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January 8, 2018 Daily Almanac, With Your Daily Horoscope (see below)
Today is Monday, Jan. 8, 2018
Hebrew date is 21 Tevet 5778
Islamic date is 21 Rabi'-II 1439
Mayan Tzolk'in Day is 2 K'an
Mayan Long Count is 13.0.5.2.4
Julian Day is 2458127
Today's Birthdays: Wilkie Collins (1824-1889), Emily Greene Balch (1867-1961), Tampa Red (1904-1981), Carl Gustav Hempel (1905-1988), Carl Rogers (1902-1987), Evelyn Wood (1909-1995), Gypsy Rose Lee (1911-1970), José Ferrer (1912-1992), Ron Moody (1924-2015), Luther Perkins 1928-1968), Elvis Presley (1935-1977), Shirley Bassey (1935), Stephen Hawking (1942), Yvette Mimieux (1942), David Bowie (1947-2016), Terry Sylvester (1947), R. Kelly (1967), Sarah Polley (1979).
"I believe alien life is quite common in the universe, although intelligent life is less so. Some say it has yet to appear on planet Earth."
-- Stephen Hawking
When the Universe Offers Traction, Use It
Dear Friend and Reader:
By now, you've likely read all kinds of damning and exciting tidbits from the new book that exposes the inner dysfunction of the Trump White House. The current astrology indicates the fallout from it will likely develop this week, and that should make for fascinating news; but here's the thing: you're going to want to tear yourself away from social media and your TV to use this week's astrology yourself.
We have an absolutely astonishing, beautiful and useful aspect pattern in effect right now. Eric has tailored interpretations of it for all the signs in the horoscopes below. I'm going to offer an overview of what's going on, and look ahead to later in the week.
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A photo of Eric's chart for the 'super-sextile' in effect this week, with additional points. From left to right: the lunar South Node and Juno in Aquarius; the Part of Fortune, Pluto, the Sun, Venus, Black Moon Lilith, and Saturn in Capricorn; Pholus and Mercury in Sagittarius; Vesta, Mars and Jupiter in Scorpio. Note that Mercury is conjunct the Galactic Core. View glyph key here. |
From now through midweek, there's a kind of 'super-sextile' in the sky. It involves Mars and Jupiter in Scorpio making contact with the Sun, Venus and Pluto in Capricorn.
The overarching theme of this aspect pattern is traction. As in, you should be able to get some traction on just about anything you need to work on, investigate, pursue or develop. The key to enjoying that traction, however, is to take some intentional, active steps toward what you desire.
It's like having really good treads on a pair of hiking boots: those shoes can take you great places if you get out on the trail, map in hand, water bottle and snack in your backpack, and get moving. Yet the best treads in the world won't do a damn thing for you if you wear them while streaming Netflix, or if you leave the shoes in the box they came in and never get further than reading the trail guidebook.
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Moon Phase: Moon is in Waning Gibbous phase and enters Last Quarter phase today at 2:25 pm PST / 5:25 pm EST (22:25:10 UTC).
Next New Moon is in Capricorn on Jan. 16-17 at 6:17 pm PST / 9:17 pm EST (02:17:09 UTC).
Next Full Moon is in Leo on Jan. 31 at 5:27 am PST / 8:27 am EST (13:26:39 UTC).
Moon Sign: Moon is in Libra and enters Scorpio on Jan. 9 at 12:05 pm PST / 3:05 pm EST (20:05:17 UTC).
Sun Degree: 18-19 Capricorn.
Planetary Stations and Sign Changes
No changes today.
Interesting Selected Aspects | Data by Serennu
-- Mercury conjunct Ixion at 12:20 am PST / 3:20 am EST (08:19:57 UTC).
-- Sun sextile Jupiter at 4:07 am PST / 7:07 am EST (12:06:50 UTC).
-- Venus sextile Jupiter at 8:13 am PST / 11:13 am EST (16:12:53 UTC).
-- Mars sextile Pluto at 11:59 am PST / 2:59 pm EST (19:58:47 UTC).
-- Mercury conjunct Galactic Center 3:48 pm PST / 6:48 pm EST (23:48:22 UTC).
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If Your Birthday is Jan. 8
(The Day of the Big Bang) | Capricorn Birthday Reading | All Other Signs
Today's glorious alignment between Venus and the Sun in your birth sign will help you attract just the experiences you need for growth, happiness and success. Yet you must remember the growth element, because all else hinges on it. And the phrase noblesse oblige comes to mind: of those to whom much is given, much is expected. Use your privileges wisely.
| Current Capricorn Weekly Horoscope
Your sign is somewhat famous for a priggish attitude toward sex. That's funny, since you're probably one of the more sexual people you know, even if you veil that with proper attire and an insistence on seeming prim, at nearly any cost.
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Current Capricorn Monthly Horoscope
Saturn's return to your birth sign describes a sense of completeness you have not felt for a very long time, if ever. Take a moment to collect yourself: a week or two of reflecting on your goals and preparing your mind.
