July brings the big departure. Where are you off to?

Astrologically, July feels a bit like looking in the rearview mirror – but not to stand still, rather to finally clear out old baggage. Mercury goes retrograde in Cancer, bringing emotional conversations, old misunderstandings, and long-suppressed issues back to the surface. Much of what remained unspoken in recent months now wants to be expressed. Before acting or deciding too hastily, it’s worth taking a closer look and listening more carefully. At the same time, Jupiter in Leo provides the perfect counterbalance. While Mercury looks back, Jupiter wants to move forward. This constellation gives us more self-confidence, creativity, and the courage to think bigger again. It's about recognizing opportunities, no longer playing small, and confidently taking your rightful place. July reminds us that both are possible simultaneously: processing the past and still bravely taking the next step.

Aries Rising

July begins unusually emotionally for you. Mercury goes retrograde in your fourth house, bringing old family issues, memories, or unspoken conflicts back to the table. Conversations with those closest to you, in particular, now require patience and honesty. Much can be resolved – but only if you don’t immediately go into defensive mode. Jupiter in Leo, on the other hand, brings strong tailwinds into your fifth house. Creative projects, dating, or simply more joy in life come to the forefront. Feel free to act more instinctively again and put yourself first sometimes.

Taurus Rising

In July, communication becomes a major theme for you. Mercury retrograde in your third house ensures that old conversations, misunderstandings, or unresolved questions suddenly become current again. Perhaps someone from your past even gets in touch, or you only now realize what was actually meant between the lines. Jupiter in Leo simultaneously brings more warmth into your fourth house. Home, family, or your emotional foundation are allowed to grow. Spending quality time with people with whom you truly feel safe now gives you a surprising amount of strength.

Gemini Rising

In July, it’s particularly worthwhile for you to re-evaluate financial and emotional decisions. Mercury goes retrograde in your second house, shifting focus to self-worth, money, and security. Old doubts might reappear – but primarily so you can finally leave them behind. Jupiter in Leo simultaneously strengthens your third house and gives you just the right words. Conversations become easier, new contacts arise almost spontaneously, and creative ideas finally want to be expressed.

Cancer Rising

July challenges you to look at yourself more honestly. Mercury goes retrograde in your first house, bringing old self-images or insecurities back into consciousness. Perhaps you realize how much you’ve changed in certain situations – or where you are still clinging to an outdated version of yourself. Jupiter in Leo simultaneously focuses on your second house and strengthens your self-worth. Professionally or financially, you can now trust yourself much more than you have before.

Leo Rising

For you, July begins more quietly than you might be used to. Mercury retrograde in your twelfth house invites you to consciously slow down and process old thoughts or emotional issues. Especially what you usually prefer to suppress now wants to be looked at. At the same time, Jupiter moves through your first house and gives you an undeniable charisma. You appear self-confident, optimistic, and attract people almost automatically. Use this energy without constantly having to prove yourself.

Virgo Rising

July shows you very clearly which people will truly stand by you in the long run. Mercury goes retrograde in your eleventh house, bringing old friendships or future plans back into consciousness. Perhaps you realize now which connections still have potential – and which no longer fit into your life. Jupiter in Leo simultaneously acts in your twelfth house and invites you to listen to your intuition more often. Not every answer has to be logical to be right.

Libra Rising

In July, professional matters, in particular, get moving again. Mercury retrograde in your tenth house brings old projects, decisions, or conversations with superiors back to the table. Instead of getting annoyed, you should use this phase as an opportunity to cleanly complete things. Jupiter in Leo simultaneously strengthens your eleventh house and brings fresh air into your social environment. New contacts or collaborative projects could now prove particularly valuable in the long term.

Scorpio Rising

For you, July begins with a change of perspective. Mercury goes retrograde in your ninth house, bringing old beliefs, travel plans, or future ideas back into consciousness. Perhaps you realize that some goals no longer suit you. Jupiter in Leo simultaneously activates your tenth house and brings your professional development more into focus. You become more visible, appear more convincing, and should seize opportunities with a bit more courage than usual.

Sagittarius Rising

For you, August starts particularly socially. Venus activates your eleventh house, bringing harmony to friendships, groups, or shared future plans. New contacts, in particular, could now prove surprisingly valuable. At the same time, you find it easier to accept support instead of always wanting to solve everything alone. Towards the end of the month, your professional life then moves more into focus. The Sun in Virgo illuminates your tenth house, making it clear where diligence and good preparation will now particularly pay off. Feel free to use this phase to concretely plan your next career steps.

Capricorn Rising

In August, your professional life, in particular, becomes exciting. Venus in Libra activates your tenth house, ensuring that you make much more progress with diplomacy and composure than with pressure. Your reliability is particularly noticeable now and can open up new opportunities for you. Towards the end of the month, the Sun in Virgo then brings fresh air into your ninth house. New perspectives, travels, or further education help you to broaden your view again. Especially rigid beliefs may now be questioned.

Aquarius Rising

August awakens your curiosity. Venus in Libra activates your ninth house, making you eager for new experiences, travels, or exciting conversations. People with different perspectives, in particular, can now give you important food for thought. Towards the end of the month, the mood becomes significantly more intense. The Sun in Virgo illuminates your eighth house, directing focus to emotional depth, trust, and everything that lies beneath the surface. Honest conversations can now change surprisingly much – provided you dare to actually have them.

Pisces Rising

For you, August becomes more emotional than it appears at first glance. Venus in Libra activates your eighth house, bringing more closeness, trust, and openness into intimate relationships. Especially topics that have remained unspoken for a long time can now be addressed much more easily. Towards the end of the month, the Sun then moves into Virgo and thus into your seventh house. Relationships of all kinds finally move into focus. Now it becomes particularly clear which people truly do you good – and for which connections it is time to honestly take stock.