- The Moon is in Aries until 11:37 AM.
- The Moon is void from 2:18 AM until 11:37 AM.
- The Moon is in Taurus from 11:37 AM forward (until Thursday, July 28th, at 2:16 PM).
- The Moon is waning and in its Waning Gibbous phase until 6:59 PM, after which the Moon is in its Last Quarter phase.
- A Last Quarter Moon occurs today at 6:59 PM.
- Mars is direct and in its post-retrograde shadow until August 22nd.
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
You are confident and expressive today, dear Aries, although you may have some difficulty choosing between a safe choice and a slightly riskier one. The energy is quite creative but a little volatile, so that there can be some ups and downs in how you perceive things. However, open, forward-looking conversations can inspire you today. It could be that a conversation occurs now that clears the air, or news stimulates a desire to reconsider the pursuit of a goal. Learning new things or gaining an interesting perspective on a matter can figure strongly now.
Taurus
The first half of the day tends to be on the quiet side, dear Taurus, and you might even prefer some anonymity. However, once the Moon moves into Taurus towards midday, you begin to crave a stronger connection to the world around you. Even so, your pursuit of increased independence may cause a few waves on the home front or with people in your life who would prefer your undivided attention. There can be a meaningful conversation or news later today that makes you quite hopeful about a family situation, or that serves to motivate you to push forward with domestic plans. There may be a clearing of the air, or you could be seeing opportunities to put the negative elements of the past behind you. Family matters are sharply in focus, and an emotional breakthrough is entirely possible.
Gemini
The day begins rather spiritedly, dear Gemini, but towards midday, you’re likely to want to tone down the excitement and seek out a little more peace and quiet. This is due to the Moon’s move into your privacy sector. Even so, you can benefit from conversations today, as people’s thinking is particularly progressive. Look for opportunities to discover new interests. Friends can inspire you to think creatively or might encourage you to try something new. Today may not be a time for getting to conclusions, but entertaining new and unique ideas comes naturally now.
Cancer
You continue to want to keep on top of things, dear Cancer, particularly your responsibilities. Towards midday, however, you seek out pressure-free activities and diversions. Even so, your mind continues to entertain ideas on business or practical levels today, with great success. There can be a focus of interest and conversation on business matters, money, personal possessions, and fundamental values. There may be good news or something that makes you feel especially confident and hopeful about the future, especially along practical lines. Keep your mind open to new information – not all ideas considered now will lead to something concrete, but one of them might click into place.
Leo
The Moon’s move to the top of your solar chart today can turn your attention to expectations, dear Leo – what you expect of yourself and what others expect of you. This can certainly stimulate your ambitions to be the best you can be. While you might feel a bit of a scramble to get things into place, you’re in a good position to bring more order to your life. Your communications also have more impact than usual. You may be communicating with more enthusiasm and courage. Higher education pursuits can thrive. You are entertaining new ideas and perspectives that excite and motivate you. You’ll want to be on top of the latest developments in various fields of interest today.
Virgo
Your attention span may be a little short today, dear Virgo, but your openness to new ideas is admirable and can lead you to useful discoveries. You might reawaken a topic from the past or gain new insight into an old issue. There can be a real feeling of purging or release involved with bringing something hidden to light. Your inner world is animated today. For some of you, intimate conversations can be inspiring. New opportunities can emerge that turn your attention behind the scenes. You can accomplish a lot now, although effort may be going into research of personal interests rather than work. Ideas and communications flow right now.
Libra
Whether or not you want some space or more depth to a connection can be an issue today, dear Libra. Emotions that you may have recently brushed aside may emerge now and could be a little confusing at the outset. Even so, your social life can be quite animated, and there may be a nice flow of conversation or information that’s genuinely useful to you. Even with complicated feelings today, aim to be open to possibilities and also to making changes related to a partner or friend. Self-expression comes quite easily now, and you may be developing a pleasant rapport with people around you.
Scorpio
Today is good for exploring new ideas and possibilities, dear Scorpio, particularly related to your practical goals and/or career. Your ideas or intelligence might receive special attention now. Excellent energy is with you now for getting over things, living in the present, and looking forward to the future, rather than dwelling on the past. New insights into your career path or simply a work project can emerge today that can truly move things forward. There can be an improvement to your methods that increases productivity or saves you a little time.
