- The Moon is in Pisces until 6:10 AM, after which the Moon is in Aries.
- The Moon is void until 6:10 AM (since last night at 11:39 PM)
- The Moon is waning and in its Last Quarter phase.
- The Last Quarter Moon occurred on the 18th and the New Moon will occur on May 25th.
- The Sun spends its first full day in Gemini (the Sun is in Gemini May 20-June 21).
Horoscopes
Aries
With the Moon’s move into your sign this morning, dear Aries, you can feel as if you’re coming alive. You’re likely to crave responses from others, but you’re in a rather solo, independent mood just as well. With a Mercury-Mars minor challenge today, watch for impatient purchases, moves, and communications. As well, it can be all too easy to hurt someone’s feelings with unintentionally cutting words. For example, you might intellectualize something that another person takes to heart. You can be excited about new ideas, but the tricky part is following through, which is less exciting to you right now!
Taurus
The Moon moves into your privacy sector this morning, dear Taurus, and this is a sign that it’s time to retreat, relax, and renew yourself emotionally before the new lunar cycle begins for you on Tuesday morning. It can be quite easy to get lost in your own world today. Some form of retreat can be in order if you can manage it. Aim to channel excess energies into a business project or some other practical endeavor that will truly make life easier, but watch for impatience and impulsiveness now. You can feel a great urge to get things done, but you might feel that you’re required to move far more quickly than you feel up to. Because of pressures and your mindset, you may be a little stern or unwittingly insensitive in your communications.
Gemini
The Moon harmonizes with the Sun in your sign this morning, dear Gemini, and you’re in great shape for gaining others’ cooperation or for simply enjoying friends, good company, or making exciting plans for the future. However, there can be some distractions later today, and possibly hurt feelings as well. While attention to these frustrations is fine, try not to pass by opportunities to move your life forward in more practical ways. Also keep in mind that there’s a mismatch with what you think and what you do now, which can give off all the wrong signals. To avoid getting yourself into a tricky situation, make sure you know what you want to convey before communicating too quickly.
Cancer
The Moon’s move to the top of your solar chart this morning has the effect of making you particularly sensitive to and aware of your performance, responsibilities, and image, dear Cancer. This can be pleasant on one hand as you aim to take care of business and feel up to the task, but on the other, you may feel a bit like you’re under a microscope. Later today, watch for crankiness or too-direct conversations with friends. Impatience or eagerness can lead to uncomfortable situations. There can be a rather persistent call to daydream, reminisce, or otherwise mentally float away from the tasks at hand, yet an eagerness to put something behind you. Focus will return eventually and trying to push too hard could leave you behind even further.
Leo
The Moon’s move into your adventure sector this morning is a bright one, dear Leo, as it tends to lift you out of yourself and your mind to the larger picture. You’ll be seeking out more spirited activities than usual and interesting topics to explore today and tomorrow. A Mercury-Mars aspect today can point to eagerness that may border on impatience. Be especially mindful of how you express yourself, particularly in professional or public settings, as you may come across quite curtly without meaning to. However, if something needs to be said, this may be a way of finally putting it out there. Just be sure that you are clear on what you want to convey and that your body language and words match.
Virgo
The Moon moves into your solar eighth house this morning, dear Virgo, and you’re taking life just a little more seriously than usual. This morning is particularly good for a sense of mission and priorities. You might also find that others are cooperating or supporting your efforts without a struggle. Later today, however, interactions with others can become tricky as there is a tendency to shoot from the hip with observations and criticisms. Think before communicating for best results, and also consider that your actions and thoughts may not be in sync. You might also experience a tendency to become frustrated or aggravated by small problems and flaws quickly. Look for an anchor, whether it’s a person, place, focal point, or a favorite activity. With this in place, you can accomplish much.
Libra
The Moon moves into your partnership zone this morning, dear Libra, and you may be feeling considerably more sociable. You’re also more companionable as your attention and focus shift away from problem areas in your everyday life. Even so, there can be some trickiness with communications later today. You may feel goaded, or someone feels you’re not expressing yourself consistently. You could be feeling especially enthusiastic about a project or personal interest that you aim to pursue further, but circumstances may be such that you are taken on different paths. It may be that you can’t focus or get completely comfortable, which disrupts your flow. There can be a general feeling of discontent around you, and some of it could be originating within you, so be honest with yourself. It may be that you simply need to rethink your situation.
