The Waxing Moon in Aquarius is a favorable lunar day for change and bringing new things into your life. The energy of the waxing moon encourages renewal: you can rearrange your home, reassess habitual roles and viewpoints, and introduce fresh ideas into projects and plans. People around you are more likely to accept alternative points of view, so it’s important to stay mindful and avoid hasty decisions to prevent getting caught out.

Nakshatra: Dhanishta [until 03-08-2012 18:13:05]   Symbol: Drum. Good for group activities, celebrations, concerts, opening ceremonies, and expressing leadership. Also good for creative work, especially music and dance, and buying clothes. Not good for routine chores, new partnerships, intimacy, or marriage.

This nakshatra has a mobile (active) nature. Best for temporary activities that don’t need long-term results — like traveling, meetings, starting studies, starting medical treatment or fasting, repairs, gardening, or buying a car, or changing jobs. Avoid starting projects that require long-term stability.

Tithi: 17, Dwitiya [until 2012-08-04 03:48:00]   Starting activities involving authorities; marriage; wearing precious jewelry; laying foundations; construction; fulfilling promises; taking office; starting work.