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28 December, 2023


The Sun

Solar activity was low. Region 3529 (S20W62, Dho/beta) lost area but was still the largest sunspot group on the visible disk. This region produced an isolated C-class flare or two but was otherwise quiet. Region 3534 (S12E60, Cro/beta) was numbered this period, but there is a chance the region will dissipate before reaching the west limb. It also produced an isolated C-class flare late in the day. The remaining 4 active regions were either stable or in decay.

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.

The solar wind environment was fairly unremarkable with Bt less than 8 nT and Bz ranging from -5 to 5 nT. Wind speeds were slightly elevated, averaging around 465 km/s. The phi angle was positive.

There is a 30% chance of solar activity, with a 25% chance of a minor event, a 5% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.


The Moon

The waning moon is currently in Cancer, at 20 degrees, 39' 25", at a velocity of 12.51 degrees per day.

The Full moon is currently 16 days old. It is 397636.8 km from the centre of the Earth.

The next new moon is at 11:58:05, 11 Jan, 2024. The next full moon is at 17:54:43, 25 Jan, 2024.


Planetary Information

Pluto

The Sun

The Sun is in Capricorn

The Sun is at 06 Cap 13' 57", and is 147114914km away and approaching.

Pluto

The Moon

The Moon is in Cancer

The Moon will change from Cancer to Leo in the next 24 hours.

The Moon is at 20 Can 39' 25", and is 396039km away and receding.

Moon Is In Cancer

Ahoy celestial navigators! It's your favorite cosmic comedian and astrology nerd, here to give you a stellar update. Now, fasten your seatbelts and secure your spectacles, because our lovely Luna is currently vacationing in the constellation of Cancer. Which, by the way, is not as scary as it sounds. It's not like she's sunbathing on a beach with crabs or anything. She's just 395,855.521660402 km away... an easy weekend trip if you have a spaceship lying around! During her stay in Cancer, the Moon is feeling quite nurturing, kind of like your grandma when you visit. She might bake you cookies, or in this case, shower you with good vibes and heightened intuition. It's a great time to tap into your feels, folks. You know, the ones you hide at the back of your emotional fridge, behind the beer and leftover pizza. And while you're digging through that metaphorical fridge, don't forget - the Moon is always on the move. She’s like that friend who can’t sit still and has a new hobby every week. In the next 24 hours, she'll be packing her cosmic bags and heading over to the proud and fiery Leo. So, what does this mean for you? Well, if you've been feeling extra sentimental or craving comfort food lately, don't worry, it's not because of that sad movie you watched last night, it's just the Moon doing her thing in Cancer. But keep an eye out for a sudden urge to roar like a lion or wear more gold. That's the Leo energy creeping in. Remember, folks, the universe is a fascinating, ever-changing place. Just like your laundry pile, it's full of mysteries waiting to be unfolded. So, keep looking up and stay tuned for more astronomical amusement!

Pluto

Mercury

Mercury is in Sagittarius

Mercury is retrograde at 24 Sag 09' 32", moving backwards at 0.83 degrees per day, and is 106912479km away and receding.

Mercury Is In Sagittarius

Well, folks, we've got Mercury pulling a fast one on us again, dancing its retrograde jig in the wild, expansive land of Sagittarius. Now, for all you non-spacey types, that's a good 106,806,349.109554693km away in real people distance. Let's break it down. Mercury, our cosmic mailman, loves a good list and checking it twice. It's all about the details. Sagittarius on the other hand, is that free-spirited friend who always has an eye on the horizon and never remembers where they left their keys. You know, the one who's already planning their next adventure before they've unpacked from the last one. The fun part? When these two team up, it's like having a super organized hippie with a PhD in Planning Our Future. Mercury in Sagittarius is like a fireworks display of enthusiastic words, confident messages, and passionate debates. It's like a cosmic pep rally! But remember, we need to keep our reason alongside our excitement. In this cosmic quest for truth, respect for different points of view is as important as that morning cup of coffee. Just a friendly reminder to think before we speak, folks. With Mercury in Sagittarius, it's easier than ever for that unfiltered comment to escape before your brain gets the memo. Don't want to end up with a case of cosmic foot-in-mouth disease, do we? Last but not least, Sagittarius, represented by the Archer, is all about exploration and possibilities. So, dust off those old dreams, plan that trip, sign up for that course or apply for that dream job. The stars are aligning, my friends, and the universe is ready to play tour guide. Remember, space is big. Really big. But in the grand scheme of things, so are you. As a wise man once said, "I am a leaf on the wind - watch how I soar!" Soar high, my fellow cosmic travelers!

