Turning Points & Bold Intentions: Mercury Enters Aquarius, Uranus Stations Direct, & a New Moon Sparks Fresh Beginnings! Collective Horoscope (Jan 27th-Feb 2nd)

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This week brims with intellectual vigour and transformative potential, signalling fresh starts and pivotal moments. Mercury’s shift into visionary Aquarius sharpens our focus on innovation and collaborative thinking, while Uranus, stationing direct in grounded Taurus, signals a slow but steady shift towards progress in matters of stability and resources. Adding to this dynamic, the New Moon in Aquarius provides an ideal moment to set bold intentions rooted in long-term vision and authentic values. The tone is serious, determined, and forward-thinking—perfect for those ready to embrace meaningful change.

Delve into the details of this week’s transits to uncover what the stars have in store for you!

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I. Mercury enters Aquarius & Uranus stations direct:

1°) Mercury enters Aquarius:

Mercury enters the sign of Aquarius on January 27th (or the 28th, depending on your location) and will remain there until February 14th. Aquarius, ruled by Saturn, is a sign associated with intellectual independence, innovation, and a certain disdain for convention. When Mercury, the planet tied to communication, intellect, and transactions, moves into this sign, it signals a time to step outside the familiar and into the realm of broader thinking.

Expect discourse and decision-making to lean towards logic, innovation, and pragmatism over sentimentality or tradition. Mercury in Aquarius reflects a preference for intellectual detachment, favouring practical solutions that aim to improve systems and societal structures. If Mercury in Capricorn earlier this month felt like a heavy boardroom meeting, Mercury in Aquarius shifts the tone to something resembling an academic symposium: sharp, analytical, and forward-thinking. Just try not to sound too much like a pretentious intellectual during your next debate—it’s a fine line between brilliance and smugness.

This placement also signals a heightened focus on community, collaboration, and shared ideals. However, given Saturn’s rulership over Aquarius, discussions won’t just be pie-in-the-sky fantasies. There’s a serious, disciplined undercurrent here that insists ideas must stand the test of reason and utility. The challenge? Balancing lofty ambitions with Saturn’s no-nonsense reality check. Don’t be surprised if your clever new solution is met with a sceptical “and how exactly will that work?”

2°) Uranus stations direct:

On January 30th, Uranus stations direct at 23 degrees of Taurus, where it has been retrograde since September 1st, marking nearly five months of reflective energy tied to themes of change, freedom, and innovation. As Uranus pauses before beginning its forward motion, the sky signals a turning point in the areas tied to Taurus: finances, material stability, and the comforts we’ve come to rely upon.

Notably, 23 degrees of Taurus falls within the bounds of Saturn (22–26 degrees, according to Vettius Valens). This degree signals themes of sterility, toil, and a sense of detachment, as described in the ancient texts. These descriptors may sound rather grim—and, let’s be honest, not exactly inspiring—but they reflect the stark, disciplined energy that Saturn imparts. This is not a degree of frivolity or carefree indulgence. Instead, it suggests a moment to confront the harsh realities tied to resources and long-term planning. Think less “let’s splurge on luxury” and more “how do we ensure we have enough to sustain the future?” Saturn’s influence here points to sobering considerations that demand intellectual and practical resolve.

Uranus, the celestial body reflecting disruption, innovation, and rebellion, operates in sharp contrast to Taurus’s preference for stability and Saturn’s penchant for control. As Uranus begins its direct motion, the weeks ahead may signal the need to adapt to unexpected shifts in matters of security and material resources. While these shifts may initially feel jarring, Uranus signals the possibility of innovation born out of necessity. Just be prepared for the kind of brilliance that often feels, at first, like chaos.

It’s also worth noting that this direct station marks Uranus’s final months in Taurus before it moves into Gemini on 7 July 2025. Uranus will later retrograde back into Taurus for one last pass on 8 November 2025, before finally settling into Gemini on 26 April 2026, where it will remain until August 2032. These extended movements signal the gradual closing of one chapter and the beginning of another. The Uranus-in-Taurus era, marked by its reflections on material resources, the environment, and security, is gradually giving way to Uranus in Gemini, which will emphasise intellect, communication, and adaptability. But for now, Uranus reminds us that the work in Taurus is not yet complete—there’s still more ground to cover, quite literally.

II. New Moon in Aquarius:

Under this first New Moon of 2025, you may find yourself embarking on an intense or even obsessive new beginning, one that drives you to study or pursue something freshly aligned with your values or beliefs.

The New Moon in Aquarius, falling on 29 January at 1:36 PM (CET), represents the first significant new beginning of the year. It may feel like the true start of 2025, bringing with it a revitalising energy. During this lunation, the Sun and Moon unite at 9° Aquarius, imbuing the skies with a distinctly Saturnian influence.

