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Solar activity was at low levels. Region 3490 (N22W27, Cai/beta) produced a C3.6/Sf at 24/0744 UTC, the strongest of the period. Associated with the event was a Type II (est. 413 km/s) and Type IV radio sweep as well as a narrow CME signature that suggested a trajectory above the ecliptic. No other CME signatures were suspected to have an Earth-directed component.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.
Solar wind parameters suggested waning influence from a positive polarity CH HSS. Total field decreased from 7 nT to near 5 nT. Bz briefly reached as far south as -6 nT. Solar wind speed steadily decreased from the ~550 km/s to just under 500 km/s by the periods end. Phi angle was predominantly in a positive orientation.
There is a 35% chance of solar activity, with a 10% chance of a minor event, a 5% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Gemini, at 03 degrees, 11' 59", at a velocity of 13.52 degrees per day.
The Full moon is currently 14.7 days old. It is 382365.55 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 23:32:07, 12 Dec, 2023. The next full moon is at 0:33:43, 27 Dec, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Sagittarius
The Sun is at 04 Sag 43' 44", and is 147625828km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Gemini
The Moon is at 03 Gem 11' 59", and is 380011km away and receding.
Mercury
Mercury is in Sagittarius
Mercury is prograde at 24 Sag 31' 05", moving at 1.33 degrees per day, and is 174018521km away and approaching.
Well, folks, Mercury's packed its bags, hopped on its cosmic Vespa, and zoomed right into the land of Sagittarius. Now, Mercury is a bit of a neat freak, loves to get down to the brass tacks, sort of like that friend who insists on organizing your sock drawer on a visit. But Sagittarius? Ah, Sagittarius prefers skydiving off abstract thoughts and bungee jumping into the future. You try telling Sagittarius about sorting socks, and it'll show you a blueprint for a sock teleportation device.
Now, with Mercury vacationing in Sagittarius, we're all going to feel a bit more enthusiastic. Expect your words to come out with extra jazz hands, your messages to don superhero capes, and your debates to turn into passionate salsa dances. But hold onto your sanity, folks! Remember, it's great to dream about unicorns, but don't forget that horses exist too.
Ooh, and a word of advice while Mercury is partying hard in Sagittarius - engage brain before opening mouth. Because, my dear stargazers, we could end up blurting out things faster than a popcorn machine on overdrive. Unless you fancy playing a quick game of 'foot-in-mouth', triple check your words during this transit. We don't want any of you turning into accidental philosophers or unintentional poets now, do we?
And here's the fun part. Sagittarius, the cosmic Indiana Jones, makes sure our possibilities are as endless as a never-ending roll of toilet paper. Mercury's journey through this land encourages us to broaden our minds and horizons. So whether it's planning a trip to Mars, enrolling in Hogwarts, or starting a new job as a superhero, now's the time to let your imagination run wild.
So buckle up, my celestial comrades. With Mercury in Sagittarius, it's going to be a wild, weird, and wonderfully wacky ride!
Venus
Venus is in Libra
Venus is prograde at 21 Lib 13' 47", moving at 1.16 degrees per day, and is 141800616km away and receding.
Good news, Earthlings! Venus, our galactic overlord of love, has checked into the cosmic Airbnb of Libra. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Where's my lightsaber? How do parsecs work?" Hold on to your thermal detonators, because this cosmic cocktail is all about balance, not battle!
Venus in Libra is like a Jedi mind trick for your love life: things become light, lovely and way less 'Death Star exploding'. Like a finely tuned C-3PO, we prefer diplomacy over drama. In layman's terms - It's more 'The Force will be with you, always', less 'I find your lack of faith disturbing'.
During this planetary waltz, relationships aren't just a two-player game; they’re a co-op mission. It's not about pulling 50% of the weight; it's both parties going full throttle at 100%. Basically, you're aiming for Han and Leia, not Anakin and Padmé. Any imbalances in your romantic starship will be as conspicuous as a Wookiee at a Stormtrooper convention.
And remember, both Venus and Libra are like intergalactic fashionistas. They love beauty, style, and probably know what color lightsaber best complements your eyes. So why not treat yourself to a new look, or give your home a makeover more dramatic than Anakin's transition to Darth Vader?
