June 26th – July 2nd

by Sonja Francis | Jun 25, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Be Open & Courageous 

This week’s headline items: Neptune in Pisces remains exalted all week; the first Quarter Moon in Libra becomes exact early on Monday; Mercury changes signs from Gemini to Cancer late Monday evening; Neptune comes to a halt to start its yearly 5-month Retrograde phase on Friday late afternoon.

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Wednesday early morning (for 36 minutes), Friday late morning (for 49 minutes), and Sunday late morning (for almost 4 hours).

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Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, June 26th:

Monday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day. It will journey there until Wednesday early morning. The energy of the Libra Moon helps us be naturally courteous and diplomatic; we are more polite at this time as we seek the approval of others. This Moon placement also starts the build-up towards the first Quarter Moon (exact in the very early morning).

Monday at 3:50am EDT, the first Quarter Moon in 4.5 degrees of Libra becomes exact. We started to feel this aspect build from the moment the Moon entered Libra Sunday evening. The Moon, in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, makes a challenging aspect to the Sun in protective, nurturing Cancer.

We feel compelled to take action. Last week saw the New Moon on June 17/18th. “Seeds” planted then are probably “sprouting” by now — and making first real contact with the outside world. This is, therefore, a time to stretch and grow — and create some forward momentum. We may feel anxious or unusually busy.

As best as you can, go one breath at a time. Allow for changes, remain flexible (as much as possible), and find creative solutions for your day-to-day dealings with others.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 2-7 degrees of Libra, Cancer, Aries or Capricorn? If so, you will feel the effects of this first Quarter Moon more strongly than otherwise. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer). 

Monday early morning, a challenging Mars/Uranus aspect becomes exact at 5:23am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday evening (June 20th) on, and it will remain strong until Saturday (July 1st).

Think back to late July/early August of last year, when Mars and Uranus were conjunct in Taurus: what seeds got planted back then? And what adjustments are needed to move those plans forward?

This aspect asks us to get in touch with our desires and break away from anything that is holding us back. Passions and anger that we may not even know we had may emerge at this time.

Uranus urges us to let go of our past values and focus on a better future. We may feel restless and impatient; we can be very demanding and difficult to please. We tend to feel like progress is too slow, and we are tired of waiting. This could be an explosive time, as our inner child wants what it wants, while outer “reality” demands we change course.

On the other hand, if you are the kind of person that doesn’t go in for asserting themselves, this is an excellent time to try it out. Do your best not to burn all your bridges, though, especially with any males in your family or like-minded people that you value. We may also experience an awakening of sorts in regard to our sexuality.

Accidents are unusually likely (though not inevitable), especially if our levels of activity and energy are erratic; to prevent this, stay as grounded as possible and keep breathing! Flexibility and open-mindedness are always helpful but are especially important now. Watch out for prideful moments (when your ego feels bruised)!

Notice when you are digging your heels in about something; this is usually a sign that you have some underlying anxiety about something else; again, take a deep breath, get centered in your body, close your eyes and focus on your third eye.

Ask yourself: What am I afraid of happening? How might I channel this restless energy into projects that are asking for progress? How might I channel or just burn off all this erratic energy? What kind of exercise might be an energetic match? Where am I stagnating? Where am I able to risk something?

Do you have your Ascendant or personal planets in 18-25 degrees of Leo, Taurus, Aquarius, or Scorpio? If so, you will feel the effects of this aspect more strongly than otherwise. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries or Aquarius (Mars is the ruler of Aries; Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius)

Monday late afternoon, a somewhat challenging Mercury/Pluto aspect (in 29º of Gemini/Capricorn) becomes exact at 5:07pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Sunday evening (June 25th) on, and it will remain strong until Tuesday evening (June 27th). This aspect operates more on an internal level. We feel uneasy about something, awkward, and need to make a choice — so we need to develop inner awareness.

Our compulsive side may lead us down a path that evades rational understanding. Our judgments — of circumstances, ourselves, and others — can be so extreme during this aspect that we can’t seem to make intelligent and consistent progress in our life for the three days it is in effect.

As best as you can, strive to be more trusting and less strict with yourself for these three days. Surrender to whatever you are experiencing right now: It is temporary  

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 28-29 degrees of Gemini, Capricorn, or 0 degrees of Cancer, or Aquarius? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Scorpio (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio).

Monday at 8:24pm EDT, Mercury moves from curious, quick-witted Gemini into protective, nurturing Cancer. It will journey there until July 10/11th. During this cycle, we are more sensitive to our surroundings, especially when listening and taking in information.

We also have more sympathy for the suffering of others. On the other hand, we have less objectivity, as emotions are always involved in our interactions with others; this could also mean we end up taking things more personally than we really need to — perhaps even to the extent that we start feeling sorry for ourselves.

As best as you can, remember to ask yourself: Is this really about me?

This is particularly true if you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini or Virgo. You will feel a stronger need to connect with family or the people in your life that feel familiar and safe. You may also feel the need to talk about the past and work through past conditioning. If you are a Cancer Sun-sign or Rising-sign, you will be more chatty for the next 2 weeks.

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Tuesday, June 27th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day (see Monday for details).

Tuesday morning, we have an opportunity to connect with others and collaborate in a completely authentic and self-expressed way. It’s time to create some joyful connections: What collaborations are calling out to us at this time? How might they bring us joy? (Moon in Libra sextiles Venus in Leo, exact at 6:56am EDT) 

Tuesday late morning, we become more aware that we need to find a balance between two very different energies — on the one hand, taking a compassionate approach towards our personal goals while being assertive in the world — and on the other hand, our need to connect and collaborate with others.

Ask yourself: what if taking a compassionate approach towards myself actually made for more fulfilling connections with others? (Moon in Libra opposes Chiron in Aries, exact at 9:22am EDT)

Tuesday early afternoon calls for some inner adjustments, as we feel uneasy or awkward and need to make a choice. Making this choice demands we develop inner awareness around two very different urges:

On the one hand, we want to innovate in the area of our values (and maybe also have some financial breakthroughs); on the other hand, the feel the need to attend to our one-on-one relationships, supporting them (and perhaps collaborating). (Moon in Libra quincunxes Uranus in Taurus, exact at 12:58pm EDT) 

Tuesday afternoon provides an opportunity to connect with others for collaboration and to go after projects that allow us to be authentic and self-expressed. (Moon in Libra sextiles the Mars in Leo, exact at 2:26pm EDT)

Wednesday, June 28th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra until 4:55am EDT (see Monday for details).

Wednesday early morning, at 4:19am EDT, we enter a brief Moon VoC that will last for 36 minutes until 4:55am EDT. Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments and find creative ways to work with the energies at play: On the one hand, as best as you can, collaborate with others and play nice, on the other hand, be authentic and truthful about what you want to build long-term.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Wednesday early morning ahead of time. 

Wednesday at 4:55am EDT, the Moon moves into passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio, where it will journey until Friday late morning. Emotional authenticity is extremely important to us at this time; anything less than 100% emotional honesty could be perceived as flat-out dishonest. Once we feel safe trusting someone, we want to merge with them, preferably forever… as long as our trust is never betrayed.

The Moon in Scorpio urges us to uncover our own power. It does so through subtraction — it urges us to let go of whatever disempowers us. This makes it an excellent time to look at “old” fears, limiting habits, or emotional attachments, especially those stemming from past traumas.

The Moon in Scorpio tends to run right over ambiguity — it’s “in or out”, “with us or against us”, “love me or leave me”, etc. It can therefore be stormy — a cold winter storm, or a torrid tropical storm of passion, depending on how we “work” the energies.

Manipulation and paranoia are the lower vibrations of this placement, so as best you can, be straightforward — act in good faith and assume it in others. Best of all, be truly present to the fluctuations of your feelings — no matter if they’re “polite” or “timely”. Feelings aren’t facts, but they are information — and heeding them will help you embrace all of who you are.

Know thyself — and love thyself — you shall be set free. Remember: Love connects us to the Power within; Fear causes “Force” to show up — and that’s ultimately what disempowers us and others.

Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio — and it is currently transiting through Capricorn, making this a great time to transform our relationship to authority (inner and outer). It’s also an optimal time to dig deeper into any unfinished processes in connection with our Soul Purpose.

We are invited to transform what doesn’t feel emotionally authentic and make deeper alliances with people, places, or things that bring us closer to an empowered experience — one where we can feel passionate about what we are building out there in the world.

Ask yourself: What has been my biggest “SHOULD” since Pluto entered Capricorn in 2008? Am I ready to make choices that are not based on “shoulds”? What would that look like?

What would I like to build out there in the world and leave behind as a legacy? What feels emotionally authentic and empowering to me? To others? To society? What is realistic? What will time do?

Use this time to create deeper, more empowering emotional connections to your long-term goals, especially if you are feeling a disconnect with the current ones. Remember: Love expands us, others, and life. Fear paralyzes!

Wednesday late evening, a harmonious Sun/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 9:43pm EDT. We start to feel this aspect build from Sunday night (June 25th) on; it will be strong until this Saturday night. Commitment and discipline are the keys to understanding our heart’s desires and our emotional needs right now. We face life on life’s terms and feel up to doing so (especially when it comes to our own inner knowing and our emotionally safe connections to others).

Ask yourself: What might become possible if I surrounded my long-term plans with 5% more intuitive and caring self-expression?

We can also bring a more mature approach to exploring our “inner baby” – the most vulnerable, non-verbal part of ourselves.

How might a supportive “inner parent” help our “inner baby”? How might taking a more realistic and practical approach to our intuitive connection to all of life help us feel safe?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 4-10 degrees of Cancer, Pisces, or Scorpio? Or your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Capricorn (the Sun rules Leo; Saturn rules Capricorn)? If either of those is true, you can expect to be more blessed by this aspect.

Thursday, June 29th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio all day (see Wednesday early morning for details).

Thursday early morning, a harmonious Venus/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 4:41am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build last Saturday (June 24th); it will remain strong until next Tuesday morning (July 4th). This heightens compassion and understanding and helps heal some wounds from the past. We also get a chance to engage in a humorous way about our own flaws and insecurities.

Ask yourself: What role that I identify with needs my love and understanding? What might change if I showed 5% more compassion toward my insecurities? What if I decided to take a more innocent approach to my own healing process? What if I celebrated my flaws, idiosyncrasies, and insecurities?

What if my personal limitations were my main drivers for taking creative approaches and expressing myself with more care and compassion? 

We are more willing to be open and courageous, trusting that the other person has our best interest at heart; we also more easily see beauty in human weaknesses rather than fault — it’s a strong time for seeing potential in one another. What potential do you see?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 17-23 degrees of Leo, Aries, or Sagittarius? If so, you are more blessed by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra).

Thursday late afternoon, we are invited to make some inner adjustments: we feel uneasy or awkward and need to make a choice — a choice that demands we develop inner awareness around two very different urges: On the one hand, we have the urge to go deeper and connect with others; on the other hand, we are more aware of triggers and limitations connected to old childhood wounds.

As best as you can, be compassionate and understanding with yourself when feelings of anger come up (and even if shame follows expressions of that anger). Ask yourself: How might 5% more compassion support my relationship with myself and others today? (Moon in Scorpio quincunxes Chiron in Aries, exact at 4:56pm EDT) 

Thursday evening, we are invited to examine our relationship to money, power, and resources (personal and shared). Ask yourself: How can I balance my need for a deeper, more empowered experience with others against my wish to honor my personal values and desire for freedom? (Moon in Scorpio opposes Uranus in Taurus, exact at 8:22pm EDT) 

Friday, June 30th:

Friday, the Moon remains in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio until 10:59am EDT (see Wednesday early morning for details).

Friday, very early morning, a harmonious Mercury/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 2:24am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Wednesday evening on; it will remain strong until Saturday evening. This aspect helps us to come from a place of integrity and commitment. We can set aside unrealistic views and make concrete, practical plans that help us better understand our interconnectivity with life and the cosmos.

We get to the point with no wasted time or words. Looking to build solid, truthful foundations for our current spiritual journey, we speak our divine truth and temper it with intuitive caution and moderation. 

The reality of our spiritual connections gets clearer, and our thought processes are better aligned with what feels truly nurturing to us. It is important for us to think about what works (and what doesn’t) on a daily basis when it comes to building this alliance with life and the cosmos, so we can remain connected to our true intuitive knowing.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 4-10 degrees of Cancer, Pisces, or Scorpio? Or perhaps you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Capricorn? If so, you will likely be more blessed by this aspect. 

Friday late morning, at 10:20am EDT, we enter a brief Moon VoC that will last 49 minutes until 10:59am EDT. Use this intuitive time as an opportunity to focus on inner processes. As best as you can, release any fears or traumas that keep you stuck in the past, and deepen your connection to what you feel deeply passionate about out there in the world — you have an opportunity to become fully committed to a project or task now — something that might serve you long-term.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Friday late morning ahead of time.

Friday at 10:59am EDT, the Moon moves into optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius, where it will journey until Sunday afternoon. We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn. We’re not likely to be big fans of routine — diversity and new adventures work best at this time — we’re also physically restless and need to burn that off with activity and physical exercise.

We tend to feel more open, optimistic, and inspired — but we also have a high degree of independence — and taking these two influences together, we’d rather inspire others to do things our way, as opposed to issuing or obeying orders. Inspiring others could come easier than normal, as we can see the bigger picture, leaving us confident that others will agree with us once they see what we see.

As best as you can, speak your truth without assuming that everyone is on the same page as you. Improvisation works well for us at this time, as we are spontaneous and love living on the edge — just watch out you aren’t overdoing or overstating things.

Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius — and it is currently transiting through Taurus, making this a great time to explore our physical reality and comforts. As best as you can, bring the enthusiastic energies of Jupiter to the fulfillment of your physical needs — and get excited about new ways of experiencing abundance in your life.

Ask yourself: What road might lead to a closer connection to honoring and appreciating the physical world — in general, and more specifically, my own (my body, my money, my stuff)? What if I took a 5% more positive attitude towards my finances?

What personal beliefs about my own value am I now ready to explore or go beyond? Could I allow myself to have faith while exploring the physical world from a new perspective?

Use this time to embrace your self-worth, allow yourself to see beauty everywhere, and value yourself exactly as you are and as you are not. When you honor your own values and preferences, you are honoring life itself! What you conclude in the name of self-love, others will benefit from it in the end.

Friday at 5:07pm EDT, Neptune comes to a halt, at 27º41′ of Pisces, to start its yearly 5-month Retrograde phase. This phase lasts until  December 6th (at 24º53′ of Pisces). Until then, we are invited to access Neptune’s energy from within: Our intuition will be very strong during this time.

During this time, we can see how connected we are to our Higher Self/The Universe/Source. What’s more, we have an opportunity to dissolve any barriers between us and our Soul’s guidance.

For the next five months, ask yourself: Am I sensing my Soul’s desire for love and oneness to the fullest? Am I resting enough? Am I connecting to my intuition? Is anything keeping me from experiencing the flow of life?

Feel free to also watch my video about the Neptune Station, here

Some of us will feel the effects more than others. This is particularly true if you have personal planets in 23-29 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini, or Sagittarius — and if you have a Pisces Sun- or Rising-Sign. For you, in particular, this is a great time to reevaluate your connection to Source — and perhaps to allow yourself to connect more fully to the flow of life.

Saturday, July 1st:

Saturday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius all day (see Friday late morning for details).

Friday night/Saturday very early morning, a Sun/Mercury alignment in 9.5º of Cancer becomes exact at 1:06am EDT. We started feeling this aspect build from Thursday evening on; it will be strong until Sunday evening. This aspect indicates a confident mind and an analytical approach to life.

Intelligence and communication abilities are strong at this time; however, we may not listen as well as the other speaks — we might be too busy thinking about what to say next.

As this alignment takes place in Cancer, we may be particularly sentimental, but it may not always serve us to refer back to the past — especially the distant past.

We want an active role in communications — it’s very hard for us to passively listen and absorb information right now. What we say or write now has an impact, so as best as you can, choose your words wisely. If people hung on your every word, what would you say then? What would you hold back from saying?

Our opinions are strong and our thinking independent — and we’re proud of both — our egos may therefore get bruised if we don’t feel “heard”. As best as you can, express yourself fully, knowing that others may have different opinions, and that’s ok.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 6-13 degrees of Cancer, Capricorn, Aries, or Libra? If so, you will be more affected by this alignment. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo, Gemini, or Virgo (the Sun rules Leo; Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo).

Saturday early morning, an opportune Mercury/Jupiter aspect becomes exact at 3:10am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Thursday night on; it will remain strong until Sunday late evening. This aspect is an opportunity for us to expand our thinking and express ourselves with confidence and optimism — we share what’s important to us from a place of open-mindedness and excitement.

This connection also creates a possibility of expansion by stepping into uncharted territory. Humor can be a great way to tap into this energetic combo.

This planetary connection also favors short family trips, writing about the past, teaching something concrete and practical, studying ways to make more money or build self-esteem, and making observations about our need for emotional safety and financial stability. We more readily exercise good judgment and are more “philosophical” and open to learning.

As with any opportunity, we have to “take” it — it requires we take action. What could you do that would instill confidence in your exploration of the mind? Is there a new mental process that is asking to be explored, especially in connection with finances or real estate? Are you ready to expand your mind? Your thinking?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 7-12 degrees of Cancer, Taurus, Pisces or Virgo? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Sagittarius (Mercury rules Gemini and Virgo; Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius). 

Saturday morning, an opportune Sun/Jupiter aspect becomes exact at 6:26am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Thursday morning on; it will remain strong until next week, Monday (July 3rd). We might want to take advantage of the opportunities this aspect provides — it’s an excellent time for following our own path and inspiring others to do the same — and for simply having fun and boosting our self-confidence.

In fact, we may well feel particularly vital and confident — and inner optimism can bring rewards.

Humor can be a big part of this aspect, too: We can laugh wholeheartedly and see only possibility in our lives, especially around exploring our own value and resources and the expansion of our finances; whether long- or short-term, these explorations can lead to a healthy shift of attitude toward our inner sense of security.

Imagine you are looking through a special lens that shows you the “bigger picture” when it comes to your beliefs about yourself and your talents. What do you see?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 7-12 degrees of Cancer, Taurus, Pisces, or Virgo? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Sagittarius (the Sun rules Leo; Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius). 

Sunday, July 2nd:

Sunday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius until 1:20pm EDT (see Friday late morning for details).

Sunday late morning, at 9:33am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last almost 4 hours, 1:20pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments. As best you can, honor both your need for adventure and exploration of life and your need to go within and get quiet. You may also feel a pull between introvert and extrovert, or simply fast and slow.

Tune in for a moment and see if you need to take a break or at least slow down a little.

As best as you can, be compassionate and kind with yourself — and as always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Sunday late morning until the early afternoon ahead of time.

Sunday late morning, a challenging Venus/Uranus aspect becomes exact at 10:34am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday morning on; it will remain strong until next week, Saturday morning (July 8th). This “stretch aspect” asks us to grow beyond what we know and have experienced in the past in regard to our relationships (especially romantic ones) and joyful friendships.

Priorities may shift. We may experience clashes of taste or values within our networks; as you can imagine, we may feel some instability or restlessness in connection to others. We may also struggle with freedom versus material safety — the latter manifesting as fears around financial goals.

As best as you can, take a deep breath and hold off on decision-making with regard to finances — in particular, it is best to avoid impulse buys at this time.

In general, expect the unexpected: Things may take a different turn when it comes to the truly important. Keep your mind and heart open: if something demands elimination or change, it was waiting for that shift to happen anyway.

As best as you can, find creative solutions and stay flexible and adaptable. This is not the best time to take things too personally (but then again, is there ever a good time for that? …

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 19-25 degrees Leo, Taurus, Aquarius, or Scorpio? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra or Aquarius (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Uranus rules Aquarius). 

Sunday early afternoon, at 1:20pm EDT, the Moon moves into ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn, where it will journey until Tuesday afternoon (July 4th). We tend to be more realistic, serious, and cautious; this can support practical endeavors and financial matters.

Our ambition surges and brings a need for structure and planning; when you add in the pragmatism this aspect supports, you can see how this could be a very productive time for business and long-term goals. Our reputation becomes very important to us.

As best as you can during this time, avoid “should-ing” on yourself. Take the pressure off, perhaps by saying, “I am doing the best I can, and that’s all I can ever do”.

Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn — and it is currently transiting through Pisces. This is a great time to look for practical applications of our dreams, ideologies, connection to Source, or one-consciousness.

It’s also a great time to take a more serious look at our spiritual or creative aspirations; as best as you can, be authentic about your intuitive connection to life. What works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to your idealism, addictions, avoidance of life, and dreams?

What about life truly resonates with you — as it stands now, rather than what it was 5 or 10 years ago? Where in your life is it time to let go of naiveté or an idealistic approach that no longer serves you?

What tools or structures support you with being in the flow, being present, and feeling connected to the Universe in this now-moment? What needs your time and attention? What could you practice every day? What do you genuinely want to commit yourself to?

This Moon placement also starts the build-up towards the Super Full Moon in Capricorn (exact on Monday morning, more on that later…) Feel free to watch my Full Moon video or read my Full Moon article if you haven’t already done so.

And…

A heads up for next Monday (July 3rd): the Moon remains in ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn all day; the Super Full Moon in Capricorn becomes exact at 7:39am EDT. In the early afternoon, the Moon opposes Mercury in Cancer, exact at 12:50pm EDT; and in the late evening, it squares Chiron in Aries, exact at 9:14pm EDT. More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.

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June 19th – 25th

by Sonja Francis | Jun 18, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Move Beyond Impatient Self-talk 

This week’s headline items: Neptune stations (exalted) all week; Venus enters her pre-Shadow phase early on Monday; late Wednesday morning, the Sun changes signs from Gemini to Cancer — this also marks the Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere; Neptune’s Station phase intensifies on Thursday; it’s time to take action on our New Moon Intentions, starting Friday; the Saturn station ends on Saturday.

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday early evening (for 21 minutes), Thursday early afternoon (for   17.5 hours), and Sunday evening (for 33 minutes).

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Monday, June 19th:

Monday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day. It will journey there until Tuesday evening. With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say, and our feelings more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others. Self-Care is key for the next two days.  

Monday all day: If you haven’t gotten around to it yet, set your Intentions for this Moon cycle… If possible, align them with the New Moon energies that I spoke about in my video — feel free to watch it again if you are not sure anymore — click here to watch my video on the New Moon  

For more details on how to set New Moon Intentions, click here

Monday around 3:15am EDT, Venus enters her Shadow phase when she reaches 12º12′ of Leo. This marks the beginning of her pre-Retrograde Shadow phase that will last until July 22nd.

During a “retrograde”, a planet appears to reverse its normal direction through the sky. Astrologers refer to the period immediately before and after a planet’s Retrograde phase as the “Shadow phases”; at these times, the planet travels through the degrees of a sign that it will later revisit during the Retrograde phase.

Venus is usually in its Shadow for about five weeks prior to a Retrograde and five weeks after. This gives us a chance to reassess our values, relationships, and finances, so look carefully at whatever shows up in those areas of your life during the Shadow phases — you will get a chance to readdress those issues during the Venus Retrograde phase (July 22nd – Sept. 3rd).

Is your Sun-sign or Ascendant in Taurus or Libra? Or perhaps you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 10 – 29 degrees of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, or Scorpio? If so, you are more affected by this Shadow phase and the upcoming Retrograde phase.

Monday late morning, an opportune Jupiter/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 11:53am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from June 9th on; it will remain strong until June 29th. This aspect is an opportunity to create a finer balance between our need for personal growth around our physical/material realities and our need for keeping things real when it comes to the energetic, spiritual, or intuitive realm.

It is also an opportunity to have more self-discipline and self-motivation in our lives — we are more likely to find an increased focus on spiritual, inner self-mastery, coupled with a sense of enthusiasm about our physical comforts and realities.

Ask yourself: How might sourcing my energy from within support a stronger connection to myself and my talents? What might be possible if I got enthusiastic about my current physical reality? How might a practical and long-term sustainable approach towards my body or finances serve my enjoyment of life in the long run?

On Dec. 21st, 2020, Jupiter and Saturn aligned in 0 degrees of Aquarius. This is the first sextile since this conjunction — we are ready to open ourselves to new possibilities.

There is also an opening regarding our responsibilities — they feel easier as we see their value. If we stay open-minded and open-hearted, finances can get back on track. It’s undoubtedly easier to save and regulate spending.

As best as you can, allow yourself to tune in and transcend your social/cultural conditioning; a good place to start is committing to better understanding your belief systems around self-honoring, relationships, and finances — and where those beliefs originated.

Remember: opportunities are openings; they aren’t necessarily handed to us — we have to “take” them and make something of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 5-9 degrees of Taurus, Pisces, Capricorn, or Cancer? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Sagittarius or Capricorn (Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius and Saturn rules Capricorn).

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Tuesday, June 20th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer until 6:04pm EDT (see Monday for details).

Tuesday early evening, at 5:43pm EDT, we enter a brief Moon VoC that will last for 21 minutes until 6:04pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to find a balance between nurturing yourself and focusing on building something long-term. Emotional issues from the past may come up at this time with a loved one or a significant other.

This could drive some tension or oppositional behaviors; as best as you can, remain flexible and practice self-care. Connect to the power of love rather than the power of fear — especially fear connected to any attachments or aversions. If possible, empower yourself and others — and find a balance between your inner and outer world.

As always, with a Moon VoC, do your best to avoid starting anything brand-new — stick to routine things or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Tuesday early evening ahead of time.

Tuesday evening at 6:04pm EDT, the Moon enters fun and attention-loving Leo, where it will journey until Friday morning. We may lack objectivity and struggle with backing down or compromising. We all love to be admired — or at the very least acknowledged — for our greatness…

So, hand out some compliments — let people know how proud you are of them, and tell them how much you love them. Come from the heart in this and all other things… be honest and authentic as best you can. Fun, games, and romance are a big part of this energy. You might also enjoy spending time with little ones.

If there are no “outer children” around, how about getting in touch with your “inner child” — it’s easier for the next two-and-a-half days. What are you most grateful for today? What would be heaps and heaps of fun? What would be so much fun that you let out a tiny squeak just thinking of it?

Wednesday, June 21st:

Wednesday is a big day (astrologically speaking). The Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo all day (see Tuesday evening for details).

Wednesday morning, a somewhat challenging Sun/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 6:20am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday morning; it will remain strong until Thursday morning. We feel uneasy about something, sort of awkward; we need to make a choice. We need to develop inner awareness, so we can make adjustments.

This might concern compromising with others. Our fear of being manipulated might make us stubborn, or it might make us manipulative ourselves. As best as you can, keep choosing the “better” alternative/the higher road, adjusting as needed.

We might be forced to focus, time and again, on details we would prefer to ignore. When life slows down or becomes uncomfortable, simplify and be patient. We are changing and growing in ways that we can’t comprehend right now. Stay as open and observant as you can.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 28-29 degrees of Gemini, Capricorn, or 0-1 degrees of Cancer or Aquarius? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Scorpio (the Sun rules Leo, and Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio).

Wednesday late morning, at 10:58am EDT, the Sun changes signs from busy, versatile Gemini to protective, sensitive Cancer. This marks the Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere: The Solstices are important turning points twice a year, as they are energetic gateways for the summer or winter season to come through.

The Sun will journey through the sign of Cancer until July 22nd. When the Sun is in Cancer, we look for quality and safety in terms of what we want to create and what we want to surround ourselves with. We experience life on a deeper, more instinctive level now. We have less interest in what is universal and more interest in what affects us personally (and what affects the people we care for and love).

Our being is colored by our emotions, so it might be more challenging to be objective. Family, home, and our inner worlds become our focus for the next 30 days.

All this is especially true if you are a Leo or Cancer Sun-sign or Rising sign. As a Cancer, you will feel a good dose of confidence and playfulness in the next four weeks; as a Leo, your energy will move more inwards, focusing on family or home.

Wednesday late morning, an opportune Mercury/Mars aspect becomes exact at 11:23am EDT. We started feeling this aspect build from Monday night on; it will be strong until Thursday evening. This aspect provides an opportunity to connect thought to action. Body and mind can align; words and deeds connect with ease. As with any opportunity, we have to “take” this one: it will not happen by itself.

Ask yourself: What actions call to me today? How are those actions connected to feeling joy and having fun?

Our disdain for routine keeps us busy; we may feel quite fidgety or full of nervous energy. As best as you can, make lists, focus on things that bring you joy — and, most of all: choose wisely!

Ask yourself: what might I discover about my inner child or my joyful self-expression if I allowed myself to learn and share?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 17-21 degrees of Gemini, Leo, Libra, or Aries? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Aries (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Mars rules Aries).

Wednesday late evening, an opportune Mercury/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 9:42pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday morning on, and it will remain strong until Friday morning. We have an opportunity to bring healing energy to our concrete minds and to our thoughts. We also have a chance to heal insecurities in our verbal, in-person, social media, or email interactions.

We are better able now to tune out that automatic/critical inner voice in favor of more loving and compassionate structures for thinking and communicating. By bringing love and understanding to our thinking processes, we have a chance to move beyond entrenched habits like “impatient self-talk” or the use of aggressive language (swear words, for example).

Here are a few good “chew toys” for your mind at this time: What was your family’s attitude towards communication? Toward speaking up for yourself? What if you tried a kinder approach for a bit?

Does your inner dialog really have to repeat what they said when you were 3 or 5 years old? What if you tried using a gentler voice for the next ten minutes or so?

For those of you who want to have a better understanding of your current healing journey, feel free to get my recent webinar on Chiron in Aries: “Healing the Wounded Masculine”.

We discussed how Astrology can help us integrate parts of ourselves that have felt wounded or separate in the past. We discussed Chiron in each sign and house and the planet that rules Chiron’s placement by sign and house (rulerships). Click here for more info.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 17-22 degrees of Gemini, Aries, Aquarius, or Leo? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini or Virgo (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo).

Thursday, June 22nd:

Thursday, the Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo all day (see Tuesday evening for details).

Thursday early afternoon, at 1:01pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 17.5 hours until 6:35am EDT (Friday morning). We may feel pulled in two quite different directions during this intuitive time: On the one hand, we experience a need for connecting with our inner child energy (creative self-expressions and joy), on the other hand, we want to make space for pursuing our financial vision — and we also want to break free from outdated value systems.

