Get Your Back Up Plan Ready & Use the Power of Your Mind!

A back-up plan may be in order today as things can fall apart when you least expect it. You may have issues with authority figures and making any kinds of changes. The "Idealistic" Libra Moon Opposes "Unconventional" Uranus. Libra energy can create lengthy deliberations over decisions, whereas Uranus in "Fiery" Aries is a fast moving combination that encourages people to jumps in head first and worries later. Can you see the conflict? Moreover, the "Analytical" Libra Moon Squares Pluto in "Steadfast" Capricorn. Decisions over money, business and security may be delayed.  Moods swings and disagreements are possible.
 

On a better note, the "Idealistic" Libra Moon joins both the Sun in "Visionary" Aquarius" and Jupiter in "Mentally Ambitious" Gemini.  These transits will help you outsmart anybody that may be giving you difficulties, although it may be best to wait for another day to take action. It's a good day for thinking things through and developing ingenious ideas to problem solving. A clever plan on how to out-maneuver your opponent is progress on the horizon. Digging into a "how-to" book,  writing, analyzing documents, research, travel plans or spiritual practices are all good activities for today. Go with the flow of Universal energy rather than  resisting it and all will turn out well.

Your "Luck" is about to Change! Jupiter Turns Direct! Venus Tickles the Moon!

If things haven't been going your way, or you feel that you've had a string of "bad luck," your luck is about to change as Jupiter, the planet of luck & expansion turns direct today after 4 months of a retrograde period. While Jupiter's motion is direct; your success, happiness and abundance in finance, career and even love can skyrocket (if you allow it to happen). Philosophical conversation can be enlightening and intrigue the mind into deeper contemplation. A yearning for getting in touch with your "spiritual" side becomes paramount and you may have a desire for travel especially to foreign lands. This direct motion opens your hearts and minds to wonderful opportunities. Jupiter stays direct thru November 6th, 2013. Start planning now and get your intentions in full motion now, so your dreams may come to fruition.
It may take a few days to feel the "full effect" of this planetary shift, as the Sun in "Futuristic" Aquarius Opposes "Conservative" Saturn in "Discerning" Scorpio. This energy creates a tug-of-war between what you want to do & what you can do. Your efforts may be thwarted "temporarily" by authority figures or controlling people. 

Great News: The Moon in "Sensual" Scorpio joins the Love Planet Venus in "Grounded" Capricorn. A sense of seriousness takes precedence with relationships right now. Feelings of love and romance are passionate & intense meanwhile a sense of yearning for stability within relationships becomes prominent.  You may discover a significant discovery about something that your partner has been hiding. If there's a third party, you may find the situation intolerable and have a desire to move on if you don't see the  changes you were hoping for. A potential for jealously is possible.

Late Tonight, the Moon enters Libra, an air sign, pricking your brain into analytical mode, and amplifying your intellectual & visionary ideas as the Sun & Mercury are both in Aquarius. Many people believe that Aquarius is an air sign, but the water bearer is relative to Greek Mythology, not the astrological elements of earth, water, fire and air.

Pick & Choose your Battles Today!

There may be some opposition in the force today. The Moon begins in "Fiery" Leo and Opposes Mars in  "Unconventional" Aquarius. Both Leo and Aquarius are "fixed" signs, and can be stubborn in standing their ground. Later the Moon shifts into "Determined" Scorpio and the Moon decides to wage war with "Outer-world" Neptune in "Reclusive" Pisces. Confusion, disagreements and fuel arguments are likely. Be careful of entanglements in small print and minor details that suddenly loom larger if you overlook them. Commitments made now will tend to partake of this atmosphere, so have the patience to wait a little before moving ahead.

Full "Snow" Moon in Romantic & Playful Leo!

