1st - 2nd July 2007

A day after the Full Moon and moods and feelings are still tense and on edge. As a result emotions will be heightened with an increased sense of nervous restlessness, agitation and anxiety. Indeed for some this period will come close to crisis proportions and represent a time of highly elevated stress.

It may have been noticed that this month the Full Moon will probably have felt sharper than usual. This is because the Sun is in alignment with Mercury, introducing a yet greater sense of alertness, together with powerful emotions that for some may have been difficult to deal with.

A further influencing factor at this time is the alignment of Venus and Saturn, both of whom are in opposition to Neptune. To a certain extent this is likely to have acted as a balance against the more extreme forces of this period, but this will have been at the expense of some melancholia, lack of confidence, or overly restrained or self limiting moods and inclinations. In addition there may have been some tendency to pessimistic thoughts with a negative view of ones future prospects.

The opposition of Venus to Neptune may result in more refined or sensitive emotions with the possibility of sentimental yearnings, nostalgia, or otherwise reflective thoughts and feelings.

As with any Full Moon situation there is always the risk of aggressive, confrontational or rebellious moods and attitudes with the potential for contentious encounters, arguments and even violent conflict. It should be noted these traits will become all the more likely with the consumption of alcohol whose effects will be magnified at this time. Similarly the effects of caffeine will also be increased and even moderate consumption may contribute to extra stress and anxiety.

There is no doubt that this period has the potential for extremely difficult moods that some may be finding hard to cope with. However as with all mood situations this one will soon pass, as the continually altering cycle of alignments switches to yet another of its infinitely variable mood patterns. And through it all is the possibility to learn and grow strong, to absorb from ones strengths and shortcomings, and to add yet more experience to the treasury of our knowledge.

Alert is 8. Moon 98% illuminated.