Cancer Season 2023 Ushers In 4 Weeks Of Softness & Sentimentality—But Not Without Some Road Blocks

Cancer is the sign that represents the archetypal mother in astrology, meaning it's nurturing, sensitive, and wants to cozy up in its shell. That said, it's also the only zodiac sign that's ruled by the moon, which changes phases and signs more quickly than any other planet in astrology.

As such, Cancer is also known to be one of the moodier signs, and we may all feel that influence over the next four weeks. As the AstroTwins recently wrote for mindbodygreen, "Tender emotions could surface, which you might prefer to process in solitude—then, turn into cathartic works of art. Creativity reaches peak levels during Cancer season and this deep-feeling water sign helps you pull inspiration from intimate experiences."

Neptune has been in Pisces for quite some time (over 10 years in fact), and goes retrograde once a year for roughly five months. This year, it's going retrograde on June 30 until December 6, highlighting themes around dreams, illusion, and spirituality.

And considering it's in the sign of Pisces, which Neptune already rules, confusion could be strong—whether you're feeling illusory about your job, your relationship, or your living situation, for example.

School might be out for summer, but for the few days around the Capricorn full moon on July 3, you might as well consider it back in session. Capricorn is all about hard work, diligence, and achieving success against all odds, meanwhile, full moons are all about release.

The North Node spends roughly 18 months in each sign, so it hasn't been in Aries since 2014. As it gets settled into this fiery and passionate sign, all of us will likely feel a surge of independence and bravery.

For all of Cancer season, Venus is reveling in an extended trip through dramatic and loyal Leo—which isn't a bad place for it to be, as far as summer romances go. However, the day after Cancer season ends, July 22, Venus goes retrograde until September 3. Venus retrogrades are known to stir up relationship challenges, but they also offer us a chance to reflect on what we most value when it comes to pleasure and intimacy.