As such, we may have to address what we value, both in others and in ourselves (which informs our self-worth); do your best to use this intuitive time to make adjustments, slow things down a little, and find creative solutions that honor both drives.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Thursday afternoon until Friday morning ahead of time. 

Thursday late evening, a harmonious Mars/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 11:52pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect last Saturday evening (June 17th); it will be strong until next Tuesday evening (June 27th). This gives us a chance to learn to accept our desires and our anger as valid — so that when we express them, we do so naturally and confidently, without harming ourselves or others — simply allowing ourselves to feel anger and talk about it, just as we would about joy.

Ask yourself: What if I brought understanding and compassion to my experiences with anger or assertiveness? What if my desires were valid?

We may also find that a heart-centered and innocent approach can carry us through feelings of insecurity or shame. We might want to explore a new healing modality for the body, mind, and heart to embrace a more joyful way of being or simply bring healing where we believe it’s needed.

Ask yourself: Could I allow my human complexities to shine when expressing myself creatively (or otherwise)? How complex could I allow myself to be? How about everyone else out there in the world — could I permit them to be just as complex?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 16-23 degrees of Leo, Aries, or Sagittarius? Or perhaps your Ascendant or Sun-sign is in Aries? If so, you are especially blessed by this aspect.

Also, on Thursday, Neptune’s Station intensifies — and will appear to move even more slowly through the sky until July 8th. It is getting ready to come to a halt and start its yearly 5-month Retrograde phase on June 30th (more on that next week…)

A planet’s energies are more exalted during its “Station period”; this has even more weight for an outer planet, as they move more slowly and their stations last much longer. This Neptune station is particularly strong since it occurs in Pisces, its own sign.

Neptune represents things like universal love, our inner divinity, spirituality, inspiration, compassion, and faith — plus creative and imaginative realms such as music or film — while the shadow side is confusion, illusion, and escapism of all kinds. We start to be aware of all those energies more fully in our lives.

This awareness helps us to connect more fully to those energies as they exist within us. We can then see where we need to either embrace them more fully or connect to them in a healthy way that doesn’t involve getting lost in the murky lower vibrations of their expression.

Ask yourself: Could I allow my feelings to flow? Could I allow my sensing of energies all around and inside of me to inform my next moves?

How might giving myself at least 5 minutes per day to tune in support me? Might connecting to nature give me some peace of mind and understanding of how life always takes care of itself?

Feel free to also watch my “New Moon in Gemini” video for more about the Neptune Station here.

Some of us will feel the effects of this station more than others: those of us with a Pisces Sun- or Rising-Sign (Ascendant) — and those of us with personal planets and points in 26- 29 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini or Sagittarius.

Friday, June 23rd:

Friday, the Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo and VoC until 6:35am EDT (see Tuesday evening for details).

Friday morning, at 6:35am EDT, the Moon moves into detail-oriented, practical Virgo, where it will journey until Sunday evening. We are generous with our time/services, and we love to help others. We also have a fondness for science and anything that makes sense in our world — things and knowledge we can apply and use.

Health might also come into focus at this time. We notice the parts that make up the whole; this is a great time to see if our daily routines (eating, work, self-care, etc.) align with our long-term goals.

Friday late morning, from 10:24am EDT on, it is time to start taking action on our New Moon intentions! If you set Intentions on June 18th or 19th – after the New Moon became exact — from this morning on will be the best time to start taking relevant actions.

If you wrote your intentions down, go back and take another look at what came through intuitively. If you didn’t write anything down, get quiet and check in with yourself: What actions are calling to me?

Saturday, June 24th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day (see Friday morning for details).

Saturday, Saturn resumes its normal pace through the sky, ending its Station phase — now in its retrograde motion. Ask yourself: What came up in the last four weeks around any commitments to my own spiritual practices? Or around my ability to be in the flow of things?

Where have I been asked to take a more serious look at my interconnectedness with life? Or my need to control “what is”? Do my spiritual practices truly resonate with me? Do they align with who I am now? What works and what doesn’t work?

If you have been asked to face your various modes of escapism in the past four weeks, ask yourself: What do I see now that needs my attention, that is keeping me separate from feeling truly connected to my intuitive knowing? To my higher Self? To my compassionate heart?

What calls for a commitment towards a realistic way to connect to all of life and trust my intuitive knowing? How truthful am I with myself about the various ways in which I escape any harsh realities? The Retrograde phase is a good time to do some internal work in these areas (the retrograde lasts until November 4th).

We now have little over four months to go over any spiritual practices or creative endeavors to see if they align with our inner truth. We are also now ready to contemplate solutions for whatever was “in our face” from June 6th until now — solutions that work well both with our inner truth and our outer reality.

Saturday late evening calls for some inner adjustments. We feel uneasy or awkward and need to make a choice. Making this choice demands we develop inner awareness around two very different urges: on the one hand, the desire to heal our relationship with the inner masculine (assertiveness/anger, leadership, taking actions) — and on the other, the need to tend to our daily work or health routines. (Moon in Virgo quincunxes Chiron in Aries, exact at 10:13pm EDT) 

Sunday, June 25th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo until 6:57pm EDT (see Friday morning for details).

Sunday evening, at 6:24pm EDT, we enter a brief Moon VoC that will last for 33 minutes until 6:57pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to empower each other around earthly issues and support each other in practical ways. Your attention to detail is enhanced; you might implement new health routines or other systems that support your long-term goals.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Sunday early evening ahead of time.

Sunday evening, a challenging Mercury/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 6:36pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday morning on, and it will remain strong until next week, Tuesday morning (June 27th). This aspect asks us to stretch ourselves and grow, which challenges us to get out of our comfort zone and to work through something that requires a creative approach.

In this case, our comfort zone is the mind (Gemini) and our need to be mentally busy and engaged. The challenge here is finding a way to trust our intuition (Pisces) and turn inwards for answers and direction.

Ask yourself: What might be possible if I allowed myself to shift from only paying attention to my conditioned mind to getting present in the here and now and feeling into the energy and truth of who I am?

We may experience a lack of clarity and objectivity. We might make embarrassing errors, neglect important details, or carry some delusions now. Our lack of clarity may make it difficult for others to understand us.

Ask yourself: Is it possible that what I understand with the mind is very different from what I comprehend with the heart? And if that is so, could I trust my heart 5% more than I have done previously? Could I allow myself to slow down and rest in knowing that all is well, all of the time?

We are more imaginative now and also more easily swayed by the opinions of others. We can be highly creative and inspired under this influence but also overly sensitive, touchy, or impractical.

It can be hard to follow routines or to concentrate on monotonous tasks (like work tasks or studies that involve attention to detail or rote learning); as best as you can, be compassionate with yourself and others during these three days. If you have an important contract to sign or negotiate, if possible, wait until after Tuesday.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 25-29 degrees of Gemini, Pisces, Sagittarius, and Virgo? If so, you are more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Pisces (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Neptune rules Pisces).

Sunday evening, at 6:57pm EDT, the Moon moves into harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, where it will journey until next week, Wednesday early morning (June 28th). The energy of the Libra Moon helps us be naturally courteous and diplomatic; we are more polite at this time as we seek the approval of others.

We very much want to maintain equal, fair relationships at this time and are therefore open to making compromises and negotiating. These next two days are a great time for mediation — but our need for peace and accompanying aversion to direct conflict could pull us to “yes” more easily than we might like.

We may also be able to see both sides of the equation so well that we can’t make decisions. As best as you can, find an inner balance with this and communicate what needs to be said with grace and charm — even if it’s “No” One last quick note: this is also a great time for anything to do with visual arts.

This Moon placement also starts the build-up towards the first Quarter Moon (exact tomorrow, Monday).

And…

A heads up for next Monday (June 26th): the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day; at 3:50am EDT, the first Quarter Moon in 4.5 degrees of Libra becomes exact. In the early morning, a challenging Mars/Uranus aspect becomes exact at 5:23am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday evening (June 20th) on, and it will remain strong until Saturday (July 1st). In late afternoon, a somewhat challenging Mercury/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 5:07pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Sunday evening (June 25th) on, and it will remain strong until Tuesday evening (June 27th). And at 8:24pm EDT, Mercury moves from curious, quick-witted Gemini into protective, nurturing Cancer. More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.

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June 12th – 18th

by Sonja Francis | Jun 11, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Take a Serious Look at Your Interconnectedness With Life 

This week’s headline items: Saturn’s Station intensifies on Monday and comes to a halt on Saturday, starting its yearly 4-month Retrograde phase at 7 degrees of Pisces; the Balsamic Phase begins early Wednesday; Neptune begins its Station phase on Friday; the New Moon in Gemini becomes exact very early on Sunday.

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday afternoon (for 4 minutes), Thursday late evening (for 10 minutes), and Saturday night/Sunday very early morning (for 6.5 hours).

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Monday, June 12th:

Monday, the Moon remains in pioneering, fast-paced Aries all day. It will journey there until Tuesday afternoon. Life is an adventure; we’re more open to new ideas and have great enthusiasm for new projects. Patience is certainly not our strong suit at this time, but we can decide quickly and act immediately.

Our independence and dynamism are important to us right now, so we may find it hard to be disciplined or accept advice at this time; in general, our responses to others tend to be more assertive or even aggressive. If you find your foot tapping, try hitting the gym or finding other ways to burn off the body’s excess energy.

Monday morning, we can feel a nice flow and ability to be courageous and walk our own path. We are invited to have fun connecting with others and doing things that bring us joy — as best as you can, explore something new, take a risk. (Moon in Aries trines Mars in Leo, exact at 8:35am EDT)

Monday evening has lots of potential for healing around family, the “mother archetype”, home, and our past in general. We may feel more sensitive and insecure about what we identify with and around our ability to be assertive; this gives us the opportunity to give ourselves some compassion, acceptance, and nurturing in the face of our sensitivities and limitations. (Moon conjuncts Chiron in Aries, exact at 7:15pm EDT)

Monday late evening, we have an opportunity to connect with our own personal goals and share our passion with others in an inspiring way. (Moon in Aries sextiles the Sun in Gemini, exact at 11:59pm EDT)

Also, on Monday, Saturn’s Station intensifies at 7º of Pisces until June 20th. “Stationing” is when a planet moves more slowly through the sky. When a planet stations, its energy becomes more “exalted”; in the case of Saturn, this means we all feel the need to more fully face what is currently so, our actual reality.

Saturn has to do with doing what needs to be done — so we can fully understand the practical implications of our reality and the consequences of our past actions. Saturn also represents our structures, responsibilities, commitments, and ability to “do” life on life’s terms.

As spirit beings in a physical world, it’s best to observe the laws of the physical world. The sooner we learn to “play by the rules”, the easier life gets. Saturn also represents time and the “domain” of time: growing up, maturing, understanding and acknowledging our limitations, setting healthy boundaries with others, living with integrity, being authentic and truthful, being serious and focused on building something of value to society.

Saturn is our teacher. If you had a cosmic teacher, where would your personal “Earth Classes” be focused right now? Where are you being asked to take a more serious look at your interconnectedness with life? Do your spiritual practices truly resonate with you? Do they align with who you are now? What requires a more mature approach in those areas?

We are also being asked to face our various modes of escapism from this world. What do we see now that needs our attention, that is keeping us separate from feeling truly connected to our intuitive knowing? To our higher Self? To our compassionate heart?

What calls for a commitment towards a realistic way to connect to all of life and trust our intuitive knowing? What will time do?

As best as you can during the Station phase, bring flexibility and open-mindedness to any frustrations. This more intensified Station-phase will last until June 20th — and Saturn will start its 4-month Retrograde phase on June 17th in 7 degrees of Pisces (more on that later this week).

Is your Sun-sign or Ascendant in Capricorn or Aquarius? Or perhaps you have an Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 5-9 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini, or Sagittarius? If so, you are more affected by this planet’s Station phase.

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Tuesday, June 13th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in pioneering, fast-paced Aries until 2:31pm EDT (see Monday morning for details).

Tuesday early morning, a somewhat challenging Venus/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 5:59am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Monday on, it will remain strong until Wednesday. This aspect operates more on an internal level. We feel uneasy about something, sort of awkward, and need to make a choice; we must develop inner awareness to see what needs adjusting.

It can be hard to see what we are actually responsible for in relationships, so we sometimes take on unnecessary responsibilities to ensure the relationships continue. We may ask ourselves: “Do people like me for myself or for what I sacrifice for them?” If you’re confused on this point (or any point), as best as you can, keep choosing the “better” alternative and make adjustments as necessary.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 6-8 degrees of Leo or Pisces? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Capricorn (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn)

Tuesday afternoon, at 2:27pm EDT, we enter a very brief Moon VoC that will last for 4 minutes, until 2:31pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments and find creative ways to work with the energies at play: On the one hand, as best as you can, follow your inner compass and take care of your own needs; on the other hand, deepen your authentic connection to whatever you are building long-term.

As always, with a Moon VoC, do your best to avoid starting anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow.

Tuesday afternoon at 2:31pm EDT, the Moon moves into steady, peaceful Taurus, where it will journey until Thursday late evening. We love all physical comforts, prefer consistency, and would rather stick with what we know works well.

In other words, change is not our favorite thing, and “rushing things” goes against our grain. What is our favorite thing for the next two days? It’s probably slowing down and getting in touch with whatever delights our senses  

Wednesday, June 14th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in steady, peaceful Taurus all day (see Tuesday afternoon for details).

Wednesday around 4:13am EDT, the Balsamic Moon phase begins when the Moon reaches 8° of Taurus. This lasts until Saturday night when the New Moon in Gemini becomes exact (more on that later this week… however, feel free to watch my New Moon video here). We are being asked to slow down and get quiet, so we can listen to our inner sensing/intuition.

For some of us, this might be a stretch. As best as you can: stay grounded, take a deep breath, and exhale any tension. Rather than starting something brand-new, put all that energy into completing existing projects or processes.

This is also a great time for letting go of whatever no longer serves us. What if you could hear the voice of your inner wisdom? What might it be saying?

Wednesday afternoon, we need to make some adjustments in our lives: on the one hand, we need to experience peace and physical pleasure/comfort — preferably joyfully surrounding ourselves with nature and beauty — on the other hand, we want to play with children or fun-loving adults, or we may want to actively create something that we feel passionate about.

However this shows up for us, we may need to make some adjustments or find creative solutions between two needs that are seemingly at odds. (Moon in Taurus squares Venus and Mars in Leo, exact at 5:10pm EDT) 

Thursday, June 15th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in steady, peaceful Taurus until 9:46pm EDT (see Tuesday afternoon for details).

Thursday early afternoon, a challenging Mercury/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 12:09pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday evening on; it will remain strong until Saturday. This aspect asks us to stretch a little, to grow and mature. Watch out for misunderstandings or rigid thinking, not only when it comes to interacting with others but especially when it comes to your own inner dialog.

On the one hand, Mercury in Gemini wants us to communicate and connect as much as possible, as efficiently as possible, making sure that we get and share as much information as possible.

On the other hand, Saturn in Pisces reminds us that before we can think about what we want to co-create with the universe, we need to go within and see if we are in alignment with our inner knowing, our higher Self — and eliminate anything that keeps us disconnected from our intuition and imagination.

Ask yourself: are we truly building for the long term? What is the worst that could happen if we chose “quick” over “quality”?

As best as you can, find creative ways to connect and share with others while staying committed to a realistic spiritual practice. Where are you called to make a commitment that serves a greater alignment with ALL? Could you simply go for it? One step at a time?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 4-10 degrees of Gemini, Pisces, Virgo, or Sagittarius? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Capricorn (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Saturn rules Capricorn).

Thursday late evening, at 9:36pm EDT, we enter a brief Moon VoC that will last for 10 minutes, until 9:46pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to empower each other in regard to earthly issues and mutually support each other in practical ways.

As always, during a Moon VoC, do your best to avoid starting anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow.

Thursday at 9:46pm EDT, the Moon enters chatty, versatile Gemini, where it will journey until Sunday morning. For the next 2.5 days, we like to learn, connect, and interact as much as possible.

“Busy” feels good: connecting online, on the phone, or sharing face-to-face, preferably multi-tasking all the way… The one thing we can do without is boredom: If our mind is not engaged in some way, we might as well curl up and play dead…

Friday, June 16th:

Friday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini all day (see Thursday late evening for details).

Friday, Neptune starts to slow down (station) — and will appear to move more slowly through the sky until July 14th. It is getting ready to come to a halt and start its yearly 5-month Retrograde phase on June 30th at 27.5º of Pisces.

A planet’s energies are more exalted during its “station period”; this has even more weight for an outer planet, as they move more slowly and their stations last much longer. This Neptune station is particularly strong because it occurs in Pisces — its own sign.

Neptune represents things like “universal love”, our inner divinity (intuitiveness), spirituality, inspiration, compassion, and faith — plus creative and imaginative realms such as music or film — while the shadow side is confusion, illusion, and escapism of all kinds. We start to be aware of all those energies more fully in our lives.

This awareness helps us to connect more fully to those energies as they exist within us. We can then see where we need to either embrace them more fully or connect to them in a healthy way that doesn’t involve getting lost in the murky lower or denser vibrations of their expression.

Keep in mind that you may also feel more sensitive or tired and even want to escape reality for a while. As best as you can, allow yourself to focus on the higher, lighter vibrations of Pisces.

Some of us will feel the effects of this station more than others: those of us with a Pisces Sun- or Rising-Sign (Ascendant) — and those of us with personal planets and points in 25-29 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini, or Sagittarius.

Saturday, June 17th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini all day (see Thursday late evening for details).

Saturday, late morning, an opportune Mercury/Venus aspect becomes exact at 11:29am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Thursday evening on, and it will remain strong until next week, Monday morning (June 19th). This aspect gives us the opportunity for more playful and versatile connections with others.

Enhanced communication abilities help us clear up any misunderstandings or discomfort from the past, particularly in love relationships. This is also an opportune time to make new social contacts, especially with people who live in our immediate environment; connecting with siblings could also prove beneficial.

Ask yourself: How might adding a dash of love, gratitude, and joy create whole-hearted interactions with others?

Remember: this is an “opportunity” — those aren’t necessarily handed to us — we have to actively take advantage of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 9-13 degrees of Gemini, Leo, Aries, or Libra? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Virgo, Gemini, Libra, or Taurus (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra)

Saturday afternoon, at 1:27pm EDT, Saturn comes to a halt at 7º 12′ of Pisces and begins its yearly Retrograde phase until Nov. 4th. We will get very clear on what we are truly committed to — or not — and on how we are co-creating or imagining our lives and what we end up manifesting in our physical reality. We will also get clear on what is realistic when it comes to our dreams and spiritual or creative endeavors.

Saturn represents our structures, responsibilities, commitments — and our ability to “do” life on life’s terms. When this planet comes to a halt and turns retrograde, we get to see where we need to create or renew our commitments. As best as you can, take it all in and see where you would like to make adjustments. You will get a chance to do just that for the next 4.5 months.

This Retrograde phase is also inviting us to take a closer look at our current long-term commitments and limitations when it comes to our spiritual practices. We can now begin restructuring anything that has slipped out of alignment with our higher Self or our heart-centeredness.

Where do we need to have better boundaries and be more realistic about our own and other people’s limitations? What is demanding our attention regarding all of this?

If you have an Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-9 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini, or Sagittarius, you will be more affected by this Retrograde phase. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Capricorn (because Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn).

Saturday night/Sunday very early morning, at 12:27am EDT, the Moon aligns with the Sun in almost 27 degrees of Gemini. I recommend you also watch my New Moon video on the subject.

One major thing to note in this New Moon chart is that Pluto has moved back into Capricorn since the last Full Moon and does now answer again to Saturn (Saturn rules Capricorn). We have Neptune & Saturn (both of them in Pisces) in their Station phases — and therefore exalted.

This means that something related to these energies is “in our face” in regard to those energies, demanding our attention and awareness. I will talk more about all of this below, but first, let’s look at the Gemini influence of this New Moon and its aspects:

Gemini is the archetype of curiosity, communication in all its forms, and mental connections — it represents the development of language and intelligence, as well as our ability to adapt and relate to our immediate environment.

This is a “busy” energy focused on collecting information. We are invited to look at our mental programming and conditioned mind to see what needs to go — and what new thought structures we might want to engage with.

The New Moon in Gemini squares an exalted Neptune in Pisces. With any Square, we are invited to stretch and grow. It challenges us to get out of our comfort zone and to work through something that requires a creative approach. We are asked to make changes that may not necessarily come naturally but that are required if we want to grow and move to the next level of our journey.

In this case, our comfort zone is the mind (Gemini) and our need to be mentally busy and engaged. The challenge here is finding a way to trust our intuition (Pisces) and turn inwards for answers and direction.

Ask yourself: What might be possible if I allowed myself to shift from only paying attention to my conditioned mind to getting present in the here and now and feeling into the energy and truth of who I am?

Is it possible that what I understand with the mind is very different from what I comprehend with the heart? And if that is so, could I trust my heart 5% more than I have done previously? Could I allow myself to slow down and rest in knowing that all is well, all of the time?

Keep in mind that Neptune is exalted (stationing) at the time of the New Moon (until July 14th), and its energy is thus louder; we may not only… To read the whole article and get all the Coaching Questions for this month’s New Moon, click here.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 24-29 degrees of Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo, or Pisces?  If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly; this is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo, the Moon rules Cancer)

The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle; this is best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact, and definitely not during a Moon Void of Course phase.

So, this month, any time between 12:37am and 2:24am (on June 18th) would be best, then again from 6:58am (on June 18th) until 12:37am (on June 20th) — please note that all times are given in the Eastern Daylight Timezone — the timezone New York City occupies. For more info on setting New Moon Intentions, click here

If you live in a timezone other than EDT (US East Coast time), I recommend you join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on Twitter, as I post reminders on Sunday, June 18th, and Monday, June 19th, to let you know when it is time to set your intentions.

Sunday, June 18th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini until 6:58am EDT (see Thursday late evening for details).

Saturday night/Sunday very early morning, at 2:24am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 6.5 hours, until 6:58am EDT. Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments — you may also need to do a little stretching and growing when it comes to your inner or emotional experiences. As best as you can, be gentle with yourself and others, and seek to understand before seeking to be understood.

As with any Moon VoC, avoid starting anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Saturday night until Sunday morning ahead of time.

Sunday morning at 6:68am EDT, the Moon moves into protective, nurturing Cancer, where it will journey until next week, Tuesday evening (June 20th). With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say, and our feelings more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others. Self-Care is key for the next two days.  

Emotional safety is important to us as well; we like connecting to the familiar, and we enjoy nurturing ourselves and others — home and family call to us, for instance. That said, make sure that your glass is filled before letting others drink from it; otherwise, you might start to feel drained and resentful.

Sunday late evening, a challenging Sun/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 11:54pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build on Thursday evening (June 15th), and it will remain strong until next week, Wednesday night (June 21st). This aspect asks us to stretch and grow: On the one hand, we want to use our minds to feel confident and centered; on the other hand, we are compelled to listen to our intuition and let our imagination go wild.

As you can probably guess, we’ll experience more “flow” in areas that favor intuition and imagination, such as creativity or spirituality. If possible, hold off on plans for more “practical” things.

We might feel confused, but we are being asked to have faith in the infinite support we receive every day from the universe — whether our mind understands it or not (what we understand with the mind is very different from what we comprehend with the heart).

Ask yourself: What might be possible if I allowed myself to shift from only paying attention to my conditioned mind to getting present in the here and now and feeling into the energy and truth of who I am? 

Is it possible that what I understand with the mind is very different from what I comprehend with the heart? And if that is so, could I trust my heart and my “energy body” 5% more than I have done previously? Could I allow myself to slow down and be in the knowing that all is well, all of the time? 

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 24-29 degrees of Gemini, Pisces, Sagittarius, Virgo, or 0 degrees of Cancer, Aries, Libra, or Capricorn? If so, you are more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Pisces (the Sun rules Leo, Neptune rules Pisces).

And…

A heads up for next Monday (June 19th): the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day. Around 3:15am EDT, Venus enters her pre-Shadow phase when she reaches 12º12′ of Leo. In the late morning, an opportune Jupiter/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 11:53am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from June 9th on; it will remain strong until June 29th. More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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June 5th – 11th

by Sonja Francis | Jun 4, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Remain Self-Expressed & Open 

This week’s headline items: Venus changes signs from Cancer to Leo late on Monday morning; Saturn starts to slow down (station) on Tuesday; Venus squares the Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio late on Thursday afternoon; the last Quarter Moon in Pisces becomes exact on Saturday afternoon; Pluto retrogrades back into Capricorn and Mercury changes signs from Taurus to Gemini early Sunday.

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday night/Wednesday very early morning (for 4 hours), Thursday night/Friday early morning (for almost 6 hours), and Sunday late morning (for less than one minute).

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Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, June 5th:

Monday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius and VoC until 3:31am EDT.

Monday at 3:31am EDT, the Moon moves into ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn, where it will journey until Wednesday early morning (June 7th). We tend to be more realistic, serious, and cautious; this can support practical endeavors and financial matters.

Our ambition surges and brings a need for structure and planning; when you add in the pragmatism this aspect supports, you can see how this could be a very productive time for business and long-term goals. Our reputation becomes very important to us.

As best as you can during this aspect, avoid “should-ing” on yourself. Take the pressure off, perhaps by saying, “I am doing the best I can, and that’s all I can ever do”.

Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn — and it is currently transiting through Pisces. This is a great time to look for practical applications of our dreams, ideologies, connection to Source, or one-consciousness.

It’s also a great time to take a more serious look at our spiritual or creative aspirations; as best as you can, be authentic about your intuitive connection to life. What works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to your idealism, addictions, avoidance of life, and dreams?

What about life truly resonates with you — as it stands now, rather than what it was 5 or 10 years ago? Where in your life is it time to let go of naiveté or an idealistic approach that no longer serves you?

What tools or structures support you with being in the flow, being present, and feeling connected to the Universe in this now-moment? What needs your time and attention? What could you practice every day? What do you genuinely want to commit yourself to?

Monday at 9:46am EDT, Venus changes signs from sensitive, protective Cancer to fun-loving, extroverted Leo, where it will journey until Oct. 9th — an unusually long time due to its upcoming Retrograde phase (in late July-early September). Venus in Leo changes how we “do” relationships.

We’re “in love with love”, so we especially appreciate (and are turned on by) gestures of love and romance. It goes the other way, too: we are warm, affectionate, and loyal with those we love and cherish (as long as they show us that they deserve our love). Grand gestures of love and exciting, tantalizing interactions work best. Lavish everyone with compliments (including yourself).

We also want to have fun and express our love for life… and what better way is there to do that than to throw a huge party for everyone we love? And if a “huge party” doesn’t appeal, don’t opt for the couch and the TV: get out there. It’s a good time to take a chance!

“Taking a chance” applies to the financial realm, especially any ventures related to entertainment, children, sports, or the stock market.

Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra? If so, you will feel more outgoing and confident for the period Venus moves through Leo. Your heart will want to connect and be admired. Creative endeavors will feel satisfying to you. If you are a Leo Sun-sign or Rising-sign, you are going to have more love and beauty in your life for as long as Venus is in your sign.

Monday early afternoon, a Venus/Pluto opposition becomes exact at 12:05pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last week, Saturday morning (June 3rd) on, and it will remain strong until this Thursday (June 8th). We are called to create a balance between our desire for having fun and expressing our love for life in the present moment versus our desire to transform and shake things up when it comes to our visions for ourselves and for our communities.

We can learn a lot about ourselves through relationships during this opposition phase. We may not altogether like what we see, though, as we perhaps glimpse our own “darker” side — and it will be critical that we recognize it as our own “stuff” rather than projecting it onto a romantic partner, collaborator, or friend.

Sexual intensity can be a part of this transit, too — as can fear of losing meaningful connections or of being abandoned. Ask yourself: What fears or concerns are coming into awareness in connection with an important relationship of mine? What needs to transform so I can honor myself and connect in an authentic way and thus experience an empowered version of myself? Might I deepen my relationships with others if I brought 5% more grace and an open heart to my interactions?

We have a deeply lodged need to establish a sense of self-worth at this time; we may start to argue or lay blame in order to feel better about ourselves. We need to be less concerned with how we “appear” to others and more with how we actually “are”.

All of this could bring up deep feelings in connection with other people. There also might be a tendency to confuse “Love” and “Power” right now; as best as you can, be true to yourself and come from an open heart rather than a scared one. Ask yourself: What would “Love” do?

An opposition always comes back to the starting point of the conjunction between the two planets involved. In this case, Venus and Pluto aligned on January 1st, 2023, at 27.5º Capricorn. Think back to that time: What relationships began at the beginning of this year? How about the relationship you have with yourself? What seeds were planted? What have you learned about your shadow, your focus, and your ability to stay committed to something or someone? How far have you come since then?

This opposition is also part of a T-Square with Jupiter in Taurus. Feel free to get my webinar about the “Grand Cross in the Fixed Signs” for more on the subject.

Do you have your Ascendent, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 0-3 degrees of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, Scorpio or 27-29 degrees of Cancer, Capricorn, Aries, or Libra? If so, you may be more affected by this opposition. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Scorpio (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Pluto rules Scorpio).

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Tuesday, June 6th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn all day (see Monday early morning for details).

Tuesday, Saturn starts to slow down — begins its Station phase. “Stationing” is when a planet moves more slowly through the sky. When a planet stations, its energy becomes more “exalted”; in the case of Saturn, this means we all feel the need to more fully face what is currently so, our actual reality.

Saturn has to do with doing what needs to be done — so we can fully understand the practical implications of our reality and the consequences of our past actions. Saturn also represents our structures, responsibilities, commitments, and ability to “do” life on life’s terms.

As spirit beings in a physical world, it’s best to observe the laws of the physical world. The sooner we learn to “play by the rules”, the easier life gets. Saturn also represents time and the “domain” of time: growing up, maturing, understanding our limitations, setting healthy boundaries with others, living with integrity, being authentic and truthful, being serious and focused on building something of value to society.

Saturn is our teacher. If you had a cosmic teacher, what would your personal “earth class” be in right now? Where are you asked to look at your current “earth structures” and become more mature? Which long-term goal calls for a commitment? What will time do?

As best as you can during the time of the station, bring flexibility and open-mindedness to any frustrations. The station phase will last until June 24th, and Saturn starts its 4.5-month Retrograde phase on June 17th, in 7 degrees of Pisces (more on that in next week’s Forecast).

