1/6 Horoscopes from Beliefnet

The Moon enters emotionally sensitive Cancer the Crab at 1:38 am EST, reflecting our need to feel--but not necessarily to act. The bigger cosmic news of the day is that Mercury, the winged messenger, completes his 21-day retrograde phase and appears to move forward once again. Communication issues are emphasized, but it could take a few days for things to really start them moving. Mental logjams are getting ready to give way. Also, beautiful Venus forms a supportive sextile with dark Pluto, pulling us toward what we cannot see and do not understand.

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ARIES (March 20–April 19):

You have been holding onto feelings which are not convenient for you to express. They can get in the way of your immediate happiness. But, unexpressed, they are an obstacle to your long-term happiness. Now, as Mercury begins to move direct, you too, will begin to move your life forward. But not yet. Holding it in for a few more days will add to your strength of conviction.

TAURUS (April 20–May 20):

Love is an intense emotion now, especially as you may be wrestling with hidden fears. You could be afraid of digging deeper because you don't really want to know what is behind your compulsion. But the mysteries are calling you and there's an attraction that you just cannot resist. You are like a moth being drawn into the flame. There are surprises in store for you along the way and the potential of satisfaction once you discover what lies beneath.

GEMINI (May 21–June 20):

Hold onto your hats, Gemini, for it's all about to change. Well, maybe you can let your hats go, but hold onto your thoughts, for it is the end of Mercury's retrograde phase that will release you from all the thoughts that have been holding you back. You're ready to fly, but you are too serious now to let go of your feelings. Give it a few days--and then it will be a new ball game.

CANCER (June 21–July 22):

You might want to put on your SCUBA tanks and bring along some extra oxygen, for you are taking a rather serious plunge into the deep waters of your own feelings. You may be overly concerned about your own happiness or about the safety of someone that you love. If you feel your emotions are too heavy, you need to remember to breathe. Put on your imaginary oxygen tanks and practice deep breathing. Don't try to escape from the depths. Instead, breathe your way through them.

LEO (July 23–August 22):

You aren't saying everything you know--and it's not just because you are afraid to express yourself. You are doing this for someone else's good. Or so you think. There's no need to be hard on yourself now. Be quiet if that feels right. You are under no obligation to talk. Even if it takes a few days, let the worried thoughts and intense feelings settle down before you act on them.

VIRGO (August 23–September 22):

Your planet, Mercury, commences his regular forward movement today, thus marking a turning point in the progress of your life. Look back over the last three weeks as you try to understand how your own thoughts have been slowing your progress or holding you back. Whatever you discover, resist the temptation to act on it right away. Your perspective will deepen and change through tomorrow's Full Moon. After that, you'll know what to do and when to do it.

LIBRA (September 23–October 22):

You look at what's going on now and you really want to do the most responsible thing--if you only knew what that was. You've been stuck long enough. Your deepest desire may now be to get to the bottom of whatever it is that has been gnawing at you from just below the threshold of awareness. You now have the strength of mind to go into your own hidden thoughts. However uncomfortable they make you feel, you know that it's going to get better once you've figured this out.

SCORPIO (October 23–November 22):

If it seems like you've been unwillingly drawn back into old territory, things are about to change. As the Moon's light increases until it's full tomorrow, your emotions and thoughts continue to build with intensity. This isn't light or easy stuff, but if you have done your spiritual and emotional homework, things are about to get easier. Ride the wild waves the best that you can, without trying to control them. The storm will play out and you will be richer for having had the courage to reconsider what you thought you already knew.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22–December 21):

It's not always easy being a Sagittarian, for others expect you to be outgoing, optimistic and to encourage them, even when things are tough. But sometimes you need your own down time. Although you might be able to see the light around the bend, practice feeling your way through the dark--even if you are afraid of it. In these deep emotional spaces, there is nothing that can hurt you, except your own fear of what you do not understand. Use this time to seek that which you don't understand, regardless of what others want from you.

CAPRICORN (December 22–January 19):

You could be in your own element today, even if your emotions are running a bit stronger than you'd prefer. You don't always have a hard time with your feelings. It's hardest on you when you cannot tell what is real. This, however, is real. And that's what makes it easier for you. Forget about what you are going to do with what you now know. Instead of making plans, just soak it all in for a couple of days. Be open to the truth, wherever it may appear.

AQUARIUS (January 20–February 18):

You have an easy and casual way of bringing up the deepest of subjects now. You can disarm others on the surface, but once you are into it, they might be amazed at the depths of your feelings. Usually you Aquarians are good at keeping your emotions out of logical discussions. You prefer knowledge to emotion. But now, the two seem to be more intertwined as feelings display hidden truths. Remember, a Full Moon is on the way, so it could take a few days for you to reclaim your cool and rational foundation.

PISCES (February 19–March 19): After being out on the edges of the cosmos for a while, you are back in this world. You are not, however, standing on solid ground. Instead you are swimming through the familiar backwaters of your own consciousness--a favorite place for you Fish. You aren't quite ready to come up to the surface, but you're thinking about it. You have some deep sea treasures yet to discover from the depths of your own emotions. A confrontation with someone will unexpectedly bring you back onto dry land, but you'd be better off if you evade the conflict and keep swimming for another day or two.