Moonsign,
Sunsign
and More
by Jenny Yates
Sunsign
and More
by Jenny Yates
July 9 to 29, 2019 |
What sign is the moon in? What signs do the planets occupy? What is the current lunar cycle about? For the aspects currently affecting everyone, click here. And for a daily overview, click here. |
Venus is in Gemini In Gemini, Venus is devoted to intellectual pleasures. This can mean anything from crossword puzzles to lectures on Medieval candle magic. It's especially good for scintillating conversation. Everyone is wittier and more interesting, and everyone is quicker to respond to your ripostes. (And they're ready to repost everything you write, too.) And yes, it's a good time for puns. Try to control yourself. Venus will be in Gemini until July 4. Venus entered Gemini in NYC: Thurs, June 9, 10:23 am in Vancouver: Thurs, June 9, 7:23 am in London: Thurs, June 9, 3:23 pm in Berlin: Thurs, June 9, 4:23 pm |
The Moon moves into Libra in NYC: Mon, July 8, 2:07 am in Vancouver: Sun, July 7, 11:07 pm in London: Mon, July 8, 7:07 am in Singapore: Mon, July 8, 2:07 pm in Sydney: Mon, July 8, 4:07 pm moves into Scorpio in NYC: Weds, July 10, 5:28 am in Vancouver: Weds, July 10, 2:28 am in London: Weds, July 10, 10:28 am in Singapore: Weds, July 10, 5:28 pm in Sydney: Weds, July 10, 7:28 pm moves into Sagittarius in NYC: Fri, July 12, 11:05 am in Vancouver: Fri, July 12, 8:05 am in London: Fri, July 12, 4:05 pm in Singapore: Fri, July 12, 11:05 pm in Sydney: Sat, July 13, 1:05 am moves into Capricorn in NYC: Sun, July 14, 7:04 pm in Vancouver: Sun, July 14, 4:04 pm in London: Mon, July 15, 12:04 am in Singapore: Mon, July 15, 7:04 am in Sydney: Mon, July 15, 9:04 am moves into Aquarius in NYC: Weds, July 17, 5:18 am in Vancouver: Weds, July 17, 2:18 am in London: Weds, July 17, 10:18 am in Singapore: Weds, July 17, 5:18 pm in Sydney: Weds, July 17, 7:18 pm moves into Pisces in NYC: Fri, July 19, 5:19 pm in Vancouver: Fri, July 19, 2:19 pm in London: Fri, July 19, 10:19 pm in Singapore: Sat, July 20, 5:19 am in Sydney: Sat, July 20, 7:19 am moves into Aries in NYC: Mon, July 22, 6:02 am in Vancouver: Mon, July 22, 3:02 am in London: Mon, July 22, 11:02 am in Singapore: Mon, July 22, 6:02 pm in Sydney: Mon, July 22, 8:02 pm moves into Taurus in NYC: Weds, July 24, 5:42 pm in Vancouver: Weds, July 24, 2:42 pm in London: Weds, July 24, 10:42 pm in Singapore: Thurs, July 25, 5:42 am in Sydney: Thurs, July 25, 7:42 am moves into Gemini in NYC: Sat, July 27, 2:29 am in Vancouver: Fri, July 26, 11:29 pm in London: Sat, July 27, 7:29 am in Singapore: Sat, July 27, 2:29 pm in Sydney: Sat, July 27, 4:29 pm moves into Cancer in NYC: Mon, July 29, 7:30 am in Vancouver: Mon, July 29, 4:30 am in London: Mon, July 29, 12:30 pm in Singapore: Mon, July 29, 7:30 pm in Sydney: Mon, July 29, 9:30 pm |
What does the moon's sign tell you? See Moon Signs and Lunar Transits |
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Neptune is in Pisces This could be a time of beautiful spiritual flowering, a time when large numbers of people open up their hearts and connect with each other. The idealism of Neptune becomes deeply intuitive, emotional and sympathetic when this planet goes through Pisces. The matter of faith is likely to be paramount as Neptune goes through this sign. Who and what do we trust? People will have a stronger need to believe in something (or someone), and this can mean that some folks will be preyed upon by unscrupulous con men. A gullible populace isn't always good at picking leaders, so it will be important to talk as clearly and fully as possible about all the issues of the day. Open communication is important and protective during this period. Neptune is the planet of the strange, so things may take odd turns. Everyone will be a little more susceptible to illusions, confusion, fascinations, and poetic deliriums. New drugs could make an appearance – both medicinal and recreational - and new healing techniques be developed. Creativity is enhanced by Neptune in this sign, especially when it comes to rhythmic forms like music and poetry, and to the arts of illusion such as theatre and film. We could see the flowering of some amazing new art-forms. Religious institutions get new life from Neptune’s passage through Pisces, but only if they offer a true connection with the wisdom of the inner self. It’s not a time for dogma, but for breaking down all artificial divisions and merging with the infinite. Neptune will be here until March 2025. Neptune entered Pisces in NYC: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 2:03 pm in Vancouver: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 11:03 am in London: Fri, Feb 3,2012, 7:03 pm in Berlin: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 8:03 pm in Sydney: Sat, Feb 4, 2012, 6:03 am |
