Astrology Forecast June 17 – 23, 2024

Cancer vibes reign supreme this week as Mercury, Venus and the Moon all transit into this emotional water sign today, followed by the Sun on Thursday, heralding the Summer Solstice in the Northern Hemisphere.

The annual summer solstice marks a time of renewal and growth. With several planets in Cancer at the time of this year’s summer solstice, this week is likely to be especially potent for personal development and home life.

This powerful astrological alignment will especially affect our emotions, relationships, communication, and overall energy. The alignment of these planets will create a harmonious and balanced energy, ideal for starting new projects related to home and family.

This configuration can also be a powerful time for emotional healing and the release of past traumas. It’s a good time to focus on self-care and nurturing your emotional well-being.

But proceed with caution, as emotions can run deep this week, leading to increased sensitivity and possibly moodiness. Decisions may also be influenced more by feelings than logic.  Instead, use this emotional energy to honor your feelings and those of others. You may feel a greater need to care for others and to seek emotional security.

In terms of communication, our conversations may focus more on home, family and emotional issues. We will feel a greater need for security and comfort in love. There may be a focus on personal safety, both emotional and physical. Prioritize strengthening family bonds and creating a nurturing home environment. This week is a good time to set goals related to home improvement or family matters.

Overall, expect the coming days to be rich with emotional depth, heightened intuition, and a strong focus on home and family, and a favorable time for personal growth and healing.

We’ll also have the next full moon in Capricorn on Saturday, traditionally known as the Strawberry Moon. This name is attributed to the Native American Algonquin tribes because it signaled the time to gather ripening strawberries. In various parts of the United States, June is the peak season for harvesting strawberries. Other Native American tribes also have names for this moon that reflect the seasonal bounty. For example, the Haida call it the “Berry Ripening Moon.

The Strawberry Moon may inspire us to spend more time outdoors this weekend, connecting with nature and engaging in introspective activities. Its influence will also encourage social gatherings and strengthen emotional bonds, making this a weekend for meaningful connections and moments of reflection.