Horoscopes for June 2020: The Transformative Power of Authenticity
Hello dear readers.
These past few months have left all of us feeling a bit uncertain about the future. The world is changing in ways that are hard to predict. Many of us are learning things right now that will impact us for the rest of our lives.; this pandemic is going to leave us all a little changed. Astrology is not going to answer all of your questions, it is not going to give you a definitive answer as to future outcomes- but astrology can help you figure out how you, yes you, want to move forward in the world.
After all, astrology is not a tool for predicting the future. It is a tool for reflection and self-awareness. It is a tool for taking the temperature of the world and reflecting on how we might respond. Horoscopes allow us to analyze our moods, habits, and those around us, and it opens us up to finding new ways to navigate our thoughts and actions. It’s important to remember that anything I write here is meant to be used as a tool not as a prediction. The stars and planets do a lot of talking, but ultimately we each must decide our own path in life.
So with that said, loves, let’s get into it. The year of 2020 has been a defining year for humanity so far, (marked by periods of intense upheaval). And now that eclipse season has arrived, the potential to initiate change is everywhere. Making this month's real question… how do you want to define yourself? What do you want to do? What do you want to learn? Who do you want to be? What sets you free?
There are a few big planetary movements this month to be on the lookout for. The first is the solar eclipse in Cancer on the 21st. Cancer is a sign of intense emotion, both of a loving and protective nature. This eclipse will bring you new insight into your internal world. It may come in the form of a jarring wake up call, inspiration, a letting go of inherited burdens. Seek relief in expression and taking thoughtful, intentional steps towards healing and transformation.
Jupiter and Pluto, planets of go big or go home, go conjunct on the 30th giving us an opportunity to lean into what feels authentic to our true nature and surrender the habits which no longer serve us. Now is the time to envision who you want to be. It’s okay not to know what that looks like right now. Take the time to imagine living a life that you can fall deeply in love with. Imagine what kind of lifestyle might cause you to fall deeply in love with yourself. When you can imagine the life that causes you to fall deeply in love with the person you are, right now, then the way forward will reveal itself. Remember no matter what has happened in the past, you have the unlimited capability to move forward- in any direction you choose. (It’s also worth noting that there is also a bit of luck associated with this Jupiter-Pluto pairing, so keep an eye out for small miracles the universe might be sending your way.)
The third big planetary movement happens on the 23rd when Neptune, planet of imagination and uncertainty goes retrograde. Around this time communications may be troubled, antagonistic, involve miscommunication or may simply fail in one way or another. Take advantage of this month's transformational energy and find new ways of dealing with difficult communications in a productive way. Try putting effort into listening to your gut, weighing all the facts and trying not to get swept up in others' opinions, even when the conversation gets tense. There is a mindful way to say no, and a mindful way to disagree. And it is okay to draw a line in the sand to protect yourself from being forced into a life that does not make you happy. Living an authentic life isn’t possible if you let others prescribe you their own agenda. This is a time to be asking what you think, what you want, and who you want to be, not what others opinions are or who they want you to be.
(For those that know their Moon or Venus signs, I encourage you to read those first! The moon rules our internal emotional landscapes, and Venus shows us how we relate to our values and the people we love.)
Oh fiery Aries, these last few months have been hard but also rewarding. You’ve learned a lot in that time. How to open up about what hurts and why, letting go of expectations, how to listen to the way your words impact those around you, and how to listen between the lines. You’ve been in a process of re-evaluating your commitments, and although you may not like it, Gemini season is here to set you on the path to a new, possibly slower paced adventure than you’re used to. The changes you're making now are not meant to happen overnight. You’ll be best served if you allow yourself to take the time to be intentional about the life you’re building. You will need to use everything you’ve learned to attract who and what you want into your life. You can’t force the world to bend to your will, but you can bend your will to your advantage. Your passion will take you far this month, but remember to wield your power wisely; you’ll get further if you can resist the urge to run over anyone and anything in your way. Whatever it is you’re committed to doing well will benefit enormously from taking a balanced confident approach. You’re shining bright this month Aries; use that power to advance the forces of good.
