Forecast for June 18-July 1
The sun entering Cancer, otherwise known as the summer solstice, heralds the start of summer on June 20. Romance can get serious-or at least head in that direction-when commitment-oriented Saturn dances with Venus and Mars from the 21st through the 22nd. The new moon in homey Cancer on the 22nd emphasizes family activities, home projects and emotional ties. However, the sun-Pluto opposition the next day can cause suppressed feelings to erupt. Then communications get challenging when talkative Mercury collides with stodgy Saturn on the 26th. Jupiter and Neptune will accelerate discussions on July 1, but a collision with Venus casts an overly rosy glow over relationships, so strive for clarity in love. But the main cosmic event is Uranus turning retrograde on July 1 for five months, which is about liberating your inner rebel so you can make some needed changes and express your individuality. Be unique!
If you know your rising sign from your time of birth, read that too.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
“Free to be me” is the theme of retrograde Uranus, which may cause some restlessness as you begin to free yourself from self-imposed restrictions. In the meantime, the new moon brings a new cycle of family interactions.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Retrograde Uranus may rattle your social life as you move on from people who don’t share your values. Also, getting involved in a community project can bring opportunities. Promote your ideas after the new moon.
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
You may experience a shift in your career goals during retrograde Uranus, especially if you need more autonomy to express your creativity. Look for moneymaking opportunities after the new moon.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
The new moon in your sign energizes your personal goals. How you envision your future will be overhauled during retrograde Uranus. It’s time to do some soul searching about your spiritual life, too.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Retrograde Uranus can illuminate sexual needs and intimacy issues. You may also get the urge to free yourself from debt. The new moon will help you see the inner shifts needed to move forward on your true path.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
The freedom to grow within your relationship, or attracting a relationship that allows you to be yourself, will be the gift of retrograde Uranus. It’s time to widen your horizons.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Retrograde Uranus may prompt some shifts in your work routine so you can pursue other interests. Look to see where you need to change your health regimen as well. And the new moon brings a new career cycle.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
The new moon illuminates your future path and spiritual life. In the romance arena, retrograde Uranus will illuminate stumbling blocks to love. Your relationships with your kids will undergo some shifts as well.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Retrograde Uranus can rattle family relationships as you free yourself from outmoded childhood patterns and ways of interacting with family members. The new moon energizes more intimate encounters.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
The new moon brings a new cycle of partnership activities. And a brilliant idea may come to you during retrograde Uranus, so keep your laptop handy for recording your thoughts and intuitive nudges.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Your Uranus ruler turning retrograde will help align your aspirations with your true destiny. It will also illuminate your earning and spending patterns. Look for work opportunities during the new moon.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
The new moon energizes romance and creative projects. Retrograde Uranus in your sign gives you the urge for more freedom and will prompt you to rethink the path you’ve chosen toward personal fulfillment.