Sagittarius
Playful energy is with you today, dear Sagittarius, but from midday forward, you begin to concern yourself more and more with practical matters, chores, and responsibilities. You’re a little more sensitive than usual to those things that are left uncertain or out of order. This can be a strong time for picking up good advice, as it seems to be circulating, and for exploring interesting and unique topics with others. Your words of wisdom can be appreciated now. Travel, romantic, or creative opportunities can be opening now.
Capricorn
You can be self-protective today, dear Capricorn, but you tend to come out of your shell a little as the day progresses. Even so, you’re also very focused on observing and investigating. As a result, you may be giving off mixed signals – one side of you is playful and casual, and the other part is taking life seriously. There can be a strong desire or an opportunity to speak about a private, hidden, or taboo matter. You may be clearing the air now, and feeling some form of release as a result. Family relationships or domestic issues can improve, particularly if you can think ahead of you rather than focus on what happened in the past.
Aquarius
Your curiosity and desire for variety tend to rule in the first half of today, dear Aquarius, but by midday, the desire for comfort and predictability take the lead. Even so, your mind stays rather active and alert all day. You are able to think on your feet and respond quickly. If you need or want to write, this can be a more fluent time than usual to do so. People’s minds are open to new and progressive ideas, and this makes you very happy – you’re in your element. People in your life can be especially verbal, and you can be very supportive as you bring new light to a problem or good advice to the table. Jump on an opportunity to learn more about a person or relationship.
Pisces
You can be rather single-minded in the first half of the day, dear Pisces. However, towards midday, you may be feeling a desire for more variety and intellectual stimulation. You’re likely to get it! A Mercury-Uranus combination keeps you on your toes and enlivens relationships and conversations as well. There can be refreshing points of view or perspectives that inspire you. Work, money, and health can be areas of life that stand to gain through discussions and ideas generated today. Look for opportunities to learn new methods or brush up your skills. Unusual and exciting elements on the job or in your daily routine can be in focus.
*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 some of the factors considered in the forecasts:
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 11:37 am
Event: Moon enters Taurus
Description: The Moon in Taurus
This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 2:18 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 6:59 pm
Event: Third Quarter at 4°Ta21′
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 2:18 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Uranus
Be open to new ideas. Spontaneity is the order of the day. You are free to explore new unexpected possibilities.
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 3:13 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Sat
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: Jul 26 2016 3:32 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting North Node
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 5:50 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: Jul 26 2016 7:22 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: Jul 26 2016 8:52 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Nod
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting North Node
There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 11:37 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Tau
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Taurus
This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 12:07 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nep
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 12:10 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Vesta
We can derive a nice feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment from tending to our responsibilities, work, or other commitment. We are more able to make sacrifices or put our emotions aside in order to get something important done. Alternatively, we can bring more sensitivity to our practical affairs. This can be a good time to commit fully to something – especially health and healing matters. It’s also a strong time for taking care of domestic matters.
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 2:53 pm
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: Jul 26 2016 3:17 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Juno
Something can be revealed or learned about our relationships. There can be hypersensitivity and moodiness. Temptations to manipulate or control others if we are driven by fear.
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 5:28 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Uranus
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 5:56 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: Jul 26 2016 6:59 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Sun
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Sun
This is a time for noticing discrepancies. Self-expression doesn’t flow well, and conflicts can be stirred. There can be some resistance and irritability. This can be a time when we’re compelled to take action, make changes, and solve problems.
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 10:05 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Jup
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Jupiter
Time to show some restraint. Grandiosity is not appealing. Neither is excess. Practice self-control. Self-indulgence is more likely now. We’re not as inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. We may be acting in a haughty manner.
Date & Time: Jul 26 2016 5:54 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Qnx Pal
Description: Transiting Sun Quincunx Transiting Pallas
Our ability to see things clearly or rationally can be compromised by ego issues or lack of confidence now.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
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.
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
CARDINAL WEAK
This is not a time that we tend to naturally initiate actions. We may be stronger at following up than starting anew. Survival mechanisms may be weaker now.
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.
