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New Horoscopes: It's January— Shake Off Last Year's Vibes

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It’s time to shake off last year’s vibes and keep on cruising towards the sick new beat of 2015. The players are still going to play, and the haters might still hate, but you can be confident that no matter what your sign, the year to come holds remarkably positive opportunities. Several long term planetary cycles shifted in December, allowing us to start off the year with a totally fresh perspective. You might not know exactly where the stars are aligned for you yet, but new directions will become clear in the weeks ahead. 

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The end of December was extremely illuminating for you, and may have held some unexpected, turbulent, but not altogether unwelcome moments of change. Uranus, the planet of independence and freedom was retrograde since the end of July in Aries, limiting your capacity to create change while simultaneously encouraging you to abandon everything stable in your life. On December 21, Uranus finally came out of retrograde, allowing you to start the year off feeling wild and free. The power dynamics have shifted, and you're very clearly back in the driver's seat where you belong. January holds the potential for more abrupt turns, so stay alert and keep your mind open to what's next on the horizon.  

As the first quarter of the year begins, you're starting to understand a new assignment that Saturn, now in Sagittarius, has for you. Over a three-year period, Saturn in Sagittarius will be asking you to open your mind to new options and update your cache of knowledge. You may feel like seeking greater depth in a certain field that has always intrigued you. Saturn will encourage your educational urges if you want to go back to school, or simply sign up for a course to enhance your expertise.

Get your running shoes, black leggings, and HBA shirt ready for this spring, when your look is going to get seriously health­goth after a new series of eclipses begin in Pisces and Virgo, effecting your 6th house of health and welness over the next year. You'll really start to catch the bug after August 11, when Jupiter also enters your 6th house, forcing you to think about fitness. 

Your ruling planet Mars is actively transiting your house of social activity for the first two weeks of January, so focus on having fun with friends. This would be the perfect time to plan a group gathering of any kind for maximum mingling. I suggest you maximize your enjoyment of the outgoing energy while you can since Mercury enters retrograde in the same area of your chart on January 21, which could throw off your social calendar. This retrograde is not forecasted to be exceptionally harsh for Aries, but the one consequence could be that you cross wires with some of the same friends whose company you enjoyed so thoroughly at the beginning of the month.
“Bye Felicia!” you said to Saturn in Scorpio on December 24, when this much maligned planetary aspect finally stopped hating on you. For three years, Saturn was trolling in your 7th house of relationships, draining your energy with unnecessary drama. Ultimately, Saturn wanted to strengthen your commitments, but in order to get to a place of power you may have had to sever ties that were holding you down. Another possibility is that you had to end a relationship you had with a certain habit that wasn't serving you. Now that you have completed the cleanse and made amends with people from the past, you can enter 2015 free and clear of the energy vampires!

Besides Saturn, a cycle of eclipses in 2013-­14 also contributed to the relationship oriented energy you felt over the past two years. This year we enter a new cycle centered around Pisces and Virgo, igniting your house of new romance and bringing the possibility for fresh new flames to burn. The social sector of your chart is also highlighted in this series of eclipses, so you should get out and groove in March and April so you can make new connections and share your funky and fun feelings.

In January, you have huge career opportunities while Venus, Mars, and Mercury all transit your 10th house of serious success. All month long, you will feel support from powerful people, but new opportunities for work, or the possibility of an advancement within your field, could come up unexpectedly around the new moon in Aquarius on January 20. If you are planning to move to a new company or take on a freelance job, just make sure that all the details are thoroughly considered because Mercury will be retrograde from January 21 onward. If you have to start work during this period, be flexible and expect changes to take place. It will be fun to mix things up! 

It's time to deal with your cosmic case of ADD in 2015 and focus your energy in one (or maybe two) directions rather than scattering it across the universe this year. Saturn, the planet of "werk" entered your opposite sign Sagittarius on December 24, where it will remain for most of the next three years reflecting its concentrated energy towards you. A Gemini loves to have a plethora of choices, but while Saturn is in this placement you should attempt to confront your fear of committing to a single option, especially in regards to relationships. Forget about the flirtations; it's very possible you will make an important long­term connection with someone during this transit, although Saturn will most certainly create some kind of challenge before you can settle down. Don't be afraid to go in deep, because you could miss a fated connection with someone special.

