Ready, Set, Intentions: What Does Your Zodiac Sign Have In Store For You In 2022

Are you ready to OWN 2022? Here we are, another year is coming to a close, and a new one is beginning. While 2022 will have its challenges (what year doesn't), it is also a pretty significant year for manifestation based on planetary alignments (more below) and how you interact with the good times, bad times, and all the times in between.

Before you scroll down and read your horoscope predictions, it is essential to understand what the planets have aligned for all of us, as it will help you with your decisions and actions.

At the core, 2022 is about staying grounded and balanced. Hopes and dreams are not only possible in 2022; with the alignment of Jupiter in Pisces and with the conjunction in Neptune, we will all feel a positive shift occur. A sense of wanting to contribute, make a difference and manifest more love than ever. Creativity will also be at an all-time high. Not just for creatives, but practical thought-minded individuals as well. 

Do you want to hear the best news of all? Of course, you do. Abundance, prosperity, and money are also yours for the making. This doesn't mean you can slouch on the couch and manifest all the riches. There is mental, physical, and spiritual work to be done. More below, but keep reading.

Let's not leave relationships out of the mix. With Venus retrograde, which goes direct on January 29, only to end with a Mars retrograde that started on October 30 and ends on January 12, we will deeply feel the bonds of love. Right now, this minute is the time for you to focus on manifesting love and taking relationships to another level. Connecting is the key ingredient. The question to ask yourself as we get closer and closer to 2022 is, "who stays and who goes."

A few of the must-know key astrological dates to bear in mind: 

• December 19, 2021-January 29, 2022 - Venus retrograde in Capricorn
• December 28, 2021-May 10, 2022 - Jupiter in Pisces
• January 14-February 3, 2022 - Mercury retrograde in Aquarius and Capricorn
• April 12 - Jupiter conjuncts Neptune in Pisces
• April 30 - Solar eclipse and new moon in Taurus
• May 10-June 2 - Mercury retrograde in Gemini and Taurus
• May 10-October 28 - Jupiter in Aries
• May 15 - Lunar eclipse and full moon in Scorpio
• September 9-October 2- Mercury retrograde in Libra and Virgo
• September 17-October 24 - Saturn squares Uranus
• October 25 - Solar eclipse and new moon in Scorpio
• October 28-December 20 - Jupiter in Pisces
• October 30-January 12, 2023 - Mars retrograde in Gemini 
• November 8 - Lunar eclipse and full moon in Taurus
• December 29-January 18, 2023 - Mercury retrograde in Capricorn

2022 is a remarkable and pivotal year for shifts and changes for every sign. This doesn't mean that you need to be ready by January 1 and run headfirst to make significant changes in your life. In truth, all changes need their time. With the planetary significance in January and February of 2022, this is the time to assess where you are and wish to be this year. Slow and steady is just fine or warp speed ahead mate, whatever your jam might be, make sure focus and balance are at the forefront of your intentions.

Below is a breakdown of each zodiac sign and what to expect in 2022.

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BTW: If you're wondering what to gift yourself (you know you wanna) or someone you love, adore and cherish, we've worked that out for you based on the signs below. The best gift in the world is where their gemstones match their signs.

Aries

Strengths: Courageous, Determined, Confident, Enthusiastic, Optimistic 

Partnerships are the focus for you in 2022 assertive Aries. It's vital to be forgiving but also accepting. Sometimes the forgetting part of 'forgiving and forgetting is more critical than forgiving, so try and move beyond things and maximize the potential by planning for the future rather than going over old ground.

Sudden changes of heart by people you have trusted and relied on; in some cases, your partner may discombobulate you by doing an about-turn, and you may question their motives, even feeling stabbed in the back. However, often what's happening in the very things that you have ignored are suddenly manifesting. Past communication failure is at the heart of some of the turbulence in your relationships.

Remember that romances with people in authority are particularly appealing to Aries, so you may be more likely to find your boss attractive. There is a desire to initiate relationships in the workplace with people who inspire you or possibly mentors or even father figures. 

