Astrology forecast for Jan. 19-Feb. 11
By Cortney Litwin/Staff Writer
The end of January brings a pair of uplifting Jupiter influences, with talkative Mercury and romantic Venus-a fine time to express appreciation for those you admire. Just don’t let the obsessive Pluto-Venus combo or the illusionary Sun-Neptune influence cloud your common sense.
Several planetary changes include daring Mars moving into earthy Taurus on Feb. 3, a push toward financial gain; Mercury transits into innovate Aquarius on the 6th for some thought-provoking shifts in consciousness; and Venus heads into passionate Aries on the 8th, heating up (or aggravating) romance. The Full Moon on Feb. 6 in Leo assures a social time with friends and/or a romantic partner.
If you know your rising sign from your time of birth, read that also.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
Financial opportunities abound through your own efforts. Social contacts during the Full Moon prove beneficial, too. Romance ignites after Feb. 8, but you may have to first resolve a difficult issue with your partner the week before.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Romance soars at the end of the month, but stay away from controlling people. A new cycle of energy finds you ready for action after Feb. 3. The Full Moon brings lots of activity swirling around your home environment.
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
An innovative idea places you in the limelight after Feb. 2, if you can resolve a conflict with your boss or client. A new approach leads to success. Creative communications are heightened during the Full Moon.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
Clarity is needed in the financial arena around Feb. 1, when you may be offered erroneous advice. The Full Moon also emphasizes financial activities and may bring an opportunity. The urge to travel may see you planning a summer vacation.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Dream big and use your creative talents around Feb. 1; just be careful of donning rose-colored glasses in the romance arena. Your personal life soars during the Full Moon, and your career gets energized for the next month.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22
A burst of optimism at the end of January sees you widening your vision for the future, which includes a significant other. It’s time to clear out old issues about love. The Full Moon initiates a spiritual awakening.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
A need to transform your relationship may throw you off balance temporarily around Feb. 1. Positive inner changes are in the works. Friends assist you during the Full Moon, when you’ll attract what you need from others.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
A romantic hiccup around Feb. 1 will prove enlightening in a positive way. At that time, too, clarity regarding your family life is a necessity. The Full Moon energizes your career with interesting challenges as well as opportunities.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Your career and family life vie for your attention at the end of January. Intuition soars around Feb. 1, when your truth-telling talent may be tested. The Full Moon brings enlightenment about your future, and possibly a trip as well.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
A friend may need your assistance around Jan. 29. Clarity is needed in the financial arena at the beginning of February. On the positive side, look for a moneymaking opportunity during the Full Moon, which may involve a partner.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
If you can clear your mind and meditate regularly at the beginning of February, you may experience a startling psychic insight about your personal life. The Full Moon heightens your charisma and desire for a one-on-one exchange.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Intuition and creativity blend nicely to initiate an interesting endeavor around Feb. 1. Just don’t make any practical decisions during that time. Love takes center stage, but not without challenging you to face a past issue about romance.