Add These Dates to Your G-Cal:
- July 3: Full Moon in Capricorn
- July 10: Mars enters Virgo and Mercury enters Leo
- July 17: New Moon in Cancer and The North Node enters Aries
- July 22: The Sun enters Leo and Venus Retrograde begins in Leo
- July 28: Mercury enters Virgo
You’re soaking up the spotlight as we finish up Cancer season, Libra! This is an important time to make progress on some of your goals. Once Leo season begins later this month, you’ll be in an outgoing and social mood. But first, the month starts off with Venus in Leo ramming into Uranus in Taurus on July 2. Unexpected support can arrive, especially as it relates to your goals or hobbies. You may also have exciting and surprising encounters, or make an impromptu decision regarding the way you invest your energy and resources.
The Astrology of July 2023
House of Intuition Full Moon in Capricorn Candle
The Full Moon in Capricorn on July 3 shines the spotlight on your personal and professional life. You may be releasing a connection to the past, or experiencing a change in your living situation and/or a relationship with an important person in your life. It’s also possible to experience career developments at this time.
Mars, the planet of action and drive, moves into Virgo on July 10, making your life busier. It will be more important than ever to carve out time for rest and relaxation. This is also a powerful time to release old patterns, habits, and limiting beliefs. Hidden enemies may also be projecting their beliefs onto you. Maintain your boundaries! On the same day, Mercury enters Leo, bringing news about some of your goals for the future. You’re feeling social today, so meet up with friends.
The North Node enters Aries and the South Node enters Libra on July 17, bringing fated changes to your relationships and sense of identity over the next 18 months. Over the next year and a half, expect changes in your close connections, exciting business collaborations, and meeting people who eel like they were destined to be in your life.
On the same day, a New Moon in Cancer breathes fresh air into your career. Perhaps you’re starting a new job or taking on a new important role. Your hard work is recognized. Later in the day, Mercury in Leo collides with Jupiter in Taurus, stirring up an exciting and social atmosphere. This is a wonderful day to practice your elevator pitch and share your ideas far and wide. You may also learn about some exciting financial news.
July 20 brings quite a contrast in the cosmos. The Sun in Cancer meets with Neptune in Pisces, which creates a productive atmosphere and allows for creative problem-solving. At the same time, Mars in Virgo clashes with Saturn in Pisces, adding tension and frustration to your daily routine. You may need to assert your boundaries and say no. The following day, the Sun in Cancer stares down Pluto in Capricorn, reigniting power struggles at work or in important relationships. At the same time, you have an opportunity to experience a cathartic release. Block out the haters and stand firm in your talent!
Venus, the planet of love, harmony, and finances, goes retrograde on July 22. Old friends may reappear in your life and you may also be rethinking some of your hopes and dreams for the future. Are you values in alignment with the people you associate with? At the end of this transit, you will feel more certain and grounded in your friendships and might even say goodbye to a friend or two.
The Sun enters Leo on the same day, putting you in a more outgoing and social mood. It's Leo season, after all! Over the next month, you’re ready to try new experiences and collaborate with others. The next day, Mercury in Leo collides with Uranus in Taurus and shocking secrets can be revealed—or surprising emotional or financial support can arrive.
Mercury in Leo and Venus in Leo stir up harmony in all of your connections when they meet on July 27. You can learn some exciting news about one of your hopes for the future. Perhaps you’re rubbing shoulders with a person of influence? This is also a wonderful day to smooth over misunderstandings within your social circles. Make the most of today by planning a date or spending time with loved ones. Celebration is in the air! The month winds down on July 28 when Mercury enters Virgo, putting you in a reflective mood. Now is the time to catch up on rest. Your intuition is more active, so lean into your gut feelings over the next few weeks.
