Soberscopes – Sobriety Horoscopes for July

Welcome to Cancer season! It’s the season of the Divine Mother, and this month begins on the tail end of a full moon in Capricorn. Ruled by Saturn, Capricorn is the Father figure opposing the maternal energy that Cancer emits. Nurture versus discipline is the theme of this dynamic, and striking a balance between the two. Another way of looking at this polarity is home life versus public life.

Let’s use the Cancer energy to nurture ourselves and others, add warmth to our home, be of service to others with compassion, and celebrate the fertility and abundance of this season.

Let’s use the Capricorn energy to go out from the home into the public and make your dreams a reality by putting in the work, learning new skills, studying, researching, networking, and moving forward by trial and error.

We can use this duality to find a harmonic balance between emotion and logic, rest and action, comfort and courage. When these two opposites are balanced, each one’s sphere is much more fruitful and enjoyable.

Keep in mind, however, that Mars, planet of passion and action has gone retrograde. Meaning, instead of charging full steam ahead, this month is best used for rest, replenishment, and fine tuning projects you’ve already begun. You might also need more naps than usual.

Cancer – It’s time to come into your power and stand in your authenticity. Don’t say yes to anything that gives you intuitive nudges that it won’t serve you. Only say yes to that which will empower you and promote growth in you. In this way, you honor and celebrate yourself, and after all, this is your season. So shine that light bright and follow that infamous intuition of yours. Oh, and have fun doing it!

Cancer’s mantra for the month: I let my intuition lead me and I stand strong in my authenticity.

Aries – You are a master of manifestation. You bring confidence, passion, and enthusiasm to any project you take part in. You are often viewed as an unstoppable force, and while this is an envied trait among many, it can sometimes lead to burn out or impulsive decisions. This month, as Mars (your ruling planet) goes retrograde, you’d do better to slow down and rest. Spend time with family. Spend quiet time in nature. Seek guidance before taking drastic actions. The best decisions are made from a place of peace.

Aries’ mantra for the month: Inner peace is my number one priority. In a state of peace, my answers arrive.

Taurus – It is okay to ask for help. Known for your prideful and stubborn nature, sometimes it feels impossible for you, but there is a whole realm of the Spirit just waiting to help you. You only need to ask! There are  also got plenty of people that can help you. Just take a look around. They value and cherish you, they know your worth, and they are happy to help in any way they can. Even though certain parts of your life remain unclear, one of your greatest assets is the way you are able to find humor and lightheartedness in the most mundane circumstances. So be true to yourself, stay humble, and trust the guidance when it comes.

Taurus’ mantra for the month: I find lightheartedness and playfulness in everything I do. I let my inner child shine.

Gemini – Service is the name of the game this month. If you’ve been way too in your head for way too long, it’s time to get outta your head and into your heart. The quickest way to do this is by helping another less fortunate than you. While in service to another, your mind quiets and you receive guidance from your Higher Power in unexpected ways. This month is not the time to isolate or hoard your blessings, but rather to go out there and serve humankind. Use your gift of gab for the highest good.

Gemini’s mantra for the month: I have the gift of communicating with passion and I will use it to serve and uplift others.

Leo – Life is a series of small deaths, transformations, and awakenings. You are undergoing an awakening, which is the most thrilling part of the journey. You’re remembering ancient, spiritual truths about who you are and who you are becoming. You are no longer willing to sacrifice your dreams and creative visions. You know you’re here to co-create a beautiful life and make the world a better place. You’re focusing on that which makes your soul soar – and it feels good.

Leo’s mantra for the month: I am co-creating a life beyond my wildest dreams with the strength and direction of my Higher Power.

Virgo – Boundaries are a byproduct of self love and respect. Once we have a spiritual awakening, we are freed from much shame and guilt and we begin the journey of self appreciation. It’s great to say yes to acts of service often, but make sure your cup is full first. We cannot give what we haven’t got, and we cannot heal unless we have been healed. It is okay to say no and establish boundaries. In fact, it is necessary in order to be in sustainable and consistent service to others. In this way, you end up giving so much more.

Virgo’s mantra for the month: I love and respect myself enough to say no to what depletes my spirit.

Libra – This month’s “homely” energy wants to teach you how to make home a place within yourself. You often try to bring peace and harmony to the world around you. You’ve been assigned such a noble task by the stars, but can you bring that inward this month? Can you find a quiet stillness within, and then go forth to manifest it in your life? Everything begins in the spiritual realm first, remember, “once the spiritual malady is overcome, we straighten out mentally and physically”.

Libra’s mantra for the month: I take care of myself first and then serve the world around me. Home is within me.

Scorpio – Do you ever stop to reflect on what an integral piece of the puzzle you are? How your emotional power can literally save a life? How your life’s mission of transformation and rebirth inspires the people around you? When you share your story from a space of absolute transparency, about your struggles and how you overcame them, you are changing the world. Don’t be afraid to open up, as unnatural as it may feel and as resistant as you may be. You are an alchemist, transmuting darkness to light, one soul at time.

Scorpio’s mantra for the month: My story is a powerful tool that can save lives. I give it away freely.

Sagittarius – As we grow spiritually, it is certain that we will outgrow things. You’ve grown so much, it is only natural to feel like there are parts of your life that just don’t feel like they fit anymore, that don’t vibrate at your frequency.  It is okay to let these things go. You don’t have to apologize, you don’t have to feel guilty, for this is the nature of life. As we evolve, we shed old skin, and some things fall away. We transcend the need to hold on to what weighs us down. Trust the unfurling of your marvelous life.

Sagittarius’ mantra for the month: I let go of anything that feels out of alignment with the person I have become.

Capricorn – It’s time to walk through your fears – to say yes to what scares you. The full moon in your sign is pushing you to let go of whatever self doubts still hold you back from becoming the person you know you have the capacity to become. “Feel the fear, and do it anyway”. When we run from our fears, we become small and weak. When we face them head on, we learn courage and we are empowered to go from level to level. It’s time to level up, to keep climbing that mountain, and to reach new heights.

Capricorn’s mantra for the month: I trust fear as an indicator that I am on the right path and growing beyond recognition from my former self.

Aquarius – I once wrote a song called “dancing through the heartache”. This is what we must learn to do when undergoing strife and pain. When nothing seems to be going our way, when loss and sorrow surround us and self-pity feels justified. We must find a way to appreciate something, anything. To find one small moment of joy in the midst of chaos. We must force ourselves to get up, get out, and move. To dance again. To pray again. To love again. To escape our “stinkin’ thinkin’” by tapping into our rhythm and our body and our soul. When we dance through the heartache, we create masterpieces and feel more alive than ever.

Aquarius’ mantra for the month: I will let my hardships remind me that I am alive. I will not try to escape heartache; I will dance my way through it.

Pisces – As you continue to expand and awaken, you receive guidance. Trust the guidance, even if it only comes to you piecemeal. You don’t need to figure out your life in one day. You’ve been gifted with a powerful intuition, so trust it. The more you act on it, the more you’ll build a working relationship with your Higher Power and learn to trust the guidance more and more. It’s like a muscle that must be used. Something is stirring within you, begging to be heard. Signs are screaming all around you. You know what to do, so do it.

Pisces’ mantra for the month: I trust my inner wisdom and act on it without delay.