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Astrology Insight Now!

Astrology Insight Now!

Written by: Pamela Cucinell astrologer
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 Accurate astrology each week! Astrologer Pamela Cucinell calms overwhelm with her pragmatic optimism. Pamela's forecasts can support goals and inspire confidence for a stellar week.

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  • Aries Neptune / Leo Full Moon 2026

    Aries Neptune / Leo Full Moon 2026
    Jan 25 2026
    OverviewI’m recording this the weekend before the January 26th forecast, right after Mars entered Aquarius and news broke about the murder of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. We’re living inside a Mars–Pluto ignition point—force, power, confrontation—and it’s already escalating. What we’re seeing collectively reflects the deeper psychological and astrological story: Mars (desire, anger, assertion) meeting Pluto (the underworld, power, shadow, unconscious).This week asks each of us: How do I work with this? How do I channel what’s rising without letting it consume me?Monday, Jan 26Moon in TaurusJupiter–Moon InfluenceNeptune moves into AriesThe Moon in Taurus gives us a grounded way to ask: What am I building? What do I value enough to voice? Taurus rules the throat. Mars in Aquarius wants expression with direction. This combination says: use your voice, name what matters, define your values.Jupiter magnifies whatever it touches today, so amplify gratitude—freedom, shelter, work, dignity. Gratitude strengthens the muscles for kindness and human connection, especially in a time of so much brutality.The big shift today: Neptune enters Aries. Out of Pisces’ fog and into fire. Neptune in Aries awakens the spiritual warrior. After years of confusion and dissolved boundaries, we now see passion and purpose rising. And yes, as I record this, an ice storm rages across the country—an eerie mirror for the “ice” of authority behaving without accountability.Tuesday, Jan 27Moon enters Gemini at 3:55 p.m. ETMars–Pluto exact conjunctionThis is the ignition point. Messages fly fast and sharp. Gemini adds air to Aquarius’ air, fanning the flames. Multiple perspectives, multiple truths, but all with an edge of urgency.Expect strong declarations—both publicly and personally. This is the moment people say, “Enough.” You’ll see pushback against authority, institutions, and any structure behaving like it’s untouchable.Use the energy consciously: write, speak, connect, articulate what’s been stuck inside you. Mars–Pluto doesn’t whisper. It erupts. Better to direct it than be steamrolled by it.Wednesday, Jan 28Moon in GeminiThe air-fire dynamic continues. Calculated chaos is the theme—not just in the news but in our internal emotional weather. Authorities may escalate to justify harsher control. People react, and the reaction is used as fuel. This is a strategy.But for the conscious person, this same force can be a creative engine: conversations, writing, brave communications, truth-telling. Today is about taking action through the mind and through the voice.Thursday, Jan 29Void Moon 2:57 p.m. ET → Moon enters Cancer 5:32 p.m. ETDuring the void period: stick to ongoing tasks. Nothing new has glue.When the Moon slips into Cancer: the emotional body wakes up. At first, you may question your direction—second-guessing, discomfort, or someone else challenging your choices. Sit with it. Vet it. If it matters to you, commit.Cancer helps you follow through with heart and intuition. This is the energy of protecting what matters and nurturing what you’ve started.Friday, Jan 30Moon in CancerThis is a super-positive day for connection, community, collaboration, and emotional alignment. Despite the outer-world chaos, today supports genuine bonding and finding the right people to help carry your work to the next stage.Excellent for social exchanges, teamwork, and strengthening your foundations—personal or professional.Saturday, Jan 31Void Moon 4:52 p.m. ET → Moon enters Leo 7:09 p.m. ETFrom Thursday night through late afternoon today: wonderful Waxing Moon momentum. Creativity, love, community, and the building of something meaningful all get a green light.You may not hit the long-term finish line yet, but you can feel genuine satisfaction with your progress.When the Moon enters Leo tonight: play, entertainment, music, shows, joy. Let yourself enjoy something. It feeds your fire.Sunday, Feb 1Full Moon in Leo at 5:09 p.m. ETOpposite Sun, Pluto, Mars in AquariusThis is a big, charismatic full Moon—dramatic, creative, larger-than-life. But with three planets opposing it, it has a jack-in-the-box unpredictability. Be conscious of where you are and who you’re with today.Don’t get swept up in theatrics or ego storms. Channel the creativity, the courage, the heart. A Leo full Moon asks: Who is your audience? Who are you trying to reach? Speak to them directly. Get full access to Pamela’s Astrology Insight Now! at astrologyoasis.substack.com/subscribe
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  • Saturn, Uranus and Calculated Change

