Summary:
- The Moon is in Cancer all day (until Saturday, January 23rd, at 2:20 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its Waxing Gibbous phase.
- A First Quarter Moon occurred on the 16th, and a Full Moon will occur tomorrow.
- Mercury is retrograde (Mercury is retrograde from January 5-25).
- The Sun spends its first full day in Aquarius (the Sun transits Aquarius from January 20-February 19).
Times are EST
Horoscopes
Aries
Today brings a building need to stick close to home or with familiar things and situations, dear Aries. An emotional regrouping of sorts is needed, and welcome if you can manage it. With demands from all directions, however, ti may not be especially easy to take a break, but cherish and make good use of the time that you do have for nurturing and comforting activities. You are entering a cycle today that can bring you into contact with particularly interesting and perhaps unusual people and groups, and this cycle lasts a few months. It also brings strong energy for especially unique ideas and plans. In fact, you’ll more thoroughly enjoy the designing and planning stages of whatever you’re doing, and can excel at these things at this time.
Taurus
The day can be a little hectic at times, dear Taurus, but should be satisfying overall if the goal is to get a lot of little things done. With the Moon in the sector of your chart that rules variety and connections, you’re inclined to dabble and branch out. You could meet interesting people or hear from someone you’ve lost touch with. Pallas enters your career and reputation sector today, and will transit this house of your solar chart for a few months, helping you to think about long-term plans, and inclining you to want to map things out in satisfying ways. Your work may involve more planning and design as well during this period. This is a good cycle in which to cultivate good working relationships or business partnerships.
Gemini
The day should be relatively steady, dear Gemini, or at least you approach it in an emotionally balanced and steady manner, with the Moon in your stable solar second house. While there can be some mildly frustrating interactions if others are pushing you to do more or to move out of your comfort zone, overall this is a good time to settle in and enjoy more peaceful activities that engage your senses. Body work and relaxation techniques can be especially appealing and helpful now. Practical priorities can also be in stronger focus. Circumstances can be such that you’re seeing the value of patience more clearly.
Cancer
The Moon is in your sign all day, dear Cancer, giving you the license to focus on yourself and your needs, within reason, of course. It’s a time for starting new trends, getting in touch with your needs for emotional fulfillment, setting the mood, and making an impression. Relating to others may be complex in the morning, but you can learn from the feelings that these interactions call forth, especially about insecurities and fears. Your enterprising nature is in strong force much of the day, and you might decide to take up an activity that you normally share with others independently. Make room for spontaneity now. You may be wearing your emotions, to some extent, on your sleeve.
Leo
Keeping a low profile is not always your style, dear Leo, but it can be helpful today, as you are in need of a little more time to yourself or with your own thoughts and feelings. This is not to say you won’t be pulled away from quiet activities. In fact, towards midday you might find distractions plentiful and the need to take care of business might arise. It may be wise to double check your work, as concentration levels may be low. Possibilities for extra rest, if they arrive, shouldn’t be overlooked. This is not about literally hiding away, but more about saying “no” to demanding situations if possible, or to the extras, which can serve the same purpose to some degree. You are also starting a cycle today that spans a few months in which coming to fairer, more considered balance in a partnership is especially important to your well-being.
Virgo
Group activities and cooperative efforts may be animated today, dear Virgo, and you could find that others are demanding a little more of your time than usual. You are quite open to new feelings and experiences, and some experimentation. Your sense of community is strong, and emotional satisfaction can come through your interactions with, or support of, friends and associates, although they may take you on a bit of an emotional swing at times today. You are beginning a new cycle today that is strong for organizing, planning, and sorting. This cycle will last a few months and turns your focus to what’s fair in your work and with your working relationships. Those things that are out of balance can be especially annoying now, but you’re in a great position to work things out. This is also a strong time for learning new skills and keeping abreast of new developments and methods that will help you get the job done more efficiently.
Libra
You are more aware than usual of your reputation and of the expectations of others today, dear Libra, which can be good for lighting a fire under you for getting important things done, but you could also feel a little vulnerable to criticism. Look into your heart in order to learn what truly satisfies you, and you may very well realize that performing your duties to the best of your ability is the key, at least to feel good about moving on to more interesting things! You are beginning a several-month cycle today that brings out the artist in you, in a very practical way, such that design and planning can be highlighted. You might thoroughly enjoy structuring your creative works or your “play” time now. Your vision is unique and inspiring.
Scorpio
There can be some restlessness stirred today, dear Scorpio, although you may not be able to satisfy your desire to get out and about as well as you’d like. The morning’s energies are on the intense side, particularly as you are inclined to mull over a particular topic, finding it hard to let go of something. However, as the day progresses, you’re in better shape to move on and focus on priorities. Try to introduce variety into your routine in order to keep yourself interested. Aim to add more, whether it’s about expanding your mind or horizons, when you’re able to.
