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Astrology of Today – Tuesday, February 16, 2021

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Today’s Moon:

  • The Moon is in Aries until 10:11 PM, after which the Moon is in Taurus.
  • A void Moon occurs from 7:16 PM to 10:11 PM.
  • The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
  • The New Moon occurred on the 11th in the sign of Aquarius, and the First Quarter Moon will happen on the 19th.

Retrogrades:

  • Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from January 30th to February 20th).

**Times are Eastern Standard Time (EST).

Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries
Aries
Aries
Insecurities may get the best of you or slow you down in spots today, dear Aries. Money or income, and possibly talents, could be a sensitive issue, or it’s about whether others are showing they value and respect you. Others may not be as willing to believe in you or to follow your lead, but it’s temporary, and it’s best not to take it personally. While you might crave action, the day’s energies don’t entirely or straightforwardly support it, which can be frustrating. However, there is some easy, flowing energy in other areas, and recent ideas can begin to come together, or you see the missing links. Bright ideas may come through networking or contact with friends and associates.

Taurus
Taurus
Taurus
Mars in your sign increases your courage and grit, dear Taurus, but there are times when you need to slow down a little. Today, some sensitivity experienced with others could have you second-guessing. Something from the past might seem to undermine your confidence at the moment. The desire to put something behind you once and for all can be strong, but it may not be easy to follow through. Take the time to center yourself before getting yourself back in the game. You would be wise to deal with matters that you’ve left unfinished, and even baby steps toward so doing can help. Circumstances may be such that you need to let go of a tendency to hold on too tightly to your beliefs and customs if they’re only causing frustration. A delightful change of pace is in the air with the Moon’s move into your sign later today.

Gemini
Gemini
Gemini
It may be that you lack a sense of purpose or mission today, dear Gemini, which keeps you from straightforwardly pursuing your desires just for now. Confidence may be a missing factor now, but this is temporary. Past mistakes can assume more importance than they should in your mind now. Instincts may not be constructive in spots, as there is a tendency to confuse hunches with fears. While some are cooperative, you can experience touchiness today, particularly related to your social life. Tensions among friends may have a lot more to them than meets the eye. Aim to concentrate on ideas and plans that truly excite you.

Cancer
Cancer
Cancer
Minor awkward aspects suggest vague worries that might undermine confident decision-making, dear Cancer. It can be a real challenge to turn the other cheek today, however, as you can feel pulled in different directions and possibly even a little pushed around or up-and-down emotionally. You may be craving action but not quite sure where to start. Watch for falling back on old relating patterns that aren’t serving you well on your current path. If you’re feeling restricted by fear and resentment, look for ways to make improvements, even in small ways. You might enjoy a meaningful or valuable conversation that gives you more insight into others’ motivations, or you may learn of an interesting strategy for business.

Leo
Leo
Leo
You’re likely to feel a stronger pull to do something different or out of the ordinary today, dear Leo. It’s less about restlessness than simply a need to feed your spirit. Insecurities have a way of surfacing quite suddenly later today, but this may only be a delayed reaction to a recent event that you hadn’t processed until now. Doubts can arise about someone close to you. Instead of jumping to express these feelings, you might be better off trying to identify their source. The facts and your intuition may be telling you entirely different stories, making decision-making difficult. The issues that rile you up today may be a symptom of something much deeper and unresolved. While things may not be happening seamlessly, aim to focus on the benefits you’re sure about.

Virgo
Virgo
Virgo
People around you tend to be cooperative, dear Virgo, or they step back to let you do your thing. You need this space right now. However, you may be feeling put upon when it comes to money or borrowed items later today or indebted to others in ways that frustrate you. If fears in relationships are eating up too much of your time and happiness, be honest with yourself and consider ways to make changes that empower you. Be discriminating about where you spend the most time mentally. You shouldn’t ignore your fears, but you should recognize the difference between considering something and dwelling on it. The former can help you, and the latter can steal time. Allow yourself some freedom to dream, imagine, and create.