If you are beginning the New Year with financial resolutions, the full moon in Cancer over the first weekend of January will help finish cycles from the past and let you move forward with new financial plans and projects for the entire year to come. Think of the bigger picture and focus on developing new and creative ways to make money that give you more free time to focus on the truly important matters in life. A Gemini's gift is versatility, so turn one of your many skills in to a money­making enterprise rather than just a hobby.

This year, Mercury will retrograde in all three air signs, focusing on mental energy and innovative thinking. Work with the retrograde cycles and they will illuminate your life, revealing previously unseen information. Mercury will begin its first retrograde of the year on January 21 in the sign of Aquarius, which has the capacity to confuse all of your technological devices. In Aquarius, Mercury will transit your 9th house of higher knowledge, sending you some strangely spiritual messages through text or email. Or maybe you should consider turning off your phone entirely for a technological cleanse, which will help clear your mind.




It's about the money in 2015, and you don't have time for anything that steers you away from the hustle. Positive cash flow is guaranteed while Jupiter is blowing up your second house of financial resources until August 11. This bountiful influence will reveal new means to monetize your talents and show the world what you are worth. Although slightly counter­intuitive Jupiter's placement in 2015 is in some ways more desirable for you than last year's transit through Cancer. Every 12 years, Jupiter graces your sign with positive vibes and expansive energy, broadening your horizons. Last year, Jupiter was in Cancer until July, leading to life changing transformation and personal growth. But for a loyal, caring Cancer, it can be difficult to totally up­end routines and change your life when you prefer steady routines and the comforting vibes of home. In 2015, you can chill out a little bit more and still enjoy the positive benefits of Jupiter's expansive resources without running yourself ragged.

You may be starting off the year feeling sentimental about relationships that had to end in 2014 because you grew out of them. As I said, it can be hard for a Cancer to let go of the past, but the full moon over the first weekend of January in your sign will help you make major steps forward with or without companionship. You should make two lists for yourself on the full moon, one of all the things you want less of this year, and one for what you want to manifest more of. This date will be a gateway in to the abundance of 2015.

Two eclipses this year will activate your career sector, one on April 4, and another on September 27. Both will provide new opportunities for you to express your ambitions at a higher level. The lunar eclipse in Libra on April 4 will be a softer nudge—think of it like a pat on the back for a job well done. If you have a professional project you've been working on that hasn't been celebrated or promoted, plan something strategic around the eclipse to maximize the impact of your work. The eclipse on September 27 could make business matters feel a little bit more hectic, but as long as you balance your personal life with your professional life everything will continue to go smoothly.


You've been feeling fine, fresh, and fierce since the good luck planet Jupiter entered Leo in July of 2014, and this wild and free phase will continue until just before your birthday in 2015. You certainly can't stop these vibes, however, you may need to find a lower wavelength as the year begins. Jupiter turned retrograde in the beginning of December 2014, and it will continue to go backwards until this April. Don't worry, you didn't totally lose your good luck charm, this just means you may need to curb your enthusiasm and focus on filling in all the details before you rush on to the next vibration. While Jupiter spins backwards, you'll get a flashback to the highlights of August, September, and October. There was a golden thread you missed that needs to be woven into your cosmic quilt.

The first weeks of January will be electrifying for your closest relationships because Venus, planet of love, will join Mars, the planet of passion in Aquarius where they will transit your 7th house, which governs all the ways you relate to another person. Venus and Mars make an attractive and interactive aspect to Jupiter while they reside in your house of relationships, bringing you closer to someone special. This placement is also highly positive for all of your professional partnerships, and it's possible you will begin a new project that blossoms in the coming months. Follow your heart this month, but at the same time, take things slow and don't let your passion burn out. You'll want to hold on to this moment.

Mercury joins Venus and Mars in your 7th house of relationships on January 4, preparing to go retrograde on January 21. This means that there could be some confusion surrounding the partnership that you are focused on for the first three weeks of the month. Aquarius is an innovative and unusual sign, and this retrograde could lead to an inventive solution or a totally bright idea that actually improves a business venture or relationship situation. To prepare yourself mentally for the retrograde, release your expectations of reality-based relationships and embrace a postmodern approach to partnering.
 


