{"id":8676,"date":"2026-01-04T13:53:54","date_gmt":"2026-01-04T13:53:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lanawooster.co.uk\/?p=8676"},"modified":"2026-01-04T16:40:25","modified_gmt":"2026-01-04T16:40:25","slug":"aspects-for-the-week-beginning-4-january-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lanawooster.co.uk\/?p=8676","title":{"rendered":"Aspects for the week beginning 4 January 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

Saturn conjunct Neptune<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Watershed<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A standout astrological phenomenon coming this year will present itself on February 20th, and I believe it\u2019s important to prepare to it, and work towards it, to make the best of its challenge.\u00a0 It\u2019s not far away in time, hence my description now at the start of the year. I am calling it The Watershed, a defining moment.\u00a0 So this is a cross between a motivational piece and a cautionary tale, because what you put in and create affects how such a conjunction works out for you.<\/p>\n

Where is it?<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The conjunction takes place at a pivotal astrological point: that of 0 degrees Aries, the degree where the Sun is usually placed at the Spring Equinox.\u00a0 Therefore, symbolically, it denotes a Fresh Start, or a New Order. There is a section towards the end of the blog which indicates its application in each of the Houses, if you know your particular House placement.<\/p>\n

What it is<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

It is the meeting and struggle between the Spiritual (Neptune) and the Material (Saturn).<\/p>\n

The Saturn Component<\/u><\/p>\n

Principle to pare everything down to basics, such as economically<\/p>\n

The Neptune Component<\/u><\/p>\n

Principle of greater sensitization and surrender (to the divine, perhaps)<\/p>\n

I am reading Mel Robbins\u2019 book at the moment \u201cLet Them\u201d, which alludes to this in a way.<\/p>\n

Combination<\/u><\/p>\n

A complex conjunction such as this can have two applications:<\/p>\n

    \n
  1. They work separately, and clash, being very different in this case.\u00a0 Both Saturn and Neptune have a negative side, and can bring each other down!<\/li>\n
  2. On a higher level, work to blend them, so they work as one force, and apply them to your higher aspirations and goals.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The goal is to simplify your life in this period as much as possible so that at this point you can see the wood for the trees, have greater clarity and perspective, and have the openness to deal with something new that may present itself.<\/p>\n

    Alan Oken<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Worth quoting in full, from my favourite astrological textbook \u201cComplete Astrology\u201d by Alan Oken, he describes its nature with regard to its placement in the birth chart thus:<\/p>\n

    Keywords: Consolidation and Illumination<\/em><\/p>\n

    Consolidation unites with Illumination. In some cases this aspect contributes to great confusion in the proper understanding of personal limitations.\u00a0 There is a desire to break through existing circumstances and manifest one\u2019s dreams in the physical world; disillusionment may come through false hopes.\u00a0 On the other hand, this aspect allows the imagination to successfully merge with the framework of life\u2019s circumstances, so that the forces of inspiration are allowed to crystallize through the person to the Earth.\u00a0 I have found that the aspect gives an extraordinary ear for music and, in a very few, can bring true clairaudience.\u201d<\/p>\n

    People who have it natally<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Those with this natal placement have been navigating it all their lives.\u00a0 They are to some extent used to its energy, and may have learned ways to deal with it within their own psychological framework.\u00a0 The conjunction occurs every 36 years, and people born around 1917, 1953 and 1989 have this in their charts.<\/p>\n

    Historical precedents<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    1917 saw: the closing of World War I;<\/p>\n

    Bolshevik Revolution in Russia<\/p>\n

    1953 saw: the end of the Korean War;<\/p>\n

    The death of Stalin<\/p>\n

    1989 saw: the fall of the Berlin Wall;<\/p>\n

    The collapse of the Soviet Union<\/p>\n

    Tiananmen Square demonstration in China<\/p>\n

    What can we learn from these?:<\/u><\/p>\n

    In summary, ending of wars, collapse of empires, dissolving of boundaries: Saturn represents walls which were once solid, and Neptune the dissolving of these walls.<\/p>\n

    So what can<\/em> we learn from all this?…Getting the balance of boundaries right, another thing to aim for in this period (that could include work\/life balance, for example).<\/p>\n

    Strategies<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    If you have made New Year\u2019s Resolutions (and I am neither for or against them) you will have certain goals or ambitions to aim to use in this period.\u00a0 It is probably better to have them, than to drift aimlessly and fully allow the Universe to choose\u2026!\u00a0 (Be a Co-Creator, why don’t you?).\u00a0 \u00a0If you feel your project is the next step, it probably is: you have consciously or unconsciously chosen.<\/em><\/p>\n

    Decluttering, of mind and stuff, seem a priority now, in the quest for simplification.<\/p>\n

