I believe that the entire universe is in a giant conspiracy for our ultimate well-being, if we can listen to its promptings. All of my work and writings are aimed at helping you listen to this inner guidance.

–David Pond (davidpond.com)

The week at a glance: The eyes of the world are on the US capitol this week with preparations for the inauguration appearing more like a combat zone than a stately transition of power. The astrology couldn’t be more dramatic, with some of the most intense astrology of the year occurring on inauguration day.  The cosmic weather is charged with electrifying energy with a sudden release of built up tension—like the energy of earthquakes and lighting storms. This culminates with Mars (the warrior) conjunct Uranus (the revolutionary) on Wednesday. Mars transits heat-up, activate, and are known as “trigger” aspects (unfortunate moniker), releasing the built-up tension. Revolutionary fervor is fueled with bravado, hubris, and reckless abandon on inauguration day, yikes!

The winds of change are a howlin’ in 2021, with Uranus, the planet of sudden expected change, being active all year. There are two levels of working with this activated Uranus energy— fighting for your right to be free; or expressing your right to be free. At the lower level, a person feels the need to fight for their freedom, as in “I am going show them and get a divorce, quit my job, and leave town!” It never works. The skillful, mature level is to get the cosmic joke—if freedom requires permission or approval from others, it is not freedom at all.  At the higher level, other people’s feedback and approval doesn’t weigh as heavily on the psyche, and you freely live and express your unique individuality.

At the personal level, for those who can skillfully handle this intense energy, it can lead to breakthroughs, innovative discoveries, and rapid evolutionary growth.

The cosmic surf is up this week, may you ride the waves well!  

Monday: Draw on your courage today, get fired up, and get going with the Moon in “just jump” Aries. Good progress can be made with moving forward on your goals and plans with support from the Saturn/Jupiter conjunction.

Tuesday: A bit of excitement is in the air today enhancing communicating and brainstorming with others, with the Moon in spontaneous Aries in harmony to Mercury (the mind) in forward-thinking Aquarius. The Sun moves into Aquarius this afternoon, joining three other planets in the sign of friendships, groups, and social causes.

Wednesday:  Red flag warnings for the cosmic weather today with the Moon in Taurus, joining Mars and Uranus, all square the four planets in Aquarius, creating maximum tension—while Mars (anger) conjunct the wild card planet Uranus, sparks a sudden release of the tension. If you can keep your cool and handle the intensity, sudden breakthroughs and discoveries can occur.

Thursday: You might wake up feeling edgy after an anything but restful night, with the Taurus Moon conjunct the heated up, electrifying Mars/Uranus conjunction in the wee hours before dawn. The day smooths out, leading to a comfortable, enjoyable evening with The Moon in harmony to lovely Venus. Enjoy!

Friday: Your head and heart can be pulling you in different directions to start the day with Moon in Taurus square Mercury.  Draw on inner strength to get going with support from regenerating Pluto.  The afternoon turns busy with the Moon moving into variety-seeking Gemini, and Mars (drive) gets pumped up by Jupiter, inflating the sense of possibilities—don’t bite off more than you can chew.

Saturday: Controlled growth should be the motto today with Mars (taking action) inflated by expansive Jupiter, while the Sun is also conjunct restrictive Saturn.  Love and creativity are in the air with Venus being inspired by imaginative Neptune, and communications are enhanced with the Moon in open-minded Gemini supported by the Aquarius planets.

Sunday: Scattered, confused energy can cloud the day with Moon in easily distracted Gemini enticed by illusionary Neptune—perhaps get lost in a movie, or something fanciful, and wait for clarity returning this evening with the support from Mercury, enhancing all communications.

 May the stars be with you!

(Contributed by Gwyllm Llwydd)