Messages from Mars: Astrology you can understand for the week of January 14th-20th

    This week is all about balancing the emotional intensity of Mars in Cancer with the grounding vibes of Earth energy days. Keep your herbal allies close, eat light when needed, and let the cosmic chaos inspire (rather than overwhelm) you.

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January 14
     Mars hits what astrologers call a "critical degree," which is a fancy way of saying its energy "goes to 11" (gawd. I pray that yall got that Spinal Tap reference... otherwise, why are we even here??). Since Mars is hanging out in Cancer, this can mess with hormonal balances and potentially bring on migraines tied to those shifts. It’s hot, stagnant water energy—basically, an emotional pressure cooker. Cool it down with calming root herbs like licorice root. Bonus: It’s also great for balancing those stress-induced hormone spikes.

January 15
     Around 8:30 PM, the Sun opposes Mars, and here’s the tea: it’s going to make y’all emotional AF. Cry it out, scream into the void, or take a bath—whatever works for you. Adding to the chaos, the Moon squares Uranus, the planet of “did that really just happen?” energy. If you have a medical procedure planned, consider rescheduling unless you’re into unpredictable nonsense (or if its a medical emergency because I hope youre not just taking my blanket statement to apply to specifics tied to if youre safe or nah). Still, Uranus loves to throw curveballs.

January 16–18
     We’re stepping into big Earth energy days, so if you’ve been thinking about trying plant-based medicine or holistic healing, this is your sign! I wrote in my 30 Day Astrology Challenge (on my Instagram all month long) a whole ass post on elements and why balancing them helps. I have this blog post, too. My point is, whether it’s a nourishing soup, a restorative tea blend, or even a grounding herbal foot bath, lean into native planets and their healing remedies. These are optimal days to help your body recalibrate to the Earth's frequency and heal.

January 17
     The Moon opposes Saturn while hanging in Virgo, which, fun fact, rules the upper GI system. Saturn, being the hoarder you love to watch on TLC, loves to slow things down—sometimes a lil too much. So, if you go overboard on heavy foods (looking at you, pizza lovers), you might find yourself regretting it. Stick to lighter meals unless you want to feel like you swallowed a brick.

January 18
     Venus conjuncts (a fancy way of saying it pulls a chair up to the table for game night) Saturn in Pisces, bringing a vibe that’s all about balancing structure and flow. If you’re dealing with any kind of stagnation—whether it’s venous, lymphatic, or digestive—this transit gives you the green light to address it. My go-to under this energy is Lympha Tea. It’s soft like Venus but steady like Saturn, perfect for getting things moving without causing chaos."

January 19
     Mercury sextiles Saturn and that means it's time to take off your thinking cap and "put on your doing caps" (ala Leslie Knope). This is a THE moment for tackling long-term projects that require focus and discipline. Let’s be real, though—this economy doesn’t exactly scream 'big investments,' so maybe hold off on any grand plans like tummy tucks or luxury splurges. Instead, move that grounded energy into productive tasks that set you up for success in bite sized ways. Mercury’s cleverness plus Saturn’s structure is a winning combination for getting things done without breaking the bank!

     Oh, and the biggest astro-news? The Sun shifts into Aquarius today. This ingress marks the lead-up to January 21, when Pluto joins the Sun for what’s essentially the soft launch of Pluto in Aquarius. Get ready for some big shifts in collective energy, innovation, and maybe even your own mindset.