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The waning Aries Moon keeps the day chugging gamely along. Intentions and priorities seem set. In the heat of action some avenues offer clear opportunities and the satisfaction of making rapid headway. As the day progresses other considerations arise. Evening lunar squares to Pluto and Jupiter generate second thoughts about resources and responsibilities. If time and money are being used wisely, all is well. If not, discontent could lead to a confrontation or timely moment of awakening. Be ready to rethink goals and adjust strategies. With the Moon going void of course just before midnight it’s probably best to sleep on any unresolved issues and deal with them tomorrow. Moon in Aries v/c 8:49PM-12:00AM.

The Aries Moon forms a cheerful morning sextile with Venus. Breakfast conversations are friendly, walks and bike rides are brisk. Moods and tempo remain upbeat most of the day. The continuing influence of the global pandemic may influence activity choices. Wherever you may live or go, be aware and stay safe. Tonight brings curious possibilities. The Moon is at odds with mental Mercury. The Winged Messenger is slowing and will turn retrograde during the coming week. A communications snafu could easily occur so be attentive when reading texts, letters, documents and other news. On a more positive note, this could be an opportune time to see an issue in an entirely new and different light. Moon in Aries.

After a taut, Last Quarter Moon night the new day begins with more agreeable lunar sextiles to Pluto and Jupiter. Life feels manageable and on an upwards track. Things soon slow. By mid-morning the Moon is void of course and Mars is exactly conjunct Neptune. The Mars/Neptune conjunction presents distinct challenges, especially during a void of course Moon period when, in addition to reduced energy, concentration wavers. Be extra vigilant regarding the weather and other forces of Mother Nature. Noxious chemicals and bad food can also be hazardous. The Moon’s late afternoon entry into Aries brings another notable shift. With help from Saturn life quickly gets re-energized, organized and back on track. The evening is a first rate time to make decisions and commitments. Last Quarter Moon in Pisces 2:24AM, Moon in Pisces v/c 8:45AM-5:03PM Moon enters Aries, Mars conjunct Neptune.

There may be magic in an early morning idea. This is also a favorable part of the day for communications. Later on, the approaching Last Quarter phase of the Pisces Moon pits logic against emotions. While all Quarter Moons present challenges, they are also motivational. Integrate your feelings and thinking as well as your social obligations and personal preferences. Channel pent up frustrations into healthy, constructive acts. Seek creative outlets for enduring dreams. Tonight sees the Pisces Moon conjunct fiery Mars and mystical Neptune. Under this potent stellium it could be time to build a bigger dream. Films, music and other art forms stimulate imaginations and offer relief from daily uncertainties. Moon in Pisces.

Dream states may be vivid. The Gemini Sun is in square to Neptune. Sometimes this aspect is a harbinger of confusion and loss. Feelings of unrest are also likely. With the Moon void of course during the overnight period this is not a favorable time for decision-making. Around dawn the Moon enters mysterious Pisces. Moods remain impressionable throughout the day. Unmet needs can be a source of worry. Choose your companions and locale with appropriate care and caution. Mother Nature may prove to be both solace and inspiration. Social inclinations intensify this evening. The internet proves a useful tool for connecting with like-minded souls. Moon in Aquarius v/c 12:00AM-5:32AM Moon enters Pisces, Sun square Neptune.

Attend to pressing matters the first thing in the morning. Harmony between the Gemini Sun and Aquarius Moon bodes well for inner peace as well as smooth going. Communications are especially favored. By late morning the waning Moon is void of course and remains so until midnight. Because the Sun is nearly square Neptune, energy levels, enthusiasm and momentum can quickly sag. Accurate factual information may be hard to find. The Wednesday hump can take on Mt. Everest proportions. Take it easy this afternoon. Focus your efforts on works in progress and increased self-awareness. Uncertainties may mandate new ways of thinking. Make room for mystery at your table. Moon in Aquarius v/c 10:35AM-12:00AM.

