Read for your rising sign.

A potent but fleeting transit happens this month when Venus conjoins Saturn for a few days in the middle of January. Saturn brings gravitas and a need for depth and seriousness to whatever it touches. Venus brings love, beauty, harmony, and pleasure. This is the perfect transit to complement Mars current retrograde in cancer and a necessary moment for us to all ask, “what would love do now?”

Aries

We all have a blind spot. It is where the optic nerve connects to the retina. Without this blind spot we actually couldn’t see at all. The same could be said for our metaphorical blind spots in life. So this time, rather than trying to uncover the places where you are in the dark, just love them for the peaceful ignorance they provide you.

Taurus

Look towards the south-west after sunset and you will see the jewel of the evening sky, Venus. Glistening with beauty, she has been a mirror through all the ages of what is possible when we give love a chance. There may be no more powerful place for that Venusian light to shine right now than on the hopes and dreams of your own heart.

Gemini

The 10th House in ancient astrology is the place of career but also of one’s public reputation. When Saturn and Venus conjoin in your 10th house it is a good time to ask yourself if you really love what your doing; whether that is your career or just your local volunteer gig. Mark Twain once said, “Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.”

Cancer

It has been said that God’s answer to everything in the universe is ‘Yes’! Love, yes, hate, yes. Pretend this is true for a day and see where you end up wanting to focus your higher mind.

Leo

“When you say ‘yes’ to others, make sure you are not saying ‘no’ to yourself,” said Paulo Coelho. This timeless piece of wisdom couldn’t be more pertinent right now as the planet that loves to say ‘no’, Saturn, conjoins the planet that loves to say ‘yes’, Venus, in your 8th house of karmic contracts with others.

Virgo

In ancient Egypt, Nut was the goddess of the starry vault. Swallowing the Sun every night and birthing it back to life every morning. Even the Sun needs a break at the end of a long day. Necessity for retreat is the daily ritual we all must embrace, and the best way to enjoy that hard-earned rest is to love where you go at the end of the day when the Sun sets.

Libra

Love stories are rarely ones of great balance. They are turbulent and often tragic. But love, the kind that lasts, often requires a great deal of balance and grounded realism. One might even say that love can sometimes feel like hard work, but it is worth it!

Scorpio

Many artists have a kind of chaotic love affair with their creativity. If they don’t talk sweet to it and bring it flowers, it won’t show up when they need it most. But pamper it too much and they will never get to the really good stuff. Only you will know where that fine line is.

Sagittarius

It is very important to treat people with love, respect, and kindness. Don’t forget this includes your own family. It’s so easy to neglect the people who support you and hold you up on a daily basis. Let this be your reminder not to forget about the ones who love you.

Capricorn

A simple trip to the store or post office can sometimes feel like you are in the jungle with a machete surrounded by dangers of all kinds. But rather than shut down or panic, stop and remind yourself where you really are. Then ask yourself, “what would love do now?” You might be surprised at the answer you get.

Aquarius

A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. Or more simply, a sure thing is preferable to the chance of something more. Or my translation, always invest in yourself first.

Pisces

The phrase “character is fate” is attributed to Heraclitus, an ancient Greek philosopher. It reflects the idea that one’s destiny is shaped by their character and virtues. So what better virtue to develop than love and who better to focus it on than your own self. Love thy self!

January 2025