We are smack dab in the middle of a month-long Sun-Pluto opposition. From our special position here on Earth, we are locked in a tug-of-war between the clear creativity of the Sun and the shadowy impulsiveness of Pluto from July 4 to Aug. 5. There is a dynamic tension in the air between reason and instinct, between what seems self-evident and present and what bubbles beneath the surface, between what the eye beholds and what lurks in the shadows. This is a great time of year to reassess what we “think” is happening in our lives and to get painfully honest with ourselves about the “actual” paths we are traveling. Use this time to dissolve any personal delusions by getting deeply real.
Here are your horoscopes for the Sun-Pluto Opposition. Read for your rising and sun signs.
Cancer
June 22 – July 22
You’ve been on a trip of self-awareness and self-reliance for a little while, Cancer, and things may have been getting really coherent for you. There is an Other tugging at you from the shadows, however, and it is time to get explicit about how this person is affecting you. We are all created in our relationships, and there is one relationship that is directing you in powerful ways. It is time to look directly at this dynamic and take the lead so it doesn’t unwittingly lead you.
Leo
July 23 – Aug. 22
It appears that you’ve been being here now, Leo. Meditating much? Solitude and reflection have been a big part of your self development lately. Removing yourself from the muck of the world is important for self-knowledge. However, there is a powerful itch nagging at you to get your hands dirty. Do not forget that you are of the world, and there is work to do. Perhaps some volunteering would be a good prescription here.
Virgo
Aug. 23 – Sept. 22
Your hopes and dreams are getting boosted by support from the peeps in your life, and you are probably peculiarly aware of these folks right now. A rising tide lifts all ships, and you are climbing in a tide created by your comrades. What is it that YOU are offering, though? Networking is important, but not without your contribution. Get in touch with your creative spark again so that, when the time comes, you can show off on your own merits.
Libra
Sept. 23 – Oct. 23
Your work in the public sphere has been getting clearer and more identified. It has been easier to see your vocation as a person out in the world. How is life at home, though? There is an intensity or a power at home that requires your attention as well. Have you been shirking your home life for your career, or have you been allowing something to fester that needs tending? Take some time to tend to your roots.
Scorpio
Oct. 24 – Nov. 21
The mountaintop is in your sights – whether it has to do with your studies, your mind-expanding experiences, traveling abroad or your spiritual practices. Learning new things has been important. There is a powerful call to remember what is familiar, however. Pay attention to your local neighborhood and what may seem mundane because there are transformative lessons there.
Sagittarius
Nov. 22 – Dec. 21
You are aware of how your energy is tied up with the energy of those around you – whether it is financial, emotional or material. You are invested in the community that you are part of. Remember, however, that you are responsible for your own well-being. You can not give from an empty cup, and your cup may need a refill. Hey bartender!
Capricorn
Dec. 22 – Jan. 19
A significant other is in your sights, whether there is an actual person out there or you are really getting clear on what you are looking for in a partner. In order for partnership to be healthy, however, you need to address your own shadows. What do you need to uncover within yourself in order to proceed in your search for the Other? Now is a great time to peer beneath the surface.
Aquarius
Jan. 20 – Feb. 18
You work hard, Aquarius, and your hands are calloused from the labor that you put out there. Whether those callouses are physical or metaphorical, you should be proud of the sweat you’ve put in. However, do you work hard so you can’t slow down long enough to sit with your own thoughts in solitude? Take some time to reflect because there is raw power available to you in your meditation.
Pisces
Feb. 19 – March 20
-Passion, joy, creativity, your unique offerings – these are all in the spotlight for you right now. It looks like you have been on a roll when it comes to your creative output. It can be easy to put blinders on when you are in the zone, though. Shakespeare is not a genius in a vacuum, so share your brilliance. There is volcanic power awaiting you in your network of support. Don’t be afraid.
Aries
March 21 – April 19
Have you been getting really clear on what home means for you? Whether you’ve been tidying your space, moving into a new one, or realizing what “home” means as a concept, the comfort of where you lay your head is center stage. However, there is a whole world outside asking you to be a part of it. Address your fears when it comes to your career because now is a great time to see them for what they are.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
It looks like you have a special appreciation for your local stomping grounds, like you’ve really been noticing how incredible your neighborhood is. Your local grocery store? So cute. Your library? Adorable! Feel this appreciation, but remember that there is a huge world out there. If you’ve been feeling angst about getting out of your comfort zone, figure out what that is.
Gemini
May 21 – June 21
Your finances are really getting clear, or at least you are looking at them with a newfound understanding. Focus on your material well-being, but there is a power in investing in other people also. It appears to be an opportune time to address your need for independence and realize that it is OK to commingle your stuff with someone else’s.