Fun-filled energy permeates the atmosphere as the Moon enters "Romantic" Leo and forms favorable aspects to 2 planets. Whatever the weather is outside, this full "Snow" Moon in the sign of "Fun-Loving" Leo is painted by the conflict between the urge to just have fun and the perceived duty to do everything just so and give everyone their due, whether they merit it or not. Social pressures arise when individual constraints become just too much and people have to break out of the mold, sometimes unexpectedly. However, now may be a great time to make a clean break out of an old pattern. Kids can turn the simplest situations into a play-party, and you reap your profits now when you do the equivalent. The "Playful" Leo Moon forms harmonious aspects to both Uranus in "Feisty" Aries and Jupiter in "Quick-witted" Gemini. Conversations come with ease and it's easy to shine and become the life of the party under this influence. The movies, theater or going to see some comedy are all activities that will boost this already powerful fun-filled energy. It's a great night to spend some passionate time with that special someone or get out there and meet people and have fun!

Relationships put to the Test!

Relationships of all sorts may be put to the test today. Communication may be tense or awkward and stress or disputes over money is very possible. What planets are wreaking all this havoc? "Mental" Mercury in Aquarius rears it's ugly head at "Restrictive" Saturn in "Deciphering" Scorpio. Moreover, the "Sensitive" Cancer Moon is in Opposition with the Venus in "Ambitious" Capricorn. Negative thinking can sour the environment and confound the mind. Feelings and desires may tug and roil around you, and trying to cut an even balance may be a challenge. Today's beginnings may mature into tomorrow's turmoils. Conflict and arguments can come with ease today. When you see one coming, cross to the other side of the street. It's easy to get into a downward spiral, so deal with problem issues only once and be done with them. Criticism gets nowhere, so it's not worth the bother. Try to avoid flying off the handle and don't jump into something you're not sure of as you may have regrets later down the line. Let the waters settle until tomorrow, then decide on it. Tonight, you can count your lucky stars as the Sun in "Visionary" Aquarius harmonizes with Jupiter in "Talkative" Gemini helping to ease the tensions of the day. It's a good night to sit down by yourself or with "cooperative" people and dream-up ideas for future progress. As long as you aren't upset about today's havoc, you can turn tonight into pleasantries if you can "let go" of whatever it is that haunts your mind. If you want your plans to develop on track and evolve big time, tonight is the night to lay them on the table (but only with people who you know will collaborate with your ideas). Remember, that Mercury to Saturn and Moon to Venus negative interaction is lingering, but imagination and inspiration can go hand in hand with motivation and coordination, so bring everybody together in that spirit and you'll have an operation that can't be beat.

Proceed w/ Caution...Small Windows of Opportunity

Whether you want to or Not, today is a good day to stick with tradition or the "status quo." Otherwise, you may be dealing with troubles with authority figures or manipulative people. The Moon in "Sensitive" Cancer Squares "Innovative" Uranus in "Headstrong" Aries and Opposes "Transformational" Pluto in "Build-an-Empire" Capricorn. You may "feel" like you want to do something but know that there is something in the force that's against you. Perhaps this is all in the checks and balances and it's time to rethink your ideas or go for the gusto another day. If you stick with tradition, for now, you will have a firm foundation to stand on as the Moon forms a harmonious aspect to "stabilizing" Saturn in "Determined Scorpio at 5:01 pm (EST). Sneaking around or moving out in the middle of the night won't get you far. The boomerang effect or the chance to get caught is in the wind. If you were planning a secret rondevu with "you-know-who," hold off for another day, now is Not the time.

If you manage to stay clear of hot water today, tonight you may get some flashes of insight to your dilemma as the Sun in "Visionary" Aquarius ignites "Innovate" Uranus at around 9 pm (EST). So if you wanted to go off guns-a-blazing, hold off and allow the intellectual powers of your mind to co-create a new reality and a master plan under the stars tonight.

Beware on Friday morning. If you feel like saying something based on a sea of emotions, bite your tongue. The "Messenger" planet Mercury in the sign of "Let's fight for a cause" Aquarius, goes to battle with "Status Quo" Saturn. You can think about and dream up your plans - that's fine, but save your presentations to the board members or your significant other for a later time. Moreover,  The "Sensitive" Cancer Moon Opposes the "Love Planet" Venus in "Conservative" Capricorn. Part of you may feel like wearing your heart on your sleeve yet some of you may be looking at your relationships as all business and you may have a serious agenda. In any event, hold off on the deep thoughts and gushy conversations for now. If you pursue the heart-to-heart talk, you are likely to be met with cool resistance and somebody may get their feelings hurt. 

