Wednesday, December 31, 2014


Happy New Year Friends !


We begin 2015 much more inspired and motivated as last month’s powerful Winter Solstice alignments and the lingering Uranus-Pluto square have propelled us into a new state of readiness. If there is someone or something that’s been irritating you, then the T-square (tough alignment) between the Sun, Pluto and Moon’s Nodes should ignite enough desire to change the situation once and for all.

The cosmic activity kicks off on January 3rd with friendly Venus entering eclectic Aquarius to add more spontaneity into our daily lives. The following day, adaptable Mercury also enters Aquarius and amplifies our mental capacity even more. This dynamic duo will be traveling together in Aquarius for most of the month, suggesting we focus our attention on community and humanity as we progress on and continue to challenge the status quo. On the same day, January 4th, a passionate Full moon in Cancer brings emotions to the surface.

On January 12th macho Mars enters the watery realm of Pisces where we must learn to trust our instincts and intuition. Romantic Venus joins Mars on January 27th, where we find ourselves more open with love and affectionate towards others. A fresh wave of collective consciousness appears on January 20th as the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius. However, on the following day, the first Mercury retrograde of the year occurs in Aquarius as well.  As with all retrogrades, it will be a time to, rethink, revise, and revisit issues from the past.

                               January 2015 Horoscopes


 Aries- The start of 2015 has you pondering your future Aries, as active Mars is now transiting broad-minded Aquarius and your eleventh house of Future Endeavors.  Last month’s Uranus-Pluto set the wheels in motion for greater income and security. However, this month with discipline Saturn now transiting Sagittarius in your ninth house of Higher Expectations, you can find yourself needing to put in the extra effort in order to obtain your long-term goals. On January 3-4 resourceful Venus, followed by mental Mercury, will enter intellectual Aquarius and your eleventh house of Friends, Groups, and Associations.  With this lively dynamic duo leading the way in January, you find that group activities during the first few weeks can be quite stimulating.  It’s the perfect time to find and begin associating with the like-minded individuals who share your ideals. This month’s Full Moon in Cancer, also on January 4th, will highlight your fourth house of Foundation, suggesting that you focus your attention on home related matters or family dynamics. From January 8-15, glorious Venus and clever Mercury will join forces to boost your business interests with greater negotiating powers, while increasing your social pleasantries.  You become more sensitive on January 12th as your ruler, Mars, enters the watery realms of Pisces and your twelfth house of Imagination. During this transit it’s fair to say that whatever is happening in your life, the more sensitive side of your nature will be tapped. This will be a good time to focus on your spiritual needs while retreating and listening to your inner guidance. You’ll find new opportunities to socialize and meet new people when the creative Sun and New Moon enter Aquarius on January 20th.  This solar and lunar power will now focus your attention on new groups and friends that can help you with your creative endeavors.  With authoritative Saturn favorably aligned, you may meet some very influential or important people who take an interest in your projects.  However, make sure not to rush into anything too prematurely as the first Mercury retrograde occurs on January 21st and lasts until February 11th.   

  

Taurus- You begin the New Year feeling a bit restless Taurus, as four planets in traditional Capricorn transit your ninth house of Travel and Adventure.  Normally this time of year your feet are planted firmly on the ground with an emphasis on stability and security, however, this time around you are trying to introduce something new into your life which breaks your routine.  Your concerns are very much on the world outside, your home and your place in the world.  On January 3rd, your ruler, Venus, enters out-of- the- box Aquarius and your tenth house of Career and Public Status. The goddess of love and money will be spending most of January in your solar tenth house focusing your attention on money matters, authority figures, and public outings. On January 4th mental Mercury joins Venus in Aquarius to further enhance communication with others.  On the same day, the Cancer Full Moon highlights your third house of Conversations, bringing family matters, feelings or concerns about your home situation to light. You’ll be able to comfort others the best way you know how--by quieting their nerves and assuring them that all will be well. You may find yourself feeling more charitable on January 12th when fiery Mars enters compassionate Pisces and your eleventh house of Groups and Associations.  This transit will be ideal for heightening your sensitivity to the world; to the under-privileged or to the less fortunate.  Life gently lures you into situations where empathy is the springboard for soft charitable action, such as petitions or sponsorship.  This theme is emphasized even more on January 27th when Venus enters Pisces as well. Your career receives to a tremendous boost on January 20th when the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius and your tenth house of Vocation. This solar and lunar power will now focus your attention on new opportunities to advance your career and to befriend others which can help you further your long-term goals. However, make sure not to rush into anything too prematurely as the first Mercury retrograde occurs on January 21st and lasts until February 11th. 



