This is a month when you will need good writing, speaking or people skills so as to get the best out of things. So you may find yourself developing said skills. And it's likely you can acquire resources through use of such skills.

Until the 19th finances, goods, property or anything which affects material security or physical wellbeing is likely to have your attention. So a theme this month is centred around 'stuff'maintaining, protecting or acquiring - your stuff/their stuff. The clutter and the money we trail through life with but also other resources which help out basic survival. Maybe you want to sort out or get your hands on more stuff, or get rid of stuff. Or maybe some project or interest is on-going, developing, but it needs your continued nurturing attention. You could be looking into the material pluses and minuses of a situation, lines of supply or quality of goods or lifestyle.

Something like 90% of all money is digital and you certainly can't eat it, so some of this month's activities could relate to yours or another's resources, material needs, equipment or substances which may be scrutinized for quality. Some of you may find health matters - yours or another's - or nutrients, remedies or medicines are emphasized at this time.

Until midmonth it's a time when there's likely to be more mental focus, discussion or speculation around practical resources which throw a light on the physical/material aspects of life. You may be watching the piggy-bank but with Venus in the communications sector until the 8th, material benefits could be coming your way as your ability to negotiate and persuade is increased. It's up to you to play your cards right and manifest what would be of highest service for you and yours. It's more likely you receive supportive feedback and an encouraging word here and there. And if you want to settle a feud then you can be very persuasive which can help your case immeasurably. Good potential for connecting with siblings or soul brothers and sisters.

From midmonth, you may be coming and going more, so vehicles, travel or transport might be emphasized. You will probably be in the flow of information exchange and, for the most part, enjoy your interaction with others.

Until the 8th is a good time for success through creative self-expression, arts, music, poetry etc. either in a serious way or just to distress and soothe your soul. You should also feel more fluent in your communications across the board and money can be earned or resources gained through skilled communications.

From the 8th a warm, sociable energy floods into the foundations of your solar chart. This can manifest in various ways. It may mean you are appreciating conditions at home, with family or tribe, or within an environment you prefer. Getting more access to the beauties of nature or decorating a space inside or outside could be on the cards too. Maybe you are playing host or are a visitor to somewhere or someone you really appreciate. You could just be enjoying the surroundings and having more social interaction with or feeling more support coming from those in the locality. It can help you lay to rest an old feud or worry.

For many months Mars will have you putting physical energy into pushing the envelope of daily life. So this can manifest as getting out and about more, being inquisitive and thirsting for new knowledge outside of the box you usually find yourself in. Perhaps connecting with a foreign culture or those who have a knowledge which opens doors in your mind. So a time for adventure and exploration. However, this month and until April Mars is retrograde and it may take longer than you bargained for to realize a far-reaching plan or really get your head around something so well that you know it in your gut. From April you should have chosen the point on the horizon you want to head towards.

Overall, this position of Mars can also translate as higher education, legal matters and communications over a wider stage. But on another level, this sector, which is about mental and physical expansion, can open your eyes to higher laws, higher teachings or a different reality altogether. Suffice it to say that Mars here can help you see the bigger picture and help you avoid getting too caught up with knotty details. Careful not to overlook the important small print though!

From the 19th you could be mentally or physically busier, on the move more, or making new connections.

THE SLOWER MOVING PLANETS:

For about 12 months Jupiter will usher in a more playful, sociable mood. This will encourage your own spontaneity and give you more of a chance to shine in your own unique way through your leisure activities or with children, youngsters animals or a creative enterprise. Your originality can come to the fore and certain others could be giving you admiring glances or make you the centre of attention for other reasons.

Some of you may have more connection with the entertainments or leisure industry or have the chance to pursue a hobby or pastime with those whose company you value. You'll feel bolder and more willing to be playful and this Jupiter transit is great for all love and creative money-making schemes. Saturn and Pluto have you wondering about your long-term direction across the board. And this is in the background when you are making decisions about what to do in the now. You are looking for ways to build a new structure for yourself and so, along the way, much of where you've been or what you're qualified to do, or the role others expect you to play will be useful but may now need re-thinking or up-grading so you can feel more secure and get the status or recognition you deserve. A stronger identification with your direction in life and what you do for a living and perhaps improvements in your relationships. Those born Jan 17th-20th or with 27-29 degrees Capricorn rising will feel this influence the most over this month.

Uranus will be at the root of your solar chart for many years. Significant change will affect the home base or family members sending ripples through your own life over the 7 year transit of Uranus here. It will probably shift your opinion about where your true roots are in this world. There may be a several changes of scene over 2011 if Uranus comes within range of an important point in your natal chart. Your foundations may be rocked and you'll have to adapt to an at times, inspirational or at times, uncertain environment.

Capricorns born 22nd-26th Dec or up to the first 1or 5 degrees of Capricorn rising will feel this vibration most this month.

Neptune has been in Aquarius since 1998 blurring boundaries or increasing a sense of uncertainty related to finances or property matters. You may have had to sacrifice something or things may have felt up in the air as you did not get the clarity you'd like.

Neptune will slide into its home sign Pisces on 4th Feb, there to stay until 2025. Some of you may become more interested in mystical ways of thinking, poetry, music, dance or learning a new language. Maybe you will develop your intuition, imagination or artistic ability. You may develop an interest in metaphysics, inter-dimensional travel or have telepathic experiences. You may have more strong dreams both night and day. You may discover that what you thought was written in stone and an absolute truth is an illusion, maybe a mass illusion. There may be some confusion, but doubt and skepticism are healthy so test out theories before deciding what is truth for you.

Early Capricorns born from around the 21st-22nd or with up to 2 degrees of Capricorn rising will feel the effect of the Neptune most this month.
You'll be sensing the emotional undertow of Pluto, reminding you that this is a time to begin redesigning and renewing your short-term ambitions and long-term goals and set out to achieve them. This may mean letting go of a long-standing arrangement, or set of expectations, a habit, a relationship, or a life direction.

You need to follow your deepest instincts now as this is about your personal evolution.

Capricorns born from the 28th-1st Jan with 7-11 degrees of Capricorn rising will feel this vibration most this month.