Your January Horoscope: A Potent Cosmic Lineup

2020 is your most ambitious year, Aries. The emphasis is in your 10th house of career. Whatever you do; a barista at Starbucks, a phone sex worker, or the CEO of a Fortune 500, step up your game. January has the most potent cosmic lineup, eclipses, and the most anticipated celestial alignment of 2020: the rare, transformative, Saturn - Pluto conjunction. As a collective, we are at a turning point in history, and you, dear Aries, have a starring role. On January 10th, the full moon lunar eclipse (a new moon on steroids) lands in your 4th house of home and hearth in the sign of Cancer. This eclipse cycle has been activating your 4th house since July 2018. Aries, the universe is asking you to find that delicate balance between work and your personal life. Your abode is your comfort zone; you are a closeted homebody. This eclipse cycle, which only occurs every 19 years, is gifting you the opportunity to heal family dynamics. Just imagine how liberating it can be not to have to take a toke or have a few drinks before family gatherings? Freedom! Don't waste it; forgiveness is real, and it feels so good. January 12th brings the much-anticipated conjunction between karmic Saturn and destroyer Pluto in Capricorn, activating your 10th house of career. The last time this celestial event took place was in 1517 when Martin Luther started the Reformation, by posting his Ninety-Five Theses on the Wittenburg Church door. This courageous individual with a voice created a new branch of Christianity. Pluto deals with power and transformation, while Saturn deals with structure and time. The colliding of these two powerful planets always occurs with historical events. The abuse of power, corruption, and those in authority making decisions are under scrutiny. The profound question for you: how are you using your power? Is your moral compass aligned? You are prone to temper tantrums, and patience is not your best quality. Now is the time to transform yourself. Aries, you are the courageous leader of the zodiac. Your voice must be heard. One courageous voice can change the world. Be that voice, Aries.

Renew your passport, Taurus! This is your year of wanderlust. The planetary lineup activates travel, learning, different cultures, and spirituality. 2020 will be a mind, body, and soul experience if you let it. January is the most anticipated month of the year. A full moon eclipse and the rare celestial even: the Saturn and Pluto conjunction. As they say, "May you live in interesting times." Well, they have arrived, Taurus. Please lead the way. The year starts off with a full moon eclipse, in the sign of Cancer. Eclipses are game changers, lasting up to a year. Think turbocharged full moon. The eclipse cycle started in July 2018, and only comes around every 19 years. Highlighting your 3rd house of communication, your attitude, siblings and community. This is where you feel the most nurtured and supported. Relish in the connection and let it recharge throughout the year. How is your attitude? Is the glass half full or half empty? Well, fill it up -- with gratitude. Get involved in your local community, whether it is galvanizing a political campaign, teaching yoga to the elderly, or mentoring kids. Just get involved! You need community, Taurus. The big event of 2020 happens on January 12th, when the planet Saturn and Pluto come together. The last they were in the sign of Capricorn was in 1517 at the start of the Protestant Reformation. If you didn’t pay attention in school, this was a huge event which changed the course of history. Google it. This depth of celestial alignment is always causes epic newness. Residing in the sign of Capricorn, expect shifts in governments, world leaders and decision-makers.The times are a-changing again. Think about how this climate of change can apply to your own life, Taurus. Your 9th house of travel is activated, beckoning you to spread your wings, learn and expand your worldview. This year is not about doing the same old, same old; you know how fixed and stubborn you can be. Instead, take risks. Think House Hunters International. Maybe you’ll end up living in another country, zip code, or taking a 3-month sabbatical. Just like Anthony Bourdain did, invite lots of people to join your table. We all need the interconnectedness, especially in these tumultuous times. By the close of 2020, I am banking on you to be my worldguide, guru, and teacher. Keep a compassionate heart, open mind, and broad tolerance as we begin a new decade. Lead the collective towards a higher purpose, Taurus; it will come back to you 2020-fold!

