For the week of July 3rd through the 10th, be sure to read your Rising Sign as well:
Aries
Neptune in your sign wants to make sure that you are in touch with those goals and aspirations that resonate with who you are in your heart of hearts. If that means withdrawing from the world for a bit in order to accomplish this, so may it be. Now that Neptune is well ensconced in your sign, you are being asked to double down in a way that you were not able to before. Conditions may have changed. There have been shifts, and perhaps you are now needing to readjust your inner gps system. So making this connection is that much more important in order to make sure that you are on the right path. Use this week to gain greater clarity. Do not assume that you already have all the answers. Be open to the New, the Untried, perhaps something different. Plan a trip. Ask the questions that need asking and be open to learning what needs learning. It could prove to be illuminating, and inspire you in ways that you had not been before. Do not be discouraged by any delays or detours.. these could prove to be to your advantage. This is not a time to rush. You might miss something. Reflect. Watch. Be open. Test the waters. See how you feel about any new information or experiences. This will benefit you in ways that you may not fully appreciate right now, but will in the future.
Taurus
The world is shifting on its axis and bringing us all along for the ride. There will likely be some changes coming up that will make Taurus that much more aware of what is in store. In the mean time, Neptune stations for its retrograde phase this week. For the 5 months that Neptune will be retrograde you will likely find yourself in serious reflective mode, which could bring up a number of feelings in the process. Some of those feelings will feel like they are conflicting. Neptune will often require us to live with ambiguity. And it would not be unusual to have to sit with that uncertainty while Neptune is in its retrograde phase. Ultimately the truth will be revealed. But for now just know that this uncertainty is part of the process. This is because you are being asked first and foremost how you truly feel about any pending changes in your life. In order to do this well you are needing to rely on your own deep connection with yourself. For that is ultimately where the answers will be found. Know also that you might not want to share with others what is being revealed to you. This is personal. It is valid to you. And may not be all that easy to explain to others any way. Therefore make time for introspection. Retreat for a bit. Reflect. Dream. It may seem counterintuitive at first. But in the long run it can be the very thing that is needed right now.
Gemini
Mars in Gemini could be stirring up all sorts of excitement this week as it makes its exact conjunction with Uranus on Saturday. You will never know what to expect with Uranus now that it is in your sign, but one thing that it aims to show you over the next 7 years are the things that make you unique. And this transit is trying to tune you in to what that is. Perhaps a talent. Perhaps something about yourself that you had taken for granted. Let it sink in and inspire you. Sometimes all it takes is to step outside of your comfort zone, or try something new. It can open up all sorts of possibilities that you might not have previously considered. One thing that can become apparent, is that you don’t necessarily have to keep doing things the way you have in the past, and that there may be better ways of doing things. This may require you to adjust your dreams and aspirations for the future For as you reflect on these it may occur to you that the aspirations of the past may no longer be valid for the person you are now and/or are becoming. On Tuesday, July 7th Neptune stations for its retrograde phase which beckons you to open your heart to the All, or to something that feels a bit larger than just yourself. Something worth thoroughly investing yourself in. Know that by doing so, the rewards can be exponentially greater than anticipated.
Cancer
Like a lightbulb turning on in the back of a much neglected closet, many things can come to light this week. And now that the closet door has opened and the light switched on things may tumble from off of a shelf and on to the floor. Pay attention to what you see there. It could be illuminating. Even surprising. So much so, that you could be filled with excitement for the possibilities that could unfold from this discovery. Just know that there is no need to rush into things just yet. Respect the speed bumps that are in the way. They are there to pace you, and keep you from doing anything impulsively. Hold on to that vision that may be unfolding. It will give you some insights into where you see yourself going in the future. In order to do this well, also pay attention to whatever feelings are being brought up in the process. In some way you are being urged to connect with your heart’s center. The planet Neptune is stationing for its retrograde phase this week at the very top of your natal or solar chart. Neptune has been urging you to do something or stand for something meaningful. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself considering the sorts of adjustments that you will be wanting to make. Even if you cannot do anything now, considering these changes helps you to map out an inner plan, that will ultimately allow you make your heart-felt goals a closer reality.
