Aquarius 20 January – 18 February

That intense New Moon in Leo, exact with Jupiter at 9° Leo, is shining a spotlight directly onto your connections and shared resources, Aquarius. With the Sun also in Leo, this is a powerful time for new beginnings around how you relate to others, especially where you share power or resources. But let's spill a little tea, shall we? You, our independent Air sign, might find yourself intellectualising some pretty strong emotions that are bubbling up right now, rather than just *feeling* them. It’s your fixed air nature trying to analyse away the messiness of human connection.

This tendency to detach is amplified by Pluto’s retrograde motion in your own sign at 3° Aquarius, creating an exact opposition to Mercury in Leo. Your usual logical way of processing information is being challenged, forcing a deep dive into your unconscious motives and behaviours in relationships. Are you pushing people away in the name of freedom, or are you actually avoiding vulnerability? That Mercury-Pluto opposition really wants you to look at how you communicate power dynamics, whether you realise it or not.

Good news on the social front though, Aquarius! Venus in Libra at 5° is forming an exact trine to your ruling planet, Uranus, at 5° Gemini. This is fantastic for sparking new friendships or bringing unexpected harmony to existing ones. You might find yourself drawn to quirky, innovative people, or perhaps a cause you care deeply about gains traction through a surprising collaboration. Your independent spirit is celebrated, but in a way that *enhances* connection, rather than detracting from it.

However, Venus also opposes Neptune at 4° Aries, albeit with a slightly wider orb. This could mean some idealism around your friendships or group affiliations, so watch out for rose-tinted glasses. You might want to believe the best in everyone, but it’s a good day to observe actions rather than just words. With Saturn retrograde in Aries too, it’s a time to review your boundaries, especially with those you share a vision with. Don't let your desire for connection override your need for clear-headed discernment. Focus on that Venus trine Uranus for positive, authentic social exchanges today.