Watch out for: A desire to go back to the way things were. That will get in the way of creating a new vision of where you’re going in the future.
Pay attention to: What’s stirring beneath the surface. What needs to be let out? What needs healing? What parts of you are yearning to evolve? What dreams are you ignoring for the sake of convenience? What are you craving?
Ah Taurus, we all know you’re half enjoying that your stay-at-home routine is now considered highly socially responsible in the age of coronavirus. You’ve probably been holding it together more than other less earthy signs as a result of having kept up a steady routine. You’ve still felt the change acutely though; you’ve been learning a lot, what it means to have healthy love in your life, what you want to hold on to and what’s worth letting go of. But by now you’re probably tired of take-out and spending every moment with your housemates. It’s a tale as old as time. You love to stay home until someone tells you that you have to. The sunshine is out and you want to be out in it. So go! (Responsibly.) This month it will be extra important to set boundaries that prevent you from burn out. Working yourself into the ground to make things easier for everyone else won’t give you the time you need to truly honor the creativity and joy you have to offer the world. Change is scary, but please, dear Taurus, do not let uncertainty keep you from sharing your gifts with the world. You don’t have to be everyone else's rock at the expense of not being yourself. Let go of a need to stay busy and distracted for the sake of not having to confront your own fears and desires. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do anything you put your mind to- they have never seen you make the exact desert of your dreams. Honestly, I didn’t even know you could fit so much chocolate into one bowl. You are truly impressive my dear gorgeous Taurus! You deserve happiness the same as everyone else.
Watch out for: Using practicality as a shield against potential disappointment. Letting others or yourself convince you that you cannot change. Settling for what you’ve been told you can have versus what you dream of having.
Pay attention to: What your body is telling you. It will tell you what it needs. What are you really truly hungry for? Is it really chicken wings or is it change? What story do you want your life to tell?
Gemini, you sweet chameleon, you have been on fire! In a good way! You’ve been making leaps and bounds in growth and learning these past months-even if it doesn’t feel that way yet. Quarantine has forced you to get creative to meet your needs. You’ve been learning how to say yes to the unknown, and how to choose the people you want in your life as opposed to letting them choose you. This month I challenge you to use your chameleon powers to make your dreams a reality. You can transform your self image into EXACTLY the one you want to present. Remember - you don’t have to go in on yourself with a sledge hammer - there’s no need to hack off authentic parts of yourself for the sake of change. Instead be gentle with yourself. This is your time to decide what is best for you. It doesn’t need to suit anyone else, only YOU. Focus on a few long term goals you’ve been putting aside. Let yourself relax into the idea that you could have everything you’ve ever wanted, without having to change for anyone else. Say yes to the things you know are good for you.
Watch out for: Being afraid to take a leap of faith. Spending too much time and money on something or someone that doesn’t actually fit your vision for your future. Making commitments you’re not willing to keep.
Pay attention to: The people, places and things that make you feel most like yourself. Who is investing in you? How are you investing in yourself? What would it look like if you told your story in a vulnerable way?
My dear Cancer, feeler of feelings, corona has been a time for you to move through your feelings without getting caught up in negative narratives. You’re learning how to move forward as a result of denying the urge to overthink your past at every turn. Now is a great time for you to be doing the work of healing from past trauma. Just be careful not to get stuck in your head replaying the same trauma over and over instead of looking for a path forward. You will have to find a way to accept that some things cannot be overanalyzed to the point of clarity. Some paths, though walked over and over and over, will still be dead ends. Let go of the fact that you cannot know everything, that you cannot know everyones thoughts and feelings all the time. Such mystery can be a gift. Don’t let past trauma and uncertainty keep you from loving in the most authentic way you can. Don’t create limits where there are none. You are enough, dear Cancer, and you are worthy of having the life and love you desire. Fortify yourself against anyone who tells you otherwise. Be open to healing, and healing will find you.
