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Capricorn (for those born Dec. 22-Jan. 19): As the Western world celebrates New Year’s each January 1, many make resolutions to work harder to lose weight, to get up earlier and go to the gym, to get organized and accomplish long-term goals, etc. It happens to be when the Sun is traveling through the sign of Capricorn.

By contrast, many Asian countries celebrate their lunar new year five weeks later by taking a week off from work. They party day and night with extended family, honor their ancestors, feast on rich foods that attract good luck and generously give money in little red envelopes to children. What a difference a month (and a new sign) makes.

These two approaches symbolize the strong themes in your life right now. On one hand, you are driven to produce and accomplish; on the other, you wish you could savor and celebrate the connections with those you love. But with an eclipse (and five planets) in your sign on January 5, the crush of work obligations makes it nigh impossible for you to divert your eyes from what all the balls you have in the air to while away an afternoon with a friend or loved one.

You’re not obligated to carry this heavy load, but you took it because in your heart of hearts, you know that no one else can get it done, correctly and on time, like you do. And it’s a true statement, because you have been at this for some time. But then you start fretting about deadlines, the people who are depending on you, the fact that you are spread so thin, and soon your fears and worries take on Godzilla proportions. It’s all you can do to try to beat them down with your ever-present scythe.

When you’re feeling like this, your inner Mother Teresa is just not going to show up and tend to a needy loved one, even if that’s the true path to sanity for you at this time.

You’ve always been a workaholic to some degree, but why are things harder now? In December 2017, Saturn entered the sign of Capricorn, the cardinal earth sign that it rules, and the sign where it will remain until March 2020. After 25-plus years of being a generally unappreciated guest in other signs (let’s face it, Saturn can be a buzzkill), the ringed planet is now large and in charge of your solar first house where he can do as he pleases, which, from your perspective, appears to be unleashing a seven-headed wild beast into your life. [Continued at RulingPlanets.com]

Note: My 2019 predictions originally appeared on Christopher Renstrom’s website RulingPlanets.com. Renstrom is a published author and horoscope columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle and SheKnows.com. He teaches and practices astrology in Salt Lake City.

Scorpio (for those born Oct. 23 to Nov. 21): Psst, between you and me, many a Scorpio rocked 2018. The fixed water signs known for their resolute will and stubborn grudges would be the last to tell you if they fared well, enjoyed good fortune, and perhaps broadened their horizons with one or more journeys to distant shores. Because when it comes to celebrating blessings and windfalls, Scorpios tend to keep a low profile. They don’t want to jinx their luck.

But if you want to “thank your luck,” Scorpio, thank Jupiter, the planet of protection and higher purpose, for giving you a larger sense of purpose in 2018. The gas giant passed through your sign from late 2017 to late 2018 and may have been the inspiration for renewing your passport to visit far-off shores or pursuing long-buried passions in an esoteric field of study.

Not only that, but slow-moving planets such as Saturn and your co ruler, Pluto—known to vex other signs—were able to support you turning your visions into reality. The goal, then, for 2019 is to make the most of the good things that came your way in 2018, and to avoid old habits and self-destructive patterns that undermine your success.

Speaking of Saturn, one positive skill you’ve likely begun embracing is honing your communication skills. Ever since Saturn entered Capricorn in late 2017, this strict taskmaster may have been holding your feet to the fire, or your hand to the laptop, forcing you to write, speak and otherwise impart know-how and skills in the form of technical manuals and guides. As a typically “late adopter” of all things digital, you may find that this transit forces you to utilize apps and social media, not as a frivolous time-waster, but as a means to connect with like-minded souls associated with your newfound passion or purpose.

Now with a North Node in your solar ninth house, you still feel the urge to see the world and seek new horizons. In 2018, there may have been professional upsets and/or concerns with home and family that kept you tethered in place. But in 2019, after the Jan. 20 lunar eclipse, you may start gaining clarity about the uncertainty that’s clouded your career path. Once that is resolved, you will be in position to further your travels or studies begun in 2018. In fact, certain journeys may be thrust upon you. [Continued at RulingPlanets.com]

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