The Sun is now at the focus of a highly complex alignment and is clustered by Mercury, Jupiter, and Pluto. In addition to which each of these planets is also in opposition to Mars. Inevitably this is creating a highly complex emotional situation with a clash of moods and feelings with strong contrasts, some of which will tend to cancel each other out.

Suffice it to say this atmosphere will be strong on mental and nervous activity. It will also be high on inspirational qualities with the force of Jupiter acting to produce genial, optimistic and good humoured moods together with generosity and a more sympathetic attitude.

The influence of Mars however will mean that more aggressive, self willed behaviour will never be far from the surface, and this may create friction and conflict, especially as the force of the coming Full Moon begins to exert itself.

There is a risk that with so many elements of this atmosphere tending towards highly alert moods and feelings there will be increased apprehension and insecurity with a nervously restless disposition that will not easily be settled. In addition the effects of Jupiter, while tending towards more agreeable feelings can also dispose towards exaggerated, or extravagant behaviour, with the expenditure of large sums of money on items that may soon lose their attraction. Similarly there may be a tendency towards unnecessary risks or foolhardy behaviour.

When it comes to decisions this atmosphere is laden with dangers. On the one hand there is the possibility of alert and thoughtful judgement, but on the other there is the potential for excess on a grand scale with careless actions that may bring trouble for the future, if not the present time. Whatever the case this seems not to be an atmosphere that will easily dispose itself to moderation, which means that the party season, which lies just ahead , will be enriched, or enrisked (whichever you prefer) to a considerable extent.

The influence of the Sun/Mercury alignment is still very strong, and this will enhance mystical and spiritual awareness with the possibility of opening up new avenues of personal enlightenment or the adoption of new pursuits or interests that one may never previously have considered.

The Sun/Mercury alignment is also perfect for all artistic and creative pursuits, providing optimal expressional ability to achieve highly original work of very high quality. It should be warned that the effects of alcohol will be sharply magnified, and even moderate quantities will be enough to bring about major mood altering properties.

Alert is 7.5. Moon 49% illuminated.