- The Moon is in Aquarius.
- The Moon is waxing and in its New phase.
- The New Moon occurred on the 16th in the sign of Capricorn, and a First Quarter Moon will occur on January 24th.
- Venus spends its first full day in Aquarius today (Venus transits Aquarius from January 17th to February 10th).
Horoscopes
Aries
Today can be powerful for activities that promote physical and emotional healing, dear Aries. Opening up on a personal or intimate matter can be especially rewarding. You are radiating healing energy today, and this adds much to your own charm. Increasingly, you feel ready to take on challenges. Peace with the past is a real possibility now, freeing you up for exciting times to come. You have been making critical creative changes that are contributing to a sense of personal empowerment. Self-respect is building, and this creates just the right energy surrounding you that attracts success as well as positive people and circumstances into your life. The Moon spends the day in your social sector, and cooperation comes easily.
Taurus
Today is strong for connecting with others intuitively, dear Taurus, as well as for sincerity in relationships. Social activities can be reinforcing and pleasing. Helping out a friend or acquaintance can give you a real boost. This is a good time to bond, but it’s also a time for maturely dealing with occasional moments of emotional distance, as accepting some ups and downs is an important key to healthy relating. Recognize the needs of a partner or significant other in your life now for best results. The Moon at the top of your solar chart suggests you’re best off being on your best behavior, as you’re noticed for what you have or haven’t done more so than usual.
Gemini
Warm connections can be made today, dear Gemini. The Moon spends the day in an area of your chart that encourages big-picture thinking and gaining perspective on your life. As well, a Mars-Chiron aspect active today stimulates something similar – a hands-on approach rather than focus on the details. Your dreams and visions can inspire you to work on a pet project or to improve your feelings of security and well-being. Putting the past behind you is not always an easy process, but today you’re looking forward and feeling confident about doing so. Efforts to improve work or health have excellent results and make you feel good, to boot.
Cancer
You’re in strong shape for gentle challenges today, dear Cancer. You are especially enterprising and pioneering now, and not inclined to overthink things. In fact, what to do comes naturally. You might come up with an exciting idea for a new venture. Motivation to get things done is powerful. You are coming across with effortless charm and grace today as you flow along comfortably to the rhythms around you. Creatively speaking, you are in tune. It’s an excellent day for expressing your affections in simple ways, and especially through actions. As light and easygoing as you seem today, your emotions run deep, and so does your courage.
Leo
You approach touchy or complicated subjects with bravery today, dear Leo. Intimate relationships can thrive now. You’re likely to receive a fair amount of attention, and your magnetism is powerful, yet a lot is going on under the surface of things. You are more confident about your abilities to resolve conflicts and to get around obstacles in your path now, particularly on an emotional plane. You are especially attracted to the healing arts or anything that boosts your spirit and makes you feel more vital. Relationships receive a gentle but effective boost if you express your faith in those you love. Family relationships and friendships are soothing and dependable now, and you’ll find you get just the right support you need from important people in your personal life.
Virgo
You’re inclined to focus on the little things that need attention today, dear Virgo, with the Moon continuing its transit of your solar sixth house of habits and details. Taking care of business satisfies you most. Idling about could, in fact, make you nervous! Conversations can be beneficial and revealing today as Mars and Chiron connect in a harmonious aspect. You might discover that writing, whether private or shared, helps you feel better. A feeling of closeness, with your own heart or with someone special, is likely to figure strongly now. While you’re inclined to pick apart technical problems today, you can see the whole of a situation on a people level, and this benefits you greatly.
Libra
The Moon in your creative sector all day suggests you’re in a more outgoing, generous, and affectionate frame of mind than usual, dear Libra. Now is a strong time for putting effort into work and professional goals, however, as Mars and Chiron connect. You feel equipped to take on a challenge. A partner or special friend might come through for you today, or you feel increasing confidence in a relationship. Allow yourself time to digest the ideas that are flooding your consciousness. Take notes or make lists if necessary, and also be sure to take the time to do little favors for others that boost their spirits.
Scorpio
The Moon spends the day in your sector of home and family, and getting comfortable becomes an emotional need today, dear Scorpio. You are ready to take on virtually any challenge today, however, with Mars in your sign teaming up with Chiron. Your confidence is natural, not over-blown, and you’re happy to move at your own pace. You are bravely facing any deeper issues that need settling. New insights into your relationship needs or a changing attitude towards love can emerge. This is a time for fruitful, exciting connections. People are drawn to you magnetically now. Constructive, physical outlets might help release pent-up emotions.
