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Horoscope for the Week beginning January 11
By Michael O’Connor
Tip of the Week
The first New Moon of 2013 happens on January 11 at 11:44 a.m. PST at 21 Capricorn 46, in the Tropical Zodiac.
This will produce a sobering effect, which will become more noticeable as the Moon waxes to full. At best, this may be interpreted as a ‘grounding’ influence that will shift the year into high gear. Mercury plays a key role in this New Moon Seed and it too is in Capricorn, which will contribute to the practical, pragmatic, strategic and disciplined tone implied in the overall chart portrait. The lingering influence of Sagittarius up to now has perpetuated visionary ideals, principal based activism, philosophical reflection and perhaps simple desires to be more leisurely. This is one of Sagittarius’s gifts – to step back and see the bigger picture. A good question to ask and to act upon is: Will 2013 prove to be any different than other years? Or will it be strewn with the usual chorus of events, excitements and dramas – the old ‘business as usual’ – ‘same shit different pile’ attitude and approach? To the extent that one lives life reactively, passively apathetically and cynically, this will be the case. Yet, we have free will and are meant to use it cooperatively with life. This is a more accurate interpretation of the word ‘destiny’, a word that is commonly misunderstood and misused.
Make the most of your free will and wisdom to cooperate to create greater fulfillment and success and thereby actualize the full potential of your destiny. This is where astrology can be of valuable assistance.
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
You are in a serious, sober and ambitious mood as the year gets underway. The New Moon has activated your determination to be seen, heard, recognized and rewarded. You feel the desire and perhaps the need to make some very real changes without, to match what you feel is happening within. Clarify to yourself and others what you want and, if necessary, learn ‘how to’
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
A mood to go big continues. You know this will require more discipline and effort. Yet, you feel extra committed. Your sights are set on a brighter future. Many ambitions are brewing within. Regardless how much work you are doing that is apparent, you are likely doing at least as much behind the scenes. Your main interest now is how to work smarter than harder.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
You are undergoing a lot of changes at the outset of this New Year – a veritable metamorphosis. It is important that you engage your imagination positively to work with this change, lest it lapse into conjuring negative hallucinations. Positively, you are looking to the power, authority and leverage that others can provide to support you.
Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)
Your relationships are getting a lot of stimulation now. This may be the source of plenty of excitement and satisfaction. At worst, others are attempting to control you. At best, these associations are guiding you to new positions, tools, methods and/or directions that will prove empowering. Take a proactive, innovative and cooperative approach for best results.
Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23)
The time has come for you to make a whole host of improvements. These will be linked to your daily habit patterns affecting your overall lifestyle. Clean, clear and polish is the basic requirement. As well, take inventory of all your talents and assets and be thorough in your approach. Make the most of all you have already in preparation to add to the list soon.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sept 22)
Taking a creative approach to realize your power potential in the world is a central theme now. Be open to the variety of goods and/or services you can provide and take the same approach in deciphering what outer sources can provide for you. Overall, this is a call to analyze all resources – both outgoing and incoming. Entertain all possibilities.
Libra (Sept 22 – Oct 22)
A good deal of activity close to home and with family is being activated now. This may basically involve an early pitch at cleaning and beautifying your living space. Investing into tools, equipment, appliances and/or decorative supplies is likely. Aim to establish an atmosphere of beauty, function and power as a basis of success for the whole family.
Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)
A wide array of places to go, people to see and errands to run are keeping you busy now and will over the next few weeks. This period also contains a good deal of creative potential. Making key contacts and/or strategic moves now will contribute to creating many new opportunities for the coming months. The sooner you can clearly decipher your direction the better.
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)
The process of building upon new foundations continues. This is a very important and powerful time in this regard. Yet, avoid hasty choices and actions. Rather, take a slow and sure approach. This is a good time to create a healthier attitude as well, leading to increased efficiency and effectiveness. What habit patterns from the past are best left behind?
Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)
The New Moon in your sign will have the effect of launching you into this New Year. You are likely in a determined mood and are ready to take any pioneering initiatives that are necessary to succeed. Managing the results of previous choices and actions is also important. Aim to consolidate and harmonize existing realities in preparation for new assertions.
Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)
An ambitious and determined mood vies with a playful one. Making extra efforts behind the scenes, in an administrative sense, will help you to achieve this balance. So, avoid too much distraction and social activity. If you are focused and diligent and solidify your base, you will feel more at peace to take advantage of those narrower windows to get in some playtime.
Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
The future is beckoning. To answer, you are wise to look to the bigger picture over the long term. This is basically called ‘having a vision’. By tuning-in to your intuitions, dreams and desires, clarifying these and then practically gauging the possibilities, 2013 could prove to be a major leap forward for you. As well, vote for yourself and work on your confidence levels.
*Affirmation*Inspiration*Vision* Strategy*
