Planetary Cycles
Sun Signs For July 2008
Summer Solstice brings a turning point, opening a new direction in life
The Summer Solstice on June 20, with the sun entering the sign of Cancer, brought our themes for the coming 90 days. An important turning point, the Solstice provides a symbolic pause in time to reflect on what we have experienced since last January's Winter Equinox, and a time to look ahead to what we may wish to create in the coming three months.
On June 19, Mercury returned to direct motion after being retrograde (apparent backwards motion) since May 26. As we enter the month of July, Mercury's return to direct motion energetically encourages us to move forward with plans and goals that may have been delayed.
Sun in Cancer brings energy to nurture our home and families
During the time that the sun is in the sensitive, nurturing, feminine, and highly intuitive water sign of Cancer, we naturally focus our energies on nurturing home and family. We may feel inspired to get to the yard work, the garden, or home improvement projects.
From June 20 until July 22, we become more attuned to our own, and our loved one's emotional needs. Those born with the sun, moon, or rising sign in Cancer need time to feel secure with people before they will share their vulnerability along with their nurturing energy and intuitive wisdom.
New moon in Cancer opens positive new possibilities
We have a new moon in Cancer on July 2, which, together with Venus, sets the theme for the coming four weeks by raising our awareness about our own emotional needs, and the needs of those we love. The “great awakener”, Uranus in Pisces, forms a favorable aspect to the sun-moon, urging us to open our eyes and our hearts to the voice of our own intuitive wisdom and allow it to guide us in all of our choices.
The planet of opportunity, Jupiter, joins in the favorable configuration, adding the possibility of expansion in new directions. The planet of transformation, Pluto, now retrograde, has returned to Sagittarius after having been in Capricorn since the last few days of January. This adds to the spirit of exploration, opening new possibilities for expansion in the next several months.
The full moon highlights emotional awareness and connection
The full moon in Capricorn, opposite the sun in Cancer, occurs on July 18, bringing to fruition the theme of emotional awareness. The full moon highlights our experience of connection and the progress we have made with our homes and families.
In mid-July, and particularly at the full moon, our intuitive and creative energy flows freely, and we are inspired with innovative ideas. The planet of action, Mars forms a very favorable triangle with expansive Jupiter, igniting our enthusiasm for new ventures and our professional or business growth.
Creative inspiration flows abundantly
In the last week of July, the planet of communication, Mercury enters a favorable aspect with Uranus, supercharging our minds with creative ideas and a download of intuitive understanding. Another aspect from Jupiter to Mercury expands on that theme, stimulating grand ideas.
On July 22, the sun enters the sign of the Lion, Leo, a fixed fire sign, ushering in the second (astrological) month of the Summer Season. The sun in Leo sparks romance, creativity, and playfulness, making the last week of July a great time to create opportunities for social gatherings, return to some of our creative projects, and focus on recreation.
“Best Days”
The very best days of the month to start new projects or relationships, acquire new clients, launch a creative project, apply for a new job, list your house for sale, and generally start anything new:
These days are excellent, (for PDT): July 2, 4, 14, 15, 16 20, and 23. The following days are also very good: July 3, 5, 17, 24. Acceptable days for new starts: July 18 and 19, 29 (after 8:30 am, PDT, and, July 30.
Avoid making new starts on the remaining days. Use the excellent days to launch important new projects, businesses, relationships, or to apply for a new job or list your property for sale.
Aries- This is a great month to spend time envisioning and creating your future. Since your future is unfolding as you have envisioned, use this time to establish new health routines that will support you in the very active coming months. Your work to expand your business or to advance in your career is undergoing some review until early September; having patience with this process and taking the time to build correctly will result in greater success as the autumn season approaches.
Taurus- Significant shifts in your life philosophy and spiritual awareness take place this month as you become clearer about your priorities with family. As a steadfast and responsible Taurus, many people rely on you, and this month, you find great pleasure in being able to find answers to an ongoing financial concern. Your intentions will be manifested when you absolutely know that they will. There is great support and relatives, as well as an appealing career opportunity.
Gemini- July is an exciting month with several new opportunities, including career decisions or changes that can lead to a greater financial flow. Now that Mercury is no longer retrograde, use this month to implement career or business changes by finding inspired long-term solutions to recent challenges. Your partners and family offer assistance; remember the power of gratitude to open your life to a greater flow of abundance.
Cancer- The last of some old habitual patterns with communication and proper use of power gets cleared this month, relieving you of frustration in communicating your higher understanding. Communication flows easily now and spiritually inspired creative ideas abound. People are naturally drawn to you and wish to hear what you have to say and to experience your beautiful, nurturing energy.
Leo - Much work to build your career or business has happened this year, and now, you reap some of the fruits of your efforts. Changes in the solidity of your investments affect your financial status, requiring your attention early this month. Do not try to go it alone; getting professional advice will be most beneficial. The July 2 new moon in Cancer may inspire you to develop a new health or fitness routine.
Virgo - Long standing issues in personal relationships and/or business partnerships heat up this month, and must come to resolution. In business, applying your spiritual wisdom as well as your experience and expertise to arrive at a mutually satisfactory agreement brings renewal of future goals. You will continue to be working extra hard as you endeavor to stabilize your life. Friends and romantic partners are supportive, and may bring innovative ideas.
Libra- Increased energy available for productivity in your work sparks new creativity and innovation, opening the channels for greater financial flow. Early to mid-July is a great time for travel that opens the gateway to new, and very inspiring experiences. You have the opportunity to resolve legal and educational issues freeing you to make plans with your home and family.
Scorpio - With Mercury in forward motion once again, frustrations and delays with business processes, contracts, and partnerships ends this month. The July 2 new moon highlights publishing, higher education and long distance travel. Expect changes with children or in your creative projects. Business and finances are flowering once again, and you are fortunate to receive support from many sources, especially organized groups.
Sagittarius - Pluto is back in your sign, where it will stay until late November. If there was any area of your life that still needed transformation after Pluto left your sign in late January, these next few months will provide the opportunity to address it. The July 2 new moon stimulates positive changes with shared resources or investments. Clearing any remaining issues with partners is easy when you follow your higher guidance.
Capricorn – The new moon highlights your partnerships, bringing positive changes that follow good communication with loved ones. With Pluto in your sign since late January, you have experienced much transformation in your way of being in the world and find that you are doing things very differently than in the past. Now entering Sagittarius, Pluto gives you a respite from deep personal work until late November. Health issues should be addressed in the early part of July.
Aquarius- At the new moon, just in time for the 4 of July celebration, love relationships, friends, and the people with whom you have much in common bring you great joy. A two-year cycle of hard work to restructure and improve your most important relationships comes to a close now, and you begin to see the fruits of your intentions in this arena of your life. The planet that moves us to transform our consciousness, Pluto, has left your sign for a few months, relieving you of the pressure to do focused inner work until late November.
Pisces – The new moon early this month stimulates creative expression and pleasurable pursuits. You find innovative new ways to express your artistic talent, and to interact with the children in your life. Issues in your professional life begin to resolve, leaving you freer to enjoy your work. Sharing inspiration with your friends and family helps you to feel more aligned with your spiritual purpose.
Carolina Eastwood provides in-depth personal astrology readings that open the doorway to fulfilling your life-purpose. Offices in Solana Beach and Poway. www.earthstarconsulting.com. or: Phone: 858/259-1590
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