Horoscope for the Week of July 31, 2023 - Four Outer Planets in Retrograde
Four out of five outer planets (Pluto, Neptune, Saturn and Uranus) go retrograde which can send our world slowly into a big spin. But don't worry. Stay cool while the world around you bakes. We may even get a soufflé when it is all over.
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ARIES (MARCH 21 - APRIL 20)
Some of your more long terms plans may need a readjustment, Aries. Or at least you think so. Your intuitive rumblings or just a general sense of unease may have you questioning or re-assessing your life plans. I suggest taking a short break from any big decisions to see how the landscape may look over a bit of time. Things are in flux.
TAURUS (APRIL 21-MAY 21)
Travel may have its ups and downs but that doesn’t mean you should remain at home, Taurus. Some challenges may have to do with friends changing their minds or creating obstacles. Go where you really want to go and travel with whoever you want to travel. It can include unexpected “adventures” but that is part of the thrill.
GEMINI (MAY 22 - JUNE 21)
Geminis should seek greater balance between what they want and expect in love versus their careers. The pressure is on but that is not a bad thing. Sometimes we need to get off the fence and make a decision. In this case, giving yourself time to assess and process is the best short term decision to prepare for the long term.
CANCER (JUNE 22 - JULY 23)
Getting along with others may have its ups and downs, Cancer. Maybe you have too much on your plate? Maybe you just want to relax and not run around doing lots of social things? Whatever gives you time to just enjoy life around you, do it. Relationship stresses may go up and down as weeks progress. Ride the waves for now.
LEO (JULY 24 - AUGUST 23)
Try not to overdo in the exercise department, Leo. Your ability to go one extra mile or do one extra pushup is certainly impressive but unnecessary. Use the next weeks to moderate aspects of your life from the very active and deeply personal to the superficial stuff of what you would like to do. It’s the summer – relax!
VIRGO (AUGUST 24 - SEPTEMBER 23)
Creating fun can be a blessing or a curse, Virgo. Your presence appears to be demanded at every party or event and there are only so many that you can attend and enjoy. Fate places you in the epicenter of all activity. It requires careful decision-making as to how you want to spend your free time. Choose as best as you can.
LIBRA (SEPTEMBER 24 - OCTOBER 23)
What is it with family, Libra? There may be times when you feel the ground is shifting and elements of your domestic life are changing. It may be true or it may just be your perception. Take in all of the energy and allow yourself time to process. Everything could eventually fall into place without much effort on your part.
SCORPIO (OCTOBER 24 - NOVEMBER 22)
What you say and how you say it may impact various aspect of your life, especially among friends who gather for good relaxing experiences. So, Scorpio, how much effort do you feel that you need to make in this area? My thought is not much effort at this time. Maybe it will be more satisfying for you to let others take charge.
SAGITTARIUS (NOVEMBER 23 - DECEMBER 22)
Money may have its ups and downs as what you thought would be profitable may not be so much so. But be relaxed Sagittarius, as you carefully examine aspects of your finances especially as it impacts your career … and vice versa. There might be decisions to be made but right now it looks like things are still in flux and shifting.
CAPRICORN (DECEMBER 23 - JANUARY 20)
Who you are and where you want to go and do may be ready for a re-examination, Capricorn. You may decide on a full make-over or experience a shift in your personal philosophy. This is all great but before you take any major action, let it sit for a while and percolate. There are so many options and directions for you now.
AQUARIUS (JANUARY 21 - FEBRUARY 19)
As much as you might want to pull back and meditate, you may feel that there is too much static on the psychic line. Aquarians find that their karmic outreach takes a sudden expensive turn and creates too much tumult. This seems to me to be a question of what most energizes and fulfills you. And you may still be deciding.
PISCES (FEBRUARY 20 - MARCH 20)
Let’s face it, Pisces, some friends are high maintenance. This is not a bad thing – they keep your life interesting. But at what point are you giving too much and receiving too little? Surround yourself with those who give you confidence and support and allow the others to wait on the sidelines until your personal needs are met.
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