However, because Venus is retrograde, this is not a good idea and can lead to some disappointment. Often the feelings shared between you and a workplace date are not particularly genuine; you have to hold back to a great extent because you know there is a professional element to your relationship that you don't want to jeopardize. Know your worth in 2022 and really work on focusing on what makes you happy.

Keep an eye on your finances this year, Aries and start taking the approach of saving vs. spending. Because Mercury's ruler is retrograde, the ruler of your second solar house, this is not a great time for major financial moves. However, it is a perfect time to become more flexible. Anything that you can do to reduce obligations or expenses should be done so that you are in a position to take advantage of opportunities in the next few months.

With Jupiter entering Aries and Mars going through Sagittarius, Aries desires to be competitive and win. However, you can often find yourself clashing with others, leading to some resentment. Be careful because even when you think you have won, you may still end up losing, simply because you have isolated people or burnt bridges. It would be best if you lived up to your promises because other people may lose faith in you for scant reasons. Remember to focus on the big picture for the year and not "in the moment" heated arguments. This is huge for you.

It's essential to be aware of your health and take supplements and eat balanced meals, but don't begin a brand new diet or join a gym just yet as you are not quite sure what will be right for you. Instead, start by balancing your day with walks and keep moving while you work on getting stronger. This year is definitely going to be a great year to get healthy and wealthy. But, again, it is all about balance.

You successfully manage money for a living, so make sure you clear up any debts and oversee your finances. Great growth year for you. Congratulations, and have fun.

Taurus

Strengths: Reliable, Patient, Practical, Devoted, Responsible, Stable

Romance is in the air this year, strong Taurus. You may wish to think long and hard about getting married too quickly because communication is critical for you. So make sure your future partner is just as communicative.

For couples, it's a great time to talk again about your goals and to check if you are both on board because it may be that one of you has lost faith or lost interest in a specific goal that you were pursuing together. Now is the time when you must honestly talk about these goals and whether you both value them so that you don't proceed with misunderstanding each other's commitment to a plan.

Mercury is in your tenth house, so this is a period when there are changes and indecision in your career. This is not a good time for you to make a significant career move. Instead, it's a time when you should amass information, investigate, keep your nose to the ground and be flexible and alert to potential opportunities or problems you need to circumvent. You may wish to reconsider pursuing your education, even part-time, during 2022 and expanding your horizons. Since you always love to learn, this is a perfect time.

Aim to display more character and flourish Taurean. Be opinionated and more willing to experiment rather than remain fixed in predictable patterns. Even though Taurus often prefers what's conventional, you may come across several situations this year. In the future, that enhances and ignites some of your hidden treasures or unique features, which you typically do not explore or project.

Mercury retrograde periods are tricky for plans and meaningful relationship conversations and decisions. However, it's always better to have productive discussions after the retrograde period as you are far less likely to have misunderstandings or be at cross purposes.

You will experience greater fluctuations or even surprises all around you and stirring within you, and this restlessness can motivate you to break free from what you see as limitations. This is generally an expansive, optimistic time when you can envision essential changes, and opportunities are likely to manifest; you can demonstrate an unyielding determination when you are motivated.

Be very conscious of the New Moon cycles this year, as this is your golden period for decision making, goal setting, and new initiatives. In addition, it will help you navigate dealing with authority and scheduling job interviews or activities where you do public speaking and impress people—a good year of growth ahead. So please take advantage of it, but don't be a bull in a China shop.

Marriage and decisions with your partner are favored, as mentioned above. This can be a relatively reasonable period for a new direction for you and your partner. For you single Taureans, focus on what you want to manifest and utilize the Full Moon's energy to harness that power. Setting intentions for love is huge in 2022. Otherwise, you will continue flailing and failing when you should be manifesting and loving.

Legal and political matters are favored, as are networking and community goals. This is an excellent time for purposes connected to meeting new people, team activity, and group endeavors. So go get 'em, Taurus.  

 

Gemini

Strengths: Dualistic, Versatile, Curious, Optimistic

Well, well, Gemini, you sure have a big year ahead, and your ego had better take a step back. This is a natural-born argumentative sign; this is the time to step away from the fray and not waste time arguing. Often, there is so much more to what's going on in the relationship than meets the eye. Don't jump to the obvious conclusions. Take a step back and breath in 2022, no matter how many times you feel you're right because being right is not the focus.

