Your Cancer Monthly Horoscope for April

Your Cancer Monthly Horoscope for April

From Cosmopolitan

Add these dates to your GCal:

  • Sunday, April 11: New Moon in Aries

  • Wednesday, April 14: Venus enters Taurus

  • Monday, April 19: Mercury enters Taurus

  • Monday, April 19: Sun enters Taurus

  • Monday, April 26: Full Moon in Scorpio


Happy April, Cancer darling! You’ve been working hard (no, like, really hard), which is why I’m truly thrilled to tell you that this month. all of your efforts will finally be rewarded. Yee-haw! With the Sun cruising through Aries, the area of your chart associated with professional aspirations and long-term legacy is illuminated, which means your tenacity and perseverance will be noticed by your co-workers and supervisors.

The New Moon in Aries on April 11 is a terrific time to speak with your boss about a raise or promotion, and with the Sun (symbolizing self) and Moon (representing emotions) linked up in this highly visible domain, your requests are sure to be well-received. This is your chance to pursue greatness, so whether you’re looking to take on more responsibilities at work, interview for a new job, or invest in your own project, this is a terrific time to feel confident in leveling up. Go for the gold, crab baby! You got this!


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Then, on April 14, Venus—the planet of love and beauty—shifts into Taurus’ sky, followed by both Mercury (the planet of expression) and the Sun (representing identity) on April 19. By the time the Sun slips into this earth sign’s territory, a brand new astrological season will be underway. For you, Taurus season puts you in the mood to schmooze—in a pretty big way. After weeks of pounding the pavement, working hard to turn your dreams into reality, mid-April is about taking a step back and reconnecting with your community. It’s time to share your achievements with the world, Cancer darling!

Go ahead and reach out to your extended social network by hitting up a friend-of-a-friend-of-a-friend, or join a club of like-minded people who share your values. It’s true that you may need to look past your immediate social bubble in order to cultivate these friendships. I know it’s not always easy for you to crawl out of your shell (#CancerProblems), so this moment may require a different type of bravery. Don’t forget, my love, you are incredible—worthy of amazing opportunities and inspiring friendships. Sure, your birthday is still a few months away, but this month, practice having your cake and eating it too. Yum!

Last but certainly not least, the month concludes with a powerful Full Moon in Scorpio (a like-minded water sign) on April 26. This is an extremely auspicious lunation for you, Cancer darling. Not only will it activate your creativity zone, inspiring you to explore extraordinary artistic projects, but it will also be an invitation for romance. Whether you’re falling head-over-heels for someone special or truly embodying the spirit of self-love, this Full Moon will be fueled by passion. It's time to connect with your heart, so don’t be afraid to lead with radiant truth. You deserve to follow your joy, darling crustacean. This is your chance to shine.

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