We are now just a day ahead of the Full Moon. Inevitably moods will be tense and nervous with the possibility of agitated or restless emotions that for some may come close to crisis point. Feelings may be very much on edge with exaggerated responses and impressions and a very alert sense of awareness and perception.

This time the Full Moon atmosphere will be made all the more powerful because it coincides with the opposition of the Moon with Mercury. This will lead to a powerful sense of mental and emotional expression, but will also tend towards worry and apprehension so that all problems may seem magnified and acquire monumental proportions.

In addition there may be a strong desire for variety and change with an indecisive attitude that may be constantly coming up with good ideas, only to quickly change to what seems like an even better idea. Eventually however little may seem to have been done, and despite the high energy of this period it will take extra determination to complete even ones normal routine.

As with any Full Moon situation there will be a tendency towards aggressive or belligerent moods that may easily lead to friction or arguments that have the potential to turn extremely nasty. In these circumstances there may be little restraint in what is said or done and allowance should be made for the behaviour of others, which may not be as easy going or a reasonable as we might want it to be. Similarly it may be as well not to expect too much help from others, as this is very much a self absorbed atmosphere.

On the more positive side this atmosphere offers great creative energy with high inspiration and enthusiasm. However it will also need a large degree of perseverance to harness it correctly and this is a period where physical pursuits may be preferred over those of a more sedentary nature, simply because this may use up some of the excess energy of this time.

Communication with others may vary quite considerably but it is advisable to surround yourself with like minded company as differences will be exaggerated and there will be a certain degree of irritability and easy resentment, including arguments that may erupt just for the sake of it.

It should be warned that the effects of caffeine and alcohol will be greatly magnified at this time. In the case of caffeine this may lead to more agitated and stressful moods, and in the case of alcohol to more aggressive and argumentative inclinations.

For some the coming days may not be easy and feel laden with stress and anxiety. On the other hand there is an opportunity to engross oneself in highly absorbing activities that may hold the worst elements of this mood at bay.

Alert is 8. Moon 99% illuminated.