Use your energy to work cooperatively on relationship problems; even if your personal and professional partner is being evasive or pig-headed, stay calm and reasonable.

Lean in, as you may need help to achieve a goal right now; however, whether they are responsive to that or not will tell you a lot about the heart of the relationship. Hence, working things through in your mind and breathing.

Good relationships are vibrant and dynamic throughout the year. So don't waste it on petty conversations or trivial matters. It's time to grow.

Mercury and Venus retrograde can lead to a mini-crisis in terms of your confidence in your love life. You can be pretty unpredictable, as you are restless and may even appear to be having a mini midlife crisis. You are attracted to instant gratification and may act recklessly, putting a current romance in jeopardy. You can be overconfident and may bite off more than you can chew by racing into a love affair.

You tend to exaggerate or embellish, and you don't always have a good grip of reality, although you may have sudden insights which are pretty inspirational.

You probably won't keep promises, and you're likely to let your new partner down as you get carried away with whims and often do not keep up with what you've been saying. But, again, it's that darn two-sided Gemini personality. So let's reiterate being calm, calculating, and intelligent in 2022 is good. Not impetuous. 

You may enjoy taking unusual or original approaches, which can make it easier now to break free of financial restrictions, Gemini, considering we're not the wisest with investments or even saving money for that matter. This is the year to learn. Talk to friends and family and let them help you. They will love it.

BIG year for work advancement, congratulations. This is an excellent time for selling concepts or ideas to others. So this would apply to you getting investors excited about a project or potential product or getting the attention of a publisher for a book idea or film script. Be prepared and put your ducks in a row. Bring them back in if they start to go astray or swim in different directions. Focus.

You are skilled in sales or getting people excited. This may be a good career move for you if you're stagnant as the planets are aligned to help you. You're a social sign Gemini and Covid certainly may have put aching in your chain. Think about getting back out and socializing in a safe setting with care and caution.

You are more in tune with your hidden or often neglected needs, and you can appeal to your imagination or escapist tendencies to indulge these and thus feel a release or even a personal catharsis.

New Moon's are your golden ticket for decision making, goal setting, and new initiatives.    

2022 is not an excellent time for a significant reorientation of personal goals. But starting in February and throughout the year, keep reinventing yourself and achieving what you set your mind to, be it health or wealth. 

This is a suitable time to hire or fire and reorganize your business. New roles where you have an opportunity to learn new skills or have better relationships with colleagues are favored. It is also a great year to switch jobs.

This period is favorable for dealing with authority, gaining recognition, and improving PR for your business. Be more visible in terms of your CV and optimistic projection in your professional life, as you may be headhunted.

Hone in your intuition this year, Gemini; you know you are by far one of the most enlightened of all signs. Harness the energy of the Full Moon to meditate, so you may be more efficient in prioritizing. 

Cancer

Strengths: Domestic, Sensitive, Emotional, Protective

It's essential to establish priorities and gain perspective on your relationship and its meaning within your life. Relationships aren't just a way to team up and avoid loneliness; often, they are key to your unfolding and destiny, so try and understand how your relationship shapes you or influences your behavior or perception of life. Welcome to 2022 Cancer. Your uber-sensitive side will have a few reality checks and be highly beneficial in the long run.

With an eighth house influence, this is a good period for honest discussion and looking at your problems from a psychological point of view. Games and manipulative behavior are common during this phase, so you need to be alert to this and keep everything honest. You may occasionally use emotional manipulation and very indirect methods of getting your way. That may well be the case during January, February, and into March, but getting perspective on this and understanding your "self-worth" is enormous this year.

The eighth house is also about money and prosperity, but it boils down to values, and often flashpoints about money reveal more profound discord between you and a new partner. Focus on your strengths and concentrate on what you have to offer, which is a lot, be it at your current job or if you're looking for a new one. If you're married, talk with your spouse about finances this year and get on the same page. It is the perfect time for bonding and growth.

This is an excellent time to begin a course of study, possibly involving research to start a new career or open a different path forward. You are very curious and open to learning on various levels, particularly about subjects that you ignored or felt were irrelevant before. Strange things suddenly become very interesting and important to you. If you've had a penchant for the occult (not crazy witch stuff) and expanding your spirituality, you are in the zone, and it could lead you in very positive directions.

