Yearly Astrology Trends Calendar

New Moon in Cancer on June 23, 2017, at 10:32 PM EDT.

The New Moon in Cancer is a good time to commit to personal goals that express the positive energies of the sign of the Crab. These include honoring our deepest, most irrational and intimate, feelings; recognizing the sense of security and safety we derive from whatever it is we call home; allowing ourselves to accept support and offering support to others, and starting a project aimed at improving our domestic lives. With this potent Cancer energy, we have the chance to make important changes in our lives that will benefit us well beyond this Moon cycle.

It’s time to make some plans and to set the stage for reaping the rewards from our new beginnings, as little or big as they may be, in approximately two weeks’ time after the Full Moon occurs. Concentrate on new ways to enhance family life and domestic affairs, and to build up your feelings of security and safety.

New Moon in Cancer chart on June 23, 2017

Mercury enters Cancer

Mercury is in Cancer from June 21-July 5. When Mercury is in Cancer, we move from the desire for quantity to the need for quality in terms of the information we are attracted to. We think, speak, and take in information 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 around us. Our thoughts are colored by our emotions, so it is more challenging to be objective.

Mercury transits Cancer from June 21-July 5.

Sun enters Cancer

Sun is in Cancer from June 21-July 22. We are self-protective and insular under this influence. Our attention turns to our nest–our families, homes, and anything that makes us feel “at home”, safe, and secure. Nurturing and taking care of our loved ones and our pet projects comes into focus. Emotions run deep. We are more susceptible to the ups and downs of the Moon while the Sun is in Cancer.

Neptune turns retrograde today at 14° Pisces 16′ beginning a retrograde cycle that lasts several months.

Neptune will be retrograde until November 22nd when it reaches 11° Pisces 28′.

Neptune Retrograde Cycle in Pisces: June 16 to November 22, 2017

Durin this cycle, there can be a temporary loss of inspiration as we realign our dreams and wishes with what’s inside.

Jupiter now turns direct at 13° Libra 13′ after several months of retrograde motion.

Jupiter first turned retrograde on February 6th at 23° Libra 08′.

Jupiter Retrograde in Libra: February 6 to June 9, 2017

The Moon is Full in Sagittarius on June 9, 2017, at 9:10 AM EDT.

On Friday morning, a Full Moon occurs when the Gemini Sun opposes the Moon in Sagittarius. The Full Moon is a time of culmination and the promise of fulfillment of that which was started at the New Moon approximately two weeks ago. It is an emotional time—a time of romance, fertilization, and relationships.

The Gemini-Sagittarius polarity is a mental axis, where Gemini represents the “lower mind” and Sagittarius represents the “higher mind.” The Gemini Sun encourages us to think logically, while the Sagittarius Moon persuades us to intuit and to think in a broader manner. Sagittarius symbolizes the quest for meaning and ideas that expand upon the “here and now.” Gemini is quite comfortable in his or her immediate environment or neighborhood, while Sagittarius stimulates us to venture beyond it. Neglecting either end of the axis will surely backfire on us. Ideally, a balance should be found between the two energies, and this is what the Full Moon invites us to do.

This Full Moon is about communication, attitude, and our sense of adventure. Something has been building inside of us, and now is the time when the energy of the cosmos fairly demands that we let it out. Over the next two weeks, we will discover what this means for us. For now, we can’t sit on our feelings. We need to express them.

The lunation illuminates this conflict between logic and intuition/faith. With the Moon full and bright in the sky, symbolic “illumination” occurs in our lives. However, these new feelings and revelations are emotional ones, as there is a sense of emotions bursting forth into our consciousness. It’s time to express ourselves and to let things out of our systems. Of course, we might want to exercise some care while doing so, knowing that what is coming out of us is fresh, unrefined, and not particularly rational as yet.

This Full Moon forms a square with Neptune, and revelations now might lead to a detour from our goals. We should watch for misinformation. This is a time for opening ourselves up to possibilities, but finalizing plans should probably be saved for a later date. The Sun is at the midpoint of Mercury and Mars and trine to Jupiter, pointing to a real desire to understand or master a situation, but the square to Neptune and opposition to Saturn point to a possible block, obstacle, or to incomplete information or lack of readiness. Watch for too-quick decisions, but do pay close attention to what’s illuminated now.

