July general

Aries

The Moon in your sign on July 6 and 7 will be a tense time when you might make plans that may not come to fruition. Circumstances will stand in your way and other people may disapprove of your actions. On Sunday, July 8, you can deepen your relationships and spend quality time with a loved one. On July 10 Mercury will turn direct in Cancer, ending frustration over delays and setbacks. A New Moon in Cancer on July 14 will inspire you to be more empathetic towards others and to tone down your brash personality this month. Concentrate on listening to and supporting others. A lucky streak on July 15 will increase your chances of winning, and you'll want to take risks. On July 16 move ahead with something, but you may not have the motivation to do so. On the weekend of July 21 don't expect to get much done around the house due to social engagements and other distractions. Enjoy some free time and don't worry about housework or maintenance. Another fortunate day on July 25 will bring an upbeat and positive vibe. It's possible that you might come into a small sum of money or get a raise or a gift. July 26 would be a good time to discover new options for your career or plan a trip. Be adventurous, but also keep in mind practical matters. On June 27 and into the weekend you may have to stay close to home to keep your partner happy.

Taurus

This month may not start on a positive note. Relationships will be strained and you'll feel frustrated by a lack of progress in professional as well as personal matters. There will be an element of confusion and a lack of direction, and you feel as if everyone is against you. The Moon in your sign on July 9 and 10 will put you in a productive mode with a high level of efficiency. There may be a few obstacles on July 10, but they won't be a problem if you adapt. A New Moon in Cancer on the weekend of July 14 will inspire you to work on projects around the home that also get your partner involved. You may not always agree, but teamwork will help your relationship. July 16 will be frustrating when you're dealing with people who don't pay attention to detail. Extra responsibility on July 17 will give you a chance to shine, as long as you can respond to last-minute requests this week. On July 22 your work will require a passion for detail and you'll have to finish the next day. A productive day on July 27 will increase your satisfaction with your work. The Full Moon in Aquarius on July 29 will lead to a heated discussion with someone close. They will push you to move faster and you'll dig your heels in. At the end of the month an argument with someone older or an authority figure will leave you wondering which way to turn.

Gemini

As the month begins you'll be feeling creative and thinking about the future. Make sure your ideas are practical and that you can carry them out comfortably. In the middle of the first week, your energies will be scattered and it will be difficult to concentrate. The Moon in your sign on July 10 and 11, and Mercury going direct, will mean that communications will be smoother than they have been for weeks. Be careful the next day to let others speak, because you often take over conversations. On July 14 until the end of the month be careful what you say to someone close as it may be taken the wrong way, especially on July 17. On July 18 surprise news will force you to be more adaptable than usual. Even though you'd rather have things stay the way they are, you can change direction. A creative day on July 21 will be the perfect time to work on a hobby or an artistic project. On July 24 and 25, it will be easy to be overconfident in your abilities and take on too much or engage in risky behavior. A Full Moon in Aquarius on July 29 will dictate a need to listen as much as you speak. Past gossiping will come back to haunt you and lead to uneasiness the next day. Get plenty of rest around the end of the month and pace yourself. You'll be run down and vulnerable to getting sick.

Cancer

On Wednesday, July 4, creative thoughts will facilitate generating ideas for new projects around the home. On July 5 it will be a good day to volunteer your time to a needy organization. You'll have to be flexible and change your own schedule to be available. On July 6 stand up for yourself and explain your point of view. The week of July 9 will begin with a productive day when you can get other people to help and have circumstances work in your favor. On July 10 Mercury will go direct in your sign after several weeks of miscommunications and lost items. By July 11 creativity will be strong and you'll be able to put a unique touch on your projects. July 12 will be a good day to concentrate on a personal project. On July 13 take action and get things done. A New Moon in your sign on July 14 will pave the way for improvements around your home and in your relationships. Your work life will improve on July 17 and 18, and unexpected changes will be in your favor. Creativity and action harmonize on July 20 and allow for progress. On Sunday, July 20, don't take a loved one for granted. You will have to work at compromise and cooperation. Monday, July 23, will be a good day to pursue ambitions and be proactive. With the Moon in Capricorn on July 27 and 28 you'll have to be very clear about what you want.

