Astrology for January 2-8 2025
- Noa Belillti
- Jan 2
- 3 min read
Mars Opposite Pluto, Part II
There is a lot of anticipatory tension in the air at the start of the new year. Luckily, on January 2 we are blessed with a softening energy when Venus enters Pisces until February 4. Venus is exalted in Pisces and helps to bring out our inner creatives and connection to the divine. A beautiful time to channel any frustrations or inspiration into art, music, dance - any creative medium - or spirituality. Venus in Pisces can make us all a little more open to pleasure and connection, but with caution as this placement is also known for having rose-colored glasses. With Saturn also in Pisces at this time, healthy boundaries are necessary in order to engage in fruitful good times.
On January 5, Mars retrograde in Leo exactly trines the North Node at 0º Aries. Mars retrograde is a hot point right now because on January 3 its is also holding an opposition with Pluto in Aquarius at 1º. This aspect is very active all week, but may peak/breakthrough at this time due to the trine to the North Node. The first time Mars opposed Pluto happened back on November 3, 2024, while Mars was in Cancer and Pluto was in Capricorn at 29º. Reflect on what was going on then for you. Similar themes surface now likely related to what was occurring then. Themes of frustrating power struggles between you and another person or entity. Pluto is the more powerful planet in this opposition, as Mars is retrograde, and Pluto is not interested in the old ways of doing things, nor saving face or keeping egos intact. This power struggle is felt throughout the week and will confront us all in some way with where we are holding onto old power dynamics, places where we want to be or maintain the old control, situations where we may be posing as leading/doing what is best for the group, but there are some undercover motives that involve what is best for ourselves. How do we go after our desires now with all that has transpired since November? These two opposing forces must find a way to meet in the middle or scrap it all and part ways. Pay attention now, because we will see this again. This conversation is most intense this week, but will continue in the background until another stand off occurs in late April.
On January 6, Mars retrograde re-enters Cancer until it goes direct on February 23. This further pushes the Mars energy of taking action in a defensive space. It is wise to consider triple checking the ledgers. Mars here is moved to take action from an emotional space. If we can remember not to act impulsively or be overly reactionary, we can be guided to make the right moves based on the wisdom of feeling our feelings. Slow down and listen.
On January 8, Mercury enters Capricorn until January 27. This puts our mind in a productive place. We are mentally focused on our goals and ambitions, what we would like to see built and flourish in the long term. This is a great mind for planning, strategy, and the phrase “slow and steady wins the race,” and remember, “Rome wasn’t built in a day.” You don’t have to launch it all at the top of the year. Think practically. Eliminate clutter. Get organized. Set yourself up for success.
Noa is an astrologer and artist based in Austin, Texas with a love for nature, live music and the occult. She has been practicing astrology for 10 years and is dedicated to making astrological concepts more widely accessible and useful for navigating everyday life.
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