Sagittarius
The Moon continues to encourage taking on many projects and entertaining a variety of ideas today, dear Sagittarius. The day is also powerful for emotional bravery, intuitive faculties, and intimate relationships. Bonding with family and loved ones can occur through shared activities. Again today, you’re brave about facing emotional truths, and in fact, thrive on them. Romantic relationships can also benefit from an open-hearted approach. Your powers of attraction run high. Interactions are rich, and while you remain in a somewhat undecided or limbo phase for a little while longer, you’re benefiting from this quiet time.
Capricorn
Boundaries can be pushed today, dear Capricorn, but mostly in a wonderful way. Good energy is with you for communicating, connecting, networking, learning, and taking care of business. You can learn much from casual conversations, and you’re unusually open to hearing others’ viewpoints. You might find a solution to a problem that has previously left you stumped. Feeling fresh, alive, and vital is the mood of the day. Emotional sustenance comes now when you enjoy simple activities and tend to practical matters in small but effective ways. Jobs around the home, maintenance of important possessions, and other such activities are rewarding.
Aquarius
The Moon continues to push your emotions to the surface while it travels through your sign today, dear Aquarius. This position brings increased force to your feelings, especially those that you’ve swept under the carpet. As well, a Mars-Chiron aspect active now can have you feeling ready to tackle life with a new game plan. You might enjoy a stronger sense of purpose that fuels energy levels. Ambition increases in comfortable ways, and you’re more willing than usual to put ideas into motion or take action on important matters to overcome obstacles. It’s a good time for attention to practical affairs, primarily because you’re less likely to have the blinders on when it comes to problem areas, and you’re seeing financial and work matters more plainly. Healthy competition is motivating now, but you’re also working just fine on your own.
Pisces
You have creative flair today, dear Pisces, and while you’re often quite content to flow along with the action around you, today you’re more interested in taking the lead and getting things done independently. Even so, you’re in good form on the level of personal appeal with a Mars-Chiron influence active today. In fact, others might thoroughly enjoy your more confident, take-charge approach today. Outside pressures tend to release, and you’re answering to your natural rhythms. While you are inclined to push your boundaries just a little now, a good part of you also needs some downtime, so be sure to balance out your activities. People enjoy your company these days, and you can most certainly bask in this attention since you’ve earned it, but it’s also important to keep doing the things you’re doing! Your persuasive powers are considerable now.
* Remember to read horoscopes for your Ascendant sign and Sun sign. If you don’t know your Ascendant sign (and you know your birth time), you can look it up here.
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Astrology of Today – The Details:
If you’re astrologically inclined and interested in the details of the Astrology of today, here are some of the factors considered in the forecasts:
Planet Color Key: The longer the bar, the slower the aspecting planet and the longer the duration of the planet’s transit.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 0:00 am
Event: Moon in Aquarius
Description: The Moon in Aquarius
This is generally a good time for social pursuits, group projects, trying something new, joining a group, and networking. A change of pace refreshes. Hobbies, clubs, and groups may demand attention now. It is time to build networks and cooperate. Humanitarian pursuits are highlighted.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 0:00 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Chi
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Chiron
Hurt feelings may be opportunities for healing. Now is the time for building bridges, not burning them.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 6:56 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cnj Jun
Description: Transiting Moon Conjunction Transiting Juno
The desire or need to connect with someone is strong now. We are sensitive to what others are thinking, needing, and feeling.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 7:09 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Jupiter
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 8:43 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Cer
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting Ceres
We may feel unsupported or uncomfortable about supporting or nurturing others. Alternatively, we might be frustrated dealing with neediness in others. We could be insecure, fearful of rejection or separation. Positively, we might discover our own needs, fears, and comfort zones.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 9:27 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Opp Nod
Description: Transiting Moon Opposition Transiting North Node
We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now. This can be a turning point for out with the old and in with the new.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 9:27 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Cpl Nod
Description: Transiting Moon ContraParallel Transiting North Node
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 4:31 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon SSq Sat
Description: Transiting Moon SemiSquare Transiting Saturn
We could feel burdened, restricted, or limited during this brief influence. We could be feeling a little down on ourselves, excluded, or lonely. There can be some awkwardness or stiffness and difficulty showing affection and feelings. Patience is a virtue right now; otherwise we might succumb to feelings of frustration and sadness. All good things come to those who wait.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 7:00 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Sqr Jup
Description: Transiting Moon Square Transiting Jupiter
We may not be very realistic right now – there can be some exaggeration. Minor annoyances are possible now. Contrariness or disagreements. This is not an ideal time for publicity, promotion, or legal matters. We can experience injustices. We are less inclined to consider the consequences of over-eating, over-drinking, or overdoing in general. This is a time to show some restraint. Grandiosity is not appreciated right now, and excess doesn’t go over well either. With a little self-control we can learn about what truly makes us happy.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 8:50 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mon Pll Ves
Description: Transiting Moon Parallel Transiting Vesta
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 3:54 am
Event: Tr-Tr Mer SSq Mar
Description: Transiting Mercury SemiSquare Transiting Mars
Questions are raised, discussions can become heated, and there can be nervous excitement now. Enthusiasm is likely, but may go a little too far. Impulsive speech or other communications. Mechanical breakdowns are possible.