    Saturn, Uranus and Calculated Change
    Jan 18 2026
    January 19, 2026 — Aquarius, January 19th, 2026.This is the day to honor the memory of Martin Luther King Jr. in the United States. I say that with the understanding that holidays are being changed to suit the whims of the current governmental administration.Still, for many people, Monday, January 19th, remains a day of honor and recognition.We are in a waxing Moon cycle, with the Moon in Aquarius—an especially fitting placement for a man whose legacy centered on peaceful civil disobedience in the name of equality for all human beings.Aquarius and the Myth of Sudden ChangeWhat’s notable about this day, astrologically, is Aquarius itself.Traditionally, Aquarius is ruled by Saturn—something many people forget in modern astrology. Uranus, discovered later, eventually became associated with Aquarius as well.Uranus was discovered during the era of the French and American revolutions, alongside electricity—symbolizing freedom, disruption, and sudden change. That energy resonates strongly with Aquarius. Aquarians, or those with strong Aquarius signatures, are often individuals who don’t do things the conventional way and who feel compelled to express their uniqueness.Since I am an Aquarius, with a strong Aquarian imprint in my chart, I have a theory as to why Saturn deserves just as much—if not more—consideration than Uranus.Aquarius is a fixed sign, occurring in the middle of the season and sustaining it, even as climate change disrupts our expectations. There is a frozen quality here.What can look like sudden movement is often the result of long, methodical consideration.When an Aquarian acts in a way that surprises others, they are not surprised; they know why they’re doing what they’re doing.Saturn and Uranus Working TogetherLooking at Monday the 19th, we see a buildup of energy.As the Moon moves through Aquarius into Tuesday, it forms a square to Uranus. At the same time, Saturn in late Pisces and Uranus in late Taurus are in a harmonious aspect.These forces may seem opposed, but they are working together.Yes, Saturn is associated with structure and authority, and Uranus with disruption. Together, they generate a synergy that becomes active as the Sun enters Aquarius on the 19th.This week unfolds on the heels of the recent New Moon and speaks directly to how forces collaborate to create change.Calculated Chaos and the New MoonAs you work with what you want to bring into form during this lunar cycle, consider what I’d call calculated chaos.How do you shake things up just enough to methodically move your plans forward?Think of it like planting a garden in winter. The soil may be frozen, but the first step is still breaking up the ground. The earth needs to be worked so it can accept seeds, water, and air.In the early stages of New Moon energy, clarity of intention matters more than visible results.Habits, Rewards, and Staying the CourseI’ve been reading about habits—how they form, and how sustainable change actually happens.A habit needs to fit your lifestyle. You also need to know why you’re doing it. But perhaps most important is the reward.At first, that reward may be external. Over time, it becomes internal.If the goal isn’t immediately visible, how do you still reward yourself for showing up? For putting one foot in front of the other?With the Moon in Aquarius and Uranus active, there may need to be something tangible that reinforces the behavior you’re cultivating.We’re living in times where certain goals are actively being obstructed. Sometimes progress requires subtlety. It can feel like nothing is happening, even when it is.Regular meditation—aimed toward a more whole, sustainable world—is one of the most powerful practices right now.Aquarian energy often works quietly and methodically before it becomes visible. What surprises others has usually been unfolding for quite some time.Tuesday’s Wake-Up CallMonday looks like a strong creative day and a powerful moment to engage with agents of change. A supportive Mars–Uranus influence adds momentum.This continues into Tuesday, when the Moon squares Uranus at 9:16 p.m. Eastern.Something unexpected may arise.If you are the conscious agent of change, this may feel like a sudden insight or opening rather than chaos. With Uranus, awareness of your response matters more than the event itself.Pisces Moon: Expansion Without EscapeThe Moon enters Pisces early Wednesday morning, bringing a softer, more receptive energy.These days support listening, imagining, and opening to new possibilities—whether through creativity, income streams, or a renewed sense of meaning.I’ve become more aware lately of how cold weather causes us to compress—shrinking the ribcage, breathing less deeply. This physical contraction mirrors emotional and energetic contraction.Opening the body, elongating the spine, and breathing fully are acts of resilience.Pisces’ traditional ruler is Jupiter. Neptune came later, but Jupiter still matters. ...
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  • Capricorn New Moon 2026