Pluto

Venus

Venus is in Scorpio

Venus is prograde at 28 Sco 04' 35", moving at 1.21 degrees per day, and is 173267831km away and receding.

Venus Is In Scorpio

Alright, stardust enthusiasts, buckle up! Venus has sashayed her way into the intense and passionate realm of Scorpio. I'm talking 173222680.049931496km worth of cosmic salsa dancing. And guess what? She's in prograde motion, which means she's not playing hard to get this time around. Now, let's talk about Venus, our galactic goddess of relationships. She's sociable, friendly, affectionate, and a total advocate for "Netflix and chill". Scorpio, on the other hand, is the zodiac's master of deep dives. Scorpions don't do shallow end, folks. They're all about passion, intensity, and the kind of love that makes you question if you're in a Nicholas Sparks novel. The result? When Venus is doing her residency in Scorpio, we start craving those meaningful, intense experiences. It's like swapping out your regular latte for a triple shot espresso. Love can feel a bit obsessive, like checking your phone every 30 seconds to see if they've texted back. This cosmic combo also turns us into Sherlock Holmes in our relationships. Those nagging thoughts and doubts that you've been treating like Voldemort's name (unspoken, remember?), well, they're about to step into the limelight. Venus in Scorpio is the celestial equivalent of a reality TV show intervention. Money matters also get a spotlight during this transit. Suddenly, your partner's spending habits are as noticeable as a supernova in a dark sky. On the bright side, this could be a good time to consider financial investments. Think of it as celestial Shark Tank episode. I know, I know, Venus in Scorpio sounds heavier than a black hole. But hang on! This is also a fantastic opportunity for bonding. If you're willing to take the emotional and physical challenge, this could be a truly transformative and sexy time. So, in the words of the great Captain Picard, "Engage!" and let this cosmic dance bring you and your partner closer together. Venus in Scorpio is all about going deep, so grab your metaphorical scuba gear and explore the depths of love and passion. Don't forget to come up for air once in a while!

Pluto

Mars

Mars is in Sagittarius

Mars is prograde at 24 Sag 32' 37", moving at 0.74 degrees per day, and is 364268100km away and approaching.

Mars Is In Sagittarius

Alright, interstellar explorers! Buckle up your metaphorical seatbelts because Mars, our next-door planetary neighbor, has decided to waltz its way into Sagittarius. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Oh no, not another astrological event!" But hold onto your telescopes, because this is going to be a cosmic ride like no other! Firstly, let's get one thing straight; Mars in Sagittarius isn't just about falling headfirst into a fiery pit of planetary chaos. Nope! Like a space cowboy riding on a flaming comet, Mars blazes through the Archer’s territory, dousing us all in a healthy dose of their limitless optimism and audacious capabilities. So, if you've been feeling like the universe has been conspiring against you lately, take heart! Things are about to shine brighter than a supernova in your life. Now, Sagittarius is not your run-of-the-mill stargazer. When Mars is hanging out in their celestial neighborhood, it's like having the command center of the Starship Enterprise in your brain. Suddenly, you can see the outcome of every decision before it's made, and you approach obstacles with the confidence of Captain Kirk facing an alien overlord. But tread lightly, space cadets, because there is a dark side to this astrological alliance. You see, with Mars in Sagittarius, we can be as impulsive as a shooting star and might take risks that make tightrope walking across a black hole seem safe. Remember, even the most courageous cosmonaut knows the importance of moderation. This cosmic combo also gives us an insatiable hunger to understand the universe, from quasars to quantum physics. It's a time to fling open the doors of our minds and let in ideas, philosophies, and beliefs from all corners of the cosmos. And trust me, there's more out there than just little green men and their flying saucers! Finally, if you've been itching to throw a dart at the global map and teleport to wherever it lands, now's the time! Mars in Sagittarius is all about exploration, and not just the "let's take a trip to the local alien-themed diner" kind. It's about stepping out of your comfort zone and into the unknown. But remember, you don't need to venture into a wormhole to satisfy this urge for adventure. You can explore new territories right from the comfort of your own spaceship... I mean, living

Pluto

Jupiter

Jupiter is in Taurus

Jupiter is retrograde at 05 Tau 35' 42", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 662413148km away and receding.

