THE GOOD
The Queen of Heaven is seated upon her throne in the sign of Cancer, as this is the place of her rulership. But unlike most kings and rulers, the Moon’s place of power is with the common people, sharing in their lives and desiring emotional well being for all. Like most effective Queens, the Moon desires safety, security, and nourishment of all kinds for her people, and this is where she has the power and authority to provide us with that. You will have your needs met more quickly, and you will find grace and ease for receiving what it is you need.
But just to reiterate: Cancer Moon periods are great, but if you’re looking for an opportunity to seize the day, check a million things off your to do list, and just generally feel AMPED up…you’re going to be disappointed. This is the time for gentleness, quiet reflection, and receptivity. Release your own attachment to results and surrender to what the universe has to offer you right now. Let the Queen take care of you.
Regarding support from other planets, the Moon forms a beautiful conjunction with Venus in Cancer. This is an excellent aspect for interpersonal harmony, kindness, and aesthetic inspiration. People will be kinder to each other and to themselves, and there is a wonderful window opening to try and manifest something beautiful with other people. Artists, musicians, and dancers will especially benefit from this conjunction.
Additionally, Jupiter has moved into Pisces, one of his places of rulership, forming a fantastic superior trine to the Moon in Cancer. This will create feelings of trust, faith, and hope that the Universe is providing for you and bringing you where you need to be. You will be more emotionally buoyant, and your renewed enthusiasm and vigor for life will bring in new opportunities for you to take up space and be confidant in your abilities. Depending on your own natal chart and current time lord periods, doorways could open up for you around finances.
THE BAD
Our greatest challenge during this period comes from the Moon’s conjunction to Mars. This always creates a lot of anger, rashness, and self-destructive impulses. Mar’s placement in Cancer worsens this, as the emotional and intuitive focus of Cancer is a poor fit for the energy of Mars. It is easy to be overridden by passion and emotion and lose sight of the crucial elements of logic and reason that inform and guide our behaviors. Think before you act. Do not jump into anything without giving it any forethought.
THE WYRD
The Greek Magical Papyri (PGM) recommends the Cancer Moon period as an excellent time for protection spells. This makes sense, see the notes on emotional safety above. Cancer Moon emphasizes the value of deeper, more comprehensive definitions of what it means to be truly safe. What will make you feel safer? What forces make you afraid and keep you from using your gifts? Use this as an opportunity to release those fears, and create boundaries around the triggers as well.
Remember, everything that I tell you here needs to be indexed to your natal chart, especially the house placement of the Moon, any major transits and the time lords in your life. A strong period for one person may be more challenging for another. I am currently taking on new clients for readings, and I would be very happy to walk you through your own chart and astrological weather - book a session with me here!
ASTROLOGICAL SIGNATURES
Entry: Friday, June 11th at 3:22am EDT / 7:22am UTC
Departure: Sunday, June 13th at 2:22pm EDT / 6:22pm UTC.
Moon in Cancer: Rulership of the Moon - strong essential dignity. Nurturing and supportive. Emotional exploration is strongly supported here, as well as stillness and introspection. Not a good time for hard work or trying to get a lot done, but passivity and quietude will take you very far.
Triplicity and Quadruplicity: Movable water. Movability (cardinality) indicates brief and quick bursts of activity that are cut short and not seen through as often. The Moon and our own moods, activities, and attention spans tend to flit from one thing to the next. The water element emphasizes the emotional and inner life, and people tend to prioritize their own inner states and unconsciousness patterns. The atmosphere takes a very reflective and introspective tone.
Moon’s ruler: The Moon is her own ruler in Cancer, part of the reason this placement is so positive. Time spent well during this period can always have long-lasting results.
Relationship to the Sun: Aversion to the Sun in Gemini. This is a neutral placement. Don’t expect any major roadblocks or obstacles consistently arising to thwart you, but don’t expect any intense flow states either.
Aspects
Conjunction to Venus in Cancer. Harmony between friends will develop, and people will be more cooperative and agreeable. This brings opportunities for financial success, and will greatly support any artistic pursuits.
Conjunction to Mars in Cancer. Turmoil, tension, and emotional frustration. The fall of Mars in Cancer can greatly agitate people and stir up lots of emotional negativity.
Inferior Trine to Jupiter in Pisces. By now, Jupiter has moved into his own domicile in Pisces, forming a trine with the Moon in Cancer. This is a very positive aspect, bringing expansion, support, clarity, and deepening one’s sense of purpose.