Astrology of Today – Sunday, December 18, 2016

• The Moon is in Leo until 12:51 PM.
• The Moon is void from 11:55 AM until 12:51 PM.
• The Moon is in Virgo from 12:51 PM forward (until Tuesday, December 20th, at 9:39 PM).
• The Moon is waning and in its Waning Gibbous phase.
• The Full Moon occurred on the 13th and the Third Quarter Moon will occur on December 20th.
• Mercury is in its pre-retrograde shadow and will turn retrograde tomorrow (Mercury will be retrograde from December 19-January 8).

Times are EST

Horoscopes

Aries

This is a potentially strong day for personal adventures and taking the time for studies or exploration of a new interest, dear Aries. Your imagination is powerful today, and you have the chance to use it very constructively. It’s a strong time to take in a cultural activity or to pursue a creative venture. Any form of retreat or sabbatical, however big or small, is appropriate now. However, it’s important to watch for emotionally-driven decision-making today. If you’ve been on the fence about something, you may feel overcome with impatience and quickly make a decision just to put it behind you, but judgment is a little off right now with Mercury about to turn retrograde and Mars about to change signs.

Taurus

This is a potentially wonderful day for following through on creative impulses or for pursuing a dream of yours, dear Taurus. There can be a nice connection made with a friend or lover, as well as compassion and empathy expressed with others. You have faith in your intuition when it comes to your relationships today. As well, you may hear of something inspiring or an intriguing perspective that opens your mind to new ideas. Even so, today can involve some fuzzy thinking combined with a tendency to follow impulses a little too quickly. Particularly when it comes to professional or public settings, watch for impulsive, hasty moves.

Gemini

This can be a good day for entertaining some of your loftier dreams and goals, dear Gemini. You can have your head in the clouds now, and it can be wonderful to imagine new possibilities. You can feel inspired by a person’s perspective or a book or information that you come across now, and the desire to grow and develop your mind and knowledge base is strong now. It’s easy to find commonality with others, and this helps you bond. However, today’s energies are a little unstable for two reasons: one is that your ruler, Mercury, is about to turn retrograde, and we may not be seeing facts clearly or there could be missing information. Another is a Moon-Mars connection just before both bodies are about to change signs. Watch for expressing opinions too quickly and for impatient moves.

Cancer

This can be a powerful day for imagination and creativity, dear Cancer, but it’s not ideal for activities that require a clear head and factual thinking. It’s a good day for understanding others on soul levels, even if we may be misinterpreting words expressed. You can also find creative ways to update or spiff up your routines now. Be careful with money, personal possessions, and spending or lending in general. Decisions made now can be emotionally-driven and hasty, and possibly quite regrettable. Observe, take in and strategize rather than take quick action today, if possible.

Leo

There is wonderful energy for creative design today, dear Leo, as well as for finding commonality with a partner or friend. You may be moved to help someone out or to perform a charitable act now. There can be a connection made or bond enhanced that feels like a soul connection. However, there is some tendency to impulsiveness. The Moon in your sign clashes with Mars midday, just before they change signs, and this can stimulate hasty, ill-timed moves. Watch for impulsive, impatient moves now, particularly in your close relationships. Exercise self-restraint now. With Mercury moving to a retrograde station tomorrow, there can be misunderstandings.

Virgo

This can be a good day for feeling at home with a person you care about, dear Virgo, or for a connection made between a love interest and your family. Bonds can strengthen through the sharing of a dream or goal. There is increased spiritual sensitivity present in your relationships. Even so, there can be some frustrations and impatience when it comes to work or health routines. You may be tempted to throw something away or assert yourself before thinking about the possible consequences. Passionate feelings of all kinds are aroused, but impulsive actions should be tamed now for best results, as you may not be seeing the whole story just yet.

