daily astrology

Theme:   Slow down and Smell the Roses

The Moon moves into Taurus today slowing down our emotional reactions and helps to maintain stability. It’s easy to find inner contentment when connecting with nature.
There is security in predictability but Taurus can often bring out our stubborn side and resistance to change.
This could be exacerbated as Moon squares Mars allowing irritability to surface. Be careful when working with sharp metal instruments, accidents can occur when acting out of haste or frustration.
“ Learning to relax and dance reduces our fear and brings space and awareness to habitual responses.”
Dzigar Kongtrul

Theme:   Catching that Thought

Mercury conjunct Uranus is a fast tempo transit, ideas and communications are sped up. Intuition, puzzles and research are all in the mix but be careful not to get too scattered.
Excitement may lead to burnout of the nervous system, or bring errors in judgment. Group work can also come up with creative solutions to problems that had previously seemed unsolvable.
“ Being present brings contentment. We don’t need to look for a better thought, a better emotion, or a better place to be.”
Dzigar Kongtrul

The Moon is Void of Course from 7.44am until 1.38pm EDT. Do not make any major decisions during this time period.

Theme:   Action

The Moon in Aries is all about action and conjunct Venus as well you may find yourself gathering with friends, not just to socialize but to engage in some project. Either you or someone in your circle can inspire and lead others. Your physical energy should be more vibrant than usual, giving you the confidence and courage to tackle new projects.
There may be some level of study or research involved with what you are doing. Pluto’s influence assists in maintaining focus and concentration. Just make sure you complete whatever you start, because Aries energy may take you in a completely different direction by the end of the day.
“ Have no fear of perfection  –  you’ll never reach it.”   Salvador Dali

Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Communication in all forms

The Sun has moved into Gemini bringing a focus on all things concerning communication along with changeable schedules and personal positions. Expect messages and missives this month with more meaning than usual. The Moon conjunct the north node and Saturn points towards helpful meetings with those that can provide you practical steps about how to move forward in a new way. The Sun is trine Pluto, enables you to tap more deeply into your energy reserves.

Creativity and ego cannot go together. If you free yourself from the comparing and jealous mind, your creativity opens up endlessly. You must not be your own obstacle.~Jeon Kwan, Korean Buddhist Nun

Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Connecting with the heart

The Moon moves into the water sign of Pisces today bringing a softening and more open-hearted approach to life that compliments the Sun and Mercury in the earth sign of Taurus. The Sun is pulling away from Uranus making for less instability. Mars trine Venus enables you to connect with your inner yin and yang, making you feel more whole.

Hope is like the sun. If you only believe it when you see it you’ll never make it through the night.~Princess Leia, Star Wars

Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Increasing pressure

With Uranus one degree away from the Sun the next two days in particular can be more of a testing time in dealing with increased pressure and sudden external changes. You can can use this time internally to see where you seek more freedom in areas that may not be free flowing or spontaneous: current frustrations can help you identify key areas. The Moon in Aquarius provides space for innovation and experimentation with your daily schedule.

Freedom lies in being bold.~Robert Frost

Sunday by Miranda

Theme:  A Brief Moment in Time

The post from yesterday is still operative but today there is more intensity added as the Moon moves into Aquarius and conjuncts Pluto. The Aquarian Moon magnifies the significance of Uranus/Sun, bringing unpredictable reactions with the potential for detached objectivity. Some may appear aloof and lack sensitivity to others. Others may embrace humanitarian objectives.
Moon conjunct Pluto can bring intense feelings to the surface that can be overwhelming and threaten your sense of perspective. Relations with women will be of importance.

Taking care of children has nothing to do with politics. I think perhaps with time, instead of there being a politicization of humanitarian aid, there will be a humanization of politics.~Audrey Hepburn

The Moon is Void of Course from 12.27am until 1.29am EDT. Do not make any major decisions during this time period.

Saturday by Miranda

Theme:   Beneficial Change

Uranus’ influence can be disruptive as we have recently seen, but it can also bring great inspiration, new ideas, innovation and much needed exciting changes to our life. Today and for the next 2 days Uranus and Sun are exactly conjunct in Taurus at 27 degrees. The next couple of days could be very positive as both planets are in beneficial aspects to Neptune, Saturn, Pluto and the Moon. In fact if you have been aware of and working towards change in your life this could be a time of fruition.
Even though it impacts us individually due to the Sun’s influence, Uranus can bring in group and universal involvement.

What makes mind and the phenomenal world so interesting is that neither one of them is fixed. Because they are interdependent  – and therefore empty  –  both mind and the world are flexible and the creative possibilities are great.~Dzigar Kongtrul

Friday by Miranda

Theme:  Cautious Potential

The Moon moving into Capricorn can bring grounding which may be helpful with the ups and downs and chaos that can occur with the Uranian energy being experienced currently. A Capricorn Moon will assist in taking control of challenging circumstances and with some planning, it will be possible for you to achieve what you need to. It’s important not to get lost in pessimism and just put one foot in front of the other to realize your goals.

This is how we should practice. Take small steps each time with joyful effort. Do these activities with good intentions and dedicate the merit from them to all sentient beings. ~ Khenpo Palden Sherab

Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Transitions

The Moon is the most swift moving celestial body so it has the most obvious impact on our daily lives. It acts as a mirror in illuminating the the Suns rays and similarly reflects back to us our mirror-like world. The Moon is now in its last quarter waning phase which is a gentle, reflective time to find your heart center. You can set soft goals right now and re-callibrate. If you tap into this changing lunar energy you can also better prepare for spontaneous events while Uranus continues to conjunct the Sun.

You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop.~Rumi

The Moon is Void of Course between 2.29 and 3.58pm. Avoid major activity at this time including seeking definitive decisions and signing contracts. Spend some quiet time if you can.