As moods go this may be a fairly nondescript atmosphere with few great highs or lows. Nevertheless there is still some need to be wary.

For example the opposition between Venus and Neptune is now at a peak and this is contributing to more delicate and sensitive moods. For some these may have the potential to cause problems, with heightened awareness and a tendency towards apprehension or confused thinking. In addition it may feel harder to get going with reduced enthusiasm and inspiration along with an easy sense of disappointment and disillusionment.

Some may find that thoughts can easily verge towards depression or melancholia or the impression that problems have an insurmountable stature to them. Under these circumstances it may prove difficult to keep to ones daily routine as there will be a strong element of escapism that may prove too tempting to resist, with numerous distractions of a time wasting variety. This means that although this atmosphere may be perfect for those with few demands on their time it will prove challenging for those facing a tight deadline, and the quality of ones work may suffer accordingly.

In some ways this is a period, that although not laden with highly stressful emotions, is nonetheless prone to awkward or difficult feelings with a poor sense of satisfaction or achievement. This may be to the detriment of focused ambition or purpose, and for most people the sum total of their aims at this time will be to get through the day as painlessly as possible. Because of this there may be a high reliance on escapist strategies, such as retail therapy, or comfort eating, and may prove costly in terms of financial outlay.

Alert is 6. Moon 56% illuminated.