The Moon is in Leo.
- The Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurred yesterday, and the Full Moon will occur on April 29th.
- Mercury is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 3.
Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:
Aries

Business transactions and partnerships can be quite beneficial now, dear Aries, as support tends to be forthcoming, and combining your resources with a trusted someone can work to your benefit. Others tend to lend a hand, offering moral or financial support more readily. Your integrity is shining through, and this may be part of the reason for attracting prosperous circumstances. As Mars and Jupiter form a harmonious aspect, this is a time for combining energy with action and looking out for opportunities where you may not have seen them before. You’re in an excellent position to pursue your goals directly and with confidence, and you’re exceptionally resourceful. There can be a strengthening connection with a parent or boss, or you get yourself into an advantageous position to advance your interests. Timing is quite good today.
Taurus

Circumstances are such that you may feel you are growing through your contact with someone special, dear Taurus, and sharing a perspective or personal philosophy can bring a relationship to a higher level of understanding. It’s a strong time for lending a hand — and accepting a hand, as well! Things seem to work better in partnership rather than on a solo level at this point. Doing something different and non-routine can be especially rewarding right now with a Mars-Jupiter sextile connecting your partnership and spirit sectors. A mini adventure can figure strongly and can be empowering as well. The Moon spends the day at the bottom of your solar chart, however, and you also appreciate some familiar or safe activities and comforts today.
Gemini

This is a potentially strong day for enlightening (or at least very interesting) interactions, dear Gemini. You may be actively involved in research or especially enthused about finding an answer to a problem. While good fortune may be coming your way today, you are more likely to be making your luck by taking definitive action on a matter. Resolution of a problem or the discovery of valuable information can be empowering. There can be a special project you’re working on that now advances. Work can be exciting and motivating, and so can putting in the extra effort to improve your health. Settling disputes can figure strongly for some of you. It’s an excellent time for partnering and personal appeal, in fact.
Cancer

A casual relationship may be taken to a new level now, dear Cancer, or you could be feeling especially confident about relationships in your life, in general. You are making your own luck under a Mars-Jupiter connection that encourages you to follow your heart courageously. Expressing your affections comes naturally and directly, and this confidence tends to be well-received by others. Things seem to be coming together, and you’re in the mood to take affirmative action and get going on a particular endeavor. A relationship, romance, or creative project can advance today. You may be going out on a limb to express your feelings. Someone in your life may be boosting your confidence in yourself. Pairing up can be beneficial or lucky now. While cooperative action is favored, you can also do well in friendly competitions today.
Leo

The Moon spends the day in your sign, dear Leo, and your mood tends to set the tone of the day. Fortunately, you tend to be in a can-do frame of mind. Your sense of timing is quite strong at the moment with a Mars-Jupiter influence encouraging you. Plans can be coming together well, particularly those involving work or home life. You are more determined than usual to make things happen, and people around you seem to be more willing to go along with your plans. This influence tends to encourage taking action on a matter that’s important to you or resolving a problem that’s been tripping you up. Work and home life are areas of special interest on these lines, and with your heart engaged, you can move mountains now. You’re bound to discover ways to improve and advance your projects. You are more determined than usual to make things happen.
Virgo

The Moon spends the day in your privacy zone, dear Virgo, and drawing you to activities that heal, replenish, and renew your spirit. While this aspect inclines you to withdraw, a Mars-Jupiter aspect in force today goads you on and encourages you to reach your goals. You want to make things happen! You have a stronger than usual ability to express yourself with confidence and creativity today, and this can lead to exceptionally fruitful contact and new interests or finding the resolution of a problem. Exchanges with others can be very passionate or intense and yet maintain a playful quality. There may be good news or essential information absorbed today that boosts your confidence in the future. This can be a time when a courageous attitude makes things happen for you. You’re finding solutions, support, and opportunities now. You might be able to move a creative or communications project forward. You can be quite ardent about pursuing your desires and projects, as well as clearing obstacles that now seem less intimidating.
Libra

The Moon spends the day in your social sector, dear Libra, highlighting your need to connect with your cherished dreams and ideals. Today’s forward-looking energy is likely to feel wonderful. It’s time to move things along, and the steps to do so are more apparent than they have been. This is a good time for home and family-related projects, as you are extraordinarily resourceful right now. Enthusiasm runs high for making money and taking care of personal possessions. A partner may be supportive and involved. Mars and Jupiter in cooperation today can help move along a home, family, business, or money matter. You’re inclined to want to make things happen now, rather than merely think about your next step. Anything that improves your sense of safety and security will appeal now.
Scorpio