Jupiter Is In Taurus

Hey there, Space Cadets: Jupiter's in Taurus and it's Retrograde Party Time!

Alright, folks, buckle up because our celestial bigwig Jupiter has taken a vacation in chillaxing Taurus, and boy, is it causing a cosmic stir! This reminds us of that one time when HAL-9000 started singing 'Daisy Bell' - something out of the ordinary but not necessarily bad, you get what I mean?

So, what does this mean? Well, imagine HAL-9000 deciding to take up yoga. Jupiter, the grand old guru of our galaxy, is bringing its deep wisdom to the steadfast, somewhat stubborn Taurus. It’s like a cosmic reminder that we have all the answers we need, we just need to clear away the space junk in our heads to find them.

With Jupiter in Taurus, we have a chance to make some real celestial headway towards our dreams. Jupiter's got his expansion hat on, and Taurus is ready to dig in its hooves and make it happen. It’s like having your very own cosmic personal trainer who won’t let you quit until you’ve reached your goal - whether that's finally building that spaceship or learning to cook something other than astronaut food.

Here's the fun part: Jupiter is also known as Mr. Fortune, and Taurus has a keen eye for the finer things in life - sonic screwdrivers, Star Trek collectibles, you name it. So, this could be a great time to make some serious Galactic Credits. Just remember to keep a check on your impulse buys, or you might end up with a room full of lightsabers and no money for next week's groceries.

So, while Jupiter is retrograding through Taurus, it's time to channel your inner HAL-9000, embrace the disruption in your usual programming, and start singing 'Daisy Bell'. After all, space is full of surprises!

Pluto

Saturn

Saturn is in Pisces

Saturn is prograde at 02 Pis 55' 16", moving at 0.08 degrees per day, and is 1532486957km away and receding.

Saturn Is In Pisces

Saturn in Pisces: Cosmic Coaching Session

Brace yourself, stargazers! The cosmic life coach, Saturn, has taken a detour into the nebulous realm of Pisces. Now, you might be thinking, "But I didn't order any celestial counselling!" Oh, but darling, when have the stars ever cared about our schedules? Saturn, the celestial equivalent of that strict headmaster who turned out to be just what we needed, is in Pisces, the dreamy, fishy, 'let's-see-how-far-this-rabbit-hole-goes' sign of the zodiac. Think of it as a universe-ordained business seminar.

Pisces is the spiritual guru of the zodiac, always lost in some profound daydream about world peace or the meaning of that Beatles song backwards. Normally, Saturn would be a buzzkill in this dreamlike atmosphere, but hold on to your telescopes, folks! He's here to turn those ethereal dreams into reality. So, grab your notepad, sharpen your pencils, and brace yourself for a cosmic brainstorming session. Write that business plan, calculate that budget, look into those loan options. Let the Master of Rules guide you towards fruitful results.

Now, Saturn in Pisces isn't all stardust and rainbows. Picture your dad suddenly entering your room carrying a vacuum cleaner and a list of chores. That's Saturn for you, barging in, scrutinizing your dreams, and daring to ask the tough questions. You might feel like hanging a 'Keep Out' sign on your brain, but trust me, the Saturnian critique is worth its weight in dark matter. So, dust off your ego, open the door, and listen to his stellar advice.

Speaking of sleep (were we?), with Saturn poking around in Pisces, the realm of dreams, we might experience a bit of celestial insomnia. You might find yourself wrestling with rogue asteroids in your dreams or counting sheep jumping over Saturn's rings. But fear not! This is the perfect opportunity to embrace your inner Zen: meditate, stroll through nature, breathe deeply, and yes, even take a nap (with a dream journal on standby). And remember, if you're feeling like a sleepy supernova, hit the hay early and give your mind time to unwind.

