January 2025
RUNE OF THE MONTH: Gifu “Gift”. This new year starts by
stressing the importance of positive interactions, fair and equal
relationships. No one exists in a vacuum. Sharing our life with
another is a gift, and acknowledging and appreciating how our
significant other enriches our life lays the foundations for
happiness. We are reminded to balance giving and receiving.
Mutually nurturing each other brings both comfort and joy.
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Thursday 1/2, Venus enters Pisces till February 3. During the
coming month, we are more sensitive, impressionable, and romantic
than usual. Our compassion, imagination, and a tendency to
fantasize are enhanced. An element of enchantment but also
secrecy could enter our relationships. In our great need for
affection, we may fall in love with love or sacrifice much of
ourselves to remain in a relationship. Neither case scenario is of
course recommended. Drugs, alcohol, or simply daydreaming could
be attractive but should be absolutely avoided. Artists and mystics
are favored.
Monday 1/6, Mars enters Cancer till April 17. During the next
3 months, easily hurt, we could retreat in a self-protective mode or
utter harsh words we may later regret. Despite being more
introverted, it is important that we express our feelings as
positively as possibly, lest they spiral into physical issues. Having a
secure domestic life is important. Family troubles or a lack of
harmony at home tend to affect our energy. It is important that
we strike a balance between a concern for our loved ones and our
need for personal safety. This period is good for house repairs,
buying or selling real estate.
Wednesday 1/29, Lunar New Year of the Snake till February
16,. 2026. This is not a serene year. In 2025 we are being asked
to assert our convictions and act with power. Scandals are likely to
erupt. The problems that began last year may accumulate. The
abuses and corruptions of 2024 lead to disastrous outcomes. Even
though the will to resolve conflicts is present, a lot of mistrust
could hamper negotiations. And if mutually constructive solutions
cannot be reached, war is likely to erupt. On a more positive note,
the year of the Snake is great for romance, art, and fashion, as
well as for scientific and technological advances.
Uranus turns direct on January 30th. Its shadow period lasts
until May 17, 2025. The degree it becomes direct on (23º16’
Taurus) is associated with the following image: “An Indian warrior
riding fiercely, human scalps hanging from his belt”. Our uniqueness
and individuality can now express themselves fully again. We are
ready to replace what is outmoded with new, dynamic structures
that are more adapted to what we seek to develop in our lives. The
time to release the past has come, allowing us to leap forward and
create the future we want.
Mars remains retrograde this whole month (1º56’ Leo-20º46’
Cancer) until February 23. Its shadow period remains until May
2nd. Issues around leadership could arise. We may be more
emotional and sensitive and feel a deeper need for security than
usual. In our family and romantic relationships, anger that had been
brewing beneath the surface for some time, could erupt rather
dramatically. Progress could be stalled. Frustrations run high. Old
grudges, conflicts, or simply brooding might rear their ugly heads.
We are required to take a step back and question our past actions.
During this period, yoga, Tai Chi, or Qi Gong, are all very good ways
of quieting our mind and finding inner peace.
Jupiter remains retrograde this whole month until February 4.
Its shadow period will remain until May 1 st , 2025. The degrees
traveled in January (13º13’- 11º19’ Gemini) are symbolized by:
“Bridging physical space and social distinctions, two men
communicate telepathically”, “A famous pianist giving a concert
performance”, and “A Negro girl fights for her independence in the
city”. This is a very good period to revisit university-level studies
or complete an advanced training we had abandoned. We need to
reassess our moral, philosophical, and religious values. Our social
life, curiosity, and adventurousness are being enhanced, helping us
get unstuck in areas that may have been stalled. Surprising news
could be revealed.
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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect
with any planet before entering the following sign-):
From Tuesday 12/31/2024 at 10:02 PM till Wednesday
1/1/2025 at 2:50 AM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.
From Thursday 1/2 at 8:13 PM till Friday 1/3 at 7:21 AM:
when the Moon enters Pisces.
On Sunday 1/5 between 6:30 AM and 11:01 AM: when the
Moon enters Aries.