The Moon spends the day at the top of your solar chart, dear Scorpio, and you’re inclined to nurture your ambitions. You’re more aware of your influence and reputation now. With a Mars-Jupiter harmony going on today you’re also inclined to take the lead and take action! There can be good news, a beneficial conversation, or new information that benefits you much, perhaps opening up doors for you. You feel especially optimistic about the future and have a keener sense of your next move. It’s a good time for solving problems related to a communication matter or for breakthrough thinking in learning. Perhaps you’re able to deal with a paperwork matter that clears a path forward. Being open, forthright, and direct makes the most sense with today’s energies. For some of you, the desire and courage emerge to contact someone important to you. Putting an idea or plan into motion can figure strongly now.
Sagittarius

The Moon’s transit of your adventure sector today tends to pull you out of a state of heart-searching and into the mood for life experience, dear Sagittarius. Energy today is intense on this front on all counts, particularly with a Mars-Jupiter aspect in play. You are a little braver, more willing to go out on a limb to move something forward, and inclined to express yourself confidently. Creative projects can be published or launched. You can feel rejuvenated today, especially if you have the chance to rest or otherwise remove yourself from demanding situations so that you can gather yourself. Volunteer work of some sort, or some other behind the scenes activity, can be especially rewarding. Benefits come from hidden places or from resources you never knew you had. An action taken now might open the doors to an increase in income down the road. You can feel strongly motivated to improve your current circumstances, your sense of security, and your income or resources.
Capricorn

You are more inclined to take action on a matter with confidence today, dear Capricorn, and your timing can be excellent. Right now, you have little patience for talk with no action to back it up! You seem to instinctively sniff out opportunities today, even in unlikely places. Competitive activities can thrive, but you can also meet with great success through working with others rather than against them. Mars in your sign connects with Jupiter in your social sector, and the key to enjoying this aspect’s benefits is to take some form of action to make improvements, to grow, and to advance. Sharing activities with others can lead to something very special and quite enterprising, or you may be gathering up a team or group or drawing upon the resources of an associate in order to move a project forward.
Aquarius

Positive action or support can come from behind the scenes, or unexpected sources, dear Aquarius. It’s a strong day for making significant advances in your career, especially those that don’t involve much in the way of talk or showmanship since it’s actions that seem to be the most fortunate at the moment. A Mars-Jupiter connection can fill you with a little extra courage and energy, which you can successfully apply to a matter or situation that’s important to you. You could be taking action on a personal or professional issue, solving a problem, or moving a project or plan forward now. With Mars in your privacy sector, your actions and personal appeal are a little more mysterious than usual. You’re keeping some things to yourself, or at least coming across that way, and that’s just fine, even advantageous, at this point in the year.
Pisces

