Embrace Your Inner Journey: Astrological Insights for January 2026

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The new year brings with it the need for an inward journey of acceptance and compassion. One that we embark upon with open eyes, heart, and mind. As the light slowly returns and we look toward spring with hope and anticipation, it will be important to allow old and outdated aspects of ourselves to die away. In 2025 we were like the snake shedding its skin, peeling back the layers of programming that kept us from being who we really are and doing what our heart longs to do. But in order to move forward in 2026 and embrace the tenacity of the year of the Horse, we’re going to have to accept ALL of who we are: the good, the bad, the ugly. We’re going to have to make space for the full spectrum of our humanity. Any aspects that we try to keep hidden, from ourselves or others, will eventually push their way to the surface and wreak havoc on our lives until they are loved and brought into the wholeness of our beings. So look for signs from the universe to help you on this journey and listen to the deepest, quietest places within your being.

ARIES // TAURUS // GEMINI // CANCER // LEO // VIRGO // LIBRA // SCORPIO // SAGITTARIUS // CAPICORN // AQUARIUS // PISCES

Aries: Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

January might not move at the pace you would like it to, dear Aries. It might feel like every step forward only leads to two steps back. Don’t be disheartened, though. Take this as a sign to slow things down. This month will be a great time for sharing your thoughts, ideas, and dreams and developing new relationships, both personally and professionally. Let yourself dream, and when you do find opportunities to take action, make sure that action is coming from integrity, compassion, and what you know is right for yourself and your community as a whole. These small steps forward will mean more and have more of an impact on your life in the long run than any grandiose achievement at this point. And remember this: you are doing nothing wrong. You are simply in a state of inner learning and what might feel like stagnation is actually the universe breathing a gentle pause into your reality.

Taurus: Apr. 20 to May 20

You are the truth seeker this month, my friend. You are paying attention to the details, you are not letting anyone slip anything by you. You are determined to get to the heart of the matter, whatever that is, so that you can shed light in all the dark places. This might mean that you feel a little intense to others at times, but don’t let that stop you. Keep asking your questions, keep pulling back the layers, and keep trusting that your gut is right. Sometimes this truth seeking might look more like activating all of your senses and allowing yourself to see and hear everything you can. Doing so will keep you from jumping to conclusions and becoming part of the problem, rather than part of the solution.

Gemini: May 21 to Jun. 20

The universe is trying to tell you to slow down and go inward. You are beyond tired, and yet you keep pushing forward. While this tactic may have worked for you in the past, this time it will likely only lead to burnout and everything you’ve worked so hard to create crumbling down around you. To reinfuse your life with harmony and ease, take some time to reflect upon how you want to move in the world. What do you want your legacy to be? How do you want to impact those who cross your path? Are you willing to flow with the current of Self, or are you determined to push against it? It is not a sign of weakness to surrender to your innermost being, what your heart longs for, and what you feel called to do. Rather it takes great strength to let go and simply BE. So stop living by the “no pain, no gain” mantra, and let your body rest.

Cancer: Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

January asks you to soar above the mundane everyday of your life and see the bigger picture. Though you may feel a little like an outsider, or like no on understands you, nothing could be further from the truth. There are partnerships at play, collaborations coming to fruition, and an interdependence that will help you further your goals, if you only take a moment to recognize and acknowledge them. When self-doubt creeps in, or negative thoughts try to take over, do your best to breathe and focus on all the good that is happening in your life and who has helped you get to where you are now. You have an opportunity to take your life to the next level, to do things you didn’t think were possible even six months ago, so don’t let your small-self sabotage all that you have worked for. Think big, be bold, and allow yourself to say yes to those who offer help.

Leo: Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

See yourself as the gentle parent or teacher over the next month. Everything you do is about the health of the group, the whole. Sometimes this means letting things play themselves out or letting people learn the lessons they need to learn without you cleaning up their mess or saving them. Sometimes it means using strategy to further your plans or seeming apathetic when people clamour for your approval. Your role in the group is one of gentle guide orchestrating from behind the scenes. Now is not the time to take centre stage, that will come later. People might not understand what you are doing or why you are doing it, but they will, and when they do, they will be forever grateful for your energy, love, and time.

