Moonsign,
Sunsign
and More
by Jenny Yates
Sunsign
and More
by Jenny Yates
September 18 to 26, 2019 |
What sign is the moon in? What signs do the planets occupy? What is the current lunar cycle about? For the aspects currently affecting everyone, click here. And for a daily overview, click here. |
Venus is in Gemini In Gemini, Venus is devoted to intellectual pleasures. This can mean anything from crossword puzzles to lectures on Medieval candle magic. It's especially good for scintillating conversation. Everyone is wittier and more interesting, and everyone is quicker to respond to your ripostes. (And they're ready to repost everything you write, too.) And yes, it's a good time for puns. Try to control yourself. Venus will be in Gemini until July 4. Venus entered Gemini in NYC: Thurs, June 9, 10:23 am in Vancouver: Thurs, June 9, 7:23 am in London: Thurs, June 9, 3:23 pm in Berlin: Thurs, June 9, 4:23 pm |
The Moon moves into Taurus in NYC: Tues, Sept 17, 6:30 am in Vancouver: Tues, Sept 17, 3:30 am in London: Tues, Sept 17, 11:30 am in Singapore: Tues, Sept 17, 6:30 pm in Sydney: Tues, Sept 17, 8:30 pm moves into Gemini in NYC: Thurs, Sept 19, 4:57 pm in Vancouver: Thurs, Sept 19, 1:57 pm in London: Thurs, Sept 19, 9:57 pm in Singapore: Fri, Sept 20, 4:57 am in Sydney: Fri, Sept 20, 6:57 am moves into Cancer in NYC: Sun, Sept 22, 12:50 am in Vancouver: Sat, Sept 21, 9:50 pm in London: Sun, Sept 22, 5:50 am in Singapore: Sun, Sept 22, 12:50 pm in Sydney: Sun, Sept 22, 2:50 pm moves into Leo in NYC: Tues, Sept 24, 5:19 am in Vancouver: Tues, Sept 24, 2:19 am in London: Tues, Sept 24, 10:19 am in Singapore: Tues, Sept 24, 5:19 pm in Sydney: Tues, Sept 24, 7:19 pm moves into Virgo in NYC: Thurs, Sept 26, 6:36 am in Vancouver: Thurs, Sept 26, 3:36 am in London: Thurs, Sept 26, 11:36 am in Singapore: Thurs, Sept 26, 6:36 pm in Sydney: Thurs, Sept 26, 8:36 pm |
What does the moon's sign tell you? See Moon Signs and Lunar Transits |
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Pluto is in Capricorn Pluto has to do with the slowest, most relentless and most inexorable trends. In spite of being demoted from planet status, it's still very influential when it comes to social transformation. As soon as Pluto entered this pragmatic, restrained ascetic sign, the economy took a very different shape. Everyone switched from spending and speculating to worrying and saving. The emphasis is on what works, not necessarily what feels good. This is a long-term conservative influence, but the word "conservative" can mean a lot of different things. It could mean conserving the land, and becoming better stewards of the earth. It could mean conserving the wisdom of our elders. It could mean looking to the people who have spent their lives developing practical skills and asking, "Okay, how do we do this?" Pluto has been in Capricorn since November 2008 and will be here until March 2023. |
Uranus is in Taurus Uranus is the revolutionary planet, and now it’s entering the most solid, grounded sign in the zodiac, Taurus. So this could be a time when some very basic social and economic factors will be challenged. There could be big changes to the way we all handle matters of wealth and poverty, for example. Currencies could be affected, and some could go dormant, while new currencies are suddenly born. Our agricultural methods could be altered during this time, along with the way we distribute food and other goods. New technology will reshape science, especially when it comes to medicine. New art forms could have a big influence, particularly in music and spoken poetry. Ecological issues will also be addressed with innovative technology during this time, and some of it will work, while some of it will fail. It may become clear that we do need to restructure our societies in order to live sustainably on the earth, but whether this will happen in a sufficiently radical way remains to be seen. There will be a lot of push-back for every change that’s proposed. Sometimes it takes the shock of disaster to really alter people’s consciousness, but that’s the hard way to do it. There may be more radical movements towards traditional lifestyles during this time. Of course, everybody interprets tradition in their own way. Some of these will be oppressive to women, gay people, and minorities, while others are able to combine a kinder social ethic with a sustainable lifestyle. Uranus will be in Taurus until July 7, 2025. Uranus entered Taurus in NYC: Weds, Mar 6, 3:27 am in Vancouver: Weds, Mar 6, 12:27 am in London: Weds, Mar 6, 8:27 am in Singapore: Weds, Mar 6, 4:27 pm in Sydney: Weds, Mar 6, 7:27 pm |
