Your horoscope for June 20 to 26, 2019

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      Marking the sun’s entrance into Cancer, the summer solstice coincides with the start of Neptune retrograde. To the ancients, it was a time to celebrate life and living. On the metaphysical level, the sun at its high point allows for an expansion of consciousness and creative potential. On the mundane level, the solstice sets the tone for the next quarter of the year.

      Neptune is the tuning-fork planet. When travelling retrograde, Neptune gets more specific regarding the sound waves of consciousness (collec­tive, personal, soul, higher). Neptune retrograde aims to unveil in order to pinpoint the most valuable/worthwhile of resources and potentials. As mentioned in last week’s column intro, Neptune has just hit the second of three pivot points with Jupiter, which is also travelling retrograde. Both in their home signs, Jupiter/Neptune are working to strip away illusion so that we may source from truth rather than from the myriad of cover-ups we create to fool ourselves or others. It is reflected in simple ways, such as saying “I’m fine” when you are not; and through the use of denial tactics (conscious or unconscious) to avoid the change, relinquishment, or sacrifice that facing that truth may require.

      Venus in Gemini triggers Jupiter/Neptune on Sunday/Monday. This is a mobilizing, newsmaking, trendsetting, repeat-or-double-up-on-it transit. It can increase creativity, romance, profitability, and opportunity. On the other hand, it can increase dilemma, confusion, duality, or duplicity. Don’t assume. Check your facts. When in doubt, keep in observation mode; give yourself extra time to sort it out. Note also that Mercury (switching from Cancer to Leo on Wednesday) is just two weeks away from its next retrograde cycle.

      Aries
      March 20 - April 20

      Continue to feel your way along. Clarity is an unfolding process with several layers or steps to get through. Monday’s flow is good. Tuesday/Wednesday, the moon in Aries helps you to pinpoint what’s workable or desirable. Starting late Wednesday, Mercury in Leo boosts your confidence and success ratio. As the week closes out, you should feel you have made positive gains.

      Taurus
      April 20 - May 21

      What has been lost can be found again. That statement applies to the things that matter most to your heart and soul. Neptune retrograde aims to put you back in touch with the parts of yourself you have lost along the way. Through Sunday/Monday, Venus intensifies the reevaluation process. The sun in Cancer is helpful for finding the support you need.

      Gemini
      May 21 - June 21

      Some things are beyond your control. Some people/some hearts are beyond your reach. It can be time to let go and move on or to let go and let God. Venus in aspect to Jupiter/Neptune can bring you to a point of disillusionment or it can infuse you with renewed hope and faith. Remain honest with yourself and you will find what you seek.

      Cancer
      June 21 - July 22

      Aimed at cracking the code, both Mars and Mercury have been doing a work-over on you—this at a here-and-now level and regarding the big-picture soul journey. This lengthy karmic review and script rewrite has now reached a turning point. It will stretch over the next month or few in some life-altering, breakthrough way

      Leo
      July 22 - August 23

      Venus surpasses both Jupiter (opposition) and Neptune (square) this weekend. Beyond marking the end of the school term and start of vacation season, you could find yourself at the start of a next phase or a completely altered reality, this regarding the heartspeak, a relationship, finances, or lifestyle. Someone of significance could enter or exit your life. Late Monday onward, it’s action time.

      Virgo
      August 23 - September 23

      Significant inner change (outer too) takes time. Whether you feel forced by circumstance or compelled by the urging and wisdom of your heart, your stars will continue to support you to make the necessary breakthrough. Through Monday, go with the flow. Stay hopeful, but don’t jump too far ahead. Venus and the week ahead set you onto a fresh page or a next step.

      Libra
      September 23 - October 23

      Continuing to track time on the bigger-picture clock, the solstice officially sets a next page or phase into action, this regarding an important person, a career trajectory, personal needs, and priorities. While you are also nearing an end or goal post, there’s still plenty up in the air. Go by feel; let the moment guide you. The week ahead goes easier on you.

      Scorpio
      October 23 - November 22

      No plans for the weekend? Cancelling out of them? Good idea! After the recent big push, you deserve to unwind and relax. Give yourself extra time to explore, to feel your way along, and to listen to the voice of your heart. Sunday/Monday could open up more and/or give you more to go on. Tuesday onward, it’s time to resurface and hit Go again.

      Sagittarius
      November 22 - December 21

      Launched at the start of this year and extending through September, Jupiter and Neptune have set you onto a rich self-discovery chapter. Their second of three meetings (on Father’s Day), Neptune’s turn to retrograde on solstice Friday, and Venus in action Sunday/Monday mark the next phase of creative exploration and development. You can do no better than to fully immerse yourself. Take the plunge!

      Capricorn
      December 21 - January 20

      Neptune’s turn to retrograde can dissolve some of your preconceived notions regarding a potential, an ideal, or what to expect next. The sun in Cancer spotlights relationship needs, partnership matters, and comfort zones. If you need more support, speak up, ask for it. The place to start is to turn the good mothering in on yourself.

      Aquarius
      January 20 - February 18

      Ease up on it and yourself through the weekend. Friday, Neptune’s shift to retrograde motion could derail your plans, focus, or good intentions. The sun’s tour through Cancer will show you what’s in need of more work, safeguarding, healing, or effort. Monday, things fall into place. Tuesday onward, you’ll gain a better sense of direction. The pace picks up.

      Pisces
      February 18 - March 20

      Let the world spin without you for a little while. Take quality time out; a regroup does body, heart, and soul good through the weekend. If you lose your focus or sense of direction, it is only temporary. Sunday/Monday, Venus adds more to the mix. Tuesday onward, you’ll head on to something fresh or next.

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