Pluto is in Capricorn Pluto has to do with the slowest, most relentless and most inexorable trends. In spite of being demoted from planet status, it's still very influential when it comes to social transformation. As soon as Pluto entered this pragmatic, restrained ascetic sign, the economy took a very different shape. Everyone switched from spending and speculating to worrying and saving. The emphasis is on what works, not necessarily what feels good. This is a long-term conservative influence, but the word "conservative" can mean a lot of different things. It could mean conserving the land, and becoming better stewards of the earth. It could mean conserving the wisdom of our elders. It could mean looking to the people who have spent their lives developing practical skills and asking, "Okay, how do we do this?" Pluto has been in Capricorn since November 2008 and will be here until March 2023. |
Uranus is in Taurus Uranus is the revolutionary planet, and now it’s entering the most solid, grounded sign in the zodiac, Taurus. So this could be a time when some very basic social and economic factors will be challenged. There could be big changes to the way we all handle matters of wealth and poverty, for example. Currencies could be affected, and some could go dormant, while new currencies are suddenly born. Our agricultural methods could be altered during this time, along with the way we distribute food and other goods. New technology will reshape science, especially when it comes to medicine. New art forms could have a big influence, particularly in music and spoken poetry. Ecological issues will also be addressed with innovative technology during this time, and some of it will work, while some of it will fail. It may become clear that we do need to restructure our societies in order to live sustainably on the earth, but whether this will happen in a sufficiently radical way remains to be seen. There will be a lot of push-back for every change that’s proposed. Sometimes it takes the shock of disaster to really alter people’s consciousness, but that’s the hard way to do it. There may be more radical movements towards traditional lifestyles during this time. Of course, everybody interprets tradition in their own way. Some of these will be oppressive to women, gay people, and minorities, while others are able to combine a kinder social ethic with a sustainable lifestyle. Uranus will be in Taurus until July 7, 2025. Uranus entered Taurus in NYC: Weds, Mar 6, 3:27 am in Vancouver: Weds, Mar 6, 12:27 am in London: Weds, Mar 6, 8:27 am in Singapore: Weds, Mar 6, 4:27 pm in Sydney: Weds, Mar 6, 7:27 pm |
Saturn is in Capricorn Saturn is now entering its home sign, where it’s an especially strong influence. This is a period when the focus will be on duty, responsibility and pragmatism, and there won’t be a lot of time or room for frivolity. When times are hard, people focus on the basics, and act more cautiously. This is a sign of structure and tradition, and so the emphasis will be on maintaining the status quo, and bolstering it further whenever possible. We may see more poverty and lack, for many reasons, during this time. Natural resources will become scarcer, and people already in power will be even more efficient in taking control of what’s there. With Saturn in this sign, I can see the world becoming more and more like a factory, a machine, with people being ground under by the emphasis on efficiency and competence. At the same time, organization is rewarded, in whatever form, and so we are likely to see a lot of grassroots organization take firm root. Discipline and commitment are rewarded by this sign, and this will help people survive. Saturn is the planet that rules bones, and so we’ll become aware of the bones of our society. We’ll become well acquainted with its framework, and it will be clear when it’s crooked, when it’s unstable, when it’s not sustainable. The process of righting it is slow and painstaking, but that work will continue doggedly during this time. Saturn will be in Capricorn until March 21, 2020. Saturn entered Capricorn in NYC: Tues, Dec 19, 11:48 pm in Vancouver: Tues, Dec 19, 8:48 pm in London: Weds, Dec 20, 4:48 am in Singapore: Weds, Dec 20, 12:48 pm in Sydney: Weds, Dec 20, 3:48 pm |