Aquarius, ruled by Saturn, embodies themes of seriousness, maturity, boundaries, and stability. However, as an air sign, it also emphasises open-mindedness and forward-thinking innovation. The contrast between Saturn’s rulership of Capricorn and Aquarius is significant: Saturn in Capricorn represents top-down authority, protective boundaries, and a scarcity-focused mindset. In Aquarius, Saturn’s energy shifts towards bottom-up construction, prioritising stability through collaborative and future-oriented abundance.

A Saturn-ruled New Moon cultivates an atmosphere of intellectual focus rather than emotional vulnerability, encouraging pragmatic and serious decision-making. This particular lunation takes place in the first decan of Aquarius, a segment of the zodiac ruled by Venus. Venus’s influence in this decan introduces themes of harmony, values, relationships, and beauty into the otherwise structured and disciplined energy of Saturn.

Venus’s rulership over this portion of Aquarius brings a focus on what we deeply value and find meaningful, particularly in areas of life that relate to connection, creativity, and the pursuit of ideals. It urges us to evaluate whether our current path aligns with those values. Under this influence, there is a subtle yet powerful call to examine what is worth holding onto and what must be released. Venus here highlights the importance of pursuing aspirations that not only serve practical and intellectual goals but also resonate on a personal, heart-centred level.

This combination of Saturn’s structure and Venus’s relational and aesthetic qualities encourages the building of something that is both stable and meaningful. It invites a balance between the intellect and the emotional clarity that Venus inspires, asking us to make decisions that prioritise long-term growth without sacrificing the beauty and harmony we seek in life. By placing Venus in the spotlight, this decan suggests that the new beginnings initiated during this New Moon should be anchored in values that truly matter to us, particularly those that enhance our lives and reflect our higher ideals.

With Venus’s rulership over this decan, the New Moon emphasises the importance of moving forward with intention and grace, creating space for both intellectual seriousness and the richness of human connection. This is a moment to align your aspirations with what brings fulfilment, ensuring that the structures you build under Saturn’s guidance are also imbued with Venusian qualities of love, beauty, and harmony.

On the day of this New Moon, Mercury and Pluto will be exactly conjunct at the first degree of Aquarius, intensifying the lunation with extraordinary intellectual depth and transformative energy. The alignment of the Sun, Moon, Mercury, and Pluto weaves together themes of communication, power, transformation, and profound introspection. Mercury, the planet of intellect, dialogue, and analysis, merges with Pluto, the ruler of power, obsession, and rebirth, creating an atmosphere that demands focus, honesty, and a fearless confrontation with deep truths. This New Moon is not suited to superficial intentions—it calls for decisions that can catalyse significant transformation and reshape our perspectives at their core.

The exact conjunction of Mercury and Pluto at this critical first degree fosters sharp mental clarity and an almost compulsive drive to uncover hidden truths. Communication and thought processes are unlikely to linger at surface levels; instead, they are drawn to explore profound, even uncomfortable, territories. This alignment compels us to face buried fears, examine power dynamics, and investigate unresolved issues, all with the intent of achieving transformative clarity. It imbues the New Moon with a sense of weight and urgency, urging us to set intentions that carry substance and purpose. This is a time to unearth and address the profound, trusting that such efforts will pave the way for lasting change.

As the first New Moon with Pluto firmly positioned in Aquarius, this lunation signifies a pivotal energetic shift. Aquarius, an air sign focused on intellectual innovation, collective progress, and societal reform, channels Pluto’s transformative power into realms of future-focused thought and radical shifts in perspective. Mercury’s exact conjunction with Pluto at the first degree of this sign highlights the role of communication, ideas, and intellectual exploration in the process of transformation. Words and dialogue become powerful tools for breaking boundaries, inspiring innovation, and reshaping structures on both personal and societal levels.

The energy of this New Moon is further coloured by an obsessive determination and an all-or-nothing approach. Pluto ensures that the changes and intentions initiated during this time are profound and enduring, not fleeting or superficial. This is a moment to release outdated patterns, relationships, or beliefs that no longer align with your path, making space for growth rooted in authenticity and purpose.

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Adding a crucial layer to this lunation, Jupiter is retrograde in Gemini, a position where it is considered to be in exile. In traditional astrology, Jupiter’s exile in Gemini reflects a conflict between Jupiter’s expansive, unifying nature and Gemini’s fragmented, dualistic energy. Jupiter thrives in environments where it can foster coherence, purpose, and higher meaning; in Gemini, it must adapt to the mutable, curious, and scattered qualities of this air sign, limiting its ability to provide its full blessings. Retrograde motion further internalises Jupiter’s energy, urging us to reflect on past opportunities and lessons, especially those related to communication, knowledge, and intellectual pursuits.

