Health and work are our focus as the week begins. Take concrete steps to develop a healthier body and mind. Rather than using criticism, attempt to communicate with a more productive approach: define an issue and find ways to improve upon it.
By the middle of the week, the temptation to overindulge can be strong. If possible, lean towards the more practical side of things. The Mars-Saturn conjunction, exact on Thursday, can assist us since it helps to restrain our impulsiveness.
Mercury leaves Gemini and enters Cancer on Thursday. Our thoughts become more influenced by emotion. The Scorpio Moon on Friday and Saturday intensifies emotions even more. Everything is deeply felt. By Friday we may feel a shift in our financial situation or a shift inside regarding what we feel is really important to our life.
Our feelings get more dramatic and passionate as Venus enters the fire sign of Leo on Saturday. Get out of the house on Sunday and enjoy the company of others. Take a hike in nature or explore new places.
Monday, July 7
Moon sextile Sun
Venus quincunx Neptune
The Virgo Moon puts an emphasis on health and work through Tuesday. A desire to be helpful and improve things may prevail. A pleasant feeling and sense of well being may be felt between 12 – 1:00 pm. Someone or something may influence you today; expectations may be high and you may be ready to go along. It might not be all it seems in the long run.
Tuesday, July 8
Moon square Pluto
Moon enters Libra
Mars conjunct Saturn
This morning around 10:15 am emotions could intensify and you may feel things deeply. At 11:30 am the Moon enters Libra, sending a rush of new energy onto the scene, and you may want to initiate action. The best way to use these energies is to look at life’s challenges as something you can handle rather than feeling overwhelmed. Don’t resist the testing of your capabilities through challenges that come your way. Don’t give up, use determination and be persistent. Change your mindset if needed. The planets support you in accomplishing a lot if you are disciplined, focused and aware of sensible limits. If you are a willing recipient, the planets are also available to give strength, determination and courage to tackle difficult problems. You must act, but with a sense of planning. You are now pressured to find better ways of doing things.
Wednesday, July 9
Sun opposite Jupiter
Moon square Sun and Jupiter
Confidence is high and emotions can be unrestrained. The danger is that you may overestimate yourself. People can exaggerate and you could take unwise risks. You may feel very generous but don’t let your emotions run away with you. Nevertheless, there is opportunity for productive growth. Spend money or extend your energy only where it is necessary; the tendency to be overly optimistic can be costly. Certain expenses may arise; if possible delay a few days to find a lower price. Try to use some self-restraint.
Thursday, July 10
Mercury opposite Pluto
Mercury enters Cancer
Moon enters Scorpio
This is a very active day of planetary energy! You may find it difficult to stay objective since emotions can distort perceptions, or obsession with an idea could take over. You may become involved in a conflict of wills with another person who has different ideas. Don’t be talked into something you don’t believe in. Someone may try hard to convince you of something you would rather not accept, or vice versa. It may be difficult to bring a conflict out in the open and manipulation is possible.
These are actually great aspects for doing research or psychotherapy. Voicing your anger or feelings is important, but doing it in a way that is controlled and directed rather than impulsive is best now.
A period of opportunity, which is good for gaining insight into yourself and others, occurs from 5:10 – 8:15 pm. At the end of the day, you may feel back on track with renewed strength and purpose.
Friday, July 11
Sun quincunx Chiron
Venus quincunx Pluto
In the morning between 8:30 – 9:30 am, you can accept your responsibilities and get things accomplished.
You may feel uncertainty around relationships, finances or resources. Adjustments may be needed. There could be confusion in relationships, or lack of clarity about what each person considers important. This could lead to a turning point, penetrating to the core of the problem. Emotions and compulsions can intensify, creating dramatic scenarios.
Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13
Venus enters Leo
Sun trine Moon
Moon enters Sagittarius
The mood lightens up. Enthusiasm grows for doing something different today. You are ready for a change of scenery. Get out of the house and explore nature. Travel to new places. Enjoy the company of others and have meaningful conversation. Intuition is stimulated so listen to your gut and follow its lead.