Gemini-You begin the New Year contemplating your inner desires Gemini, as four planets in Capricorn make their way through your eighth house of Deep Sharing. These transits reward you for knowing what you want and sticking to your commitments, but may make life unpleasant when you are vague about your desires and letting others take control. On January 3rd social Venus will enter unpredictable Aquarius and your ninth house of Higher Exploration.  During this alignment you find yourself reaching out to new friends in unusual places with a strong desire to travel abroad.  The following day, your ruler, Mercury, enters Aquarius as well to further enhance your desire for knowledge, new experiences, and mental curiosity. On January 9-15, Mercury merges with Venus in your solar ninth house, indicating much more social activity in a new environment or location. The Full Moon in home-loving Cancer on January 4th will cast a bright light into your second house of Finances; urging you to think about using your home for a workplace. Your desire to change occupations will be highlighted on January 12th as action-oriented Mars enters Pisces and your tenth house of Vocation.  During this transit you find yourself restless or bored with your current position, or life direction. If that’s not the case, you may find yourself with increased responsibility at your job. Your motivation for change increases even more on January 20th when the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius and your ninth house of Adventure. This solar and lunar power will now focus your attention on new opportunities to travel, explore, learn new things, and increase your fun time. By all means investigate and research every opportunity that comes your way, however, caution is advised on January 21st as your ruler, Mercury, turns retrograde until February 11th. As with all retrogrades, it’s a time to review, rethink, and revise your current plans.  On January 27th supportive Venus enters Pisces and your tenth house of Career. You will find yourself revisiting with former coworkers and friends, while contemplating returning to an old position or occupation.1040



Cancer- The New Year begins with a pack of planets transiting your seventh house of Relationships, Cancer. Something that normally happens around this time of year for you, however, with last month’s Uranus-Pluto Square your mind is more focused on career matters than family and friends. On January 3rd, resourceful Venus enters startling Aquarius and your solar eighth house of Intimate Partners and Joint Finances. If you’re not happy with your love life or your shared financial situation, a total change may be necessary to get things back on track during this alignment. The following day, mental Mercury enters your eighth house as well, helping you to vocalize your concerns with another. On the same day, January 4th, the Full Moon will arrive in your own sign and highlight your first house of Personality and Appearance. With this lunation you’ll feel the need to bring closure to recent changes, so if you’ve been toying with the idea of starting a positive habit or quitting a bad one, it’s time now to commit to a transformation. Your desire to travel and explore increases on January 12th as mighty Mars enters Pisces and your ninth house of Voyage and Adventure. With the warrior planet transiting your ninth house until February 19th, he will be encouraging you to break new ground and allow your spirit of adventure to express itself.  Relationship dynamics may become more complex on January 20th when the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius and your eighth house of Deep Sharing. This solar and lunar power will now focus your attention on joint financial matters, intimate relations, and deeper psychological introspection. This theme of reviewing and analyzing will be amplified on January 21st as the first Mercury retrograde of the year occurs in your eighth house of Psychology and Transformation. You’ll be feeling a bit more playful on January 27th when pleasure-seeking Venus enters fellow water sign, Pisces, and your ninth house of Higher Exploration. This transit may have you feeling a bit nostalgic as you reach out to old friends and acquaintances.  
  

