Astrology by Lisa Stardust 

The week ahead is cosmically intense. Please try to take time for yourselves to relax when possible. The Super Full Moon in Capricorn occurs on July 13, shedding light on the areas of our lives that need change. Mercury in Cancer and Uranus in Taurus open our eyes to how we can grow on the 13th. Venus in Gemini links up with Saturn retrograde in Aquarius on July 13 and Neptune retrograde in Pisces on July 14. Relationships may be strained, as we are unsure of how to move them forward or what to believe. Don’t react. Try to work through the confusion by distracting yourself with creative activities. Pay attention to who you meet or the news you hear when Mercury connects with the Nodes of Destiny on July 14, it’ll be important to you later on. The Sun and Mercury align on July 16, making them “cazimi” (which means in the heart of the Sun). Expect to have many revelations then. Venus swims into Cancer on July 17, adding sentimentality and tenderness to our hearts. The Sun and Mercury harmonize with Neptune retrograde, making us unable to see the truth on July 17 — which is why we’ll be seeking it the following day. Mercury clashes with Pluto retrograde on the 18th (the day before it switches signs), creating intense and emotional communication with others. Mercury enters Leo on July 19, adding flair and passion to our words. The Sun and Pluto retrograde oppose each other later in the day, causing major ego hits that will affect us on a soulful level.

Witch tip: We are all going to need an energetic cleanse midweek, due to all of the cosmic energy that is floating around us. Take a moment out of your day and try to unwind through meditation. You can also take a soothing Epsom salt bath later in the evening to melt away a lot of the stresses in your life. Spark up a few white candles in your home on Monday (the Moon’s day) to shift the emotional energy and to make it lighter. Most importantly, don’t let other people’s negativity affect you. Energy is contagious, which is why it’s important to put a boundary up when you start to feel as if people are burning you out. 

Aries 

Most of the drama in your life is caused by your need to control matters. If you allow yourself to disengage from being a puppet master, you’ll find relationships and situations to be easier. The best advice is to disengage from the need to manipulate and take charge. Be chill.

Taurus 

It’s ok if you’re uncertain about the next steps you want to take. Use this week to think about how he wants to go about obtaining your goals. With ease, planning, and caution, you will find that your incentives and aspirations are easier to achieve than you thought. Don’t rush the process. 

Gemini 

No matter what the haters say or bring into your auric sphere, you have the ability to detox their negativity. Another great tactic would be to remove yourself from the drama and focus on your needs. Don’t let anyone stand between you and happiness. 

Cancer 

Looking at matters from a broader perspective will give you a different insight to how you can live your best life. This will allow you to see situations clearly without having any hesitations or setbacks. You can move forward without anything or anyone standing in your way. You got this!

Leo 

It’s important for you to pick your battles wisely. Instead of diving into one way of thinking, try to understand situations from all angles. Also, don’t invest energy into arguing over the small stuff. You have more important things to focus on and should be dealing with that — nothing else. 

Virgo 

It’s time you started focusing on what makes you happy. Being that you often give a lot of your time and energy to helping others, you should start to be more selfish. Putting yourself first will make you feel more in control of your life’s direction and boost your confidence.

Libra 

Growth happens from within. But, it takes a lot of time and care to heal past wounds. This week calls for you to embrace your shadow self and try to mend past hurts that are currently haunting your heart. Give yourself love and patience as you go through the process. 

Scorpio

Take a step back and allow yourself to think matters through before confronting others. Play detective to figure out the nuances and specifics of a situation before reacting. That way you can relish in the authority of knowing everything in your orb. And, there is nothing more powerful than that. 

Sagittarius 

This is a week of endings and new beginnings. Although things may seem glum, major transformations that are at play will open you up to amazing possibilities that can change your life in many ways. As long as you’re willing to do the work, matters will evolve swiftly and easily. 

Capricorn 

Relationships are on your mind, making it an ideal time to set boundaries with those who overstep. Then, everyone can act accordingly without ignoring the limits and structure that you’ve imposed in the partnership. Boundaries are a good way to set the standard in how you’d like to be treated.

Aquarius 

Lately, you’ve been focusing on micro matters instead of seeing things from a macro view. Don’t let little emotional setbacks keep you stuck. Look at life from a bigger perspective and decide how you want to proceed. There are limitless possibilities if you allow yourself to see them unfolding now.

Pisces 

Remember that you have a choice in every situation that you are a part of. You don’t have to bend to the will of others. On the contrary, you should make your own decisions and boundaries based on what defines you and what you are most aligned with at the moment.