You're Dreaming of Love and Beauty Today, Thanks to Venus and Neptune

It’s almost the weekend, and thank Goddess—because today’s chances of productivity aren’t that high. Venus and Neptune have our heads stuck in the clouds, dreaming of a life of romance and beauty. Let yourself float along (if you can) and rest up for some more intense emotional energy coming our way this weekend, when the moon moves into Cancer.

The Moon is Conjunct Venus at 2:38 AM

When the moon in Gemini forms a conjunction with Venus, also in Gemini, it can usher in a sense of peace and harmony, deep empathy, a desire for beauty, and heightened sexual energy. It brings our emotions to the surface, and makes us more sensitive to everything around us—the good and the bad. Luckily, we’re more likely to attract the good under this influence.

All of this Gemini energy has us in the mood for socializing, and it would be a great time for entertaining, or just nurturing and loving on your nearest and dearest.

You’ll also be seeking ways to bring more beauty into your life and home, which might lead to a bit of retail therapy. Just be careful not to let your emotions outweigh your common sense when you’re up at the cash register.

This abundance of love and beauty might need to bolster us for this weekend, when the moon moves into emotional Cancer. Cancer might call us to withdraw from the chaos of the world, but it’s to move deep into introspection. We may be forced to confront some difficult and uncomfortable truths in order to grow into who we want, and need, to be.

The Moon is Square Neptune at 5:12 PM

Later this evening, the moon squares off with Neptune in dreamy Pisces. This might have us feeling a bit raw and sensitive, even questioning reality. You’re incredibly susceptible to outside influences right now, and it can be hard to tell what opinions are yours and what you’ve picked up from others. The same thing goes for emotions, and there’s a chance you’re suffering from some empathy burnout.

Because of this bout of haziness, it’s best not to make any big decisions right now. Despite this, your psychic urges could be heightened. There might even be an pull to deal your tarot deck or grab another divination tool. Just keep in mind that messages won’t be super clear right now, so write everything down to interpret later.

It’s time to retreat or escape. Just make sure you do it in a healthy way. Write a story, sing or play music, bake a cake, watch a favorite movie, or go to bed early. If you’re feeling too emotional to handle things on your own right now, reach out a trusted friend to talk things out.

All aspects mentioned here are calculated in Eastern Standard Time. For greater accuracy, convert to your own time zone.