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Your daily horoscope comes with a big, relaxing “ahhh” because Mercury retrograde officially ended over the weekend. Everything that’s confounded you since Thanksgiving week should finally start to make sense. But ease in slowly, as we’re also just on the other side of a powerful full moon in Gemini, and miscommunications are only beginning to clear up. If you thought you felt all your feels and got all your hot takes out of your system, think again. The moon is now in Cancer, the most emo sign of all. This moody lunar phase includes challenging interactions with Venus and Chiron, suggesting that we’re still in the midst of some deep relational healing. In short, we may have a full moon hangover today, and introversion could be all the rage.

 

Aries

March 21–April 19

The relief you might feel after getting your thoughts off your chest could be overshadowed by some murky post-retrograde feelings, Aries. Your domestic zone is activated and family issues could bubble up. Just when you thought you’d matured and grown out of that childhood pattern, it could rear its head again now.

Taurus

April 20–May 20

Clearing space for a healthy attitude around money and saving is important, and even if that’s what you worked on during the last few days, there may be just a bit more cleanup in aisle five of your psyche, Taurus. With the moon now moving through your communication zone, it might be the right time to have the important conversations about values you’ve back-burnered in recent weeks.

Gemini

May 21–June 20

Phew, Gemini—you’re finally on the other side of both your ruler’s recent retrograde and the full moon in your sign. It’s been a lot! But you’re starting to process it all, integrating profound lessons into your life each day, and in the most practical way. As the moon moves into your money zone today, you can apply that wisdom to finances.

Cancer

June 21–July 22

The moon is in your mushy-gushy, super-sensitive sign, which means eyes are on you. So even though it’s your peak energy phase and some things should start going your way, you might be a bit overwhelmed by all the attention, Cancer. If the full moon knocked you out over the weekend, feel free to turn away from the spotlight.

Leo

July 23–August 22

The last few days have been an absolute whirlwind for your social life, Leo, and one too many dramas have perhaps already unfolded under the auspices of the full moon in your friendship zone. Now that lunar energy is flooding your house of rest and retreat, consider stepping away from the group chat and focusing solely on yourself.

Virgo

August 23–September 22

If professional pressure finally caught up with you this weekend thanks to the full moon in your status sector, you can now officially take a break from all that, Virgo. You may feel pretty sensitive about your friendships, but that’s precisely the reason to reach out and be as authentic as possible when it comes to your besties.

Libra

September 23–October 22

If you’ve been living a bit too close to the edge thanks to the full moon in your adventure zone this weekend, you have a good excuse to pull up your elegant AF bootstraps and get serious about your career. You might even feel more emotional about the meaning of your work, Libra—making an impact on the world matters to you now.

Scorpio

October 23–November 21

Lunar energy has been intense thanks to the full moon in your transformation zone this past weekend, and you’re probably still figuring out what all those changes will feel like in your life. But now that the moon has moved into your adventure zone, you can start to tap into a feeling of freedom and curiosity, Scorpio.

Sagittarius

November 22–December 21

Your relationships have been under the microscope and under the spotlight all at once, Sagittarius. The full moon has given you some space to release all that, and now that lunar energy has moved into your sexuality sector, you can take the lessons you’ve learned into a more intimate space.

Capricorn

December 22–January 19

It’s a great time to have a deep conversation with a partner about the status of your connection, Capricorn. On the other side of the full moon and Mercury Retrograde, your head is clearer, your heart more open, and your ability to articulate your feelings intact. The moon has moved into your relationship zone, and you may be sensitive about this subject, so try not to project your feelings onto your lover.

Aquarius

January 20–February 18

Work, work, and more work is on your plate today, thanks to the moon’s presence in your scheduling sector. You may be overwhelmed by the length and breadth of your Monday to-do list, but try taking a deep breath and organizing your tasks into manageable chunks. And don’t forget to move your body, Aquarius. That’s just as essential as your deadlines at the moment.

Pisces

February 19–March 20

Love, romance, and pleasure, oh my! The moon has dipped into your fifth house of joy, giving you sweet relief after a few emotionally astounding days. Now it’s time to accept the gifts the universe wants to give you, Pisces. So eat the candy, take a nap, and do only what feels good and easy.