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Horoscope for the Week beginning June 29
By Michael O’Connor
Tip of the Week
Mars turned retrograde on June 28 at 9 Aquarius, in the Tropical Zodiac. It will have a general effect and a personal one too. The personal effect is linked to the particulars of each ‘person’s’ Natal Chart and the progressions it has undergone, as well. A ‘person’ in the eyes of the law can actually include a country, province or state, city, or any other kind of legal entity like a corporation or an institution of a company or an official team.
This week’s horoscope will focus on the general effects for each sign.
June 29 – July 5
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
In the forefront, you are in a playful and creative mood. Much of your focus is on home and family. As the picture widens, you are dreaming about what is possible. Thoughts about money and how to best invest are featured. You are at a high point and you are likely feeling strong. Yet, you may also feel tired and are more than ever to work smarter than harder.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20)
Mars retrograde indicates a time of decision in your life. At worst, you may feel stuck or held back. Upon closer observation, you may discover that your own attitude and habits are at least major contributors. Either way, you are experiencing a growing determination to break through barriers, internal or external, real or created by your own habitual perspectives.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
One way or another, you want to break free and experience a fuller measure of your sense of individuality. Part of the solution is to decipher and define what that is. Keeping it simple, exploring new territory by way of travel may prove very liberating and healing. Or perhaps the journey is more intellectual, by way of knowledge. Mercury and Venus in Leo say: play with the possibilities!
Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)
Mars retrograde in Aquarius is synchronizing with events to produce a fair amount of tension in you. Finding the balance between what you want and need and what others think you want and need is likely. At worst, you feel alone with it and possibly secretly jealous of others who seem to be having all the fun. If so, focus on all that gives you a good reason to feel grateful.
Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)
Mars retrograde is occurring in your solar seventh. This can manifest as challenging interpersonal dynamics. Trust in others and the flow, in general, may be an issue. The resolution lies in focusing to create more harmony in both your closest personal relationships and your social and professional ones too. Balance requires positive pro-action in both your relationships and in your career.
Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)
Creating a better flow in your life is extra emphasized with Mars retrograding through the Water Bearer sign. The goal is to strike a better balance between what you are putting out and the return. You are ready and willing to do what it takes in this regard. The main issue is to overcome perfectionism. Since it is unachievable, instead aim for excellence.
Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Despite all the power moves and advancements you have been experiencing over the past several months, Mars retrograde may be manifesting as feelings of blocked energy. This will have the effect of causing you to turn within and/or to step back to review your life and the choices you have made. Trust this flow and do so faithfully and patiently.
Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
A fairly powerful internal struggle is indicated by Mars retrograde in Aquarius for you. This may have something to do with one or both parents directly or how you were socialized by them. That line between doing what is accepted and what feels authentically may be an issue. As usual, identification is the first step towards resolution.
Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
An overhaul of how you communicate, perhaps especially in and or about your closest personal relationships is indicated. You want to be heard, clearly. If you feel ignored or rejected, you may retaliate. In the short term, you are happy to play and venture, but this need may not go away until it is addressed, as in it could linger all summer.
Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
There are things you want to have and do and it may feel like more than ever. Yet, it may be that things are not flowing very quickly at all. This would produce a double whammy. Your patience levels will, therefore, need to be topped up, regularly over the next couple of months or so. Direct your focus to the bigger picture and the longer term.
Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)
Mars retrograde in your sign suggests that the main challenge now is to move forward with confidence. Circumstances may not entirely be supporting you to do this. One step and day at a time moving into the unknown is extra important. This can be achieved by making each step slow and sure, as though walking in the dark. Like yourself and others will like you too.
Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)
Digging deep to forgive yourself and others for what did and did not occur is linked to Mars retrograde this summer. On the flip side, this can be described as having faith and accepting what is. Regret and resentment are poisons that you must not ingest. There are two mantras to consider. The first is: Thank you, I forgive you, I release you. The second is: Now and next…
Lead image: Mars. NASA image
– Michael O’Connor is a professional astrologer with an international clientele. He has 30 years of study in Astrology, Numerology and related metaphysical and spiritual modalities, over 20 years of full-time practice, is an entertaining and inspirational speaker, and writes a popular New Moon Newsletter and Horoscope Column. To learn more about Booking an Appointment, attending one of Michael’s Workshops or Webinars or one of his inspiring Visual Presentations, please visit his website or contact Michael directly. www.sunstarastrology.com or (250) 352-6871 or [email protected]
