Monthly horoscope

Monthly Horoscopes July 2020

Aries (March 21st - April 19th)

Your ruling planet Mars has moved into your Zodiac Sign giving you a super-charged boost of energy. Drive and determination are the themes of the month. As a fiery Aries you are usually pretty energetic. Now you are turbo-charged. So, what is your priority? Home and family may be the areas most requiring your attention. If you have been putting off a DYI project then now is the time to tackle it. Following your passion is likely to produce the best results. Your only caution is to avoid rash behaviour, slip-shod habits and anything risky.

Taurus (April 20th - May 20th)

The general theme for 2020 is juggling money matters. July’s planetary alignment encourages you to stay positive, to keep those ideas flowing. Your mind is likely to be more active than usual, plotting ways that you can boost your income or curb your spending habits. The idea is to be flexible, and open to new ideas, rather than worrying about what could go wrong. If possible, record or write-down your ideas, or perhaps consult a local authority. A short journey may help lift your spirits, providing some emotional satisfaction, particularly if it involves siblings or extended family.

Gemini (May 21st - June 20th)

Last month was the height of Gemini Season with an Eclipse in your Sign and many other planets lined up in Gemini. A make-over was in order in many areas of your life. This month sees you sorting through your options. You may still need to juggle a few areas of your life. The lucky planet Venus is still in your Zodiac Sign indicating that opportunities still abound. It is time to set your priorities. If you feel confused then take heart that your ruling planet Mercury turns Direct mid-July and this should bring some clarity.

Cancer (June 21st - July 22nd)

Feminine energy is strong in your life right now. This means that women, of all shapes and sizes, friends, family members and colleagues, are highlighted. It also means that it is time for you to nurture the feminine side of your own nature with spa treatments, massages, meditation, water activities and communing with nature. Self-care is not selfish. Tune into the cycles of the Moon, particularly on July 5 when a Lunar Eclipse occurs in your Zodiac Sign. You may need to let go of a relationship that no longer serves your best interests.

Leo (July 23rd - August 22nd)

This is your time of the year to slow down, count your blessings and reassess how you can be of service to others. Every year early July presents you with this opportunity. You could plan a health or luxury retreat. If this is not possible because of finances, or lockdown rules, then you can treat yourself at home. The idea is for you to retreat from the world momentarily, so that you can recharge your batteries. Your natural exuberance soon resurfaces as you enter your birthday season, but now is your quiet time.

Virgo (August 23rd - September 22nd)

Allies is an old-fashioned word, but this is what you need this month. This means that you need friends or groups that are formally co-operating with you for a shared purpose, most likely although not necessarily a professional one. In other words, you need people who are on your side when it comes to a personal or professional start-up or on-going project. If you have nothing formally on the go, then it is time to nurture ideas. What are your hopes, dreams and wishes? Women, in particular, may be supportive at this time.

Libra (September 23rd - October 22nd)

A man – friend, lover, relative, colleague – challenges you this month as the feisty planet Mars moves into your opposite Zodiac Sign Aries. Your usual equilibrium is tested. The trick is to stand your ground if necessary, but to avoid throwing down the gauntlet. You are better advised to pour your energy into a project that demands leadership, drive and determination, particularly one connected to your career or marital status. Matters are likely to calm down by July 28, when you can undertake peaceful activities such as walking in nature, painting, dancing, listening to music or planning a retreat.

Scorpio (October 23rd - November 21st)

This is your month for big ideas. Sometimes this involves planning a big trip to a foreign country, but you may be restricted by pandemic lockdown. As such you are likely to turn to sports, politics, spiritual inspiration, online conferences, academic study or cultural activities. You need to find activities that lift your spirits. Doing the housework just doesn’t cut it at the moment. If you cannot escape your home then find other ways to grow and expand. Perhaps physical activity, such as trekking the countryside, could help you discover new paths.

Sagittarius (November 22nd - December 21st)

July sees you examine the ways in which you invest your time, energy and money. This is not about your personal habits but rather how you reach out to others. If you are married or in a business partnership then your joint resources may be under the microscope. Otherwise it could be your investment in property, stocks, shares, or superannuation. Tax and inheritances could also be highlighted. The idea is that you reassess your current situation and make changes if necessary, changes that prove more beneficial to your long-term financial and emotional health.

Capricorn (December 22nd - January 19th)

Partnerships are highlighted this month. If you are single then you may momentarily reassess your situation, and make moves to either partner up, or shore up your personal alone time. If you are in a committed relationship then you may be called on to nurture your loved ones, as events occur in their life. A business partnership could also demand your attention. A Lunar Eclipse in your Zodiac Sign on July 5 sparks an “aha” moment, perhaps even an awakening that changes your mind about a personal or business association.

Aquarius (January 20th - February 18th)

It is time to assess your work/life balance and make sure that you are maintaining a healthy balance. You may need to discard habits that no longer support your health and wellbeing, and adopt new ways of working or living. It is your daily life, the minutiae, that is highlighted this month. Listen to the small voice within and then take action. As US author John C Maxwell says: “You’ll never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.”

Pisces (February 19th - March 20th)

Creativity is the theme of July. It’s time to let your artistic side out to play. The idea is to have fun – to play music, pick up a paint brush, pen a poem or dance a jig. You don’t have to be perfect. Rather follow the example of small children who love to laugh and play. Spontaneity is the key. The idea is that you use your imagination and express your feelings and thoughts in a manner that sparks a light within. As Albert Einstein once said: “Imagination is more important than knowledge”.