While the ancient tradition of numerology isn’t actually related to the more modern idea of angel numbers, the single digits often have parallels in terms of their meanings.

In the case of the number 1, Richardson says, this number is all about new things—new cycles, new beginnings, and bringing new experiences into your life.

Numerologist Kaitlyn Kaerhart echoes this point, previously telling mindbodygreen that seeing repeated ones in numerology signals a beginning is near, and that it’s a good time to “focus on innovation and creativity, embrace your independence, and go after what you want.”

The number 6, meanwhile, signifies a need for balance and beauty, according to Richardson. “It often comes up with clients when they need to increase their self-care or center and ground by focusing on themselves in healthy ways,” she previously told mindbodygreen, adding that this makes sense, because the number 6 can be very service-oriented, feeling a responsibility to others.