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Leo Season: You Have The Power

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John William Waterhouse

John William Waterhouse

The Sun enters Leo on July 22nd at 10:50 PM EDT. This is the season of pride, joy, power and courage – the courage to fully express who you are and take pride in that. Leo’s power comes from the fire of conviction that you are the best/the leader/the centre. Whether or not you feel this about yourself, the vibe of Leo season is a good time to take stock of what you’re proud of, what empowers you and what brings you joy.

Leo is famously selfish and generous. And here we have the essence of distorted and healthy Leo. The distortion arises when ego is threatened and there are childish demands for attention. But the highest expression of this sign is unforced generosity, megawatt charm and romance – you just know you’re exceptional so others bask in your glow. And this in turn attracts more of the adoring audience because there are no rages or self-pitying dramas to repel people. Yes, focusing on how no one appreciates you is selfish – you’re turned inwards, to the exclusion of all else.

This is not meant to invalidate your crises or traumas. We all go through periods where we need to lick our wounds and shut out the world: this is essential for healing. But there is a season for everything and Leo season will illuminate areas where you have the power to show others what you’ve got, and where you can extricate yourself from situations that disempower you. The Sun rules this sign, so its light has never been brighter. If the spotlight seems harsh (you feel rejected, suppressed, cast out) consider why that is.

The Leo area of your chart will be lit up – it’s where you have something to create, celebrate or show off. Yes, really, even if it’s a seemingly small thing. What brings you joy? What are you proud of? Don’t compare yourself to what others are doing, just shine your own light.

Here are the aspects the Sun will make:

  • Jul 23rd: trine Ceres in Sagittarius (0 deg)

  • Jul 28th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 29th: square Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Jul 31st: New Moon in Leo (8 deg)

  • Aug 2nd: inconjunct Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (10 deg)

  • Aug 7th: trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Aug 7th: inconjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Aug 10th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Aug 14th: conjunct Venus (21 deg)

  • Aug 14th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 15th: square Vesta in Taurus (22 deg)

  • Aug 15th: Full Moon in Aquarius (22 deg)

  • Aug 21st: sextile Pallas in Libra (28 deg)

  • Aug 22nd: conjunct Juno (29 deg)

  • Aug 23rd: Virgo ingress

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Leo Season: You Have The Power

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John William Waterhouse

John William Waterhouse

The Sun enters Leo on July 22nd at 10:50 PM EDT. This is the season of pride, joy, power and courage – the courage to fully express who you are and take pride in that. Leo’s power comes from the fire of conviction that you are the best/the leader/the centre. Whether or not you feel this about yourself, the vibe of Leo season is a good time to take stock of what you’re proud of, what empowers you and what brings you joy.

Leo is famously selfish and generous. And here we have the essence of distorted and healthy Leo. The distortion arises when ego is threatened and there are childish demands for attention. But the highest expression of this sign is unforced generosity, megawatt charm and romance – you just know you’re exceptional so others bask in your glow. And this in turn attracts more of the adoring audience because there are no rages or self-pitying dramas to repel people. Yes, focusing on how no one appreciates you is selfish – you’re turned inwards, to the exclusion of all else.

This is not meant to invalidate your crises or traumas. We all go through periods where we need to lick our wounds and shut out the world: this is essential for healing. But there is a season for everything and Leo season will illuminate areas where you have the power to show others what you’ve got, and where you can extricate yourself from situations that disempower you. The Sun rules this sign, so its light has never been brighter. If the spotlight seems harsh (you feel rejected, suppressed, cast out) consider why that is.

The Leo area of your chart will be lit up – it’s where you have something to create, celebrate or show off. Yes, really, even if it’s a seemingly small thing. What brings you joy? What are you proud of? Don’t compare yourself to what others are doing, just shine your own light.

