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The Sun

The Sun is in Virgo

The Sun is at 00 Vir 51' 21", and is 151266516km away and approaching.

The Moon

The Moon is in Scorpio

The Moon will change from Scorpio to Sagittarius in the next 24 hours.

The Moon is at 29 Sco 01' 27", and is 384374km away and approaching.

Moon Is In Scorpio

Well hello there, stargazers! It seems the moon has decided to play hide and seek in the mysterious depths of Scorpio. Now, I know what you're thinking - "Oh great, my moon's gone all dark and broody on me, just like that weird guy from my high school poetry club". Don't worry, it’s not going to start writing cryptic verses about the futility of existence anytime soon. So, let me break it down for you. The Moon - our galactic disco ball, sitting at a comfy 384,682.489339788km away. Yes, I said 'comfy' because that’s still close enough for the moon to photobomb your perfect stargazing selfies, yet far enough not to grab popcorn from your hand while you're watching 'Moonlight Sonata'. In cosmic terms, the Moon's stay in Scorpio is shorter than the lifespan of a mayfly wearing a red shirt on Star Trek. We're talking 24 hours here folks, before it packs its bags and moves on over to Sagittarius. This swift transit is a bit like attending a sci-fi convention - one minute you're deep in conversation with a Klingon, the next you're debating the merits of veganism with a Wookiee. Now, Scorpio, being the drama king of the zodiac, might try to stir up some emotional intensity - a bit like when Captain Sheridan suddenly decided he could fly a Starfury through the eye of a needle. But remember, the Moon in Scorpio isn't about plunging into an intergalactic war with your emotions. It's about understanding them, accepting them, and if need be, channeling your inner Spock to logically deal with them. In the next 24 hours, you may feel a bit more introspective, a little more sensitive to the ebbs and flows of the universe. That's okay. Embrace it. Use this time to explore your inner cosmos, your personal final frontier. And remember, no matter how intense things get, the Moon's just doing its thing, playing cosmic hopscotch across the stars. So strap in, enjoy the ride, and may the force...oops, wrong show. You get the idea though. Stay groovy, stargazers!

Mercury

Mercury is in Virgo

Mercury is retrograde at 21 Vir 50' 36", moving backwards at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 104401872km away and approaching.

Mercury Is In Virgo

Alright, cosmic voyagers, it's time to get down to astrological business. Mercury, our quick-witted cosmic messenger, has jumped ship from Leo's fiery flamboyance and settled into Virgo's efficient embrace. Now, some may say this is akin to swapping a laser-light show for an abacus, but trust me, there's more fun here than meets the eye. Imagine Virgo as your favorite high school science teacher—the one who made balancing chemical equations feel like solving a mystery rather than tedious homework. That's what we've got on the astral menu. Mercury in Virgo isn't about smoke and mirrors, folks, it's about precision, efficiency, and oh-so-satisfying clarity. It's like your mind has been gifted a pair of glasses after squinting for weeks. Suddenly, you're seeing the minute details in high definition. The catch? You might also notice the coffee stain on your shirt that seemingly appeared out of nowhere. This transit is all about stripping away the fluff and getting straight to the point. It's like a cosmic Marie Kondo, sparking joy by tidying up the mental clutter. And boy, do we love a good decluttering session! But remember, with great power comes...a tendency to over-analyze. Beware of slipping into the nitpicking zone. Productivity is high during this transit, making it the perfect time to tackle those lingering tasks on your to-do list. Procrastination? We don't know her. But remember, it's not just about ticking boxes, it's about doing things well. Quality over quantity, my friends. Lastly, a word of caution. Mercury in Virgo can be a bit like that friend who always points out the spinach in your teeth - helpful, but potentially annoying. So, as you’re cutting through the clutter, remember to wield your words wisely. In summary, as Mercury moonwalks its way through Virgo, embrace the energy. Break out those comfy pants, brew a pot of fair-trade organic coffee, and get ready to rock the retrograde! Happy star-gazing!

Venus

Venus is in Leo

Venus is retrograde at 14 Leo 30' 56", moving backwards at 0.42 degrees per day, and is 45599754km away and receding.

Venus Is In Leo

Venus in Leo: Love's Getting Lit!

