Astrology of Today – Saturday, September 15, 2018

 

Today’s Moon:

• The Moon is in Sagittarius.
• The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
• We are in between the New Moon (which occurred on the 9th) and the First Quarter Moon (which will happen on the 16th).

Retrogrades/Stations:

• Mars is in its post-retrograde shadow until October 8th (Mars was retrograde from June 26th to August 27th).
• Venus is in its pre-retrograde shadow (Venus will be retrograde from October 5th to November 16th).
• Current retrogrades: Uranus, Neptune, Pluto, and Chiron.

 

Daily Horoscopes/Astro Highlights for each Sign:

Aries

Mercury is connecting well with Pluto today, dear Aries, and will harmonize with Jupiter tomorrow. You can arrive at useful conclusions for making improvements to your health, work schedules, and daily affairs. Today is about tuning out the distractions and focusing on what truly matters for making improvements. Good energy is with you for feeling confident about the work you do. You are more than willing to put in the detail work involved with moving towards a long-term or ambitious goal. This may be time for gaining information that is valuable to your career or health, or that deepens your understanding of a matter. Motivation is high right now. A question, puzzle, or project can consume you in an entirely welcome way.

Taurus

There is a lot of activity in your romance and creativity sector these days, dear Taurus, and today’s energies are especially excellent for meaningful conversations and the gaining of valuable insight into a person or your own desires. Communications are in great shape today and tomorrow. There is more depth, intensity, and sincerity or meaning to your discussions, studies, creative work, and possibly a romantic involvement. Channeling your energies into a project or relationship can be worthwhile. You are patient with people, ideas, and creations today, and this patience brings rewards. You have the power to persuade gently, lead, and influence now. Romantic relationships can improve and grow.

Gemini

There is increased power and passion in your communications or thoughts today, dear Gemini, as you’re not content to only scratch the surface of an issue, you want to get to the bottom of it! You have a firm grip on your capabilities today, too. You are inclined to poke and prod until you feel comfortable that you know enough. New strategies and developments in your personal or family life can be beneficial, and conversations can be helpful and revealing. Secrets may emerge, in a relieving way rather than an uncomfortable one, and you can benefit from speaking with someone close to you. There is more persuasiveness to your personality today, and you’re inclined to think more seriously and deeply. Today and tomorrow are excellent for emotional strength.

Cancer

There is unique energy available to you today for getting to the bottom of matters, dear Cancer, and with a determined mindset, you can turn up some treasure. You are not necessarily putting all of your cards on the table, and, in fact, might benefit from some restraint or discretion, but you can make headway with projects and plans, and you may very well learn remarkable things about a special person in your life. When it comes to a close relationship or partnership, there can be an incredible bonding moment today, possibly over a shared secret or private matter. This is also a good day for finding the motivation and determination to complete a project you’ve left unfinished. You’re not inclined to give up on something too quickly now.

Leo

The pleasant intensity of the day is likely to benefit you most in the practical world, dear Leo. You’re devising great plans and coming up with ideas that can help you for some time to come. Sound energy is with you for concentrating and focusing on those things that genuinely matter regarding securing your future, work, and health. Financial, business, and other practical matters can thrive, as you’re especially sharp and skilled at getting to the heart of a situation. Reducing and pruning efforts are most beneficial with Mercury and Pluto in harmony. Changing your mind’s focus can facilitate healing and physical strength, too, and tuning out distractions can do you a world of good.

Virgo

You can be filled with strength, determination, and resolve today, dear Virgo, and you’re determined to make something work for you. People are drawn to your intensity, and you may be feeling creatively inspired. You might discover an entertaining passion or interest that is pleasantly absorbing with Mercury in your sign harmonizing with Pluto. This aspect can put you in an advantageous position today, particularly related to creative projects, personal appeal, romance, or children, but it can also be a time for gathering valuable information. You may very well have an ace up your sleeve.

Libra

Today and tomorrow are excellent for learning something significant about your past that will help you to move forward, dear Libra, as well as for ideas that strengthen your family or home life. New insights or information coming in can be particularly useful. You may be in the position to be supportive, and this can be rewarding to you. You are seeing what others are overlooking, and you’re in a healthy place emotionally. Conversations or deep thoughts about a past matter can pull up some exciting revelations that you can genuinely use. You might also work hard on fixing a problem in your home or a personal challenge, and it’s satisfying to put something behind you.

Scorpio

Revelations related to friendships and special projects can be powerful today and tomorrow, dear Scorpio. You can be redefining your goals and what it is you truly value. Sound energy is with you for connecting, learning, and communicating. There can be a moment of truth or new insight in a friendship today. Connections made now can be very fruitful, too. It’s true that conversations today tend to veer towards the serious, but this is exactly how you like them, and they’re especially useful! You’re in an excellent position to persuade, share, and connect. Learning flows well. You may be doing some guiding or teaching, and you could turn a situation that doesn’t look great right around.

