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Solar activity was low. Background x-ray flux was mostly at B-class levels with no significant flare activity observed from any of the 6 numbered regions. Region 3535 (S05W18, Bxo/beta) was numbered this period.
The solar kp index is quiet, with no changes to retrograde effects. The solar wind speed is currently above average, making retrograde effects moderately increased.
The solar wind environment was calm and the minor CME effects anticipated with the CMEs from 24 Dec never materialized. Total field strength was 6 nT or less and Bz was mostly in a neutral or northward orientation. Wind speeds are estimated to be less than 450 km/s and phi was positive.
There is a 20% chance of solar activity, with a 1% chance of a minor event, a 1% chance of a moderate event, and a 1% chance of a strong event.
The waning moon is currently in Leo, at 03 degrees, 03' 08", at a velocity of 12.29 degrees per day.
The Waning Gibbous moon is currently 16.9 days old. It is 400887.54 km from the centre of the Earth.
The next new moon is at 11:58:05, 11 Jan, 2024. The next full moon is at 17:54:43, 25 Jan, 2024.
The Sun
The Sun is in Capricorn
The Sun is at 07 Cap 15' 05", and is 147110288km away and approaching.
The Moon
The Moon is in Leo
The Moon is at 03 Leo 03' 08", and is 399203km away and receding.
Mercury
Mercury is in Sagittarius
Mercury is retrograde at 23 Sag 25' 00", moving backwards at 0.65 degrees per day, and is 109125498km away and receding.
Venus
Venus is in Scorpio
Venus will change from Scorpio to Sagittarius in the next 24 hours.
Venus is prograde at 29 Sco 17' 21", moving at 1.21 degrees per day, and is 174221846km away and receding.Attention earthlings! Your friendly neighborhood Venus has taken a detour and is currently chilling in Scorpio's backyard. We're talking about the celestial equivalent of swapping out your pumpkin spice latte for a double shot of espresso - it's gonna be intense!
Venus, our galactic social butterfly, has decided to buddy up with brooding Scorpio. This might sound like a plot from a cosmic sitcom, but trust me, it's no laughing matter. This pairing is like if Romeo and Juliet decided to go on a spelunking adventure - deep, dramatic, and likely to leave you questioning some life choices.
Now, I'm not saying you're gonna start obsessing over your crush like a teenager who's just discovered love songs, but... okay, that's exactly what I'm saying. It's time to trade in those candy crushes for some real heart palpitations. Love is gonna get real, folks, whether you're ready or not.
And remember those annoying relationship issues you've been avoiding like spoilers for the final season of Game of Thrones? Well, Venus in Scorpio is about as subtle as a fluorescent pink elephant in a tutu. It's time to shine a UV light on those shadows and deal with the gory details. Financial concerns? Power struggles? They're all coming out to party.
But hey, don't panic! It's not all doom and gloom. Sure, Venus in Scorpio can feel like you're doing emotional squats, but it's also a chance to strengthen your bonds. If you're prepared to face the music, this could be a transformative time that brings you closer to your partner. Think of it as couples therapy, but cheaper and with more stargazing.
So buckle up, space cadets! Venus in Scorpio is here to shake things up and it's going to be one hell of a cosmic ride!
Mars
Mars is in Sagittarius
Mars is prograde at 25 Sag 16' 57", moving at 0.74 degrees per day, and is 363825976km away and approaching.
Alright, space cadets, buckle up your seat belts! Because Mars, that fiery red planet, has decided to take a joyride through the constellation of Sagittarius, the celestial Centaur. And let me tell you, things are about to get as interesting as a lightsaber duel on Tatooine.
Sagittarius, being the galaxy's resident optimist and boundary snubber, is all about living life in widescreen. When Mars tags along, we all get a dose of this "live large and let live" philosophy. It's like suddenly swapping your old droid for a Millennium Falcon - everything just looks and feels grander, possible, and a bit more... Star Wars-y.
With Mars in the driver's seat, Sagittarius isn't just dreaming big but also has its foot on the gas pedal, ready to turn those visions into reality. Picture Luke Skywalker charging into the Death Star – that’s us, ready to conquer any obstacle with a confident grin. But hold onto your Ewoks, folks! We could get a tad too focused on the future and forget to live in the present moment. Remember, the Force is always with you, right here, right now.
While we're all feeling the rush of galactic adrenaline, there's a chance that we might get carried away. It's like eating one Death Star-shaped waffle too many – exciting but potentially disastrous. The key is to find balance, or as Yoda would say, "Moderation, you must remember."
This period also encourages us to learn, explore, and absorb everything like a curious Jedi on a mission. It's not just about collecting lightsabers – it's about understanding why they're blue or green or red. This is our chance to seek out different philosophies, cultures, and experiences, realizing that the galaxy isn't just full of Wookies and Stormtroopers. Each one of us is unique, just like every star in the sky.
Speaking of stars, Mars in Sagittarius is the perfect time for some interstellar exploration! And no, I'm not talking about a lazy trip to the sandy dunes of Jakku. I'm talking about real adventure – the kind that expands your mind and heart faster than the Millennium Falcon on hyperdrive. Of course, you don't have to hop on
Jupiter
Jupiter is in Taurus
Jupiter is retrograde at 05 Tau 35' 13", moving backwards at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 664530391km away and receding.
Listen up, star gazers! Jupiter, the big kahuna of wisdom and deep thoughts, has decided to bunk with Taurus, the zodiac's most stubborn couch potato. Picture it like a wise old professor moving in with a bull-headed teenager who just discovered the joys of chilling. What could possibly go wrong?
