The Moon is in Sagittarius all day (until Saturday, September 10th, at 8:54 AM).- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Crescent phase.
- A New Moon (solar eclipse) occurred on the 1st and the First Quarter Moon will occur tomorrow.
- Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from August 30-September 22).
Times are EDT
Horoscopes
Aries
This is a good time for taking a step-by-step or traditional approach to your tasks, dear Aries. You’re looking to improve your skills or apply your knowledge. Generally speaking, this is a favorable period for learning practical skills that you’re likely to use to your advantage in the coming years as Saturn makes its way to the top of your solar chart. There can be some distractions to deal with, but you would be wise to put serious effort into studies and personal interests. Your ideas and advice are well-received today. Others especially appreciate your more responsible or mature side right now. Someone might acknowledge how you are always there when needed.
Taurus
Realities you are facing today can spur you on, dear Taurus, and motivate you to make improvements. While you might initially feel a little disappointed, you are quick to get over it and make the best of your life. When it comes to people who have wronged you, keep in mind the expression that “the best revenge is living well” – live your life well and improve things for you, and make peace with the past as you do. You are learning to take more responsibility for your life on the deepest of levels, and kicking bad habits or controlling negative impulses are part of this. You can be quite productive today if you have something that captures your interest, and it’s also a powerful day for organizing or sorting out finances.
Gemini
You might come to a better understanding of a relationship matter today, dear Gemini, and this can boost your spirits. There can be a satisfying agreement with a partner or friend, or you might experience a nice bonding moment. Look for ways to strengthen your connections, which may involve overcoming fears and approaching people with more maturity. While there can be some restrictions and perhaps even tedium involved in your closest commitments these days, there is also a sense that you are maturing, and this can feel good. Today’s energies are a little more serious but also quite stable. You tend to be more concerned about other people in your life and their needs than your own personal agenda. Pay close attention to commitments you have made and do what you can to honor them today.
Cancer
There is a rather introspective and withdrawn energy to the day, dear Cancer, and you can use this to your advantage by focusing on those things that benefit most from focus and concentration. Turn your thoughts to long-term plans, as this is a good time for applying strategy to your thinking. Focusing on work and business affairs today can be especially fruitful. Co-workers and higher-ups look upon you with more respect. There can be good advice circulating or you might stumble upon information about a program for improving your health or effectiveness in your work or tasks.
Leo
Expectations are tricky things these days, dear Leo, particularly for you in the areas of relationships and creative projects. You may be working hard on bringing more stability and reliability to either or both of these things, and today, you’re in a good position to do so. Interactions can be on the serious side, and rightfully so. In fact, you may welcome a serious conversation about the future or a chance to show your commitment. This is a good time to bring a little more form and structure to your artistic ideas as well. You can benefit from thoroughness with whatever you are doing now, and it can serve to boost your confidence as well. Focus on strengthening and improving your work and your ties to loved ones.
Virgo
You can be feeling a little withdrawn or self-protective today, dear Virgo. There may be a reason to defend yourself or a loved one. You might feel too vulnerable to deal with outside pressures, however, so it makes sense to sidestep situations that might involve a confrontation or intense demands on your time and energy. You can, in fact, benefit now from some time to yourself away from pressures and in better touch with yourself. You may be surprised to discover just how much inner strength you have to draw upon, but allowing yourself the chance to recoup and gather more strength is useful from time to time. Look for ways to heal, repair, and rework current resources.
Libra
Willingness to release yourself from automatic behavior patterns that no longer work in your favor can get you far today, dear Libra. You may be feeling a little isolated or alone in your decision-making today, but once you get over this hump, you can feel quite confident about your capabilities. This is a strong time for having a meaningful conversation about the future or drawing up a plan of action for tackling current problems. Practical affairs tend to be favored, as riding on the emotions of the moment can be a little too unstable today. Instructive conversations can be had now, and you may stumble upon truly helpful, practical information today. Traditional methods tend to work for you now, although some updates may be necessary.
Scorpio
The Moon aligns with Saturn today, dear Scorpio, which has been moving through your solar second house. Worries about your resources and your income may emerge, but also the wherewithal to do something about them. You’re stronger about standing up to people who have not shown you respect or who are not valuing you. This is a time for discovering what has been holding you back from achieving the results you want. Earthy, grounding activities are your best bet today, as these things turn your attention to the present, reminding you of the value of what you already have. Financial matters can be faced with realism today, and a conservative or moderate approach wins the day, even though you may be resisting this to some degree. Good advice about money may be circulating. Keep in mind that resolving problems in a day is unrealistic – instead, draw up plans for tackling problem areas step by step.