Sagittarius

You’re in an excellent position to clear a matter up or resolve a problem today and tomorrow, dear Sagittarius. Mercury is at the top of your solar chart, and others hear you loud and clear. It’s harmonizing with Pluto today and your ruler, Jupiter, tomorrow, putting you in a most advantageous position. Use your voice for good! You can come to excellent strategies or programs for improving your outlook and belief in yourself. Insights are powerful now, and might also revolve around business, money, and work, and establishing yourself in this way. It’s a day for opening your eyes to something you may have glossed over in the past, or perhaps were not yet ready to see, and doing so benefits you greatly. There can also be a satisfying sense that you’re growing in a relationship, or a partner might come through for you.

Capricorn

This can be a good day for a personal revelation or honest conversation with a trusted person in your life, dear Capricorn. Mercury harmonizes with your sign, Jupiter, and Pluto, opening up opportunities to grow and improve, and this may be about facing a truth or seeing facts that you previously overlooked. The information you come across now can lead to inspiring, eye-opening ideas and insights. It’s also a good time for promoting and publishing efforts, educational endeavors, studies, and for presenting your ideas. You’re most intrigued by uncharted realms of topics now, and you may be doing some guiding or teaching that’s especially satisfying.

Aquarius

Today and tomorrow are particularly favorable for feeling directed and goal-oriented, dear Aquarius. You are naturally, instinctively attracting the right information, and the connections you make (either with people or knowledge or both) can be especially advantageous. The focus should be on strategy and plans of action rather than quick maneuvers with Mercury in favorable aspect to Pluto and Jupiter. You might open your eyes to something now, as you’re now truly ready to see it. You’re more likely to go along with changes rather than resist them since you are craving improvement, progress, and growth on an emotional level. Lifestyle changes might be made from today forward.

Pisces

The desire to be productive, useful, and helpful is very strong today, dear Pisces, with Mercury in harmony with Pluto, and you’re motivated to make changes or to pursue a new path that improves your life. This can be as simple as an attitude change in light of recent revelations. Sharing ideas can be very fruitful now. Friends can have valuable input, or you may have something useful to share with them. An understanding with someone close to you can be a nice form of release and relief. Communications with a partner or friend are particularly sincere and meaningful today and tomorrow, as well as motivating. It’s an excellent period for focus, concentration, and an increased feeling of mission, passion, or purpose.

* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here.

If Your Birthday is September 15th, If Today is Your Birthday full horoscope here.

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:

Planet Color Key: The longer the bar, the slower the aspecting planet and the longer the duration of the planet’s transit.

 

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The purple marker above shows where we are in the current moon phase cycle.

 

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Today’s Transits (Eastern Time)

 

Date & Time: Sep 15 2018  0:00 am

Event: Moon in 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: Sep 15 2018  0:29 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ura

Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Uranus

There can be vague insecurity stimulated now, as we feel a little out of control faced with unpredictable events or feelings. There may be a conflict between a desire for familiarity and comfort, and the need for a change or excitement.

Date & Time: Sep 15 2018  3:58 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: Sep 15 2018  4:30 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Cer

Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Ceres

We can be feeling pleasantly attached to, or supported by, our loved ones or family. We are seeking out security, nurturing, and warmth, and we are more likely to express these things towards others.

Date & Time: Sep 15 2018  5:42 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Nod

Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting North Node

A good time for dealing with the public, for making connections, and for taking positive steps towards a personal or professional goal. You are able to make changes. This is a feel-good time for embracing new opportunities.

Date & Time: Sep 15 2018  6:34 am

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jup

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Jupiter

Date & Time: Sep 15 2018  7:35 am

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: Sep 15 2018  3:02 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ven

Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Venus

Date & Time: Sep 15 2018  10:53 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Mer Tri Plu

Description: Transiting Mercury Trine Transiting Pluto

This is a good time for serious and determined study and investigation. We are drawn to looking for truths and to unexplored topics and ideas. Penetrating conversation. Power in speech. Persuasion. Talk of change and sexuality. Psychological issues. Exposure.

Date & Time: Sep 15 2018  11:43 pm

Event: Tr-Tr Jup SSq Cer

Description: Transiting Jupiter SemiSquare Transiting Ceres

We may be putting a lot of energy and time into our loved ones or projects and causes, but we have a tendency to do this to excess. We can experience overload or a feeling that we can’t pursue our own goals as a result.

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Strong Signs, Elements, Modes

 

Today’s Emphasized Signs of the Zodiac

 

VIRGO STRONG

Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.

