This is now a substantially more zestful atmosphere than was the case only just 24 hours ago. Part of the reason for this are the first signs of the next Full Moon, which although not occurring until five or six days time is even now beginning to make itself apparent.

With regards to moods and emotions there may be a little more encouragement and enthusiasm than previous days although some of the more depressive, hesitant, or melancholic feelings may still prevail to cause problems. On the whole however there may be a significant rise in optimism with a more positive and dynamic attitude. However this still continues to be a highly sensitive mood atmosphere with an intuitive degree of perception and insight. Under these circumstances experiences wiil be more intensely lived and problems and difficulties may appear magnified or assume undue proportions. Fortunately there may be a slightly more optimistic outlook and this will act as a boost to ongoing plans and ventures.

The Sun still remains at the peak of its alignment with Venus and for just over three weeks this has created more agreeable moods and emotions. At the very least this has meant that some of the harsher elements of the mood pattern over this time have not been as intense as they might have been.

Likely traits to come from the Sun/Venus alignment include a more understanding and sympathetic attitude together with a strong need for affection or intimacy. This may also lead to romantic inclinations with a flirtatious attitude that could open up the door to new relationships or the rekindling of existing ones. Naturally these dispositions will have been weakened or boosted by other celestial features but the underlying traits will still have exerted a very definite influence.

It should be remembered that there is still a very definite and noticeable influence from several other alignments at this time. The first of these is the developing opposition between Mars and Neptune. This can bring energetic or sensitive emotions with increased mental confusion and the potential for self-deception. In addition there may be a heightened sense of imagination that although tending towards increased creativity may also lead to irrational fears and apprehensions. Indeed some of these emotions may be further fuelled by the long term opposition between Saturn and Neptune. Although this is now long past its peak it remains influential and likely mood traits include acute emotional frustration together with impractical or confused emotions.

Coming days are likely to see a noticeable increase in overall zest and enthusiasm, but also in aggressive moods and tendencies with more forceful and direct attitudes. There is also likely to be an increase in overall tension and anxiety as we start the climb towards the next Full Moon in around five or six days time.

Alert is 7. Moon 68% illuminated.