My horoscopes are written intuitively and practically. To help you apply the energies of the weekly astrology planetary transits-movements.
So, you can manage obstacles, applying practical celestial life hacks to live your best life.
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I use Sidereal constellational time, which is based on the fixed stars and the actual constellation.
Any planet (Mercury, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune and Pluto) or luminaries (Sun and the Moon) is in at any given time.
On January 10TH 2023, at 3:31 PM, the Moon enters Leo. Read about that here
On January 12th 2023, at 3:30 PM, the Moon enters Virgo . Read about that here
On January 10th 2023, at 1:53 AM GMT, the Moon enters void, of course- VOC in the constellation Cancer until 3:31 AM, On January 2nd 2023, when it moves into the constellation of Leo.
On January 12th 2023, at 11:08 AM GMT, the Moon enters void, of course- VOC in the constellation Leo until 3:30 PM, On January 12th 2023, when it moves into the constellation of Virgo.
The Sun is in the constellation of Sagittarius
Mercury is in the constellation of Sagittarius
Mercury Stationary Retrograde at 09:32 on 29th December
Venus is in the constellation Capricorn
Mars is in the constellation Taurus
Jupiter is in the constellation of Pisces
Saturn is in the constellation of Capricorn
Neptune is in the constellation of Aquarius
Uranus is in the constellation of Aries
Pluto is in the constellation of Capricorn
This month’s full void, of course, Moon and major moon phases dates
Mercury makes a trine to Uranus; When transiting Mercury forms a trine with transiting Uranus, a powerful alignment is achieved between the planet of communication and the planet of innovation.
This can result in an influx of reliable intuition, original ideas, and flashes of inspiration – a surge of powerful creativity!
Our minds become more agile and flexible, allowing us to make lateral leaps of imagination and demonstrate our intellectual dexterity-skill-flexibility.
Our powers of observation become sharper, helping us to recognise the subtleties of our external and internal worlds.
This alignment can help us to unlock our creative potential and turn revolutionary ideas into reality.
Venus also makes a semi-square to Neptune, and Venus makes a trine to mars; during these transits, we may have unrealistic expectations in love.
We may find ourselves unable to reach our desired outcome and this can inadvertently cause misunderstanding in our closest or social relationships.
Moodiness and lack of cooperation can deepen the tension, but don’t despair – this period of time can also be seen as an opportunity to explore creative endeavours.
Whether you’re a writer, artist, or musician, now is the time to take a risk and explore something new.
Let the energy of this transit guide you to a new level of creativity. Tap into your inner artist and explore the possibilities of what can be created.
The Semi Square of Venus and Neptune and Venus trine Mars is a great time to explore different forms of art, or even to create something entirely new.
Let your imagination run wild and see what kind of ideas you come up with, but watch out for deception in love, but taking a risk can pay off if you don’t ignore the red flags.
Moon Void, of Course, Starts at 01:53
In general, some astrologers suggest it may be best to delay important things during the moon void of course period, As the moon journeys through its cycle, it will at one point make its last main aspect (i.e. trine, conjunction, square, sextile, opposition) with another planet before changing signs.
To be safe, it’s sensible to plan ahead, steer clear of major events or decisions during this period, and take time out to relax and reflect. Read more about the void of course moon do’s and don’ts here.
When the Moon enters the constellation of Leo, there will be an increase in romantic, social, and artistic activity, adding a sexual-creative magnetism to the next few days.
People may be more dramatic or wear brighter colours, while moods can be a little bit more cheerful, seeking more external validation.
Accepting or giving pleasure can make people feel better, in general; people can become more dramatic and show off, you may want to overdo it, but it’s best to relax.
You may be more self-sufficient, reliant and assertive about getting what you want if it takes your interests.
You may be more observant and able to make an accurate judgement or people and situations, especially other’s motivations
Negatively people can become bossy and controlling, forgetting to use their heart and letting their heads rule. Lovers’ tiffs and general superficial arguments can cause further pressure.
Some people may try to dominate others but react badly to what they see as criticism or interference from others.
Which can cause a battle of wits and egos because people can become highly self-righteous, thinking their way is the only one trying to force others to do things their way.
Taking risks without planning or thinking before can cause misery and disagreements.
There can also be fallouts in intimate relationships and setbacks in personal or business projects.
Memories from the past can interfere with your authentic personal expression, making you feel more insecure or vulnerable than usual.
It’s essential to check your mood during at this time as it can affect your productivity and ability to think clearly.
The best way to use the energy of the Moon in the constellation of Leo is to express your creativity and pay more attention to your inner child and any actual children you are involved in.
Enjoy yourself without overdoing it in social situations, enjoy sports, romance and anything else that sets your soul on fire, in moderation and don’t forget to relax.
