Sunday, JUNE 9

Mars enters Taurus today, where it will transit until July 20th. During this cycle, we can go to great lengths to protect what’s ours and build our feelings of security and comfort. We’re determined, stubborn, and persistent. Mars in Taurus can be a relatively passive influence but full-on when resisting or defending something! In stark contrast to the impulsive Mars-in-Aries cycle, we pursue our goals by plodding along patiently. We’re looking for long-term satisfaction, although we can be particularly focused on creature comforts.

The Sun forms a square to Saturn this morning, and we can be cautious, or we might experience lowered vitality. Sacrifices may be necessary, and we might face obstacles and challenges. Our commitment to downtime can temporarily interfere with interpersonal connections. We face obstacles, but this puts us in the position to recognize our ability to overcome them, instilling a sense of empowerment and confidence.

It can be a time to face reality or the practical side of a situation and assume more responsibility. Generally, it’s best to conserve energy and downplay the ego rather than fight or push things.

On the other hand, with Mercury’s sextile to the Moon’s North Node midday, we might connect with information or people who encourage us to grow, improve, or move forward. The Moon continues its transit of sensitive, protective Cancer until 3:29 PM EDT when the Moon in Leo is outgoing and assertive.

The Moon is void from 3:06 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Neptune), until the Moon enters Leo at 3:29 PM EDT.