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Solar activity was at moderate levels (R1/Minor) due to an M1.4/1n flare from Region 3380 (S10W12, Dai/beta). Region 3390 (S19E58, Cro/beta) produced a C9.2/Sf flare at 29/1036 UTC. An unnumbered region just beyond the NE limb near 3391 (N25E75, Hsx/alpha) produced a C6.7 flare at 29/0734 UTC with an associated Type II radio sweep (416 km/s) and a CME off the NE limb first observed at 29/0836 UTC in coronagraph imagery. This CME is not expected to have an Earth-directed component. EUV darkening was observed at 29/1620 UTC in SUVI 195 imagery near S18W12. Analysis of a potential CME will be conducted as imagery becomes available.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.
Solar wind parameters were near nominal levels with solar wind speed ranging from 332-411 km/s. Total field ranged from 2-7 nT with the Bz component between +6/-5 nT. Phi angle was mostly positive.
There is a 35% chance of solar activity, with a 15% chance of a minor event, a 5% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waxing moon is currently in Capricorn, at 01 degrees, 34' 37", at a velocity of 14.59 degrees per day.
The Waxing Gibbous moon is currently 11.9 days old. It is 370187.96 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 9:38:49, 16 Aug, 2023. The next full moon is at 1:37:05, 31 Aug, 2023.
The Sun
The Sun is in Leo
The Sun is at 06 Leo 51' 57", and is 151881284km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Capricorn
The Moon is at 01 Cap 34' 37", and is 365406km away and approaching.
Mercury
Mercury is in Virgo
Mercury is prograde at 01 Vir 54' 10", moving at 1.37 degrees per day, and is 156816966km away and approaching.
Venus
Venus is in Leo
Venus is retrograde at 27 Leo 34' 40", moving backwards at 0.29 degrees per day, and is 47597404km away and approaching.
Mars
Mars is in Virgo
Mars is prograde at 12 Vir 09' 20", moving at 0.62 degrees per day, and is 354350385km away and receding.
Just when you thought the cosmos was done meddling with your life, Mars has decided to join the fun. Yes, folks, the red planet has set up camp in Virgo and it's about as subtle as a Trekkie at a Star Wars convention. Mars, the celestial embodiment of "get up and go," is now hanging out with Virgo, the sign that's basically a cosmic productivity app.
While Mars is doing its Virgo sleepover, we're all going to get a crash course in efficiency. We'll be like human Swiss army knives, cutting through tasks with newfound speed and precision. Need to learn how to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle? This is the time. But remember, don't actually do that. I'm an astrologer, not a medical professional.
Virgo rules the 6th House of Health and Self-Improvement. So, don't be surprised if you suddenly feel compelled to start a new diet or join a gym. And no, buying new workout clothes does not count as exercise. However, with Mars in Virgo's love for routine, those new habits might just stick around. Just like that piece of gum on your shoe.
Now, before you start imagining your new, optimized life, there's a catch. Mars in Virgo can also turn us into hypercritical, nitpicking machines. Our tolerance for inefficiency could plummet faster than my attempt to make sourdough during quarantine. If we're not careful, we might end up turning this perfectionist drive inward, becoming our worst critics. Remember, folks, patience is key. That, and maybe a good stress ball.
Instead of focusing on every little thing that's going wrong, let's channel this energy into something productive. Mars in Virgo is like having a cosmic personal assistant, perfect for balancing budgets, planning for the future or finally starting that project you've been putting off. So, it's time to boldly go where no man has gone before... or at least, where you haven't bothered to go yet. May the Force be with you!
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is prograde at 13 Tau 29' 42", moving at 0.11 degrees per day, and is 744258397km away and approaching.
Listen up, star gazers! Jupiter has parked itself in Taurus and is ready to party. Like a bull in a cosmic china shop, this planetary meet-up between our galactic heavyweights could cause a few ripples in your celestial teacup. But it's not all bad, folks. In fact, it's mostly good. The planet of wisdom and the zodiac's most stubborn sign are joining forces to remind us that the answers we seek aren't on some distant star. Nope, they're right there inside us, probably hiding behind our appendix or something. Who knew?
Imagine Jupiter as your motivational coach, armed with a whistle and a clipboard, pushing you towards your dreams. It's time to dust off those ambitious plans you've stored at the back of your mind, next to your favorite Monty Python quotes and all your Star Trek trivia. Make a list, check it twice, and get to work. With Jupiter's growth-mindset and Taurus' relentless determination, you'll become an unstoppable force.
