- The Moon is in Capricorn until 12:17 PM.
- The Moon is void until 12:17 PM (since yesterday at 10:23 PM).
- The Moon is in Aquarius from 12:17 PM forward (until Saturday, February 25th, at 7:24 PM.
- The Moon is waning and in its Waning Crescent phase.
- The Last Quarter Moon occurred on the 18th, and a New Moon (Solar Eclipse) will occur on the 26th.
- Venus is in its pre-retrograde shadow (Venus will be retrograde from March 4-April 15).
Times are EST.
Horoscopes
Aries
This is an excellent week for communications projects, publishing, and smart thinking, dear Aries, when you get the chance to concentrate, that is! Fortunately, today is great for understanding your priorities and for tackling duties and responsibilities. Practical matters can soar today. It may be a good time to talk shop with associates or to run business ideas past friends. You can find real, reliable solutions to problems. The day tends to favor little jobs that require small levels of concentration, but you can work rather well with others now. There is some tendency to take things too personally, which can be a small obstacle. However, teamwork is rewarding overall. Networking can stimulate new ideas. Committing yourself to a goal or pet project can help bring you down to earth and get your mind off emotional conundrums.
Taurus
Your focus is shifting now to more practical affairs, dear Taurus, although you could be nursing a desire to escape in the first half of the day. Try to avoid procrastination now, as there can be a strong opportunity to solve a problem or to make solid plans if you discipline yourself to concentrate on practical priorities. You may be called to perform or to fulfill an obligation. Financially, your ideas can be golden right now. Talking through emotional problems may not fare quite so well today, as we tend to be logical and reasonable with facts and figures, but might not see the intention behind the words when we’re emotionally close to a situation. While some days support spontaneity, this is a better day to be on your best behavior.
Gemini
There are many opportunities for you to learn new things and make real progress on your projects this week, dear Gemini, even if the atmosphere is sometimes quite emotionally charged. Extracurricular activities with a partner can be stimulating, and for some, meeting someone destined to be important in your life may happen while you’re venturing outside of your usual routine. Intellectual exchanges can be fruitful now. Work and problem-solving are highly favored today. Put in the extra effort now — rewards may not be instant, but they can be great down the road. A friend or partner might come through for you now. Later today, however, there can be some misunderstandings. Watch that you don’t make an offhand remark that hurts someone’s feelings. People can be extra sensitive tonight.
Cancer
Focus your attention, if you can, on practical matters today, dear Cancer, which tend to be more soothing and reliable than social ones at the moment. This is a good time to face responsibilities – you’re in a great state of mind for taking care of business. Quiet study or research can turn up the answers you need, and perhaps some great rewards. You can be drawn to details and excited about finding solutions to problems. Putting pesky problems behind you can be gratifying. Even little efforts towards cutting expenses or minimizing waste can get you places now. Focusing on something absorbing and pouring a lot of energy into a project you care about can boost your sense of purpose.
Leo
This week, you’re in a great position to see things more clearly and comprehensively if you take a partner’s viewpoint into account, dear Leo. This is because Mercury in your partnership sector is harmonizing with a number of planets, setting up opportunities for you and someone you care about to put your heads together and come up with fabulous insights, ideas, and even projects. Your maturity is showing today, and it becomes you! Others might ask you for advice. What emerges in a partnership or friendship today can be very productive. Working towards a specific goal and in a step-by-step fashion yields the best results now.
Virgo
There is fabulous energy with you for work and health improvement this week, dear Virgo, at least in theory. Certainly, you’re entertaining many new ideas. Mercury in your work and health sector forms happy connections with a number of planets, opening up opportunities to think up new methods and plans for self-improvement that excite you. Work is likely to go well as you can apply yourself with minimal distractions today, at least until tonight. Instead of scratching the surface of a problem, you are inclined to dig deep and tackle it at the root. An organized, step-by-step approach works best for you right now. Try not to allow distractions mess with your head tonight, and choose your words more carefully than usual.
Libra
A family obligation can come to light today, dear Libra, and there is good energy with you for taking care of your responsibilities. Others are unlikely to turn you, or your plans, down. You can make good headway in a creative or communications project. Studies go well, particularly if you apply yourself in a step-by-step, traditional manner. Details that eluded you in the past can come together now, and memories are easier to access. You are more focused and willing to put in the effort necessary to make solid progress. You’re thinking about the long-term rather than instant rewards. You can feel proud about committing to something specific and making headway. Later today, be a little more mindful than usual about how you express yourself, as misunderstandings are possible.
Scorpio
Problem-solving is favored today as you are less distracted by emotional concerns than you have been in the last two days, dear Scorpio. As well, you can truly get to the heart of a matter today. Energy is strong for practical things and activities around the house or with family. An organized, patient, and determined frame of mind can help you resolve even the most complex of problems, and can even help alleviate stress. Slow and steady wins the race today. There is a “back to business” feel to the day, and you’re entirely self-motivated. Conversations may not be straightforward, however, when they have to do with emotional matters. Make an extra effort to understand others before jumping to the conclusion that their intentions are poor.
