A Libra Moon in the next couple of days will draw our focus to relationships – one relationship in particular, someone we’re trying to please or figure out.
Also, in the next 7 days, the planet Mars and Jupiter will align in Gemini – there’ll be a situation or task where we’ll be tempted to ‘wing it’.
Mercury retrograde returns to Leo, bringing communication opportunities and highlighting the Sun’s bright energy in this area of our lives.
ARIES. Supporting a loved one and getting to know their friends and associates will help you to understand their world; you’ll also feel closer to them and more included in their life. You may be disinclined to plan a getaway, getting out and about to new places, or extra commuting and just take it as it comes. With Mercury retrograding into Leo, you may re-open a conversation with one of your children or a younger relative, to help them with their plans, a commitment or issue, or to build a stronger connection; you may need to make a special effort to bridge the generation gap.
TAURUS. Labours of love to help out a relative, friend or colleague will genuinely come from the heart; you may also achieve pleasing results with a task you’re emotionally invested in. A spontaneous purchase or financial decision could take funds out abruptly. The planet Mercury retrograding into Leo may launch an important discussion with family members: this will be your opportunity to hear different points of view, with a domestic or family undertaking, and work out the best way forward.
GEMINI. A shared experience, or fun but meaningful interlude, will draw you closer to another; it will deepen the growing connection between you and add a subtle new dimension to your relationship. With the planets Mars and Jupiter conjunct in your Zodiac Sign, you will be a driving force: you’ll stand up for an idea, goal or issue you believe and be inclined to make some snap decisions. Mercury retrograding into Leo here indicates an important meeting or discussion will enable you to clarify the details of an exciting project that’s unfolding.
CANCER. You could spend freely on a family occasion or family members, and do your best to make them happy. In a situation where you’ve felt your hands have been tied, you’ll take action to break free or make progress; alternatively, with a long-term undertaking or commitment, you’ll push on to the next stage. With Mercury retrograding into Leo here, you’ll revisit a financial discussion where you need greater clarity or more options; this will be an opportunity to make a new decision or reset an arrangement.
LEO. A message or gesture from another will reach out to you; it will open the way to nurture this relationship. A fun encounter or invitation will offer the chance to develop a new friendship or association; alternatively, a fun activity may have a few exciting challenges. The planet Mercury retrograding into your Zodiac Sign will bring a 2nd opportunity for a discussion you’re keen to initiate; this will be your chance to raise issues, ask questions or organise arrangements you’re eager to sort out.
VIRGO. Working out a financial arrangement with another, or tidying some unfinished business, will feel good and be beneficial for this relationship. A big or urgent task will suddenly push up the pressure gauge; it will be a challenge that tests your resourcefulness. Mercury retrograding into Leo joining the Sun here will bring the opportunity for an overdue conversation; you’ll need to handle this gently but it will be your chance to set the record straight.
LIBRA. The Moon in your Zodiac Sign will place a stronger focus on your needs or your side of a relationship: this will be your chance to reset a boundary or to help another understand you. A short trip or catching up with a distant relative, friend or associate will bring situations you can only play by ear. The planet Mercury retrograding into Leo and joining the Sun will open the way to develop a valuable contact or friendship; a friendship from the past may revive too.
SCORPIO. You’ll pour energy into a achieving relationship goal – connecting with someone you go back with a long way, keeping a commitment to a loved one, or keeping your cool with a demanding situation. A financial issue or undertaking will test your ability to think on your feet; researching different options will serve you. The planet Mercury retrograding into Leo here will reopen an important discussion with a colleague; you’ll renegotiate an arrangement or work on a strategy with an ambitious career or financial enterprise.
SAGITTARIUS. A new friendship or helpful new association will grow, as you build on a mutual interest. Spontaneous spending on a loved one or exciting family project could blow the budget; take care you don’t go too far overboard! The planet Mercury retrograding into Leo will bring a surge or discussions with a distant relative, friend or associate or you’ll resurrect travel plans that were put on the backburner.
CAPRICORN. You’ll put energy into a work or business relationship - cultivating this and developing plans you’re working on together. A physical task may ask more of you than expected; take care you don’t overstretch your resources. Mercury retrograding into Leo here will reopen a financial discussion it’s important to have – to sort out a tax, super or insurance issue or a complex financial matter.
AQUARIUS. A flash of clarity will explain a situation or arrangement with another you’re keen to understand better. Fun plans with loved ones, or a favourite interest or pursuit, will suddenly expand! Mercury retrograde, joining the Sun in Leo, will open the way for a heart-to-heart with someone dear; it will be an opportunity to address a hovering issue between you and refresh your relationship.
PISCES. Deeper reflections will give insights into a changing relationship or show you a personal or emotional situation more clearly; unspoken questions will be answered. Financially, there may be a sudden fortuitous turn of events. A surge of family or domestic activities will make home a hectic place to be. Mercury retrograde, joining the Sun in Leo, will bring an informative discussion on the job that guides you with your plans or a challenging task; a health discussion may be helpful and informative as well.