Don't avoid or be afraid of the truth as it must come to pass for you to move forward, but this truth cannot be found from the mouths and gossip of unreliable people, and so you must show good judgment in who rely on for your information.

Focus on the New Moon cycles every month, as this is your golden period for decision making, goal setting, and new initiatives. You have a strong desire to do good in the world and make a difference. Delving into politics, charities, and anything that can have you focus on change is in your wheelhouse in 2022. If this doesn't resonate with you, then researching your local charities, i.e., food banks, shelters, etc., would do you, ever-loving heart, a lot of good.

Single ladies, this is a favorable time for romance, new relationships, and participation in dating or social activities. Be safe and have fun.

Focus on your health, Cancer. Eat healthily and get more active. The stars are aligned in your favor.

Leo

Strengths: Creative, Passionate, Generous, Warm-Hearted, Cheerful

Lioness of the jungle. Start purring more in 2022 and lashing out less. The New Moon cycles are powerful, as your golden period for decision making, goal setting, and new initiatives is super strong. So mark your calendar for all retrogrades (scroll up) and spend time working on your self-care and spirituality. It is challenging for a Leo to sit back and let things happen. But, sometimes, it's the best plan.

This is a good time for renovations, home improvement projects, home decorating, and entertaining families. This is also favorable for businesses connected to tourism, catering, and hospitality with your sparkly personality. Just be safe.

Married Leo's, spend as much time working on your relationship during February, March, and April. Literally, put a spring in your step this spring and reinvent yourself and your spouse. 

Beware of office romances.

This is a time when advice from others can be useless. So it's good for you to get a second opinion or even a third, just so that you can create certainly. 

The Venus retrograde will affect the parts of your chart ruled by Venus, which includes authority figures and communications. Thus it would be best if you were very diplomatic and also accurate in any dealings you have with their superiors. In terms of job interviews, you must be well prepared. It is probably a good time to avoid doing anything controversial or saying things on social media because these can come back to haunt you.

2022 is an excellent time of year for healing, so it can be suitable for beginning any healthy dietary regime or taking a particular course of alternative medicine or therapy to improve health, increase healing and become an alternative ninja.

This can be an excellent time for a retreat or take a holiday to fully recharge your batteries, build up stamina, get a lot of sunlight, fresh air and take on board nutritious supplements and nutraceuticals. If that's not possible, then a staycation it is.

Virgo

Strengths: Loyal, Analytical, Kind, Hardworking, Practical

2022 is a good time for study, research, and learning languages. This is also a good time for editing reports or reviewing information. Goals aimed at education, i.e., educating yourself or others, are aligned. If none of that resonates with you, then consider advancing yourself online with something you are very passionate about and/or interested in.

As Jupiter enters your solar 7th house in January, this is an excellent period for new initiatives in your relationship. So if your relationship is going well, this may be the time to encourage your partner to start a business together or set yourself some new goals like planning an extension, a significant holiday, etc., so that you have something exciting to work towards this year.

If you're struggling in a relationship, it is an excellent time to talk and figure out the next steps. This year is all about relationship building, connecting, and making your way to happiness. Being stuck is not a good alternative. You have excellent communication skills, Virgo. Use them.

Because Venus is retrograde in Capricorn, it is retrograde in your 5th house of romance, which means that this particular time is not so great for romance or new relationships. Thus if you meet a potential partner around this time, the relationship may get off to a rather tricky start because you are not very affectionate and can be rather coy and not particularly expressive. So even if you do fancy someone, during 2022, you are hardly likely to make a move, as you are just a little bit more cautious with your feelings. Spiritual alignment can help you get through and raise your vibration for connecting on a deeper level with a new partner.

This is also not a lucky time for any speculation or gambling.

Instead, 2022 is the perfect year for Virgo to learn all about investing money. Learn and then do, not the other way around.

