing too hard.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on August 29th:
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 SAGITTARIUS
This is a time for expanding our mind and experience, exploring new pathways, aiming high, and broadening our horizons. It’s not as strong for detail or routine work. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.
11TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Adductor muscles
Sabian Symbol: The lamp of physical enlightenment at the left temple.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE THE SUN Orb 3°33′ Separating
There can be a conflict between our intentions and our emotions now. We can feel tense and unsatisfied until we take care of problems. We can be unsure about whether we want support or to do things independently.
TRINE VENUS Orb 5°53′ Separating
We tend to seek out harmony, balance, and beauty. Love, romance, decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth, but there could also be some appeasement, tact, and diplomacy.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°58′ Applying
We may feel a need to escape or to rewrite our lives in various ways – by seeing what we want to see, for example. This is a short time in which there can be lack of clarity. Emotional and physical sensitivity.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN VIRGO
You are an analytical and critical individual. You are also practical and discriminating, and may be fussy.
7TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Rectum
Sabian Symbol: A harem.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 5°06′ Separating
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 6°31′ Applying
This a time for dreaming rather than important decision-making. It’s a good time to pay special attention to dreams and inspiration. Clarity may not be with us, but we probably don’t need it right now. It’s difficult to know for certain what we want, as we may be wavering. Confusion about a relationship or idealizing a person could figure strongly now.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN VIRGO
You have a discriminating mind, and can be critical and analytical. You can also become obsessed with detailed knowledge. This may be to your detriment in daily life, although it is very beneficial for doing any kind of research. You like to be precise in your communications with others.
2ND DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Small intestine
Sabian Symbol: A large white cross stands alone on top of a high hill.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 5°40′ Applying
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 URANUS Orb 3°08′ 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.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 7°15′ Applying
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 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.
5TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right carotid artery
Sabian Symbol: Rock formations at the edge of a precipice.
MARS
MARS IN LEO
You have a strong need to express your personal creativity. You may display dramatic and confident behaviour, and like to make an impact on your surroundings. You may also be arrogant.
26TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Myocardium
Sabian Symbol: As light breaks through the clouds, a perfect rainbow forms.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE SATURN Orb 4°31′ 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.
TRINE URANUS Orb 2°31′ Applying
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.
QUINCUNX CHIRON Orb 1°45′ Applying
We might doubt the effectiveness of our efforts to go after what we want under this influence, which can lead to passive-aggressive behavior, defensiveness, or frustration.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 1°34′ Separating
You are being challenged to become assertive and focussed on your personal goals. Independence and self-confidence are keys to your growth in this life. You may find yourself thrust into leadership roles.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
22ND DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal veins
Sabian Symbol: A child giving birds a drink at a fountain.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 0°22′ Separating
You have a chance to be very successful as you are neither profligate nor mean, but have a balance.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 6°40′ Applying
You are keen to change things in this world as you see no reason to continue with the old traditions. You speak out against injustice, but may lack the patience and persistence to see through the changes.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°30′ 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)
22ND DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right trochanter
Sabian Symbol: A chinese laundry.
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)
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).
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.
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 IN VIRGO
You have a perfectionist streak. You work hard and expect the same from other people. You need to avoid being overly critical. Positively, you have the ability to set up efficient and productive routines at work.
21ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic duct
Sabian Symbol: A girl’s basketball team.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN TAURUS
You have the ability to see the beauty in nature and the arts. You have much common sense and wisdom. You may become involved in either healing with your hands or healing the earth through environmental movements.
14TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: True vocal cords
Sabian Symbol: Shellfish groping and children playing.
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.
3RD DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of thigh
Sabian Symbol: The human soul receptive to growth and understanding.
CERES
CERES IN CANCER
Your ability to nurture others is closely linked with your own relationship with your mother. If you had a close and loving relationship with your mother then you will enjoy the same with others in your adult life. If not, you may form dependent relationships.
21ST DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Inferior pancreatico-duodenal artery
Sabian Symbol: A prima donna singing.
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.
25TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Pericardium
Sabian Symbol: A large camel crossing the desert.
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.
25TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibialis anterior muscle
Sabian Symbol: A butterfly with the right wing more perfectly formed.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits 29 Aug 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Plu 17°Cp04 -21°40′
Cnj 16°Cp53 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Pal 13°Ta41 -06°28′
Cnj 14°Ta33 MENKAR — A victim of the Unconscious
Aspects to Cer 20°Cn26 +23°57′
Cnj 20°Cn28 CASTOR To write or create.
Aspects to BMo 22°Sg01 -18°40′
Cnj 22°Sg41 RAS ALHAGUE The desire to heal a wound.
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