Your July Horoscopes Have Arrived, and Change Is on the Horizon

Ch-ch-ch-changes.

By Rosine Bramly

July 1, 2015

1/13
As we enter the dog days of summer, Venus and Jupiter enter Leo, making this a great combination for passion and fun—without the drama. Maybe your summer fling is in full force, or you're just getting ready to slay left and right at your job or internship. Either way, things are heating up both outside and internally. But as the party rages on, be sure to make time for your loved ones: Summer is the perfect opportunity for outdoor activities and quick weekend getaways, both with friends and your loved ones. Click through the slides to see what the stars have in store for you this month.
2/13
Aries
Right now, love is at the center of your life! From the 1st through the 19th, single Aries will be ready to meet someone new and exciting (especially if they are Sagittarius or Leo). But after the initial fun, you'll be ready to take a step back and analyze the situation—can it last? Is it worth the time investment? Be open to the idea of something brief (it's the summer after all), but make sure not to let your controlling side take the best of you. New love needs freedom to establish trust and longevity!
If you're already in a relationship, you'll find that the two of you are taking things to the next level, spending more time with one another and getting closer than you even imagined. Treasure these moments! There's no better time to be in love than the summer.
On the job front, you're also onto something big: You're just beginning an important cycle of your career where you're learning something new every day, and you're eager to develop your skills. Jupiter in Leo will help your integration in a team, but will also bolster your natural leadership abilities. Don't be surprised if you find yourself more ambitious than you used to be—adjust your dreams to be bigger, higher, and brighter! There's no limit for you, Aries.
With all that's going on in love and in your career, don't forget to make time for your friends and family. Reserve a couple of nights during the week to meet up and have fun. Balance is everything…even if it's not your strong suit.

3/13
Taurus
Please exercise extra caution in all modes of transportation, dear Taurus! With summer road trips and extra free time, you may be clocking in extra miles behind the wheel. Put down the phone, turn down the radio, and encourage your friends to do the same…yes, that means resisting the urge to do like Kylie and Snapchat while driving. The stars are encouraging you to be extra prudent this month, and nobody needs a car accident getting in the way of their fun.
It seems as though you're in the mood to nest, anyway, since you've been enjoying some quality family time. This will last up until the 19th, when the fire signs align for the start of some more adventure. You'll be ready to go out every night, but it's probably wise to strongly consider each invitation, since you don't want to look like a party pooper when you're out. (As a Taurus, you're not able to hide your negative feelings very well.) Keep your Gemini and Libra pals close—they'll keep you grounded and positive.
Venus also enters Virgo this month, which means there's a potential of new love! Your natural reserve may melt fast, but you're not quite ready for passion, and you'll try to control the situation at all costs. This could work to either your favor or your detriment—keep things slow so you can play your cards right.
For the coupled Taurus, now is the time to organize a vacation! This is what you do best, after all. Let your partner take the passenger seat as you make all the plans and reservations. A great weekend is exactly what the two of you need.
4/13
Gemini
Mercury is still in gemini until July 9th, making this the perfect time to find a last-minute summer job or side hustle, if you're not otherwise employed. It could also be the time to pick up extra shifts or find a way to make additional money out of your current employer, since your abilities to convince and negotiate are increased right now. (Mercury is the God of Business, you know.)
You're financially motivated this month because you have big plans, dear Gemini. You want to go places—another country, continent, or an exotic island. You're yearning to experience a different culture, even (or especially) if that means backpacking around and staying at hostels. Hopefully you can find a pal or S.O. to embark on the journey with you, that way you can tuck away some of your extra funds for the fall.
With all your ambition and your energy focused on your finances, you may forget to be sensitive to your loved ones…especially your family. Hold back on the sarcasm and the criticism this month, and be mindful of people's feelings. Hold your tongue and swallow your pride—you'll be better off for it!
When it comes to love, single Geminis seem braced for a challenge with a particularly difficult conquest. Luckily, your charm lends itself to the laws of attraction, and s/he will find your irresistible by months' end. But if you're already coupled, now is the time to drop the games and put your feelings out on the table: Your partner will be able to tell how deeply in love you are, and you'll both be better for it.

5/13
Cancer
In July, the Sun, Mercury, and Mars are lighting up your sign, meaning this is a good time to spend with family. Go for lunch or a nice walk or a day at the beach, but try and keep things positive! Emotions are high with all this planetary activity happening at once, and it's up to you to make the most of your time together. Sometimes, things are better left unsaid: Now's not the time to dig up your demons like you love to do, Cancer.
Family is important because things might be a little awkward with friends at the moment. You've been spending most of your time focused on your relationship, perhaps, or you just haven't felt the urge to go out like you used to. If your partner is holding you back, communicate your feelings and reserve some nights to spend just with your besties. And if you're single, resist the urge to get involved with the attractive, brooding character you'll run into at a party. Heartbreak isn't on the agenda this summer.
6/13
Leo
Jupiter is spending its last weeks in your sign, so any change you want to make must happen now. Ask and your desires will be fulfilled, since you're the Lucky One of the Zodiac. You're receiving invitations from all over, and you manage to be a bundle of joy for both friends and potential partners! Keeping up the vibrance will be easy since you have both Venus and Jupiter on your side. Now is the time to change up your haircut or invest in a bold new lipstick, or go shopping for some great new jewelry. (FYI, gold is your lucky metal, so go nuts.)
If you're single, be ready: Your energy is more magnetic than ever. Just make sure to listen to your heart and follow your intuition—if you're having second thoughts, they're probably right. Be wary of advances from anyone outside of your normal age range, despite how flattering and attractive they may be.
If you're already coupled, your relationship will pick up momentum. As the passion intensifies, just remember: Sincerity is key for the both of you. Be true to what you want, and both of you will be happy.