Who do you think you are, Gemini? 2020 brings about deep transformation and personal growth, the kind that builds careers of spiritual gurus! You've been gearing up for these changing times quite a while, since the big boss planets, Pluto and Saturn, settled in your 8th house since 2008 and 2017. As we enter not only a new year but a new decade, think about the emotional baggage you may still be carrying. Now is the perfect opportunity to leave it behind. Book an appointment with a therapist pronto to clean the slate and plan what you want moving forward. January is one of the most powerful months of 2020. There is a full moon eclipse in Cancer, along with the arrival of a massive astrological event: Saturn and Pluto meeting up in Capricorn. This is a historical game changer. Eclipses are the universe's way to shake us out of complacency. A restless sign, you'll be basking in the newness that awaits. This eclipse cycle has been in motion since July 2018, shining a strobe light on your 2nd house of self-worth, talents, and cash. Do not cower; be courageous and find your professional focus. The energy of this cosmic power comes around only once every 19 years. So, tune in! You could get a job offer or create a new business partnership, uncovering the career path you are meant to follow. Gemini, your sense of self-worth and emotional security are tied to your income. You're multi-talented, like someone out of the Renaissance, so you need to choose which direction suits you best. The most anticipated celestial event happens on January 12th, when powerful Pluto and taskmaster Saturn meet up. The last time these two connected in the sign of Capricorn was in 1517, when Martin Luther nailed the Ninety-Five Theses to the Church door, ushering in the pivotal Protestant Reformation. Once again, we are entering into a period of epic change. This time, you get to participate and rewrite your own history, a juicy one. All of this transformation takes place for you, dear Gemini, in the 8th house of intimacy, sex, and psychological patterns. When these two planets merge, you'll be keenly aware of what needs addressing. You'll probably need to go back to the therapist. Get to the adult toy store. Listen to mystics. Whatever you uncover, you'll need to dive deep, purge what no longer serves you, and tend to your intimate relationships, with yourself and with others. All of the build up to this time will result in change; I promise you that. Break-ups, breakthroughs, or breakdowns are on the agenda. At the end of 2020, you'll be amazed at how much you've changed and grown. "The lotus flower grows in the mud, the deeper the mud the more beautiful the lotus blooms." May you blossom as a lotus flower. Happy, new decade, Gem!

Leo, 2020 will be an odyssey toward optimal wellness. January sets the tone for the entire year with an eclipse and most powerful transit of the decade. Add the much-anticipated meeting between karmic Saturn and transformative Pluto, and expect epic, historical changes. The last time these planets conjoined was 1982, the year that TIME Magazine named a non-human-- the computer --"Man of the Year." Do you understand the magnitude? The new cycle begins on January 12th in the sign of Capricorn, which rules politics, abuse of power, and ruling hierarchies. Our world will be changing in real, conscious ways. So will your life, for the better. I'm so excited for revisions to your personal history. This is the year to delve deeply into your health, Leo. I am not referring to self-indulgent, personal care. I'm talking about the body, mind, spirit connection and holistic meaning of wellness. Are you ready to commit? You have so much celestial support. On January 10th, a full moon eclipse lands in your 12th house. It is a zillion times stronger than regular full moons and lasts for six months. Eclipses are a universal message to wake and shake you up. This eclipse cycle began in July 2018 and only occurs every 19 years. Please, dear Leo, don’t miss this opportunity for true, inner healing. The 12th house is inviting you in to experience solitude, inner peace, and emotional wholeness. I know this all sounds healy-feely, but trust me, it will serve you and those in your life. Your tender side gets activated and you'll be a more compassionate, softer, and kinder Leo. No pressure, but we kind of need you right now! Go on a spiritual retreat; volunteer; take a digital detox; find your source of higher power. If you suffer from addiction or depression issues, this is the ideal time to enter rehab. This wellness journey continues with the Saturn-Pluto conjunction in your 6th house of health, work, and the daily grind. Balance is imperative. Saturn and Pluto have been holding court here for some time; urging you to make health a priority. Book those annual appointments. Practice yoga and meditation. Make sure you have a strong self-care regimen and team to start the new decade. Pluto the powerful, ruthless planet, is demanding you to purge, whatever and whoever no longer serves you. This includes work, home, social circle, and even the media. Saturn will give you the discipline and structure to make necessary changes. Get ready to jettison heavy baggage. When Saturn and Pluto join forces, the sky's the limit. Be limitless, Leo. Know that by the year's end, you are likely to be a healthier, lighter you. Bring on 2020!

