angstoic.com Astrologer, Ang Stoic
“In all affairs it’s a healthy thing now and then to hang a question mark on the things you have long taken for granted.” ― Bertrand Russell
Greetings Fellow Travellers,
Another New Moon approaches, and in Gemini, it permeates our entire existence with an especially restless energy. All kinds of flitting and fluttering possibilities emerge as this mutable-air lunation deluges us in a torrent of thoughts and ideas, stimulating a quickening of the intellect and rapid shifts in perspective. Though our Moon is hardly a rare celestial phenomenon—Jupiter, for instance, has over a hundred satellites circling around it—here on Earth, we hold our solitary lunar goddess in unique reverence and affection, just as she holds powerful sway over our inner lives, governing our emotional tides and our unseen yet crucial day-to-day rhythms. Without her steady presence, all life on this planet would feel unmoored, lacking the subtle ebb and flow that helps connect us to our instincts.
The universe beyond our Sun and Moon is a cold, unfeeling abyss; it offers neither comfort nor security. Our Sun is what keeps us active and alive, radiating energy to illuminate and thaw the icy void of space, while the Moon gently guides us towards a sense of cyclical renewal, whether in body, mind, or soul. When a New Moon arrives, these profound forces converge, reminding us that it’s time to realign our deeper selves with conscious intent and step forward as best we can. At this time of year, the multiplicity and diversity of life flourish in the ever-changing realm of Gemini’s mutable air. The impetus becomes to gather information, communicate with laser clarity, and juggle multiple viewpoints without losing our centre. It’s both a challenge and an invocation: to harness that frenetic mental current and transform it into something meaningful before it sweeps us away.
More broadly, we recognise that these are extraordinary times in our evolving perception of reality. With Saturn joining Neptune at the World Axis (0° Aries), an immense gravitational pull descends upon global affairs, heightening our collective sense of urgency for renewal. Neptune’s proximity blurs the boundaries between tangible and intangible, dissolving lines of certainty while urging us to reach into the limitless quantum field and create entirely new frameworks—or else watch our old edifices collapse under the weight of their own illusions. Meanwhile, the first of three conjunctions between Chiron and Eris since the early 1970s also occurs in Aries, bringing new insights into how to deal with longstanding wounds and societal discord. The call for direct, unfiltered engagement with whatever we have sidelined or suppressed is amplified, pushing us not just to seek healing and reparation but also to challenge the status quo attitude. As the fairy-tale illusions of the old world unravel, the so-called ‘American Dream’ and ‘Hollywood Romance’ grow pale, leaving us poised on a precarious threshold. We are traversing a tense yet transformative passage where the stakes—both personal and collective—feel higher than ever, at least in our lifetime. Against the backdrop of Gemini’s restless mental current, we must engage our sharpened wits and agile spirits, for only by assimilating these profound shifts can we chart a meaningful course forward.
The Gemini Effect
The New Moon itself occurs in early Gemini, unifying the conscious (Sun) and unconscious (Moon) facets of our being into a restless, quick-witted oneness. Gemini’s hallmark is variety. Here, all energies want to talk, trade stories, gather data, and pursue novelty wherever it appears. In a world that’s felt weighed down by conflict, disappointment, and stifled resentment, this breeze of curiosity can be a genuine breath of fresh air. Suddenly, we may feel free to share our truths, reveal our grievances, or gather the elusive puzzle pieces that were missing under heavier skies. Yet Gemini’s perils lie in its distractibility: it can be so enamoured with superficial novelty that deeper focus and richness fall by the wayside. If you’ve felt your attention shredded by unending notifications and contradictory headlines, you know that’s Gemini at its most scattered. A better approach is to avoid flipping between everything at once: choose a few key objectives and allow the rest to hover in the background for now. If you remain alert, you’ll catch what you truly need.
Mercury, Gemini’s ruler, takes centre stage in this lunation. Having just emerged from an intense rendezvous with Uranus in Taurus, Mercury now races into Gemini with renewed vigour. The 24 May Mercury–Uranus conjunction felt like striking a match in damp tinder: sparks of genius abounded, yet daily inertia and stubborn mindsets threatened to smother them. Those bright bursts didn’t vanish, though; they simply got stuck—perhaps finding a practical form in the earthy realm. Now, Mercury in Gemini hits its stride, unleashing a flood of ideas, witty exchanges, and a near-feverish drive to communicate. Caution: Speed alone won’t guarantee comprehension. What we gain in quantity might be lost in reflection. Amplified by the New Moon, Mercury intensifies our hunger for stimulation, multiple open tabs, half-read books, and spirited chats with all kinds of people. It’s invigorating, but trying to track everything at once can blow a fuse—good luck connecting it all to a single project or purpose. That sort of coherence demands mindful intention.
