- The Moon is in Capricorn until 8:15 AM, after which the Moon is in Aquarius.
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase.
- The First Quarter Moon occurred on July 30th, and a Full Moon (Lunar Eclipse) will occur in Aquarius tomorrow.
- Mercury is in its pre-retrograde shadow (Mercury will retrograde from August 12-September 5).
Horoscopes
Aries
While you’re skilled in a position of leadership, the Moon’s move out of your career and reputation sector this morning can be a relieving one, dear Aries. There are times when you need to kick back and enjoy life without being a leader. This is one of those days when the most emotional satisfaction comes through interacting with others as equals. Sharing your talents, skills, or simply your advice and contributing to a group effort can be especially rewarding now. Even so, a friendship or social matter may be coming to a head today and this week with a Lunar Eclipse occurring tomorrow in this sector of your chart. Watch for stretched information and exaggeration, but listen to your hunches now, as you are recognizing things that you weren’t ready to see in the past.
Taurus
Once the Moon moves into your solar tenth house this morning, dear Taurus, energy is such that you are more visible and accountable for your actions. Others tend to look at you for what you’ve done, good or bad, instead of who you are. It can be an annoying influence if you’re not in the mood to explain yourself or to keep up appearances. On the other hand, attention to detail now can pay off in the long run. As well, this can be a wonderful time for acknowledgment and recognition if you’ve played your cards right. A Lunar eclipse occurring tomorrow in this sector of your chart has a way of pulling up true feelings about a matter or sudden realizations about a project, livelihood, or current path. High-running emotions are also figuring strongly, so take a wait-and-see approach to your life and process feelings before acting.
Gemini
Once the Moon moves into your adventure sector this morning, dear Gemini, you’re drawn to unusual things, ideas, and experiences. You could find that your attractions today are not your typical flavor or taste, and this is a reflection of your craving for something more meaningful, different, or exotic. Your beliefs and ideas are colorful, and you’re drawing people in because of them. However, you’re likely to hesitate to take the lead or to push forward with your plans. This is a good thing with a Lunar Eclipse occurring tomorrow. It’s wiser to observe, emote, feel, and process before jumping into action. Previously hidden feelings or situations have a way of popping up now and this week, and it can spark a more authentic course of study or interest.
Cancer
Once the Moon moves into your solar eighth house this morning, dear Cancer, your mood deepens but is positive. It can be a good exercise to stretch your imagination as you dream up possible scenarios and how you might handle them, as you can learn more about yourself and better prepare yourself for situations if they do arise. Living well truly is the best revenge, and resentment (a potential pitfall of this house of your chart) will get in the way of this goal, so aim to take care of yourself first by letting go of anger. You’re in particularly good shape for planning and formulating strategies today. Dramatic moves are not as favored right now with a Lunar eclipse occurring tomorrow, but dramatic feelings are par for the course! This is a time for discovering your true feelings about a matter, or even a person or relationship.
Leo
Once the Moon moves into your partnership sector this morning, dear Leo, you’re more companionable and ready to negotiate. You’re in an unusually reasonable frame of mind, and your treatment of others as true equals can help improve your relationships all around — that is unless you resort to tit for tat games, which is the downside to this sector of the chart. It’s not the best time of the month for making sweeping decisions as you’re likely to feel that the ball is in another court just for now and energy levels are on the low side. A Lunar Eclipse in your opposite sign will occur tomorrow, and your attention is directed to one-on-one relationships. Do your best to give off good vibes, honor a significant other in your life, and open yourself up to others.
Virgo
Once the Moon moves into your work and health sector this morning, dear Virgo, your resourcefulness comes to the fore. While praise may not be forthcoming in an overt way, you are nevertheless building others’ respect, so keep doing what you do best. Most importantly, however, you’re making your life better one step at a time. The focus now is on the little things that are out of sync and need attention. It’s a good day for taking something apart and putting it back together in a better way, and for improving essential systems in your life by paying attention to details. With a Lunar eclipse occurring in this same sector of your solar chart tomorrow, it’s wise to open your mind and heart to change as epiphanies are likely to occur that help reinforce your path or redirect you along a more authentic one.