2020 is the year of all things creative, Virgo. January sets the tone for the new decade, and it's gonna be a very inspiring month. There is an eclipse and the mega-star transit when Saturn and Pluto meet in the sign of Capricorn. This celestial lineup is historic, occuring only once every 33-38 years. Each time, it ushers in shifts on a global scale. The last one hit in the mid 80s when technological advances revolutionized world economies and opened closed doors to capitalism. These planets seek to balance out what's unjust or unstable. Okay, Virgo, how does all of this apply to you? Well, you may not become a global leader; but you are beginning an amazing new cycle of rebirth and reinvention. Capricorn is your astrological soulmate, a fellow hardworker and doer. With the influence of the heavy Saturn-Pluto conjunction on January 12th, you're ready to break free of sameness and attract more of life's good stuff. This meeting takes place in your 5th house of creativity, love affairs, kids, and all that brings you joy. Let's be honest, Virgo. You haven't exactly had the most joyous few years. Now, you have the opportunity to manifest what sparks your creativity and expands your happiness! Is there a better time given what's happening in our world? Think creatively about creativity. It isn't limited to artistic expression. Creativity is about your perception and place in the world. On the dawn of a new decade, creativity means tapping in to the sources of inspiration in your life and growing them. Start figuring out, per the original musician, Pharell, "what happiness is to you." I'm already clapping over here! Virgo parents, give your kids extra space to do the same this month, especially when power struggles arise. Don't be that helicoper parent from hell. With Capricorn in charge of the 5th house, you'll be tempted toward over-responsiblity. When it comes to romance, there can be no quick swiping or casual sex. Your encounters will be more of the serious, passionate, and obsessive kind. Committed Virgos, expect your partnerships to strengthen and deepen. The full moon eclipse occurs on January 10th. Think full moon on steroids, with lunar energy lasting up to 6 months. Landing in your sensitive sign of Cancer, the focus will be on your social house of friends, tribe, and dreams. Are there any toxic people you need to break up with? Unfollow on social media? Don't worry; this is the year to purge and seek optimal happiness. So, choose your friends wisely, Virgo. Think compassionate, considerate, and loving relationships, especially now. To round out your reinvention, focus on creative people who speak your language. Here's to happy, 2020, Virgo!

2020 is all about family, Libra. Whether it's your DNA family, chosen family, or fur babies, it's family focus. January sets the tone for the whole decade. We are in eclipse season and also welcome the celestial transit of the decade--the meeting of karmic planets, Saturn and Pluto. They join up on January 10th in the sign of Capricorn. The last time this celestial event took place was in 1517, when Martin Luther started the Reformation by posting the Ninety-Five Theses on Wittenburg Church's door. The colliding of these two planets always coincides with major historical events. Nearly 400 years later, the issues of target have changed from religion to government. The abuse of power, corruption, and those in positions of authority are all under scrutiny. Does this come as any surprise given the last four years? While we will all be affected by this transformative energy, you, lovely Libra, will be feeling the dynamic effects in your 4th house of home and hearth. Saturn and Pluto have been taking up residency here for quite a few years, so this isn't a wholly unfamilar. Still you are beginning a new cycle, offering a prime opportunity to deal with lingering family issues once and for all. Don't you want to enter a new decade with greater peace and harmony in this realm of life? Wouldn't it be great to engage in active listening with relatives sans judgment, eye rolling, or consumption of drink and drugs? Listen; I know it won't be easy as Libras stop at nothing to avoid confrontation. You'd much prefer to host a fabulous dinner party with the family if you must, dress up, and pretend all is well. So sorry, but passive-aggressive behaviors will not work in this cosmic alignment. Libra, be brave, chin up, and deal with the hard stuff. You'll feel so liberated on the other side. Okay, you may actually have to pop an edible...This planetary lineup also focuses attention on your physical home. Maybe you've bought a new home or renovated your existing one. You are likely dealing with greater responsibilities than ever before. Are you part of the sandwich generation, caring for aging parents while also raising kids? Grappling with increased mortgages payments, car leases, healthcare bills? You have my empathy! Whatever the case, Libra, you must handle grown-up responsibilities and rise to new challenges. The good news is that these celestial aspects also provide a once-in-a-lifetime chance to purge, transform, and release family drama. Call your therapist, rearrange your furniture, and host a few parties with your most chill friends if it gets too intense. On January 10th, the first full moon of the decade--a zillion times strong--arrives as an eclipse. It highlights your 10th house of career, and comes around only every 19 years. So, in between healing the family issues, you'll have to find time to tend to your worklife. Are you in position to fulfill 2020's work resolutions set last month? If not, rethink and redirect. It's critical to strike a balance between your home and work. This will be much easier if you heed my advice above, heal family issues, and free up space in your life. It takes a brave soul to navigate all of this at once. I believe in you, Libra, and toast to a harmonious home in 2020!

