- The Moon is in Sagittarius.
- The Moon is waning and in its Full phase.
- The Full Moon occurred on the 10th in the sign of Scorpio, and the Last Quarter Moon will occur on May 18th.
- Mercury is direct and in its post-retrograde shadow until May 20th.
- Venus is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 18th.
Horoscopes
Aries
Your ruler, Mars, harmonizes with generous Jupiter today, dear Aries, and you’re in a fabulous position to reach out and connect with others, advance towards a cherished goal, benefit through help from others, and learn some truly useful things. A confidence boost occurs now. You are in particularly good shape with studies, communications, and ideas. People seek you out and enjoy your insights, company, and input. Getting active with a partner, even in small ways such as sharing time running errands, can give your relationship a nice boost. You may be pairing up with someone to put an idea into motion now. This can be a time of excitement and increased motivation for your projects or relationships.
Taurus
A Mars-Jupiter connection today supports your efforts to improve, grow, and develop, dear Taurus, particularly with your work, talents, money, and habits. You’re super motivated to improve your health and wellness as well as the enjoyment of your everyday life. You feel that you can accomplish practically anything you set your mind to, and motivation to make more money or enjoy the work you do is on the rise. You may gain the opportunity to put your talents and skills to full use. You have an excellent sense of timing and ability to solve problems right now, and the feeling that you can overcome challenges or obstacles that might normally block your progress is with you.
Gemini
Mars in your sign harmonizes with Jupiter in your creative and romantic sector today, dear Gemini, and you can meet with great success in your relationships, with self-expression, and in your personal life in general now. You can feel particularly motivated to pursue your heart’s desire. Today is excellent for personal energy, creative expression, and personal magnetism. You are in the mood to make things happen, not simply talk about what you want to accomplish. You can feel particularly motivated to pursue a hobby or creative project, meet others, or date. Your confidence and sincerity win admirers now, and you’re likely to receive positive feedback. This is a time for taking the initiative rather than simply waiting for things to happen.
Cancer
With Mars and Jupiter forming a friendly aspect to one another today, dear Cancer, things seem to line up favorably for successful connections and affirmative action that leads to improvements. Great energy is with you today, especially for personal projects, home or family-related pursuits, and activities behind the scenes. You might choose to help someone out, do a good deed, accomplish something significant with family or loved ones, or work on a home project. Feelings about something from your past can prompt you or motivate you to make changes. You can see the way around an obstacle that you once thought was insurmountable.
Leo
Mars in your networking sector harmonizes with Jupiter in your communications zone today, dear Leo, linking these matters in easy, successful ways. Activities with others keep you busy and motivated. Learning with study groups can be beneficial, or you might acquire new knowledge or gain inspiration from groups you connect with now. This is an excellent time for making contact, writing, speaking, sharing, and networking. Opportunities for new projects or connections can emerge now, and you’re making them happen by actively pursuing leads. You can feel especially inspired and interested in putting an idea or plan into motion now.
Virgo
Mars at the top of your chart indicates extra energy and ambition to reach your goals and advance, dear Virgo. Today, you get a boost from Jupiter in your resources sector. There can be a clear connection between the extra effort you’re making and extra income for some of you, or you may be especially resourceful in the work you’re doing, drawing upon your talents to make things happen. Others may notice you for your work or skills. Mars-Jupiter energy stimulates a desire to feel more alive–connected to and energized by the world around you. You may be drawing energy and motivation from the exploration of new methods or subjects. There can be a nice boost from a person who can help you achieve your goals, but for the most part, you are the one who is actively making things happen right now.
Libra
Mars connects harmoniously with Jupiter in your sign today, dear Libra, and you’re looking to break out of the mold or routine through what you learn, what you do, or where you go. You’re particularly courageous and motivated to try new things. Your increased confidence can lead to nice opportunities now. Energy runs high, and you want to take part in activities that take you outside of your usual routine. Plans related to travel, education, or publishing might come together nicely now. You have an expanded vision of what you want to experience or achieve in the future, making it a good time to set goals, although practical details will need your attention later. You have the energy to put into your goals and ideas. Plus, expanding your knowledge or opening yourself up to new experiences can help you feel that you’re developing as a person.
Scorpio
Mars in your intimacy sector harmonizes with Jupiter in your privacy sector today, dear Scorpio, and you’re in an excellent position for making big plans. You’re particularly confident, and you may discover that your inner courage is over the top now. Some of you may be taking an intimate relationship to a new level, and others are learning something powerful about yourself. It’s an excellent time for support, whether it’s of the emotional, mental, or financial variety. You are especially resourceful now, and your desire to improve, grow, and overcome obstacles is great. This can be a time for reaping the rewards of actions you took in the past. If you’ve had a lifestyle change in mind, this can be a time for taking it on. It can also be an excellent time for resolving conflicts with others.