    Self-reliance is an important component of the new you, the new era, because 0 degrees Aries represents The Self, she or he who is Reborn.<\/em><\/p>\n

    Choice is also crucial\u00a0 in this period.\u00a0 I have a friend who talks about \u201cthe Sword of Cleavage\u201d, a biblical term, but also one associated with the return of the Messiah, Maitreya.\u00a0 It is a point of choice for all of us, for example choosing positivity or negativity, choosing love or fear, seeing reality or illusion.\u00a0 What may you be in denial of, for\u00a0 instance?<\/p>\n

    Health and Fitness<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Attending to health and fitness goals are of course important components of a re-set, especially coinciding with the New Year.\u00a0 I have been watching videos of Sunna Van Kampen eagerly providing the most unprocessed and low sugar products in supermarkets.\u00a0 (I would love to have his energy!).<\/p>\n

    I pre-ordered his book, and it just arrived this week, and so I am learning a lot more about the best choices to make in the supermarket aisles.<\/p>\n

    Going Forward, a Personal Tale<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Both hubby and I have (literally) just acquired hi-tech health-related aids.\u00a0 For me, I have had to be dragged (at the age of 76) kicking and screaming into the 21st<\/sup> Century, acquiring a Continuous Glucose Monitor for my diabetes.<\/p>\n

    For hubby, he finally admitted he needed a hearing aid.\u00a0 When we would watch the rare television programme together (University Challenge) he had needed the volume turned right up.<\/p>\n

    Both pieces of equipment are super hi-tech.\u00a0 In the few days I have had it, I have learned so much about what foods spike my blood sugar, that I wonder how I ever did without it.\u00a0 The truth is, I had avoided it for so long because I am technophobic.\u00a0 However, it took the two of us three days of tribulation to set it up!<\/p>\n

    For hubby, as the Boots practitioner told us, going at great lengths to show all the all-singing all-dancing features of these hearing aids, there is so much they do.\u00a0 For example, if you are in a restaurant, you go to Restaurant-mode, which enables you to focus your hearing and conversation with one person, and screen out the background noise.<\/p>\n

    I feel that Pluto going into Aquarius has occasioned this new development, handing us new tools going forward into 2026.<\/p>\n

    How it presents in the Houses<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Where it applies\u2026If you know where 0 degs Aries falls in your chart:<\/p>\n

    1st<\/sup> House \u2013 a total re-ordering of your affairs<\/p>\n

    2nd<\/sup> House \u2013 a reckoning in your finances, economies and better choices needed<\/p>\n

    3rd<\/sup> House \u2013 a more sensitive use of words, and the need for clarity in communication<\/p>\n

    4th<\/sup> House \u2013 charity begins at home, get your own house in order, focus on that rather than trying to manage others.\u00a0 Again Mel Robbins\u2019 book \u201cLet Them\u201d may be useful for this.<\/p>\n

    5th<\/sup> House \u2013 channel the energy and issues of this conjunction into creativity<\/p>\n

    6th<\/sup> House \u2013 focus on healing, and\/or cleaning up the workplace, e.g. in health and safety or environmentally<\/p>\n

    7th<\/sup> House \u2013 put your most positive energies into your nearest and dearest relationships<\/p>\n

    8th<\/sup> House \u2013 connect more deeply with your spiritual sources, and the meaning of life<\/p>\n

    9th<\/sup> House \u2013 manifest the clearest qualities of this conjunction which speak to you, and expand from the centre, even globally<\/p>\n

    10th<\/sup> House \u2013 ascertain the North star of your life purpose and work in the world, and refine it<\/p>\n

    11th<\/sup> House \u2013 work in the context of friendships and groups to raise consciousness at this time<\/p>\n

    12th<\/sup> House \u2013 go within, to the subconscious mind, and connect with your own deepest wisdom, e.g. through dreams and meditations<\/p>\n

    If you don\u2019t know where 0 degs Aries falls\u00a0 in your chart, ask an Astrologer!<\/p>\n

    A Nice Reminder<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    Kim Gould, the Human Design person, has written about this conjunction:<\/p>\n

    \u201cAs we approach the Saturn-Neptune conjunction, which is happening in Gate 25.3 on 20 February 2026, we are learning more about the benefits of feeling safe in the world. We are coming out of a time when cruelty and intimidation have been the go-to tools for a top-down extraction-based society. One of our main \u2018weapons\u2019 against the tyranny of this culture is to create safety with each other. To keep each other safe. To share our stories and honour the lived experience of others.\u201d<\/p>\n

    In conclusion:<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    At best: It\u2019s a re-set<\/p>\n

