VIRGO HOROSCOPE

Virgo

General Outlook

Your planetary ruler, Mercury forms a positive aspect to the planet of change Uranus. You may find that life takes some unexpected twists and turns this week. It may not be anything major but just enough to mean that you have to change your daily plans or routine. Conversely you may decide to change them yourself which will take others by surprise.

Love & Romance

Where your love life is concerned your interest is likely to be heightened. If you are in a healthy relationship, this can be a really good time for you both. Conversely if there are tensions then this may serve to worsen the situation. It may also lead to discord and arguments because of unexpressed desires and sexuality.

Prosperity & Opportunity 

In other areas of your life, you are likely to feel more upbeat and positive generally. Opportunities may come your way from unexpected sources. As an earth sign you will generally tread carefully and don’t normally rush in, however as an innovator Mars will push forward and make a call to action which you could well heed.

Phases of the Moon

Full moon:  In Cancer, Wolf Moon,  Friday 6th January,  Make a plan today…

Waning Moon: In Libra,  Sunday 15^th January,  Reflect on your progress…

New Moon: In Capricorn,  Saturday 21st January,  Make a new start today…

Waxing Moon: In Taurus,  Saturday 28th January,  Time to set new intentions…

Planets

Sun in Capricorn until 21st January – then Aquarius.

Mercury in Capricorn all month.

Venus in Capricorn until 28^th, then Aquarius

Mars In Gemini all month.

Jupiter in Aries all month.

Gemstone – Garnet for January

In Greek mythology, a pomegranate is referenced as a gift of love and is associated with eternity. Nowadays, Garnet remains as a gift of love and is traditionally given for the 19th anniversary of marriage. It may also be used as a gift for two-year and six-year anniversaries. Moreover, Garnet is symbolic of a quick return and separated love, since Hades had given a pomegranate to Persephone before she left him to ensure her speedy return. Therefore, Garnet may be given to a beloved before embarking on a trip, as it is believed to heal the broken bonds of lovers.

It has been said that a garnet engraved with the figure of a lion is an all around effective charm that will protect and preserve health, cure the wearer of all disease, bring him honors, and guard him from all the possible perils in traveling. It was also said to warn the wearer of approaching danger and was long ago carried as a protection against harm.