Until June 24th, we will feel a greater urge to go within, do our spiritual work, and face our various modes of escapism from this world. Ask yourself: What if I just decided to act with maturity and self-responsibility while staying present and going with the flow — even if I don’t know where things are headed?

What do I see now that needs my attention, that is keeping me from feeling truly connected to my intuitive knowing? To my higher Self? To my compassionate heart?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 5-9 degrees of Pisces, Virgo, Gemini, or Sagittarius? If so, you will be more affected by this station. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Capricorn since Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn.

Tuesday night/Wednesday very early morning, at 12:40am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 4 hours, until 4:42am EDT (Wednesday early morning). Use this intuitive time as an opportunity to soften your need for accomplishment with a gentler, more intuitive approach.

As always, with a Moon VoC as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Tuesday night until Wednesday early morning ahead of time.

Wednesday, June 7th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn and VoC until 4:42am EDT (see Monday early morning and Tuesday night for details).

Wednesday at 4:42am EDT, the Moon moves into freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius, where it will journey until Friday early morning. The energy of the Aquarian Moon relates to our instinct for improvement. Reactions are more intellectual than emotional, and interactions are more impersonal than personal. We are likely to have an increased fascination with the new and unusual.

Social gatherings, anything connected with group ideals and goals for the future, brainstorming, new ideas and methods, and progress are promoted while the Moon moves through Aquarius. Again: we have our eyes on the future — or outer space… Personal freedom becomes paramount.

Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius — and this planet is currently moving through Taurus, making these next two days a great time to look at our physical connection to our own body, finances, and whatever is most important to us on this planet.

It’s also a great time to innovate and make changes in our lives around any physical matters that no longer serve us or keep us stuck in the past; we need to elevate our thinking if we want our bodies and the planet to vibrate at a higher frequency.

Ask yourself: Do I need to give my body something different to raise it to a higher vibration? When I tune in to myself, what insights does my body provide?

Where have I become too rigid in connection with my body, my physical resources, or my talents? Where have I become too comfortable with those things? What is my connection to the Earth? To Nature? Do I need more physical space? More physical movement?

Wednesday early morning, we are invited to pay attention to our attachments and aversions around things, people, places, and even ourselves. Ask yourself: What if I were 5% less attached to people “seeing things my way”? (Moon conjuncts Pluto in Aquarius, exact at 4:48am EDT) 

Wednesday morning,  we are invited to make clear choices when it comes to relating to others. Do your best to honor your own creative self-expression when connecting with like-minded people. (Moon in Aquarius opposes Venus in Leo, exact at 7:39am EDT)

Wednesday late morning/early afternoon, we are invited to make some adjustments in our lives. As best as you can, find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable situations. Make space either for connections with like-minded people and involvement in a cause or for exploring your values and expanding your perspectives around financial issues or the physical enjoyment of life. (Moon in Aquarius squares Jupiter in Taurus, exact at 12:35pm EDT) 

Wednesday late evening, we are invited to make clear choices when it comes to engaging with like-minded people. Do your best to find a balance between your need for a cause that changes the future for some (or many) and your desire for heartfelt, joyful self-expression and courageous actions (Moon in Aquarius opposes Mars in Leo, exact at 10:11pm EDT)

Thursday, June 8th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius all day (see Wednesday early morning for details).

Thursday late afternoon, Venus squares the Moon Nodes (in 3º05′ of Taurus-Scorpio), when she reaches 3º05′ of Leo. This aspect started to build from Monday (June 5th) on; it will stay strong until Sunday evening (June 11th). Squares mark turning points; they challenge us to go beyond our survival strategies and stay joyful, self-expressed, and with our hearts wide open.

With these Squares, we are being asked to take a 90-degree turn, showing our gratitude for our relationships and for all we have already received and enjoyed where finances and relationships are concerned.

We must make a perceptual shift in order to move forward — and this one is a turning point in our relationships (the one with ourselves included) — we must balance our need for physical comforts against more authentic, emotional connections — those that support a deeper understanding of our past traumas and support us in moving beyond them into a future that provides stability and abundance.

Ask yourself: Where do I need to step more fully into my power while remaining self-expressed and open? What might become possible for me if I got really clear about how to create more joyful, authentic connections in my life? How might focusing on what I am grateful for create more ease and joy? What might keep a smile on my face, no matter what?

Since we are dealing with a lot of Fixed Signs here, it would be futile to get too attached to thoughts, visions, pride, emotional connections, comforts, habits, opinions, etc.

Jupiter is very close to the North Node in Taurus, while Pluto in Aquarius opposes Venus in Leo, and they both square the Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio; so, we are dealing with a fixed Grand Cross. It demands we stay the course and pay attention to our attachments and aversions around things, people, places, and even ourselves.

Ask yourself: What if I were 5% less attached to others “seeing things my way”? What if “always getting what I want” was not all it’s cracked up to be? How could I take things 5% less personally when dealing with others? What am I resisting? What needs my attention? What needs my appreciation when it comes to relating, connecting with others, and honoring myself?

Feel free to learn more about the current Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio (as they relate to your own birth chart) here. And, also feel free to get my webinar about the “Grand Cross in the Fixed Signs” for more on the subject.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-6 degrees of Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, or Aquarius? If so, you will feel this planetary configuration quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra).

Thursday night/Friday very early morning, at 12:24am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for almost 6 hours, until 6:14am EDT (Friday early morning). Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments in your life. As best as you can, find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable situations.

Make space either for connections with like-minded people and involvement in a cause or for sharing your own values and learning about financial benefits or physical enjoyment.

As always, with a Moon VoC as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Thursday night until Friday early morning ahead of time.

Friday, June 9th:

Friday, the Moon remains in freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius and VoC until 6:14am EDT (see Wednesday early morning and Thursday night for details).

Friday at 6:14am EDT, the Moon moves into creative, sensitive Pisces, where it will journey until Sunday late morning. This Moon placement often finds us more sensitive, intuitive, idealistic, and imaginative than usual. We also have a greater capacity for compassion, sympathy, and affection for all, especially those who suffer or can be regarded as the underdog.

But that idealism could also be our downfall at this time: We tend to see the best in everyone and everything, and when reality doesn’t match our idyllic vision, we might feel upset and even victimized by those harsh realities. A way out of this is to channel our idealism into spiritual or creative endeavors.

It’s also an excellent time for releasing fears — especially the ones based on a sense of separation — and experiencing “oneness”. Feelings tend to flow more freely; as best as you can, let them — in fact, “going with the flow” is the best way to go for the next couple of days.

Neptune is the ruler of Pisces — and it is currently in its own sign, making these next two days a great time to take a look at our inner spiritual connection to our “higher Self”, “Source”, or “God/Goddess”.

It’s also a great time to allow all there is as it is, and to go with the flow, following our intuitive voice as much as possible. We are being asked to tap into the “feminine” energies within ourselves, so we can start to vibrate on a universal frequency.

Ask yourself: Is my “Higher Self” asking for more introverted/inner love time? If I tune in with my intuitive voice, what am I receiving? Sensing?

Where in my life have I become too disconnected from life? Love? God/Goddess? What is my connection to the spiritual realm? What about the “heart realm”? How could nature and animals teach me about those realms?

Do I need more downtime? More resting time? More compassion? How might being kind to myself and trusting the process of Life create a more loving connection with the universe?

This Moon placement also starts the build-up towards the last Quarter Moon, exact on Saturday afternoon (more on that tomorrow…)

Friday late afternoon, an opportune Mercury/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 5:14pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Thursday morning on; it will remain strong until Saturday night. This aspect gives us the opportunity to bring compassion and an intuitive approach to our thinking process.

Having faith and connecting to our Higher Selves will be of service to us at this time. Any artistic or spiritual endeavors are likely to do well at this time. Music might help us with our thinking process and ability to get things done.

Let yourself be inspired! A book, a song, a movie, or someone else’s words allow the Universe to speak to you. Open your mind to a higher vibration — and remember, opportunities are openings… they aren’t necessarily handed to us… we have to “take” them and make something of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 25-29 degrees of Taurus, Pisces, Capricorn, or Cancer? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Pisces (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Neptune rules Pisces). 

Saturday, June 10th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces all day (see Friday morning for details).

Saturday very early morning, an opportune Sun/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 3:07am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Wednesday evening on, and it will remain strong until next week, Monday (June 12th). This aspect is an opportunity for self-healing; this could support our confidence and bring us into better alignment with our physical and emotional bodies.

We all have flaws, wounds, and insecurities. The more we can open up to that being ok for ourselves, the less judgmental we will be with others. This is also a great time to recognize that our so-called flaws and insecurities have become some of our best assets and strengths — how might this be true for you?

Until Monday morning (June 12th), as best as you can, practice gentleness; be kind to yourself and others. Again, remember: an opportunity is an opening, a glimpse of new possibilities — so “opportunities” are not simply handed to us, tied up with a bow — we have to “take” them and make something of them. What will you do with this particular opportunity?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 17-21 degrees of Gemini, Aries, Aquarius, or Leo? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo (the Sun rules Leo).

Saturday at 3:31pm EDT, the last Quarter Moon in 19.5 degrees of Pisces becomes exact. We started to feel this aspect build the moment the Moon entered Pisces, on Friday morning. The Moon in creative, sensitive Pisces makes a challenging aspect to the Sun in versatile, fast-thinking Gemini. This may bring challenges; however, it also energizes us to look at what needs to be completed — and what needs to be changed.

This Moon phase brings us closer to the next New Moon in Gemini (on June 18th). With the last Quarter Moon, rather than starting major new projects, it serves us to take a look at what needs to be completed.

What — if anything — needs last-minute adjustments? What did you discover since May 19th? What did it mean for you? As best as you can, find creative solutions for anything that comes up (whether internally or with others).

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 17-21 degrees of Pisces, Gemini, Virgo, or Sagittarius? If so, you will feel this month’s last Quarter Moon quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).

Sunday, June 11th:

Sunday is a huge day (astrologically speaking); the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces until 9:20am EDT (see Friday morning for details).

Sunday at 5:47am EDT, Pluto re-enters ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn (due to its current Retrograde phase). Pluto started its 15-year journey through this sobering Earth sign in January 2008 and continued until March 23rd, 2023; this return visit will last until January 21st, 2024. This journey initiated a deeper inquiry into our relationship to traditions, social structures, and authority (both inner and outer).

Think back to the period between January and late March of this year: What did you learn about your own authority in the world? What came up in your business dealings with others? How about with your Soul Purpose? What deeper issues need to be re-addressed from that time? What is asking to be transformed?

And now, turning your attention to the 15 years that have passed since 2008: What toxic traditions have you uncovered from your social conditioning? Where have you put too much pressure on yourself because of these toxic traditions and conditionings? What has been your biggest “SHOULD” over the past 15 years? Are you ready to make choices that are not based on “shoulds”? What would that look like?

Between now and Oct. 10th, with Pluto in Retrograde, we have a chance to re-evaluate our relationship to our long-term goals and aspirations and how empowered we feel about them out there in the world (i.e. within the current social structures that are in place). This is an internal process — a chance to go within and see what feels most in alignment with our Soul’s desire for sustainable autonomy.

This is also an optimal time to continue any unfinished processes in connection to our Soul Purpose. We are invited to dig deeper and transform what doesn’t feel emotionally authentic and make deeper alliances with people, places, or things that bring us closer to an empowered experience — one where we can feel passionate about what we are building out there in the world.

A systematic, practical approach to reaching our goals is definitely favored until January of next year; we may obsess over long-term successes, so make sure you incorporate some self-care.

Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Scorpio? If so, you will be more serious and possibly more eager to accomplish concrete goals. Do you have your Ascendent or Sun-sign in Capricorn? If so, you will most likely feel a greater need for deeper connections and for processing old traumas.

Sunday early morning, a harmonious Mercury/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 6:26am EDT. We started to feel this aspect from this Friday morning on; it will be strong until Tuesday (June 13th). Our words and our “speaking” are very grounded and realistic. We can feel really empowered by what we say (and how we say it) during this time. Our conviction and passion helps us to connect and empower others.

We are strongly connected to our inner truth and can analyze and understand our motivations toward long-term goals. We investigate our own thoughts in a very realistic way and look to see what needs to be done next.

Ask yourself: which of my values and preferences support my long-term goals? What — if anything — needs a closer look (and deep honesty with myself) when it comes to my long-term goals or achievements? What needs to be addressed and brought up into full consciousness in order to get to a place of emotional authenticity with myself and the world?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 26-29 degrees of Taurus, Capricorn, Virgo, or 0-2 degrees of Gemini, Aquarius, or Libra? If so, you will be even more blessed by this aspect than those who do not; this is also true for those of us with our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo or Scorpio (Mercury rules Gemini and Virgo, Pluto rules Scorpio).

Sunday at 6:27am EDT, Mercury changes signs from steady, slow-paced Taurus to curious, quick-witted Gemini, where it will journey until June 26th. For the next 2 weeks, our thinking shifts gears: Mercury — the energy of communication — will pick up the pace of our lives just a little.

Mental exchanges and abilities take priority for the next two weeks — talking, writing, sharing, connecting to the world around us in whatever way we can (internet, phone, in person, TV, radio…). This is a time with great potential for studying and learning, curiosity and open-mindedness, and social/intellectual growth.

Make sure you don’t exhaust yourself during this time. As best as you can, keep taking breaks and let yourself see the larger picture now and again. Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini or Virgo? If so, you will feel the pick up in pace more strongly.

Sunday late morning, at 9:20am EDT, we enter a very, very brief Moon VoC that will last less than one minute. Take this moment to close your eyes, take some deep breaths, and tune in.

Sunday, also at 9:20am EDT, the Moon moves into pioneering, fast-paced Aries, where it will journey until Tuesday afternoon. Life is an adventure, we’re more open to new ideas and have great enthusiasm for new projects. Patience is certainly not our strong suit at this time, but we can decide quickly and act immediately.

Our independence and dynamism are important to us right now, so we may find it hard to be disciplined or accept advice at this time; in general, our responses to others tend to be more assertive or even aggressive. If you find your foot tapping, try hitting the gym or finding other ways to burn off the body’s excess energy.

Sunday late morning, a challenging Venus/Jupiter aspect becomes exact at 11:40am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Wednesday evening (June 7th) on; it will remain strong until next week, Thursday evening (June 15th). This aspect asks that we question our most fundamental beliefs and conditioning around money, valuing ourselves, and our relationships.

We are invited to investigate how we view our life philosophies. We are called to grow beyond our current understanding of what our values led us to pursue until now. What are you observing about yourself and your life perspectives and expectations of others? What is enough… and what is too much?

Issues connected to love, relationships, and whatever is most valuable to us can seem overwhelming at this time. This is because we have a tendency to overindulge or over-promise.

Ask yourself: When it comes to money, could it be that I sometimes operate from assumptions that no longer hold up? If that were so, what might those assumptions be? What might the worn-out assumptions around love be? Where am I overindulging, based on what I think I deserve, rather than what is truly meaningful to me and realistic?

Overspending could also be a real issue here with this aspect. If you feel overly optimistic about a financial undertaking or a relationship, ask yourself: Could I write down at least three pros and cons to gain a clearer, more realistic picture?

We mean well because we are feeling quite optimistic and open-hearted at this time, but may underestimate how much time we actually have or how good a fit something actually is. As best as you can, bring a non-judgmental awareness to any such tendencies.

Ask yourself: Where do I need to distinguish between what I want and what I need? Between Abundance and Indulgence? Between Persistent and Stubborn? 

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 2-9 degrees of Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, or Aquarius? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Sagittarius (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius). 

And…

A heads up for next Monday (June 12th): the Moon remains in pioneering, fast-paced Aries all day. In the morning, the Moon trines Mars in Leo, exact at 8:35am EDT. In the evening, the Moon conjuncts Chiron in Aries, exact at 7:15pm EDT; and in the late evening, it sextiles the Sun in Gemini, exact at 11:59pm EDT. Also, on Monday, Saturn’s Station phase intensifies at 7º of Pisces. More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.

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May 29th – June 4th

by Sonja Francis | May 28, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Be Attuned to the Intelligence of Nature

This week’s headline items: Mercury’s post-Shadow phase ends on Wednesday afternoon; Jupiter aligns with the North Node in Taurus on Thursday evening; the Full Moon in Sagittarius becomes exact late on Saturday evening.

There will be four Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday early morning (for a little over 5 hours), Wednesday late morning (for almost 9 hours), Friday evening (for a little over 4 hours), and Sunday late evening (for a little over 4 hours).

Before we get to this week’s Forecast, a gentle reminder:

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Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, May 29th:

Monday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo until 10:51am EDT. Until then, we are generous with our time/services, and we love to help others. We also have a fondness for science and anything that makes sense in our world — things and knowledge we can apply and use.

Health might also come into focus at this time. We notice the parts that make up the whole; this is a great time to see if our daily routines (eating, work, self-care, etc.) align with our long-term goals.

Monday at 5:46am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last a little over 5 hours until 10:51am EDT. Use this intuitive time to balance head and heart, facts and faith, reason and intuition.

It’s an excellent time for connecting with others and being of service. You may also want to talk to your pets or engage in more spiritual conversations that can also support your physical well-being.

As always, with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday morning ahead of time.

Monday at 10:51am EDT, the Moon moves into harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, where it will journey until Wednesday evening (May 31st). The energy of the Libra Moon helps us be naturally courteous and diplomatic; we are more polite at this time as we seek the approval of others.

We want to maintain equal, fair relationships at this time and are therefore open to making compromises and negotiating. These next two days are a great time for mediation — but our need for peace and accompanying aversion to direct conflict could pull us to “yes” more easily than we might like.

We may also be able to see both sides of the equation so well that we can’t make decisions. As best as you can, find an inner balance with this and communicate what needs to be said with grace and charm — even if it’s “No”   One last quick note: this is also a great time for anything to do with visual arts.

Monday night/Tuesday very early morning, we are invited to make some more internal adjustments. We may want to connect with others, but may also need to focus our own energy bodies and take a more serious look at our spiritual or creative goals. What do you recognize works best for you when you get in touch with your intuitive, more creative side? What does spiritual self-mastery mean to you? (Moon in Libra quincunxes Saturn in Pisces, exact at 12:18am EDT) 

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Tuesday, May 30th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day (see Monday late morning for details).

Tuesday early morning,  if we are awake already, we may feel rather social and aware of our need for mental stimulation. So, if you are already up and about, do your best to have stimulating conversations — and allow for open-minded discussions with win-win outcomes. (Moon in Libra trines the Sun in Gemini, exact at 3:39am EDT) 

Tuesday afternoon,  we are invited to make some internal adjustments: on the one hand, we may feel the need to connect with others and be polite, diplomatic, or agreeable — but on the other hand, we may also want to communicate our preferences and think about how we can honor ourselves — our physical & material needs and wants (Moon in Libra quincunxes Mercury in Taurus, exact at 2:50pm EDT)

Tuesday late evening, we become more aware that we need to find a balance between two very different energies — on the one hand, taking a compassionate approach towards our personal goals while being assertive (in a holistic way) out there in the world — and on the other hand, our need to connect and collaborate with others.

Ask yourself: what if taking a compassionate approach toward my “human persona” made for more fulfilling connections with others? (Moon in Libra opposes Chiron in Aries, exact at 10:54pm EDT)

Wednesday, May 31st:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra until 8:29pm EDT (see Monday late morning for details).

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Wednesday late morning, at 10:53am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for almost 9 hours, until 7:45pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments in your life. As best as you can, find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable situations. You might feel the need both to stay within your safety zone and connect and collaborate with others — stretch a little, as best you can.

Make space for receiving nurturing support from others — or for taking care of yourself — and also for connecting and collaborating whilst honoring your need for safety and familiarity. Be kind to yourself and others if your needs do not perfectly align.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Wednesday late morning until the evening ahead of time. 

Wednesday around 3:11pm EDT, Mercury’s post-Shadow phase ends. We no longer need to look back in order to learn or share something new, buy or sell something different, or make new connections.

As you may recall, on May 14th, when Mercury stationed direct, I mentioned the Mercury Shadow phases as well: If you want to buy, sell or ship big-ticket items, it’s best to avoid the periods shortly before Mercury goes retrograde and after Mercury goes direct. This is especially true if the items are connected to transportation (cars, plane tickets, etc.) or communication (phone, computer, iPad, etc.)

The good news is this Shadow phase ends this afternoon when Mercury reaches 15º36′ of Taurus. This means we can finally go ahead and book those plane tickets — or buy that new car or iPhone (or anything else communication- or transportation-related). We can also more easily take in new information, so teaching, sharing, and learning will be more effective. Click here to read my blog on the subject.

Wednesday evening, at 8:29pm EDT, the Moon moves into passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio, where it will journey until Friday night/ Saturday very early morning. Emotional authenticity is extremely important to us at this time; anything less than 100% emotional honesty could be perceived as flat-out dishonest. Once we feel safe trusting someone, we want to merge with them, preferably forever… as long as our trust is never betrayed.

The Moon in Scorpio urges us to uncover our own power. It does so through subtraction — it urges us to let go of whatever disempowers us. This makes it an excellent time to look at “old” fears, limiting habits, or emotional attachments, especially those stemming from past traumas.

The Moon in Scorpio tends to run right over ambiguity — it’s “in or out”, “with us or against us”, “love me or leave me”, etc. It can therefore be stormy — a cold winter storm, or a torrid tropical storm of passion, depending on how we “work” the energies.

Manipulation and paranoia are the lower vibrations of this placement, so as best you can, be straightforward — act in good faith and assume it in others. Best of all, be truly present to the fluctuations of your feelings — no matter if they’re “polite” or “timely”. Feelings aren’t facts, but they are information — and heeding them will help you embrace all of who you are.

Know thyself — and love thyself — you shall be set free. Remember: Love connects us to the Power within; Fear causes “Force” to show up — and that’s ultimately what disempowers us and others.

Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio — and it is currently transiting through Aquarius, making this a great time to transform our visions for humanity and our future on this planet — and to empower ourselves and others within our communities (locally or online).

It’s also a great time to dig deeper into our various networks and connections to like-minded people; so as best as you can, be authentic about your affiliations. Does participation in your current groups or networks feel empowering or disempowering? Do I feel a deep emotional alignment with like-minded people in my life? Am I allowing myself to hear the deepest calling of my Soul?

Ask yourself: Where am I looking to create more empowerment in my life? What about the lives of others? How might a self-expressed and courageously heartfelt approach serve my communities and foster better collaborations?

Use this time to create deeper, more empowering emotional connections with like-minded people, especially if you are feeling a disconnect with other networks or affiliations out there in the world. Remember: Love expands us, others, and life. Fear paralyzes!

Thursday, June 1st:

Thursday, the Moon remains in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio all day (see Wednesday evening for details).

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Thursday afternoon, a somewhat challenging Mars/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 3:31pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect from Tuesday evening on; it will be strong until Saturday morning. This combo contributes to feeling either a lack of physical energy or a need to focus on our inner commitment toward spiritual sovereignty.

This aspect feels “internal” — inner unease and awkwardness — and we need to make a choice. Given that it is an internal issue, we need to develop an inner awareness if we’re to see what needs adjusting. Too much work, too many external commitments, or too many activities could leave us feeling de-energized right now.

We create our own limits; slowing and quieting down helps us see this. If we have a better sense of time, we can do less and achieve more — and we can do this as soon as we manage our commitments and start to use our judgment for discernment rather than “compare and despair”.

Could you let go, just for now, of wanting to rank things in order? Could you let go, just for now, of wanting to be in control? Might slowing down and turning inward give you the result that you are looking for?

Might it be possible that showing gratitude towards others and opening your heart might lead to less stress or pressure?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 6-8 degrees of Leo or Pisces? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries or Capricorn (Mars is the ruler of Aries; Saturn rules Capricorn).

Thursday evening, Jupiter aligns with the North Node in 3.5 degrees of Taurus, exact at 8:43pm EDT. We started to feel this alignment from May 20th on; it will be strong until June 13th. We are invited to make a conscious effort when it comes to the perspectives and attitudes we have or have had up until now toward our relationship with the physical plane.

We are advised to be more in touch with the wisdom of our own body, more attuned to the intelligence of nature and what feels natural, and more aware of our intrinsic value (from birth).

Ask yourself: What perspective shift might bring a healthier experience and honoring of my body? Or my physical reality?

What is my current attitude toward my value in the world? Do I reject or hoard material abundance? Do I see material abundance as a good or bad influence on people? Do I see it as a burden? Unattainable? Do I give it too much or not enough of my attention?

What meaning do I ascribe to all things physical?

To read more about Jupiter in Taurus or the Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio, feel free to read my articles on the subject here

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-6 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you will be more affected by this alignment. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Sagittarius (Jupiter rules Sagittarius).

Friday, June 2nd:

Friday, the Moon remains in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio all day (see Wednesday evening for details).

Friday evening, a harmonious Venus/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 6:42pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Wednesday on, and it will remain strong until Sunday evening. This aspect makes for a very creative and beautiful time; music, art, movies, and theater are in high demand. Spiritual endeavors are easily shared with others.

We might not have the best boundaries in our relationships, socializing, or money… but we sure as hell know how to enjoy ourselves. We connect to others in a compassionate, sweet, loving way; we are more likely to feel romantic.

Our intuition and instincts are strongly supported here too. Trusting and opening up to others becomes easier; we give ourselves permission to receive love and emotional support. As best as you can, let all feelings flow.

Ask yourself: Could I permit myself to receive love and emotional support from familiar sources? Is there anything from my past or relationships from the past that I am ready to release or let go of?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 22-28 degrees of Cancer, Pisces, or Scorpio? If so, you will be most blessed by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Pisces (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Neptune rules Pisces).

Friday later in the evening, at 8:51pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 4 hours, until 1:03am EDT (Saturday very early morning).

Use this intuitive time to connect with yourself and loved ones on a deep level. As best as you can, allow whatever comes up to be beneficial for you. Most of all, allow yourself to be vulnerable and connect with trusted people around deep emotional issues stemming from the past. Baby steps and a gentle approach are best.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Friday evening and Friday night ahead of time.

Friday night/Saturday very early morning, at 1:03am EDT, the Moon moves into optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius, where it will journey until next week, Monday very early morning (June 5th). We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn. We’re not likely to be big fans of routine — diversity and new adventures work best at this time — we’re also physically restless and need to burn that off with activity and physical exercise.

We tend to feel more open, optimistic, and inspired — but we also have a high degree of independence — and taking these two influences together, we’d rather inspire others to do things our way, as opposed to issuing or obeying orders. Inspiring others could come easier than normal, as we can see the bigger picture, leaving us confident that others will agree with us once they see what we see.

As best as you can, speak your truth without assuming that everyone is on the same page as you. Improvisation works well for us at this time, as we are spontaneous and love living on the edge — just watch out you aren’t overdoing or overstating things.

Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius — and it is currently transiting through Taurus, making this a great time to explore our physical reality and comforts. As best as you can, bring the enthusiastic energies of Jupiter to the fulfillment of your physical needs — and get excited about new ways of experiencing abundance in your life.

Ask yourself: What road might lead to a closer connection to honoring and appreciating the physical world — in general, and more specifically, my own (my body, my money, my stuff)? What if I took a 5% more positive attitude towards my finances?

What personal beliefs about my own value am I now ready to explore or go beyond? Could I allow myself to have faith while exploring the physical world from a new perspective?

Use this time to embrace your self-worth, allow yourself to see beauty everywhere, and value yourself exactly as you are and as you are not. When you honor your own values and preferences, you are honoring life itself! What you conclude in the name of self-love, others will benefit from it in the end.

This also starts the build up towards the Full Moon (exact Saturday late evening). More on that tomorrow…

Saturday, June 3rd:

Saturday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius all day (see Friday night for details).

Saturday late evening at 11:42pm EDT, the Full Moon in 13 degrees of Sagittarius becomes exact. We started to feel the build-up towards this Full Moon from the moment the Moon entered Sagittarius on Friday night. 

For the next two weeks, we seek balance as we become more aware of something that needs to be brought into alignment or integrated. The balance in question is between our mental processes — symbolized by Gemini — and our quest for a larger truth or meaning (linked to Sagittarius). 

To learn more about this month’s Full Moon and if you are a Member of my online community, please click here to watch my Full Moon video.

Just to give you an overview:

* The Moon in Sagittarius makes several aspects in this Full Moon chart, as does Jupiter, the ruler of Sagittarius.
* Venus is getting ready to change signs from Cancer to Leo (on June 5th), following in Mars’ footsteps.
* Mercury, the ruler of Gemini, is conjunct Uranus in Taurus.
* Saturn in Pisces will start to slow down (station, and is thus exalted) from June 6th on.

More about the specifics in a moment, but one thing to remember: Full Moons are always times of awareness and culmination. We see things we have not seen before and get to make changes if we don’t like what we see.

So think back to the New Moon phase that started on May 19th: What seeds were planted then? What has “sprouted” since? 

Before we talk about all of the aspects of this Full Moon, let’s first talk about the Sagittarian-Gemini polarity:

At its highest vibration, Sagittarius shows us a broader perspective, which has us looking beyond facts and learned knowledge to our direct life experiences and the wisdom gained. It’s all about seeking a higher truth and meaning for life’s challenges — a philosophy that would help us understand life’s trials and tribulations.

So that’s Sagittarius’s highest vibration — what of its shadow side?

When we suppress this energy inside of us, we become unquestioningly attached to our belief systems and the stories we tell ourselves about life — and therefore self-righteous — perhaps we even persecute those who differ in their point of view. We are also more easily susceptible to excesses of all kinds.

Now let’s look at Gemini: at its highest vibration, this sign helps us… To read the whole article and get all the Coaching Questions for this month’s Full Moon, click here.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 11-15 degrees of Sagittarius, Gemini, Virgo, or Pisces? If so, you are more affected by this month’s Full Moon. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).

Sunday, June 4th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius all day (see Friday night for details).

Sunday afternoon, a Mercury/Uranus alignment in 20.5 degrees of Taurus becomes exact at 3:40pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Friday on; and it will remain strong until next week, Tuesday (June 6th). An important insight is coming through — and we want to turn this insight into something real — something tangible, practical, and beautiful.

