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January 20th, 2025: A Cosmic Echo of Transformation

Writer's picture: Angharad PictonAngharad Picton


January 20, 2025: A Cosmic Echo of Transformation

One of the greatest gifts of astrology is its ability to track patterns and cycles throughout history. As I continue my study of this vast and intricate field, I’m deeply comforted by the insight it provides. Astrology becomes a navigational tool that not only helps me integrate the times in which we live—times that feel unprecedented in so many ways—but also reassures me that we are far from alone. Throughout history, civilizations have weathered immense change, and their resilience, strength, and determination live on in us. Their legacy is a reminder that even amidst uncertainty, humanity has the capacity to evolve, do better, and thrive.

On January 20, 2025, a powerful astrological event takes place: the Sun meets Pluto at 2° Aquarius. This rare alignment shines a cosmic spotlight on profound themes of transformation, innovation, and collective evolution. But this isn’t just a standalone moment; it’s deeply connected to an astrological event that occurred on the same date in 2017, when the Sun and Pluto aligned at 1° Capricorn.

The recurrence of this Sun-Pluto conjunction on January 20 serves as a symbolic bridge between these two powerful moments, offering us a chance to reflect on how we’ve evolved and where we’re headed as individuals and as a society.


Looking Back: January 20, 2017

In 2017, the Sun-Pluto conjunction in Capricorn illuminated themes tied to power, control, and the structures that govern our lives. Capricorn’s energy, focused on authority, tradition, and responsibility, was deeply influenced by Pluto’s transformative nature. This alignment brought attention to shadows within societal systems and asked us to confront what wasn’t working.

On that very day, two notable events occurred: the inauguration of a new U.S. president and the observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. These moments highlighted contrasting aspects of power dynamics and the ongoing fight for justice, equity, and social progress. Regardless of personal perspectives, they underscored the necessity of reflection and action to bring about meaningful change.


Shifting Focus: January 20, 2025

Fast forward to 2025, and the energy of this conjunction shifts dramatically. Now in Aquarius, Pluto invites us to move beyond Capricorn’s systems of control and hierarchy toward a focus on innovation, community, and liberation. Aquarius represents the future, the collective, and the radical dismantling of outdated systems.


This alignment invites us to:

  • Embrace Innovation: Pluto in Aquarius highlights transformative advances in technology, energy, and medicine. But it also calls us to recognize and activate the advanced technologies within us—the power of the human body to heal, the potential of the mind to create, and the connection to universal wisdom.

  • Question Systems: What outdated beliefs or societal structures are ready to be released?

  • Reclaim Truths: What hidden or forgotten wisdom is rising to the surface to be integrated?


As one of my dear teachers, Rick “Merlin” Levine, has shared for many years: “Think globally. Act locally.” This timeless wisdom resonates deeply with the spirit of Pluto in Aquarius, reminding us that while collective evolution is the vision, our personal actions are what fuel meaningful change.


Astrology Meets Legacy: Reflecting on Martin Luther King Jr. Day

January 20 also continues to carry the significance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a powerful reminder of the courage, resilience, and action required to dismantle oppression and rebuild more equitable systems. In 2025, this day serves as an invitation to embody these ideals in tangible, transformative ways.

Pluto’s message in Aquarius aligns beautifully with Dr. King’s vision: to rise above fear and division, to recognize the inherent interconnectedness of humanity, and to create a future rooted in justice and harmony.


Pause to Reflect: Supporting Ourselves and Each Other

The Sun-Pluto conjunction on January 20, 2025, isn’t just a celestial event; it’s a profound call to action. This transformative time invites us to support ourselves and our communities with conscious engagement and care:


  • Check in with Your Community: Especially those directly impacted by systemic or societal upheavals. Connection fosters resilience, and your support could make all the difference.

  • Commit Locally: As Rick “Merlin” Levine says, “Think globally, act locally.” Prioritize collaboration, volunteerism, and actions that strengthen your immediate networks. Let’s keep it tight—commit to your communities.

  • Rise Above Fear: Fear is exhausting and immobilizing, pulling us away from positive change. Instead of being drawn into divisive narratives or endless scrolling, ground yourself in solutions and hope.

  • Stay Consciously Engaged: The division belongs to the past. Pluto in Aquarius speaks to our shared humanity and collective evolution. How can your unique gifts serve the whole? What truths are you ready to reclaim?


What does Aquarius teach us? That this isn’t about “me” or “them”—this is about “us,” all of humanity.


Offerings of Support and Aligning with Your Soul’s Legacy

As we step into this profound moment in history, I invite you to explore these opportunities for guidance and alignment:


  • Birthday Special Offer: Astrological Reading or Astrological Grief Counseling – $111 for 75 minutes.

  • Peru Spiritual Tour: A Journey of Remembering Our Ancient Future: From August 6th to 16th, 2025, a small, intimate group will gather on the sacred lands of Peru, committed to evolution and awakening the ancient truth of our origins and destination. Highlights include:

    • A Lion’s Gate Portal activation at one of the world’s oldest pyramid sites in Caral, pre-dating Egyptian and Sumerian civilizations.

    • Insights drawn from the Nazca Lines, where the sky meets the earth under a full moon in Aquarius.

    • Visits to sacred sites like the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu, connecting to the wisdom of the ancients and aligning with the energy of soul legacy.If you feel called to embark on this transformative journey aligned with your soul’s legacy in these pivotal times, email me at Angharad@angharadpicton.com to set up a call and see if this experience is a good fit.


Final Thoughts

The cosmos invites us to evolve—not overnight, but through a process of courageous action, reflection, and integration. As we honor this alignment, let us also honor our interconnectedness and the power of small, intentional steps in shaping a radically new and hopeful future.


In Solidarity and Evolution that is in the highest and best good of ALL concerned,


Angharad xo



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