It’s time to step into your authenticity and show up for yourself. Taking the lead and finding the will to compete will always require a certain amount of courage, but your full moon horoscopes for October 2022 are giving you the green light! After all, this full moon is in Aries. Allow this bold and powerful lunation to bring you the clarity and momentum you need to move forward. What era of your life are you ready to transition out of? Celestially fueled by the brilliant spark of Mars in Gemini, this month’s full moon in Aries is here to open your mind to the infinite possibilities, and illuminate a brand-new path that lies ahead.

Governed by red-hot Mars—planet conflict and passion—the best way to understand the impenetrable essence of Aries is by acknowledging the fact that its cardinal fire is powerful enough to initiate an entire journey through the zodiac. And while fellow cardinal signs—Cancer, Libra, Capricorn—initiate new cycles of life, Aries’ fire sign qualities have everything to do with the magic of fertility. After all, the first day of Aries season is always the first day of spring! Looking at this fire sign in a literal way can also put things into perspective, so imagine the blatant audacity and fearlessness required for Aries legend, Lady Gaga, to rock that meat-covered dress at the 2010 VMAs. I digress… but I rest my case. Here’s what you should know about the upcoming full moon in Aries:

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The moon is symbolic of our intuition, inner foundation and shadow self, so when it reaches its full moon phase each month, it puts a spotlight on everything that’s been hidden from our conscious mind. Luna also sits directly across the sun during this time, highlighting what lacks balance between our inner and outer world. The emotional tides in our bodies also rise, which makes us more sensitive to our surroundings than usual. On a brighter note, the full moon can also be a time of celebration, culmination and completion.

The full moon in Aries will take place on October 9 at 4:54 p.m. ET.

This month’s full moon will take place on October 9 at 4:55 p.m. ET at exactly 16 degrees Aries. Sitting in close proximity to Chiron retrograde, what this lunation is illuminating could feel bittersweet given the wounded healer’s influence, but it’s not as bad as it looks. On the contrary, there are other aspects working in our favor, so don’t be discouraged. Naturally, anything involving Chiron has to do with a wound and/or emotional trigger we carry within ourselves… and in the case of Aries, this “trigger” relates to our personal autonomy.

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Related: These 4 Zodiac Signs Will Feel The October Full Moon The Most

Despite the discomfort that could come with confronting these vulnerabilities within ourselves, recognizing what they are and where they stem from brings us closer to our authentic nature, and individual truth. The good news is, the sun will be sitting alongside Venus in Libra, presenting us with an opportunity to share, connect and relate to those who genuinely have our best interest at heart. In other words, this is equivalent to your “when all else fails” moment, as you are being reminded of the support you have around you, whether you were aware of this or not.

This is especially significant to consider with Mars in Gemini, given that this transit is notorious for being fickle, distracted and overly analytical. So, opening up to your friends and family about what it is you’re personally going through can actually turn out to be quite rewarding—at least when it comes to getting genuine feedback. Keep in mind, Mars is also in harmony with Saturn retrograde and the sun, which helps us set ideas in motion and find our sense of direction, despite the sensory overload brought to you by Mars in Gemini.

Are you ready to speak up, and stand up for what you believe in? Read your full moon horoscope for your sun sign, moon sign and rising sign below. Hint: Think back to the new moon in Aries that took place back in April 2022. Your full-circle moment is now loading.

How The Full Moon In Aries Will Affect Your Zodiac Sign

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Aries

Happy full moon, Aries. Luna is gleaming brightly just for you, and though the influence of Chiron retrograde in your sign could have you feeling blue, you are being encouraged to confront and make peace with the thoughts that may have been burdening you. Recognizing the shadowy attributes of your perspective and combative nature can be both healing, and insightful. Fortunately, with the sun sitting alongside amicable Venus in your relationship sector, you have the support of your peers, friends and significant others now more than ever. Being self-aware is part of your strength, but it’s about time you acknowledged how brave and inspiring you are.

Read Your Full Aries Horoscope For October 2022

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Taurus

You’re finding the courage to confront what you’ve been sacrificing, Taurus. Luna will reach its peak in Aries, while sitting together with Chiron—via your subliminal 12th house of healing, closure and inhibitions—while Mars (its ruler) sizzles through your second house of money and personal gain. All in all, this lunation is putting a spotlight on everything from your financial burdens to the unconscious energies that have been bogging you down for way too long. Luckily, with the sun conjunct your ruler, Venus—via your sixth house of daily devotions and health routines—the cosmos is not only supporting you, but also reminding you to show yourself a little more love.

