- The Moon is in Sagittarius.
- The Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurred yesterday, and a Full Moon will occur on September 6th.
- Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from August 12-September 5).
Horoscopes
Aries
With the Moon and Saturn joining forces this morning, dear Aries, you come back down to earth. This is a great time for learning practical skills that will help you for years to come, so look for the lesson today! Your ideas and advice are well-received. You may feel a little deflated with this Moon-Saturn meet-up, but not for very long, as the Moon in fellow Fire sign, Sagittarius, brings pick-me-up energy to your life, particularly as it’s also harmonizing with Mars and Jupiter. You’re experiencing more faith in a relationship or confidence about relationship choices, and you’re in great shape creatively speaking. The sharing of opinions flows well today. There is building enthusiasm about your future. Tonight, you receive a pleasant jolt of psychic energy as your imagination opens and you have a glimpse of where you want to go.
Taurus
The big plans of yesterday may need to come down to earth today, dear Taurus, as the Moon has its monthly meet-up with realistic Saturn. Even so, you’re likely to feel quite satisfied with the realism now as you are in a better position to make healthy choices and decisions. You are learning to take more responsibility for your life on the deepest of levels with Saturn in your solar eighth house until December, and kicking bad habits or controlling negative impulses can be part of this. Today, you can find ways to organize or sort your finances or do something productive, mature, and growth-oriented that impresses Saturn! As the day advances, you can become all fired up about an intimate relationship or project — in a good way. You’re ready to take on a challenge and solve a puzzle.
Gemini
The Moon’s monthly alignment with Saturn occurs this morning, dear Gemini, and others may be reminding you of your responsibilities, or you are taking a relationship quite seriously. While this serious mood can be a little deflating at first, it can feel good to be seeing things clearly. You have a more realistic view of a person or relationship in your life, and this helps you build true confidence — that is, confidence based on the truth. Being there for someone in need can give you a wonderful feeling now. Your willingness to make some personal sacrifices to accommodate others doesn’t go unnoticed. As the day advances, you’re in particularly good shape for harmonizing with others. Creative ideas can come from a collaboration, or you can solve a few problems with someone special.
Cancer
This is another day for optimism and faith, dear Cancer, but today’s is more grounded and realistic. Life is simpler this way, although the Moon’s alignment with Saturn this morning may feel a little bit sobering at first. Take advantage of this energy for seeing a work project more clearly or for organizing or sorting through areas of your home or work. You can be especially willing to put things in order, resolve problems, and get to the bottom of matters. You might stumble upon information about a program for improving your health. A nice flow of energy is with you for accomplishing your work and fulfilling responsibilities with less effort than usual. This can be a fine time to recognize which daily habits can stand improving and to consider ways to reduce stress.
Leo
The morning is excellent for getting something just right along creative or romantic lines, dear Leo. The Moon has its monthly meet-up with Saturn, and this encourages you to be productive, to sort something out, or to get organized. Interactions can be on the serious side, and you might welcome a serious conversation now, or you may be bringing more structure to a creative project or idea. You’re thorough, and this feels good, boosting your confidence. Focus on strengthening your plans and ties now. As the day advances, you’re loosening up and tuning into your intuition. People understand your ideas, perspective, and beliefs, and you’re likely to feel quite rejuvenated.
Virgo
Today finds you more introspective or retiring than usual, dear Virgo, and you can benefit from some time to yourself away from pressures and in better touch with yourself. Mind you, the Moon aligns with Saturn this morning, pointing to the need to bring more structure and order to your life or simply to your home. This is a great time for sorting out problems. While yesterday may have been a time for big ideas, filling in the details can be satisfying now. You appreciate the realism today. Once your responsibilities are handled, give yourself the chance to recoup and gather strength. Later today, you’ll want to be a little more active and hands-on. You can enjoy original thinking about a financial or family-related matter.
