Today sees a definite lessening of the very heightened tensions of the last week or so. Even so there is still need top be wary as this is far from constituting a sedate emotional atmosphere.

Placed in perspective we are now around three to four days after the Full Moon. This means that just a bit of its turbulent influence may still be evident along with a restless energy that could make it hard to settle. In addition to this there may be very definite passions with a propensity towards simmering resentment and occasionally outwardly expressed anger that at times may be of a highly volatile nature.

Extra energy, drive and enterprise comes from the continuing alignment between Venus, Mercury and Mars. This will contribute to an atmosphere of determined activity with strong ambitions that will be further reinforced by the long term opposition between Saturn and Uranus. Here there may be a sharp contrast of feelings. For example Mercury and Venus will contribute to more balanced, harmonious and understanding emotions, with a high degree of affection, friendliness and camaraderie.

On the other hand the influence of Saturn and Uranus will mean hard edged, ambitious and egotistical attitudes that may resort to cruel, unfeeling and ruthless inclinations as a means achieving ones aims. For some days at least both influences will be apparent and manifest themselves according to personal circumstances. In this context it should be warned that the more determined, forceful and energetic side of this atmosphere may contribute to controlled aggression with a calculated, efficient, but cold expression of feeling that may cause division and resentment.

On the more positive side this atmosphere is filled with a strong and powerful energy with equally strong determination that will allow for careful planning, but also a certain quirkiness emanating from Uranus that could result in unnecessary risks and carelessness.

All in all this is still a very powerful mood atmosphere with the right attributes to achieve and accomplish a great deal. On the other hand it harbours the potential for ruthless and unbending attitudes that may cause significant problems.

Alert is 8. Moon 80% illuminated.