Leo

On the first day of the month, relationships will be strained and it will be hard to express your feelings. Difficulties at work will arise when you disagree on methods and procedures. July 3 will be a creative day and you'll also feel compassion. You may not know how you can help others, though. You'll have some extra energy on Friday, July 6, and you can put it to good use by getting things done. On July 9 you'll feel frustrated and impatient and unable to get going. You'll be happy to know that a period of frustration will end when Mercury goes direct on July 10, but you will still experience roadblocks temporarily. With the Moon in your sign on July 14 and 15 negativity will end. However, on July 16 you'll be lost and unable to find a clear direction. On June 21 discuss ideas with another person who has a similar outlook. You'll find that you can both collaborate on something spectacular that's practical too. July 23 will prove to be a difficult day because you'll be irritated easily and prone to losing your temper with someone stubborn. The next day you'll have the urge to escape from your problems. July 25 will be upbeat and you can focus on the future and feel satisfied with where you're going. July 26 you'll be passionate about something you feel compelled to investigate. A Full Moon in Aquarius on July 29 will create tension and stress over goals that you have yet to meet.

Virgo

On Wednesday, July 4, be more lenient and compassionate toward people you meet. You may actually have to spend time at home taking care of a sick relative or loved one. There will be a sudden change of events on July 5, so be prepared to change your plans at the last minute. After several weeks of irritating delays and frustrations, Mercury will turn direct on July 10. Be careful before taking uncharacteristic risks on July 11 and put your safety first. The rest of the week you'll have good concentration and you'll meet deadlines and stay within your budget. With the Moon in your sign on July 17 and 18 you'll not only work hard but be able to solicit other people's help. Treat others right and be flexible with their requests. Something from the past will haunt you in July 19 and it will be hard to let go. On July 20 take some time to enjoy the companionship of a loved one. Watch your temper on July 23 and overconfidence on July 24 and 25. Emotional intensity may get the better of you the next day and you'll have the tendency to dwell on the negative or become bitter. This would be a foolish waste of energy, not to mention self-destructive. With the Moon in Capricorn on July 27 and 28, you'll feel steadier and more in control, even if there are changes at the last minute. Watch out for carelessness as the month draws to a close.

Libra

A creative day on July 3 will help you solve problems by looking at things differently, but you may not be particularly motivated most of the week. You'll want to get things done but will be undecided about what to work on first. On Saturday, July 7, a dispute with someone close will cause upset and emotional turmoil. On July 10 Mercury will go direct in Cancer after several weeks of frustrating delays and setbacks that had you pulling your hair out. Don't waste time on July 11 with gossip and superficial conversations. Indecision will plague you on July 11; so it would be best to let someone else take the lead. Avoid complicated tasks on July 12. A New Moon in Cancer on July 14 will encourage you to work on projects that beautify your home. The Moon in your sign on the weekend of July 21 will encourage you to relax and enjoy a little romance. However, things may not go exactly as planned. Responsibilities or a lover's tiff will ruin the mood. On July 27 and 28 you may be too hard on yourself and not able to live up to your own expectations. Know what your limits are and do your best. A Full Moon in Aquarius on July 29 will bring thoughts of the future and the sense that you can achieve anything if you set your mind to it. Don't be held back by self-doubt and indecision on July 30.

Scorpio

On July 2 mental tension will make you irritable and you'll also experience a lack of direction this week. However, this week, creative energy and the ability to use your intuition will help solve problems. You'll also have empathy for family members who need your help. On July 8 and 9, with the Moon in Taurus, you'll work hard and be diligent. At the same time, you'll lack patience and have to allow others to work at a comfortable pace. A difficult day on July 10 will be frustrating and there will be a clash with an authority figure. The good news is that Mercury will turn direct in Cancer, ending a period of miscommunications. Lots of changes this week will create a sense of excitement but also uncertainty. Concentrate on being more organized and efficient and meeting your responsibilities. A New Moon in Cancer on the weekend July 14 will allow you to spend more time with family. On July 16 your energies will be scattered and you'll find it hard to focus with some confusion over what direction you should be moving in. Extra work all week will force you to get things done. There may be some last-minute changes on Friday, July 20, switching the game plan. On July 23 watch for arguments with someone who refuses to budge. On July 27 you'll have to sacrifice some of your personal plans to meet your commitments. A Full Moon in Aquarius on July 29 may bring up disappointing memories from the past.

