- The Moon is in Aries.
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase until 4:20 AM, after which the Moon is in its First Quarter phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurs today at 4:20 AM.
- Mercury is in its post-retrograde shadow until January 10, 2018.
- Venus spends its first full day in Capricorn (Venus transits Capricorn December 25, 2017, to January 17, 2018).
Horoscopes
Aries
The Moon is in your sign all day, dear Aries, and this is a time of the month when you’re inclined to pamper yourself and pay more attention to your personal needs and feelings. This can pose a small problem this morning when responsibilities demand your attention. You can have a hard time balancing your personal needs with your obligations. However, later today, it’s easy to find outlets for self-expression, mainly through conversation or mental interests. The bigger picture is becoming clearer and clearer as you go along. You’re inclined to talk things through today and pull yourself quite quickly out of an emotional funk or dilemma.
Taurus
All day today and tomorrow, the Moon is in your solar twelfth house, dear Taurus, in the sign just behind yours. This short transit has you turning your attention to the past, perhaps settling some outstanding issues or closing projects, and craving extra rest or time to yourself. Even so, the Quarter Moon this morning can have you spinning your wheels for a little bit, wondering if you should be doing something more exciting. This is not the time to get noticed – you’re better off under the radar just for now. The Moon will enter your sign early Thursday, and attention will come your way. You’ll also feel a sense of awakening and a need to start fresh, but today, take things easy and wind down. This afternoon is good for articulating your feelings, and your best bet may be to write them down if a trusted friend is not available to hear you out.
Gemini
The Quarter Moon this morning can stimulate feelings of discontent, dear Gemini. You have a greater need for being around people who accept you unconditionally today, but you’re also craving a little more intimacy. You’re less sociable these days, generally speaking, but some reaching out is good for you now, and as you embrace this as the day moves forward, you get yourself into a wonderful frame of mind. Even if you have to push yourself to do so, you are unlikely to regret making connections. Later today is excellent for conversations that lift your spirits or clarifications that feel good. It’s a fine time to reason something out, especially with a friend or partner. People are a little more objective and less inclined to take things personally.
Cancer
This morning, the Moon in your professional sector clashes with the Sun in your partnership sector, dear Cancer, and this can stir up some frustrations if they’ve been brewing. Responsibilities have a way of demanding your attention, but you’re not yet in the frame of mind to make solo decisions. Even if you don’t feel like meeting them, you’ll feel much more fulfilled and relaxed once you get your duties out of the way. This afternoon brings lighter energy, particularly if you focus on mental interests or reasoning something out. Others may seek your advice, and you quite readily take the lead as the day advances.
Leo
This morning’s Quarter Moon can leave you feeling divided and uncertain about your next step, dear Leo, primarily because you’ve been in a work-and-routine frame of mind these days, and today introduces a need for fewer rules and more spontaneity in your life. As such, a restless feeling can take hold. As you embrace the need to get away from it all, even in a small or brief way, you come into your own. Avoid over-thinking things. This afternoon brings smooth, natural energy for expressing and sharing yourself. Expressing yourself honestly is the winning way to go now. It’s charming and frees you of guilt. This is an excellent time for solving problems.
Virgo
This morning, the Sun in your sector of play and self-expression clashes with the Moon in your intimacy sector, dear Virgo, and you may feel a little divided or restless. People around you aren’t readily picking up on your needs, but you may not know them well, either! This is temporary, of course, and as the day progresses, you’re more likely to embrace your current needs for introspection. As you own it, you feel much more empowered. It’s easier to pull yourself out of a place of dissatisfaction this afternoon, and a conversation may be what does the trick, even if it is only with yourself!
Libra
The Quarter Moon this morning means there’s a clash between your desires and needs, dear Libra, and with this occurring in your solar fourth and seventh houses, you’re inclined to feel quite restless and divided between family and partnership. Your need for one-on-one connections is active now. Reason comes into the picture, and by this afternoon, you’re likely to be feeling on top of matters, mainly through thinking or talking things through. The second half of the day is one of the better times for communicating. Sharing your concerns helps with clarity. You’ll find that others are thinking rather than reacting, and this allows for a smoother conversation flow.
Scorpio
You’re in a busy period of the year, dear Scorpio, and your interests are diverse and perhaps a little scattered. The Moon in your work and health sector today, however, asks you to focus on making some order in your life. Personal interests and duties are both strong pulls. While you can feel a little demotivated with conflicting needs and wants, as the day advances, you’re more inclined to embrace your practical side. Emotions tend to take a back seat to reason, and this helps you sort things out. Connecting and communicating your needs can be especially satisfying now.