Libra

This can be a good time for work that involves design and imaginative elements, dear Libra. Your artistic sense is well-developed. There may be the opportunity to combine something that you love doing and learning with your work. You might thoroughly enjoy helping out a neighbor, sibling, or acquaintance, and your “services” are appreciated. However, there can be some impulsiveness today, particularly in your social life, that can lead to assertions that you regret. It’s important to think twice about making sudden moves today.

Scorpio

Today is potentially excellent for imagining new pursuits and for thinking up good business ideas, dear Scorpio. However, it’s not great for putting new endeavors into motion or for taking quick action. There is a strong desire to help someone out or to give back to someone who helped you. There is increased compassion with children or love interests, and you could thoroughly enjoy doing something creative or imaginative with people you care about today. However, there is some tendency for poorly timed decisions and impulsive actions today, and for you, it’s likely to do with family and/or career. Assertive impulses may not be reliable today. It’s a time to look before you leap.

Sagittarius

There is wonderfully creative and imaginative energy with you today, dear Sagittarius, and you’re in need of some form of retreat or creative escape. You could feel quite inspired by your interactions with family, or by conversations you have today. Finding common ground with others can be exciting. Even so, there is a tendency to jump to conclusions or to make bold, hasty moves that are driven by impatience rather than intuition, particularly in your communications. Try not to share your opinion too quickly now, unless you’ve thought things through, and even if you have, there may be key missing elements to a story.

Capricorn

You may be making creative plans or there could be a conversation or connection made that inspires you today, dear Capricorn. There is more compassion and consideration between you and a friend, or you might share a previously private matter with someone and feel better about doing so. Insights may come through dreams. However, there is also some tendency to spend impulsively or to come into conflict with someone about money or ownership matters. Try not to make emotionally-driven decisions now. You may be feeling some pressure to wrap up a matter that’s been bothering you for some time, but it may not be wise to do so hastily.

Aquarius

Hidden talents can be successfully tapped today, dear Aquarius, or help can come from an unlikely source. There is good energy for feeling at one with a friend or kindred spirit. Connections made can be intriguing and even inspiring. Random acts of kindness can figure strongly now. You are interested in contributing something special to a group. Even so, however, there is a tendency for obstinacy or hasty actions in your closest relationships. You may find yourself in conflict with someone in your life, or you could be feeling pressure to take care of a persistent problem, when it may benefit you more to handle the matter more thoughtfully.

Pisces

This can be a wonderful day for drawing upon your natural wisdom and compassion to resolve a problem, dear Pisces, or to mediate a conflict. People may be recognizing your special qualities now, and there can be a boost in your reputation as a result. The desire to better yourself is strong now, and you might envision ways to do so today. You might also have the opportunity to bring more creativity or imagination to a practical project. However, today is not the time to begin a new endeavor. You may be feeling pressured to get something done quickly or to make a quick decision when it would be best to put more thought into 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: 17 Dec 2016 0:00 am

Event: Moon in Leo

Description: The Moon in Leo

We have a stronger need for appreciation, shows of affection and warmth, and excitement. We are proud and conduct ourselves accordingly. This is a time for having some fun, being creative and childlike, and enjoying life. It’s also a good time for organizing and managing.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 0:22 am

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: 17 Dec 2016 2:42 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Sun

Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Sun

What we feel and what we think we should do can be at odds with one another temporarily. There can be discontent or indecisiveness. We could be feeling out of sorts. Tensions will pass.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 3:22 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Ven

Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Venus

There may be emotional epiphanies or displays of affection now. Sentimentality and overindulgence are likely now. Differences in views and feelings with someone can be pronounced and could bother us now. Try to relax and not obsess.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 8:33 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Jun

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Juno

We can gain strength through others or through our relationships, and we are especially comfortable in one-on-one situations.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 9:44 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Mer

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Mercury

It can be difficult to be objective at this time. This can be a “foot in mouth” time. We should think before we speak, or there could be hurt feelings.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 12:36 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: 17 Dec 2016 5:50 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jup

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Jupiter

A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 6:23 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: 17 Dec 2016 7:56 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ura

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Uranus

We are open to new ideas. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our minds or our awareness.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 8:16 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Chi

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Chiron

Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 9:14 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Cer

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Ceres

We can be feeling pleasantly attached to, or supported by, our loved ones or family. We are seeking out security, nurturing, and warmth, and we are more likely to express these things towards others.