Leo- You begin the New Year focusing on responsibilities Leo, as four planets in practical Capricorn make their way through your sixth house of Work and Daily Routine. Your ruler, the radiant Sun, is one of the four planets transiting your sixth house, sending strong signals to apply some post-holiday discipline to your personal and professional life. On January 3rd, Venus, the planetary purveyor of purse strings, will take off for Aquarius and your solar seventh house of Others; urging you to only spend your money where it will do the most good. The following day, talkative Mercury enters Aquarius as well, adding another layer of business and personal communication to your daily life. The Full Moon in Cancer, also on January 4th, will cast a very bright light into your twelfth house of Secrets. If you have been doing anything that you really do not want the rest of the world to know about, better prepare yourself now. From January 9-15, Mercury and Venus will be traveling together in friendly Aquarius, where you will find yourself much more adaptable and diplomatic in social situations. You’ll be much more inclined towards romance and intimacy on January 12th when fiery Mars enters the watery realms of Pisces and your eighth house of Sexuality. During this transit you may also find yourself dealing with financial matters that involve other people or needing to keep a close eye on your long-term investments. Relationship dynamics may become more complex on January 20th when the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius and your seventh house of Partnerships. This solar and lunar power may set you on a rather rebellious path. It will most likely be your significant other or old dear friend who inspires you to make some major changes. The upside to this cosmic alignment will be that a new contact at this time can help progress your interests, just remember that tact and social finesse are the way forward now, not brute force. On January 21st mental Mercury turns retrograde until February 11th. As with all retrogrades, it’s a time to review, rethink, and revise your current plans. 



Virgo- You begin the New Year in a very creative mode Virgo, as four planets in ambitious Capricorn transit your fifth house of Speculation and Self-Expression. You find yourself wanting to share your ideas and concepts with those around you, while striving to be practical in your thinking. You’ll find yourself making new friends at work when social Venus enters quirky Aquarius and your sixth house of Employment. On January 4th, your ruler, cerebral Mercury, also makes its way into Aquarius and your solar sixth house of Daily Responsibilities. This transit will allow you more freedom to adapt your daily routine to your unique way of doing things. Another area of focus will be your health.  You’ll be willing to entirely change your diet and lifestyle that right into a more positive regiment, while quitting some to bad habits. On the same day, on January 4th, a Cancer Full Moon illuminates your eleventh house of Hopes and Wishes, bringing concern about the future, and wonder what will come for you. On January 12th, Mars enters water sign Pisces and your solar seventh house of Partnerships. During this transit you are more inclined to have more energy when you have someone with you. Other people seem to drive you, and help give you the boost that you need to do things. Romantic Venus joins Mars in Pisces on January 27th, and you enjoy the time you spend with your loved ones, wanting to be as close to them as you can be. If single, you want someone attractive, charming, polite, and sociable. If in a relationship, you’re more romantic and affectionate with your partner. On January 20th, the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius and your sixth house of Work and Well Being. These alignments occur one day before your ruler, Mercury, turns retrograde in Aquarius. The lunation will be good for redoing your work, revisiting an old work project, going back to an old office, returning to a former employer, or working at a job or position you used to work at before. It’s also good to revisit an old doctor, retry an old health regimen, or revise an existing one.



Libra – You begin the New Year by keeping busy around the home Libra, as four planets transit ambitious Capricorn and your solar fourth house of Foundation. The key to getting this year off to a good start is taking care of personal business and attending to family matters at hand. 
On January 3rd, your ruler, Venus, enters fellow air sign Aquarius, and your fifth house of Fun and Hobbies. During this transit you focus your attention on things that you enjoy most in life. You can focus on your hobbies, people, and places you enjoy and taking some time out to play. Talkative Mercury joins the goddess in Aquarius on January 4th, enhancing your social skills even more throughout the month. On the same day, January 4th, the Cancer Full Moon lights up your tenth house of Career and this can be a high point to start the year. If you’ve been making good decisions and doing the right thing and putting in the work towards a goal, you can see it come to fruition now. If you haven’t, you can experience setbacks, delays, and question the direction you’re going in. On January 12th, fiery Mars enters imaginative Pisces, and you’re driven to get lots of work done. During this transit you can take on many small projects and tasks while being productive and efficient. You might take on too much though, so don’t burn yourself out, or stress yourself too much. It’s also a good time to focus on your health, and improving your health regimen, eating habits, and exercise routine. Venus joins Mars in Pisces on January 27th, and you enjoy working, being productive, and getting things done. If single, you can meet someone through your work. On January 20th, the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius illuminating your fifth house of Romance and Creativity. If single, you want to keep things casual and light. If in a relationship, you’re playful and romantic. You may come across as more dramatic, friendly, or proud. Just don’t make any promises that you can’t keep on January 21st, as the first Mercury retrograde of 2015 occurs in Aquarius and your fifth house as well.

