- The Moon is in Scorpio until 5:13 AM.
- The Moon is void until 5:13 AM (since 6:21 PM yesterday).
- The Moon is in Sagittarius from 5:13 AM forward (until Sunday, July 17th, at 3:32 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its First Quarter phase until 11:04 PM, after which the Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase.
- A First Quarter Moon occurred on the 11th and a Full Moon will occur on the 19th.
- Mars is direct and in its post-retrograde shadow until August 22nd.
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
It will be especially important to avoid going over the top today, dear Aries particularly when it comes to what you’re saying. You might communicate something, likely very positive but perhaps exaggerated, and this can lead to complications down the road. Try not to count on plans that appear to be a little too unrealistic, but do stretch your mind and entertain bigger ideas and plans. You are very much geared towards having some fun these days with planets entering your entertainment center, and you are craving more time to get creative, but work and chores also call strongly. Consider finding a balance between work and play rather than overdoing one or the other.
Taurus
There may be some scattering of energies today, dear Taurus, as it can be difficult to truly know what you want, although it would be a good idea to try to uncover the source of any discontent you feel now. You can be on the fence about whether to play things safe or to take a personal risk. Check in with yourself to understand whether your impulses are based on real need and not just boredom! The tendency is to exaggerate and overstate your feelings, but this can get you into tricky territory.
Gemini
Your responses to others are generous today, dear Gemini, and while this is wonderful on some levels, there is a tendency now to overstate or exaggerate. This can happen quite sincerely in the moment, but may be based on restlessness or an overestimation of your needs. As such, later on you may question why you made the statements you did! You might also misjudge your energy to follow through on something as motivation levels can be very high but then dip rather dramatically.
Cancer
A big part of you wants to settle in and enjoy a slower pace, dear Cancer, but your curiosity and some emotional restlessness can stir the pot now. There is a tendency to either talk too much or too prematurely, and for your mind to wander away from the here and now. While some woolgathering is just fine, it might also be a form of procrastination when time might be better spent focusing on current practical needs. If you can tame these unproductive tendencies, the day can be wonderfully positive.
Leo
You’re ready to take on challenges without much in the way of further thought today, dear Leo, but remember that a little circumspection and strategy can go a long way now. You have a real zest for action, but not necessarily a solid plan to go by. Watch for taking things too far, particularly when it comes to spending and indulging, but also with regards to speaking too soon about a matter. Look for new ways to get creative.
Virgo
Generally speaking, you are talented at taming expectations, dear Virgo, as you are a predominantly practical soul. You typically don’t want to get too hyped about what might only be a pipe dream. However, Jupiter challenges this ability today. The temptation is strong to take on more than you should, to count on something to come through, or to make promises that can eventually be difficult to keep. Dare to dream, but don’t overlook the fine print in the process. If you choose to help someone today, choose carefully. You may be reading people incorrectly just for now.
Libra
You can present yourself as especially sociable and may be seen as everyone’s friend today, dear Libra. While it’s sincere, you may not feel like following through or taking on new commitments later on, as energy and confidence tend to lift up very high and then dip, much like a sugar high. As such, be moderate with promises – or don’t make promises at all. This is about thinking you can do more than you truly can. Remember your limits. Keeping busy is a must with the Moon moving into your communications sector this morning.
Scorpio
Your professional duties or personal responsibilities can be pressing today, dear Scorpio, but a good part of you would prefer to go your own way. It can be difficult focusing on priorities now, as much as you’d like to. Look for a balance rather than trying to push either one drive or the other. Watch for some tendency for friends to exaggerate, or for news you hear to be exaggerated. Distractions aside, you can be feeling quite optimistic now.
Sagittarius
Today, you are likely craving something deeper from your relationships than your manner implies, dear Sagittarius, so that there can be some mixed signals or letdowns. The drama of intimacy attracts you, but you’re coming across as lighthearted, playful, and casual making it difficult to get the kinds of responses you want. The key to handling the day well is to be moderate – avoid going over the top. Your opinion may be sought and delivering it humbly will make a world of difference.
Capricorn
You are a little more sensitive than usual today and probably prefer to keep to yourself, dear Capricorn, with the Moon retreating into your solar twelfth house. It would be wise to avoid situations that might demand too much of your emotional energy. However, you may end up committing to something that will probably end up draining you. As such, reconsider and remember your usual limits when you’re tempted to go above and beyond. Your dreams and plans can be very grand today. Let your imagination go. The finer details may need attention later.
