Astrology January 2024

Aries
A slower start to the new year and enjoy it, because mid month things start getting hot. This heat is directed toward work, where we have no less than three planets, Mercury/communication, Venus/ value worth and Mars/fiery action (and your ruling planet, Aries!), plus the Sun and the New Moon (exact time below), all pertaining to your career, public Image and reputation this month. If you harness all this energy on said new moon and direct it toward your goals for the year? There’ll be absolutely no stopping you!! I like the idea of business before pleasure, get the hard work done first, set your compass and as the year progresses, you’re more and more on autopilot and opening up space to benefit from your efforts and gain the rewards. Nice, Aries. Real nice!

Taurus
The year starts out in a kind of meandering way, a little cruisy and not all that focused. Mid month is when we really start to rock and roll and for Taureans in particular? It’s all positive! Three Planets plus the Sun and the New Moon (exact times below), are all directing their force this month, into the area of your life which speaks to your higher mind. Beliefs, ethics, morality, religion, spirituality, intellect, philosophy, guiding principles… you get the idea! Anything that comes up is for you to drill into and further define yourself. Its higher purpose, other worldly perhaps… very Big Picture! The full moon later in January brings your home and family life into focus, offering up a few realisations and resolutions here too. Your hard won inner gurus’ wisdom is coming out this year! You’re learning to talk your walk.

Gemini
Exchanging energy with others is your theme for the start of the year. Shared resources and your obligation to others (and theirs toward you!). Your ties to others, mutual dependency and soul contracts are due some focus and a revamp in January. Likely there’s been a niggle that’s been on hold for a while, but now it seems to bubble up, needing recognition and attention. The New Moon (exact time below), is when you’re supported in tackling this and having “that” conversation. A fresh approach is demanded, a recalibration and rebalancing is called for. This can be SO liberating all round, as long as you go the extra mile by being the bigger person and striving to avoid power struggles. Your Air/mental capacity says “Ya got this!” A catharsis and a clean slate for a new year.

Cancer
Good job you guys are all about relationships because three planets (Mercury, Venus and Mars), plus the Sun and the New Moon (exact time below), are all contributing their spark toward improving such things in January. There’s an unusual intensity in both personal and professional partnerships and you’ll be able to harness and direct the energy as you see fit. Of course the aim is to repair or build and you’ll have almost laser-like power. Focus in and you can achieve much! The New Moon is all about fresh starts and new beginnings, Cancer. So where things have been a little wobbly and it’s been best to leave them be? You suddenly come up with a workaround that benefits everyone. You can also effortlessly open some new doors! Who would you like to connect with? Reach out and things go from strength to strength this year.

Leo
Time to start working on and building that new routine, Leo. Much may still be up in the air and questions do need to be answered, but all in good time. Meanwhile, you’d benefit from leaning into the future and getting your party started other side of whatever you’re waiting for. Get going with this around New Moon time (exact timing below), for best results and some traction. Make sure you’re taking your health and well-being into account as well… setting up fresh strategies and new routines now will benefit you all year. It’s a marathon not a sprint! The Full Moon on the 26th is in your Sign!! Revelations, realisations, wrap-ups and conclusions abound. The lights come up and you get clear on your direction. Full steam ahead. Be mindful of each step as you go and you can’t go wrong!

Virgo
A public service announcement to all Virgoans: Your year is set to get off to a great start! The areas of your life in focus are: your creativity, fertility, sensuality, play, happiness, romantic fulfillment, freedom and joy. Why? Because no less than three Planets, Venus Mars and Mercury (your Ruling planet!), plus the Sun and the New Moon on the 11th (exact time below), are ALL supporting and beaming energy toward these things in January. If you’re not really into astrology, I can assure you that this is a HUGE influence, Virgo! Your first and most important action is to consciously counter that naysaying voice in your head. That doubtful, negative, Grinch can. just. go. NOW. You can do it! You can have it! You’re fine to want it!! January is your time to conquer anything, even if it’s only yourself.

Libra
Home is where the heart is, the action is, the conversation and planning are, the light shines AND the fresh starts are at. Why? Because you have Venus, Mars, Mercury, the Sun and the New Moon (exact time below), all empowering you in this Realm, this month! Buying, selling, moving, renovating, redecorating… whatever state or stage your at now becomes your focus and shifts happen. Who you live with and how you live is part of this too. It’s all good, if not a little too fast-paced for you. Harness the above planetary action and direct it in the way you want it to go. You’ll land in the right place with things set to improve ongoing, all year. How do you want to rearrange “stuff”, Libra? Organise and take aim.

