The waxing Moon in Libra is a favorable Lunar day for communication, building harmonious connections, and restoring inner balance. Now it is especially useful to openly discuss plans, share feelings, establish business and personal contacts, and carefully review contracts and agreements to get a complete picture and adjust course if needed. At the same time, refrain from signing new contracts and making major deals: during this phase many things are unstable and prone to change. Use the day for gentle self-organization, meditation, and setting intentions — this will amplify the waxing Moon's effect and help maintain harmony.

Nakshatra: Hasta [until 19-08-1996 00:19:24]   Symbol: Hand, Palm. Good for travel, moving, childcare, and any work done with the hands such as jewelry-making, housework, planting, and gardening. Also good for fun, hobbies, and recreation. Not good for rest, intimacy, or long-term planning.

This nakshatra has a light nature. Good for business and trade, buying and selling, short trips, sports, starting a business or project, education and learning, making or wearing jewelry, and taking medicine.

Tithi: 4, Chaturthi [until 1996-08-18 18:07:00]   An unfavorable day for important matters; cleaning, purification, arguments, fighting enemies, use of weapons or fire.