Today sees an opposition between the Moon and Jupiter. The two will remain conjunct until around 21:00 GMT, or 17:00 EDT.

Likely mood traits include added zest and enthusiasm with increased optimism together with a more generous and out going outlook. This will mean a better degree of understanding with others as well as a more humorous, cheerful and friendlier disposition. On the other hand it can also lead to exaggerated or extravagant gestures with the possibility of reckless or careless moods and emotions. This could make one prone to accidents or mishaps or large financial expenditure, involving items that may soon lose their appeal.

Mercury and Mars are still at the height of their alignment and this will involve more energetic, passionate, and forthright moods and feelings. Consequently there may be an added enthusiasm for physical tasks and pursuits with an element of adventure and thrill seeking that could lead to quite significant challenges. In addition there may be an undercurrent of animosity and resentfulness with easily ignited feelings. This alignment can also make one prone to overdo things physically or behave in a careless and reckless manner.

The long term opposition between Saturn and Uranus is now beginning to make its effects felt with increased ambition and purpose, but also a ruthless and at times cruel, and egotistical attitude that may not relate well to the needs of others. For the period of this current alert these feelings may be somewhat masked by the influence of Jupiter, but in the weeks ahead these traits will become all the more apparent, and since this alignment will see out the rest of the year it is a factor that will be around for quite some months to come.

One element of the above mentioned alignment is that it may create doubts and insecurity with a loathing towards making important decisions. This could result in delays or interruptions as well as suspension or abandonment to on going plans and activities, or else a considerable rethink of the motives involved.

The rest of the week should see a gradual increase in tensions and anxiety as well as nervous restlessness as we come up to the next New Moon in around five or six days time. For the moment however it is the more cheerful emotions associated with Jupiter, as well as the energy and passion of Mars that will dominate the immediate emotional horizon.

Alert is 7. Moon 37% illuminated.