Scorpio
My goodness, but you’re up in your head in January! All well and good if you pace yourself, take breaks and direct this huge amount of energy toward something constructive and productive, Scorpio. Otherwise you’ll drive yourself around the bend! Reading, writing, researching, learning a new skill, honing a talent, starting a fresh project, creative transmission, technology, media, getting out about in the neighborhood for a walk. Tackle one or a few of the above and I can’t tell you just how much you’ll get done and progress you’ll make. Actually, if you plan a little ahead and start on the New Moon, on the 11th (exact time below), this will carry you all year. It’s all about your thought process and how you communicate your emotions, concepts, ideas… how you express yourself. If you can connect this up to how you make a living? So much the better, there’s money to be made!

Sagittarius
You’re starting the year dressed in a suit, Sadge, with your mind on your money and your money on your mind. In fact, the influence gains momentum as January progresses… you’ll become best friends with your dry cleaner if you’re on track! Re-configuring of values, finance, resources, purchasing, buying, saving, opportunities for new income streams and revenue are lit like never before. You’re not necessarily all about such matters, it’s true. However if you focus in, particularly around the New Moon mid month (exact time below), inspiration strikes, motivation abounds and fresh new ideas and concepts appear. Get the business end of everything up and happening now and the rest of the year takes shape & form with less effort. Put your back into it Guys, it’s worth it!

Capricorn
I’ve been wondering what I could say to convince you that things ARE changing for the better. But I’m up against that hard won, super stoical force field of yours! It’s doubtful any mere mortal could penetrate that. I’ll hit you up with some facts though and make of them what you will, Cap. The Sun (your life force), Mercury (your mind), Venus (your love and money) and the New Moon on the 11th (emotional reset), are all together offering up their unique and inherent powers in your Sign, in January. They’re at your disposal and their energies are there for you to tap into and direct as you wish. Pluto, the Planet of death, rebirth and regeneration, has been holding sway over you for the past *20 YEARS* Now that comes to an end. The seemingly invisible grip of striving but achieving little loosens and wanes. No, life wasn’t meant to be easy, but it certainly gets a hell of a lot better from now on.

Aquarius
You know how you say you often feel disconnected or separate from others? January may prove one of those times. But you’re used to managing such periods and in fact, this one benefits you *enormously* if you take yourself off and focus in on: Experimentation! You’ll gain Insight into your unconscious patterns and subconscious thinking, with a few of your blind spots becoming entirely obvious… and you’ll be grateful for it. Why? Because you’ve got the chance to see your shadow, bring it into the light and free yourself up from a long-standing burden, weight or serious block. The Planetary power behind all this is HUGE, Aquarius. Your detachment and observational skills serve you SO well now! Feel the feels and then apply logic. It’s your usual formula with an unusual outcome. Clarity, relief and liberation are yours.

Pisces
Places to go, people to see, Pisces! Your social circle catches fire and you’re here there and everywhere because suddenly everyone seemingly remembers you at the same time. You’re redefining your social obligations, friendships, group and collective activities, including relationships with your colleagues and immediate community. It’s all about a rebuild based on what you’ve learned, probably through a few hard knocks or losses. These were due your new found ability to put yourself first and draw boundaries accordingly. The Full Moon toward the end of the month (exact time below), brings a new spiritual practice or belief which is inspirational, exciting and motivating. This is your jam, Pisces! Make space for yourself and delve in. Whatever draws you will grow and support you throughout the rest of the year.

For those of you who track the path of the Moon, I’ve included the Date, Time, Sign & Degree of both Full & New Moons:

NEW MOON: Thursday, January 11th, at 22:57, @20 Degrees of Capricorn.  

FULL MOON: Friday, January 26th, at 04:53, @5 Degrees of Leo.

*Moon info is based on local time (Melbourne, Victoria, Australia).

Typically, we read Astro Information based on our Sun Sign, however you can gain much better insight if you read for both your Sun, Rising (or Ascendant) & Moon Signs. You can ascertain these by going to a free Chart calculator (there are many on line now!) & entering your own personal information. Usually, we’re asked for our time of birth & it can prove a sticking point if we don’t know it! If you don’t know your exact time of birth, enter Noon (12:00pm) where asked, & this will serve as a “happy medium”. Take the time to do this (you’ll only have to do it once, not every month) & note the Sign of your 1st House & your Moon Sign. They’re often different from your Sun Sign, but knowing this “trifecta” offers information that’s deeper & more relevant to who you really are. This way, Astrology will start to make a lot more sense to you, personally.

Astrology by Tiana, for Scared Source.

Image: Unstoppable, lyrics by Sia.