With Mercury retrograde and Venus also retrograde, diplomacy and being very considered is extremely important this month. So, in anything you undertake, think before you speak, make sure that your words are both clear and subtle; this is not a time to be very direct in terms of your approach to people. It's a case of leading people to water and then hoping that they will drink, but not putting any pressure on them. A shift is coming, Virgo, lean into it.

This year is very favorable for the creative professions where you don't have to use judgment or rely on making decisions based on facts. It is sometimes easier to go with your heart than using your head for activities involving design, creativity, ideas, study, or charitable work. It tends to be much easier and more successful.

Libra

Strengths: Cooperative, Diplomatic, Gracious, Fair-Minded, Social

Calling all single Libra's, you are very likely to meet someone new during this year as you are very curious in love and eager to get into the dating game. 2022 favors online and cyber romance (carefully navigating) or even a dating agency. You are quite critical, and you want to know a lot about your new love interest which is why extensive communication across the internet provides a solid foundation for love. 

You are undecided in love, which is why long-distance relationships that develop now work well. There is that distance, that perspective from which you can assess the relationship's potential without getting too close and intimate too quickly.

You need to go with your head in love during this period, set emotion and sentimentality aside, and be objective. If you are rather maudlin or heart on your sleeve individual, then be cautious as you're not necessarily going to make good decisions in this frame of mind.

Venus retrograde occurs in Capricorn this year, which occurs in your 4th house. This is the domain of the home, family, and property matters. Often during this time, family matters are a little bit strained. It may not be the best time to obtain an agreement as a family because people tend to be more selfish and less willing to cooperate.

You often need to get support from family members, and if that's not forthcoming, you can be a little bit withdrawn.

2022 is an enjoyable time if you enjoy buying home decorating catalogs with your partner or shopping online to research ideas to improve your home for entertaining and general family convenience.

Be highly conscious of money this year, Libra. This is an excellent time to discuss any concerns you have about money. If there is an issue you are having at work or family finances that are getting you down, talk about it. But do it rationally because you are likely to allow it to affect you psychologically. 

In other words, a lack of success in financial matters can dampen your ego. However, money is substantial in your sign this year. Enjoy.

You might be less sociable this year periodically and may enjoy hiding in your den, reading, or maybe just pottering around following your hobbies and taking a little bit of time out. Self-care is key and, oh, so, enjoyable.

Focus on the New Moon periods this year as they may be a golden period for decision making, goal setting, and new initiatives concerning money, career, and relationships.

Scorpio

Strengths: Resourceful, Brave, Passionate, Stubborn, A True Friend

Yo, Scorpio, listen closely. 2022 is a huge growth year for you, and with that comes many responsibilities. So everything is about how you communicate this year.

This is an excellent time to start a new income stream unrelated to other income streams, notably involving your initiative and ideas. A lot of success this month comes from confidence, so the more confidence you have in yourself or your ability to set up something brand new, despite lack of support, the more successful you are.

Venus retrograde in Capricorn occurs in your third house of communication and day-to-day activities along with relationships with colleagues and neighbors. 

So you are not always as congenial as you could be (shocker), you might withdraw, be rather abrupt with people, and you are less likely to pay attention to diplomacy and niceties. But, on the other hand, you could be pretty bold, as you like to call a spade a shovel, and can be quite unwilling to deal with people who are tricking or indecisive.

This is not necessarily an excellent time for pleasure trips or arranging outings with your immediate family members. It's probably better for you to spend time alone relaxing, as it's easy for you to become stressed and irritated with people. So in typical Scorpio fashion, this is a good time for you to be reclusive, keep your own counsel, and have a slight break from people. Repeat these words "I am going to focus on my self-care this year."

Romance is in the air for you this year. If you're considering or currently dating online, be extra vigilant in communicating and learning all you can about the person on the other end. Though you could tend to be very intense, and that's not a bad thing right now, use diplomacy and have fun. Meet via Zoom or Facetime before venturing out as like to be pleased and not shocked.

Remember, the most significant part of love is compromising this month, married Scorpions, and we know you're not the most giving in a give and take situation. However, the planets are aligned to bring about communication and attraction. So grab onto your partner and bring out your Scorpio seduction techniques, and have a good time. But, then, get out of your head. Your marriage and spouse will be eternally grateful.

