The New Moon in Gemini Is the Perfect Time to Mix Things Up

About once (sometimes twice) a month, the moon sits in the same spot in the sky as the sun, making for a new moon. This lunar phase goes hand in hand with a dark sky, which you can think of as a blank slate on which you can write your deepest, wildest, most heartfelt intentions. Every new moon is an opportunity to begin a new chapter of an ongoing story you'd like to see manifest in your everyday life. And this month's new moon has an especially cerebral, buzzy, social energy, as it falls in the mutable air sign Gemini.

Every new moon is a chance to get curious about what you want to achieve over the next six months, then articulate your vision to make it real — maybe by journaling or talking through your game plan with friends. But because this is a Gemini new moon, you're especially inclined to gather information, have lively conversations, listen to others' points of view, and write in order to process what you want to achieve. This new moon is all about tapping into your voice, your sense of curiosity, and whatever energizes you mentally.

This year, the new moon in Gemini will clash with Neptune, the planet of spirituality and mysticism, which has a rational-thought-clouding effect. For that reason, it might be harder than usual to know exactly how you'll make your dream a reality or even which dream is best — not to mention most practical — to focus on. After all, Gemini tends to love to juggle a wide variety of disparate interests, and Neptune fuels illusions. Nonetheless, this moment was made for fresh starts, and the prevailing message is that it's time to forge ahead.

Read on to discover more about the Gemini new moon's astrological meaning and how it may impact your zodiac sign.

Annually, Gemini season occurs approximately between May 21 and June 20. Transitioning from slow, steady, grounded, and creature-comfort-loving Taurus season, the season of the Twins brings more excitable, social, high-spirited, and cerebral energy. The mutable air sign is quick-witted, inquisitive, and adaptable, and in turn, we're all encouraged to take on those traits throughout Gemini season.

We're encouraged to pivot on a dime, prioritize learning and new experiences, and tune into what others have to say. After all, Mercury, the ruler of Gemini, is as much about listening as it is about speaking. And because Gemini is associated with the third house of communication, which also oversees short-distance travel and siblings, all of those areas could be a focus now.

Gemini's mental energy is off the charts, so the June 18 new moon lays the groundwork to be in your head more than your body or heart. If you're trying to kick-start a massive new project, you'll do well to consider all of the sources you're getting your information from and perhaps diversify them. If you want to solve an ongoing relationship issue with a new strategy, consider committing to extensive conversation, during which all parties will have a chance to share their side of the story. And no matter what goal you're pursuing, do your best to lean on the sign's mutable nature, and try not to get attached to a very specific outcome. As you'll learn from Twins energy, there's quite a bit of magic in being OK with flitting from one thing to the next.

Keep reading to find out how the June 18 new moon in Gemini may affect your zodiac sign.

The Gemini new moon falls in your third house of communication, Aries, which means this moment is especially social and brimming with high mental energy. Consider diving into a learning opportunity alongside a friend, picking up new skills you can apply toward moving the ball forward on a business proposal, or even bolstering your platonic connections overall.

With the new moon falling in your second house of income, you have the green light to hit the gas on a promising new moneymaking endeavor. Because the energy of this lunation tends to be a bit frenetic, it's a good thing you're rather slow and deliberate before making a move. You'll keep your cool and gather all the information you need to take your next steps.

The new moon falls in your sign, Gemini, which means this is your annual opportunity to tune into — and listen to — your heart. You're fired up and motivated, and your mental energy is even higher than usual, because you can see what you want for your future, and you probably know exactly what you need to do to get there. The best thing you can do now is speak, write, or otherwise share what you want to achieve, as that confidence is sure to fuel your path to a thrilling new reality.

This new moon occurs in your 12th house of spirituality, which can make for more vivid dreams and an even stronger sense that you should be trusting your intuition. It's like you're backstage, preparing for your season to begin and considering which seeds you want to plant to see flourish over the next several weeks — and months. That said, allowing yourself to rest, rejuvenate your spirit, and lead with your heart could be your best possible move now.

This lunation is all about friendships, groups, communities, and audiences you interact with on the regular, Leo, as it falls in your 11th house of networking. You want to feel connected, seen, and supported by your platonic relationships and to feel like you're making an impact on others. There's a real sense of restlessness that could come out of the woodwork now, so do a bit of soul searching around what that's rooted in. Then, focus on pouring energy into intellectually stimulating bonds and humanitarian efforts.

The new moon falls in your 10th house of career, Virgo, which encourages you to get clear on what you want to achieve professionally. Your public image is a major focus at the moment, and your mind is probably buzzing with a million different to-dos, from brushing up your résumé to working on your social media. But inner self-work might actually be the most productive thing you can do to support big-picture goals now, so consider chatting through deep-rooted emotions with a therapist.

The new moon falls in your ninth house of higher learning and adventure, Libra, so your appetite for getting out of your comfort zone will be soaring. You want to shake up your everyday mundane routine and have an eye-opening experience. Take the time to listen to your gut, then think about what you might like to do that'll not only surprise your nearest and dearest but you, as well!

The new moon falls in your eighth house of emotional bonds and joint resources, Scorpio, which is familiar terrain, as it's the house associated with your sign. You probably have even less tolerance than usual for superficial conversations now. Instead, forging even more intimacy in your relationships is a must. Give yourself permission to voice this need, and you'll be well on your way to feeling more emotionally — and ideally, physically — fulfilled.

It's time to focus on your one-on-one connections above all else, Sagittarius, thanks to the fact that this lunation occurs in your seventh house of partnership. You'll be meditating on how you're showing up for others, how they're showing up for you, and what you can do to move the ball forward in a way that satisfies both parties. This is one of the most advantageous moments you have all year for embarking on a new alliance.

With the new moon in your sixth house of wellness and daily routine, you have a clear runway for launching whatever fitness practice or mind-body self-care plan you've been batting around. Or, because this is also the zone of everyday work, you may want to try a new approach to tackling your to-dos on the job. Either way, although you love structure and mapping out a long-term plan you can tackle one step at a time, you'll do well to give yourself a chance to experiment now. It may make you even more successful.

This new moon falls in your fifth house of romance and self-expression, Aquarius, which means you're feeling extra creative and maybe even flirtatious. This can be a really fun, heartwarming, socially fulfilling lunation for you if you're willing to let go of having a definitive game plan. Spontaneity is the key to making the most of this lighthearted, playful, and endlessly curious lunation.

This new moon falls in your fourth house of home life, Pisces. Spending more quality time with loved ones and nesting in your domestic world is of the utmost importance to you right now. You might also have an urge to kick off a heartfelt new summertime tradition with your nearest and dearest. While this lunation is associated with a more cerebral than emotional vibe, you'll still do well to voice what's in your heart in order to be sure you're on the same page as family members.