Libra
The Moon moves from your homebody solar fourth house to your expressive fifth house this morning, dear Libra, and you come out of your shell! You’re ready and willing to share some of your feelings or talents with others. You have a strong desire to share and also to receive the attention you crave. If you aim to give freely of the care and affection you want and avoid expecting the same in return, the more likely you are to receive it anyhow. An epiphany of sorts along romantic and creative lines is liable to come with a Lunar Eclipse occurring tomorrow. This can take the form of a realization of your true feelings on a matter or about something or someone. Emotions may seem to take over and get the better of you today and tomorrow, but if channeled well, they can also motivate you to make necessary changes and adjustments.
Scorpio
Once the Moon moves into your home and family sector this morning, dear Scorpio, there’s likely to be a real homebody streak stimulated in you, and if you’re out, you may want nothing more to get home! Home is where the heart is right now, and you’ll do especially well, and feel contented, tending to domestic matters. You can accomplish a lot today, particularly on the home front, but not necessarily in tangible, practical ways. Your focus tends to be on creating a harmonious atmosphere. Alternatively, you’re sticking with familiar faces and spaces now as you’re instinctively drawn to activities that build your sense of security. A Lunar eclipse will occur in this same sector of your chart tomorrow, and this can be a time for getting in dramatic touch with your true feelings on a matter.
Sagittarius
Once the Moon moves into your communications sector this morning, dear Sagittarius, you’re sure to perk up as you crave more variety and connection to the world around you. Keep the mood light for best results today. Your curiosity about people around you runs high, which keeps you alert and aware. You’re highly observant, and a Lunar eclipse that will occur tomorrow influences your perceptions today as well — you see something that you usually overlook through an exclusive window this eclipse provides you, so pay close attention! Avoid being too impulsive when it comes to expressing yourself, as much as you feel the need to speak. Do watch for some over-sensitivity as well as rumors, but absolutely listen to your hunches.
Capricorn
While the Moon in your sign until this morning is a good influence for recognizing your needs, dear Capricorn, the Moon’s move into your resources sector today can be felt as a relief, as it’s a steadying, comfortable influence. Even so, a Lunar eclipse will occur in this same sector of your chart tomorrow, and while you still crave healthy, grounding activities, you’re also set to recognize matters related to income, money, talents, and personal boundaries that you may have buried or overlooked. Today, and to some extent, all week, look for clues that give you a new perspective on an old issue, but be on the lookout for false information flying around. You can be quite emotional and perhaps a little irrational (temporarily) when it comes to your money and what you value.
Aquarius
The tempo of your life picks up pace after the Moon enters your sign this morning, dear Aquarius, and you can find that you’re suddenly in high demand. You are more direct about what you want, need, and desire than you have been in recent days, and while it’s best not to go over the top with this, it can be quite refreshing to feel just fine about asserting yourself. Keep in mind that we are building towards a Lunar Eclipse, occurring tomorrow in your sign, and something is building inside of you, seeking expression or release! You’re going to get attention, so do what you can to make it of the positive variety.
Pisces
Once the Moon moves out of your social sector and into your privacy zone this morning, dear Pisces, your mind tends to turn to the past or to those things that you’ve left unfinished. While there’s no need to dwell, this can be a vital process as you examine those things that no longer serve a useful purpose in your life. It can also be a powerful opportunity to come to terms with matters that have been overlooked, but that nevertheless affect you on a subconscious level. The hidden elements of life tend to grab your attention now, and this trend will continue tomorrow when an epiphany or surprise can be part of the picture. Being comfortably withdrawn boosts your chances that you’ll get a bit of a break with little in the way of resistance.
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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 6 2017 8:15 am
Event: Moon enters Aquarius
Description: The Moon in Aquarius
This is generally a good time for social pursuits, group projects, trying something new, joining a group, and networking. A change of pace refreshes. Hobbies, clubs, and groups may demand attention now. It is time to build networks and cooperate. Humanitarian pursuits are highlighted.
Date & Time: Aug 6 2017 5:21 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: Aug 6 2017 4:57 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Chiron
We are more emotionally present and involved. We more easily hone in on problem areas and want to fix them. Synchronicity is a feature of our daily life right now. Tune in and enjoy the spiritual signposts.
Date & Time: Aug 6 2017 5:21 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Uranus
There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.
Date & Time: Aug 6 2017 5:33 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Nep
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Neptune
If we are not in touch with our need for inspiration, beauty, compassion, connection to something otherworldly, or our spirituality, we could feel out of sorts right now. Relaxing, listening to music, getting close to nature, or taking a break may resolve this.
