Summary:
- The Moon is in Aquarius until 6:53 PM.
- The Moon is void until 6:53 PM (since yesterday at 8:09 PM).
- The Moon is in Pisces from 6:53 PM forward (until Thursday, January 14th at 9:48 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its New Moon phase.
- A New Moon occurred on the 9th; a First Quarter Moon will occur on the 16th.
- Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from January 5-25).
Times are EST
Horoscopes
Aries
You are likely to feel freer and lighter today, dear Aries. With money matters or relationships, your vision is a little broader and you’re feeling more optimistic. With Venus and Uranus in harmony, it’s an excellent time for letting go of negative feelings, resentments, and buried anger. It’s also a good time for doing something you’ve always wanted to do but didn’t have the motivation or courage. You’re more likely to want to preserve energy for new feelings and make room for positivity. Moving forward is more important to you than usual now. Surprises are pleasant, and you might get a good deal or a pass on an unwelcome task. The Moon moves into your privacy sector this evening, and there is some tendency to need personal space and time away from hectic places and situations.
Taurus
There can be more pleasure in your personal or private world these days, dear Taurus, and there can be important breakthroughs of feeling occurring today. There may be a eureka moment for some, or a new level of intimacy or insight is reached now. You have powerful energy for intuition and perceptiveness, particularly related to a special person in your life or your own inner motives. You might also experiment or learn something new on an intimate level. You could be feeling liberated of a burdensome secret or worry, or you might even get a pass on a small financial matter. You are spirited today, although your attention to the internal workings of your own mind and your tendency to observe others rather closely gives you an overall appearance of quiet and calm.
Gemini
Your ability to communicate with style and finesse is strong right now with Venus transiting your partnership sector until the 23rd, dear Gemini, and as a result, there can be interesting and even surprising people attracted these days. This is a good day for a liberating feeling related to friendship and partnership. It’s great for coming to a new understanding of a relationship situation or a person you care about. Friends tend to be supportive, and you are ready to support them. While it is not a day for making big commitments, it’s a good one for expanding your reach and entertaining new ways of relating that benefit all involved.
Cancer
You can derive quite a bit of pleasure in taking better care of yourself, your routines, and your work these days, dear Cancer, and for some of you, it’s a time for meeting new people through the pursuit of these things. You can be quite brilliant on the job but even if you’re not working, you can come up with clever solutions to practical problems. You are thinking outside of the box and benefiting from it. You are also soaking up important information now, and you may come up with interesting ideas that help further your goals and ambitions. Taking a more relaxed and creative approach to your life can boost your appeal and confidence. There can be pleasant associations and even connections made on the job or while fulfilling routine or health matters.
Leo
You may be looking to new and perhaps unusual ideas, situations, and even people for happiness, excitement, and enjoyment today, dear Leo. The ordinary simply doesn’t appeal, although many of you are able to turn ordinary circumstances into fun, exciting ones now if necessary. You’re especially spirited and socially courageous today. Conversations can be inspirational. A surprise attraction may be part of your day, and it’s a strong time for keeping things open, spontaneous pleasures, and fewer inhibitions.
Virgo
You might release a burden or enjoy a little more intimacy with someone now, dear Virgo, and this brings you pleasure. This is a good time for creative problem solving around the home, and creative relating with family members as well. You might reach a new level of understanding with someone, or discover that you don’t have to do something you’ve been dreading. There is a little more freedom and detachment in our attitudes that has the effect of speeding up life a little so that you are able to say things you previously kept to yourself, for example, or to try something new. While you might have felt that people were extra sensitive yesterday, today you’ll find that people are not taking things so seriously and personally. There may be good news on a financial level for some of you now.
Libra
Others can make you feel freer to express yourself and to be yourself as well today, dear Libra, and this feels great. A relationship might reach a new level or a conversation can occur that puts a problem behind you. You are entertaining different or unusual ideas and your tastes are more offbeat. You’re also more inclined to be spontaneous in your activities with others. It’s easier to broach normally tricky topics. You are quite magnetic and appealing. It’s not a time to feel particularly committed to any one thing – you prefer open-ended situations just for now. Romantic opportunities could arise now. The Moon moves into your work and health sector this evening, however, and there is a natural shift of focus to taking care of business or sorting out minor problems.