On Tuesday 1/7 between 1:16 PM and 2:11 PM: when the Moon
enters Taurus.
On Thursday 1/9 between 2:50 PM and 5:07 PM: when the
Moon enters Gemini.
On Saturday 1/11 between 4:03 PM and 8:24 PM: when the
Moon enters Cancer.
From Monday 1/13 at 8:46 PM till Tuesday 1/14 at 1:12 AM:
when the Moon enters Leo.
From Wednesday 1/15 at 8:10 PM till Thursday 1/16 at 8:46
AM: when the Moon enters Virgo.
On Saturday 1/18 between 6:01 PM and 7:33 PM: when the
Moon enters Libra.
From Monday 1/20 at 8:34 PM till Tuesday 1/21 at 8:20 AM:
when the Moon enters Scorpio.
On Thursday 1/23 between 4:03 PM and 8:29 PM: when the
Moon enters Sagittarius.
On Sunday 1/26 between 1:40 AM and 5:43 AM: when the
Moon enters Capricorn.
On Tuesday 1/28 between 7:48 AM and 11:31 AM: when the
Moon enters Aquarius.
Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling
anything of importance during these times as they would amount
to… NO thing!
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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon
Moon in Aquarius between Wednesday 1/1 at 2:50 AM and Friday
1/3 at 7:20 AM + between Tuesday 1/28 at 11:31 AM and Thursday
1/30 at 2:51 PM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable
organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances.
Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-
dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers,
and technology in general….
Moon in Pisces between Friday 1/3 at 7:21 AM and Sunday 1/5 at
11:00 AM + between Thursday 1/30 at 2:52 PM and Saturday
February 1st at 5:09 PM: Great for meditating, sitting by the
ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming,
dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting
with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…
Moon in Aries between Sunday 1/5 at 11:01 AM and Tuesday 1/7
at 2:10 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything
requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for
leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating
new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….
Moon in Taurus between Tuesday 1/7 at 2:11 PM and Thursday 1/9
at 5:06 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our
bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank
account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also
for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with
our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting,
as well as bodywork…
Moon in Gemini between Thursday 1/9 at 5:07 PM and Saturday
1/11 at 8:23 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of
communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling
friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities,
attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary,
gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….
Moon in Cancer between Saturday 1/11 at 8:24 PM and Tuesday
1/14 at 1:12 AM: Perfect for family activities, especially those
involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking,
nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we
cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative
writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of
craziness….
Moon in Leo between Tuesday 1/14 at 1:12 AM and Thursday 1/16
at 8:45 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic
performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an
elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in
general…
Moon in Virgo between Thursday 1/16 at 8:46 AM and Saturday
1/18 at 7:32 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program,
learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning
our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed
work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small
pets….
Moon in Libra between Saturday 1/18 at 7:33 PM and Tuesday
1/21 at 8:19 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic
exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut,
buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and
decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).
Moon in Scorpio between Tuesday 1/21 at 8:20 AM and Thursday
1/23 at 8:28 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies,
self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life,
death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving
personal power.
Moon in Sagittarius between Thursday 1/23 at 8:29 PM and
Sunday 1/26 at 5:42 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or
philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and
the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign
language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic
training and tending to large animals (horses….).
Moon in Capricorn between Sunday 1/26 at 5:43 AM and Tuesday
1/28 at 11:30 AM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a
promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority,
making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and
redefining our long-term goals…
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This month’s intentional meditation starts on Monday 1/13 with
the Full Moon in Cancer at exactly 2:27 PM.
On Wednesday 1/29 (start of the Chinese New Year of the
Snake), take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on
each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a
garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 4:36 AM
for the New Moon in Aquarius. Once that moment has passed,
staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the
manifestation of all your dreams….
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Thursday 1/2: Venus in Pisces (7:24 PM) till February 3, Mars
Opposition Pluto (11:21 PM)
Regarding Venus in Pisces, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.