Sagittarius

Things will get serious in a relationship on Sunday, July 1. Be ready for some changes on July 5 and adapt even though you don't understand exactly what's going on. On July 6 and 7 you'll feel energetic and the need to get going on a project. The next day, July 8, put your heart and soul into it and make good progress. On July 11 be careful not to overcommit yourself. Events will transpire that throw you off track and there may be some surprises in store. Joy and satisfaction will enhance your life on July 15, bringing a sense of hope and optimism that pervades all your activities. A few days later, on July 17, you'll second-guess yourself and it will be hard to trust other people for the rest of the week, especially on July 19. Relax and have a good time on the weekend of July 21 and enjoy the company of someone close. Spending time together will increase your bond. A feeling of happiness will prevail on July 25. The next day will be a good time to get some work done and delve into it deeply. Research subjects that you aren't sure about to provide valuable information and make the job easier. A Full Moon in Aquarius on July 29 will bring up old discussions, but they don't have to become current issues unless you're not willing to get past them. The month will end on a positive note with hope for the future.

Capricorn

On July 6 watch out for someone who is a bully and opinionated. Don't let them push you around. Try to maintain a neutral position. They may not be aware of their behavior. On July 9 you'll have the energy to get a lot work done, but you may have to change your plans to adapt to new circumstances. On July 10 Mercury will turn direct, ending a time of frustration over delays and lost messages. This has been hard on you because of your insistence on quality. On July 12 and 13 hard work will pay off but you may have to force yourself to concentrate. A New Moon in Cancer on the weekend of July 14 will shift your focus from work to family. Think about how you can create balance between the two. Work will take precedence in the short-term on July 17 and 18, but you may be able to get your partner involved in some of these tasks. You'll get a lot done and be able to focus clearly on what you have to do. On Sunday, July 22, you'll have to make compromises and try to get along with someone at home. The Moon in your sign on July 27 and 28 will allow you to feel comfortable in your own skin and help you shine at work. Coworkers will take notice of your organizational skill and efficiency. However, you still have to make adjustments in order to spend some quality time with your family.

Aquarius

The Moon will be in your sign as the month begins, but things may not go as smoothly as planned. Someone stubborn will stand in your way and make life difficult on July 2. The next day you'll be feeling confused and without clear direction. On July 9 you'll have another battle with someone who refuses to change in spite of a lot of persuasion from you and others. They may go to someone in authority to try to enlist help on July 10 - without success. You'll find it easier to get your message across and for information to reach its destination after July 10. On Sunday, July 15, have the courage to follow your dreams even it may not be comfortable. Nothing ventured, nothing gained. You may lose your nerve by the next day. Flex your artistic muscles on the weekend of July 21. This is also a good time to relax with friends, but you'll feel guilty if there is work to do. Get lots of sleep on the weekend because July 23 and 24 will try your patience. It will seem as if everything you touch will turn into a problem. A Full Moon in your sign on July 29 will allow negativity to surface and make you feel uncertain about the future and a little bitter. But this is temporary and directly related to past actions and thoughts. Recognize how your attitudes affect your daily life and try to be more positive.

Pisces

On the first day of the month spend time alone to get in touch with your thoughts and feelings. The Moon in your sign on July 4 and 5 will facilitate positive feelings of comfort and safety, but you may be insecure at the same time due to current changes in your home life. On Monday, July 9, you'll be very productive and able to make some positive changes in both your work and home life. After Mercury turns direct on July 10, communications will improve too. Be open to the unexpected this week without resisting, and avoid negativity and fear about the future. Domestic concerns and family life will be on your mind on July 12 and 13. A New Moon in Cancer on the weekend of July 14 will shift your focus to your home for a few weeks and allow you to take a new approach with your close relationships and intimate surroundings. Added responsibilities and pressing work will keep you occupied on July 17 to 20. Be willing to adapt to changing circumstances and cooperate with coworkers or a significant other. Deep feelings for someone on July 22 could become overwhelming. On July 25 don't overestimate what you can take on or become cocky. You'll need to recognize your limits. Try to focus on your work and be efficient on July 27 or you'll have to come in on the weekend. This will mean sacrificing your personal life and making last-minute changes to your plans.

Source: MSN astrology