This week we are experiencing some planetary shifts that you will feel intensely! We’ll discuss why this is worth paying attention to and how to navigate it with ease.
At the beginning of the week, Mars retrogrades back to Cancer. This is actually quite a challenging astrological placement, as Mars falls in Cancer. As we mentioned earlier, planets rule certain signs and have signs in which they feel comfortable/stronger and signs in which they feel less comfortable/weaker.
Mars is the planet of action, initiation and taking charge. It is fiery and direct, and likes to be independent and not attached to anything or anyone. So you can imagine that it is not very comfortable for such an archetype to be in a watery, sensitive and emotionally oriented sign like Cancer. Therefore, when we collectively have this placement in the heavens, it is often a time when you feel suppressed or blocked in your ability to make things happen.
In addition to Mars being in Cancer, it is also retrograde, further intensifying this energy of feeling stuck or unable to start and finish things.
At this time you are asked to go within and focus on directing your efforts and energy inward. Pay attention to your emotional world and ask yourself: what wounds, traumas, and habits are getting in the way of your confidence to stand on your own two feet and achieve the things you set out to do?
There is never such a thing as ‘good’ or ‘bad’ placements in astrology. However, everything has its time/season. During this time, take it easy and don’t fight yourself or try to make things happen or go in a certain direction, especially if you feel thwarted. Be curious again about what is going on inside you and which emotions motivate and encourage you to take action in general.
Some of the positive qualities of Mars in Cancer include being very sensitive to the emotions of those around them before making any choice or decision. Mars is strongly influenced here by the effect its behavior has on other people and how this affects them and their emotional well-being. We can all learn something from this energy and practice not being so self-centered and one-sided when we hope things will go one way.
Additionally, one of the ways Mars in Cancer energy can manifest is to make you feel emotionally charged and more sensitive. If someone says something that hurts your feelings, you may be more likely to lash out or become defensive. Pay attention to this tendency, try practicing mindfulness and ask yourself why certain things affect you in certain ways.
More often than not it will be something reminiscent of a difficult or painful memory or dynamic from your childhood or older wounds and traumas.
On the other hand, Mercury moves from Sagittarius to Capricorn, which is another major planetary shift.
As you may know, Mercury is the planet of communication and the mind, and being in Capricorn is a grounding energy in the midst of all these things happening. When Mercury is in Capricorn, you may think more seriously or practically about your ideas and mental pursuits. It is not the time for lofty, grand and impractical undertakings, which are actually much more Sagittarius in nature.
When Mercury is here, it is good to make lists of the things you want to achieve. It’s also a time when communication feels more sensible and down-to-earth. You may have a more practical and collected approach to sharing/expressing your thoughts.
Overall, try to find a balance between these two opposing energies/signs on the Cancer/Capricorn axis. Learn how to feel and care for your feelings while also remaining rational and thinking things through pragmatically before taking action! These are both cardinal signs, which are great for initiating new things and manifesting/bringing things into physical form.
Planetary locations during this week
- The Sun: Capricorn (December 21, 2024 – January 19, 2025)
- Mercury: Sagittarius (November 3, 2024 – January 8, 2025) Capricorn (January 8, 2025 – January 27, 2025)
- Venus: Pisces (January 2, 2025 – February 4, 2025)
- Mars: Leo (November 3, 2024 – January 6, 2025) Cancer (January 6, 2025 – April 18, 2025) Leo (April 18, 2025 – June 17, 2025)
- Jupiter: Gemini (May 25, 2024 – June 9, 2025)
- Saturn: Pisces (March 7, 2023 – May 24, 2025)
- Uranus: Taurus (until April 25, 2026)
- Neptune: Pisces (until March 30, 2025)
- Pluto: Aquarius (November 19, 2024 – March 8, 2043)
Daily astrological snapshots
Monday January 6
Sun
Ibex
Moon
First quarter in Aries – the energy will be active, fiery and possibly even spicy in the coming days!
You may feel more restless and agitated, so make sure you focus that energy in a useful and constructive place.
Astrological aspect
Mars retrograde moves towards Cancer – You may feel emotionally volatile and charged during this time.
Be honest about your feelings with others so that your emotions don’t end up suppressing and exploding!
Tuesday January 7
Sun
Ibex
Moon
Taurus – when the moon is in Taurus, you are more likely to feel the desire to be cold, soft and grounded.
Use this energy to your advantage and allow yourself to enjoy the simple pleasures of life.
Astrological aspect
Moon in Taurus sextile Venus in Pisces – you may feel a stronger desire today to connect with your loved ones and express affection more easily.
Wednesday January 8
Sun
Ibex
Moon
Taurus
Astrological aspect
Mercury moves into Capricorn – in the coming month you can expect communication to be more pragmatic, sensible and grounded.
This is a great time to put your thoughts and ideas into physical form!
Thursday January 9
Sun
Ibex
Moon
Gemini – energies are more light-hearted and airy. You can think of Gemini as a butterfly.
Allow yourself to float between different things these few days, and don’t feel the need to be tied down or committed to one thing.
Astrological aspect
Moon in Taurus conjunct Uranus – energies are electric and experimental these days!
Answer the call for change and allow yourself to break out of emotional ruts and patterns that no longer serve you.
Friday January 10
Sun
Ibex
Moon
Twin
Astrological aspect
Moon in Gemini conjunct Jupiter – you may feel extra mentally stimulated today with a stronger urge to put your thoughts and feelings into words.
This is a great day to communicate your emotions and pursue things that excite and excite you mentally!
Saturday January 11
Sun
Ibex
Moon
Cancer – the energy is more internal these days. You may feel more sensitive and emotional. Give yourself that space. It’s a good day to go inward and think about your feelings.
Astrological aspect
Moon in Gemini square Venus in Pisces – it is very possible that you feel conflicted between your emotional needs and what you experience within your relationships.
Make sure those you connect with can meet you on an emotional level. Also, practice expressing your needs and boundaries more and more with your loved ones.
Sunday January 12
Sun
Ibex
Moon
Cancer
Astrological aspect
Mars in Cancer trines Neptune in Pisces – this is a great day to turn your energy inward and focus on taking care of your emotional world.
It is also a good time to practice exercises that allow you to express your feelings and relationship with the mind.
Then join astrologer Terence Guardino for this week video astrology prediction.
