- The Moon is in Taurus until 2:16 PM.
- The Moon is void from 11:12 AM to 2:16 PM.
- The Moon is in Gemini from 2:16 PM forward (until Saturday, July 30th, at 5:08 PM).
- The Moon is waning and in its Last Quarter phase.
- The Last Quarter Moon occurred on the 26th, and the New Moon will occur on August 2nd.
- Mars is direct and in its post-retrograde shadow until August 22nd.
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
There is steadiness to the morning, dear Aries, but keep in mind that things are winding up around you, and you need to watch for impatience later today and tomorrow as well. Uranus is coming to a station in your sign tomorrow, and a Sun-Jupiter clash today can stimulate some restlessness. Work or scheduled activities can be demanding at times. There is a tendency to either overdo and push too hard, or to avoid responsibilities altogether, and neither situation is going to leave you feeling satisfied. If you feel under the weather, it’s likely to do with immoderate activity. Frustrations require a positive channel for release, and quite possibly a creative one. The urge to connect rather than stay rooted is strong from mid-afternoon forward.
Taurus
There can be some competitive or frustrating elements with a lover or child, dear Taurus, or involving a creative project. At the same time, you can experience a strong urge to relax and take a step back from demanding situations. Some of you could be drawn to some form of recreational risk-taking. Although there may be some tendencies towards impulsiveness with money, you can also be quite motivated to get some work done or to bring money in. New ideas for making money or new businesses should be considered, but it’s better to wait for a better time to push something forward. The Moon continues to transit your sign until mid-afternoon, after which there is less urgency and more patience available to you.
Gemini
There may be some aggravations experienced today revolving around personal projects that seem outdated or slow to advance, dear Gemini. Alternatively, family and home life irritations can feel a little overwhelming. You may be feeling behind. Self-discipline is hard to access at the moment. Take it easy and look for creative solutions. Also, remind yourself that overhauling a project requires time and some level of patience, as well as innovative solutions that are not necessarily going to occur to you immediately, and certainly not if you are in a stressed out state. Even so, you can experience positive attention or feedback from others that soothes you. The Moon enters your sign this afternoon, bringing you out of your shell and ready to connect with others, but also a little impatient.
Cancer
You’re sociable today, dear Cancer, but by mid-afternoon, you may be seeking some form of escape from the hustle and bustle. You can experience some impatience today as you imagine everything that could be and compare it to what isn’t the case. However, consider that you may be overshooting. Watch that your decisions aren’t hasty. Your attention span may be short, so aim to avoid taking on too much. If you’re confined somewhere today, conflicts are more likely. Difficulties with siblings, relatives, or neighbors are possible now, but might also be necessary to move conflicts towards quicker resolution. You are in need of the kind of emotional refreshment that comes through time alone for reflection.
Leo
We should watch for impatience tripping us up today and tomorrow, dear Leo. There is a general tendency to overdo or overreach, particularly later today, and for you, perhaps overspending is part of the picture. Matters and desires might feel pressing or urgent when in fact you would be better off waiting things out. Restlessness may be a problem. By mid-afternoon, a focus on networking and friends is in order. Aim to relax enough to absorb, learn, and share ideas for making improvements. This approach is far preferable to pushing something ahead too quickly.
Virgo
You can be filled with ideas today, dear Virgo, but it can be difficult deciding on something to focus on. You can be feeling rather restless as the day advances, and also quite pressured to accomplish something, especially if circumstances or people in your life seem to be blocking your progress. If you are not actively pursuing an interest today, you can be a little moody and possibly argumentative. Others might stimulate a competitive urge in you. Seek out creative outlets for excess energy, and try to take part in an activity that allows you to take the initiative. The Moon moves into your solar tenth house mid-afternoon, and you are more sensitive to whether or not others are recognizing your achievements and contributions.
Libra
There can be a change from feeling content to observe in the first half of the day, dear Libra, to wanting to take action and participate. However, there can be fluctuating energy levels and moods experienced today, and you may have a hard time expressing yourself freely. Pushing yourself too hard doesn’t get you further faster, and might even put you in a worse position. However, things are likely to smooth out if you resolve to let go of the need to compete or to push in order to grow. Feelings might elevate mid-afternoon with the Moon’s entry into your adventure sector. You are more inclined to let bygones be bygones as you focus your attention on bigger and better things. The trick is to avoid shooting so high that you give up too quickly.
Scorpio
There may be frustrations or disagreements with friends experienced today, dear Scorpio. There may be excessive demands or crossing of boundaries at the heart of tensions. If you are feeling unusually restless, try to direct excess or frustrated energy into a more creative field, if possible. Moderation is important now, although quite difficult with the Sun and Jupiter in minor challenging aspect to one another. Uranus is coming to a station, complicating matters. While the need for peace and harmony in your relationships dominates this morning, as the day advances, you’re more inclined to want to tackle problem areas rather than sugarcoat them or push them to the side.
Sagittarius
While you can feel rather content to work on your own or at your own pace a good part of the day, dear Sagittarius, by mid-afternoon you may be itching for company. There may be some frustration or competitive elements in your dealings with authority figures, bosses, or parents today, however. There might also be tensions revolving around a business project or vision that you want to move faster than it’s currently progressing, but that requires more patience. It would be a good idea to recognize the need to make changes, but it’s also important to have a strong sense of what you can and cannot do.