So, buckle up, cosmic voyagers, as Saturn's voyage into Pisces promises to be an

Pluto

Uranus

Uranus is in Taurus

Uranus is retrograde at 19 Tau 28' 15", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 2831501892km away and receding.

Uranus Is In Taurus

Uranus In Taurus: The Cosmic Shake-Up

Listen up, earthlings! Your resident astro-nerd is here with a cosmic bulletin, so grab your telescopes and let's talk about the elephant in the galaxy - Uranus in Taurus. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Uranus? Taurus? Isn't that a weird sci-fi crossover?" Nope, it's just another day in the celestial sphere!

Here's the 411. Taurus, usually the picture of stability - think Spock on a good day - is about to have its world rocked by the cosmic rebel, Uranus. It's like if the Starship Enterprise suddenly decided to ditch warp speed and go for a leisurely space stroll. Change isn't exactly Taurus's favorite cup of earl grey tea, but hey, when Uranus gatecrashes your party, you don’t really have much choice.

On the galactic financial front, things are about to get as wild as a Ferengi at a yard sale. Uranus in Taurus might just be the cosmic kick we need to start rethinking money. It’s like we all suddenly got invited to a high stakes poker game in Quark's Bar, and the chips are about to fly. We're talking potential new currencies, banking revolutions, and a stock market rollercoaster that’ll make the Kobayashi Maru seem like a walk in the park.

On a personal level, it's time to pull a Captain Kirk and boldly go where no one has gone before - deep into our relationships with money and materialism. Stuck in the gravitational pull of debt, taxes, or credit card interest? Uranus is about to play Scotty and beam you up out of there. Feeling trapped by your material possessions? It’s like you’re stuck in the Holodeck, and Uranus is the emergency exit.

So buckle up, space cadets. This transit isn't going to be a smooth ride on the USS Voyager. But remember, even in the chaos of cosmic change, there's opportunity. After all, it was Spock who said, "Change is the essential process of all existence." So let's embrace the shake-up, and who knows? We might just find ourselves in a better place when the stardust settles.

Pluto

Neptune

Neptune is in Pisces

Neptune is prograde at 25 Pis 01' 32", moving at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4499821210km away and receding.

Neptune Is In Pisces

Neptune's Disco Party in Pisces

Alright folks, put on your space goggles because Neptune is doing the electric slide in Pisces! I mean, who doesn't love a good cosmic boogie? With Neptune being, oh, just a casual 4,499,754,051.796911240km away (give or take a few hundred kilometers), it might not seem like it should affect you much but trust me, this is like your introverted friend deciding to host a house party.

Neptune in Pisces is like having an emotional Swiss army knife. Suddenly you've got the tools to slice through the baloney of life's minor squabbles and see the bigger picture. It’s like having the ultimate spoiler alert for that dramatic TV series you’ve been binging - suddenly all the petty differences seem so...well, petty.

This celestial tango is your VIP ticket to go beyond the usual and explore your inner Dr. Spock. Got an idea that could make the Starship Enterprise warp-speed towards progress? This is your time! Got a dream that could make ET phone home? Share it with the world!

Neptune's spell in Pisces is like a cosmic nudge (or a Vulcan nerve pinch) to explore new frontiers of spirituality. So, why not build a mini Stonehenge in your backyard or start a Jedi meditation club? Who knows, you may find your own Yoda in the process.

Remember, this space-time journey with Neptune in Pisces is like a galactic GPS guiding you towards your own version of the Force. So, hop in, space cadets, it's going to be one heck of a ride!

Pluto

Pluto

Pluto is in Capricorn

Pluto is prograde at 29 Cap 14' 34", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 5358921356km away and receding.

