Welcome to 2022, star babies!
Collectively, we’ve been through a lot.
Thepandemicadded unprecedented stress and change to all of our lives, which we are still navigating.
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In 2022, everyone is further encouraged to stay true to their moral standards.
Saturn, which rules discipline, authority, and government structures, is in independent Aquarius for the year.
Venusis still retrograde when the year begins, but the lover planet goes direct onSaturday, January 29.
Venus rules love, beauty, and abundance.
While she is retrograde, it can be more difficult to navigate relationships.
As a result, we feel more salty than sweet.
It’s also ill-advised to make significant changes to your appearance whileVenus is retrograde.
The first begins in Aquarius onFriday, January 14.
Then, it moves into Capricorn onTuesday, January 25, and goes direct onThursday, February 3.
Remember, when Mercury is retrograde, double-check to allow extra time for travel and expect delays.
There also tends to be technological annoyances, such as internet blackouts and other slowdowns.
Thecommunication planetgoes retrograde again in Gemini fromTuesday, May 10.
It enters Taurus onSunday, May 22, before going direct onFriday, June 3.
So, prepare to celebrate the New Year with a Mercury retrograde in place.
And, remember never to be the creepy ex yourself.
All of the eclipses take place on the Taurus-Scorpio axis, which is all about transformation.
While Mercury retrograde can be stressful, frankly, the real drama usually occurs during an eclipse.
Eclipses are cosmic wildcards.
They bring swift and often unexpected endings and beginnings.
Circle the dates of thesefour eclipsesto add to your 2022 calendar.
All of the eclipses take place on the Taurus-Scorpio axis, which is all about transformation.
And, as a reminder, eclipses are stressful.
So stay in on these dates and double down on self-care.
2022 is the year that you finally find a community that supports your values.
Mars rules how we assert ourselves and is also tied to sexual energy.
It’s also the perfect time to focus your romantic energy on intimacy and deepen emotional connections.
Unfortunately, you experience financial frustrations early in the year when Venus is retrograde.
You want to level up in life but feel stuck.
2022 is a great year to go first.Read your full 2022 horoscope here.
These will be times of significant change, but it’s all pushing you towards your destiny.
Your ruling planet, Mercury, goes through four of its infamous retrogrades this year, Gemini.
Your emotional depth is your strength, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
2022 isn’t all stressful, however.
The latter half of the year brings blessings on the love and financial front.Read your full 2022 horoscope here.
Leo, you lovely lion, you will get so many things that you want this year.
Oh, and Leo, don’t cut that gorgeous mane during Venus retrograde.Read your full 2022 horoscope here.
You’re the healer of the zodiac, Virgo.
As a result, you tend to put more effort into taking care of others rather than yourself.
But don’t forget that the tarot card associated with your sign is the hermit.
Sometimes, you have to withdraw to focus on yourself.
Retreating to refocus doesn’t mean that you’re doomed to be alone.
When 2022 begins, your ruling planet, Venus, is retrograde.
Your intensity is a blessing and a curse, Scorpio.
On the one hand, you’re mysterious and so charismatic you put a spell on people.
On the other, it’s possible for you to be jealous and sometimes even manipulative.
Let’s be honest, Sagittarius.
And yes, that may mean finally blocking your toxic ex’s phone number.Read your full 2022 horoscope here.
You’re a natural-born leader, and fine, you’re almost always right.
How much of your happiness is sincere, and how much depends on the opinions of others?
Answering that question is your 2022 goal, you devilish sea-goat.Read your full 2022 horoscope here.
The planet Saturn, which rules government structures and responsibility, is in your sign this year, Aquarius.
2022 sees everyone else trying to get on your level thanks to your influence on the usually-stodgy Saturn.
But while you’re out there trying to save the world, Aquarius, don’t forget about yourself.