Aquarius
You seek out company today, dear Aquarius, and begin to focus less on achievement and accomplishment. While the day should feel good on many levels, there is some inclination to feel restless which can stimulate the urge to go to excess. Overstating is a potential problem right now. In truth, you may simply be looking for more meaning to your life and a deeper connection to the world around you, and it would behoove you to explore the roots of dissatisfaction, particularly in the world of relationships. What you tend to say today may not accurately reflect what you truly want and need.
Pisces
Watch for a tendency to gloss over or neglect important details today, dear Pisces, both personally and professionally. In your relationships, you may be wanting more drama or “proof” that someone cares. Alternatively, someone may be seeking this from you. True equality should be the goal right now, so if the thought “I am doing all of this for you” arises, you know you’re heading in the wrong direction. Do only what you want to do, and this way you won’t have to deal with resentful feelings. When it comes to work or chores, you might feel you can take on a lot, but keep in mind that energy and time may not match your optimism today. The Moon’s move to the top of your solar chart this morning stimulates a desire for more order and purpose in your life for the next couple of days.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign.
If Your Birthday is July 15th, If Today is Your Birthday full horoscope here.
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 (for the astrology of the week, see This Week in Astrology):
Date & Time: 15 Jul 2016 5:13 am
Event: Moon enters 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: 15 Jul 2016 4:26 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Ceres
Date & Time: 15 Jul 2016 5:14 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sag
Description: Transiting Moon Entering 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: 15 Jul 2016 7:15 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Plu
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Pluto
Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: 15 Jul 2016 11:42 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: 15 Jul 2016 1:46 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: 15 Jul 2016 4:20 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Pal
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Pallas
Our judgment may be temporarily impaired by excessive emotions, or emotional bias. We may be experiencing a conundrum. Someone’s belief or idea can make us feel insecure or out of sorts, or otherwise rub us the wrong way. There can be sensitivity to others’ opinions experienced now.
Date & Time: 15 Jul 2016 11:02 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Sun
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Sun
What we feel and what we think we should do can be at odds with one another temporarily. There can be discontent or indecisiveness. We could be feeling out of sorts. Tensions will pass.
Date & Time: 15 Jul 2016 11:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ura
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Uranus
We can easily find ourselves all wound up and nervous. Unpredictable responses from others (and ourselves). Emotional eruptions are possible. Not a good time to make permanent decisions, particularly about relationships and family/domestic matters.
Date & Time: 15 Jul 2016 3:22 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cpl Plu
Description: Transiting Mercury ContraParallel Transiting Pluto
Date & Time: 15 Jul 2016 12:42 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ven SSq Jup
Description: Transiting Venus SemiSquare Transiting Jupiter
We are easily distracted, craving pleasure or leisure. We may be overdoing things, overselling ourselves, or overstating our affections.
Date & Time: 15 Jul 2016 11:02 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Cpl Sat
Description: Transiting Venus ContraParallel Transiting Saturn
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
CANCER STRONG
Nurturing, protective, tenacious, emotional sensitive, watery, strong roots. Can be overly protective, unwilling to let go, timid, reclusive.
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.
EARTH WEAK
There can be a lack of desire, interest, or skills regarding practical affairs. We may not be very much in touch with reality. Difficulties concentrating, grounding ourselves.
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.
Current 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 July 15th:
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 lifetime).
The Moon through Pluto: Signs, Aspect, & Degree
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 MERCURY Orb 0°07′ 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.
TRINE VENUS Orb 0°48′ 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.
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 7°00′ Applying
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.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN CANCER
Our attention is turned to our nest – our families, homes, and anything that makes us feel at home, safe, and secure. We take more pride in these things. We are more inclined to nurture and take care of our loved ones and our pet projects.
24TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Blood vessels of digestive organs
Sabian Symbol: A woman and two men on a bit of sunlit land facing south.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
TRINE MARS Orb 1°06′ Applying
Energy and vitality are strong. A good time to take the initiative. Effective decision-making is possible now.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 0°50′ Applying
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this need, we could cause some problems or feel restless and irritable. There could be rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Use this time to see what changes need to be made.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 1°31′ Applying
We find it easier to bounce back from criticism, rejection, or feelings of insecurity; to humble ourselves. We can be filled with a sense of purpose. We more easily cooperate with others.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left carotid artery
Sabian Symbol: A man formally dressed and a deer with its horns folded (hanging on a club-house wall).
