We are now very much in a period that we often refer to as the ‘emotional doldrums.’ This comes at a time that lies midway between the Full Moon and New Moon, or vice versa. As the name implies this results in a short but noticeable period of subdued moods and emotions that can result in reflective and contemplative emotions that may all to easily tend towards depressive moods and feelings.

On this occasion the above mentioned feelings may be made all the more intense by the actions of Neptune which is perhaps the dominant mood influencing source of this period. For example Neptune is currently approaching the peak of its opposition to the Sun and is also in opposition to both Mercury and Venus.

With regards to moods and emotions this is likely to result in refined and sensitive feelings with a disposition to idealistic, sentimental, or even spiritual influences. Indeed there will be increased intuition and perception with enhanced mystical awareness, including psychic powers that may open up inner pathways to new ideas, concepts, or states of mind that might otherwise have remained totally unreachable. In addition there will be a boost to all creative and expressional abilities though a certain degree of confusion and mental chaos could mean that it might be difficult to make the best possible use of these traits.

There is no doubt that those susceptible to sensitive atmospheres may find the current period disturbing and laden with challenging emotions. On the other hand provided one can harness the energy of this period correctly and abide within its strictures this could turn out to be a period of very rewarding experience. In this respect it is important to recognise that this is a mood period where it pays not to impose to much of ones own power and ambition but to absorb and be guided by a mood source that can reveal much of a new and exciting nature.

One of the least desirable elements of this mood pattern is that it may induce increased substance abuse with perhaps a desire to drink or eat more than usual. There may also be forgetful or absentminded episodes and this period may not be best disposed to reaching tight deadlines or performing according to a rigid routine.

The opposition between Uranus and Mars is still very much at a peak and this will add an element of contention to some of the finer and more delicate emotions mentioned above. However the likely effects should be muted but will include rebellious, self willed, restless and argumentative moods with an inclination to bizarre, eccentric, or out of character emotions that may deviate quite noticeably from ones ‘normal’ self.

The next few days should continue according to a similarly disposed mood pattern, though the early part of next week will see a substantial change as we commence the rise to the next Full Moon on the 16th of August.

Alert is 7. Moon 47% illuminated.