Friday night, we finally get a break when the "Visionary" Aquarian Sun teams up with the "Luck" Planet in "Expansive" Jupiter in "Savvy" Gemini at about 8 pm (EST). You will have the need and desire to think, speak and talk about your feelings on a intellectual level. That's all good! Now is the time to place your feelings in a logical framework to move forward in a way that makes sense in the physical world. It's okay to dream, but make sure they are practical before grabbing the megaphone! 

Remember, it's important to go with the flow of the Universal energy rather than to resist it. While it may take you longer to get where you are going by swimming with the current, you will get more accomplished by swimming with the tide and you eventually make it to shore. Maybe you will get lucky and find a beautiful island where you can retreat with your favorite someone!

 

Open Your Hearts and Nurture Your Spirit!

Open your hearts and be ready to receive love or nurture another person. The Moon is in "Heartfelt" Cancer, and the "Receptive" Cancer Moon is forming harmonious aspects to both "Powerful" Mars in "Visionary" Aquarius and "Outer-world" Neptune in "Insightful" Pisces. Its a good day for taking your intuition and creative endeavors and putting your ideas into action. Art, pottery, glass-blowing, painting, and music get a lift of enlightening inspiration today. Today has strength and energy written all over it - a good time for a power breakfast, lunch, or dinner and getting down to brass tacks on deals you want to see really pick up speed. Or a good time for just getting out there and getting physical: swimming, bicycling, aerobics, power-walking, mountain climbing - it all depends on your interests and mobile agility. Pick what is right for you and go for it! Additionally, It's a good day for getting across those hard-to-express feelings without actually having to put them into words. Intuitive antennae are up today and everyone's getting good reception. Meditation of all sorts can bring about answers that you seek. Projects that involved instinct or imagination are favored, time to go with your gut level guidelines. A strong stride established today will move you forward and help you manifest all your desires.

Empower Ur Mind; Change your Life!

"Jack be Nimble, Jack be Quick" is the name of the game today if you utilize your brain to empower yourself to the next level.  The planet of the Mind & Communication, Mercury in "Visionary" Aquarius joins forces with "Innovative" Uranus in "Initiating" Aries and "Grandiose" Jupiter in "Quick-Witted" Gemini.  Electrifying ideas can come like flashes of insight and big plans put into operation now have legs that make seven-league strides. Work, finance, career are on the agenda and solutions to problems (even in love & romance) may suddenly come to your mind. The wellsprings of the mind are, like water, often taken for granted. When ideas flow fresh from the tap, one assumes they are always there, as at this moment, but that is no necessary the case down the road. Strike while the iron is hot &  launch it Now, but a look inside the mechanics of your everyday creativity might help you drink when wells run dry. Air Confidence with exuberance in all that you do and  what you have cooked up will attract people to you and your zany ideas. Moreover, these enlightening ideas begets imitation from others trying to mimic and model you and what you are doing. Get moving with a quick pace and stay ahead of the pack. Ideas flow easily, but don't take them for granted -- put them into action to carry you through in less creative times.

Group Projects, Visionary Ideas & Persuasian!

