Our attempts to maintain a lighthearted attitude are overwhelmed by powerful waves of feelings when the Moon swims into sensitive Cancer at 3:43 am EDT. The Cancer Moon opens us up to other people’s emotional flows, but the waters run deeper today because loving Venus forms a dynamic square with passionate Pluto. We may try to resist the dramatic changes unfolding around us, but it’s wiser to relinquish control to the prevailing tides.

 

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You may destabilize a significant relationship today by expressing something that you would normally keep to yourself. Even if it’s challenging to talk about difficult issues, your inclination is to jump in because you are all fired up with passion. Be careful because you might be motivated now by fear instead of by love. Focus only on what must be said and save the rest for another day when your emotions have settled down.

 

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Your ruling planet Venus is under intense emotional pressure from Pluto now, heightening your perceptions and activating your desires. You don’t feel so easygoing today and may be willing to fight with someone, if necessary, on your quest for satisfaction. Think again before you take a big risk. Consider temporarily pulling back until you can regain your perspective, especially if your sense of urgency is great.

 

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

You are interested in discovering what drives others to seek power at work or in love. You may be ready to delve into the intense world of hidden feelings, a place that you often avoid. Now, however, you are willing to overcome your resistance, even if you’re not comfortable with the thought of what you might encounter. You are on the right track and will surely feel relief once you know the truth.

 

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

Powerful emotional currents pull you into unfamiliar waters today and you aren’t necessarily a willing participant. Your attempts to maintain a positive attitude help, yet you still might scare yourself into the shadows of your subconscious. Don’t fight the process; healthy change can be your reward. Once you have completed your inner work, resurface and make good use of your new awareness.

 

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

Your emotions aren’t easy to manage today and you may be stuck in one particular way of looking at intimacy. Your love life might feel more like a field of battle than the palace of pleasure it’s supposed to be. As hard as it is to see now, the real conflict is within and not with anyone else. Thankfully, everything can change for the better if you are willing to shift your perspective in a positive direction.

 

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Relationship issues are complicated now, especially if there are money problems getting in the way. Keep in mind that resolution becomes easier once you acknowledge the truth you previously tried to deny. Stress works in your favor today, especially if it motivates you to initiate overdue changes. Don’t get sidetracked by trying to be right; everyone loses if you play the blame game. Fortunately, you can increase your chances to heal the current rift if you are willing to forgive without expecting anything in return.

 

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

Your desire for stability in a relationship may give way to the need for change. Unfortunately, verbal communication might not work in your favor because your emotions can be quite passionate now, making others question the validity of your perspective. Detach yourself from any desired outcome by stating your case and then letting it go. No matter what happens next, flexibility is more important than holding on to the status quo.

 

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

You are ready to gamble on your heart today, especially if you’ve run out of patience and feel like you have no alternatives. Romantic Venus is tensing up against your key planet, Pluto, provoking the expression of overly intense emotions. You are living in the realm of extremes now, with little gray in between the black and the white. Your desires could be distorting your perspective, so put off the most important decisions for a few days.

 

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

Your unexpressed fears may have more of a hold on your relationships now than you realize. Nevertheless, you are driven to tackle complex issues, even when common sense tells you there are no quick answers. There is great potential contained in your current challenge, but you can’t just take the easy way out. If you can be less of an optimist for a while, you will have a better chance of seeing things in their true light.

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

It may not be appropriate to use your strong managerial abilities to take care of business in the current emotional situation. Your attempts at controlling the flow could get in the way of the raw feelings that need to be expressed. This is not the time to be demanding or stoic; instead acknowledge your negativity, guilt or shame since showing your vulnerability is the key to a positive transformation.

 

Aquarius Horoscope

(Jan 20 – Feb 18)

Power struggles may arise if your dreams of the future differ from those closest to you. It’s hard to find common ground today and the emotional discomfort that stems from social pressure tempts you to retreat from intense interactions. Unfortunately, this avoidance technique won’t likely lead to success. Fortunately, the resistance dissipates if you move directly into the uncertainty without trying to force your solution on anyone else.

 

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You might feel as if you’re losing something important today, but nothing is actually being taken from you. It’s just that relationship dynamics are shifting and you don’t want to end up with less than you have. However, you may be overreacting due to old fears or insecurities. Don’t waste your energy struggling against changes you can’t control. Keep your heart open by expressing your appreciation for others without expecting anything in return.