Tame your mind in 2020, Scorpio. This may be the most difficult challenge you've ever faced.  According to the National Science Foundation, an average person has 12,000-60,000 thoughts per day. 80% are negative while 95% are repetitive thoughts. The new decade offers you a chance to reverse these ratios. January is going to be one intense month, with an eclipse and the much-awaited conjunction between your CEO, all-powerful Pluto and taskmaster Saturn. This rare occurrence only comes around every 33-38 years. Historically, changes of global impact happen at these conjunctions. In 1947, after the turmoil of WWII, the International Monetary Fund was started to reduce international poverty and foster economic growth, while the Truman Doctrine aimed to counter Cold War threats. Almost 75 years later, Pluto and Saturn now dwell in the sign of Capricorn. The blending of these planets in Capricorn again highlights global relations and leaders. We'll also be keeping a close eye on abuses of power, corruption, and resistance--not suprising given the current state of affairs. The world is shifting. Pay attention to these planetary cycles.  They are real and, though perhaps scary, necessary for growth. You, Scorpio, are being challenged to think about your life and the world in different ways. These big-boss planets, Pluto and Saturn, have been holding court in your 3rd house for the past few years. This is the house of attitude, mind, communication, learning, and community. Scorpio, you are prone to obsessive, dark thoughts. When you go south, it's nearly off the Antarctic South Pole. You are a serious, deep thinker who doesn't do superficiality. But it can be harming you. The dawn of 2020 brings a perfect opportunity to tame that Monkey Mind, a Buddhist term for a brain that doesn't shut up. Meditation is essential for you. Practice it, along with anything to distract your thinking.  You know that your thoughts become your actions. Your words have power. Change the dialogue, and you can redirect your life, helping others in the process. We are so desperately in need of clear, honest communicators. Scorpio, rise up and use your talents to bring about positive change. On January 10th, a full moon eclipse enters your sign. It's the universe's way to shake you out of complacency which is key given your fixed way of thinking. The eclipse cycle,  started in July 2018, comes around every 19 years. This one lands in your 9th house of travel, spirituality and learning. So, book that trip for a meditation retreat! Expand your worldview, Scorpio, while chanting your mantra. Whatever you do, it's your responsiblity to tackle the Pluto-Saturn conjunction and make it work for you. Here's to a quieter and more powerful mind in 2020, Scorpio!

