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Horoscope for the Week beginning Jan. 19
By Michael O’Connor
This is the dawning of the sign of Aquarius. Under the light of the first New Moon of 2018, which occurred on January 16 at 26 Capricorn, the Sun enters Aquarius on January 19, right on time.
Thus begins the month-long period that can be understood as Aquarius time. Despite the annual fluctuations in the weather, what is significant about each Zodiac sign time period each year is the Sun’s light. There may be microns of difference from one year to the next, but each year on this day, the Sun will appear to rise at the same time in each respective geographical location. This is basically how the Tropical Zodiac works.
Regarding the planetary line-up, the Moon, followed by Venus and now the Sun cut the Capricorn scene leaving Pluto, Saturn, and Mercury to their serious conversations about reality and the global economy, Trump and Korea… After all, discussions of Hollywood scandals and immanent disclosures of legions of alien species both living among us and orbiting the planet, occupying bases on the Moon, Mars and the satellites of Jupiter and Mars is much more interesting, and important…. ‘See the bigger picture!’
On January 31, the first Lunar Eclipse of 2018 occurs at the 11th degree of Leo. Will it make any aspects to planets in your chart? If so, get ready for a boost, or a jolt, as the case may be. A couple of weeks later, on February 15, the day after St. Valentine’s serenade, the first of three Solar Eclipses, erroneously deemed a ‘Blue Moon’ will occur at 27 Aquarius serving to sow the seeds of destiny for us all, especially those with planets or angles at those degrees. The year 2018 may be off to something of a slow start but that is about to change.
Jan. 19 – 25
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
Some deep drums have been sounding in your world. Power moves and possibly ploys have pushed you to exercise your executive. This trend will linger but you are ready for a change of scenery and tempo. Your passions are still strong, however, and you may feel inspired to invest. Friends and fun beckon and you are keen to further explore your individuality.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
The quest for knowledge has likely been keeping you busy of late. You want the facts, answers and the truth. Yet the tide is changing. Making your presence and your interests known publically is an urge hard to control. You are bound and determined to expand your scope of influence. Going big is the theme of your resolve.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
Many changes are brewing in and around you. These could manifest as endings, transformations and possibly even deaths. You are working hard to feel positive and faithful, but you may feel challenged to dig deeper than you have for some time. On the other hand, you are focused to investigate and research to get the answers you seek.
Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)
Everyone is feeling the changing currents, not least of all you. These could actually be manifesting as a flow of abundance and returns for past efforts. Yet, events and trends beyond your control are challenging you to decipher where to best direct you focus and commitments. You may not have to decide now but the process will continue.
Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)
Changes in your lifestyle should be apparent by now. Positively, you feel more disciplined and determined than usual. This week, changes on relationship fronts are likely and will come with some happy returns. These will stimulate new thoughts, exchanges of ideas and philosophies, too. Digging deep meanwhile is important and feels easier than expected.
Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)
A creative cycle continues. The pace may not be as fast as you would like, but it is underway. Now it is time to give more than you have for a while. As you do, new realizations will emerge, spontaneously. So, the rewards of your efforts could prove to be exponential. Your efforts may need to be directed to a variety of fronts.
Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
An extra busy time close to home continues. The emphasis will ease off this week. You will enter into a creative cycle that could produce new intuitions, epiphanies, and inventions. These will also have the effect of shaking things up in your closest relationships. A push for greater financial returns is part of the plot.
Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
You are in an expansive and energetic mood. Your determination to expand your position and increase your leverage on matters is extra strong. To this end, you have been extra focused on business matters and creative cooperatives. A new shift will begin this week and you will feel inspired to beautify your living space.
Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Major financial concerns and considerations have been on your mind of late. Generally, you are in a process of deciphering your priorities. At worst, you have been feeling the weight. Delays and setbacks may feel all too familiar. This trend will continue. However, a break in the clouds is allowing the sun to shine though.
Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Powerful energies activating your pioneering passions have been underway over the past several weeks. These continue yet are now undergoing a shift. Deciphering your best direction remains a central theme. Changes in your priorities is applying pressure for changes to occur in your public and/or professional life.
Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)
A good deal of activity behind the scenes has been keeping you busy. Studies are likely but they are woven with the urge to retreat. You also have been dealing with some health challenges. Sun, Venus, and Mercury entering your sign will activate new interests and pioneering initiatives. These will also inspire you to new modes of self-expression.
Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)
Many thoughts and ideas about the future are dancing in your mind. You feel optimistic, yet you also have work to do. This may be inner work of one kind or another. In fact, this inner work process will likely increase. If you are not consciously aware of the need for it then you may find yourself lost in thought. The time is right to break old codes and patterns.
– Michael O’Connor is a professional astrologer with an international clientele. He has 30 years of study in Astrology, Numerology and related metaphysical and spiritual modalities, over 20 years of full-time practice, is an entertaining and inspirational speaker, and writes a popular New Moon Newsletter and Horoscope Column. To learn more about Booking an Appointment, attending one of Michael’s Workshops or Webinars or one of his inspiring Visual Presentations, please visit his website or contact Michael directly. www.sunstarastrology.com or (250) 352-6871 or [email protected]