We might find ourselves part of some really unusual conversations, our minds could be flooded with new information and ideas, and we most likely feel excited by these fresh ideas and insights.

It’s a time when we could achieve real breakthroughs in the form of ideas, communications, and the mind in general — but coupled with the possibility of edginess and impatience toward those who don’t value our new insights. Nervousness, impulsivity, and fidgeting could be a by-product of this alignment as well.

Computers and electronics may suddenly become important. We’ll likely have flashes of insight into our own mental workings, original thoughts, etc. As best as you can, and as much as you want to, stay open to other dimensions and stay grounded in your body. That way, all that energy can move through you without shaking you to the core  

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 17-24 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Aquarius  (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Uranus rules Aquarius).

Sunday late evening, at 11:24pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 4 hours, until 3:31am EDT (Monday early morning). Use this intuitive time to honor both your need for adventure and exploration of life and your need to go within and get quiet. You may also feel a pull between introvert and extrovert, or simply fast and slow.

Tune in for a moment and see if you need to take a break or at least slow down a little. As best as you can, be compassionate and kind to yourself.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Sunday night until Monday very early morning ahead of time.

And…

A heads up for next Monday (June 5th): the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius and VoC until 3:31am EDT. At that time, the Moon moves into ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn, where it will journey until Wednesday early morning (June 7th). At 9:46am EDT, Venus changes signs from sensitive, protective Cancer to fun-loving, extroverted Leo, where it will journey until Oct. 9th — an unusually long time due to its upcoming Retrograde phase (in late July-early September). In the early afternoon, a Venus/Pluto opposition becomes exact at 12:05pm EDT.  We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday morning (June 3rd) on, and it will remain strong until Thursday (June 8th). More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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by Sonja Francis | May 21, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Moving Too Fast?

This week’s headline items: we can feel a T-Square between Jupiter in Taurus, Mars in Leo, and Pluto in Aquarius all week; the same is true for the Grand Cross that involves the Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio. On Wednesday afternoon, it’s time to start taking action on our New Moon intentions — and the first Quarter Moon in Virgo becomes exact on Saturday late morning.

There will only be two Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Wednesday early morning (for almost 5.5 hours), and Friday very early morning (for 20.5 hours).

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Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, May 22nd:

Monday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day. It will journey there until Wednesday late morning. With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say, and therefore our feelings are more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others. Self-Care is key until Wednesday late morning.

Emotional safety is important to us as well; we like connecting to the familiar, and we enjoy nurturing ourselves and others — home and family call to us, for instance. Make sure though, that your own glass is full before letting others drink from it; if you don’t, you might start to feel drained and resentful.

Monday very early morning, an opportune Sun/Mars aspect becomes exact at 1:57am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last week, Wednesday (May 17th) on; it will remain strong until this Saturday evening (May 27th). Many of us feel an inner joy now when communicating and connecting with others; it is a good time to link this to passionate self-expression and the joyful creation of our life, as we see it in alignment with our heart energies.

We have to “take” opportunities, and this one is no exception: It requires us to take action. What if there was a single, really simple action step, that would feel almost effortless? What might it be?

Our self-confidence and self-esteem can get a boost: we feel we can meet life on life’s terms and stand up for ourselves (and our point of view) without becoming hostile or confrontational. Body and mind can align, and we want to move fast! Patience is probably not on top of our list…

Ask yourself: What might sharing something that I feel passionate about allow me to do? How might adding a dash of love, gratitude, and joy create whole-hearted interactions with others?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-4 degrees of Gemini, Leo, Aries, or Aquarius? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Aries (the Sun rules Leo; Mars is the ruler of Aries).

Monday early afternoon is a great time to focus on spiritual/intuitive experiences or creative endeavors and to lend loving and nurturing support to others. As best as you can, focus on the here and now, and release anything that feels outdated or stuck in the past. (Moon in Cancer trines Saturn in Pisces, exact at 12:24pm EDT)

Monday mid-late afternoon we have an opportunity to think about the physical comforts in our lives that give us pleasure and stability and see if they are in alignment with who we are… Are your needs being met? Do your physical comforts leave you feeling nurtured?

It is also an opportunity to connect to family (or friends that feel like family) and talk about things that could improve everyone’s well-being — this could include financial issues or concerns, or simply looking at our physical reality and what feeds us. (Moon in Cancer sextiles Mercury in Taurus, exact at 3:07pm EDT)

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Tuesday, May 23rd:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day (see Monday for details).

Tuesday very early morning, a challenging Mars/Jupiter aspect becomes exact at 1:13am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from May 14th on, and it will remain strong until May 31st. This aspect is an opportunity to grow by stretching between two poles:

On the one hand, we are eager to explore down-to-earth financial perspectives and fill our pocketbooks; on the other hand, we also want to express ourselves in a joyful way and playfully go after what we feel passionate about.

We may thus have to address the ways in which we are not honoring reality — for example, by overdoing or over-promising — we may also stretch ourselves too much, either by moving too fast or by trying to expand beyond what feels healthy and whole-hearted. As best as you can, make adjustments and find creative solutions when it comes to these energies.

Whatever comes up, ask yourself: What am I ready to learn from how I see myself? Is my enthusiasm running away with me? Does “this” truly feel like I am honoring my current reality? Am I able to stay whole-hearted?

With this aspect, we seek excitement and growth right now; we may not be satisfied with how things are — we feel an inner restlessness that demands freedom and “space” but doesn’t necessarily return the favor. We may have a tendency to overdo or over-exert — and our expectations of ourselves and others might be way too high.

Ask yourself: What might open up if I expected 5% less of myself, just for today? What if I applied that to others too? Might my physical and mental energy levels help me be realistic about how much I can expect of myself right now?

With this aspect, we never feel that we have enough money, beauty, time for relaxation, time for playfulness, etc. — and it’s difficult knowing when to stop. As best as you can, pause and reflect: this will help with that feeling that you can’t get enough, no matter what you do.

If we are going to get tripped up here, it would be because we don’t know when to stop (or say no).

That said: we needn’t expect to feel tormented — in fact, this could also be a playful and humorous time, with lots of joking around (including practical jokes), smiles, and laughter. The key to this aspect is connecting the desire to have fun and be joyfully self-expressed to our desire for growth around our exploration of honoring ourselves and our physical reality.

Mars aligned with Jupiter in 3º of Aries in late May 2022. Think back to that time: What projects began in the late Spring of 2022? What seeds were planted? Where are the obstacles showing up? Where do I need to grow beyond what I knew myself to be last year?

This Square is also part of a T-Square with Pluto in Aquarius. Feel free to watch my New Moon video on the subject, or read my New Moon article

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-5 degrees of  Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius, or 28-29 degrees of Cancer, Aries, Libra, or Capricorn? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries or Sagittarius  (Mars is the ruler of Aries, Jupiter of Sagittarius).

Tuesday late morning/early afternoon, we are invited to make adjustments and (as best as we can) find creative solutions to seemingly insoluble situations. Make space both for healing around anger or self-identity and for taking care of emotional or family issues. (Moon in Cancer squares Chiron in Aries, exact at 11:36am EDT)

Tuesday afternoon, we have an opportunity to connect to family (or friends that feel like family) and create breakthroughs around things that we enjoy through our five senses (e.g. food). This may also be a good time to find a unique or global approach to financial matters that bring us a sense of emotional security. (Moon in Cancer sextiles Uranus in Taurus, exact at 2:07pm EDT)

Wednesday, May 24th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer until 10:35am EDT (see Monday for details).

Wednesday early morning, at 5:12am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last almost 5.5 hours, until 10:35am EDT. Use this intuitive time to be in a state of “flow” and emotional connection to others; spiritual and creative endeavors are favored at this time.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or go with the flow. You may also want to plan Wednesday morning ahead of time.

Wednesday late morning, at 10:35am EDT, the Moon moves into fun and attention-loving Leo, where it will journey until Friday late evening. We may lack objectivity and struggle with backing down or compromising. We all love to be admired — or at the very least acknowledged — for our greatness …

So hand out some compliments — let people know how proud you are of them and how much you love them. Come from the heart in this and all other things… be honest and authentic as best you can. Fun, games, and romance are a big part of this energy as well. You might also enjoy spending time with little ones.

If there are no “outer children” around, how about getting in touch with your “inner child” — it’s easier for the next two-and-a-half days. What are you most grateful for today? What would be heaps and heaps of fun? What would be so much fun, you let out a tiny squeak just thinking of it?

Wednesday afternoon, from 3pm EDT on, it is time to start taking action on our New Moon intentions! If you set Intentions on May 19th, 20th or 21st – after the New Moon became exact — from this afternoon on will be the best time to start taking relevant actions.

If you wrote your intentions down, look at what came through intuitively. If you didn’t write anything down, get quiet and check in with yourself: What actions are calling to me?

Wednesday evening, a challenging Venus/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 7:39pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last week, Sunday (May 21st) on, and it will remain strong until this Saturday night. This aspect asks us to stretch past injuries and insecurities in our relationships, self-worth, and finances. If we can bring compassion and a different point of view to these issues, we will reach a new understanding of ourselves and our life journey.

We have the opportunity to learn from one another; ironically though, social insecurities can be magnified at this time. Whenever Chiron is involved, we are asked to do some healing work; as best as you can, use this time to learn about your sore spots. Nobody is perfect: we all have our flaws and idiosyncrasies. It’s ok.

If you get triggered by someone, as best as you can, take it as an opportunity to see where this trigger originated — probably in your childhood. Bring love and compassion to yourself as you are, and as you were. Allow any feelings this may stir up in you. A feeling is just energy that wants to be experienced; it wants to move through us and out.

The more we resist our feelings, the more we keep them spinning in place. As best as you can, move from the head to the heart: What might change if you had 5% more compassion for yourself and others? What if you just decided to have faith in the healing process?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 15-22 degrees of Cancer, Aries, Capricorn, or Libra? If so, you are more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra). 

Thursday, May 25th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo all day (see Wednesday late morning for details).

Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning, feels a little uneasy. We need to develop inner awareness around two seemingly opposite pulls: on the one hand, a realistic assessment of our sensitivities and intuitive knowing; on the other, our need for self-expression, play, and fun.

We are invited to make some internal adjustments. We may want to fully express ourselves, but may also need to be realistic about any limitations in connection to our feeling-body. The question is: Could I allow myself to feel the mismatch of those two desires? As best as you can, make adjustments as needed, and drop any self-judgment (Moon in Leo quincunxes Saturn in Pisces, exact at 12:09am EDT)

Thursday morning, we are invited to make some adjustments in our lives. As best as you can, find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable situations. Make space for creative self-expression and fun, and also for talking, learning, or writing about physical pleasures and what is most important to you on the physical plane. (Moon in Leo squares Mercury in Taurus, exact at 6:11am EDT)

Thursday night/Friday very early morning at 2:38am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last 20.5 hours, until 11:05pm EDT (Friday late evening). We may feel pulled in two quite different directions during this intuitive time: On the one hand, we experience a need for connecting with our inner child energy (creative self-expressions and joy), on the other hand, we want to make space for pursuing our financial vision — and we also want to break free from outdated value systems.

As such, we may have to address what we value, both in others, and in ourselves (which informs our self-worth); do your best to use this intuitive time to make adjustments, slow things down a little, and find creative solutions that honor both drives.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Thursday night until Friday late evening ahead of time.

Friday, May 26th:

Friday, the Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo and VoC all day (see Wednesday late morning and Thursday night for details).

Friday very early morning, an opportune Venus/Uranus aspect becomes exact at 3:37am EDT. We started to feel this aspect from Tuesday night on; it will remain strong until Sunday morning. This gives us the opportunity to experiment with how we relate to others — to do something different or unusual — freedom plays a big part in this aspect.

Of course, others are experimenting too, so you might experience some unusual or unexpected interactions during this time — it’s a favorable time for social meetings and events. As best as you can, stay open and flexible: fresh air is blowing through your relationships.

We’re also ready to experiment with our financial undertakings — good places to look: all things “tech” (electronics, technology, internet); metaphysics; the arts; group activities. This is not the best time to make long-term financial investments not suggested in an intuitive flash  

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 18-22 degrees of Cancer, Taurus, Pisces, or Virgo? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Aquarius (Venus is the ruler of Taurus, and Libra, Uranus rules Aquarius).

Friday around 4pm EDT, Mars squares the Moon Nodes (3º33’ of Taurus-Scorpio) when Mars reaches 3º33’ of Leo. This aspect started to build last week, Sunday (May 21st); it will stay strong until next week, Wednesday (May 31st). Squares mark turning points; they challenge us to go beyond our survival strategies and stay joyful, self-expressed, and with our hearts wide open.

When it comes to our personal goals and passions, we are asked to take a 90-degree turn and be grateful for our lives, for all we have already done and lived.

We must make a perceptual shift in order to move forward — and this one is a turning point for us & our passions — we must balance our need for physical comforts against more authentic, emotional connections — those that support a deeper understanding of our past traumas and support us in moving beyond them into a future that provides stability and abundance.

Ask yourself: Where do I need to step more fully into my power while remaining self-expressed and open? What might become possible for me if I got really clear about how to create more joyful connections in my life? How might focusing on what I am grateful for create more ease and joy? What might keep a smile on my face, no matter what?

Since we are dealing with a lot of Fixed Signs here, it would be futile to get too attached to thoughts, visions, pride, emotional connections, comforts, habits, opinions, etc.

Jupiter is very close to the North Node in Taurus, while Pluto in Aquarius opposes Mars and squares the Moon Nodes, so we are dealing with a fixed Grand Cross. It demands we stay the course and pay attention to our attachments and aversions around things, people, places, and even ourselves.

Ask yourself: What if I were 5% less attached to having things “go my way”? How could I take things 5% less personally when dealing with others? What am I resisting? What needs my attention?

Feel free to learn more about the current Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio as they relate to your own birth chart) here.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-7 degrees of  Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, or Aquarius? If so, you will feel this planetary configuration quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries (Mars is the ruler of Aries).

Friday late evening, at 11:31pm EDT, the Moon moves into detail-oriented, practical Virgo, where it will journey until next week, Monday late morning. We are generous with our time/services, and we love to help others. We also have a fondness for science and anything that makes sense in our world — things and knowledge we can apply and use.

Health might also come into focus at this time. We notice the parts that make up the whole; this is a great time to see if our daily routines (eating, work, self-care, etc.) align with our long-term goals.

This Moon placement also starts the build-up towards the first Quarter Moon (exact on Saturday late morning… more about that tomorrow).

Saturday, May 27th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day (see Friday late evening for details).

Saturday late morning, at 11:22am EDT, the first Quarter Moon in 6º of Virgo becomes exact. We started to feel this aspect build from the moment the Moon entered Virgo (on Friday late evening). The Moon in detail-oriented, helpful, and practical Virgo makes a challenging aspect to the Sun in chatty, fast-thinking, and busy Gemini.

We feel compelled to take action. Last week saw the New Moon, on May 19th. “Seeds” planted then are probably “sprouting” by now — and making first real contact with the outside world. This is therefore a time to stretch and grow — and create some forward momentum. We may feel anxious or unusually busy.

As best as you can, go one breath at a time. Allow for changes, remain flexible (as much as possible), and find creative solutions for your day-to-day dealings with others.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 4-8 degrees of Virgo, Gemini, Pisces, or Sagittarius? If so, you will feel the effects of this first Quarter Moon more strongly than otherwise. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).

Saturday early afternoon: we are invited to focus on realistic choices regarding our feeling and energy-body; we may need to balance our need for factual or scientific information against our focus on trusting the universal flow and our own intuition.

It’s a great day for tuning in and being of service. We may also want to make a stronger commitment to our pets or focus on spiritual mastery or goals that can also support our physical well-being. (Moon in Virgo opposes Saturn in Pisces, exact at 12:53pm EDT)

Saturday late evening, we are tasked to gain clarity about what’s important to us. Ask yourself: What needs to be communicated, and/or organized differently, so my daily routines support my financial goals? What do I know now, that I can easily implement when it comes to honoring myself, that I didn’t know before? (Moon in Virgo trines Mercury in Taurus, exact at 11:07pm EDT)

Sunday, May 28th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day (see Friday late evening for details).

Sunday morning, a challenging Sun/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 6:46am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Wednesday night on; it will remain strong until next week, Wednesday (May 31st). We’re asked to stretch and grow beyond what we have previously known ourselves to be: our commitments and responsibilities towards presence and universal flow are calling us to make some adjustments with the outer world.

Find creative ways to stay connected to others, and stay focused on your inner commitment to practice spiritual self-mastery in the here and now. Allow for a curious and sensitive approach, even if life throws some curveballs.

What if you just knew that you are always supported by the universe, by life, by your higher Self? What if every now-moment held all the information you need to handle whatever shows up? Would you rather achieve a sense of connection with your intuitive knowing or stay connected to other people in your immediate environment? What if it were a question of “and” rather than “or”?

What if you just decided to act with maturity and self-responsibility while practicing being present and going with the flow? Even if you don’t know where things are headed?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 4-10 degrees of Gemini, Pisces, Virgo, or Sagittarius? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Capricorn (the Sun rules Leo; Saturn rules Capricorn).

Sunday early afternoon, calls for some inner adjustments. We feel uneasy or awkward and need to make a choice. Making this choice demands we develop inner awareness around two very different urges: on the one hand, the desire to heal our relationship with the inner masculine (assertiveness/anger, leadership, taking actions) — and on the other, the need to tend to our daily work or health routines. (Moon in Virgo quincunxes Chiron in Aries, exact at 12:33pm EDT)

Sunday mid-late afternoon, we are invited to connect with like-minded people and learn something new about our unique talents or value in the world. We are able to better connect to anything that requires attention to detail. We might also perhaps implement revolutionary health routines or other systems in our day-to-day life that support our values and make life more enjoyable. (Moon in Virgo trines Uranus in Taurus, exact at 3:12pm EDT)

Sunday evening, we have an opportunity to look into the details of our life that make up our daily routines and see if they are in alignment with what’s valuable to us. We can ask ourselves here: Do my daily routines leave me feeling nurtured?

It is also an opportunity to see the value of family (or friends that feel like family) and what could improve everyone’s well-being — this could include health issues or concerns, or simply looking at our nutrition and what feeds us. (Moon in Virgo sextiles Venus in Cancer exact at 8:19pm EDT)

And…

A heads up for next Monday (May 29th): the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo until 10:51am EDT. At 5:46am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 5 hours, until 10:51am EDT. At that time, the Moon moves into harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, where it will journey until Wednesday evening (May 31st). More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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by Sonja Francis | May 14, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Value Yourself Exactly As You Are & As You Are Not 

This week’s headline items: Mercury still stations (exalted) for most of this week (until Saturday); the Balsamic Moon phase becomes exact on Monday evening; Pluto ends its Station phase on Tuesday; Jupiter changes signs from Aries to Taurus on Tuesday afternoon, beginning a 1-year journey through this earthy sign; Eclipse season finally ends on Friday afternoon, when the New Moon in Taurus becomes exact; Mercury ends its Station phase on Saturday; Mars changes signs from Cancer to Leo on Saturday late morning; the Sun changes signs from Taurus to Gemini on Sunday very early morning.

There will be four Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday until 3:56am EDT; Wednesday early morning (for a little over 3 hours), Friday afternoon (for 1 hour), and Sunday evening (for a little over 5 hours).

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Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, May 15th:

Monday, the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces and VoC until 3:56am EDT.

Monday early morning, at 3:56am EDT, the Moon moves into pioneering, fast-paced Aries, where it will journey until Wednesday morning. Life is an adventure, we’re more open to new ideas and have great enthusiasm for new projects. Patience is certainly not our strong suit at this time, but we can decide quickly, and act immediately.

Our independence and dynamism are important to us right now, so we may find it hard to be disciplined or accept advice at this time; in general, our responses to others tend to be more assertive or even aggressive. If you find your foot tapping, try hitting the gym, or finding other ways to burn off the body’s excess energy.

Monday late morning, a harmonious Mars/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 9:44am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last week, Tuesday morning (May 9th) on; it will remain strong until this Sunday (May 21st). I already mentioned this aspect in last week’s blog, but just as a refresher: This aspect brings the ability to endow what we feel passionate about with our creativity — and connect it to a higher love.

Our masculine energies are able to connect to compassion and understanding. We can now release past issues; through loving ourselves, we can release emotional blockages and the lower vibrations of the masculine: aggression, domineering, destructiveness, and me-first attitudes.

As this aspect is taking place in Cancer and Pisces, we are connecting to our goals and dreams from an emotional place that is deeply spiritual. We are able to let go of our fears and attachments and are able to have faith that everything will turn out just as it needs to.

Ask yourself: Is there anything I can release from my past that no longer serves me? How has anger shown up in my life? Could I allow the part of me that feels anger to be embraced and accepted?

Those of us who have their Ascendent (or personal planets) in the following: 24-29 degrees of Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio, or 0 degrees of Leo, Aries, or Sagittarius will be touched in a particularly beautiful way by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries or Pisces (Mars is the ruler of Aries; Neptune rules Pisces).

Monday evening, around 8:05pm EDT, the Balsamic Moon phase begins when the Moon reaches 10° of Aries. This lasts until Friday afternoon when the New Moon in Taurus becomes exact (more on that later this week… however, feel free to watch my New Moon video here). We are being asked to slow down and get quiet, so we can listen to our inner sensing/intuition.

For some of us, this might be a stretch, especially since we are still in Eclipse season. As best as you can: stay grounded, take a deep breath, and exhale any tension. Rather than starting something brand-new, put all that energy into completing existing projects or processes.

This is also a great time for letting go of whatever no longer serves us. What if you could hear the voice of your inner wisdom? What might it be saying?

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Tuesday, May 16th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in pioneering, fast-paced Aries all day (see Monday early morning for details).

Tuesday at 1:20pm EDT, Jupiter changes signs from independent, direct, fast-moving Aries to peaceful, steady, sensual Taurus. It journeys through this earthy sign until May 25th, 2024.

Since Jupiter represents the principle of expansion — it operates like a magnifying glass. Jupiter in Taurus brings the magnifying lens to bear on our personal resources, material comforts, and the enjoyment of the physical and material parts of life. The opportunity now is to bring the enthusiastic energies of Jupiter to the fulfillment of our comforts — and to get excited about beauty, nature, and financial abundance.

This one-year transit also fosters expanding our connection to the physical realm (our body, planet, money) — and then steadily bringing that energy to the world. It helps us to have faith in our ability to create abundance, as well as allow ourselves to feel abundant no matter what our bank account looks like. This last part may not necessarily always be a good thing…

Again, Jupiter will be in Taurus until May 25th, 2024. During this time, we attract good fortune when we are down-to-earth, patient, and sensual — cultivating self-love and self-honoring with an optimistic attitude. Bringing a new perspective toward physical pleasures (such as food, touch, smells, sounds, and taking in natural beauty) will create the feeling of abundance that we are seeking.

We value what’s good in life, and it will serve us to believe in our talents, worth, and ability to attract success.

We are each particularly invited to go for things that are worth our time, look for quality vs. quantity, and to explore investing in things that bring greater abundance and physical comforts into our lives. Possibilities are strong for tremendous creativity, practical hands-on projects, and recognition of our ability to positively influence our personal resources.

We also likely develop far more faith in our ability to receive and create. An influx of our finances, self-love, and our innate talents can all bring us great pleasure and a sense of self-worth. We feel optimistic and generous with our talents and resources — but we also have strong morals around those things.

Jupiter in Taurus helps to create more joy and pleasure in relation to the physical plane. This process operates on a receptive level, so anything we receive with a positive attitude and outlook will bring us pleasure, leaving us feeling more connected to ourselves and what’s important to us — but be cautious of immoderation at this time, especially if your natal Jupiter is in Taurus as well — watch out for over-indulgence.

In addition, since Taurus also connects to natural beauty and the Earth, we may feel more drawn both towards gardening or nature in general and to spending time near trees and flowers.

Collectively, we will probably see the full spectrum of possibilities expressed, high and low — Taurus at its best is steady, peaceful, and dependable; it cares about preserving life on Earth and enjoying all the beautiful things this planet has to offer us that engage our senses.

It has the ability to slow down enough to appreciate something as simple as a single rose petal (its texture, its smell, its color) or a hug from a loved one.

In its denser, lower vibrations, we could find… to read the whole article with all of its Coaching Questions, click here

All this is especially true if you are a Sagittarius or Taurus Sun- or Rising-sign. As a Sagittarius, you will feel a greater need to connect with nature and experience peace — let’s hope that doesn’t show up as resistance towards life or others. As a Taurus, you will most likely feel a greater sense of possibility, together with a need to grow and expand your sense of self-worth and physical abundance, over the next year (i.e. until May 2024).

Where does Jupiter-in-Taurus fall in your own birth chart? What aspects does it make during this transit? How does a wise response to one house support a more fruitful response to the next? What outward opportunities arise as Jupiter interacts with any of your personal planets? Where might you experience a major expansion between now and May 2024? Where are you ready to experience more peace and create growth towards greater abundance?

If you’d like more insight into those questions, I invite you to watch my webinar on the subject. You can purchase this webinar “Jupiter in Taurus until May 2024 “here — we applied Jupiter’s movement to our own birth charts! 

Also on Tuesday, although now retrograde, Pluto resumes its normal pace through the sky, ending its Station phase today. What has come up in the last four weeks around social or political issues? How about ideas about your future? Or everyone’s future? How empowered or disempowered do you feel about it all? The Retrograde phase is a good time to do some internal work in this area (the retrograde ends on Oct. 10th).

We now have 5 months to go over anything that has felt disempowering to us in connection with our social connections out there in the world. We are also now ready to contemplate solutions for whatever was “in our face” from April 18th until now — solutions that work well both with our inner sense of empowerment and our outer reality.

Wednesday, May 17th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in pioneering, fast-paced Aries until 8:29am EDT (see Monday early morning for details).

Wednesday early morning, at 5:10am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last a little over 3 hours, until 8:29am EDT. Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments in your life. As best as you can, find creative solutions to any seemingly unsolvable problems. Make space both for home improvements (or family affairs), and for nurturing your personal goals — for being completely yourself.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Wednesday morning ahead of time. 

Wednesday at 8:29am EDT, the Moon moves into steady, peaceful Taurus, where it will journey until Friday afternoon. We love all physical comforts, prefer consistency, and would rather stick with what we know works well.

In other words: change is not our favorite thing and “rushing things” goes against our grain. What is our favorite thing for the next two days? It’s probably slowing down and getting in touch with whatever delights our senses.  

Wednesday late evening, a long-term, challenging Jupiter/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 9:11am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build on May 4th; it will remain strong until May 30th. Squares mark important turning points, where we need to make a shift in perspective and direction in order to progress. 

In other words, we are being asked to stretch ourselves and grow beyond what we have previously known for ourselves, and where we have been comfortable up until now. This Square between Jupiter and Pluto asks us to stretch ourselves in regard to our visions of the future and the physical realities of the present moment. 

It also asks us to stretch ourselves in regards to the empowerment we visualize for our future personally and globally versus our financial reality. You could also say that it is the pull towards a more digitalized, more easily controllable future versus the desire for a more pleasant embodied experience on this planet.

Ask yourself: What if I embraced my worth fully and completely? What if my self-worth was not determined by other people’s ideas of what it means to be worthy? What if our “worth” was given at birth? Could I value myself exactly as I am and as I am not? 

Jupiter and Pluto made a conjunction in 23º-25º of Capricorn, in 2020 (it was exact on April 4th, June 30th, and Nov. 12th). This current aspect between Jupiter and Pluto is an opening Square; it invites us to look at what needs to change in regard to what was initiated in 2020 when it comes to inappropriate use of power by governments and other authority figures — and also our personal ethics and responsibility in connection with what we experienced back then.

Rules, regulations, beliefs, and attitudes that arose during 2020 will now be challenged and will require adjustment.

Ask yourself: What has changed since 2020? What have I learned about myself, my body, and my physical reality that was not clear to me then? What assumptions did I make that I now need to revise?

What have my personal lessons been around power and authority (both inner and outer)? When or where did I feel out of control? What shadow aspects and fears did I have to face over the last three years? Could I trust that this transformative process will ultimately create a better future for myself and humanity?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-3 degrees of Taurus, Aquarius, Leo, Scorpio, or 27-29 degrees of Aries, Capricorn, Cancer, or Libra? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Sagittarius or Scorpio (Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius; Pluto rules Scorpio).

Thursday, May 18th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in steady, peaceful Taurus all day (see Wednesday morning for details).

Thursday early morning, an opportune Sun/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 5am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday morning on, and it will remain strong until Saturday morning. This aspect is an opportunity both to dissolve what no longer serves us and to connect to our intuition. We definitely feel inspired.

Charitable acts lift our spirits — our capacity for compassion (both toward ourselves and others) is quite strong, especially if we are able to acknowledge it. Dreams and reality find a way to work together now — any spiritual or creative endeavors that are started during this time will most likely do very well. Remember: this is an “opportunity” — it isn’t just handed to us, we have to make it happen.

Ask yourself: How might meditation or mindfulness — simply being present in the now-moment to all the energies inside and around me — support my enjoyment of life? What might merging my five senses with my sixth sense bring to awareness?

If everything is interconnected on an energetic level and everything is energy — even the densest of masses — might it make sense to be really conscious and aware of how I treat everyone and everything around me (including myself)?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 25-29 degrees of Taurus, Pisces, Capricorn, or Cancer? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Pisces (the Sun rules Leo; Neptune is the ruler of Pisces).

Also on Thursday early morning, we have an opportunity to connect with family and loved ones in a nurturing way — and indeed, to connect with all from the heart. What might become possible if you let yourself enjoy others in the mutual pursuit of any shared values? What if you were open to receiving practical support as well as giving it? (Moon in Taurus sextiles Venus in Cancer, exact at 5:18am EDT)

Thursday evening, we are being asked to connect with people with similar values who can provide practical support for our visions and share what is important to us — in particular, what we envision for the future around money and finances. (Moon conjuncts Uranus in Taurus, exact at 7:28pm EDT)

Thursday night/Friday very early morning, an opportune Mercury/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 2:40am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from May 7th on; it will remain strong until next week, Tuesday (May 23rd) — an unusually long time, due to Mercury’s Station/ Retrograde phase.

Due to the recent Retrograde phase, this is the third time within the last 6 weeks that this aspect has become exact; the first time was on April 5th;  the second time was on May 12th. Think back to those times: What came up around honoring yourself, being honest about your thought processes, and having a more mature understanding of what’s important to you?

