Reaching this part of January always summons some of the most unexpectedly intense energy. As we lean further into 2025, our intentions at the beginning of the year may seem to loom over us more heavily. Aquarius season has just come into play, and the transformations and changes that this year may bring us are slowly being revealed.
Do you feel ready to leave 2024 behind you, or are you still waiting for something big to happen? This particular point in January can bring about these kinds of questions, forcing us into a position of reflection, questioning, and potential planning, too.
Wrestling with these experiences is a lot easier, however, with some guidance on our side. And that’s why we turn to the Tarot for the wisdom of the cards!
Your Sign’s Weekly Tarotscope for January 20 – 26, 2024
Aries
Knight of Wands (Reversed)
Aries, check your energy levels before you head off to the races.
The Knight of Wands reversed warns against speeding up too quickly, even though you may be tempted to speedrun all of your goals, dreams, and aspirations right now.
It’s tempting to just create or act for the sake of it, and running with impulse isn’t exactly something you’re bad at either — sometimes it works out!
But right now, you’re called to hit the brakes… at least while you get your ducks in a row.
Taurus
3 of Pentacles
Taurus, listen up: this week has the potential to be highly productive.
We know that is music to your ears, as Taurus is one of the more responsible and practically-minded members of the zodiac. You like to stay in a reliable, productive rhythm that aligns you with the stability and abundance that you know you need and deserve.
With the 3 of Pentacles up your sleeve, you have this energy at your disposal right now.
The only thing is that it’s also recommended that you keep your friends and acquaintances close to you right now and also pay attention to any advice they may have to offer. Right now, teamwork does make the dream work!
Gemini
8 of Swords
Gemini, “restriction” isn’t a fun theme for the week… but it’s the one you’ve been dealt.
The 8 of Swords suggests that you’ve been holding yourself back to some degree. You may be thinking you’re not good enough or capable enough to do something or have been finding yourself second-guessing all the plans and goals you had previously set up.
Life suddenly seems all the more complicated, even though, in reality, nothing has really changed at all.
This card is a wake-up call to see your world for what it really is. Have you got your hands tied? Or have you just kept them idle out of fear?
Cancer
The Hermit
Cancer, the wisdom you need is inside of you.
The Hermit shines a light on your inner wisdom, expertise, and worldview. Your life philosophies, your experiences, all the knowledge you’ve accumulated — now is the time to put it to use.
Some Cancerians may find breakthroughs and epiphanies, and others may just stumble into restful meditation sessions that connect them more comfortably with their minds and hearts.
No matter what, though, this is a week of self-reflection, thoughtfulness, and going within.
Leo
Queen of Swords (Reversed)
Leo, clear your mind, and the path in front of you will become clearer, too.
The Queen of Swords reversed indicates that your mind, communication, and overall way of thinking right now may be scattered, confused, and foggy.
It just feels like you have less control over this domain at this time, and when you try to “fix” it, everything only gets foggier and more confusing. This can be a deeply uncomfortable experience, but it’s also not a permanent one.
Right now, it’s important to grant yourself time, patience, and grace. Don’t rush into major decisions or try to push forward with plans just because you want progress. Let your head clear up on its own before jumping into action.
Virgo
Queen of Wands (Reversed)
Virgo, everyone has those days… even a zodiac sign as collected as Virgo.
The Queen of Wands reversed tends to shake up our confidence levels. Lately, you’re not feeling particularly energized, vibrant, or as confident in yourself or what you want to do.
Being honest about this state of being is essential to improving and moving past it. While it may be tempting to fake confidence or project strength just because you know others want it from you, this card discourages you from doing that.
Instead, this week is an essential time for authentic self-care and self-love practices.
Libra
The Sun (Reversed)
Libra isn’t quite feeling like themselves right now, to put it lightly.
The Sun reversed complicates your relationship with yourself, casting a shadow over everything in your path. Joy, happiness, and fulfillment from the things that usually lift you up are suddenly much harder to access right now.
You may have strayed far from what your authentic self really needs and wants. Have you been putting your dreams on hold for the sake of others? Have you convinced yourself that you’re doing the “right thing” even though your heart yearns for something else?
Now is the time for honesty and self-reflection so that you can get yourself back on track.
Scorpio
Page of Pentacles (Reversed)
The practical goals that Scorpio had in mind are still floating around your head… but nothing happens overnight, of course.
The Page of Pentacles in reversed positions puts a damper on your progress and productivity. You have goals and expectations you’d like to achieve (especially career, financial, and materially related ones).
However, this week brings an uncomfortable lagging energy. You may not be able to practically do everything you feel is necessary, and it’ll be easy to jump into a cycle of self-doubt over your capabilities as a result.
It’s important to break the cycle early. Just because you may make a mistake or not move at the “ideal” pace doesn’t mean you’re incapable overall. Take any hiccups in good stride and keep moving Scorpio.
Sagittarius
7 of Pentacles (Reversed)
Sagittarius, are you planning… or are you overthinking?
The 7 of Pentacles reversed is a surefire sign of procrastination, but it’s easy to disguise this energy as productive thinking or planning.
An example? You may be sitting around considering your next steps, and then you feel the need to contemplate all the possible outcomes, or what might go wrong and the potential solutions, or what else you might want to pursue, or…
It’s never-ending unless you can authentically self-examine these thought patterns upfront before they spiral into stagnancy. Take notice, pay attention, and keep yourself honest, Sagittarius.
Capricorn
Ace of Cups (Reversed)
Capricorn is seeking love and connection, but it may feel like it isn’t seeking you back.
The Ace of Cups speaks to the kind of intuitive, emotionally potent, and powerful connections that find us when we least expect them. They may be relationships, spiritual awakenings, or creative passions.
Reversed, you’re having a hard time finding and cultivating this kind of emotional spark. It may almost feel like these opportunities are evading you even as you try to keep yourself open to new things.
However, this card also hints that you may find what you seek from self-love, intentional self-care routines, and setting small goals that you can accomplish for yourself each day. Sometimes, opening up a new opportunity starts with your own actions.
Aquarius
4 of Swords (Reversed)
Aquarius is resisting the essential rest that they really need.
The 4 of Swords is a stopping point — mentally, physically, and emotionally. It comes after turmoil and difficulty and is essentially the Universe’s way of putting a halt in our path so that we slow down and heal.
However, the reversal of this card hints that you’re not ready to just slow down and take a breather. You may be resisting your body’s call for rest, hoping to just “push through” and persevere onto the next thing.
But it’s important to let yourself pause, Aquarius.
Pisces
Justice
Pisces, balance is in order.
Justice prompts you to evaluate everything in your life in a fair, balanced way and align your priorities with your values and expectations.
Look at all areas of your life — love and relationships, career and finances, your spiritual inclinations, your heart and mind and body, etc. Which parts feel most aligned already, and what could use some work?
This week is all about looking at all sides of an equation and making sure your efforts are distributed evenly to each of them.
How to Use Your Weekly Tarotscope
How do you really use a Tarotscope?
It may seem simple at first glance—like reading the insights and moving on with your week—but there are actually a variety of ways that you can utilize this unique spiritual tool to your advantage.
Here are some of our favorite methods for connecting with the cards and their insights on a deeper level:
- Pull a daily Tarot card, and then compare its energy to your Tarotscope
- Research the deeper definition of your Tarot card
- Record your Tarotscope in a Tarot journal