Pluto Is In Capricorn

Well, well, well, here we are again, stuck in the delightful cosmic soup with Pluto taking a leisurely roll through the neighborhood of Capricorn. Now, before you start picturing a tiny, icy planet wearing a goat mask and running amok, let me clarify. This ain't your grandma's horoscope. We're not talking about whether you'll find love next Tuesday or win the lottery. No, my dear stargazers, this is about the big picture, the cosmic ballet, the... Okay, I can hear you saying, "Get on with it, nerd!" Alright, alright. So, Pluto, our favorite dwarf planet (don’t tell Eris), is currently 5.3...a lot of kilometers away, give or take a few inches. It's also in prograde, which basically means it's moving forward, not moonwalking backward like Michael Jackson in the cosmos. Now, Pluto in Capricorn is like that one friend who, after a couple of kombuchas, becomes a bit too focused on their startup idea. You know the type. They’re all about success and power, but tend to forget that other people might have different ideas. So, during this transit, be careful not to become that friend. Remember, it's okay to agree to disagree, especially when it comes to pineapple on pizza. Pluto is also a fan of spring cleaning. Not just the Marie Kondo kind, but the "blow up the Death Star because it does not spark joy" kind. This is the time to let go of those patterns that no longer serve you. You know that toxic relationship you've been clinging onto, or that job that makes you feel like a dementor is sucking your soul out? Yeah, those need to go. But remember, when it comes to destruction, think smart, not hard. Don't go all Hulk on everything. Be deliberate, pick your targets, and make sure what you’re destroying deserves it. And no, your alarm clock doesn't count. So, there you have it. Pluto in Capricorn, a time of power, focus, potential intolerance, and constructive destruction. It's like a cosmic episode of Mythbusters. Stay tuned for more interstellar insights, and remember, the stars might guide you, but don't forget to tie your own shoelaces.

Current Planetary Aspects

Current Chart
PlanetPosition
Sun06 Cap 13' 57"
Moon20 Can 39' 25"
Mercury24 Sag 09' 32" R
Venus28 Sco 04' 35"
Mars24 Sag 32' 37"
Jupiter05 Tau 35' 42" R
Saturn02 Pis 55' 16"
Uranus19 Tau 28' 15" R
Neptune25 Pis 01' 32"
Pluto29 Cap 14' 34"

Current Planetary Positions

 

The Sun

The Sun

Sun Trine Jupiter

Today should be a fortunate day for you. Your confidence and optimism are high. Today is a good day to put plans into action and to participate in group activities. Expand your horizons and pick up something new to learn. It's a good time to grow, to be generous and caring, and to reach out and make others happy. Ask your boss for a raise as those in authority are likely to be receptive today.Endowed with generosity and friendliness, these people appear to be lucky in life. They attract good things with a positive frame of mind and a charitable disposition. Rarely entirely “down and out”, people with Sun in harmonious aspect to Jupiter are usually well-received, helpful, and well-informed. They may enjoy travel and have a special affection for foreign places and people. They’re generally not very competitive people, and for the most part not combative either. As a result, they are usually well-liked.These people are usually good-hearted with strong morals and much faith in life and in people. They prefer to find good in situations and in people. They don’t have a lot of patience with those who break the rules, as they generally believe in order, equality, and the law. They generally make good on their promises, and the sincerity they exude can be trusted. Looking on the bright side is their forte–turn to these people for a pleasing dose of faith and optimism. They are quick to chuckle and can’t resist any appeal to their sense of humor. Some people with this aspect are downright jolly. Others are less conspicuous, but their faith in life and willingness to find humor in life are nevertheless obvious.Some Famous People with Sun in Harmonious Aspect to Jupiter: Trines – Hank Aaron, Ben Affleck, Antonio Banderas, Ashley Judd, Evel Knievel, Shari Lewis, Carol Lewis, Camilla Parker Bowles, Peter Sellers, Alicia Witt, Justin Timberlake; Sextiles – Prince Andrew (of England), Madonna, Albert Camus, Samantha Fox, Courtney Love, Elvis Presley.Alternate interpretations:Sun trine Jupiter: You have big aspirations but do not struggle or labor to achieve them. Your self-confidence and inner harmony attract success and benefits to you in an almost magical way. Your optimism and cheerful generosity also win you many allies and successes in life. — Interpretation from our Merlin Profile report.Sun trine Jupiter: The qualities of luck, energy, magnanimity, and good spirits here are pronounced. If you also have Moon square or opposition Saturn, or Sun square or opposition Uranus, or Moon conjunct Mars, or Sun square or opposition Saturn: The creative urge is also brought out.You have lots of vitality and optimism, together with a broad, tolerant, philosophic viewpoint – a sort of hail-fellow-well-met person making friends readily and generally keeping them. This is an excellent position for business. If you also have Mars conjunct Jupiter, Jupiter conjunct Saturn, Jupiter conjunct Uranus, Jupiter conjunct Neptune, Moon square or opposition Saturn, Moon conjunct Mars, Sun square or opposition Saturn, or Jupiter sextile or trine Saturn: You find a successful career of considerable scope and influence.In a professional or artistic career this insures financial return. No poet with this aspect ever starved in a garret, or anywhere else, for that matter. You spend freely and convivially, and your abundant vitality makes it possible for you to keep going for a long time. — Interpretation from the Heaven Knows What report.Sun trine Jupiter: Jupiter, the planet of mercy, confers an optimistic approach whenever there are life challenges to be met. This aspect is fortunate because it promotes successful outcomes in general, as far as personal goals and recognition.You’re a generous and loyal friend. You are basically honest and you have a sincere desire to do right by your fellow man. It’s easy for you to be indulgent with others and you’re a naturally big-hearted person. Use this trait with open eyes. — Interpretation from the Your Life Path report.Sun trine Jupiter: Being successful in life is easy, for you have a built-in sense of how to approach and unravel even the most difficult problems. You have an instinct for justice and the law, and you always know how to approach a problem from just the right angle. This ability makes you a natural counselor or guide for others, in particular regarding vocational matters. Working with and helping older persons is also suggested. — Interpretation from Zet Software.

