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Your New Moon Solar Eclipse in Cancer Horoscope & Mantra, According To Your Zodiac Sign
Can you feel the shift? A brand new journey awaits and the universe is already responding to the collective energies, so make sure to open your heart to the infinite blessings headed your way. This is especially true during this time as we are in the gateway between eclipses, and it’s up to you to walk towards the divine vibration of the highest light. In addition to electric vibration stemming from the summer solstice on June 20 — the longest day of the year in the Northern hemisphere with the sun vibrating at its highest frequency — there will be a new moon solar eclipse in the sentimental sign of Cancer on Sunday, June 21.
Solar and lunar eclipses come in pairs and this is the second eclipse of the month, as the first took place on June 5 in the sign of Jupiter-ruled Sagittarius. The second-to-last eclipse activating the Cancer-Capricorn axis, the new moon solar eclipse in Cancer will be especially potent, and for a number of reasons. As you will remember, new moons bring new beginnings and this fertility is naturally emphasized during a solar eclipse; however, given the eclipse’s close proximity to the summer solstice, there will be something extraordinary about this particular astrological phenomenon. Moreover, there will be five planets retrograding during this solar eclipse — Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, and Pluto — which means it will more than likely have us reviewing, revisiting, and reflecting on Cancerian-like themes, perhaps until the full moon lunar eclipse in Capricorn on July 5.
In addition to the retrograde planets mentioned above, Neptune will also station retrograde on June 23, which means six planets will play a role in this eclipse story. And though retrograde cycles are an excellent time for reflection, they also tend to bring revealing truths to the light. Sitting at exactly zero degrees of Cancer — which also happens to be a critical degree — this eclipse is referred to as an annular eclipse, as it occurs when the sun and moon align with the Earth; however, the moon is smaller than the sun, which makes the sun appear as a bright ring of fire. This, of course, emphasizes the essence of Cancer, as the moon's dark shadow serves as a representation of the collective rebirth that's about to take place.
I wasn’t kidding when I said this eclipse is especially potent, but there’s more. Cancer season has everything to do with prioritizing your emotional security, and its cardinal waters are here to wash away your fears and burdens, in order for you to create a divine sanctuary within yourself. Having said that, this new moon solar eclipse will also serve as a reminder to practice empathy; it will also shed light on the areas where you need to cultivate compassion, for yourself and the people around you. *Hint: Check which astrological house belongs to zero degrees of Cancer in your birth chart. This is where your new moon solar eclipse story will unfold.*
Read your new moon solar eclipse horoscope and mantra below:
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ARIES
It’s nesting season, Aries! Though in addition to the Sun activating your domestic fourth house of home, family, and emotional foundation, there’ll also be a new moon solar eclipse in this area of your chart. The summer solstice is all about tapping into your unique light and in your moon-ruled house of past lineage, there’s plenty of light being made available to you right now, compliments of your angels, ancestors, and guides. Mercury will also be retrograding through this area of your chart, which is actually pretty ideal for organizing your living space. Meanwhile, your red-hot planetary ruler Mars will ignite your serenity-loving 12th house of solitude amidst forming a sweet sextile to Jupiter via your tenth house of career, public persona, and authority figures. How can working behind the scenes work in your favor? The essence of Cancer has everything you do with prioritizing your emotional well being, so don’t hesitate to do so. New Moon Mantra: There is a divine sanctuary at the very center of my being.
TAURUS
Heart-to-heart conversations are always comforting, Taurus. The summer solstice marks the beginning of a brand-new season and with the sun igniting your resourceful third house of words, skills, thoughts, and immediate networks, themes revolving around communication will be top of mind for you this season. The new moon solar eclipse will also shake up this area of your chart, bringing powerful new beginnings with regards to your mindset and general resourcefulness. So whether you’re entertaining the thought of learning something new, or perhaps getting some repressed feels off your chest, this eclipse will pave the way for a new chapter. Mercury will also be retrograding through this area of your chart, which could inspire you to revisit emotionally driven conversations you initially swept under the rug. Mars, on the other hand, will ignite your socially conscious 11th house of friendships amidst forming a sweet sextile to lucky Jupiter via your expansive ninth house of knowledge. If you’ve ever heard of the phrase, “It’s not what you know but who you know,” then it’ll certainly ring a bell. Either way, this is an opportunity for you to learn something new, so don’t let it pass you by. New Moon Mantra: When I open my mind and heart, the possibilities are endless.
