This week: A somewhat cranky Cancer Full Moon, flavored by contentious Mars and Pluto; the Sun finishes up its journey through Capricorn with connections to Mars, Uranus, and Neptune, then enters future-facing Aquarius. Venus squares off with Jupiter, then comes together with Saturn to stabilize. Opportunities arise when Mercury connects with Venus and Saturn. And a listener question about Pluto transiting the 7th house and its impact on potential relationships. Plus: Lashing out, spiritual etiquette, and what’s squirming under the surface!

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[1:26] The Sun trines Uranus at 23°23’ Capricorn-Taurus (Jan. 13, 12:13 am PST). The Sun symbolizes a strong, healthy ego; Uranus transits demand that we reinvent ourselves. The Sun's Sabian symbol is 24 Capricorn, A woman entering a convent and speaks of entering a contemplative space to pursue a spiritual goal.

[3:12] Moon Report! The Cancer Full Moon is on Jan. 13 (2:27 pm PST, at 23°59’ Cancer-Capricorn). The Sabian symbol for the Moon is 24 Cancer, A woman and two men are on a bit of sunlit land facing south. The Sun is on 24 Capricorn, A woman entering a convent. Check how you’re balancing emotional connections with career goals.

[5:26] This is the Full Moon in the Lunar Phase Family Cycle (LPFC) that began with the July 17, 2023 New Moon at 24°56’ Cancer. The First Quarter in this LPFC came on April 15, 2024; the Last Quarter is on Oct. 13, 2025.

[7:09] Void-of-Course (VOC) Moon periods. On Jan. 13 (8:45 pm PST), the Moon trines Neptune. It’s VOC for 4 hours 27 minutes and then enters Leeeeeooooo on Jan. 14 (1:12 am PST). 

[8:20] On Jan. 15 (8:10 pm PST), the Moon in Leo squares Uranus. It's VOC for 12 hours 36 minutes (!!!) then enters Virgo (Jan. 16, 8:46 am PST). 

[9:37] On Jan. 18 (6:01 pm PST) the Moon in Virgo trines the Sun in Capricorn, then is VOC for 1 hour 31 minutes before entering Libra (7:33 pm PST). 

[11:08] Venus squares Jupiter at 11°59’ Pisces-Gemini (Jan. 14, 11:48 AM PST). Appreciate what makes you feel good and happy without sacrificing too much in the process.

[13:17] The Sun opposes Mars at 26°12’ Capricorn-Cancer (Jan. 15, 6:39 pm PST). The Sun’s Sabian symbol is 27 Capricorn, A mountain pilgrimage. Mars is on 27 Cancer, A storm in a canyon. Practice being nonreactive.

[15:30] The Sun sextiles Neptune at 27°35’ Capricorn-Pisces (Jan. 17, 3:20 am PST). Make Neptune's dreams a reality.

[17:03] Venus conjuncts Saturn (Jan. 18, 5:26 pm PST) at 16°05’ Pisces. This aspect supports long-term commitments and responsibilities in relationship and finance.

[19:18] Mercury sextiles Saturn (Jan. 18, 11:38 pm PST) at 16°06’ Capricorn-Pisces. Time for a reality check! Gain a renewed perspective on stories about yourself.

[19:56] Mercury sextiles Venus (Jan. 19, 8:32 am PST) at 16°41’ Capricorn-Pisces. This is an opportunity to figure out what it is we want and to keep our eyes open for clarification.

[20:31] On Jan. 19 (12:00 pm PST), the Sun enters Aquarius. It'll be in this sign until Feb. 18, 2025. It's the season to pursue what’s important to us instead of following society’s dictates.

[22:58] Listener Candace asks about Pluto transiting the 7th House and its impact on relationships.

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