Mercury and Pluto come together today. These bodies were close to one another when Mercury turned retrograde on December 19th but didn’t officially meet, and their alignment today can symbolize the completion of the unfinished business of something that didn’t get off the ground or complete in mid-December. We may be feeling considerably more on the ball, organized, and efficient now.
- The Moon is in Aquarius until 11:10 AM.
- The Moon is void from 12:52 AM EST to 11:10 AM.
- The Moon is in Pisces from 11:10 AM forward (until Tuesday, January 31st, at 4:46 PM).
- The Moon is waxing and in its New phase.
- A New Moon occurred on the 27th and the First Quarter Moon will occur on February 3rd.
- Mars spends its first full day in Aries (Mars transits Aries January 28-March 9).
Times are EST.
Horoscopes
Aries
Acute insight into a career matter or forward movement on a major project can happen today, dear Aries, as Mercury and Pluto come together at the top of your solar chart. Fears and worries can be debilitating in general, but sometimes they push us to tighten up our lives in useful ways. Mercury-Pluto today has this potential. If you’re worried about your reputation or career path, this is a good time to work hard at making fixes. It’s also a fine time for paring down so that you can perform better. You are communicating with intensity now, and what you say today may stick with you for longer than you imagine, so make it something good!
Taurus
Plans that were on the drawing board in December but never quite came together may do so now, dear Taurus. A final answer may arrive. This is a good time for new insight into your beliefs and travel or educational plans. You are particularly focused but may be a little obsessed, perhaps finding out the truth about a matter. If this is something that serves you well, then take advantage of the day’s energies that help you focus and concentrate. Otherwise, consider managing your time so that you handle priorities. As well, watch for a tendency for an exchange of ideas to turn into a frustrating power game.
Gemini
Your thoughts run deep today, dear Gemini. Not only do you have Mercury transiting your sector of hidden and intimate matters for a longer period than usual, but Mercury also aligns with intense Pluto today, revealing new layers to a situation. This is an excellent day for research and investigation, although you might end up taking this too far if you’re not careful. Nurture your desire to get to the bottom of a matter only up to the point that it serves you well. Conversations and thoughts need not go to negative places to find answers. What’s most important now is that you learn more about yourself and your desires and feelings so that you can make better decisions going forward.
Cancer
Mercury and Pluto meet up in your partnership sector today, dear Cancer, and this can point to stimulating and possibly intense interactions with a significant person in your life. Alternatively, this can be about your thoughts on a matter as you reach an epiphany and greater understanding of a relationship or your relationship needs. Whether or not this is an uncomfortable process, the opportunity emerges for learning and growing. If others seem a little too pushy and if they’re pushing you out of your comfort zone, know when this may be going too far and redefine your boundaries. Otherwise, this can be a time for gaining a new understanding of someone’s point of view, and it can be educational.
Leo
A project or plan conceived or put into motion in December may now get a boost or restart, dear Leo. This is an excellent time for gaining new insight into a work or health matter. Facing a truth, even an uncomfortable one, can motivate you to improve, firm up, and get a handle on important areas of your life, leaving you less vulnerable to worry or problems down the road. You may come to the point of resolution or reach a turning point. This is a good time to research or investigate a matter. Looking for hidden meanings can be useful, but this shouldn’t be taken too far. As well, your ambition can lead you to push yourself too hard right now, and this can affect your health. Remember to take care of yourself and recognize when to let go.
Virgo
You are in an investigative frame of mind today, dear Virgo. Looking to find out the truth about a matter can work in your favor if you do so with moderation. However, while you may push your natural boundaries when it comes to thinking, connecting, and creating today, if this becomes very uncomfortable or distracts you from your priorities, then you may want to take back control and get back on track. A creative project, child, or romantic relationship can be a subject of focus now. Plans considered in December may finally move forward, or a matter reaches resolution now. An important conversation, discovery, or big reveal can occur now. This is a good day for sharp thinking and organizational ability, and it’s important to direct these energies into something worthwhile.
Libra
New insight can be gained today, dear Libra, that helps you resolve a problem and move on. However, there is a small risk that you’ll become overly focused on one idea that you miss the important point, so watch for taking a line of thought or conversation too far. Insights likely have to do with your past, family, or personal life. There can be deep conversations and strong opinions now. If someone is pushing your buttons, before reacting, consider that you may need a little extra push to deal with a matter. However, channeling extra energy into making plans or organizing the home, and possibly family activities, can be very useful and rewarding now. You might thoroughly enjoy making long-term plans and devising strategies for reaching your goals.
Scorpio
This is a powerful day for influencing others through your ideas and communications, dear Scorpio. Your ruler, Pluto, aligns with the planet of communication, Mercury, in your sector of communications! This can be a pivotal time for moving plans forward or for news and announcements that redirect you along a new path. There can be breakthrough insights now. Conversations tend to be heavier and more penetrating than usual. If you’re revisiting an old problem, you feel far better equipped to handle it. You are better organized and privy to new information this time around. Your mind is investigative, and you may thoroughly enjoy solving a mystery.