Scorpio
This can be a great time for resourcefulness, dear Scorpio, as you can see where to best use your natural talents and possibly your money and resources as well. Unexpected developments at or with work can be pleasant, perhaps releasing you from a duty you were dreading or enjoying a detour from the usual routine. Health and work matters fare well now, and new ideas and methods can figure strongly now. An unusual meeting, interaction, or friendship can occur today. Your tastes are unusual and attractions can be different and sudden now. A change of pace does a world of good, and it feels nice to be looking forward with excitement.
Sagittarius
Venus in your sign these days (and until the 23rd) boosts your appeal and popularity, dear Sagittarius. Today, Uranus supports your power to attract and to thoroughly enjoy yourself as well today, and your vibrant, progressive approach to social interactions is appreciated. You are seen in a positive light, or you could be donning a new look that impresses others. Certainly, you feel a little more courageous about expressing yourself. You might capture the attention of people who haven’t truly noticed you before. Alternatively, people who have already noticed you might take special interest or see you in a whole new light. The Moon moves into your home and family sector this evening, and it may be time for a bit of extra rest.
Capricorn
With Venus in your privacy zone these days, dear Capricorn, you may often take special pleasure in your own little private world. Today, Venus gets help from liberating Uranus, and this can point to a desire to share a normally private feeling, or to release yourself from burdensome feelings that have weighed you down in some other symbolic way. There may be a new development in an attraction or a private matter in a relationship. You are not inclined to commit to any particular feeling at the moment, and while there can be a feeling of uncertainty that you normally don’t care for, leaving things a little open can actually make you feel freer. After all, attempting to control things can be exhausting! The day is also quite powerful for solving old problems.
Aquarius
Today’s energies are strong for feeling that you’re moving on and along, dear Aquarius. It’s also a quite excellent day for personal appeal and charm. Interactions with friends or networking activities can offer new experiences and ideas that feel good and even empowering. There can be a feeling of relief or release from a worry or obligation, particularly related to a friend or a long-term goal. People are generally cooperating with you and may find your ideas especially unique, interesting, and possibly also quite inspiring. You may enjoy helping others, and volunteering your support or services can be rewarding. You can also come to an unusual perspective on a matter from the past, perhaps seeing something you previously missed – a puzzle piece can fall into place now. The Moon continues to magnify and clarify your feelings as it transits your sign until evening, when it moves into your resources sector, and patience feels comfortable.
Pisces
There can be more pleasure found through or about your work and responsibilities these days, dear Pisces, and generally good energy for connecting with people in high places, and with those who can help your cause. You may be bringing something new to the table today, whether it’s a winning attitude, idea, or method, and you’re especially open to making progress, moving on, and embracing unusual perspectives. Others may be seeing your talents and capabilities now, more than usual, and you could have the chance to show them off. For some of you, there can be release of an obligation involving money and/or work. You might also enjoy a feeling of more freedom and creativity in the work you do or with the decisions you make. The Moon moves into your sign and out of hiding this evening, and more clarity is likely to come to your feelings.
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The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts (for the astrology of the week, see This Week in Astrology):
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 6:53 pm
Event: Moon enters Pisces
Description: The Moon in Pisces
A time to observe, feel, and process. We may pay special attention to our dreams, both of the night and day variety, and the subtle areas of our lives. Focusing on creativity, philanthropy, spirituality, and artistry can be beneficial. Build your intuition, slow down and rest.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 4:50 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Mars
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 7:18 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Jupiter
Watch for moody decisions and excesses now.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 7:56 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting North Node
There may be the need to pause to adjust things before moving plans forward. We could feel at odds with others on an emotional level. Public relations are not as favorable now.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 8:24 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Ceres
There is a stronger desire to nourish, care for, or tend to favorite people, things, and projects. There can be greater attention to diet, health, and self-care programs. There can be a stronger connection to people we love, home, and family, and more sensitivity to others in general.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 9:18 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Ves
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Vesta
We can be a little stiff with our emotions, and we can be distracted from our work or focus. There can be difficulty expressing tenderness, concern, or care.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 6:53 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Pis
Description: Transiting Moon Entering Pisces
A time to observe, feel, and process. We may pay special attention to our dreams, both of the night and day variety, and the subtle areas of our lives. Focusing on creativity, philanthropy, spirituality, and artistry can be beneficial. Build your intuition, slow down and rest.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 7:40 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Plu
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Pluto
Deeper feelings emerge suddenly, and possibly in a disruptive way. We may be over-reacting or going to extremes. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 8:11 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Nep
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Neptune
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 9:46 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Ura
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Uranus
We can easily find ourselves all wound up and nervous. Unpredictable responses from others (and ourselves). Emotional eruptions are possible. Not a good time to make permanent decisions, particularly about relationships and family/domestic matters.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 11:13 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cnj Pal
Description: Transiting Mercury Conjunction Transiting Pallas
We can have many projects and ideas going on now. We are hungry for variety, knowledge, and mental excitement. We could have a pleasing way with words, whether spoken or written (or both), and a love for order in the world of ideas and problem solving.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 9:23 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Pll Cer
Description: Transiting Venus Parallel Transiting Ceres
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 7:10 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Tri Ura
Description: Transiting Venus Trine Transiting Uranus
This is a good time for experimenting and improvising, as well as trying on new ways of expressing ourselves and relating.
