- The Moon is in Taurus.
- The Moon is void from 3:08 PM forward (until 8:15 AM tomorrow).
- The Moon is waning and in its Waning Crescent phase.
- The Last Quarter Moon occurred on the 18th and the New Moon will occur tomorrow.
Horoscopes
Aries
Built-up resentments can emerge in disruptive or subtle ways again today, dear Aries, and it’s a good idea to recognize this and resolve not to let them drive your behavior. You may not feel particularly confident about your plans, or you may become frustrated with what you don’t know, feeling a little in the dark and wishing for clarity. Let time tell and do your best to avoid going to extremes. With a New Moon occurring tomorrow, pushing the reset button in some areas of your life, today is better left to winding down, tying up loose ends, and avoiding all-new endeavors. Aim to let go of those things that weigh you down.
Taurus
Try not to allow yourself to feel pressured to make snap decisions today, dear Taurus. It’s not the best time for clarity. As well, with Pluto in challenging aspect these days, fear may be behind pressures, stress, and actions. You may feel that others are holding something back from you, or you might be frustrated about being in the dark about a matter, but it’s a good idea to draw upon your patience and ride things out. You’ll learn more if you relax and observe rather than push, prod, and full-on investigate a matter. It’s particularly important to aim to understand yourself today with a New Moon occurring tomorrow in your sign. Concentrate on ridding yourself of attitudes that have been holding you back from personal success — aim to lighten your load.
Gemini
Don’t be your worst enemy today, dear Gemini, as can be the inclination with Pluto in challenging aspect to the Sun and moving into difficult aspect with Venus as well. You may be sabotaging the very things you feel you want the most with controlling or compulsive behavior today. Identify these things so that you can work on eliminating the fears that drive this kind of behavior. Avoid extremes and showiness now for best results, and be patient that things will unfold as they should. With the Moon waning and a New Moon set to occur tomorrow, today is actually good for letting go of resentment or situations that aren’t serving you well. It’s also wise to concentrate on finishing things up rather than beginning new things.
Cancer
Again today, there can be a tendency for compulsive behavior if stress is left unchecked, dear Cancer, with Pluto forming a challenging aspect to the Sun and moving towards a square to Venus. Watch for a perfectionist attitude or going to extremes to make something work for you when it may be better to enjoy what you already have. The tendency can be to make life more difficult than it need be when a simpler, easier path is available. You might want to avoid confrontations until you know where you truly stand on the issue. While it can be hard to detach yourself from others’ behaviors, it may be better to avoid getting all wound up now. Today is the day before the New Moon, making it most appropriate to think and process instead of push yourself forward.
Leo
It’s important to aim to be flexible today, dear Leo, although it can be difficult at times to do so with the influences of the day. The tendency to focus on the mistakes or troubles of the past should be avoided now unless you aim to let go of them and move on. In fact, if you can do so, all the better, as the Moon is Balsamic and what we let go of now has more chance of staying in our past. Keep in mind that with Pluto heavy in the air today and tomorrow, we may feel pressured and feel that we have to do something quickly when patience would probably serve us better. Consider that you may be inclined to make more of a matter than it is. Also consider what you may need to leave behind so that you can go forward with new energy, particularly in your career and with your reputation, after the New Moon tomorrow.
Virgo
You can feel particularly frustrated about things that seem beyond your control today, dear Virgo. Such is often the case when Pluto is forming challenging aspects as it is today, and the tendency may be to overcompensate by attempting to control people or situations around you. Of course, this doesn’t resolve much, if anything, so decide to make changes going forward, but don’t put all the pressure to do so all at once. Because a New Moon will occur tomorrow, it’s particularly appropriate to wind down rather than wind yourself up today. Tying up loose ends and otherwise freeing yourself of excess baggage is a good idea to clear the way for new beginnings. Reflection on recent events and processing of feelings can come in handy, too.
