For All Signs
This year begins with a Mercury retrograde in the sign of Capricorn. Global and national leadership will hesitate over decisions, ask for additional information, and may create a new PR story every day on the state of the world. It is interesting that this phenomenon will be repeated at the end of this year. On a more personal level, we will likely feel indecisive as well, and it may be a challenge to manage our schedules. This is temporary. Mercury goes direct on January 22.
Aries
It would be easier if you could take a vacation this week, but you probably used your available time during the holidays. It may feel as though you are blockaded from all directions. Forward motion is very difficult because you have to go back and finish details from the past. Take your time in order to avoid mistakes.
Taurus
A career project involving change of direction that was begun last January is now at a point of final harvest. Here is where you decide if it is worth keeping. You may be contacted by a former lover or a teacher/mentor, just to say hello and touch base. Or you may choose to make the contact.
Gemini
Since Mercury is your ruling planet, you are more likely than other signs to notice the alterations as it turns retrograde (see lead paragraph). You may change your mind, rework, or put things on hold in any of the following areas: credit and debts, taxes, insurance, any invasive medical or dental procedure.
Cancer
The new moon occurs this week in the area of partnership(s), clientele, and significant others. This suggests that changes made by others will be affecting your own circumstances. It may be difficult for you to know where you are going because the “other” cannot get clarity. Have patience. The cycle is brief.
Leo
You are probably particularly aware this week of the need to return to your self-care rituals. The mood has been jovial through the holidays and you probably overindulged in goodies and other fun things. So now is the time to review and find ways to reconnect to your health routines.
Virgo
You may feel particularly creative and social this week. You want to enjoy things of beauty. Favorable developments in your neighborhood, or with children, roommates, and/or siblings brighten the week. Activities involving travel, romance, or education are also auspicious. Enjoy!
Libra
Expect surprises and quick shifts of plans related to children and/or lover this week. You have a desire to make changes in your environment, just for the sake of change. Suddenly you want to see different scenery. You are subject to impulsive spending now. Just be sure it is for something you really want.
Scorpio
Take especially good care of yourself throughout this week and next. You are subject to minor accidents, difficulties related to bones and teeth, and may generally have reduced energy. Be patient with yourself and others. This is a temporary low cycle. Study and reading are your best activities now.
Sagittarius
Venus enters your sign this week and will be traveling “with you” through February 3. Her presence gives you an air of poise and beauty, and people will simply like how you look. Often when Venus is prominent we become more interested in art forms or have a desire to make improvements in personal appearance.
Capricorn
Mercury is retrograding in your sign, so it will particularly affect you and your direction (see lead paragraph). You may have a strong desire to make contact with friends you have not seen for a long while. Unfortunately time binds, either yours or theirs, may interfere with a good visit. But you can make a plan for later.
Aquarius
Last January you adopted a fresh persona. This may have involved clothing, hairstyle, name change, or personality tweaking. You are now at the point of final harvest and return of investment. So are you happy with the “new” you? Probability says yes, so keep it up and capitalize on it at work.
Pisces
You may be struggling with an internal conflict this week. One part of you wants to be practical, follow the “rules,” and stay with the program. Another side of you is feeling tired, lazy, or just plain self-indulgent. You may need to remind yourself once again how important your self-improvement program is to you.
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This article appears in Jan 1-7, 2003.