Sagittarius
Mercury in your communications sector is in good shape this week, dear Sagittarius, and while the week may be up and down emotionally, you’re in a great position to talk things through. Today, you’re making smart decisions and seeing your priorities clearly. You are likely to give good advice and to be specially regarded as someone with common sense right now. While others may be looking for complex answers to problems, they could be missing the point that seems quite obvious to you. You are working to meet deadlines, and you’re taking pride in taking care of business. For best results today, don’t skip steps – be thorough. You will feel more accomplished if you pay extra attention to details or duties that you’ve ignored or put off.
Capricorn
This is a good day for focusing on the details rather than the bigger picture, particularly if you are tying up loose ends on a project, dear Capricorn. You may very well enjoy yourself as you do! Your mind is set to take care of business now, and you can be quite successful at it. You relate well to today’s more stable, reasonable energy, which can be refreshing after the destabilizing theme of the last couple of days. Common sense rather than fanciful thinking is what appeals to you most, but by tonight, you are in the mood for something lighter and more freeform. There can be some misunderstandings, however, particularly with a family member. Check that you’re actually in agreement – there is a tendency to perceive disagreement or disapproval when there is none today!
Aquarius
Perceptions are coming back to earth today, at least on practical levels, dear Aquarius. There can be some social blunders or mild misunderstandings to sort through, but excellent opportunities for getting organized emerge now. Your cool mentality and organizational skills help you get things done right now with minimal interference and maximum respect. Your tastes are traditional today, and as the day moves forward, the Moon’s move into your sign tends to loosen you up. In some ways, you are in excellent shape to concentrate, but in others, distractions are plentiful. Dealing with others who are unsure of themselves can be frustrating today.
Pisces
This is a great day in a strong week for thinking and processing, dear Pisces. It’s a favorable time for drawing upon experience and wisdom, as you’re accessing memories more readily than usual and you’re quick to apply them to tasks at hand. Today is good for quiet study or work in relative solitude. This is excellent timing, in fact, with a New Moon/Solar Eclipse coming on the 26th when you’ll benefit from self-knowledge and understanding as you begin a new personal cycle. Expectations come back down to earth today, and you can focus on your priorities more attentively. It’s a great time to notice and handle details. Reorganize or sort through something that requires concentration. Dealing with responsibilities rather than hiding from them can, in fact, be quite satisfying now.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign and 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: Feb 23 2017 12:17 pm
Event: Moon enters Aquarius
Description: The Moon in Aquarius
This is generally a good time for social pursuits, group projects, trying something new, joining a group, and networking. A change of pace refreshes. Hobbies, clubs, and groups may demand attention now. It is time to build networks and cooperate. Humanitarian pursuits are highlighted.
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 5:34 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nep
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Neptune
If we are not in touch with our need for inspiration, beauty, compassion, connection to something otherworldly, or our spirituality, we could feel out of sorts right now. Relaxing, listening to music, getting close to nature, or taking a break may resolve this.
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 12:17 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Aqu
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Aquarius
This is generally a good time for social pursuits, group projects, trying something new, joining a group, and networking. A change of pace refreshes. Hobbies, clubs, and groups may demand attention now. It is time to build networks and cooperate. Humanitarian pursuits are highlighted.
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 6:04 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Pal
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Pallas
We may be concerned about what others are thinking of us now, and can be sensitive to negativity and criticism, or what we perceive as such. We might not understand one another, and can be at odds with one another on a mental or intellectual level. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way.
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 6:40 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting North Node
There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 11:11 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Ceres
There can be conflicts with loved ones, or we could be feeling unsupported. People could seem insensitive or uncaring, or our own needs seem to be at odds with the needs of family and friends.
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 9:09 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Cpl Ven
Description: Transiting Sun ContraParallel Transiting Venus
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 8:19 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqq Ves
Description: Transiting Sun SesquiSquare Transiting Vesta
There can be difficulties focusing or knowing where/how to direct our energies. For some of us, we may bury ourselves in work as a way to avoid other problems now.
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 10:09 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Cpl Cer
Description: Transiting Sun ContraParallel Transiting Ceres
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 4:44 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Sxt Sat
Description: Transiting Mercury Sextile Transiting Saturn
Rational and logical thinking. Concentration and focus. Organization. Serious communication. Agreeable solitude.
Date & Time: Feb 23 2017 10:37 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer SSq Ven
Description: Transiting Mercury SemiSquare Transiting Venus
We are more sensitive to imbalances or potential conflicts in our relationships. We may skim the surface or say what others want to hear in order to avoid stirring up problems. Discussions may be polite, but not very deep or meaningful now. Distractions are likely. Mental laziness.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
PISCES STRONG
Compassionate, sensitive, self-sacrificing, gentle, intuitive. Can be escapist, impractical, hyper- sensitive, gullible.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
The elements are balanced.