Libra
There continues to be somewhat challenging energy to deal with today, dear Libra, particularly if you’ve been accumulating resentment or emotional slush and it’s looking for ways to release itself! This is due to a series of challenging Pluto aspects that remind us of matter that we haven’t dealt with, but that nevertheless exists – and may very well be driving our behavior in subtly self-destructive ways. When Pluto is misbehaving, we may be tempted to oversee or over-control people and situations, when this won’t resolve anything. Watch out for this behavior. In the coming weeks with a New Moon occurring tomorrow, you may be saying goodbye to a bad habit or getting a little closer to understanding a partner or yourself. Today, on this day before the New Moon, squeeze in time to process and reflect rather than push yourself. Your next steps will come to you intuitively and more naturally if you aim to clear your head.
Scorpio
With Pluto, your ruler, involved in further challenging aspects today and tomorrow, dear Scorpio, it’s all too easy to work yourself up about things that you can’t truly control. You may feel that you’re out of the loop or in the dark about a matter, and this can be frustrating. However, you may need to let go of the idea that you “need” to know, as this drive can cause you more frustration than is necessary. If others are being difficult, try your best to detach yourself from this behavior. Resentments tend to surface, but it can take some time to get to their root, so don’t push yourself to find answers immediately. With a New Moon occurring tomorrow, it’s particularly useful to wind down and let go. We are symbolically in the dark today, so it makes sense to put off new beginnings and instead focus on letting go of attitudes or attachments that are dragging you down.
Sagittarius
Again today, there is a tendency to allow fear of losing control or of being out of the loop to interfere with your enjoyment of the day, dear Sagittarius, particularly with your relationships. Do your best to let go of the tendency to become all wound up about your practical affairs. If you have the energy, time, and opportunity to make changes that improve your life, do so, but avoid worrying too hard about what you can’t truly control. Take advantage of the added power you have now on this day before the New Moon to let go of those things and attitudes that are no longer serving you well, but take it easy, too, and reflect on which areas of life need improvement. Setting goals related to work and health is appropriate in the coming days.
Capricorn
The Moon is Balsamic today, dear Capricorn, and this means that you are best off pacing yourself and striving for balance. Tomorrow’s New Moon will clear the slate for new beginnings on romantic or creative fronts, igniting a boost of confidence. Today, take extra time for reflection and for finishing up projects or letting go of tensions that might interfere with your New Moon goals. Winding down isn’t particularly easy, however, with Pluto energy continuing to dominate. Watch for hanging on too tightly to attitudes or methods that are, in fact, bringing you down. Control is very often an illusion, and the more you attempt to get it, the more you lose your freedom to be yourself and enjoy your life.
Aquarius
Again today, there can be some tendency to act compulsively if you’re not aware of what’s making you tense or if you’re not on top of things, dear Aquarius. There can be a slight feeling of being excluded or you may be feeling hesitant about enjoying yourself due to guilt. Today is important for considering those things, including attitudes, that are no longer serving you well, and putting them behind you. You might plan to put projects to rest or to the side if they can wait and if they will interfere with getting the rest and regeneration you need in the coming days and possibly weeks. Reconnecting with your need for familiarity, comfort, and security is important now. Wait until at least a couple of days after the New Moon tomorrow to begin all-new projects.
Pisces
There can be some tensions again today related to your social life, a new venture, or a friendship, dear Pisces. You can feel a little distracted as a result. When emotions are suppressed, you might act compulsively, and it’s important to be aware of this so that you avoid taking regrettable actions. Second-guess sudden strong compulsions, in other words! Watch for taking on so many things that you feel overwhelmed today with a New Moon occurring tomorrow — it’s a good time for reflection rather than taking action on new endeavors. If you need to bring something to an end, such as a bad habit, then this is a good time for doing so.
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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 24 2017 0:00 am
Event: Moon in 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: May 24 2017 3:08 pm
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: May 24 2017 2:21 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Sat
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Saturn
We could feel burdened, restricted, or limited during this brief influence. We could be feeling a little down on ourselves, excluded, or lonely. There can be some awkwardness or stiffness and difficulty showing affection and feelings. Patience is a virtue right now; otherwise we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness. All good things come to those who wait.
Date & Time: May 24 2017 5:49 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Chi
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Chiron
Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: May 24 2017 6:23 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Jupiter
Watch for moody decisions and excesses now.