So, strap in and prepare to make the jump to light speed. Venus in Libra is your chance to love like you're living in a galaxy far, far away. Cooperate, advocate for peace, and live lightly. It's the Jedi way, after all. May the Venus-in-Libra force be with you!
Mars
Mars is in Sagittarius
Mars is prograde at 02 Sag 01' 18", moving at 0.71 degrees per day, and is 375606149km away and approaching.
Alright, Stargazers, grab your interplanetary passports and buckle up! Mars, the celestial ball of fire and brimstone, is taking a cosmic detour through Sagittarius, the zodiac’s resident optimist. Don't worry about the kilometers or the technical jargon of prograde, unless you're planning to hitch a ride on the next SpaceX flight. The important thing here is - it’s going to be a wild and enlightening jaunt!
Now, when Mars vacations in Sagittarius, we all get a taste of the Archer's expansive joie de vivre. Suddenly, those pesky boundaries imposed by reality seem to blur as the world becomes not only our oyster but an entire seafood buffet. Things are suddenly in Technicolor, and we’re spotting opportunities like hidden Easter eggs in a Marvel movie.
Think of Mars in Sagittarius as an intergalactic Tony Robbins, helping us turn pie-in-the-sky visions into concrete realities. We approach obstacles with the optimism of a cat sizing up a freshly waxed floor. It's all part of the exhibition, folks!
However, there’s also a risk of getting carried away. You know how you can’t eat just one Pringle? Well, that’s us during this transit. We’re high on impulse, ready to take risks, and more likely to overdo things. Remember the scene in Jurassic Park? "Your scientists were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn't stop to think if they should." That’s us. So, moderation folks, moderation.
This cosmic event is like an all-you-can-eat buffet. We want to sample everything – people, places, feelings, knowledge, beliefs... It’s a quest for truth, and we need to be as open as a 24/7 diner. The more we explore, the more we understand ourselves and the shenanigans of the universe.
And if you've been itching for a change of scenery, there’s no better time to feed your wanderlust than during Mars in Sagittarius! This isn’t about sipping margaritas on a beach, it’s about embarking on experiences that expand our minds and hearts. But remember, exploration doesn’t always require a passport or TSA pat-down. Crack open a book on a new subject, sign up for a pottery class,
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 07 Tau 29' 02", moving backwards at 0.11 degrees per day, and is 610503736km away and receding.
Brace yourselves, earthlings because Jupiter, the celestial bigwig, is currently squatting in Taurus, your stubborn yet loveable astrological bovine. What does this mean? Well, it's like if Yoda decided to take a vacation in Willy Wonka’s Chocolate Factory. It’s wisdom meets indulgence, enlightenment meets earthly desires, and yes, it is as chaotic and exciting as it sounds!
Jupiter, the granddaddy of wisdom and deep thoughts is bunking with Taurus, the zodiac's most immovable sign. It's a cosmic reminder that the universe isn't just out there, it's also in here, in us. So, put down that 'How to Become Spiritual in Ten Days' book, and remember that spirituality isn't a distant galaxy you need to reach. It's more like a dormant black hole in your soul, waiting to be rediscovered. Forget the daily hullabaloo and tap into that cosmic wisdom hiding inside you like a shy alien.
Now, don't start imagining that your bank account will suddenly look like Bill Gates'. Jupiter in Taurus does promise prosperity, but remember, Taurus is all about slow and steady wins the race. This isn't the National Lottery; it's more like a cosmic savings plan. If you're expecting an extraterrestrial cash cow to suddenly land in your backyard, you'll be disappointed. But, if you're ready to channel your inner Warren Buffet and make some smart, slow-burn investments, then prepare to swim in stardust gold!
But beware, folks! Taurus has a sweet tooth for indulgence and Jupiter, with its expansive energy, is like a cosmic enabler. It’s like being in a candy store with an unlimited credit card. Sure, you can buy every chocolate bar in sight, but do you need a lifetime supply of Mars bars? Probably not. So try to keep your impulses in check, or you might find yourself drowning in cosmic caramel (and not in the fun way).
