Mars continues to transit Aries for the beginning of the month, forming a sextile with Saturn. Although this aspect is helpful, it’s also tense, as Saturn’s strength, now stationing retrograde, pulls back on the forward momentum of Mars. Saturn’s retrograde and aspect on Mars demands careful consideration, prompting us to rethink impulsive actions. This may be a case of having to revisit our long-term plans repeatedly. On July 12, Mars enters Taurus, joining Uranus and Jupiter. This transit could be very disruptive, but whether that’s good or bad depends on what’s being disrupted. This may disrupt supply chains, for example, possibly due to power outages or issues with infrastructure. Natural disasters may be to blame. Expect some disruptions, especially around July 15, when Mars conjoins Uranus by an exact degree. The more positive expressions of Mars in Taurus, that of determined action with fortunate outcomes, are more likely as Mars joins Jupiter by mid-August, signalling a more hopeful period after some initial disturbance. Another expression of the erratic Mars-Uranus combination is likely felt at the Olympics, which may have a lot of stops and starts. But it may also show some new world records and personal bests. Let’s hope that’s all that’s broken. Jupiter buoys up Mars and Uranus. Ye whether that increases the chaos or holds things together depends on the circumstances. This combination may bring all kinds of breakthroughs and innovations in science and technology. Yet it may predominantly express itself in more extreme weather and major seismic activity. Mercury quickly moves from Cancer into Leo in July but slowly returns with its head bowed in contemplation come August. July prepares us for the review. It does so by slowing down the planning so we can reassess. In Cancer, Mercury is more emotional and reactive, especially when it’s opposed to Pluto in Capricorn. This brings a need for more security to offset the challenges we face around changes we have no control over. By July 19, Mercury enters Leo, crossing a sensitive point it will revisit twice more because of its retrograde in August. This may bring some initial chaos and uncertainty in practical matters such as travel, trade, and communications. The world may seem more unsafe. Mars aspects Mercury in both Cancer and Leo. This square aspect can cause strong reactions to perceived threats (Mercury in Cancer) and the need to express oneself (Mercury in Leo). With Mars also conjoining Uranus, we may say things we later regret, or try to push things through prematurely. Become a member to access the written report and a video forecast for your sign.
In June, Uranus transitions into Taurus after spending seven years in Aries, symbolizing a shift from warlike disruptions (Aries) to economic transformations (Taurus). Yet we mustn’t think planets leaving the sign of war puts an end to war. While it may take some of the surprise element away, as in, we are now aware of it, it doesn’t necessarily end them, unfortunately. Replacing Uranus in Aries is Mars, its ruler. Expect a surge of energy, both in personal wilfulness and assertiveness, as well as in wars. Uranus' unpredictable influence in Taurus suggests significant economic changes – because of wars. The one saving grace comes in the form of restrictive Saturn, an ally in Aquarius assuaging things from getting out of hand. Yet it remains to be seen how much Saturn can hold back Mars. Still, Saturn in Aquarius restricts Mars in Aries from becoming too impulsive and reckless. As Saturn slows its transit all month, leading to its retrograde by June 29, we feel the pushback against what we have envisioned for our futures in Aquarius. While these delays conflict with what we desire (Jupiter and Venus in Taurus) and value, Pluto’s continued retrograde in Saturn’s other sign Capricorn, leads to deeper changes in what we do because of these delays. Mars is the front runner in all of this in Aries, which means we may wish to run away from these big issues somehow. But we can also use Mars’ energy to focus on doing what we can while accepting what we cannot. The transits of June can be channelled to create focus and discipline, despite the setbacks of our long-term goals. And actually, we can use the setbacks themselves to get more focused. Now that Uranus is exiting Aries after seven years of chaos, Mars and Saturn can help us rally all our resources to do what we must to get ahead. We must be mindful of pushing something ahead that is not ready yet. Globally, many things will be rattled as Mars moves into a square with Pluto, the first ‘opening square since their conjunction in October 2023. Saturn, Mars, and Venus each occupy their signs—Aquarius, Aries, and Taurus respectively—allowing their energies to manifest more effectively and tangibly. This alignment could facilitate building new stability in our lives. There may be some discomfort, prompting us to seek a deeper meaning, but we can channel these planets’ strengths to dig deep and do what we must. Yet we may question why we are doing what we’re doing, either because it’s not enjoyable or because it’s not happening quickly enough. Despite these challenges, the alignment of Venus and Jupiter in Taurus brings a chance to appreciate what we have right now, whatever about what we want for the future. This period encourages a steadier, more grateful, and graceful, approach to life's challenges and the pursuit of deeper, more meaningful experiences amidst external turmoil. Become a member to access the written report and a video forecast for your sign.
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