Libra
Libra
Libra
Messages you are receiving, whether verbal or not, tend to be conflicting in spots today, dear Libra. Do your part by identifying weaknesses or vulnerabilities that need attention, but avoid pushing yourself too hard to please others. Cooperation is one thing, but if others aren’t meeting you halfway, it’s no longer healthy. Efforts to prove yourself won’t help gain appreciation and may only lead to resentment right now. You can be feeling passionate about something and perhaps craving action and progress, but if things are a little stuck, try not to fret. Bigger-thinking skills improve today, however, and focusing on learning and growing can be most rewarding.

Scorpio
Scorpio
Scorpio
There can be original thinking about a home, personal, or family-related matter, dear Scorpio, and ideas can come to you for improving your comfort levels or feeling of security. Circumstances may not seem to support your plans, or plans may not come together as you’d like today and tomorrow. As frustrating as this may be, there are distinct opportunities to enjoy yourself. The trick is to redirect yourself promptly after a disappointment! Still, you might want to acknowledge your feelings even if you’re not acting upon them until you’re entirely behind them. You are more sensitive than usual to any situation in which power is glaringly imbalanced today.

Sagittarius
Sagittarius
Sagittarius
Life is not straightforward today and tomorrow, dear Sagittarius, particularly on the job, with children, family, or a love interest. People around you can be especially defensive and perhaps too quick to jump to negative conclusions in spots today. While conflicts can erupt seemingly out of nowhere and can be confusing or overwhelming, they can also lead to deeper bonding if handled well. It could be better to save important decision making for a time when you’re more impartial. Working on a solution is one thing, and dwelling on a problem is another. Try to stay open and flexible. There can be some distinct opportunities to cooperate. Designing something worthwhile and creative can be in focus and can be very satisfying.

Capricorn
Capricorn
Capricorn
Energy is stop-and-go today and tomorrow, dear Capricorn, but you can make it work for you with some extra effort. If you’re especially distractable, it could mean you’re not truly decided on what you want to get done. Relationships with love interests or family can be a bit rocky. Buried anger or resentment can surface in unpolished ways and feel a bit messy, although it may lead to a greater understanding. Resolve to make changes and to grow with and through them. It may be best to avoid taking a risk or going out on a limb, as hunches may not be accurate temporarily. You can be feeling a little possessive or want to do things your way, which could create some waves. Focusing on ideas and plans can be fruitful, however.

Aquarius
Aquarius
Aquarius
It may not be easy getting what you want straightforwardly or directly at times today, dear Aquarius. There could also be tension with family or with unresolved issues that are hanging heavy in the air. There can be frustration with disturbances and interruptions, and you’re not in the mood to interpret the double meanings in conversations. Most importantly, even if you’re dwelling a little too much on problems, it’s probably best not to let resentment drive your behavior, which can result in costly mistakes. The day can be far more satisfying if you aim to be adaptable and flexible. You might focus on a solvable problem in the mental or mechanical world to release energy constructively. The day may not have a clear mission, but it may not need one.

Pisces
Pisces
Pisces
You might crave action or change today, dear Pisces, but it’s not easy to know where to pour your energies. A game plan or mission seems to be missing temporarily, but it may get you to slow down and pace yourself to your benefit. You can feel a little out of step, or you may be tiptoeing around others. People can be touchy, sensitive, defensive, or disinclined to accept help or others’ input. There can be a feeling that you and the people around you are moving in different directions or talking about different things entirely. It shouldn’t be a game-changer if your feelings and beliefs aren’t currently harmonizing. Timing can be off, but this gives you the chance to build self-reliance. Better activities for you right now are simple, earthy ones.

* 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.

 

Today's Transits

 

Today’s Transits (Eastern Standard Time)

 

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  10:11 pm

Event: Moon enters Taurus

Description: The Moon in Taurus

This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  7:16 pm

Event: Moon goes void of course

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  6:37 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Chi

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Chiron

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  7:32 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nep

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Neptune

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  9:17 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Pal

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Pallas

There is a good ability to successfully combine logic and intuition, and to understand problems taking into account the human element. There is sensitivity to people’s issues now. Cooperation. Effective, sensitive decision making.

