Add These Dates to Your G-Cal:
- July 2: Mercury enters Leo
- July 5: New Moon in Cancer
- July 11: Venus enters Leo
- July 20: Mars enters Gemini
- July 21: Full Moon in Capricorn
- July 21: Venus in Leo sextile Jupiter in Gemini
- July 22: Sun enters Leo
- July 25: Mercury enters Virgo
Your confidence is growing, Gemini! Cancer season reminds you that you are full of unique skills, gifts, and talents. No one else can do it like you! This can be a busy time for work, personal projects, hobbies, and family responsibilities. At the same time, it’s this added work that brings more attention and compliments your way. You may be focused on your finances, dreaming up new ways to support yourself or feeling like you’re eager to get back on track with a financial goal.
The month kicks off with you learning important news once Mercury, the planet of information, enters Leo on July 2. New, important conversations begin—maybe you’re applying for a job, pitching an idea to a creative collaborator, or feeling ready to tell someone you love them.
You know that rest is needed for success when Mars in Taurus connects with Saturn in Pisces on July 5. You could have an exciting idea brewing in your imagination or be working on a project behind the scenes, but your best ideas come to you when you slow down and recharge. This is an important day for finding a healthier work-life balance and committing to a spiritual practice to calm your nervous system and mind. On the same day, there’s a New Moon in Cancer that freshens up the area of your life that has to do with finances and work. Maybe you’re up for a promotion or raise, or you realize that your job no longer feels fulfilling. You can decide to make an important investment—whether that be financial or an investment in your future, like deciding to learn a new skill.
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You’re receiving some fortunate news when Mercury in Leo connects with Jupiter in Gemini on July 8. This is a great day for hearing “yes,” whether it’s someone agreeing to go on a date with you or getting a promotion. Ask for what you want! On July 11, Venus in Cancer mingles with Neptune in Pisces, bringing you good news at work. Maybe someone important throws your name around for a raise or promotion. Later in the day, Venus, the planet of relationships, enters Leo. Over the next few weeks, you’re craving mental stimulation in the love department. You want witty banter and sexting! You’re eager to share experiences and spend time with people you can learn from. You may also have more social plans or make a decision to spend your free time studying something you love.
The following day, on July 12, there’s some unavoidable drama when Venus in Leo sits across from Pluto in Aquarius. If there are any topics you’ve been avoiding, today it’s time to address them. You’re having discussions regarding power, control, jealousy, and taboo topics. Words can heal or hurt today. You’re having a big breakthrough on July 15 when Mars and Uranus, both in Taurus, unite in the sky. You may decide to cut out a bad habit or have a powerful memory resurface. There is some sort of breakthrough in your subconscious, allowing you to own up to self-defeating habits and inspiring you to make a lasting change.
Mars, the planet of motivation and anger, enters your sign on July 20. The next few weeks bring more attention your way. This can be a busy and productive time for making progress on any goals you’ve set for yourself. You may also need to be more diligent in protecting your boundaries and advocating for your needs. You’ll find that more people seem to be attracted to you and what you have to say, and along with this increased attention comes some jealous haters, too. Use your discernment in choosing who is worthy of your time and energy.
The Full Moon in Capricorn on July 21 brings a financial matter to a close. Maybe you finally paid off your credit card, or you’ve finished successfully switching insurance plans. Emotionally, this is a powerful day to break free from the past and make peace with any feelings of shame, guilt, or fear that have held you back. A new beginning emerges. On the same day, Venus in Leo meets with Jupiter in your sign, bringing good times your way. You could be celebrating exciting news in your personal life—like an engagement, a new job, or just a fun summer party. New people may show up to support some of your ideas, so ask for what you want and send out your elevator pitch.
The Sun enters Leo on July 22, making the next few weeks a curious and social time. This Leo season, you could be spending more time with friends and family, doing some summer traveling, or taking a workshop and learning something new. You may also feel like you’re pulled in a million directions and a part of a thousand group text threads—you’re in high demand!
Later in the day, the Sun in Leo stares down Pluto in Aquarius, stirring up intense conversations and asking you to face your fears. Your discussions are anything but light-hearted today, and you may need to set boundaries or face your past. Fortunately, Mercury, the planet of communication, enters Virgo a few days later on July 25. This helps you communicate effectively, especially regarding matters at home, in your personal life, and with family members. Mercury will go retrograde in this part of your chart early next month, so pay attention to clues and topics that take up your mental energy. There’s more to unfold in just a few weeks!
Stephanie is an astrologer, psychic medium, and witch. She’s studied the mystical arts for over a decade including the stars, mediumship, palm reading, tarot, curanderismo, and more. She is the author of Seasons of the Zodiac: Love, Magick, and Manifestation Throughout the Astrological Year and host of the podcast Daily Horoscope for Your Zodiac Sign. Her work has also appeared in Refinery29, Well + Good, Bustle, among other publications, and she has appeared on the Today Show as an astrology expert and modern mystic.