This could also be another opportunity to take responsibility for our thinking structures and be honest with ourselves. How can we get the most from this opportunity? Through honest communication, we have a chance to clear up any misunderstandings.

As best as you can, allow yourself to tune in and transcend your conditioned, automatic responses. A good place to start is with a commitment to better understand your conditioning and thought processes.

If we take this chance to see things more clearly and connect to ourselves more lovingly, we could get a good dose of reality and an ability to focus on long-term issues.

Remember: opportunities are openings; they aren’t necessarily handed to us — we have to “take” them and make something of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 4-8 degrees of Taurus, Pisces, Capricorn, or Cancer? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Capricorn (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini, and Virgo, and Saturn rules Capricorn).

Friday, May 19th:

Friday, the Moon remains in steady, peaceful Taurus until 2:48pm EDT (see Wednesday morning for details).

Friday late morning, at 11:53am EDT, the New Moon becomes exact in 28.5 degrees of Taurus. This marks the beginning of a new Moon cycle; it also marks the end of Eclipse Season!  Click here to watch my video on the subject.

As best as you can, get really quiet, and see if you are getting any new messages or ideas. If you are, harvest them, and fold them into any intentions you set for the new Moon cycle — I will talk about this process later in the forecast, and I’ll even give you the very best and most potent times for doing so…

This New Moon sextiles Neptune in Pisces, Mars in Cancer, conjuncts Uranus in Taurus, and trines a retrograde Pluto in 0º of Aquarius. 

Mercury in Taurus & Mars in Cancer are both exalted at the time of this New Moon (for different reasons), the Moon and Venus are in a mutual reception to each other, and we have a T-Square/GrandCross with Jupiter in Taurus as the Focal Point.

So, as you can see, there is lots going on in this New Moon chart, collectively painting a complex picture with a focus on the feminine, receptive energies. Nine out of eleven planets are in feminine signs.

Before we go into all of these aspects in more detail, however, let’s first talk about the sign of Taurus. With 6 planets/points (Jupiter, North Node, Mercury, Uranus, the Sun & the Moon) in Taurus, we are feeling a strong need to focus on this earthy sign for the next 28 days:

Steady, peaceful Taurus places more focus on our interactions with the physical world — you could say that we seek a healthier relationship with “matter”, one in which we are neither too attached, nor too disconnected from things on the physical plane — for example, our bodies, resources (such as money), and the planet we co-inhabit.

We are powerfully reminded to take the time to honor the only planet we can currently live on — The Earth — and honor its resources and beauty.

In much the same spirit, we are invited also to honor ourselves, our bodies, and our talents. This is a good time for reevaluating our relationship with money and possessions, and for discovering what truly makes us happy and fulfilled, so check in with yourself: What came to mind when you read or heard this?

Let’s talk about some of the aspects in this New Moon chart: The New Moon in Taurus sextiles Neptune in Pisces:

Taurus ultimately seeks to honor spirit in form, recognizing the physical world as an expression of the divine, and the body as a sacred vehicle. Pisces understands the paradox between physical and spiritual — between matter and energy. This is therefore an opportunity to join our need for material comfort and enjoyment of life to a gentler and more intuitive approach.

Ask yourself: How might… to read the whole New Moon article and get access to all of the Coaching questions, click here.

Do you have your Ascendant or any personal planets in 26-29 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, Aquarius, or 0-1 degrees of Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo, or Pisces? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).

The New Moon is also the best time to set some powerful intentions for this month’s Moon cycle. This is best done soon after the New Moon becomes exact — and definitely not during a Moon void of course phase.

This month, the best and most potent time to set intentions would therefore be between 11:53am on Friday, May 19th, and 11:53am on Sunday, May 21st. The only exception would be a 1-hour period on Friday afternoon, May 19th — there will be a brief Moon VoC between 1:51pm and 2:48pm. All of the above times are given in US East Coast time.

For more info on setting New Moon Intentions, click here.

If you live in a timezone other than EDT (US-Eastern Daylight Savings Time), feel free to join my Facebook Fan-page or follow me on Twitter. I will be posting reminders on May 19th, 20th and 21st — to let you know that it’s the best time to set your intentions

Friday afternoon, at 1:51pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last one hour, until 2:48pm EDT. Use this brief intuitive time as an opportunity to take small steps towards greater enjoyment of your physical life. What feels familiar and brings you physical comfort? How might combining your emotional needs with a realistic, practical approach support you right now?

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Friday afternoon ahead of time.

Friday at 2:48pm EDT, the Moon enters chatty, versatile Gemini, where it will journey until Sunday late evening. For the next 2 days, we like to learn, connect, and interact as much as possible.

“Busy” feels good: connecting online, on the phone, or sharing face-to-face, preferably multi-tasking all the way… The one thing we can do without is boredom: If our mind is not engaged in some way, we might as well curl up and play dead …

Saturday, May 20th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini all day (see Friday afternoon for details).

Saturday all day: if you haven’t set your New Moon Intentions yet, there is still time! You have until 11:53am EDT tomorrow (Sunday). If possible, align them with the New Moon energies that I spoke about in my video — feel free to watch it again if you are not sure anymore — click here to watch my video on the New Moon in Taurus.

For more info on how to best set your New Moon Intentions, click here to read my article on the subject.

Saturday late morning, at 11:31am EDT, Mars changes signs from protective, emotional, safety-oriented Cancer to fun-loving, risk-taking Leo, where it will journey until July 10th. This is a particularly vital position for Mars.

For these next seven weeks, we will feel a strong need to create in some way. Passions tend to run high, as do desire, will, enthusiasm — and our appetite for risk.

Our ego is tied up with our actions — anything we do becomes a source of great pride — and tempts us to “prideful” positioning. If we can move forward on our personal goals, especially those in alignment with our hearts, we could become inspirational leaders.

If you have an Aries Sun-sign or Rising-sign, you are going to feel more fun-loving and competitive; it will likely be a more active time in your life. If you are a Leo Sun-sign or Rising sign, you will feel quite energized and passionate for the next 7 weeks. Channeling this energy into physical exercise or a project with your children (or your inner child) might be advisable. 

Saturday late evening, a Mars/Pluto opposition becomes exact at 11:12pm EDT. We started feeling this aspect build from Tuesday evening on; it will be strong until next week, Friday (May 26th). Our ambition and drive to succeed are incredibly strong now. We’ll do almost anything to achieve our future visions and have the energy to set about doing it.

That said, our basic drive and energy could run up against emotionally charged questions of authentic self-expression and power. We might not feel like dealing with some of the deeper issues that keep springing up, perhaps around our connections or collaborations within our communities, or around our personal passions and creative fulfillment.

At the extreme end, we could find ourselves driven by a compulsive need to fight for a social or political cause; do your best to find the balance between individual expression & realization, versus collective visions & goals. Embrace your joyful “inner child” energy when going after a real transformation out there in the world.

Ask yourself: What is my motivation for connecting with others out there in the world? What does true belonging look like? Does it exclude individual self-expression? Or is there space for all kinds of diverse expressions? What part do I play?

Where is the balance point between being fully myself without apologies, versus working for a greater purpose out there in the world? 

How might a deep focus on self-expression and creative authenticity serve me at this time? What needs to transform so I can be fully myself — an empowered version of myself –and fully alive?

An opposition always comes back to the starting point of the conjunction between the two planets involved. In this case, Mars and Pluto aligned on March 3rd, 2022 at 28º Capricorn. Think back to that time: What projects began in the early Spring of 2022? What seeds were planted? What have you learned about your individual empowerment and inner authority? How far have you come since then?

This opposition is also part of a T-Square with Jupiter in Taurus. Feel free to watch my New Moon video on the subject, or read my New Moon article

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-3 degrees of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, Scorpio, or 27-29 degrees of Cancer, Capricorn, Aries, or Libra? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries or Scorpio (Mars is the ruler of Aries; Pluto rules Scorpio)

Also on Saturday, Mercury resumes its normal pace through the sky, ending its Station phase. Communication and transportation are now back to “normal” as are any associated gadgets, vehicles, etc. New ideas and information received during the Mercury Retrograde phase (April 21st – May 14th) can now be reviewed.

Sunday, May 21st:

Sunday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini until 11:28pm EDT(see Friday afternoon for details).

If you haven’t set your New Moon Intentions yet, there is still time! You have until 11:53am EDT today (Sunday). If possible, align them with the New Moon energies that I spoke about in my video — feel free to watch it again if you are not sure anymore — click here to watch my video on the New Moon in Taurus.

For more info on how to best set your New Moon Intentions, click here to read my article on the subject.

Sunday very early morning, at 3:09am EDT, the Sun changes signs from steady, sensual Taurus to versatile, fast-thinking Gemini, where it will journey until June 21st. With the Sun in Gemini, the urge for self-expression is strong. We may be extra interested in collecting and sharing information. This is a time when curiosity and adaptability are favored. We are more flexible, changeable, and adaptable — which makes us quite social as well.

We enjoy intellectual conversations, and we can easily become bored if we are not getting enough mental stimulation at this time. We are more objective and observant but prefer to keep things light and easy. There is usually a nervousness in the air at this time as well, as we are constantly seeking to connect and have new interactions. “Sharing” is the name of the game.

All this is especially true if you are a Leo or Gemini Sun-sign or Rising-sign. As a Gemini, you will feel a good dose of confidence and playfulness in the next four weeks; as a Leo your vitality will most likely speed up, and you feel more chatty than usual.

Sunday late morning, a harmonious Sun/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 9:58am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Thursday (May 18th) on; it will remain strong until next week, Wednesday evening (May 24th). This aspect brings a sense of focus and empowerment to our social visions and goals. We can look at everything with curiosity right now — and through meaningful and authentic conversations with others, our curiosity can help us make more powerful choices.

If we bring conscious awareness to our interactions and create a vision of a future that supports all, we could create connections that bring a deeper sense of community and belonging

We can also deepen our understanding of our motivations and look closely at where we are heading. This aspect also brings intensity and depth to our conscious awareness; therefore, this is also a great time to transform our lives, stripping away anything — even people — that no longer connect with who we are.

Ask yourself: How can I live more authentically? Is there anything holding me back? What fears and attachments could I release that no longer serve my evolution? Would I be willing to let them go, just for now, and just as best as I can?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-3 degrees of  Gemini, Aquarius, Libra, or 27-29 degrees of Virgo, Capricorn, or Taurus? If so, you will be even more blessed by this aspect than those who do not; this is also true for those of us with our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Scorpio (the Sun being the ruler of Leo; Pluto rules Scorpio).

Sunday evening, at 6:12pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last a little over 5 hours, until 11:28pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments — you may also need to do a little stretching and growing when it comes to your inner or emotional experiences. As best as you can, be gentle with yourself and others, and seek to understand before seeking to be understood.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Sunday evening ahead of time.

Sunday late evening, at 11:28pm EDT, the Moon moves into protective, nurturing Cancer, where it will journey until Wednesday late morning. With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say, and therefore our feelings are more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others. Self-Care is key for the next two and a half days  

Emotional safety is important to us as well; we like connecting to the familiar, and we enjoy nurturing ourselves and others — home and family call to us, for instance. Make sure though, that your own glass is full before letting others drink from it; if you don’t, you might start to feel drained and resentful.

And…

A heads up for next Monday (May 22nd): the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day. In the very early morning, an opportune Sun/Mars aspect becomes exact at 1:57am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Wednesday (May 17th) on; it will remain strong until next week, Saturday evening (May 27th). More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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In this Forum, we will talk about: the upcoming Grand Cross in the Fixed signs involving Venus, Jupiter, Pluto & the Moon Nodes in Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, and Aquarius (at its strongest on June 5th!)

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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.

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May 8th – 14th

by Sonja Francis | May 7, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Our Creative Core Awakened 

This week’s headline items: Pluto is still exalted (stationing) all week; Mercury starts to slow down (station) again on Tuesday and comes to a halt on Sunday late evening — to end its three-week Retrograde phase, going direct and beginning its post-Shadow phase.

There will be four Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday late afternoon (for 3 hours), Wednesday evening (a little over 2 hours), Friday late evening (a little over 1 hour), and Sunday late evening (5 hours).

Before we get to this week’s Forecast, please know that…

If you missed our Forecasting Forum last week, and would still like to watch the recording of our live webinar about “Jupiter in Taurus until May 2024″, you have the option to either become a Star Member by the end of this week (monthly Forums are included in the Membership), or you can purchase this webinar by itself on my webinar-page

Here is some feedback I received after our Forum on Friday:

“Thanks Sonja, the eclipse knocked me out but the Forum woke me up and kept my attention ❤️” — Meredith D.

 

“Deep gratitude for your insights” — Cathy E.

 

“Thank you 🥰🙏” — Lea C.

Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, May 8th:

Monday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius until 7:33pm EDT. We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn. We’re not likely to be big fans of routine — diversity and new adventures work best at this time — we’re also physically restless and need to burn that off with activity and physical exercise.

We tend to feel more open, optimistic, and inspired — but we also have a high degree of independence — and taking these two influences together, we’d rather inspire others to do things our way, as opposed to issuing or obeying orders. Inspiring others could come easier than normal, as we can see the bigger picture, leaving us confident that others will agree with us once they see what we see.

As best as you can, speak your truth without assuming that everyone is on the same page as you. Improvisation works well for us at this time, as we are spontaneous and love living on the edge — just watch out you aren’t overdoing or overstating things.

Monday late afternoon, at 4:28pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 3 hours until 7:33pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to explore something you feel passionate or enthusiastic about — what projects come to mind? What would be a fantastic use for all the physical energy that you currently have access to?

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday late afternoon until the evening ahead of time.

Monday at 7:33pm EDT, the Moon moves into ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn, where it will journey until Wednesday late evening. We tend to be more realistic, serious, and cautious; this can support practical endeavors and financial matters.

Our ambition surges and brings a need for structure and planning; when you add in the pragmatism this aspect supports, you can see how this could be a very productive time for business and long-term goals. Our reputation becomes very important to us.

As best as you can during this aspect, avoid “should-ing” on yourself. Take the pressure off, perhaps by saying, “I am doing the best I can, and that’s all I can ever do”.

Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn — and it is currently transiting through Pisces. This is a great time to look for practical applications of our dreams, ideologies, connection to Source, or one-consciousness.

It’s also a great time to take a more serious look at our spiritual or creative aspirations; as best as you can, be authentic about your intuitive connection to life. What works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to your idealism, addictions, avoidance of life, and dreams?

What about life truly resonates with you — as it stands now, rather than what it was 5 or 10 years ago? Where in your life is it time to let go of naiveté or an idealistic approach that no longer serves you?

What tools or structures support you with being in the flow, being present, and feeling connected to the Universe in this now-moment? What needs your time and attention? What could you practice every day? What do you genuinely want to commit yourself to?

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Tuesday, May 9th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn all day (see Monday evening for details).

Tuesday late afternoon, a Sun/Uranus alignment in almost 19º of Taurus, becomes exact at 3:56pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last week, Saturday morning (May 6th) on, and it will remain strong until this Saturday (May 13th). This alignment brings confidence and a desire to connect with others through a common cause or similar values.

We may have sudden insights into the value of our friendships and how they connect us to a bigger vision. We seek to move to the next level on the physical plane — whether that’s related to our finances, talents, resources, our body, or the planet — we need to strategize and collaborate with others.

We are also asked to connect to the unusual. Our creative core is awakened: We feel compelled to express ourselves in unique (or at least unconventional) ways. Our consciousness expands, and we are receptive to new ways of thinking, doing, and living — this increased openness to all that is enjoyable and different, may bring unexpected opportunities.

Uranus symbolizes the desire for freedom, equality, and progress. Uranus in Taurus aligned with the Sun asks us to break away from whatever keeps us from honoring ourselves. It’s time to develop some awareness: What’s mine? What isn’t? What if it were ok to have a different outlook from others? What about different values?

One thing to remember: Keeping the heart and mind open could make a big difference to the experience of this alignment.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 16-22 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you will be more affected by this alignment. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Aquarius (the Sun rules Leo; Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius)

Also on Tuesday evening, Mercury starts to slow down again (“stationing”) in 6-7º of Taurus. It’s getting ready to come to a halt, ending its 3-week Retrograde phase, on Sunday late evening (more on that later this week…). This station will last until May 20th, and we will feel Mercury’s energies more strongly during this time.

For the next 11 days (until May 20th), we need to be patient with ourselves and others — especially if there is a connection with luxury items, communication, or transportation and their associated technologies — this is not the best time to start anything brand-new, particularly if it contains new information connected to financial undertakings.

As best as you can, give yourself and others a lot of space!

We might experience delays or misunderstandings, and things tend to feel “off” or stagnant. It might be a good idea to give yourself some extra time to get ready for travel somewhere — especially if you intend to use public transportation or drive (for more details on Mercury Shadow Phases and Retrogrades, click here)

Some of us will feel the effects of the Mercury station more than others: those of us who have Gemini or Virgo as our Sun- or Rising-Sign (Ascendant); and those of us with personal planets in 4-9 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius.

Wednesday, May 10th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn until 10:05pm EDT (see Monday evening for details).

Wednesday evening, at 7:52pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 2 hours, until 10:05pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to make adjustments and find creative solutions to seemingly insoluble situations.

As best as you can, make space for exploring your personal goals or projects from a new perspective, and for staying in alignment with your current long-term commitments — flexibility is key!  

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Wednesday evening ahead of time.

Wednesday late evening, at 10:05pm EDT, the Moon moves into freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius, where it will journey until Saturday very early morning. The energy of the Aquarian Moon relates to our instinct for improvement. Reactions are more intellectual than emotional, and interactions are more impersonal than personal. We are likely to have an increased fascination with the new and unusual.

Social gatherings, anything connected with group ideals and goals for the future, brainstorming, new ideas, and methods, and progress are promoted while the Moon moves through Aquarius. Again: we have our eyes on the future — or outer space… Personal freedom becomes paramount.

Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius — and this planet is currently moving through Taurus, making these next two days a great time to look at our physical connection to our own body, finances, and whatever is most important to us on this planet.

It’s also a great time to innovate and make changes in our lives around any physical matters that no longer serve us or keep us stuck in the past; we need to elevate our thinking if we want our bodies and the planet to vibrate at a higher frequency.

Ask yourself: Do I need to give my body something different to raise it to a higher vibration? When I tune in to myself, what insights does my body provide?

Where have I become too rigid in connection with my body, my physical resources, or my talents? Where have I become too comfortable with those things? What is my connection to the Earth? To Nature? Do I need more physical space? More physical movement?

This Moon placement also starts the build-up towards the last Quarter Moon, exact on Friday late morning (more on that later this week…)

Thursday, May 11th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius all day (see Wednesday late evening for details).

Thursday early morning requires some inner adjustments. We feel uneasy or awkward and need to make a choice, one that demands we develop inner awareness around two very different urges: on the one hand, the desire to have physical and emotional safety and connect with what feels familiar — and on the other hand, the need to make progress and connect to like-minded people about our collective future visions.

This could also extend to personal, practical things vs. social, idealistic visions, and discerning what works now vs. “progress”. Awareness is critical with this aspect: What is needed? And when? How can we take the higher path? (Moon in Aquarius quincunxes Venus in Cancer, exact at 5:01am EDT) 

Thursday late morning, we are invited to make some adjustments in our lives. As best as you can, find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable situations.

Make space either for connections with like-minded people, and involvement in a cause or for sharing your own values and learning about financial benefits or physical enjoyment. (Moon in Aquarius squares Mercury in Taurus, exact at 8:45am EDT) 

Since not much else is going on today, let me share about an aspect that will be exact next Monday: a harmonious Mars/Neptune aspect. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday morning (May 9th) on; it will remain strong until next week, Sunday (May 21st). This aspect brings the ability to endow what we feel passionate about with our creativity — and connect it to a higher love.

Our masculine energies are able to connect to compassion and understanding. We can now release past issues; through loving ourselves, we can release emotional blockages and the lower vibrations of the masculine: aggression, domineering, destructiveness, and me-first attitudes.

As this aspect is taking place in Cancer and Pisces, we are connecting to our goals and dreams from an emotional place that is deeply spiritual. We are able to let go of our fears and attachments and are able to have faith that everything will turn out just as it needs to.

Those of us who have their Ascendent (or personal planets) in the following: 24-29 degrees of Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio, or 0 degrees of Leo, Aries, or Sagittarius will be touched in a particularly beautiful way by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries or Pisces (Mars is the ruler of Aries; Neptune rules Pisces).

Friday, May 12th:

Friday is a big day (astrologically speaking); the Moon remains in freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius all day (see Wednesday late evening for details).

Friday early morning, an opportune Mercury/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 4:42am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last Sunday morning (May 7th) on; it will remain strong until May 23rd — an unusually long time, due to Mercury’s Station/ Retrograde phase.

Due to the current Retrograde phase, this is the second time within the last 5 weeks that this aspect has become exact; the first time was on April 5th. Think back to that week: What came up around honoring yourself, being honest about your thought processes, and having a more mature understanding of what’s important to you?

This could also be another opportunity to take responsibility for our thinking structures and be honest with ourselves. How can we get the most from this opportunity? Through honest communication, we have a chance to clear up any misunderstandings.

As best as you can, allow yourself to tune in and transcend your conditioned, automatic responses. A good place to start is with a commitment to better understand your conditioning and thought processes.

If we take this chance to see things more clearly and connect to ourselves more lovingly, we could get a good dose of reality and an ability to focus on long-term issues.

Remember: opportunities are openings; they aren’t necessarily handed to us — we have to “take” them and make something of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 4-8 degrees of Taurus, Pisces, Capricorn, orCancer? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Capricorn (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini, and Virgo, and Saturn rules Capricorn).

Friday late morning, 10:28am EDT, the last Quarter Moon in 21.5 degrees of Aquarius becomes exact. The Moon in forward-thinking, freedom-loving, detached Aquarius makes a challenging aspect to the Sun in sensual, steady, down-to-earth Taurus. We started to feel this aspect build from the moment the Moon entered Aquarius on Wednesday late evening.

This may bring challenges; however, it also energizes us to look at what needs to be completed — and what needs to be changed.

This Moon phase brings us closer to the next New Moon in Taurus (on May 19th). Eclipse season is almost over, so with this last Quarter Moon, rather than starting major new projects, it serves us to take a look at what was started around the time of the last Eclipse cycle — in this case, in early November 2022. We now have about a week to wrap those projects up.

What — if anything — needs last-minute adjustments? What did you discover since Nov. 8th? What did it mean for you? As best as you can, find creative solutions for anything that comes up between yourself and others — and for any internal conflicts.

Friday late evening, an opportune Mercury/Venus aspect becomes exact at 10:44pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Thursday evening on, and it will remain strong until Sunday evening. This aspect gives us the opportunity for more direct and caring connections to others.

Through enhanced communication, we have a chance to clear up any misunderstandings or discomfort from the past. Promises and clarifications may grow from this, particularly in love relationships. It is also an opportune time to make new social contacts.

Remember: this is an “opportunity” — those aren’t necessarily handed to us, we have to actively take advantage of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 4-8 degrees of Taurus, Cancer, Virgo, or Pisces? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Virgo, Gemini, Libra, or Taurus (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra)

Friday at 11:15pm EDT, we enter a brief Moon VoC that will last for a little over 1 hour, until 12:39am EDT (Saturday very early morning). If you are up and about, use this intuitive time to connect with others and explore, actively, the things that can bring you progress.

Ask yourself: Am I open to exploring something different? Am I open to seeing something that I haven’t looked at before? Am I open to new adventures?

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow.

Saturday, May 13th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius and VoC until 12:39am EDT (see Wednesday late evening and Friday late evening for details).

Saturday very early morning, at 12:39am EDT, the Moon moves into creative, sensitive Pisces, where it will journey until next week, Monday early morning (May 15th). This Moon placement often finds us more sensitive, intuitive, idealistic, and imaginative than usual. We also have a greater capacity for compassion, sympathy, and affection for all, especially those who suffer or can be regarded as the underdog.

But that idealism could also be our downfall at this time: We tend to see the best in everyone and everything, and when reality doesn’t match our idyllic vision, we might feel upset and even victimized by those harsh realities. A way out of this is to channel our idealism into spiritual or creative endeavors.

It’s also an excellent time for releasing fears — especially the ones based on a sense of separation — and experiencing “oneness”. Feelings tend to flow more freely; as best as you can, let them — in fact, “going with the flow” is the best way to go for the next couple of days.

Neptune is the ruler of Pisces — and it is currently in its own sign, making these next two days a great time to take a look at our inner spiritual connection to our “higher Self”, “Source”, or “God/Goddess”.

It’s also a great time to allow all there is as it is, and to go with the flow, following our intuitive voice as much as possible. We are being asked to tap into the “feminine” energies within ourselves, so we can start to vibrate on a universal frequency.

Ask yourself: Is my “Higher Self” asking for more introverted/inner love time? If I tune in with my intuitive voice, what am I receiving? Sensing?

Where in my life have I become too disconnected from life? Love? God/Goddess? What is my connection to the spiritual realm? What about the “heart realm”? How could nature and animals teach me about those realms?

Do I need more downtime? More resting time? More compassion? How might being kind to myself and trusting the process of Life create a more loving connection with the universe?

Saturday very early morning, a harmonious Venus/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 2:57am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Wednesday morning on; it will remain strong until next week, Tuesday morning (May 16th). This signals a time when we don’t take connections with others lightly; we are more attracted to long-term commitment than to “casual”.

Ask yourself: What long-term connections are possible at this time? What feels intuitively “right” to me? Are there any spiritual or creative connections that need strengthening or refreshing? How might mutual respect and loyalty be of support?

We feel a strong sense of responsibility to loved ones and see ourselves generally as responsible and trustworthy. We have increased sensitivity to the needs of others.

We bring more maturity, respect, and integrity to our interactions — and this is a good time to approach spiritually mature or creatively established people for their input. We may also find that looking within and doing our own spiritual work can give us a boost toward spiritual self-mastery.

This doesn’t have to be “solemn”, so ask yourself: Who might welcome a heart-centered dialogue (or a creative collaboration) that is spiritually responsible & nurturing? What would it look like if we also respected the divine in each other?

If my past had a message for me about the process of emotionally and intuitively maturing, what might that message be? What might a spiritual teacher have to say on the subject? (Think of a specific teacher for this question).

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 3-9 degrees of Cancer, Pisces, or Scorpio? If so, you will be blessed by this aspect more than others. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Capricorn (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn)

Sunday, May 14th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces all day (see Saturday early morning for details).

Sunday late evening, at 10:56pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 5 hours, until 3:56am EDT (Monday early morning). If you are awake during this intuitive time, use it to slow down a little. This is a great time for spiritual or creative endeavors. Energy work, or anything that requires our intuitive side, will work best for this time period.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Sunday late evening until Monday early morning ahead of time.

Sunday at 11:17pm EDT, Mercury comes to a halt again, in almost 6 degrees of Taurus, and slowly starts its direct motion, after its 3-week Retrograde phase. As best as you can, go with the flow, keep an open mind, and pay attention to anything that is in your face right now — you may need to address those issues again when Mercury moves through its post-Shadow phase…more on that in a moment…

We are slowly ready to shift our focus back towards the outer world again, taking in new information and sharing from a new perspective.

Ask yourself: What did I learn about my earning power and my sense of self-worth over the past 3 weeks? How might I share my findings in a healthy way? What needs to be addressed with regard to finances, physical enjoyment of life, or self-honoring?

What have I discovered in regard to this question: If I knew I am worthy simply because I am alive, how would I treat myself and others?

When Mercury gets back to its regular speed (by May 20th), communication and transportation will get back to normal; the same is true of any associated gadgets, vehicles, etc.

Some of us will feel the effects of this station more than others: those of us with Gemini or Virgo as our Sun- or Rising-Sign (Ascendant) — and those of us with personal planets (or angles) in 4-8 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius?  

Also, on Sunday, Mercury’s post-Shadow phase begins — lasting until May 31st…. as you may recall, I mentioned Mercury Shadow phases in this update a few weeks back: If you want to buy, sell or ship big-ticket items, it’s best to avoid the periods shortly before Mercury goes retrograde, and after it goes direct.

This is especially true if the items are connected to luxury items, technology, transportation (cars, plane tickets, etc.) or communication (phone, computer, iPad, etc.) Click here to read my blog on the subject.

And…

A heads up for next Monday (May 15th): the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces and VoC until 3:56am EDT. At that time, the Moon moves into pioneering, fast-paced Aries, where it will journey until next week, Wednesday morning (May 17th). In the late morning, a harmonious Mars/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 9:44am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday morning (May 9th) on; it will remain strong until next week, Sunday (May 21st). More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

One More Announcement:

Join me for our next FORECASTING FORUM, live on Friday, June 2nd at 2pm PDT/5pm EDT/10pm BST (London time).

Are you ready for some changes in your Life?

In this Forum, we will talk about: the upcoming Grand Cross in the Fixed signs involving Venus, Jupiter, Pluto & the Moon Nodes: in Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, and Aquarius (at its strongest on June 5th!)

Where does this Grand Cross land in your Birth chart?
What is it trying to teach you?

If you want to align with the upcoming energies, join me live or sign up for the mp4 video presentation.

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“Thank you for tonight’s counseling! You’re so focused and in tune with my thoughts!” — Francesca V.

 

“Very helpful.” — Karl S.

To register for this month only, click here — Early Bird Special available until May 31st at midnight EDT!

Have a fantastic week! Stay whole-hearted and healthy, and if you need support, feel free to reach out!
Many blessings,
Sonja

PS: To apply my forecasts and videos to your own birth chart, watch my 30-minute class on: “How to Read Your Birth Chart” and head to my Facebook Fan page for my daily forecast snippets.

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Sonja Francis

Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.

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May 1st – 7th

by Sonja Francis | Apr 30, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Dazed & Confused? Have Faith! 

This week’s headline items: Pluto in Aquarius will be exalted (stationing) all week; Pluto comes to a halt on Monday early afternoon to start its annual Retrograde phase; a powerful Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse in Scorpio becomes exact on Friday early afternoon; and Venus changes signs from Gemini to Cancer on Sunday late morning.

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday evening (for 6 hours), Thursday early morning (for a little over 5 hours), and Saturday late morning (for 5.5 hours).

