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Joni Patry introduces July as a spectacular and radical turning point, filled with major highs and lows. Despite potential shocking events, the end result is anticipated to be positive, signaling profound changes.
The month begins with Mercury retrograde, causing confusion in communications, technology, and travel. Mars at the midpoint of Rahu and Ketu intensifies anger and violence, leading to a period of global unrest and division. The retrograde in Gemini will also bring mass media revelations and unfolding scandals.
The 4th of July will be marked by Mars conjunct Uranus in Krittika, a sharp and hostile Nakshatra, indicating unexpected and potentially violent events, especially around public celebrations. Rahu conjunct the Moon in the US chart, a rare 18.5-year occurrence, suggests widespread public shocks, communication issues, and potential aviation problems throughout the month.
Neptune's retrograde on July 7th emphasizes deception and illusions, making it hard to discern truth, especially with the rise of AI. However, July 22nd marks an extraordinarily rare grand sextile of outer planets (Pluto, Neptune, Uranus, Jupiter), promising a profound shift in global awareness and consciousness, possibly including a governmental recognition of alien life.
The new moon on July 14th in Gemini and Nakshatra Purnavasu signifies a 'return of light.' Venus forms a 'Yod' (Finger of God) with Neptune and Pluto, indicating that significant changes are needed in political leadership and relationships to foster peace and transform global issues.
Mercury turns direct on July 23rd, aligning with the US Sun in Gemini, which signals a new awakening in information and truth for the United States. Saturn's retrograde on July 26th will bring karmic repercussions for those who have acted dishonestly, demanding responsibility and realism. The full moon on July 29th, conjunct Pluto and opposing the Sun, which is exactly conjunct powerful Jupiter, promises a mind-blowing revelation, bringing profound transformation and new awareness to the world.
The full moon on July 29th also forms an exceptional Adi Yoga with Mercury, Jupiter, and Venus, signifying powerful, positive transformation led by leadership. Jupiter's cazimi with the Sun can cause the stock market to go wild. This month is a roller coaster of emotions, shaking out dark and difficult aspects of the world for a higher collective consciousness.
The month's powerful planetary activations, particularly Uranus as the 'great awakener', Pluto for transformation, and Neptune for spirituality, will profoundly shift collective and individual consciousness. Despite the unsettling and chaotic nature of these changes, this month is a monumental turning point of no return. Embracing these changes is crucial, as the world will be radically different, leading to a new, better world.