Scorpio
The Moon moves into your work and routines sector this morning, dear Scorpio, and the primary key to emotional satisfaction today and tomorrow is to set some details of your life straight. There can be a smooth flow of energy in the morning for doing so, but later today, however, watch for impatience. Your anxiousness to put an idea into motion or to take action may be a little premature, or you don’t have all the details you need quite yet. You might also be connecting with people who are mentally aggressive, and while you may be annoyed, if you take a step back, something that’s said can jump-start thinking that can ultimately help you out. Avoid pressuring or distracting yourself. If you just can’t seem to settle into an activity, wait for your heart to get into it.
Sagittarius
With the Moon’s move into your creative sector this morning, dear Sagittarius, you’re in a great position to express your unique traits and enjoy yourself. You’re in good shape dealing with others who seem to cooperate readily in the early part of the day. However, as the day advances, this can change somewhat. Patience may be missing once attention is divided. Your mind may be on your work or practical problems, but your body language is saying something different. While there can be some problems with misunderstandings, sometimes a conflict helps to take a relationship to a new level, as it’s better than sweeping a matter under the rug.
Capricorn
The Moon moves to the bottom of your solar chart this morning, dear Capricorn, to spend a couple of days reminding you of the benefits of seeking out a little more comfort, safety, and belonging. This is a good time for staying within your comfort zone. Although there’s a lot of talk about moving outside of these zones, sometimes you need to get cozy and the Moon in your home sector each month is one of those times. While you can experience quite a bit of eagerness to get things done, particularly related to your work or health regimes, your mind can be distracted. It’s not likely to be the most productive of days on a mundane level despite good intentions, but you may very well need to unwind a little to gather your strength for busier days to come.
Aquarius
The Moon moves into your communications zone this morning, dear Aquarius, and this can serve to pique your curiosity and highlight your need for more connections to the world around you. You’re seeking out some variety and mental stimulation. Later today, however, there can be some excess nervous energy to contend with as a Mercury-Mars connection draws attention to the differences between what you want and what you think. Pouring excess energy into a satisfying project may be an answer to nervousness or restlessness as long as you can tame the tendency for your mind to wander. Be aware of a tendency to speak too soon or too quickly and misrepresenting yourself in the process.
Pisces
The Moon finishes its transit of your sign this morning and moves into your resources sector, dear Pisces. This is a good time to take stock of what you have and what you may need. This morning supports your need to get comfortable. You tend to gain the cooperation of family or housemates easily or you find good channels for unwinding. However, there can be some tension as the day advances as what you think you should do and what you want to do seem to be two very different things. Something might be said that touches a nerve. Ultimately, it can lead to growth, so aim to find the lesson in whatever goes down now. Avoid rushing through something that would do best with a slower more measured approach.
*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:
Event: Moon enters 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: May 21 2017 2:56 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Chiron
There can be events or memories that trigger feelings of rejection or loss. There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ plights. We are more emotionally present and involved, but also quite vulnerable. Synchronicity is a feature of our daily lives now. Tune in and enjoy the spiritual signposts.
Date & Time: May 21 2017 3:55 am
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: May 21 2017 4:15 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Chi
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Chiron
Date & Time: May 21 2017 6:10 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Ari
Description: Transiting Moon Entering 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: May 21 2017 7:11 am
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: May 21 2017 11:57 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Pal
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Pallas
Date & Time: May 21 2017 5:07 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Vesta
We can derive a nice feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment from tending to our responsibilities, work, or other commitment. We are more able to make sacrifices or put our emotions aside in order to get something important done. Alternatively, we can bring more sensitivity to our practical affairs. This can be a good time to commit fully to something – especially health and healing matters. It’s also a strong time for taking care of domestic matters.
Date & Time: May 21 2017 10:05 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Ceres
We can be feeling pleasantly attached to, or supported by, our loved ones or family. We are seeking out security, nurturing, and warmth, and we are more likely to express these things towards others.