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Jupiter is about expansion and our mental & spiritual growth. Jupiter in Taurus is earthy and loves material comfort. How will this show up for you? What area of your life will be most affected?

Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, May 1st:

Monday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day. It will journey there until Tuesday very early morning. We are generous with our time/services, and we love to help others. We also have a fondness for science and anything that makes sense in our world — things and knowledge we can apply and use.

Health might also come into focus at this time. We notice the parts that make up the whole; this is a great time to see if our daily routines (eating, work, self-care, etc.) align with our long-term goals.

Monday afternoon, at 1:09pm EDT, Pluto comes to a halt at 0º21′ of Aquarius, starting its yearly 5-month Retrograde phase (until Oct. 10th). Pluto’s energy will continue to move more slowly, and therefore more exalted, until May 16th.

When an outer planet stops, its energy gets more pronounced; we become more aware of its impact on us — and this can sometimes cause discomfort. We are being asked to hang out with that discomfort until the planet’s energy has picked up speed again (around May 16th).

During the Retrograde phase, we will have a chance to connect to anything associated with Pluto from within. Pluto is associated with our soul purpose, as well as the process of empowerment — our ability to feel empowered from within — and with our deepest passions. This forces us to see what really motivates us.

Pluto in Aquarius emphasizes some very powerful issues that we are currently dealing with collectively — a sort of re-birthing of our social connections, social causes, political parties, unions, and collaborations with like-minded people in general – which could, in turn, bring up feelings of being out of control.

Finding our tribe — one that resonates wholeheartedly with our unique flavor — may become an obsession. We may also experience grief, a desire to belong or fit in, a desire to create a future that is worth “living into”, or other intense feelings. The more we obsess, the more out of control we will feel.

The key is to focus on what we have influence over and on transforming denser energy patterns into lighter ones (in other words, becoming more conscious of our denser energy patterns so we can bring awareness and acceptance to them).

Personally and collectively, it will serve us to observe in any given moment what we would like to envision for ourselves and for others, rather than holding on to any obsessive thoughts or traumatized feelings stemming from the past that no longer serve us.

Ask yourself: How might releasing historically-based patterns of self-protection or survival support my having healthy social connections? Once aware of what those patterns are, could I experiment with surrendering all of my fears to a “higher power” (for example, the power of my eternal Soul, my divine Self)?

Until June 11th, we need to tap into our inner free spirit and embrace our future wholeheartedly. Looking back to see what has kept us from doing so in the first place will be very useful. Where have I been trying a little too hard to self-protect? Where have I been trying to control a political or social outcome?

Pluto in Aquarius is in its Retrograde phase. It is asking us to be authentic in our interactions and look at our own motivations for connecting with people, networks, affiliations, causes, etc. Given this, ask yourself: Am I coming from love, inclusion, and an open heart? Or am I coming from fear, separation, and wanting to fight (or protect)?

Until June 11th, ask yourself: What am I painfully aware of? What stems from the past and needs to be transformed? What might open up if I placed 5% more focus on enjoyment, gratitude, and healthy self-expression? How could I connect with others and have fun while giving everyone space to be their unique Selves? Could I release all fears about the future and simply trust life?

This Retrograde phase is also asking us to investigate any focus, fear, or obsession we have around changing social norms or any social/political causes. What might be the deeper value of not losing our individual self-expression? Or our joy in life? How might that serve our various networks or communities? Or the collective?

We also covered Pluto’s new journey through Aquarius, as it relates to our own individual birth charts, in our recent Forecasting Forum “Pluto in Aquarius & Eclipse Season”: click here for more info & to get this powerful 120 min. webinar at a discount

From June 11th – Oct. 10th, when Pluto has moved back into Capricorn, we need to tap into our inner authenticity, embracing the entirety of ourselves — the good, the bad, and the ugly. Paradoxically, this will help us let go of any habits, behaviors, or fears that are holding us back from feeling fully empowered from within.

Pluto in Capricorn in its Retrograde phase is asking us to step into our own authority and asks us not to give our power away to authority figures out there in the world (politicians, doctors, judges, police officers, parents, teachers, etc.). Instead, we need to take responsibility for our own decisions and the choices that we make for ourselves long-term.

The consequences of our choices and motivations also become more obvious during the Retrograde phase. It is therefore more important than ever to ask yourself: Am I choosing from love or fear?

We are invited to tap into our passion, strength, and Soul’s purpose from the inside out. This deeper connection will support us in our journey toward authenticity. We can then build a future (and long-term goals) that aligns with our Soul’s purpose. Ask yourself: What do I “just know”, deep down?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-2 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, or 27-29 degrees of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries, or Libra,? If so, you will feel this Retrograde phase more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Scorpio (Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio).

Monday evening, a Sun/Mercury alignment in 11º of Taurus becomes exact at 7:28pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday evening (April 29th) on, and it will remain strong until Wednesday evening. When the Sun and Mercury come together, we are especially sharp, communicative, and open. This aspect indicates a confident mind and an analytical approach to life.

Intelligence and communication abilities are strong. We can expect a no-nonsense approach to decision-making. Ideas tend to be practical and useful.

That said, we may not listen as well as the other speaks — we might be too busy thinking about what to say next. Words matter now, so choose them wisely: If people hung on your every word, what would you say then? What would you hold back from saying?

Our opinions are usually strong during this time; we like to think independently and are proud of our opinions and our thoughts. For this reason, our egos might get bruised if we are not “heard” — if our opinions are pushed aside, ignored, or criticized. As best as you can, express yourself fully, knowing that others may have different opinions… and that’s ok.

We may dig in our heels, but find it does not serve us, so choose your battles wisely and seek peace wherever possible.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 8-14 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Aquarius, or Leo? If so, you will be more affected by this alignment. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo, Gemini, or Virgo (the Sun rules Leo; Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo).

Monday at 7:53pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 6 hours, until 2:09am EDT (Tuesday very early morning). Use this intuitive time to find a balance between head and heart, facts and faith, reason and intuition.

It’s a great time for connecting with others and being of service. You may also want to talk to your pets or engage in more spiritual conversations that can also support our physical well-being.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday evening until Tuesday very early morning ahead of time.

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Tuesday, May 2nd:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo and VoC until 2:09am EDT (see Monday for details).

Tuesday at 2:09am EDT, the Moon moves into harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, where it will journey until Thursday late morning. The energy of the Libra Moon helps us be naturally courteous and diplomatic; we are more polite at this time as we seek the approval of others.

We very much want to maintain equal, fair relationships at this time and are therefore open to making compromises and negotiating. These next two days are a great time for mediation — but our need for peace and accompanying aversion to direct conflict could pull us to “yes” more easily than we might like.

We may also be able to see both sides of the equation so well that we can’t make decisions. As best as you can, find an inner balance with this and communicate what needs to be said with grace and charm — even if it’s “No”   One last quick note: this is also a great time for anything to do with visual arts.

Tuesday early afternoon, we are invited to make some more internal adjustments. We may want to connect with others, but may also need to focus our own energy bodies and take a more serious look at our spiritual or creative goals. What do you recognize works best for you when you get in touch with your intuitive, more creative side? What does spiritual self-mastery mean to you? (Moon in Libra quincunxes Saturn in Pisces, exact at 12:46pm EDT)

Tuesday late evening, we are also invited to make some internal adjustments: on the one hand, we may feel the need to connect with others, and be polite, diplomatic, or agreeable — but on the other hand, we may also want to communicate our preferences and think about how we can honor ourselves — our physical & material needs and wants (Moon in Libra quincunxes Mercury in Taurus, exact at 10:26pm EDT) 

Wednesday, May 3rd:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day (see Tuesday very early morning for details).

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Wednesday late morning, we become more aware that we need to find a balance between two very different energies — on the one hand, taking a compassionate approach towards our personal goals while being assertive (in a holistic way) out there in the world — and on the other hand, our need to connect and collaborate with others. Ask yourself: what if taking a compassionate approach towards myself made for more fulfilling connections with others? (Moon in Libra opposes Chiron in Aries, exact at 11:20am EDT)

Wednesday early afternoon, calls for some inner adjustments, as we feel uneasy or awkward, and need to make a choice. Making this choice demands we develop inner awareness around two very different urges…

On the one hand, we want to innovate in the area of our values (and maybe also have some financial breakthroughs); on the other hand, we feel the need to attend to our one-on-one relationships, supporting them (and perhaps collaborating). (Moon in Libra quincunxes Uranus in Taurus, exact at 1:25pm EDT) 

Wednesday late afternoon, we feel a need to stay within our safety zone while also connecting and collaborating — stretch a little, and see if you can find creative ways to connect whilst honoring your need for safety and familiarity. As best as you can, listen to your feeling-body, and be kind to yourself and others if your needs do not perfectly align. (Moon in Libra squares Mars in Cancer, exact at 5:10pm EDT)

Thursday, May 4th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra until 10:32am EDT (see Tuesday very early morning for details).

Thursday early morning, at 5:17am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last a little over 5 hours, until 10:32am EDT. Use this intuitive time to reexamine your various one-on-one relationships and expand your perspectives regarding your identity or personal passions. Do your best to balance your need for harmony and fairness against exploring yourself and your goals from a higher perspective.

Ask yourself: How can I balance my need for connection and harmony with my desire for greater self-fulfillment and independence?

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Thursday morning ahead of time.

Thursday at 10:32am EDT, the Moon moves into passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio, where it will journey until Saturday afternoon. Emotional authenticity is extremely important to us at this time; anything less than 100% emotional honesty could be perceived as flat-out dishonest. Once we feel safe trusting someone, we want to merge with them, preferably forever… as long as our trust is never betrayed.

The Moon in Scorpio urges us to uncover our own power. It does so through subtraction — it urges us to let go of whatever disempowers us. This makes it an excellent time to look at “old” fears, limiting habits, or emotional attachments, especially those stemming from past traumas.

The Moon in Scorpio tends to run right over ambiguity — it’s “in or out”, “with us or against us”, “love me or leave me”, etc. It can therefore be stormy — a cold winter storm, or a torrid tropical storm of passion, depending on how we “work” the energies.

Manipulation and paranoia are the lower vibrations of this aspect, so as best you can, be straightforward — act in good faith and assume it in others. Best of all, be truly present to the fluctuations of your feelings — no matter if they’re “polite” or “timely”. Feelings aren’t facts, but they are information — and heeding them will help you embrace all of who you are.

Know thyself — and love thyself — you shall be set free. Remember: Love connects us to the Power within; Fear causes “Force” to show up — and that’s ultimately what disempowers us and others.

Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio — and it is currently transiting through Aquarius, making this a great time to transform our visions for humanity and our future on this planet, in this universe — and to empower ourselves and others within our communities (locally or online).

It’s also a great time to dig deeper into our various networks and connections to like-minded people; so as best as you can, be authentic about your affiliations. Does participation in your current groups or networks feel empowering or disempowering? Do I feel a deep emotional alignment with like-minded people in my life? Am I allowing myself to hear the deepest calling of my Soul?

Ask yourself: Where am I looking to create more empowerment in my life? What about the lives of others? How might a self-expressed and courageously heartfelt approach serve my communities and foster better collaborations?

Use this time to create deeper, more empowering emotional connections with like-minded people, especially if you are feeling a disconnect with other networks or affiliations out there in the world. Remember: Love expands us, others, and life. Fear paralyzes!

This Moon placement also starts the build-up towards the upcoming Full Moon which is also a Lunar Eclipse (exact Friday afternoon). Feel free to watch my video or read the Lunar Eclipse article on the subject.

Thursday afternoon, a challenging Venus/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 1:40pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Monday evening on; it will remain strong until Sunday. We can be confused, unrealistic, or overly idealistic around love and money — so it’s best to wait until the transit is over before making big moves in these areas.

If we make long-term financial investments, buy or sell big-ticket items, or start brand-new relationships, it’s likely we will not see things as they truly are or be too overly optimistic about a situation.

We are being asked to have faith; to let our intuition guide us in money and love — if we are able to do this, we will grow through it.

Ask yourself: Before moving forward with a relationship or financial decision, could I tune in and get clear about my energy body and what is needed now? What if I granted 5% more trust to my inner guidance? What might I hear if I listened 5% more closely to the subtle messages of my divine nature?

As best as you can, be compassionate with yourself and others during these six days — it might also help to know that relationships and endeavors of a spiritual or artistic nature can move forward at this time.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 24-29 degrees of Gemini, Pisces, Sagittarius, Virgo, or 0 degrees of Cancer, Aries, Capricorn, or Libra? If so, you are more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Pisces (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Neptune rules Pisces).

Friday, May 5th:

Friday, the Moon remains in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio all day (see Thursday late morning for details).

Thursday night/Friday very early morning, an opportune Venus/Jupiter aspect becomes exact at 12:03am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Monday evening on; it will remain strong until Sunday. We have an opportunity to grow in our social and personal relationships at this time. Humor and caring play a big role in our interactions with others.

We can call upon tolerance, optimism, and cooperation when dealing with siblings, neighbors, or people we encounter daily in our immediate environment.

Ask yourself: What conversations would give me a new perspective about myself and my role in my one-on-one relationships? What self-perspectives might support beneficial outcomes in my day-to-day interactions with others? What attitudes towards life might do the same?

How could I step into a “bigger” version of myself and connect with people who appreciate that version?

Financially speaking, things are “on the up”; we have opportunities now to expand our pocketbooks if we make sound decisions that are connected to something we feel passionate about.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 25-29 degrees of Gemini, Aries, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Sagittarius (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius).

Friday early afternoon, at 1:34pm EDT, the Moon opposes the Sun in 15 degrees of Scorpio/Taurus. The entrance of the Moon into Scorpio on May 4th began the energetic build-up towards this powerful Full Moon.

This powerful Full Moon is a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse (the most subtle kind of Lunar Eclipses) that can be viewed in Eastern Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australia, New Zealand, Antarctica, the South Atlantic Ocean, the Indian Ocean, and the Pacific Ocean. The duration lasts 258 minutes (= 4hrs 18min.). This means that we will feel the influence of this Lunar Eclipse for four months and nine days.

This particular Lunar Eclipse is the second of two Eclipses within two weeks; it offers an opportunity for a deeper, more authentic connection with ourselves and others. Our physical and emotional bodies strongly feel the intensity of it all, so keep in mind: Eclipses ultimately support a shift in consciousness and thus bring us closer to our Soul’s path.

During a Lunar Eclipse, the Full Moon slowly dims as it passes through the Earth’s shadow, stimulating our emotional body and increasing our awareness of unconscious patterns and fears. This means we may feel more easily triggered as buried emotions, motivations, and fears surface. Beware of projections and jumping to conclusions.

If you are not sure when you are projecting something on someone else, check for these signs: defensiveness, over-reactivity, or difficulty being objective while exhibiting rigid behaviors.

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As you might know from my last Solar Eclipse video, Eclipses are always powerfully connected to the Moon Nodes and thus to our Soul’s Journey (both collectively and individually). The Moon Nodes remain in a particular polarity for 18 months. They have been in Taurus-Scorpio since Jan. 18th, 2022, highlighting issues around emotional trauma/fears & physical stability, finance, and our relationship with our physical environment and natural resources.

The North Node in Taurus emphasizes the necessity of self-esteem and a healthy relationship with the physical world — with our bodies, resources, and the Earth. The South Node in Scorpio symbolizes our need to face our fears, heal old trauma, be conscious of our motivations, and own our power, so we can step into a more passionate relationship with life and others.

Eclipses reoccur in 19-year cycles. On May 4th, 2004, there was a South Node Lunar Eclipse at 14º42’ Scorpio-Taurus, very close to the degree of this Eclipse. Ask yourself: What areas of my life needed to be addressed back then? Where am I being called to make major changes now?

All Eclipses transmit new energetic codes and transformative downloads, symbolized by the signs involved, in this case: The Moon in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio opposes the Sun in steady, peaceful Taurus.

There are several aspects worth mentioning in this Full Moon-Lunar Eclipse chart:

• Pluto (the ruler of Scorpio) is currently in Aquarius — and still exalted, although already in its Retrograde motion — squares Mercury (also in its Retrograde motion) in Taurus, and the Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio
• Mars (the co-ruler of Scorpio), currently in Cancer, still squares Chiron in Aries (as we already saw at the time of the Solar Eclipse)
• Venus (the ruler of Taurus) squares Neptune in Pisces and sextiles Jupiter in Aries
• Saturn in Pisces trines the South Node in Scorpio and sextiles the Mercury-North Node alignment in Taurus
• Last but not least, Uranus plays a significant role in this Eclipse chart — and we will address all of these planetary alignments in a moment…

Since this Lunar Eclipse is almost a continuation of the last Lunar Eclipse in November of 2022, in 16º of Taurus-Scorpio, we can check to see how far we have come since then, when it comes to facing our fears and valuing ourselves and our authentic relationships to others.

Ask yourself: What fears or inauthentic (or even toxic) relationships must I still release or transform if I am to step into greater abundance and happiness in my life? What has changed for me in the last six months? What is calling to me now?

For the next four months, we seek the balance and integration of two polarities and are aware that something needs to be brought into alignment; the balance in question is between our physical attachments, aversions, and connections — symbolized by Taurus— and our emotional attachments, aversions, and connections (Scorpio).

The time of the Lunar Eclipse brings greater awareness to what was unconscious or hidden previously. This particular one invites us to let go of fears or disempowering behaviors and thereby break through to the next level of our evolution, individually and collectively.

So, here’s this Eclipse’s central question: As a society, are we living in alignment with our values, with what makes us happy and satisfied? How about as individuals? Do we feel empowered and emotionally fulfilled? Are there any fears that lie in our way on the path of progress? Or any rigid thought processes?

To take a closer look at the signs involved in this polarity, to read about their Shadow aspects, and all of the planetary connections in this Lunar Eclipse chart, feel free to read the whole Lunar Eclipse article and get all the Coaching questions, here.

Because Eclipses are so powerful, I use a bigger orb than a regular Full or New Moon. I usually use a 5º orb instead of 2º… so since this Lunar Eclipse takes place in 15º of Scorpio…

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 10-20 degrees of Scorpio, Taurus, Leo, orAquarius? If so, you are more affected by this month’s powerful Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer). 

Saturday, May 6th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio until 4:04pm EDT (see Thursday late morning for details).

Saturday late morning, at 10:38am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 5.5 hours until 4:04pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to experience a sense of ease and flow, but you may need to slow down and allow your feelings to come through. A gentle approach is best.

We feel good when coming from the heart and making deeper connections with others. Being open to receiving, trusting the process, and going with the flow is key! 

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Saturday late morning until the late afternoon ahead of time.

Saturday late afternoon, at 4:04pm EDT, the Moon moves into optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius, where it will journey until next week, Monday evening (May 8th). We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn. We’re not likely to be big fans of routine — diversity and new adventures work best at this time — we’re also physically restless and need to burn that off with activity and physical exercise.

We tend to feel more open, optimistic, and inspired — but we also have a high degree of independence — and taking these two influences together, we’d rather inspire others to do things our way, as opposed to issuing or obeying orders. Inspiring others could come easier than normal, as we can see the bigger picture, leaving us confident that others will agree with us once they see what we see.

As best as you can, speak your truth without assuming that everyone is on the same page as you. Improvisation works well for us at this time, as we are spontaneous and love living on the edge — just watch out you aren’t overdoing or overstating things.

Jupiter is the ruler of Sagittarius — and it is currently transiting through Aries, making this a great time to explore our individual passions and goals. As best as you can, bring the enthusiastic energies of Jupiter to the fulfillment of your own desires — and get excited about new paths and new projects.

Ask yourself: What might open up if I became more connected to “I am that I am”? What if I took a 5% more positive attitude towards myself and my personal passions and goals?

What might promote my independence and me walking my own path? What might do the same for growth around my sexuality and my human identity? What personal beliefs about my identity am I now ready to explore or go beyond?

Use this time to create more joy and pleasure in the pursuit of your personal goals, especially if you are getting burned out from doing too much for too long.

Sunday, May 7th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius all day (see Saturday afternoon for details).

Sunday at 10:25am EDT, Venus changes signs from versatile, chatty & curious Gemini to protective, home & family-oriented Cancer. It will journey there until June 5th; for those four weeks, we value family, loved ones, our home, and emotional safety.

We prefer to be around safe, familiar people and places. We’d rather stay home than socialize; if we do go out, we much prefer dinner parties at someone’s home to dining out. When it comes to love, be gentle with each other — and make sure to talk about your feelings.

With regard to our finances, it’s best to stick to what feels safest and most secure. It’s a favorable time for real estate and interior design, or anything that makes the home more comfortable and livable.

Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra? If so, you may feel more shy for the next four weeks. Your heart will want to connect to family and loved ones. If you are a Cancer Sun-sign or Rising-sign, you are going to have more love and beauty in your life, for as long as Venus is in your sign.  

Sunday evening, a somewhat challenging Venus/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 6:10m EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday evening on; it will remain strong until Monday evening (May 8th). We feel uneasy about something, almost awkward — and we need to make a choice. An inner awareness needs to be developed in order to see what needs adjusting.

Fear of disappointment and of others is causing some tension. Our inner need for growth requires us to be honest about what is causing our fears — most likely our lack of good boundaries and self-esteem.

We might easily get pulled into overly burdensome roles in other people’s lives because we feel it is required. Careful examination of our home/family and how we feel about ourselves is necessary if we are to free our ability to love, develop, and grow. This deep examination could potentially lead to deep inner healing.

That said, we need to acknowledge that this aspect has an air of intensity, and we get the sense that something very powerful is taking place in our home, surroundings, family, or familiar relations.

Quincunxes can affect our health or well-being, so take extra care of yourself during those three days.

If you are experiencing a power struggle, feeling out of control, or are simply uncomfortable with the intensity, ask yourself: Could I allow myself to trust that higher power and my ability to take care of myself will see me through this? What if I looked at my future as something calling for inclusivity and diversity rather than safety or familiarity? What might “trusting the path to my future” look like?

As best as you can, evaluate any relationships or financial dealings before getting involved; our intense energy and humanitarian spirit could feed other people’s unrealistic expectations, leaving us feeling drained and unsupported — empower yourself and others by thinking about what’s best for most, rather than wanting what’s familiar.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-1 degrees of Cancer or Aquarius or 29 degrees of Gemini or Capricorn? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Scorpio (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio). 

And…

A heads up for next Monday (May 8th): the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius until 7:33pm EDT. In late afternoon, at 4:28pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 3 hours until 7:33pm EDT. At that time, the Moon moves into ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn, where it will journey until Wednesday late evening. More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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April 24th – 30th

by Sonja Francis | Apr 23, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

An Opportunity to Grow

This week’s headline items: Pluto remains exalted all week; Mercury, now in its retrograde phase, continues its Station phase until Friday; the first Quarter Moon in Leo becomes exact on Thursday afternoon; Mercury ends its Station phase on Friday (remaining retrograde until May 14th).

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday morning (for a little over 6.5 hours), Wednesday evening (for almost 7 hours), and Saturday morning (for a little over 8 hours).

Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, April 24th:

Monday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini until 2:58pm EDT. Until that time, we like to learn, connect, and interact as much as possible.

“Busy” feels good: connecting online, on the phone, or sharing face-to-face, preferably multi-tasking all the way… The one thing we can do without is boredom: If our mind is not engaged in some way, we might as well curl up and play dead …

Monday morning, around 7am EDT, the Sun aligns with the North Node in 4º of Taurus. We have been feeling this alignment from last week, Friday (April 21st) on, and it will still feel quite strong until this Thursday (April 27th). It calls on us to become more aware of our personal physical reality (i.e. our body and resources) and the connection we have with our planet.

When we learn to have a healthy relationship with our body and this planet, we can experience more abundance and greater trust in our intrinsic value, and thus feel more fulfilled and satisfied with our lives. It will pay to take a practical approach, and allow ourselves to learn about alternative material resources, or gather resources that allow us to better enjoy this physical reality; the same is true of any flexible earning strategies.

Ask yourself: What simple step could I take to be more realistically connected to my body, finances, and talents? Could I allow myself to not get attached to one specific outcome? Where could I learn about “healthy” financial skills? What might be possible if I truly honored myself and my physical experience, allowing myself to see my value, every day, no matter what?

Feel free to read more about the Moon Nodes in Taurus-Scorpio in this article here.

Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo? If so, you will feel more influenced by this alignment. If you are a Taurus Sun-sign or Rising-sign, for as long as the Sun and the North Node are in your sign, you may very well feel a strong need to honor & love yourself and connect to your body and the Earth — in fact, this is about setting a healthy example for others.

Monday morning, at 8:15am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 6.5 hours, until 2:58pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments — you may also need to do a little stretching and growing when it comes to your inner or emotional experiences. As best as you can, be gentle with yourself and others, and seek to understand before seeking to be understood.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday morning until the afternoon ahead of time.

Monday afternoon, at 2:58pm EDT, the Moon enters protective, nurturing Cancer, where it will journey until Thursday very early morning. With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say and therefore our feelings are more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others. Self-Care is key for the next two days

Emotional safety is important to us as well; we like connecting to the familiar and we enjoy nurturing ourselves and others — home and family call to us, for instance. Make sure though, that your glass is filled before letting others drink from it, otherwise you might start to feel drained and resentful.

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Tuesday, April 25th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day (see Monday afternoon for details).

Tuesday morning, an opportune Sun/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 6:48am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last Sunday early morning (April 23rd), and it will remain strong until this Thursday evening. This aspect provides an opportunity to become aware of what needs to happen if we are to accomplish something concrete.

We have common sense at our disposal and are willing to look reality in the eye and take responsibility for our lives and how we live them.

This is an opportunity to be more aware of our desire for peace and physical comfort while staying present in the here and now and trusting our intuitive knowing — and also to see how a down-to-earth, slower approach could benefit us, both in terms of our spiritual practices and for our own physical well-being and enjoyment of life.

Remember: opportunities are openings, they aren’t necessarily handed to us — we have to “take” them and make something of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 3-7 degrees of Taurus, Pisces, Capricorn, or Cancer? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Capricorn (the Sun rules Leo; Saturn rules Capricorn)

Tuesday evening, an opportune Venus/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 7:50pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build last Sunday evening (April 23rd) on; it will remain strong until this Thursday afternoon. It’s an opportunity to bring healing to our wounds around relationships or our sense of self-worth.

We get a chance to love ourselves and heal deep fears of not being “good enough”. Healing happens much faster when we can be open to forgiving ourselves and others. As best as you can, bring compassion and understanding to yourself, to others, and to those past experiences that wounded you.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 15-19 degrees of Gemini, Aries, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra)

Wednesday, April 26th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day (see Monday afternoon for details).

Wednesday early morning, if you are already awake at this time, it brings an opportunity to connect to family (or friends that feel like family) and create breakthroughs around things that we enjoy through our five senses (e.g. food).

This may also be a good time to find a unique or global approach to financial matters that brings us emotional security. (Moon in Cancer sextiles Uranus in Taurus, exact at 2:45am EDT)

Wednesday afternoon, we are invited to make some adjustments in our lives and find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable situations. As best as you can, look to expand your perspectives around any personal goals you are currently pursuing and find ways to create nurturing connections with biological or “chosen” family members. (Moon in Cancer squares Jupiter in Aries, exact at 5:09pm EDT)  

Wednesday evening, at 7:41pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last almost 7 hours, until 2:30am EDT (Thursday very early morning). Use this intuitive time to be in a state of “flow” and emotional connection to others; spiritual and creative endeavors are favored at this time.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Wednesday evening until Thursday very early morning ahead of time.

Thursday, April 27th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer and VoC until 2:30am EDT (see Monday afternoon for details).

Thursday very early morning, at 2:30am EDT, the Moon enters fun and attention-loving Leo, where it will journey until Saturday afternoon. We may lack objectivity and struggle with backing down or compromising. We all love to be admired — or at the very least acknowledged — for our greatness…

So, hand out some compliments — let people know how proud you are of them, and tell them how much you love them. Come from the heart in this and all other things… be honest and authentic as best you can. Fun, games, and romance are a big part of this energy. You might also enjoy spending time with little ones.

If there are no “outer children” around, how about getting in touch with your “inner child” — it’s easier for the next two-and-a-half days. What are you most grateful for today? What would be heaps and heaps of fun? What would be so much fun that you let out a tiny squeak just thinking of it?

This Moon placement also starts the build-up towards the first Quarter Moon (exact later today).

Thursday late morning, a challenging Mars/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 9:34am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last week, Thursday late evening (April 20th) on; it will remain strong until next week, Wednesday (May 3rd). This aspect invites us to stretch and grow beyond what we thought was possible in regard to our masculine energies. It requires a creative approach and an ability to see our insecurities around anger or self-assertion as a part of being human.

This aspect also challenges us to see our own attachments and aversions as a normal, perhaps even valid, part of being human. That way, should we choose to express desire or anger (or even contempt or disgust), such expressions will feel natural and organic, rather than something that provokes shame.

We may experience situations that call forth our initiative and independence — but we may not feel confident that we can rise to the challenge, let alone follow through. As best as you can, when the challenge comes, take baby steps to move forward — and feel the excitement that comes with stepping out of the familiar. Ask yourself: What would my hero do?

We may also experience triggers that are connected to past wounds from childhood. Take this as an opportunity to grow and allow yourself to notice (rather than judge) your reactions.

Ask yourself: How old am I when I react to my triggers? What if there was no shame in my feeling angry? No matter how strong the feeling? What if I saw the part of me that got triggered as valid and deserving of my love and understanding? How might a compassionate approach support me next time around?

Those of us who have any of our personal planets (or our Ascendant) in 14-21 degrees of Cancer, Aries, Capricorn, or Libra will feel most affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries (Mars rules Aries).

Thursday afternoon, at 5:20pm EDT, the first Quarter Moon in 7º21′ of Leo becomes exact. We started to feel this aspect from the moment the Moon entered Leo very early this morning. The Moon in fun and attention-loving Leo makes a challenging aspect to the Sun in steady, peaceful Taurus.

Last week (April 19/20th) saw a powerful New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Aries. If we set some intentions on April 22nd or 23rd we are now ready to make some adjustments. This is a time to stretch and grow — and create some forward momentum — in fact, we may feel compelled to act, stirring up anxiety or overwhelm, so just go one breath at a time.