Watch out for: Your desire to be loved and accepted getting in the way of being your most authentic self.
Pay attention to: What relationships feel healthy. On or around the 21st listen to your heart, your dreams, or for a sign that leads you on a path to a new way to approach your health, well-being, and self-discipline.
Leo, who knows what you’ve been up to during the time of ‘rona- but it was probably something fabulous. While some of the other signs have been taking this time to rest, you’ve likely been head-in-the-game, working on some kind of master plan or another and somehow managed to resolve everything that needed resolving. No matter what the world looks like right now, you know that it will go on, and you’ll be there to lead the charge. Well leaders need to set more than one kind of example. While you may have been neck deep in problem solving, this month spend some time allowing your inner child to explore your world. What feels fun? What feels boring? Let your mane down Leo. What’s hiding in there? Stardust? A forgotten dream? A desire for true love? Enjoy yourself. Take time to rest, recharge, and refocus. You’ll get a much clearer vision of where you’re headed, what you want to achieve, and who you want to spend your time with. Take a moment to notice which parts of yourself you might be holding back. While your sign isn’t exactly known for doing anything less than exactly what they want to do when they want to do it- that isn’t really the case is it? You’ve got a soft, deeply loving heart Leo, you don’t have to hide it from the world. It’s okay to ask for what you truly want. It’s okay to be vulnerable with the people who love you. You don’t always have to mask fear and insecurity with bravado and a smirk. Those soft bits of you are just as worthy and authentic of love as the bits that Get. Stuff. Done. Don’t let anyone rein in your creative vision for yourself.
Watch out for: The haters. Technology taking up all of your time and energy. Overacting and starting drama. Reading between the lines a little too much.
Pay attention to: You’re true fam bam.
You’re feeling a little vulnerable this month Virgo, and while that may be uncomfortable, you’re going to be just fine. You’re ruling planet Mercury goes retrograde this month making communication a little clumsy. You might feel those moments of miscommunication more acutely and painfully than usual. And although you’re not the sort to take things personally, it doesn’t mean others don’t. Be gentle and try to withhold judgement. You may be a rock, but not everyone else is. Bare it with grace, stay patient, and try to restrain the urge to give detailed critiques when all that is required is a caring face and listening ear. The acts of love you perform today will be your legacy tomorrow. Everything you do matters. Every one of your intentions to make the world a better place, really does make the world a better place. Change is slow, but change that comes from a place of love; change that accepts it has room to grow, that plods on day after day, it leaves an impact on the world which is larger than you could ever imagine. You are changing every day as a result of the love you put out into the world. Keep growing towards the person you want to be and the rest will follow. And for the love of all that is good in this world, don’t be so hard on yourself. Nobody benefits from you tearing yourself down. Spend time this month building yourself up! You’re doing great, sweetie.
Watch out for: Projecting your beliefs and emotions onto others. Trying to justify your desires instead of accepting them as they are.
Pay attention to: What does it look like to perform an act of service for yourself? How does taking care of yourself and your needs benefit those around you? Where can you be gentler with yourself? How can you bring more of what makes you feel alive into your life? What can loving others teach you about how to love yourself?
