Monday, OCTOBER 19

The Moon leaves the sign of Scorpio and enters virtuous Sagittarius at 12:43 AM EDT. We’re seeking more freedom. Early today, the Mars-Jupiter square perfects, and Venus forms a trine to Jupiter and quincunx to Mars. Venus is also parallel Mars and Chiron. These transits encourage our desire for the ideal, and they can lift our spirits. We are big-hearted, and our feelings are big, begging expression. Gestures tend to be thoughtful and verbal. We’re hopeful, cheerful, and cooperative. We expect the best, but we may be seeking better, not knowing where to draw the line. There can be a dilemma or difficulties feeling entirely at ease with others and making satisfying choices for entertainment or pleasure. Our romantic sensibilities and desires may be at odds, and problems (especially misunderstandings) in romantic and sexual relationships may result. Conflicts are likely between desires for independence and the need for nurturing or to nurture.

Later today, Mercury opposes Uranus, producing mental tension, controversy, miscommunication, or changes of mind or plans, and resistance to ideas. Friction stimulated can challenge us to learn more about our minds and opinions. Epiphanies and unusual insights can occur now.

The void Moon continues only until 12:43 AM EDT when the Moon enters Sagittarius.