Current Lunar Phase
LUNAR PHASE: DISSEMINATING
Moon 135 to 90 degrees behind the Sun.
Sharing our knowledge with the world is a major motivation at this stage. We believe we have gained much knowledge and wisdom through our experiences, and want to ensure others have the benefit as well.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on July 26th:
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 TAURUS
This is a time for settling in, establishing and maintaining routines, and consolidating existing projects. We are building and developing. We crave predictability, stability, and security. This time favors ongoing projects and activities more than new ones.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE THE SUN Orb 3°51′ Applying
There can be a conflict between our intentions and our emotions now. We can feel tense and unsatisfied until we take care of problems. We can be unsure about whether we want support or to do things independently.
TRINE MERCURY Orb 6°48′ 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.
CONJUNCTION URANUS Orb 5°43′ Separating
This can be a time when we feel a need to make a change, however big or small, and we may feel compelled to experiment or improvise. We don’t want to feel restricted by routine or convention now.
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.
5TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right carotid artery
Sabian Symbol: Rock formations at the edge of a precipice.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
TRINE MARS Orb 6°31′ Separating
Energy and vitality are strong. A good time to take the initiative. Effective decision-making is possible now.
TRINE SATURN Orb 5°57′ 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.
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.
24TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Papillary muscles
Sabian Symbol: A yogi with transcendent powers yet untidy & unkempt.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 5°40′ Separating
We are more agreeable, sociable, and focused on balance and harmony. Conversations flow nicely.
SQUARE MARS Orb 4°07′ Applying
Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is likely, but may go a little too far. Impulsive speech or other communications. Mechanical breakdowns are possible.
TRINE URANUS Orb 1°05′ Applying
We are mentally alert and aware, and might be experimenting or opening our minds to new ideas. We could be feeling inspired, and our thinking is inventive. Varying our usual routine may be rewarding.
QUINCUNX CHIRON Orb 1°27′ Applying
There can be less confidence in our decisions temporarily. Words, or lack of, can hurt right now. There is greater sensitivity to what is being said, choice of words, and syntax.
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.
18TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right cardiac cavity
Sabian Symbol: A chemist conducts an experiment before his students.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE URANUS Orb 6°45′ Applying
We are open to new or unusual experiences. Our intuition for making changes serves us well now, and there can be good business sense, particularly for tapping into current or future trends. There is a healthy level of detachment experienced now that opens us up to new ideas, methods, art forms, and ways of relating.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
28TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Mucous membranes
Sabian Symbol: The king of the fairies approaching his domain.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE CHIRON Orb 2°40′ Separating
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.
22ND DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Gall-bladder
Sabian Symbol: A royal coat of arms.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
TRINE PLUTO Orb 5°21′ 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 3°46′ 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.
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°32′ 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 1°48′ Separating
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).
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
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).
25TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: The purging of the priesthood.
VESTA
VESTA IN CANCER
You are committed to your family and loved ones, especially when they need you. However, you may withdraw like a crab into your shell if you feel hurt by those closest to you. You enjoy working with those close to you.
1ST DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Sixth rib
Sabian Symbol: Sailor ready to hoist a new flag to replace an old one.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Nerves of left foot
Sabian Symbol: Heavy traffic on a narrow isthmus linking two seaside resorts.
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.
3RD DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Prostate, uterus
Sabian Symbol: A house-raising.
CERES
CERES IN TAURUS
You feel cared for when loved ones give you a sense of stability and security. You like to be touched and stroked, and nurtured in practical ways. You also like to show others you care through practical means.
2ND DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Palate
Sabian Symbol: An electrical storm.
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.
14TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Cystic arteries
Sabian Symbol: A family tree.
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.
14TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right cutaneous veins
Sabian Symbol: A lady in fox fur.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Jul 26 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Jup 21°Vi06 +04°34′
Cnj 21°Vi50 DENEBOLA To go against society
Aspects to Sat 10°Sg01 -20°17′
Cnj 09°Sg59 ANTARES *** Success which can be obsessive
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp45 -21°10′
Cnj 15°Cp33 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Pal 03°Pi47 +13°16′
Cnj 04°Pi05 FOMALHAUT *** Success through noble ideals
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