As the middle child of the Zodaic, sometimes, you feel left out of the cosmic fun. 2015 will not be one of those times. This year, Marcia Brady, not Jan, will be your spirit animal, and there are literally a bunch of transits that will help you come out of your shell. A new series of eclipses in Virgo and Pisces, your opposite sign, kicks off in March, promising to transform your world for the better. The solar eclipse in Pisces on March 20 will seduce you into a new cycle in the partnership sector of your chart. Throughout the Fall of 2014, the career sector of your chart was hot, so the eclipse in March is likely to present you with an opportunity to work with a new partner or employer rather than a raging romance. Keep yourself open to new opportunities throughout the winter, but remember to be scrupulous about all the details like usual. Romance is definitely likely in March even if the focus is work, and new matches will be made if you are not currently involved.

Your obsession with detail can sometimes reach OCD levels, and in 2015 you will need to have all the details to satisfy your desire for organized living. As soon as Saturn, the planet of rules and reason entered Sagittarius at the end of December, it began to form an aspect with Neptune in Pisces in your 7th house of relationships that will be the guiding principle of the next three years for you. If there has been a lack of clarity in the way you relate to someone, or maybe with everyone in general, this will be the time to problem solve the situation.

On January 21 Mercury, your ruling planet will enter its first retrograde of 2015, and this time, it could be pretty confusing. Mercury in Aquarius will be in your 6th house, the natural house of Virgo, effecting your routines and your workplace. Be conscientious about the conversations you have with colleagues to avoid any misunderstandings. There will be positive side effects to this retrograde because Mercury in Aquarius will electrify your imagination, giving you the opportunity for creative problem solving.
All the rose quartz in the world could not have helped soothe the unharmonious energy that proliferated your world in 2014, but this year, an essence of zen will finally be floating back in your direction. Mars, the planet of war, was in Libra for seven months creating chaos across many zones of your life. Now that these Martian memories are definitely a thing of the past, your scope has broadened, allowing you to move in to the new year with bright spirit. Socializing is your forte, and with expansive Jupiter in your 11th house of groups until July, your popularity is sure to be on the rise. Make connections between all your PPL, It's time to think on a larger scale and expand your social network.

Consider the career connections you made in 2014 around the full moon in Cancer in January 5. The planetary pressure last year pushed you forward, and you are likely to get some encouragement to continue forward around the full moon, which will fall in your 10th house of fame and success. With Jupiter in your 11th house of social connections, at the very least you'll get a few new followers on Instagram!

Relationships continue to be exciting, but unpredictable, in 2015. Two more eclipses will affect your relationships, one in Libra on April 4 and another on September 27 in Aries. Focus on yourself, and be clear about what you want and need around the eclipse in April and the people around you will listen. In September, you will be focused on someone else, and this will be a pivotal point in a close relationship that could bring you closer together or push you farther apart. Love is always on the Libra brain, but what you should really focus on this year is your multitude of fun and fascinating friends.



You just stepped out of the celestial steam room, feeling light and refreshed since Saturn left Scorpio on December 24. For three years, you had to sweat out all the imperfections that were holding you back, and if at times you thought the heat was too turnt up, you'll be happy to reap the benefits in the future. Major career developments are on the horizon in the first month of 2015, so it's perfect that you're entering with a fresh perspective, ready to work.

Jupiter, the positive planet, remains until July, so people will continue to look towards you for leadership and expertise. Basically, you're the boss. This month, Venus and Mars both send Jupiter a push, which could help catapult your long-term plans towards the top. You will have to put in extra work if you want to make something big happen, but the potential is definitely there and the planets will be highly supportive.

On January 21, Mercury will begin its first retrograde of the year in the sign of Aquarius, effecting technology that you keep at home. You can rest assured that your portable devices will survive the retrograde, but if your desktop is due for an upgrade, make sure all your valuable info is backed up. This retrograde also has the potential to create a portal to the past that puts you back in touch with old friends or family you totally lost touch with. An unexpected reunion could be cute and exciting! 



On December 24, 2014 Saturn put you on the spot, and if your response wasn't totally on point, you'll have three years to work on a re­take. While Saturn is in Sagittarius, you will have to hone your craft, work on your rap, and generally spend time focusing on self improvement. The first few months of 2015 will be all about getting in to a new groove and figuring out what's on the horizon and how you can actualize the highest version of your self. Don't worry if it feels like you are several incarnations away, because you definitely have time.

You will have to get focused over the next few months, but you can use January to experiment and make a plan. When Saturn entered Sagittarius, it began to make a clarifying aspect with Neptune in your 4th house, which rules the place you call home. Neptune tends to create a foggy, confusing energy wherever it falls in your chart, and it has been lingering for four years. It's going to be there for quite a while longer, but while Saturn puts the pressure on, you'll get closer to figuring out what your dream home looks like and where it's going to be.

