With Cancer season in progress, we might find ourselves channelling the energies of this sensitive and compassionate sign. Tatler’s astrologer Casey Chan explains what it means for each star sign

Following last week’s solstice that marked the beginning of Cancer season, Mercury will also make its way into the sensitive and compassionate sign on June 27. During this time, even the logical side of us begins to slow down and melt into deep quality of nurturing and care. We could find ourselves drawn to giving and receiving more love, especially in the way we communicate. Closer to the weekend, this energy amplifies when Sun and Mercury meet. As the two personal planets make a trine to Saturn in Pisces, the planets are interacting beautifully in the same element of water. Here, we are invited to trust the process of life with our whole being. It is the nature of our minds to want to know and understand, however we are reminded that if we plan life down to every detail, there is no space for miracles to happen. Instead, try tuning into the subtle energies and follow the breadcrumbs of what feels most nourishing. This is also a good time to assess where in our lives are we doing too much, where there may be an imbalance of giving and receiving.

Neptune, our planet of dreams and spirituality, goes retrograde on July 1. During this time, the veils of illusions are lifted, and we could find ourselves confronted by hard truths and reality checks. As Neptune is also the planet of illusions and deceits, hidden secrets may be revealed now. If things feel foggy, spend more time connecting with your own intuition.

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The week by rising sign

Aries
If you’ve been giving too much, now is the time to take a step back and rest deeply. To nourish others, you must first fill up your own cup.

Taurus
Lean into the art of communication. You’re more sensitive to your community’s needs now, make use of your words and your mind to nurture and care for others.

Gemini
Comfort and security are of great importance to you now. Cultivate a practice that helps you feel good in your own skin, check any defensiveness around your value and self-worth.

Cancer
This is your season, Cancers! Words are fluid, life feels easy. The mind may want to question the ease of it all; when that happens, return to presence, and enjoy the moment.

Leo
You may be feeling extra-emotional, sensitive and in tune with emotions now. Cultivate a practice that helps you manage your energy, spend more time in solitude.

Virgo
Organise get-togethers with your community. Friendships are plants that require watering, and this is a time to deepen your relationships and connections.

Libra
It’s okay if your professional life isn’t meeting your emotional needs, try not to take things too personally. If you feel defensive, take a breath before responding.

Scorpio
This is a time where you find comfort in knowledge. Make yourself a cup of tea, switch off your phone and lose yourself in books and research.

Sagittarius
You’re feeling deeply. Your mind may not be able to understand the subtleties of your experience, tune into the wisdom of your body instead.

Capricorn
There’s a deep desire to love and nourish the personal connections you have in life. Make sure there’s a healthy balance between giving and receiving.

Aquarius
How are you spending each day? Are your habits and lifestyle serving you? Take a day off to nourish yourself if you’re feeling tender.

Pisces
A desire in your heart to nurture your romantic partner or the children in your life, just don’t forget that giving freedom is also a love language.


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