GEMINI
There’s so much to be grateful for, Gemini. In addition to highlighting your pleasure-seeking second house of financial stability, the summer solstice also happens to fall right around the new moon solar eclipse this year, which will also ignite this area of your chart. Not only is this an opportunity for you to kick off a brand-new season, but also the beginning of a totally different journey. BTW, your curious planetary ruler Mercury will also be retrograding through this area of your chart, which is excellent for reviewing, reworking, and reflecting on everything from your spending habits to your financial budgeting. Like I said, there are so many reasons for you to be excited, especially now that the North Node is leading us towards the future in your sign. Go-getter Mars will also ignite your ambitious tenth house of career, authority figures, and public persona amidst forming a sweet sextile with lucky Jupiter via your erotic eighth house of sex, joint ventures, and transformation. Sharing is caring, but loyalty is everything. New Moon Mantra: The comfort and confidence I seek are a reflection of my perseverance.
CANCER
Bright blessings, sweet Cancer! The summer solstice has arrived which means it’s officially your birthday season and for some of you, the beginning of a brand new journey around the sun. When the sun ignites your sign, you immediately feel energized and revitalized, but there’s more. There will be a new moon solar eclipse in your sign and what’s even more magical about this eclipse is, it will activate your sign at exactly zero degrees, which makes it that much more potent. You of all people know that home is where the heart is, but there’s something extraordinary and revolutionary about this lunation as well. Aggressive Mars will shake up your expansive ninth house of knowledge, faith, and philosophy, amidst forming a sweet sextile with lucky Jupiter via your seventh house of one-on-one partnerships. So whether you’re considering the thought of linking up with a potential biz partner, or perhaps sealing the deal with a significant other, this eclipse is here to work in your favor. New Moon Mantra: There’s something wonderful waiting for me on the other side of the horizon.
LEO
The summertime is here, Leo. In addition to a blessed solstice and new beginning, Cancer season is activating your secretive 12th house of closure, dreams, karma, and all things behind the scenes, which is an excellent time for cultivating your relationship with spirit. The new moon solar eclipse will also ignite this area of your birth chart, and this will not only “eclipse” you into a whole new paradigm, but also inspire you to surrender to what the future holds. The essence of Moon-ruled Cancer is emotionally driven, so if repressed feels also happen to resurface during this time, it’s up to you to confront them once and for all. This is especially true with Mercury retrograding through this area of your chart. Warrior-like Mars will also be igniting your intimate eighth house of sex, joint ventures, and transformation while forming a sweet sextile with Jupiter via your orderly sixth house of routine, and work environment. This will feel like a massive purge but with the help of this harmonious sextile, you’ll have the necessary tools and energy to upgrade your lifestyle. Don’t be afraid to lean on your loved ones during this time, Leo. New Moon Mantra: When I confront my inner demons and vulnerabilities, I become a better version of myself.
VIRGO
Happy Summer Solstice, Virgo! Cancer season is now in session and the sun is igniting your socially conscious 11th house of teams, tribes, social spheres, and sense of belonging in the world. In addition to feeling inspired to reunite with your besties, there will be a new moon solar eclipse in this area of your birth chart, blessing you with new beginnings along with a charming sense of camaraderie. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts, and your inner humanitarian is ready to make its debut in the world. In the meantime, red-hot Mars will be traveling through your committed seventh house of partnerships while forming a sweet sextile to lucky Jupiter via your expressive fifth house of love, acknowledgment, and passion projects. This relationship-driven energy is sizzling but if you’re already paired up, this is also an excellent opportunity to indulge in your creative muse. Although, if you really wanna make Cancer proud this season, you could always go down the baby-making route. New Moon Mantra: When I nurture my individuality, I awaken my inner child.
LIBRA
Something’s brewing in your professional life, Libra. In addition to being the longest day of the year in the Northern hemisphere, the summer solstice marks the beginning of Cancer season, which also happens to activate your ambitious 10th house of career, public persona, and reputation in the world. Nurturing your professional life is just as important as nurturing your inner world, and the new moon solar eclipse in Cancer is blessing you with a fresh new beginning in this area of your life. With Mercury retrograding through this area of your chart, however, you’re also being given the opportunity to review, reflect, and reassess your career moves, as well as any professional projects you’ve been working on as of late. Given that this area of your chart also revolves around authority figures, you might even revisit a heart-to-heart conversation with a parental figure during this time, too, Meanwhile, Mars will ignite your orderly sixth house of health, routine, and work environment amidst forming a sextile with Jupiter via your domestic fourth house of home, family, and emotional foundations. Entertaining the thought of working from home? How can you create healthy work vs. life balance? New Moon Mantra: When I honor my emotional security, I am most productive.
