Horoscope For Today: Sunday, January 21, 2024

Today the sun leads Pluto into the sign of Aquarius, where they will remain conjunct at 0° for the entire day. This degree is known as the “purest” degree possible, the quiet place where priorities are transformed and we collectively usher in a new wave of potential.

Honestly, today’s skies are relatively calm. There are few transits of note. However, this one is big enough that you might want to take it easy today anyway. Sun-Pluto conjunctions are always intense, bringing transformative energy into our comfort zone. While the sun brings vitality and life, Pluto is the great destroyer, mercilessly removing everything from our world that doesn’t serve its highest good.

Not only is this an insane way to kickstart Aquarius season, it’s the first time Pluto has been in the sign of the water bearer since the late 1790s. (Well, technically it hovered there for a bit last spring, but it has yet to make a full, permanent ingress, and won’t do so until the fall.) Themes surrounding technology, digital culture, humanitarianism, freedom of expression, and equality are unavoidable today.

Around midnight, the moon in flighty Gemini will form an awkward angle known as a quincunx (also known as an inconjunct) with Mercury in structured Capricorn. This will set the day off on a bit of a confusing note, causing information to become scattered or filtered before it reaches the masses. As always, use your discernment when reading anything that doesn’t sound quite right.

How will today roll out for you, depending on your rising sign? Read on to find out.

Aries

The sun and Pluto are now in your eleventh house, bringing a loud and explosive focus on your broader social network and community. Some of you will awaken to find your group chats going wild. You might not be able to avoid the drama today. Reflect on whether you’re actually content in your relationships with others, or if something needs to radically change. With the moon in your third house, you’ll be a stronger communicator than usual, capable of reaching people by appealing to their emotions.

Taurus

Your career and reputation are about to level up in a major way, with the sun and Pluto in your tenth house. This is the time to embrace the limelight, whether you feel comfortable in it or not, and accept your responsibility as a person with influence. Many of you will experience super-fame for the first time in your lives now, and you will have to ask yourself how you wish to use your power. The moon in your second house brings potential for money-making opportunities today, so don’t be afraid to put yourself out there.

Gemini

With the sun and Pluto in your ninth house, your belief systems are about to get shaken up in a very intense way. For some of you, this will come in the form of abandoning a lifelong faith tradition, while for others, it will mean a sudden divine revelation that leads you down a brand new spiritual path. Unexpected opportunities to study or live abroad could also come along, introducing you to new ways of living you had never considered before. This is a time of profound growth and learning. You’ll likely feel more emotional today, with the moon hanging out in your first house, and you might have trouble not wearing your feelings on your face. There is power in your vulnerability.

Cancer

The sun and Pluto in your eighth house are about to bring shocking revelations about your shadow self, and if you’re not familiar with what that looks like, strap in and prepare yourself for a wild ride. Everything you try to repress—including your sexuality, your fears about death, and your relationship to money—has the potential to surface now. Indulge in some serious self-care and call a trusted friend if you feel overwhelmed. The moon in your twelfth house places a burden on you: to trust your intuition and take care of your mental health. It’s not healthy to keep secrets.

Leo

Your relationship sector is about to experience climactic change now that the sun and Pluto are conjunct in your seventh house. Some of you will experience very sudden and traumatic breakups, while others will choose to walk away. There might very well be an inciting incident that destabilizes your closest relationship, be that a marriage or a business partnership. Take it as a sign that you’re better off alone. If you aren’t breaking up, you just might meet someone new—and under this transit, they’re certainly not going to be the type who slips quietly in and out of your life. Since the moon is currently in your eleventh house, you’re likely to seek solace or advice amongst your wider social network—or meet someone new through your friends.

Virgo

The sun and Pluto in your sixth house might cause a disruptive health issue that shakes you out of complacency. Even if it’s nothing serious, you might decide to finally commit to eating healthier or getting a personal trainer. You won’t be able to put it off any longer. Keep your friends close and ask them to serve as your accountability partner. It’s never easy to start—and maintain—new habits. With the moon transiting your tenth house, your reputation is highlighted today, and you can expect to receive attention from your boss or colleagues. If you’ve been working hard lately, you can guarantee they’ve taken notice.

Libra

The sun and Pluto have now entered your fifth house, so your creative side is dying to come out right now. Don’t restrain yourself from letting loose. Purge your emotions into a beautiful piece of music or throw paint onto a canvas. You might also feel the inclination to re-enter the world of casual dating if you’ve been out of the game for a while; those who are partnered will experience this as a particularly romantic time. And yes, if you’ve been trying to conceive, today might be the day you receive good news. With the moon in your ninth house, allow your inner nerd to come out and spend today studying something that you are truly passionate about.

Scorpio

Your home and family life is about to get destabilized in some way. The sun and Pluto in your fourth house indicates that you’re about to face a jarring realization about your living situation. Some of you will receive word that you need to relocate—and soon. Others will become temporarily displaced from their home due to an unforeseen accident or disaster. Remember that home is more than just a physical place; it’s the people you build a life with. Stay the course. The moon is in your eighth house today, drawing attention to your dark inner world. You may need to isolate and journal, or allow yourself a cathartic crying session, before you feel secure re-entering the world.

Sagittarius

Your relationship with your siblings and extended family is about to undergo a major reckoning. You might have disputes with neighbors, too. Try to remain calm if other people bring the drama, and remember that others’ anger is often projection that has nothing to do with you personally. If you’re having difficulty verbalizing your feelings today, try writing a text or email to someone you’ve been meaning to speak to. It’s more stressful to let small irritations fester over time than to be upfront and honest about your emotions. With the moon in your seventh house, it’s a good day to lean on your partner for support—or, if you’re single, to try talking to someone new.

Capricorn

After 16 years, Pluto is finally out of your first house. Surely some of you felt that shift almost tangibly. Now, however, the sun and Pluto are holding court in your second house, putting the focus on money matters. You might receive shocking news, for better or for worse, about your finances. Whether it comes in the form of a huge windfall or a huge loss, you will have to contemplate what you truly value and want to bring into this new stage of life. Some things, certainly, will have to be sacrificed. The moon in your sixth house stirs up your desire to organize your work space and take care of all the mundane rituals you’ve been putting off. Use this energy to de-clutter and catch up on deadlines.

Aquarius

Your appearance and identity is probably going to be more heavily scrutinized than usual, with the sun and Pluto casting some confusing shadows on your first house. On one hand, you might find yourself at the forefront of a scandal. On the other, you might be shocked by the support system that comes out of the woodwork. People you might not expect will have your back. It’s not time to back down from what you believe in; if anything, it’s time to double down. The strength of your convictions will make the right people proud. The moon in your fifth house today will make you magnetic and appealing, so if you’re single, this is a great chance to mingle and flirt. If you’re in a relationship, treat your partner to a fun date night.

Pisces

Your twelfth house is now occupied by the sun and Pluto, so don’t be surprised if your dreams start getting weird. Your relationship to your own mental health and addiction is changing, and some of you will inevitably experience this transit as a painful realization that they need to get sober, clean, and healthy. Others will use their past struggles as motivation to help others. Expect to spend more time alone for the next little while—especially with the moon in your fourth house encouraging you to stay home and relax in your own natural habitat.