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 0°55′ Applying
We are more agreeable, sociable, and focused on balance and harmony. Conversations flow nicely.
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.
5TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right carotid artery
Sabian Symbol: Rock formations at the edge of a precipice.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE SATURN Orb 6°12′ Applying
You are a dependable, stable and dutiful partner. You enjoy organising social occasions. You have the ability to form good business partnerships.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
25TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Coccyx, Fallopian tubes
Sabian Symbol: An x ray.
ASPECTS OF MARS
QUINCUNX URANUS Orb 0°15′ Separating
We may be looking to dominate or to assert our independence if we feel trapped, restricted, or otherwise limited. Impulsiveness can be a problem. With creativity, we may be able to break through obstacles in unusual and unique ways.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 0°24′ Applying
There is more courage to face problems. Fighting for the underdog. Physical healing can help inner healing, and vice versa.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN VIRGO
You have a strong desire to be of service, and high religious or spiritual ideals. You may also have an obsession with detailed perfection.
20TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Bile duct
Sabian Symbol: An automobile caravan.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE PLUTO Orb 3°14′ Separating
You are enthusiastic about so many things, and have ambition to succeed. You naturally find yourself in leadership positions and react well to them.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 5°51′ Applying
This can be a time when we are hungry for meaning and understanding, but it can be difficult to align ourselves with a personal philosophy or belief system that truly reflects our core. We might be led astray by beliefs and ideas now, or we might experience some form of crisis of faith.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 5°11′ Separating
Your current life challenge is to embrace adventure. You may find yourself in situations which inspire you to see the big picture. Inspiring others, possibly through preaching or teaching, may be part of your life’s destiny. Benevolent groups may also play a key role.
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)
11TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Adductor muscles
Sabian Symbol: The lamp of physical enlightenment at the left temple.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 1°21′ Separating
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.
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).
25TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.
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)
12TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of right foot
Sabian Symbol: An examination of initiates.
ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°16′ Applying
You have a tendency to daydream and live in a fantasy world, possibly even escaping into the world of drugs and depression. Your quest in this life is to put your creative talents to positive use.
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).
17TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of left tibia
Sabian Symbol: Someone surreptitiously bathing in the nude.
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).
26TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar nerves
Sabian Symbol: A new moon that divides its influences.
VESTA
VESTA IN GEMINI
Networking and coordinating are two key factors in your work. You enjoy communicating and exchanging information, particularly at work. You have a tendency to avoid emotions, in favor of intellectual conversations. You may be a committed writer.
26TH DEGREE OF GEMINI
Part of Body: Wrist bone
Sabian Symbol: Winter frost in the woods.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN PISCES
You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.
6TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left cuboid bone
Sabian Symbol: Officers on dress parade.
JUNO
JUNO IN SCORPIO
You want an intense and sexual relationship. You want your partner’s total attention and demand a high degree of sensuality.
1ST DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Urethra
Sabian Symbol: A sight-seeing bus.
CERES
CERES IN ARIES
You feel cared for when people are allowing you to be independent. You also believe that the best way of caring for others is to let them be themselves. You will suffer if you feel dominated or caged in.
30TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Parotid gland
Sabian Symbol: A duck pond and its brood.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
15TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: ‘Bare area’ of liver
Sabian Symbol: An ornamental handkerchief.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
15TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left cutaneous veins
Sabian Symbol: An officer preparing to drill his men.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits 15 Jul 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 23°Cn34 +21°22′
Cnj 23°Cn26 POLLUX Pain of creativity,competitive
Aspects to Mar 24°Sc41 -21°39′
Cnj 24°Sc01 AGENA The pain of learning
Aspects to Sat 10°Sg25 -20°19′
Cnj 09°Sg59 ANTARES *** Success which can be obsessive
Aspects to Plu 16°Cp01 -21°07′
Cnj 15°Cp33 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Cnj 16°Cp52 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Pal 05°Pi38 +13°59′
Cnj 05°Pi33 DENEB ADIGE Artistic, strong will.
Aspects to Cer 29°Ar40 +01°41′
Cnj 00°Ta38 MIRACH In harmony to be receptive
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