Last month we dealt with the effects of compounding retrogrades, most of which were outer planets—Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune—with the final retrograde being another infamous Mercury retrograde. The end of both Mercury in Sagittarius and Saturn in Pisces at the end of last month marked a shift from contemplation to action, and both our personal lives and the world will face the unpredictable results of these two mutable signs. The full moon in fellow mutable sign Gemini will occur on the 4th, catalyzing some (hopefully fun) chaos within the already charged energy of Sagittarius season. These three mutable signs—Gemini, Sagittarius, and Pisces—will continue to dance together all month, including when Neptune turns direct in Pisces on the 10th. Neptune is associated with our spiritual and creative lives and is the modern ruler of Pisces. Like the ever-changing movements of the water in and out of the Mississippi River Delta, this transit turning direct might open new, unfamiliar tributaries for us to navigate. We can expect that both this transit and Mercury’s movement into Sagittarius the following day will lead to sudden, unexpected shifts in our intuitive approach to communication. Mars, planet of action and triumph, will leave fiery and impulsive Sagittarius for calculated Capricorn on the 15th, which will be a godsend for those of us trying to navigate money, family, holidays, and travel within a collapsing fascist state. This transit might not make things easier, but it will offer strength to those of us who are traversing these mutable transits faithfully. The solstice on the 21st marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, as well as the sun’s movement from Sagittarius into Capricorn. Celebrate the return of the light, as the days get longer each day following. We can use this day for rest and rejuvenation, to connect with nature, and set our intentions for both Capricorn season and the year to come.
ARIES
Hopefully last month’s transits taught you valuable lessons about your true convictions. The arrival of Sagittarius season will have a fiery impact on how you express them. The sun will transit your 9th house, which can be associated with our guiding philosophies. Perhaps this month you will expand your belief systems through study or travel! When your ruling planet Mars enters your fellow cardinal sign Capricorn on the 15th you will likely feel a surge of desire to take practical action toward your dreams.
TAURUS
This month could bring difficulty. The sun will transit your 8th house of death, fear, commitment, and intimacy, and these trigger points might cause some distress. Aspects of this transit touch on some universal struggles, and you will benefit from your inherent stability. Sagittarius’ rulership over your 8th house is an invitation to respond to these hardships by leaning into your passions and intellectual pursuits, and perhaps a healthy level of detachment.
GEMINI
Sagittarius season could be a surprisingly good time for you this month, as your sister sign enjoys just as much as you do. The multitude of mutable influences will have you feeling right at home, or perhaps in more of a flow than usual. The sun’s transit through your 7th house of partnership and balance could bring in new romance or friendships. Perhaps on the full moon in your sign on the 4th you can embrace life’s infinite variety by going somewhere unfamiliar and seeing what futures may come.
CANCER
Though it may seem counterintuitive, your cozy, perhaps homebody nature might cause you more anxiety than you are willing to admit. Sagittarius’ rulership over your 6th house indicates that travel, adventure, and physical activity are positive avenues for you to heal your mind and body, and pursuing those activities during this sun transit through this house could bring big rewards. Be careful and soft always, but don’t be afraid to come out of your shell!
LEO
This season you could feel very embodied and dedicated to your purpose. The sun will transit your 5th house—a house that vibes with your sign. This house concerns itself with creativity and joy, and Sagittarius’ influence here might give your wilder impulses free reign. The new moon in Sagittarius on the 19th might provide a rewarding bookend to a very busy and creative season.
VIRGO
As a Virgo, you might be familiar with the stereotype that Virgos are disconnected from their emotions, preferring critical thinking to intuition. This month, Sagittarius’ fiery influence over your 4th house of home and safety might shake this up with desire for freedom of movement, and you might find yourself embracing a different type of safety that is rooted in autonomy if that is what your mutable nature seeks.
LIBRA
Libras are often socially inclined, and because Sagittarius might adopt a more blunt, devil-may-care attitude that lacks your social poise, this sign has a lot to teach you about giving fewer fucks. The sun will transit your 3rd house of play, communication, and intellect this month, and you might find yourself being more impulsive in your flirtations and explorations.Try to embrace it without going overboard.
SCORPIO
After what was hopefully an exciting start to your new cycle around the sun, Sagittarius season is here to highlight your material standards. As a fixed sign you likely have some established habits to create stability, and this month will present opportunities to change or strengthen them. Mercury will leave your sign on the 11th, so perhaps spend the preceding days locking in the communication lessons that began last month.
SAGITTARIUS
Happy You season, Sagittarius! Come what may, Sagittarius is never one to stay down if they get knocked off their feet. If the last year has been a bit of a doozy, this month represents an opportunity to stand up and start fresh. This could look like embracing new opportunities, starting new projects, or simply releasing old ways of being. The full moon in Gemini on the 4th will bring some playfulness, and the new moon in your sign on the 19th will highlight all the lessons you’ve learned and how to start anew.
CAPRICORN
Your cycle around the sun is coming to a close, and this season you might find yourself facing shadows that you’ve been casting aside in service of your goals. Now is a good time to slow down, examine your virtues, flaws, and karma, and move toward healthier emotional self-care. Mars’ movement into your sign on the 15th will supercharge some of these lessons if you don’t spend the first half of the month figuring out how to self-regulate.
AQUARIUS
This month is going to make you feel completely in your element. The 11th house shares common themes with your sign around humanitarianism, friendship, and community, and the alignments of the season (including the sun’s transit through this house) will offer ease in navigating how you contribute to the world. Don’t forget to ask for help, and perhaps spend the full moon in fellow air sign Gemini to let loose and fill your own cup.
PISCES
Unlike last month’s 9th house transit, the movement of the sun into your 10th for this season represents an invitation to lock in, show up, and be accountable. There are many things Pisces is known and loved for, but consistency is not necessarily your strong suit. Saturn and Neptune returning to direct motion in your sign late last month and on the 10th, respectively, represent an opportunity to cultivate discipline and innovation, move with integrity, and watch your flowers bloom.
illustrations by Anneliese DePano