Libra
You can enjoy some reprieve from recent tensions, dear Libra, as well as emotional ups and downs. The Moon has its monthly meet-up with Saturn this morning, and asks you to do the mature thing, sort something out, or fulfill an obligation. This is a reminder that you won’t be able to get much accomplished if you don’t take good care of your mind and spirit. You could feel alone in your decision-making this morning, but once this is out of the way, you learn to be more self-reliant which boosts your confidence in the long run. Alternatively, this can be a time of practical study or application, or of instructive conversations. As the day advances, you feel more innovative and enterprising. It’s a time for sharing your ideas and enjoying the process.
Scorpio
The Moon has its monthly meeting with Saturn today, dear Scorpio, and this morning has a down-to-earth feel as a result. While you’ve been entertaining lofty ideas and expectations, you benefit now from a more realistic approach, or you could thoroughly enjoy fleshing out the details of a plan. Earthy, grounding activities are favored all day, as these things turn your attention to the present, reminding you of the value of what you already have. Good advice about money may be circulating, or you can hash things out with someone and come up with useful strategies for taking care of business. The day becomes more spirited as it advances, although still quieter than most days. Clever ideas for making money or repurposing items and projects can come to you now. You can feel particularly enthusiastic about your work.
Sagittarius
The Moon is in your sign all day, dear Sagittarius, and the major theme is your emotions, as they demand your attention! You’re seeking feedback and acknowledgment now. While this transit fires you up, the Moon aligns with Saturn this morning, bringing some soberness to the equation, and you’re coming down from a day of too-high expectations. This doesn’t have to feel like a hangover. In fact, you may relish the idea that you now see things more clearly. It’s a good time to think up plans based on a realistic assessment of what can be done. As well, as the day progresses, you benefit from some supportive Moon aspects that point to satisfying interactions with friends, networks, or groups, and opportunities to share your ideas and learn something useful. This is a fine day to share a little of your expertise.
Capricorn
The Moon spends another day in your solar twelfth house, dear Capricorn, and you tend to want to retreat, escape, or take a break from the demands of everyday life. Even if you’re among others, you may be keeping significant parts of you to yourself. This will change when the Moon moves into your sign early tomorrow, but you’re in need of some extra rest today. The Moon aligns with your ruler, Saturn, this morning, and this can turn your thoughts towards serious matters. Assessing areas of your life that are no longer working for you can be in focus. Efforts to help others can bring intrinsic rewards now. The realism of the morning is grounding, even if it feels a little deflating for a few moments. As the day advances, you feel more purposeful and readily find outlets for expressing your feelings.
Aquarius
You’re ready to put your emotions aside in order to get things done this morning, dear Aquarius. If a project comes under question, try to take it as a challenge. While you may be waiting for others to sense what you want or need, it’s better to express yourself directly or wait until later today when people are more receptive. You can come to a healthy balance between optimism and realism today. Decisions are easier as a result, and so are relationships! People understand boundaries quite intuitively at the moment. Friendships and other casual relationships are in focus. Sharing ideas is fun rather than a lesson in frustration. You can be on the same wavelength as a friend or associate later today. Even with Mercury’s retrograde, there can be a smooth flow in your interactions. You might have begun the day with a larger sense of your responsibilities, but the odds are in your favor for putting something behind you.
Pisces
You may be feeling more driven or ambitious than usual today, dear Pisces, with the Moon at the top of your solar chart and a strong sense that others are noticing what you’re doing. Your senses are apt to be correct! While you can feel a little guarded, this is a good time to get yourself back on track. You find it easier to take a lesson from recent ups and downs and apply yourself more deliberately. The Moon aligns with Saturn this morning, and you can definitely feel the weight of your duties, or you receive a reminder of what needs to be done. Later today, you’re likely to bring an excellent spirit of enterprise and innovation to your business, public life, leadership, or practical affairs. You can gain meaningful insight into others’ motivations or benefit from developing a strategy for pursuing your goals.
* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here.