SCORPIO STRONG

Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, the power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, overly dramatic.

SAGITTARIUS STRONG

Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.

 

Today’s Elemental Balance

 

EARTH STRONG

Earth signs are Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn. We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.

AIR WEAK

We may have a difficult time being objective or detached. We may not be especially communicative.

 

Today’s Modal Balance

 

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. 

MUTABLE STRONG

The Mutable signs are: Sagittarius, Pisces, Gemini, and Virgo. We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.

 

Today’s Lunar Phase

 

LUNAR PHASE: CRESCENT

Moon 45 to 90 degrees ahead of the Sun. 

This is an eager, impulsive, and progressive time. We are motivated and ready to take on challenges.

 

The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EDT) on September 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 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).

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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.

9TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Right lymphatic vessels 

Sabian Symbol: A mother with her children on stairs.

ASPECTS OF THE MOON

SQUARE NEPTUNE  Orb 6°50′ Applying

We may feel a need to escape or to rewrite our lives in various ways – by seeing what we want to see, for example. This is a short time in which there can be lack of clarity. Emotional and physical sensitivity.

THE SUN

THE SUN IN VIRGO

This is a good time for taking care of business, getting organized, discriminating, analyzing, taking care of health, and paying better attention to daily routines.

23RD DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver 

Sabian Symbol: A lion-tamer rushes fearlessly into the circus arena.

ASPECTS OF THE SUN

CONJUNCTION MERCURY  Orb 4°48′ Applying

Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.

TRINE PLUTO  Orb 3°56′ Separating

You are a powerful person with strong leadership abilities. You know when to be assertive and when to compromise. You are able to apply yourself to the job at hand.

OPPOSITION CHIRON  Orb 7°42′ Applying

We can feel especially sensitive to criticism or fear rejection now, or could struggle with a situation where we may need to humble ourselves. People or circumstances may seem to be exposing or playing on our vulnerabilities. This can be an opportunity to recognize problem areas that need work, however.

MERCURY

MERCURY IN VIRGO

We’re more focused on precision, attention to detail, and practical affairs. We’re inclined to pick problems apart. We’re discriminating and critical.

18TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Obliquus abdominis muscles 

Sabian Symbol: Two girls playing with a ouija board.

ASPECTS OF MERCURY

SEXTILE JUPITER  Orb 1°25′ Applying

Positive thinking, new insights, cooperation,  short trips, writing, teaching, studying, submitting applications and forms, test taking, and making diagnoses and observations. We more readily exercise good judgment and are open to learning.

OPPOSITION NEPTUNE  Orb 3°05′ Separating

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.

TRINE PLUTO  Orb 0°51′ Applying

This is a good time for serious and determined study and investigation. We are drawn to looking for truths and to unexplored topics and ideas. 

VENUS

VENUS IN SCORPIO

There is a love of investigation, intimacy, depth connections, and consuming relationships and pastimes.

5TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Testicles, left side of uterus 

Sabian Symbol: A massive, rocky shore.

ASPECTS OF VENUS

SQUARE MARS  Orb 3°08′ Separating

You may have some difficulty being patient with loved ones. You can be aggressive and irritable when others fail to keep up with your activities. You can be equally impatient with yourself.

SEXTILE SATURN  Orb 1°32′ Separating

You are a loyal and faithful partner. You like commitment and a common purpose in relationships.

OPPOSITION URANUS  Orb 2°10′ Separating

An exciting creative person or project might suddenly come to light, creating a little tension. Social affairs are unpredictable. There can be aloofness or rebelliousness in relationships, with fashion and trends, and in our tastes. There may be distancing in relationships. There can be issues with personal freedom and expression which seem to counter closeness or intimacy.

MARS

MARS IN AQUARIUS

You will fight for just causes. You are unpredictable, but will probably be a group leader. You may become rebellious when angry.

2ND DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Left tibial nerve 

Sabian Symbol: An unexpected thunderstorm.

ASPECTS OF MARS

SQUARE URANUS  Orb 0°57′ Applying

The desire to assert independence and to dominate can be strong. Impulsiveness can be a problem. We can be rebellious and willful, ignoring others’ needs in the process.

SEXTILE CHIRON  Orb 0°32′ Separating

You have the opportunity to be an empathetic and powerful leader of the downtrodden people of the world.

CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE  Orb 3°42′ Applying

You may experience difficulty being assertive and finding the drive to succeed, or alternatively, you may have a tendency to misdirect your energies. Your current life lesson to express your energy positively and assertively. Your talent for independent action needs to be developed.

