In this episode, Venus and Vesta discusses the astrological influences for January 2024. The episode begins with the observation of a beautiful rainbow, symbolising a positive start to the year. The host explains the impact of Jupiter going direct and the implications of Venus square Saturn on New Year's Eve. She also talks about Mercury stationing directly in Sagittarius and why Mars moving into Capricorn brings clarity and goal-oriented action as well as the significance of the Sun's square to Chiron and the potential for delusion with Mercury's square to Neptune. The episode concludes with the potential for new income streams and opportunities for independence. KEY TAKEAWAYS Jupiter going direct on December 30th brings a positive flow of abundance and growth. The Mercury stationing direct on January 1st/2nd in Sagittarius opens up our minds to more hopeful and higher ideals. Mars moving into Capricorn on January 3rd brings clarity and goal-oriented action. The Sun Square Chiron on January 6th triggers action aligned with our deeper desires and ego expression. The Sun and Pluto sitting together at 29 degrees Capricorn on January 20th signify a powerful shift from the old ways to a new era in Aquarius, highlighting corruption and the need for evolution. BEST MOMENTS "Jupiter going retrograde isn't always the disaster it's meant to be. Things don't stop flowing. It's just the questioning where you get your abundant flow from."  "Venus is urging some solid, sustainable action with Saturn here. And of course, Venus is in Sagittarius. And so I'm hoping it also brings some peace or the idea that we are working towards peace on a, obviously, global level."  "Mars is kind of exalted in Capricorn. He's ready to take action, aligned, focused action. So that really gets you somewhere that's got goal-orientated and success written all over it." "This new moon is actually conjunct this darkness here, this toxicity in the power structures of our worlds. So in a way, there's this karmic effect that aligns is karma here." "This Leo full moon is like a reminder for us to really be happy in ourselves, to find our contentment here and to connect to our hearts so that the business stuff doesn't go running off by itself." Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venusandvesta/?hl=en   Website - https://www.venusandvesta.com  Ann-Louise Holland is a shamanic homoeopath, herbalist and astrologer.  She teaches astrology along with Steiner based anthroposophy, both of which are concerned with cultural events that bring about humanity's evolution and awareness to the soul's journey.  Venus & Vesta is a podcast about astrology for astrologers, monthly updates on the movements of the planets and asteroids, weekly detailed discussions, aligning the stars with what is happening in the world. Interviews with astrologers and mystics who have book launches, interesting theories, special events such as eclipses, and celeb horoscopes.