June 2018 Astrology ~ ECLIPSES + THE MAGICAL ACT OF RELEASING ATTACHMENT

Published: Tue, 05/01/18

Hi, :)

Happy (almost) May! As I write this we are entering an amazing open time for getting some important things done.

The shadow of Mercury retrograde is passing quickly (over by May 4) and it is a great time to commit to important things, make decisions, and make headway on any front. The Taurus energies can bring great presence of mind, practicality, and solid plans for moving forward, as well as more support for committing to things that may have been difficult to before. Mars retrograde energies will start to make themselves known starting around May 11. See resources listed in the report below to help you understand this transit better and make the most of these potentials. I also go more into this transit in the May and June horoscopes and will continue the discussion throughout the months the transit is still in effect (through early October).

Remember that even though in general, the tides are rolling in, there are plenty of potentials for productivity, major shifts and enlightenment, fun, and more over the retrogrades, and that retrograde transits are great for lots of things (you can see more about this in my new blog, Maximizing Personal Planet Retrogrades.)

The theme of May is "Coming Up for Air": If you didn't receive my May Astrological Summary explaining more about this theme, which has lots more details for this month, you can access it, and all of my previous newsletters here. If you find that you receive some but not all of my monthly newsletters, try adding annie@anniehelpsyou.com to your email contact list so that it is more likely your email will recognize my mailings as ones to place right into your inbox :)

I have many details for June but first one admin note ...

I love the energy of Mars retrograde for rest, recreation, rejuvenation, and fun (you will see more about this in the report that follows). As such, I feel it is the perfect time to invite you to my

LIVE RETREAT

Soul Connections ~ in Sarasota, Florida :)

I have taught many classes and workshops live but in the last over 5 years, my work has moved almost completely online. I miss the energy of connecting with people in the same room and am excited to sprinkle some of that back into my life. This retreat is marking my return to this (notice the great use of Mars retrograde energies by 'returning' back to something done before ;) )

Coastal Florida is magical in the summertime. The Gulf temperatures are often in the high 80's and on many days the air temperature is the same as the water temperature. Siesta Key in particular is a known Geographical Power Spot, with sparkling white, powder soft sand that is believed to have the highest content of quartz crystal in the world.

You can see more about my

Soul Connections Retreat and register here :)

I hope to see you in one of the magical places I call home :)

Now here is more info about the stars ahead :) .....

June 2018 ~ The Magical Act of Releasing Attachment

Eclipse Season Begins + Recreation & Re-Creation

The abundance of energy in air signs this month will offer much opportunity for movement, communication, and connection. Great trips (near and far), full of sparkling conversations are very likely.

The urge to move and express will be increased all month. The movement desired for many will likely lean towards recreation rather than productivity but there will be also be opportunities to get some things done before Mars, the ruler of ‘get up and go’, starts its long nap.

To understand the Mars retrograde energies better, check out my detailed video on the topic and see my blog Your Guide to Mars Retrograde. Mars will officially be retrograde from June 26 - August 26 with long pre and post shadow periods that span from May 11 - October 10.

To see the dates of each of the personal planet retrogrades (Mercury, Venus, & Mars) for 2018 go here.

I love June for vacations because when Mars is in retrograde the desire to rest and slack is increased making it more likely that a vacation will be relished in, making it easier to leave work and worries behind. The rest of the Summer (and Winter down under) can be great for vacations, too, but note that we have eclipses commanding focus again in July and August, as well as another round of Mercury retrograde July-August. Check out my new site www.AstrologyKissedTravelBliss.com for Monthly Astrology Travel Reports and more great travel support and inspiration :)

The New Moon in Gemini on June 13th brings more opportunity for travel adventures near and far, as well as connecting with siblings, cousins, and other relatives, and also some last minute purchases of necessary communication devices.

Increasing recreation time is a great goal for this month. If you are feeling like productivity is flowing well or are antsy to get some things done, focus on ideas or projects you started in the past or have been thinking about for a while. I love this time for RE-creation - like going back to past interests, building loosely on what has been established in the past, revising, editing, re-working, updating, etc.

This time can greatly favor education, especially in flexible programs that allow you to go at your own pace so that if you lose some drive with the Mars retrograde transit, you can flow as you feel drawn to study. Also, education that feels more like a hobby than a stressful obligation is well indicated as it can be a part of this focus on recreation that is well-supported now.

If you have to do anything important regarding money, love, or beauty/design, I love the first few days of June.

Some people will experience slow downs in their work, finances, romance, etc. but there is also an amazing chance of reaping rewards from the past. Work done prior to this time could bring in great rewards, accomplishment, and recognition now.

Retrogrades tend to ‘call things into question’. Things that were set or intended may drastically change form or become irrelevant or uninteresting. During the Mars Retrograde cycle that begin in May and runs through October, many people will be questioning their current job, profession, or life path in general. Also, a strong focus on considering or reconsidering, defining or redefining, projects or relationships involving non-profits/humanitarian efforts, technology and other futuristic innovations, groups, teams, friends/friendships, acquaintances, social circles, social media are very likely.

A notable amount of oppositions especially in the energies of Cancer and Capricorn can bring much overstimulation between home/family and work/your place out in the world, and/or Mom/Dad. Overstimulation doesn’t necessarily mean good or bad, just that there are opposing forces each demanding equal and extra focus, making you feel torn between competing interests.

Some great aspects with Uranus can bring amazing insights and breakthroughs or happy surprises.

There are many times this month where a beautiful aspect is coupled with a challenging one. Good news and challenges could present simultaneously with these combinations.