Meanwhile, Jupiter appears as a somewhat jaded figure in the final degrees of Gemini. For the past year, this so-called “great benefic” has tempted us with evangelistic claims of how grand life could be, if only we’d spin the “right” narrative or latch onto the perfect intellectual angle, perhaps gleaned from podcasts and savvy media outlets. At its best, Jupiter in Gemini broadened our perspectives, introduced new lines of thought, and expanded our social networks. But it also skirted with overextension, with big promises that sometimes lacked real backbone, even meaning. Perhaps, fancying your own as a voice of interest, you even launched your own podcast or Substack, only to realise how hard it is to make your voice stand out in an already cluttered field of cacophonic sophistries and contradictory “expert” voices. Twice last year(Aug & Dec 2024), Jupiter squared Saturn in Pisces, highlighting the gulf between eloquent words or grandiose schemes and the discipline required to turn them into soulful, tangible creations. Now, on the brink of leaving Gemini, Jupiter imminently faces a final rendezvous with the looming Saturn–Neptune spectre in early Aries, this time from Cancer—a sure sign of impending reality checks and regulations, where any illusions or inflated rhetoric of the past year risk disintegrating entirely if not anchored in substance. It’s as though the cosmos is saying, “All right, you’ve talked your head off; now prove there’s genuine merit behind what you say.” For many, and this includes the biggest media outlets and their ‘“star reporters”, that’s indeed humbling; for others, a chance to refine grand ideas into workable solutions, or at least regulate the flow of toxic effluence into our streams by questioning everything.
In the Cold Distance
Meanwhile, Uranus is preparing for a preliminary ingress into Gemini on 7 July. In recent years, we’ve seen Uranus shake up Taurus, disrupting the stable ground with economic uncertainty, socioecological upheaval, and a frantic scramble to adapt both in body and in the space in which our bodies are housed, and the relationships that support them. In Gemini, Uranus becomes a radical stimulant to our mental realm. Expect rapid and phenomenal shifts in communication technology, leaps in how we exchange data, and perhaps a societal overdrive on information dissemination and how this affects our interpersonal contact. This can unleash tremendous leaps in creative innovations, but also mind-body dissociation if we don’t keep the mental realm in check. Think of it as a foretaste: Uranus won’t settle fully into Gemini for a while, yet this brief visit could foreshadow where we’re headed as a species. With Pluto in another air sign, Aquarius, brace yourself: the next phase could be turbo-charged with new, unconventional methods of learning and relating.
As if that weren’t enough cosmic bustle, Saturn and Neptune inch closer to their rare conjunction in Aries. By mid-July, they’ll be hovering a fraction of a degree from each other, both stationing retrograde. This is a momentous convergence: with Saturn in Aries unapologetically demanding structure, boundaries, and accountability. Neptune dissolves, spiritualises, merges, and permeates boundaries. Together in Aries, they could force us to build new frameworks and barriers from scratch—ones that are more transparent but integral to each being—nothing less than an overhaul of how we approach identity, leadership, and initiative, both on a personal and global level. Or they could spawn impossible illusions that collapse under the weight of Saturn’s aggressive scrutiny. Those who’ve been coasting on pure fantasy might find themselves in freefall. Yet if you combine Saturn’s pioneering tenacity and Neptune’s profound vision, there’s an opportunity for genuine, groundbreaking, soulful creation. You’ll need to keep your eyes open, though. Aries has zero patience for half-baked illusions—this is a cardinal sign that demands action, not vague musings.
We spoke extensively on Saturn entering Aries, the Nepune conjunction and Squares to Jupiter in our most recent Cosmic Bus session <—— catch it here.
A Brief Respite—Venus & Mars
While all this big paradigm shift is stirring about, we find Venus and Mars providing a warm, if fleeting, point of relief. Both have endured their periodic retrograde cycles recently, each wrestling with old issues around sustaining personal values and satisfying raw desire. Now, moving forward and covering fresh territory, they form a trine—Venus in Aries, Mars in Leo—bringing a brief wave of fiery harmony. It’s not the kind of aspect that will solve all your existential troubles, but it can restore some zest and confidence to your most prodigious relationships and creative projects. Take it as a reminder that honest, direct self-expression can feel good, even if the bigger cosmic plot is complicated. There’s a chance to connect with others who share your passion or at least appreciate your flair. Still, with so many competing demands on our time and emotional resources, it’s wise not to stretch yourself too thin. Focus on what truly inspires you, protect that spark, and don’t waste energy on conflicts that yield no growth.
