BY THE LIGHT
OF THE STARS
Astrological
Perspectives for July 2008
By Govinda
The New Moon will occur on
Wednesday, July 2nd at 7:19 pm (PST) / 8:19 pm (MDT) in the sign
of Cancer at 12 degrees. This marks the beginning of the Lunar
Month, when the Moon aligns with the Sun, with both planets in
the sign of Cancer. This is called a “Conjunction” aspect. The
positions of the Sun, Moon and Planets at this exact moment
identify the energies that will express and develop over the
next 29.5 days.
There is a positive alignment called a “Trine” aspect, between
the planets Saturn and Pluto that is active throughout this
entire lunar cycle. This is a profound combination of energies
that integrate and expand the Power of God (through the energies
of Pluto) with physical manifestation (through the energies of
Saturn). What a powerful time to consciously create that which
you desire to manifest!
On July 22nd, the Sun enters the creative, dynamic, enthusiastic
and expressive energies of the sign of Leo. Take time out to
play and have fun in the sun!
The Full Moon will occur on Wednesday, July 18th at 12:59 am
(PST) / 1:59 am (MDT) in the sign of Capricorn at 26 degrees.
This represents the peak energies of the Moon’s cycle, that will
be felt three or four days before and after this date.
Differences in points of view are felt most strongly as emotions
are intense during this time. You may find that you will
experience conflicts in your personal attitude and philosophy
with that of others. Be open to considering the opposing points
of view that you will witness. By doing this, you will allow
expansion and awareness into your heart and mind. This awareness
may help you later.
The Sun is in a “Trine” aspect to the planet Uranus and the Moon
is in a “Sextile” aspect to the planet Uranus. These are
positive energies that will bring insights to your awareness and
help you to liberate and expand your consciousness. It is good
to practice relaxation - through meditation, watching your
breath, sitting in nature, etc. - to allow your heart to receive
these Divine insights. They may come through a friend or group
of people, music, nature, dreams, etc., and may help you to gain
clarity on your emotional nature and how to heal your heart.
In the last week of July, the planet Mars enters a dynamic
tension-producing alignment with the planet Uranus called an
“Opposition” aspect. This is dynamic and aggressive energy of
Mars is colliding with the unpredictable, radical energy of
Uranus, bringing unexpected upsets, conflicts, disorder,
rebellion and possible escalation of war.
Because of a simultaneous challenging alignment with the
astrological natal energies of the United States (Transiting
Mars Conjunct Natal Neptune and Square Natal Mars), this may
involve the uncovering of some hidden information or deception
which may lead to an intensification of war energies within the
United States or with the United States and another country.
These energies could lead to a possible state of emergency
within our country.
In our personal relationships, it is important that we honor and
accept the differences and unique characteristics of others, as
long as these differences do not pose a threat to our safety or
freedom. It is good to acknowledge different points of view in
our relationships with others, even though we may not agree with
these. Through a willingness to embrace and accept our
differences, we can grow in wisdom and compassion. Sometimes,
the best that we can do is agree to disagree
FORECASTS FOR EACH SIGN IN
JULY
The following is a description of
the cosmic energies that will affect you this month. Remember, you
always have free will to use these energies as you choose. If you
know your Rising (Ascendant) Sign, you may apply the information
for that sign as well as your Sun Sign. The dates given are
accurate, give or take a day:
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ARIES: A deeper investigation of the
mystical realms may lead you to profound revelations through
your experiences with workshops and higher teachings. You may
find yourself drawn to journey to sacred places or to be
involved with foreign cultures. Your family and home may require
more of your attention this month. Take advantage of the
positive energies that will support your family relationships
and home situation on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 14th 15th, 22nd, and
27th. After the 11th, your creative, artistic and romantic
energies are blessed by the planet Venus. Enjoy a series of
Venetian ‘tweaks’ on the 13th, 23rd, 24th and 27th. Your
finances look best on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 24th,
25th and 26th. Spiritual insights are most available to you on
the 6th, 14th, 20th and 22nd.
