It’s not Aries season, but it almost feels like it with Jupiter AND Mars providing a major boost to your energy and confidence stores. Now Mercury is finally direct (from 3 June), it’s perfect astro weather to clean up the cosmic mess made in May. After some big shifts—especially around cash—you’re perfectly primed to get stuff sorted out for good. Then, make time to play and connect—especially with extended fam—as Venus and Mercury start the party in your own backyard. 

Tip: Tackle ongoing money worries with the enthusiasm of an MMA fighter

There’s serious clean-up vibes this month, as the dust settles following a chaotic May. Listen to your body and honour the urge to slow down and treat yourself. May was a lot, and with Venus now in your home sign, the desire to pamper will be at a year-long high. Push past any resistance—especially, “but work is too busy”—and let yourself luxuriate. Scheduling some self-care at the same time each week will help bring you back to your body and restore your nervous system. After the month that was, you’ve earned it.

Tip: Commit to a weekly self-care ritual no matter how busy you are

There’s some serious sorting out to be done, especially in the first 10 days of the month as the skies demand you deal with an outstanding issue that cropped up last month—potentially related to your health or schedule. Thankfully making sense of chaos is one of your superpowers. Once Mercury shifts back into Gemini (14 June) you should feel decidedly more chipper. Then prepare to play as Venus—who rules flirting, fun and getting together—catches up for the last week of the month (from the 23rd onwards).

Tip: Treat yourself to a girls trip, or group pampering (or both) in the last week of the month

Mentally there’s a lot of pivoting and organising to do in June after the drama of May changed the state of play. Sorting through the fallout—potentially with friends or workmates—will be top of you to-do list during the first half of the month. The good news is, with Mars and Jupiter in fired-up Aries, you’ll have plenty of motivation to quit procrastinating and just get on with whatever needs doing. Pencil in a night with your favourite people when the Solstice (21 June) marks the beginning of your home season.

Tip: Make the most of your motivation and tackle tough-but-necessary conversations

After an intense eclipse season especially for Leo folks, June looks decidedly less dramatic. That’s not to say it’s uneventful, but you should have energy to come up with a plan following last month’s craziness. Ongoing friction between your work and your closest relationships (partners, best friends, business partners) might come to a crisis point, forcing you to hold stronger boundaries—one way or another. The last week of the month looks much lighter so schedule something fun and let off some steam.

Tip: Be prepared to reassess boundaries between work and your relationship

No sign likes detangling knots—both literally and figuratively—like you. The first two weeks require extra dexterity, calling on all your problem-solving prowess to sort out best the best laid plans that went awry last month. If OS travel plans were a Mercury retrograde casualty, exploring new dates, destinations or itineraries could be fruitful. Meanwhile a long-awaited resolution to an ongoing question or proposal at work should come through after 14 June and clear the way for a burst of momentum. 

Tip: Look forward to a rush of productivity at work during the second half of the month

To borrow or not to borrow? That is the question. Big cash quandaries taking up headspace last month will continue to demand your attention in the first half of June. What’s different in June is how you approach it. This month, you’ll be much better placed to think clearly about whether you really want to take the plunge. If roadblocks pop up, don’t ignore them—speedbumps are there to slow you down for a reason (maybe it isn’t such a great idea?). If you’re stuck, seek external help. After mid-month things should flow a little more fluidly.

Tip: Seek a second opinion to help resolve big cash questions

“Ok, so what now?” is the vibe this month as the skies clear the way for you to make some big calls—especially in your intimate relationships. Following the intriguing developments of last month, June is a  time to take the next best step, and figure out what part (if any) of your strategy has changed. A need to simplify might seem like the core focus but don’t lose sight of your own needs. Now is not the time to hold your tongue. As scary as it is, ask for what you want.

Tip: Let last month’s dramatics inform how you share your energy – both financial and emotional

There’s fun to be had this month as Gemini season brings some sunshine to your love life. Things look especially rosy after the 14th when Mercury pulls focus on matters of the heart. If you’ve been waiting for an answer or searching for a sign, expect clarity in the second half June. Adding to the vibe, Mars and Jupiter are getting busy in the part of your chart ruling sex and desire. The result? June should be one long, hot month for Sagg people. Agent Provocateur, anyone?

Tip: When it comes to love, keep your options open and indulge your adventurous side

The pace looks set to pick up this month as we emerge from eclipse season and Mercury retrograde with more than a few things to tidy up. Maintaining a sense of perspective will be key to wading through the fallout, especially when it comes to friends or flings. While you can’t change the past, firmer boundaries might just be the answer to avoiding history repeating. Meanwhile bigger philosophical questions around cash are back on the agenda as your ruling planet—Saturn—goes retrograde.

Tip: Don’t be afraid to be firm with boundaries when it comes to friends and money

With your ruling planet Saturn retrograde, June is the perfect month to pause and regain your composure. After the push/pull of last month—especially when it came to work and family commitments—June is a time to explore different options. Gemini energy lends itself to trial and error, the perfect approach especially during the first 10 days which could be littered with dead ends. Once Mercury and Venus shift into Gemini (14 and 23 June respectively), letting your hair down should be top of your to-do list.

Tip: Plan something outrageously self-indulgent for the last week of the month

Gemini energy is always conducive to curiousity, so this month ask yourself, how did the events of May (no matter how big or small) change your perspective? Reflecting on what the drama of May taught you will be a wise use of energy especially early in the month. Beyond the crosswires and cancelled travel, there was some nuggets of wisdom; make sure you figure them out. Then let yourself get lost in the fun of family (or chosen family). Make time to connect, play and share stories with the people who feel like home to you.

Tip: Organise a long-overdue get-together for your nearest and dearest

Hot tip: try reading these horoscopes for your rising sign as well as your sun sign. You can check the Co-Star app or have your charts read by an astrologist to see what your rising sign is.

Emma Vidgen is an astrologer and meditation teacher. Follow her or book a reading @emma_vee and @thewayward.co.