Juno: Co-Leadership and the Queen Archetype

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Astrological asteroid Juno signifies many different things, most importantly themes around relationships, what you commit to (within and outside of relationships), and marriage especially.

However, there is an aspect to Juno’s archetype that is particularly helpful when it comes to themes around leadership: and that is the Queen Archetype.

Shortcuts: What is Juno, Juno and the Queen Archetype, Co-Leadership, Your Subjects, Juno in Your Chart, In-the-Sign Interpretations, Further Reading.

What is Juno?

Juno is a minor planetary body, also known as an astrological asteroid, that orbits us from the Main Asteroid Belt between Mars and Jupiter, together with the other goddess asteroids (Pallas, Vesta, and Ceres).

In astrology, Juno specifically signifies committed partnerships, such as marriage, alliances, and business partnerships, as well as what we commit to and how, legal endeavors, and the subject of this article, the Queen Archetype.

However, Juno’s effect on marriage and romantic partnership is strong, so I have multiple articles about that: check this out to start.

Juno and the Queen Archetype

So, what is the Queen Archetype? The sarcastic part of me wants to make a quip that it’s the statistical likelihood of getting “Slay Queen” in the comment section of an Instagram post where you look fireeee. No, obviously, that’s not what this stands for.

In mythology and fairy tales, which is often an articulation of archetypes living in our collective psyches, the queen is a ruler – and a powerful one at that – but one who rules in a specific way under specific circumstances, something we see reflected in Juno’s signature in astrology. This isn’t about the question of whether women can rule, which has been answered for some time, I believe. This isn’t about gender at all. It’s about the approach to ruling that has been represented by the archetypal queens.

So, knowing that this isn’t about gender, what is the type of ruling this archetype, and therefore Juno, signifies?

Juno signifies a kind of rulership that is relational more than it is directional, though every leadership position gives direction as well (it’s just a matter of how it’s presented and what the priority is). In ancient myths and archetypal stories, the queen tended to the heart of the people and often became a mediator between the symbolic personifications of strict justice and the concerns of the individual or groups of individuals. She often interceded to bring mercy, charity, and care where it was needed.

As such, the archetypical queen is accessible to all her subjects, but property to none. Dignified and respected, she leads from the heart and holds down the fort when the King is busy elsewhere or indisposed. The final defense, last rallying cry, motivator of the masses, and giver of grace, the queen is an indispensable part of every archetypal story: just look at the fairy tales; the story is never over until the king has his queen, and it’s not just about dynastic legacy (though that’s a factor): the story could end with, “and the king was fruitful and multiplied, hopefully with the woman he married for moral and legal legitimacy.” No, many stories end with some version of, “and the King loved his Queen, and the nation rejoiced.” – Case in point: the nation’s “rejoicing” is over the love, which is neither required for creating a legacy (“close your eyes and think of England” was a thing for a reason) nor something that significantly improves a nation’s welfare.

So, Juno in astrology speaks to that kind of leadership. It also speaks to the kind of leadership and aid given to others that comes from you being in an elevated position from others, be it in status, access to monetary resources, connections, power, talents, or time. You use what you have that others don’t have, and from a top-down approach, use that to make a difference. Where Juno lies, this is what you do, on a smaller or larger scale… and where Juno lies, we see how strong your desire to be this way really is.

Co-Leadership

Juno doesn’t just signify the queen archetype and if/how we live it out in our own lives, but it also often speaks to a leadership that requires another person on an equal or elevated level to you. The king’s story is never told until the queen arrives, but the archetypical queen (Juno) becomes queen because of the king’s presence to begin with (historically, that is, of course, a bit of a different story, but this is about archetypes). The queen gets her power from/because of her relationship, even in the archetypal stories in which the queen inherits the throne (because of the throne only accessible through marriage and such): again, this could lead us down a major rabbit hole, but we’re not going to talk about that; we’re talking about Juno’s symbolism in astrology as it signifies this queen archetype, and with it the more modern turn of phrase of co-leadership.

In astrology, Juno signifies our desire or lack thereof to share leadership and power with others. Juno’s placement can signify an ease with being a co-leader with others, or the necessity of having a business partner – or that this is really not for you. Astrology also has symbols for ruling alone, which can be strong in anyone, regardless of gender, but if your Juno is stronger than those other symbols, you tend to want a partner in crime – ah, crown. Where Juno sits, you also want to share, even if you’re happier ruling alone elsewhere. And not only that, but Juno also signifies character traits of the kind of person you’d share power with and what you need to make that relationship work, so Juno is truly the bee’s knees when it comes to this subject.