Leo
Just before Jupiter entered your sign, Mars made an exact sextile to Jupiter. Mars is now exactly conjunct illuminating and inspiring Uranus. Mars is drawing you to take some chances in the process. In some way it could feel as if you are being asked to step outside of your comfort zone. There could be the urge to jump in and change things quite quickly. 2 steps back, 3 forward, and another step back. The situation could change quite quickly when Jupiter meets Uranus through the introduction of Mars. It could feel like change is imminent. And it could even feel surprisingly so. It is in these times of transition that we are being asked to ride the wave of change in order to step into the life that is waiting. And that is true even in the face of what may appear to be extraordinary obstacles. It may even feel at times like you are base jumping out into the unknown. Stay at the center of the storm. And know that the end result can bring incredible growth and unexpected breakthroughs. It may require a little radical courage to pivot and adjust to the new normal. In some way you are being asked to expand and redefine who your are, and how you are going to be fitting into the new world that is now unfolding before you. Hold to your principles. Apply them to everything you do. And there’s no telling where this all will take you.
Virgo
On Tuesday, Neptune stations for its retrograde phase which will continue through December 12th. As a result you will find yourself reviewing all that you had learned, discovered and explored these many years past. Now that Neptune is in Aries it’s been taking a deep dive into the existential dumpster of your life, compelling you to confront some of your deepest secrets, your most salient fears, and what it takes to lay your heart on the public altar. Now you are going to be asking yourself how you feel about all this. One thing that Neptune is attempting to show you is that the only things that can truly harm you, are those things that are hidden beneath the surface. And that includes all those feelings. Planets being in the sign Aries compel you to consider how you feel about needing to rely on others. This is not something that Virgo necessarily feels comfortable with. It can take a leap of faith to place your trust in others, especially when things seem so inscrutable and unknowable. Yet there is also something deeply beautiful in placing your trust in the universe to provide, even if you have no reason to do so. This week could bring some illuminating twists and turns. Now that Neptune, along with Mercury, are both retrograde you are being that much more encouraged to go within, and ask yourself, how are you truly feeling about the changes that are transpiring?
Libra
In some ways it could feel like change is both imminent and inevitable. The world as a whole is going through some sort of cosmic shift, and it is taking you along for the ride. One thing that could become evident this week is that you are not alone. That there are others here with you as well. It will be hard to ignore. Humanity is being challenged to take part in some sort of evolutionary shift and everyone is going to be playing some sort of part. This could involve some shifts in our associations as well. For it could even feel as if the players are being shifted around on the board of life. Those who used to be allies seem to be drifting away, while others who were previously competitors are now our best friends. Now that Neptune is in Aries you may see yourself drawn to creatives, spiritual warriors, healers and those who share an inspired vision. The sorts of people that you don’t have to explain yourself to. Neptune can also be somewhat confusing. And as it is now stationing for its retrograde phase you may be wondering who is who and what is what. Neptune is rarely direct. It speaks in whispers and feelings rather than words. And feelings don’t always translate clearly. Use the retrograde period to sit with any uncertainty. Don’t assume or jump to conclusions. Just sit with it, and know that it will probably be those people that you don’t have to explain yourself to, that are the ones worth investing in. They will be making themselves known.
Scorpio
You may have thought that you had dealt with all those feelings, all of those fears, all of the things that leave you feeling barren and vulnerable. And then along came Uranus to cast all your skeletons on to the street, and all at once here you are. What once seemed so sacred, so needing of protection, is leading the charge. Secrets are revealed, and nothing is shocking any more. And in the process you are being given your power back. Lean into it. What can also be revealed are the remedies for that which ails you. On Tuesday, Neptune will station for its retrograde phase. Often during times of change or when things are very busy we have a tendency to ignore the very things that we need most for our well-being. But now that Neptune is entering its retrograde you will want to make more space for those things that not only support your physical well-being but also your emotional and spiritual well-being. For now that Neptune is in Aries, all of these will be connected. And it is during its retrograde that you would most benefit from putting some sort of spiritual practice into application. Something that could center you each day. Another way to serve this same purpose is by putting your ideals into practice in your everyday life. That may be as simple as acting more conscientiously. But it is ultimately about walking the walk as well as talking the talk.