Brace yourself, cosmic voyagers! Venus has just set up camp in Leo, and let me tell you, it's like a cosmic disco up there! Venus is currently 45579034.091482982km away, and if that doesn't sound like social distancing, I don't know what does. When Venus, the cosmic Kardashian, meets Leo, the zodiac's ultimate party animal, you can expect some serious celestial fireworks. Imagine if love had a volume knob. Well, Venus in Leo just cranked it up to 11! Are you ready to bellow your affection from the rooftops? Good, because whispering sweet nothings is so last season. Leo wants grand gestures, not grand silences. We're talking skywriting, flash mobs, proposals at sports games. Subtlety? Never heard of her. And when it comes to appreciation, forget about a pat on the back or a casual 'good job.' You won't settle for less than a standing ovation. With Venus in Leo, it's all about getting adored, not just acknowledged. But beware, my star-studded friends. Leo may be the king of the jungle, but it's also the queen of drama. Feeling neglected? You might find yourself starting an argument just to feel the spotlight again. Remember, in the cosmic game of love, there's no 'i' in 'we.' And if you keep focusing on the 'me,' you might end up with just that...alone. Now, let's talk about the moolah. With Venus in Leo, money is just another prop in the grand theatre of life. It's all about making you and your loved ones feel like a million bucks, even if your bank balance disagrees. Think glitz, glitter, and glamour. Go on, splurge a little. But remember, Leo is all about generosity. So, treating others might just bring more joy than treating yourself. Besides, who needs self-care when you can have shared-care? So, strap in, stargazers! Venus in Leo is here to inject some technicolor into your love life and remind you that a life without a sprinkle of fun and a dash of drama is like a galaxy without stars. And we wouldn't want that, would we?

Mars

Mars is in Virgo

Mars is prograde at 27 Vir 53' 42", moving at 0.64 degrees per day, and is 368771904km away and receding.

Mars Is In Virgo

Greetings, stargazers and space nerds alike! Blast off your rocket boots and tighten up those celestial safety belts because we're heading straight into a cosmic rollercoaster. Mars, our red next-door neighbour, is currently hanging out in Virgo, the zodiac’s uber-organized, efficiency-loving, gluten-free bread-baking, fitness tracking control freak. Now, I know what you're thinking - "That’s like inviting a rowdy, beer-chugging frat boy to a zen yoga retreat." And you'd be right, except for one mind-boggling fact - this odd couple pairing actually works. It's like the universe's version of The Odd Couple, only with more star dust and less canned laughter. Virgo, being the cosmic equivalent of that friend who alphabetizes their spice rack for fun, is all about efficiency, health, and self-improvement. So, when Mars, the 'just do it' sneaker-wearing planet, crashes on Virgo's couch, we all get a nudge (or a shove) towards trimming the excess fat from our routines. Think of it as a cosmic Marie Kondo moment: if it doesn't spark joy or productivity, thank it and chuck it into the black hole of the past. But hold on to your telescopes, folks, because there's a flip side to this galactic coin. With Mars in Virgo, your inner critic might decide to upgrade itself to a full-blown drill sergeant. Nitpicking becomes as easy as spotting Orion's belt on a clear night, and patience could become as elusive as dark matter. So, here's my sage advice, delivered straight from the cosmos to your computer screen - cut yourself, and others, some interstellar slack. Direct that Virgoan attention to detail towards positive exploits, like finally balancing your budget or starting that DIY project you've been eyeing. It's like filing your taxes early or cleaning out the garage – not necessarily thrilling, but oh-so-satisfying. So, cosmic voyagers, gear up for a productive journey. Remember, there's no better time for taking care of personal business or launching a project than when Mars is in Virgo. Just remember to pack some patience and a sense of humour for the trip, and you'll navigate this celestial transit like a pro. And hey, keep looking up!

Jupiter

Jupiter is in Taurus

Jupiter is prograde at 15 Tau 22' 13", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 687829745km away and approaching.