Remember, we’re still in Eclipse Season until May 19th and thus don’t have all the information we need to move brand-new projects forward yet, so allow for changes, remain flexible and adaptable, and find creative solutions in day-to-day interactions with others.

Allow also for new downloads and for the release of “old” codes and conditioning. Simply put: an open mind and heart will serve us best (that’s true in general, but especially true until Eclipse season ends).

Another thing to remember: if something is beginning or ending in a way that seems organic… allow it to be. As best as you can, observe your feelings and stay grounded in the “here and now”. Connect to your intuition and inner wisdom; they will help carry you through this period. We are receiving a consciousness upgrade — that’s a good thing!

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 5-9 degrees of Leo, Taurus, Aquarius, or Scorpio? If so, you will feel the effects of this first Quarter Moon more strongly than otherwise. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).

Friday, April 28th:

Friday, the Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo all day (see Thursday very early morning for details).

Friday morning, we are asked to make some adjustments in our lives. As best as you can, find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable situations. Make space for your inner child, creative self-expression, and fun — and also for down-to-earth conversations & connections, and learning about material or financial matters. Flexibility is key. (Moon in Leo squares Mercury in Taurus, exact at 5:44am EDT)

Friday early afternoon, things flow nicely and we feel excited about new healing modalities. There’s an opportunity here to be compassionate toward ourselves and others and for connecting to our inner child.

As best as you can, have fun when connecting with others, bring a healing quality to the table by tapping into your inner joy, explore things on a holistic level, and take a risk. (Moon in Leo trines Chiron in Aries, exact at 1:11pm EDT)

Friday afternoon, we may feel pulled in two quite different directions: On the one hand, we experience a need for connecting with our inner child energy (creative self-expressions and joy), and on the other hand, we want to make space for pursuing our financial vision — and we also want to break free from outdated value systems.

As such, we may have to address what we value, both in others and in ourselves (which informs our self-worth); as best as you can, make adjustments, and find creative solutions when it comes to these energies. (Moon in Leo squares Uranus in Taurus, exact at 3:26pm EDT)

Friday evening, we are invited to connect with others from the heart. What if you let yourself enjoy others in the mutual sharing of information, and learning something new about each other? (Moon in Leo sextiles Venus in Gemini, exact at 7:42pm EDT)

Also on Friday, Mercury resumes its normal pace through the sky, ending its station — but moving backward through the sky, as seen from Earth (that’s what “retrograde” refers to).

If any thinking and/or communication issues have come up around our financial, or material resources since April 7th (when Mercury entered its pre-Shadow phase), we’ll now have a chance to do some internal work on those issues. We are also invited to look at (and perhaps reorganize) any possessions that we no longer need to hold on to.

Saturday, April 29th:

Saturday, the Moon remains in fun and attention-loving Leo until 2:59pm EDT (see Thursday very early morning for details).

Saturday morning, at 6:53am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last a little over 8 hours, until 2:59pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to create, explore, and become part of something new and exciting. Things flow nicely — let them! How excited could you get about a new project?

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Saturday morning until the afternoon ahead of time.

Saturday afternoon, at 2:59pm EDT, the Moon enters detail-oriented, practical Virgo, where it will journey until next week, Tuesday very early morning. We are generous with our time/services, and we love to help others. We also have a fondness for science and anything that makes sense in our world — things and knowledge we can apply and use.

Health might also come into focus at this time. We notice the parts that make up the whole; this is a great time to see if our daily routines (eating, work, self-care, etc.) align with our long-term goals.

Saturday late afternoon, an opportune Mars/Uranus aspect becomes exact at 4:05pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday on, and it will remain strong until next week, Wednesday evening (May 3rd), providing an opportunity to create some forward movement in our lives, especially in connection to our physical reality (finances, our body, our talents, etc).

In the physical realm, we can more easily take actions at home with the support of our family or “chosen family”. That said, it’s wise to pay attention to your feeling-body when starting anything, so as best as you can, listen to the messages you receive from your physical body, and check if your needs are being met.

We may want to work on projects that address a desire for safety, familiarity, and helping others. Flexibility, trusting our connection to a higher calling, and open-heartedness are key to success; pleasant changes may be in store — certainly unexpected ones.

Ask yourself: How might an environment that supports feeling nurtured or being nurturing support my enjoyment of life? How might it support my physical well-being? Might merging my five senses with soothing activities foster a greater appreciation for the physical realm? What small step could I take toward this?

As best as you can, watch out for messages from the Universe! Again, these messages might also be received through the physical body — and remember that an opportunity is not automatically given to us: We have to “realize” it.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 16-21 degrees of Cancer, Taurus, Pisces, or Virgo? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aries or Aquarius (Mars is the ruler of Aries; Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius).

Sunday, April 30th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day (see Saturday afternoon for details).

Sunday very early morning: if we are awake at this time, we may well find ourselves seeking a balance between head and heart, facts and faith, reason and intuition. We may also need to slow down a little and take our time to find out what helps us strike that balance. (Moon in Virgo opposes Saturn in Pisces, exact at 1:41am EDT) 

Sunday late morning, we are invited to look at the details of our daily routines and simply enjoy “the good things in life” — connect with nature, the earth. This could also be a great time to clarify what’s important to us. Ask yourself: What works for me in my daily routines? What doesn’t? What feels good to my body? What doesn’t? (Moon in Virgo trines the Sun in Taurus, exact at 10:59am EDT)

Sunday afternoon, we are tasked to gain clarity about what’s important to us. Ask yourself: What needs to be communicated, and/or organized differently, so my daily routines support my financial goals? What do I know now, that I can easily implement when it comes to honoring myself, that I didn’t know before? (Moon in Virgo trines Mercury in Taurus, exact at 3:05pm EDT) 

Also, be aware that Pluto comes to a standstill tomorrow (Monday) early afternoon. We will likely be very aware of Pluto’s loud and exalted energy. As best as you can, keep your heart open, and trust life! You may find it helpful to repeat “I’m ok, and I’m going to be ok” to yourself.

I also recommend that you watch my Pluto in Aquarius webinar. It can help you understand your experience with this energy a bit better. Specifically, it can help you see what you need to surrender to, or at least trust, that is part of a much bigger process guided by your higher Self — by your Soul.

==> Star Members received a recording of this webinar on April 8th (it should be in your email Inbox). If you are not yet a Star Member, you can get access to this 2-hour webinar here.

And…

A heads up for next Monday (May 1st): the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day. At 1:09pm EDT, Pluto comes to a halt at 0º21′ of Aquarius, starting its yearly 5-month Retrograde phase. In the evening, a Sun/Mercury alignment in 11º of Taurus becomes exact at 7:28pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday evening on, and it will remain strong until next week, Wednesday evening (May 3rd). At 7:53pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 6 hours, until 2:09am EDT (Tuesday very early morning). More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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April 17th – 23rd

by Sonja Francis | Apr 16, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Major Growth Opportunity 

This week’s headline items: Mercury’s Station phase in Taurus intensifies on Monday; Pluto’s Station phase in Aquarius continues all week and intensifies on Sunday; A North Node Solar Eclipse in Aries becomes exact Wednesday night/very early on Thursday; the Sun changes signs from Aries to Taurus early Thursday morning; Mercury comes to a halt to start its 3-week Retrograde phase early Friday morning.

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday afternoon (for a little over 6 hours), Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning (17 minutes), and Friday late evening (6.5 hours).

Before we get to this week’s Forecast, please remember that…

A Powerful New Moon and Solar Eclipse becomes exact on Wednesday night. Please wait to set your Solar Eclipse Intentions until 48 hours after the Eclipse becomes exact.

This is because we are downloading new templates at the time of an Eclipse, and the energies are pretty intense, so we want to wait until it all settles down a little before setting our intentions, …so please wait until Saturday morning to set your Intentions.

==> Watch my Solar Eclipse video for more info

Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, April 17th:

Monday, the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces until 9:09pm EDT. This Moon placement often finds us more sensitive, intuitive, idealistic, and imaginative than usual. We also have a greater capacity for compassion, sympathy, and affection for all, especially those who suffer or can be regarded as the underdog.

Monday afternoon, at 2:57pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 6 hours until 9:09pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to slow down a little. This is a great time for spiritual or creative endeavors. Energy work, or anything that requires our intuitive side, will work best for the next several hours.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday afternoon until the late evening ahead of time.

Monday late evening, at 9:09pm EDT, the Moon moves into pioneering, fast-paced Aries, where it will journey until Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning. Life is an adventure; we’re more open to new ideas and have great enthusiasm for new projects. Patience is certainly not our strong suit at this time, but we can decide quickly and act immediately.

Our independence and dynamism are important to us right now, so we may find it hard to be disciplined or accept advice at this time; in general, our responses to others tend to be more assertive or even aggressive. If you find your foot tapping, try hitting the gym or finding other ways to burn off the body’s excess energy.

This Moon placement also starts the build-up to the Solar Eclipse in Aries, which will be exact on Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning —  feel free to watch my video on the subject.

Also, on Monday, Mercury’s Station intensifies, as Mercury is preparing to come to a halt on Friday early morning (beginning its 3-week Retrograde phase). As I mentioned last week Saturday already, during the station phase, we feel Mercury’s energies more strongly. It will remain at its most intensified until April 25th.

Pay attention to anything “in your face” in any of the following areas: communications, finances, short travels, transportation of any kind, and communication devices. You will get a chance to make adjustments once Mercury has ended its Retrograde phase (to be more precise, during the Shadow phase that follows).

Here are some questions you could ask yourself during the Mercury Station phase: Is my mind drawn to physical beauty? Do I want to enjoy my own body and my physical surroundings? Perhaps get out into nature? Do I find myself constantly thinking about how to have a more materially satisfying life?

What would it be like to communicate in a realistic, down-to-earth way with others? What about listening with the intention of honoring myself? What will get me one baby step closer to that, right here, right now?

For the next nine days, we need to be extra patient with ourselves and others — especially if there is a connection with luxury items, communication, or transportation and their associated technologies — this is not the best time to start anything brand-new, particularly if it contains new information connected to financial undertakings.

We might experience delays or misunderstandings; things could feel “off” or stagnant. It might be a good idea to give yourself some extra time when getting ready to go somewhere — and that goes for the journey itself, too — especially if you intend to drive or use public transportation. Going with the flow is definitely recommended at this time.

Be extra patient if you intend to buy, sell or ship big-ticket items, especially if they are transportation or communication devices like anything connected to planes, trains, cars, phones, computers, iPads, etc. Best of all (if possible): wait until after May 31st, when Mercury’s post-Shadow phase is over.

Some of us will feel the effects of the Mercury station more than others: those of us who have Gemini or Virgo as our Sun- or Rising-Sign (Ascendant); and those of us with personal planets in 13-17 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo or Aquarius.

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Tuesday, April 18th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in pioneering, fast-paced Aries all day (see Monday for details).

Tuesday very early morning at 12:23am EDT, we are entering the most potent time for downloads. 48 hours before and after a Solar Eclipse becomes exact, the energies are quite intense, as we are downloading new templates at the time of an Eclipse — you may also want to watch my Solar Eclipse video for more info.

Also worth mentioning, Pluto started to slow down already on April 9th and will continue to do so all week until it comes to a halt to start its yearly Retrograde phase on May 1st.

Pluto’s energy has been getting “louder” because it is moving slower than normal (aka station). When an outer planet stations, its energy gets more pronounced; we become more aware of its impact on us — and this can sometimes cause discomfort. We are being asked to hang out with that discomfort until the planet’s energy has picked up speed again (around May 16th).

As best as you can, take a closer look at whatever is “in your face” for the next four weeks. Look for what might no longer be in alignment with your soul’s purpose (your deep, authentic, emotional Self).

The Pluto Station in Aquarius amplifies our need for social causes and authentic connections out there in the world — not only for right now but for our future. It also sends a message about empowering ourselves and transforming anything that is no longer congruent within our social networks or affiliations. What needs to die in my life, so my social connections can be transformed and my Soul rejuvenated?

Because we are placing so much focus on changing social norms or having a social cause, we need to be especially aware of not losing our individual self-expression and our joy in life. Given this, do your best to strike a balance between alignment with social issues and joyful self-expression.

Ask yourself: What deep-seated fears are coming to the surface in connection with social norms? Where do I feel “out of control”? Where am I trying a little too hard to self-protect or control a political or social outcome? What if I surrendered all my fears and trusted the divine power that resides within me?

For a more in-depth look at Pluto in Aquarius, please feel free to get/watch my webinar on the subject.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-2 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, or 28-29 degrees of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries, or Libra? If so, you will feel this station more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Scorpio (Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio).

Wednesday, April 19th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in pioneering, fast-paced Aries all day (see Monday for details).

Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning, at 12:13am EDT, a powerful New Moon/Solar Eclipse becomes exact in an exalted degree of Aries — 29 degrees and 50 minutes! That’s only 10 minutes shy of 0 degrees of Taurus. This launches a new Moon and Eclipse cycle.

This Hybrid Solar Eclipse will not be observable in the U.S. but will be in western Australia, East Timor, and Eastern Indonesia. 

Hybrid Solar Eclipses shift from “Total” to “Annular” as the Moon’s shadow races over the Earth. According to Space.com, these Eclipses are quite rare, occurring just a few times every century.

Solar Eclipses are extra-powerful New Moons that occur approximately every six months — this is the first in 2023 and the first Solar Eclipse in Aries (in this particular Eclipse cycle that will be in effect until January 2025). You may also want to watch my Solar Eclipse video.

During a Solar Eclipse, the Moon momentarily interrupts the normal flow of Solar Radiation, destabilizing existing energy configurations and reorganizing consciousness to a higher level. Solar Eclipses indicate the beginning of a new experience, project, or cycle.

This is the first North Node Solar Eclipse in Aries since 2004. The Moon Nodes will move into the Aries-Libra polarity on July 17th, 2023, and land on the Solar Eclipse degree. So it is safe to say that something will happen around July 18th that will resonate back to what began around April 20th.

Here are some things to note in this New Moon/Solar Eclipse chart:

• We have two planets in an exalted state: Mercury in Taurus starts its Retrograde phase the day after the Eclipse becomes exact, and Pluto in Aquarius is also exalted, preparing to come to a halt and going retrograde on May 1st.
• One planet conjuncts the Eclipse (Jupiter in Aries)
• One planet squares the Eclipse (an exalted Pluto) — both of those planets are outer planets (and thus impact the collective as well as the individual)
• Mars, the ruler of Aries, currently in Cancer, squares Chiron in Aries and sextiles Mercury in Taurus

Before we go any further, let’s first talk about the sign of Aries:

This Solar Eclipse in pioneering, fast-paced Aries focuses more on our independence and dynamism  — you could say that we seek a healthier relationship with ourselves, one in which we are neither too caught up in our passions and enthusiasm for life nor too divorced from such feelings and pursuits. A healthy sense of Self and rising to a new level of consciousness around forging our path will also get a lot of focus.

We are powerfully reminded to… to read the whole Solar Eclipse article and get access to all of the Coaching questions, click here.

Because Eclipses are so powerful, they require a bigger orb than a regular Full or New Moon. I usually use a 5º orb instead of 2º… so since this Solar Eclipse takes place in 29º50‘ of Aries:

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 24-29 degrees of Aries, Libra, Cancer, Capricorn, or 0-5 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius? If so, you may feel the effects of this New Moon more strongly; this is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo, the Moon rules Cancer)

Setting Intentions for a Solar Eclipse is a little different from the regular monthly New Moon process — after all, we are setting them for the whole 6-month Eclipse cycle rather than just the next 28 days.

Solar Eclipse Intentions are best done 48 hours after the Eclipse becomes exact. This is because we are downloading new templates at the time of an Eclipse, and the energies are pretty intense, so we want to wait until it all settles down a little before setting our intentions — that said, we do not want to set them during a Moon void of course.

Given all this, we will talk about setting Intentions on Saturday, so stay tuned 😉

Also, on Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning, at 12:13am EDT, we enter a very brief Moon VoC that will last only 17 minutes until 12:30am EDT. Use this intuitive time to be still and go within. As best as you can, tune in, focus on yourself, and get in touch with what turns you on about life.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow.

Thursday, April 20th:

Thursday very early morning at 12:30am EDT, the Moon enters steady, peaceful Taurus. It will journey there until Saturday morning.

We love all physical comforts, prefer consistency, and would rather stick with what we know works well. In other words: change is not our favorite thing, and “rushing things” goes against our grain.

What is our favorite thing for the next two days? It’s probably slowing down and getting in touch with whatever delights our senses.

Thursday early morning, at 4:14am EDT, the Sun changes signs from bold, courageous Aries to steady, peaceful Taurus; it will journey there until May 21st. For the next four weeks, our attention is on physical pleasures and we are more aware of our need for comfort and consistency. The Sun in Taurus reminds us to slow down and smell the roses.

We are able to be very consistent and methodical, which helps us bring groundedness and reality to our new goals. We focus on what is most important to us. What do you value most? How do you feel about yourself and what you bring to the table?

All this is especially true if you are a Leo or Taurus Sun-sign or Rising-sign. As a Taurus, you will feel a good dose of confidence and playfulness in the next four weeks; as a Leo your vitality will most likely slow down and you might indulge in physical or material pleasures.

Thursday early afternoon, a challenging Sun/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 12:27pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last Sunday (April 16th); it will remain strong until this Sunday morning. What we identify ourselves with could now be challenged. This aspect forces us to confront our will, power, assertion, and authority.

Coming into focus now: the relationship with a father- or other important male figures. We may face the need to be more independent, assertive, and autonomous.

If we resist letting go and surrendering to the idea that some things cannot be directed or controlled, we may become controlling, jealous, or overbearing — and thereby alienate people.

This fear may lead us to compulsive, suspicious, or difficult behavior, costing us the very thing that we hold dear. We are learning to detach from (or let go of) something or someone that no longer serves us — the “something” could include attitudes.

As best as you can, open yourself up to the power of love within. When you do, you will discover your own strength and rework your very identity. Perhaps most importantly, this aspect puts us face to face with exactly what’s been holding us back from leading a fuller, more meaningful life.

We may have to make some changes or adjustments within our social obligations or relationships. As best as you can, be open to receiving feedback from others during this time. Visualize a future that makes the best of everything available to all living beings.

If you feel pressured into doing something or feel a power struggle build, as best as you can, get centered, get grounded, and use your creativity to find win/win situations. This aspect is a major growth opportunity for us: we struggle with buried elements of our personality and ego, learning to face, accept and transform them.

Ask yourself: What stems from the past and needs to be transformed for me to have more enthusiasm — and the courage to go after what I truly feel passionate about? What might transform out there if I focused 5% more on what I have influence over?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-3 degrees of Taurus, Aquarius, Scorpio, Leo, or 27-29 degrees of Aries, Capricorn, Libra, or Cancer? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Scorpio (the Sun is the ruler of Leo; Pluto rules Scorpio).

Friday, April 21st:

Friday, the Moon remains in steady, peaceful Taurus all day (see Thursday very early morning for details).

Friday at 4:35am EDT, Mercury comes to a standstill at 15.5 degrees of Taurus (starting its 3-week Retrograde phase), slowing things down tremendously until Saturday evening. Give yourself extra time to go to work (during that time) or to get things done. If you are traveling, just simply go with the flow… you’ll get there… eventually. The same is true when it comes to all our technological communication devices…

With Mercury being Retrograde, its energy feels stronger inside of us, helping us recognize what is out of alignment and pointing to how we can begin realigning ourselves with the outside world, starting from within. We can ask ourselves: Where do I feel too attached to the physical realm? Where have I become disconnected or alienated from it? How does this attachment or aversion relate to my finances? What needs to be reorganized? Reconsidered?

Mercury will spend the whole 3-week Retrograde phase in Taurus, the sign most concerned with self-worth, material possessions, finances, physical comfort, and beauty. This provides extra opportunities to re-evaluate our relationship to the physical world and connect from within to a place of self-honoring, beauty, and comfort.

We can adopt a more down-to-earth approach to life, so this is also a chance to readdress anything from the past that felt dishonoring or unrealistic and is now ready to be cleared. This process begins internally and works its way out, offering a chance to honor ourselves and communicate our preferences.

Ask yourself: Where could I now honor myself that previously did not seem possible? What if I practiced saying “No” to the people, places, and things that do not align with my personal preferences?

Where do I find a disconnect with the physical realm in my life? (This could include the physical body, the planet, nature, physical objects, money, etc.) What is playing a role in creating that?

What am I learning about my inner dialog? What needs to be readdressed concerning my finances? My material possessions? My ability to honor my talents? My beauty?

If any thinking or communication issues have come up around any self-worth issues or financial issues from April 7th – 21st, we’ll have a chance to do some internal work on those issues from April 21st – May 14th.

This Retrograde phase will last until May 14th. People worry about Mercury Retrogrades, but it’s important not to stop one’s life during these times. As mentioned above, certain things may take longer — but a retrograde gives us a chance to resolve things that have been keeping us from living our lives in a more wholesome way — especially things that came up within the past three weeks.

It’s time to rethink, retool, and release what has come to feel unjust or has become misaligned with our thinking.

This is also an optimal time for catching up on unfinished business, repairing what’s not working, and reconnecting with those people, places, or things that bring us closer to feeling whole. Also favored: reconnecting with old friends, clients, siblings, and past relationships in general.

As always: with a Mercury Retrograde phase, always read the small print — and re-read a contract before signing (if you have to sign something) — or ask another person for a second opinion… Basically, during these periods, it’s best to be aware of any details that we might have overlooked… and check in with our intuition… and stay open to the possibility of renegotiation or adjustments down the line!

A Mercury Retrograde is an excellent time for re-evaluating and re-organizing. This is especially true for our thought patterns and decisions (particularly those made in the three weeks before the start of the Retrograde) — but it’s true of our lives in general: we can reach a more precise understanding as to what works and what doesn’t, and what needs to change.

Mercury also represents our day-to-day mind; this is also experienced internally. When it comes to communication, make sure that what you say, write, and hear is the same as the intended meaning — and use the spell-checker  

Another thing to consider is how each Mercury Retrograde phase affects your personal birth chart. Do you have any personal planets that Mercury will align with during its retrograde journey? The houses of your chart each represent different areas of your life — which of the houses in your chart is affected by this retrograde?

As with any retrograde, some of us will be more affected than others, depending on how it interacts with our personal chart. If you have your Ascendant, Career Point, or any personal planets in 4-17 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius, you will be more affected by this particular retrograde. This is also the case for those of us who have a Gemini or Virgo Sun- or Rising-sign (Mercury rules Gemini and Virgo).

Friday late evening, at 11:41pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last exactly 6.5 hours until 6:11am EDT (Saturday morning). Use this intuitive time as an opportunity to meet your need for material comfort with a gentler, more intuitive approach. Inner and outer beauty is key! 

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Friday late ending until Saturday morning ahead of time.

Saturday, April 22nd:

Saturday, the Moon remains in steady, peaceful Taurus and VoC until 6:11am EDT (see Thursday very early morning and Friday late evening for details).

Saturday morning, at 6:11am EDT, the Moon enters chatty, versatile Gemini, where it will journey until next week, Monday afternoon (April 24th). For the next 2.5 days, we like to learn, connect, and interact as much as possible.

“Busy” feels good: connecting online, on the phone, or sharing face-to-face, preferably multi-tasking all the way… The one thing we can do without is boredom: If our mind is not engaged in some way, we might as well curl up and play dead …

Saturday after 6:11am EDT is the best time to start setting our New Moon/Solar Eclipse Intentions. As mentioned on Wednesday night, with a Solar Eclipse it is best to wait until 48 hours after the Eclipse was exact before setting any intentions, as the energy of an Eclipse is quite intense, and it’s therefore wise to wait until the energy settles before setting our intentions.

As always, we also want to avoid any Moon void of course (VoC) phases; this time around that makes the best and most potent time for setting our intentions: today (Saturday) after 6:11am EDT and tomorrow (Sunday) all day — all the way through Sunday night/Monday very early morning at 12:13am EDT.

Make your Intentions powerful — after all, they cover the next six months — and if possible, align them with the Solar Eclipse energies that I spoke about in my last video — you might want to watch it again if you are not sure anymore what they are — click here to watch my video on the Solar Eclipse  

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For more details on how to set New Moon Intentions, click here  or  for my article on Solar Eclipse Intentions, click here

Sunday, April 23rd:

Sunday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini all day (see Saturday morning for details).

Sunday late evening, an opportune Mercury/Mars aspect becomes exact at 11:19pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect from Wednesday on; it will be strong until next week, Tuesday evening (April 25th). This is the second time within the last two weeks that this aspect has become exact (due to Mercury’s Station & Retrograde phase). The first time we felt this aspect was from April 5th – 10th.

Think back to that time: what conversation(s) most helped you honor yourself and got you inspired to move some home or family issues in the right direction?

This aspect provides an opportunity to connect thought to action. Body and mind can align; words and deeds connect with ease. As with any opportunity, we have to “take” this one: it will not happen by itself.

What actions are calling to you today? How might those actions be connected to creating more physical comfort in your life? How might they be connected to your personal talents, financial resources, or material possessions? Or to a family issue that calls for a down-to-earth approach? How might a simple, truthful approach support my career goals and personal projects at this time? 

As best as you can, stay connected to nature, focus on things that support your physical and emotional well-being, and ask yourself: what might I discover about myself and my desires if I truly listened to my physical body and emotional needs?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 13-18 degrees of Taurus, Cancer, Pisces, or Virgo? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Aries  (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Mars rules Aries).

Also, on Sunday, Pluto’s Station intensifies at 0°21′ of Aquarius until May 9th. It will come to a halt on May 1st (more on that soon…). When an outer planet stations, its energy gets more pronounced; we become more aware of its impact on us — and this can sometimes cause discomfort. We are being asked to hang out with that discomfort until the planet’s energy has picked up speed again (around May 16th). ==> Feel free to also read Tuesday’s entry on the subject.

As best as you can, take a closer look at whatever is “in your face” for the next three weeks. Look for what might no longer be in alignment with your Soul’s purpose (your deep, authentic, emotional Self).

Ask yourself: Where am I holding on out of fear? What habits, behaviors, or fears are holding me back from feeling fully empowered from within?

How might a healthy sense of self-expression contribute to an authentic emotional connection to my social networks and social collaborations?

What would it look like if I was fully aligned with my Soul-purpose? How would it feel? Remember: When we confront our fears, we very often discover hidden gifts and strengths.

For a more in-depth look at Pluto in Aquarius, please feel free to get/watch my webinar on the subject.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-2 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, or 28-29 degrees of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries, or Libra? If so, you will feel this station more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Scorpio (Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio).

Also, today (Sunday) all day (and until 12:13am tonight), is the best time to start setting our New Moon/Solar Eclipse Intentions. As mentioned on Wednesday night, with a Solar Eclipse it is best to wait until 48 hours after the Eclipse was exact before setting any intentions, as the energy of an Eclipse is quite intense, and it’s therefore wise to wait until the energy settles before setting our intentions.

Make your Intentions powerful — after all, they cover the next six months — and if possible, align them with the Solar Eclipse energies that I spoke about in my last video — you might want to watch it again if you are not sure anymore what they are — click here to watch my video on the Solar Eclipse

For more details on how to set New Moon Intentions, click here  or  for my article on Solar Eclipse Intentions, click here

And…

A heads up for next Monday (April 24th): the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini until 2:58p. At 8:15am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 6.5 hours until 2:58pm EDT. At that time, the Moon enters protective, nurturing Cancer, where it will journey until next week, Thursday very early morning (April 27th). More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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by Sonja Francis | Apr 9, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Feeling Quite Perky & Alive 

This week’s headline items: Venus changes signs from Taurus to Gemini very early Tuesday; on Wednesday, Mercury slows down (stations) in Taurus, preparing for its second Retrograde phase of the year; the last Quarter Moon in Capricorn becomes exact on Thursday early morning; the Balsamic Moon phase begins on Sunday afternoon.

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday morning (for almost 7 hours), Thursday late morning (for 6.5 hours), and Saturday late morning (almost 8 hours).

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Monday, April 10th:

Monday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius all day. It will journey there until Tuesday afternoon. We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn. We’re not likely to be big fans of routine — diversity and new adventures work best at this time — we’re also physically restless and need to burn that off with activity and physical exercise.

Monday early afternoon, we might find ourselves wanting to explore a new healing modality for body, mind, and heart aimed at renewing our enthusiasm for life. We are capable of being compassionate and forgiving with ourselves at this time — and a gentle and holistic approach is best. (the Moon in Sagittarius trines Chiron in Aries, exact at 1:28pm EDT)

Monday late afternoon, we experience a need for inner adjustments. We feel uneasy or awkward and need to make a choice. Making this choice demands we develop inner awareness around two very different urges: on the one hand, the desire to mentally explore and go beyond what we already know — and on the other hand, the need for breakthroughs or change connected to the physical plane.

We need to ask ourselves here: What might become possible if I got 5% more comfortable with being uncomfortable? Or 5% more comfortable embracing uncertainty? (the Moon in Sagittarius quincunxes Uranus in Taurus, exact at 3:29pm EDT)

Monday late evening, we have lots of energy and a positive attitude towards life. This is a great time to create, explore, and become part of something new and exciting.

If you are awake, start something you feel passionate or enthusiastic about — what projects come to mind? What would be a fantastic use for all the physical energy that you currently have access to? (the Moon in Sagittarius trines the Sun and Jupiter in Aries, exact at 9:48pm &10:55pm EDT)

Monday night/Tuesday very early morning, at 12:47am EDT, Venus changes signs from steady, calm, sensual Taurus to chatty, social, versatile Gemini. Venus, the energy of love, “relating” and finances will journey through Gemini until May 7th. For the next 4 weeks, we value mental stimulation and frequent changes of scenery in our love relationships.

We love connecting and sharing ourselves with others. As long as we don’t get bored, we will stick around — but as soon as we disengage mentally, we begin to thirst for interesting conversations with new people in new places and/or situations. Love is playful and lighthearted for the next 4 weeks, and humor plays a part in all our relationships.

Our finances might fluctuate at this time, as we don’t invest in anything for long enough to know whether it would have actually made a profit. That said, this sign-change actually favors financial transactions that benefit from speed or wide dispersal of resources — it’s a great time for short-term investments.