Sagittarius
The Sun in your comfortable solar second house these days encourages you to slow your pace and savor some predictability and comfort, dear Sagittarius. Today’s Moon, however, inclines you to want to take a gamble, share your good humor, or do something different and exciting. This morning, these needs may clash, and the resulting mix can be restlessness or indecision. As the day advances, you’re more likely to respect both needs and find a happy medium, and a Moon-Mercury aspect helps you feel less bound by your emotions so that it’s easier to resolve problems.
Capricorn
The Sun in your sign these days puts your personal needs on the front burner, dear Capricorn, but the Moon’s transit of your sector of home and family today encourages you to make room for others’ needs and wants. You might also feel the need to reassess recent projects, events, and endeavors from a mature, logical, and constructively critical standpoint as the Quarter Moon occurs early today. Making peace with the past in some manner is favored right now, and as the day advances, you grow less impatient or restless and far more comfortable. You’re in an excellent position to reason out a problem tonight.
Aquarius
The Sun in your privacy sector these days inclines you to need more time to yourself and is excellent for winding down, taking a break, and healing or replenishing your energy, dear Aquarius. This morning, the Moon in your busy solar third house points to the need to connect and communicate, however. It can be difficult to find peace with so much to do, conflicting needs, and not knowing where to begin. Watch for impatience with others as you sort out how to express yourself. You don’t feel very comfortable in the state of indecision, but sometimes it’s better to wait things out. As the day advances, it’s easier to divide your time. As well, conversations and mental pursuits satisfy.
Pisces
It’s a sociable time of year for you, generally speaking, dear Pisces, but the Moon in your resources sector today inclines you to seek out a little more predictability and comfort. As you stick with the familiar rather than venture out looking for new experiences, you may feel a little like you’re missing out. For some, a clash of values with someone can prompt a bit of a rebellious streak. Aim to resolve conflicts that seem to be brewing over money, sharing, or values very quickly, before they blow out of proportion. With the Moon in Aries, we can be quick to frustrate but also quick to get over it! This is useful energy for resolving problems. As the day advances, you may gain new insights into practical matters. Advice is likely quite good as we’re thinking clearly. You’re also more inclined to embrace your need for a slower pace.
* 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.
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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: Dec 26 2017 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Aries
Description: The Moon in Aries
We are itching to take action and to pioneer something. All things equal, this is a time to begin new projects. Exercise patience and selflessness where possible, but embrace Aries’ courage and directness. Look out for new opportunities.
Date & Time: Dec 26 2017 4:20 am
Event: First Quarter at 4°Ar47′
Date & Time: Dec 26 2017 0:48 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: Dec 26 2017 2:33 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Juno
We can gain strength through others or through our relationships, and we are especially comfortable in one-on-one situations.
Date & Time: Dec 26 2017 4:20 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: Dec 26 2017 5:25 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ves
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Vesta
We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.
Date & Time: Dec 26 2017 7:06 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Chi
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Chiron
Date & Time: Dec 26 2017 3:37 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Mars
There can be tension and feelings of restlessness or impatience, as what we want to do may not feel perfectly right, or we may be lacking the courage. Avoid taking it out on the wrong things or people.
Date & Time: Dec 26 2017 7:45 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Chiron
Date & Time: Dec 26 2017 9:26 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Mercury
Ideas flow freely. We express feelings with clarity and thoughts with sensitivity. An excellent time for cooperative projects. A good time for taking tests, writing, promoting, public speaking, and studying. We are alert, observant, and our memory is good.
Date & Time: Dec 26 2017 0:33 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sat Sqq Nod
Description: Transiting Saturn SesquiSquare Transiting North Node
Destiny now gives you the chance to let go of the past and incorporate new people, projects and habits.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
SCORPIO STRONG
Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, overly dramatic.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
EARTH STRONG
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.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
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 (EST) on December 26th:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN ARIES
We are itching to take action and to pioneer something. All things equal, this is a time to begin new projects. Exercise patience and selflessness where possible, but embrace Aries’ courage and directness. Look for new opportunities.
9TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Lens of eye
Sabian Symbol: A crystal gazer.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE THE SUN Orb 3°51′ 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 MERCURY Orb 4°59′ Applying
Our hearts or emotional needs and our minds seem to be cooperating, and we are able to communicate effectively. It’s a good time for publicity, marketing, writing, and studying.