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Written in the Planets
The Sun and Venus (and Pluto) are in a sextile with Mars and Jupiter, still in their recent conjunction. This will last a couple of days. If there's something in life you particularly desire just now, such as a career goal or increased intimacy with another, it might be worth doing something decisive toward it while this formation lasts; especially if that involves communicating your wishes or feelings. Be as open as you can. There's quite enough fear about, and it's gotten to the stage where any act of courage, however small, is revolutionary; so hold your banner aloft.
The Art of Becoming is Becoming
Dear Friend and Reader:
This is an update on The Art of Becoming, my 2018 annual edition for Planet Waves. Last week, I produced an introductory video [play here], in which I review the build-up to this year's distinctive astrology.
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In this episode of Planet Waves TV [ play video here], I set the scene for the remarkable astrology of 2018. I begin with a recap of Pluto in Capricorn and Uranus-Eris, before outlining the forthcoming sign changes of several major planets. |
We promised the annual edition for "sometime in January" and with one exception (involving audio) I've always come through with that. What makes this year interesting is that, for the first time, I'm also writing a daily horoscope, in the New York Daily News.
The first items to be delivered will be the videos on Saturn, Chiron and Uranus (more information here), which will be included if you pre-order all 12 signs. These videos will contain details on how to work with your life cycles and really see what these transits mean.
I've now uploaded the first video, covering Saturn in Capricorn, though as of this moment, most of this work is ahead of me. So, please send some good vibes.
Next will come my written presentations (possibly with extra audio sessions), mapping out in detail how the astrology of 2018 will look for each of the signs. This is my 20th annual edition, and your readings will get the full benefit of all my experience. If you want to get a feeling for how that looks, you may access the full 2017 annual here with our compliments.
If you'd like to dig a little deeper, you're invited to check out our previous annual editions going back to 1999 (here's a letter explaining more about their history).
You may pre-order all 12 signs for just $99 here. We recommend this as best value; note that you can share the readings with your household. Alternatively, you may choose your individual signs here.
Thank you for your interest in Planet Waves. As ever, it's good to be with you.
With love,
Daily Horoscope for January 8, 2018 | By Eric Francis Coppolino
If Today is Your Birthday
Today's glorious alignment between Venus and the Sun in your birth sign will help you attract just the experiences you need for growth, happiness and success. Yet you must remember the growth element, because all else hinges on it. And the phrase noblesse oblige comes to mind: of those to whom much is given, much is expected. Use your privileges wisely. You share a birthday with Elvis Presley, Shirley Bassey, and Stephen Hawking.
Aries (March 20-April 19) -- Pay special attention to contractual matters, the details of a financial move and anything related to taxes. You can make this whole situation work beautifully to your advantage, if you study the entire picture and use all your knowledge. Be patient, plan your moves, and don't move in a lurch.
"Self-awareness, both of your thoughts and of your conduct, is your most powerful tool to influence your experience of growth into the new forms that you are. This includes reaching deep enough into yourself that you make some contact with the aspect of you that is timeless and changeless."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Taurus (April 19-May 20) -- This is a profound time of spiritual growth for you, and your relationships are harmonizing with your inner experience. Learning is the discovery that something is possible. Anything you discover will change your life in some way; at the moment, in a way much greater than you may imagine.
"There is a genuine skill in creative mastery that involves standing back from judging what you've created. You might listen to what other people say; you might work until what you're doing feels good; you might take a swashbuckling attitude and not care; you might trust the fact that you always strive to do better (or any of these at the right moment)."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Gemini (May 20-June 21) -- A transaction of some kind is happening now, and you stand to gain considerably if only you'll pay attention and get your share of the rewards. Your contribution is more significant than you may think, so don't sell yourself short. Know your value and get your percentage.
"You're the one who has to negotiate between your potential and what you do with it. This is an active, everyday challenge being a Gemini. The world can seem so much bigger than you are, and in one way it is -- but your mind is the thing that encompasses the world, all the world's people and all your experiences there."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) -- Your solar chart is describing one of the most passionate, intimate times in many seasons. You'll connect if you want to. Or you can, if you avoid those who take a chilly approach, or who think that one date implies a 10-year commitment. Stick to people who want to have fun.
"Notice your true feelings for people and make peace with the fact that you feel that way. You may have had a habit of resisting intimacy, and now you have little choice but to yield and open up to allowing others to touch your soul. In this way, you will come to the direct experience of growing into the soul dimension of your life."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Leo (July 22-Aug. 23) -- If you need to make any adjustments to your life, such as getting your health into balance, or your work situation aligned with your personal needs, now's the time to do it. You can change anything you need to change. Take care of important necessities first, and desires second.
"Rather than thinking of yourself as the entity that holds all the planets in orbit, think of yourself as someone who grounds the Sun into the Earth. This is actually what you do in the physical and spiritual sense, and it grants you some relief from the much larger responsibility of providing all the power and all the gravity."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sep. 22) -- It's vitally important to talk to your kids about sex. This discussion should begin before they're old enough to think they know it all, though that's not always possible. Set the example of honesty and integrity where this crucial matter is concerned -- among friends, family and lovers.