Jupiter is in Sagittarius The character of the year changes, as Jupiter enters its new sign. And this will be a more optimistic year. Jupiter’s passage through Sagittarius is a great counter to the more dour presence of Saturn in Capricorn. Jupiter in Sagittarius is about freedom, adventure, and expansion. The Sagittarian archetype is the Seeker, and so a lot of people will take to the road, or fly off to some distant land. People will be looking for something – new experiences, a deeper understanding of life, a sense of meaning. Some folks will approach the quest while staying in their chairs, zipping around in cyberspace, but most will want to be physically as well as mentally and spiritually active. This is Jupiter’s home sign, so the buoyant, positive energy of Jupiter will express itself in so many ways. There could be a great rush of people who want to be more involved in their communities, whether they jump into the political fray or volunteer for a worthy cause. Everybody takes energy from everybody else. So it will be an energetic year. There could also be some luck, for the human race in general. This also counters Saturn in Capricorn, which keeps repeating the message that you have to work really hard for everything you get. Jupiter in Sagittarius is passing around another message: that there is a certain grace that just falls on all of us. We can identify it, enjoy it, and be grateful for it. Jupiter will be here until December 2, 2019. Jupiter entered Sagittarius in NYC: Thurs, Nov 8, 7:38 am in Vancouver: Thurs, Nov 8, 4:38 am in London: Thurs, Nov 8, 12:38 pm in Singapore: Thurs, Nov 8, 8:38 pm in Sydney: Thurs, Nov 8, 11:38 pm |
The sun is in Cancer Happy summer solstice! Cancer is a warm, sweet, nurturing sign, and as the sun moves through this sign, people spend more time laughing, crying, hugging, and being sentimental. There is an emphasis on caring for others, and protecting those who are vulnerable. Your children will be more likely to bring street urchins home to dinner, and to adopt all the lost animals they find. At the same time, because feelings are so strong, everyone can be a little moodier while the sun’s in Cancer. One minute, your lover gives you the shirt off her back, and the next minute she’s pouting because you forgot to praise her bread pudding. People can be needier, more dependent on each other. If you’re normally a person who goes solo, you may get a little too much togetherness during this sunsign. On the other hand, it might be nice to have a lot of friendly people watching your back for a change. Whenever the sun goes through a water sign, sensitivity is increased. So you’re picking up what other people are feeling, whether they admit it or not. You’re picking up the vibes in your environment, even if it’s not quite clear where these vibes are coming from. You may be sensing what that silent person over in the corner is going through, or you may be in touch with something that happened in this room forty years ago. It’s a time when psychic abilities are increased, but it still takes some practice to use them effectively. The sun will be here until July 22. The sun entered Cancer in NYC: Fri, June 21, 11:54 am in Vancouver: Fri, June 21, 8:54 am in London: Fri, June 21, 4:54 pm in Singapore: Fri, June 21, 11:54 pm in Sydney: Sat, June 22, 1:54 am |