Jupiter Is In Taurus

Oh, galactic wanderers! Our buddy Jupiter, the celestial heavyweight and cosmic guru, has strutted into Taurus, the zodiac's most chillaxed sign. Picture a wise old philosopher, kicking back in a comfy recliner, stroking his beard while munching on some organic, gluten-free snacks. That's Jupiter in Taurus for you. Jupiter is like that cool, nerdy professor who opens your mind to new perspectives with a twinkle in their eye. And Taurus? Well, it's the embodiment of "Netflix and chill". So, when Jupiter meanders over to Taurus' turf, it's like your favorite Star Wars marathon - an epic saga of wisdom and stillness, where Yoda meets the Dude. This cosmic combo is all about reminding us that we don't need to seek out wisdom in far-flung galaxies - it's right there inside us, waiting to be discovered. It's like realizing the Death Star plans were in R2-D2 all along. You just have to sift through the daily hullabaloo to find it. Under this transit, we're nudged towards making real progress on our dreams. Jupiter pumps us up with its expansive energy, while Taurus, the stubborn bull, encourages us to keep plodding along, one hoof after another. It's kind of like playing a long game of 'Space Invaders' - slow, steady, and eventually victorious. Now, let's talk about prosperity. Jupiter is known for bringing good luck and fortune, and Taurus is all about the Benjamins. So, when these two get together, it's like winning the cosmic lottery. But remember, with great power comes great responsibility - or in this case, with great indulgence comes great waistlines. Taurus loves the good life, and Jupiter may encourage us to go overboard. So, as you navigate this transit, remember to practice some cosmic self-control. In a nutshell, Jupiter in Taurus is a time to be wise, be patient, and, above all, don't panic! The answers you seek are closer than they appear in the rearview mirror of your life. Now, go forth, interstellar adventurers, and may the Force (of Jupiter in Taurus) be with you!

Saturn

Saturn is in Pisces

Saturn is retrograde at 04 Pis 04' 06", moving backwards at 0.08 degrees per day, and is 1311162316km away and approaching.

Saturn Is In Pisces

Beam Me Up, Saturn!

Well folks, grab your binoculars and look to the stars because Saturn's doing the backstroke in Pisces' pool. And let me tell you, nothing says 'fun cosmic event' like a planet 1.3 billion kilometers away going retrograde! It's like watching a snail race in slow motion... from a helicopter... at night... with sunglasses on.

Now, let me put on my serious astrologer glasses for a moment: Saturn in Pisces is all about digging deep into the cavern of your dreams. Like Gandalf searching for that one ring, or you looking for your phone after a night of Netflix and chips. It's time to dust off those forgotten aspirations like writing a novel or launching a business. So, light a scented candle, sit cross-legged on your favorite rug, and open yourself up to the cosmic wisdom that's about to drop like a hot new mixtape.

But don't be fooled, this isn't as easy as binge-watching Star Trek on a lazy Sunday. Saturn in Pisces might poke around your dreamscape like a nosey neighbor. Your first instinct might be to stick a "Keep Out" sign on your dream door, but trust me, this planetary 'dad' has some cleaning advice that even Marie Kondo would approve of.

And oh, expect some cosmic insomnia as Pisces is associated with sleep and dreams. You might be tossing and turning like a rotisserie chicken. But hey, it's the perfect excuse to get into meditation, nature walks, or napping. Heck, you can even start a dream journal - just make sure to use invisible ink in case Saturn comes snooping around again.

So, fellow stargazers, fasten your seatbelts and keep your hands inside the cosmic ride at all times. With Saturn in Pisces, it's time to boldly go where no man, woman, or astrologer has gone before!

Uranus

Uranus is in Taurus

Uranus is prograde at 23 Tau 03' 56", moving at 0 degrees per day, and is 2912848043km away and approaching.

Uranus Is In Taurus

Uranus in Taurus: The Cosmic Cash Cow Has Arrived! Greetings, celestial surfers! Uranus, the galaxy's rebellious teenager, has crash-landed into the peaceful pastures of Taurus, the cosmic cash cow. Imagine Spock trying to explain quantum mechanics to a herd of cows. That's what we're dealing with here. Taurus, bless its heart, likes a slow and steady pace – think Internet Explorer in a world of Google Chromes. It finds comfort in routine and consistency, much like how we find comfort in our favorite pair of worn-out pajama bottoms. But Uranus? Pfft. This blue-green hooligan is as unpredictable as a cat on catnip! Now, you might ask, "What does this mean for me?" Well, it's like being in a financial pinball machine. Expect the unexpected. Your piggy banks might start growing wings or your credit cards could decide to go on a diet. The status quo is so passe, and Uranus is here to shake things up! The way we handle money is about to get a sci-fi makeover. During Uranus’ seven-year residency in Taurus, we might see Bitcoin become the new pocket change, banks transform into virtual reality experiences, or the stock market reinvent itself like Madonna in the 80s. On a personal level, Uranus is here to play the role of a cosmic Marie Kondo. It's high time we declutter our financial houses. Debt, taxes, credit card interest - they’re like those annoying pop-up ads that hinder our internet freedom. Uranus is all about liberation, even if it means dragging us, kicking and screaming, out of our comfort zones. Some of us are clutching onto our material possessions like Gollum with his precious ring. But guess what? The 'one ring' is on its way to Mount Doom, folks. Resistance is futile, just ask the Borg. But wait! Don’t pack your bags and move to Mars just yet. Remember, every cloud has a silver lining and every black hole, a galaxy on the other side. The changes brought by Uranus can catapult us towards greater stability. We just have to buckle up and enjoy this cosmic roller coaster ride. So, here's to embracing the chaos and welcoming the future. May the force (and Uranus) be with you!

