This is still very much a New Moon atmosphere with heightened tensions, anxiety, and increased nervous restlessness. Feelings may be very much on edge with accentuated emotions and a high degree of apprehension that may see problems rather than solutions.

In many respects this is a mood situation that may create a confusion of ideas, with a mind storm of impressions and influences that may be hard to filter to any beneficial extent. In these circumstances weathering the storm may be the best strategy rather than confronting these emotions head on.

Once again those of a sensitive disposition may find this current mood atmosphere difficult, and at times highly challenging, with feelings that may tend towards crisis level. Paradoxically in such a heightened mood period there may be an overload of emotion and energy that for some could result in fatigue and tiredness, and even a flattened, over taxed disposition

Picking out the positives from this mood situation is difficult. There will certainly be a heightened degree of natural energy but utilising it to its most beneficial extent could prove difficult. Concentration may be far from optimal, and self indulgent thoughts may distract from maintaining ones normal daily rhythm.

On the other hand those willing and able to throw off the shackles of self restraint may find immense joy and pleasure in spontaneous, unplanned activities that raise ones spirits to a considerable extent. In many respects this atmosphere will suit the character of a free and unfettered personality rather than a more disciplined, schedule bound individual.

Coming days are likely to see a roller coaster of emotions with swiftly changing feelings that may have a high element of delicate sensitivity. Contrasting emotions will abound. These may predominantly, though not exclusively relate to relationships. Some may feel a strong need for intimacy and affection, but at the same time an insular, selfish disposition that may create barriers towards the feelings of others.

As with any New Moon atmosphere there may also be a disposition towards aggressive or belligerent emotions with the potential for volatile outbursts and simmering resentment. However the more sensitive elements of this mood period are likely to dampen the harsher aspects of this current alert situation.

All in all this continues to be a period of staggering complexity. Some may feel bowed down by its intensity in the same manner that others may feel liberated by its vibrancy. In the meantime spontaneity and sensitivity may well be the watchwords in an atmosphere that will never be lacking in variety or personal dilemmas of a highly demanding nature.

Alert is 8.5. Moon 2% illuminated.