Read Your Full Taurus Horoscope For October 2022

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Gemini

You’re making a dazzling impression, so go on and take the lead, Gemini. The full moon will touch down in Aries, bringing closure and clarity to your socially conscious 11th house of community and future visions, while sitting alongside Chiron retrograde. And with the moon’s ruler, Mars, turning up the heat in your sign, themes surrounding your sense of belonging in the world are top of mind. In any case, this lunation is asking you to reflect on what’s been hindering you from confidently sharing your sparkling intellect, and being your most authentic self in the community. If not now, when? The sun is sitting alongside charming Venus, giving you all the more reason to celebrate your wins.

Read Your Full Gemini Horoscope For October 2022

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Cancer

In the words of Beyoncé, you dreamed it, you worked hard, now own it, Cancer. A fiery full moon will ignite your 10th house authority, bringing emotional emphasis and an overall sense of completion to energies surrounding your professional life, and reputation in the world. Granted, while sitting alongside Chiron, you may find yourself reminiscing on past burdens, or perhaps feeling inhibited in the public eye. However, this is where this lunation is urging you to confront your fears and insecurities, so you can rise above it and move forward. Mars’ journey through your secretive 12th house is also shedding light on what’s been hidden from your conscious mind, namely when it pertains to communications and exchanges in the workplace.

Read Your Full Cancer Horoscope For October 2022

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Leo

Keep your eyes on the prize, Leo. The moon will reach its peak of fullness in Aries—via your expansive ninth house of worldly pursuits—all while conjunct the wounded healer, Chiron, which is where things may feel bittersweet. For instance, with the moon’s ruler, Mars, sizzling through Gemini and your 11th house of community affairs and future visions, this lunation is putting a spotlight on what’s been hindering you from stepping into your fullest potential, and taking the necessary risks. Maybe it’s a belief system or an outdated philosophy; the good news is, with the sun and Venus dazzling through Libra—your immediate environment—you’re being encouraged to connect and collaborate with your peers for support, and validation.

Read Your Full Leo Horoscope For October 2022

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Virgo

Has there been an equal amount of give and take within your intimate unions, Virgo? There will be a revelatory full moon in Aries touching down on your eighth house of mergers, mutual gains and energetic exchanges, while sitting alongside Chiron retrograde. During this time, you’re being called to confront the connections and commitments that no longer resonate with you, in order for you to set yourself free. These residual energies could have something to do with your authority figures, or professional employers/colleagues that aren’t respectful of your boundaries. Fortunately, with the sun conjunct Venus in Libra, you’re being reminded of your talents, abilities and owning up to your self-worth in the process.

Read Your Full Virgo Horoscope For October 2022

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Libra

Be honest with yourself, Libra. After all, with this Mars-ruled full moon activating your relationship sector, all while its ruler lights up your ninth house of worldviews, you could be coming to terms with the fact that you and a significant other aren’t necessarily on the same page. Naturally, the moon’s close proximity to Chiron retrograde could feel emotionally heavy, but instead of sweeping things under the rug, you’re being encouraged to speak up and stand up for what you believe in, while others of you learn to hold space for your partner’s unique perspective. Could be vice versa, but what’s fair is what, right? The sun is conjunct Venus in your sign, making harmony top of mind.

Read Your Full Libra Horoscope For October 2022

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Scorpio

Call back your energy, and take a chill pill, Scorpio. The moon will peak in Aries, while alongside Chiron, via your sixth house of daily rituals, work routines and health habits. What’s the rush? Are you in some sort of race? If you’ve been overworking yourself and taking on too many responsibilities, this lunation will step into make it known. After all, with the moon’s ruler, Mars, lighting up your eighth house of intimate unions, you’re more than likely prioritizing acts of service, as opposed to tending to your own garden. Meanwhile, the sun and Venus are partaking in some sweet R&R via your 12th house of solitude, so what are you waiting for?

Read Your Full Scorpio Horoscope For October 2022

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Sagittarius

Express yourself, Sagittarius. This is especially true with a fiery moon lighting up your fifth house of love, passion projects and performance, but while alongside Chiron retrograde, you may find yourself feeling more reluctant to take the extroverted route. Could this have something to do with a friend, partner and/or work colleague? With Mars (the moon’s ruler) sizzling through your relationship sector, you could be extra preoccupied with competition or petty gossip… and if this happens to be what’s inhibiting you, the full moon will be sure to point it out. On a brighter note, the sun and Venus will be dazzling your 11th house of community, so find your soul tribe and tell the haters to kick rocks.