Date & Time: Jan 18 2018 1:02 pm
Event: Tr-Tr Mar Tri Chi
Description: Transiting Mars Trine Transiting Chiron
Love, pain and the whole damn thing! Take the time to heal rifts and direct your energy more positively. The rewards will be bountiful.
Strong Signs, Elements, Modes
BALANCE OF SIGNS
SCORPIO STRONG
Intense, magnetic, penetrating perception, power to confront. Can be destructive, vengeful, jealous, overly dramatic.
CAPRICORN STRONG
Disciplined, responsible, reliable, industrious, conscientious, practical, achieving. Can be pessimistic, overly conventional, rigid, materialistic, callous.
AQUARIUS STRONG
Humanitarian, innovative, group conscious, progressive, serving others. Can be rebellious, eccentric, aloof, emotionally superficial, overly extroverted.
BALANCE OF ELEMENTS
FIRE WEAK
We are not very goal-oriented right now, or motivation to pursue our goals may be waning/lacking. Changes feel overwhelming. Enthusiasm may be low, we argue less, and we think more than we take action.
EARTH STRONG
We are especially in touch with the physical world. We consider what we’ve learned and experienced in the past in order to make the most of the present. We can be cautious, practical, and possibly unimaginative. We are deliberate and can pace ourselves well. We need hands-on experience and are not impressed with theory as much as we are with results. Routines are tolerable and comforting.
BALANCE OF MODES
MUTABLE WEAK
We can have a hard time adapting to changes and to others’ agendas.
LUNAR PHASE: NEW MOON
Moon 0 to 45 degrees ahead of the Sun.
This is an energetic, impulsive, and subjective period of time. We are looking for new projects and opportunities.
The following aspects (major only) and positions are at noon (EST) on January 18th:
Note that when an aspect is applying, it has not yet happened but is within orb – it’s pending. When an aspect is separating, it has already happened/perfected and is moving away from the aspect. Depending on the speed of the planet/body involved, the aspect will have perfected–or will perfect–in a matter of hours (often the case with the Moon), days, months, and possibly years in the case of the very slow-moving outer planets and bodies.
Note that the Moon moves at a rate of approximately one degree every 2 hours so that if an aspect involving the Moon is applying and has an orb of 5 degrees, the aspect will perfect (be exact) in about 10 hours. If the Moon is separating from an aspect with an orb of 2 degrees, it has already formed said aspect approximately 4 hours ago (since the following are positions at noon today, then it would have occurred at about 8 AM today).
**I suggest paying close attention to applying aspects. The energy of the aspect builds as it gets closer to exact. Once an aspect involving inner planets has happened, it’s over. Separating aspects are good to know for context, but in terms of energy that is with us today, applying aspects are most important. (This is the case for daily astrology influences involving inner planets, which pass quickly, and not natal astrology aspects, which are with us for a lifetime).
THE MOON
THE MOON IN AQUARIUS
You feel secure with intellect rather than emotions. You may be aloof from emotions, or distrust emotions as irrational and unpredictable. You may have viewed your mother as emotionally erratic.
17TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Spinal nervous system
Sabian Symbol: A watchdog standing guard.
ASPECTS OF THE MOON
SQUARE JUPITER Orb 3°28′ Applying
We may not be very realistic right now, which can lead to moodiness, as we are more invested in our dreams and expectations.
OPPOSITION THE NORTH NODE Orb 1°16′ Separating
We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now.
CONJUNCTION THE SOUTH NODE Orb 1°16′ Separating
We can be sticking with what’s familiar instead of reaching out and challenging ourselves now.
THE SUN
THE SUN IN CAPRICORN
You are responsible and respectful, with a strong need to be an authority figure. You command respect and may tend to superiority and bossiness.
29TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left genicular arteries
Sabian Symbol: A woman reading tea leaves.
ASPECTS OF THE SUN
CONJUNCTION VENUS Orb 2°14′ Separating
We take pride in our ability to relate well with others or to smooth over differences now. Graciousness, diplomacy, charm, and some superficiality are themes. This is a good period for social affairs, pleasure, amusement, and romance, all things considered.
SQUARE URANUS Orb 3°52′ Separating
We may want to break free from restrictions or responsibilities, but if we aren’t in touch with this need, we could cause some problems or feel restless and irritable. There could be rebellious feelings. We don’t want to be told what to do. Use this time to see what changes need to be made.
MERCURY
MERCURY IN CAPRICORN
You are a wise and careful thinker. You place importance on credibility and authority. Therefore you will seek knowledge which carries some authority. You may approach new ideas with caution.
11TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Left cruciate ligaments
Sabian Symbol: Pheasants display their brilliant colors on a vast lawn.
ASPECTS OF MERCURY
SEXTILE NEPTUNE Orb 1°54′ Applying
Our words and thoughts can be more imaginative and colorful, subtle or creative. We can experience a sense of knowing and understanding with minimal explanation or instruction. Intuition is highlighted or awakened.
CONJUNCTION PLUTO Orb 8°55′ Applying
You have a probing mind. You avoid social chit-chat preferring deep and meaningful conversations. You are able to research topics of interest.
VENUS
VENUS IN AQUARIUS
You enjoy unconventional and odd relationships, which give you the freedom to express your individuality. You enjoy talking more than touching. You enjoy being in a group of friends.
1ST DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Right tibial nerve
Sabian Symbol: An old adobe mission.
MARS
MARS IN SCORPIO
You are a passionate warrior. You are dramatic, and may have strong sexual urges. You may make a vengeful opponent.
26TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Perineum
Sabian Symbol: People making camp.
ASPECTS OF MARS
CONJUNCTION JUPITER Orb 5°31′ Separating
You are generous, self confident and lucky. Your energy level is high and you are courageous. You have a tendency to go where angels fear to tread, as you approach life with gusto regardless of the consequences. Travel and religious causes are likely to feature in your life. You may like to consider a career in the military or competitive sports.
QUINCUNX URANUS Orb 0°29′ Separating
We may be looking to dominate or to assert our independence if we feel trapped, restricted, or otherwise limited. Impulsiveness can be a problem. With creativity, we may be able to break through obstacles in unusual and unique ways.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 0°01′ Applying
There is more courage to face problems. Fighting for the underdog. Physical healing can help inner healing, and vice versa.
JUPITER
JUPITER IN SCORPIO
You are on an intense search for the truth. You have strong desires for sexual union and joint enterprises. You could be a transformative teacher.
20TH DEGREE OF SCORPIO
Part of Body: Ligaments of penis, Bartholin’s glands
Sabian Symbol: A woman drawing two dark curtains aside.
ASPECTS OF JUPITER
SEXTILE PLUTO Orb 0°15′ Separating
You have a chance to achieve a great deal. Your knowledge is broad as you are interested in so many things. You may make a career in the occult or studying the deepest mysteries of life.
TRINE CHIRON Orb 5°33′ Applying
You have the gift of wisdom. You trust your own intuitive nature, and are able to teach others on the spiritual path. You are able to encompass other people’s personal philosophies without feeling threatened, so that others trust you with their spiritual problems.
SATURN
SATURN IN CAPRICORN
You are conservative and authoritarian, and have strong worldly ambitions. You are a responsible worker.
4TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Cutaneous nerves of lower leg
Sabian Symbol: A party entering a large canoe.