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 11:46 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Mar

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Mars

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 7:40 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Sun Pll Mer

Description: Transiting Sun Parallel Transiting Mercury

Date & Time: 17 Dec 2016 3:22 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Sat Sqq Ves

Description: Transiting Saturn SesquiSquare Transiting Vesta

Insecurities about our work, obligations, and commitments can arise now. We may feel overburdened and unappreciated.

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

LEO STRONG

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

SAGITTARIUS STRONG

Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.

CAPRICORN STRONG

Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.

AQUARIUS STRONG

Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.

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.

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

The modes are balanced.

Current Lunar Phase

LUNAR PHASE: DISSEMINATING

Moon 135 to 90 degrees behind the Sun.

Sharing our knowledge with the world is a major motivation at this stage. We believe we have gained much knowledge and wisdom through our experiences, and want to ensure others have the benefit as well.

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on December 17th:

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 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 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.

17TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Right auricle

Sabian Symbol: Volunteer church choir makes social event of rehearsal.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

QUINCUNX MERCURY Orb 1°15′ Separating

It can be difficult to be objective at this time. This can be a “foot in mouth” time. We should think before we speak, or there could be hurt feelings.

OPPOSITION VENUS Orb 4°31′ Separating

We may be attempting to please others and ignoring our own needs, or tending to our own needs and alienating others. We can be feeling needy, looking for love or attention outside of ourselves. Indulgence, dissatisfaction.

SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 3°16′ Applying

We are generous, forgiving, and high-minded now. We are looking at people and situations positively. This is a good time for making plans.

TRINE SATURN Orb 3°35′ 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.

TRINE URANUS Orb 4°29′ Applying

We are open to new ideas, ways of expressing ourselves and our feelings. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our hearts or our emotional awareness.

QUINCUNX PLUTO Orb 0°20′ Applying

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.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN SAGITTARIUS

You are a sunny and adventurous individual. You are optimistic and philosophical, and may tend to bluntness.

27TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Gluteal muscles

Sabian Symbol: The sculptor’s vision is taking form.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

SEXTILE MARS Orb 2°32′ Applying

We can be furthering our goals and desires without apology. A time for getting ahead, taking action, and solving problems, and some healthy self-centeredness. Competition. Taking the lead.

CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 6°29′ Separating

You are responsible, serious and reliable. You may have had a stricter father than the other children. Work and a career will be important to you. You have the self discipline to succeed.

TRINE URANUS Orb 5°34′ Separating

We are looking forward, happy and confident about making changes and improvements. We are willing to experiment and explore.

SQUARE CHIRON Orb 5°23′ Separating

We can feel especially vulnerable to criticism or fear rejection now, or could struggle with a situation where we may need to humble ourselves. People or circumstances may seem to be exposing or playing on our vulnerabilities.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN CAPRICORN

You are a wise and careful thinker. You place importance on credibility and authority. Therefore you will seek knowledge which carries some authority. You may approach new ideas with caution.

15TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Left knee cartilage

Sabian Symbol: Many toys in the children’s ward of a hospital.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

SQUARE JUPITER Orb 4°31′ Applying

You have many so many ideas and plans that you are not sure which ones to follow. You make promises you can’t keep, although your intentions are good.

SQUARE URANUS Orb 5°45′ Applying

Original ideas but perhaps too radical or disorganized, or perceived as such. There can be mental or nervous tension experienced now. Mistakes can be made due to impatience.

CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 1°35′ Applying

You have a probing mind. You avoid social chit-chat preferring deep and meaningful conversations. You are able to research topics of interest.