Saturn is in Capricorn Saturn is now entering its home sign, where it’s an especially strong influence. This is a period when the focus will be on duty, responsibility and pragmatism, and there won’t be a lot of time or room for frivolity. When times are hard, people focus on the basics, and act more cautiously. This is a sign of structure and tradition, and so the emphasis will be on maintaining the status quo, and bolstering it further whenever possible. We may see more poverty and lack, for many reasons, during this time. Natural resources will become scarcer, and people already in power will be even more efficient in taking control of what’s there. With Saturn in this sign, I can see the world becoming more and more like a factory, a machine, with people being ground under by the emphasis on efficiency and competence. At the same time, organization is rewarded, in whatever form, and so we are likely to see a lot of grassroots organization take firm root. Discipline and commitment are rewarded by this sign, and this will help people survive. Saturn is the planet that rules bones, and so we’ll become aware of the bones of our society. We’ll become well acquainted with its framework, and it will be clear when it’s crooked, when it’s unstable, when it’s not sustainable. The process of righting it is slow and painstaking, but that work will continue doggedly during this time. Saturn will be in Capricorn until March 21, 2020. Saturn entered Capricorn in NYC: Tues, Dec 19, 11:48 pm in Vancouver: Tues, Dec 19, 8:48 pm in London: Weds, Dec 20, 4:48 am in Singapore: Weds, Dec 20, 12:48 pm in Sydney: Weds, Dec 20, 3:48 pm |
Mars is in Virgo With Mars in this pragmatic earth sign, your attention is directed towards fixing, mending, healing and recovering. All work goes more smoothly, since this Mars-sign gives a willingness to analyze any problem until a solution appears, and a desire for excellence. There’s an innate logic to the sign Virgo, and people who are already logical benefit the most when Mars enters this sign. Everything makes even more sense than it usually does. Information can be analyzed, and can yield results, and these results can make a difference in the smooth functioning of the world. As you can see, this is a particularly good time for scientists and researchers. This is the most detail-oriented sign, however, and there is some danger that you can get completely bogged down in the smallest pieces of information, or the tiniest problems. This can mean ignoring larger problems that really cry out for solutions. Perfectionism can be a real stumbling block when a lot of things are going on at once. For people who are normally pretty spacey, this is a great influence, since it does mean slowing down and looking at the way everything fits together. Some people will be neater, and some chores will get done. Some things will be repaired, and this could be especially helpful at this time of seasonal change. Mars will be in Virgo until October 4. Mars entered Virgo in NYC: Sun, Aug 18, 1:18 am in Vancouver: Sat, Aug 17, 10:18 pm in London: Sun, Aug 18, 6:18 am in Singapore: Sun, Aug 18, 1:18 pm in Sydney: Sun, Aug 18, 3:18 pm |
The sun is in Virgo This is a good time for a seasonal cleaning. The Virgo sun gives a sharp eye for details, and so you’re very aware of all the little areas of disorder around you. You can organize, mend, fix, and generally get everything in shape. Work also goes well with the sun in Virgo. People want to get things done, as efficiently and thoroughly as possible. People may be staying late at the office, working through lunch, and making a lot of progress on ongoing projects. Those pesky labor-intensive tasks can finally all be taken care of. It’s also a good time for maintenance on all the tools and systems that you customarily use. Everyone may be a little more critical than usual, and this is something to watch out for. It’s important to encourage your staff, co-workers and family members, even if they haven’t done something as perfectly as you would do it yourself. And everybody has their own little way of doing things. Try to be tolerant of these different methods, even if they don’t seem to be as good as your own. This is also a good time to focus on health. Virgo is a sign dedicated to healing – so whether you’re starting an exercise regime, eating a nutritious breakfast every morning, starting to take vitamins regularly, or getting a check-up, you can improve your health this month. You can make some important revisions to your daily schedule, in line with your beliefs and goals. The sun will be here until September 23. The sun entered Virgo in NYC: Fri, Aug 23, 6:02 am in Vancouver: Fri, Aug 23, 3:02 am in London: Fri, Aug 23, 11:02 am in Singapore: Fri, Aug 23, 6:02 pm in Sydney: Fri, Aug 23, 8:02 pm |
