Get out among those royal subjects. Connect to a broader social issue, too. It’s so much more motivating to get out of bed when your life has a purpose.

After the 20th, the Sun moves into Cancer, your twelfth house of endings. Spend the next four weeks preparing for your birthday by sorting the wheat from the chaff. What do you want to develop in the coming year, and what would you gladly leave behind? Don’t rush to start anything new during this cycle. Tie up loose ends and get extra sleep. The twelfth house rules the subconscious, and yours is doing its annual “data purge” at night. Don’t fight it by pushing yourself too hard. You’re clearing stale emotions and thoughts that no longer need to be there.

LOVE & ROMANCE:
Love has been a major Leo theme this year, whether it was rekindled connection with your partner, a new relationship, outgrowing someone, or simply a wise new attitude. Philosophical Jupiter, the planet of expansion and luck, is spending 2009 in your relationship sector. You’ve been much more the risk-taker in matters of the heart.

On June 15th, Jupiter will go retrograde (backward) until mid-October. Take a break from your love focus, or at least slow down. Have you jumped the gun, or leapt into something without looking both ways? You may now feel a bit of strain from your haste. If you skipped the necessary closure steps with an ex, Jupiter retrograde is a good time to handle that. Leo, your sign rules the heart, but it’s time to bring your head into the game, too. With romantic Venus in Taurus this month, you’re urged to slow down, pace yourself and learn to use the “b”-word (boundaries). Remember what those are?

On June 7th, the Sagittarius full moon illuminates your romantic fifth house, while taking a no-bullshit meter reading of your self-esteem. Are you leaning too heavily on other people’s praise and admiration to feel good about yourself? Any emotional drama around this moon is the result of a confidence crisis. Enough’s enough, Leo. It’s time to build a sense of self-worth from within, rather than constantly mining it from your friends, your looks or your achievements. Self-acceptance is not sold at Sephora, so start bottling your own.

MONEY & CAREER:
The bitch is back! It’s time to start playing the heavy around the office, Leo. Ambitious Mars is in Taurus, your tenth house of career, status and leadership. Drop the false modesty and let the world know about your hard-earned credentials.  And while you’re at it, dress the part. Venus, planet of beauty and attraction, will join Mars in your career sector on June 7th. Whatever your version of a power suit is, rock it!  Go glamorous in a head-honcho kind of way. You are the “It” girl now, so project an image of confidence and class—let people come to you, rather than chasing after them.

Of course, we’re not suggesting you blow sunshine up people’s behinds, Leo. You’ll need grit and determination to back up your talk. You’ll also need to get your own personal finances in order. If you’ve indulged yourself at a high interest rate—dating, brunching, shopping—take a good, hard look at the June 7th full moon. A budget may seem imprisoning, but it’s your own integrity on the line. Imagine presenting yourself as a powerful leader while secretly thinking, “My own life is a train wreck.” It’s like building a castle with no foundation. Don’t let your dreams crumble because you’re scared to get a grip. As we’ve been advising for months now, talk to an expert, a mentor or a financial coach who can help you break past any fears.

HEALTH & FITNESS:
With stressful Mars in your career sector, you have some steam to blow off after work (or after hours of job prospecting). Although you might want to lock yourself up with a pint of Haagen-Dazs, isolation will only depress you. Force yourself out the door. Being around people will energize you and keep you motivated. Team sports and group fitness classes help dissipate all your nervous energy.

Take a cooperative approach to good health this month. With Saturn in your money sector until November, this will also help you wisely watch your pennies. Team up with friends for potluck meals, join a warehouse club like Costco and split up the bulk-size groceries, start a running club, track your eating habits on an online support group. You might even hook up with three or four friends and hire a personal trainer at a special group rate. In this economy, some trainers are willing to be creative. It doesn’t hurt to ask!

After June 20th, the Cancer Sun directs you toward a gentler approach. Try yoga, meditation, even a cleanse. It’s all about releasing toxins and negative energies. Do a purge of your kitchen cabinets and closets, too. Welcome in positive new energy by clearing a space for it. Next up: your Leo Weekly Horoscope >