As best as you can, stay open-minded and flexible toward love and finances. Curiosity towards life and love is a great gift as Venus moves through Gemini — you never know where things will go at this time — and if nothing else, that attitude makes it hard to be bored for even a second  

Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra? If so, you will feel more chatty for the next 4 weeks. Your heart will want to connect to friends and have several activities going all at once. Learning or teaching something new might be just the thing for you to do right now. If you are a Gemini Sun-sign or Rising-sign, you are going to have more love and beauty in your life for as long as Venus is in your sign.

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Tuesday, April 11th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius until 1:33pm EDT (see Monday for details).

Tuesday morning, a harmonious Venus/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 6:14am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last week, Saturday evening on; it will remain strong until this Thursday evening. This aspect brings a fruitful and rewarding period in our lives. We are more likely to experience new depths of intimacy (with an existing or new partner), we learn to appreciate the important people in our lives, and our value system transforms and evolves.

This is likely an excellent period for finances as well. Work we’ve done might well pay off, and we are able to manage our finances better, with more attention to diversity, future visions, and the elimination of anything that no longer serves us.

We might renew a long-term vision under the influence of this aspect or bring new, deeper, and more intimate energy into a relationship or intellectually stimulating connection.

Our sexual lives might get a real boost now, as we tend to want to connect on a deeper level. We might find ourselves strongly attracted to someone like-minded, almost to the point of obsession. If this aspect connects with any of your personal planets, you might just meet the “love of your life”.

One thing is for sure — relationships or intellectually stimulating connections experienced now are bound to be unforgettable. While this transit tends to signal new or strengthened relationships, any relationship that ends during this cycle may leave us feeling liberated.

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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-3 degrees of Gemini, Aquarius, Libra, or 27-29 degrees of Taurus, Capricorn, or Virgo? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Scorpio (Venus being the ruler of Taurus and Libra, while Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio).

Tuesday morning, at 6:48am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for almost 8 hours until 1:33pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to honor both your need for adventure and exploration of life and your need to go within and get quiet. You may also feel a pull between introvert and extrovert, or simply fast and slow.

Tune in for a moment and see if you need to take a break or at least slow down a little. As best as you can, be compassionate and kind to yourself.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Tuesday morning until the early afternoon ahead of time.

Tuesday early afternoon, at 1:33pm EDT, the Moon moves into ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn, where it will journey until Thursday late afternoon. We tend to be more realistic, serious, and cautious; this can support practical endeavors and financial matters.

Our ambition surges and brings with it a need for structure and planning; when you add in the pragmatism this aspect supports, you can see how this could be a very productive time for business and long-term goals. Our reputation becomes very important to us.

As best as you can during this aspect, avoid “should-ing” on yourself. Take the pressure off, perhaps by saying “I am doing the best I can and that’s all I can ever do”

Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn — and it is currently transiting through Pisces, making this a great time to look for practical applications of our dreams, ideologies, connection to Source, or one-consciousness.

It’s also a great time to take a more serious look at our spiritual or creative aspirations; as best as you can, be authentic about your intuitive connection to life. What works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to your idealism, addictions, avoidance of life, and dreams?

What about life truly resonates with you — as it stands now, rather than what it was 5 or 10 years ago? Where in your life is it time to let go of naiveté or an idealistic approach that no longer serves you?

What tools or structures support you with being in the flow, being present, and feeling connected to the Universe in this now-moment? What needs your time and attention? What could you practice every day? What do you genuinely want to commit yourself to?

Tuesday evening, a Sun/Jupiter alignment in almost 22 degrees of Aries becomes exact at 6:07pm EST. We started to feel this aspect build from last week, Friday evening (April 7th) on; it will remain strong until this Saturday evening. This is the start of a “new you” with more confidence and faith. We have a chance to create a world of expansion and personal growth when tapping into our inner warrior energy and courageously forging our own personal path.

We feel optimistic — and that helps us attract positive circumstances. If you’ve been thinking about launching a new long-term project, this would be an excellent time to do so; this is especially true for projects connected to the Aries energy. Some examples would be entrepreneurial endeavors, projects connected to athleticism, or independent ventures that include travel — anything connected to active pursuits that get us to our goals faster — a very different example would be Leadership Coaching and Consulting.

You may well feel more vital, confident, and optimistic when it comes to those projects, you may even want to combine them with cultural exchanges and education.

We strongly prefer to see the good in our personal pursuits at this time, making this a good time to resolve issues around how we see ourselves, our personal projects and goals, and our capacity for feeling physically alive and passionate.

Events may give our ego a boost, and we could be feeling quite perky and “alive”. Take advantage of this by promoting yourself or just “putting yourself out there”, especially when it comes to your own projects.

If we don’t channel all this energy into something that elevates our mind and soul, we may become a little restless or stressed, so ask yourself: Where does all this energy coming through want to go? How might I use it to my advantage? Could I use it to go beyond what I’ve known myself to be?

This aspect also gives us an opportunity to be encouraging and optimistic with ourselves and others as we create new ventures and bring a courageous and vital approach to the table. Our perspective on issues can be refreshingly direct, inspiring, and humorous.

We also have an opportunity here to adapt new belief systems or perspectives about who we are and how we show up in our one-on-one relationships with others.

Ask yourself: What new perspectives could I adopt about myself and my goals? What does being “passionate, vital, and alive” look like to me right now? What might open up if I became more aware of my physical strengths and my own agency? What if I adopted a 5% more positive attitude towards myself and my personal goals?

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 19-25 degrees of Aries, Libra, Cancer, or Capricorn? If so, you will feel this alignment quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Sagittarius (the Sun rules Leo; Jupiter rules Sagittarius).

Wednesday, April 12th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn all day (see Tuesday afternoon for details).

Wednesday early morning, we are invited to find a balance between engaging in projects connected to family and home, versus a need to achieve our long-term goals. As best as you can, stand in a nurturing relationship with yourself, and bring that nourished self to the world with integrity and responsibility. (Moon in Capricorn opposes Mars in Cancer, exact 5:03am EDT)

Wednesday late morning, we are invited to connect with people who share our values and to talk about anything that involves a long-term commitment. We perhaps might also want to share about business practices that support our values and make life tangibly more enjoyable. (Moon in Capricorn trines Mercury in Taurus, exact 9:35am EDT) 

Wednesday late afternoon/early evening, we are invited to make adjustments and find creative solutions to seemingly insoluble situations. As best as you can, make space for looking into some alternative exercise programs or holistic approaches to your personal projects and current long-term commitments. Compassion is key! (Moon in Capricorn squares Chiron in Aries, exact at 5:27pm EDT)

Wednesday evening, we are invited to connect with like-minded people and learn something new about our unique talents or value to the world. We are better able to connect to anything that involves a long-term commitment. We perhaps might also implement revolutionary business practices or government programs that support our values and make life tangibly more enjoyable. (Moon in Capricorn trines Uranus in Taurus, exact at 7:24pm EDT)

Thursday, April 13th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in ambitious, goal-oriented Capricorn until 4:42pm EDT (see Tuesday afternoon for details).

Thursday early morning, at 5:11am EDT, the last Quarter Moon in 23º of Capricorn becomes exact. The Moon in practical, accomplishment-oriented Capricorn makes a challenging aspect to the Sun in pioneering, fast-paced Aries. This may bring up some challenges. However, it also energizes us to look at what needs to be completed — and what needs to be changed.

This Moon phase brings us closer to April 20th’s second New Moon in Aries, which is also a Solar Eclipse. With this last Quarter Moon, rather than starting major new projects, it serves us to take a look at what was started around the time of the last Eclipse — in this case, around Oct. 25th, 2022. We now have about a week to wrap those projects up. What — if anything — needs last-minute adjustments? What have you discovered since Oct. 25th? What did it mean for you?

As best as you can, find creative solutions for anything that comes up (whether internally or with others).

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 21-25 degrees of Capricorn, Aries, Libra, or Cancer? If so, you are more affected by this month’s last Quarter Moon. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer since the Sun rules Leo and the Moon rules Cancer.

Thursday late morning, at 10:14am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 6.5 hours until 4:42pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to find a balance between head and heart, facts and faith, reason and intuition.

It’s a great time for connecting with others and being of service. You may also want to talk to your pets or engage in more spiritual conversations that can also support our physical well-being.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Thursday late morning until the late afternoon ahead of time.

Thursday late afternoon, at 4:42pm EDT, the Moon moves into freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius, where it will journey until Saturday evening. The energy of the Aquarian Moon relates to our instinct for improvement. Reactions are more intellectual than emotional, and interactions are more impersonal than personal. We are likely to have an increased fascination with the new and unusual.

Social gatherings, anything connected with group ideals and goals for the future, brainstorming, new ideas, and methods, and progress are promoted while the Moon moves through Aquarius. Again: we have our eyes on the future — or outer space… Personal freedom becomes paramount.

Uranus is the ruler of Aquarius — and this planet is currently moving through Taurus, making these next two days a great time to look at our physical connection to our own body, finances, and whatever is most important to us on this planet.

It’s also a great time to innovate and make changes in our lives around any physical matters that no longer serve us or keep us stuck in the past; we need to elevate our thinking if we want our bodies and the planet to vibrate at a higher frequency.

Ask yourself: Do I need to give my body something different to raise it to a higher vibration? When I tune in to myself, what insights does my body provide?

Where have I become too rigid in connection with my body, my physical resources, or my talents? Where have I become too comfortable with those things? What is my connection to the Earth? To Nature? Do I need more physical space? More physical movement?

Friday, April 14th:

Friday, the Moon remains in freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius all day (see Thursday late afternoon for details).

Friday early afternoon, a challenging Venus/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 12:38pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Tuesday evening on; it will remain strong until next week, Monday morning (April 17th). This aspect asks us to stretch and grow beyond how we’ve known ourselves up to this point — a process of maturing that requires us to adjust and stay flexible.

On the one hand, we want to connect in a more external, fast-paced, mental way with others; on the other hand, we feel a sharp need to be authentic about our intuitive connection to life. This may involve looking for practical applications of our connection to Source or one-consciousness, determining what’s realistic and provides the best foundation for fulfilling our dreams. Do your best to make space for both of these urges.

We tend to be more cautious when it comes to relationships and finances now — and in fact, this is not the best time to start a brand-new romantic relationship. Financially though, this aspect can be eye-opening; if we can find creative ways to deal with money, we will grow from it.

The key here is to approach both in a spirit that combines authenticity and maturity rather than attachment to a certain outcome. Pushing will most likely not get us what we want — better to go one slow and steady step at a time, so we can come back later (if needs be) with a stronger approach and more mature expectations.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 1-7 degrees of Gemini, Pisces, Virgo, or Sagittarius? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Capricorn (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn). 

Friday afternoon, we are invited to make some adjustments in our lives. As best as you can, find creative solutions to seemingly unsolvable situations. Make space either for connections with like-minded people and involvement in a cause or for sharing your own values and learning about financial benefits or physical enjoyment. (Moon in Aquarius squares Mercury in Taurus, exact at 3:16pm EDT)

Friday evening presents an opportunity to connect with others and engage in a healing process that can bring us progress (Moon in Aquarius sextiles Chiron in Aries, exact at 8:14pm EDT)

Friday late evening, we may feel pulled in two quite different directions: On the one hand, we experience a need to connect with like-minded people while remaining objective; on the other hand, we want to make space for pursuing our financial vision — and we also want to break free from outdated value systems.

As such, we may have to address what we value, both in others and in ourselves (this in turn, informs our self-worth); as far as possible, make adjustments and find creative solutions when it comes to these energies. (Moon in Aquarius squares Uranus in Taurus, exact at 10:08pm EDT)

Saturday, April 15th:

Saturday, tthe Moon remains in freedom-loving, forward-thinking Aquarius until 6:57pm EDT (see Thursday late afternoon for details).

Saturday late morning, at 11:16am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last almost 8 hours, until 6:57pm EDT. Use this intuitive time as an opportunity to look at your various communities or group affiliations (online and in-person) and find ways to bring your personal touch or leadership style to a common vision for the future.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Saturday late morning until the evening ahead of time.

Saturday evening, at 6:57pm EDT, the Moon moves into creative, sensitive Pisces, where it will journey until next week, Monday late evening (April 17th). This Moon placement often finds us more sensitive, intuitive, idealistic, and imaginative than usual. We also have a greater capacity for compassion, sympathy, and affection for all, especially those who suffer or can be regarded as the underdog.

But that idealism could also be our downfall at this time: We tend to see the best in everyone and everything, and when reality doesn’t match our idyllic vision, we might feel upset and even victimized by those harsh realities. A way out of this is to channel our idealism into spiritual or creative endeavors.

It’s also an excellent time for releasing fears — especially the ones based on a sense of separation — and experiencing “oneness”. Feelings tend to flow more freely; as best as you can, let them — in fact, “going with the flow” is the best way to go for the next couple of days.

Neptune is the ruler of Pisces — and it is currently in its own sign, making these next two days a great time to take a look at our inner spiritual connection to our “higher Self”, “Source”, or “God/Goddess”.

It’s also a great time to allow all there is as it is, and to go with the flow, following our intuitive voice as much as possible. We are being asked to tap into the “feminine” energies within ourselves, so we can start to vibrate on a universal frequency.

Ask yourself: Is my “Higher Self” asking for more introverted/inner love time? If I tune in with my intuitive voice, what am I receiving? Sensing?

Where in my life have I become too disconnected from life? Love? God/Goddess? What is my connection to the spiritual realm? What about the “heart realm”? How could nature and animals teach me about those realms?

Do I need more downtime? More resting time? More compassion? How might being kind to myself and trusting the process of Life create a more loving connection with the universe?

Also, on Saturday, Mercury starts to slow down (“station”) in 14° of Taurus, preparing to come to a halt on April 21st at almost 15.5º of Taurus (when it will begin its 3-week Retrograde phase). This station will last until April 28th, and we will feel Mercury’s energies more strongly during this time.

For the next 13 days, we need to be patient with ourselves and others — especially if there is a connection with luxury items, communication, or transportation and their associated technologies — this is not the best time to start anything brand-new, particularly if it contains new information connected to financial undertakings.

We might experience delays or misunderstandings, and things tend to feel “off” or stagnant. It might be a good idea to give yourself some extra time to get ready or travel somewhere — especially if you intend to use public transportation or drive (for more details on Mercury Shadow Phases and Retrogrades, click here).

Be extra patient if you intend to buy, sell or ship big-ticket items, especially if they are transportation or communication devices like anything connected to planes, trains, cars, phones, computers, iPads, etc. Best of all (if possible): wait until after May 31st, when the post-Shadow phase is over.

Some of us will feel the effects of the Mercury station more than others: those of us who have Gemini or Virgo as our Sun- or Rising-Sign (Ascendant); and those of us with personal planets in 12-16 degrees of Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, or Aquarius.

Sunday, April 16th:

Sunday, the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces all day (see Saturday evening for details).

Sunday early morning, we feel a need to go within — and also want to connect and learn from others. This tension clearly invites us to stretch a little and resolve it through creative solutions — the key here is to listen to our intuition so we don’t drive ourselves or others crazy. (Moon in Pisces squares Venus in Gemini, exact at 7:15am EDT)

Sunday early afternoon, around 12:55pm EDT, the Balsamic Moon phase begins when the Moon reaches 11.5° of Pisces. This lasts until next week, Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning when the New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Aries becomes exact (more on that next week… however, feel free to watch my Solar Eclipse video here). We are being asked to slow down and get quiet, so we can listen to our inner sensing/intuition.

For some of us, this might be a stretch, especially since we are in Eclipse season. As best as you can: stay grounded, take a deep breath, and exhale any tension. Rather than starting something brand-new, put all that energy into completing existing projects or processes.

This is also a great time for letting go of whatever no longer serves us. What if you could hear the voice of your inner wisdom? What might it be saying?

Sunday afternoon, we are invited to gently and compassionately connect with others (and with ourselves). Taking intuitively-guided actions on family- or home-related issues works best at this time. (Moon in Pisces trines Mars in Cancer, exact at 1:49pm EDT)

Sunday evening, we get an opportunity to be very present; also to connect with others and share practical advice or talk about our desires and values. As best as you can, bring a sense of flow and faith to your interactions with others. (Moon in Pisces sextiles Mercury in Taurus, exact at 7:24pm EDT)

And…

A heads up for next Monday (April 17th): the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces all day. In the afternoon, at 2:57pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 6 hours until 9:09pm EDT. At that time, the Moon moves into pioneering, fast-paced Aries, where it will journey until Thursday very early morning. Also, on Monday, Mercury’s Station phase intensifies until April 25th. More about all the details in next week’s Forecast…

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by Sonja Francis | Apr 2, 2023 | Astrological Forecasts

Be Honest with Yourself 

This week’s headline items: Mercury changes sign from Aries to Taurus on Monday early afternoon; the Full Moon in Libra becomes exact on Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning — this also starts Eclipse Season. Mercury enters its pre-Shadow phase on Friday, and Pluto slows down a bit starting Sunday as it gets ready to come to a halt before it goes Retrograde three weeks from now.

There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday late morning (for 8 hours), Thursday morning (for almost 30 hours), and Sunday early morning (almost 4 hours).

Before we get to this week’s Forecast, I last reminder:

We have two fantastic events this week:

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Now, this week’s Forecast…

Monday, April 3rd:

Monday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day. It will journey there until Tuesday early evening; turning our focus toward the practical and wholesome.

Monday early afternoon, at 12:22pm EDT, Mercury changes signs from enthusiastic, fast-paced Aries to steady, peaceful Taurus, where it will journey for an unusually long time, until June 11th, due to its upcoming Mercury Retrograde phase (in late April-May).

For the next 10 weeks, our thinking shifts gears: we want to connect to others in a realistic, down-to-earth way, and we “say it like it is”. We appreciate common sense; we rely on our senses when it comes to processing information.

A well-developed sense of color, smell, and touch are characteristic of this Mercury position, so as long as Mercury is in Taurus, we will be drawn towards the “tasteful” in the realm of the five senses. We are more likely to have a no-nonsense approach to decision-making, and our ideas are often very practical and useful at this time.

When it comes to learning, we prefer demonstrations, concrete answers, and basic concepts for the next 10 weeks. We learn best when we see real-world uses for the theories we are trying to absorb. We simply process information better when we can personalize it (“what use is it to me?”) and attach it to the practical world.

Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus? If so, you may feel more talkative during this time. Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini or Virgo? If so, you may need to slow down and “smell the roses”.   

Monday afternoon, a challenging Mercury/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 2:55pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from last Saturday (April 1st); it will remain strong until this Wednesday. This aspect could create some tension in our lives. We may feel anxious or stressed by one or more situations or interactions to do with financial or personal resources.

We are being invited to grow and make some changes in our lives, particularly in terms of our thinking processes. We are being asked to find creative solutions and be completely honest with ourselves and others. The best way to achieve this is by continually taking a courageously heartfelt approach and by being authentic and heart-centered in our self-expression.

We have tremendous focus and drive right now, which can tip into obsession. With this aspect, an all-or-nothing attitude is very likely. Choose love over fear whenever possible. Not many people enjoy being second-guessed all the time, yet that is something that we are inclined to do now.

However, our determination to get to the bottom of any matter, to rip away falsehoods and expose true motives, can be used for good if we employ it in our work, for example, in regard to investigations or research. This is an opportunity to learn to harness our intense mental energy and apply it productively. We are also capable of very hard work, focus, and effort now.

We have a great love of debate but should be careful that we don’t overpower others with our strong opinions, attempting to “convert” them to our frame of mind, or treat regular exchanges of opinion as battlegrounds. We may also want to dial back on taking things personally!

As best as you can, connect to others, empowering them with what you feel passionate about. Choose your words with care and speak from a deeply connected and empowered place. Remember: Love expands us — and does the same for other people, and even life itself —  while fear paralyzes!

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in degrees of 0-3 degrees of Taurus, Aquarius, Scorpio, Leo, or 27-29 degrees of Aries, Capricorn, Libra, or Cancer? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Scorpio (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Pluto rules Scorpio)

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Tuesday, April 4th:

Tuesday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo until 5:51pm EDT (see Monday for details).

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How would you like to have a better relationship with yourself and others? It’s time to ask yourself: What do you bring to all of your relationships?

Get in touch with your own Venus energy and explore what can make that connection stronger, so you can have a better relationship with yourself and with others!

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Tuesday late morning, at 9:50am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 8 hours, until 5:51pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to find a balance between head and heart, facts and faith, reason and intuition.

It’s a great time for connecting with others and being of service. You may also want to talk to your pets or engage in more spiritual conversations that can also support our physical well-being.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Tuesday late morning until the late afternoon/early evening ahead of time.

Tuesday late afternoon/early evening, at 5:51pm EDT, the Moon moves into harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, where it will journey until Friday very early morning. The energy of the Libra Moon helps us be naturally courteous and diplomatic; we are more polite at this time as we seek the approval of others.

We very much want to maintain equal, fair relationships at this time and are therefore open to making compromises and negotiating. These next two days are a great time for mediation — but our need for peace and accompanying aversion to direct conflict could pull us to “yes” more easily than we might like.

We may also be able to see both sides of the equation so well that we can’t make decisions. As best as you can, find an inner balance with this and communicate what needs to be said with grace and charm — even if it’s “No”   One last quick note: this is also a great time for anything to do with visual arts.

Wednesday, April 5th:

Wednesday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day (see Tuesday late afternoon for details).

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Wednesday early afternoon, an opportune Mercury/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 12:21pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build on Tuesday morning; it will remain strong until Thursday night. This is an opportunity to take responsibility for our thinking structures and be honest with ourselves.

How can we get the most from this opportunity? Through honest communication, we have a chance to clear up any misunderstandings. As best as you can, allow yourself to tune in and transcend your conditioned, automatic responses. A good place to start is with a commitment to better understand your conditioning and thought processes.

If we take this chance to see things more clearly and connect to ourselves more lovingly, we could get a good dose of reality and an ability to focus on long-term issues. Remember: opportunities are openings; they aren’t necessarily handed to us — we have to “take” them and make something of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 1-5 degrees of Taurus, Pisces, Capricorn, or Cancer? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Capricorn (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini, and Virgo, and Saturn rules Capricorn).

Wednesday evening, a Sun/Chiron alignment in 16º of Aries becomes exact at 6:18pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build last Sunday evening (April 2nd); it will remain strong until this Saturday evening. This gives us an opportunity to heal insecurities or shame through conscious awareness.

Becoming aware of old wounds or limitations is the first step toward healing them. Bringing compassion, self-acceptance, and love to it is the second. Together, steps one and two make for a beautiful healing experience. Feel free to also read my article on Chiron in Aries.

It will help to stay grounded — connected to the Earth and your body. If waves of anger or frustration come up, let them, and simply observe the waves. Ask yourself: Am I the “wave” or am I more than that? As best as you can, allow all “waves” to wash ashore, and allow yourself to rest as the vastness that you are (just like the ocean is to the waves).

For those of you who want to have a better understanding of your own personal healing journey at this time, feel free to get my most recent talk, “Healing the Wounded Masculine: Chiron in Aries — a Holistic Approach to How we Show Up in the World”. I recorded this in-depth exploration of Chiron in Aries for an Astrology Conference in Dec. 2022 (BDTB6) — now available on my website at a discounted price: click here to learn more.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 13-19 degrees of Aries, Libra, Cancer, or Capricorn? If so, you will be more aware of this alignment. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo (the Sun rules Leo).

Thursday, April 6th:

Thursday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day (see Tuesday late afternoon for details).

Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning, at 12:34am EDT, the Full Moon becomes exact in 16 degrees of Libra. All Full Moons bring an opportunity for increased awareness and integration of the traits connected to the relevant Full Moon polarities, especially those that have been neglected or suppressed.

This Full Moon has heightened effects on us for several important reasons: first, it is the beginning of Eclipse Season — a time of uncertainty and change. A time that invites us to allow for a consciousness upgrade until the next Lunation that is no longer a Solar or Lunar Eclipse. In this case, Eclipse Season lasts until May 19th (until the New Moon in Taurus becomes exact).

So the questions here are: What am I aware of? What will I choose? Where will I focus my mind? My Heart? What might become possible if I got 5% more comfortable with being in transition?

Then there are some powerful aspects in this Lunar chart: 

• Mars, the ruler of Aries, is currently in Cancer and makes a wide Square aspect to the Full Moon polarity Libra-Aries!
• Pluto in Aquarius makes a close Square to the Moon Nodes in Scorpio-Taurus
• The Moon in Libra opposes a Chiron/Sun/Jupiter alignment in Aries and quincunxes Uranus in Taurus
• A Kite configuration involving a Water Grand Trine with Mars-Saturn-South Node, and two Sextiles to the Mercury/North Node alignment in Taurus

There are some other aspects in this Full Moon chart, and we will address all of them in a moment — and if you are a Member of my online community, feel free to also watch my Full Moon video here

On Tuesday late afternoon (April 4th), the Moon entered Libra; this started the energetic build-up towards this eventful Full Moon — and almost 43 hours later, the Sun in Aries opposes the Moon in Libra.

Ask yourself: How far have I come with the Intentions I set around March 21st’s New Moon? If I’m not where I’d like to be with those intentions, what new course might take me closer to my goals?

The Libra-Aries polarity highlights the spiritual dance between various polarities:

• individual drives/goals and one-on-one relationships
• masculine and feminine (in their ideal versions)
• independence and collaboration

Whether we are single or partnered up, we are all in relationship to someone — any one-on-one relationship counts here — business, personal, health-related, etc.

To read more about the shadow sides of the Libra-Aries polarity and get access to all the coaching questions, please click here to read the whole article. 

Please note that the Shadow side of any sign is usually not as comfortable to look at or embrace, but it is an essential process to move into the lighter/higher vibrations of any sign.

Do you have your Ascendant (or any personal planets) in 14-18 degrees of Libra, Aries, Capricorn, or Cancer? If so, you may feel the effects of this Full Moon more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).

Thursday morning, at 8:43am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for almost 30 hours, until 2:29am EDT (Friday very early morning). Use this intuitive time to open up your consciousness through other people. As best as you can, expand your perspectives about life and relationships. Do your best to balance your need for harmony and fairness against exploring yourself and your goals from a higher perspective.

As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Thursday morning until Friday very early morning ahead of time.

Friday, April 7th:

Friday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra and VoC until 2:29am EDT (see Tuesday late afternoon and Thursday morning for details).

Friday at 2:29am EDT, the Moon moves into passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio, where it will journey until Sunday morning. We feel things deeply and have “X-Ray Vision” and “Bullshit-Smelling Abilities”  

Emotional authenticity is extremely important to us at this time; anything less than 100% emotional honesty could be perceived as flat-out dishonest. Once we feel safe trusting someone, we want to merge with them, preferably forever… as long as our trust is never betrayed.

The Moon in Scorpio urges us to uncover our own power. This occurs through subtraction — it encourages us to let go of whatever disempowers us. It’s an excellent time to look at “old” fears, limiting habits, or emotional attachments, especially those stemming from past traumas.

Moon in Scorpio tends to run right over ambiguity — it’s “in or out”, “with us or against us”, and “love me or leave me”. It can therefore be stormy — a cold winter storm, or a torrid tropical storm of passion, depending on how we “work” the energies …

Manipulation and paranoia are the lower vibrations of this aspect, so as best you can, be straightforward — act in good faith and assume it in others. Best of all, be truly present to the fluctuations of your feelings — no matter if they’re “polite” or “timely”. Feelings aren’t facts, but they are information — and heeding them will help you embrace all of who you are.

Know thyself — and love thyself — you shall be set free. Remember: Love connects us to the Power within; Fear causes “Force” to show up — and that’s ultimately what disempowers us and others.

Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio — and it is currently transiting through Aquarius, making this a great time to transform our visions for humanity and our future on this planet, in this universe — and to empower ourselves and others within our communities (locally or online).

It’s also a great time to dig deeper into our various networks and connections to like-minded people; so as best as you can, be authentic about your affiliations. Does participation in your current groups or networks feel empowering or disempowering? Do I feel a deep emotional alignment with like-minded people in my life? Am I allowing myself to hear the deepest calling of my Soul?

Ask yourself: Where am I looking to create more empowerment in my life? What about the lives of others? How might a self-expressed and courageously heartfelt approach serve my communities and foster better collaborations?

Use this time to create deeper, more empowering emotional connections with like-minded people, especially if you are feeling a disconnect with other networks or affiliations out there in the world. Remember: Love expands us, others, and life. Fear paralyzes!

Friday afternoon, an opportune Venus/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 12:06am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Wednesday on, and it will remain strong until Sunday. This is an opportunity for compassion and kindness in our social interactions.

We are more attuned to the subtleties of human interaction and are more inclined to cooperate naturally with others. We tend to “feel” each other on an energetic level now; a sensitive approach is recommended.

We also have an opportunity to connect to our values and gifts from intuition and use our imagination to attract what we want: When you daydream, what would you like to experience? How would it feel?

Also, ask yourself: What might a “hug for humanity” look like at this time? How could a more sensitive approach towards others and myself support my collaborative efforts? How might meditation or mindfulness – being present in the now-moment to all the energies inside and around me – support my personal resources and what I value in others or myself?

Remember: opportunities are openings; they aren’t necessarily handed to us — we have to “take” them and make something of them.

Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or any personal planets) in 24-28 degrees of Taurus, Pisces, Capricorn, or Cancer? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Pisces (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Neptune rules Pisces).

Also, on Friday, Mercury enters its pre-Shadow phase when it reaches 5°51’ of Taurus; this is 2 weeks prior to its Retrograde phase (which starts on April 21st at 15.5º of Taurus)

What is the Shadow phase? The period immediately before and after a planet’s Retrograde phase is referred to as the “Shadow phase”; at these times, the planet travels again through the degrees of a sign (or signs) it had already passed through before and during its Retrograde phase. Mercury is usually in its shadow for about two to three weeks before a retrograde and three to four weeks after.

If you want to buy, sell or ship big-ticket items — especially connected to transportation (cars, airline tickets, etc.) or communication devices (phone, computer, iPad, etc.) — be aware of the Shadow periods as well as the Retrograde phases. If possible, get these things done before Mercury enters its pre-Shadow or wait until after the post-Shadow phase is over — post-Shadow phase will end on May 31st (in this case).

Of course, if there is something that must get done during these phases, don’t put your whole life on hold just because Mercury is Retrograde or in its Shadow. Sometimes things line up exactly at the right time; as best as you can, trust that it’s all “perfect”