Read Your Full Sagittarius Horoscope For October 2022

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Capricorn

Things may or may not be running smoothly at home, but this doesn’t mean it’s solely up to you to make things right, Capricorn. The moon will peak in Aries, while alongside Chiron retrograde, via your fourth house of family matters and emotional foundations. Are there emotional burdens resurfacing from your past? The moon also rules your relationship sector, so chances are you may be more argumentative—perhaps even about petty details—thanks to the influence of Mars. That said, if work routines are becoming an issue, or perhaps getting in the way of your personal life, it may be time for a change. Luckily, the sun and Venus in Libra are fully supportive of your decision.

Read Your Full Capricorn Horoscope For October 2022

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Aquarius

If you’re prioritizing the way you’re being perceived by the people around you, then you’re simply not being authentically yourself, Aquarius. For instance, the full moon will touch down in Aries—via your third house of communication and immediate surroundings—all while making a conjunction to Chiron retrograde. Is something or someone in your inner circle making you feel insecure? With the moon’s ruler, Mars, sizzling through Gemini, you could be hyper-focusing on the petty gossip, or the small talk surrounding you. This could be the result of a decision you made recently, but you’re in luck as the sun conjunct Venus is fully supportive of your unique belief systems, which encourages you to open up and share your thoughts.

Read Your Full Aquarius Horoscope For October 2022

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Pisces

You’re recognizing your worth, and prioritizing your value, Pisces. Be with regards to your source(s) of income and/or what brings you emotional fulfillment, you’re being encouraged to speak your truth, and ask for what you deserve without guilt or shame. As it is, the moon rules your fifth house of celebration, which means you probably earned it. However, given that it will conjunct Chiron retrograde—via your second house of comfort, money and stability—all while its ruler (Mars) sizzles through your family sector, you could come to find that you’re repeating patterns from your past, or feeling burdened to meet the expectations of your upbringing. The sun conjunct Venus says to lean on your S.O. for support, love and validation.

Read Your Full Pisces Horoscope For October 2022

In the U.S., reaching 65 is synonymous with becoming Medicare-eligible. Medicare is a national health insurance program started in 1965. It was created and administered by the U.S. government and is funded mainly by payroll taxes.

At its inception, “Original Medicare” covered hospital stays (Part A) and other expenses like doctor fees (Part B). Over the years, Congress added additional Medicare components:

• Part C – Also known as “Medicare Advantage,” private insurers provide Parts A, B and D coverage according to government regulations.
• Part D – Covers prescription drug costs. Private companies provide this benefit.

This brief description is but the tip of the iceberg. There is a lot more information you need to know to be a savvy Medicare beneficiary.

Is Medicare Mandatory?

Most of us have increasing medical needs as we age, so it makes sense to have health insurance. The U.S. government thinks so, too. Therefore, Medicare sign-up is mandatory. In addition, private health insurers depend on their policyholders 65 and older signing up for Medicare, so the insurers don’t have to cover 100% of health claims.

Should I Sign Up for Medicare?

The answers to these four questions can serve as a guide in determining if you should sign-up for Medicare.

1. Have you turned 65? If so, most people need to sign up for Medicare Parts A and B. However, there are some exceptions.
2. Are you 65, still working, and covered by an employer health plan? If not, you would be required to sign up for Parts A and B. Otherwise, go to Question 3.
3. How many employees for the employer providing health insurance? If it is under 20 employees, signing up for Parts A and B is required at age 65. For organizations with 20 or more employees, go to Question 4.
4. Does the employer’s health plan meet or exceed what Medicare provides? If not, you must sign up for Original Medicare (Parts A and B). On the other hand, if the health insurance plan DOES meet Medicare requirements, it provides “creditable coverage.” This means you can put off signing up for Medicare until employer coverage no longer applies.

How Do I Sign Up?

Most people don’t know that signing up for social security benefits also serves as enrollment for Medicare Part A and Part B. Otherwise, you can either click this link to Medicare.gov and follow the prompts for more information or call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213.

When Do I Sign Up for Medicare?

Initial Enrollment Period

This is a seven-month period that begins three months before the month of turning 65.

Special Enrollment Period

You may not sign up during the Initial Enrollment Period because you are covered under employer health insurance. The Special Enrollment Period lasts for eight months after employer coverage ends.

General Enrollment Period

This is for those who did not sign up for Medicare during the Initial Enrollment Period and are not eligible for a Special Enrollment Period. The General Enrollment Period occurs between January 1 through March 31 each year, with coverage starting on July 1 of that year.

Part D Enrollment

Medicare Part D covers prescription medications, but it is optional, unlike Parts A and B. However, sign-up occurs during regular Medicare Initial Enrollment or General Enrollment if you choose to have this coverage. Note that prescription drug coverage can also be obtained through Medicare Advantage Plans (see below), which have their own enrollment period.

