July's Cosmic Forecast: What foundations do you stand upon?
July is a soul searching, soothing energy for us collectively. This month holds so much for us celestially, asking for us to turn inward to our hearts and return home (in whatever form that may be). Fresh off the Summer Solstice, many of us have felt inspired to connect back with others and those we love or have been separated from in some time. We are now immersed within Cancer season, our sign of the divine mother, intuition and family foundations. We are being called to lead from the heart space and connect to our intuition for guidance. Don’t ignore the spiritual inklings or messages you receive this month! Cancer understands that some of our best knowledge comes from the unseen emotional realms. Hold space for the range of deep emotions that can be unearthed this season. You can learn something new about yourself and spiritual development!
On July 3, Mars in Leo will square Uranus in Taurus. A square in astrology is a “hard” aspect, at 90 degrees. It represents tension and challenges that can occur within this transit. With Mars in Leo squaring Uranus in Taurus, we will be challenged by a tug of war of what we desire and the necessary changes we need for our foundations. Leo is connected to the ego, the self, and self expression. We will feel like our identities and purposes are being questioned by universal energy, as Uranus in Taurus wants us to get serious about creating systems that sustain our legacy. What new foundations are you being asked to build that align with your authentic truth? Take your time when it comes to decision making, even when impatience arises. Do not fight the changes that are coming for you, allow yourself to flow with the waves of this water season. Your intuitive guidance is your best affirmation as you navigate this tense square.
On July 11 we will experience a New Moon in Cancer! Your inner child can feel highly present, and you will want to connect to your maternal nature. Ask yourself in what ways have you not been nurtured. Where do you need emotional support? Themes around our intuition, motherhood, and maternal roles will be at the forefront of our minds. Suppressed and forgotten emotions can arise to the surface. Do not be surprised if you are caught off guard by unexpected emotional outbursts. When you feel overwhelmed, utilize the water element to calm the spirit, such as taking baths or trips to natural bodies of water. Remember that this element is feminine, flowing, and powerful. The beauty in water lies in its adaptability to work around and over obstacles with ease. Your emotional awareness can help you with overcoming any challenges you face this month!
On July 11, Mercury will enter Cancer, making communication styles more compassionate and soul bonding. Our minds will wander to nostalgic memories, and we can feel called to connect back to family and home. It’s essential to lean on your support system of loved ones during this time, to help you with your goals and ventures. Many of us will call upon ancestral support and tap into family traditions in order to manifest our desires. Now is the time to refresh your ancestor altars, make offerings, play traditional music from your home, and speak your native language to talk to your guides. Cancer believes that every emotion is filled with personal knowledge. The more you can sit within your feelings, the more you can utilize them as a power for self. This cardinal sign understands that the releasing of emotions leads to clarity for bigger opportunities to come. With this Cancer New Moon, the emotional realm holds so much self discovery and cleansing magic for us all!
Chiron begins its Retrograde in Aries on July 15, bringing to light our inner wounds around self advocacy and self destructive behaviors. Chiron is an asteroid, it rules the domain of inner wounding and deeper traumas we hold. You can call it our spiritual “Achilles heel”. This energy can activate triggers around self suppression, feelings of anger, and self confidence. In retrograde, Chiron is asking us to revisit these themes to understand our inner child healing. It’s normal for memories around our self worth or times we have been rejected to arise. Cultivate a healthy amount of self compassion for yourself as you heal through these tough topics. This is why Cancer’s connection to motherhood is extremely powerful! The reparenting connection to Chiron can be supported by the maternal energy that Cancer provides.
We are being called to lead from the heart space and connect to our intuition for guidance.
Don’t ignore the spiritual inklings or messages you receive this month!
