Wolf Moon 2022: the First Full Moon of the Year is Here
The Wolf Moon of 2022 will occur on January 17 at 6:48 p.m. EST. It’s the first Full Moon of the year in its home sign of sensitive, nurturing Cancer.
Why Is It Called the Wolf Moon?
According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, it’s thought that January’s Full Moon came to be known as the Wolf Moon because wolves were more likely to be heard howling at this time. It was traditionally believed that wolves howled due to hunger during winter, but we know today that wolves howl for different reasons. Howling and other wolf vocalizations are generally used to define territory, locate pack members, reinforce social bonds, and coordinate hunting.
The Cosmic Weather Report
Even though we are in the calendar new year, the overall energy of January is still very much about taking a step back, going within, and wrapping things up. Both Mercury and Venus are in retrograde at the time of this Full Moon, so it is only natural that things are slowing down. It takes time to upgrade the system to the next level. I always think of Mercury retrograde as software upgrade process on a smart phone.
Just think about how many times you need to upgrade software on your phone or computer to ensure it performs at its highest capacity? We are actually doing exactly the same thing when Mercury is in retrograde: we are updating and upgrading our lives so we can function better.
Full Moon in Cancer
This Full Moon is happening in sensitive, nurturing Cancer. It’s at home in Cancer and illuminates the deep-seated desire to focus on our emotional needs first and foremost. Cancer is right opposite Capricorn in the Zodiac belt. It represents our foundation in life, our home, our roots, our family of origin.
The stronger the foundation, the more we can accomplish in the world, and get faster to this Capricorn 10th house of achievement and recognition. The overall energy of January is just perfect for focusing on re-evaluating and re-building our foundation from the ground up.
Moon – Pluto Opposition
The lord of the underworld, Pluto, is coupled up with the Sun in Capricorn, making a tense opposition to the Moon in Cancer.
Pluto rules over what is buried and hidden, power struggles, our deepest, darkest secrets.
All this grief, loss and disappointment we have experienced in the past couple of years needs to be purged and released. This is a deeply personal process. We all manage grief and loss in our own unique way. Healing of the past wounds requires time. Be patient with yourself. Allow yourself to fully heal and restore.
This Wolf Moon can bring to the surface some deepest, darkest feelings in us, thanks to Pluto’s involvement, such as jealousy, possessiveness, manipulation, and obsession. Things can get really intense. Some serious drama could play out here.
Try not to act impulsively when triggered. Channel this energy through some soul searching activities: read a thought-provoking book, watch a gripping movie, visit a trusted therapist.
Focus on your inner strength.
The power is always with the one who acts, not reacts.
This statement is especially relevant at the time of this Full Moon. Since our emotions are heavily triggered, it’s vital to make sure we are not in the reactive mode. Don’t forget that both Mercury and Venus are in retrograde at this time, which means we don’t have all information. Step back, take a breath, go within. Don’t jump the gun, as you may massively regret it later.
Before we dive in, be sure to check your Ascendant, Moon and Sun signs to get a full picture. When you read a horoscope for your Sun sign only, you only get a glimpse of what’s in store for your personal and professional life. Your Sun sign (related to the day you were born) might be an important component of your identity, but it’s only a small fraction of the whole story. Very often, your Ascendant (or Rising sign) is the most accurate representation of you as an individual, as it rules your first house of the self and therefore has the biggest impact on your personal horoscope.
The Moon sign represents your emotional and psychological imprint and is worth checking out as well, especially if your primary focus at present is on matters of the heart. (Related article: Big 3 in Your Birth Chart: Why It Is Crucial for Unlocking Your Destiny)
Wolf Moon 2022 – What’s in Store Aries
This Wolf Moon is activating your 4th house of foundation, home, roots and family of origin. You may feel drawn to staying at home and spending more time with your family at this time. Trust your intuition on that. It is a very favourable time to resolve any family conflicts or arguments.
What’s in Store for Taurus
This Full Moon in Cancer is activating the 3rd house of your chart. Excellent time to re-evaluate your involvement with your local neighborhood, siblings, schoolmates, and extended family. You might feel a strong urge to go back to school or start a training in a new field.