So get ready, humans! With Jupiter in Taurus, it's time to channel your inner Yoda, embrace your inner Wonka, and prepare for a cosmic journey that's part spiritual awakening, part financial planning, and entirely out of this world!
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 00 Pis 58' 13", moving at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 1460450284km away and receding.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 20 Tau 30' 26", moving backwards at 0.04 degrees per day, and is 2791641058km away and receding.
Imagine a bull, let's call him Uranus, casually waltzing into a china shop, also known as Taurus. That's what we got going on up in the cosmos right now. As you know Taurus loves nothing more than a good old routine and a comfy couch to snooze on. But here comes Uranus, the celestial equivalent of an espresso shot, ready to shake things up! It's like your grandma deciding to go skydiving; it's unexpected and a little bit concerning.
Now, if you've been keeping track, you'd know that Taurus is the Warren Buffet of the zodiac - it's all about the moolah, baby! So with Uranus doing its cosmic jig in Taurus' backyard, get ready for some seriously out-of-the-box money matters. We're talking bitcoin revolutions, banks taking a sabbatical, and the stock and housing market doing the Macarena. It's seven years of financial roller-coaster rides, folks. Strap in!
On a personal level, expect Uranus to start poking around in your wallet. You know those pesky things that drain your bucks - debts, taxes, credit card interests, rent, mortgages, and that guilty pleasure subscription to "Alien Abduction Monthly"? Uranus is here to help you rethink all of that. It's a bit like a cosmic Marie Kondo, nudging you to ask if your money habits truly spark joy.
Resistance, my friends, is futile. Uranus didn't travel 2.7 billion kilometers just to be ignored. It's here to liberate you from financial chains and outdated ways of thinking. So let's welcome the chaos and remember: change may be scary, but it's also the only way to get to a better place. Who knows, maybe at the end of this cosmic bull ride, we'll all be sitting prettier and more stable than ever before. Now, isn't that a revolution worth signing up for?
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 24 Pis 54' 45", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4420617827km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is prograde at 28 Cap 25' 16", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5306820085km away and receding.
Alright stargazers, let's talk about what happens when the cosmic bad boy, Pluto, crashes into the ambitious mountain goat, Capricorn. Now, this isn't some planetary version of "Clash of the Titans." Oh, no, it's more like a celestial strategy meeting...with snacks!
Pluto's riding shotgun in Capricorn's straight-laced sedan, and they're both cruising down the highway of ambition. But here's the kicker: they've left compassion at the last rest stop, and there's no U-turns allowed on the astrological autobahn. So, if you find yourself suddenly turning into a 'my-way-or-the-highway' type of person, don't panic. You're just under their influence!
Here's the fun part. Pluto didn't come to this party empty-handed. No siree, it brought its favorite party game - 'Destructive Destruction.' Sounds intense, right? Well, it is! It's all about getting rid of all those pesky negative patterns that have been hogging up space in our lives. It's like a cosmic KonMari method, but instead of thanking your old socks before tossing them out, you're saying adios to bad habits and outdated mindsets.
But remember, while you're busy playing demolition derby with your old ways, be mindful of what you're smashing. Not everything needs to be turned into cosmic dust. Some of these patterns might just need a little makeover, not a total annihilation.
So, grab your safety goggles and your cosmic sledgehammer, folks. Pluto in Capricorn is about to make some changes around here - and remember, it's all in the name of progress, even if it feels like you're just breaking stuff!
The Sun
The Sun
You should have lots of energy and vitality today. Go out and get some exercise. Be careful not to get into arguments with your superiors or with people in authority, like policemen. Avoid confrontations that involve your ego. Instead, channel the energy and potential hostility into something creative like your favorite hobby. The important thing is to express yourself in a constructive manner. How about playing in the park with a group of children? Do not overexert yourself or put too much strain on your heart. This means controlling your temper. Anger is one of the hardest things on your heart. Don't lay out in the sun too long. You may burn easier today than normal. Watch yourself around the stove or anything hot. Focus on being humble. Put your ego in the backseat.
The Sun
Mercury
Mars