JUPITER

JUPITER IN SCORPIO

We are drawn to depth experiences and deep, transformative changes.  Prosperous areas are psychology, investigation, agencies, directing. (October 10th, 2017 to November 8th, 2018)

20TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO

Part of Body: Ligaments of penis, Bartholin’s glands 

Sabian Symbol: A woman drawing two dark curtains aside.

ASPECTS OF JUPITER

TRINE NEPTUNE  Orb 4°31′ Separating

You are artistic and may also be religious. You have a need to help others and may feel you have a calling. You have the ability to inspire other people’s talents as well.

SEXTILE PLUTO  Orb 0°33′ Separating

You have a chance to achieve a great deal. Your knowledge is broad as you are interested in so many things. You may make a career in the occult or studying the deepest mysteries of life.

SATURN

SATURN IN CAPRICORN

Conservation, moderation, definition, structure, simplicity, and realism are themes now. We might also be striving for more authority in a particular area of our lives now. This is a time for making clear choices and decisions, for weeding out what isn’t working for us, and for letting go of lost causes, particularly related to our life path choices, careers, and long-term goals. (from December 19, 2017, to March 21, 2020; and then from July 1 to December 17, 2020).

3RD DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of thigh 

Sabian Symbol: The human soul receptive to growth and understanding.

ASPECTS OF SATURN

TRINE URANUS  Orb 0°38′ Separating

You have a talent for investigation. You look at new ideas and are able then to put them into action. In business, you achieve much in your own independent way.

SQUARE CHIRON  Orb 2°08′ Separating

There can be fears now of not being competent or effective enough to meet our responsibilities, or we could find it hard to strike out on a unique path, again due to fears or insecurities. The desire to break from the status quo is strong, but we may not have the necessary confidence to do so. We may have difficulties empathizing with others and understanding ourselves.

URANUS

URANUS IN TAURUS

(1934 – 1942) We approach money and personal possessions in new ways and learn how to free ourselves from certain material constraints. Innovative ways to make ourselves comfortable emerge. We’re less inhibited about expressing sensuality, self-love, body love, and pampering. We’re challenging what we previously valued. There can be abrupt changes with money, valuables, possessions, and income that lead to a reshuffling of priorities or values. Income might come from non-traditional sources or ventures. We’re bringing progressive ideas to the world of business. New ways of doing business, as well as making, viewing, and handling money are likely. Income and the energy we put into making money can be variable. (May 15, 2018, to November 6, 2018, then March 6, 2019, to July 7, 2025, and then November 7, 2025, to April 25, 2026). 

2ND DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Palate 

Sabian Symbol: An electrical storm.

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)

15TH DEGREE OF PISCES

Part of Body: Left cutaneous veins 

Sabian Symbol: An officer preparing to drill his men.

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).

19TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN

Part of Body: Ligaments of left knee 

Sabian Symbol: A child of about five with a huge shopping bag.

 

Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and by Degree

CHIRON

CHIRON IN ARIES
Your sense of being has been violated in some way and you may fear asserting yourself. You may also over-compensate by attempting to be the first at everything. Physically you may suffer head wounds. You may become a pioneer in a way which will be of service to humanity.

1ST DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Cerebrum 

Sabian Symbol: A woman has risen out of the ocean; a seal is embracing her.

VESTA IN SAGITTARIUS

You have the ability to work relentlessly for a cause in which you believe. You need to make sure you do not exclude other people’s points of view. You have visions and enjoy the adventure of discovery in your work.

30TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS

Part of Body: Pear-shaped muscle 

Sabian Symbol: The pope blessing the faithful.

PALLAS IN VIRGO

You have an analytical mind which you can apply to detailed and exhaustive projects. Your powers of discrimination are strong. You also have executive abilities. You may become involved in the field of health.

6TH DEGREE OF VIRGO

Part of Body: Descending colon 

Sabian Symbol: A merry-go-round.

JUNO IN TAURUS

You need to feel safe and secure in your relationships. You want your partner to be reliable and stable and are likely to want a traditional marriage.

28TH DEGREE OF TAURUS

Part of Body: Deltoid muscle and main neck muscles 

Sabian Symbol: A mature woman reawakened to romance.

CERES

CERES IN LIBRA

You feel cared for when your loved ones create an atmosphere of peace and beauty. You like to co-operate with those close to you.

5TH DEGREE OF LIBRA

Part of Body: Renal pyramids 

Sabian Symbol: A man teaching the true inner knowledge.

 

ERIS IN ARIES

24TH DEGREE OF ARIES

Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle 

Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.

 

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.

5TH DEGREE OF LEO

Part of Body: Right carotid artery 

Sabian Symbol: Rock formations at the edge of a precipice.

 

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.

5TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS

Part of Body: Nerve of right fibula 

Sabian Symbol: A council of ancestors.

 

**Conjunctions to Select Fixed Stars on September 15, 2018.**