The principle element of this current alert pattern is the alignment between the Moon and Uranus. This lasts up until around 02:00 GMT (22:00 EDT)on the 3rd of January.

As frequent visitors to this site will be all too aware Moon/Uranus alignments are out of the top category of unsettling mood influences. It means a period of short but agitated moods that may be subject to extremes. In addition there may be bizarre or eccentric thoughts and actions with out of character behaviour that could involve inclinations that deviate very powerfully from the norm.

Under these circumstances it is possible that one may operate to a completely altered set of values with ideas and suggestions that one may have never previously considered. This may be for better or for worse, with actions that can bring either lasting consequences or benefits that may not otherwise have occurred.

The present Moon/Uranus alignment is conditioned by several other alignments such as the conjunction between Jupiter and Mercury and also the waning effects of the Venus/Neptune alignment. With regard to the former alignment there is the likelihood of increased zest and enthusiasm with a better sense of optimism and well being. On the other hand the influence of Mercury may tend towards nervous episodes and apprehension, with increased worry and anxiety.

Over the next few days we shall be entering one of the twice monthly periods that we often refer to here as the doldrum period. This is a time that occurs midway between the Full Moon and New Moon or vice versa. Likely mood traits include lack of enthusiasm and inspiration with diminished confidence and concentration so that it may feel difficult to apply onself to the task in hand with any great sense of dedication.

As it is this atmosphere inclines towards feelings that may on occasion tend towards extremes. However once the Moon/Uranus alignment moves away more sedate and even depressive emotions may take their place.

Alert is 7. Moon 34% illuminated.