Full Moon in Sagittarius Chart – June 9, 2017

Mercury enters Gemini

Mercury is in Gemini from June 6-June 21. When Mercury is in Gemini, we are especially communicative, curious, and sociable. Mercury feels right at home in Gemini, one of the signs that it rules. We tend to take more pleasure in gaining a superficial knowledge of many subjects rather than dig deep into any one topic. We are especially astute when it comes to arguing or making a point. We are attracted to wordplays, puns, and negotiations. We are easily distracted.

Mercury in Gemini

Venus enters Taurus

Venus is in Taurus from June 6-July 4. In Taurus, Venus is very sensual (naturally), content, and possessive. We seek security and value that which lasts. Our appetite for pleasure is strong. Taurus values the here and the now as well as the world of the five senses. Tangible and physical expressions of love and romance are most important now. Holding on to someone we love is our tendency under Venus in Taurus. The shadow side of this is excessive possessiveness and treating our partners as objects that we own or want to own. On the financial side, Venus in Taurus looks for high-quality, solid, practical, and long-lasting items. Holding on to our possessions is more likely now.

Mars enters Cancer

Mars is in Cancer from June 4-July 20. We pursue our interests ardently, but we avoid a direct approach to going after we want. As well, our goals and plans are subject to mood swings and vacillations. We are defensive rather than overtly aggressive. Much of what we do depends on our mood of the moment.

The Moon is New in Gemini on May 25, 2017, at 3:45 PM EDT.

On Thursday afternoon, a new cycle begins. The Taurus New Moon cycle ends and the Gemini New Moon cycle begins. The New Moon in Gemini cycle presents opportunities to commit to personal goals that express the positive energies of the sign of the Twins. It’s time to improve our communication skills by listening to others and enjoying others’ points of view, rather than doggedly seeking to find that one elusive “answer.” This is a good cycle under which to re-evaluate our communication and social skills by questioning just how much we actually take in information, and communicate in a friendly, non-threatening manner. With this potent Gemini energy, we have the chance to make important changes in our lives.

This New Moon occurs around the time that Mars in Gemini opposes Saturn, presenting some reticence or obstacles to break down before moving forward.

Where does the New Moon fall by house in your natal chart? Read more here.

New Moon in Gemini chart on May 25, 2017

Sun enters Gemini

Sun is in Gemini from May 20-June 21. Knowledge and diversity motivate us with the Sun in Gemini. We are more sociable, intellectual, and insatiably curious under this influence. We tend to scatter our energies as a result of this curiosity and awareness of all of our options. We are more communicative and versatile, but we can also be unreliable.

Saturn forms a trine with Uranus

On May 19th, Saturn and Uranus reach their second trine. This aspect first occurred on December 24th, 2016, and will recur on November 11th, 2017, and can be considered “in effect” throughout the wider range dates. This is a time when we can bring more excitement to our lives while keeping peace and order. We’re likely to enjoy what we’re doing, particularly with our career, work, and life path matters, but extending to other areas of life as well. This can be a time of new beginnings. Changes we make tend to be deliberate or calculated, but possibly also quite quick. Original ideas may take form, or they might be developed quite successfully now. There is an opportunity to combine stability and improvement or excitement with good results. The same can be said of innovation and tradition.

Saturn trine Uranus dates:

1st: December 24, 2016, while Saturn was at 20° Sagittarius 34′.

2nd: May 19th with Saturn at 26° Sagittarius 23′ and Uranus at 26° Pisces 23′.

3rd: November 11th when Saturn is at 25° Sagittarius 38′ (last)

Saturn trine Uranus

Jupiter forms a quincunx with Neptune

On May 17th, Jupiter forms a quincunx with Neptune. This aspect first formed on October 23rd, 2016, and will occur again on July 5th, 2017.  There can be difficulties with limits and boundaries now. We may feel disorganized and it can be difficult to stick to a routine or to find satisfaction with our current pursuits. There can be a strong desire or need to help others now, but we may not know how to do so and feel guilty for escapist tendencies or for not being as effective as we’d like. There is a tendency to take the easy way out, but consequences are likely to be faced by doing so. We may be misled by wishful thinking or invest in impractical ideas and plans.

