Taurus 20 April – 20 May

Hold onto your hats, Taurus, because June kicks off with a Full Moon that’s shining a rather intense spotlight on your financial sector, amplified by the Sun in Gemini’s witty but sometimes evasive energy. With Mars, your action planet, still in early Taurus as the month opens, you're feeling a deep, almost instinctual pull to shore up your sense of security. But here’s the kicker: Pluto retrograde in Aquarius is squaring Mars, suggesting that some deep-seated, perhaps even unconscious, patterns around control and resources are bubbling to the surface. It's time to face those old money habits or power dynamics in relationships that are holding you back.

The first week sees your ruling planet, Venus, in Cancer, snuggled up with Jupiter, creating a cosy, nurturing vibe around home and family. However, Venus is also squaring Saturn in Aries, which could mean a clash between your desire for comfort and some real-world responsibilities or a need to stand your ground. Don't be surprised if a conversation about boundaries or who pays for what comes up. Mercury, having just moved into Cancer, will be digging into these domestic details, so get ready to talk.

As we move towards mid-month, around the New Moon on June 15th, things take a more dramatic turn. Venus shifts into Leo, bringing a desire for more flair and recognition in your personal life, especially with your nearest and dearest. You might find yourself wanting to spruce up your home or spend a bit more on luxuries. But here’s the tea: Venus is also opposing Pluto retrograde, which means there’s a deeper power dynamic at play, particularly in your closest bonds. Someone might be trying to exert control, or you might be wrestling with your own need for dominance versus genuine intimacy. This New Moon period is perfect for setting intentions around transforming these relationship patterns, rather than just papering over the cracks.

The third week brings a pivotal shift as the Sun moves into Cancer, putting even more focus on your emotional wellbeing and home life. Around this time, Mars, your planet of drive, makes a crucial move from Taurus into Gemini. This is where your resistance to change gets tested, Bull. While you love the familiar, Mars in Gemini is urging you to diversify, to explore new ideas, and to communicate more freely about your plans and desires. This could manifest as a financial opportunity that requires a different approach, or a call to adapt your routine for better physical wellbeing.

Then, just as the month draws to a close with another Full Moon on June 30th, Mercury stations retrograde in Cancer. Oh, Taurus, get ready for some internal re-evaluation. Communications around home and family might get a little muddled, or old conversations might resurface, demanding a second look. This isn't about moving forward; it's about reviewing and refining. Mars in Gemini, now conjunct Uranus, means there’s an electric, unexpected energy around how you’re communicating and taking action. This could be the breakthrough moment where you finally release an outdated financial pattern or make a sudden, liberating decision about your living situation. Letting go of control, especially around what you perceive as your secure foundations, becomes incredibly productive now.

This month is a deep dive into what truly makes you feel secure, Taurus. It's about realising that true security isn't always about holding on tightly; sometimes, it's about having the courage to release what no longer serves your growth. By month’s end, with Mars making a beautiful sextile to Jupiter, you'll feel a sense of optimistic expansion and a clear path forward, especially in areas where you’ve been brave enough to adapt. You’re building a new foundation, one that’s more authentically *you*.