The Sun is still in alignment with Saturn and this will contiune to accentuate qualities of discipline, control and balance. In addition this will contribute to cool and calculating emotions with responsible and resourceful traits. On the other hand it can also result in a worrying and hesitant disposition with pessimism, caution, and a deep sense of personal inadequacy. Feelings of depression and melancholia may be quick to surface, along with an easy sense of disillusionment.

Fortunately the above moods will be contrasted by the effects of the on going opposition between Mars and Jupiter which is now at its peak. For some days this has been contributiong to more zestful, direct and enthusiastic mood patterns with an out going and adventurous attitude. An easier enjoyment of life is another feature of this alignment, but may also lead to over boisterous or bullying emotions with the potential for arguments and contentious encounters. There may also be a tendency to unnecessary risks, or a boastful and discontented disposition.

As on previous days the two distinct and contrasting mood traits mentioned above will tend to cancel each other out, so that the worst elements of either of them may be softened or avoided altogether.

An important feature of the next week is the impending Full Moon on 28th of August. Inevitably this will lead to an increase in general tensions with added stress and anxiety, but its effects will be tempered or enhanced by the two alignments mentioned above. As a result there may be a vibrant and alert appreciation of events and happenings and this may help to provide a period of personal inspiration or a push towards new and more rewarding enterprises.

Another important feature of the days, if not week ahead is the opposition between Mercury and Uranus. This can lead to a highly strung nervous system with the possibility of disruptive mental expression, or even extremist ideas, that coupled with the effects of the Full Moon may need very careful attention. However the worst elements of this may be balanced by the effects of Saturn, though there may still be a tendency towards dramatic expression.

Once again this period is the focus of very complex and contrasting forces, and as to which of these predominate may largely depend on personal circumstances. Certain to say however that the next week promises to be rich in emotion and lively moods and feelings that will be as rewarding as they are challenging and difficult.

Alert is 7.5. Moon 80% illuminated.