2020 is your year to get things done, Sagittarius! Anything truly worthwhile takes great effort; so buckle down and start. The new decade brings profound changes, globally and personally. January kicks things off with turbocharged aspects. There is an eclipse along with the most powerful transit of the decade, a long-anticipated meeting between transformative Pluto and karmic Saturn. The last time this rare conjunction occurred was in the 80's when yuppie-dom, big money, and materialism ruled. Things have since shifted--or have they? Well, Pluto-Saturn are challenging you to get very clear on what you envision for the new year. What do you value, Sag? What are your priorities at this point in life? A full moon lunar eclipse lands on January 10th in the sensitive sign of Cancer. Lunar eclipses are uber-powerful moons, sent to motivate and move you out of complacency. This eclipse cycle began in July 2018 and only comes around every 19 years. It shines a spotlight on your 8th house of shared resources, investments, and intimacy. As you begin the decade, its essential to organize your finances. You can be generous to fault, dear Sag, It's a truly admirable quality, until your credit card statements arrive. So, if 2020 is about money, think frugality. You will sleep more soundly without interest accruing while you do. Envision a flush bank account--that's aspirational and very feasible! When it comes to intimate relationships, you're a sap, a little needy in the deisre for emotional safety. This full moon is going to make you even sappier. Take a personal day and stay in bed, connecting with your loved one and fur baby. On January 12th, the rare conjunction between transformative Pluto and cautious Saturn occurs in the sign of Capricorn. This meeting always coincides with momentous, historical events. Power struggles, abuse of power, and ethics are all taking center stage--haven't they been for seemingly forever? This power play lands in your 2nd house of your talents, self-worth and cash. There's the money focus again; pay attention. These two, big boss planets have been residing in the 2nd house for a while. They are demanding purposed action in your work life and taking steps to share your unique gifts. Launch your start-up? Write that blog? Teach? Become CEO of the company you work for? The opportunities are limitless; it is up to you, Sag, to sieze them. Step into your power and show the world you mean business. At the end of this year, you'll be so proud of all that you accomplished. No whining, short cuts, or illegalities. You will get caught. And I do not want to read about you on Google News. Cheers to your productivity in 2020, Sag!

Happy birthday, Capricorn! Capricorn season of 2020 will be revolutionizing. Your birthday gift is a bit selfless this year--sharing your wisdom and power with the world to make it a better place. We really need to receive this gift; so thank you in advance. Many Capricorns will make history as the new decade dawns. Greta Thunberg, a fellow Cap and climate change activist, is a stellar example. The much-anticipated celestial event of the decade occurs on January 12th, as transformative Pluto collides with cautious Saturn. When these two karmic planets merge, epic events occur. The last time they were both in the sign of Capricorn was 1517 and Martin Luther posted his 95 theses on the Wittenberg church door. One person's actions ignited the entire Protestant Reformation. Once again, imminent change is on the horizon. The shadow side of Pluto and Saturn in Capricorn is the abuse of power, corruption in government, and unethical world leaders. As we know, these issues are pertinent and under scruity now. What does this mean for you, Cap? This same celestial cycle inspires positive new direction and evolution. Pluto and Saturn have taken up residency in your 1st house of self, identity, and personality for the past few years. You possess the power to redefine and reinvent yourself on the dawn of this decade. This celestial alignment comes around only every 400 years; and you have chosen to be a part of it. This is auspicious; don't let something that happens twice a century pass you by! Lucky Jupiter is there in support, encouraging you to think about long-term goals and choices . Do you want to pursue a new career? Get on Indeed. Network via LinkedIn. Put out feelers at social gatherings. Are you living your best life? Hire a life coach or consult a psychic to help guide you. Do you feel connected to family and place? Get DNA testing to know where you truly come from. The full moon lunar eclipse on January 10th highlights your personal relationships. Eclipses are game changers; they are the universe's call to shake things up. This eclipse cycle started in July 2018 and only comes around every 19 years. If you are yearning for a partner, this is the year to call one in! Get creative about where to find them. Those partnered, please tend to your love relationships and nurture what nurtures you. It will come back to you 100 times. Whatever the changes, know you have extra power to effect them in 2020. Happy birthday to us, Cap!

