This Week's Astrology

The astrology this week tells a powerful story of healing and integration.

You may find yourself facing emotional discomforts that are essential to your long-term psychological growth. This moment marks another turning point in your healing journey—an opportunity to initiate deeper integration. Remember, you don’t need all the answers. Presence and emotional honesty open the doorway to deeper awareness.

This Week’s Major Transits:

• Sun in Cancer square Chiron in Aries: Sheds light on wounds around self-image, ego, vitality, and leadership. This aspect helps process emotional pain that may have previously felt elusive, especially regarding paternal figures and your personal power.
• Last Quarter Moon in Aries: Occurs Thursday, July 17 at 5:37 PM PT. Expect shifts in priorities, intuitive instincts, and somatic messages. Your body may reflect symbolic truths—listen closely. This lunar phase intensifies the Sun-Chiron influence, bringing subconscious wisdom to the surface.
• Mercury Stations Retrograde in Leo: Also on Thursday, July 17 at 15° Leo. Mercury’s retrograde lasts until August 10 (stations direct at 4° Leo). This is a period for introspection, contemplation, and mental integration. Think of it like pulling The Hanged Man, Four of Swords, or Four of Cups from the Tarot—an inner pause in the cycle of thought and expression.
• Mercury in Leo sextile Venus in Gemini: Brings supportive energy for healing conversations, beauty, creativity, and lighthearted connection. Now is a good time to ask for help or indulge in simple joys as Mercury begins its reflective dance.

Reflection Questions For This Week

1. How can you be open to receive healing?
2. What is your body communicating to you?
3. What would you like to integrate, or reflect on, over the next three weeks?

Wishing you a week of ease, security, and safety.

Warmly,
Shawna McGrath, MFT
Depth Psychotherapy & Astrological Consultation

Originally submitted via email for publication on CrystalWind.ca