Date & Time: 12 Jan 2016 1:02 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ves Cpl Nod
Description: Transiting Vesta ContraParallel Transiting North Node
SAGITTARIUS STRONG
Inspiring, broad vision, enthusiastic, goal seeking, truthful, adventurous. Can be reckless, unrestrained, tactless.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
AQUARIUS STRONG
Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: NEW MOON
Moon 0 to 45 degrees ahead of the Sun.
This is an energetic, impulsive, and subjective period of time. We are looking for new projects and opportunities.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on January 12th:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected, or will perfect, in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours, so that if an aspect involving is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a life time).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN AQUARIUS
You feel secure with intellect rather than emotions. You may be aloof from emotions, or distrust emotions as irrational and unpredictable. You may have viewed your mother as emotionally erratic.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN CAPRICORN
You are responsible and respectful, with a strong need to be an authority figure. You command respect and may tend to superiority and bossiness.
22ND DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Muscle insertions of upper to lower legs
Sabian Symbol: A general accepting defeat gracefully.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION MERCURY Orb 4°19′ Applying
Thoughts and communications about ourselves and our goals. We are expressing ourselves confidently, directly, and clearly.
TRINE JUPITER Orb 1°17′ Applying
You are generous and happy-go-lucky. You enjoy life and popularity. It would be unusual for you to go without comforts in life. You have a tendency to be lazy and self-indulgent.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 5°13′ Separating
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this need, we could cause some problems or feel restless and irritable. There could be rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Use this time to see what changes need to be made.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 6°27′ Separating
You are intense, obsessive and have great personal power. You find it easy to rid yourself of the unwanted but may be intolerant of others less powerful. Transformation is the key factor in your life.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN CAPRICORN
You are a wise and careful thinker. You place importance on credibility and authority. Therefore you will seek knowledge which carries some authority. You may approach new ideas with caution.
27TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Deep nerves
Sabian Symbol: A mountain pilgrimage.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
TRINE JUPITER Orb 3°02′ Applying
You are philosophical. You easily see the big picture and can talk to people from all walks of life. Your ideas can be uplifting for other people.
VENUS
VENUS IN SAGITTARIUS
You want to share adventure with your partner, ranging from sharing adventurous ideas to hiking in the mountains. You may also enjoy relating with foreigners, and dining out with your partner at foreign restaurants.
17TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Sciatic nerve
Sabian Symbol: An easter sunrise service.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION SATURN Orb 3°57′ Separating
You are shy and inhibited in your personal relationships. You fear commitment and tend to either be the one in control or to choose a partner who tries to control you. One of your parents may have been too strict and consequently you fear expressing yourself. Once you overcome your feelings of inadequacy you will have the ability to form secure and long-lasting relationships based on firm foundations. You are faithful and loyal.
TRINE URANUS Orb 0°21′ Applying
We are open to new or unusual experiences. Our intuition for making changes serves us well now, and there can be good business sense, particularly for tapping into current or future trends. There is a healthy level of detachment experienced now that opens us up to new ideas, methods, art forms, and ways of relating.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 1°33′ Applying
You experience emotional pain in your relationships. You have difficulty experiencing the joy and beauty of intimate relationships. You need to face early childhood feelings of rejection and develop empathy for others close to you.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
5TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Testicles, left side of uterus
Sabian Symbol: A massive, rocky shore.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 2°53′ Applying
Inspiration might be found now, and our intuition is strong. There can be letting go of anger, or a softening of the disposition now. Creative arts, particularly physical ones, are favored.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN VIRGO
You have a strong desire to be of service, and high religious or spiritual ideals. You may also have an obsession with detailed perfection.
24TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver
Sabian Symbol: Mary and her white lamb.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 5°19′ Applying
This can be a time when we are hungry for meaning and understanding, but it can be difficult to align ourselves with a personal philosophy or belief system that truly reflects our core. We might be led astray by beliefs and ideas now, or we might experience some form of crisis of faith.
CONJUNCTION THE NORTH NODE Orb 0°21′ Applying
Your current life challenge is to embrace adventure. You may find yourself in situations which inspire you to see the big picture. Inspiring others, possibly through preaching or teaching, may be part of your life’s destiny. Benevolent groups may also play a key role.
SATURN
SATURN IN SAGITTARIUS
Saturn in Sagittarius asks us to take on the responsibility of living according to our personal truths and principles, and to be loyal to these. This is a time for turning a critical eye to those beliefs and principles that don’t accurately reflect our authentic selves. (December 23, 2014 to June 14, 2015, then September 17, 2015 to December 20, 2017)
13TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Long saphenous veins
Sabian Symbol: A widow’s past brought to light.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 4°19′ Applying
You have a talent for investigation. You look at new ideas and are able then to put them into action. In business you achieve much in your own independent way.
SQUARE NEPTUNE Orb 4°31′ Separating
Some feelings of disillusionment can come now as our dreams and ideals can be put to the test. Questioning our faith in our dreams can lead to lack of follow-through or wasteful activities and avoidance of responsibilities. Ideally, this crisis leads to a realignment of material goals and spiritual ideals as we assess what is truly meaningful to us.
SQUARE CHIRON Orb 5°30′ Applying
You have difficulty accepting yourself and other people, and have a tendency to be critical. This may be a result of your own feelings of inadequacy. You need to use your willpower to relax and see things in a lighter fashion. This will help you discover your own inner wisdom.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010 to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011 to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018 to March 6, 2019).
17TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Vertebral canal
Sabian Symbol: Two prim spinsters sitting together in silence.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 1°14′ Applying
A time for making sweeping changes and for adapting to changes in order to progress. This is a time for revising, altering, overhauling, and purging. We can experience tension, fear, and pressure, but also a sense of liberation from over-attachments and situations that have been holding us back from growth.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011 to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012 to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025 to January 26, 2026)
8TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left talus
Sabian Symbol: A girl blowing a bugle.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008 to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008 to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023 to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024 to November 19, 2024).
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
ASPECTS OF PLUTO
SEXTILE CHIRON Orb 2°25′ Separating
You have the ability to be a catalyst in your daily life, helping others face and heal their emotional pain.
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011 to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018 to February 18, 2019).
18TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Extensor muscles of right toes
Sabian Symbol: In a huge tent a famous revivalist conducts his meeting.
ASPECTS OF CHIRON
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 5°40′ Applying
You have a tendency to become stuck in a mire of self-pity, seeing only the pain and suffering in life. You need to develop the caring and sensitive side of your nature for the good of others.
VESTA IN ARIES
This can be a time for grabbing the reins and working solo. There can be strong energy for new enterprises but not necessarily for routine work.
10TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eyeball
Sabian Symbol: A scholar creates new forms for ancient symbols.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN CAPRICORN
You possess wisdom and the ability to structure your thoughts. Your mind copes well with plans and you like to put things in their proper place.
27TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Deep nerves
Sabian Symbol: A mountain pilgrimage.
JUNO
JUNO IN SCORPIO
You want an intense and sexual relationship. You want your partner’s total attention and demand a high degree of sensuality.
10TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Corpus cavernosum of penis
Sabian Symbol: A fellowship supper reawakens unforgettable inner ties.
CERES
CERES IN AQUARIUS
You feel cared for when others accept and encourage your sense of individuality. You feel comforted when surrounded by groups of people. You teach others to accept their eccentricities.
24TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibialis anterior muscle
Sabian Symbol: A man turning his back on his passions and teaching from his Experience.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN VIRGO
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
24TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver
Sabian Symbol: Mary and her white lamb.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN PISCES
This is a quest to become dedicated to the service of others. You will need to overcome the tendency to daydream and feel overwhelmed and to put your compassion and wisdom to practical use for humanity.
24TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right distal tibio-fibular joint
Sabian Symbol: An inhabited island.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 12 Jan 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp27 -20°59′
Cnj 15°Cp31 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
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