Your Subjects

Lastly, Juno in astrology also signifies your proverbial subjects, or target audience. This is the group of people you help, through which measure you help them, and why. This is its own rabbit hole and highly helpful for people who wish to build a business, etc., but out of scope for this article. But, long story short, it’s a thing. If you want to go deeper, I offer asteroid readings.

Juno in Your Chart

So, because Juno can do all of that and more, coming in for a reading is actually best. However, I realize that’s not accessible for everyone during this economy, so I’d appreciate your financial support for a starting place that will already give you something to work with. Enjoy the interpretations that are coming!

Juno in the Signs:

As always, please leave some room for wisdom, as this is still generalized information for the signs, rather than a tailored-to-you, comprehensive, complete deep-dive you’d get in a reading (grab it here while it’s still hot!). Please also remember to only check your Juno’s sign, not your Sun, Moon, or Rising, as those won’t apply. You can pull up your Juno via this guide right here: subscribe, and you get it.

Shortcuts: Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, Pisces, Further Reading.

Aries

Juno in Aries is a good combination for co-leadership as comrades-in-arms. You need someone who lets you walk your own path and is independent, but fights for you and with you. You do best with people who are determined and appreciate a challenge and help by pushing boundaries and fighting to get ahead. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Taurus

Juno in Taurus is a good combination for co-leadership as a solid foundation for both parties. You need someone reliable, grounded, practical, patient, and peaceful, who follows common sense. You do best with providing practical advice and skills to people who avoid drama, appreciate simplicity, and invest in fixing problems. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Gemini

Juno in Gemini is a prime combination for co-leadership as a meeting of the minds. You need someone who’s communicative, smart, and imaginative. You do best by helping people open to new perspectives find and use their voice, learn new things, and find new points of view. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Cancer

Juno in Cancer is a prime combination for co-leadership that becomes familiar or home-like. You do well with someone who’s sensitive, caring, nurturing, and protective towards you and others. You do best by helping those more vulnerable by giving them what they truly need to grow and succeed. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Leo

Juno in Leo is a good combination for co-leadership that is inspiring, generous, and creative. You do well with someone who is confident on their own and values you. You do best by helping talented and courageous people, by shining your light and giving them what they need to shine, too. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Virgo

Juno in Virgo is a good combination for co-leadership as mutual service, helping to serve others. You do well with someone who’s highly motivated to help, who’s practical, skillful, a perfectionist, and humble. You help pretty much anyone by doing everything you can, but ethically and skillfully. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Libra

Juno in Libra is a prime combination for co-leadership, as Libra is the sign of relationship. You do well with a co-leader who is kind, gentle, and able to compromise. You do best by helping people who are just and fair by nature, by using your ability to convince and create equal ground peacefully. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Scorpio

Juno in Scorpio is a good combination for co-leadership that is about sharing power. You do well with someone who’s ethical, in integrity, trustworthy, truthful, and a little bit polarizing. You do best by revealing hidden truths and patterns in systems or people to those who would do good with that information. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Sagittarius

Juno in Sagittarius is a good combination for co-leadership based on shared beliefs. You do well with someone who matches your vision, inspires you, and has faith in you. You do best by helping people who are chasing meaning and bravery, by sharing your wisdom and holding them to their standard. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Capricorn

Juno in Capricorn is a prime combination for co-leadership that lasts. You do well with someone committed, responsible, practical, and willing to do whatever it takes. You help those who come to you by providing structure, skills, discipline, wisdom, leadership, and resources, if needed. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Aquarius

Juno in Aquarius is a prime combination for co-leadership with friends and with those who share your values and ideals. A shared direction between people who are different from one another is required for this to work. You do best by helping people who are unique and different by finding unique solutions that serve them as well as disrupting systems that don’t work. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)

Pisces

Juno in Pisces is a good combination for co-leadership based on intuitive/emotional understanding. You need someone who’s sensitive (including to your needs), compassionate, forgiving, merciful, spiritual, and kind. You do best by selflessly helping those who are hurting, often by following your gut. If this article helped you, please consider supporting my work directly and subscribing for bonus content! Also, please send this to a friend you think might enjoy it! See you soon :)