Group-think and inclusiveness analysis are very much the mindset for the next month, which can broaden horizons as the Sun enters "Humanitarian" Aquarius. Although many people believe Aquarius is an Water Sign due to the association of the Water Bearer, however, that symbol is relative to Greek Mythology and not by the elements of earth, water, fire and air used for descriptive purposes in astrology. Aquarius is an Air sign and highly intellectual. Today, the Sun joins "Mental" Mercury and "Action-Ready" Mars in "Visionary" Aquarius propelling you to think and take action on future progress on a personal level, as well as, encompassing groups of people. Aquarian energy gives you the unique ability to work independently or as a member of a team for the soul collective. Independent ideas mixed with group cohesion can fire up an intellectual debate at the roundtable discussion, but with an eye on what's best for humanity on a holistic level can bring about future progress. Research, science, new age concepts, technological gadgets and gizmos of all sorts are on the agenda. You'll do better at least temporarily as a team player, but be sure to spend some time working "solo" and do your own self analysis. Once you've done all the research, you will have a confident zeal about presenting any data that you find. So whether you're trying to get the votes to swing in your favor at the board meeting, or obtaining a promotion at work, or if you need backing to fund your cause of saving the Elephants in Africa; the key is to back your ideas with verifiable research. Sentence building is important and construct your  argument in such a way that presents the facts without insulting the members of the group. Meanwhile, have empathy for their opposing viewpoints. This strategy can take you miles from where you are right now. If you disagree with a group member, try to find something about their proposal that is good and say, "Good Point on X, but we also need to look at the Y part of the equation and come to a common ground." This way, people feel you are willing to look at their viewpoints with relevance rather than them feeling like their ideas are completely tossed out the window. Stroke the ego, rather than insulting it. Moreover, if you back your ideas with tangible data/facts and reliable sources, you may just impress the board members or group members and that will give you the opportunity to accomplish your mission. 

Ideas Abound as Mercury Enters Aquarius

Ideas abound for the next few weeks, and everybody gets their say. "Mental" Mercury enters the sign of "Intellectual" Aquarius speeding up mental processing and making you view life from each & every angle. Visionary ideas may blossom with ease now if you can convince the team to go for the gusto. Offbeat characters may appeal to you now and have the ability to teach you something "hidden" about yourself. Humanitarian efforts may be on the agenda, as well as, technology and new innovate ways of doing things. Scientific inventions are possible. Imagination and creativity run high so enjoy the mental stimulation.

The Moon is in "Stabilizing" Taurus today making for stable ground beneath your feet. Emotions are backed with practicality and the willingness to work for what you want comes into play. The next couple of days can be solid launching ground for anything you choose to embark upon. The time to be hasty or flighty has flown, the atmosphere favors practical beauty, the grace of being in touch with nature itself. Simplicity works, traditional fare is ever elegant.
Ideas about business and work-related efforts may be bouncing around in your brain as the Sun in Capricorn joins Mercury in Capricorn, but you may meet some opposition by the "powers-that-be" as the Moon goes to battle with both the Sun in Capricorn & Mercury in Capricorn. Your idealistic imagination and more intuitive nature may clash with iron-clad resistance for change in career and financial matters. The good news is that this transit passes quickly, however Mercury remains in "Visionary" Aquarius thru February 5th. Utilize your mind & intellectual powers to get what you want, rather than coming on from an emotional stance.

Moon in "Affectionate" Pisces Soothes Mercury in "Enterprising" Capricorn

The "Nurturing" Pisces Moon captivates "Intellectual" Mercury in "Purposeful" Capricorn. Communication with others can be intuitive, heartfelt yet grounded in practical reality.  Attention to details, money, business and moving forward to build a future on a solid framework is on the agenda. Now is the time to sort out any mental confusion you around you by using both insight and looking at the road ahead in a pragmatic manner. Moreover, it's a good time for discussions with empathy and understanding of the other person's needs while still getting your point across. Solutions may come about as a result of conversations with empathetic undertones. If things seem to be running smoothly around you, let it be. Clear understandings established now will have legs and serve you well as long as you don't push them. Staying on the safe side of the bridge and reconfirming old patterns has more potential than trying to emotionally break the mold. Be patient if things aren't changing as fast as you would like them to. the concept of futuristic trends and the opportunity to think "outside the box" are right around the corner with the Sun and Mercury entering the sign of "Innovative" Aquarius in 4 days on January 19th, and Venus enters Aquarius on February 1rst.....More on this coming up!

Use your Imagination to Manifest Dreams!

