Horoscope For Today: Friday, January 17, 2025

Today the sun and moon are both positioned in hard-working earth signs, invigorating our collective work ethic and capacity to get a lot accomplished.

The moon in Virgo keeps us on steady ground today, making no notable aspects throughout the course of the morning, while the sun at 27° Capricorn makes a clean sextile to Neptune in Pisces at 6:01 AM EST, giving us a welcome boost of creativity.

In the heart of Capricorn season, it’s easy to feel burdened by responsibility, but the Piscean touch of fantasy lends an innovative touch to everything we do and enables us to see the magic in the mundane. It’s a Friday, so we can anticipate some good albums and movies to be released into the world today: a tangible representation of what can happen when the best minds in business strategize with high-achieving artists.

That said, if your job or household requires your productivity and detail-oriented mind today, try to finish up all the tasks you can manage in the early hours of the morning, before the cosmos throws us a curveball in the latter half of the day.

The moon’s aspects in the latter half of the day are significant in the sense that they will cause disruptions to our carefully laid individual plans, but they are also likely to bear down heavily on the collective, demanding that certain structures undergo re-evaluation.

First up is the moon’s square to retrograde Jupiter in Gemini at 11°. This takes place at 10:32 AM, reflecting a tonal shift mid-morning that may be felt in our collective inability to focus on one specific task at hand due to distracting information coming in from all sides: legacy media, social media, your group chat, and gossip around your office.

Turn off your phone if you can’t be interrupted and try to avoid hyperfixating on one specific goal. It might not be your blessing to claim quite yet, but patience is key. When Jupiter stations direct, it is far more likely that you will see your blessings rush in suddenly.

Fruitful dialogue about what is and isn’t working will come much more easily at 2:26 PM, when the moon trines Mercury at 13° Capricorn. This is a great time to give an engaging presentation at work and connect with a wide audience. If you work in social media, take advantage of the collective openness to authenticity and schedule today’s posts to go live around this time. At the macro level, world leaders may make statements weighted with significance, but even if news is sombre this afternoon, the public is likely to be receptive.

At 4:46 PM, women’s and children’s issues are strongly highlighted when the moon makes an exact opposition to Venus at 14° Pisces. Mothers may feel as though they are not being heard or valued by society at large. If you can, approach a woman in your life who is overwhelmed and overworked, and offer to help ease her burden. Sometimes the simplest acts of kindness resonate the strongest.

As Venus and Saturn grow closer to an exact conjunction, the increased commitment to women’s solidarity and the formation of intergenerational women’s groups, especially those with a spiritual and creative emphasis, is almost certain.

It’s a day to be both practical and open to surprises, but how will it impact you personally? Read the following forecast according to your rising sign for some general guidance.

Aries

As the moon cruises through your sixth house this morning, the sun in your tenth makes a sextile to Neptune in your twelfth, invigorating you to use your creative power to gain leverage in your professional life. Later this morning, the moon squares off against retrograde Jupiter in your third house, causing friction between your individual coworkers and the collective desire to accomplish great things—especially if you work in an industry that demands strong communication to a large number of people, such as social media or marketing. This afternoon, the tension of the moment is likely to pass when the moon’s trine to Mercury in your tenth house allows for a more constructive discussion about how to approach business matters through a more emotionally aware lens. This evening, when the moon opposes Venus in your twelfth house, you may experience an overflow of all of the emotions you’ve suppressed all day. Escape into solitude or seek the support of a trusted friend if you are feeling overwhelmed.

Taurus

This morning the moon continues its transit through your fifth house, while the sun in your ninth sextiles Neptune in your eleventh, giving you flashes of higher knowledge that help to accentuate a group effort on a creative yet strategic project. Later, the moon’s square-off with retrograde Jupiter in your second house puts you at odds with your natural creative flow state, since there is money to be made and previously existing values to uphold. This afternoon, the moon’s trine to Mercury in your ninth house helpfully positions you to speak about your strongly held beliefs, or the beliefs of the collective, in a warm, friendly, and engaging tone. Use your natural artistic impulse to convey difficult ideas. Tonight, the moon’s opposition to Venus in your eleventh house puts your fun-loving, free-spirited energy at odds with your larger social group, who may wish to stay in tonight instead.

