Mars’ entrance to your sign on July 4 makes you a force to be reckoned with! This influence motivates you to pursue your goals and earns you attention for your willpower, charisma, and courage. On the same day, Mercury slips into Cancer, and decision-making becomes a matter of blending intellect and instinct for the next two weeks. The July 13 Capricorn full moon highlights the power of belief, as well as the fear of the unknown. Avoid taking others’ differences of opinion as a threat to your safety. Organizing your thoughts before you enter a debate can be helpful.
Once Venus enters Cancer on July 17, a romance could blossom with a neighborhood acquaintance. Getting out in your local scene offers fun opportunities, so consider visiting a museum, exploring cooking classes, or taking in a concert. Mercury’s July 19 entrance to magnanimous Leo makes it easier to express yourself around family. Use this transit to define your love language! On the same day, wound-healer Chiron stations retrograde, suggesting that you can find solutions for overcoming anxieties in your dreams. You are more introspective about what triggers self-doubt now, helping you get to the root of the problem.
After the sun enters Leo on July 22, prepare to build a strong foundation in self-confidence in the month ahead, and use the July 28 Leo new moon to set intentions for discovering what makes you feel secure in your identity. Jupiter stations retrograde on the same day, encouraging you to review beliefs and spiritual convictions that are leading you to improper conclusions. Where might you be optimistically deceiving yourself?