The Sun, traveling through Cancer this month, implores us to deepen our honor of the emotional realm, which can reveal so much to us about who we are and the world around us. . . until it enters Leo on the 23rd and we step out to shine our light for all to see. Cancer's energy guides us inward to traverse the world of feelings and learn more about ourselves. The new moon in Cancer on the 14th teaches us to be still and silent. It is through self-reflection that we discover the truth. There is such a struggle now for the right to express and acknowledge the full spectrum of our emotions. I vote for a new age with feelings. The full moon on the 29th in Aquarius leaves us all feeling more courageous in coming out to those around us in more authentic ways.
Mercury in Cancer turns direct on the 10th, after traveling retrograde since mid-June. Introspection gives us a deeper strength and sense of self-alignment. We communicate now with more emotional truth. Venus enters Virgo on the 14th and we see more clearly the value in self-delineation. Mars in Taurus squares Neptune in Aquarius on the 24th and then squares Saturn in Leo on the 31st. How do we go forward? How do we take actions that empower true spiritual authenticity? What are the structures we need to change and usurp? Who is claiming and harvesting resources that are not meant for them? Uranus travels retrograde through Pisces as we revisit the wealth of spiritual possibilities that await us. Chiron and Neptune travel retrograde through Aquarius, helping us to heal past crimes we have suffered for unpopular spiritual choices. Pluto traveling retrograde makes its second conjunction with the Galactic Center on the 18th. What is it that we are really capable of here? What have we become as the result of all of our collective experience? Now is the time to consider these deep issues.
Famous Cancerians:
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CANCER (June 21-July 22)—Happy nirthday, Cancer! You are more inclined to think before you act these days. There is an elevated sense of self-control that overtakes you; use this wisely. When you find yourself feeling the urge to be impulsive, you step back and consider the possible outcomes of your choices first. This is a luxury and you appreciate the sense of space and take advantage of your options.
LEO (July 23-August 22)—You consider the question, "What is success?" now, Leo. There is much more to fulfillment and a sense of success than what we are offered as possible pathways of pursuit in this world. You look to new directions to place your passions, intelligence and energy. It is your heart that matters most. Let this be your guide.
VIRGO (August 23-Sept. 22)—You look for peace, Virgo. You find new ways to center yourself and to disengage from people, places and things that disrupt you. There is a new awareness that falls over you that reveals the power that is in your hands to make your life feel much softer and leaves you more at ease. You feel the power to control things now that were out of your control before.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)—You are less inclined to blend into the background and move to accommodate everyone else now, Libra. Show the world what you know and come forth in strength. You have observed much and it is your time to share your insights. Everyone benefits as you take a stronger seat and shine with confidence.
SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)—You pare down and feel inspired to cleanse yourself and your life, Scorpio. Clutter of any kind is distracting and pulls at you until you address it and clear it out. You need clarity above all other things in order to support your perceptions. Any action you take to remove excess is beneficial and well worth the work.
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)—Flexibility is the name of the game for you now, Sag. Release your grip and go with the flow. There is no footing to be found as you are moving from one place to another. Look toward your soul and spiritual connections for the sense of constancy that you long for. There is a well there to be drawn from.
CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)—There is a fine line between motivating concern and deteriorating worry. There are times when we experience things that churn up old feelings and much insight can be gained by turning toward, rather than away from ourselves. What concerns you now? How can you show up for yourself in loving, compassionate ways? Listen to yourself with love.
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)—There are parts of you yearning to be acknowledged and held sacred, Aquarius. It is through self-reflection and solitude that we come to hear ourselves clearly. When you turn within, what do you hear? What are you telling yourself? There is an aspect of your personal history beseeching you, through time, for resolution. So tune in and expand your heart toward greater self-love.
PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)—You are yearning for the calm of stability, Pisces. You have traversed much and have grown your life into new places by moving with courage through changing terrain. Now you seek to regain your footing on higher levels. And you have become something more, so you have a new and greater capacity to stabilize yourself in these new arenas.
ARIES (March 21-April 19)—There are times when we can embrace ourselves more fully through our relationships with others. Now, you find love through self-reflection. How do you see yourself when there is no one around to see you? This is what you consider now, Aries. There is great freedom in expanding your self-perception beyond the scope of others.
TAURUS (April 20-May 20)—As much as you strive to root yourself, there is only so much you can do, Taurus. There is change ahead and you cannot remain so burrowed in that you are inflexible. It is a matter of trust and expansion and you will become more capable of higher balance as you give a little and go with the flow. It is not your nature, but will be well worth any temporary discomfort in the long run.
GEMINI (May 21-June 20)—You have laid the groundwork for something new, Gemini. Now, you simply need to trust yourself and put one foot in front of the next. There is unknown ahead—as is the way of this world. You can trust that you have done as thorough a job as possible to assure the greatest outcome for yourself in the times ahead.
Motavenda Mekchizedek is a glass artist, writer and astrologer living in Silver City. She is available for private astrological consultations. She specializes in the areas of personal empowerment, family-of-origin issues, personal dreams and destiny, and the human potential. She can be reached by phone at 534-1024 or by email at moti@innerworlddesigns.com, or see www.innerworlddesigns.com.