2020 is a year of weirdness, like you, Aquarius. The new decade begins with a very potent full moon eclipse, followed by one the biggest celestial events of the decade, a Pluto-Saturn conjunction. On January 12th, transformative Pluto meets up with cautious Saturn, and things get intense. This combination occurs rougly every 33 years, each time coinciding with a major historical happening. The conjunction in 1947 when Israel gained its independence from Britain, and the first UFO was sited in Roswell, New Mexico. This time, the planets collide in the sign of Capricorn which rules governments, banking, and world leaders. Look out for corresponding abuses of power, unethical actions, and corruption at the highest international levels. Sounds like a night on the Rachel Maddow show, huh? Pluto breaks down a structure, then rebuilds anew, while Saturn wants to keep the status quo. For you Aquarius, this rare Pluto-Saturn conjunction takes place in your 12th house. This mysterious house is your door to self-awareness, connection to the divine, and keeper of hidden secrets. Deep stuff, indeed. Pluto has been on an archeological dig here since 2008, and it hasn't been an easy ride. Saturn joined him in 2017, providing extra prodding to do the challenging work of self-exploration. I'm referring to secrets you keep buried, even from yourself. Pluto and Saturn are the great revealers. Expect scary skeletons to come out of the closet. It's okay; we all have them; you're just fortunate enough to have a perfect celestial alignment for transformation. Seriously, take this precious opportunity to heal your inner demons and start the decade off less weird. The keys to open the 12th house are meditation, stillness, retreat, music, art, or helping others. By cultivating these practices, your compassion and empathy will naturally expand. Our world is in desperate need of these qualities now, so please show up. As the humanitarian of the zodiac, this should be an easy invitation. Go retreat into your private, spiritual world however you choose. Then seek out ways to pay your wisdom forward. The world can be a better place because of your uncovered insights, Aquarius. On January 10th, a full moon eclipse lands in Cancer. Eclipses are wild cards, unpredictable and strange. This cycle started in July 2018, demanding that you tend to your health and work. How's the self-care going, Aquarius? While you're striving for inner peace, you must still tend to the daily grind of life. Work/life balance is imperative; so don't get too spaced out hanging in that 12th house. You've got sensitive Cancer joining this cycle to help keep you focused. Use the energy of the full moon to ensure that your environment suits your vibe. Release, delete, and remove anything that doesn't feel in sync with you. Nuture yourself and allow in greater softeness--from bed linens to spiritual practice. While relishing in all of the healing you've cultivated in 2020, never lose your Aquarian uniqueness!

2020 is all about connections, Pisces. Think max, six degrees of separation between you, the people who can benefit you and vice versa. You need to close the gaps and network like crazy this year! January has the most potent, cosmic lineup, full of eclipses and the most anticipated celestial alignment of 2020. I'm talking about the ultra rare, transformative, Saturn - Pluto conjunction that will rock the charts on January 12th. As a collective, we've arrived at a turning point in history, and you, dear Pisces, can play a key role. This alignment will help tap into your own power while building up the power of those around you for significant change. It's perfect timing with the dawn of a new decade! The last time these two heavy planets met in the sign of Capricorn was 1517, start of the Protestant Reformation and a revolution in world religion. Pluto breaks down a structure, then rebuilds anew, while Saturn works to keep the status quo. This epic conunction now occurs in your 11th house of friends, social networks, and community. This powerful duo has been holding court there since 2008 when Pluto entered and Saturn followed 2017. Friendships and alliances have been tested; at times it's been brutal, though necessary. Pluto forced you to release friends or associates you no longer connect with or who do not have your best interests in mind. This is not easy for you Pisces; you’re so forgiving and accepting, but you can't keep every stray puppy. Move on. There's always meet-ups, online communities, business associates, and neighbors to find new connections. Just be judicous, cultivate relationships that will serve you personally and professionally. On January 10th, a full moon lunar eclipse lands in Cancer. Eclipses uproot and shake you out of complacency. This steroidal full moon highlights your 5th house of self-expression, romance, creativity, pleasure, and kids. This is the feel-good, pretty stuff. Its energy is fertile for pregnancy or creative births. Get inspired, Pisces! This eclipse cycle, initiated in July 2018, only occurs every 19 years. Pisces, as one of the most imaginative signs of the zodiac, look for new sources of creativity. Apply this creativity to your networking efforts. Join a political campaign; become involved in activism or a social cause of impact. You always find beauty where most do not see it. Please show us; we all need to see and experience more beauty these days. Just remember that you need people and they need you. Through your connections, you can lead the way toward a better world in 2020. We're counting on you, Pisces!