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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: Aug 30 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: Aug 30 2017 8:26 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ven
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Venus
We can feel a little out of sorts. Our needs for pleasure, love, or entertainment may be at odds with our needs for comfort and familiarity, and we can be on the fence about what to do next. Overspending or overeating is possible.
Date & Time: Aug 30 2017 9:29 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Vesta
We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.
Date & Time: Aug 30 2017 9:42 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Ceres
Date & Time: Aug 30 2017 10:31 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Saturn
There can be stronger awareness of our responsibilities, or new responsibilities fall into our laps. Emotions may be cooled, and we can appear to be unsympathetic. A time for making lists. Emotional matters may not fare very well. There can be some loneliness or starkness felt. An auspicious time for projects demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: Aug 30 2017 11:38 am
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: Aug 30 2017 4:29 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting North Node
A good time for dealing with the public, for making connections, and for taking positive steps towards a personal or professional goal. You are able to make changes. This is a feel-good time for embracing new opportunities.
Date & Time: Aug 30 2017 7:29 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Ven
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Venus
Date & Time: Aug 30 2017 9:27 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Mars
We are more courageous and able to take the lead. We are in tune with our natural desires and instincts. We express our feelings honestly. We are independent, resourceful, and brave.
Date & Time: Aug 30 2017 11:04 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Chiron
We may have some difficulty letting go of hurt feelings or resentments. We can be sensitive to what others think of us, and decisions made now may not reflect our hearts, and can be regrettable later on. We might take things the wrong way due to sensitivity. We may not make efforts to be understood. Hurt feelings are opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: Aug 30 2017 11:02 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Pll Ves
Description: Transiting Mercury Parallel Transiting Vesta
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
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.
AIR WEAK
We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.
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
MUTABLE STRONG
We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.
LUNAR PHASE: FIRST QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 135 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are motivated to take action, perhaps due to a clash, conflict, or stress, as we are more aware of problems and differences now. Plans are beginning to take off or turn a corner. We should watch for pushing too hard.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on August 30th:
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.
22ND DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right trochanter
Sabian Symbol: A chinese laundry.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE MARS Orb 4°25′ Applying
Feelings and desires seem to be in sync, making this a good time to take purposeful action. Healthy competition, resourcefulness, courage.
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 0°10′ Separating
We are generous, forgiving, and high-minded now. We are looking at people and situations positively. This is a good time for making plans.
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 0°43′ Separating
There can be stronger awareness of our responsibilities, or new responsibilities fall into our laps. Emotions may be cooled, and we can appear to be unsympathetic.
TRINE URANUS Orb 6°17′ Applying
We are open to new ideas, ways of expressing ourselves and our feelings. A break in the routine is pleasing now. We could be experimenting with new ideas or feelings. There can be chance meetings, events that occur that open our hearts or our emotional awareness.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 5°30′ Applying
We could be dwelling on hurt feelings or resentments. We can be sensitive to what others think of us, and decisions made now may not reflect our hearts, and can be regrettable later on. We might take things the wrong way due to sensitivity. We may not make efforts to be understood. Hurt feelings are opportunities for healing.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN VIRGO
You are an analytical and critical individual. You are also practical and discriminating, and may be fussy.
8TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Abdominal cavity
Sabian Symbol: A girl takes her first dancing instruction.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 6°49′ Separating
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 5°32′ Applying
This a time for dreaming rather than important decision-making. It’s a good time to pay special attention to dreams and inspiration. Clarity may not be with us, but we probably don’t need it right now. It’s difficult to know for certain what we want, as we may be wavering. Confusion about a relationship or idealizing a person could figure strongly now.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN VIRGO
You have a discriminating mind, and can be critical and analytical. You can also become obsessed with detailed knowledge. This may be to your detriment in daily life, although it is very beneficial for doing any kind of research. You like to be precise in your communications with others.
1ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Duodenum
Sabian Symbol: In a portrait the best of a man’s traits are idealized.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 4°17′ Applying
Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is strong, particularly for ideas and topics. Impulsive speech or other communications, and possibly lacking in sensitivity. Resourcefulness.