The Sun

The Sun

Sun Sextile Saturn

Self-discipline, organizing ability, and stamina are the order of the day. You are methodical, systematic and can make much progress today simply by rolling up your shirt sleeves and getting to work. People above you are likely to notice your efficient efforts and reward for your hard work will be imminent. Constructive ambition, patience, practical insights, and maturity are the keywords today.It is easy and natural for those born under a harmonious aspect between the Sun and Saturn to accept responsibilities, to lead a rather ordered life, and to apply caution in their financial and business dealings. They rarely jump to conclusions or take uneducated risks. They have a certain amount of patience and enough self-discipline to slowly but surely achieve what they set out to do. Although somewhat undemonstrative, they are generally loyal and responsible people to those they care about.These are not the quickest-moving people around—they take their time and generally use a step-by-step approach to most projects—but they steadily reach their goals. Sun sextile and trine Saturn people are naturally trustworthy, and they don’t have much patience for those who don’t show respect for others, who take foolish risks, and who lead disorganized lives. With the trine, all of these traits come naturally. With the sextile, these traits are available when they are needed.Some Famous People with Sun in Harmonious Aspect to Saturn: Sextiles – Jennifer Aniston, M C Hammer, Ben Affleck, Meryl Streep, Carl Sandburg, Angelina Jolie, Winston Churchill, Robert DeNiro; Trines – Justin Timberlake, Leonardo DiCaprio, Muhammad Ali, Bono (U2), Ron Howard, Raquel Welch, Gloria Vanderbilt, Dinah Shore, Linda McCartney, Sheena Easton, Elton John, Catherine Deneuve, Pearl Bailey.

Mercury

Mercury

Mercury Conjunct Mars

Pour constructive energy and action into communication, writing, reading and anything of a mental nature. Do all your errands today. Your mind is active and it may be difficult at times to slow it down and relax. Your nerves are wound up and it may be necessary for you at some time today to force yourself to seek a quiet place and recoup your strength. Watch a tendency to argue with friends, display impatience, especially while driving, and to generally be on edge. Do not let your high energy level today cause you to become reckless or careless. Pay attention to the things you do and slow down a bit. Remember, discipline. You feel very self-assertive today. Do not let your ego ride roughshod over the people you deal with today. Control your temper AND your tongue. Avoid petty gossip and talking about people behind their backs.