Here are the aspects the Sun will make:

  • Jul 23rd: trine Ceres in Sagittarius (0 deg)

  • Jul 28th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 29th: square Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Jul 31st: New Moon in Leo (8 deg)

  • Aug 2nd: inconjunct Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (10 deg)

  • Aug 7th: trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Aug 7th: inconjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Aug 10th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Aug 14th: conjunct Venus (21 deg)

  • Aug 14th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 15th: square Vesta in Taurus (22 deg)

  • Aug 15th: Full Moon in Aquarius (22 deg)

  • Aug 21st: sextile Pallas in Libra (28 deg)

  • Aug 22nd: conjunct Juno (29 deg)

  • Aug 23rd: Virgo ingress

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Venus’ Transit of Cancer: Mommy

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Charles West Cope

Charles West Cope

Venus enters Cancer at 11:17 am EDT on July 3rd.

Cancer is ruled by the Moon, which is about needs. Venus is about what you want. The two are very different, but when Venus enters this sign they are united. So think about what you want and need, and how they can come together in the next month. Consider the differences and how they might unite.

Venus in Cancer adds a very personal cast to all relationship, financial and self- esteem issues. It matters because it matters to you, end of story. Venus in Cancer is emotional, empathetic, moody. Love/affection is displayed via nurturing and there is no way to detach. Yes, it’s personal and if they don’t get it they don’t get you. Literally.

You want to feel safe and cuddled. Love is expressed with hugs. If there’s no emotional connection- f**k them.

Food.

We can’t forget about Cancer’s association with comfort food – chocolate, soup, mashed potatoes. Whatever you want and whatever makes you feel good. This is a potent blend of want and security. Mother, nourishment. Milk. How does this play out in your life?

Regardless of what your relationship is with your mother, this transit can take you to a place where you are aware of what you want and need, and it’s all about her. It’s potent because it’s based on the past.

How does what you want connect to your relationship with your mother? Do you need to change it or strengthen it?

Here are the aspects Venus in Cancer will make:

  • Jul 4th: inconjunct Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 8th: square Chiron in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 8th: sextile Uranus in Taurus (5 deg)

  • Jul 9th: trine Black Moon Lilith in Pisces ( 7 deg)

  • Jul 14th: sextile Vesta in Taurus (14 deg)

  • Jul 16th: inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (15 deg)

  • Jul 17th: opposite Saturn Rx in Capricorn (16 deg)

  • Jul 17th: square pallas in Libra (17 deg)

  • Jul 17th: conjunct North Node (17 deg)

  • Jul 18th: trine Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 21st: opposite Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Jul 24th: conjunct Mercury Rx (26 deg)

  • Jul 27th: Leo ingress

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Venus’ Transit of Cancer: Mommy

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Charles West Cope

Charles West Cope

Venus enters Cancer at 11:17 am EDT on July 3rd.

Cancer is ruled by the Moon, which is about needs. Venus is about what you want. The two are very different, but when Venus enters this sign they are united. So think about what you want and need, and how they can come together in the next month. Consider the differences and how they might unite.

Venus in Cancer adds a very personal cast to all relationship, financial and self- esteem issues. It matters because it matters to you, end of story. Venus in Cancer is emotional, empathetic, moody. Love/affection is displayed via nurturing and there is no way to detach. Yes, it’s personal and if they don’t get it they don’t get you. Literally.

You want to feel safe and cuddled. Love is expressed with hugs. If there’s no emotional connection- f**k them.

Food.

We can’t forget about Cancer’s association with comfort food – chocolate, soup, mashed potatoes. Whatever you want and whatever makes you feel good. This is a potent blend of want and security. Mother, nourishment. Milk. How does this play out in your life?

Regardless of what your relationship is with your mother, this transit can take you to a place where you are aware of what you want and need, and it’s all about her. It’s potent because it’s based on the past.

How does what you want connect to your relationship with your mother? Do you need to change it or strengthen it?