2022 will be focusing on your 'emotional' and deep house. This once again gives you cause to think deeply, to mull over, and indeed to brood. You can be pretty obsessed with the past. A degree of self-pity and inevitability is connected to this retrograde. You may not be very positive or forward-looking during this phase as it encourages nostalgic or even mawkish behavior. Using New Moon and Full Moon mantras and affirmations will help you significantly this year, Scorpio. Let's get you grounded, literally.

Family situations may be a bit flippy floppy this year, especially since there is still a lot of tension in the air. Love your family and let them love you back. As we mentioned, 2022 is about communication. 

Sagittarius

Strengths: Generous, Idealistic, Great Sense of Humor

This month, Venus retrograde occurs in your second solar house in Capricorn, and this is the house of financial affairs and values, so you need to be very vigilant about your money. 2022 is about putting on the brakes on your spending, and instead, consolidating and thinking of ways to save money is good. 

It may also be a time when you are looking ahead to the year, and you may want to review your various sources of income and how much time you spend on each. You may want to start refocusing on the most productive ways of earning money and thinking of more sensible ways to utilize your cash or resources.

It is important to note that problems with money often coincide with problems with self-esteem on a spiritual level! So if you feel you are at a low-paid job, being taken advantage of, or your employer isn't appreciative and not paying you enough, that probably reflects a lack of confidence and self-esteem on your part. So to work more on those internal emotional issues and tap into your sacred spiritual place where you know you're safe and build with mantras and affirmations.

This is a good time for your social life and friendships. If a suitable partner is in your friendship circle, pay attention because feelings could start to develop; however, be patient because you are very conflicted and emotionally erratic this year.

In terms of your business networks, you may need to sort out the wheat from the chaff; not everyone is what they appear to be. It's very easy for you to waste time going to conferences, attending meetings, or maybe even travel to a symposium on a false premise. Fundamentally, you understand the actual value of what you are entering into when it comes to joint ventures or activities that are cutting-edge or connected with technology. You must fully understand these ventures from a professional point of view, or they could easily mislead you. Big growth year for you, if you're ready to take it on.

This is a great year to start a spiritual pursuit like yoga or chakra balancing. Charitable ventures are successful. Communication is essential, and finding yourself is the way to greater strength, newer and better opportunities, and magnificent relationships. Remember, you are perfect and a strong sign. 2022 is a growth year for you, and you will be up for the challenge and have a great time in between.

Capricorn

Strengths: Responsible, Disciplined, Self-Control, Good Managers

Venus is retrograde in 2022, and it is retrograde in Capricorn in your first house, so that's particularly relevant for Capricorn.

This affects your image, independence, and how you project to others. The fact that Venus is retrograde is not necessarily a good sign for dating; this can indicate a lack of confidence or that you will put your foot in it by making your move in a romantically clumsy way. The good news is that it subsides in February, so be bright-eyed and bushy-tailed for the next couple of months.

This is a great month of the year for you to reset your image. So when it comes to business, this is an excellent time to revamp your website, get a new photo taken for your social media, or be more mindful of how modern and engaging all your platforms are. Thus in terms of business, this can be an excellent time to impress your clients by putting more thought into your presentation both online, in person, or at the office.

While this is an excellent to develop a lot more self-awareness, during January and February, you may not be hitting the right notes or understanding what's going on, and that's why you can be a little bit touchy and almost sheepish.

You are less inclined to want to be a team player. In relationships, you can even act a little selfishly; at times, you can also be a little self-indulgent where you focus on how any situation affects you rather than the impact on you as a couple. You tend to be quite individualistic, which also impedes joint decision-making.

Sometimes you're inclined to be a bit judgmental about other people, so you may often dismiss someone on first meeting them because your instincts are saying that the person is not for you. However, those instincts often tend to be wrong, so even if you get off on the wrong foot with a partner in 2022, it's highly likely that you quite fancy them, but because your romantic radar is off, you are initially repelled by them. The people who you don't like during this month are probably people you are secretly sexually attracted to. So you shouldn't be jumping to conclusions about anyone right now because your romantic instincts are sending you in all the wrong directions.