Sagittarius
The coming months are quite strong for learning, dear Sagittarius, particularly if it involves both structure and room for creativity. Your communications are a little more orderly now, and this helps to endear you to others in a unique way. It’s not about being predictable, and more about taming unpredictability, and there is a big difference between the two. With just a little planning, your unique ideas will come across more clearly and competently. Today, you are inclined to feel a little more deeply or to entertain deeper, richer feelings. You are also more able to observe and come up with answers that may be a little hidden or not very obvious. Learning something special about a partner or love interest can be part of this.
Capricorn
You’re more approachable and personable today, dear Capricorn, and this leaves you open to help, support, and comfort from others. You are not always someone who asks for help or company, making it a special surprise when people make the offer on their own. Stating your needs, of course, can help. Fight your own resistance if you feel a little insecure. Today, Pallas has moved out of your sign and into your sector of resources, where the Sun just moved two days ago. This puts a little more emphasis on building up your resources and fuels your ambition to get yourself feeling more secure and grounded. It also boosts your confidence when it comes to expressing and sharing your natural talents.
Aquarius
Now and in the coming few months, dear Aquarius, you’re bound to stand out for your unique viewpoint or creative ideas. Others tend to take special note of your intelligence and insight. Your approach is a little more confident and you’re not as reserved when it comes to asserting your opinions or sharing your ideas. There can be especially interesting people coming into your life at this time in your life as well. Today, some of the intensity of thought from yesterday carries over into the morning, but as the day moves forward, your perspective does too, and you’re more interested in righting wrongs in the here and now rather than focusing on what happened in the past.
Pisces
You can be in an especially romantic, sharing, and creative mood today, dear Pisces, which is enjoyable overall, although you may be a little more susceptible to ups and downs if others are not always responding the way you’d like. When you’re looking to engage someone’s emotions, they may be taking you far too literally, for example, and this is especially possible around midday. However, if you aim to overlook these minor disconnects, it can be a satisfying day for exploring your creative impulses.
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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: 22 Jan 2016 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Cancer
Description: The Moon in Cancer
This is a good time for making or nurturing emotional connections, sharing feelings, and connecting with our imagination, warmth, compassion, and sensitivity. We might concentrate on home, family, and domestic matters now. Nurture others and also the self.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 2:15 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Mar
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Mars
We are more courageous and able to take the lead. We are in tune with our natural desires and instincts. We express our feelings honestly. We are independent, resourceful, and brave.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 4:04 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Juno
We can gain strength through others or through our relationships, and we are especially comfortable in one-on-one situations.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 6:49 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqq Cer
Description: Transiting Moon SesquiSquare Transiting Ceres
There may be difficulties giving or receiving affection, care, concern, and nurturing.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 6:51 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Square 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: 22 Jan 2016 8:07 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Saturn
This is a brief period of uncertainty, guilt, fear of not performing well, fear of rejection, a feeling that others will not support or fulfill our needs/desires, or a sense that something can’t be achieved. Patience is a virtue right now. Otherwise we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness. All good things come to those who wait.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 12:16 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Mer
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Mercury
Relationships can be somewhat strained as responses to one another can be too intellectual/logical or too emotional, swinging between the two.Nervous energy, hypersensitivity. How we feel and what we think can be at odds.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 12:34 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Plu
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Pluto
A buried or frustrating issue can now come to a head. Something from the past or that was previously hidden can surface. There can be intensity in our relationships or emotional turbulence within. Complex feelings and entanglements can be issues. The need to let go of something could emerge. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 2:31 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Ura
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Uranus
There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 5:06 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Tri Chi
Description: Transiting Moon Trine Transiting Chiron
There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ plights. We are more emotionally present and involved. Synchronicity is a feature of our daily life right now. Tune in and enjoy the spiritual signposts.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 4:58 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer Cnj Plu
Description: Transiting Mercury Conjunction Transiting Pluto
Penetrating conversation. Power in speech. Persuasion. Talk of change and sexuality. Psychological issues. Exposure.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 4:41 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ves SSq Cer
Description: Transiting Vesta SemiSquare Transiting Ceres
We might encounter minor but irritating problems related to an overloaded schedule, or involving divided attention to work and personal or family matters now. Alternatively, we may not be getting the support we want/need and have difficulty asking for it.
Date & Time: 22 Jan 2016 2:01 pm
Event: Tr-Na Pal Cnj Aqu
Description: Transiting Pallas Entering Aquarius
CANCER STRONG
Nurturing, protective, tenacious, emotional sensitive, watery, strong roots. Can be overly protective, unwilling to let go, timid, reclusive.
