New Moon in Capricorn Chinese New Year

Tomorrow Sun and Moon will meet in the Cardinal Earth Sign Capricorn. Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, and at this moment the sign is also under the Aspect of Saturn from Scorpio and the Aspect of Mars from Libra. This month's New Moon is the second New Moon after the Winter Solstice, thus marking the beginning of the Chinese New Year.

The Chinese Zodiac

The Aspect of Saturn, The Great Disciplinary does bring potential delays, but the Aspect of Mars on the Moon and Sun is a very positive and energetic influence.
Particularly so for the New Moon. Mars's courage and focus will make this Lunar Month very well suited for forging ahead with plans and projects relating to agriculture, arts, literature and love.

Moonstone the Secondary Gem for the Moon

Best to exercise some caution before taking action, because the Aspect of Saturn can cause some setbacks and delays in case of too hot headed action. Romantic plans will greatly benefit from the New Moon under the Aspect of Mars. The Warrior Planet is in Libra right now, so it's energy is strong and focused, but relatively non confrontational, making this a perfect time for marriage proposals, undertaking the logistics of wedding plannings and engagements.

Red Carnelian excellent for channeling Mars's focused energy

Businesses involved in the beauty industry, fashion, entertainment will receive favorable conditions for launching new products. Plans and dealings involving government (application for permits, approvals etc.) will take their own time, but there is a very good chance for success, so don't loose patience!

Rahu and Retrograde Jupiter Conjunct in the Fixed Fire Sign Leo are also Aspected by Saturn, so the fantastic and grandiose results promised by this Rahu Jupiter Conjunction are taking slower to materialize. Still not the right time for expansion and upgrading for businesses in real estate. Major investments and mergers should also be put on hold if possible, until Lucky Jupiter resumes its Forward Motion.

Emerald, the Traditional Planetary Gem for Mercury

Venus the Planet of Love and Luxury and Speedy Mercury are still in The Mutable Fire Sign Sagittarius under the Benefic Aspect from Jupiter and Rahu in Leo. Excellent time to initiate projects related to the internet and education, also for negotiations and job applications. In a couple of days Mercury will leave both the House and the Aspect of Jupiter, so take advantage of this time to ensure fast growth and success of new ventures. Wear the Planetary Gems recommended for Mercury and consciously embrace the energies of Mercury to increase your chances for success in business dealings!

Peridot, the Secondary Gemstone for Mercury

Venus in Sagittarius January 21

   Venus is currently transiting the Mutable Fire sign of Sagittarius, joining Retrograde Mercury. Venus is very well placed in Sagittarius, as the ruler of the sign, Jupiter is in Planetary Friendship with the Planet of Love and Beauty. The time of this transit is beneficial for creative and artistic pursuits, especially as right now the whole sign is aspected by Jupiter. Even though Jupiter is Retrograde at the moment, it still casts some of its benefic energy on Venus in Sagittarius.

   The mutable nature of the sign promotes "big picture" ideas, a flexible approach, and a generally free spirited way of dealing with relationships. There is a lot of opportunity for growth and development in the areas of relationships, art and creativity during this transit.

   Mercury, also in Sagittarius, is still Retrograde, so investments and financial dealings will not benefit from this otherwise favorable planetary position until Mercury resumes its forward motion on the 26th of January.

   As Mars, the Warrior Planet is in Libra, this is also an excellent time to solve disputes, as Mars in Libra is focused and strong, but without its often unnecessarily aggressive edge.

Unless otherwise indicated by the Birth Chart, Diamond, White Sapphire and White Topaz will enhance the beneficial effect of Venus for Love, Relationship, and Art during this transit.

Diamond, the Primary Gemstone For Venus

   Red Coral or Carnelian can be very helpful for focusing efforts and increasing stamina. Be mindful that natural (untreated) Red Coral is a very hot gemstone. Regardless of the position of the planets, Red Coral should not be worn on very hot days. (Like right now here in Malaysia!)

Red Carnelian, the secondary gem for Mars

Natural Red Coral, the gemstone of Mars

Natural Red Coral

   The best gems for hot and dry weather are Blue Sapphire, Gomed, Diamond, Emerald and Pearl. These are Planetary Gems, so before you put them on, you need to check whether these gems are suitable for you as per your Birth Chart, or not. (On my website www.tarotgems.com there is a page on explaining the suitability of gemstones in details.)

   Other than the Planetary Gems, there are other very safe gemstones that have the ability to considerably lower body temperature. Clear Quartz, Kyanite, Fluorite and Smoky Quartz, Blue Zircon, Blue Topaz and Amethyst are perfect for anyone for cooling the body on a hot day.

Clear Quartz, also known as Rock Crystal is a very cooling stone

Amethyst, basically a purple Quartz is cooling and calming

Blue Zircon is a rare, but wonderful gem with a cooling, calming effect

Smoky Quartz is probably the most "manly" of all the cooling stones

Kyanite comes in many colors, the most spectacular is a strong blue