THE next new moon is coming in the early hours of July 10 (roughly 2am in the UK).
Following June’s passion-inducing Strawberry Moon, this new moon in the sign of Cancer is going to encourage us all to slow down, so read on to find out what to expect for each star sign.
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With the new moon occurring in Cancer, we can expect everything we do to become a little bit infused with this sign’s energies.
Cancer tends to be associated with comfort, safety and the home, so many of us will probably be taking a closer look at our domestic lives this new moon.
We will also feel inspired to listen carefully to our feelings. During this new moon in Cancer, if something doesn’t feel right, know that you don’t have to force it.
So how will these energies affect each star sign?
List of 12 star signs
The traditional dates used by Mystic Meg for each sign are below.
- Capricorn: December 22 – January 20
- Aquarius: January 21 – February 18
- Pisces: February 19 – March 20
- Aries: March 21 – April 20
- Taurus: April 21 – May 21
- Gemini: May 22 – June 21
- Cancer: June 22 – July 22
- Leo: July 23 – August 23
- Virgo: August 24 – September 22
- Libra: September 23 – October 23
- Scorpio: October 24 – November 22
- Sagittarius: November 23 – December 21
Aries
It’s possible you have been dealing with a lack of inspiration lately, but you can expect the new moon to bring a pretty significant shift and a reassessment of your priorities.
It’s a good idea to think small — remember that success doesn’t always have to be large-scale. Even a slight change in approach can make a big difference.
Taurus
There could be some changes brewing in your relationships, Taurus, so this new moon it’s a good idea to pay attention to what’s going on with your loved ones.
It may be that there is someone close to you who needs your support. Take the initiative here and your efforts will be rewarded.
Gemini
This new moon is going to bring an increased sense of satisfaction and self-awareness for you, Gemini. You’re going to see that you’ve come a lot farther than you think.
Make sure you take the time to appreciate your successes — gratitude will set the stage for more blessings to come your way.
Cancer
Since the new moon is occurring in your sign, Cancer, be prepared for certain emotions to take you by surprise.
Feelings will be running more deeply than usual, but this doesn’t have to be an overwhelming experience. Step back and take the time you need — this new moon brings an important opportunity for you to plan your next steps.
Leo
This new moon is all about checking imbalances in your life, Leo. It’s possible you have been overcommitting, so take the opportunity to dial it back.
It’s also a good time to work on letting go of past disappointments and hurts — you don’t want these to be holding you back anymore.
Virgo
This new moon in Cancer may bring some unexpected changes to your typical habits and routines, Virgo.
It’s a time to work on going with the flow, so try not to overanalyse every little detail — be open to seeing where these energies take you.
Libra
Around the time of the new moon, Libra, you will feel the urge to draw closer to loved ones. Don’t be afraid to open your heart and speak honestly about how you feel.
You may also feel an increase in ambition and drive, so use this energy for working toward an important goal.
Scorpio
Take a close look at your inner monologue, Scorpio, because chances are you’ve been beating yourself up over something that is past.
You can use the soothing energies of this new moon in Cancer to rest and revitalise yourself — it’s a good time to prioritise self-care, whatever that looks like for you.
Sagittarius
This new moon in cancer will force you to slow down, which could rankle a bit because you very much like to be always on the move.
Don’t worry because you will be able to find the patience you need, and this will be a great opportunity to dismantle structures or habits that have been holding you back.
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Capricorn
The energies this new moon will provide a much-needed opportunity to tend to relationships in your life, Capricorn.
You may find that it’s time to let go of certain connections, while some surprising new ones will be entering your life. These changes could be just the fresh start you’ve needed.
Aquarius
You will probably find that things are slowing down a bit for you, Aquarius, but this is nothing to be concerned about.
This new moon in Cancer is an invitation to get back to basics — take a close look at how your life is structured, and make a few small changes that are going to help you immensely on the path to success.
Pisces
This new moon in Cancer could bring some tough realisations to the surface, Pisces, but it’s best if you don’t ignore them.
However, that doesn’t mean that things need to be all serious — sometimes a lighthearted and playful approach to challenges is best.