July 7th, the Moon in Aries is square the Sun in Cancer; it is the 1st quarter moon. There is tension in this cycle. It is ambitious, motivated, and independent.

The Moon is also conjunct Saturn; you may feel cut off from your emotions, and finding the support you need can be troublesome.

Leo embodies brightness and light, which makes them sociable. Leo’s role in the zodiac cycle is to develop the ego and creativity. Its opposite sign is Aquarius, which means Pluto will be in opposition to Leo. Pluto in opposition to Jupiter makes things big. Power struggles, and for some, are deep religious or political convictions. It is an incredible drive to succeed.

The Chiron square adds another layer of complexity. What is important to our sense of values and reviewing what is valuable.

Mercury retrograde in Cancer is square to the Moon today too and Saturn, Neptune. It is hard to see the forest through the trees!