Summary:
Mercury is moving towards a trine to Pallas, and soon will form a trine with Vesta as well and these aspects happen in all three creative Fire signs. This is a strong configuration for communications and thinking. There is a good balance between learning from tradition and modern thinking now. Timing is good, and we might be making strong decisions related to work or long-term projects.
- The Moon is in Sagittarius until 2:47 PM.
- The Moon is void from 9:36 AM to 2:47 PM.
- The Moon is in Capricorn from 2:47 PM forward (until the Moon enters Aquarius on Thursday, July 30th, at 5:40 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase.
- A First Quarter Moon occurred on the 24th, and a Full Moon will occur on July 31st.
- Venus is retrograde (Venus is retrograde from July 25-September 6).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
Express yourself and allow others to enjoy your talents today, dear Aries. It’s a good day for creating something new, but it’s also strong for productivity and truly enjoying what you’re doing. From afternoon forward, you’re more inclined to concern yourself with performance and production. You’re taking special interest in the practical side of things, efficiency, and whether things are workable in the long term. You can especially benefit from looking at the past and learning from it, as you’re seeing important patterns. This can be especially so in matters of work and health. The key to getting a lot done these days is finding joy in the process.
Taurus
The energy of the day is smooth and playful overall, dear Taurus, and for you, particularly from afternoon forward. After a rather introspective few days, allow yourself some time off from too much thinking. The Moon enters a fellow Earth sign (Capricorn) this afternoon, allowing for an overall sense of ease. This is a time for pressure-free activities – those things that break the monotony and routine and that allow you to step outside of yourself and enjoy something new or simply a change of scenery.
Gemini
The morning tends to be light, dear Gemini, but as the day progresses, you’re more inclined to think and feel deeply about things. You could be thinking intently about your feelings for someone, about a past relationship, or complicated matter. There can be a reassessment going on and some uncertainty. Others might find you a little distant or lost within yourself as a result, but it can be very easy to pull you out. Conversations tonight can be especially invigorating and even motivating. Your advice may be sought now. Part of you is likely craving some form of drama, so a good movie or book is something to consider as well.
Cancer
This can be a good day for harmonizing with others, dear Cancer, and particularly so with a partner, significant other, or friend. The day can begin with an easy focus on practical matters, work, routines, and getting organized, but later today, you’re more inclined to want to seek out company. Energy levels may not be peaking today, but you might focus on easy interactions and uncomplicated activities. It’s a strong time for observing how others relate to you, and you to them.
Leo
There’s a tendency to think intensely about love today, dear Leo, especially past matters or complicated feelings. If you have preparations to take care of, the Moon’s presence in your solar sixth house from the afternoon forward can help, as you’re emotionally geared to get organized and take care of business. This is a strong day for both preparatory and “catch-up” work. Today favors sorting out details rather than forging ahead. Getting a little lost in details is actually appropriate now, but take things step by step for best results. It’s in fact a strong time for creative thinking and putting your ideas into practice. Your advice to others can be especially helpful now.
Virgo
You can feel especially strong this morning, dear Virgo, particularly if you surround yourself with familiar things and if you engage in comforting routines. Later today, you have a greater need to enjoy yourself, to do something different or creative, and to find yourself some entertainment. It’s important to approach others, projects, and experiences in a relaxed way. Pushing can lead to mistakes. There can be a tendency to think about the past when it comes to relationships. There is very good energy with you for communicating, planning, and discovering important patterns.
Libra
You have an emotional need for stimulation today, dear Libra. You may be in the position to support, protect, or defend a friend or associate, or to simply enjoy someone’s company. In fact, there can be strong energy for learning from others and for new ideas with you now. There can be a focus on the past, especially complicated feelings in the afternoon. Take any chance you can to enjoy quiet times, and take extra time for moments alone. With peace, you will find that you can tap into your intuition quite easily, as it is a time when something on the inside is waiting to be tapped!
Scorpio
Financial matters assume more importance in your life again today, dear Scorpio. Try to focus on what you can reuse or recycle as you may very well gain a stronger feeling of abundance as a result. Energies shift this afternoon, and you’re more inclined to reach out to others. There can be interesting news or revelations, and possibly some insight into matters from the past that were left undone or unexplained. Try to focus on easy interactions and uncomplicated activities. It’s a strong time for observing how others relate to you, and you to them, from a different perspective.
Sagittarius
You can feel quite motivated and can be productive today, dear Sagittarius, and others tend to support you in your efforts, or allow you enough breathing space to do your thing. Emotions tend to settle this afternoon with the Moon exiting your sign. While the high emotional energy that the Moon in your sign has brought to your life in the past few days has been welcome, now some of the pressure is off to meet emotional needs, and this allows you to better see your next step or what needs to be done. This afternoon is good for some voluntary simplicity, as “more” is not always better. Tonight’s energies are strong for solving a problem, particularly through conversation with a trusted friend or partner.