Mercury is in Leo This is all about the Voice of Authority. Some people have it naturally, and they thrive when Mercury is in Leo. Other people are shy and retiring, but they are also more likely to speak up with confidence when Mercury is in this sign. It’s not just about being sure you’re right – although that’s definitely a good part of it. But Mercury in Leo offers more, when it comes to communication skills. It gives warmth, passion, enthusiasm, and honesty, and so people find it easier to understand and appreciate each other. Leo is not a cerebral sign, and so you pick up as much from body language and expression as you do from the actual words. Shared passions are important, and it doesn’t matter how you convey your feelings – whether in long speeches or entirely in mime! You get your point across, and your heartfelt message can kindle lasting friendships and a few love affairs during this time. Leo is a very creative and expressive sign, so artists of all kinds can enjoy Mercury in Leo. It’s especially good for performance artists, since Leo is so dramatic. Singers and poets can move people not just by the words but by the tone and nuance and rhythm of their voices. However, there are likely to be more arguments during this Mercury sign, because the sense of being right gets notched up to a new level. There’s more ego invested in the things people say and believe. It definitely helps that Mercury in Leo also inclines to laughter, although it won’t necessarily deescalate conflict if you laugh in your opponent’s face. But later, when you’re talking about it, laughter is good. Mercury will be here until July 19. Mercury entered Leo in NYC: Weds, June 26, 8:19 pm in Vancouver: Weds, June 26, 5:19 pm in London: Thurs, June 27, 1:19 am in Singapore: Thurs, June 27, 8:19 am in Sydney: Thurs, June 27, 10:19 am |
The Current Lunar Cycle (10° Cancer) The Cancer new moon brings up a lot of emotion. People are more attached, more inclined to do the things that foster intimacy with friends, lovers, and family members. It’s a good time for new domestic or family projects, such as getting all those family pictures into order, or cleaning out the attic. Or you could take up canning, or carve a walking stick for your elderly grandmother, or cross-stitch a portrait of your dog onto a sampler. Or just find a lake or a beach and spend the next month basking and hanging out with your favorite people. At the same time, there’s a spark of excitement about this new moon, since Mercury and Mars are close in Leo, and Mercury is just about to turn around and conjunct Mars. This is going to be a long, steamy embrace, since Mercury will be moving quite slow. It could mean a lot of concentrated passion – and this could be very nice for lovers, and for artists who harness passion in dance or music or painting. There could also be quite a few squabbles, however, with all this seething passion. Because Mercury will be retrograde throughout most of this lunar cycle, it’s not easy to get anything new done, and people may be frustrated by a sense that all these conflicts have happened before. Ego-fights can break out, and can flame pretty high. Communication may not be all that easy during this lunar cycle. Nobody changes their mind easily, with Mercury retrograde in a fixed fire sign. So be nice to people, even if you feel like hitting them on the head with a two-by-four. They can’t help it, and if you’re lucky, they’ll remember that you can’t help it either. This lunar cycle lasts until the next new moon on July 31. Its climactic moment is the full moon on July 16. The new moon occurred in NYC: Tues, July 2, 3:16 pm in Vancouver: Tues, July 2, 12:16 pm in London: Tues, July 2, 8:16 pm in Singapore: Weds, July 3, 3:16 am in Sydney: Weds, July 3, 5:16 am |
Venus is in Cancer Venus, the planet of love and pleasure, is gentle, nurturing and sympathetic in this sign. This is generally good for relationships. It’s a sentimental time, when you may feel more like taking pictures of your sweetheart, saving locks of hair and greeting cards, and whispering endearments in her ear as you walk past. If you’re not normally prone to this kind of gooiness, you may wonder what’s gotten into you. But there’s a good chance you’ll both enjoy it, although you may be thankful that nobody else can hear the silly names you’re calling each other. It’s a great time for cooking, so if you’re inclined to this sort of thing, now is the time to get into the kitchen. It’s also a great time for eating, and all dishes, whether humble or exotic, are more pleasurable. It’s nice for entertaining, especially family and close friends. Your home is cozier, more attractive, and you find it very easy to just nest. Generally, you want to be comfortable when Venus is in this sign, so it can be perfect for a stay-at- home vacation. It also attracts you to watery places, like beaches and the lake. Just be sure you bring along your favorite pillow and your favorite brand of cookies. Venus will be here until July 27. Venus entered Cancer in NYC: Weds, July 3, 11:18 am in Vancouver: Weds, July 3, 8:18 am in London: Weds, July 3, 4:18 pm in Singapore: Weds, July 3, 11:18 pm in Sydney: Thurs, July 4, 1:18 am |