 

Mercury

Mercury

Mercury Square Neptune

Confusion is likely today in your relationships with other people. Take care and read all the fine print. Stay away from taking permanent legal actions as your thinking is colored by who knows what. You may be suckered into something you don't want to do or don't believe in, so watch your step. Misunderstandings in communicating with others is possible. Remember, they may not be hearing what you are trying to say. Nervous anxiety and tension may make you feel listless today. Don't let your imagination carry you away.You might have problems concentrating because your mind is often wandering. Your thinking is exceptionally imaginative, intuitive, and creative. Stretching the truth, whether done consciously or not (or a bit of both), is associated with this position. Bored with anything dull, routine, or lifeless, you often dramatize or connect higher meaning to ordinary events and situations. You are often vague in your communications, purposefully or not, as you resist being pinned down to any one opinion or stance. This is partly due to your ability to see so many different points of view and perspectives. Logical, detail-oriented work and studies are not designed for your way of thinking and learning. Creative presentations, ripe with images and imagery, are what grab your attention and interest. Your style of communication, or possibly thinking, is often self-defeating, and you should consciously avoid a tendency to give up on projects or plans before they even get off the ground. Planning ahead is not a preference, as you prefer to move along running on the fuel of inspiration and intuition.Your style of communication may be unusual, perhaps with many pauses or digressions. You may be deliberately vague or unintentionally so, depending on your nature. Some of you are great storytellers.Sample interpretation from the Merlin report — Your mind is highly imaginative and creative and you possess dramatic, artistic, or musical abilities. As a child, you enjoyed daydreaming, fantasizing, pretending, and probably lived in “your own little world” a good deal. You perceive things which are not obvious to other people and you have an uncanny ability to “read” people and situations without being told anything about them. However, you must learn to discriminate between a true psychic perception and your imagination. Learning to discipline and focus your mind is necessary if you wish to use all of your creative potential. Otherwise, you could be simply a dreamer.Communication with others is difficult for you because you often find words frustrating and inadequate to express your experiences and perceptions. Also, you may purposefully mystify or deceive others.Some Famous People with the Mercury in Hard Aspect to Neptune: Squares – Bob Dylan, Jim Morrison, Donald Trump, Jim Bakker, Mae West, Spencer Tracy, Tom Snyder, Rich Little, Jack London, Bob Dylan; Oppositions – Bono (U2), Marlene Dietrich, Richard Chamberlain, Florence Henderson, Charles De Gaulle, Christian Dior.

Venus

Venus

Venus Sextile Pluto

Your emotions are deep and powerful. As they say, still waters run deep. Today might be a good day to redecorate or make other changes to your home with the hope of bringing greater beauty and harmony into your life. It's a good time to find new uses for old or discarded items which no longer serve your purposes. Emotional self-regeneration is possible with these energies.Instinctually, you observe others and have a strong feel for their motivations. You can use your sharp perceptions to quickly size up a person or situation, and to deal with either accordingly. Extremely resourceful, you are also excellent at determining the worth or value of material things. You can help others to discover their own worth as well. You are naturally attracted to relationships that transform you, that are growing and evolving, and that are intense. You can use your strong intuition and understanding of others for good or for bad, and this depends largely on other aspects in your chart. You are selective in taste, and highly devoted and passionate to the things (and people) you do love. Your charisma is strong and natural, often understated, and you can be quite persuasive.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 Venus and Pluto have incorporated the traits of the aspect into their personalities, expressing them naturally and consistently.Alternate interpretations:+ You are powerful and magnetic. You have a magical charm for dealing with people. You have a universal love for people that is non-sectarian and non-judgmental. You are sustained by material abundance that comes from others at some time in this life and may have a sizable inheritance. When you get involved with a project you can really pour yourself into it with seemingly limitless energy. This energy evaporates when you aren’t involved in a project of personal importance. — Interpretation sample from the In-Depth Profile report.Venus sextile Pluto or Venus trine Pluto: *You love deeply, passionately, and wholeheartedly, and others may find your intensity either extremely attractive or threatening. You are charismatic and can have a powerful emotional influence on others, especially [on potential romantic partners]. You may use your attractiveness to manipulate others, sometimes without even realizing it.~This aspect deepens your response to love, people and life in general. You have the rare quality of seeing the best in everyone, thus helping to bring it out. Beauty, symmetry and goodness are the things you look for in life – and find! Your friends come from all social classes and backgrounds. Your understanding and appreciation of love is instinctive, and you are fully prepared to accept the responsibilities of love as well as the joys. — Interpretation sample from the Heaven Knows What report.#Your powerful artistic gifts can provide the media for your spiritual expression. Sometimes you are driven by physical compulsion to produce tangible works. From the Your Spiritual Path report.Some Famous People with Venus in Harmonious Aspect to Pluto: Sextiles – Prince Ranier, Prince Charles, Alice Faye, Bill Clinton; Trines – Bono (U2), Virginia Woolf, Leo Tolstoy, Donna Summer, John Steinbeck, Jessica Simpson, Harvey Korman, Bjork, Dick Clark, Brendan Fraser, Mia Farrow, Betty Ford, Michael J. Fox.

