Greetings, Earthlings!
This week brings relatively calm skies after a string of intense transits. If you navigated last week’s New Moon, Mars and Venus changing signs, and the solar eclipse, you’re in a good position to make the most of a quieter period. The recent New Moon eclipse set the stage for fresh starts, and that momentum is still active for the coming weeks.
Keep working with the karmic energy that’s in motion — it remains strong for a while longer. Although there aren’t many transits this week, a couple of them are significant. Uranus and Pluto are both making their presence felt, so expect sudden outbursts, power struggles, and dramatic-sounding conversations. Because we’re still within eclipse season, those exchanges can feel weightier than usual. You may be aiming to level up in one area of your life—or across the board—and the disruptive energy of Pluto and Uranus can trigger the necessary shifts. When those shockwaves arrive, the eclipse energy can support the next step.
Eclipse energy affects everyone differently, and it’s worth noting that Mercury is retrograde right now. Big changes may not materialize at all, but if they do, consider them signs that abundance or growth is near. Use this quieter week to prepare and integrate what’s already been set in motion.
Toward the end of the week we move into another Full Moon phase, which becomes a lunar eclipse in Capricorn next week. This is a good time to tie up loose ends so you enter the eclipse with clarity and readiness. Ask yourself: what wishes do you want to make during this eclipse cycle? Take practical steps now so when the eclipse arrives you can pursue your intentions without lingering distractions.
Hang in there — this intense season is winding down. Enjoy July, Earthlings!
Planetary Locations During July 8-14, 2019:
- Sun: Cancer (June 20 – July 23, 2019)
- Mercury: Retrograde in Leo (July 7 – July 19, 2019)
- Venus: Cancer (July 3, 2019 – July 28, 2019)
- Mars: Leo (July 1, 2019 – August 18, 2019)
- Jupiter: Sagittarius (Until December 2, 2019)
- Saturn: Capricorn (Until March 22, 2020; Retrograde April 29, 2019 – September 17, 2019)
- Uranus: Taurus (March 6, 2019 – August 19, 2021)
- Neptune: Pisces (Until January 2026)
- Pluto: Capricorn (Until October 12, 2024; Retrograde April 24, 2019 – October 2, 2019)
Daily Snapshots for July 8-14, 2019:
Monday, July 8
Sun: Cancer – Lead with nurturing energy at home and watch how success follows in other areas.
Moon: Libra – Acting as a gracious diplomat serves you well today.
Tuesday, July 9
Sun: Cancer
Moon: Libra
Wednesday, July 10
Sun: Cancer
Moon: Scorpio – This is a day for personal transformation and renewal.
Thursday, July 11
Sun: Cancer
Moon: Scorpio
Transits:
- Mars in Leo square Uranus in Taurus – Mars’ fiery drive clashes with Uranus’ disruptive unpredictability. Expect surprises: sudden tempers, unexpected remarks, or abrupt shifts. You can either keep a low profile until the surge passes or engage and accept the consequences. Remaining calm is generally the wiser choice.
Friday, July 12
Sun: Cancer
Moon: Sagittarius – A broad, optimistic perspective helps you see the bigger picture today.
Saturday, July 13
Sun: Cancer
Moon: Sagittarius
Sunday, July 14
Sun: Cancer
Moon: Capricorn – Take initiative on matters you want to endure and build for the long term.
Transits:
- Sun in Cancer opposite Pluto in Capricorn – This opposition highlights transformational change. The Sun’s attention on Pluto can expose hidden matters or prompt significant restructuring. Expect intense energy and potential revelations that shift your perspective. Use this time to confront what needs to be released or rebuilt.