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Welcome to the first month of 2022, star children.
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New moons represent fresh starts and are a time to set intentions.
The firstMercury retrogradeof the year begins onFriday, January 14, and goes throughThursday, February 3.
Come on, darlings; you know the rules by now.
Double-check your emails and texts for typos.
Set boundaries to avoid responding to texts from toxic exes.
Allow extra travel time.
And most importantly, take a stab at stay calm.
You’ve survived manyMercuryretrogrades, and you’re able to get through this one.
There’s a full moon in Cancer onMonday, January 17, turning your attention to your home life.
Full moons are primal times and bring out the animal in us all.
But, unfortunately, this can also mean drama.
The eccentric planet Uranus goes direct onTuesday, January 18.
It’s been retrograde sinceThursday, August 19, 2021.
DuringUranus retrograde, you were inspired to step outside of your comfort zone.
It was a time for enacting change.
This season sees you becoming more involved in your community and politics.
Aquarius season begins onWednesday, January 19, bringing out everyone’s inner rebel.
This season sees you becoming more involved in your community and politics.
Perhaps you went to protests in 2022 but have gone back to your regular routine since then.
Keep reading to learn how this all affects your sign specifically.
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That’s why it’s so important to use the new moon early in the month to set intentions.
Your dreams can’t come true if you don’t know what they are, Aries.
If you give too much, you risk becoming resentful towards those you love the most.
Plus, January ends with good news for your wallet.Read your full January horoscope here.
But, before that happens, you must survive the first Mercury retrograde of the year.
There are healthier ways to get attention.Read your full January horoscope here.
You come with a stinger, Scorpio, but this month asks you to learn when to use it.
Start 2022 off right by only attacking folks if they truly deserve it.
You crave love, but you’re going to have to show your vulnerable side to get it.
Thankfully, cool Aquarius season helps you communicate your intense emotions calmly and effectively.Read your full January horoscope here.
New moons are times to set intentions, so go ahead and make some professional New Years' resolutions.
Then, later in the month, a full moon brings blessings to your personal life.
When the fighter planet Mars enters your sign this month, Capricorn, you’re feeling confident.
Just remember to practice patience during the Mercury retrograde and work on seeing the glass half-full.
Your season starts this month, Aquarius.
Your ruling planet, Uranus, also ends its retrograde and goes direct.
Just remember to take care of yourself, too, Aquarius.
Burnout is real, and you’re busy this month, birthday baby.Read your full January horoscope here.
January asks you to reconnect with your friends, Pisces.
They are your backbone regardless of your relationship status.
But are you uninterested in dating apps?
