Note:  the dates in this forecast are for Pacific to Eastern time.  

Unless I provide a specific timeframe, we’ll feel the energies 24-72 hours before the date I mention (the date when the planetary alignment is exact).  

They’ll gain strength as they approach, and linger for 24–48 hours after, gradually fading with each passing hour.

💫 Executive Summary

The holidays are over and it's back to work!  And wow, this week brings a big surge of dynamic, optimistic planetary energies.  The Sun, Venus and Mars all stay close together throughout the week, boosting motivation, enthusiasm, passion and zest for life.

But, I need to tell you something - they're opposed by Jupiter.  It can be too easy to get too carried away and feel overly enthusiastic.   Watch out for grandiose promises, and don't make them yourself! 

BTW, I've noticed over the years that in the world affairs, Mars-Venus conjunctions (like the one peaking this week) can bring an exacerbation of conflict, driven by the passionate belief in fighting for a cause.

To make the best of this week: 

• The entire week is excellent for pursuing passion projects:  basically, whatever makes your heart sing. 
  
  
• Monday and Tuesday are good days to build a relationship with your boss, and maybe even strategize together.  Just remember to revisit your plans next week, when the energies become more grounded and practical.  (the Sun conjunct Venus)
  
  
•  Wednesday is great for starting a diet or a cleanse (the Moon is waning in Virgo).
  
  
• Friday is an excellent day to work on a project that needs a lot of stamina.
  
  
• The Moon slips into a lengthy Void of Course on Saturday.  It's a good day to plough through your chores though: the Mars-Jupiter opposition might just give you extra energy!  Save important new beginnings for another day (see the Moon Void of Course dates/times at the end of this post). 

Key Astro-Happenings This Week: 

✨ January 6:  the Sun Conjunct Venus

The Sun, Venus and Mars in Capricorn stay very close in the skies this week.   It brings an intense focus on your values, relationships and long-term goals.  

Best For:

• Reflecting on what - and who - is truly worth investing in (think of energy as currency, same as money!)
• Building a relationship with your boss - all this planetary goodness is happening in Capricorn, after all.
• Reflecting on your calling - what difference do you want to make? What stirs your passions? 

✨  January 7:  Venus Conjunct Mars; Waning Moon in Virgo

Ooh la la! What fuels your zest for life?

Best For:

• A hot date if you're already in a relationship
• Losing yourself in a passion project
• On a very different note, a waning Moon in Virgo is the best time of the month to start a diet or a cleanse. 

Avoid:

• First dates.  Venus is building to an opposition with Jupiter.  Relationships started under a Venus-Jupiter opposition can over-promise big time, leading to potentially serious disappointments.  Sadly, I have clients who can attest to this 🥲

✨ January 9:  Sun-Mars Conjunction; Venus Opposite Jupiter

A very energetic and optimistic day! 

Best For

• Working on a project that needs stamina

Avoid:

• First dates
  
• Making big purchases.  Venus-Jupiter oppositions can prompt overspending.  

 ✨ January 10: The Sun and Mars Opposite Jupiter

Another energetic and optimistic day.  But, the Moon slips into a lengthy void of course as of mid-morning (see "Moon Void of Course" below).

Best For:

• Powering through your weekly chores

Avoid:

• Starting new important undertakings once the Moon goes Void of Course. 

🕰️ Moon Void of Course

Avoid starting anything new you want to succeed during these periods:

• January 6 5:05 a.m. to 8:57 a.m. PST
  
• January 8, 3:23 p.m. to 4:06 p.m. PST
  
• January 10, 9:54 a.m. to January 11, 2:55 a.m. PST