Well-thought-out speculation can pay off on the stock market. The Moon in Leo is also perfect for creatively expressing yourself.
Some of you may decide to go to the theatre, watch more movies than usual, and socialise more, but remember to relax as much as you can.
When the Moon is in the constellation of Leo, it can be a very infertile period for gardeners.
Yet, it is good energy for harvesting and deposing bad crops. Weeds, fungi and other pests; some horticulturists use the fire sign moons such as Leo to plant seedy vegetables, fruits and flowers.
As Venus squares the transiting Moon’s North Node, the heavens open up a portal of possibility to forge meaningful connections.
This could manifest in social, artistic, or even romantic contexts and could be a great opportunity for new and exciting experiences.
However, it is vital to remain conscious of the tension that can arise from the manifestation of unpleasant behaviour.
It is possible that passion could flare quickly and easily, so it would be wise to be mindful of one’s emotions and reactions.
Any relationship you create or strengthen at this time will likely bring about great rewards, yet it is crucial to stay aware of the potential for discord that could arise.
By entering interactions with love and understanding, we can use this special period of astrological influence to its fullest potential.
Disseminating Moon at 02:28
The Moon also enters disseminating/ waning gibbous phases today; the waning gibbous Moon is good for planning, reflecting, self-improvement, and connecting with others.
Learning from past mistakes and refining any plan or relationship’s more- minor/finer details.
Spending time in silence and stillness can solve your problems and release emotional tension. It is best to do what’s essential to you and focus on improving and nurturing yourself.
There can be an increase in communication but try not to force your opinions on others and keep an open mind.
Reflect on ways to enhance your life by thinking about repetitive thought and behaviour patterns and what you can do to change them slowly.
The waning gibbous Moon is also a great energy to meditate, spend time with, and recalibrate with your higher power or self.
The waning Moon is an excellent time to express gratitude for your life and the things and people in it and share information, ideas, and thoughts in meaningful ways.
The disseminating moon phases create a unique energy between the sexes, making it easier for those who identify primarily with their masculine or feminine sides to get on.
The best use of this opportunity is to explore the balance between our desires and responsibilities and to open our minds to new possibilities.
With so much energy in the air, it can be a time of excitement and growth, so don’t be afraid to explore your emotions and find creative solutions.
Moon Void, of Course, Starts at 11:08
In general, some astrologers suggest it may be best to delay essential things during the moon void of course period; read more about the void of course moon do’s and don’ts here.
People may focus more on health issues when the Moon is in the Virgo constellation. In business matters, you may prefer to work methodically and practically; paying attention to details is the key theme
Despite the suffering, some people may ignore illnesses to concentrate on work; others may want things cleaner than usual.
The best use of the Moon in Virgo is to do a complete well-being check of mind, body and soul.
Take time to research or learn anything that will help you improve your personal hygiene and nutrition and do things to increase your productivity.
You are more able to make economic decisions when buying clothing, household, health and food items.
The Virgo vibration can make you more aware of the effect of your mind on your body and vice versa.
Now is a good time if you’ve been considering moving up in your career, educationally or starting or following through on a business plan.
Supporting those who need your assistance or accepting help from others can make you and them feel more at peace.
Negatively when the Moon is in the constellation of Virgo, people become self-righteous and pickier, annoying, and bossy behaviour, thinking they know the right way to do things can cause tension in relationships, especially in intimate connections.
There is also a chance some of you may become less organised, which can cause issues in all areas of your life, have poor hygiene waste sexual, physical or intellectual energy.
Over worrying and other anxious behaviour and obsessive overthinking can also affect your overall well-being, as cannot looking after any chronic health conditions can lower productivity, causing problems at home or work.
For you, gardeners, the next few days are an excellent period to plant your crops.
Prepare for an excellent harvest, crop manipulation, trim vines and flowers, and eliminate parasites and weeds.
When Mars is retrograde, it can be challenging to navigate, as it encourages us to reflect on our daily routines and the effort we put into our lives. Making us analyse our work and exercise habits or relationship and personal goals.
The retrograde motion of Mars is a powerful reminder to take a step back and evaluate how we can best use our energy and motivation to reach our highest potential.
When mars was in retrograde your personal energy may have been depleted, resulting in difficulty achieving our goals.
However, when Mars turns direct, the path to overcoming our obstacles can become clear and external roadblocks can be lifted.
If you’ve had trouble reaching an exercise, career, creative or any other goal or communicating effectively with yourself and others.
When Mars was retrograde, you should see some improvement now that Mars is in direct motion.
Also, the Sun and Neptune make a harmonious sextile, now is the time to actively seek out the joys of exploration and newness.
