Capricorn Full Moon + Mercury Retrograde: Grounding Through the Chaos

Hello beautiful souls — Elaine, the Arcane Oracle, joins hosts Gary and Lizzie for a mini episode diving into the astrology of the Capricorn Full Moon on June 29–30 and the start of Mercury retrograde in Cancer. Elaine introduces herself as a tarot reader and astrologer with over 20 years of experience and offers authentic psychic readings (see elainesarcanetarot.com or text 765-739-0278). Topics covered: Mercury retrograde in Cancer (June 29–July 23) and how it emphasizes emotions, family, and home life; the Capricorn Full Moon (aka Strawberry/Buck Moon) and its themes of grounding, discipline, long-term goals, and legacy; and Jupiter moving from Cancer into Leo on June 30, bringing a year of creative expansion and confidence. Key points and timing: Mercury retrograde in Cancer can trigger miscommunications and upheaval in close relationships and domestic affairs; the Capricorn Full Moon amplifies revelations, structure, and the need to commit without slipping into perfectionism. Elaine recommends reflection, rest, and planning during this cycle rather than launching new projects — ideally wait until the Cancer New Moon on July 14 or the end of Mercury retrograde on July 23. Practical guidance and rituals: grounding practices, making a month-long commitment list, decluttering and organizing, and resolving bad habits. Elaine suggests specific crystals (agate, amethyst, carnelian, hematite, obsidian, smoky quartz, tourmaline, etc.) and herbs/incenses/flowers (elder, yew, cinnamon, patchouli, carnation, comfrey, poppy, rue, vervain) to support Capricorn Full Moon work. Horoscope highlights: a sign-by-sign rundown of how this week’s transits affect each zodiac — with Mercury retrograde most heavily impacting Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn, and Jupiter in Leo strongly influencing Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius. Common themes include emotional recalibration, review of career and long-term goals, financial caution, and boosts to creativity and confidence from Jupiter in Leo. Takeaway: be gentle with yourself and others during the intense overlap of the Capricorn Full Moon and Mercury retrograde (especially June 29–30). Use this period for grounding, reflection, and planning; lean into Capricorn’s discipline without chasing perfection; and expect a more playful, lucky energy to arrive as Jupiter settles into Leo.