Pisces, January 2016

In our monthly horoscopes, we provide a more in depth look at what's happening in the sky. You can read the rest of our monthly horoscopes here.

Happy New Year, Pisces! The month kicks off with Mercury entering chill and logical Air sign Aquarius on January 1, which will boost your already amazing psychic powers and inspire you spend some time alone—resting, reflecting, and in meditation. Mercury won't stay in Aquarius for very long: It will dip back into grounded Earth sign Capricorn on January 8 after Mercury turns retrograde on January 5.

People love to hate on Mercury retrograde, and, while it can be very annoying, it does offer some positives. While you're one of the most emo and quick to get weepy signs in the zodiac, Pisces, you love to focus on the good, so let's start there: Mercury retrograde will be fab for reconnecting with people—especially this time around, since Mercury will mostly be in Capricorn, activating the part of your chart that rules friendships)—and for reflecting on your dreams and wishes and reimagining your goals. Parties you previously felt left out of may now be open to you, and you may realize that you've grown out of the communities you once longed to be a part of.

You'll see things in a new light, and you'll have a chance to redo and catch up on some work that's been thrown on the back burner. Mercury retrograde is generally a shitty time to start new projects or to make agreements, and traveling or other important purchases should be avoided. But, Pisces, you can be superstitious enough as it is, so don't get too twisted up about it. Just make sure to look fly AF everyday during this retrograde (which ends on January 25) because you're going to run into everyone and their momma.

Warrior Mars enters fellow Water sign Scorpio on January 3, which will boost your drive to explore and see the world— I know, bad timing with Mercury retrograde starting on the 5th, but whatever. Scorpio is famous for its ability to impose its will, so you'll be getting great cosmic support around personal growth and expansion, even if there are a few Mercury retrograde hiccups. You have big things coming up for you in your career later in 2016, Pisces; before then, you have a lot of things to see, do, and learn. Themes involving exploration, travel, school, or any kind of intellectual pursuit will be mega blessed by Mars in Scorpio.

One of the tougher days this month is January 5. Not only will Mercury turn retrograde, but Mercury will also square Mars, creating a super argumentative and bitchy vibe. You'll notice this popping up in expected places, so it's best to be polite to everyone you run into today. People will also feel vulnerable today, with sweet Venus square foggy, confused Neptune, so don't expect anyone too have a good grasp on what's actually going down— people are deluded and weepy (which you can totally relate to, Pisces, no offense).

A new beginning in your social life comes during the New Moon in Capricorn on January 9, so watch what parties you're invited to and which friends call you up. This is also a very special New Moon around planting dreams and wishes you feel are too fantastic or unlikely to happen. There's no way of telling what the future could hold, and this New Moon in Capricorn, the sign of success, will bring you results above and beyond your expectations— but only if you give yourself a chance.

Some unexpected love will come to you in the realm of your professional or public life, when lovely Venus trines wild Uranus on January 12. Expect some good luck around your career and a boost in popularity. This is also a fab time to work out some financial issues—you'll find yourself surprised in a pleasant way!

The Sun in Capricorn trines your ruling planet, Jupiter, on January 13. Jupiter is currently hanging out in your opposite sign, Virgo, where it's highlighting the part of your chart that rules relationships, both romantic and nonromantic. January 13 will be awesome for all your partnerships— you'll feel confident and optimistic! This is also a great day to introduce some people you care about to your friends.

More good vibes will come your way on January 14, when the Sun meets Mercury, both in Capricorn. Yes, people will feel a little stubborn and even a bit flustered thanks to the retrograde; however, some interesting developments and realizations will occur in your relationships. Also on this day, Mercury will trine generous Jupiter, so people will be mega generous, and they'll want to partner with you in greater, deeper ways. Watch out for exaggerations, but hey— sometimes it's better to be around people who dream big, even if they can't always back it up, instead of grumpy pessimists.

January 18 brings a bit of tension and some guilt around overindulging when Venus squares the planet of overdoing, Jupiter. Venus can be a glutton, so when it's partnered with Jupiter in a stressful angle, things can get way overdone. Don't show off too much today, Pisces: It will bite you in the butt, both professionally and even in your relationships. A lazy vibe also comes on this day with Mars trine dreamy Neptune—moderation is your BFF today.

The Sun enters Aquarius on January 20, highlighting a private and introspective area of your birth chart. Aquarius is the genius of the zodiac, so get in touch with your inner wisdom by sending some time alone. Other people's noise really can cloud up your connection to your intuition. This is the time of the year for you to find peace and quiet (and to catch up on sleep)!

The balancing act you'll have to do between alone time and socializing will be intense, especially toward the end of the month, when Mercury meets with the planet of power, the lord of the underworld, Pluto on January 22 and January 30. These aspects will yield some super intense conversations and transformative experiences between you and your friends. Breakthroughs around how to achieve your wildest dreams will also come through. Lovely Venus enters Capricorn on January 23, highlighting this same part of your chart, so I have no doubts you will look fab and luxurious while all this powerful stuff goes down!

There's a Full Moon in Leo on January 23, which will also bring your focus to your mundane tasks— yeah, those! You Pisces people have a really easy time forgetting to do everyday things like waking up on time, brushing your teeth, blowing out your candles before going to bed— you know, things that keep you alive and well. If you've been neglecting some New Year's resolutions, this Full Moon will be a great time to give things another shot. Issues around health and wellness will also come up for your attention.

The month ends on a super dreamy and whimsical note with Venus in Capricorn sextile (a helpful astrological aspect) imaginative Neptune on January 30, creating some magic and fun in your social life. Jeez, so much of January is about your relationships! Connecting with others is a big themes for you this year, as is dreaming bigger and demanding better for yourself. See you next month, Pisces!