Libra, you social media butterfly, if you haven’t been posting thirst traps and zooming your friends every twenty seconds because you’re bored at home during corona then you’ve absolutely been the busiest bee around when it comes to your community. You’ve been making connections, building relationships, and learning how to mesh people together. It hasn’t all worked out perfectly and that’s just fine, sweet Libra. Life is like spaghetti, sometimes you throw something out there, and it just doesn’t stick. Maybe it wasn’t quite time yet, maybe you have the wrong textured walls, whatever the reason, sometimes that’s just how it rolls. You’ve been on a mission to find truth and justice in the world. Well I’m here to tell you, dear Libra you can and do create truth and justice in the world just by living your most authentic life. This month get in touch with what you’re afraid of, feel into it.. Let your fears be your teachers. Let them spur you on to be better prepared to achieve success, better prepared to adapt in the event of failure. Work might get hard later this month. Focus will be key to success. Keep your attention on where you’re headed, not where you’ve been. Hold on to what you truly value and who you really want to be. These past months you’ve been learning how to throw yourself at the experiences you need to grow, so don’t stop now. You’re ready to see what’s beyond the horizon, you’re moving further into a life that feels right for YOU. Go get em...and make that decision you’ve been putting off.
Watch out for: Saying more than you want others to hear. Snakes in the grass. Ill intentioned serpents. Overanalyzing and getting stuck.
Pay attention to: Your gut feelings. How can you best support yourself? How can you turn uncertainty into a gift? What relationships in your life need your attention? What feels like optimum trajectory and what feels like dragging yourself up a hill? Where can you make time for yourself to rest?
LOL SCORPIO the walls are closing in my friend. You need to get out of the house like NOW. You’ve been trapped inside keeping your secrets, alliances, and bug out bag at the ready for what feels like FOREVER. I’m not talking about the walls of your house, or your job. Although ‘rona is probably making home feel like a weight right now. I’m talking about the walls you’ve built around yourself and are slowly learning how to let down. This month you might feel especially guarded as you play through whatever private things are going on in your mind. My dear friend, you can’t learn how to ride the wave of vulnerability if you never open up a window into your life. Aren’t you curious what lies on the other side of your walls? What does that life look like? What new level of connection is waiting for you out there? It can’t be all bad right? Vulnerability isn’t all tears and fears. Vulnerability is as simple as being willing to be your true self in every moment. Vulnerability can be as simple as telling someone you love them, as simple as asking for what you want. This month you’re feeling restless, craving some kind of escape. So ask for it. Be vulnerable about what you want. Since ‘rona ruined international travel some of your wants might be out of reach, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t space for a different kind of journey. Now don’t laugh, I know it’s corny okay, but this journey you're on is one of self-exploration and it is and will be the most important and ever evolving journey of your life. Take advantage of the slow down. Spend a moment letting yourself be sentimental about something. Direct your wanderlust into something cathartic, creative, something that allows you to express yourself. What kind of expression feels good to you? What kind of expression makes you feel vulnerable? What kind of expression scares you? How can you use that information to create new habits and shed old ones? Remember you don’t have to do it all at once. You’ve got time, and you have the ability to create the life you want to live.
Watch out for: Letting restlessness make you reckless. Forgoing a chance at true self reflection and actualization for distraction. Letting feelings of tenderness make you defensive.
Pay attention to: What makes you feel grateful. Who makes you feel safe. Where you want to grow as a person and what you want to leave behind. Something precious coming from an unexpected place.
You’re feeling good this month Sagittarius. Gemini season has you riding pretty high. You’ve been learning a lot about yourself during ‘rona. How to work through conflict and frustration. How to accept no as an answer and keep laughing. This month you’re going to see some good times, especially when it comes to love. An old wound might be reopened this month, and a shadowy part of yourself might rear its head. Try not to hold a grudge. Instead make it an opportunity to take care of yourself and get your emotional needs met. Be as creative or basic as you need to be in your solutions. Whether you go get a pedicure or spend time hanging out with your squad. Your emotions are valid, and your needs deserve to be met. Don’t settle for staying where you’re at when you really want to leave. If your gut tells you that things can’t stay the way they are- then it’s time to let go. Your dreams are out there waiting for you. You know they are. Clear away negative feelings and narratives to make way for new possibilities. You only live once.
Watch out for: Engaging in self destruction when you need self care. Using YOLO as an excuse to make bad decisions.
Pay attention to: How deeply loved you are. How much the world has to offer and how much you have to offer the world. What makes you feel the most in your element. What it feels like to surrender.
