June 18th, 7:00 PM - 8:30 Zoom Presentation on the
Summer Solstice Astrology Forecast
hosted by East West Bookshop $30.00
(recording available for later listening for those who register)
We are on the verge of one of the most powerful months of the year with July bringing Jupiter moving from Cancer (water, yin) to Leo (fire, yang). This will inflate the urge for the ego’s creative expression and is the sign of rock stars, kings, and champions. Jupiter (lord of the higher realms) exactly opposite Pluto (lord of the underworld) will be in a dynamic push-pull of light and dark forces—whatever comes from this, it will be BIG.
We will explore the astrological patterns for the remainder of this year and into the next with a focus on how we can best align with the rapidly changing energy of these times. Suitable for all levels.
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This week’s astrology forecast:
June 15th - 21st
Message for the week:
This will be another potent week for Venus, the goddess of love, patron of the arts and love of beauty, having just moved into dramatic, expressive Leo and aspecting all three of the outer planets during the first three days of the week. First awakening to new interests and lofty ideals with harmonious aspects to Uranus, the Awakener, and to idealistic, visionary Neptune on Monday and Tuesday, and then opposite transformative Pluto on Wednesday—all in dramatic, Leo fashion. Your values, what you enjoy and find pleasure in will first be tantalized and inspired, then transformed as you become aware of what you need to let go of to sustain your lofty ideals.
Chiron moves into Taurus for most of the next seven years this week, having been in Aries since 2018. The four facets of Chiron are the wound, the healing, the healers, and the gifts we have received from healers. When you heal a Chiron wound, it transforms it into a healing gift. By transit, Chiron reveals what wounds we are working through, and in Aries, the sign of the warrior, we have been working through the wounds of war. As Chiron moves into Taurus, an Earth sign, the wounds that will demand our attention are fear of lack of financial and material security, our bodies, food, agriculture and the Earth itself.
Taurus is the natural world, and will call for incorporating natural, alternative medicine and becoming aware of food as medicine itself. It is time to build our bodies to become more sustainable and grounded.
A good mantra to tend to Chiron in Taurus is “I am safe, I am fed, I have enough.” In many ways, it is learning to make-do with what you have and to trust in your resourcefulness.
The Summer Solstice occurs Sunday, as the Sun moves into the sign of Cancer, initiating the summer season. The Sun is at it’s zenith in the Northern hemisphere, bringing maximum light. Just as the sun reaches its highest point, we too are encouraged to rise to our maximum light, shedding the shadows of doubt and fear. The Solstice invites us to pause long enough to acknowledge what is already here, full, abundant, and visible in our lives—with gratitude.
Monday: You may feel like something unexpected and exciting could happen today with your magnetic energy field being electrified with Venus being in a stimulating sextile to Uranus. The Moon entering emotionally sensitive Cancer today calls for tending to what makes you feel secure and nurtured. You may feel a little spacey midday while the Moon squares daydreamy Neptune. Give yourself permission to just check out a bit—maybe just close your eyes and let yourself drift. Clarity and focus return after the brief interlude.
Tuesday: Venus is trine to Neptune, gracing the day with inspiration and awakening your artistic, creative, romantic spirit. However, there may still be a slow start to this lovely day with the Moon in Cancer square to Saturn in the early morning, making the day’s responsibilities seem dauting. Motivation and drive soon kick in as the Moon joins Mercury and is in a fortifying sextile to empowering Mars.
Wednesday: Venus continues its transformative involvement with the outer planets being opposite transformative Pluto today, making you acutely aware of what has run its course in your life and needs to be let go of. However, it is not all shadow work today, with the Moon entering sunny Leo this morning and inspired by uplifting aspects to Uranus and Neptune. The Moon is conjunct the Venus/Pluto opposition this afternoon, suggesting a passionate outburst and awareness of what is over in your life.
Thursday: A focused and enjoyable day with the Moon in fun-loving Leo trine to disciplined Saturn—a good day to shine before authority figures in your life—ask for a raise? Pitch an original idea? Although it is quite late tonight, there is some feisty energy with the Moon in an agitating square to Mars—maybe time for an action flick?
Friday: The Moon enters Virgo today, which would normally be content with tending to the tasks at hand, however with a square to Uranus, unexpected events may require your attention—expect the unexpected. Chiron enters Taurus today for the next seven plus years, bringing up financial insecurities and fear of lack. “Live simply so that others may simply live”.
Saturday: The Moon is in Virgo with its only aspect being a quincunx to Saturn in the early morning, making you question what is your responsibility and what is not. With no other pressing aspects, you are free to make what you want with the day—good for fitness activities as well as the everyday chores that make up your life.
Sunday: Happy Father’s Day! The Summer Solstice is today as the Sun enters Cancer at 1:24 AM. A good day to acknowledge with gratitude where fullness and abundance is in your life. An upbeat start to the day with the Moon in conscientious Virgo in a stimulating sextile to optimistic Jupiter. Some negotiations may be required to keep the peace this afternoon as the Moon enters Libra and is square to the Sun. A cosmic evening is available with the Moon in strong aspects to each of the outer planets—stretch your antenna to stay open to this cosmic influx—angels, guides, ancestors.
May the stars be with you!
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