We are now just a day beyond the New Moon and moods and feelings continue to be heightened and on edge with tense nervous restlessness. In addition there may be volatile, aggressive and combustible emotions with unstable thoughts and inclinations.

Similarly this mood may lead to a worrying and apprehensive attitude with insecure and uncertain feelings that for some may prove highly challenging. Escapist tendencies may dominate and it may be difficult to keep to the task in hand as concentration is likely to be rather less than optimal. Hence this may not be the best moment for making important decisions as choices will not be governed by the best of consideration.

On the other hand this mood will tend towards zestful energy of a highly energetic nature with resourceful and enterprising ideas as well as the potential for unique solutions to long term problems. Unfortunately it may prove difficult to settle to the task in hand and there may be a be a strong desire to take the edge off the atmosphere through either drugs or drink.

Coming days should see a gradual decline in the intensity of moods and emotions that will be especially evident towards the end of the week.

Alert is 8.5. Moon 1% illuminated.