Sagittarius
A Mars-Jupiter connection today boosts your confidence, dear Sagittarius, particularly through activities with others or through a friend or partner. Teamwork can be golden now. It’s an excellent time for promotion and networking. Others are attracted to your sincerity and confidence. Opportunities to advance or reach your goals seem to arise through relationships and contacts right now, making it a good time to put yourself out there. This can happen in a direct way through shared activities or an indirect way through a friend building up your confidence to go after what you want. This is also an excellent time for personal appeal and magnetism. Mars rules your romantic and creative solar fifth house, and Jupiter rules your sign so that whenever Mars and Jupiter form a powerful connection as they do today, creative and romantic opportunities are there for the taking.
Capricorn
Mars in your sector of work, health, and habits gets a nice boost from Jupiter at the top of your solar chart today, dear Capricorn, and actions taken now can open up fantastic opportunities to improve your work, do the work you love, or advance a major goal. You’re especially willing to go the extra mile and put the necessary effort or energy into your pursuits now, increasing your chances of success. You may be seeking out (and finding) more meaning to the work you do or services you provide. Energy and motivation levels soar now. You can feel pumped up about pursuing health or fitness programs or energized to improve your habits and daily routines.
Aquarius
Both Mars and Jupiter are moving in harmony with your sign these days, dear Aquarius, and today, they’re connecting well to one another. This influence can indicate opportunities are emerging for you to express yourself in new and satisfying ways, get creative, make fun connections, travel, learn new things, or even fall in love. You’re feeling more courageous and willing to try new things right now. You can have an exciting new hobby or personal interest, and you’re looking to freshen your mind with new possibilities. If you’ve been thinking about making a move to advance a relationship or trying a new avenue for communicating, then this can be a time you are moved to take action.
Pisces
Mars and Jupiter connect harmoniously today, dear Pisces, suggesting that taking action on a personal, financial, or domestic matter can be rewarding and fruitful. Support on mental, physical, financial, or spiritual levels can be in easier supply, whether you are giving it or receiving it! You are more confident and courageous about getting results, and this attitude contributes greatly to the chances of meeting with success. This can be an intense and active day for intimate relationships, home projects, moving a relationship to a new level, and exploring new ways of relating to people you care about.
*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: May 12 2017 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Sagittarius
Description: The Moon in Sagittarius
This is a time for expanding our mind and experience, exploring new pathways, aiming high, and broadening our horizons. It’s not as strong for detail or routine work. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.
Date & Time: May 12 2017 5:40 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Venus
We are less inhibited and more willing to indulge ourselves. Love and romance can be favorable. Decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth. Love is grand! Affection, love, and romance are in the air.
Date & Time: May 12 2017 11:16 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ura
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Uranus
We can easily find ourselves all wound up and nervous. Unpredictable responses from others (and ourselves). Emotional eruptions are possible. Not a good time to make permanent decisions, particularly about relationships and family/domestic matters.
Date & Time: May 12 2017 1:58 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Mer
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Mercury
What feels right clashes with logic today. What people are saying may be a misrepresentation of their true feelings/emotions. It’s better to think before we speak, or misunderstandings can follow.
Date & Time: May 12 2017 5:08 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Neptune
There can be confusion, misunderstanding, or some level of chaos and uncertainty. Avoid money transactions or new business initiatives – it can be difficult to think clearly. There may be deception or self-deception to deal with. We might have an emotional urge to escape. Feeling out of sorts and don’t know why? Relax and listen to some inspirational music. Honor your need to feed your more refined or spiritual side, and the difficult feelings will soon fade away.
Date & Time: May 12 2017 5:57 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: May 12 2017 6:44 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Mars
We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).
Date & Time: May 12 2017 7:57 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Trine 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: May 12 2017 6:18 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mar Tri Jup
Description: Transiting Mars Trine Transiting Jupiter
This is a beneficial time for anything that requires confidence and energy. You are enterprising and enthusiastic.
Date & Time: May 12 2017 8:56 am
Event: Tr-Tr Jup SSq Nod
Description: Transiting Jupiter SemiSquare Transiting North Node
Destiny brings good fortune right now. Glad tidings come in the form of a person or an event. Make room for this bounty in your life.
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.
TAURUS STRONG
Stable and enduring, strong values, unyielding, earthy, acquisitive, strong desires. Can be stuck, stubborn, overly possessive, self-indulgent.
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE STRONG
Fire is enthusiastic, dynamic, and spontaneous, but lacks reflection. We are more courageous and adventurous now, with a tendency to act before thinking. There is little concern about what happened in the past. We are competitive and possibly impatient or bored easily.
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.
LUNAR PHASE: FULL MOON
Moon 180 to 135 degrees behind the Sun.