VENUS

VENUS IN AQUARIUS

You enjoy unconventional and odd relationships, which give you the freedom to express your individuality. You enjoy talking more than touching. You enjoy being in a group of friends.

12TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left cruciate ligaments

Sabian Symbol: People on stairs graduated upwards.

MARS

MARS IN AQUARIUS

You will fight for just causes. You are unpredictable, but will probably be a group leader. You may become rebellious when angry.

29TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left tibia

Sabian Symbol: Butterfly emerging from a chrysalis.

ASPECTS OF MARS

CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 7°13′ Applying

You may experience difficulty being assertive and finding the drive to succeed, or alternatively you may have a tendency to misdirect your energies. Your current life lesson to express your energy positively and assertively. Your talent for independent action needs to be developed.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN LIBRA

You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.

20TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Calyx minor

Sabian Symbol: A jewish rabbi.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

SEXTILE SATURN Orb 0°18′ Applying

You have a chance to be very successful as you are neither profligate nor mean, but have a balance.

OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 1°13′ 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 2°55′ 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.

QUINCUNX CHIRON Orb 1°23′ Applying

Circumstances are such that we need to make adjustments to our plans and goals. We may need to tame expectations of ourselves and of others if they are unreasonable.

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)

20TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Head of right femur

Sabian Symbol: People cutting through ice, for summer use.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

TRINE URANUS Orb 0°54′ 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 1°05′ 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).

21ST DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Eye muscles

Sabian Symbol: A pugilist entering the ring.

ASPECTS OF URANUS

SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°09′ Applying

A time for making sweeping changes and for adapting to changes in order to progress. This is a time for revising, altering, overhauling, and purging. We can experience tension, fear, and pressure, but also a sense of liberation from over-attachments and situations that have been holding us back from growth.

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)

10TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left metatarsals

Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.

ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE

CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 3°29′ Separating

You have a tendency to daydream and live in a fantasy world, possibly even escaping into the world of drugs and depression. Your quest in this life is to put your creative talents to positive use.

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).

17TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Condyle of left tibia

Sabian Symbol: A person surreptitiously bathing in the nude.

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).

21ST DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left fibula muscle

Sabian Symbol: A little white lamb, a child and a servant.

VESTA

VESTA IN LEO

You work most creatively when left to your own devices. You feel pride in your work and can be inspired by romance and fun. Play and work are closely linked for you.

5TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Right carotid artery

Sabian Symbol: Rock formations at the edge of a precipice.

PALLAS

PALLAS IN AQUARIUS

Your mind can be brilliant, original and insightful. You can quickly grasp new ideas and apply them to the future. You fight for your ideals and humanitarian or political causes.

28TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right tibia

Sabian Symbol: A tree felled and sawed.

JUNO

JUNO IN SAGITTARIUS

You would like a partner with a common belief system or vision. You want to be free explore the world, literally and philosophically, with your partner.

15TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Right iliac vein

Sabian Symbol: The ground hog looking for its shadow.

CERES

CERES IN ARIES

You feel cared for when people are allowing you to be independent. You also believe that the best way of caring for others is to let them be themselves. You will suffer if you feel dominated or caged in.

22ND DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Cheek muscles

Sabian Symbol: The gate to the garden of desire.

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.

6TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Descending colon

Sabian Symbol: A merry-go-round.

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.

6TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left cuboid bone

Sabian Symbol: Officers on dress parade.

*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***

Transits 17 Dec 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 26°Sg11 -23°22′

Cnj 25°Sg57 ACULEUS Enduring attacks but success

Aspects to Mer 14°Cp51 -23°28′

Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky

Aspects to Plu 16°Cp27 -21°23′

Cnj 15°Cp32 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky

Cnj 16°Cp51 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.

Aspects to SNo 05°Pi57 -09°19′

Cnj 05°Pi33 DENEB ADIGE Artistic, strong will.

Aspects to BMo 23°Sc28 -13°47′

Cnj 24°Sc01 AGENA The pain of learning