Enrollment in Medicare Advantage Plans

Also known as Part C, private health insurers “bundle” Parts A, B and D according to Medicare rules. Enrollment for these plans occurs annually from January 1 – March 31. Beneficiaries with a Medicare Advantage Plan can switch to a different one or change to Original Medicare during this time.

What If I Don’t Sign Up?

There are penalties for not signing up for Medicare on time. The list can be found at Medicare.gov.

What Does Medicare Cost?

Medicare Part B and Part D both have monthly premium costs, but Part A does not. Also, Medicare coverage has deductibles, copays and coinsurance. Details for all of these costs can also be found at Medicare.gov. Medicare Advantage Plans have their own pricing policies.

One of the problems of Original Medicare (Parts A and B) is no limit on out-of-pocket expenses. These “gaps” in coverage can be expensive. As a result, private insurance companies offer Medicare Supplement Insurance, otherwise known as Medigap coverage. These plans have extra premiums on top of other Medicare premiums but help fill in some of the gaps. Note that Medigap is only available to supplement Original Medicare and cannot be used with Medicare Advantage Plans.

Some people cannot afford Medicare’s premiums, deductibles, copays or coinsurance. However, several programs are available to help pay these costs, like Medicaid, the Medicare Savings Program and the Extra Help program that helps with Part D prescription drug expenses.

Medicare is an excellent program for those over 65, but it can be complicated. Hopefully, this brief introduction throws some light on a complex subject. Look for my future blog posts on Sixty and Me for even more valuable details about Medicare. For an even deeper dive, check out my Medicare eBook at Cantissimo Senior Living.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

Are you near 65? Have you looked into Medicare and which part of it will work for you? Have you already signed up for Medicare? What issues did you encounter and how did you resolve them?

Therapy at 60 can seem a bit
daunting. There’s a lot of life to talk about. Yet I’ve seen many older people delve
into emotional struggles quite successfully.

Yet therapy might not seem needed to
someone whose life looks perfect. “It’s my time to enjoy life. I wouldn’t
change a thing.” Maybe that’s true. If so, that’s wonderful.

But it’s also true that perfect-seeming
can be far from perfect.

Perfectly Hidden Depression

I’ve been researching what I term perfectly hidden depression (PHD) for several years. If that phrase
brings you relief, or intrigues you, then you may be someone whose secrets have
been hidden by a perfect-looking life.

If you’ve never been able to turn off
a nagging voice of self-criticism and shame, if you don’t know how to connect
with painful emotions, or believe that if your true feelings were known, you’d
lose others’ respect, then you might far too easily identify with PHD.

There are many reasons to break your
silence.

The Outside Doesn’t Match the Inside

The pressure you can feel is immense.
You can’t ever let anyone down because you’re only as important and successful
as your last project.

No matter that you get more tired
than you used to or you’re grieving friends that have died, you have to be the
penultimate grandmother, the consummate advocate for whatever cause you’ve
taken up.

You can be surrounded by friends,
involved in a job or multiple activities where you’re highly engaged – and no
one would look at you and believe you might be hiding shame, anxiety, or fatigue.

Even if you tried to tell them,
they’d likely say, “What, you? You’re the epitome of what every woman wants to
be at 60.” Your own loneliness – knowing that
no one knows the real you – could easily lead to despair.

Are You a Marie?

Let’s talk about Marie. She was 62
when she walked into my office.

I’d met Marie socially many times in
my hometown in Arkansas. When anyone spoke of her, her multiple accomplishments
were touted – having a highly successful legal career; building a non-profit support
program for young mothers with substance abuse issues; creating a loving family
and a network of great friends; even surviving the early death of her husband.

Everyone knew her as a fighter, a
brave heart – someone who cared and who could
influence other people to do the same.

She sat, smiling, in front of me, and
said, “I’ve heard you’re pretty direct.”

I laughed. “Yes, I have that
reputation.”

“Well that’s what I need. Because I
don’t understand, when I have so many blessings in my life, why I feel this
dread. Yes, I’ve had some health issues. But I’m okay now. It’s as if I can never
do enough. I feel panicked that I’m still trying to prove myself. And yet, I
know I have already proven myself. Why can’t I let up?”

When I asked about her past, she looked
away for a second, and then looked back. “I promised myself I’d be honest with you
today. But it’s very hard.”

An hour later, there were tears in
her eyes as she got up to leave. She’d been vulnerable and real. She’d realized
she’d always failed to earn her demanding mother’s love or her absentee
father’s attention.