Capricorn
Your deeper, more intense emotions are aroused today, dear Capricorn, and you tend to be quite hungry for the emotional excitement that comes from a feeling of connectedness with others and with your deeper, more private self. This hunger, if unfulfilled, can lead you to create some kind of emotional drama if you’re not careful, perhaps by imagining slights or remembering previous hurts. The Moon leaves your privacy sector this afternoon and enters your sign. Emotional needs can seem quite urgent with the Moon in your sign. Tonight, there is strong energy for sorting an emotional pattern or problem out.
Aquarius
This morning’s energy is sociable but productive, dear Aquarius, as you can get a lot out of collaboration and reaching out to others. The Moon enters your privacy zone this afternoon, and there is a stronger need to withdraw from overly demanding or competitive situations. If at all possible, clear your schedule and take extra time for yourself, as there is great value today in some rest and reflection. Tune into your intuition. Look within for answers, and avoid competitive or demanding situations so that you can truly unwind. There is no need to push yourself for answers. In fact, letting go can clear your mind and solutions or ideas have “room” to surface.
Pisces
You may discover today that your thoughts need to change and elevate in order for true progress to be made, dear Pisces, and today’s energies are good for just that – it’s a fine time for putting yourself in a different setting and frame of mind. This can serve to refresh and revitalize you. A casual friendship can be rewarding now, particularly an established one, as there is a tendency to want to connect with your past in meaningful ways. In fact, you may begin to see interesting patterns in your life that help you to better understand yourself and your relationships.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign.
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The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: 28 Jul 2015 2:47 pm
Event: Moon enters Capricorn
Description: The Moon in Capricorn
Consolidate. Pay attention to the foundations of life. Repair and restructure. Attend to financial or business matters. Make solid plans and get organized.
Date & Time: 28 Jul 2015 9:36 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: 28 Jul 2015 1:17 am
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: 28 Jul 2015 6:28 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Mer
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Mercury
What feels right clashes with logic today. What people are saying may be a misrepresentation of their true feelings/emotions. It’s better to think before we speak, or misunderstandings can follow.
Date & Time: 28 Jul 2015 9:36 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Jupiter
We want to do good and to honor our inner code. We don’t sweat the small stuff right now. We are generous with our energy, time, and money. A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
Date & Time: 28 Jul 2015 2:47 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Cap
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Capricorn
Consolidate. Pay attention to the foundations of life. Repair and restructure. Attend to financial or business matters. Make solid plans and get organized.
Date & Time: 28 Jul 2015 3:44 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Venus
We are less inhibited and more willing to indulge ourselves. Love and romance can be favorable. Decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth. Love is grand! Affection, love, and romance are in the air.
Date & Time: 28 Jul 2015 7:28 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting North Node
This is the trigger for out with the old and in with the new. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now. Plans could need reworking. We could feel temporarily out of the loop.
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
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.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: GIBBOUS
Moon 135 to 180 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are looking to attach value and meaning to our goals. This is a time for analyzing, questioning, perfecting, and improving.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on July 28th:
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 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 life time).
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.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
TRINE VENUS Orb 2°09′ Applying
We tend to seek out harmony, balance, and beauty. Love, romance, decorating, beauty treatments, the arts, creative pursuits, parties, dates, and recreation are generally favored now. There is increased sensitivity, affection, and warmth, but there could also be some appeasement, tact, and diplomacy.
TRINE JUPITER Orb 1°20′ Separating
We can be motivated to honor our inner code. We don’t sweat the small stuff right now. We are generous with our energy, time, and money. A great time to take up new feel-good opportunities. Show your confidence and optimism and reap the rewards.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN LEO
You are good-hearted, have a sunny personality, and a strong need for attention. You have a generous nature, but can be arrogant.
6TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Entrance of pulmonary artery
Sabian Symbol: An old fashioned woman and an up-to-date girl.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 5°27′ Separating
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
TRINE SATURN Orb 6°58′ Separating
We are taking pride in our responsibilities or performance. Steady progress. Self-discipline.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN LEO
You are enthusiastic in your quest for knowledge. You are proud of your learning abilities, and believe in the saying that learning is fun. You may have a tendency to be a know-it-all.
11TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Subclavian veins
Sabian Symbol: Children on a swing in a huge oak tree.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 1°27′ Separating
We may not be seeing things clearly, or we are second-guessing our perceptions. There can be difficulties concentrating and focusing.
VENUS
VENUS IN VIRGO
This is a time when we express our love through practical means and gestures – running errands, doing detail work, or just being there. What we love, what we decide to buy and the types of entertainment we enjoy during this cycle are ruled by whether or not things make sense.
1ST DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Duodenum
Sabian Symbol: In a portrait the best of a man’s traits are idealized.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 3°29′ Applying
We are looking for more meaning or color to our lives and especially to our relationships. We seek to make others happy and tend to give others the benefit of the doubt. Our feelings and tastes are grand, and we may be especially extravagant or indulgent.
