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January 3 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Friday January 3. Read the daily horoscopes for your Sun sign or rising sign (ascendant) to plan your day.
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Your daily horoscopes for Friday January 3, 2025
Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Close the opinion polls, Aries. And while you’re at it, think twice about how many details you spill about your inner circle. During today’s showdown between your ruler, no-filters Mars (retrograde), and privacy hound Pluto, your venting might reach tabloid-worthy proportions. But if you make your S.O. or a bestie sound like a piece of work, you could have a cleanup mission on your hands. If you really need to unload, talk to a truly neutral third party. Under these intense skies, any kind of heart-to-heart can quickly devolve into a battle of wills.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Power struggles could reach a boil under today’s tense opposition of feisty Mars retrograde and vengeful Pluto. If you start to feel like the target of someone’s misdirected anger, don’t just lie down and take it. Be strategic in how you shift the energy, especially since aggressive Mars makes you hair-trigger-reactive. Inciting an all-out war will leave you with greater problems. Tip: Don’t reinforce the offending behavior. When the button pushers see they’re not going to get a reaction out of you, they’ll likely back off.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
While it might sound like a contradiction, you can honor your principles AND question your beliefs. Today, as restless Mars roves retrograde through your curious third house and opposes transformational Pluto in your expansive ninth, you’re encouraged to open your mind to other perspectives—even if you think your view is the correct one. And if you’re motivated to make some changes, don’t do anything drastic until you’ve investigated all angles. With tension ratcheted up, stay mindful so you don’t lash out in anger or dish out cutting critiques.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
If you see something, say something? Your Spidey senses could go on high alert today, thanks to a dicey opposition of hair-trigger Mars retrograde and shadowy Pluto. But are you reading this situation correctly? Your intuition is giving you clues but probably NOT the whole story. Don’t jump to conclusions or start sending out inflammatory texts. Respect people’s privacy and talk to them one-on-one to get all the facts.
Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Unresolved tension could play out in a relationship today, but are you seeing things clearly? Probably not, thanks to an incendiary opposition of feisty Mars (retrograde) and shadowy Pluto in your partnership zone. Although the present-day situation IS irksome, you could also be projecting some old fears onto people. With hotheaded Mars in the frame, you certainly won’t mince words. Ouch! Pause before reacting, Leo, and recognize that you could just be having a bit of a flashback here. Assert yourself but don’t make anyone’s dignity a casualty in the process.
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Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Your mind and body are not separate entities, a reminder that comes courtesy of today’s tense opposition of anxious Mars in your subconscious twelfth house and probing Pluto in your health zone. Pay special attention to the link between your thoughts and your vitality (or lack thereof). Being in a continually stressed-out state could lead to physical ailments. If you’ve been run down or have a persistent ache, the cause may be emotional. Are you concerned about a loved one but keeping it to yourself? Approach this person and speak from the heart instead of delivering a lecture.
Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Super-Libra swoops in for the save? Not this time. You’re programmed to play peacekeeper, but under today’s stars, resist the urge to slip into that role. With shadowy Pluto in your dramatic fifth house, donning your cape could sweep you into a situation that’s far more complex than you realize. And with stressful Mars retrograde throwing shade from your group zone, some people might be more interested in churning up conflict than actually finding resolution. Do yourself a favor and stick to your side of the street.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Time to cut the cord? Today’s tricky opposition between your co-rulers, combative Mars and potent Pluto, uncovers ties that may be binding a bit TOO tightly. If you tend toward excessive pleasing with loved ones, now’s the time to evolve. With assertive Mars in your boundary-conscious tenth house, set clear limits. Dare to speak up or take a different path than the one your relatives have. You are the guardian of your own happiness, Scorpio. Adopt a “live and let live” policy from today forward.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Honesty is generally your best policy, but under today’s muddling opposition between Mars retrograde and Pluto, your communication style could come across as cryptic. If you don’t read the room, people might see you as passive-aggressive, pushy or even evasive. Whether you’re keeping a few key details to yourself or not, it’s a good idea to get clear on exactly what you want to express BEFORE you open your mouth. With rash Mars in your unfiltered ninth house, it’s likely to come out a little TOO blunt. Reach out to a confidante, turn to your trusty journal or head to the gym to blow off some steam.
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Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Today’s envy-inducing opposition of competitive Mars and green-eyed Pluto could suck you into the no-win game of compare-and-despair. Jockeying for followers and likes is so draining, so why go there? Doing that might even make you tone down your sophisticated ways in the hopes of gaining popularity. Stay in your wheelhouse and just be your powerfully authoritative self.
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Order in the Aquarius court! A tricky face-off between irascible Mars in your partnership house and intense Pluto in your sign could trigger a power struggle. This dramatic opposition might bring stress from a key person in your world. Instead of fighting over whose way is best, retreat to your separate corners for the day and develop plans independently. Tomorrow, when cooler heads prevail, you can compare notes.
Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Friday January 3
Clear boundaries are a must today as indie-spirited Mars in your structured sixth house faces off with intense Pluto in your needy twelfth. If you make one more sacrifice or say yes to a draining obligation, you might explode with resentment. Back out gracefully, Pisces, or make a counteroffer. Be totally upfront about how much time and energy you’re willing to share with people. Don’t string anyone along or leave them hanging. Not interested? Be polite but direct.