Neptune

Neptune is in Pisces

Neptune is retrograde at 26 Pis 57' 50", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 4337714215km away and approaching.

Neptune Is In Pisces

Hello there, Astro-Nerds! Buckle up because Neptune has decided to go retrograde in Pisces, and it's about as chaotic as your WiFi going out during the season finale of your favorite Netflix show. Now, I know what you're thinking - "Neptune, that's only 4,337,742,896.145512581km away, why should I care?" Well, my cosmic comrades, this is why. When Neptune takes a backflip in Pisces, it’s kind of like that moment when you put on a pair of those crazy beer goggles at a science fair. Suddenly, everything looks different. The world seems a bit fuzzier, your hands are giant, and that tiny, insignificant ant on the floor suddenly becomes a monstrous beast. But fear not! This isn't a bad thing. In fact, it's like getting a superpower. You see, with Neptune in Pisces, we get an X-ray vision into our spiritual selves, shedding light on the contradictions within us. It's like realizing you've been wearing mismatched socks all day, but instead of socks, it's your emotions and your spirit. Suddenly, the mundane squabbles about who ate the last slice of pizza or who forgot to replace the toilet paper roll seem utterly pointless. Why? Because Neptune in Pisces is all about unity, baby! It's about coming together, despite our differences, like a beautifully diverse jigsaw puzzle. This cosmic event is like a massive, space-sized megaphone, calling out to each of us, asking - no, begging - us to bring our unique gifts, ideas, and dreams to the table. It's time to whip out those hidden talents, folks! Can you touch your nose with your tongue? Write a haiku about cheese? Solve a Rubik's cube while doing a handstand? Whatever it is, the universe wants to see it! Maybe you feel an urge to learn more about spirituality, or perhaps you're feeling called to create a sacred space at home where you can connect with the divine. Go for it! You want to make an altar out of recycled soda cans and fairy lights? Neptune in Pisces says, "Do it!" Remember, my friends, this is a time for exploration, for sharing, and for coming together. And don't worry if you stumble along the way – Neptune’s got your back. So, let's dive headfirst into this celestial soup and swim towards unity. Remember, we're all just stard

Pluto

Pluto is in Capricorn

Pluto is retrograde at 28 Cap 23' 23", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5083182303km away and receding.

Pluto Is In Capricorn

Pluto's Cosmic Dance with Capricorn

Now, don't look so perplexed, dear reader, because Pluto, that spunky little ex-planet (still a planet in my heart, of course), is currently on a romantic rendezvous with Capricorn, the cosmic goat. Now, this is not your typical slow dance in the cosmos, but rather like a quantum waltz on a small, icy disco floor about 5 billion kilometers away. And don't let their distant relationship fool you, because these two celestial bodies are simply buzzing with energy and influence over our earthly endeavors.

Pluto and Capricorn together are like that super-organized, hyper-efficient friend we all have who color-codes their socks and has a five-year plan for their goldfish. They're all about power, success, and getting things done. So, if you've been procrastinating on that project, now might be the time to get cracking. But remember, in their relentless pursuit of results, they tend to steamroll over anyone who gets in their way. So, be mindful not to become the cosmic equivalent of a bulldozer mowing down a field of daisies!

And there's Pluto, the tiny titan, urging us to drop the bad habits that are as useful as a chocolate teapot. This means some carefully orchestrated destruction is in order. Like an intergalactic Marie Kondo, it's time to declutter your life, keeping only the things that spark joy or, at the very least, don't cause existential dread. While this may sound as daunting as trying to calculate Pi to the final digit, it's a cosmic push we could all use every now and then.

So, hitch a ride on this cosmic wave, dear reader. Use this planetary power play to your advantage, whether it's finally organizing your sock drawer by color, or tackling larger life changes. Remember, we're all just stardust navigating the cosmos, trying not to trip over our own shoelaces.

