Moonsign,
Sunsign
and More
by Jenny Yates
Sunsign
and More
by Jenny Yates
February 15 to 22, 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 Cancer in NYC: Fri, Feb 15, 9:02 am in Vancouver: Fri, Feb 15, 6:02 am in London: Fri, Feb 15, 2:02 pm in Singapore: Fri, Feb 15, 10:02 pm in Sydney: Sat, Feb 16, 1:02 am moves into Leo in NYC: Sun, Feb 17, 10:21 am in Vancouver: Sun, Feb 17, 7:21 am in London: Sun, Feb 17, 3:21 pm in Singapore: Sun, Feb 17, 11:21 pm in Sydney: Mon, Feb 18, 2:21 am moves into Virgo in NYC: Tues, Feb 19, 9:47 am in Vancouver: Tues, Feb 19, 6:47 am in London: Tues, Feb 19, 2:47 pm in Singapore: Tues, Feb 19, 10:47 pm in Sydney: Weds, Feb 20, 1:47 am moves into Libra in NYC: Thurs, Feb 21, 9:17 am in Vancouver: Thurs, Feb 21, 6:17 am in London: Thurs, Feb 21, 2:17 pm in Singapore: Thurs, Feb 21, 10:17 pm in Sydney: Fri, Feb 22, 1:17 am moves into Scorpio in NYC: Sat, Feb 23, 10:56 am in Vancouver: Sat, Feb 23, 7:56 am in London: Sat, Feb 23, 3:56 pm in Singapore: Sat, Feb 23, 11:56 pm in Sydney: Sun, Feb 24, 2:56 am |
What does the moon's sign tell you? See Moon Signs and Lunar Transits |
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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 |
Uranus is in Aries Uranus is the planet of change, and in the fast-moving fire sign Aries, change comes more quickly. People are more rebellious, revolutionary, independent and impulsive. There’s a strong urge to go your own way, to express your own unique self. This is a time of great creativity and inventiveness, with lots of “aha!” moments. It’s not the most cooperative period in the world. There are lots of lone wolves, and they’re running around terrorizing the countryside, and then you have others who grab their shotguns and tear off after the lone wolves. People have a harder time working together, making commitments to each other, synchronizing their actions. There are plenty of renegades and mavericks, while social groups are more loosely structured, oriented towards free expression rather than specific constructive ends. So change isn’t necessarily anchored in anything real, and it doesn’t always last. However, spontaneous efforts do sometimes have a lot of effect. Everyone is more focused on proving him or herself, getting ahead, being the best, and all this competitive energy does sometimes express itself in amazing feats and performances. Uranus will be in Aries until March 6, 2019. Uranus re-entered Aries in NYC: Tues, Nov 6, 1:59 pm in Vancouver: Tues, Nov 6, 10:59 am in London: Tues, Nov 6, 6:59 pm in Singapore: Weds, Nov 7, 2:59 am in Sydney: Weds, Nov 7, 5:59 am |
The sun is in Aquarius The sun’s entrance into Aquarius marks the passage from an earthy perspective to one that’s airier, more cerebral, and more idealistic. This is the sign of the intellectual, the scientist, the social activist, and the free- thinker. During this time, you’ll be more experimental, more willing to try interesting alternatives. And if there are beliefs, habits and assumptions that have held you back, you’re more likely to test them. Learning is important to you during the sun’ s time in Aquarius. If you are always soaking up new ideas and information from your environment, this process will be accelerated. If you’re generally oblivious of what’s going on around you, you may be surprised by some of the interesting people and possibilities that cross your path. This is a good time to reinvent yourself. Because you’re more objective, you can look clearly at yourself and your life and see what’s missing. Are you ignoring your health, your goals, your friends, or your creative potential? Whatever it is, you approach the situation with some interesting ideas and a new plan. If you can get involved in a group with similar beliefs or objectives, you’re even more likely to change your life for the better. The sun will be here until February 18. The sun entered Aquarius in NYC: Sun, Jan 20, 3:59 am in Vancouver: Sun, Jan 20, 12:59 am in London: Sun, Jan 20, 8:59 am in Singapore: Sun, Jan 20, 4:59 pm in Sydney: Sun, Jan 20, 7:59 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 Current Lunar Cycle (15° Aquarius) This looks like a pleasant and productive lunar cycle. The sun, moon and Mercury are in the sir sign Aquarius, so everyone is more communicative and more community-minded. People are passing along useful information, as well as interesting theories, and everybody is willing to learn new things. It’s also a good time for spiritual work, with Saturn and Neptune in sextile. No matter where your spirituality lies, it can be a fruitful time. For example, you could take on some extra responsibility in your church, temple, mosque, or grove. Or you could adopt a solo practice, such as meditation or breathing exercises, which connect you to the universal flow. Whatever you decide, it both grounds you and uplifts you. The only challenging note is a departing Mars/Pluto square, which shows that there are some pitched battles over power that are still going on in the background. Some people are fiercely competitive, and they may not be ready for a truce quite yet. This lunar cycle lasts until the next new moon on March 6. Its climactic moment is the full moon on February 19. The new moon occured in NYC: Mon, Feb 4, 4:03 pm in Vancouver: Mon, Feb 4, 1:03 pm in London: Mon, Feb 4, 9:03 pm in Singapore: Tues, Feb 5, 5:03 am in Sydney: Tues, Feb 5, 8:03 am |