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TAURUS:
Personal experiences may reveal a
deeper understanding of death and rebirth. This could involve
the completion of an old way of being, which allows the birth of
something new. Intellectual activities and travel may bring
significant benefits. Take advantage of favorable influences
supporting these activities on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th,
22nd and 27th. After the 21st, your family and home require your
attention. You can make significant improvements in your family
and home situation with the help of positive energies on the
23rd, 24th, and 27th. Your finances look best on the 6th, 7th,
8th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 24th, 25th and 26th. Spiritual insights
are most available to you on the 6th, 14th, 20th and 22nd.
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GEMINI:
It’s important to take a deeper
look at the hidden or spiritual qualities of your significant
relationships. Previously hidden characteristics or agendas of
significant people in your life may be revealed to you. It is
important that you handle financial matters with awareness this
month. After the 9th, you may discover new ways to improve your
finances through information, ideas, communications and travel.
Your finances look best on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 17th,
24th, 25th and 26th. Spiritual insights are most available to
you on the 6th, 14th, 20th and 22nd.
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CANCER: It’s time to rethink your health
practices, and consider spiritual healing as a possibility -
both for you personally and as a healer practitioner. Some
significant friends from your past may return to help you now.
Your vitality, charm and confidence are increasing. This is a
good time to communicate, take the lead and make things happen,
especially after the 9th when Mercury enters the sign of Cancer.
After the 11th, your finances look better, especially if you get
creative and take advantage of partnerships possibilities. Your
finances look best on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 24th,
25th and 26th. Spiritual insights are most available to you on
the 6th, 14th, 20th and 22nd.
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LEO:
Take another look at your health,
and you may discover a significant healing potential. This may
involve travel to foreign cultures and / or workshops. It is
important to spend a good amount of time in quiet contemplation
and introspection during the first 21 days of July. Even though
your personal charm and magnetism will increase after the 11th,
it is still important that you remain quiet and contemplative. A
significant male from your past may reenter your life. After the
21st, your vitality and confidence increases, so it’s time to
get out and circulate socially. Your finances look best on the
6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 16th, 17th, 24th, 25th and
26th. Spiritual insights are most available to you on the 6th,
14th, 20th and 22nd.
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VIRGO: Your ability to
command authority, take the lead, teach and inspire others is
very strong in July. You will be empowered through taking action
in a new direction to be of greater service to others. Take
advantage of favorable influences that support your empowerment
on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th and 16th. Your friends, group
associations and community are important to you during the first
21 days of July. However, after the 21st, it is best for you to
lay low, spend quality time alone and be introspective and
contemplative. Your finances look best on the 6th, 7th, 8th,
12th, 13th, 17th, 24th, 25th and 26th. Spiritual insights are
most available to you on the 6th, 14th, 20th, 22nd, 24th, 27th
and 29th.
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LIBRA:
This is an auspicious time for
gaining deeper understanding into what interests you. This is
also a time of discovering profound, hidden and mystical
meanings in your life. Be open to new understandings and
realizations that may blow away your previous conceptions of
life! Your career and public reputation are in the forefront
during this month. Be open to new ways of enhancing your career
and public status. There are helpful energies to support you in
this on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th, and 22nd. After the 11th,
your friends and group associations may be very helpful to you –
be especially on the 13th, 14th, 22nd and 27th. Your finances
look best on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 24th, 25th and
26th. Spiritual insights are most available to you on the 6th,
14th, 20th and 22nd.
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SCORPIO: This is a
good time to take the authority role with groups and community
services. Going deeper into your spirituality and service to the
Divine will strengthen your self-esteem. You may find yourself
attracted to travel, foreign cultures, workshops and seminars
this month. It would be wise to participate in the intellectual
activities that interest you. Take advantage of positive
energies that support these on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 14th,
15th, 17th, 22nd, and 26th. After the 11th, your career and
public reputation may take a turn for the better, especially if
you publically express your creativity and art on the 13th,
14th, 16th, 23rd, 24th and 27th. Your finances look best on the
6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 24th, 25th, 26th and 27th.