Mars

Mars

Mars Square Neptune

You may feel self-doubt and inadequacy today. You are probably extra sensitive today, so don't take offense where none is meant. If you are taking medication, remember that less is more because of your heightened sensitivity. Watch that people don't take advantage of you with a sob story or some deal that sounds too good to be true. Stay alert to people not telling you the whole story behind something. Take care of your physical self as your immune system might not be as strong today as usual.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.Your attempts to assert yourself often result in turmoil for you and/or for others. You tend to swing from one extreme to the other–asserting your needs powerfully at times and at others slipping into a state of total apathy. Passive-aggressiveness can be a problem in your life. Ordinary life often seems drab and uninteresting to you and you must have something that stirs your imagination, some vision or ideal or dream to motivate you. You have a strong urge to act out your fantasies or to live your dream, and you will DO things that others only talk about or dream about. Artistic creation, drama, or other areas in which you can express yourself imaginatively are excellent for you. You tend to either overestimate or underestimate your own power and abilities.You may lead a somewhat sexually repressed life although your sexual needs are significant. You could suffer from anxieties regarding your sexuality (probably carried over from parental conditioning around sex) and therefore find it difficult to find satisfaction in this area. However, this tends to change as you mature. As you overcome the urge to indulge in momentary physical pleasures, you build the capacity for spiritual ecstasy.You may be attracted to persons who are unavailable, perhaps because they are already married or simply hard to reach. Sometimes you find it more convenient to see your lover as you wish her to be rather than as she really is. You may find that you lower your standards when choosing a lover and end up with someone who is interested in you primarily for sex, or that the relationship is largely unfulfilling. Disappointments in love may be frequent, although this is also something that improves with age! You are an extremely imaginative lover, and you frequently engage in fanciful and intricate fantasies. This may sometimes interfere with “real life”, but if you channel this energy well, it can most certainly improve your sex life. Your imagination is powerful, but it can also get the best of you. You may imagine complex scenarios and get yourself all riled up about what your partner may have done when she wasn’t around! — Interpretation from our LoveStyles Report.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.

Notes about Transits

Mars is all about action, and where Mars is in our chart with transits is a place where we are prepared to stand our ground. Mars transits can be really productive, but they can also be angsty, aggressive, and sometimes come from a place of anger. It's important to pay attention to how you direct that energy. Mars transits can last for up to a couple weeks.
Jupiter transits enhance your life with optimism and forward-thinking, and lasting for about a month, give you plenty of time to take advantage. Bigger and better is Jupiter's way of thinking, and should be yours as well.
Saturn transits, on the other hand, are where we get a major reality check, and if we’re not ready for them, they can be pretty rotten. Of course, if we’re prepared and up to the task, Saturn transits can also bring very well-deserved rewards, too. Saturn transits last a bit longer than Jupiter transits—usually 2 months or so at a time, but with retrograde cycles, you could be looking at the same lessons three times over a 6 month period.
The outer planets, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto last for such a long time that they make long-lasting impacts on our lives. In fact, Neptune and Pluto can last for two to three years! Consider their effects, plan accordingly, and make them part of your life for the better.

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