General Daily Insight for September 03, 2024
It’s almost impossible to know what’s what under today’s stars in advance. Energetic Mars is making a difficult square to watery Neptune at 12:10 am EDT, which is going to leave us all feeling like we’re wading through a swamp. Meanwhile, the Moon in Virgo will oppose Saturn, then square Jupiter, making it difficult to know whether to step on the gas or hit the brakes. A final lunar quincunx to Chiron will encourage healing, but it may be a rather confusing process.
Aries
March 21 – April 19
Knowing where you’re going isn’t a simple thing, by any means. This cosmic confusion is due to a tough square between Mars and Neptune, making it almost impossible to feel like you’re making genuine progress. With Mars in your communication sector, you’ll want to be especially careful when it comes to using your words. Neptune is very present in this picture, fogging over your view of the details. You could wind up with your foot in your mouth if you aren’t cautious.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
The urge to be your most giving self is strong today, but that doesn’t mean it’s the best idea. Mars in your money-focused 2nd house is squaring off against Neptune in your altruistic 11th house. Neptune loves to be self-sacrificing, which could tempt you into making a big donation or even giving away a bunch of your things to a good cause. That’s certainly admirable, but you may give more than is wise, so don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
It’s not your imagination if you feel all out of sorts. You’ve got more energy than normal while Mars is in your busy sign, but using that energy productively or helpfully will be almost impossible as Mars locks into a confusing square with foggy Neptune in your 10th House of Ambition. Don’t have a panic attack if your goals suddenly seem to evaporate or your motivations become far less of a driving force. Things aren’t clear with Neptune involved, so avoid overthinking them.
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Every sentence may feel punctuated with a question mark. You’re prone to being a little out of sorts while Mars stumbles through your subconscious sector, but things will become even stranger when it picks a fight with illusory Neptune in your high-minded 9th house. You may feel like you’re tumbling down a rabbit hole toward wonderland, only to keep falling with no destination in sight. That’s okay — when it’s so difficult to get anywhere meaningful, you’re allowed to sit back and enjoy the ride.
Leo
July 23 – August 22
Your mind is caught in a game of tug-of-war. Your popularity is undeniable while Mars moves through your social 11th house, but the disagreement between Mars and Neptune in your deeply private 8th house could make you feel like people are expecting too much from you. There’s nothing wrong with taking space for yourself, so be willing to draw a line in the sand if need be. That said, Neptune can blur boundaries, so it may be difficult to decide where that line should be.
Virgo
August 23 – September 22
You may feel like you have to do it all yourself today. Mars is in your career sector, giving you the impetus to make a name for yourself, but watch out for the red planet’s clash with Neptune in your partnership sector! Someone might not be living up to your expectations. This can be especially frustrating if you can normally rely on this particular person. The more you lean on others at this time, the more likely you are to be disappointed with their efforts.
Libra
September 23 – October 22
Your responsibilities aren’t exactly taking top priority right now. You’re much more eager to go off on an adventure or dive into a good book while Mars wings its way through your 9th House of Growth, but you may feel like you’re missing something when Mars squares Neptune in your 6th House of Practice. Neptune is a rather confusing planet, however, so even if you try to be your most responsible self, it will be difficult to make any progress. Let yourself daydream instead.
Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
It’s difficult to know how much of yourself to share with others, at least under the current stars. You’re prone to keeping your cards close to your chest while Mars moves through your concentrated 8th house, but its square to Neptune in your expressive 5th house could make it feel like the spotlight will find you, no matter what. The danger here is oversharing — especially information that involves others — because you might spill a secret without even realizing. Choose your words carefully.
Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
Someone may push your buttons without even understanding the impact of their actions. Mars is stirring up your 7th House of Relationships while currently struggling against mysterious Neptune in your 4th House of Emotions, so be wary of someone saying or doing something that leaves you reeling. That being said, Neptune can obscure the truth, so you may not grasp exactly why you’re so upset — or perhaps you simply don’t know how to react. There’s no need to force a conclusion.
Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
Don’t be surprised if you can’t accomplish a lot right now. You’re more capable than usual as motivator Mars moves through your efficient 6th house, but the red planet will make a difficult alignment to Neptune in your busy 3rd house, which could result in you aimlessly spinning your wheels. Co-workers or other people in your vicinity could prove especially unhelpful or unreliable as well, so try not to expect too much from anyone for the time being — yourself included.
Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
Fun can be free, but it can also come with a price tag. Mars is encouraging you to enjoy yourself while it tours your 5th House of Pleasure, but you’ll need to be wary of throwing your money around when it snaps at Neptune in your income sector. An opportunity could present itself, only for it to wind up costing way more than you originally anticipated, or perhaps a few little indulgences add up to break the bank. A strict budget is your best friend.
Pisces
February 19 – March 20
Knowing your mind isn’t always easy, especially on a day like this. Mars in your demonstrative 4th house is riling up your feelings, which can be cathartic but also heavy. However, you’ll likely have trouble knowing what to do with all that internal motion when Mars squares Neptune in your sign, casting a veil of confusion and mystery over your soul’s inner workings. Instead of trying to force things, let yourself float around in this place of uncertainty. Certainty will arrive soon enough.