Capricorn, July 2016

July opens with the Sun in sensitive, nurturing Water sign Cancer—a sign you couldn't be more different from. Cancer loves to hang out at home; you're stuck at the office. Cancer cries at every movie; your own parents have never seen you shed a tear. You two oppose each other on the zodiac wheel, and as a result, Capricorn, whenever the Sun or other planets roll through Cancer, that means the relationship sector of your chart is being activated!

The new moon in Cancer on July 4 brings new people into your life and gives you a fresh start in your relationships, just in time for things to get intense later this month. At that time a slew of planets enters passionate Fire sign Leo, lighting up the sex and intimacy sector of your chart.

Moody, lunar Cancer, the crab, wears a protective shell. During this new moon, Capricorn, I would love it if you could create a safe space for yourself to feel your feelings. A soundproof room where you can cry your eyes out—and a trusted friend or journal you can share your emotions with. Being emotional does not need to mean being vulnerable—especially if you armor yourself like Cancer!

Venus enters theatrical Leo on July 12, followed by Mercury on July 13 and the Sun on July 22, bringing you lots of drama. Seductive, sweet Venus in passionate Leo will be all about your deepening connection with your partners. If your only love in life right now is money (you're so materialistic, Capricorn), no worries—Venus also rules cash. While it goes through luxury-loving Leo, some financial blessings may come your way.

Mercury is the planet of the mind and communication, so expect plenty of conversations about sex and shared resources during this time. A boost in your psychic abilities is also likely!

Sometimes thinking and talking about intimacy and money issues can be difficult, but you won't be able to avoid it when the Sun enters Leo on July 22—so use that new moon wisely to sort our your feelings and figure out who you want to partner with!

The full moon in Capricorn arrives on July 19, which will put the focus on you. So much of this month is about working with others and considering their needs, but this full moon is all about you. Yes, relationship stuff will totally come up, but full moons are all about balance—so people will need to work with you as generously as you've worked with them! That is, unless you've been a total jerk this month, Capricorn; instead, this full moon could bring a confrontation.

Logical, communicator Mercury trines (one of the easiest astrological aspects) serious Saturn (your ruling planet!) in Sagittarius also on this day, July 19, which is excellent for you. You'll gain a deeper understanding of your unconscious needs as well as feel more confident in expressing complex, intangible, weird thoughts and feelings.

Wild Uranus, the planet of innovation and invention, begins its retrograde in Aries on July 29, during which time it will retrace its steps through the sector of your chart that rules home and family. Whenever a planet pauses in the sky, the themes of that planet intensify. Uranus is rebellious, genius, electric, and erratic. Expect surprises and unusual behavior at home.

The month wraps up with chatty Mercury entering analytic Earth sign Virgo on July 30. If you're planning on taking a trip or a class, or going back to school, this will definitely be a great help! If you're a writer or engage with the media, Mercury in Virgo is also an excellent time for you to network, or even get published!

July was very emotionally heavy; the vibe gets more cerebral with Mercury in fellow Earth sign Virgo. Even though you're not known as a crybaby, like Cancer, the symbology of your sign reveals that you're not afraid of emotional depths—you're half-goat, half-fish, with your fishtail symbolizing your connection to Water, the element of emotion. While your top half is goat: practical, dry, and driven. It's the top half most people see—but your roots are still there. Have a lovely July!