Horoscope For Today: Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Today is full of potential for the zodiac signs!

On January 23rd, 2024, we have some transits that are shifting our perspectives, hopefully for the better. Early in the morning, Venus, the planet of beauty and love, moves into Capricorn, giving us a more grounded, practical approach to our relationships and material acquisitions. The Moon is in the sign of Cancer today, and at 5:15 am (EST), it forms a supportive trine to Jupiter in Taurus. This aspect is beneficial for business decisions, spending time with family, or romantic connections. 

As the day continues, though, the Moon forms an opposition to Mercury in Capricorn at 3:54 pm (EST), which may put our emotions to the test and may even set us up for a few disagreements. Later still, at 8:44 pm (EST), the Moon opposes Mars in Capricorn, adding some impulsiveness and moodiness into the mix. This doesn’t have to end the day on a poor note, but it does insist we think before we act—even if it isn’t the easiest. 

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

Aries

The version of yourself that you are in the privacy of your home is different from the person you portray in public, Aries, and the tension could weigh heavier than usual. Support in your home life, such as encouragement from your family or spouse or space in your home to work, gives confidence to work and creates security for you and your family. However, arguments about the type of person you want to be or your ambitions could ensure, particularly in how they affect your home and family life. You have big aspirations for your long-term career goals and have the fire and focus to make them come alive, but at what expense? It’s important to think about the effects they will have beyond yourself. 

Taurus

You have a distinct story and method to how you learn, Taurus—comfort and familiarity are often what you turn to as you enter new chapters of your life. You feel emotionally supported by those around you, particularly as you understand who you are on a more profound level. However, learning about ourselves often means stepping outside of what we’ve always known and pushing to explore new themes. You know this step is crucial, but it can feel tense—and you may even have people who want you to stay closer to the familiar rather than expand your views. Know that growth is inevitable, but it’s a good day to start planning what type of growth you seek and how to achieve it, even if it means exploring new terrain. 

Gemini

Today is a balance between self-sufficiency and allowing others to help you, Gemini. You understand that money isn’t everything, and there is deep value in intuition and defining what matters most beyond material possessions. That said, security and life require financial support, and you may feel inadequate if you worry you can’t provide for yourself as fully as you’d like—even more if others depend on you. At times, it’s important to accept help when it’s given or rely on others to support you. You aren’t a failure for needing help, and it doesn’t mean you aren’t capable of creating a stable life. It’s okay to embrace that. 

Cancer

Who are you when you are alone, Cancer? You feel deeply in tune with your emotions and aren’t afraid to wear them on your sleeve today, which can be more apparent to your friends and social circles. However, there could be tension between what you owe to others and what you owe to yourself. Do you need to change or alter yourself to suit others, or do you trust they accept you for who you are? Today may put those ideas to the test. Conversations surrounding your close relationships may surface as you balance your needs with those of others—remember that both have value and should be given attention. 

Leo

Determining how to help and show up in the world is on your mind today, Leo. You feel particularly moved to lend your time, heart, and energy towards serving something bigger than yourself, though the specific approach is tripping you up. You know your influence is worth using to support the greater good, and it’s worth putting your weight behind something that will benefit those struggling. However, there can be tension between the desire to help on a tangible, physical level versus offering support in more spiritual or less tangible means. Is it enough to show up emotionally, or do physical acts go further? You know what the situation needs, and it’s likely taking you out of your comfort zone, but your intuition is worth listening to. You don’t have to do these things alone—you may be surprised at others ready to support you.  

Virgo

Is creating and enjoying your life selfish, Virgo? Part of you is struggling with that idea today. You can be purpose-driven at times, feeling as though everything you do must be in service of something else—or someone else. It’s great to be self-aware, but it’s also okay to enjoy things for the sake of enjoyment. You may feel more inspired than usual to create or engage in things that make you feel fulfilled and happy, but emotionally, you may feel it’s self-serving and become overly critical. It’s okay to connect with your passion and your creativity, even if you are the main person who benefits from it. As long as you’re not making someone suffer at the expense of your pleasure, then relax and lean into it. 

Libra

You’re allowed to want more time to yourself, Libra. You have aspirations and goals worth pursuing, but lately, you may have questioned how much time it leaves you for your personal life or your family. Putting in long hours at work or working overtime to achieve future security may have felt right before, but now you are working on the readjustment to home and work life. This doesn’t come without some level of confrontation, though. Whether you feel you owe it to your career and don’t want to disappoint, or others are attempting to guilt you, know that right now, your home life could use your attention, and it’s not wrong to do so. You can find a way to meet the needs of both without compromising yourself—potentially by having others step in to help on the career front. Stay steady, knowing you’re on the right track.  

Scorpio

Sometimes you need to feel you belong, Scorpio, and there are healthy ways to do that. You know the value of keeping your mind and heart open to other perspectives, but it may surprise you that mentors who can help expand your worldview could be in your inner circle. You may resist returning to your hometown or think you have any growth left in familiar circles, but sometimes, this is where we may learn more than we can realize. Be open to what those in your community can teach you—you haven’t outgrown that wisdom yet. 

Sagittarius

The need to take care of your debts and establish more security is on your mind today, Sagittarius. You may feel inclined to create a budget and a plan to repay debts or set money aside for a larger future purchase. Emotionally, you may feel guilt for how out of hand finances have become for you, and it may even result in arguments with those you share a life or resources. However, you have the drive and skill to balance things again, and today marks a first step towards doing so—fixating on what went wrong won’t fix the issue, so focus on what you can do about it now.  

Capricorn

You are feeling yourself more than usual, and it shows Capricorn. Confidence and passion truly are a force to be reckoned with—and you do have some who are ready to hype you up and support you. However, keep in mind that confidence and arrogance are different things. Some may perceive them as the same—your main responsibility is to be respectful without dulling your light. This may require having conversations with those who might have their feelings hurt, notably if they are people you care deeply for. There is a way to be yourself without stepping on anyone else, and you are more than equipped to do so. 

Aquarius

You’re feeling introspective today, Aquarius. You feel more aligned with being of service and may even feel the heaviness of the world on your shoulder more than usual. You may struggle a bit, feeling the emotional or spiritual work isn’t appreciated as much as the physical. The guilt of not doing more could be eating you alive. Remember that all work is important—what you do today matters, and you can take a different approach tomorrow if needed. Don’t discount the healing and spiritual work that goes into helping the world around you.

Pisces

The desire to immerse yourself in what you enjoy versus who you’re doing it for is a big theme today, Pisces. Emotionally, you may feel more creative and inspired by your local environment or conversations with your close friends. Yet the pull towards sharing that with others can be intimidating. Even if you have supportive circles who will receive it well, sharing the things that make us come alive is daunting. Nonetheless, it may be more beneficial than we realize. You may find it only enhances the joy rather than inhibiting it.