Today is a day where you can get a sure-footing to stand upon and launch new projects, ideas and attitudes. Dreams can blend effortlessly with reality as the first quarter moon in "Prophetic" Pisces is making a harmonious aspect to several planets including "Peace-loving" Venus, "Outer-world" Neptune, "Stabilizing" Saturn & "Transformational" Pluto. Inspiration, creativity and dreamy ideas can bolster you in new directions and new ways of doing things. Change is possible now if you willing to make the right moves. The "tried-and-true" approach is good but may need some adjusting and now is the time to make it happen. If you were thinking of a new partner, new job, new hobby, a new exercise regimen, a spiritual quest or maybe even taking a class or going back to school - Now is the time to plant the seeds and put your ideas into an action plan. Meditation is enhanced, as well as, altered states of consciousness, and astral travel. Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, a walk in nature, or visiting the ocean will all be beneficial endeavors at this time. Use your own imagination and "Catch the Spirit of it," and your mind will be bubbling over with ideas in no time.

Communication is ignited & the Intellectual Pace Quickens; New Moon Joins Mercury in Capricorn

Communication is ignited and the intellectual pace quickens. The Powerful New Moon in "Self-Disciplined" Capricorn joins forces with Mercury, also in the sign of Capricorn. It's time to be quick and make smart deals. Putting emotions into words is going to be the way to connect and build on your networking skills and connections right now.

Your potential to get things done on the earth plane is stronger now than ever with the Sun, Mercury, and Venus all in the the "Grounded" sign of Capricorn. It may be a good time to clean up your finances or start a new venture of sorts. Mars in Aquarius gives you the intellectual advantage and the ingenuity needed for problem solving. It's a great time to get working on whatever needs fixing in your life.

When New Year's resolutions are based on wishful thinking; they fall by the wayside and are hardly resolutions anymore, just projections. Use a "realistic" perspective as your guide and you'll be ahead of the game. If you've been in a stalemate with a person, place or life event, harness the energy of the New Moon and the beautiful "earth" sign of Capricorn to begin anew, but only when the new that you know and can rely upon. A small, firm start is twice as good as a big, false one that has to be redone from scratch. It feels compulsory to do something right now, but the choice of action is up to you. This month, let it grow out of your experience, not your speculations, however fertile they may be.

Venus in Capricorn Tantalizes Neptune in Pisces

Your dreamier, romantic and waxing poetic side can come out today. The Moon is in "Enthusiastic" Sagittarius all day & later on, Venus & Neptune intertwine! High ideals & aspirations fill the atmosphere. It's a good time to enjoy romance, friendship, travel, and enlightening philosophical conversations. Fantasy filled romance is abound tonight when The Love Planet Venus in "Sure-footed" Capricorn joins 'Outer-World" Neptune in "Intuitive" Pisces blending practicality with intuitive insight. Dreams & fantasy are favored. This transit takes the edge off of the seriousness of Venus in Capricorn allowing for a creative and romantic imagination. People may be more receptive than usual to music and the arts as they take on a realistic quality. Compassion for others may inspire you to do something nice for somebody. You may find yourself having sympathy for the underdog or having bouts of selfless generosity. Romance and sensuality are enhanced under this influence, so get out the candles and find the romantic music. Meditation during this time can help you crystallize your intentions. Ideas developed now have the potential to grow and come to fruition. Mars is in "Visionary" Aquarius motivating you on an intellectual level to put your ideas into a progressive action plan. Now is the time to work on your vision board.....To come on "Freaky" Friday, January 11th, is a New Moon and a plethora of planets in the sign of Capricorn. The planets will be grouped together and transit one (or two) of your houses creating a monumental impact on a specific area of your life.

Venus Enters "Ambitious" Capricorn Tonight

Venus Enters "Ambitious" Capricorn taking relationships to a more serious level. If you're commitment phobic, you may feel yourself getting a bit squirmy about settling down. However, during this time, it is very likely that you, or those around you,  will be seeking a deeper relationship with meaning from a romantic partner. If you are single, your taste will be more discriminating and you will seek partners that offer stability. Your desire for a strong career that brings in lucrative amounts of money, resources and valuable assets become paramount during this time. You may wish to settle down and make a real life for yourself and establish strong roots in your community and the people who matter the most in your life.
 

The ability to set your intentions and crystallize your dreams becomes easier as Mars is in the sign of "Innovative" Aquarius giving you insightful ideas to develop your future intentions. Unconventional methods may be more beneficial than the "tried-and-true" approach. You can move forwards with your plans in a logical, methodological manner and be focused yet have a cool detachment from the outcome.