    At worst: creeping issues<\/p>\n

    Make the most of what you can <\/em>control.\u00a0 Remember, it\u2019s all for our learning!<\/p>\n

    Happy New Start!<\/p>\n

    Aspects<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    The aspects this week begin on Tuesday, January 6th<\/sup>, with the Sun conjunct Venus, at 16 degrees Capricorn. If you are an artist or a musician, it is a day when you can produce your best creative output or performance.\u00a0 If neither, then love or money may be beneficiaries of this combination.\u00a0 A good time to set or re-set your value system.<\/p>\n

    On the same day, we have the Sun conjunct Mars, so a triple conjunction situation, in the same degree.\u00a0 This brings an upsurge of energy (and possibly conflict), and certainly much intensity.\u00a0 You can get things done, but also it can bring out the warrior in people, while also bringing out the warrior in peacemakers!\u00a0 If you are sure that you are entirely justified, in integrity and constructive, then go for what you want.\u00a0 If you are a peacemaker, then your work may be cut out.\u00a0 It may not be a day to take big risks, for either type of personality, but it is important to feel what you feel.\u00a0 If you are prone to headaches, take time to chill out.<\/p>\n

    The third facet of this triple conjunction is Venus conjunct Mars.\u00a0 This could spell romance for some.\u00a0 Tell those you love how you feel about them, and tell yourself how you feel about yourself. Sensuality and hedonism are other possibilities when Venus and Mars get together.<\/p>\n

    If it\u2019s your birthday, marriage could be on the cards this year!<\/p>\n

    A Fixed Star for Wednesday (7th<\/sup>) \u2013 Pi Sagittarii (3 stars, one of which is a yellow giant) which provides a cosmic perspective which links to our physicality.\u00a0 From \u201cStarlight Elixirs\u201d by Michael Smulkis and Fred Rubenfeld:<\/p>\n

    \u201c…This group of stars will assist individuals who wish to contemplate and understand their own genetic coding, their connection to their own DNA, and the awareness of their own lifelines through the physical body.\u00a0 They may be able to understand their heritage and genetics, as well as their awareness of how these things could be changed by them more consciously…\u201d<\/p>\n

    On Thursday (8th<\/sup>) we have a sextile between Mercury and the North Node, setting up a productive element to the day: the karmic wind will be beneath your wings.\u00a0 Communication will be highly significant and imbued with meaning, though subject to differing interpretations according to belief.\u00a0 Some solutions can be found: today.<\/p>\n

    Venus opposes Jupiter on Friday (9th<\/sup>).\u00a0 Venus and Jupiter are known as the lesser and greater benefic planets respectively, so they don’t tend to do too much damage to each other, and they may even have a good time.\u00a0 There could be some much needed laughter for instance, hopefully at no one’s expense.\u00a0 Or if at another’s expense, no harm done.\u00a0 There’s the possibility of letting out some tension in light relief.<\/p>\n

    Two more oppositions occur on Saturday 10th<\/sup>, the first being Jupiter opposing the Sun, which is more than a touch of rebellious humour, perhaps extending from Friday.\u00a0 We may be trying to cover too much ground, and overstretching ourselves, erring on the side of arrogance, although likely to be in good humour.\u00a0 You may want to be travelling.\u00a0 If armchair travelling, philosophical reflections on the quality of freedom in your life can bring relevant insights for this Jupiterian aspect and timing.\u00a0 Or if you can extend to a desk, writing a comedy script would also be a suitable occupation for the day.\u00a0 Next year\u2019s Pantomime in embryo?<\/p>\n

    And the last aspect of the week, on the same day, Jupiter opposing Mars.\u00a0 This is a high energy feature, with the emphasis on enthusiasm and sporting interests.\u00a0 This, combined with the New Year aspiration may result in a new surge in gym membership and attendance, for instance!\u00a0 Keep fit regimes will be re-ignited.\u00a0 Again, watch a possible tendency to over-react.<\/p>\n

    \u201cI would say to you, take life one step at a time, and let your new beginnings start to unfold and bring more love and peace into your life. Don\u2019t feel discouraged if something doesn\u2019t seem to be happening. Good things are happening for you and your life is changing all the time in positive ways, even if you can\u2019t see those things clearly yet.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

    ~ <\/em>Lorna Byrne<\/p>\n

    The week in bullet points:<\/p>\n

      \n
    • Tuesday \u2013 artistic and musical licence; high energy; sensuality<\/li>\n
    • Wednesday \u2013 cosmic and physical awareness<\/li>\n
    • Thursday \u2013 karmic wind beneath your wings<\/li>\n
    • Friday \u2013 a lighter note<\/li>\n
    • Saturday \u2013 overstretching; more high energy; still humorous<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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