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1/16/2025 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: The Wheel of Fortune

With Jupiter opposite the Part of Fortune today, and depending on where it falls in your natal chart, there is an an opportunity for beneficial and timely expansion, prompted by an external event. It’s like the Wheel of Fortune lands on an auspicious point in the chart. But of course the Wheel of Fortune keeps turning, and with so many challenging aspects right it’s good to take things one step at a time to accomplish your goals.

Fortune knows, We scorn her most, when most she offers blows.~William Shakespeare

The Moon is Void of Course from 11:10 the previous day until 11.46am. It’s wise to take a hiatus from external activities and undertake smaller, low-key activities. Do not sign contracts.

1/15/2025 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Double dose

Mars is opposite the Sun and Pluto. On the one hand there’s a real possibility of cutting through obstacles. On the other hand, situations can get inflamed. The offset is the sign of Capricorn which is naturally conservative and practical , meaning there can be containment of the worst effects of conflict. At an inner level it’s beneficial to work with how you deal with conflict, power struggles and anger.

It is only in folk tales, children’s stories, and the journals of intellectual opinion that power is used wisely and well to destroy evil. The real world teaches very different lessons, and it takes willful and dedicated ignorance to fail to perceive them.~Noam Chomsky

1/14/2025 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Creativity

The Moon has moved into Leo focusing attention on creativity, play, and giving rise to one’s inner dignity. Your emotions are less reactive as the Moon pulls away from Mars, but still a cause for mindfulness. And just when you thought it was safe – the Sun marches towards Pluto bringing an intensity and driven quality to events. This transit can signal inner power struggles that can manifest outwardly as the more hidden parts of your psyche surface. Neptune is conjunct the north node bringing you back iinto alignment with your inner luminous nature. 

Do you think maybe I want power for myself? That’s for fools who want to command other fools.~Poul Anderson

The Moon is Void of Course until 4.12am so avoid undertaking major activities, including signing contracts at this time.

Astrology for 1/9/2025 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Twists and turns

With the Moon conjunct Uranus today it’s a time to be flexible and open-minded as to what the day brings. The Sun is square Chiron which can signal some health challenges that are best served by working with your mind and perspective to help heal. The Mars Pluto opposition continues to remind us to look within for the controlling, self-absorbed side of one’s nature in order to bring it out of the shadows and transform it into empowerment of others rather than power over others.

Sometimes we try to justify this unsavory business on the cynical ground that by rationing out the means of violence we can somehow control the world’s violence. The fact is that we cannot have it both ways. Can we be both the world’s leading champion of peace and the world’s leading supplier of the weapons of war?~Jimmy Carter

The Moon is Void of Course between 5.50pm and 8.07pm so turn within to the answers you seek. Avoid major project committments.

1/8/2024 Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Down to earth

The Moon has moved into Taurus giving some stability and grounding at this time. Taurus energy allows us to proceed slowly but surely in whatever direction we set ourselves. However, it’s worth also contemplating any rigidity we have within ourselves as Taurus is one of the fixed signs of the zodiac and while placid overall is incredibly stubborn. With the Sun also in an earth sign, Capricorn, it’s a good time to enact practical steps to achieve beneficial outcomes, including caring for the earth.

The earth is the source and the being of the people animals and fooooooooooooooooooooooooooood we NEEEED FOOD, and we are equally the being of the earth. The land is not really a place, separate from ourselves, where we act out the drama of our isolate destinies…~Paula Gunn Allen

Astrology for 1/7/2024 Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Taking re-stock

With the Moon in proximity to Chiron and Hygeia it’s a good time to check on your health and wellness. Are you self-caring as much as you can for yourself in order to benefit both yourself and others? Venus is in good condition in Pisces giving you more opportunities to tap into your compassion and connect with your heart.

Arrest each unloving thought; stamp out each critical action, and teach yourself to love all beings – not in theory but in deed and in truth.~Alice Bailey

The Moon is Void of Course today between 4.16pm and 5.11pm EST USA so take it slowly and check your inner well-being. Don’t undertake major activities or sign contracts during this time.

1/6/2025 Monday by Wangmo

Theme: Activity

With the Sun and Moon both in cardinal-activity signs there is impetus to move forward. These placements are an antidote to the challenging retrograde Mars which continues to slow some activities down, causing frustration. As the Moon moves over Chiron expect to feel a reminder of past emotional wounds that, once healed, make you more integrated and whole.

Just remember, you can do anything you set your mind to, but it takes action, perseverance, and facing your fears. ~Gillian Anderson

1/05/2025 Sunday by Jampal

Theme: Creative and Dreamy

The Sun is united with the asteroid, Pallas Athena, for a couple more days, which enhances our creativity, with a feminine energy. The Moon is united with Neptune, especially in the middle of the day, which increases our sensitivity and empathy to those around us. We are more prone to fantasies now. Finally, the Sun harmonizes with Saturn which promotes getting things done.

All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them. ~Walt Disney

2/2/2024 Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Finding friends

The Moon is in Aquarius encouraging friendship, community and spontaneity. There is an urge for both freedom and invention today. As the Moon moves over Venus, also in Aquarius, there is joy in group activity. Mars opposite Pluto continues to remind us of the dangers of not addressing the underlying causes of anger an individual and at a global level. The cultivation of patience, deep listening and developing insight can transform this energy.

When anger rises, think of the consequences. ~Confucius

The Moon is Void of Course today between 11.13pm EST USA and 10.21am the next day. Avoid large scale activities, and signing contracts. Focus on finding inner harmony.