Sagittarius
Now that your ruling planet Jupiter has entered Leo it is positioned to take part in a significant planetary picture for the month of July. This will allow you to benefit from many of the recent planetary changes that have occurred over the past year. One of these is a supportive 120º trine to the planet Neptune which stations for its retrograde phase this week. For those born in the early degrees of Sagittarius you could feel the positive energetic shift the strongest, but all Sagittarians can benefit from the transits that Jupiter is making this month. Jupiter/Neptune transits aim to bring us more in touch with our spiritual hopes and visions for the future. It could even be instrumental in getting you on track with a specific path and destiny. This is not necessarily something that will be immediately evident, for Neptune tends to speak to us in feelings, dreams and whispers. And in order to hear its voice you will need to turn down some of the noise in your life. This will be particularly true now that Mercury is also retrograde. And although Mercury is retrograde this could be an excellent time to travel abroad. For when you step away from the usual routines of your life, it can allow you to see more, feel more and sense more. And that’s the very medicine that will allow you to hear that still small voice that aims to inspire, and bring greater meaning and purpose to your life.
Capricorn
On the one hand a radical transit this weekend is attempting to free us up by showing us all the different alternatives that are available. Whether you take advantage of these is up to you. But do not be discouraged if you find yourself beset with other responsibilities that get in the way. Capricorns keep their promises, and are not likely to drop everything in order to pivot. You are needing a plan of action, and that takes time. But if you become aware of alternatives pay attention. They are trying to show you something about your potential and where you might ultimately want to be going in the future. In the mean time, Neptune is stationing this week for its retrograde phase which will last until December. During the retrograde phase you are being asked to think in terms of where you get that feeling of community, of belonging, or connecting. Where is that place and who are the people that make you feel this way? Is there somewhere in the past that has contained all those elements? And if not, what might that look like for you? Neptune can make these seem ephemeral and impractical. But it is precisely when Neptune is retrograde in Aries, that you are being asked to envision the perfect environment that would feed your soul. In the mean time, use Neptune’s retrograde phase to create beauty, peace and serenity in whatever environment you currently find yourself in, for doing this good work will bring its own rewards.
Aquarius
You may feel inspired to speak your truth, but something tells you to keep your own counsel this week. And this may be wise. There is something of a wait and see quality to the week. And this could be hard to do with a radical Mars/Uranus conjunction this weekend which could serve to shake us out of our lethargy. This could merely be the opportunity to take part in certain festivities over the weekend. This could serve to wake you up, and allow you to see things in a whole new light. In some way you are being asked to take a few risks by shaking up your usual routines. But if you choose not to that would also be okay. For you are also being called to go within, to retreat, reflect and connect with yourself. Go with that which calls you. Either way you will be wanting to keep your own counsel for now. You are needing to process. To make sense of the insensible. And in order to do that well you will need at least some time to turn down the noise, so you can hear that still small voice within. The spiritual and creative aspects of your life are trying to take hold in subtle ways, and you won’t want to ignore these any more. They aim to change your whole outlook. Trust the process no matter where it takes you. Whether you are inspired without or within, in some way something is trying to take hold.
Pisces
Your modern ruling planet, Neptune, is stationing this week for its retrograde phase. And as it does so it makes a trine to your traditional ruling planet, Jupiter. Trines are relationships of support and familiarity. By following the behests of Neptune stationing in Aries and Jupiter freshly ingressed into the sign of Leo, it could feel as if life is just naturally flowing in a direction that will lead to a more spiritually fulfilling life and lifestyle. There are different paths to get there, and finding the path that is right for you is essential. One way is through the world of the imagination, dreams and enchantment. These are worlds that transcend the mundane world, and dare you to explore the far reaches of time and space. As a result this is a wonderful time to travel, to seek spiritual insights and to connect with Spirit in some significant way. Another way this becomes even more meaningful is when we come to the realization that you are not alone. That there are others here with you. Empathy, kindness and compassion thrive when we come to realize that we are all here swimming together in this great cosmic ocean we all life. Ways to connect with the behests of Neptune are actually even more effective during its retrograde phase: Do so through spiritual practices, mind/body disciplines, travel, being near the water, going on retreat or on spiritual quests, music, dance, art, and being in natural surroundings that let you connect with the wonders of the earth and the healing that she provides.