Embrace this week’s blend of reflective slowing (Neptune, Saturn, Pluto) and forward warmth (Jupiter), alongside the rising spark of Venus in Gemini. It’s a moment for inward clarity, social lightness ahead of action, and mindful groundwork.

May your week be softly illuminating and provides sincere connections.

Venus enters Gemini on 4 July

Although Venus officially ingresses into Gemini on 4 July, the week ahead builds anticipation around its approach. Venus in Gemini brightens communication, social interactions and curiosity about love and creativity. Expect warm, witty conversations and new interests bubbling to the surface—especially in friendships, messaging, short trips and creative collaborations.

Venus in Gemini encourages mental connection in relationships—flirt through words, share ideas or spark interest with clever humour. It may also inspire you to refresh creative projects with playful diversity and a lighthearted spirit. Be aware of dabbling too widely; with so many options, depth can get slippery.

Tip: Use the week to craft engaging, thoughtful messages or social posts. Save deeper relationship chats for after Venus settles into Gemini—then follow through with genuine attention.

Neptune turns retrograde in Aries on 4 July

On 4 July, Neptune in Aries stations retrograde, signalling several months of subtle inner work. This period helps dissolve illusions around identity, creative impulses and assertive drive. Expect intuition, imagination and spiritual sensitivity to deepen—but so can confusion or self‑deception if not grounded.

Retrograde Neptune asks you to reassess how you assert yourself and where your creative energy is idealised. It’s a time for quiet reflection rather than launching bold projects. Subtle shifts in worldview, renewed clarity on personal values or releasing outdated spiritual beliefs may emerge without fanfare.

Tip: Begin a creative or spiritual journal this week—reflect on any themes of identity or inspiration that feel unclear. Revisit in a month to notice growth or insights.

Saturn preparing retrograde in Pisces

Although Saturn doesn’t retrograde until 13 July, this week builds intensity as the planet slows in Pisces. Saturn’s direct motion approaching its retro brings themes around structure, emotional limits and long‑term responsibility to the forefront.

You may feel more aware of where emotional boundaries are needed—whether in relationships, creative work or personal time. Practical attention to mental health, spiritual practice or self‑care routines aligns strongly now. As Saturn grinds to a standstill, it’s ideal to assess what structures no longer serve your emotional well‑being.

Tip: Map out your emotional support system—list sources of stability (friends, self‑care, structures), and note any weak links. Make one small fix this week, like adding a check‑in routine or boundary.

Pluto remains retrograde in Aquarius

Pluto has been retrograde in Aquarius since June and continues to deepen internal shifts through 30 June and beyond. This longer‑term transit invites critical review of power dynamics, technological habits, community role and collective structures.

You’re likely to feel subtle, slow-burning changes in how you relate to groups, online roles or visions for the future. The process isn’t flashy, but foundational: it urges dismantling outdated belief systems or power plays to make room for new forms of collaboration and personal authenticity.

Tip: Pick one habitual pattern—social or communal—and ask: “Is this truly aligned with my values?” Consider stepping back, reframing your role, or researching a new community path. Even small shifts add up.

Jupiter in Cancer & outer‑planet context

Jupiter remains in Cancer, continuing to emphasise emotional growth, security and home‑based expansion through 30 June. Layered over this, the Solstice‑to‑New Moon cycle in late June has set a deep tone of intention, introspection and personal realignment.

As the week progresses, energy turns from internal reflection to initial manifestation. While Neptune and Saturn retrogrades bring subtle re‑alignment, Jupiter’s expansive love grounds the process in compassion and care. The larger outer‑planet backdrop supports rolling forward with thoughtful, heart-centred momentum.

Tip: Identify one expansion you’d like to cultivate—more nurturing self‑care, plans for home, emotional growth. At week’s end, schedule a mini‑action plan to start that expansion gently in July