Jupiter quincunx Neptune dates:

1st: October 23, 2016, while Jupiter was at 9° Libra 27′.

2nd: May 17th with Jupiter at 14° Libra 01′ and Neptune at 14° Pisces 01′.

3rd: July 5th when Jupiter is at 14° Libra 11′ (last)

Jupiter Quincunx Neptune

Mercury enters Taurus

Mercury is in Taurus from May 16-June 6. When Mercury is in Taurus, our thinking is down to earth, solid, and grounded. Common sense reigns over more fanciful thinking. We communicate more deliberately under this influence, and our minds are oriented to the world of the five senses. We prefer the tried and true rather than new ways of thinking. Attention to one thing at a time can simplify our lives, but we may be in danger of narrow, overly conservative, or rigid thinking.

Mercury in Taurus

Mars is out of bounds

Mars is out of bounds from May 14, 2017, to June 29, 2017.

From May 14th at 1:04:27 pm (EDT) to June 29th at 3:59:59 am (EDT).

This occurs while Mars is transiting Gemini (to June 4th) and then Cancer.

A planet is considered out of bounds when its declination is beyond the outer bounds or limits of that of the Sun, i.e. greater than 23 degrees and 27 minutes of declination, either North or South. The energies of Mars tend to be a little out of control, stretched, or over the top during this period.

The Moon is Full in Scorpio on May 10, 2017, at 5:43 PM EDT.

The Sun in Taurus opposes the Moon in Scorpio. The Full Moon is a time of culmination and the promise of fulfillment of that which was started at the New Moon. It is an emotional time—a time of romance, fertilization, and relationships.

The Taurus-Scorpio polarity deals with the balance between all that is mine (Taurus) and all that is yours (Scorpio). It also emphasizes the concept of form (Taurus) versus transformation (Scorpio). While Taurus deals with matter, personal values, material goods, possessions, and security, Scorpio rules the destruction of form, shared possessions, change, and transformation. The Sun in Taurus encourages happiness with the simple, tangible things in life, while the Scorpio Moon draws our attention to complexities, intangibles, and mysteries. Neglecting either end of the axis will surely backfire on us. Ideally, a balance should be found between the two energies, and this is what the Full Moon invites us to do.

This Full Moon is about emotional declarations. Something has been building inside of us, likely of an intimate nature, and now is the time when the energy of the cosmos fairly demands that we let it out. Over the next two weeks, we will discover what this declaration means for us. For now, we can’t sit on our feelings — we need to express them. The Full Moon illuminates this conflict between collecting and sharing.

With the Moon full and bright in the sky, symbolic “illumination” occurs in our own lives. However, these new feelings and revelations are emotional ones, as emotions burst forth into our consciousness. It’s time to express ourselves, and to let things out of our systems. Of course, we might want to exercise some care while doing so, knowing that what is coming out of us is new and not particularly rational as yet. Full Moons are about exposing or illuminating issues that are already there, but that have not yet been dealt with. Where does the Full Moon fall by house in your natal chart? Read more here.

Full Moon in Scorpio Chart – May 10, 2017

North Node of the Moon (True) enters Leo

The True North Node of the Moon is in Leo from May 9, 2017, to November 6, 2018.

The Mean North Node of the Moon is in Leo from April 28, 2017, to November 16, 2018.

The last time the True North Node transited Leo was from October 1998 to April 2000. Before that, January 1980 to September 1981.

With the Moon’s North Node in Leo, we are pointed in the direction of creativity, uniqueness, standing out from the crowd, love affairs, and sharing our hearts — these things lead to benefits and joy and can be our great challenge now. Learning to take personal risks, which requires a certain amount of self-confidence, will help us to achieve inner balance and happiness. This is a time for drawing upon inner courage to get creative, go steady, and stand out! It’s a time for getting over any fears we might have of getting attention and standing out as individuals. 

Mercury now turns direct at 24° Aries 16′ after several weeks of retrograde motion. Mercury is in its post-retrograde shadow until May 20th.

Mercury first turned retrograde on April 9th at 4° Taurus 50′.