We enter a more mellow midweek period. The Aquarius Moon has some folks thinking about friends while others turn their sights to the future. Networking can be profitable but the Moon’s early afternoon square with unpredictable Uranus is likely to throw a monkey wrench into plans and disrupt schedules. Technology glitches are also more probable. Fortunately, a lunar trine to Venus is also in play. This happy pairing suggests that despite any unforeseen complications or delays, eventual outcomes may turn out to be blessings in disguise. The trine also bodes well for late afternoon meetings and spur of the moment invitations and introductions. Don’t be shy. Show your feelings. Moon in Aquarius.

A dreamy pre-dawn lunar sextile to Neptune arouses kind and compassionate feelings for others. Dreams can be enlightening. The ensuing morning hours are well-suited for business transactions and other practical matters. The gritty Capricorn Moon is now part of the powerful, transformative Pluto, Jupiter and Saturn stellium. Total immersion in one’s work or play is in itself a rebirth. Midday get togethers radiate with optimism. Tap into a motherlode of knowledge and talent. Cooperation between partners can be profoundly productive. This is an auspicious time for deal making as well as learning from more experienced hands. A mid-afternoon lull follows as the Moon goes void of course until tonight. Take the less energized last third of the day in relaxed stride. Moon in Capricorn v/c 2:06PM-8:54PM Moon enters Aquarius.

The urge to reach out and be in touch with family and pals is strong this morning. The Capricorn Moon’s opposition to mental Mercury unlooses a frothy curling wave of feelings and memories. Some conversations are cathartic, healing experiences. Practical homebodies will find more than enough energy is available for weekend chores. The allure of the sea is also tempting. Later tonight the Moon aligns with Mars. The God of War is in Pisces and close to mystical Neptune. While the forces of Mother Nature possess irrefutable charm, dreams and desires may also beguile. If you have a creative vision or feel strongly about a charity or other cause that has captured your heart, this is a good day to act on it. Moon in Capricorn.

The celestially unengaged, void of course Sagittarius Moon prompts some folks to let their hair down and relax. However, past events may creep into and influence hearts and minds. The Gemini Sun continues to be at odds with Mars and Neptune. Hotheads take heed, these square aspects necessitate maturity and poise. Impulsive words and acts more than likely will have unfortunate consequences. It helps to have clear goals and a well thought out plan. If you find yourself struggling, consider your priorities in detail. A lack of clarity could be a deciding factor. Timing may also feel off. By late afternoon the Moon is in earthy Capricorn, providing renewed strength and resolve. Moon in Sagittarius v/c 12:10AM-3:44PM Moon enters Capricorn, Sun square Mars.

The Full Moon horoscope is complicated. The Gemini Sun and retrograde Venus are opposite the Sagittarius Moon and all three stars are tested by Mars and Neptune in Pisces. This powerful T-square configuration tests emotional composure as well as mental resolve. Ideas and information are hotly debated. Easy answers are a myth. Nuanced thinking is required, coupled with patience and self-restraint. Less mature types are prone to angry outbursts and finger pointing. Be civil. Despite the challenges, intrepid souls calmly field questions, directly address complex issues, explain the risks of various options and offer detailed plans. Forging ahead now without a well thought out strategy is a fool’s errand. Full “Strawberry” Moon in Sagittarius 3:12PM, Mercury sextile Uranus.

This morning is one of those odd circumstances when the nearly full Moon is void of course for a key part of the day. After sunrise and before the start of business hours, the emotionally charged up Scorpio Moon goes void of course. As a result, early momentum may falter or come to a temporary halt. Be patient. The morning hours may be better used doing detective work. Fathom mysteries and hidden motives. Study reports and reviews. By early afternoon the Moon is rejuvenated in Sagittarius. Willpower becomes resolute, minds grow sharper and more decisive. Feelings, passions and opinions are irrepressible as tomorrow’s Full Moon nears. Fortuitously, sober Saturn provides a steadying influence this afternoon. Identify your goals. Use time to advantage. Stick to plans and honor your core principles during the next forty-eight hours. Moon in Scorpio v/c 7:36AM-1:17PM Moon enters Sagittarius.