The Current Lunar Cycle (6° Virgo) This is a very intense lunar cycle. Energies that have been contained for a long time are suddenly released, and there is purposeful, concerted movement towards a single goal. With Mercury, Mars and Venus all in Virgo, all conjunct the sun and moon, the focus is on fixing a problem which has been going on far too long. This concentrated Virgo energy lends itself to work, and it’s a time when everyone gives a hand and contributes to whatever needs to be done. Everyone is needed, from the most humble worker to the most abstruse specialist. Communication goes well, plans are comprehensive, and all details are carefully considered. The work will be meaningful for a long time, because it rests on a strong foundation. Issues around health, labor, organizational techniques, and climate change are especially likely to occupy center stage. Science and technology are important at this time, and there could be some important breakthroughs in these areas. There will be some squabbles, since a lot is at stake, but this won’t seriously impede progress. This may signal the moment when most of the world begins to face a reality long denied. This lunar cycle lasts until the next new moon on September 28. Its climactic moment is the full moon on September 14. The new moon occurred in NYC: Fri, Aug 30, 6:37 am in Vancouver: Fri, Aug 30, 3:37 am in London: Fri, Aug 30, 11:37 am in Singapore: Fri, Aug 30, 6:37 pm in Sydney: Fri, Aug 30, 8:37 pm |
Jupiter is in Sagittarius The character of the year changes, as Jupiter enters its new sign. And this will be a more optimistic year. Jupiter’s passage through Sagittarius is a great counter to the more dour presence of Saturn in Capricorn. Jupiter in Sagittarius is about freedom, adventure, and expansion. The Sagittarian archetype is the Seeker, and so a lot of people will take to the road, or fly off to some distant land. People will be looking for something – new experiences, a deeper understanding of life, a sense of meaning. Some folks will approach the quest while staying in their chairs, zipping around in cyberspace, but most will want to be physically as well as mentally and spiritually active. This is Jupiter’s home sign, so the buoyant, positive energy of Jupiter will express itself in so many ways. There could be a great rush of people who want to be more involved in their communities, whether they jump into the political fray or volunteer for a worthy cause. Everybody takes energy from everybody else. So it will be an energetic year. There could also be some luck, for the human race in general. This also counters Saturn in Capricorn, which keeps repeating the message that you have to work really hard for everything you get. Jupiter in Sagittarius is passing around another message: that there is a certain grace that just falls on all of us. We can identify it, enjoy it, and be grateful for it. Jupiter will be here until December 2, 2019. Jupiter entered Sagittarius in NYC: Thurs, Nov 8, 7:38 am in Vancouver: Thurs, Nov 8, 4:38 am in London: Thurs, Nov 8, 12:38 pm in Singapore: Thurs, Nov 8, 8:38 pm in Sydney: Thurs, Nov 8, 11:38 pm |
Mercury is in Libra Mercury, the planet of intellect, is well-suited to the air sign Libra. There’s a real love of the intellectual process - an appreciation for learning, a willingness to teach and to share knowledge, and an attraction to intricate concepts and well-crafted sentences. This is an excellent time for cooperative work, especially in small teams. People are more willing to listen to each other, to trade ideas back and forth, to compromise, to take turns exercising leadership. Everybody is more focused on fairness, equality, and balance. People are more apt to play by the rules, especially if it’s obvious that these rules benefit others, either collectively or individually. This is an idealistic time. There’s less emphasis on individual action, more on working in partnership, or taking one’s place in the community. There may be quite a lot of arguments and debates, but they will mostly be pretty orderly. The focus will be on ideas, principles, and beliefs. Libra is an artistic sign, and so everyone finds it easier to communicate in a graceful and effective way. Rhetoric can rise to new heights. At the same time, where is the heart behind the words? Sometimes the words can seem a bit slick and overly crafted, and they can hide underlying messages that are not so pretty, not so open- minded. Mercury will be here until October 3. Mercury entered Libra in NYC: Sat, Sept 14, 3:14 am in Vancouver: Sat, Sept 14, 12:14 am in London: Sat, Sept 14, 8:14 am in Singapore: Sat, Sept 14, 3:14 pm in Sydney: Sat, Sept 14, 5:14 pm |