The Sun

Sun Square Moon

You must balance your emotions with your individuality. You may have difficulties today dealing with the opposite sex, authority figures or family members. Ego confrontations over emotional issues are likely to be the cause. Vitality may be low today, so keep stress to a minimum. Try to understand others' points of view before expressing your own. Get in touch with your true feelings. Emotional impulses may interfere with objective and good judgment.What people who were born with Sun square Moon in their natal charts want and what they need are in conflict. The Sun square Moon aspect is similar to the Sun opposition Moon aspect in this sense, but there are very notable differences. Whereas the struggle between wants and needs is mostly played out on the inside and through significant relationships with Sun opposition Moon people, Sun square Moon people tend to confront obstacles that come from the outside. In truth, the struggle is within, as it is a case of being “one’s own worst enemy”. There can be a tendency to attract challenging situations into the life as an unconscious attempt to recreate the tension of early childhood. As well, specific habits and attitudes can hamper their progress in life.These people generally have a need to achieve and accomplish something important, and they act out their internal struggle along the way. For whatever reason, these people didn’t feel needed or accepted. The clash between their parents or parent figures, if indeed there was one, made them feel unaccepted for who they were, and there can be a very real drive to prove themselves to the world (and/or to the parents). The parents may not have simply been opposite personalities, as is the case with Sun opposition Moon. It is more likely that their relationship was a continual struggle. Sun square Moon individuals internalized the tension in the cosmic air that they were born into, and felt out of place as a result. In some cases, they literally felt unwanted by one or both parents. Even if the parents didn’t clash, the early life was likely to have been over-stimulating and tense, causing the child to feel insecure.These people experience a struggle between their need for nurture and their need for independence. When they get the autonomy that they seem to crave, they feel unsupported by others. When they receive the support they crave, they feel smothered. This internal clash is most apparent in the relationships they form, especially in the first half of their lives when they may not be aware of these patterns. Confrontations and challenges are frequent–not just with romantic partners, but also on the job, with friends, and so forth. However, these people have a lot of drive and spunk. They are resilient creatures who have faced conflict and who have survived it. Although they face a struggle with fluctuating energy, they are motivated to accomplish something. Ideally, they learn through experience to accomplish something for themselves rather than to prove their worth to others.Some Famous People with Sun Square Moon: Geena Davis, Michael Douglas, Ricky Martin.People born with a Sun-Moon tension can spend much of their lives struggling to balance the principles of the Sun and the Moon within their personalities, and will bring this struggle to some degree into their relationships. The urge to form meaningful relationships is generally powerful, but relationships can be as much of a struggle to these natives as the inner conflict is to themselves. This inner conflict occurs with the square, opposition, and quincunx. The desire to find meaningful relationships is stronger than it is when the natal Sun and Moon form a sextile or trine, and early relationships in particular can be challenging until the stressful aspects are recognized as an inner tension.A stressful Sun-Moon aspect seems to imprint the native with the (often unconscious) expectation that relationships can very easily fail, and the natives will be especially aware of conflicts in partnership, taking them to heart. The upside of this natal conflict is found in this sensitivity itself! Those with a Sun-Moon opposition, in particular, are generally willing to work out problems in a relationship due to their acute awareness and sensitivity to the conflicts that arise in their partnerships. However, if they face a partner who denies the problems exist in the first place, as in the example above, they can easily become frustrated. This is because learning and growing through relationships is a basic urge – so basic that it is a need. These natives are learning about themselves through their relationships, and need partners who are willing to be a part of that process. Sun square Moon suggests an internal “war” between two equally powerful desires: the desire for emotional commitment and the desire for autonomy. The native can be quite defensive and even belligerent with others, and often over-sensitive, which can take its toll in personal relationships. Partners may complain that the native often seems to be spoiling for a fight, and relationships can be turbulent until the native learns to compromise.

