This week blends bold self-expression (Sun in Leo), practical follow-through (Capricorn Moon resonance), and subtle inner recalibration (Saturn, Neptune, Pluto retrogrades), all against a backdrop of innovative thought (Uranus) and careful communication (pre‑Mercury retrograde). It’s a dynamic mix of outwards shine and inwards refinement.

By integrating the exuberance of Leo with deep grounding, reflective review and mental agility, you can stride confidently into this transformational phase of July. Shine bright—while staying true to your inner compass.

Full moon in Capricorn on 10 July

Although the Full Moon in Capricorn occurred on 10 July, its energy still influences the week of 14 July. This lunar high point marked a time of emotional culmination—balancing responsibility with release. You may have experienced completion or emotional breakthroughs around career, authority or long-term goals. Residual tension can still highlight where structures held or fell apart, offering clarity for realignment.

With the Sun now in Leo, your internal spotlight turns towards ambition and public image, grounded by the Capricorn Moon’s realism. This creates a cycle of purposeful creativity—infusing expressive confidence with practical follow-through. It’s an ideal time to assess whether your pride projects align with long-term foundations.

Tip: Revisit notes or feelings from around the Full Moon—identify one lesson or emotional insight, and turn it into a grounded step (e.g. skill-building, relationship boundary).

Saturn retrograde in Pisces continues

Saturn went retrograde in Pisces on 13 July, and this week you may feel its slow, reflective energy deepen. Saturn retro in Pisces invites a reassessment of spiritual, creative and emotional boundaries. It’s a period of restructuring inner discipline: restricting where compassion becomes self-sacrifice, or where dreams evade accountability.

As Saturn slows, practical emotional support systems and routines come under review. You may be prompted to honour personal limits or nourish deeper faith in your intuition. This retrograde phase (mid-July to November) is best used for gentle restructuring—laying emotional, spiritual and creative foundations that will support forward momentum later.

Tip: Choose one spiritual or emotional practice (like meditation, therapy, or a creative ritual) and refine it—perhaps adding a boundary of time or intention.

Neptune retrograde in Aries deepens reflection

Neptune has been retrograde in Aries since 4 July, and its influence continues through this week. This transit invites an internal review of identity, dreams and personal vision. You might sense a need to dissolve inauthentic roles or motivation that’s not truly yours.

Neptune retro in Aries is subtle and introspective—ideal for inner work, dream journalling or quiet creativity. Avoid major launches, and instead focus on aligning your identity with your deeper purpose or highest self.

Tip: Spend time reflecting on whether your current projects feel genuinely inspired. If something feels misaligned, journal or meditate on what would feel more authentic.

Mercury preparing retrograde in Leo

Mercury’s retrograde station in Leo begins later this month (18 July), but this week see it slowing and preparing for the shift. Communication may feel more deliberate, with creative ideas bubbling up that require refinement before sharing. Mercury’s gradual slowdown encourages pausing to clarify messages and check assumptions.

The retrograde in creative Leo invites reworking past ideas—revisiting pitches, scripts, letters or creative expressions that need polishing. It’s a moment for dialogue with your past self—what have you left unsaid or unfinished?

Tip: Before 18 July, look over an earlier Leo-era message, pitch or creative work. Tweak one element—tone, clarity or emotional resonance—before moving forward.

Uranus in Gemini brings fresh sparks

Uranus moved into Gemini on 7 July, and this week its influence continues to foster innovation, curiosity, and unpredictable connections. In Gemini it encourages breakthroughs in communication—new ideas, exciting conversations, or sudden insights may spark around networking and learning.

Expect unexpected messages or opportunities that shift your mental landscape—an article inspires a project, a comment triggers a design idea, an alert points to a new skill. Uranus in Gemini supports experimentation and rapid mental realignment.

Tip: Keep a note-taking app or ideas journal handy this week—when inspiration strikes through a chat, thread or something you read, capture it immediately.

Pluto retrograde in Aquarius deepens change

Pluto remains retrograde in Aquarius this week, continuing its slow reworking of power, technology and social patterns. With Pluto deepening its retrograde for much of 2025, you may notice subtle shifts in how you engage with group identity and tech habits—old dynamics may surface for transformation.

This is a period of introspection into power: personal agency, online presence, community roles—where are you exerting control, or surrendering it unconsciously? Pluto retro urges you to dig below the surface and purge outdated patterns.

Tip: Choose one group dynamic (e.g. online forum, workplace cliquing) or tech behaviour (e.g. social media scrolling)—reflect on how it shapes you. Make one intentioned shift to reclaim your power.