A Supercharged New Moon in Capricorn and Aquarius Season is Here

 

We have yet another action-packed week ahead of us.  I am beginning to wonder if there will be any other kind in 2026.  On January 17, Venus enters Aquarius until February 10.  Aquarius is the fixed air sign known for being emotionally detached because it seeks freedom and unconventional ways to express love.  It is quite literally a cool customer and people who have a natal Venus in Aquarius aren't always interested in forever after.  When Venus is in Aquarius, love for friends becomes very important to us.  Community and intellectual endeavors are also quite appealing.

Also on January 17, the Sun in Capricorn is trining Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus.  This aspect makes us more open to change and making new friends.  Changes will flow more smoothly with a trine, so embrace the changes.

Mark your calendar for a busy day on January 18.  We have the first New Moon of 2026 in 28 degrees of Capricorn. There is an interesting pileup of planets in both signs of Capricorn and Aquarius.  The Sun, Moon, Mercury and Mars are in Capricorn while Venus has just entered Aquarius and Pluto is also in Aquarius.  They are close enough to be conjunct, creating a stellium, with strong Capricorn themes of planning, the past and structures meeting up with the Aquarius planets that represent the future.  Of course it is always a good idea to set new intentions on a New Moon, but Capricorn is the sign that excels at planning for the future, so don't waste this opportunity.  This is really the best time to set those New Year's intentions because the stellium of planets in Capricorn and Aquarius signifies a bridge between the past and the future we wish to create.

The New Moon in 28 degrees of Capricorn is forming a delightful trine to Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus, helping us to sow those seeds of change but it could also create some financial volatility.  The New Moon is also forming supportive sextiles to Saturn in 27 degrees of Pisces and Neptune in 29 degrees, which definitely facilitates us in helping us to make our dreams a reality and manifest in a structured way.  For me personally, the New Moon falls in my 4th house and opposes Jupiter and Uranus in Cancer in my 10th house while squaring my Neptune in Libra in my 1st house.  This will be a momentous New Moon for me with that lineup.

Mercury and Mars are conjunct in Capricorn on the New Moon, which might play out as more aggression and possible defensiveness.  Arguments are likely.  Try not to be too rude or abusive towards others with this energy.  I am just warning that there is a potential for hostility, irritation and anger with this aspect. Mercury in Capricorn is also forming a supportive sextile to Saturn in Pisces, which holds the promise of clear thinking, common sense, self-discipline and good judgment.

The Sun enters Aquarius on January 19 as the focus shifts to humanitarianism, social connection, groups, intellectualism and independence.  Innovation takes priority over convention, which marks a huge difference from the Sun in Capricorn.  Freedom is driving us now.  Venus and Pluto are also conjunct in Aquarius on that day too, which will supply us with more power to attract friends and lovers.  There could be some changes in money too.

On January 20, Mars in Capricorn will be trining Uranus in 27 degrees of Taurus.  We will feel the urge to break free of restrictions and take risks.  Feel free to start new projects.  Mars in Capricorn is also forming a supportive sextile to Saturn in 27 degrees of Taurus on that day, which is a boon for making progress on a long-term project. 

Mercury moves into Aquarius on January 20 until February 6, 2026.  Our thinking and communication become more futuristic, innovative and humanitarian.  We are more inclined to embrace technology and engage with groups.  Mercury is also conjunct Pluto in Aquarius on January 22, which adds more depth and intensity to our thinking and communication.  We find it easier to get to the bottom of things. Secrets could be revealed as hard truths could come to light. There is also a risk of coming on too forceful, so be mindful that this is yet another powerhouse day.

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The coronavirus outbreak caused me to increase the number of distant Reiki sessions I do because people were concerned about the spread of the infection. I have decided to suspend my in-person Reiki sessions until further notice, so all of my Reiki sessions will be distant Reiki sessions for the foreseeable future. But a distant Reiki session is the perfect opportunity to safely build up your immune system and if you have contracted coronavirus, you can be treated safely from the comfort of your home. My procedure is to have a conversation with a client about what they hope to achieve from a session, we set up a time for the session to take place when they will be in a state to receive healing energy and I follow up with a telephone conversation to discuss their experience and my perception of their blockages. I do miss seeing my clients, so I am now offering Zoom consultations/intakes before the session so that we can see each other. I have also incorporated a new technique with my distance Reiki treatments since I don’t always have a photo of my client.  I use a teddy bear so that I can scan and focus the healing energy where it is needed. If this appeals to you, please feel free to contact me by email at lindasim54@gmail.com or call me at 617-304-2205. The cost for distance Reiki sessions is based on a sliding scale of $30 -$50. For your convenience, I accept Venmo and Zelle for payment. Zelle payments can be sent using my telephone number 617-304-2205. I have also written an article about distance Reiki, which is available at:

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