We are now just hours away from the Full Moon which this month occurs precisely at 10:26 GMT (05:26 EDT) on the 20th of April. Inevitably this means a period of extremely heightened moods and feelings that this month will be sharpened still farther by the influence of numerous powerful planetary alignments.

Fortunately the overall mood will be somewhat softened by the opposition of the Moon and Venus. This will last until around 22:00 GMT (17:00 EDT) on the 19th of April. Likely mood traits include friendly, popular, and very affectionate inclinations along with a better sense of emotional balance.

Once the influence of the Moon/Venus opposition has begun to dissipate moods will be subject to more forceful Full Moon emotions that will be further heightened by the ongoing opposition between Mars and Jupiter. As a consequence there will be a tendency towards aggressive and forceful attitudes with strong willed behaviour together with the risk of arguments and contentious encounters. Indeed where arguments do develop there will be little restraint in what is said or done and differences of opinion will be very forcefully expressed. There will also be increased nervous restlessness with anxiety and tension, as well as a propensity towards needless fears and preoccupation.

Overall levels of perception and alertness will be further raised by the on going alignment between the Sun and Mercury. Although this is nearing its end the alignment still remains powerful and some may find its increased alertness too strong for comfort. Indeed those vulnerable to panic attacks or sensitive mood atmospheres may come to find themselves especially challenged by what is an unusually vivid mood period.

The opposition between Saturn and Neptune still continues at a peak and this may lead to feelings of emotional frustration and turmoil. In addition the influence of Saturn can easily tend towards melancholia or depression. It means that although we are in the midst of a mood pattern that is high on forceful energy and zestful enthusiasm there is also the possibility of more depressive moods or feelings that may be subject to easy disappointment of disillusionment.

Coming days will continue to experience very heightened moods and feelings, but after the middle part of next week moods should settle into a much less stressful patter.

Alert is 9. Moon 99% illuminated.