Venus is in Capricorn This is not the most congenial place for the planet of pleasure, but there are some benefits. You can experience the pleasure in getting organized, in accomplishing important goals, in adding more structure and accountability to your life. When it comes to relationships, Venus is more pragmatic than romantic in this sign. Even if you’ve just met someone, you may find yourself talking about life- goals, and making plans to introduce them to your parents. This could dampen the mood, but it could also expedite matters, if you’re both looking for something beyond the moment. Capricorn is an earth sign, so this is an excellent time for creative work that emphasizes structure, such as pottery or architecture. It’s good for reusing old materials, and it’s also good for going back to more traditional forms. You may find yourself mining your older work, looking for possibilities that you left behind. Capricorn is a sign that hates waste, and so it uses everything in multiple ways. Venus will be here until March 1. Venus entered Capricorn in NYC: Sun, Feb 3, 5:29 pm in Vancouver: Sun, Feb 3, 2:29 pm in London: Sun, Feb 3, 10:29 pm in Singapore: Mon, Feb 4, 6:29 am in Sydney: Mon, Feb 4, 9:29 am |
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. |
Mercury is in Pisces Mercury in this mutable water sign gives a tendency to daydream and ramble. The mind is not bound by the usual restraints, like reason and logic. It moves mysteriously, fluidly, intuitively, investigating all the nooks and crannies as it goes. This is a good time to get better at non-verbal communication, because there will be a lot of it. Musicians, choreographers and cinematographers will be especially inspired, as they communicate grace and beauty and a wide range of emotions to their audiences. Poets will be more mysterious, more elusive, aiming to be understood on a deeper level. Writers of science fiction and fantasy will help everyone escape from the ordinary. Everyone will have longer, more vivid dreams, and it won’t always be easy to wake up from them. You may go around all day, thinking about your dreams and wondering what they meant. Everyone will be a little more mystical, and it’s a good time for spiritual retreats, meditation circles, and healing work. It’s not the most disciplined or organized time, however, and there’s a greater tendency to forget or lose things. Mercury will be in Pisces until April 17. Mercury entered Pisces in NYC: Sun, Feb 10, 5:50 am in Vancouver: Sun, Feb 10, 2:50 am in London: Sun, Feb 10, 10:50 am in Singapore: Sun, Feb 10, 6:50 pm in Sydney: Sun, Feb 10, 9:50 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 |
Mars is in Taurus This is a very productive time, on a concrete level. As a fixed earth sign, Taurus focuses your attention on the things that need to be done. It’s great for cleaning up a garden, or building fences and decks and sheds, or organizing your storage spaces. During this time, everyone is more persistent and focused. People who are usually dilettantes will settle down a bit, and start to notice some particular thing that holds their attention. People who are usually fairly stable may become fixtures. Couch potatoes could get really, really comfortable. People won’t generally be all that argumentative, since this is one of the more patient signs. But when arguments happen, it will be because nobody wants to abandon a fixed position. People feel more strongly about money, possessions, and sources of security, and so there can be conflict around these things, as well as around loyalty and faithfulness. Although this is a good period for physical work, it also lends itself to sensual pleasures: eating, drinking, dancing and singing. There’s also an emphasis on sports that build strength and endurance, like weight- lifting and bull-riding. Cowboys should really enjoy this Mars sign, and all of us may find our inner cowboy. It’s probably not buried too deeply. Mars will be here until March 31. Mars entered Taurus in NYC: Thurs, Feb 14, 5:51 am in Vancouver: Thurs, Feb 14, 2:51 am in London: Thurs, Feb 14, 10:51 am in Singapore: Thurs, Feb 14, 6:51 pm in Sydney: Thurs, Feb 14, 9:51 pm |
The sun enters Pisces This is the last month of the zodiacal year, and the last month of the winter in the northern hemisphere. It’s a meditative time, a time when it feels good to be a little quieter than usual and to live a simpler life. This is the time to write poetry, to spend some time in a monastic retreat, or to take walks by the river. Life is a river. Psychic abilities are stronger, and artistic sensibilities are especially noticeable. Everyone is more sensitive, more receptive, and more tender-hearted. People suffer more, but people also notice when other people are suffering, and reach out to help. This is a time when it’s easier to merge – with other people, with your environment, with characters in films or books, or with the products of your own imagination. Boundaries are a little thinner. People who are very invested in their separate identities – cowboys, warriors, authority figures, contest winners – may feel a bit lost and frustrated. The usual divisions between “good” and “bad” can break down during this time, and the ego may have trouble getting a foothold. The sun will be in Pisces until March 20. The sun enters Pisces in NYC: Mon, Feb 18, 6:04 pm in Vancouver: Mon, Feb 18, 3:04 pm in London: Mon, Feb 18, 11:04 pm in Singapore: Tues, Feb 19, 7:04 am in Sydney: Tues, Feb 19, 10:04 am |