Sagittarius
Your emotions are tough to ignore today, dear Sagittarius, with the Moon in your sign all day! There can be some ups and downs, however, as you may wrestle with a sense that you’re on your own or left to your own resources. Waiting for others to guess that you might want company or need help is unlikely to work in your favor. You may be better off being direct. It’s a good time for taking care of your duties and obligations because by doing so, even if it’s draining at the moment, it will ultimately improve your self-confidence. This is a time for drawing up plans that more realistically reflect what you are truly able to accomplish.
Capricorn
The Moon aligns with your ruler, Saturn, today and this serves to remind you of responsibilities, and perhaps those things you feel you lack in your life, dear Capricorn. Saturn has been transiting your solar twelfth house, and this has put you in the frequent position of trying to discern between fact and fancy, dealing with projects that have outworn their use, and managing past grievances, guilt, and other uncomfortable matters – all of this, largely on your own! Today, emotions are part of the equation. Assessing areas of your life that are no longer working for you makes the most sense now. Some introspection today can be useful as long as you avoid dwelling in favor of devising plans. Aim to center yourself and gather your wits. Efforts to help out others can be rewarding.
Aquarius
While you may feel a little weighed down by a stronger sense of your responsibilities today, dear Aquarius, you’re in a good position to put some of them behind you. You may be quick to put your emotions aside in order to get things done, but do watch that frustrations or complicated feelings don’t emerge in disruptive ways in your interactions with others. Instead of waiting for others to sense what you want or need, express yourself and take action, or wait for a more cooperative atmosphere to do so. If a project comes under question, take it as a challenge and allow it to motivate you to overcome obstacles.
Pisces
The Moon aligns with Saturn today, dear Pisces, and Saturn has been transiting your career, reputation, and responsibility sector. As such, you may be feeling the weight of duties and obligations right now. Others are more aware of your accomplishments and perhaps also those things you haven’t done quite as well. Ideally, you are coming to a point at which you see your life more realistically. While there may be sobering moments today, it’s a good one for applying yourself to practical matters. As well, you may be learning from recent ups and downs and fine-tuning plans and ideas. The key is being able to see the value in the people you work with, and in objects, procedures, and situations as well.
*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: Sep 8 2016 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 8 2016 1:41 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Ves
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Vesta
We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.
Date & Time: Sep 8 2016 7:46 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Ceres
Date & Time: Sep 8 2016 3:08 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: Sep 8 2016 6:06 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Saturn
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. A time for making lists. Emotional matters may not fare very well. There can be some loneliness or starkness felt. An auspicious time for projects demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: Sep 8 2016 6:19 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Neptune
There can be confusion, misunderstanding, or some level of chaos and uncertainty. Avoid money transactions or new business initiatives – it can be difficult to think clearly. There may be deception or self-deception to deal with. We might have an emotional urge to escape. Feeling out of sorts and don’t know why? Relax and listen to some inspirational music. Honor your need to feed your more refined or spiritual side, and the difficult feelings will soon fade away.
Date & Time: Sep 8 2016 9:53 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Ven
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile 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. Smile, laugh, and enjoy!
Date & Time: Sep 8 2016 10:49 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting North Node
This is the trigger for out with the old and in with the new. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now. Plans could need reworking. We could feel temporarily out of the loop.
Date & Time: Sep 8 2016 11:15 am
Event: Tr-Tr Sun Cpl Jun
Description: Transiting Sun ContraParallel Transiting Juno
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
VIRGO STRONG
Meticulous, discriminating, pure, practical, health conscious, hard working. Can be hyper-critical, petty and perfectionistic.
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 STRONG
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.
WATER WEAK
There may be some insensitivity or lack of empathy now. We may be out of touch with what we’re feeling or with our emotional needs. We may be tougher than usual now, and more inclined to follow mental or practical considerations than we are to listen to our intuition.
BALANCE OF MODES
FIXED WEAK
We may be open to change but may not have much follow-through.
MUTABLE STRONG
We are flexible, adaptable, willing, open to change, and possibly flighty or nervous.
Current 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 8th:
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
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
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 3°02′ 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.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 3°10′ 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
You are an analytical and critical individual. You are also practical and discriminating, and may be fussy.
17TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Abdominal muscles
Sabian Symbol: A volcano in eruption.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 8°26′ Applying
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
SQUARE MARS Orb 1°55′ Applying
You love to take risks and can be accident prone. You have difficulty discerning the difference between assertion and aggression. You may believe that you are simply stating your own case clearly, while others claim that you are being pushy. You need to find a healthy outlet for your enthusiasm and energy.