7/13
Virgo
This month, Mars and the Sun are in your friendship sector, so you need to work on your relationships positively. Between the 8th and the 24th, your social schedule is super busy, but your friends might be getting the feeling that you're just along for the ride instead of initiating the plans yourself. Make sure to call people and thank them for the invite, or take the initiative to plan something quick and fun…just don't be disappointed if people can't make it. Not everyone is improvisational like you.
Venus is also in your sign towards the end of the month, from the 19th through the 31st, lighting up all areas of your attraction. It's your time to find (or enhance!) love. You're radiating right now, and everybody seems to want something from you and your charming sense of humor.
At the same time, though, Lilith is also in Virgo, making you hyper-aware and analytical. Your critical nature is heightened right now, which might make expanding your network difficult. Pick up the phone and call someone you love. Make time to chat with them and engage in conversation. Spending time on the relationships that matter is the best plan of action, no matter how busy you are otherwise.
8/13
Libra
Now is the time to ask yourself the right questions about life, love, your passions, and your career. You clearly see what you are, and you're now ready to make the effort to be absolutely honest with yourself—no denial, no self-illusions. You're ready to have the hard conversations with the people you love about how you can be a better friend, partner, sibling, or daughter. This will naturally extend to how you present yourself physically, in terms of your fitness and your personal style. You may be ready to finally splurge on that investment blazer for a smarter look, or you're ready to get that gym membership you told yourself you couldn't afford. Just don't get caught up in vanity…now is supposed to be the time for internal improvements.
All these efforts will result in an increased social calendar—take the initiative and find out where you want to go, what you want to see, and what you want to do. If your'e in a relationship, your S.O. might be unable to embark on these adventures with you because they're preoccupied with work or family. Don't worry and don't take it personally: Grab a friend and make the most of it. If you're single, you might be ready for a quick summer fling to take your mind off the heavier stuff. Go ahead and explore, just make sure your intentions are clear!

9/13
Scorpio
Saturn returns to your sign, which means that you're finally grasping the fact that there are some situations you can't change…even if you want to. So, that ex doesn't want to come back? You're over it—no games or revenge involved. Scorpios definitely have the tendency to be overly aggressive, but most often that's just the symbol of your loyalty and intensity.
Those good character traits will come in handy this month when someone close to you begins a precarious downwards spiral—either with too much partying or a drastic cry for help. She will need your strength and ferocity at this time in her life, and she will (eventually) appreciate you holding no punches when it comes to telling her to shape up. You have a radar for your friends—you know when they're in danger: Trust your instincts this time.
As for your own love life, your seduction factor is hitting a peak. Play cheeky on text messages and milk that selfie for all its worth…eyes are definitely on you.
10/13
Sagittarius
You're in a period of transition…at least in your mind, that is. You may have finished college or high school and you're in limbo for the summer, or you've taken a career turn you weren't quite expecting. The key here is to go with the flow, keep your mind moving, and make no major decisions without careful thought. Talk at great length with your loved one, for s/he will give you the best advice for positive change.
You see, Sagitarrius, you're on a path to change directions that will last for around two-and-a-half years. Saturn entering your sign will bring you some very interesting developments, encouraging you to think and aim high, but you should be prepared for a marathon, not a race. You may have a sudden urge to move out of the house, visit a foreign country alone, or even change your majors, but all of these things take careful consideration to be done correctly.
If you do find yourself single, now is a great time to meet an exciting partner. As you begin a new chapter professionally, why not do the same personally?

11/13
Capricorn
Pluto keeps pushing you to change, evolve, and progress, which is why you are probably being called upon to kick bad habits like smoking or sodas…or Candy Crush. Use the time you normally waste on vices by doing something productive: Clean up your bedroom, organize your handbags, consolidate your contact lists, and sort through unread e-mails.
If you're coupled up at the moment, you may find that you two are locking horns quite a bit. Don't worry about the foundation of your relationship or how things stand—you are strong, despite the quarrels. (Just be sure to control your anger when it's related to the little things. Learn to let go!)
After the 19th, your mood begins to lift, and it looks like some money is headed your way! Now is the time for a great career moment, and you'll be challenged to go above and beyond what you thought you could do. There's no doubt you will rise to the occasion.
12/13
Aquarius
July is a good financial month for you, especially if you're interested in making a larger purchase like a car…or that handbag you never thought you could afford. (Kidding, but only kind of.) You may find yourself getting a new job or being tapped for a side project you didn't foresee. Either way, success is on your side, so live it up…and spend wisely.
If you're in a relationship, you two will be invited out to many parties, and you'll find your friendship circle expanding. On the flip side, if you're single, someone is going to enter the picture with many temptations. Trust your instinct and avoid anything that seems too complicated…you don't have the time. Keep busy, keep moving, and throw yourself into your friendships. Now's your own personal time to shine.

13/13
Pisces
Neptune has arrived in your sign which calls for an adjustment to its energy: more compassion, empathy, intuition…and creativity! All of these things are right up your alley—you'll learn to tune into yourself, trusting what's right or wrong, and you'll allow good things to enter into your life. Your heart may feel for (or fall in love with) wounded birds, or people who seem to be perpetually on the mend. But why would you save those who seem to put themselves in their own bad situations? This is the time to tap into that intuition we were talking about earlier and focus on yourself instead of getting lost in someone else's mess!
The second half of the month will allow you to feel free! If you're single, try active things like workout classes or hiking for dates. If you'r with someone, plan a trip or a quick daytime getaway and leave the cell phones at home. Your communication skills are excellent and the chemistry will be flying. Enjoy it!