| Mars is in Leo This is a time of extra passion, excitement and will-power. Mars is the planet of action, and in Leo, it’s especially strong, confident and in charge. You are less likely to stand on the sidelines, more likely to charge into the fray, to get involved, to take a few risks. Pride is stronger when Mars is in Leo, and the urge to defend your pride is stronger too. And so sometimes conflict is all about posturing, bluffing, and scoring points, with nothing real at stake. If you find yourself involved in something like this, try to find the funny side of whatever is going on. Once you can laugh at yourself, you can usually move on to some more productive activity. But don’t laugh at other people before they’re ready, as they could become even more infuriated. This is a very creative time. You’re more ambitious, and you need to express yourself in a big, vivid, colorful way. Everybody needs an audience, and everybody needs a certain amount of applause. So don’t hog the spotlight, but don’t avoid it either. Take your turn in the sun, and then be generous with other people as they show what they can do. You are more playful while Mars is in Leo, so be sure to incorporate some spontaneous playtime in your life. Go out and run around with your dog in the park, or find some kids who want to play hide-and-seek. When you do things just for the fun of it, you’re rejuvenated. Mars will be here until August 18. Mars entered Leo in NYC: Mon, July 1, 7:19 pm in Vancouver: Mon, July 1, 4:19 pm in London: Tues, July 2, 12:19 am in Singapore: Tues, July 2, 7:19 am in Sydney: Tues, July 2, 9:19 am |
Mercury goes Retrograde (4° Leo) Mercury in Leo is retrograding at a very active place, conjunct Mars, so this could be one of the more upsetting retrogrades. Pay a lot of attention to details, and don’t jump to conclusions. As usual with a Mercury retrograde, watch out for mishaps connected to communication and transportation. However, this time, Mercury and Mars are in the confident (often bossy) fixed fire sign Leo, so road rage could escalate into freeway fist-fights. Leo is also a sign that likes an audience, so everybody could get out their cameras and document what’s going on. It’s exciting, but nobody gets to where they wanted to go. Conflicts are also likely to rise over information, paperwork, transactions, and agreements. Everybody’s got an ego, and everybody wants to be right, but people are not necessarily hearing everything correctly. You think the waiter called you a dunce, but he actually just asked if you wanted to order lunch. Bars, theatres, and places of entertainment are especially rowdy during this time. The first few days are generally the most prone to mix-ups. Once Mercury gets away from Mars, it’s fairly quiescent, although there are intense aspects from other planets. On July 19, Mercury re-enters Cancer, and this is gentler. However, all during the three weeks of Mercury retrograde, it’s best to stick to finishing up old business, rather than to start anything new. Some very important old business could finally put to rest, so this can be a valuable time. Mercury goes direct again on July 31. Mercury goes retrograde in NYC: Sun, July 7, 7:14 pm in Vancouver: Sun, July 7, 4:14 pm in London: Mon, July 8, 12:14 am in Singapore: Mon, July 8, 7:14 am in Sydney: Mon, July 8, 9:14 am |