"There comes that time in any growth or improvement project where you have to ease back, have a glass of wine or even smoke a cigarette. Radical, I know. However, you're at a stage of your life where you must follow your own rules, and to do that, your rules must be practical and workable."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Libra (Sep. 22-Oct. 23) -- You may feel like you're at the mercy of forces outside yourself, though this isn't true. Beware of the illusion that it is, and don't accept false evidence. You are the one making the decisions in your own life, and you're again reminded to focus on your independence, both financial and emotional.
"Rather than being a clear mirror, relationships can often feel like a house of smoke and mirrors. This is especially a concern due to the experience of projection: ascribing to others feelings that are actually your own. Anais Nin is credited with saying, 'We don't see things as they are. We see them as we are.'"
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 22) -- Everything is coming into focus, particularly your excellent skill at expressing yourself. If you're involved in anything that requires mastery of language, particularly written but also spoken, reach for your skills, add some thought and effort, and you will produce something brilliant.
"The self-esteem theme, described by the union of your 1st and 2nd houses, is the claiming back of your natural desire as a birthright. If you are in doubt about what you want, or if you consider it a potential moral affront, it's difficult to feel good about yourself. For you, taking possession of desire is integral to your respect of yourself."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 22) -- Your chart reveals your ability to be a practical visionary. You need the vision, which includes plenty of motivation -- and the pragmatic plan to make it happen. That means thinking in specifics: in particular, breaking down the steps along the way to your chosen destination.
"The overwhelming message of this series of South Node eclipses is that you must get beyond your own past, and find the present. Finding the present means sorting out your emotional reality to the point where you understand what happened, and what it means -- and use it as a source of strength rather than of weakness."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Capricorn Audio Birthday Reading is Ready!
Dear Friend and Reader:
Last week, I recorded your Capricorn birthday reading. It's about 70 minutes in length, in two sessions. This is your birthday audio -- an entirely different reading from The Art of Becoming, which will be ready in January.
You are living in extraordinary times, as a Capricorn or Cap rising. There's been nothing quite like this in your sign since the early 1990s, when the Uranus-Neptune connection passed through town. That was a while ago -- and what you're now working with is just as significant.
At the moment, the Sun, Venus, Saturn and Pluto are in your sign, which is building to a series of major events that peak in 2020. That may seem like a long way off, though time marches on. The presence of Saturn, the ruling planet of Capricorn, is a reminder to tend to your growth, shore up your foundations, and take your place in the world.
Saturn in your sign is helping to ground you in your real priorities.
In this reading, I focus on several key points of development, though none is as important as your relationship to your family, and your family history. For all you want to do in life, all the ways you want to succeed, and solidify your process of self-actualization: the family connection is essential.
This relates directly to your most intimate partnerships, because they're based on an emotional foundation that was laid in childhood. I provide specific information about how to work with these elements, and how to engage in productive self-therapy (it's not always so useful, but it can be).
Your reading includes access to last year's recording, plus your 2017 written reading (from The Book of Your Life), and a tarot reading that will arrive in about a month (maybe more, maybe less).
You can get instant access when you order the reading here for just $44. We will increase the price further when the Tarot section is published.
This reading is also included with the Backstage Pass. If you're not a BSP member, you can upgrade and extend your current subscription, and the Capricorn reading will be included.
Thank you for being a Planet Waves customer.
With love,
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) -- What are you doing with your time and your energy? Are you trying to think in practical terms of success, or do you want your good work to make contact with people? This requires thinking in human terms, not automated. You need love in the dream if you want it to come true.
"If you're worried about your reputation, this is merely another way of assigning power over yourself to others. You cannot control what anyone thinks, and no matter how pure, sinister, friendly, loving, raunchy, talented or slothy you might be, people will think what they want. What they might think is not your business."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) -- You may notice how your thoughts and feelings manifest, in the style of instant karma. This will remind you to keep your outlook positive, and to keep your life moving forward. You influence people more than you know, with your ideas and your actions. Your positive vibes will come back to you.
"It looks to me like you need to call an end to a certain line of conduct or thinking that has been in your family for a while. The opportunity you have is based on the fact that you can actually see this issue for what it is. It's normally difficult to discern, and it's been masked or veiled recently by its prevalence in society. Once you have it in your sights, address it on the spot."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) -- This week arrives with some of the most interesting astrology in ages. In contrast to the scattered, chaotic alignments of the past six months, you're in a position to engage life with your whole being. Stick close to the people who are the most supportive and encouraging. You don't need to persuade.
"You mean a great deal to the people close to you, and though they may not say anything about it, they certainly know it. If it ever seems that people benefit from you more than you benefit from them, rejoice in that fact. You need less than they do; you are more complete in yourself than most people around you; and anyway, that self-completion is the major theme of your astrology."
-- From your 2017 annual reading by Eric Francis, The Book of Your Life -- which you can read here. Eric has now begun work on the 2018 annual edition -- The Art of Becoming. You may Pre-order all 12 signs or choose your individual signs.
Monthly Horoscopes and Publishing Schedule Notes
We published your extended monthly horoscopes for January on Thursday, Dec. 21. Your extended monthly horoscopes for
December were published on Wednesday, Nov. 22. Please note: we normally publish the extended monthly horoscope on the first Friday after the Sun has entered a new sign.
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