Horoscope For Today: Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Today could be sensitive for the zodiac signs—emotions may be high, and we have more impulsive energy than usual.

The Moon is in Aries, forming a couple of tense aspects with other planets. First, early in the day, at 4:08 am (EST), it squares Mercury in the sign of Capricorn. This transit could open the door to miscommunication and arguments, particularly if we are emotionally driven in a moment. It could also throw a wrench into travel plans or make us feel more unfocused than usual.

Later that afternoon, at 3:15 pm (EST), the Moon forms another square to Mars in Capricorn, adding some extra impulsive energy and action behind our emotions. This could push you to be even more argumentative or rush through things you might normally take your time on. You may even feel the need to repress your emotions instead of sitting with and dealing with them—but bottling things up almost always leads to an explosion. 

These transits don’t mean a bad day is in store, they are just a reminder that energy levels may be high and it’s best to think before we speak or slow down before making rash decisions.

Check your signs below (Sun and Rising!) to see what the day has in store for you!

Aries

The Moon in your 1st House of Self and Identity squares Mercury and Mars in your 10th House of Career and Public Image, which could set the stage for workplace tension, Aries. You have opinions and ideas that you want to be heard and valued, and it’s tempting today more than usual to say and do exactly what’s on your mind—even if you bulldoze people in the process. Remember that it’s normal to feel frustrated in these situations, but pushing your limits isn’t going to help you be taken seriously. The things you say and do today may mark you for the long haul, so don’t allow your impulsive feelings to tarnish the legacy you’re trying to build. 

Taurus

The Moon in your 12th House of Subconscious and Isolation squares Mercury and Mars in your 9th House of Philosophy, Travel, and Education, which could place you in a deeply introspective state today, particularly with spiritual matters, Taurus. You have strong beliefs, ones you’ve studied and feel deeply committed to, but trying to hold yourself to a specific standard is likely to take its toll on your mental health if you aren’t careful. Something recently may have shaken your faith or beliefs in certain ideas, and you may want to cling even tighter to them to gain some control. Taking time alone to process and decompress can help you set aside some of this heaviness and release those expectations of perfection. When you can let go, you’ll notice you’re on steadier ground than you realized. 

Gemini

The Moon in your 11th House of Friendships and Networking squares Mercury and Mars in your 8th House of Intimacy and Shared Resources could leave you feeling disjointed from friend groups or even society today, Gemini. You’re doing some inner work and trying to determine what you owe to yourself versus what you owe to others, and people you spend time with may inadvertently push your buttons, which can leave you on the defensive side. It’s okay to want to protect yourself, but it’s also important to not engage in rash actions or say hurtful things you can’t take back—healthy debate and discussion is one thing, but don’t let it escalate into something more personal if you can avoid it. 

Cancer

The Moon in your 10th House of Career and Public Image squares Mercury and Mars in your 7th House of Partnerships, which could lead to some disagreements surrounding where your priorities are at the moment, Cancer. It can be tough to balance the expectations of work and expectations in our relationships—and for someone who tries to nurture and support, it can feel not easy to try and do it all. You may even feel slightly resentful. Remember that feelings like this are normal, but they don’t permit you to take it out on people. You know what you need to do to try and balance things, so turn your attention there rather than lashing out. 

Leo

The Moon in your 9th House of Philosophy, Travel, and Education squares Mercury and Mars in your 6th House of Habits, Routines, and Wellness, which could feel like a frustrating rut today, Leo. If you’re the main provider or the sole support of yourself, you may struggle today with the mundane things that must be done to keep the bills paid and provide security. Today, you may feel more sensitive in looking toward the “what ifs” and longing for exploration that you feel is unattainable. It’s easy to be frustrated, but know that this is temporary—you will not always be stuck in the same cycles. Rather than picking a fight or shifting blame, know that some things are simply necessary—your time to explore and expand will come. 

Virgo

The Moon in your 8th House of Intimacy and Shared Resources squares Mercury and Mars in your 5th House of Creativity and Pleasure, which could lead to miscommunication or frustration, particularly around more passionate areas in your life, Virgo. You may feel more inspired and creative than usual but limited by other harsh realities. You could feel a connection with someone and desire to take things to the next level, but emotionally, you’re farther ahead than them. In moments where it feels like our hearts are light years ahead of everything else, it’s important to know that things come together in time if we can be patient enough. 

Libra

The Moon in your 7th House of Partnerships squares Mercury and Mars in your 4th House of Home and Roots, which could create tension between your home life and your relationships with others, Libra. Some disagreements between a partner and your relatives could be on the table, or the responsibility to your family may be affecting the time you can dedicate to your partnerships, romantic or platonic. It can be a sore subject for those who feel forgotten, and with emotions running high, arguments may ensue. The best you can do is provide reassurance and work to balance your time and energy as much as possible—but remember you’re human and have to care about your needs, too. 

Scorpio

The Moon in your 6th House of Habits, Routines, and Wellness squares Mercury and Mars in your 3rd House of Communication and Local Community, and your words may hold more weight than usual today, Scorpio. You have things you feel urgently need to be discussed, potentially involving health matters, but sensitivity around the subject may put you on the defense more than you care to admit. This could also represent disagreements between you and some coworkers where you feel the need to defend yourself. Know that it’s not the end of the world to argue, but approaching it as a war or that everyone is out to get you doesn’t prepare you—it makes you paranoid and more open to miscommunication.  

Sagittarius

The Moon in your 5th House of Creativity and Pleasure squares Mercury and Mars in your 2nd House of Income and Values, putting you in a difficult position regarding your playful nature today, Sagittarius. You long to lean into more exciting, creative, easy-going pursuits, but you are facing the realities of needing to make money and take things seriously. Whether you’re being too hard on yourself or having some disagreements with someone else, remember that there is a balance here—it’s not a crime to want to enjoy life, but that doesn’t mean you have to neglect your responsibilities. It’s both, not either/or. 

Capricorn

The Moon in your 4th House of Home and Roots squares Mercury and Mars in your 1st House of Self and Identity, and you’re wrestling with expectations versus what you want out of life, Capricorn. You have a desire to pursue and step into the best version of yourself, but that requires risks and growth that you feel can’t take place due to your responsibilities, particularly at home. The person you long to be could also feel very different from how you were raised. It’s worth working on yourself, and it can be easy to blame others for our lack of time in a day. However, discussing things without defense can help create a solution rather than more problems. 

Aquarius

The Moon in your 3rd House of Communication and Local Community squares Mercury and Mars in your 12th House of Subconscious and Isolation and the results could leave you self-sabotaging if you’re not careful, Aquarius. You often feel you can logic or reason your way out of tough situations, but that isn’t always the case. Disagreement with siblings or close friends could push you to hyper-fixate on the negative aspects of yourself, but beating yourself up isn’t going to change things. You know who you are, and you can take the time to refocus and recharge before patching things up—which is better to do sooner rather than later. 

Pisces

The Moon in your 2nd House of Income and Values squares Mercury and Mars in your 11th House of Friendships and Networking, which places pressure on your personal values versus the wants and needs of everyone else, Pisces. You may have the passion and mentality to want to help others or support worthy causes, but emotionally, you may feel you’re draining your personal resources or betraying your values to do it. It’s important to examine our motivations—are we doing things to be valued, or are we doing things to better society and others’ lives? If you’re doing it to be valued, you may not get the appreciation you’re looking for, so determine whether you’re participating for the right reasons.