BALANCE OF MODES
CARDINAL STRONG
We are ready to take action and to take on challenges, and can become frustrated with stagnant conditions.
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
LUNAR PHASE: BALSAMIC
Moon less than 45 degrees behind the Sun.
Time to tie up loose ends, review, reflect, let go, and edit.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on February 23rd:
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 CAPRICORN
You feel secure when life is structured, or you are working hard. You may be emotionally distant or cold. You mother’s love may be limited in some way. Your mother may have been strict or cold.
30TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Adductor muscle
Sabian Symbol: Directors of a large firm meet in secret conference.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN PISCES
You are an imaginative and serene individual. You need to express your fantasies and imagination, and may be a dreamer or be ungrounded.
6TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left cuboid bone
Sabian Symbol: Officers on dress parade.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 9°11′ Applying
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
CONJUNCTION NEPTUNE Orb 6°11′ Applying
Fantasy plays a strong part in your life, either as a creative channel or as an escape. You are ‘other worldly’, possibly artistic or musical. You may be unclear of your own identity. Try to use your creativity rather than escaping through addictive behaviour.
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 1°52′ Separating
In past lives you have not expressed yourself to your greatest potential. In this life you are being challenged to use these talents. You have been given a second chance.
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.
27TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left fibula
Sabian Symbol: An ancient pottery bowl filled with violets.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE JUPITER Orb 3°24′ Separating
Good judgment. Taking in the full picture. Speculative thought. Positive thinking. Interest in learning. Teaching.
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 0°19′ Applying
We are seeing our priorirites, taking things seriously, and applying ourselves to important matters. We are drawn to activities that are purposeful and practical. We can be conservative and cautious with our methods, opinions, learning, believing, and communicating. Thoroughness.
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 7°19′ Applying
Your communication skills are highly-developed, but you need to avoid your tendency for talk rather than action. You are being challenged to stop scattering your energy in all directions and put your communication skills to good use.
VENUS
VENUS IN ARIES
You will pursue a partner ardently and hastily, and yet strive for freedom and independence, once you are in an intimate relationship. You like to be the initiator in relationships, and can be aggressive. You may be a spendthrift.
12TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Tongue
Sabian Symbol: A flock of wild geese.
MARS
MARS IN ARIES
You have a strong drive to initiate activities. You are spontaneous and like to take risks, You may also be rash and accident prone. You can be aggressive if thwarted.
20TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Hyoid bone
Sabian Symbol: A young girl feeding birds in winter.
ASPECTS OF MARS
OPPOSITION JUPITER Orb 3°04′ Applying
You feel a pull between your drive to achieve and a need to enjoy yourself. You need to develop self discipline and to curb your impatience.
TRINE SATURN Orb 6°48′ Applying
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.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 2°16′ Applying
You feel the need to express your energy level by taking chances. You are attracted to dangerous sports. You need to learn self discipline by directing that energy into constructive outlets. You have great courage.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 0°56′ Separating
We may be looking for the upper hand and resisting others’ control. Resentments come to the surface.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
23RD DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Suprarenal veins
Sabian Symbol: Chanticleer salutes the rising sun with exuberant tones.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 0°48′ 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°01′ Applying
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 0°52′ Separating
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)
27TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Gluteal muscles
Sabian Symbol: The sculptor’s vision is taking form.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 4°32′ Separating
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 2°51′ Separating
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).
22ND DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cheek muscles
Sabian Symbol: The gate to the garden of desire.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 3°12′ Separating
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)
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).
24TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: An inhabited island.
VESTA
VESTA IN CANCER
You are committed to your family and loved ones, especially when they need you. However, you may withdraw like a crab into your shell if you feel hurt by those closest to you. You enjoy working with those close to you.
21ST DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Inferior pancreatico-duodenal artery
Sabian Symbol: A prima donna singing.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN PISCES
You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.
18TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Extensor muscles of right toes
Sabian Symbol: In a huge tent a famous revivalist conducts his meeting.
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.
7TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left adductor muscle
Sabian Symbol: A veiled prophet of power.
CERES
CERES IN TAURUS
You feel cared for when loved ones give you a sense of stability and security. You like to be touched and stroked and nurtured in practical ways. You also like to show others you care through practical means.
6TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Larynx
Sabian Symbol: A bridge being built across a gorge.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Ascending colon
Sabian Symbol:
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.
4TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Nerves of left foot
Sabian Symbol: Heavy traffic on a narrow isthmus linking two seaside resorts.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Feb 23 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 05°Pi16 -09°34′
Cnj 05°Pi33 DENEB ADIGE Artistic, strong will.
Aspects to Sat 26°Sg24 -22°05′
Cnj 25°Sg58 ACULEUS Enduring attacks but success
Aspects to Ves 20°Cn38 +25°55′
Cnj 20°Cn28 CASTOR To write or create.
Aspects to SNo 03°Pi23 -10°15′
Cnj 04°Pi05 FOMALHAUT *** Success through noble ideals
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