The Week Ahead 🪼 6.23.25 through 6.29.25
new moon + lots of potent energy this week (use it wisely) ⋆˚꩜｡
Monday, June 23 4:29AM ET: Sun (2° Cancer) square Neptune (2° Aries)
Tuesday, June 24 3:16AM ET: Mercury (26° Cancer) square Chiron (26° Aries)
Tuesday, June 24 11:17AM ET: Sun conjunct Jupiter (3° Cancer)
Wednesday, June 25 6:32AM ET: New Moon in Cancer (4°)
Thursday, June 26 5:45AM ET: Mercury (29° Cancer) sextile Uranus (29° Taurus)
Thursday, June 26 10:11AM ET: Sun (5° Cancer) sextile Mars (5° Virgo)
Thursday, June 26 3:09PM ET: Mercury enters Leo
Friday, June 27 11:53PM ET: Mercury (1° Leo) trine Saturn (1° Aries)
Saturday, June 28 7:58AM ET: Mercury (2° Leo) trine Neptune (2° Aries)
Sunday, June 29 3:57AM ET: Mercury (3° Leo) opposite Pluto (3° Aquarius)
Hello darling friends—welcome to Cancer season. I’m just returning from 4-days and 3-nights in a magical woodland oasis; our Lunar Lodge Summer Solstice experience. We dove into astrology, sound baths, tarot interpretations, fairy conjuring, intention setting, bonfire releases, psychic exercises, endless food, bottomless wine, and—of course—formed a sacred circle for our beloved Coven Meeting, where 26 extraordinary souls showed up and expressed pure, unabashed courage.
It was powerful, inspiring, life-changing. There’s nothing like the Lunar Lodge.
I’ll have a lot more to share in the coming days, but here are a few pics to hold you over!
Monday, June 23: Sun square Neptune (2° Cancer–Aries)
The week begins on a hazy, disorienting note as the Sun in Cancer squares Neptune in Aries. This tension between identity and illusion can create confusion about what’s real, what’s imagined, and what’s projection. Cancer wants to feel safe and emotionally anchored, but Neptune in Aries dissolves clarity and forces you to navigate uncertainty without a map. This isn’t an ideal time to make big decisions, but it’s excellent for checking in with your intuition—especially if you’ve been ignoring it. If you feel like you’re losing steam or second-guessing yourself, pause. Rest. Not everything needs to be figured out right now. Trust that the fog will lift.
Tuesday, June 24: Mercury square Chiron (26° Cancer–Aries)
When Mercury squares Chiron, communication hits a nerve. In Cancer, Mercury is emotionally intelligent but highly sensitive, while Chiron in Aries brings wounds around agency, assertion, and vulnerability. This combination may stir up old memories, especially those connected to family, care, or unmet needs. You might feel misunderstood or struggle to say what you mean. But remember: discomfort can be a portal to healing. If a conversation feels too raw or revealing, sit with it. Feel first, respond later. This aspect encourages you to name the pain and begin the process of integration.
Tuesday, June 24: Sun conjunct Jupiter (3° Cancer)
But then… we are so back, baby! This is one of the most joyful and abundant transits of the year. The Sun—your life force—meets Jupiter, the planet of growth, wisdom, and optimism, in Cancer (its exaltation!), the sign of nurture and protection. This is a Sun-Jupiter cazimi that invites us to consider what we’re truly ready to expand. Where do you need more care, connection, or security? This aspect amplifies your ability to receive—and give—love, support, and nourishment. It’s a beautiful time for setting intentions around home, family, and emotional safety. Acts of generosity are especially potent now; a little kindness goes a long way. Bask in this vibrant glow (after all, Jupiter hasn’t been in its favorite sign in 12 years!), and don’t be afraid to hope for more.
Let your favorite Cancer know you’re thinking of them on their special day with a gorgeous, completely customizable birthday card! I partnered with Moonpig to create an entire year-long collection of bespoke cards for every single zodiac sign—and if anyone appreciates a little sentimental snail mail, it’s Cancer.
Inspired by my favorite 60s/70s psychedelic illustrations, this stunning card is perfect for family, friends, colleagues… even yourself! It’s available via e-card or snail mail and—guess what—Moonpig will even mail it for you!
But that’s not all! Every card has a QR code on the back, which links to Cancer’s personalized birthday forecast from yours truly! J’adoreeee!
Click the link right here to send your cards, and use my code ALIZAKELLY for 50% off!