Gemini

As the moon makes its way through your fourth house, the sun in your eighth forms a sextile to Neptune in your tenth, positioning you to bring taboo subject matter and your own hidden darkness into the public sphere. It is likely to resonate with your audience, who will find your willingness to go there relatable and refreshing. Later, when the moon squares off against retrograde Jupiter in your first house, you will receive a preview of the accolades you may receive when the king planet goes direct—that is to say, a small glimpse of what you have to look forward to. This afternoon, when the moon trines Mercury in your eighth house, you will be encouraged to continue diving ever deeper into your own psyche. It will challenge you to go further than you ever thought possible, breaking barriers that will heal you and then, inevitably, others. This evening, the moon opposes Venus in your tenth house, so you might feel uncomfortable being seen, feeling as though you have opened too many old wounds. Take comfort in the knowledge that you can always shut your phone off for now and detach. The world will still be waiting tomorrow.

Cancer

This morning, as the moon moves through your third house, the sun in your seventh sextiles Neptune in your ninth. There is positive energy between your partner and yourself, especially as you explore your shared beliefs and spiritual traditions, which you are likely to communicate more openly about. A shared relational mission is crucial. Later on, the moon’s square with retrograde Jupiter in your twelfth house reflects your desire to stay in, meditate, and reflect; if you can WFH today, you should, but be warned that your mind might be wandering too much to get much done. This afternoon, the moon’s trine with Mercury in your seventh house only further amplifies the free-flowing communication between you and your partner. If you have to have difficult conversations about the future of your relationship, it’s a good idea to tread there now, when you are both more open-hearted and willing to understand each other’s perspectives. This evening, the moon’s opposition to Venus in your ninth signals a tight friction between the expectations of your local community and your dreams to explore further than your own city. Think globally, by all means; this is how people change the world. But never forget where you came from.

Leo

This morning, with the moon cruising through your second house, the sun in your sixth forms a sextile with Neptune in your eighth. If your daily life requires uncomfortable closeness with the taboo, you’ll be very much in your element today. This is good energy for psychologists, counselors, astrologers, and spiritual leaders, along with any other profession that relates to death, mortality, and shadow work. Later, the moon squares off against retrograde Jupiter in your eleventh house, suggesting that your focus may be divided between your money and the obligations of your wider community. If you are doing things a little out of step with your contemporaries, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing. This afternoon’s trine between the moon and Mercury in your sixth house signifies intense diligence and a sense of duty to your work. This evening, however, as the moon opposes Venus in your eighth house, you can expect burnout from the emotional strain of carrying others’ burdens today. Allow yourself some time to rest and ground yourself.

Virgo

This morning, as the moon passes through your first house, the sun in your fifth will make a sextile with Neptune in your seventh, reflecting an idealistic atmosphere for romance and creativity. Lay the groundwork for a closer bond with your partner, perhaps by leaving a cute love note on the bathroom mirror or making their coffee for them before work. Later in the morning, the moon’s square with retrograde Jupiter in your tenth house creates uncomfortable tension between your true identity and your public reputation—even as the latter exalts you to new levels of notoriety. You will likely feel as though you have to censor certain parts of yourself in order to succeed, but this simply has to happen for the moment. The best advice is to simply swallow your pride and lean into the discomfort, accepting it as a necessary evil. This afternoon, fortunately, the moon trines Mercury in your fifth house, giving you a boost of creative inspiration and a little bit more leeway to speak your mind. This evening, the moon’s opposition to Venus in your seventh house reflects friction between your need for individuation and your partners’ desire for closeness. Remember that love is all about compromise.

Libra

This morning, the moon transits your twelfth house, while the sun in your fourth makes a sextile to Neptune in your sixth, presenting a clear opportunity to get a lot of productive work done from home if you have the opportunity—or, if you have a day off, to accomplish all the housework you’ve been slacking on. Take advantage of this energy while you can. Later in the morning, when the moon squares off with retrograde Jupiter in your ninth house, you’ll feel greatly inspired to go off-script, following your intuition rather than your carefully laid plans. This afternoon, when the moon trines Mercury in your fourth house, you’ll find reflective and meditative journaling to be unusually helpful at providing catharsis. Take time to be alone with your thoughts. Feel your feelings. This evening, when the moon opposes Venus in your sixth house, you are likely to feel overwhelmed by mundane material tasks, feeling the stress physiologically as well as psychologically. Give yourself some time off tonight.

