The Astrology of July is a live wire.
In the final days of June…
Mars entered Gemini (June 28 - August 1)Mercury stationed Retrograde in Cancer (June 29 - July 23)the Moon was Full in Capricorn (June 29 at 19:56 eastern)& Jupiter entered Leo (June 30 - July 26, 2027)
If that sounds like a whirlwind, it’s because it was.
It set the stage for July to be one of the most monumental months of the year.
In addition to the Mercury Rx that carries us through July, two other planets station retrograde this month:
Neptune Retrograde in Aries (July 7 - December 12)Saturn Retrograde in Aries (July 26 - December 10)
Although these retrogrades WILL invite distinct reflection around our journey so far, since Neptune & Saturn entered the fire sign earlier this year, these planets spend about 50% of the year in retrograde every year.
This means we’ve spent 50% of our lives with these planets in retrograde (as opposed to Mercury which equates to about 17%). All this to say - these retrogrades are a little more business-as-usual than a Mercury Retrograde.
The astrology of July is SO radical that these retrogrades do not get their own mention in this month’s episode. So now that that’s out of the way, let’s dive in.
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Jupiter in Leo square Chiron in Taurus ✧ June 30 - August 2, 2026
Peaks on July 2, 2026
THE FREQUENCY: Evocative Healing. Potential to clear deep-seeded wounds around the worth of your most radiant expression. Growth through challenge.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Name and claim the true worth of your authentic expression. Journal it out. Engage in Mirror Work. Glamour magick & warding the body.
Mars conjunct Uranus in Gemini ✧ June 28 - July 13, 2026
Peaks on July 4, 2026
THE FREQUENCY: Planet of action, drive & aggression meets the electric planet of disruption. Sparks fly. Friction & divine tenstion yield RESULTS. Agitation likely.
THE OPPORTUNITY: NERVOUS SYSTEM REGULATION!! Get energy work done. Take a deep breath. Respond > React. Map out your plan & TAKE ACTION.
Venus in Virgo ✧ July 9 - August 6, 2026
THE FREQUENCY: During her stay in Virgo, Venus is ruled by Mercury (mainly Rx) in Cancer. Venus in fall - but also it’s Venus in the temple, in communion with Divine.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Devotional work. Altars & petition work with your Spirit Team. Slow down the analytical mind with Moon Breath.
Mercury Cazimi in Cancer ✧ July 9-17, 2026
Peaks on July 12, 2026
THE FREQUENCY: Mercury sits “in the heart of the Sun.” Securing your emotional boundaries & borders. What were your greatest lessons in the Jupiter in Cancer era? Expansion, maturity, graduation possible.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Get reflective. Grab a journal, wash a mirror with rose water & do some scrying mirror work. What do I still need to integrate/know?
New Moon in Cancer ✧ July 14, 2026
Exact at 05:43 eastern
THE FREQUENCY: Conjunct Mercury Rx. Contemplative, saltwater moon. Lunar retreat. Healing the shadow of the Dark Feminine. Inner Mother Wound tending.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Major time for reflection & ritual. Let yourself go dark. Explore your emotional realm. What is the quality of your inner ocean?
Rare Astrological Formation! ✧ Barbault’s Basket
This is one of the most highly-anticipated astrological alignments of our lifetime.
The astrology of the moment is coded for a massive collective reset and potential global paradigm shift that ripples through every facet of life. It also points to a complex reorganization, rather than an instant utopia.
Here’s a quick breakdown of all of these aspects:
Revolutionary Visioning ✧ July 7 - December 12, Peaks on July 15Uranus in Gemini sextile Neptune Rx in Aries
Transformation by Storm ✧ May 6 - October 15, Peaks on July 17Uranus in Gemini trine Pluto Rx in Aquarius
Dreaming into Being ✧ July 7 - August 16, Peaks on July 20Jupiter in Leo trine Neptune Rx in Aries
Alchemical Tension ✧ June 30 - August 16, Peaks on July 20Jupiter in Leo opposite Pluto Rx in Aquarius
Flash of Genius ✧ June 30 - August 11, Peaks on July 21Jupiter in Leo sextile Uranus in Gemini
Reclaiming Lucidity ✧ July 7 - October 15, Peaks on July 25Neptune Rx in Aries sextile Pluto Rx in Aquarius
We do a deeper dive into the majority of these aspects in my instant-access Jupiter in Leo Celestial Ceremony. Upgrade your membership to access the replay below:
The workshop is part-experience, part-wisdom-share, and includes features that the free episode excludes, like:
⟢ An Intuitive Journaling Practice ⟣ reflecting on the Jupiter in Cancer journey that began in June 2025, and opening to the Jupiter in Leo era that opens on June 30, 2026.
⟢ A Meditation to Expand the Electromagnetic Field of Your Heart ⟣
⟢ In-Depth Descriptions of the World-Bringing Aspects ⟣ tangible wisdom + guidance to navigate Jupiter’s connection to Neptune, Pluto, Uranus, Saturn, Chiron, and the Lunar Nodes.
Sun in Leo ✧ July 22 - August 22, 2026
THE FREQUENCY: Ruler of Jupiter for the next year, the Sun conjoins the planet of expansion in the fires of Leo. Authenticity reigns. The next day, Mercury stations direct.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Get creative. Express yourself. Remember to let life be FUN. Schedule time for play & recreation. Inner child healing.
North Node in Aquarius, South Node in Leo ✧ July 26, 2026 - March 26, 2028
THE FREQUENCY: The collective focus shifts from ideation to structurally-supported change. Destiny Quest ruled by Uranus in Gemini & Saturn in Aries.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Gather the wealth of the South Node in Leo: fun, play, expression, creativity & use it to launch the change you wish to see in the world.
The Lunar Nodes set the tone for the overarching collective transformational journey, and this shift to the Aquarius-Leo axis is positioned to create real waves of tangible change, karmic accountability, and bridge the emotional body and intellectual mind.
Join me on Thursday, July 23 for DESTINY PORTAL ⋆ a Celestial Ceremony to orient to a new Nodal journey ✧ we will…
✦ explore the archetypal imprint of the Lunar Nodes & the Aquarius-Leo axis✦ delve into what this transit means for the collective & for YOU✦ close out the Pisces-Virgo era & welcome this next chapter in ritual space
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Full Moon in Aquarius ✧ July 29, 2026
Exact at 10:35 eastern
THE FREQUENCY: Co-present with the Nodes, this Full Moon activates the Basket: the Moon sits 2° away from Pluto, & the Sun is exactly conjunct Jupiter.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Leverage this moment for the fulfillment of your Soul Purpose. Keep your focus. Receive support. Prepare well for global shifts.
Jupiter Cazimi in Leo ✧ July 22 - August 8, 2026
Exact at 10:35 eastern
THE FREQUENCY: Jupiter sits “in the heart of the Sun.” Jupiter Cazimi lights up the Full Moon & ushers us into a highly sensitive manifestation portal. Commit to your authenticity. Radiate your essence.
THE OPPORTUNITY: Join me for the Lion Heart Manifestation Challenge, August 1-8, by donation to be held through this portal! Jupiter Instant Access Course.
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