There are four eclipses in 2014, but two will be the focus for you, on March 20 in Pisces and on September 13 in Virgo. The eclipse in Pisces on March 20 will help you get settled into your living situation, or provide you a new option and possibly even a move to a new city. Get organized before the September eclipse in Virgo, because it will be totally focused on your career, and your work over the past two years will be reviewed. If you have any professional projects that have been brewing over, plan to publicize them around this date for maximum projection and impact.
Thinking about abandoning your material concerns and taking off to Tibet or Nepal? 2015 will be all about the spiritual journey for you. This suggestion might sound totally crazy to someone as down-to-earth, practical, and ambitious as you, but the more you consider it, I'm sure you will feel the yearning for deeper connection and karmic knowledge coming up. Your newfound faith comes thanks to an edict from your ruling planet Saturn, which shifted in to Sagittarius late in December entering your house of spiritual concerns for three years.

While Saturn is in your 12th house, you may find yourself dissolving into a relationship. If your intuition tells you this being is the one, go all the way towards opening your heart chakra together, for the stars are aligned for soulmate situations. You will definitely be feeling the love in the first week of January as Venus finishes a month-long transit through Capricorn, improving your love life and elevating your mood.

Venus, Mars, and Mercury will all transit your 2nd house of financial resources in January, which will be a huge bonus to your bank account. Your mind might be focused on the immaterial world, but that's really where the money is in our techno­economic reality. Innovative ideas will be flowing from your consciousness, and you shouldn't discount any possibility because it seems outlandish or impractical at first. 2015 is about fully exploring new options and making them work.


2015 explodes onto your timeline, with Mars, Venus, and Mercury all entering Aquarius within the first days of the month, making you the center of attention. Zip ahead with all the plans and resolutions you made while you're plugged into the planetary pulse. Your ventures might be working out so well, that you don't fully believe it's possible. That's because Jupiter, the planet of good luck, is in Leo, where it will remain until July, reflecting positive energy back towards you. While Venus, Mercury, and Mars are in Aquarius, they will vibe with Jupiter, tripling the energy reserves you have to play with. Think of this planetary alignment like the plummeting price of oil that are working wonders for the US economy. Fill your tank now and go for a joyride, but remember that you will need to deal with the environmental consequences of your carbon footprint.

Partnership is on your mind for the first half of 2015 while Jupiter is in the romantic sector of your chart. Usually, you like to keep it cool and play the game from a distance when it comes to love, so you might be surprised by the passion you are feeling. My advice is to strike while the iron is hot and dive fully in to the relationships on your horizon. You'll have so much fun with all the people you meet this year!

On January 21, Mercury will enter its first retrograde of the year in Aquarius. I saved this information for last because I don't think you need to worry about it as much as you may think. Mercury in Aquarius naturally leads to innovative ideas and creative thinking, and the retrograde will actually double your capacity to see beyond the regular. Welcome the new normal and accept everything strange that happens with a blithe sense of wonder.
2014 was a trickling stream for you, so you are totally ready for the waterfall that's about to form in the year ahead. Eclipses come in a series of four, spaced out over the course of about two years. You will have two eclipses this year that create massive change throughout your life and help open up new channels of flow for all your creative talents and positive potential. The first eclipse will be on March 20 on the Pisces new moon. With the dreamy influence of Neptune nearby, this eclipse has the power to make anything happen for you. Start drumming up your new moon mantra now and make sure you use the marvelous manifestation power that you will be presented with in March. 

On August 11, Jupiter enters Virgo for a year long transit through your seven partnerships. Jupiter gives you good vibes wherever he lands in your chart, but this is really one of the most positive places to find him. Enter new relationships, both friendly and romantic, with the knowledge that they will be joyful and exciting. If you are currently connected with someone romantically, your bond will deepen over the next year. The effects of Jupiter will be enhanced by another eclipse, this time in Virgo, on September 13 effecting your positive time to make commitments, including business plans. 

Saturn entered fellow mutable sign Sagittarius on December 24, meaning your dreams will not be realized overnight, but through this journey you have the chance to achieve many of the long­-term goals you have been plotting. Saturn in Sagittarius asks that you be bold and make adventurous choices. Express yourself louder and more confidently in 2015 with the knowledge that your message will be heard and appreciated.

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