Venus remains in Capricorn & Mars sticks with Aquarius until February 1rst.

Mars in Aquarius Takes On Saturn in Scorpio!

You may find yourself reminiscing about your past and feel conflicted about how to go about your plans. Turmoil may be brewing for you or the environment that surrounds you. Both the Moon and Saturn are in the sign of "Insightful" Scorpio giving you possible flashbacks to the past that may provide hidden clues to future developments. Pay attention to your dreams at this time. 
 
Bolstering the Scorpio energy to the outer limits; "Powerhouse" Mars in "Idealistic" Aquarius goes to war with "Discerning" Saturn in "Perceptive" Scorpio. On a mental level, your drive and motivation to succeed is strong but you may feel the "powers that be" are holding you back in some way. However, Mars in "Innovative" Aquarius is providing you the innate ability for innovative approaches to problem solving. Fortunately, the Mars-Saturn interaction passes quickly, yet Mars remains in Aquarius thru February 1rst, giving you ample time to develop clever ideas. It's a great time to hit the drawing board! For now, trying to push on too hard in the face of incremental resistance puts a strain on everyone, with some accompanying lessons to be learned. Don't pursue energy-wasters once you've spotted what's happening. If you're not getting anywhere, move on to the next and return another day to finish up.

Avoid Conflict Today; Moon Antagonizes Venus & Uranus

Watch out for conflicting goals and energy-wasting diminishing returns today as the "Sensible" Virgo Moon Squares the Love Planet, Venus in "Freedom-loving" Sagittarius. Your emotions may toil around with what's practical verses what the adventurous side of life has to offer. Questions may arise such as: Do I stay home and mind the fort and tend to the mundane tasks or 

 do I take the plunge and go abroad on that African Safari? (You may have your own adventure in mind, but Catch the Spirit of it). 

Whatever you decide, your responsibilities may wrestle with an inner need to fulfill a life quest or quench the thirst of your inner spirit. 

Moreover, attempts at clear & concise communication with your romantic partner and people in general may go awry. Mercury, the planet of the mind & communication Squares "Innovate" Uranus in "Headstrong" Aries putting a damper on communication and possibly put the squash on your unique and innovate ideas. Arguments may ensue & squabbles about pet concepts and all the nitty-gritty details can get in the way of clarity and progress. What may seem like deceit could be just mixed emotions.The problem is that chasing down specifics is sort of like a puppy chasing it's own tail. Rather than jump into a stew-pot, let it boil a bit and see if it simmers down. If at first you don't succeed, just take a break and review the possibilities later. When all get more certain of what they want, it will be easier to move in concerted effort as a team.

New Years Resolutions are just a Part of the Equation!

New Year's resolutions are just a part of  getting down to business over the next month, and throughout year of 2013. Decisions need to be made as to whether you want to rejuvenate an existing relationship or start anew. You may also be considering going back to school, embarking on a new career, establishing a new exercise regimen, or moving to a new location. In any event, your self determination to get pro-active & make positive change in your life is likely to be overpowering right now. The Universe is supplying fertile ground for an opportunity to move forward and for personal development on all levels. The "Efficient"  Virgo Moon harmonizes with both, "Transformational" Pluto and the Sun. All three planets are in "grounded" earth signs, and Pluto and the Sun are in the sign of the "High-Achiever," Capricorn. Moreover, the Moon forms a positive alignment with "Stabilizing" Saturn in "Relentless" Scorpio showering  you with boundless determination to reach your goals.

"Expansive" Jupiter is in a negative aspect to the Virgo Moon making it rather difficult to carry out big plans today, however, set your "intentions" now so that your ideas come to fruition down the line.

Although New Year's Resolutions are "part" of the equation, these declarations oftentimes get forgotten by mid February, (right around Valentine's Day). Therefore, it's important to take time out now to 1). Jot down any milestones you wish to  reach in 2013. 2). Create a vision board and 3). Develop your road-map for the future. This will keep you on track & steer you in the right direction to a bright, productive and happy year!