August 18, 2026
A challenging early afternoon lunar square to Jupiter dominates the daylight hours. With a pensive, waxing Scorpio Moon testing exuberant Jupiter in outgoing Leo, clashes of style, tastes and wills are distinctly possible. Be respectful of other people’s moods. Some need privacy. Others bask in the limelight. Excessive enthusiasm is unlikely to break through a partner’s defensiveness. A gentle invitation to share confidential thoughts and feelings has far better chances of succeeding. A significant outpouring could follow. Given the uncertainties of eclipse season and Venus’ pending opposition to Saturn, it is wise to handle loved ones with extra care during the next few days. Moon in Scorpio.