What’s in Store for Gemini
This Wolf Moon is activating your 2nd house of income, personal possessions and values. There might be a significant shift in your income. You may have to re-evaluate the way you are currently making the living. Perhaps it’s time to let go of the old ways of earning money and start thinking about new potential streams of income.
What’s in Store for Cancer
This is your Full Moon of the year, dear Cancer. It is happening in your 1st house of the self. It is a big deal. You might go through an identity crisis of some sort. You may feel like now is the time to let go of the ‘old you’ and start working on your brand new image. A full makeover, perhaps? You may feel the need to let go of old belief systems, thinking patterns, or even addictions that are no longer serving your highest good. A major overhaul of your entire lifestyle and self-image is on the horizon for sure.
What’s in Store for Leo
This Wolf Moon is illuminating the most hidden part of your horoscope. 12th house rules over subconscious, intuition, psychic realms and isolation, among other things. This lunation is helping you release what’s no longer serving your highest good.
Reflection and meditation can be especially beneficial. You may experience some profound dreams, so dream journaling is highly recommended around the time of this Full Moon.
Wolf Moon 2022 – What’s in Store for Virgo
This Full Moon in Cancer is activating your 11th house of social connections, networking, social media and friendships. Excellent time to re-evaluate and perhaps let go of some social connections both online and offline that no longer resonate with your vision for the future.
What’s in Store for Libra
This Wolf Moon is happening in the 10th house of your horoscope, activating matters of social status, public image, and achievements.
You might feel increased pressure at work. This is the highest point in your chart. It may leave you feeling vulnerable and exposed at this time. Be sure not to overwork yourself to avoid any burnouts. Excellent time to re-evaluate your public image. Perhaps you will decide to let go of your current career path and start contemplating on some new career endeavours.
What’s in Store for Scorpio
Scorpio, this Full Moon in Cancer is all about shifting your overall outlook on life, religious and political views. Perhaps you will start thinking about travelling again. This lunation can activate a strong desire to explore foreign lands, customs and traditions. You may feel a strong urge to go back to a meditation class you used to attend in the past. Go for it! Reconnecting with your higher self is especially favoured at this time.
What’s in Store for Sagittarius
This lunation is happening in the 8th house – one of the most challenging houses of your chart. You may feel a strong desire for a radical transformation of some sort. Be extra mindful when it comes to financial matters, especially anything to do with loans, taxes and shared resources.
Great time to visit a trusted therapist to work on any psychological issues that might get activated at this time. It will certainly help release and purge what’s no longer serving your highest good.
What’s in Store for Capricorn
The Full Moon in Cancer is activating your 7th house of partnerships, marriage, public and legal matters. It can illuminate an ending of some sort – the ending of a relationship, business partnership, marriage or your single status. Don’t resist this change. Whatever happens, remember it’s all leading up to your destiny.
Wolf Moon 2022 – What’s in Store for Aquarius
This lunation is activating your 6th house of day-to-day work, routines and health-related matters. Excellent time to overhaul your diet and exercise regime. Letting go of any addictions and unhealthy habits is especially favoured at this time. Stay away from any drama in your workplace. Your energy will be much better spent on re-organising your workspace rather than engaging in power struggles with your co-workers and higher ups.
What’s in Store for Pisces
This Full Moon is happening in one of the most exciting sectors of your chart. It is activating your 5th house fun, creative hobbies, love, romance and children. It’s time to get your creative juices flowing. Step back and hit reset button if you are feeling creatively stuck. Now is an excellent opportunity to pick up your favourite hobby that you may have put a side due to your busy schedule. Trust your intuition and go for it.
If you have children, it’s time to focus on them. Spend more time with your kids. Pay close attention to their emotional well-being. You can make significant progress by helping them heal the past and re-focus their energy on the present
Check where this transit falls in your Birth Chart. The house and any personal planets activated by this transit will play a significant role in your personal and professional life.
Use this free Birth Chart calculator to create your Natal Chart in case you haven’t had a chance to get it yet.
N.B.: Remember that it’s ideal to have your EXACT time of birth on hand. Use 12 p.m. noon if you have no way to get this information. The best option, of course, is to get a personal reading with a professional astrologer who can provide birth-time rectification. Birth time and birthplace are crucial pieces of information for your Natal Chart, as they determine the unique position of the houses and planets that can help you understand transits and their impact on your personal journey.
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