Here are the aspects Venus in Cancer will make:

  • Jul 4th: inconjunct Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 8th: square Chiron in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 8th: sextile Uranus in Taurus (5 deg)

  • Jul 9th: trine Black Moon Lilith in Pisces ( 7 deg)

  • Jul 14th: sextile Vesta in Taurus (14 deg)

  • Jul 16th: inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (15 deg)

  • Jul 17th: opposite Saturn Rx in Capricorn (16 deg)

  • Jul 17th: square pallas in Libra (17 deg)

  • Jul 17th: conjunct North Node (17 deg)

  • Jul 18th: trine Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 21st: opposite Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Jul 24th: conjunct Mercury Rx (26 deg)

  • Jul 27th: Leo ingress

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Mars’ Transit of Leo: Proud or Childish?

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Mars (actions, sexual energy, anger) enters Leo on July 1st. Leo is a Fixed (stubborn) sign that is concerned with pride, attention, self-expression and creativity. Mars can be bold and insistent in this sign, pushing for what seems essential (including romance and risk) because it’s a matter of pride. Ego drives actions. This can indicate confident actions or childish actions, depending on how aware the person is.

Confident actions come from a place of heat and calmness – you just know this is it and the heat of your assurance keeps you centered. Childish actions are a reaction to feeling ignored or insecure – you feel like you have to prove something.

Overall, this is a good transit for doing things that grab attention. But remember that Mercury will station Rx in this sign on July 7th (and will conjunct Mars) so there will be delays and questions.

Here are the aspects Mars in Leo in will make:

  • Jul 3rd: trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 8th: conjunct Mercury Rx (4 deg)

  • Jul 11th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 11th: square Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Jul 14th: inconjunct Black moon Lilith in Pisces (7 deg)

  • Jul 25th: trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Jul 26th: inocnjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Jul 30th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 31st: square Vesta in Taurus (18 deg)

  • Aug 3rd; conjunct Juno (20 deg)

  • Aug 4th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 8th: sextile Pallas in Libra (23 deg)

  • Aug 18th; Virgo ingress

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Mars’ Transit of Leo: Proud or Childish?

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Mars (actions, sexual energy, anger) enters Leo on July 1st. Leo is a Fixed (stubborn) sign that is concerned with pride, attention, self-expression and creativity. Mars can be bold and insistent in this sign, pushing for what seems essential (including romance and risk) because it’s a matter of pride. Ego drives actions. This can indicate confident actions or childish actions, depending on how aware the person is.

Confident actions come from a place of heat and calmness – you just know this is it and the heat of your assurance keeps you centered. Childish actions are a reaction to feeling ignored or insecure – you feel like you have to prove something.

Overall, this is a good transit for doing things that grab attention. But remember that Mercury will station Rx in this sign on July 7th (and will conjunct Mars) so there will be delays and questions.

Here are the aspects Mars in Leo in will make:

  • Jul 3rd: trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 8th: conjunct Mercury Rx (4 deg)

  • Jul 11th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jul 11th: square Uranus in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Jul 14th: inconjunct Black moon Lilith in Pisces (7 deg)

  • Jul 25th: trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Jul 26th: inocnjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (15 deg)

  • Jul 30th: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 31st: square Vesta in Taurus (18 deg)

  • Aug 3rd; conjunct Juno (20 deg)

  • Aug 4th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 8th: sextile Pallas in Libra (23 deg)

  • Aug 18th; Virgo ingress

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Mercury’s Transit of Leo and Mercury Rx

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Mercury enters Leo on June 26th. Words are juiced up with creativity, pride and glam. Ideas have added power as they grab attention – this is the transit of bold statements with an uncompromising edge (Leo is a Fixed sign).

Mercury in Leo can speak generously, beautifully and joyously if the speaker feels appreciated. But if the ego is bruised, this transit can trigger dramatic expressions of look-at-me anger that are out of proportion to the issue. Nothing will be said lightly during this transit.

Mercury also stations Rx in Leo, so there will be reviews and questions about the initial bold statements. This means that what you hear or say (at first) should not be taken at face value. Even if the words are delivered with incendiary charisma and the full force of conviction, there will be reason to look again. Mercury Rx in Leo asks “Is this really the best? Is there something else going on behind the shine?”

