A Tarot Reader Predicts What Each Zodiac Should Expect Before January 8

Aries

Your card: 5 of Wands

Though you may want the week to go smoothly, outside forces are going to make that a lot harder. Someone in your life sees you as competition and will get in the way as best they can. Luckily, you don’t have to rise to the bait.

Taurus

Your card: The Devil

It’s going to be harder than ever to avoid temptation this week. Considering it’s the first week of the year, that likely means you’ll be struggling extra hard to keep to your New Year’s Resolutions. If you can stick to it right now, it’ll be a lot easier next week.

Gemini

Your card: The Emperor

You hate it when people tell you what to do, and you’ll be faced with that kind of authority this week. You have a choice. You can either do what you’re told or struggle against it. There are pros and cons to both scenarios, and it’s up to you what’s the best action.

Cancer

Your card: Justice

Focus on what is fair this week. That doesn’t just apply to other people, but to you as well. Is it fair to give more of yourself than others? No, so make sure you aren’t helping others at the expense of yourself.

Leo

Your card: 8 of Swords

Something will happen this week that you’ll say is totally out of your hands. You have way more power than you give yourself credit for. The more responsibility you take, the better off you’ll be.

Virgo

Your card: The Empress

Someone in your life will need help this week. While you might want to come to the rescue with concrete advice and a helping hand, all they’ll really need is someone to listen to them. Be the nurturing presence they’ll need to feel better again.

Libra

Your card: 2 of Wands

It’s time to make a decision. While it can be hard to do when there’s no obviously correct choice, you’ll just have to bite the bullet this week and choose. The more you plan for this new transitionary period, the better.

Scorpio

Your card: Page of Wands

Let your enthusiasm and creativity guide you this week. Explore your creative passions with abandon. The muse has found you, so it would be a shame if you just let it pass you by.

Sagittarius

Your card: The Hierophant

While you’re not normally the kind of person to stick with traditions, you’ll have a nostalgic pull toward them this week. You could uphold old traditions of your family or even create new ones for your life as it is now. You’re the boss.

Capricorn

Your card: 8 of Cups

This week is your time to finally let something go. Holding on does nothing more than keep you stuck in negativity. While walking away is hard, you’ll be far better off in the long run–and the sooner you do it, the better.

Aquarius

Your card: Page of Swords

When you get a feeling of curiosity this week, follow it. If you trace the thread, you’ll end up learning something new that might just turn into your new favorite hobby or fixation.

Pisces

Your card: 6 of Swords

Your life is full of new opportunities, and this week will especially feel like it’s nothing but change and transition. You have the power to determine whether you’ll struggle against the change or embrace it fully.