Friends or associates can be a source of opportunity to expand your knowledge and experience right now, dear Pisces. This can be a strong time for joining a group or workshop, or for furthering a cause, as it can be an especially rewarding experience. You may be exposed to a broader viewpoint through your connections, and this changes your personal philosophy in positive, growth-oriented ways. People you meet now could have a substantial impact on your future, so don’t be afraid to make connections. Today’s Mars-Jupiter connection boosts confidence, particularly on a social level. You can be feeling especially passionate or enthusiastic about a dream, belief, or idea now.
* 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:
Planet Color Key: The longer the bar, the slower the aspecting planet and the longer the duration of the planet’s transit.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Leo
Description: The Moon in Leo
We have a stronger need for appreciation, shows of affection and warmth, and excitement. We are proud and conduct ourselves accordingly. This is a time for having some fun, being creative and childlike, and enjoying life. It’s also a good time for organizing and managing.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 1:32 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Mercury
Ideas flow freely. We express feelings with clarity and thoughts with sensitivity. An excellent time for cooperative projects. A good time for taking tests, writing, promoting, public speaking, and studying. We are alert, observant, and our memory is good.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 4:03 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Ceres
There is a stronger desire to nourish, care for, or tend to favorite people, things, and projects. There can be greater attention to diet, health, and self-care programs. There can be a stronger connection to people we love, home, and family, and more sensitivity to others in general.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 4:43 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Saturn
This is a brief period of uncertainty, guilt, fear of not performing well, fear of rejection, a feeling that others will not support or fulfill our needs/desires, or a sense that something can’t be achieved. 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: Apr 23 2018 7:21 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Ves
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Vesta
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 8:20 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting North Node
A time to embrace new opportunities for emotional growth. Accept challenges. New attachments, relationships, connections. Success may come through dealings with women or with the public. A time to consider your priorities vis a vis home and family and the outside world. Sensing current moods and trends. Fated meetings or connections.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 8:20 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting North Node
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 10:56 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Jun
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Juno
There may be clinging or controlling behavior if we are driven by our fears. Hypersensitivity and moodiness are possible. Tread lightly with tricky emotional issues.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 12:40 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile 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: Apr 23 2018 3:22 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Chi
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Chiron
Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 3:25 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Jup
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Jupiter
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 3:56 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Neptune
We could be feeling out of sorts. We are especially sensitive to subtle planes, but may not be able to make sense of what we perceive. We could be impractical just for now.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 9:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ves
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: Apr 23 2018 11:40 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Mars
There can be tension and feelings of restlessness or impatience, as what we want to do may not feel perfectly right, or we may be lacking the courage. Avoid taking it out on the wrong things or people.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 11:44 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Jupiter
We may not be very realistic right now – there can be some exaggeration. Minor annoyances are possible now. Contrariness or disagreements. This is not an ideal time for publicity, promotion, or legal matters. We can experience injustices. We are less inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. This is a time to show some restraint. Grandiosity is not appreciated right now, and excess doesn’t go over well either. With a little self-control we can learn about what truly makes us happy.
Date & Time: Apr 23 2018 1:22 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ura SSq Pal
Description: Transiting Uranus SemiSquare Transiting Pallas
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac
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.
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
Today’s Elemental Balance
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
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.
Today’s Modal Balance
FIXED STRONG
We are thinking about the long view, seeking out security and stability rather than change. We may be committed, focused, resistant to making changes, and stubborn.
MUTABLE WEAK
We can have a hard time adapting to changes and to others’ agendas.
Today’s Lunar Phase
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 April 23rd:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving 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 LEO
You have an emotional need for praise and attention. Under stress you may show off in order to gain attention, or become arrogant. You may be proud of your mother, or she may be very proud of you.
14TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left ventricle of heart
Sabian Symbol: Cherub-like, a human soul whispers, seeking to manifest.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE MERCURY Orb 5°50′ Separating
Our hearts or emotional needs and our minds seem to be cooperating, and we are able to communicate effectively. It’s a good time for publicity, marketing, writing, and studying.
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 6°53′ Applying
We may not be very realistic right now, which can lead to moodiness, as we are more invested in our dreams and expectations.
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 2°17′ Applying
We could be feeling out of sorts. We are especially sensitive to subtle planes, but may not be able to make sense of what we perceive. We could be impractical just for now.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 2°08′ Separating
There is a stronger drive or need to be around others, to share ourselves, and to belong.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Uvula
Sabian Symbol: The rainbow’s pot of gold.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
TRINE SATURN Orb 5°40′ Applying