Venus is in Libra When Venus, the planet of love, goes through Libra, everyone is more romantic. The trappings of romance – candlelight, soft music, dancing, silky fabrics – are all more evident. Everything connected to relationships is gentler, more subtle, more refined. There’s more give- and-take, a willingness to look at the other point of view, to cooperate, even to yield at times. Single people may find themselves longing for partners, and it’s very easy to fall in love during this Venus sign. You may be entranced by some simple word or gesture which seems to reflect a romantic ideal. Whether this can go anywhere, only time will tell, so take a while to get to know the object of your desire. This Venus sign is good for that anyway, as it’s more cerebral than physical. During this time, artistic pleasure is enhanced. It’s a great time to go to a play, a concert or a museum. People are drawn to intellectual pleasures, parties are more elegant, and conversation becomes an art. Those who are already artistic will be in their element, but even those who avoid higher culture may be inspired to duck into a gallery and come home with a framed print. If you’re working on a farm, you could find yourself reciting poetry to the chickens. This is an idealistic time, in which the sense of justice is stronger. And so, even though it inclines to peaceful solutions, it’s not always peaceful. There will be more processing during this Venus sign, as people work out what it means to be fair, egalitarian, and balanced in their relationships to their partners, to society in general, and within themselves. Venus will be here until October 8. Venus entered Libra in NYC: Sat, Sept 14, 9:43 am in Vancouver: Sat, Sept 14, 6:43 am in London: Sat, Sept 14, 2:43 pm in Singapore: Sat, Sept 14, 9:43 pm in Sydney: Sat, Sept 14, 11:43 pm |
Neptune is in Pisces This could be a time of beautiful spiritual flowering, a time when large numbers of people open up their hearts and connect with each other. The idealism of Neptune becomes deeply intuitive, emotional and sympathetic when this planet goes through Pisces. The matter of faith is likely to be paramount as Neptune goes through this sign. Who and what do we trust? People will have a stronger need to believe in something (or someone), and this can mean that some folks will be preyed upon by unscrupulous con men. A gullible populace isn't always good at picking leaders, so it will be important to talk as clearly and fully as possible about all the issues of the day. Open communication is important and protective during this period. Neptune is the planet of the strange, so things may take odd turns. Everyone will be a little more susceptible to illusions, confusion, fascinations, and poetic deliriums. New drugs could make an appearance – both medicinal and recreational - and new healing techniques be developed. Creativity is enhanced by Neptune in this sign, especially when it comes to rhythmic forms like music and poetry, and to the arts of illusion such as theatre and film. We could see the flowering of some amazing new art-forms. Religious institutions get new life from Neptune’s passage through Pisces, but only if they offer a true connection with the wisdom of the inner self. It’s not a time for dogma, but for breaking down all artificial divisions and merging with the infinite. Neptune will be here until March 2025. Neptune entered Pisces in NYC: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 2:03 pm in Vancouver: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 11:03 am in London: Fri, Feb 3,2012, 7:03 pm in Berlin: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 8:03 pm in Sydney: Sat, Feb 4, 2012, 6:03 am |
The sun enters Libra Libra is an idealistic sign, and with the sun here, principles and ethical beliefs are stronger. Everyone wants to do the right thing, to create a world that’s fairer, gentler, and more cooperative. People are willing to put their self-interest aside and to think about the good of others, both as individuals and as a community. If something goes wrong, they are happier to compromise, as they look for a solution. They are better at taking turns, whether they are five or fifty. Everyone wants to create harmonious organizations, in which everything is clear and aboveboard, and in which there are some definite rules that everyone must live by. However, people are also more inclined to make rules, which sometimes just makes everything more complicated. They can spend a lot of time deliberating over the fine points, and end up not doing anything at all. It can seem important to figure out exactly what every word in the bylaws refers to. It could also be a litigious time, since people are less likely to let infractions slide. It’s not enough to do the right thing; it can seem important that everyone else do the right thing too. The sun will be in Libra until October 23. The sun enters Libra in NYC: Mon, Sept 23, 3:50 am in Vancouver: Mon, Sept 23, 12:50 am in London: Mon, Sept 23, 8:50 am in Singapore: Mon, Sept 23, 3:50 pm in Sydney: Mon, Sept 23, 5:50 pm |