  

Scorpio- You begin the New Year with lots on your mind Scorpio, as there’s a willingness to express your thoughts with four planets in diligent Capricorn make their way through your third house of Self-Expression.  The presence of the Sun, Pluto, Mercury, and Venus in your third house enables you to discuss sensitive issues rationally by keeping your emotions in check. On January 3rd, social Venus enters friendly Aquarius and your fourth house of Family Matters, as you enjoy spending time with the people you care about the most, and in the places that are most familiar to you. Mental Mercury will also enter unpredictable Aquarius on January 4th, kicking up family time even more. Mercury and Venus will be traveling together for most of the month, bringing up old feelings, memories, and traditional approaches to daily life. However, since they are both in surprising Aquarius your emotions could completely cloud your judgment, making it difficult for you to make decisions rationally. On the same day, the Full Moon in emotional Cancer lights up your ninth house of Exploration. This lunation could have you longing for something new and exciting, as it will be asking you to take a leap of faith and make some life changing decisions.  On January 12th, red-hot Mars will enter your solar fifth house of Creativity, urging you in no uncertain terms to either make a move towards prominence or step back and disappear into the woodwork. On January 20th, the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius your fourth house of Foundation once again.  The New Moon will do her to best to convince you that a whole new environment would be a step in the right direction.  Moving may definitely be an option, but if you’re not set on staying where you are, you may just consider remodeling your current environment.  You will certainly have the opportunity to review your current circumstances as Mercury’s three-week reversal on January 21st offers more time to sort out feelings and family/home situations.  Fortunately, a favorable Sun-Saturn alignment on January 22-23 could help you solve a practical or financial problem. More good news arrives on January 27th when resourceful Venus enters Pisces and your fifth house of Speculation.


Sagittarius- You begin the New Year with material concerns Sagittarius, as four planets pass through goal-oriented Capricorn and your second house of Income and Values. January begins with the willful Sun, brainy Mercury, resourceful Venus, and obsessive Pluto forcing you to address issues concerning your self-worth and productivity. On January 3rd, social Venus will enter unpredictable Aquarius and your third house of Communication. During this transit the goddess of love and money will be encouraging you to spend time around friends and family for the mental stimulation they provide. Adaptable Mercury kicks things into another stratosphere as he enters Aquarius as well on January 4th. On the same day, the Full Moon in home-oriented Cancer will have your emotions running deep as you will feel more strongly than usual. You might be considering a move-maybe even a long one-but you really shouldn’t make it without talking to everyone who’s involved on a domestic level. It’s tempting during this lunation to let things get the best of you, but try to pay attention to what’s driving your feelings, and do something about it. Ambitious Mars enters the watery world of Pisces on January 12th and your solar fourth house of Home Life. This alignment will have your energy driven by your emotions once again as tempers may flare up at those closes to you. During this transit its best try to channel motivation into something productive such as exercise or through quiet mediation. However, on January 20th, the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius your third house of Self-Expression, urging you to speak your mind without any regrets.  Normally, that’s always been the case for you, but this month, you’ll be willing to cut loose even more than usual.  Prepare everyone around you for an extreme case of bluntness. The following day, mental Mercury turns retrograde increasing the likelihood of misunderstandings and mixed messages.  As with all retrogrades, it’s best to, rethink, revise, and revisit issues before making any major decisions. On January 27th peace-loving Venus enters compassionate Pisces and your fourth house of Feelings.  It’s time to resolve or make amends any issues that are still unsettled within the family dynamics.  This will also be a favorable time to remodel or redecorate your home environment.


