This is very much a period of heightened moods and feelings as we lead up to the next New Moon on January 15th. In addition there is likely to be intense, sensitive and demanding feelings with a strong element of restlessness nervousness.

The Sun is now at the height of its alignment with Mercury and Venus and this will contribute to alert, focused and over worrying traits and inclinations, with definite tensions and anxiety. On the other hand this is contrasted by the affection, intimacy, and devotion of Venus which will instil finer and more delicate emotions with a better sense of understanding and purpose. Mercury meanwhile will bring thoughtful, inspired, and deeper feelings with a disposition to creative, mystical, and spiritual awareness, with enhanced personal insight and receptivity.

Another important element of this present alert is the massive alignment featuring Mars, Earth, Jupiter and Neptune. For some weeks now this has contributed to a mixed and varied mood outlook with contrasting emotions ranging from sensitive, refined, and delicate feelings to those of a more confrontational and belligerent disposition.

Balancing this will be the effects of Jupiter bestowing more generous, out going, and fun filled emotions with a genuine desire for variety and adventure. Coming days will see a definite upsurge in feelings related to aggression, anger, and tension, as well as an overall increase in keener and more zestful emotions.

On the more positive side there may be a strong element of determination, creativity and enterprise with original and inspired feelings that may open up newer boundaries of personal awareness and perception.

Alert is 7.5. Moon 34% illuminated.