Capricorn
You might take a rather carefree or slapdash approach to the first part of the day, dear Capricorn, but by mid-afternoon, you may crave a little more order and structure. Even so, your mind can be especially restless as the day advances, and there may be a conflict or frustrations brewing around different viewpoints, transportation problems, or frustrated travel or educational plans. Keep in mind, however, that any problems cropping up today are likely to be resolved quickly with the conscious employment of patience and moderation. Pressures to grow or improve can be real, but you can’t do everything all at once. Try not to rush to a conclusion.
Aquarius
While you can feel in the mood to shut yourself away in the first part of the day, dear Aquarius, by mid-afternoon, you feel more playful and ready to share yourself with others. Tensions as the day advances are likely to arise from feeling pressure to move forward too quickly, however. Safeguard your health and well-being by taking things easy. There could be a disagreement revolving around money or the sharing of power. If you’ve felt that relationships have been unbalanced or unfair recently, then this might come to a head now. Rise above immature reactions and avoid rushing.
Pisces
You tend to have a finger in many pies in the first part of the day, dear Pisces, but by mid-afternoon, you seek out comfort and familiarity. While you may be craving a break from demanding environments you could be dealing with a rather competitive person on the job or a frustrating situation with a partner. You are instinctively sensing the moods of people and the environment around you, and possibly contending with emotionally draining people or situations. Physical sensitivity may also be an issue now. The Moon’s entry into your home and family sector mid-afternoon points to a stronger need for time to relax and wind down, so do your best to avoid extra strain.
*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 28 2016 2:16 pm
Event: Moon enters Gemini
Description: The Moon in Gemini
We are attracted to new ideas, but we need to discriminate more so that we don’t become too scattered. Communications mean more to us than usual.
Date & Time: Jul 28 2016 11:12 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: Jul 28 2016 2:36 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Mercury
Date & Time: Jul 28 2016 5:33 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: Jul 28 2016 8:16 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Mercury
We may not be communicating with sensitivity. What we communicate could misrepresent what we truly feel. There could be troubles with mechanics, computers, transportation, and miscommunications. We may not be understanding one another. We can be a little fickle and not especially objective. Think before you speak. Otherwise misunderstandings are likely to occur. Count to ten if you’re feeling annoyed.
Date & Time: Jul 28 2016 11:12 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Mars
We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).
Date & Time: Jul 28 2016 2:16 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Gem
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Gemini
We are attracted to new ideas, but we need to discriminate more so that we don’t become too scattered. Communications mean more to us than usual.
Date & Time: Jul 28 2016 3:27 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Plu
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare 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: Jul 28 2016 6:30 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Juno
There can be some inclination to manipulate others to further our own goals, which should be avoided. There may be indecision regarding feelings about a relationship. Alternatively, there can be a conundrum regarding family and a relationship.
Date & Time: Jul 28 2016 7:52 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: Jul 28 2016 9:41 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Venus
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: THIRD QUARTER
Moon from 90 to 45 degrees behind the Sun.
We have strong beliefs and are likely to put them into action. We have the wisdom to know when to act, but sometimes can be inflexible.
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 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 MERCURY Orb 1°57′ Separating
It’s difficult to make decisions now as emotional needs and wants tend to conflict with what we feel are the most logical choices. Judgment may be skewed by emotions or personal bias.
OPPOSITION MARS Orb 0°27′ Separating
We may be acting on impulse now, and if we’ve been holding back our feelings, they might burst up and out now. There can be touchiness, we can be temperamental, but also courageous. There could be domestic conflict or a conflict within ourselves (whether or not to express something, or to act upon a desire).
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
TRINE SATURN Orb 3°59′ 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.
27TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Chordae tendinae
Sabian Symbol: Daybreak.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 6°29′ Separating
We are more agreeable, sociable, and focused on balance and harmony. Conversations flow nicely.
SQUARE MARS Orb 1°30′ 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 2°11′ Separating
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.
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.
21ST DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Left atrium
Sabian Symbol: Intoxicated domestic birds fly around in dizzy attempts.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
TRINE URANUS Orb 4°18′ 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.
29TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Vomer
Sabian Symbol: A woman pleading for the lives of her children.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE CHIRON Orb 3°21′ 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°45′ 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°21′ 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)
10TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left lymphatic vessels
Sabian Symbol: A stage symbolization of the “goddess of opportunity”.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 1°33′ 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′ 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).
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.
2ND DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Seventh rib
Sabian Symbol: A man on a magic carpet observes vast vistas below him.
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.
3RD DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Pharynx – oral part
Sabian Symbol: Steps up to a lawn blooming with clover.
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 28 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Jup 21°Vi28 +04°25′
Cnj 21°Vi50 DENEBOLA To go against society
Aspects to Sat 09°Sg58 -20°17′
Cnj 09°Sg59 ANTARES *** Success which can be obsessive
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp42 -21°11′
Cnj 15°Cp33 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Pal 03°Pi23 +13°05′
Cnj 04°Pi05 FOMALHAUT *** Success through noble ideals
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