Scorpio

While the moon makes its way through your eleventh house, the sun in your third sextile Neptune in your fifth makes you more creatively ambitious than usual, especially if your medium involves communication in any way, such as social media marketing, public relations, or writing. You’re on the top of your game this morning, reporting facts in a creative and compelling way. Later this morning, the moon’s square-off with retrograde Jupiter in your eighth suggests you’ll be increasing your passive income earning potential—if not yet, but later on, when the king planet stations direct. Consider this the preview of the movie and get excited: if you play your cards right, your future is going to be more abundant and prosperous. This afternoon, the moon’s trine with Mercury in your third house further amplifies your oration skills, making you a powerful and convincing speaker and writer. If you have to reach a very large, diverse audience, you are even more likely to crush your delivery. However, be wary of getting too close to any one specific person in the crowd: this evening, the moon’s opposition to Venus in your fifth house brings the potential for a new romance that is off-limits or unprofessional.

Sagittarius

As the moon drifts through your tenth house this morning, the sun in your second forms a sextile with Neptune in your fourth, bringing a greater sense of ease to both your financial situation and your relationship with your family. You may feel inspired to add more beautiful, artistic touches to your living space, or strengthen the spiritual connections you share with family. However, your partner is likely to feel a little bit left out later this morning, when the moon squares retrograde Jupiter in your seventh house. Though your professional growth has increased your net worth and improved your relationships with just about everyone, your closest partner likely feels disconnected in some way, or feels as though you have been spending too much time at work. This afternoon, when the moon trines Mercury in your second house, you have the opportunity to earn considerable money through writing, speaking, or presenting ideas to a large professional audience. This evening, when the moon opposes Venus in your fourth house, further issues erupt with your partner, who is likely to finally express their loneliness and feelings of abandonment. Listen to and honor their feelings, even if you personally feel your workaholism is necessary for the long-term future of the relationship.

Capricorn

As the moon makes its way through your ninth house this morning, the sun in your first sextiles Neptune in your third, sharpening your already-strong communication skills and refining your ability to shape the narrative. This is a great time to deliver a presentation at work, secure a new account, or charm a prospective client. Move with your characteristic self-assured confidence and you will be lacking nothing. However, you might not reap the highest possible reward quite yet; later in the morning, the moon’s square-off with retrograde Jupiter in your sixth house suggests that while you are likely to claim a victory, you might have to deal with some aggressive negotiation in the process and settle for less than you feel you or your company deserves. This afternoon, the moon’s trine with Mercury in your first house only further clarifies your message and sets you up for success in direct, one-on-one meetings. For the average Cap placement, this is the perfect way to finish off a Friday. This evening, however, when the moon opposes Venus in your third house, you are likely to be brought sharply back down to earth. Neighbors and siblings will quickly humble you if you are too quick to flash your worldly success in their faces.

Aquarius

This morning the moon drifts through your eighth house, while the sun in your twelfth makes a sextile to Neptune in your second, presenting you with the ideal climate under which to capitalize on your deep psychological work. If you are already in a profession such as counseling, nursing, palliative care, or addiction recovery, you will find this to be a highly fulfilling morning—and you might be rewarded with a raise or promotion for your hard work, too. Later, when the moon squares off against retrograde Jupiter in your fifth house, you may feel inspired to create a side hustle related to your main profession where you share more psychological or spiritual guidance for passive income. Don’t be afraid to dive into taboo subject matter, as it is going to fill an unmet need for a niche audience. This afternoon, the moon trines Mercury in your twelfth house, accentuating your need to talk about your deep wounds and struggles that you have overcome. However, this evening, when the moon opposes Venus in your second house, you might find you’ve gotten too far ahead of yourself. Don’t put yourself in debt ordering podcast equipment on a whim. Give your ideas some consideration beforehand.

Pisces

The day begins with the moon making its way through your seventh house, while the sun in your eleventh makes a sextile with Neptune in your first, placing you in an idealized and potentially romanticized position amongst your peers. Enjoy the applause while it lasts, but don’t let it get to your head. Later this morning, the moon squares off against retrograde Jupiter in your fourth house, reflecting difficulties between your partner’s emotional needs and the larger-than-life expectations of your family. Both may be wondering how the other fits into each other’s worlds, with you caught in the middle. Use this opportunity to play the role of mediator, as you are being regarded highly by both sides right now. They will intuitively trust you and respect you enough to accept your wisdom as gospel. This afternoon, when the moon trines Mercury in your eleventh house, your partner will find it easier to adapt to your larger social circle, or vice versa. However, the moon’s opposition to Venus in your first house this evening is likely to trigger feelings of emotional abandonment from your partner, who may feel—rightfully—that they are being outshone or overshadowed. Respect their feelings, even if you are enjoying the limelight.