OPPOSITION NEPTUNE Orb 5°57′ Separating
This a time for dreaming rather than important decision-making. It’s a good time to pay special attention to dreams and inspiration. Clarity may not be with us, but we probably don’t need it right now. It’s difficult to know for certain what we want, as we may be wavering. Confusion about a relationship or idealizing a person could figure strongly now.
TRINE PLUTO Orb 1°24′ 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 6°48′ 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.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 3°43′ Separating
We might come to realizations of personal or professional truths, and these can propel us forward on a new path, or advance our current goals. People tend to support and assist us now. We might recognize our need for others. This is a good time for setting goals.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN VIRGO
You have a discriminating mind, and can be critical and analytical. You can also become obsessed with detailed knowledge. This may be to your detriment in daily life, although it is very beneficial for doing any kind of research. You like to be precise in your communications with others.
25TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Liver
Sabian Symbol: A flag at half-mast in front of a large public building.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 4°57′ Separating
You are talkative and have a thirst for knowledge. You have big ideas and plans. Education will feature largely in your life.
QUINCUNX URANUS Orb 1°00′ Applying
Things may not be running smoothly, and we may need to make adjustments to accommodate others’ input or changes of plans or opinions.
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 1°38′ Applying
There can be insecurity about our own ideas or decisions, or we may not know who/what to believe. 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 LIBRA
You have a strong need for relationships. You will also require your relationships to be harmonious, peaceful, and creative. You enjoy having beautiful possessions.
12TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Left renal system
Sabian Symbol: Miners emerging from a mine.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 1°24′ Separating
You are a loyal and faithful partner. You like commitment and a common purpose in relationships.
QUINCUNX NEPTUNE Orb 1°16′ Separating
We may be overcompensating by going overboard with help or support of others, or there could be missed opportunities due to insecurity in our relationships. We are more impressionable and should put off decision making for a more confident time.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 3°16′ Applying
Perception of value is skewed by fear or desire. There can be envy, jealousy, and manipulation now. Issues of over-attachment can arise. There can be difficulties controlling desires in relationships.
MARS
MARS IN SAGITTARIUS
You are an inspirational leader, and have a strong desire for exploration and adventure. You may be one-pointed in your desires.
19TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left femur
Sabian Symbol: Pelicans, disturbed by people move their habitat.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE URANUS Orb 5°31′ Applying
It’s easy and natural to break through obstacles, to find alternative methods of going after what we want, and to take progressive action or to take the lead. There is more courage, confidence, and energy available to us. We embrace change, progress, and new methods.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 4°52′ Applying
You have difficulty being assertive. You fear that your requests will be met with anger, or you may fear your own anger. You may have a short fuse as you are easily hurt. You need to develop a strong sense of self worth and learn to honor your own way of doing things. You may also need to reassess your personal desires.
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.
30TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Hepatic duct
Sabian Symbol: Having an urgent task to complete, a man doesn’t look to any Distractions.
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 0°07′ Applying
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).
24TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Zygomatic muscle
Sabian Symbol: An open window and a net curtain blowing into a cornucopia.
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)
11TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of foot
Sabian Symbol: Men seeking illumination.
ASPECTS OF NEPTUNE
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°14′ 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).
24TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: An inhabited island.
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.
18TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Duodenal opening of pancreatic duct
Sabian Symbol: A hen scratching for her chicks.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN AQUARIUS
Your mind can be brilliant, original and insightful. You are able to quickly grasp new ideas and apply them to the future. You fight for your ideals, and humanitarian or political causes.
24TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibialis anterior muscle
Sabian Symbol: A man turning his back on his passions and teaching from his Experience.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Seminal vesicles
Sabian Symbol: An embassy ball.
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.
6TH DEGREE OF TAURUS
Part of Body: Larynx
Sabian Symbol: A bridge being built across a gorge.
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.
13TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Hepatic arteries
Sabian Symbol: A powerful statesman wins to his cause a hysterical mob.
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.
13TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A sword in a museum.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Sep 8 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sat 10°Sg19 -20°29′
Cnj 09°Sg59 ANTARES *** Success which can be obsessive
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp00 -21°21′
Cnj 15°Cp33 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Jun 11°Sc45 -05°22′
Cnj 12°Sc31 ALPHECCA Fruitfulness
Cnj 12°Sc05 ACRUX Focused on the physical world.
Aspects to BMo 12°Sc16 -11°16′
Cnj 12°Sc31 ALPHECCA Fruitfulness
Cnj 12°Sc05 ACRUX Focused on the physical world.
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