Today, more specifically, our self-confidence, power, and ability to
restore and rebuild areas of our life that weren’t working well are
intensified. Activities requiring physical energy, intensity, and
courage are favored. We should however be careful to not fall prey
to obstinacy or ruthlessness, and avoid manipulators, rebellious or
passive aggressive people. We should also beware of road rage and
pay special attention when handling sharp objects.
Saturday 1/4: Sun Sextile Saturn (2:36 PM)
A great transit to restructure our life around concrete objectives,
make realistic decisions, and set long-term goals. We demonstrate
self-discipline, are serious, practical, reliable, and prudent.
Integrity, loyalty, trustworthiness, hard work, and dedication help
us achieve our ambitions.
Monday 1/6: Mars in Cancer (2:44 AM) till April 17, Mercury
Square Neptune (5:56 AM)
Regarding Mars in Cancer, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.
Today, more specifically, a certain lack of self-confidence, little
common sense, and a sense of discouragement could distort our
perception of reality. Prone to retreating in a world of fantasy, we
prefer to evade responsibilities. It is important that we do not fall
prey to fraudulent schemes, liars, and con-artists, and avoid people
caught in emotional dramas. A day to lay low and watch a feel-good
movie.
Wednesday 1/8: Mercury in Capricorn (2:30 AM) till January
27
During the next 3 weeks, our mind is more serious, disciplined, and
structured, concerned with furthering our professional ambitions
and practical achievements. We take things one step at a time, are
orderly, pragmatic, and realistic. Despising wasted energy, we have
little interest in idle chatter or distractions. Capable of extended
periods of concentration and great resourcefulness, our progress
may be slow but is steady. This cycle is excellent for putting
together a teaching program, studying, or asking for a promotion.
Sunday 1/12: Mars Trine Neptune (1:16 PM)
Our practical idealism makes us want to concretely help those in
need. We are inspired to give a material form to our dreams and
visions. Keenly aware of subtle energies and the emotional climate
around us, we should stick to strictly honorable plans and stay away
from drugs and alcohol.
Monday 1/13: Sun Trine Uranus (12:13 AM)
Sudden changes, stimulating adventures, unusual opportunities
create exciting situations. We might meet interesting, dynamic
people who introduce us to new ideas and fascinating experiences.
Any form of self-improvement is favored. We are eager to study
futuristic topics in the fields of science, technology or
metaphysics but may shy away from dull routine work and a rigid
adherence to rules and obligations.
Tuesday 1/14: Venus Square Jupiter (11:48 AM)
Our judgement may not be the soundest and our self-confidence
could be misplaced. Thinking that all we touch turns to gold may
lead to unfortunate excesses. Impulsive spending is not
recommended. We could be enticed to extremes of emotions,
carelessness, and wasteful attitudes. Social interactions are likely
to be vain and superficial. Not a good day to form partnerships.
Best to appreciate what we have and remain as moderate,
grounded, and philosophical as possible.
Wednesday 1/15: Sun Opposition Mars (6:39 PM)
In the event of arguments and conflicts over trivial matters we
may ask ourselves if it is more important to be right or happy.
Forcing issues is not recommended. Standing our ground with
integrity, being direct, assertive, and self-controlled under
pressure, is the best course of action. Today, we are likely to reap
rewards for a project we have worked hard at, with honesty and
transparency.
Friday 1/17: Sun Sextile Neptune (3:20 AM)
Keenly sensitive to other people’s needs and the energies
surrounding us, we may feel the need to withdraw from our normal
routine to regenerate. Social work, humanitarian endeavors or
meditation are encouraged. Our inner vision is enhanced. Artists
are inspired. We just need to be careful to not drift into worry,
anxiety, laziness, or daydreaming.
Saturday 1/18: Venus Conjunct Saturn (5:26 PM), Mercury
Sextile Saturn (11:38 PM)
Our general attitude towards love is more serious and mature than
usual. Our relationships come under scrutiny requiring of us to be
most realistic. What needs to be changed? Can it be changed? And
if it cannot, can we live with things as they are? Single people are
likely to feel more heavily the weight of their solitude. A shaky
relationship may end, while a good one becomes stronger. Our
attitude towards money is more prudent. We seek deeper
conversations with mature individuals whose achievements we
respect. Committed to wasting no time in idle chatter, we tackle
backlogged work with discipline, seriousness, and efficiency.
