All Signs

This morning I woke up with Radiohead’s “Just” stuck in my head (sing it with me: “You do it to yourself, just you!”). For a couple of hours it wouldn’t leave me alone. At first I didn’t get it, and then it started to sink into my bones. If I want my life to get better, if I want to live in health, prosperity and connection, then I’m going to have to get down and dirty and pick up all the broken pieces. I am going to have to love myself fiercely enough that my own healing helps change the world. July calls us to recognize, and let go of, the little stories we have in our heads, and come back to the knowing that we are universal beings and we have the power to change/transform at any time. This month marks the beginning of summer and thus an upward yang movement of energy, one that invites us to be active, creative, and ambitious as we do the hard work of healing, both ourselves and the world.

ARIES // TAURUS // GEMINI // CANCER // LEO // VIRGO // LIBRA // SCORPIO // SAGITTARIUS // CAPRICORN // AQUARIUS // PISCES

Aries: Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

Summer begins with the rebel doing a little dance in your heart, dear Aries. You don’t want to play by the rules right now, you’re tired of the stress and the constant load you carry on your shoulders. This is good. You deserve a rest. You deserve to take time for yourself. In fact, seek out friends and groups that feel safe and supportive. Create community and give yourself time for laughter and celebration. Your heart is longing to share both your woes and your wins. Kicking your shoes off and doing a little dancing wouldn’t hurt things either. You are allowed to rest and relax. You are allowed to set boundaries and do what is best for you. Claim back the parts of yourself that the world took away.

Taurus: Apr. 20 to May 20

Onward and upward, my friend! You are a buzz with ideas, energy, and determination, but most of all you are ready for adventure. Let the roads of July be pathways that lead to play and discovery. Channel this enthusiasm and playfulness toward your current project and watch the possibilities unfurl. This month also brings a steadying hand in the form of shared vision. The more you allow yourself to share your excitement, the more you will attract like minded individuals into your sphere. The coming together of different backgrounds, experiences, and talents will allow you to achieve much more than you thought possible. So have fun this month Taurus, just remember to walk with your sights set on your bigger picture.

Gemini: May 21 to Jun. 20

July is going to bring you quite a few “Aha!” moments, Gemini. All of these moments are inviting you to let go of the disappointment you’ve been carrying around and recognize your role in the way things have played out. The best thing you can do right now is forgive yourself and laugh. Your soul is tricking you into wholeness and providing you with lessons on how NOT to do things. Like it or not, you needed these lessons, they will help you move forward with a deeper, more aligned intention. So the next time something challenges you or doesn’t go the way you wanted, try asking yourself what would best serve the greater of everyone involved and act from there. Oh, and don’t forget to laugh at yourself when you mess it up and get caught up in your ego again. It’s all good. All roads lead home. Get back up and try again.

Cancer: Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

The most powerful thing you can do for yourself this month is to come back to your why. Why are you on this current path? What is the longing that lies underneath, right at the bottom of your heart chakra? All the petty little things that are getting in your way and have stalled your momentum are signals from the universe that the original spark that ignited this journey is dangerously close to going out. You need to feed that fire, do the things that light you up, that make you feel alive, and that bring you back to your own inner knowing and natural intuitive creativity. Follow your natural rhythms, trust your gut, and unleash your inner artist. Maybe some tears need to flow so you can wash the mud from your eyes and find clarity.

Leo: Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

My dear Leo, if you want the current relationship or situation to continue, you’re going to have to compromise. I know you have a vision and that vision is pretty awesome, but you can’t have it ALL your own way. July isn’t a month where you want to create conflict, instead it’s important to cultivate loyalty. By doing so you will be able to create the change you are looking for and you won’t leave any casualties in your wake. So what concessions are you willing to make? It’s okay to haggle and stick to your guns on some things, but what are you willing to let go of? And while you’re at it, take a minute to reflect on what this person or situation has gifted you with. In other words, come back to gratitude.