The Mercury retrograde period in 2022 causes some instability within your finances which can mean added stress. Money management, budgeting, and financial planning take up a lot of your spare time, and you may be stressed and a little distant.

You may wish to diversify your investments and spread risk; it's a good time to talk about money. On the other hand, you may not be willing to take on added financial responsibility right now, so not a good time to initiate a significant purchase.

Let your guard down a bit in 2022 and focus on communicating with tact and respect. It will get you quite far. If you're considering a new job or starting your own company, 2022 is the year to get it going. Put your focus into "how" to get it started and build. Don't run in headfirst; it may not work out well. 

You're a social entrepreneur. Keep in mind what we stated above about your social media and revamp your look.

Aquarius

Strengths: Progressive, Original, Independent, Humanitarian

The Venus retrograde in 2022 is in your 12th house in Capricorn; now, this is an important retrograde because it links to themes that will occur throughout the year, i.e., the past returning to nudge you. This can mean a past relationship that is casting a shadow and needs to be dealt with, or it could mean that you are entering the new year after just leaving a relationship. 

However, you still have baggage connected to that relationship that you haven't dealt with. These problems will continue to follow you throughout the year as you struggle to draw a line under things as you have a great sentimentality over the past which can sometimes skew your appraisal of the future. If you choose to cut the cord once and for all, use compassion and diplomacy. Your sign has a lot going for it this year in the world of romance. Sometimes using your spiritual ninja skills in setting the past behind may be the way to go.

There is something almost maudlin about you, you're very nostalgic, yet that nostalgia can sometimes be more unhelpful for you as it represents a rosy view of the past which isn't accurate.

This is definitely not a good time for any self-promotions, especially if you seek feedback and want to go public with any of your artistic or business ideas in January and February. You may not get a particularly good reaction. However, starting in the spring, around March, and for the remainder of the year, it is a great time to move forward. Take your downtime to figure out what is holding you back. New Moon and Full Moon mantras and prayers can help bring your blocks forward.

Put off any travel in January and February during retrograde.

You enjoy in-depth conversations and study. Explore this more in 2022. Taking online classes is the perfect way to open your mind, learn (which you love) and expand your horizons.

You will make plans, analyze alternatives and start weighing up options, but it's much too soon to jump and commit to any new direction. Take your time and focus this year. Then toward the fall, you will be ready.

You are certainly open to new options, and friends and colleagues have important input and advice for you. However, in terms of dating, it's rather tricky to get involved during January and February (remember what we said above), so proceed with caution as a partner may be toying with you or just experimenting in love. Don't fret, though, as relationships are in your cards this year. Just be fully aware of what you want and need.

Pisces

Strengths: Empathetic, Loving, Intuitive, Dreamy

During January and February, Venus retrograde in Capricorn occurs in your eleventh solar house, including your group associations, networks, and higher aspirations. During this time, relationships and cooperation with friends or fellow professionals, who you are working within your network, are strained. 

Pisces may have to reassess the people you are involved with in 2022. You may find that they are no longer interested in the things you are interested in, or perhaps you realize that they have displayed insincerity or they have overpromised. So while you may have to take on extra responsibility, it's probably better for you to go it alone right now and cut certain people adrift, as they are not helping as much as you anticipated they would.

Focus on your own goals and shut out the distractions, which are often caused by the expectations of friends or by 'keeping up with the Joneses. This is a time when you want to stay true to yourself and not be drawn onto any false goals just because friends are going in that direction. 

This is a big year for independence in so many ways, Pisces. Whether you're married or single, you will feel an itch for improvements and a solid need for self-containment or preservation. The stronger you feel inside, the more you will emulate that on the outside. 

Spiritual enlightenment is a powerful and vital part of your journey this year. It will help you gain the confidence you need to move forward in many areas of your life. As a result, work, love, and friendships will improve. 

This is a phase where you need to keep your paint dry and feel things out. It's impossible to see the whole picture clearly, and thus some indecision is entirely forgivable. Avoid putting pressure on yourself.

2022 is a gorgeous year for you, Piscean, and you need to take advantage of the stars' alignment. Self-care and self-love are your two most favored words. Most of you love being physical and either working out or walking and eating healthy. So move that up the chart this year—meal prep and move. Enjoy.