As Leo is also the sign of self-expression and creativity, this retrograde will give you a chance to refine your words so they communicate who you really are/what you really think. Now, when you go through the Rx process of reviews/second guessing, there may be some censorship. But the ultimate purpose will be for you to run those ideas through the forge a second or third time, so by the time Mercury stations direct your ideas will be solid gold and honed to perfection. Mercury in Leo can be the celebratory voice.

Mercury’s Rx will take it back into Cancer, so part of this process will involve looking inwards to reconnect with essential truths. Once you connect with the truth in the pit of your stomach, you can work on rephrasing or seeing the information in a new light.

As always with Mercury Rx, expect delays, miscommunications and messages/messengers from the past. Mercury direct is when you should see progress.

Here are the aspects Mercury will make:

  • Jun 29th: trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 7th: Rx at 4 deg

  • Jul 8th: conjunct Mars (4 deg)

  • Jul 18th: trine Ceres in Sagittarius (0 deg)

  • Jul 19th: returns to Cancer

  • Jul 21st: conjunct Sun (28 deg)

  • Jul 24th: conjunct Venus (26 deg)

  • Jul 31st: direct at 23 deg

  • Aug 11th: returns to Leo

  • Aug 13th: trine Ceres in Sagittarius (2 deg)

  • Aug 15th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Aug 16th: square Uranus Rx in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Aug 19th: inconjunct Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (12 deg)

  • Aug 21st: inconjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (14 deg)

  • Aug 21st: trine Jupiter in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Aug 22nd: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Aug 24th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 26th: square Vesta in Taurus (24 deg)

  • Aug 29th: Virgo ingress

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Mercury’s Transit of Leo and Mercury Rx

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Mercury enters Leo on June 26th. Words are juiced up with creativity, pride and glam. Ideas have added power as they grab attention – this is the transit of bold statements with an uncompromising edge (Leo is a Fixed sign).

Mercury in Leo can speak generously, beautifully and joyously if the speaker feels appreciated. But if the ego is bruised, this transit can trigger dramatic expressions of look-at-me anger that are out of proportion to the issue. Nothing will be said lightly during this transit.

Mercury also stations Rx in Leo, so there will be reviews and questions about the initial bold statements. This means that what you hear or say (at first) should not be taken at face value. Even if the words are delivered with incendiary charisma and the full force of conviction, there will be reason to look again. Mercury Rx in Leo asks “Is this really the best? Is there something else going on behind the shine?”

As Leo is also the sign of self-expression and creativity, this retrograde will give you a chance to refine your words so they communicate who you really are/what you really think. Now, when you go through the Rx process of reviews/second guessing, there may be some censorship. But the ultimate purpose will be for you to run those ideas through the forge a second or third time, so by the time Mercury stations direct your ideas will be solid gold and honed to perfection. Mercury in Leo can be the celebratory voice.

Mercury’s Rx will take it back into Cancer, so part of this process will involve looking inwards to reconnect with essential truths. Once you connect with the truth in the pit of your stomach, you can work on rephrasing or seeing the information in a new light.

As always with Mercury Rx, expect delays, miscommunications and messages/messengers from the past. Mercury direct is when you should see progress.

Here are the aspects Mercury will make:

  • Jun 29th: trine Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (1 deg)

  • Jul 7th: Rx at 4 deg

  • Jul 8th: conjunct Mars (4 deg)

  • Jul 18th: trine Ceres in Sagittarius (0 deg)

  • Jul 19th: returns to Cancer

  • Jul 21st: conjunct Sun (28 deg)

  • Jul 24th: conjunct Venus (26 deg)

  • Jul 31st: direct at 23 deg

  • Aug 11th: returns to Leo

  • Aug 13th: trine Ceres in Sagittarius (2 deg)

  • Aug 15th: trine Chiron Rx in Aries (5 deg)

  • Aug 16th: square Uranus Rx in Taurus (6 deg)

  • Aug 19th: inconjunct Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (12 deg)

  • Aug 21st: inconjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (14 deg)

  • Aug 21st: trine Jupiter in Sagittarius (14 deg)

  • Aug 22nd: inconjunct Neptune Rx in Pisces (17 deg)

  • Aug 24th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Aug 26th: square Vesta in Taurus (24 deg)

  • Aug 29th: Virgo ingress

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The Summer Solstice and Neptune Rx

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Boris Kustodiev

Boris Kustodiev

Another Summer Solstice arrives, as the Sun enters Cancer on June 21st at 11:54 am EDT.