We are taking pride in our responsibilities or performance. This can be a time of steady progress and increased self-discipline. We are more inclined to humble ourselves to authority or good advice, and tend to employ traditional methods.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 4°40′ Separating
You are a rebel but also a leader. You are innovative and original. Others may see you as arrogant, wilful and disruptive at times. Life will be full of surprises. Politics, science or computing appeal to you.
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.
8TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cheekbone
Sabian Symbol: A woman’s hat with streamers blown by the east wind.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE SATURN Orb 1°35′ Applying
Critical thinking that can skew to overly negative, rigid, nit-picky, or narrow. Communications are guarded and unnatural, not flowing. There can be delays or frustrations getting from point A to point B, and getting our message across. A time for editing.
VENUS
VENUS IN TAURUS
For you romance and reliability go hand in hand. You approach relationships slowly and steadily, looking for someone who will prove solid and secure. You enjoy sensuality, and are reliable with finances.
29TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Deltoid muscle and main neck muscles
Sabian Symbol: Two cobblers working at a table.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 1°35′ Applying
You are a caring and loving partner. You understand your partner’s struggles.
MARS
MARS IN CAPRICORN
You will pursue your personal desires in a responsible and methodical manner. You have strong ambitions, and may be domineering if threatened.
20TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Tendons of right knee
Sabian Symbol: A hidden choir singing.
ASPECTS OF MARS
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 0°20′ Applying
You can create opportunities to achieve your personal goals. You will always be able to find the energy level you require.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 1°21′ Applying
You are resourceful and have a pool of enormous energy available when needed. You also have strong desires and a volcanic temper.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN SCORPIO
You are on an intense search for the truth. You have strong desires for sexual union and joint enterprises. You could be a transformative teacher.
21ST DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Sphenoid sinus
Sabian Symbol: A soldier derelict in his duty.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 4°35′ Applying
You are artistic and may also be religious. You have a need to help others and may feel you have a calling. You have the ability to inspire other people’s talents as well.
SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 1°01′ Separating
You have a chance to achieve a great deal. Your knowledge is broad as you are interested in so many things. You may make a career in the occult or studying the deepest mysteries of life.
SATURN
SATURN IN CAPRICORN
Conservation, moderation, definition, structure, simplicity, and realism are themes now. We might also be striving for more authority in a particular area of our lives now. This is a time for making clear choices and decisions, for weeding out what isn’t working for us, and for letting go of lost causes, particularly related to our life path choices, careers, and long-term goals. (from December 19, 2017, to March 21, 2020; and then from July 1 to December 17, 2020).
10TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: An albatross feeding from the hand of a sailor.
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)
16TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Cruciate ligaments of right foot
Sabian Symbol: In a quite moment, the flow of inspiration.
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).
22ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs
Sabian Symbol: A general accepting defeat gracefully.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree
CHIRON
CHIRON IN ARIES
Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. You may become a pioneer in a way which will be of service to humanity.
1ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebrum
Sabian Symbol: A woman has risen out of the ocean, a seal is embracing her.
VESTA IN CAPRICORN
You place importance on structure and order in the workplace. You have great discipline and personal ambition and can succeed in administrative and management positions. Workers will turn to you for a sense of stability and authority.
5TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of knee
Sabian Symbol: People rowing a canoe and dancing a war dance.
PALLAS IN GEMINI
You have a keen mind able to grasp many concepts. Therefore you are adept both in written and spoken language.
14TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Clavicle
Sabian Symbol: Two people, living far apart, in telepathic communication.
JUNO
JUNO IN PISCES
You want to be at-one with the world through your relationship. You crave for the highest romantic ideals within your relationship, and become disillusioned with reality.
28TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Phalanges of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A fertile garden under the full moon.
CERES
CERES IN LEO
You feel cared for when other people play with you and praise you. You like to show others you care for them by encouraging their creative talents and sense of fun.
9TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Superior vena cava
Sabian Symbol: Glass blowers shape with their breath glowing forms.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Vertebral column
Sabian Symbol: An evening lawn party.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: People on stairs graduated upwards.
**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on April 23, 2018.**
Aspects to Jup 20°Sc15 -16°34′
Cnj 19°Sc37 ZUBEN ELSCHEMALI– Negative social reform
Aspects to Sat 09°Cp07 -22°14′
Cnj 08°Cp33 FACIES — Ruthlessness or the victim.
Aspects to Nep 15°Pi39 -06°30′
Cnj 15°Pi33 ACHERNAR Risk of rapid endings.
Aspects to Chi 00°Ar20 +03°16′
Cnj 29°Pi37 SCHEAT To be a thinker or intellect
What does post-retrograde imply for us?
Hi, Karen!
Mercury turned direct after a few weeks of retrograde motion on April 15th. At the time of a direct station, Mercury’s apparent motion is very slow, and is currently slowly picking up speed. As such, decisions shouldn’t be rushed. There can be breakthroughs in thinking, information coming in that helps us make a decision, and other lifts of delays in the couple of weeks following Mercury’s retrograde. What Mercury is doing while in the post-retrograde shadow is moving along the same degrees of the zodiac that it traveled twice previously: first, during the pre-retrograde shadow in direct motion, and second, while moving “backwards” during the retrograde cycle.
For example, from March 22nd to April 15th, Mercury was retrograde and traveled from 17 degrees Aries back to 5 degrees Aries. Before this retrograde, Mercury traveled 5 to 17 degrees Aries in direct motion from March 8th to 22nd. That was the pre-retrograde shadow. During the post-retrograde shadow, Mercury travels those same degrees again in direct motion (4 to 17 degrees Aries) from April 15th to May 3rd. Symbolically, we’re going over the same old ground, now armed with more knowledge or experience. We should be taking decisions slowly, not rushing into things. We’re refining, processing, and experimenting now.
Thank you! That explains a lot and gives me the answer I need to move forward.