Spiritual insights are most available to you on the 6th, 14th,
20th and 22nd.
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SAGITTARIUS:
This is a wonderful time to step
into a public authority role and take positive action in a new
direction of service. Take a deeper look at your relationship
with your Higher Self and how you show up in the world. It is
good to rethink your financial situation and methods of
acquiring wealth. Be sure that your dealings with other people’s
resources are in integrity during the first 16 days of July. You
can benefit through other’s resources on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 14th
and 22nd. After the 21st, travel, foreign cultures, seminars,
higher education and legal matters may be in the picture. You
can benefit from positive influences here on the 13th, 23rd,
24th, 26th and 27th. Your finances look best on the 6th, 7th,
8th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 24th, 25th and 26th. Spiritual insights
are most available to you on the 6th, 14th, 20th and 22nd.
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CAPRICORN:
The awareness of your spiritual
nature and the mystical realms is deepening and becoming more
tangible. Divine guidance may become more clear and profound,
especially on the 6th, 14th, 20th and 22nd. Relationships and
partnerships will require more of your attention this month. You
can improve these relations through taking advantage of
beneficial energies on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th and 22nd.
After the 11th, financial matters and access to the resources of
others will improve. By helping people to creatively use their
resources, you’ll be rewarded. Your finances look best on the
6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 24th, 25th and 26th.
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AQUARIUS:
A deeper and more profound
understanding of your spiritual nature beckons you. Have faith
and step into a greater awareness of enlightenment. This may
involve service to, or involvement with, friends and groups. You
may discover a teaching that will expand your consciousness.
Allow your heart to open to the expansion of intuitive guidance.
Your focus for the first 21 days of July is on your work and
health. Take advantage of favorable energies for improvement on
the 6th, 7th, 8th, 14th, 15th and 16th. After the 21st, your
relationships and partnerships are important. You can enhance
these with the help of positive influences on the 12th, 23rd and
24th. Your finances look best on the 6th, 7th, 8th, 12th, 13th,
17th, 24th, 25th and 26th. Spiritual insights are most available
to you on the 6th, 14th, 20th and 22nd.
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PISCES:
It’s time to recreate your
approach to career and public activities. An inner knowing draws
you to bring deeper spirituality into your career and public
expression. When you do this, you and the world will be amazed
at the profound energies that will come forth through you. Your
romantic and creative energies are heightened during the first
21 days of July. After the 11th, work and health matters will
improve, especially if you make creative changes. Open your
heart and experience love, art and entertainment on the 6th,
8th, 13th, 14th, and 22nd. Your finances look best on the 6th,
7th, 8th, 12th, 13th, 17th, 24th, 25th and 26th. Spiritual
insights are most available to you on the 6th, 14th, 20th and
22nd.
Note: If you would like a
much more detailed and personalized reading of the cosmic
energies affecting you now and, week-by-week, for the next 6, 9
or 12 months, you could benefit from a Current & Future
Trends reading by Govinda. Or, for an overview of this
lifetime, insights on your higher purpose, and a description of
the energies your soul chose to develop and master during this
lifetime, you may benefit from and enjoy a Life Reading.
Govinda’s emphasis is on helping you to recognize your
strengths, master life challenges and develop personal happiness
and wholeness.
Govinda Miller
has 35 years experience as a professional astrology and teacher of
astrology and meditation. His writings on spiritual astrology have
been published nationally and internationally. Govinda lives in
Priest River, Idaho and is available for personal consultations in
person, by phone or by mail.
You may
contact Govinda at 208-448-2093 or email:
govinda@astrologywithgovinda.com.
2008 Forecasts