Date & Time: Aug 6 2017 8:15 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Aqu
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Aquarius
This is generally a good time for social pursuits, group projects, trying something new, joining a group, and networking. A change of pace refreshes. Hobbies, clubs, and groups may demand attention now. It is time to build networks and cooperate. Humanitarian pursuits are highlighted.
Date & Time: Aug 6 2017 8:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Sat
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare 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: Aug 6 2017 10:56 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Venus
Love relationships or feelings can be unsettled. There can be a conflict experienced between family and friends/lovers, or between comfort and the pursuit of pleasure. Try to relax and not obsess, and show restraint.
Date & Time: Aug 6 2017 8:51 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Nep Pll Jun
Description: Transiting Neptune Parallel Transiting Juno
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
LEO STRONG
Self-confident, generous, warm-hearted, powerful leader, dramatic. Can be overly proud, vain, extravagant, arrogant.
AQUARIUS STRONG
Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.
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.
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 August 6th:
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 AQUARIUS
You feel secure with intellect rather than emotions. You may be aloof from emotions, or distrust emotions as irrational and unpredictable. You may have viewed your mother as emotionally erratic.
2ND DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibial nerve
Sabian Symbol: An unexpected thunderstorm.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE URANUS Orb 3°23′ Separating
There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.
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.
15TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right atrium
Sabian Symbol: A street pageant.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 3°20′ Separating
We are more direct, spontaneous, and impulsive now, but can also be too self-focused and impatient.
SEXTILE JUPITER Orb 3°25′ Applying
There can be a good, nice, and healthy feeling of optimism and confidence now. We might promote, publish, advertise, or market with greater success. We are generous and tolerant, giving people the benefit of the doubt, expecting the best from others and from ourselves. We can see the big picture.
TRINE SATURN Orb 7°05′ 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.
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 0°45′ Separating
Dreaming, creating, and imagining have better results than hard decision making right now. There can be a temporary loss/lack of clarity. We can be questoning whether what we are doing or pursuing feeds our spiritual needs. Make adjustments if there is a discrepancy.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 9°49′ Applying
We might come to realizations of personal or professional truths, and these can propel us forward on a new path, or advance our current goals. People tend to support and assist us now. We might recognize our need for others. This is a good time for setting goals.
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.
10TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Left hepatic lobe, bile
Sabian Symbol: Two heads looking out and beyond the shadows.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SEXTILE VENUS Orb 2°56′ Applying
We are sociable, making connections, dipllomatic, and ready to negotiate. Expressions of affection or clarifications of feelings.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 3°40′ Applying
Our minds open to many different possibilities and options. We can feel inspired or we might be thinking in imaginative or possibly impractical ways. We see beyond physical or material concerns and solutions. There is extra sensitivity now. We may be dealing with deceptions or self-deceptions, and it can be difficult to be discriminating. We may not be seeing the obvious, and instead are imagining more complicated scenarios.
VENUS
VENUS IN CANCER
You place emphasis on family relations. You will form strong emotional bonds within your own tribe. You may have an emotional need for financial security.
8TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Oesophageal opening of diaphragm
Sabian Symbol: Rabbits dressed in clothes and on parade.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 6°37′ Applying
We are more sensitive to others’ needs and wants, and more desirous of harmony, love, beauty, and balance. We are generous, compassionate, open, and vulnerable. Spiritual/emotional concerns trump material ones at this time.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Vertebral column
Sabian Symbol: An evening lawn party.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
18TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Fatty capsule of kidneys
Sabian Symbol: Two men placed under arrest.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 0°18′ 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 laundry.
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).
29TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Toenails of right foot
Sabian Symbol: A prism.
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.
10TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Left hepatic lobe, bile
Sabian Symbol: Two heads looking out and beyond the shadows.
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.
11TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Cervical and brachial plexi
Sabian Symbol: A woman sprinkling flowers.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of lower leg
Sabian Symbol: A party entering a large canoe.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Greater curvature of stomach
Sabian Symbol: A woman nursing a baby with a message.
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 6 Aug 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Ven 07°Cn00 +21°58′
Cnj 07°Cn25 MIRZAM To have one’s say.
Aspects to Plu 17°Cp28 -21°34′
Cnj 16°Cp53 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
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