July is likely to bring an unexpected romance and joy into your life. As Venus moves into Gemini on the July 4th, with Uranus following suit on July 7th, your world of joy and pleasure is likely to be shaken up in the best way possible. You might meet an exciting new person that is not your usual type and yet sparks fly between the two of you. It could be that you reconnect with an old flame or simply rekindle the spark in your current relationship. There is also a myriad of other ways in which this transit could send an electric current through your life. You could have a surprise lottery windfall or become wildly passionate about new creative pursuits you haven’t even considered yet, but which you might enjoy immensely. Whichever the case, this summer you are going to feel truly alive. Venus’ graceful presence here is going to last just under a month, however Uranus is here to stay for the next 7 years. During this period your world is likely to be turned upside down whether by an unconventional romance, or an unexpected news of pregnancy, or finally deciding to travel abroad. Exploration of creativity, experimentation with your style and taking on new personal beliefs are all on the cards. The only thing that is guaranteed as the outcome of this chapter is your confidence in what truly brings you joy and what doesn’t. That confidence is going to make you unafraid in revealing your authentic self and if you follow what makes you profoundly happy, you’ll remain unphased about what others might think of it all.
The Full Moon on July 10th will have you taking a closer look at the relationship between your daily habits and your mental health. You might have been struggling with tension and stress at your workplace and trying to suppress those feelings, choosing not to share them with others. Alternatively, you could be grappling with a fear of revealing some of your more negative habits. If they’re unhealthy or bordering on addiction, it’s important that you seek help. Your partner, if you have one, your close friends and family – all are likely to be incredibly supportive if you come forward, regardless of the source of your struggle. Jupiter travelling through Cancer for the next 12 months is the best indicator of that proving true, and in July both Sun and Venus will also touch the sign of the crab known for its protectiveness. These planets are responsible in your chart for your partnerships and family, and all of them are a clear sign of gentle and unwavering support.
The New Moon in Leo on July 24th will be accompanied by Mercury retrograde. It could lead to rekindling an old flame of yours or reconnecting with a long-forgotten hobby of yours that used to bring you immense joy, but one that you abandoned in your youth. Either of those developments will be unexpected and it will make you feel alive and buzzing with excitement. Towards the end of the month, Venus will change sings on July 31st, moving into Cancer. She’ll find herself there in the company of Jupiter and that combination is indicative of a period of good health, effortlessly staying on top of your routines or, perhaps, even enjoying a fancy business trip abroad with a group of your colleagues. Either way, an exciting time is coming your way and there’s plenty of reason to look forward to it!
