Gemini, July 2016

July opens with the Sun in moody, emotional Water sign Cancer, the crab—an energy so different from you, Gemini! The new moon in Cancer on July 4 will activate the sector of your chart that rules cash and value. It's funny that such a weepy, sensitive, psychic sign occupies the financial sector of your chart, Gemini. Your finances are at their best when you act intuitively about which deals, jobs, and purchases to make.

The search for knowledge is your life's destiny, and honestly, you're really not very materialistic—worrying about money just isn't you, Gemini, but still, there is something about dealing with material matters that triggers in you deep feelings of self-worth, safety, and security. Use this new moon in Cancer to clear negative emotions concerning wealth and your self-esteem.

New moons bring a fresh start, so this one will be fab for finances! Anxiety is in the air, but again, Gemini, use your intuition—it will be strong, especially on July 5, when your ruling planet, Mercury, connects with dreamy Neptune in Pisces.

Mercury makes a lot of connections this month, so expect to be busy. Some stressful dates could be July 6 and 7, when the Sun meets Mercury in Cancer, creating a stubborn vibe, and when they both oppose the lord of the underworld, Pluto, in Capricorn. Tension around money owed, emotional debts, and intimacy will come up. You know how, sometimes, annoyingly, people expect you to know how they think and feel without telling you? Expect some of that.

Things loosen up on July 8 and 9 when Mercury connects with lucky, abundant Jupiter in grounded Virgo, bringing good vibes, especially around your home and family, and when Mercury connects with warrior Mars in Scorpio, boosting your energy levels and helping you tackle your to-do list.

Unexpected drama could come up in your social circle, or in the groups or organizations you associate with, when Mercury clashes with rebel Uranus in Aries on July 10. But maybe this chaos will be the break from boredom you need? Sometimes life needs to be shaken up so things can get moving. Expect erratic vibes, but a genius flash of insight could also come through.

A bunch of planets enter fun Fire sign Leo this month, activating one of your favorite sectors of your chart: The portion that rules the mind, communication, your local neighborhood, and siblings. Venus enters Leo July 12, Mercury enters Leo July 13, and the Sun enters Leo July 22, so expect plenty of messages to start flooding your way at this time.

If you're planning an important meeting, Mercury meets Venus July 16, which will create a lovely energy around communicating and connecting. Venus is the planet of harmony, so Mercury will be expressing itself in a very clear, balanced way. They'll be in Leo, the lion, a sign which is known for its roar, but on that day the sound will be more of a purr.

Your partnerships (both romantic and non-romantic; however, definitely expect things to come up in your intimate, sexual relationships) will be your focus during this month's full moon in grounded Earth sign Capricorn on July 19. The full moon is activating a sensitive sector of your chart. Expect to be drawn to the occult during this time; your Ouija board will likely be dusted off.

Revelations and realizations are made, especially concerning themes of intimacy and debts (again, emotional and financial), and even things like inheritances, other kinds of shared resources, and endings or transformations. Basically anything uncomfortable, or that we would rather not think about, will come to some kind of climax.

Your ruling planet Mercury will be in Leo during this full moon and will trine (one of the easiest astrological aspects) structure-loving Saturn in Sagittarius, which will bring you support in your relationships—something much needed during this emotionally intense full moon.

Mercury in Leo also trines Uranus in Aries on July 27, which will bring you exciting conversations, networking opportunities, and ideas. Uranus rules electricity—I imagine this combination will metaphorically manifest as a lightbulb flashing over your head.

Uranus begins its retrograde in Aries on July 29, during which time it will retrace the steps it took in the sector of your chart that rules friendship, organizations, and your hopes and dreams. Take this time to reflect on whether your friends, and the people you surround yourself with, inspire and believe in you.

The month wraps up with your ruling planet Mercury entering Earth sign Virgo on July 30, activating the sector of your chart that rules home and family. This is a great time to communicate with your roommates, a landlord, or to call your mother. Expect your interest in the past to be piqued. Nostalgic vibes are flowing, so break out your box of memories. Have a lovely July, and see you in August, Gemini!