    Capricorn New Moon 2026
    Jan 11 2026

    A Note to Begin

    This week opens with a deep sense of reflection. Many of us have been moving through grief, shock, or emotional heaviness—collectively and personally. Astrology doesn’t eliminate difficulty, but it helps us understand where we are and how to navigate it with awareness and connection. As we move toward the New Moon in Capricorn, we’re finishing a long cycle and preparing for new beginnings.

    MONDAY, JAN 12 — Moon in Scorpio

    A powerful day for emotional and spiritual insight.Instead of resisting uncomfortable feelings or unfamiliar territory, try moving gently toward them. Connection—inner or outer—begins with presence. Meditation, intention, or simply sending love toward someone you feel distant from can open pathways.

    TUESDAY, JAN 13 — Epiphanies + Void Moon

    The potential for soulful connection continues.The Moon goes void of course at 5:59 p.m. ET—a short reflective window. Use it to pause, breathe, and acknowledge the fragility and preciousness of life.

    At 6:34 p.m. ET, the Moon shifts into Sagittarius, setting the tone for two active, dynamic days.

    WEDNESDAY, JAN 14 — Grounded in Your Truth

    Sagittarius energy brings movement, conversation, and the potential for confusion or mixed signals.Stay clear about your intentions. There may be “smoke and mirrors,” but staying present and physically active helps clear your mind.

    THURSDAY, JAN 15 — Pushback or Uncertainty

    By evening, you may feel like things are uphill or that people you counted on aren’t showing up.Keep doing your part. Stay focused on your vision and don’t get discouraged by others’ inconsistencies.

    FRIDAY, JAN 16 — Moon Enters Capricorn

    The Moon is void at 6:19 a.m., then enters Capricorn at 6:47 a.m.We enter the Dark of the Moon, the final clearing-out before Sunday’s New Moon.Finish what needs finishing. Tie up loose ends. Ground yourself.

    SATURDAY, JAN 17 — Flashes of Insight

    Sudden realizations or seductive “do this now” impulses may hit.Hold them lightly. We’re still in the Dark Moon, so this is a time for consideration, not impulsive action. Add new ideas to your future agenda rather than jumping immediately.

    SUNDAY, JAN 18 — New Moon in Capricorn

    A powerful New Moon charged with purpose and potential.Sun, Moon, Mercury, and Mars all cluster in Capricorn, with Venus and Pluto close by in Aquarius. This stellium emphasizes:

    * Commitment

    * Structure

    * Authority (personal and collective)

    * Building what truly matters

    The tension with Cancer–Leo reminds us that home, family, creativity, and heart must stay at the center of all we build.

    This New Moon urges us to claim our personal authority and not shrink in the face of larger forces. Strengthen your foundation. Care for your microcosm—your home, your loved ones, your inner life. From that place, you contribute to humanity as a whole.

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