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
The elements are balanced.
BALANCE OF MODES
The modes are balanced.
LUNAR PHASE: GIBBOUS
Moon 135 to 180 degrees ahead of the Sun.
We are looking to attach value and meaning to our goals. This is a time for analyzing, questioning, perfecting, and improving.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on January 22nd:
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 CANCER
You need nurturing. Under stress you may want to retire to the comfort of your home. You will form a strong bond with your mother. You may have difficulty in breaking away from home later in life.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
OPPOSITION MERCURY Orb 0°09′ Applying
There can be disagreement between logic and feeling, the heart and the head. Relationships can be somewhat strained as responses to one another can be too intellectual/logical or too emotional, swinging between the two. Nervous energy, hypersensitivity.
TRINE MARS Orb 5°14′ Separating
Feelings and desires seem to be in sync, making this a good time to take purposeful action. Healthy competition, resourcefulness, courage.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 1°24′ Applying
There may be sudden, minor changes to plans, schedules. There can be rebelliousness and tension. Aim to be open to possibilities, and avoid making permanent decisions.
OPPOSITION PLUTO Orb 0°18′ Applying
A buried or frustrating issue can now come to a head. Something from the past or something that was previously hidden can surface. There can be intensity in our relationships or emotional turbulence within. Complex feelings and entanglements can be issues. The need to let go of something could emerge. Wait for the tension to subside before taking action.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 2°49′ Applying
There can be new or easy understanding of our feelings and impressions now. We have a greater understanding of, or compassion for, others’ problems. We are more emotionally present and involved.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN AQUARIUS
You are unconventional, friendly, unpredictable and innovative. You like originality and may become rebellious.
3RD DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right fibula
Sabian Symbol: A deserter from the navy.
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.
16TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Condyle of right tibia
Sabian Symbol: Boys and girls in gymnasium suits.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE URANUS Orb 1°14′ Separating
Original ideas but perhaps too radical or disorganized, or perceived as such. There can be mental or nervous tension experienced now. Mistakes can be made due to impatience.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 0°09′ Separating
You have a probing mind. You avoid social chit-chat preferring deep and meaningful conversations. You are able to research topics of interest.
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.
29TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left leg muscles
Sabian Symbol: A fat boy mowing the lawn.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
11TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Penis, Labia majora
Sabian Symbol: A drowning man rescued.
ASPECTS OF MARS
TRINE NEPTUNE Orb 2°05′ Separating
Inspiration might be found now, and our intuition is strong. There can be letting go of anger, or a softening of the disposition. 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.
23RD DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver
Sabian Symbol: A lion-tamer rushes fearlessly into the circus arena.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
OPPOSITION CHIRON Orb 4°35′ 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°04′ 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)
14TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Cutaneous vessles of the thighs
Sabian Symbol: The pyramids and the sphinx.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 3°33′ 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 CHIRON Orb 4°58′ Applying
There can be fears now of not being competent or effective enough to meet our responsibilities, or we could find it hard to strike out on a unique path, again due to fears or insecurities. The desire to break from the status quo is strong, but we may not have the necessary confidence to do so. We may have difficulties empathizing with others and understanding ourselves.
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°05′ 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)
9TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: The race begins: a jockey spurs his horse to great speed.
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.
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).
19TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Extensor muscles of left toes
Sabian Symbol: A master instructing his pupil.
ASPECTS OF CHIRON
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 4°39′ 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.
13TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Ventricles of brain
Sabian Symbol: A bomb which failed to explode is now safely concealed.
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.
30TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Adductor muscle
Sabian Symbol: Directors of a large firm meet in secret conference.
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.
12TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Seminal vesicles
Sabian Symbol: An embassy ball.
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.
28TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibia
Sabian Symbol: A tree felled and sawed.
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.
23RD DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Capsule and ligaments of liver
Sabian Symbol: A lion-tamer rushes fearlessly into the circus arena.
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.
23RD DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A `materializing medium’.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO FIXED STARS ***
Transits 22 Jan 2016 – Event Chart
Aspects to Sun 02°Aq06 -19°41′
Cnj 01°Aq59 ALTAIR To explore, to be bold.
Aspects to Mer 15°Cp38 -19°16′
Cnj 15°Cp31 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Ven 28°Sg35 -22°17′
Cnj 28°Sg58 ACUMEN Enduring attacks which weaken.
Aspects to Plu 15°Cp47 -20°57′
Cnj 15°Cp31 VEGA Charismatic, magical, lucky
Aspects to Jun 11°Sc06 -08°21′
Cnj 12°Sc05 ACRUX Focused on the physical world.
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