I can safely predict that you, dear Capricorn, have never been more “the mom friend” than you are now during coronavirus, even if you’ve been social distancing the whole time. The world has been moving slower than usual, schools have been closed, you may be working from home full time now and you’re doubtless performing as competently as ever. No doubt you’ve also somehow managed to clean the whole house including behind your fridge! You are nothing short of amazing dear Capricorn, take a moment to admire how resilient you are. Remember that you are not running a race here. You’re in a phase of your life where you can be open to re-evaluating your commitments, re-thinking where you spend your energy, and reassessing how your obligations affect you and those around you. The answers to your questions will come in their own time. You can’t always push through these things as if they were pros and cons lists; sometimes you just have to have patience and listen to your gut. Don’t compromise if it hurts inside. A big adventure is coming your way, dearest. Continue doing the work of reshaping your life to reflect who you are and what you want. You may find yourself in uncertain territory, but it is there that you will find your courage and resolve. It is there that your rebellious streak will come to your aid and push you to live your truth. And that, dear Capricorn, is where your real adventure begins.
What to watch out for: Just remember that the people who love you value YOU. Not because you’re so on top of it all the time, but because you are enough, even without the spreadsheets and calendar invites. Value yourself more than your work, dear Capricorn.
Pay attention to: What areas in your life feel neglected. Where can you push harder? Where do you need to take your time?
Oh Aquarius, these past few months have been absolutely wild. Look at how much you’ve grown! Look at how far you’ve come! You are changing and adapting every day to a brave new world. Take a moment to admire your former self, hold them gently in your mind. Thank them for getting you to where you are now. What metamorphoses are taking place in your life right now? What are you manifesting with your thoughts? What seeds of hope do you have to be grateful for? This month is an ideal time to spend reflecting on how far you’ve come and learning how you can change your life without needing to change who you really are. You can change without having to sacrifice any of the beautiful authentic pieces of yourself. Explore! You can be anything you want to be! Loving energy is always around you, and more of it is headed your way this month. Listen to what your heart is telling you, and be open to adventure and mystery! Don’t let anyone tell you that your dreams are unachievable. Look inward. You have all the strength you need. You have the infinite capacity to create. Only YOU get to decide what is possible for you.
Watch out for: Using a combative attitude to cover up real pain during disagreements with loved ones. Honesty is kindness. Toxic people from your past trying to reconnect with you.
Pay attention to: Any opportunities that will allow you to exercise your mind and engage in intellectual conversation. What makes your body feel it’s most relaxed. What slaps and what doesn’t.
My gentle Pisces, the weight of practical obligations may feel a bit heavy right now. You’ve been working hard towards your goals, and it has been very admirable work. But there are other areas of your life that also need your attention. Remember that your home should feel safe, not isolating. Your relationships and your dreams are glimpses into your future - if you choose them to be. But dreams are not made reality without careful attention paid to them. Try to push yourself to put energy into the tasks that will bring you closer to your truth. Look deep within Pisces, the motivation you seek is there, waiting for you to invite it forward. Every day is a chance to beat back the demons of procrastination in favor of determination. You’re on the path to something big Pisces. Don’t be afraid of the grind; it will bring you security. And if you’re putting something off because you don’t know how to do it, the good news is you can learn! You don’t have to keep putting it off! You can do it. Remember you only live one moment at a time. We can only live at the pace of one moment at a time. How you fill those moments is up to you. Take it step by step, and you’ll find yourself striding ahead with increasing confidence in yourself. The people who love you will support you and hold space for you this month. Spend time letting them know how important they are to you.
Watch out for: Communication problems and technology failures. Time to backup all your data! Make sure your organizational systems are secure.
Pay attention to: The things you’ve been putting off. When your body is telling you it’s time to rest. (It’s okay to reschedule. It’s okay to put your well-being first.) The people in your life who treat you with love and gratitude.