Nighttime tossing and turning stems from a lunar opposition to Uranus. Things sometimes do go bump in the night. Be careful if you embark on any somnambulant wanderings. Dawn brings decisive energies. The waxing and nearly full Scorpio Moon assumes a dynamic trine position vis a vis fiery Mars. All systems are go. Instinctive awareness nicely complements the impulse to create and act. Teamwork, trust and intimacy are nurtured by the Sun’s early afternoon conjunction with retrograde Venus. Midday meetings and conversations are especially productive. The fruitful atmosphere gradually segues into a more relaxed, inspired or inventive mood, depending on one’s focus, as night deepens. Moon in Scorpio, Sun conjunct Venus.

The morning hours play out slowly under the void of course Libra Moon. Feelings can reflect an anxious desire to please or be liked. However, because many folks waffle rather than make firm decisions and commitments, it’s smart to be patient. Don’t judge them or yourself harshly. Today’s stars are challenging. Midday sees the Moon enter Scorpio where she promptly tests restrictive Saturn. Community needs may require immediate attention, putting personal preferences on the back burner. Venus’ evening square with Mars poses another set of puzzling situations. Desires and matters of the heart could feel frustrating. A past experience may influence a current relationship. Tonight’s lunar trine to Mercury suggests that difficulties can be resolved. Speak to a partner before going to sleep. Moon in Libra v/c 6:40AM-12:06PM Moon enters Scorpio, Venus square Mars.

The celestial auspices are excellent as June begins. A waxing Libra Moon forms morning trines to the Gemini Sun and Venus. Moods are cheerful and flirtatious as social ties blossom. Conversations and correspondence bring better than expected news. Learning and other intellectual pursuits are rewarding. With Venus in retrograde, a voice from the distant past could resurface. The second half of the day is quieter. If you have second thoughts about an earlier agreement, double-check to be sure an overture doesn’t have strings attached. This phase of the lunar cycle ushers in a fast-paced, busy week. Slow down enough to get things right the first time. Moon in Libra.

Under a void of course Virgo Moon the early morning hours are quietly restful, a tonic for weary bodies and minds. By late morning the waxing Moon is in Libra, supplying a timely energy boost. Doing the right thing is almost automatic under the early afternoon lunar trine to Saturn. This midday stretch can be astonishingly productive. Those who have business to attend to or people to organize make solid headway. These stars also favor making longterm commitments as well as delegating responsibilities. Put your leadership skills to use. Discussions may become tense during the late afternoon. Differing opinions and priorities can cause friction. Keep in mind the words of the French essayist Joseph Joubert, “The aim of argument, or of discussion, should not be victory, but progress.” Not having the last word can be a sign of wisdom. Moon in Virgo v/c 5:17AM-10:38AM Moon enters Libra.

Tricky influences require critical reasoning and great patience. The Virgo Moon is at odds with feisty Mars during the post midnight hours. Jittery nerves can contribute to insomnia. A lunar square to Venus holds sway over the morning. Some souls look for love and affection. Other hearts are happily radiant reaching out and giving. Cooking up sumptuous breakfasts and other indulgences can be enjoyable but overconsumption may also mask unfilled needs. With Venus retrograde, loved ones may be sorely missed. Evening finds the Moon at odds with Neptune, an aspect that in the name of higher love often requires a willingness to go out on a limb. Get your bearings before proceeding. Moon in Virgo.

Shortly after sunrise the Moon jump starts the day as she arrives in Virgo. A pleasant lunar sextile to Mercury follows. With Luna in the meticulous harvest sign minds and tastes grow more discriminating. For those tackling demanding work, organizing and separating the proverbial wheat from the chaff, the Moon’s placement is a blessing. Call it as you see it, especially during the afternoon hours when the Moon slides into a powerful trine to intuitive Uranus. There may be immediate benefits from one’s plainspoken honesty. However, the stars are sending mixed messages. At the same time the Moon makes nice with Uranus she also tests the Gemini Sun, reaching the stressful first quarter phase late tonight. Be extra tactful. Make constructive suggestions rather than criticize. Moon in Leo v/c 12:00AM-7:40AM Moon enters Virgo, First Quarter Moon in Virgo 11:30PM.