Virgo: Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

Give yourself grace and understanding this month, Virgo. Do your best to enjoy the little moments and take time for self-care when you can. Unfortunately you can’t do much about your current situation as it plays an important role in the manifestation of your goals, but that doesn’t mean you can’t envelope yourself in a nurturing protective shield when you have to. At the same time, don’t turn a blind eye to your own unhealthy, or even toxic, patterns and behaviours. How are you holding yourself back? How can you evolve and support yourself in adapting to new information? Paying attention to these aspects of the self will allow much of the conflict you are facing to dissipate and for balance and equilibrium to once again be found.

Libra: Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

Try not to compare yourself to others this month. You don’t need to be going at the same pace, nor are you expected to achieve any goals before you are ready to do so. If everyone around you is chasing their dreams at a million miles per hour, maybe your response should be pity instead of envy. You are settling into a deep-in-your-bones knowing that says it’s okay to stop and smell the roses, to appreciate the little things in life, and to be present in the moment. So allow yourself to say yes to that dinner invitation, to get up late on Saturday morning with no other plans than to follow your feet, and to enjoy the company of family and friends. This pace will allow you to find moments of inspiration, and to get things done in a much more timely and gentle manner.

Scorpio: Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

There is going to be an urge to go deep within this month. You’ll be asking the big questions and pondering the nature of reality and your role within it. Who are you? Where do you want to be? What cracks your heart open and makes your eyes light up? This inward journey is important because it will inform your logical mind about what your next steps are. You’ve been in limbo, not really sure where to point the compass, because you’ve been focussed on making sure that everyone around you is taken care of and you’ve literally put yourself on the back burner. July is about taking time to simply be, to focus on the beauty of the world, and to nurture your heart and mind. But it’s also about reconnecting with your soul’s intent. This is simply New Age spiritual talk for what comes natural to you, and what makes you feel excited and energized.

Sagittarius: Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

You could liken your energy this month to that of a rebellious teenager, my friend. You’re breaking all the rules and defying all societal norms. In fact, you are determined to look at things from a different angle, to forge a new path, and to break away from the norm. This energy might feel a little challenging at times, as others won’t always understand and they might even withdraw their support. That’s okay. Let them go. Keep doing what you are doing and you will attract those that are meant to step into your sphere. Your ideas and your enthusiasm are needed. You are keenly aware that the world needs change, and you are more than tired of the same old story. You can’t understand why we humans keep repeating the same old mistakes. Get out there and change the world, my friend.

Capricorn: Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

“Slow down, you’re moving to fast, you gotta make the morning last”. So sang Simon and Garfunkle in their song “Feeling Groovy”. You’d do yourself a great service if you listened to this advice over the next month. Instead of lists and plans, how about chill time and laughter with friends and family? Instead of pushing yourself to work longer hours, why not carve out time to do things that fill your cup? Don’t worry, the lists and the goals will be waiting for you come August. The world isn’t going to end because you decided to take some time off. Oh, and the other major part of this picture involves celebrating all that you have already accomplished over the last 6 months. Adopt an attitude of gratitude, take a moment to appreciate all that you have built and celebrate how far you have come.  

Aquarius: Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

You don’t have to do it all. You know that, right? I know you want to help wherever you can: support every cause that crosses your radar and use your voice to help create change – and that’s amazing – but sometimes we need to let others share the load. You body and mind are feeling exhausted because you’ve piled too much on your shoulders, and one way to help alleviate this sense of burden is to use your philosophical mind. Use July to spread your inner awareness, contemplate the nature of the universe and the divine planning of things. Isn’t it interesting that chaos always weaves its way back to coherency? That all the seemingly random pieces always seem to eventually fit together and make sense? Think of your life and your path in the same way. Seemingly random pieces from your past are starting to make sense to you now, giving you evidence that everything happens for a reason. So, hand over the baton for a while and spend some time in contemplation and silence.

Pisces: Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

Every time you are faced with conflict tune back into the dream. Swim in the depths of your imagination. Get creative and take refuge in your inner worlds. There are those that might tell you this is a form of escapism, but it’s just your way of coping. You are easily swayed by other’s opinions, and this month there might be a lot of them, so it’ll be important to stay tuned into your own knowing. The way you express yourself, the ideas that flow up and out of your being, and the way you view the world are important right now. However, there are some aspects that will rub others the wrong way. They’ll either feel triggered or uncomfortable because you are venturing into unknown territory. Let them. How they feel is not your responsibility. Stay true to your dream, and trust.