But wait, there's more! Jupiter is also the planet of good luck, and Taurus is the sign of money and wealth. So, during this transit, not only could you find yourself becoming an unstoppable force, but you might also stumble upon a pot of gold at the end of your cosmic rainbow. Keep your eyes peeled for opportunities to fatten up your piggy bank.
There's a catch though. With Taurus' love for indulgence and Jupiter's knack for expansion, you might feel the urge to spend like an alien with a universal credit card. Yes, you deserve that life-size replica of the Death Star, but remember, patience is key during this transit. Don't let impulse buys turn your financial gains into a black hole.
So, strap on your space helmet, hold onto your horoscope, and get ready for a wild ride. Jupiter in Taurus is here, and it's ready to shake things up in the best possible way!
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is retrograde at 05 Pis 49' 11", moving backwards at 0.06 degrees per day, and is 1328464562km away and approaching.
Alright, stargazers, gather 'round! Our ringed buddy Saturn is hanging out in Pisces and things are about to get real... well, strange. It's like if Spock decided to take a detour through the Shire - you're not quite sure what's going to happen, but it's bound to be interesting.
So, Saturn in Pisces is a bit like when your favorite science teacher decides to teach art. It's the time to dig deep into the messy, chaotic paint box of your dreams and start turning them into a concrete masterpiece. You've been daydreaming about opening that vegan coffee shop? Time to put those fantasies on paper and draft up a business plan. Working on a sci-fi novel? Hone in on those plot details and character backgrounds. When the "Dean of Discipline" crashes the Piscean dreamland, you better believe he's going to make your daydreams do push-ups until they can practically sprint into reality.
Now, I won't sugarcoat it, guys. Saturn in Pisces can feel a bit like having your hippie van invaded by a Marine drill sergeant. It's uncomfortable and you might feel like your sacred dream space is being invaded. But remember, Saturn is here to help. He's the Dumbledore to your Harry Potter, the Yoda to your Luke Skywalker. Yeah, the lessons might be tough, but they're also incredibly valuable.
Oh, and don't be surprised if you're feeling a tad more restless than usual. With all this hyper-focus on the world of dreams, you could end up with some serious cosmic insomnia. But hey, it's the perfect opportunity to break out those lava lamps, put on some Pink Floyd, and meditate. Maybe even take a nature walk or indulge in some deep breathing exercises. And if you're having trippy dreams, jot them down! Who knows, they might be the next bestseller.
In short, Saturn in Pisces is a time to mix logic with dreams, science with spirituality, and discipline with freedom. It's as if Albert Einstein and Bob Marley decided to co-write a song. So, brace yourself for a fascinating cosmic ride!
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is prograde at 22 Tau 42' 28", moving at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 2975591509km away and approaching.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is retrograde at 27 Pis 27' 39", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4376163150km away and approaching.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is retrograde at 28 Cap 56' 02", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 5058464107km away and receding.
Alright star-gazers, grab your favorite tin foil hat and let's talk about the celestial shenanigans happening in our cosmic backyard. Pluto, our beloved underdog planet (yes, I said planet... fight me, Neil deGrasse Tyson), is pulling a cosmic U-turn and going retrograde in the no-nonsense sign of Capricorn. Now, I know what you're thinking: "Isn't Pluto that icy rock chilling billions of miles away?" Well, yes, smarty-pants, it is. But distance in space is like WiFi range - it still works, you just gotta believe.
Now, Capricorn and Pluto are both the type-A organizers of the zodiac and the solar system respectively. Think of them as your own personal Marie Kondos, but instead of tidying up your sock drawer, they’re intent on decluttering your life. They're the cosmic equivalent of a power-couple...with the slight tendency to be a tad overbearing. So, watch out, because they’re not afraid to toss out any belief, habit, or person that doesn’t ‘spark joy’.
Pluto in Capricorn is all about making space for the new by saying "adios" to the old. This isn't just spring cleaning, folks, this is a full-on, dumpster-fire, out-with-the-old kind of overhaul. The catch? Well, Capricorn's got a bit of a stubborn streak. So, while you're being urged to cleanse and purge, you might also find yourself clinging to the very things you need to ditch. It’s like trying to do yoga while wrestling a goat...weirdly challenging.
Remember, this cosmic clean-up isn't about becoming a lifeless robot only focused on results. If we let go of our stubbornness, open up to new ideas, and embrace a little chaos along the way, we might just find that the stuff we're left with is the stuff that truly matters. And hey, if anyone questions your method, just tell them you're living life according to planetary feng shui!
Mercury
Mars