We are now just two or three days short of the Full Moon and inevitably this will see the emergence of more powerful and stressful emotions.

As a result there is likely to be a tense nervous restlessness with increased anxiety that will magnify problems, as well as creating the likelihood of conflict and friction. This may lead to increased aggression with the possibility of arguments, irritability, contentious encounters, and volatile expression. These inclinations will be made all the more powerful by the opposition between Mars and Jupiter, contributing yet further to a belligerent atmosphere that for some may prove to be a significant challenge.

However the reality is that this present emotional climate sees itself at the focus of so many influences that will tend to balance each other out. For example the Sun is still aligned with Saturn and this will create a balance of emotions that will act as a brake against some of the more strident Full Moon effects. Unfortunately this may be at the expense of some melancholia and depression, with a lack of self confidence, easy disappointment and pessimism. In addition there may be subtle fears and insecurity, with vulnerable and penetrating emotions.

As mentioned in a previous alert the next week will see the growing influence of 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.

All in all then this is a highly complex Full Moon lead up that inevitably will see its share of turbulent feelings and emotions, together with more restrained moods - the influence of Saturn - that can instil controlled, but depressive thoughts and inclinations.

Alert is 7.5. Moon 88% illuminated.