Virgo: Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Take a good look in the mirror, my friend. What is your truth? What do you really want from this life? Whatever it is, it’s worth fighting for. You’ll have to be patient, and you’ll have to let some areas of your life crumble and fall away, but I promise you you’ll be glad in the end. What you are building now is still in its infancy and obtaining it requires you to take the wheel. Realigning with your core values and getting more familiar with your deepest dreams will help you stay inspired and keep you from feeling defeated when it seems like everything is falling apart. Take some time to nurture yourself and nurture your body, heart, and mind. You deserve to pause and take a breath. You deserve to be present for yourself and to act with intention.

Libra: Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

January sees you learning how to assert yourself, how to stand tall in your own personhood. There is a maturity growing within you that allows you to care less about what others think of you and more about who you know yourself to be. You are in the midst of creating something, but it’s behind the scenes and you’ve kind of kept it to yourself. The universe is inviting you to be more vocal, to share what you are working on and why it matters to you. This might create a bit of a rocky road in terms of your relationships, but you’re actually okay with that. You’re okay with finding out who shares your values and who doesn’t, and you look forward to cultivating relationships that are co-creative and long lasting. Keep moving forward, keep sharing, keep being authentically you.

Scorpio: Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

January is all about the third eye, my friend. You are in a state of knowing and intuition. You see signs, synchronicities, and to the truth of things. You want to get to the heart of the matter, to hash things out until everything is exposed so you can start again from the ground up. This knowing is deep within you and it stems from a desire to get back to your understanding of universal truth, to the laws of the universe which are greater than the laws of humanity. Use this time to strip your own layers of conditioning so that you can deepen your understanding of your own being/Self. Keep your eyes open and your inner radar turned on. Utilise this time to go within and plant seeds so that when spring rolls around you are ready for growth and expansion.

Sagittarius: Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Your life, right now, feels like a tornado with all kinds of chaos going on externally, while internally you are experiencing a kind of rebirth. You know you want something different, that it’s time for change and to allow who you truly are to shine with more authenticity. This is going to take a little self-reflection. Pay attention to the details and learn from past experiences. What actions and decisions have contributed to your current state of stress and overwhelm? What needs to heal in order for you to move on and reach for your goals with more strength and integrity? This isn’t about blame or shame, it’s about recognition and finding the determination required to love yourself to the fullest. Find someone safe to share with and observe yourself and your actions with ruthless compassion when you are triggered.

Capricorn: Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

January is going to be about finding new ways to move forward. In some cases it might feel like you have to reinvent the wheel because nothing you are currently doing is working. You keep hitting the same wall over and over and over. To find a new path forward, you need to get out of your head and into your body. Stay away from petty or surface behaviour or opinions from others and remember that what we give, we receive. The universe response to energy, so if you can resonate compassion, kindness and love, you will find that you receive the same. It would also do you some good to stay away from the news for a while. Spend time out in nature or find other ways to ground your energy and cultivate true connection with your community. We are all human, and we are all doing our best to find our way in this crazy world.

Aquarius: Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

This month an opportunity is likely to present itself. It will likely be one that you had given up on, but has now shown up in a way that was completely unexpected. Now that you’re faced with it, you’re dealing with a little bit of anxiety and possibly even fear. Are you ready? Are you good enough? The answer is yes, you are. Don’t compare yourself to others, and don’t let self-doubt sabotage this opening. Try not to take yourself too seriously, either. Let mistakes happen and allow yourself to bumble forward even if it looks messy and feels a little chaotic. Remember this quote from Rebecca Solnit: Perfection is a stick with which to beat the possible. Allow yourself to stumble into your wholeness with laughter and a deep trust in the universe.

Pisces: Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Give the dreamer in you more space to move and dance, dear Pisces. You know, the inner child who envisioned doing great things. Those dreams are now bubbling to the surface and you are also starting to see them come to fruition. Ride the wave and see where it takes you. Allow it to unfold with tenderness and wonder. To stay strong and on track you’ll have to keep two things in mind. 1. Allow yourself to have boundaries (say no when necessary, and stick to your vision), and 2. be adaptable. Things may shift, new paths may open up, new opportunities may present themselves and you’ll want to be open minded enough to follow these bread crumbs so you can benefit from the magic that wants to unfold. Remember, your dream is your gift to the world and only you can give it life. Stay rooted in your own knowing and move with the flow of the universe.

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