The Sun

Sun Opposite Saturn

You may become involved in conflicts between your need for self-expression and your duties to others. The key is to find a balance. You may tend to be selfish today and many problems can be alleviated by thinking of others first. A feeling of loneliness may come upon you today, but it's probably just that, a feeling. It's not the true state of things. Do your duty, meet your obligations, then you have every right to start thinking of yourself.Those people born under a challenging aspect between the Sun and Saturn face a fair number of challenges in their lives, especially in the first half of life, in which their attempts to express their will are thwarted. There can be a persistent feeling that they don’t get what they want more often than other people around them. They can feel unlucky. Attempts to control their environment, and sometimes others, may be frequent.These people fear their own feelings of inadequacy! They want to be considered accomplished and important people, and when they face obstacles, they don’t always want to believe that they are their own worst enemy. They long to be considered important in the eyes of the world, yet they harbor fear of success at the same time. They take failures and minor setbacks to heart, and some practically beat themselves up over them. Self-awareness to the point of real self-consciousness is characteristic of Sun-Saturn challenging aspects. The truth is, nobody holds a microscope over them, except for themselves. A little setback or a faux pas needn’t be analyzed to death. Fingers needn’t be pointed. No, they didn’t make a spectacle of themselves when they made a mistake. They need to stop worrying about always being right, or appearing suave and accomplished. When they ease the pressure they put on themselves, they find that they don’t face as many brick walls. It is very much about what they feel they deserve. Deep down inside, if they let themselves truly believe that they deserve happiness and peace of mind, they will find it.When Saturn is closely connected to a personal planet, there is usually an effect of censoring going on with whatever is ruled by the planet it joins by aspect. For example, with the Moon, which rules emotions, the natives feel the need to censor their emotions and feelings, scanning them for what is thought to be frivolous. With Saturn and the Sun, there is much self-censoring going on. “I shouldn’t..” is a common censoring mechanism with these people. They feel they shouldn’t want too much. When they express egotism of any form, some part of them feels guilty. As the Sun rules our conscious mind, it does enough censoring on its own. It is the “adult” within us. Saturn, on the other hand, is more like the “parent” within us. We need parents to guide us when we are children, and to some degree as adults, but for the most part, we don’t need to be censored indefinitely–something that seems to be the case with Saturn-Sun hard aspects, except that the censoring and parenting is coming from within.Ideally, these people eventually learn that the standards they set for themselves are too high, and that may be the reason they seem to hit brick walls. They recognize that many of the restrictions they face in life are often self-created, born of a defeatist attitude. They should be aware of the tendency to choose the hardest paths to travel and/or to deny themselves some of life’s pleasures. Working on recognizing and managing these tendencies will help them to avoid the pitfalls of this combination. These people have a sarcastic sense of humor, a keen intelligence, and the ability to apply caution and strategy. The vitality may suffer, and troubles with the bones, teeth, and circulation may surface.Some Famous People with Sun in Hard Aspect to Saturn: Squares – Harry Belafonte, Wynonna Judd (Sun square Saturn, Uranus, and Pluto), Salvador Dali, Marilyn Manson, Oprah Winfrey, Salvador Dali, Virginia Woolf, Ben Stiller, Alec Guiness. Oppositions – Jim Morrison, Charlie Sheen, Kurt Russell.

Mercury

Mercury Trine Uranus

Your thinking today is ingenious, original, clever, sharp, and magnetic. Electricity is in your head and probably the rest of your body. You are full of nervous energy, but it is the type that can help you accomplish more. New and exciting opportunities may come about today through travel, conversations with others, or through new reading material. Go exploring.You are open to new ideas, and come up with your own fair share of unique perspectives yourself. You have a technical bent and might take special interest in computers, technology, and science. Your intuition is very strong and mostly leads you in the right direction. You have a friendly, tolerant, and unprejudiced manner. You avoid making unfair judgments, being hypocritical, or stereotyping. You are very truthful and abhor modes of thinking that are biased and narrow. You are resourceful, witty, and quick to grasp and understand new subjects. Your thinking is often quite naturally outside of the box and very quick, and it can be baffling to you when you observe others who don’t get to the same conclusions as you in half the time. Still, you require much space and freedom to do your own thinking, and you don’t take kindly to anyone trying to force-feed you information or opinions. You are at your mental best and most cooperative when you have had the chance to find your own inspiration, and you easily feel hypocritical if you don’t–a feeling that doesn’t sit well with you one bit.The trine aspect is the more dynamic of the two harmonious aspects. Those with the sextile can call upon these traits when needed, and those with the trine between the Mercury and Uranus have incorporated the traits of the aspect into their personalities, expressing them naturally and consistently.Some Famous People with Mercury in Harmonious Aspect to Uranus: Sextiles – Lawrence Welk, John Steinbeck, Donald Sutherland, Erik Satie, Martin Sheen; Trines – Sheena Easton, Farrah Fawcett, Tracey Ullman, Marilyn Manson