Capricorn- This is always your time of year to shine Capricorn, this year the willful Sun, brainy Mercury, resourceful Venus, and obsessive Pluto transit your sign and your solar first house of Identity and Motivation.  If you’re in the mood to break your routine, you’re in luck, as all these transiting planets will encourage you to reinvent yourself. On January 3rd, resourceful Venus enters friendly Aquarius and your second house of Values and Income. During this transit you’ll enjoy indulging and living in your body, experiencing the world through your senses. This allows you to live in the moment and enjoy life more fully, which is a good thing. The following day, mental Mercury enters Aquarius as well, turning your attention to socializing and financial opportunities. On the same day, January 4th, the Full Moon in sensitive Cancer will highlight your seventh house of One-on-One Relationships. This lunation will encourage you to take a good look at your partnerships, trying to figure out which are going well, and which aren’t serving a positive purpose in your life anymore. If someone isn’t contributing positively to your life, you can consider how you can fix the relationship, or think about severing ties. It’s not an easy thing to do, but it is necessary sometimes. On January 12th, Mars enters the imaginative sign of Pisces and your third house of Cerebral Thoughts. During this alignment your mental energy surges. You come up with lots of ideas, and are enthusiastic about all of them, but need to write them down or you’ll forget them quickly. One of these ideas could turn out to be really good, so pay close attention to them. You can come up with lots of short-term plans that help you get smaller projects finished. Venus joins Mars in Pisces on January 27th, and you enjoy using your mind even more.  You’ll have a chance for a whole new financial start on January 20th as the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius and your second house of Personal Money Matters.  If you’ve been thinking about becoming self- employed, this could be a great time to do your homework and see exactly what would be required.




Aquarius- You begin the New Year on an energetic note Aquarius, as dynamic Mars in your sign continues to transit your first house of Physicality. Yet, obtaining results and recognition for your efforts may not come easy at first as four planets make their way through your twelfth house of Anonymity. Good news arrives on January 3rd, as cheerful Venus enters your sign and you enjoy being yourself, spending time around others, and putting yourself out there. The following day mental Mercury enters your sign as well, increasing your desire to express yourself with those around you. Also on January 4th, the Cancer Full Moon highlights your sixth house of Service and Well Being, encouraging you to finish a work project; finalize agreements, or think about leaving your current job or work; though it may not be the best time to make any big decisions now. You’re easily stressed, especially if you take on too much, so try not to push yourself too hard, it would be wise to take time to relax during this lunation. On January 12th, ambitious Mars enters intuitive Pisces and your second house of Income and Resources. During this transit you find yourself driven to make more money and you want to spend on nice things. You can take on a second job or side gig for extra money. On January 27th, Venus joins Mars in Pisces, and you try to be patient, to relax, and indulge. If single, you attract someone to you through your sensuality. If in a relationship, you’re more passionate with your partner.  You begin to reinvent yourself on January 20th as the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius and your first house of Persona. This will be a major new beginning for you in many ways. A whole new method of self-expression will be along shortly.  A new wardrobe could be in order, but be sure to make adjustments to the inner you as well. On January 21st, Mercury retrogrades in your sign, so this will be a lesson in patience over the next three weeks. You will need to be extremely flexible, go with the flow, adjust to what comes, and don’t make any concrete plans that can’t be changed at the last minute.

 

Pisces- The New Year begin with you cultivating your friendships, colleagues and relationships Pisces, as four planets make their way through orderly Capricorn and your eleventh house of Groups and Organizations.  The patterns you set up with allies this month set the stage for more productive teamwork in the months ahead.  However, you may long for solitude on January 3rd when romantic Venus enters Aquarius and your twelfth house of Privacy. This theme of seclusion will increase on January 4th when cerebral Mercury also makes its way into Aquarius and your twelfth house.  The transit of this dynamic duo will inspire you to your best thinking on your own, coming up with ideas that you work for you, and being inspired by an active imagination.  Fortunately on the same day, January 4th, the Cancer Full Moon will highlight your fifth house of Love, Playmates and Children, inspiring you with greater laughter and wonderful warm feelings.  Your motivation increases on January 12th as action-oriented Mars enters your sign and your first house of Personality. You’re driven to pursue new things in your life now, and want to embrace new opportunities. You’re enthusiastic about whatever you do, and you feel driven. Venus joins Mars in your sign on January 27th, and you’re more open with your love and affectionate with others. If single, you can meet someone new with your charm and grace. If in a relationship, you’re romantic and loving with your partner.  You long for more spiritual meaning on January 20th as the brilliant Sun and the New Moon both enter Aquarius and your twelfth house of Mysticism. This solar and lunar power will now focus your attention on inner reflection, meditation, and spiritual experiences that needn’t be translated into words.  If you feel like you're being overlooked, don't mourn the lack of attention; revel in the piece that lets your imagination run free.
 
Astrologer Joseph P. Anthony
www.planetswithin.com

http://josephpanthony.com/2015January.html