Date & Time: May 24 2017 7:12 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Neptune
This is a feel-good time if we allow ourselves to relax and tune into the subtle aspects of life – art, nature, beauty, dreams, and spiritual realms. We absorb things easily, our senses are in good form, and we more naturally accept things and people as they are. There is no need to look for definite answers right now.
Date & Time: May 24 2017 7:40 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Mercury
Date & Time: May 24 2017 10:55 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting North Node
Date & Time: May 24 2017 12:55 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Juno
We can gain strength through others or through our relationships, and we are especially comfortable in one-on-one situations.
Date & Time: May 24 2017 3:08 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Pluto
This can be a good time for getting loans, for taking care of business, and for dealing with money matters. It’s also good for getting in touch with feelings and managing them effectively. There can be a boost to our intimate life, creative impulses, and self-understanding. Events occurring now might involve some kind of karmic repayment or benefit. We could discover new information, hidden information, or a lost item. This is a time for recycling – seeing new uses for old items. True feelings come to the surface.
Date & Time: May 24 2017 11:15 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Sqq Plu
Description: Transiting Sun SesquiSquare Transiting Pluto
We may be tempted to control or manipulate events and people.
Date & Time: May 24 2017 4:06 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Cpl Jun
Description: Transiting Venus ContraParallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: May 24 2017 7:14 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Chi Qnx Nod
Description: Transiting Chiron Quincunx Transiting North Node
Right now keep an open mind and heart so that you are sensitive to the cycles of the universe and ready to receive information about your true purpose in 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.
GEMINI STRONG
Agile, versatile, inquisitive, flowing, conversational, airy, many ideas. Can be volatile, superficial, changeable, restless and inconsistent.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
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 in this chart.
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 (EDT) on May 24th:
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 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.
18TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Lymph vessels
Sabian Symbol: A woman airing a linen bag through a sunny window.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 7°55′ Separating
We are speaking with feeling or intellectualizing our feelings. We express feelings and thoughts with clarity. We are busy, alert, curious, and communicative. This can be an excellent time for cooperative projects. Ideas flow freely and surface spontaneously.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 1°59′ Applying
We can be quite focused now, driven by our goals and ambitions and motivated to put problems behind us. We might happily pour ourselves into a current passion or interest, and could find it easy to get to the bottom of things.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN GEMINI
You are curious, communicative, versatile and talkative. You may be unreliable and evasive.
4TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Lower right pulmonary lobe
Sabian Symbol: Holly and mistletoe bring christmas spirit to a home.
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.
10TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Cervical veins
Sabian Symbol: A red cross nurse.
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.
19TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Corpus callosum cerebri
Sabian Symbol: The magic carpet.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
OPPOSITION JUPITER Orb 4°36′ 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.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 8°26′ Applying
You are determined to be recognised as an individual within your personal relationships. You will not allow anyone to curb your sense of freedom. You tend to get bored and restless in traditional relationships. You want fun, spontaneity and intellectual stimulation from your partners.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 0°54′ 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.
23RD DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Head of the humerus
Sabian Symbol: Three fledglings in a nest high in a tree.
ASPECTS OF MARS
OPPOSITION SATURN Orb 3°24′ 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.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 5°36′ Applying
You have difficulty being assertive. You fear that your requests will be met with anger, or you may fear your own anger. You may have a short fuse as you are easily hurt. You need to develop a strong sense of self worth and learn to honor your own way of doing things. You may also need to reassess your personal desires.
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°31′ 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°36′ 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°12′ 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.
8TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Inferior vena cava
Sabian Symbol: A bolshevik propagandist.
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.
20TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Hyoid bone
Sabian Symbol: A young girl feeding birds in winter.
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.
11TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Thymus gland
Sabian Symbol: Newly opened lands offer virgin realms of experience.
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 24, 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Mar 22°Ge38 +24°03′
Cnj 22°Ge05 CAPELLA Love of movement
Cnj 22°Ge23 PHACT To quest adventure.
Aspects to Sat 26°Sg02 -22°00′
Cnj 25°Sg58 ACULEUS Enduring attacks but success
Aspects to Jun 17°Cp43 -05°31′
Cnj 16°Cp52 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Cer 10°Ge19 +20°57′
Cnj 10°Ge01 ALDEBARAN *** Success through integrity
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