SCORPIO
The sun is shining just for you, Scorpio. Summer has finally arrived and the solstice energies are energizing and revitalizing you. The sun is Cancer is igniting your expansive ninth house of education, travel, wisdom, and philosophies, shedding light on your growth and evolution process. The new moon solar eclipse will also activate this spontaneous area of your chart and this will not only inspire you to take a leap of faith but also encourage you to consider the infinite possibilities. What is your ideal place to live? How can you expand your visions and publishing projects? Meanwhile, your traditional ruler Mars will ignite your expressive fifth house of play, passion, and acknowledgment amidst forming a sextile to Jupiter via your chatty third house of communication, thought process, and resourcefulness. Your words will be incredibly powerful, and your creative muse will be as prominent as ever. What’s next, Scorpio? How can you integrate both of these parts of you? Remember, the sky's the limit. New Moon Mantra: Tapping into my self-expression will take me farther than I ever imagined.
SAGITTARIUS
Adventures can still be fun when you’re playing it safe, Sagittarius. Summer is here and Cancer season is in full effect. And with the sun igniting your erotic eighth house of sex, joint ventures, and transformation, there will be a spotlight hovering over your intimate unions and subconscious experiences. The energy you’ve been investing in your committed partnerships will also be highlighted, especially if you haven’t been getting the same in return. The new moon solar eclipse will also touch down on this area of your birth chart, and this will bring forth the opportunity to nurture a close bond with someone special. In the meantime, warrior-like Mars will shake up your domestic fourth house of home, family, and emotional foundation amidst forming a sextile to Jupiter via your stability-seeking second house of money, pleasure, and values. Having said that, this lunation wants to remind you of your self-worth but more importantly, it wants you to be properly compensated, whether it be financially or spiritually. The choice is yours. New Moon Mantra: When I nurture my energy and spirit, I’m also owning up to my self-worth.
CAPRICORN
It’s time to step outside your comfort zone, Capricorn. The summer is now in session, which can be a bit strange for a child of the winter solstice, but life is cyclical. With the sun in Cancer igniting your committed seventh house of one-on-one partnerships, the sun will be shedding light on your agreements, relationships, and compromise. The new moon solar eclipse will also activate this area of your birth chart and this will not only catapult you into a brand new paradigm but also bestow you with a blessed new beginning with regard to your partnerships. What kind of relationship are you looking for? Whether it be personally or professionally, Mars — via your third house of communication and immediate circles — will be linking up with Jupiter in your sign, and this will inspire you to reflect on ways you can improve your one-on-one commitments. Perhaps “nurturing” isn’t necessarily your style but again, this is precisely what Cancer season is all about. In the end, nourishing these areas of your life, especially those that need improvement, will bring you closer to the success you seek. New Moon Mantra: When I cultivate empathy and compassion, I am stepping into my power.
AQUARIUS
Take care of business, Aquarius. The summertime is always fun and though you may not necessarily “thrive” during a water sign season, there’s still something for you to learn during this time. In addition to the fertility stemming from the summer solstice, the sun in Cancer will also ignite your orderly sixth house of health, routine, and work environment. This will shed light on your daily rituals, wellness routine, and levels of mindfulness in general. The new moon solar eclipse will also touch down on this area of your chart, which will more than likely inspire a major lifestyle upgrade. Is there something in your day-to-day life that needs tweaking? When was the last time you did your due diligence? And by that, I mean everything from routine doctor appointments to your daily duties. Go-getter Mars will ignite your pleasure-seeking second house of finances, pleasure, and comfort amidst forming a sextile with Jupiter via your 12th house of closure, karma, dreams, and all things behind the scenes. This combination of celestial energies could work in your favor, as they will inspire you to take a step back, and perhaps take a much-needed break. Take care of you first, Aquarius. New Moon Mantra: Nourishing my health and wellbeing will bring me closer to the abundance I deserve.
PISCES
It’s a celebration, Pisces. The sun is beaming through your moon-ruled sister sign and you’re ready to bask in the warm solstice blessings. Though you’ve always been a fan of Cancer season, there’s something extra special about this particular season. Glimmering through your expressive fifth house of praise, fame, and happiness, the sun in Cancer will bring you closer to your joy, and your inner child. Everything from your infinite creativity to your delicious passion projects will be highlighted during this time, which means this is your official cue to go out and play. The new moon solar eclipse will also activate this area of your chart and the best part about this is, all you’re going to need is your heart. What evokes your inner artist? What makes you the happiest person in the world? You of all people know that all you need is love, but the cosmos have a little something extra planned for you this eclipse season. With go-getter Mars igniting your sign amidst forming a sextile with Jupiter via your 11th house of teams, tribes, and sense of belonging in the world, you’re finally ready to go out there and show the world what you’re made of. You're a star, Pisces. What are you waiting for? Everything from your self-confidence to your personal happiness is about to experience a major upgrade and the truth is, you deserve it more than anyone. New Moon Mantra: Nurturing my heart center is a form of self-love, and I love myself.
Valerie is an astrologer, writer and third-generation witch. Her favorite things to write about are mysticism and sex; the Moon is her muse. For more of her work and cosmic portfolio, check out valeriemesa.com or follow her on Instagram @valeriemesa.