The coping strategy that she’d
devised to handle her childhood pain, to be extremely accomplished and always
look in control, was now escalating into panic as she grew older. She began to
glimpse the damage done that she’d never allowed anyone, perhaps not even herself,
to see.

Self-compassion began in that hour.
“That’s what my constantly trying to ‘do more’ has meant, hasn’t it? Oh my
gosh. I want to stop. But I don’t know another way.”

What It All Means –
for You

Like Marie, you can choose to risk stirring that pot – to look into the recesses of your heart and mind for hurt and grief that you’ve had “no time for,” and to challenge the rigid rules that still govern you.

Because it is your time. It’s
time for freedom from shame.

It’s time to give yourself the gift
of vulnerability.

And it’s time for genuine
self-acceptance.

If you wonder where you might be on the spectrum of perfectly hidden depression, take this questionnaire.

If you want to delve deeper and understand how PHD might be affecting your life, you can read more on the topic in Perfectly Hidden Depression: How to Break Free from the Perfectionism that Masks Your Depression.

And if you’re looking for a therapist, why not check out Better Help’s online matching service. It’s always a good idea to have someone empathetic to share your burden.

Let’s Have a Conversation:

How often do you mask your true
feelings so you can appear perfect to the people around you? How often do you
find time for yourself? Are you hiding unresolved pain? Is your
perfectly-looking life too stressful? Please take a moment to share in the
comments below.

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It’s all about the pout these days, and though duck lips seem to be a thing of the past, plump lips are here to stay. If you’re not into lip fillers or tingling glosses, there’s an easy way to make your lips appear fuller—and Hailey Bieber is showing us the ropes.

Overlining lips isn’t new, but finding new more natural-looking ways to do it is. Lucky for you (and us), Hailey revealed the exact lip liner she likes to use when she’s in a rush and doesn’t have much time to do her makeup. She has posted multiple TikTok videos showing her makeup routine, and front and center was Make Up For Ever’s eye, lip & brow pencil. Did we mention it has a 25 percent discount—along with everything else on the brand’s site—during the sitewide friends and family sale? The sale runs through October 16, so don’t wait any longer to stock up on Hailey’s coveted lip liner.

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“I like anything that’s multi-use, I feel like I’ve said that before. It just gets me,” Mrs. Bieber says in the TikTok. “But in this instance, I’m using it for my lips so I can overline them like I always do.” In the video, you can see Hailey lining the edges of her lips and overlining at the top of them. She says she follows her natural shape for the most part, except for the cupid’s bow area in the center where both of the arches meet.

Now that the cat’s out of the bag, we know what we’ll be shopping for next. We can’t wait to discover all of the ways to use Hailey’s fave multifunctional pencil.

RELATED: Hailey Bieber Uses an Under-$30 Concealer That’s Like a ‘Lightbulb For Your Skin’ 

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Though the product name says you can apply this formula to your eyes, lips and brows, there are actually even more uses for it. Dab it on your cheeks for a hint of blush or contour your cheekbones with precision. This all-in-one pencil lets you create pretty much any look. 

Each of the 16 shades is super pigmented and has a matte finish. They glide on like butter and blend easily. The best part about reaching for a pencil rather than a powder or lipstick is that it allows you to have much more control over where you place product.

It might be hard to decide which shade to shop for, but the exact one Hailey uses in her TikTok tutorial is Anywhere Caffeine, which is currently available and on sale at Make Up For Ever.

“Wherever Walnut has been a go-to lip liner for years. I am obsessed with it!” raved another five-star reviewer. “It is the perfect nude! Not too brown, not too pink. It glides on perfectly, has amazing staying power, and the pencil is perfect and you have great control while applying it.”

For a plump pout like Hailey’s, stock up on Make Up For Ever’s multi-use liner while it’s on sale for a limited time. And while you’re at it, another Hailey Bieber-approved product by the brand is marked down.

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Mrs. Bieber loves to pack on blush, as seen in this TikTok. It looks like she opted for a deep berry shade from the HD Skin All-in-One Face Palette, which is down to $64.

Keep scrolling for more of Hailey’s faves to get the complete effortless makeup look that she is known for.

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To complete her lip look after the liner, Hailey applied this rosy-hued lip treatment. The formula contains avocado oil and vitamin E to deliver moisture, while a multi-peptide complex makes lips appear full and firm. You get a touch of shine, a sheer coat of color and no more dry lips. Plus, it’s 20 percent off on Amazon right now!

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For wide-awake eyes, Mrs. Bieber swipes on Kosas’ Revealer Concealer, which is another multipurpose product. Not only is it an under-eye concealer, but it also functions as an eye cream and a spot treatment thanks to the formula’s skincare ingredients. Dark circles and blemishes, be gone!