Sunday 1/19: Mercury Sextile Venus (8:32 AM), Sun in
Aquarius (12:00 PM) till February 18
A day that invites us to be relaxed, rest, and enjoy the nice things
of life. Cheerful, lighthearted, graceful, and calm, we are in touch
with our emotions and find the right words to express our feelings.
Our appreciation of beauty and culture is enhanced. A good transit
for a date or a love affair. The coming month is good for
developing our originality, uniqueness, and independence. We could
become more involved in community affairs and are eager to spend
more time with our existing friends and make new ones. In our
excitement about the future, we tend to dissociate ourselves from
some entrenched traditions.
Tuesday 1/21: Sun Conjunct Pluto (4:29 AM)
An intense day bringing the chance of a complete regeneration of
ourselves. Old psychological problems, rigid patterns of behavior,
outmoded attitudes are being exposed, needing to be released.
Crumbling relationships in which there are communication, sexual,
or power issues, are likely to break. Our leadership abilities are
enhanced, enabling us to sway others to cooperate to our vision in
as much as it is to the benefit of all involved.
Thursday 1/23: Mars Sextile Uranus (7:08 AM), Mercury
Opposition Mars (12:49 PM), Mercury Trine Uranus (2:07 PM)
A hyper-active day during which not much is likely to happen
according to plan. Our curiosity, courage, energy, and will-power
are particularly developed. Our decisions are inventive, quick, and
brave. Daring, inventive, and efficient, we face changing
circumstances with excitement and come up with a brilliant
alternate courses of action. If we manage to remain flexible and
present to the moment, unexpected changes are both fun and
freeing.
Saturday 1/25: Venus Trine Mars (3:54 PM)
Social activities are friendly, relaxed, and harmonious. We balance
our personal needs with those of others and express our truth
without offending anyone. A great day to be creative, have fun, or
attend a cultural event. A relationship begun today is warm,
sensual, and stands a good chance of lasting a long time.
Sunday 1/26: Mercury Sextile Neptune (10:33 AM), Venus
Sextile Uranus (3:11 PM)
Our mind and intuition function harmoniously together. Art
awakens deep emotions. Our communications are kinder, more
compassionate, and sensitive than usual. Our psychic awareness is
intensified. Our exuberance, originality, and optimism are
appealing. We are attracted to magnetic, dynamic, independent,
unconventional people. We seek exciting relationships but need to
allow each other a lot of space and freedom, for them to last.
Monday 1/27: Mercury in Aquarius (6:53 PM) till February 14
During the next 3 weeks, the pace of life is likely to accelerate.
We quickly grasp advanced concepts and original ideas. Technology
is attractive. We are drawn to anything that has to do with space
travel, extra-terrestrials, and science fiction. Our social life is
likely to become exciting and varied. We attract unusual, eccentric,
dynamic, witty people. Inventors are favored.
Tuesday 1/28: Mercury Conjunct Venus (11:52 PM)
A calm day. Our sense of companionship is enhanced. Others are
fair, diplomatic, and comforting. We communicate our feelings with
grace, serenity, and charm. An excellent day for social activities,
establishing good partnerships, and carrying out mental endeavors
with heart and compassion.
Thursday 1/30: Uranus Direct (8:22 AM), Sun Trine Jupiter
(2:59 PM)
Re-Uranus turning direct, kindly refer to the opening paragraph.
One of the happiest, luckiest days of the year. Our enthusiasm,
faith, optimism, and trust help us expand our horizons. Advertising,
public speaking, publishing, legal matters, and academia are
favored. Financial investments are fruitful. Being generous and
considerate towards those who are less fortunate than ourselves
ensures a constant flow of prosperity.
Wishing you the most prosperous, successful, happy New Year
ever!
In Loving Light.
Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.