Look for sweet spots during the days around: June 1,2,3, 13, 14, 15, 19-20, 22, 23, and 30 . Rough spots are more likely from aspects in days around: June 5-7, 13, 14, 15, 21, 22, 23, 25, 27, and 30.

At the same time as all of this is going on, we are also officially entering our second (and last) eclipse season of the year. Although the eclipses are in July and August, we often see an increase in notable eclipse-related events and opportunities around 4-6 weeks before each eclipse. We have three eclipses this season: the first is a Partial Solar Eclipse at 20° of Cancer on July 12; the second is a Total Lunar Eclipse at 4° of Aquarius on July 27; the third is a Partial Solar Eclipse at 18° of Leo on August 11. The two that are in July have a strong chance of starting to show manifestations in June.

Housing and other home and family opportunities may be a prominent theme for the Cancer eclipse. Topics regarding friends, friendships, social groups, social media, humanitarian efforts, and internet-based projects are likely to be a notable theme for the Aquarius eclipse. Notable culminations and endings and new opportunities and beginnings are especially common general themes during eclipse season.

Check out more JUNE Highlights:

** Note: often the effects of planetary transits are felt before or after the actual day the transit occurs.

June 1-2 — Venus in Cancer Trine Jupiter then Neptune — This pair of trines makes the days around this time my favorite all month for doing any important. There are some other great aspects scattered throughout the month but I like more distance from Mars going retrograde and some of the other challenging aspects of the month that this time offers :) Money, love, expansion, creativity/artistic endeavors, spiritual pursuits, and so much more is well-supported at this time.

June 5-7 — Sun and Mercury in Gemini Conjunct and both Square Neptune Plus Venus in Cancer Opposition with Pluto in Capricorn — The Sun and Mercury Conjunct in Gemini Squaring Neptune can bring logic bumping up against intuition and The Venus/Pluto transits can bring more of this energy plus challenges with home/family vs. work/your place out in the world. Overstimulation is a major theme at this time and mistakes due to scatteredness are increased in probability. Take a moment to center yourself before driving, walking, biking, etc. and pay extra attention as others may be more distracted. Also, think carefully before communicating as excess expression could work against your intended goal.

June 13 — New Moon at almost 23° of Gemini — Great opportunities for travel, communication/expression, increasing or positively improving mobility, connections with relatives (especially siblings, cousins, aunts, uncles, neices, nephews, etc.) are more likely now. Remember your 10 New Moon Wishes on topics ruled by Gemini. See my blog about this here.

June 13-14 — Mercury in Cancer Sextile Uranus in Taurus/Venus in Leo Square Uranus in Taurus — The Mercury/Uranus transit can bring magical insights and bright ideas, or exciting news. The Venus/Uranus connection can bring a jolt involving money, love, or appearance/self-esteem.

June 15 — Venus in Leo Trine Chiron in Aries/Mercury in Cancer Opposing Saturn in Capricorn — The Venus and Chiron aspect can bring some remedy to the stress that may have popped up recently (or prior) and the aspect with Mercury and Saturn can bring overstimulation or other challenges with home and work (and Mom or Dad).

June 18 — Neptune goes Retrograde at 16° of Pisces (back to 13° of Pisces going Direct November 25) — Intuition gets a boost during this transit. Sensitivities can increase at this time encouraging more quiet personal time. It is an amazing time for artistic endeavors, spiritual pursuits, and psychological healing, including from addictions.Issues involving feet could come up or be resolved during this time. Check out my blog on healing Plantar Fasciitis Naturally at: CozybySweetStarlight.com :)

June 19-20 — Mercury in Cancer Trine Jupiter — This combination can bring optimism and good news.

June 21 — Summer Solstice/Venus in Leo Opposing Mars in Aquarius — This magical day of most light could receive some challenges between masculine and feminine energies internally or externally.

June 22-23 — Sun in Cancer Sextile Uranus in Taurus/Mercury in Cancer Opposing Pluto in Capricorn — The Sun and Uranus aspect can bring surprise and welcome support. The Mercury/Pluto aspect can bring harsh criticism or blocks.

June 25 — Venus in Leo Square Jupiter in Scorpio — Expansion in love or money can see some blocks at this time. Be aware of the tendency to overspend or overcommit at this time.

June 26 — Mars goes Retrograde at 9° of Aquarius (back to 28° of Capricorn and Direct on August 26) — The much talked about Mars retro transit starts now. There is often awkwardness in the days around a planet moving into the opposite direction. Keep schedules and conversations light now if possible.

June 27 — Full Moon at 6° of Capricorn (Sun in Cancer Opposing Saturn in Capricorn) — Completion, fruition, accomplishment, or drama, are more likely now especially in the arenas of work and father/father figures, authority, your place out in the world.

June 30 — Mercury in Leo Square Uranus in Taurus and Trine Chiron in Aries — Communication and travel could bump up against some obstacles now but at least the simultaneous trine can help to soften and bring obvious and valuable lessons.

I have posted May & June Horoscope videos for each of the signs on my Youtube Channel.

The New Moon in Taurus is May 15th - Check out my blog "Making Powerful New Moon in Taurus Wishes".

The Full Moon in Sagittarius is May 29th - Check out my blog "Full Moon in Sagittarius Reveal & Release Ceremony" to support your best use of the event. This blog will be up on my site closer to the time it occurs.

If you would love an astrology, tarot, or combination reading to see what things may be up for you this year, contact my husband, BR Neumann at www.IAMHELIOS.com :) He also has some new and very cool and free downloads to make the most of the current and upcoming transits on his site :)

Onward & Upward,

Annie