Date & Time: May 21 2017 3:31 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer SSq Mar
Description: Transiting Mercury SemiSquare Transiting Mars
Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is likely, but may go a little too far. Impulsive speech or other communications. Mechanical breakdowns are possible.
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.
GEMINI STRONG
Agile, versatile, inquisitive, flowing, conversational, airy, many ideas. Can be volatile, superficial, changeable, restless and inconsistent.
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
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
LUNAR PHASE: THIRD QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 45 degrees behind the Sun.
We have strong beliefs and are likely to put them into action. We have the wisdom to know when to act, but sometimes can be inflexible.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on May 21st:
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.
4TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Pineal Gland
Sabian Symbol: Two lovers strolling through a secluded walk.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SEXTILE THE SUN Orb 2°34′ Separating
This is a harmonious time. People are more cooperative and supportive than usual. Things seem to flow more easily, and confidence is natural.
CONJUNCTION CHIRON Orb 5°12′ Separating
This is a time when we may be taking care of others, sympathetic to their needs, and aware of our own vulnerabilities as well. There can be events or memories that trigger feelings of rejection or loss. There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ plights. We are more emotionally present and involved, but also quite vulnerable.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN GEMINI
You are curious, communicative, versatile and talkative. You may be unreliable and evasive.
1ST DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Trachea
Sabian Symbol: A glass-bottomed boat drifts over under-sea wonders.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 2°37′ Separating
You will be able to help others with your ability to understand their pain.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN TAURUS
You place importance on traditional knowledge. You learn in a slow, methodical and hands-on manner. You stick to old ideas and may fear having to learn anything new.
6TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Larynx
Sabian Symbol: A bridge being built across a gorge.
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.
16TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Pons
Sabian Symbol: Dancing in the setting sun.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
OPPOSITION JUPITER Orb 1°51′ Separating
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.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 3°33′ Applying
Perception of value is skewed by fear or desire. There can be envy, jealousy, and manipulation now. Issues of over-attachment can arise. There can be difficulties controlling desires in relationships.
MARS
MARS IN GEMINI
You like to initiate ideas and spread information. You are assertive, although you can resort to evasive behaviour.
21ST DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Arm muscles
Sabian Symbol: A labor demonstration.
ASPECTS OF MARS
OPPOSITION SATURN Orb 5°36′ Applying
You are pulled between expressing your energy and holding it back. Sometimes you are assertive and other times you can’t be bothered. This may stem from your childhood when a father figure restricted your independence. Your goal is to blend the two energies so that you can then achieve success from self discipline.
QUINCUNX PLUTO Orb 1°27′ Separating
Resentment, competitive feelings, or anger may be operating just under the surface, and it can be difficult to know why, or to find satisfying ways to manage it.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
14TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Left inguinal lymph nodes
Sabian Symbol: A noon siesta.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°19′ Separating
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.
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°16′ 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 1°55′ 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)
15TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left cutaneous veins
Sabian Symbol: An officer preparing to drill his men.
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).
29TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Toenails of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A prism.
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.
7TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left coronary vein
Sabian Symbol: The constellations in the sky.
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.
19TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Corpus callosum cerebri
Sabian Symbol: The magic carpet.
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.
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.
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.
10TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Hilum of lungs
Sabian Symbol: Aeroplane, after a nose-dive, rights itself gracefully
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.
29TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Atrioventricular septum
Sabian Symbol: A mermaid emerges from the ocean.
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.
29TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibia
Sabian Symbol: Butterfly emerging from a chrysalis.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits May 21, 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 00°Ge46 +20°18′
Cnj 00°Ge13 ALCYONE Mystical but judgmental.
Aspects to Mars 20°Ge37 +23°54′
Cnj 21°Ge10 BELLATRIX ** Success through the Shadow.
Aspects to Saturn 26°Sg14 -22°00′
Cnj 25°Sg58 ACULEUS Enduring attacks but success
Aspects to Ceres 09°Ge04 +20°40′
Cnj 10°Ge01 ALDEBARAN *** Success through integrity
Aspects to Black Moon 10°Sg49 -17°04′
Cnj 10°Sg00 ANTARES *** Success which can be obsessive
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