TRINE URANUS Orb 2°25′ Applying
We are mentally alert and aware, and might be experimenting or opening our minds to new ideas. We could be feeling inspired, and our thinking is inventive. Varying our usual routine may be rewarding.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 6°29′ Applying
Important contacts can be made with people who share our intellectual interests or who introduce us to new ideas that help us to grow, improve, and expand. Projects prove successful right now, particularly those involving teamwork. Learning, teaching, communicating, and making contact figure strongly now, or we meet with situations that encourage us to improve our skills in these areas.
VENUS
VENUS IN LEO
We take more pride in our tastes, relationships, and personal possessions. We are more affectionate, expressive, and generous, and we tend to crave admiration and appreciation.
6TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Entrance of pulmonary artery
Sabian Symbol: An old fashioned woman and an up-to-date girl.
MARS
MARS IN LEO
You have a strong need to express your personal creativity. You may display dramatic and confident behaviour, and like to make an impact on your surroundings. You may also be arrogant.
27TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Chordae tendinae
Sabian Symbol: Daybreak.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE SATURN Orb 5°09′ Separating
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.
TRINE URANUS Orb 1°52′ Applying
It’s easy and natural to break through obstacles, to find alternative methods of going after what we want, and to take progressive action or to take the lead. There is more courage, confidence, and energy available to us. We embrace change, progress, and new methods.
QUINCUNX CHIRON Orb 1°04′ Applying
We might doubt the effectiveness of our efforts to go after what we want under this influence, which can lead to passive-aggressive behavior, defensiveness, or frustration.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 2°12′ Separating
You are being challenged to become assertive and focussed on your personal goals. Independence and self-confidence are keys to your growth in this life. You may find yourself thrust into leadership roles.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
22ND DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Renal veins
Sabian Symbol: A child giving birds a drink at a fountain.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 0°33′ Separating
You have a chance to be very successful as you are neither profligate nor mean, but have a balance.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 6°28′ 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°41′ 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)
22ND DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Right trochanter
Sabian Symbol: A chinese laundry.
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).
29TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Auditory canal
Sabian Symbol: A celestial choir singing.
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).
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.
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 IN VIRGO
You have a perfectionist streak. You work hard and expect the same from other people. You need to avoid being overly critical. Positively, you have the ability to set up efficient and productive routines at work.
21ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic duct
Sabian Symbol: A girl’s basketball team.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN TAURUS
You have the ability to see the beauty in nature and the arts. You have much common sense and wisdom. You may become involved in either healing with your hands or healing the earth through environmental movements.
14TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: True vocal cords
Sabian Symbol: Shellfish groping and children playing.
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.
3RD DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of thigh
Sabian Symbol: The human soul receptive to growth and understanding.
CERES
CERES IN CANCER
Your ability to nurture others is closely linked with your own relationship with your mother. If you had a close and loving relationship with your mother then you will enjoy the same with others in your adult life. If not, you may form dependent relationships.
21ST DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Inferior pancreatico-duodenal artery
Sabian Symbol: A prima donna singing.
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.
25TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Pericardium
Sabian Symbol: A large camel crossing the desert.
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.
25TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibialis anterior muscle
Sabian Symbol: A butterfly with the right wing more perfectly formed.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits 30 Aug 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 07°Vi28 +08°46′
Cnj 07°Vi41 THUBAN To protect or make a treasure.
Aspects to Mercury 00°Vi38 +08°06′
Cnj 00°Vi04 REGULUS*** Majestic, success, (revenge)
Aspects to Pluto 17°Cp03 -21°40′
Cnj 16°Cp53 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Pallas 13°Ta46 -06°42′
Cnj 14°Ta34 MENKAR — A victim of the Unconscious
Aspects to Ceres 20°Cn50 +23°56′
Cnj 20°Cn28 CASTOR To write or create.
Aspects to Black Moon 22°Sg07 -18°41′
Cnj 22°Sg41 RAS ALHAGUE The desire to heal a wound.
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