We have a few powerful transits & events happening this week.
Read on to learn more about some of the effects of the energy and the planets. Get ready for some more whoosh energy!
Summer Solstice & Upcoming Eclipses
We have a new moon and solar eclipse at 0 degrees Cancer at 11:51 pm PST, the same day as the Solstice on Saturday 6/20, the longest day of the year where the sun is at its highest point marking the beginning of summer in the northern hemisphere.
All eclipse energy is intended to bring light to situations and has a cyclical changing of the guard feel to it. This can be in any area of your life (based on where the Cancer house of your birth chart is located). It will vary per individual while it is happening for everyone, everywhere in some aspect of their lives. We can expect to feel changes from an eclipse up to a month before or after the actual event.
Let's put the soul in solstice and let the sunshine in!
Mercury Retrograde
Mercury has also gone retrograde in Cancer this week until July 12. This is a time to review communications, expect delays, changes and exercise caution on making big purchases or signing contracts during this time. While it's always prudent to move forward, know that what is put in place during a retrograde phase will most likely change or the outcome may be different than you expected if starting a new endeavor of any kind.
There should be no fear when we have retrogrades though - as the intention of any retro period is to review, reassess, reexamine etc., all re words. They're actually set up for our benefit and aim to give us time to redo anything that needs to be redone or have a few moments of pause.
Juneteenth
Friday, June 19th or Juneteenth marks the date and time frame in which years after the Emancipation Proclamation of 1865, news of the abolishment of slavery finally had reached the enslaved in Galveston, Texas and they were then declared and set free. This day is celebrated in the US as the unofficial 4th of July or Independence Day. In the height of this year's uptick in racial injustice awareness, the day will hold a paramount feel to it.
It is uniquely positioned around the solstice, eclipses and while not a federal holiday, it has gained immense popularity this year in particular even though it has been celebrated by many since becoming an official holiday in Texas in 1980. This also aligns with the Cancerian themes that are upon us including politics, freedom and deep seeded "American" emotions and pursuit of liberty and justice for all.
Sun entering Cancer
The sun will be entering Cancer on 6/22 which is a nostalgic sensitive crabby water bearing sign. It's very emotional, ruled by the moon and tends to be a nurturer and protector of the home. This sensitive sign will evoke nostalgia in all of us and have us think of family, the sea and perhaps fonder times. It's also a time to cook comfort foods (they can even be healthy versions!) and take care of the home and hearth energy and environment.
Neptune Retrograde & Venus Direct
Neptune planet of illusion and fantasy goes retrograde on Monday 6/22 asking us to reexamine our perception of mundane reality. We may be faced with more down to earth logical matters at this time finding it less likely to indulge in idealism. Fret not, reality is just as liberating and exhilarating.
Venus also stations to go direct on Thursday 6/25. Here we will start to see improvements in finances, beauty, and our willingness to express ourselves lavishly. Venus also rules commerce so expect to see a shift here.
Please note that while both Mercury and Venus are retrograde over the next week, emotions may be running extra high in addition to the potent eclipse energy. It's completely normal to feel emotional at any time but the combo of these planets can make the intensity feel magnified!
Heightened Energy
All energy is always intended to move us forward even if change may be hard for you or you are hesitant to let go of the past, especially now that we're approaching Cancer season and it's built on nostalgia!
Surprise yourself and step into the new.
Note that what we have experienced this year to date is only a precursor of the tumultuous changes that are headed our way for the next nine months. We've only seen a preview to date of what is to unfold. Mars will be entering Aries on June 27th through the end of the year so Mars the warrior will leave the tepid mist of mutable Pisces and move into cardinal fire initiating a turning point! Use that knowledge to be prepared and take it in stride as again, we all are subject to the energy. We still have a ways to go globally & systemically but they all begin within.
Here is an eclipse mantra for you ~
I accept the radical changes that have been up for review and step into the new paradigm confident, prepared and stronger. Together in unity we will create our new collective reality where all voices and souls are elevated and supported. The recalibration of masculine and feminine within each of us will provide clarity on the direction ahead. Let us all step into our lives, souls and purpose lovingly, respectfully and courageously.
While a lot has happened since Memorial Day, summer is only getting started. It truly is going to be one to live fully and one we'll always remember!
Your crab shell may be tough but your underbelly is tender.
Brace yourself and stay positive.
Commit to your life, soul & purpose.
You got this!
xoxo,
TC