When these two cosmic forces meet, it's like they're telling us, "Hey dude, chillax! That spirituality stuff you've been chasing is already inside you!" Like that last piece of chocolate you've been searching for, only to find it was stuck on your shirt the whole time. And with Jupiter going retrograde, it's like it’s moonwalking back into our lives to remind us of the wisdom we've been sitting on.
But hang on to your telescopes folks, because Jupiter in Taurus is not just about binge-watching philosophy documentaries. It's also the perfect time to roll up those sleeves and make some progress towards your dreams. You know that bucket list you keep forgetting about? Well, now's the time to dust it off and start checking things off. Remember, slow and steady wins the race, folks!
And let's talk money, honey. With Jupiter, the cosmic lottery ticket, hanging out in Taurus, the Wall Street of the zodiac, you might just find your piggy bank feeling heavier. But beware, Taurus loves to splurge and Jupiter is notoriously bad at setting boundaries. So before you turn your living room into a replica of the Starship Enterprise, remember to budget!
In a nutshell, Jupiter in Taurus is like a cosmic green light for both self-discovery and practical planning. So, whether you're reaching for the stars or just trying to balance your checkbook, remember to keep it fun, folks. After all, life's a cosmic journey, not a race!
Saturn
Saturn is in Pisces
Saturn is prograde at 03 Pis 00' 21", moving at 0.09 degrees per day, and is 1534546771km away and receding.
Uranus
Uranus is in Taurus
Uranus is retrograde at 19 Tau 26' 47", moving backwards at 0.02 degrees per day, and is 2833381838km away and receding.
Alright, stargazers, brace yourselves - because Uranus has checked into the cosmic hotel known as Taurus and it's not exactly a five-star resort. Think more... budget motel with questionable room service. You see, Taurus is the cosmic equivalent of that one friend who likes to have everything meticulously planned, while Uranus is like the wild cousin who turns up uninvited, chugs all the beer and starts a conga line in the living room. So this is going to be interesting.
Now, Taurus is a whizz when it comes to money matters. It's like the Warren Buffett of the zodiac. But Uranus? It's more like a tech billionaire with a penchant for launching cars into space. So expect some major changes in the world of finance over the next seven years. We could see Bitcoin becoming the new dollar bill, banks replaced by blockchain, and the housing and stock markets doing the cha-cha-slide.
On a personal level, Uranus in Taurus is like a cosmic Marie Kondo, encouraging us to declutter our lives from financial burdens. Debts, taxes, credit card interest, rent, mortgages - they're about as welcome as a skunk at a garden party. We may also feel trapped by our material possessions. Like, do we really need seven different types of juicer?
During this transit, it's time to welcome change like you would a long-lost friend or a forgotten Amazon package. Uranus is here to liberate us from a life filled with more baggage than an airport carousel. And trust me, resisting won't help. It's like trying to argue with a cat - pointless and you'll probably end up scratched.
The good news is that the changes we make could lead us to a point of greater stability, like finding solid ground after a rollercoaster ride. So buckle up, stargazers. It's time to take a leap of faith and trust in the cosmic conga line.
Neptune
Neptune is in Pisces
Neptune is prograde at 25 Pis 02' 18", moving at 0.01 degrees per day, and is 4502361627km away and receding.
Pluto
Pluto is in Capricorn
Pluto is prograde at 29 Cap 16' 24", moving at 0.03 degrees per day, and is 5360013676km away and receding.
Alright folks, strap in your seatbelts (or just put on your favourite tie-dye t-shirt), because the cosmic disco ball, also known as Pluto, is doing its thing in the serious-as-a-tax-return sign of Capricorn. You know what that means? Well, even if you don't, I'll tell you... It’s like mixing Star Trek with Monty Python. It's weird, it's out there, but it's gonna be one heck of a ride!
See, both Pluto and Capricorn are so focused on success they could probably power a spaceship to, well, Pluto! But be careful, this doesn't mean you should channel your inner Sheldon Cooper and dismiss everyone else's ideas like they're the flat Earth theory. Remember, diversity in thinking is as important as the diversity in your comic book collection.
Pluto's all about dropping things that don't serve us anymore. Imagine it as a cosmic Marie Kondo, but instead of asking if an old t-shirt sparks joy, it's asking if your negative patterns are giving you anything besides stress eating and sleepless nights. Spoiler alert: They're not. So, it's time for some cosmic spring cleaning!
But remember, friends, this isn't just about throwing things away. It's about making space for the new, the exciting, the stuff that makes you feel like you've just discovered a new planet or cracked the code on a particularly tricky physics problem. So, as you venture into this transit, take it from your friendly neighbourhood astrologist: Be deliberate in what you destroy, and even more intentional in what you create. And maybe, just maybe, keep a towel handy... You know, in case of sudden intergalactic hitchhiking.
The Sun
Mercury
Pour constructive energy and action into communication, writing, reading and anything of a mental nature. Do all your errands today. Your mind is active and it may be difficult at times to slow it down and relax. Your nerves are wound up and it may be necessary for you at some time today to force yourself to seek a quiet place and recoup your strength. Watch a tendency to argue with friends, display impatience, especially while driving, and to generally be on edge. Do not let your high energy level today cause you to become reckless or careless. Pay attention to the things you do and slow down a bit. Remember, discipline. You feel very self-assertive today. Do not let your ego ride roughshod over the people you deal with today. Control your temper AND your tongue. Avoid petty gossip and talking about people behind their backs.
Mercury
Venus
Mars