June 2018 New Moon in Gemini

2018 Gemini New Moon Overview:

“Like the beginning of a new day, the sun will set and rise on the wisdom of the stars.”

This new moon is dark and cold and invigorating and truthful. This new moon possesses the wisdom and the sincerity and the love of the stars. This new moon invites us to explore and imagine our best selves in our best lives in the highest truth possible.

The darkness of this time creeps in to invite you to question, to explore, to investigate what it is you seek and what it is you know.

The moon shines and asks: how are you unfolding into your highest purpose? How are you collecting your information and seeking new paths of study and craft? How are you opening through the heart and expanding through the mind? Who is your learning tribe and how can you inspire one another?

The Gemini 2018 New Moon occurs on June 13, 2018, at 3:44 PM. This new moon enlightens our need for research, study, and depth. During this moon cycle, our minds are focused on more -- more wisdom, more love, more money, more purpose, just more.

It is important to note that the new moon period is not a period to complete but a position to start. The new moon phase brings us the opportunity to dream the dream and plant the seeds.

Things to do under this new moon cycle:

Play, play, play! Don’t take things too serious under this cycle. Make time to enjoy the small things and gather with your family.

Write songs, create music, paint pictures, update your website, or mastermind a digital marketing campaign. When the Moon is in Gemini any project surrounding editing, publishing, marketing, or writing get the green light.

Find creative ways to express how you are feeling. Go to an open mic, let loose at the local karaoke bar, recite a romantic poem for your lover, just let it out!

The moon in Gemini is an optimal time for research and study. Use this energy to collect data, collect research, network, investigate, and take notes.

Change your position or role if you are feeling stuck or outdated. The Moon in Gemini gives us the courage and the creative insights to imagine a better life for ourselves. This is the best energy to quit your job and start something new.

Some Planetary Aspects You Should Know:

June 12, Mercury Enters Cancer at 3:59 PM

Mercury is in Cancer from June 12 to June 29 in 2018. Mercury is the planet of communication and coordination. Cancer is the fourth sign of the Zodiac, ruled by the moon, and represents our emotional self. When Mercury is in Cancer our communications are deepened and colored with the five senses and our emotional bodies. This transit alters the way we perceive and absorb information, it encourages us to connect with things on a more local and personal level. During this transit be mindful of theatrical and exaggerated responses.

June 13, Gemini New Moon at 3:44 PM

On Wednesday, June 13, 2018, at 3:44 PM the new moon in Gemini ignites our hunger for knowledge and personal experience. When the moon is Gemini we are more introspective and inquisitive with our lessons and inner responses. Use this energy to reflect on effective communication and non-violent reactions.  Scatteredness is increased at this time. Avoid doing too much at once. 

June 13, Venus Enters Leo at 5:53 PM

On Wednesday, June 13, 2018, at 5:53 PM Venus, the planet of love, enters Leo, the 5th sign of courage. Venus will stay in this placement until July 9, 2018. When Venus is in Leo our relationships become something of a romance novel. They are filled with passion, affection, gifts, jealousy, and childish games. During this transit be mindful of any unnecessary extravagance or manipulation for the sake of getting attention. Take advantage of this beautiful romance period and take a spontaneous vacation with your love. Use this energy to build more exciting relationships with new groups of people. Avoid feelings of clinginess and jealousy, this will ruin the joy of this moment.

June 16, Uranus forms a Semi - Square With Neptune at 5:42 AM

On June 16, 2018, at 5:42 AM the third semi-square with Uranus and Neptune will occur at 1 degrees Taurus. This semi-square will question our satisfaction with reality in comparison to our dreams. During this time it is best to avoid any impractical and foolish ventures. Use this energy to evaluate where you are in your process without harsh criticism and unrealistic expectations. See things for what they are and make peace with the present, there is hope here.

June 18, Neptune Turns Retrograde in Pisces at 7:27 PM

On June 18 at 7:27 PM Neptune turns station at 16 degrees Pisces. Neptune will be in its retrograde period until November 24, 2018, although it will remain in its retrograde zone (shadow) until March 15, 2019. Neptune is the planet of mystery and illusion. It highlights our dream life and mystical qualities. Therefore it is most comfortable in its native sign of Pisces. During this transit, we can expect our spiritual connection, telepathic communication, vivid dreams, and love for art to deepen. While Neptune is retrograde in Pisces we can expect to encounter experiences of self-realization and enlightenment. Use this energy to expand your spiritual wisdom and connect to your higher power on a more intimate level.

June 21, Sun Enters Cancer at 6:06 AM

On June 21 at 6:06 AM the Sun enters the 4th zodiac sign of Cancer where it will stay until July 22, 2018. In astrology, the Sun represents our outer selves, our personality, while Cancer represents the fourth sign of the Zodiac, the crab, which represents a strong external shell and sensitive inner man. When the Sun is in Cancer we are more inclined to go into “hiding.” The Sun in Cancer sparks our need to connect with our families, our anger, and our hidden pains. This transit is not sorrowful or filled with disparity, however, it is a time of emotional inconsistency and short temper. Use the energy of the Cancer Sun to refuel your engines after a busy Gemini season. This period is optimal for family vacations, spiritual retreats, finishing old projects, and re-establishing your foundation of self-love and understanding.

June 26, Mars Turns Retrograde in Aquarius at 4:41 PM

On June 26 at 4:41 PM Mars turns retrograde station in 9 degrees Aquarius. In astrology Mars is the planet of physical energy. Mars governs our sexuality, will, and aggression. When Mars is in retrograde we are called to re-assess our current projects, relationships, and desires. The Mars Retrograde period poses a question of where we are going, who we are going with, and why we are going in the first place. The Mars retrograde period calls our hidden aggression, impulses, desires, and motivation to the surface. What grinds your gears? What makes you tick? What makes you active and aroused? With this Retrograde period occurring in Aquarius until it leaves its final shadow period on October 8 at 2:29 PM, relationships, and group activities are highlighted. This Aquarius retrograde transit calls affairs, false commitments, and sexuality into question. Be mindful during this period that things are not moving forward as you wish, however, this does not mean that backtracking is the answer. Try to avoid walking back into old situations that no longer serve you or trigger malice behavior. Use this energy to align with your deepest desires by facing all that you wish to run from.

June 28, Capricorn Full Moon at 12:53 AM

On June 28 at 12:53 AM the year’s only 2018 Capricorn Full Moon occurs. Capricorn is the tenth sign of the Zodiac and it represents the 10th house of career, profession, and maturity. The full moon occurs at a tense astrological period. It illuminates our limitations, blockages, and unavoidable delays. However, our progress is not in vain. Over the course of the next 6 months we will diligently toil away at the projects started and advanced under this moon cycle. Use this focused energy to tune into the resources necessary to manifest the reality that you seek.

June 29, Mercury Enters Leo at 1:16 AM

On June 29 at 1:16 AM Mercury enters Leo until September 5, 2018. Mercury is the planet of communication and coordination and Leo is the 5th sign of pleasure and creativity. When Mercury enters Leo our conversations and thinking is more grand and theatrical, we are thinking outside of the box. During this transit be mindful that our thinking is not execution focused. Use this confidently charming energy to pitch your biggest ideas and thoughts. Nothing is off limits during this time. Review all documents and contracts.