QUINCUNX MARS Orb 1°53′ Applying
You suffer from irritability and nervous tension. You need to make adjustments and slow down.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN CAPRICORN
You are responsible and respectful, with a strong need to be an authority figure. You command respect and may tend to superiority and bossiness.
6TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right adductor muscle
Sabian Symbol: A dark archway and ten logs at the bottom.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 3°15′ Applying
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.
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 4°20′ 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.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN SAGITTARIUS
You seek knowledge to expand your world view. You are a born philosopher, enjoying any information which helps you see the big picture. For instance you may enjoy a religious debate. You place importance on freedom of speech and thought.
14TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Cutaneous vessles of the thighs
Sabian Symbol: The pyramids and the sphinx.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°10′ Separating
Our minds can wander and communications can be unclear. We may not be seeing the obvious, and instead are imagining more complicated scenarios. Business and mechanical matters may suffer.
VENUS
VENUS IN CAPRICORN
You are shy in relationships. You will form relationships slowly, but they are likely to be enduring. You may not form close relationships early in life, but later will have solid and committed relationships. You are responsible with your money and possessions.
2ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left patella
Sabian Symbol: Three stained-glass windows, one damaged by bombardment.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 1°05′ Separating
You are shy and inhibited in your personal relationships. You fear commitment and tend to either be the one in control or to choose a partner who tries to control you. One of your parents may have been too strict and consequently you fear expressing yourself. Once you overcome your feelings of inadequacy you will have the ability to form secure and long-lasting relationships based on firm foundations. You are faithful and loyal.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
11TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Penis, Labia majora
Sabian Symbol: A drowning man rescued.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 5°09′ Applying
You are generous, self confident and lucky. Your energy level is high and you are courageous. You have a tendency to go where angels fear to tread, as you approach life with gusto regardless of the consequences. Travel and religious causes are likely to feature in your life. You may like to consider a career in the military or competitive sports.
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 0°55′ Applying
Inspiration might be found now, and our intuition is strong. There can be letting go of anger, or a softening of the disposition. Creative arts, particularly physical ones, are favored.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN SCORPIO
You are on an intense search for the truth. You have strong desires for sexual union and joint enterprises. You could be a transformative teacher.
17TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Testicular lobes, left ovary
Sabian Symbol: A woman the father of her own child.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 4°13′ Separating
You are artistic and may also be religious. You have a need to help others and may feel you have a calling. You have the ability to inspire other people’s talents as well.
SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 2°34′ Applying
You have a chance to achieve a great deal. Your knowledge is broad as you are interested in so many things. You may make a career in the occult or studying the deepest mysteries of life.
SATURN
SATURN IN CAPRICORN
You are conservative and authoritarian, and have strong worldly ambitions. You are a responsible worker.
1ST DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right patella
Sabian Symbol: A leader claims power from the assembled tribe.
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).
25TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.
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)
12TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of right foot
Sabian Symbol: An examination of initiates.
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).
19TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of left knee
Sabian Symbol: A child of about five with a huge shopping bag.
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).
25TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: The purging of the priesthood.
VESTA IN SCORPIO
You are intensely committed to your work. Dedication and the ability to focus are keys to your work. Sexual morals may feature strongly as you seek to either break existing sexual mores or repress sexual urges behind a strict code of ethics.
21ST DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Sphenoid sinus
Sabian Symbol: A soldier derelict in his duty.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN ARIES
You have a keen intellect with the ability to come up with exciting, new ideas. You are also happy to risk putting your new ideas into action.
26TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Skull
Sabian Symbol: A man possessed of more gifts than he can hold.
JUNO
JUNO IN AQUARIUS
You want the freedom to be your own person in your relationship. If this is not available you become rebellious and unreliable. You are unlikely to be comfortable in a traditional relationship.
4TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left fibula
Sabian Symbol: A hindu healer.
CERES
CERES IN LEO
You feel cared for when other people play with you and praise you. You like to show others you care for them by encouraging their creative talents and sense of fun.
18TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right cardiac cavity
Sabian Symbol: A chemist conducts an experiment before his students.
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.
16TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left atrium
Sabian Symbol: Sunshine just after a storm.
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.
16TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of left lower leg
Sabian Symbol: A big-businessman at his desk.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits 26 December 2017
Aspects to Jup 16°Sc01 -15°37′
Cnj 15°Sc19 ZUBEN ELGENUBI Positive social reform
Aspects to Ves 20°Sc31 -12°42′
Cnj 19°Sc36 ZUBEN ELSCHEMALI– Negative social reform
Aspects to Nod 15°Le42 +16°07′
Cnj 15°Le27 DUBHE Loving but forceful
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