URANUS
URANUS IN ARIES
The urge to start fresh, to break free from restrictive attitudes or circumstances, to totally redesign an area of our lives (or even our personalities), and to gain freedom through independence is strong during this cycle. (May 27, 2010, to August 13, 2010, then March 11th, 2011, to May 15, 2018, then November 6, 2018, to March 6, 2019).
25TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Sternocleidomastoid muscle
Sabian Symbol: A double promise reveals its inner and outer meanings.
ASPECTS OF URANUS
SQUARE PLUTO Orb 5°18′ Applying
A time for making sweeping changes and for adapting to changes in order to progress. This is a time for revising, altering, overhauling, and purging. We can experience tension, fear, and pressure, but also a sense of liberation from over-attachments and situations that have been holding us back from growth.
NEPTUNE
NEPTUNE IN PISCES
A long-term influence in which fantasy, imagination, compassion, and spirituality are in stronger focus. (April 4, 2011, to August 4, 2011, then February 3, 2012, to March 30, 2025, then October 22, 2025, to January 26, 2026)
13TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar artery of left foot
Sabian Symbol: A sword in a museum.
PLUTO
PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Tests of our boundaries; breaking down and rebuilding structures and rules. (From January 25, 2008, to June 14, 2008, then November 26, 2008, to March 23, 2023, then June 11, 2023, to January 20, 2024, then September 1, 2024, to November 19, 2024).
20TH DEGREE OF CAPRICORN
Part of Body: Tendons of right knee
Sabian Symbol: A hidden choir singing.
Chiron, Major Asteroids, and Moon’s Nodes: in Sign and in Aspect
CHIRON
CHIRON IN PISCES
Strong awareness of our own vulnerabilities and humanity stimulates compassion for others. (April 20 to July 20, 2010, then February 8, 2011, to April 17, 2018, then September 25, 2018, to February 18, 2019).
26TH DEGREE OF PISCES
Part of Body: Plantar nerves
Sabian Symbol: A new moon that divides its influences.
VESTA IN SAGITTARIUS
You have the ability to work relentlessly for a cause in which you believe. You need to make sure you do not exclude other people’s points of view. You have visions and enjoy the adventure of discovery in your work.
2ND DEGREE OF SAGITTARIUS
Part of Body: Pelvic girdle
Sabian Symbol: The ocean covered with whitecaps.
PALLAS
PALLAS IN ARIES
You have a keen intellect with the ability to come up with exciting, new ideas. You are also happy to risk putting your new ideas into action.
30TH DEGREE OF ARIES
Part of Body: Parotid gland
Sabian Symbol: A duck pond and its brood.
JUNO
JUNO IN AQUARIUS
You want the freedom to be your own person in your relationship. If this is not available you become rebellious and unreliable. You are unlikely to be comfortable in a traditional relationship.
14TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Left tibial artery
Sabian Symbol: A train entering a tunnel.
CERES
CERES IN LEO
You feel cared for when other people play with you and praise you. You like to show others you care for them by encouraging their creative talents and sense of fun.
15TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right atrium
Sabian Symbol: A street pageant.
THE NORTH NODE
THE NORTH NODE IN LEO
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
15TH DEGREE OF LEO
Part of Body: Right atrium
Sabian Symbol: A street pageant.
THE SOUTH NODE
THE SOUTH NODE IN AQUARIUS
This a quest to develop your inner strength. You may find that you experience times of loneliness. These times are part of your lesson to forge your own creative life in order to give generously to the world.
15TH DEGREE OF AQUARIUS
Part of Body: Lymph vessels of right lower leg
Sabian Symbol: Two lovebirds sitting on a fence.
*** CONJUNCTIONS TO SELECT FIXED STARS ***
Transits 18 January 2018
Aspects to Jup 19°Sc38 -16°36′
Cnj 19°Sc37 ZUBEN ELSCHEMALI– Negative social reform
Aspects to Cer 14°Le30 +28°26′
Cnj 15°Le27 DUBHE Loving but forceful
Aspects to Nod 14°Le54 +16°21′
Cnj 15°Le27 DUBHE Loving but forceful
Aspects to BMo 07°Cp51 -20°01′
Cnj 08°Cp32 FACIES — Ruthlessness or the victim.
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