Cancer
Monthly Horoscope from April 20th to May 21st
1st decan June 22 - July 1
2nd decan July 01 - 12
3rd decan July 13 - 22
by Sandra Zagatti
Automated translation from Astrologiainlinea
Some tension
The Sun transits in sextile in the eleventh field in Taurus , where it meets the New Moon on May 16th. Venus is also in Taurus until April 24th. Mercury remains dissonant in Aries until May 3rd, then moves into Taurus where it remains until the 17th; Mars however, continues its square in Aries until May 18th. As for the slow-moving planets, Neptune and Saturn in Aries are still square the first decan, and on May 8th Saturn begins to affect the second. Jupiter in your sign is transiting the second decan but, again on May 8th, will move into the third (remember, the conjunct will end on June 30th). In short, the sky still presents some tension, despite offering several resources. The busiest days will be April 28th, 29th, and 30th, and May 6th, 7th, 13th, and 14th. Things will be better on April 23, 26, and 27, May 2, 11, 12, 16, 19, and 20.
The best of Mars
As we've seen, squares from Aries are a bit tricky, requiring careful consideration. I'm not just referring to Mercury , which will make amends by becoming friendly again from May 3rd to 17th, but to Mars , which remains dissonant for most of the astrological month (until the 18th) and is also quite powerful in its own domicile. It's true that such a strong Mars tends to express itself at its best, not just at its peak: therefore, as willpower rather than stubbornness, as determination rather than aggression, as courage rather than impulsiveness. It's also true that its drive for personal affirmation can be sufficient to motivate behavior and decisions, while any potential competitive overload will depend on individual situations or other simultaneous transits, not on Mars itself. Furthermore, its presence in the tenth field has a positive and proactive value, at least in terms of legitimate ambition. So you shouldn't worry about it, but rather, feel responsible for its manifestations. A certain amount of nervousness is to be expected, at least occasionally, but it's up to you to interpret—as best you can—the energy of a planet so important to every path to fulfillment, made up of needs but above all desires and intentions. Remember that the difference between a merely challenging or a fruitful Mars lies in the analogous difference between reaction (passive) and action (conscious, voluntary, focused)...
What unites you
In short, Mars in the tenth field stimulates your ambition and your desire to assert yourself, which is obviously fine... as long as you keep your impulsiveness in check. For emotional individuals like you, the risk of being influenced by mood shouldn't be underestimated, especially if the resulting decisions or actions involve work and finances. In this sense, the first part of the astrological month should be handled with caution, but also with patience, while from May 3rd to 17th, Mercury will help you regain a clearer and more objective view of reality. With the additional contribution of Jupiter , you'll also be more farsighted, motivated by bold and creative planning, but without neglecting the necessary practicality. Meanwhile, some stress is possible, and it can't be ruled out that it will impact your personal life. Romantic relationships alternate between serene moments and occasional friction. Passion is fueled by Mars and can occasionally spark jealousy, bickering, and recriminations. These issues shouldn't be serious or particularly incisive or long-lasting: it's no coincidence that Mars will once again be your friend on May 18th, and Venus will enter your sign on the 19th! So the outlook is certainly encouraging, confirming the need for an effort at adaptation, tolerance, and openness. It's important to focus not so much on what separates or differentiates you from your partner, but on what truly unites you as individuals and as a couple: values, intentions, and plans.
First decade
Mercury 's sextile is swift, from May 3rd to 8th, but precious. This is also because, starting May 8th, Saturn ends its square , so it will be very helpful to dedicate a few days to integrating the experience, processing the lessons learned, perhaps taking an honest look at what you've experienced, thought, and felt over the past few months. This will then make it easier to regain your sense of purpose.
Second decade
Mars is in square from April 22nd to May 5th, while from May 8th to 12th you can count on Mercury 's sextile . It therefore seems advisable to avoid bold attitudes or impulsive decisions in the first few weeks, especially considering that Saturn is also in dissonance. You may not achieve important goals right away, but what matters is that the progress—even if slow—is in the right direction...
Third decade
From May 8th, Jupiter moves to your Sun , in a generous and stimulating conjunct that will accompany you until June 30th. Meanwhile, it is true that Mars will be dissonant from May 5th to 18th, but Mercury will partially compensate with its sextile , from the 12th to the 17th. The New Moon itself on the 16th encourages medium-term planning, rather than impulsive or risky, hasty actions.
