July 1-8, 2024

This week we have Neptune stationing RX and the Sun squaring the nodes so we could feel as if we are at a crossroads. We are reviewing and reconsidering the paths we have taken and considering, "Where do I go now?" But first...take note of the planetary changes and lunations for the month ahead....

Planetary movements and lunations for July:

July 1: Neptune stations RX in Pisces at 29 degrees

July 2: Mercury moves into Leo

July 5: New Moon in Cancer at 14 degrees

July 11: Venus moves into Leo

July 20: Mars moves into Gemini

July 21: Full Moon in Capricorn at 29 degrees

July 22: Sun moves into Leo

July 25: Mercury moves into Virgo

July 26: Chiron stations RX in Aries at 23 degrees

July 2

Neptune stations retrograde at 29 degrees of Pisces-  Neptune is RX in Pisces until January 29, 2025. It makes it back to 23 degrees of Pisces. Neptune is our planet connected to imagination, creativity, dream-life, spirituality, sympathy, intuition, illusions, delusions, confusion, compassion, guilt, escapism, connection to the cosmos, and addiction. Try to talk about Neptune and notice how you lose your train of thought or can’t find the words you thought you had a moment before. Neptune is the co-ruler of Pisces, so perhaps Neptune isn’t quite ready to head into the fiery sign of Aries, and would rather stay in a place where it has some strength and take a nap. You may want to do the same. If you have any issues with addiction, you may want to double down on support services. It is time to review and reconsider. Are there places where you’ve been a little naive? Where you’ve got some rose-colored glasses on? Conversely, where would a sense of softness and compassion be soothing or supportive? All the -re words are up: REview, REvise, REframe, REnew, REdefine, REly, REconsider, etc. Where is your Pisces house? What experiences have you had there? What revamping or reassessment is necessary in this area of life?

Mercury in Cancer trines Neptune RX in Pisces at 29 degrees- The 29th degree of a sign can signify a little anxiety. There’s change in the air, because we know the next degree means we are in a new sign aka new territory. We may get some messages of support on this day, as we continue to rework our Pisces house. We may find a sense of peace or expansiveness in the way we think or perceive. Even if we make an error or miscalculation (Mercury’s trickster energy) we may find we arrive exactly where we are meant to be. 

Mercury moves into Leo- We may find our thinking becomes a little more self-centered. That word can have several connotations. Either way, deemed as “good” or “bad”, the focus needs to be on self. If you’ve been focused on loved ones, you may notice you’ve been neglecting yourself. Centering on your own needs and desires is not selfish. In order to be in a relationship with others, we need to look within and consider how we fit in the equation. We may find this energy helps us speak up for ourselves if we are feeling under appreciated or taken for granted. Where are your supporters? How can you tend to and fan the flames of your internal fires if they’ve been too low or too high? Center on self so you can provide what is needed internally. If you need some love or tenderness, look to some of your “fans”.

Sun in Cancer squares N.Node in Aries at 11 degrees- What is being highlighted here? Stress? Tension? A need to get the ball rolling somehow? Have your Cancer house activities felt neglected? Is there a tug-of-war between staying at home or going out? Maybe you feel a little burned out and looking for some soothing attention at home? A good book? A movie with a loved one, time by some water, a good hug? Conversely, maybe you feel you need a little alone time?

Venus in Cancer trines Saturn RX in Pisces at 19 degrees- Sometimes a “no” is not such a bad thing. Maybe we get a break from responsibility. Maybe whatever didn’t work out was upsetting but something better comes along. Suddenly we have some downtime with a loved one, or we get a day off and can get some much needed R & R. The same old same old never felt so good. 

July 3

Mercury in Leo opposes Pluto RX in Aquarius at 1 degree- Do you feel empowered or powered over? We may become aware of power dynamics. It could feel like a me against the world kind of feel. Say what you mean and mean what you say. Be authentic. Notice when you are trying to control a situation. How is it working out for you? For the other? We are dealing with fixed energy so refusing to budge could be part of the equation. We may notice people trying to throw their weight around by sharing their ideas and beliefs in an aggressive fashion. Our thoughts could go zero dark thirty quickly too aka depressed, heavy, or fear based.  

July 5

New Moon in Cancer at 14 degrees-This new Moon is squaring the nodes, so we may feel we are at a choice point or some kind of crossroads. Which way do we go? Which makes you feel more safe and secure? Is it an old way, so therefore, you know what you’re getting into? Less risk? This is a New Moon so trying something new may bring up more fear–but feel the fear and do it anyway. Saturn in Pisces is offering a trine, so that almost feels like you’re getting the OK from your boss to run with it. Venus is close to this New Moon as well, so maybe our friends, family, and loved ones are offering their love, support, and guidance. 

Mars in Taurus sextile Saturn RX in Pisces at 19 degrees- Concerted effort. Disciplined action. Focus that’s needed to get something accomplished. Purposeful. Stalwart. Determined. Stubborn. What’s worth your blood, sweat, and tears. You may feel like a goal is attainable with hard work and effort. Getting the job done and feeling the pride of doing the work. 

July 6

Venus in Cancer squares Chiron in Aries at 23 degrees- This could have some “ouch” energy when it comes to our relationships. We may feel exposed, vulnerable, and a little raw. Have you ever gotten a sunburn? Remember how sensitive your skin is afterwards. Consider what may soothe some of the chafing, but what’s done is done. What’s been said has been said. How do you work with what’s left? Some things may have been said in the heat of the matter or some impulsive action was taken. If you are the injured party, can you try to stay in the conversation and not scamper away? Or maybe you need to lick your wounds a bit first? If you did the injuring, can you own up to what was said and done? Be aware that everyone could be feeling sensitive. Something was activated and now it’s out. How do you want to clear the air?

July 8

Venus in Cancer sextiles Uranus in Taurus at 26 degrees- After the transit with Chiron the other day, this energy may help you reach an “aha” moment. Something could become startlingly clear. Now that you know, what do you want to do? Are you looking for some freedom? Autonomy? Loyalty? Some supportive action? Uranus, the Great Awakener, has brought the klieg light. Go ahead and look. It could provide the information you need to break free from some stifling situation. We are dealing with water (Cancer) and earth (Taurus) and a sextile brings the energies together in a helpful way, so consider how noticing/sitting with your emotions could help ground you in a way that brings you a sense of freedom.

Mercury in Leo sextiles Jupiter in Gemini at 9 degrees- Things are looking more positive or optimistic. Your perspective gets a helping hand and you can see the bigger picture. Be willing to meet this energy and you may feel the exuberance of Jupiter. Details come together. A plan comes inline. Your ideas find an audience. You feel the support that’s needed to get a project off the ground. 

Mercury in Leo trine North node in Aries at 9 degrees- The boost from Jupiter could give you the oomph you need to take a risk. It may feel uncomfortable or awkward because it’s not in your “wheelhouse” but you may even feel like it’s all fated. Notice how your hungry for something new. 

**My intention with these weekly astrology reports is something like looking at a weather app. If you know it will rain, you’ll bring an umbrella. Awareness can help us navigate the Astro “weather” too. I  hope to share this information in an easily digestible way (not too much jargon).  Please read this information knowing that these energies can appear in higher or lower forms.