Pisces, July 2016

Both your ruling planets, Jupiter and Neptune, are busy this month, Pisces! July opens with sexy Venus in fellow Water sign Cancer connecting with lucky Jupiter in Virgo on July 1: This is absolutely fantastic for your love life!

We all know Cancer is a moody AF sign, but with seductive Venus in the mix, along with jovial Jupiter, the mood is harmonious. Not only does this bode well for your romantic relationships, but your creative partnerships will also enjoy a boost.

The Sun in Cancer trines (one of the easiest astrological aspects) dreamy Neptune in Pisces on July 3, which will bring more good vibes around love and creativity. Neptune is the planet of fantasy, and when it's in a harmonious aspect to another planet, the energy is magical. But Neptune also rules illusions and delusions, and has just finished a rough June, where it met a huge challenge with Saturn—we're still coming down from a lot of anxiety and fear. If you're feeling paranoid or uneasy early this month, find someone to talk to—gaining another perspective, or having a chance to vent, will be healing.

The new moon in Cancer arrives on July 4! New moons bring new beginnings, and this one will bring a fresh start to your love life, your artistic pursuits as well as introduce you to new ways to have fun and party. Not too bad! You try to be optimistic, but you've seen so much shit, Pisces. This new moon could restore your faith that life isn't always misery—it's also filled with love, art, and barbecues.

Logical Mercury (also in Cancer!) trines dreamy Neptune on July 5, boosting your already very strong intuition. Definitely pay close attention to your dreams early this month. An increase in your imagination will occur, so watch out for those paranoid vibes we already discussed!

Your other ruling planet, Jupiter, also mingles with chatty Mercury on July 8; on this day, you can expect an uptick in communication between you and your partners, both romantic and non-romantic. Jupiter is the planet of growth and abundance—but it's also the planet of exaggeration, so don't believe everything you hear! Do, however, enjoy the enthusiastic optimism.

The Sun makes this same connection to Jupiter on July 10, again highlighting your partnerships and encouraging you to have fun! People are in a generous, optimistic mood thanks to this combination. This is a great time to plan a date, a show, or party!

With so much creativity and romance in the air this month, Pisces, meeting new friends is inevitable. The full moon in Capricorn on July 19 will activate the sector of your chart that rules friendship and community (as well as your hopes and dreams for the future).

Full moons are famous for the drama they bring, so expect some in your friend group; however, there are plenty of productive ways you can use this full moon's energy. Spend time with your friends if you've been too wrapped up in your art or your lover, or make a point to do some networking so people can actually see all the awesome stuff you've been making lately. (These planets in Cancer have got you on a creative kick.)

Capricorn is a super driven sign. Capricorn is half-goat, half-fish (no wonder you and Capricorns usually get along well, you're both fish!), and the goat half is all about climbing to the top of every mountain. During this full moon in Capricorn, ask yourself: Are your friends invested in your success? Do they want to climb the mountain with you? Do they support your hopes and dreams? Do they act like assholes when you say you need to go to a work function, instead of hanging out with them? These are all important things to reflect on during this full moon.

You'll be all about getting down to business when Venus, Mercury, and the Sun enter Fire sign Leo this month. Venus enters Leo July 12, followed by Mercury on July 13 and the Sun on July 22. Leo occupies the sector of your chart that rules your daily routines and rituals, and if people are getting in the way of your health or wealth, you will be very unhappy, Pisces. Knock out the poisonous friends this full moon! Devote your time to tackling your chores and building good habits as these planets transit Leo.

The month wraps up with electric Uranus beginning its retrograde in Fire sign Aries on July 29. Uranus is the planet of innovation and invention—but it can also bring chaos and instability! As it slows down and begins its retrograde, expect shakeups in your finances at the end of the month, Pisces. Avoid impulse purchases or deals that are too good to be true—but do keep your eyes peeled for large dollar bills lying on the street!

Mercury enters Virgo on July 30, highlighting the part of your chart that rules partnerships! This is wonderful for boosting communication between you and your partners. Virgo is the sign of analysis, so Pisces, you can bet some clarity is coming your way.

See you next month, Pisces!