Some months are very dramatic and some are smooth sailing. The good news is that June falls into the second category, and while life always has its ups and downs, it should pan out quite pleasantly for most of the signs.

Anything to do with romance and riches is particularly well starred, thanks to the movement of the planet Venus through Aries and into Taurus. So do whatever it's going to take to make yourself feel fabulous, go out into the world and see what you find. If you're long-married and you know you need to revive the spark, this is a great month for it. If you're single and looking, the energies this month are great for meeting someone new.

The best dates for relationships (any kind) this month are 1, 2, 9, 19 and 23 June. These are great days to spend with your partner, a friend or your family, when relating to people should flow more smoothly. But watch out on 2 June if you're in a tense relationship with someone – things could go a little crazy!

GEMINI

22 May to 22 Jun

If fears about love or money are stopping you from reaching your goals, this is the month to work on them. So many of us have cash concerns that date back to our childhood, but this is the time to change your attitudes. For example, if your parents repeatedly said that money is short, you might have grown up believing that. Go back in your imagination and reply gently, "There is more than enough money to go around."

Power date: 12 June – could be your lucky day, thanks to some auspicious Jupiter action.

CANCER

23 Jun to 23 Jul

The New Moon is in your sign this month, which means it's a time for you to really live consciously. Think about what you want for yourself, take a look at your lifestyle and see if the way you're living is supporting your aims. This New Moon is taking place alongside a wonderful Venus/Pluto link, which means an upturn in your love life. It also promises to boost your bank account somehow. In fact, it’s good for whatever you're aiming to achieve now, so go for it!

Power date: 31 May - the New Moon in your sign brings you a big boost. Use it or lose it.

LEO

24 Jul to 23 Aug

Your horoscope is split in two this month. On the one hand, it's an opportunity to allow yourself time out, to retreat. But on the other, you’re set to shine in whatever it is you do in the world – be that work or something else. People are sizing you up and deciding that they like what they see, so have faith in yourself. As the New Moon triggers your dark 12th House, this is the month for you to work on yourself and eliminate any limiting ideas you have about yourself.

Power date: 3 June – today could work out very well for you. Expect the best!

VIRGO

24 Aug to 23 Sep

Since the New Moon will be taking place in your Wishes Zone, there’s no better time to make a wish. However, keep in mind that while wishes do sometimes magically come true all by themselves, often if you want something more definite, you’ll have to follow up with action for it to materialise. This is also a time for you to have more fun, so if you've been feeling down, make a decision to change that.

Power date: 6 June – you will start to come into your own again for the first time in a while.

LIBRA

24 Sep to 23 Oct

Think about what you want to be known for. Whether it’s as a high-flying achiever in the workforce, your village's best cake baker, a pumpkin grower or as an amazing mother/sister/daughter, this is the month to do your thing. Set some goals for yourself and make notes in your calendar. Your Ambitions Zone is being triggered and it's time for you to make your mark on the world, no matter what that means to you.

Power date: 23 June – you can move mountains today, so aim high!

SCORPIO

24 Oct to 22 Nov

Whether you're young and in love, older and married or a swinging single, you have amazing relationship stars this month. If the idea of romance leaves you cold, plan instead to simply share some quality time with beloved friends or family. But if you like the thought of romance, decide to make June your month of love. Those who want to travel or who are contemplating studying full or part time also have good celestial support.

Power date: 28 June – you have super communication powers. Talk something through.

SAGITTARIUS

23 Nov to 21 Dec

Sagittarians who want to boost their bank accounts should put on their thinking hats. The June New Moon fires up your joint Finances Zone, so this month is largely about money. If you’re contemplating a financial partnership with someone, you have good stars for it. What you do from now to December could set you up for the next three decades, so now is also the time to pay off debts if you can. Don’t neglect the people close to you, though – your relationships are your greatest teacher.

Power date: 9 June – life starts to move forwards again for you today.

CAPRICORN

22 Dec to 20 Jan

June’s New Moon is in your Love Zone, bringing you the chance to really open your heart. How is the love in your life flowing? You’re in a period of change and transformation, so loving openly is the best way to develop. Forget past hurts, bless the lessons you receive and, above all else, make sure you love yourself. If you need to have a talk with someone, this is a good month to clear the air.

Power date: 29 June – you have the ability to change something with a conversation today..

AQUARIUS

21 Jan to 19 Feb

Use June to dissect your daily routines. How well are they working for you? The New Moon is triggering your 6th House, the part of your chart that is all about the way your life plays out on a daily basis. Once a year, you get this New Moon to remind you that you have the power to change your life. This is the month to make some decisions, set your intentions and then take some action!

Power date: 18 June – you should feel extra confident about making changes today.

PISCES

20 Feb to 20 Mar

If you’ve been feeling a bit tired, as though you've had enough or life has been tedious, it may be down to the planet Saturn, which has been bearing down on you over the past few years. This month, use the power of the energies infiltrating your 5th House of Fun to remember what makes you laugh and then do more of that! Getting in touch with your creative side or spending time with children could really help, too.

Power date: 13 June – do something you love today; the positive energy will be good for you.

ARIES

21 Mar to 20 Apr

The June astrological climate looks very positive for you when it comes to money, whether you work or not. Be optimistic and you never know what kind of abundance you’ll attract. If you've made an effort to overhaul your professional life, you’ll reap rewards now. For others, now’s the time to overhaul your self-worth. Loving yourself is the best thing you will ever do and breeds good health and positivity.

Power date: 24 June – you have high energy, but don't push too hard.

TAURUS

21 Apr to 21 May

This could be an amazing month for you in lots of different ways. As Venus, the planet of beauty, pleasure, luxury and abundance, moves through your sign and harmonises with other planets, it's fair to say you're being extra blessed. And as Hindu teacher Narayani Amma says, "The secret is to know you are blessed, and to live your life within that knowing!" So if you haven't counted your blessings lately, do so now.

Power date: 23 June – you have access to plenty of planetary power, so use it!

Your monthly horoscope from Bon magazine's astrologer Yasmin Boland of www.moonology.com