The sun enters Leo The sun is exuberant in its own sign, Leo. Everyone is encouraged to live a little bit more loudly: to be more dramatic, to express themselves, to shine. People who are comfortable in the spotlight are even happier to be there when the sun is in Leo. People who are shyer gain confidence as they see how much fun everybody else is having. And audiences are also greatly appreciated when the sun is in this sign. This is a nice time for children, and it brings out the child in all of us. It’s a time to soak up the sun, to be free and playful, to sing and dance, to clown around, to climb trees and look at the view from above. Everything is out in the open, there’s freedom and high spirits and bright colors, and people are living for the moment. There can also be quite a lot of jousting while the sun is here. Some battles for dominance are just for show, but others are quite serious. This is the time when the alpha dog may have to deal with a lot of challenges from the lesser dogs. There is more posturing, and social events may become fabulous and outrageous affairs during the sun’s sojourn in Leo. The sun will be here until August 23. The sun enters Leo in NYC: Mon, July 22, 10:50 pm in Vancouver: Mon, July 22, 7:50 pm in London: Tues, July 23, 3:50 am in Singapore: Tues, July 23, 10:50 am in Sydney: Tues, July 23, 12:50 pm |
Mercury enters Cancer Mercury, the planet of the mind, spends a few weeks in the emotional, impressionable sign Cancer, and this is great for the intuitive faculties. It’s not quite as good when it comes to logic and reason! People are more likely to believe what they want to believe, what they have strong emotional reasons for believing. This gives a stronger focus on home and family. It’s a good time for working on genealogy, or compiling photo albums, or having a family reunion. You might sit down with your older relatives and listen to their stories, or you might tell your own stories to the younger ones in your family. Or you could connect with people from your past: the kid next door, your college roommate, your long lost cousin. It’s also a good time for interior decoration, for adding cozy touches to your home or garden, for finding interesting things in your attic or in antique stores. Mercury in Cancer enhances the memory, but it’s best for learning things that have a strong emotional charge. For example, you might learn the language of your ancestors, or study a historical period that really calls to you, or take a cooking or gardening class. However, because Mercury is retrograde until July 31, it’s best to wait till after that to begin any new project. While it’s retrograde, you are most successful if you’re re-learning something, rather than tackling it for the first time. When it comes to communication, be sure not to assume that everyone else feels the same way that you do about everything. Your own opinions seem so natural and inevitable that it can be very startling to find out that others believe something different. Try to go down deeper, to find the points of emotional connection. We’re all human, all flawed, and all vulnerable, no matter what we think about anything. Mercury will be in Cancer until August 11. Mercury enters Cancer in NYC: Fri, July 19, 3:06 am in Vancouver: Fri, July 19, 12:06 am in London: Fri, July 19, 8:06 am in Singapore: Fri, July 19, 3:06 pm in Sydney: Fri, July 19, 5:06 pm |
Venus enters Leo Venus is at her most charming, flamboyant and dramatic in the fire sign Leo. You’re more inclined to adorn yourself with diamonds and flowers, and to put in an appearance at the swankiest places you know. Even if you’re generally a modest soul, Venus in Leo can give a sudden desire to shine, to see what center stage feels like. Everybody gets a moment in the sun while Venus is here. There’s a stronger emphasis on expressing yourself, and this means singing, dancing, flirting, partying, playing, performing. Whatever you do, you have an appreciative audience. And you, in turn, enjoy the high energy and the varied talents of all the people around you. Whether you’re croaking out a tune at a karaoke bar, or singing around a campfire, you join in with a good spirit. For lovers, this is a romantic time, good for stirring proclamations of ardor. Everyone is warmer and more excitable, and spontaneous demonstrations of affection come easily. You’re also likely to think of the perfect gifts for the ones you love. Those who tend to be domineering or demanding will be more so under this influence, however. So at times, there may be some need to set limits, to say “no”, and to take space for yourself. Venus will be here until August 21. Venus enters Leo in NYC: Sat, July 27, 9:53 pm in Vancouver: Sat, July 27, 6:53 pm in London: Sun, July 28, 2:53 am in Singapore: Sun, July 28, 9:53 am in Sydney: Sun, July 28, 11:53 am |