The General Movement from April to June

After a first quarter in which you may have worked mainly on your foundations, the second quarter feels to Leo like a period of becoming visible. That need not be loud. It may mean reopening an old sketch, organising a small group or picking up a conversation with someone you lost touch with long ago. The energy is warm and generous, but it asks for clear boundaries so that you do not simply become the organiser of other people's expectations.

A concrete exercise for these months is to note three things each week in which you felt heard. Pay attention to the context: was it a conversation, a piece of work or a moment with friends? This gives you a practical picture of the situations in which your creative strength flows most easily.

Love, Closeness and Honest Desires

For those in a relationship, this quarter may be an invitation to say more often what you want. Leo gives gladly and likes to surprise the other, but can sometimes lose herself in planning for two. Try an evening on which you choose what happens, and ask your partner to do the same. That keeps the relationship lively and prevents one of you from quietly taking on the role of organiser.

For those who are single, the month of June may be mainly about curiosity. An invitation to a walk, a neighbourhood party or a small cultural evening can lead to a conversation that goes deeper than expected. You do not need to want anything grand straight away. Pay particular attention to how someone listens to you, because that says a great deal about mutual warmth.

Work, Collaboration and Creative Expression

At work this quarter may invite you to take an initiative. Perhaps you propose a new way of working, or a small pilot that shows your team what is possible. Prepare with a one-page proposal: the aim, the first step and the question you put to colleagues. In this way it stays clear and workable, and your idea has a chance to be genuinely assessed.

For students and those looking for work, this quarter may be a good time to complete and share a personal project. A short presentation, a blog post or a work sample in which you explain your approach can open doors. Remember that collaboration often leads to better results than solo shining.

Wellbeing, Movement and Rhythm

This section is intended as a general reflection on wellbeing, not as medical advice. In spring and early summer Leo often longs to be outdoors more. A bicycle ride, a swimming session or an evening walk with friends can bring pleasure and restore your rhythm. Choose movements that you genuinely enjoy, so that it does not become an obligation you abandon after three weeks.

Pay attention to your moments of rest as well. If you are planning many social activities, it may help to take one hour without screens after each busy day. Tell a friend when you wish to be quiet. Social support makes it easier to sustain what feels good for you.

Lunar Phases of the Second Quarter

The new Moon of 7 April in Aries is a favourable moment for a fresh beginning, especially after Mars went direct in Leo on 1 April. Choose one intention that has to do with courage and visibility and write it down. The quarter Moon of 14 April in Cancer brings the theme of feeling and safety to the fore. On 21 April there is a full Moon in Scorpio, which may open the conversation about deep values and trust.

The last quarter Moon of 28 April in Aquarius asks for adjustment. In May follow the new Moon of 6 May in Taurus, the quarter Moon of 13 May in Leo and the full Moon of 20 May in Scorpio. In June we see the new Moon of 4 June in Gemini, the quarter Moon of 11 June in Virgo, the full Moon of 19 June in Sagittarius and the last quarter Moon of 27 June in Aries. Each phase is a moment to consider whether your actions still fit what you want.

April: Courage Takes on a Warm Form

April begins with a clear shift. On 1 April Mars turns direct in Leo, and on 9 April Mercury moves from Pisces to Aries. On 13 April Jupiter turns direct in Leo, which in this interpretation strengthens a sense of growth and shared imagination. On 20 April both Venus and the Sun move into Taurus, and that makes the atmosphere more earthy and sensual. For Leo this means that your plans are not only ideas, but also something you wish to experience with your senses.

A practical form for this might be a small culinary or artistic evening with people who inspire you. Cook for a few friends, lay the table with care and ask them about their stories. You do not need a spotlight in order to feel that you shine. You shine by being present.

May: Collaboration and Honest Conversations

In May attention shifts to what you share with others. On 9 May Mercury moves from Taurus to Gemini, a movement that makes thinking and speaking lighter. On 14 May Mars moves from Leo to Virgo, and Venus moves from Aries to Taurus. On 21 May the Sun moves to Gemini, and on 28 May Mercury moves to Cancer. These are all shifts that, on a personal level, may mean that you want more room for conversations between equals.

Try to hold a conversation about expectations with a colleague or partner. Ask a question such as: what would you like to see done differently in our collaboration? Listen fully before you respond. Often a plan that works for everyone then emerges, without you having to carry everything.

June: Roots and Outlook

June brings the summer solstice on 21 June at 16:10 Amsterdam time, and on that day the Sun moves from Gemini to Cancer. On 26 June Mercury turns retrograde again, this time in Gemini. On 27 June the quarter Moon in Aries comes to an end. In this period Leo may notice a wish to look back on what she has built so far, and at the same time a curiosity about what is still to come.

A small exercise is to make an overview list of projects, relationships and habits. Mark what gives you energy and what makes you tired. This list is not a verdict but a compass for the summer, and you can extend it later.

The Season from Spring to Summer

The second quarter moves from late spring into the beginning of summer. The solstice of 21 June marks the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere, and that is an image that suits Leo well. There is more light, more life out of doors and more time for meetings on a terrace or in the park. This change of season can help you bring your plans out into the open.

Try to use the long evenings for a small tradition, such as a weekly picnic or an evening walk with a friend. The season invites you to be visible without having to keep performing.

Closing Reflections on the Second Quarter

The second quarter of 2027 shows Leo how courage and warmth can go together. The new Moon in Aries, the full Moon in Scorpio and the summer solstice offer different points of entry for using your energy consciously. You do not always need to stand at the front, but you may choose where you want your light to shine.

Take from this quarter the understanding that honest desires and careful collaboration give you a stronger foundation. In July, ask yourself which habits you wish to keep and which you wish to let go, and begin with one small, achievable step.

Moon phase · April – June

Europe/Amsterdam

Moon phaseEditionZodiac signs
New moonAries
First quarterCancer
Full moonScorpio
Last quarterAquarius
New moonTaurus
First quarterLeo
Full moonScorpio
Last quarterPisces
New moonGemini
First quarterVirgo
Full moonSagittarius
Last quarterAries

Astrological interpretation for inspiration and self-reflection. Not a medical diagnosis or personal health advice.

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