We are now entering one of the years most intense periods of planetary alignments with notable tensions and anxieties, together with emotions that may quickly tend towards extremes. Indeed this is an extremely heightened mood situation with feelings and emotions that may prove challenging and difficult to come to terms with.

As such there may be a sharp polarisation of feelings ranging from bizarre, eccentric, and out of character inclinations, to depressive, unsure, unsettled, hesitant and demure emotions with explosive outbursts or agitation that could prove difficult to control.

Under these circumstances there may be extreme and volatile expression with considerable friction within the family setting. At the same time there may be delicate feelings of nostalgia and affection with exaggerated and extravagant tastes.

The Sun is now in alignment with Saturn and this will exert some degree of control and discipline over the more extreme moods of this present alert pattern. On the other hand it will also tend towards depression, poor self confidence, doubts, and lack of self esteem.

It should be noted that these feelings have the potential to become oppressive with a very poor sense of meaning and direction. Frustrations will mount and contribute to a highly turbulent mood situation.

Coming days will see yet further increase in overall tensions and this is definitely a period that needs the most careful of attention. Emotions may swiftly range from one extreme to the other and it will require a firm hand to remain at ease.

Alert is 8.5. Moon 20% illuminated.