Jupiter’s position in Gemini, despite its challenges, offers a unique lens through which we can refine and adapt our thinking. The retrograde period encourages us to revisit ideas, examine overlooked details, and take a more introspective approach to growth. The harmonious trine between Jupiter and the New Moon serves as a counterbalance to the intensity of Mercury and Pluto’s conjunction. While the latter demands profound transformation, Jupiter retrograde in Gemini adds a reflective and deliberate element to the process. It reminds us that growth is not only about forward motion but also about integrating lessons and refining our intentions.

In sum, the New Moon’s conjunction with Mercury and Pluto at the first degree of Aquarius, alongside Jupiter retrograde in its exile in Gemini, creates a powerful blend of intensity, introspection, and transformative potential. This is a moment to articulate intentions with clarity and depth, confronting uncomfortable truths while remaining open to new perspectives. The influence of Jupiter, even in exile, encourages intellectual adaptability and thoughtful reflection, helping us find purpose and coherence amidst the transformative energy of the lunation. This New Moon is both a beginning and a turning point, urging us to communicate, think, and act with transformative intent and mindful precision.

There is also a sign-based square to Uranus in Taurus, which introduces an undercurrent of unpredictability or sudden shocks. Uranus, the planet of rebellion, innovation, and disruption, is retrograde at the time of the New Moon, adding a layer of introspection and internal tension to its usual volatile energy. Retrograde Uranus can manifest as a period of revisiting and reassessing areas where we crave freedom, progress, or change, particularly in matters related to stability, resources, and security—key themes of Taurus. However, the retrograde status also tempers Uranus’s disruptive force, turning its energy inward and making the unpredictability less overt or immediate.

As the square to Uranus is sign-based rather than degree-based, its impact is likely to remain peripheral rather than central to the New Moon’s influence. The tension it introduces may feel like a background hum of unease or the sense that unexpected developments could arise, but these shifts are unlikely to dominate the lunation’s overall energy. Interestingly, Uranus is poised to station direct the day after the New Moon, which will unleash its energy more fully. This suggests that while the New Moon itself may only hint at potential surprises or shifts, the days following it could see these energies brought into sharper focus.

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In this context, the Uranian influence acts as a subtle yet important reminder to remain flexible and open to unexpected developments, even as the New Moon calls for focus, determination, and intention-setting. The retrograde motion at the time of the lunation invites us to reflect on where we have resisted change or failed to embrace innovation, particularly in areas where Taurus’s themes of security and comfort may have led to stagnation. The proximity to Uranus’s direct station underscores the notion that whatever internal or subtle shifts occur under this New Moon could soon give way to more noticeable and outward changes, especially in the realms of stability and personal growth.

The overarching theme of this New Moon revolves around carving out your own path—whether through study, intellectual pursuits, or the embrace of something new and meaningful. This independent drive may be motivated by a desire to prove yourself, particularly to those who doubted you or to groups where you felt out of place. While not necessarily vengeful, this energy carries a subtle undertone of defiance—a determination to rise above and succeed.

An equally significant feature of this New Moon is the alignment of Saturn, Venus, Neptune, and the North Node in Pisces. The conjunction of Saturn and Venus speaks to the seriousness of values and relationships, highlighting maturity, realism, and a deeply considered approach to what matters most. Neptune brings an ethereal, transcendent quality, infusing spirituality and dreamlike energy into the mix. Together, Venus and Neptune often create a heightened sense of beauty and desire, but Saturn’s influence anchors this into meaningful, elevated pursuits—such as high art or profound spiritual exploration.

The North Node, meanwhile, adds momentum and growth, emphasising the importance of these themes in our personal journeys. Venus, exalted in Pisces, further enhances the sense of passion, excitement, and even obsession with the values, relationships, or pursuits that we hold dear.

In the background, Mars remains retrograde in Cancer, contributing to emotional frustrations and manipulative tendencies. Mars’s square to Chiron in Aries intensifies feelings of insecurity and vulnerability, adding a layer of reactivity to the surrounding energy. While these dynamics may linger, they are secondary to the focused and serious new beginnings promised by this New Moon.

In conclusion, this lunation signals an obsessive, intellectually charged new beginning tied to deeply held values. It asks us to reflect on what truly matters, make intentional decisions, and embrace the challenges of building something enduring.

If you have thoughts or reflections on how this energy might unfold in your life, I would love to read them—feel free to share below!

This new moon will be felt most intensely by Aquarius, Scorpio, Leo, and Taurus placements, particularly if you have planets and/or important chart points around 9 degrees of these signs (give or take 1-5 degrees).

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