We are concerned mainly with the nature of relationships and are made aware of recent imbalances. Something can come to fruition. Our concern is not limited to personal relationships, but relationships of all kinds. Our cards are on the table.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on May 12th:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected, or will perfect, in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours, so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN SAGITTARIUS
This is a time for expanding our mind and experience, exploring new pathways, aiming high, and broadening our horizons. It’s not as strong for detail or routine work. There can be restlessness, courage, and spontaneity now.
12TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A flag that turns into an eagle that crows.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE VENUS Orb 2°56′ Separating
We tend to seek out harmony, balance, and beauty. Love, romance, decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth, but there could also be some appeasement, tact, and diplomacy.
OPPOSITION MARS Orb 3°08′ Applying
We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 2°57′ 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.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 2°32′ Applying
We may feel a need to escape or to rewrite our lives in various ways – by seeing what we want to see, for example. This is a short time in which there can be lack of clarity. Emotional and physical sensitivity.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN TAURUS
You are a reliable and solid individual. You have a strong need for stable routine and security. You can be stubborn. Others can rely on your down-to-earth nature.
23RD DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Teeth
Sabian Symbol: A jewellery shop filled with the most magnificent jewels.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
TRINE PLUTO Orb 2°49′ Separating
You are a powerful person with strong leadership abilities. You know when to be assertive and when to compromise. You are able to apply yourself to the job at hand.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN ARIES
You are an independent thinker. You talk quickly, and like to think up new ideas. You may experience flashes of intuition.
28TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Fornix/parietal and occipital bones
Sabian Symbol: A large disappointed audience.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE SATURN Orb 0°33′ Separating
We are cautious, careful, tuned in to details, and rely on common sense at this time.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 1°16′ Separating
You have an incisive and ingenious mind. Your thoughts and speech are erratic and inventive. You enjoy progressive topics. Your opinions may be ahead of your time.
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.
9TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Lens of eye
Sabian Symbol: A crystal gazer.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
OPPOSITION JUPITER Orb 5°54′ Applying
You are a social climber. You grapple with extravagance, wastefulness and a child-like expectancy that someone will come to your rescue. Your conflict is that you have become dependent on other people and have forgotten how to stand on your own. The lesson is moderation.
MARS
MARS IN GEMINI
You like to initiate ideas and spread information. You are assertive, although you can resort to evasive behaviour.
15TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Scapulae
Sabian Symbol: Two dutch children talking.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE JUPITER Orb 0°10′ Separating
You are enthusiastic with an endless source of energy. You could direct your energy to achievement in sports, politics or travel.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 0°36′ Separating
This is a time for resting, escaping, or taking a break as we reconsider our needs. We might temporarily lose focus or direction.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
15TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Right inguinal lymph nodes
Sabian Symbol: Circular paths.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°25′ Applying
You feel a call to serve others perhaps through a profession or through religion. You will need to learn what is reasonable to do for others, and what is over stepping the boundary of your responsibility.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 4°54′ Separating
You will need to learn to have confidence in yourself even when life deals you a few blows. You range from over confident to completely lacking in confidence. The truth lies somewhere in between.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014, to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015, to December 20, 2017)
27TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Gluteal muscles
Sabian Symbol: The sculptor’s vision is taking form.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 0°42′ 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°03′ 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).
27TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Fornix/frontal bone
Sabian Symbol: Through imagination, a lost opportunity is regained.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)
14TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right cutaneous veins
Sabian Symbol: A lady in fox fur.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).
20TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Tendons of right knee
Sabian Symbol: A hidden choir singing.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).
28TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Phalanges of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A fertile garden under the full moon.
VESTA
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.
4TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left carotid artery
Sabian Symbol: A man formally dressed and a deer with its horns folded (hanging on a club-house wall).
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.
16TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Pons
Sabian Symbol: Dancing in the setting sun.
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.
19TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of left knee
Sabian Symbol: A child of about five with a huge shopping bag.
CERES
CERES IN GEMINI
You like those close to you to share their feelings and thoughts and to listen to you. You share information with your loved ones to show them you care. You will suffer when others refuse to talk.
6TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Lower left pulmonary lobe
Sabian Symbol: Drilling for oil.
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.
30TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Back
Sabian Symbol: An unsealed letter.
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.
30TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Connections in lower leg
Sabian Symbol: Moon-lit fields, once Babylon, are blooming white.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits May 12, 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Saturn 26°Sg45 -22°01′
Cnj 25°Sg58 ACULEUS Enduring attacks but success
Aspects to Pallas 15°Ar13 +00°57′
Cnj 14°Ar32 ALPHERATZ Wanting freedom and movement.
Aspects to Node 29°Le20 +11°41′
Cnj 00°Vi04 REGULUS*** Majestic, success, (revenge)
Aspects to Black Moon 09°Sg49 -16°54′
Cnj 10°Sg00 ANTARES *** Success which can be obsessive
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