On July 18, Lilith, our dark feminine asteroid, enters the mentally stimulated energy of Gemini. Lilith is deeply misunderstood and feared by many. It is an energy connected to the shadow aspects of our divine feminine! When understood and explored, Lilith can show you the hidden power you have that manifests your wildest fantasies. Stand up for your ideas and opinions if they are being questioned during this time period. Be careful of others trying to mentally and verbally manipulate you. Explore the taboo and shadow topics that catch your attention. The universe is trying to make you more aware of these hidden shadow aspects in order to utilize them for your benefit moving forward!
Venus, our planet of love and relationships, enters meticulous Virgo on July 21. Your relationship desires will be called into question. Have you been settling for less than what you deserve? Virgo looks for self improvement and the continuous betterment of others. How is love a ritual and sacred to you? Get clear on your relationship beliefs during this time, create better standards for yourself and others. This will call in what is truly in alignment with your self worth! Many of us will want to connect to our physical bodies and upkeep. Update your intuitive daily routines and self care so you can feel healthier from the inside out! Virgos believe there is always room for improvement. Consciously commit to making better emotional, spiritual, and physical decisions for yourself. Watch as it is reflected back to you in every connection you call in over the next year!
The Sun enters its ruling sign of Leo on July 22! This will be a much needed energy boost after an emotionally in depth Cancer season. Step into your sunshine and glory, knowing that all your hard work has paid off! It’s time to celebrate yourself and receive the applause that you rightfully deserve. How can you allow your inner light to shine brightly and unapologetically? Don’t deflect any praise and recognition that comes to you. Leo energy is all about embracing the self fully and building unshakable self knowing. Celebrating your achievements can feel difficult for those who were taught that it was egotistical. But a healthy relationship with our ego self cultivates a strong sense of identity. Reject anyone who tries to dim your triumphs or boxes you in, making you have to play small. Be courageous in all of your endeavors, trust yourself to take the risks you’ve been holding back on!
The Aquarius Full Moon will occur on July 23, bringing attention to our social circles, friendships, and humanitarianism. How is our personal purpose in alignment with our community? Many will feel called to shift their focus from personal endeavors into more community based work. Political activism and social work will be a popular avenue for many. Aquarius understands that the decisions we make not only affects us but our world on a collective level. This Full Moon balances out the Leo Sun energy we are experiencing. Question the status quo in order to create a better future for all, aligning your mission with helping others and yourself simultaneously.
The last week of July is packed full of celestial energy to help us move forward into August with new mindsets. Mercury moves into Leo on July 27! Your words can be inspirational to others, and your mind can feel lighter with more optimistic thoughts and ideas. Fuel your joy with lighthearted company and indulge in luxuries. Jupiter will retrograde in Aquarius the day after, on July 28th. Be patient with others and their opinions, as this transit can cause intolerance to those who have different opinions or beliefs than you do. Understand the difference between dictating and delegation when co-creating with others.
Finally on July 29, Mars will enter cautious Virgo. Now is not the time for acting on quick impulses. Embrace the beauty of practicality and the day to day order. Be wary of intensified self criticism and judgment that can arise. Remember the self compassion you learned during Cancer season, you are doing the best you can!
July is a beautiful month of stepping into our personal power through emotional exploration and self advocacy. We are learning the lessons of understanding ourselves on a deeper emotional level to expand into our power and light. Your past traumas and pain can be alchemized for greater self discovery and understanding. Use this month to claim your throne and your royal energy through the power of your intuition and healing work! Your inner wounds and traumas are nothing to be fearful of. They are the starting place of deeper understanding and purpose! Let your inner light be activated, as you can only shine brightly when fully understanding the beauty of your darkness.
KEY TRANSITS FOR JULY
JULY 3 • Mars in Leo square Uranus in Taurus
JULY 11 • New Moon in Cancer and Mercury enters Cancer
JULY 15 • Chiron stations Retrograde in Aries
JULY 18 • Lilith enters Gemini
JULY 21 • Venus enters Virgo
JULY 22 • Sun enters Leo
JULY 23 • Full moon in Aquarius
JULY 27 • Mercury enters Leo
JULY 29 • Mars enters Virgo
JULY Horoscopes
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