By Emma Vidgen

Horoscopes June 16-22: Be Adaptable In The Face Of Drama

It's a struggle of Optimism Vs Realism as the planets battle it out.
Horoscopes June 16-22, 2025.

As we screech into the home stretch of Gemini season, the sky promises a few dramatic twists and turns. Thankfully, a sense of adaptability is still very much in the mix, a quality that may come in very handy this week.

A conflict reaches a boiling point early on when Mars and Uranus battle it out on Monday (AEST and GMT). At first glance, it might just look like huffiness for the sake of it, but on closer inspection, you might find it stirs up a much longer-term theme around your (or someone else’s) desire to rebel. This dynamic will be particularly noticeable if you’re a Taurus, Leo, Scorpio or Aquarius rising.

Once Mars moves into Virgo (Monday GMT, Tuesday AEST), there’s a tangible change in the air. Less tension about who got the best seat and more of an emphasis on getting things done.

At the same time, there’s a clash of ideals happening, especially for the cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn) battling optimism vs realism. This is a real “hell yeah” vs “hard no” kind of energy. Sometimes your best course of action is to agree to disagree.

ARIES & ARIES RISING

Whether you want the lead role or not, you could find yourself in the spotlight this week. Tensions that have been bubbling beneath the surface explode. There’s a likelihood of disagreement in your relationships or at your work. The impulse to charge head-first will be real. But Mars, your ruling planet, moves into Virgo on Tuesday, shifting your focus from confrontation to getting things perfect.

Your power now lies in refining, not reacting. Save the meltdown and reset—you’ll be glad you did.

TAURUS & TAURUS RISING

The best news for bulls this week? Mars is moving into Virgo. As it shuffles out of the part of your chart that’s been stirring family tension or domestic drama, you’re likely more than ready for a cool change. But before you slip into something more practical, there’s one final curveball coming your way. This week could bring a surprise twist, a sharp truth, or a bold move. Alas, you can handle them. You’ve been dealing with Uranus in your home sign since 2018.

This week, it may just feel extra real. Buckle up!

GEMINI & GEMINI RISING

You’re set to watch a clash of ideals unfold from the sidelines this week. It might not be your circus, but chances are you’ll have a front-row seat. Be discerning about where you focus your energy. Is this a fight worth getting involved in? Or can you let this one go through to the keeper? Just because you can appreciate both sides of a conflict doesn’t mean you should be the mediator. From Tuesday, Mars enters your home and family sphere, adding tension to domestic matters.

Brace yourself for practical projects, family dynamics, or just getting serious about your renovation to-do list.

CANCER & CANCER RISING

Just as you start to find your rhythm again, maybe even feel a little more chill, Saturn is standing by with a reality check. Someone in your orbit isn’t quite matching your mood. Their doubt, disapproval or wet-blanket energy could feel like a buzz kill. You can’t control how they show up, but you can choose how you respond. Mars moves into Virgo on Tuesday, sharpening your communication. Say what needs to be said—clearly, calmly, and with conviction. Then move on.

Don’t waste your breath trying to win them around, you won’t.

LEO & LEO RISING

Mars has been fuelling your fire for weeks, bringing motivation, grit, and maybe a little too much “move over, let me drive!” energy. Early this week, whatever you’ve been chipping away at reaches a finale. Monday looks primed for one final showdown before the mood changes. But what you won’t expect is where the furore comes from—or steps up to the plate. From Tuesday, Mars moves into Virgo, and your focus turns to money, work, and making it all add up.

Less drama, more output. The pitfall? You’ll be feeling extra spendy.

VIRGO & VIRGO RISING

Mars lands in your sign early this week (Monday GMT, Tuesday AEST), and suddenly you’re off to the races. After weeks of quietly biding your time, now you’re ready to act. This isn’t about being obnoxious, it’s about being precise. Now you know what you need to do, it’s time to get down to business. Just watch for a tendency to overthink or overwork things. Knowing when to step back and regroup is just as much a skill as getting it done.

Sometimes, good enough really is good enough.

LIBRA & LIBRA RISING

There’s a clash on your radar this week, and try as you might to dodge it, it may be a little unavoidable. A tension looks set to boil over, as someone close to you wrestles with what’s possible and what’s practical. Battle lines will be drawn, and no amount of Pollyanna positive affirmations will talk the naysayer in your life around.

Read the room. Don’t spin your wheels. Stick to your own stuff, and when the pushback comes, smile, nod and move on.

SCORPIO & SCORPIO RISING

Mars and Uranus face off early in the week, activating your relationship axis—and however you choose to cut it, it looks kind of intense. Whether it’s a partner, a client, or someone in your inner circle, expect conflict. Someone wants to do things differently—like, right now. While their method may be a little abrupt, ultimately, it’s a manifestation of a bigger storyline around going off-script that’s been percolating for months, maybe even years.

Sit tight, and things will feel decidedly less fractious by the end of the week.

SAGITTARIUS & SAGITTARIUS RISING

There’s a disruption early in the week that throws your schedule, workplace or to-do list into chaos. Mars and Uranus are squaring off, and your usual “just wing it” approach may not stand up. Something needs to change—and fast. Thankfully, from Tuesday, Mars enters the part of your chart that rules longer-term career aspirations. Ready to set some big goals? You’re up!

Prepare for action stations and get ready to soar… if you’re prepared to take a risk.

CAPRICORN & CAPRICORN RISING

There’s a clash of ideals hitting close to home this week. Your challenge will be balancing the passionate-but-emotionally charged plans of your partner (or someone else close to you) and the reality of the situation. It’s not that you don’t want them to fly; you just struggle to hold your tongue when you can see all the flaws in their plan from miles away. Thankfully, the intensity dissipates as the week wears on.

Once Mars changes signs (Monday GMT, Tuesday AEST), you’ll find the overall mood a little more grounded and a little less confrontational—very helpful if you’re having to keep someone’s feet on the ground.

AQUARIUS & AQUARIUS RISING

There’s a mic drop moment on the cards early this week, as an unexpected move turns things on their head. The surprise could stir up something on the home front, leaving you struggling to find your bearings. It’s not necessarily bad, but it is a crescendo, and things will feel different by next week. From Tuesday, Mars enters your intimacy and finance zone, urging you to get serious about where your energy, time and trust are going.

It might be time to press ‘go’ on some significant investments or big loans. Shopping for big-ticket things is fun, but be sure to do your due diligence.

PISCES & PISCES RISING

There’s a reality check this week, as Saturn pulls the handbrake on your creative endeavours. It could feel like a bit of a bummer, especially in the moment, but there could be some wisdom in slowing down and going back to the drawing board. Resist the temptation to be too reactive when you hear “No”. This is a situation that will require time for you to process.

In other news, Mars is blazing into your relationship sphere, signalling a season of spicy chemistry for the next two months.

This story first appeared on GRAZIA International.

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