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  1:32 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Plu

Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pluto

Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  7:16 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Sun

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Sun

This is a harmonious time. People are more cooperative and supportive than usual. Things seem to flow more easily, and confidence is natural.

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  9:30 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Cer

Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Ceres

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  10:11 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Tau

Description: Transiting Moon Entering Taurus

This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.

Date & Time: Feb 16 2021  1:12 am

Event: Tr-Tr Ven Qnx Ves

Description: Transiting Venus Quincunx Transiting Vesta

Signs, Elements, Modes, & Lunar Phase

 

Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

 

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

 

ARIES STRONG

Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.

TAURUS STRONG

Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.

AQUARIUS STRONG

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

 

Today’s Elemental Balance

 

AIR STRONG

Air signs are Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius. We tend to favor rational, objective thought over emotions, impulses, and feelings at this time. We are more intellectual, fair-minded, and logical in our approach, Ideas flow easily and quickly, we are more communicative and guided by principles, and also somewhat dispassionate or impersonal.

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

 

FIXED STRONG

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

MUTABLE WEAK

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

 

Today’s Lunar Phase

 

LUNAR PHASE: CRESCENT

Moon 45 to 90 degrees ahead of the Sun. 

This is an eager, impulsive, and progressive time. We are motivated and ready to take on challenges.

Planetary Positions and their Applying & Separating Aspects

 

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on  February 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 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.

25TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle 

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

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

SEXTILE THE SUN  Orb 3°19′ Applying

This is a harmonious time. People are more cooperative and supportive than usual. Things seem to flow more easily, and confidence is natural.

SQUARE PLUTO  Orb 0°45′ Applying

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

THE SUN

THE SUN IN AQUARIUS

You are unconventional, friendly, unpredictable and innovative. You like originality and may become rebellious.

29TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left tibia 

Sabian Symbol: Butterfly emerging from a chrysalis.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION VENUS  Orb 9°18′ 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. 

MERCURY

MERCURY IN AQUARIUS

You are brimming with original and unique ideas. You enjoy exchanging ideas with other people, particularly friends and groups of people. You are an inventive thinker, and may rebel against old and traditional ideas.

13TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right tibial artery 

Sabian Symbol: A barometer.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

CONJUNCTION VENUS  Orb 6°46′ Separating

We are more agreeable, sociable, and focused on balance and harmony. Conversations flow nicely.

CONJUNCTION JUPITER  Orb 1°36′ Separating

You are talkative and have a thirst for knowledge. You have big ideas and plans. Education will feature largely in your life.

CONJUNCTION SATURN  Orb 5°03′ Applying

You have a logical mind. As a child you were shy and unable to express your opinions. As an adult you will become a voice of authority.

SQUARE URANUS  Orb 4°57′ 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.

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.

19TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Spinal nervous system 

Sabian Symbol: A forest fire quenched.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

SQUARE MARS  Orb 2°14′ Applying

You may have some difficulty being patient with loved ones. When others fail to keep up with your activities, you can be irritable, but you may be equally impatient with yourself.

CONJUNCTION JUPITER  Orb 5°10′ Separating

We are looking for more meaning or color to our lives and especially to our relationships. We seek to make others happy and tend to give others the benefit of the doubt. Our feelings and tastes are grand, and we may be especially extravagant or indulgent. 

MARS

MARS IN TAURUS

You have strong personal desires, although you will usually follow a reliable course of action in attaining those desires. You are stubborn if opposed.

22ND DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Tongue muscles 

Sabian Symbol: White dove over troubled waters.

ASPECTS OF MARS

SEXTILE NEPTUNE  Orb 1°22′ Separating

You have a talent for music or art or for caring for others. You have great empathy with others.