Considering the possibilities of travel, the potential of creativity, and the enchanting beauty of music, the world around you can inspire you, and your imagination can be ignited to new heights.
Find solace in moments of meditation or quiet reflection near a body of water, allowing your spirit to be soothed by the gentle lapping of the waves.
This is a time for reflection and the sense of peace that comes with it. Feel the tension of the day melt away in the warmth of the Sun, and allow yourself to be swept away in the possibilities that may lie ahead.
The Sun and Mars are also in an astrological sesquiquadrate, a tense and challenging angle between two planets.
This aspect can bring a strained atmosphere in our relationships with others, messing with the harmonious Sun sextile Neptune aspect, causing a feeling of volatile tension in the air that can lead to aggressive words or actions, and even bullying, without meaning too.
Provoke powerful enemies; even those who are generally on your side can have hostile reactions.
Therefore, it is wise to be on guard and to exercise caution in our interactions with others and how we respond to their behaviour.
We should be mindful of any aggressive feelings that may be bubbling up and strive to remain calm, civil and respectful, yet the sun sextile to Neptune can help you stay calm and avoid mistakes or accidents.
Mercury SemiSquares Saturn today; it is time to take a step back and take a deep breath. This is an opportunity for all of us to focus on our need for practicality. But all too often, this can lead to a gloomy, almost suffocating sentiment; we can also expect to run into communication issues and transportation mishaps.
However, if we can find a way to remain grounded and sensible, we may be able to avoid those pitfalls.
By taking a moment to pause and reflect, we can gently remind ourselves of the importance of solid, sensible decision-making and open ourselves up to the potential of making more informed choices.
Now, more than ever, it is essential that we listen to our instincts and strive to be intentional with our words and actions.
Sun enters Capricorn at 15:16
Capricorn’s energy is driven by a sense of purpose, a desire to achieve, and a respect for the Law, tradition and order.
Those with strong Capricorn energy in their birth chart can find special joy in the completion of a task – when the Sun transits in Capricorn you can have a passion for creating structure and upholding standards.
When the Sun is in Capricorn’s grounded energies, we can use the Capricorn vibration and become old goats if we wish.
Reflecting upon the karmic lessons of the past twelve months and setting our sights on new aspirations. Saturn, the planet of karma, guides us during this time to reflect and take the initial steps towards achieving our goals.
It’s crucial to stay on top of tasks and stay organised to achieve success. Now is the time to think like a Capricorn and the other earth signs, Virgo and Taurus.
Being determined and disciplined will help you reach your goals. Plan ahead and stay focused on the bigger picture – that’s how you will get ahead.
With the Capricorn Sun in the sky, it’s a great time to take charge and get things done. You can become bossy because of a strong desire to get things done to the best of your abilities.
Don’t be afraid to take the lead and get a bit domineering if that’s what it takes to make sure the job is done, but make sure you don’t get in the way of others taking control of their lives, be sensitive to their feelings and need for autonomy.
Sun in Capricorn is an excellent opportunity to get ahead by putting in extra effort at the workplace or towards your personal goals and working hard to accomplish your ambitions.
But make sure you take some time out to relax, have fun, and try to get 7-9 hours of sleep each night.
Don’t forget to take a break from work every once in a while.
When the Sun is transiting in Capricorn, and having a good laugh can do wonders for your mental and physical health.
You may find yourself saving more money, not wanting to waste time or other resources on petty arguments or situations, and taking more pride in your appearance.
The hardworking Capricorn is undoubtedly one of the most powerful zodiac signs, demonstrating an unyielding drive and ambition that carries them to the top.
This transit offers the opportunity to draw on some of the Natal Capricorn’s natural determination to achieve greatness in whatever endeavour you pursue.
Venus square Uranus is a time of intense and fleeting attraction. Relationships that form during this period can be tumultuous, and they will be heavily scrutinised by both parties involved.
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This can lead to frequent arguments, and if disagreements are not resolved quickly, breakups will likely occur; this aspect brings an emotional roller coaster to the Sun in Capricorn period, expect the unexpected and some of you be prepared to fall in and out of love quickly
This is a very unpredictable period, and it’s essential to be aware of this if you’re considering entering into a relationship or trying to maintain an existing one.
Mercury makes a quincunx to mars adding to the likelihood of harsh words, possible violence, sudden disagreements, impulsive thinking and reactions.
Making incorrect conclusions, people being highly suspicious and critical of each other and negative thoughts and absentmindedness that can delay important communications and journeys
That being said, Venus square Uranus and Mercury quincunx Mars can also be a very passionate and exciting period, so if you’re able to manage the potential for instability and emotional volatility, then it can be a thrilling and rewarding experience.