Venus

Venus Square Jupiter

You will probably overindulge yourself today, with regrets later. This is true both with eating and spending. A distinct laziness may overcome you and you will want to be pampered. Self-discipline is needed in order to avoid trouble now or later. Others may think you are too spoiled. Don't procrastinate.These people are big-hearted and warm, with open hearts and a tendency to want to give a lot to the people they love. They can have some problems with following through on their promises, however–not because of any ill intent, but because they sometimes overestimate their personal capabilities, and want to do more, and give more, than is actually possible. At distinct times in their lives, they have a tendency to live beyond their means. They need to be cautious about the tendency to feel overly-optimistic or overly protected. Borrowing from their future and overdoing their indulgence in pleasures is a marked tendency. While people with the conjunction, sextile, or trine between Venus and Jupiter express their bigheartedness, tolerance, generosity, and magnanimity in a generally constant and natural manner, these same expressions for those people with the square, opposition, and quincunx between these planets tend to be problematic at times. Their need for growth, good humor, and fun in their relationships is marked, as is their disdain for insincerity. However, they may attract just those kinds of people simply because they are looking so hard for these traits that they assign them onto undeserving people!Moderation is the most important, and perhaps challenging, lesson in these people’s lives.Interpretation sample from the Your Spiritual Path report — Your sense of form and harmony extend into the important relationships of your life. You seek a strong philosophical connection to match the physical passion. Faithfulness is a key factor if your relationship is to support your spiritual growth, and trust has to work both ways in the partnership.Some Famous People with the Venus in Hard Aspect to Jupiter: Squares – Jason Alexander, Pearl Buck, Julia Child, Joe Cocker, Sean Connery, Alice Cooper, Billy Corgan, e.e. Cummings, John Denver, Michael J. Fox, Andy Gibb, Linda Goodman, Jim Jones, Jessica Lange, David Lynch, Dolly Parton, Tom Paxton, Robert Redford, Lynn Redgrave, Oral Roberts, Maria Shriver, Britney Spears, Tina Turner, Jon Voight, Betty White; Oppositions – Drew Carey, Billy Ray Cyprus, Victor Hugo, Quincy Jones, Tom Selleck, Cat Stevens.