Dawn breaks with confident, friendly moods. Hearts are radiant with love. Relishing memories of happy times is fun. The Leo Moon is pleasantly aligned with Venus but things soon change. The fiery Moon is void of course by mid-morning and remains disengaged until midnight. Passions cool, focus and intentions waver. Physical energy levels may also falter. Mental Mercury changes signs this afternoon. As the Winged Messenger settles into Cancer confusion or indecision can add to the lack of motivation. As is often the case during void of course Moon periods, it’s best to put off important decisions, purchases and other commitments. Concentrate instead on a personal project or hobby. Moon in Leo v/c 9:30AM-12:00AM, Mercury enters Cancer.

Check in on family, friends and neighbors, especially elders and less privileged folks this morning. Kindness as well as charitable impulses are sustained by the Cancer Moon’s mid-morning trine with Neptune. For late sleepers, the same alignment may give rise to dreams rich with symbolism. Sensitive hearts and moods are easily impressionable. Motivation and willpower stiffen through the afternoon. The waxing Moon is moving into oppositions with Pluto, Jupiter and Saturn. Take a no-nonsense, pragmatic approach to serious responsibilities and concerns. These alignments can make some folks ultra partisan, obstinate or confrontational. Regardless of the potential friction, hold others accountable for their words and actions. A comfortable calm descends after nightfall as the Moon goes void of course. Moon in Cancer v/c 9:06PM-12:00AM.

The Sun enters Gemini during the dark predawn hours. After daybreak mental Mercury also arrives in the Sign of the Twins where the two stars make a mid-morning conjunction. Minds quicken and excitement builds but the Capricorn Moon’s opposition with Mars cautions against getting ahead of yourself. For sensitive souls a midday lunar trine to Uranus provides awareness of the future. The aspect also supports team meetings and planning sessions. However, under mixed trends it’s best to take one thing at a time as thoughts and intuitive knowing can outpace physical capabilities. Tonight’s social ambience is notably warm. The Moon and Venus are making nice, always a good omen for successful parties, romantic interludes and fun times. As Otis Redding recommended, “Try a little tenderness.” Add funky spunk, and enjoy. Moon in Sagittarius v/c 12:00AM-3:56AM Moon enters Capricorn, Sun enters Gemini, Mercury enters Gemini.

Rubbing the sleep out of one’s eyes can be an early morning challenge. The Sagittarius Moon is at odds with Neptune, making it easy to doze through alarms and if awake, fall prey to fuzzy thinking. Be sure you have what you need when you leave for work or school. The Moon is also conjunct optimistic Jupiter, a fine and dominating omen during the first half of the day. The pairing breeds confidence and enthusiasm. Be careful not to brag or make promises you can’t keep but be sure to take advantage of positive outlooks and zest for life. Schedule important meetings during the morning. By early afternoon the Moon is void of course. Moods remain pleasant but the quieter hours lack drive. Relax. The Sun is about to change signs and a new cycle begin. Moon in Sagittarius v/c 1:05PM-12:00AM.

Venus remains close enough to eccentric Uranus to initiate extraordinary social encounters. A meeting could be life-changing! The now waning Sagittarius Moon adds friendly, outspoken elements to this relatively mellow day’s mood. The freedom-loving Moon may also set curious souls on their way to mind-expanding adventures. Some feel the allure of travel, others are content to open a book or browse on a laptop. Whatever your preference, be ready to move beyond the comforts of familiar thoughts and places. It’s also a good time to re-revaluate commitments and recent events. Consider new ideas and options with an unprejudiced mind. Moon in Sagittarius.

Along with Full Moon drama, today features two key planetary alignments, a potent trine from Mercury to Pluto and Venus’ conjunction with fickle Uranus. The early morning hours foster deep understanding and empathy. It’s easy to see what makes another person tick. Cooperation is also facilitated. Midday meetings feature the “love at first sight” union of Venus and Uranus. There may be unexpected pairings or especially vibrant camaraderie with an eclectic crew. Shocking separations are also possible. Late afternoon sees the Moon crest full. In Asia the Full Moon in Scorpio is said to draw the spirit of Buddha closer to the earth plane. Regardless of one’s religious affiliation, compassion is never out of fashion. Tune in, stay aware and be open to sharing. By nightfall more easy-going energies are in play. Full “Flower” Moon in Scorpio 5:11PM EDT, Moon in Scorpio v/c 5:11PM-9:21PM Moon enters Sagittarius, Mercury trine Pluto, Venus conjunct Uranus.