With Mercury entering Capricorn next week, Tatler’s astrologer Casey Chan explains what it means for each star sign

The next week starts off with Mercury entering the sign of the sea goat, Capricorn. Over the next four weeks, our minds and thought processes become much more goal-oriented, where questions around our career paths and life purpose may naturally surface. You may find yourself planning, imagining or even voicing your ambition. It’s a good month to put plans into action. 

On January 20, the Sun and Pluto also join in the sign of the responsible Capricorn. At 29 degrees, they are meeting in what is known as a “karmic degree”, making this a potent time to review the Plutonian transformations that life has presented us. Both personally and collectively, new insights may be brought to light and secrets may be revealed. Since Capricorn governs our societal structures and rules, we may witness some important social changes as Pluto, the lord of transformations, journeys through the final stages of his Capricorn days. On a personal note, we are encouraged to take responsibilities for our lives and truthfully own our transformations to fully claim our power. Just moments later, the Sun enters Aquarius, the sign of friends and community. Over the next four weeks, we may feel like a social butterfly—think dinner parties and catch-ups with friends. 

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The week by rising sign

Aries
Reflect on all the transformations you’ve had in your life, especially related to career and the life you wish to build. Take responsibility for all the times your determination wavered.  

Taurus
Your belief system might’ve been challenged. Perhaps the more you learn, the more uncertain you become—it’s all okay, you’re just seeing the world with more openness now. 

Gemini
The last six months have been a massive portal of transformation for you, where parts of you had to “die” so your authentic self can be birthed. This is a reminder of how strong you truly are. 

Cancer
Your close relationships may have gone through intense periods of transformations, as well as how you look at love and commitment. You’re learning how to build relationships with a stable foundation.

Leo
Your relationship with work and service have undergone some important transformations. Remember the struggles and carry the lessons forward as undeniable wisdom. 

Virgo
There may have been transformations around your romantic affairs, creative hobbies or even your view on having children. Sometimes, all we want is fun and games; other times, practicality is just as important. 

Libra
Lots of changes may have happened around your home life, as well as your emotional world. Reflect on the lessons around loyalty, structure and long-term building. 

Scorpio
You might be diving deep in your mind, questioning your thought patterns and the environment you surround yourself with—whether they’re truly good for you in the long run. 

Sagittarius
Your finances and values have undergone massive transformations, learn from them and see how you can carry the wisdom with you

Capricorn
There’s been a lot of transformations regarding your self-identity since June 2023. Spend some time reflecting on those changes—how can you sustainably hold this new version of self? 

Aquarius
Deep parts of your psyche, subconscious or spiritual beliefs have been challenged. Perhaps you had to surrender uncomfortably. Learn to recognise your growth, and be proud of yourself. 

Pisces
Perhaps you started looking at your friendships differently, recognising the importance of surrounding yourself with people who understand and support you. Relationships fall away sometimes, that’s just part of growth.

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