Mars

Mars Opposite Neptune

Your relationships with people today may involve the quality of deception. Either you are not being honest with them or they are not being honest with you. Be careful of people who come to you with hard luck stories and ask for your help. They may really need your help or they may just be trying to scam you. Use discrimination. Not everyone who asks for help deserves your help. It may be better to let them help themselves. Knowing the difference is one of the most difficult things to learn. Certainly do nothing today that isn't entirely above board or you will pay for it dearly later on. Honesty is the best policy. Misunderstandings can occur so mirror back to others what you understand them to have said and see if they agree with your interpretation. You may feel more sensitive today than usual. Don't feel bad if your ego feels bruised. Things may not be as they appear.This is a challenging position, as you have difficulty trusting in your ability to go after things that you want in a direct manner. It may also be that you have difficulty pinpointing what it is that you want, or that part of you doesn’t feel you deserve it due to a basic lack of self-confidence. You fear rejection as well as criticism, and often use roundabout means to go after what you want.Your imagination is so powerful that it can be hard to trust your instincts. You easily imagine things going wrong, just as you easily fantasize about good things! Your desire nature is strong yet also very suggestible. You’re attracted to mysteries and intrigue. Sexual experimentation is likely, as you are forever addicted to sensuality and unusual or perhaps even what many would consider perverted sexual scenarios. However, your sensual appetite might be much like a bottomless pit, and you could find yourself forever in a state of wanting more, tiring of regular sexual scenarios quickly, and endlessly searching for the next sensation. If an addiction to fantasy is present, you can find yourself constantly chasing a new and more complicated fantasy. It is only when you get into touch with your heart and discover your true desires that you realize that sensations are merely sensations–not deeply satisfying or fulfilling.Fears of sexual inadequacy can be great with this position, and you may either deny yourself as a result, or overcompensate, seeking out experiences in which you are pretty much assured positive feedback. Some of you will experience both of these extremes in your lifetime. I have a client with this position who has a “trophy” wife, and she often denies him, and even belittles him, on a sexual level. He accepts this but “gets her back” behind her back, having serial affairs with women who are not considered as attractive for whatever reason and with whom he attempts to reclaim his power.One of the interesting things about this position is that if you are involved in immoral activities, guilt has a way of cropping up in unusual ways, and could lead you on a self-destructive path–and you might even know that you’re heading that way, yet you compulsively follow that path. Part of you might want to get caught! You might, for example, know in your mind that doing something is risky, yet you compulsively do it anyhow, perhaps even finding the challenge invigorating.Although you can be very creative at keeping your motives and personal agenda hidden–in fact, many of you seem on the surface of things to be quite gentle and yielding–you might eventually become resentful if you feel the need to resort to sneakiness in order to get what you want out of life. This is one of the things that has struck me as the most common characteristics of Mars-Neptune people. It’s not that they don’t get angry or show that anger. However, many will give in to another’s desires more often than not, yet become resentful of that person who seems to have control over them. Some will give up their power to a partner, for example, often taking the role as the one who gives in or gives up things in order to make the other happy. However, resentment for this builds, and while people with harmonious Mars-Neptune aspects more easily yield to others without anger for doing so, those with hard Mars-Neptune aspects are more likely to feel stepped upon, and to retaliate in covert ways. If you do feel resentment for giving up your power to someone else, learn to avoid giving it up unless you truly understand that you are doing it for yourself, and not for someone else. Resentments have a way of building and distorting themselves into ugly matter if you don’t deal with them properly and directly. You are often passive-aggressive in your approach to others, and this can cause a lot of problems in your life.You are usually found chasing a dream… or a fantasy. The former is probably the better path.Somehow, others are bound to eventually sense that you are not to be trusted, and this is often for good reason! You may not like to admit this to yourself, as you may have built excuses for your deceptive or sneaky behavior. However, adopting a more direct and assertive approach to life is something that you should be working towards. You will need to get over your feelings of guilt when you do adopt this approach. Learning to take responsibility for your actions, and to avoid blaming others for failures, is important.At your worst, you can be disorganized in your approach to life, easily procrastinating and lacking follow-through when you do begin a task. Some of the most important lessons you need to learn in life are self-control, self-assertion, and trust in yourself. At your best, you are a creative person with a powerful imagination and great stores of compassion.Some Famous People with the Mars in Hard Aspect to Neptune: Squares – Ben Affleck, James Barber, Erma Bombeck, Jimmy Buffet, Barbara Bush, Sandra Dee, Melissa Etheridge, Eddie Fisher, Jodie Foster, Conan O’Brien, Diana Ross, Rod Stewart, Andy Warhol, Sharon Tate. Oppositions – Paula Abdul, Alan Alda, Maya Angelou, Jim Bakker, Truman Capote, Johnny Cash, Rita Coolidge, Terry Fox, Katharine Hepburn, Tommy Hilfiger, Jimmy Hoffa, Steve McQueen, Joe Namath, Burt Reynolds, George Segal, Elizabeth Taylor, Alicia Witt, Tiger Woods.

Mars

Mars Trine Pluto

Your high energy and sheer force of will can be used today to help others accomplish much. Do something today for the good of society. Your actions today can be an inspiration to others, so get out there and get involved. You will find that others want you to succeed so help them as you help yourself.You are committed, determined, and passionate. For you, it’s all or nothing, and you are baffled by, and possibly impatient with, others who do things only halfway or half-heartedly. You are usually quite decisive, and often unwavering once committed. You are certainly a passionate person and you possess a fascinating and commanding aura. You are generally confident about your own talents. You employ strategy when you are going after something, and you are very talented at this, saving time and energy. While you are perfectly capable of outwitting others as a natural psychologist, whether you take advantage of this skill or not depends much on the rest of your natal chart.You’re naturally very resourceful and usually quite persistent when pursuing a goal. You are a wonderful person to be around when there’s a crisis. Very little fazes you, and you’re especially effective when circumstances call for a leader.The trine aspect is the more dynamic of the two harmonious aspects. Those with the sextile can call upon these traits when needed, and those with the trine between the Mars and Pluto have incorporated the traits of the aspect into their personalities, expressing them naturally and consistently.Alternate, short interpretations: Mars sextile Pluto or Mars trine Pluto: *You dream up creative solutions to problems and take an imaginative, unusual approach to getting a job done. When difficulties arise you prefer to avoid conflict and confrontation in favor of more peaceful or subtle methods of resolving problems. Working to help others or for a cause that transcends your own narrow, personal interests is satisfying for you. You have an artistic flair and appreciate the colorful, unique, or strange.#You are capable of applying tremendous effort to anything you attempt. The spiritual lesson is to learn moderation. Moderation often means acting like one of the pack instead of always being the leader.Some Famous People with Mars in Harmonious Aspect to Pluto: Sextiles – Billy Idol Trines – Steve Jobs, Iggy Pop, Kurt Russell, Charles Prince of Wales, Jackie Chan.