Wednesday, June 25: New Moon in Cancer (4°)
Then, the Moon—the ruler of Cancer—joins the Sun in this gentle water sign. The New Moon in Cancer opens a portal to plant seeds around emotional renewal, healing, and belonging. Because Cancer is ruled by the Moon, this lunation is especially fertile—psychically and creatively. Where do you crave deeper roots? What do you want to protect and preserve? This is a powerful time to tend to your inner world. With Jupiter and the Sun so close by, there’s an extra dose of hope and vision attached to this new beginning. Don’t just feel it—name it, write it down, and speak it into existence. This is a truly magical lunation.
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As always, I’m hosting a Coven Meeting in the Constellation Club on Thursday, June 26 at 8PM ET. We’ll gather in community, discuss the magic of the New Moon, share personal stories, and perform a powerful intention setting ritual that you can do at home. Everyone is welcome—hope to see you there! (Can’t make the live? Replays available!) Register here!
Thursday, June 26 (early): Mercury sextile Uranus (29° Cancer–Taurus)
Before Mercury leaves Cancer, it forms a lightning bolt connection with Uranus at the very end of Taurus. This is a spark of genius, a flash of insight, a message you didn’t expect but absolutely needed. Conversations could take surprising turns, especially around emotional topics or practical matters like money and security. Mercury at 29° is urgent—it wants to get the message across before the story changes. Stay open to new solutions, and if your gut says yes, go for it. This is a great day to pitch, publish, or propose an idea that might’ve seemed “too weird” last week.
Thursday, June 26 (later): Sun sextile Mars (5° Cancer–Virgo)
This is a highly productive and motivating transit. The Sun in Cancer—already bolstered by Jupiter—now gets a boost from Mars in Virgo. We love to see it! This energy supports efficient action, grounded courage, and steady progress. It’s the kind of day where you can nurture a dream and get real results. If you’ve been stalling on a project or waiting for the right time to make a move, this is it. Just remember to take care of your body and emotions as you go. Mars in Virgo is great for precision and stamina—but it can get prickly. Be careful of unnecessary critcality holding you back; perfectionism is a prison!
Thursday, June 26 (afternoon): Mercury enters Leo
After a deeply reflective transit through Cancer, Mercury enters bold, theatrical Leo. Communication becomes louder, prouder, and more self-assured. This is an expressive placement—think storytelling, big ideas, creative declarations, and unapologetic opinions. f you’ve been shy about sharing your voice, this shift encourages you to speak up. Over the next few weeks, find the courage to say what you really think—and don’t be afraid to throw in a little razzle dazzle while you’re at it. Keep in mind: Mercury retrograde starts on July 18, so we only have a few more weeks until this very necessary (and often incredibly annoying) demands that we shift gears. So wile’ out while you still can!
Friday, June 27: Mercury trine Saturn (1° Leo–Aries)
Shortly after Mercury enters this new sign, it forms a supportive trine to Saturn in Aries, grounding all that expressive fire with discipline and long-term vision. This is a great day for serious conversations, goal-setting, and articulating commitments. It’s the “make it real” moment. Saturn gives Mercury a backbone here: you’re not just talking, you’re following through. Words will carry weight, so use them wisely.
Saturday, June 28: Mercury trine Neptune (2° Leo–Aries)
By the weekend, we’re invited to create, imagine, and find spiritual inspiration eveywhere. Mercury trine Neptune brings poetic thinking and idealistic dreaming. In Leo and Aries, there’s confidence and heart behind the words. This is a great time for creative writing, performance, ritual, or simply letting yourself be inspired by beauty and possibility. You might have a deep realization that can’t be put into words—and that’s okay. Let your inner artist or mystic take the lead; something from your soul needs to be expressed.
Sunday, June 29: Mercury opposite Pluto (3° Leo–Aquarius)
Finally, the week ends on a ~dramatic~ note. Mercury in Leo opposes Pluto in Aquarius, bringing intensity to words, thoughts, and exchanges. This is a classic truth-revealer. Secrets surface, power dynamics intensify, and something you say (or hear) may feel like a punch to the gut. Pluto demands honesty—and often, it’s the uncomfortable kind. Don’t shy away from important conversations, but do stay aware of the long-term implications of your words. What we say now—especially out of fear, anger, or jealousy—may end up haunting us for many years to come. Spooky ooky!
The Lunar Lodge Summer Solstice experience looks like it was so much fun!!