Overview
The main reading
Your mind brims with innovative ideas, thanks to the sun in Scorpio. You also aren’t short of the energy required to follow through on making these ideas a reality. The advice of someone you trust may even come to the rescue. Your mind will be well calibrated, calm and stable. All areas of life will steadily improve. On 16th December, the sun moves into Sagittarius, which encourages you to complete a course of action. Mentally, you are robust, composed and strong. With Mercury in Scorpio, you will make new friends, have plenty of fun and enjoy a thriving new romance. What Leo longs for most is loyalty, warmth and generosity. You need to be appreciated for your big heart. Venus in Libra indicates that you will take many short trips and catch up with friends and relatives. With Mars in Aquarius, you forge new friendships and allies, meeting people from many different backgrounds. This is also a time to welcome love if single. On the 23rd, Mars moves into Pisces, which creates a lovely gentle energy that works well for your love life. Never underestimate the quiet power of Pisces.
Love
Romance and relationships
A promising month for your romantic life and you spend a lot of time with your partner. The time spent together recreates romantic memories and brightens your life. You will be successful in understanding each other better. You may have to make some decisions regarding your love life. Romantic encounters are indicated, especially during the middle of the month. For those of you in a relationship, instead of resorting to arguments or assuming the defensive position even when no one is picking on you, relax and give your beloved a chance to redeem themselves. One thing that will reduce stress and keep you feeling a lot better about yourself is music, movies and any form of delightful escape. There could be some of you who may be under pressure to remain in a relationship that is totally one-sided. Always remember, it is a good idea to have open communication than to be in an unhappy relationship. Those of you waiting to find love find it in the last place you could have imagined. However, keep your excitement under control or else you may end up doing something silly. Toward the end of the month, your romantic life is likely to take some twists and turns, as you will miss the company of your partner. Do not be disappointed because it will be a blessing in disguise, as it will make you realise how dearly you love each other. As they say, ‘distance makes the heart grow fonder.’ Some of you may have had a spat, try to be the first to take the step to make up to your beloved.
Career
Work and ambition
You must trust your instincts this month. Situations in your professional life may arise that will impel you to do something that you do not support. A colleague at work might be secretly trying to gain your favour by distorting and misconstruing facts. Do not let it cloud your judgement and most importantly, do not believe all that you hear. With the Sun stationed in the sign of the workaholic Capricorn, the good traits of Capricorn may rub off on you as well. And this will greatly help you complete any difficult tasks. Nothing is able to faze you and you shine in the most adverse of circumstances. On January 21, the Sun will enter the sign of the quirky and intellectual Aquarius. This will again be good for you as far as your professional commitments are concerned. You will be able to come up with innovative solutions to problems and will be constantly striving to improve your productivity and efficiency. The New Moon in Aquarius on January 30 and the end of the Venus retrograde on January 31, your focus will shift to your personal life and work may take a backseat.
Finance
Money and resources
This month you need to be very careful when it comes to making investments. You should look at options that are low on risk as there are chances of your suffering some losses. Guard your financial details carefully or they could be misused. You will do best to take the advice of a financial expert, in case of any doubts. It is an excellent time for all you businessmen. You will get excellent returns from a past investment of yours which will make your situation quite strong. Try not to go over your budget as you are prone to overspending. You might have to make quite a few adjustments financially as there are some unexpected developments that might take place. You might be frustrated with the slow pace of things. Do not worry as this is a temporary phase only. Try and postpone making any investments for the moment. Those of you who deal with overseas clients will see an increase in your profits. This is the best time for you to review your budget and determine the best way to save some money. Those of you who deal in property and real estate will do exceptionally well for yourself.
Health
Body and energy
Some of you could find yourself getting annoyed due to some recurring skin problem. Yet some others could find themselves suffering from insomnia. Do not get into medication; instead, follow some relaxation techniques like meditation or yoga. Diabetic patients need to be very choosy about food to keep the ailment under control. Avoid all that could increase your sugar-level. Don’t allow personal problems to ruin your happiness, otherwise it could cost you dearly. It is advisable for you to immerse yourself in some creative work to divert your attention. Blood pressure patients must abstain from taking alcohol. There are chances that even a drink could cause you some health problems besides upsetting your routine. Avoid exposed or junk food especially all that is sold on the roadside. People suffering from digestive problems are likely to find a remedy for their problem. Do not ignore even minor health problems and take the help of a good doctor to get cured from your ailments. Keep mental tension away as this has a negative effect on your overall well-being. Toward the month end, you need to take special care of your health. Stay away from anything that causes an allergic reaction. If you have any problems don’t neglect them and take the advice of a good doctor. A word of advice: try alternative treatments; they will be good for you. Also, try to switch to a vegetarian diet and see the change in your overall health.