That said, Venus isn’t entirely off the hook. She forms a semisquare to this New Moon—an aspect that can introduce friction or mild tension into our attempts to get along with others. Small irritations about how we’re being seen or what we’re receiving in return turn up the heat. Adding more fury to the fire, Venus will soon plunge into a triple conjunction with Chiron and Eris in Aries—a gauntlet which, when it reaches the limits of how much it will suffer, exposes wounds around love, self-worth, feminism, and the right to exist as we are—unapologetically. Chiron points to our unhealed psychic bruises, Eris to the primal scream from beyond the ages against institutionalised exclusion or injustices, and Aries sets it all on fire. If you’ve been burying resentments or insecurities in any relationship, expect them to pop. Regardless of whether wounds are legitimate or purely ideological, the divisive discordance here bypasses courtesies or diplomatic compromise; there is an atavistic rage here that threatens to let loose its raw, unbridled truth to either heal or unleash more chaos. The irony is that real healing often arises precisely when old scars are laid bare. But it can be messy, and with the twisted, hard-done-by Eris involved, the fallout might not be neat. This aspect nags at us for a while.
Mars, dispositor to all this Aries activity, remains in trine to Venus for a short while, so there’s some potential for synergy—fierce personalities sparking each other’s creativity rather than clashing in ego battles. But let’s be real: Mars in Leo (BDE) can also become an overbearing show-off if he feels underappreciated, and Venus in Aries can turn combative if she’s not getting the respect she demands. The key here is harnessing that boldness for honest expression rather than an all-out turf war. There’s enough cosmic tension swirling around that we don’t need more drama. If you sense the temperature rising, remember you’re allowed to step back and regroup. Mercury whizzing through Gemini in these next two weeks might push us to talk everything out instantly, but sometimes it’s wiser to hold your tongue until you have your bearings.
Genuine Support and Moving Forward
In the background, the Sun itself quietly supports Saturn and Neptune, offering a softening influence that can bridge idealism and practicality. It’s not a game-changing aspect, but in these times, any small grace can help keep us from tipping into despair. We’re collectively fatigued from illusions about all organisations, systems and faculties collapsing, from the sense that everything is in flux, from the daily barrage of contradictory truths. It’s hard to maintain unwavering faith in institutions, relationships, or sweeping causes when we see how easily they wither away under duress. Maybe the best approach is to keep it simple: you don’t have to fix the world, but you can maintain your own integrity, pursue what genuinely nurtures you, and leave space for others to sort their mess out. Self-love isn’t selfish if it stops you from splintering under pressure. In fact, with the titanic collisions of Saturn–Neptune looming, a strong sense of self might be your most reliable anchor.
Setting an Intention
So, where does that leave us with this Gemini New Moon? At a profound new threshold. We can capitalise on the brimming mental energy, pick up new ideas, and perhaps see everything in a fresher light. Mercury’s nearby presence means it’s an excellent time for thought-provoking activities, writing, conversations, or any project that demands clever solutions.
The best advice is to keep your eyes and ears on your own path. Yes, the outer world will keep vibrating recklessly with big, dramatic quakes—like an old washing machine on spin cycle, its balance thrown, rattling wildly with every revolution. Stay centred. Yes, everyone around you might be flipping between excitement and anxiety. But Gemini’s magic is in adaptability: you don’t have to be mentally stuck on one rigid viewpoint; you can shift course when new information arrives. Use that flexibility to stay sane. Don’t let yourself get pinned down by other people’s frantic demands or petty arguments. If you feel overwhelmed, take a breath, disconnect for a moment, and trust that you’ll know what you need when the time comes. Stay curious but not gullible. Be open yet not porous. Respect your own boundaries, and remember that focusing on a single, uplifting project can do wonders for your sense of stability.
For specific insights on how this lunation rattles or refreshes your own chart, dip into the horoscopes that follow. Just like in previous months, I’ve outlined where the Gemini New Moon might wake you up or stress you out the most. Read both your Sun and Rising signs to gain a more detailed picture. Above all, trust yourself. You are the creator of your own theatre, be it a comedy or a tragedy. Astrology’s not here to provide you a script; rather, it’s a mirror, revealing patterns so you can shape them consciously.
ARIES: Gemini New Moon Reading
TAURUS: Gemini New Moon Reading
GEMINI: Gemini New Moon Reading
CANCER: Gemini New Moon Reading
LEO: Gemini New Moon Reading
VIRGO: Gemini New Moon Reading
LIBRA: Gemini New Moon Reading
SCORPIO: Gemini New Moon Reading
SAGITTARIUS: Gemini New Moon Reading
CAPRICORN: Gemini New Moon Reading
AQUARIUS: Gemini New Moon Reading
PISCES: Gemini New Moon Reading
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