SQUARE SATURN Orb 2°15′ Applying
Lack of spontaneity when it comes to expressions of affection and the pursuit of pleasure, likely due to insecurities or fear. We may be reserved, withdrawn, cautious, and tight with money and/or feelings. Feelings of being alone and not getting what we want/need can be experienced now.
MARS
MARS IN CANCER
We are less likely to move straightforwardly towards our desires now. Our emotional moods especially affect the pursuit of our goals. We are a little more cautious and conservative under this influence, but we will fight for, about, or on behalf of those people and things that are dearest to our heart.
MARS IN THE 10TH HOUSE
You are ambitious, seeking power through your career. This may involve a battle for top position. You need autonomy and independence in your profession.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE SATURN Orb 5°39′ Applying
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.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 2°08′ Separating
The desire to assert independence and to dominate can be strong. Impulsiveness can be a problem. We can be rebellious and willful, ignoring others’ needs in the process.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 1°35′ Separating
There is more courage to face problems. Fighting for the underdog. Physical healing can help inner healing, and vice versa.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LEO
We are generous and dignified. Excessive egoism should be watched for. Prosperous areas are creative ones, entertainment, children, and recreation. Generosity brings success. (July 16th, 2014 to August 11th, 2015)
28TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Chordae tendinae
Sabian Symbol: Many little birds on the limb of a large tree.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE SATURN Orb 1°13′ Applying
We are faced with the need to temper our enthusiasm or to slow down to avoid overextending ourselves. This is a time for clarifying and editing projects and goals. We may need to cut back on something in order to grow in another area. Patience is required now.
SATURN
SATURN IN SCORPIO
A strong period for dissecting and studying the unconscious/subconscious, for seeing how deep-rooted fears and patterns control our lives, and for dealing with and eventually mastering our addictions. Restrictions we experience through our debts to others can be magnified, and these can be material, moral, or emotional debts. This transit can help us to structure, organize, and make sense out of these debts. Dealing with fears of dependency and helplessness. Resourcefulness. (October 5, 2012 to December 23, 2014; then June 14, 2015 to September 17, 2015)
29TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vomer
Sabian Symbol: A woman pleading for the lives of her children.
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).
21ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eye muscles
Sabian Symbol: A pugilist entering the ring.
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).
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
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).
14TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Right knee cartilage
Sabian Symbol: An ancient bas-relief carved in granite.
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).
22ND DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A man bringing down the new law from sinai.
VESTA
VESTA IN ARIES
This can be a time for grabbing the reins and working solo. There can be strong energy for new enterprises but not necessarily for routine work.
13TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Ventricles of brain
Sabian Symbol: A bomb which failed to explode is now safely concealed.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN SAGITTARIUS
This is an idealistic position. We love to learn and share our ideas and beliefs with others, and will go to great lengths to defend our principles and to reveal our truths.
12TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A flag that turns into an eagle that crows.
JUNO
JUNO IN VIRGO
Partnership and service are tied together in some significant manner with this position. There may be some resistance to merging fully with a partner, as there is a need to remain independent, separate, and distinct even in a partnership.
11TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Falciform
Sabian Symbol: A boy moulded in his mother’s aspirations for him.
CERES
CERES IN AQUARIUS
You feel cared for when others accept and encourage your sense of individuality. You feel comforted when surrounded by groups of people. You teach others to accept their eccentricities.
2ND DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibial nerve
Sabian Symbol: An unexpected thunderstorm.
HYGEIA
HYGEIA IN LEO
You take pride in your health. You may have hobbies and pastimes linked with health.
11TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Subclavian veins
Sabian Symbol: Children on a swing in a huge oak tree.
ASTRAEA
ASTRAEA IN CANCER
You have an inability to let go of your family. You prefer the comfort of your own home to the excitement of an open environment.
3RD DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Eighth rib
Sabian Symbol: An arctic explorer leads a reindeer through icy canyons.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LIBRA
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
3RD DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Adrenals
Sabian Symbol: The dawn of a new day, everything changed.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN ARIES
This is a quest to learn co-operation. You have a tendency to want your own way and to force your opinions onto others. You need to develop selflessness, the ability to share and a sensitivity to the needs of other people.
3RD DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Cerebellum
Sabian Symbol: A cameo profile of a man in the outline of his country.
*** ASPECTS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 28 Jul 2015 – Event Chart
Aspects to Ven 00°Vi33 +07°05′
Cnj 00°Vi02 REGULUS*** Majestic, success, (revenge)
Aspects to Mar 22°Cn38 +22°27′
Cnj 23°Cn25 POLLUX Pain of creativity, competitive
Aspects to Cer 01°Aq21 -30°27′
Cnj 02°Aq00 ALTAIR To explore, to be bold.
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