Starting on January 18, 2026, three zodiac signs experience happiness they haven’t felt in a while. Mercury conjunct Mars has us thinking quickly while engaging in brave conversations.
Whatever is on our mind is not going to stay bottled up. Words move more quickly on Sunday, and our intentions become sharper. In other words, we know what we’re doing on January 18. The Moon entering Aquarius adds a touch of independent thinking to the mix, helping us come up with some of our most original ideas.
Sunday brings a return of joy for these astrological signs that comes from being honest and just letting it all out. It’s nice to feel free to speak up without the fear of repercussion. This is life, as it should be.
1. Leo
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For you, Leo, happiness returns on January 18 because you decided that you are done waiting for someone to acknowledge you and tell you that you’re fabulous. It’s time to stop. You’re not waiting. You’re just fabulous now, and it sure does bring you joy. Mercury conjunct Mars lights up conversations that restore your confidence and shows you that being just you is good enough. If anyone doesn’t like it, then they can show themselves out.
On January 18, your joy comes from self-respect. You reclaim your voice and feel energized by your own honesty. The Aquarius Moon encourages you to detach from outside approval and trust your instincts again. That’s where your happiness lives now, Leo.
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2. Virgo
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Virgo, you experience a kind of happiness that you haven’t felt in a while starting on January 18, when overthinking finally gives way to action. Surely, you can’t stay inside your head forever, dwelling on what could go wrong. Mercury conjunct Mars pushes you to stop ruminating on the same thought and actually do something about it.
January 18 brings you a very positive breakthrough linked to your work situation. It shakes up your routine in all the right ways. Once you start to notice how positive things actually are, your mood improves dramatically. With the addition of the Aquarius Moon, you start to loosen up a bit. You know now that it’s OK for you to not be in control of every single detail. You’re here to feel alive again. You want to feel alive again, joyful, happy.
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3. Aquarius
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This one hits close to home, Aquarius. Mercury conjunct Mars delivers a surge of motivation that feels personal and liberating. On January 18, you have a realization that reminds you how powerful your ideas actually are. Why wait another day to accomplish what you know you can make happen right now?
Happiness returns through self-expression and decisive movement. The Moon in your sign reconnects you with the independent side of your nature. This lunar transit has you believing in yourself once again. While you didn’t necessarily stop believing in yourself, this day brings back your self-confidence in large doses. Good for you, Aqaurius. Be joyful! Be happy!
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Ruby Miranda interprets I Ching, Tarot, Runes, and Astrology. She gives private readings and has worked as an intuitive reader for over 20 years.
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