Sagittarius
You are moving into a few lower-key days, dear Sagittarius, and this is something that’s well overdue. However, there can be a real drive to understand something today that keeps you alert and eager until the evening. Conversations can be insightful and perhaps a little weighty. You may be suspicious of something or worried about money or business matters. Use this energy to firm up your spending and accounting rather than worrying without taking action. There can be final word or resolution to a financial issue now. For some of you, you can have an epiphany or realization concerning what you truly think about the value of a thing, person, or situation, and this helps you make good decisions.
Capricorn
With Mercury and Pluto coming together in your sign today, dear Capricorn, you’re likely to gain interesting new insight into your personality, personal plans, or health. You’re not afraid to take the bad with the good, and this helps you to see much more than usual, making decisions easier. You’re motivated to get organized, and you’re particularly able to focus now. You may be coming on a little strong now without even realizing it. Seriousness may be hanging in your aura, making you seem contemplative or intimidating others with a feeling that you know all. Something you considered or started in mid-December can now move forward.
Aquarius
A lot is going on in your private life or inner world today, dear Aquarius, with Mercury and Pluto coming together in your solar twelfth house and giving you new insight into a previously buried or complicated matter. Some of you could come to a new understanding of a significant event from the past which changes your mental direction going forward. While you should watch for becoming overly focused on something to the point of distraction from priorities, it should be a good time for getting to the bottom of a situation. Aim to resolve matters or get closure on something now. Recognize when contemplation turns into over-thinking, as the former helps you out and the latter only serves to frustrate.
Pisces
You may get the final word on a matter that you’ve been waiting on for some time, dear Pisces. Alternatively, this can be a time for gaining new insight into an issue related to a friend or a project that hasn’t yet gotten off the ground. Aim to push only enough to get the information you need, and watch for going too far on this level. Mercury and Pluto align today, and while this can help you to see to the very heart of an issue, it can be all too easy to push this to the point of discomfort. Look for ways to improve, grow, and learn so that you can move forward. Conversations you have with your networks or with a friend or partner can be particularly revealing and may even lead to a whole new approach or focus.
*Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign and know your birth time, you can look it up here.
If Your Birthday is January 29th, If Today is Your Birthday full horoscope here.
Astrology of Today – 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:
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 11:10 am
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: 29 Jan 2017 0:52 am
Event: Moon goes void of course
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 0:35 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Juno
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 0:52 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Sat
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Saturn
An auspicious time for any project demanding endurance or tolerance. Also good for establishing new habits and rituals.
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 2:21 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Qnx Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Quincunx Transiting Vesta
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 8:02 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Ceres
We can be feeling pleasantly attached to, or supported by, our loved ones or family. We are seeking out security, nurturing, and warmth, and we are more likely to express these things towards others.
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 8:28 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sxt Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Sextile Transiting Juno
We can gain strength through others or through our relationships, and we are especially comfortable in one-on-one situations.
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 11:10 am
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: 29 Jan 2017 4:27 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: 29 Jan 2017 4:35 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Mer
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Mercury
What feels right clashes with logic today. What people are saying may be a misrepresentation of their true feelings/emotions. It’s better to think before we speak, or misunderstandings can follow.
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 5:20 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting North Node
We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now. This can be a turning point for out with the old and in with the new.
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 5:20 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nod
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting North Node
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 10:00 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: 29 Jan 2017 3:21 pm
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: 29 Jan 2017 3:28 am
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Cpl Chi
Description: Transiting Venus ContraParallel Transiting Chiron
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 7:02 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Ven Cpl Mar
Description: Transiting Venus ContraParallel Transiting Mars
Date & Time: 29 Jan 2017 1:20 am
Event: Tr-Tr Pal Cpl Cer
Description: Transiting Pallas ContraParallel Transiting Ceres
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
ARIES STRONG
Initiating, pioneering energy. Independent, bold, courageous, assertive, fiery, inspirational, direct, decisive. Can be egotistical, impulsive, impatient, aggressive, lacking subtlety.
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.
PISCES STRONG
Compassionate, sensitive, self-sacrificing, gentle, intuitive. Can be escapist, impractical, hyper- sensitive, gullible.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
The elements are balanced.
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 29th:
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 lifetime).
THE MOON
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. We may have difficulties defining emotional boundaries. We might deal with stress through avoidant or escapist behavior. Focusing on creativity, philanthropy, spirituality, and artistry can be beneficial. Build your intuition, slow down and rest.
1ST DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Right calcaneum
Sabian Symbol: A public market.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
OPPOSITION THE NORTH NODE Orb 2°56′ Applying
We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now.
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 2°56′ Applying
We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN AQUARIUS
You are unconventional, friendly, unpredictable and innovative. You like originality and may become rebellious.
10TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Skin of left lower leg
Sabian Symbol: A popularity that proves ephemeral.
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.
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new british destroyer.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 5°19′ Applying
You have many so many ideas and plans that you are not sure which ones to follow. You make promises you can’t keep, although your intentions are good.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 3°14′ Applying
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°10′ Applying
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 PISCES
You yearn to merge and be at-one with your partner. In fact you want to be at-one with the universe. You also enjoy sharing inspirational activities with your partner, ranging from listening to beautiful music to visiting an art gallery.
26TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar nerves
Sabian Symbol: A new moon that divides its influences.
ASPECTS OF VENUS
CONJUNCTION MARS Orb 5°11′ Applying
This is a passionate, lively, expressive influence. Social relations are impassioned, and perhaps demanding or combative. We may also feel compelled to do something creative or artistic. We have a chance to express our needs, passions, and desires now in effective ways. Venus can act to soften Mars’ aggressiveness, or Mars can make Venus’ romantic impulses more forceful and pressing. Some level of competition is present in our interactions. Impulsive purchases are possible.
SQUARE SATURN Orb 1°31′ Separating
Lack of spontaneity when it comes to expressions of affection and the pursuit of pleasure, likely due to insecurities or fear. We may be reserved, withdrawn, cautious, and tight with money and/or feelings. Feelings of being alone and not getting what we want/need can be experienced now.
CONJUNCTION CHIRON Orb 3°42′ Separating
You have a childlike innocence in your personal relationships, which makes you vulnerable to emotional pain. You fear commitment and rejection. You may experience pain in early relationships, but this pain is usually healed giving you insight and wisdom in later personal relationships. You see the beauty in people who have been cast aside by others, and develop the ability to be a teacher or healer in intimate relationships.
MARS
MARS IN ARIES
You have a strong drive to initiate activities. You are spontaneous and like to take risks, You may also be rash and accident prone. You can be aggressive if thwarted.
2ND DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Midbrain
Sabian Symbol: A comedian entertaining the group.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN LIBRA
You have a strong concern for justice. You are a diplomatic teacher, and express your spiritual values in your relationships.
24TH DEGREE OF LIBRA
Part of Body: Blood vessels of renal cortex
Sabian Symbol: A third wing on the left side of a butterfly.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SEXTILE SATURN Orb 1°20′ Separating
You have a chance to be very successful as you are neither profligate nor mean, but have a balance.
OPPOSITION URANUS Orb 2°04′ Applying
You are keen to change things in this world as you see no reason to continue with the old traditions. You speak out against injustice, but may lack the patience and persistence to see through the changes.
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 5°08′ Applying
You will need to learn to have confidence in yourself even when life deals you a few blows. You range from over confident to completely lacking in confidence. The truth lies somewhere in between.
QUINCUNX CHIRON Orb 0°50′ Applying
Circumstances are such that we need to make adjustments to our plans and goals. We may need to tame expectations of ourselves and of others if they are unreasonable.
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)
25TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Condyles of right femur
Sabian Symbol: A chubby boy on a hobbyhorse.
ASPECTS OF SATURN
TRINE URANUS Orb 3°24′ Separating
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 2°11′ Separating
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).
21ST DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Eye muscles
Sabian Symbol: A pugilist entering the ring.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 3°03′ 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)
11TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of foot
Sabian Symbol: Men seeking illumination.
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).
18TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Ligaments of right knee
Sabian Symbol: The union jack flies from a new British destroyer.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
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).
23RD DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Achilles tendon of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A ‘materializing medium’.
VESTA
VESTA IN CANCER
You are committed to your family and loved ones, especially when they need you. However, you may withdraw like a crab into your shell if you feel hurt by those closest to you. You enjoy working with those close to you.
26TH DEGREE OF CANCER
Part of Body: Mammary glands
Sabian Symbol: Guests are reading in the library of a luxurious home.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN PISCES
You have a meditative mind, the ability to merge in your mind with the universe. You desire to heal the world through words, and may be involved in some form of artistic expression.
10TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Left metatarsals
Sabian Symbol: An aviator in the clouds.
JUNO
JUNO IN SAGITTARIUS
You would like a partner with a common belief system or vision. You want to be free explore the world, literally and philosophically, with your partner.
29TH DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Left leg muscles
Sabian Symbol: A fat boy mowing the lawn.
CERES
CERES IN ARIES
You feel cared for when people are allowing you to be independent. You also believe that the best way of caring for others is to let them be themselves. You will suffer if you feel dominated or caged in.
29TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Auditory canal
Sabian Symbol: A celestial choir singing.
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.
4TH DEGREE OF VIRGO
Part of Body: Ascending colon
Sabian Symbol:
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.
4TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Nerves of left foot
Sabian Symbol: Heavy traffic on a narrow isthmus linking two seaside resorts.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits Jan 29 2017 – Event Chart
Aspects to Mer 17°Cp43 -22°27′
Cnj 16°Cp52 RUKBAT Steadiness and strength.
Aspects to Ves 25°Cn04 +24°26′
Cnj 26°Cn01 PROCYON Short lived opportunities
Aspects to Jun 28°Sg33 -12°38′
Cnj 28°Sg59 ACUMEN Enduring attacks which weaken.
Aspects to SNo 03°Pi24 -10°15′
Cnj 04°Pi05 FOMALHAUT *** Success through noble ideals
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