This is the longest day – the celebration of life and nurturing. For some, it’s a celebration of family (Cancer is the sign of mother/child and the childhood environment). For others, a reminder of family issues that they are still dealing with. Family is not a place of comfort for many, so I prefer to envision this as the moment when you celebrate your power to make your own family and your own safe space.

Neptune also stations Rx today (18 deg Pisces) which adds a subtle influence to this Summer Solstice. Neptune Rx can intensify dissolution, illusion or confusion. The purpose is to eventually reveal a truth, but with Neptune it’s never a direct process. This suggests that the light of this longest day may illuminate some family issues that need to be clarified, released and forgiven.

And, we have two eclipses (see the list below for dates and degrees). These are amplified turning points, again related to home, family and childhood. Along with the Sun’s passage over the North Node (future) and opposition to Saturn and Pluto, it indicates that this Cancer season will very much be about confronting family traditions and making new ones for yourself.

Ultimately, you’re looking for new ways to make yourself feel safe and nurtured, and/or to nurture others. Perhaps you’re creating your own family or declaring your separation from your existing family.

What will you be celebrating on the longest day?

Here are the aspects the Sun in Cancer will make:

  • Jun 23rd: inconjunct Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (2 deg)

  • Jun 27th: sextile Uranus in Taurus (5 deg)

  • Jun 27th: square Chiron in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jun 27th: trine Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (6 deg)

  • Jun 30th: sextile Vesta in Taurus (8 deg)

  • Jul 2nd: New Moon eclipse (10 deg)

  • Jul 7th: square Pallas in Libra (14 deg)

  • Jul 8th: inconjunct Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (16 deg)

  • Jul 9th: opposite Saturn Rx in Capricorn (17 deg)

  • Jul 9th: conjunct the North Node (17 deg)

  • Jul 11th: trine Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jul 14th: opposite Pluto Rx in Capricorn (21 deg)

  • Jul 16th: Full Moon eclipse in Capricorn (24 deg)

  • Jul 21st: conjunct Mercury Rx (28 deg)

  • Jul 22nd: Leo ingress

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Venus’ Transit of Gemini

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Venus enters Gemini on June 8th. Relationships, money and values become more flexible as multiple choices and various layers appear. This is about considering Plan B or the alternative regarding what you want.

At the same time, communication and new information become important for making connections.This is the time to reach out and charm others (or be charmed). What you want/love can be fun or unstable, depending on how you handle this mutable energy. Conversations can be flirtatious and cute, facts can be amusing, distracting or valuable. Again, much depends on what you do with the multiple choices presented to you. Sometimes the value is in the variety – sometimes you need to see what else is available to appreciate what you have, or to understand that you want something different.

This is the transit that allows you to check out what’s intriguing without committing. You can say “Yes” without saying “Forever.” It’s also good for detaching yourself from what you want and approaching it from an intellectual angle. This can be helpful if you’ve become so caught up in the desire that you’ve lost sight of the facts. There’s always more and different – you are never stuck. This transit shows you how.

Here are the aspects Venus in Gemini will make:

  • Jun 12th: opposite Ceres Rx in Sagittarius (4 deg)

  • Jun 12th: square Black Moon Lilith in Pisces (4 deg)

  • Jun 13th: sextle Chiron in Aries (5 deg)

  • Jun 18th: trine Pallas in Libra (11 deg)

  • Jun 23rd: opposite Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius (17 deg)

  • June 23rd: inconjunct Saturn Rx in Capricorn (18 deg)

  • Jun 24th: square Neptune Rx in Pisces (18 deg)

  • Jun 27th: inconjunct Pluto Rx in Capricorn (22 deg)

  • Jul 3rd: Cancer ingress

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