TRINE PLUTO  Orb 4°31′ 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 AQUARIUS

You are a seeker of the new and inspirational. You hold racially-inclusive values, and are a humanitarian.

14TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left tibial artery 

Sabian Symbol: A train entering a tunnel.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

CONJUNCTION SATURN  Orb 6°39′ Separating

You may at first experience some difficulties making up your mind as you feel pulled between your need for freedom and expansion, and the need for discipline. However, once you have learned to work with both these sides of your nature, you have an ideal blend of enthusiasm and structure. You work well within a structured system and therefore can do well in business. Your approach to religion is usually conventional.

SATURN

SATURN IN AQUARIUS

You have an ability to work well in groups. Your work is often original and innovative.

8TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left saphenous veins 

Sabian Symbol: Beautifully gowned wax figures.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

SQUARE URANUS  Orb 0°05′ Applying

You work to overcome a feeling of inadequacy about your abilities. You have problems with authority figures and need to learn to compromise. When you have done this you will succeed, particularly in large organisations.

SEXTILE CHIRON  Orb 0°29′ Separating

You have the opportunity through perseverance to face emotional pain in your life and discover your own natural sense of authority.

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). 

8TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Cervical nerves 

Sabian Symbol: A sleigh without snow.

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)

20TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Right fibula muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A table set for an evening meal.

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).

26TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Connections between femur and tibia 

Sabian Symbol: A water sprite.

 

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.

7TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: The ears 

Sabian Symbol: A man successfully expressing himself in two realms at once.

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.

19TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Oesophageal groove 

Sabian Symbol: A swimming race.

PALLAS IN AQUARIUS

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

24TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Right tibialis anterior muscle 

Sabian Symbol: A man turning his back on his passions and teaching from his Experience.

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.

18TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Right femur 

Sabian Symbol: Tiny children in sunbonnets.

CERES IN PISCES

You feel most cared for when experiencing at-one-ment with the world. You care for others by relieving their pain. You have compassion for your loved ones.

29TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Toenails of the right foot 

Sabian Symbol: A prism.

THE BLACK MOON IN TAURUS

14TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: True vocal cords 

Sabian Symbol: Shellfish groping and children playing.

ERIS IN ARIES

24TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle 

Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.

THE NORTH NODE

THE NORTH NODE IN GEMINI

This is a quest to learn to see life from other people’s point of view and to become adept in the art of communication. You have a tendency to be restless and scattered. You need to develop focus and the ability to communicate your ideas in a way that helps the many people in your life.

17TH DEGREE OF GEMINI

Part of Body: First rib 

Sabian Symbol: The head of a youth changes into that of a mature thinker.

THE SOUTH NODE

THE SOUTH NODE IN SAGITTARIUS

This is a quest to learn to see life from other people’s point of view and to become adept in the art of communication. You have a tendency to be restless and scattered. You need to develop focus and the ability to communicate your ideas in a way that helps the many people in your life.

17TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Sciatic nerve 

Sabian Symbol: An easter sunrise service.

Fixed Stars

 

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on February 16, 2021.**

 

Aspects to Uranus 07°Ta12 +13°30′

 conjunct 07°Ta57 HAMAL To follow one’s own path

 conjunct 08°Ta04 SCHEDIR The Queen, female power.

Aspects to North Node 16°Ge52 +22°47′

 conjunct 17°Ge07 RIGEL ** To bring knowledge to others.

 

 

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Current Planetary Positions

Sun 02° Gemini 34' 26"
Moon 11° Aries 14' 07"
Mercury 24° Taurus 31' 29"
Venus 17° Aries 00' 23"
Mars 16° Leo 34' 49"
Jupiter 26° Gemini 06' 22"
Saturn 29° Pisces 52' 16"
Uranus 27° Taurus 36' 59"
Neptune 01° Aries 41' 40"
Pluto 03° Aquarius 44' 16" R
Chiron 25° Aries 17' 25"
TrueNode 25° Pisces 02' 28" R

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