July 2025 Newsletter
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Uranus moving into Gemini this month sees all the outer planets changing signs to the yang polarity. This is a significant event, esecially as it has all happened within a short space of time.
So is much happening in the world out there, but please remember to choose love over fear and be kind to yourself and to others.
Blessings
Christine Rothwell 🙏🏼
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.christine-rothwell.com
Contents
July begins with only Pluto retrograde, but it is joined by Neptune on July 5, Saturn on the 13th , Mercury on the 18th and Chiron on the 31st.
Note: all dates are for Australian Eastern Time.
Uranus to Gemini on July 7
On July 7 Uranus moves into Gemini where it will stay until November 8 when it will retrograde back into Taurus until it settles into Gemini on April 26 2026 until 2032 to 2033.
Uranus is named after the original sky god and takes 84 years to orbit the Sun, spending about seven years in each of the twelve signs. Uranus is a transpersonal planet, the first planet beyond the boundaries of Saturn and always challenges us to move beyond the limitations of our socialization and awaken to our individuality and larger truths. As a transpersonal planet Uranus serves the needs of the individual and collective soul, rather that the ego’s conscious wishes and desires.
Uranus is identified with the principle of change and seeks to destroy stagnant and outdated structures, beliefs and philosophies. His action is often confronting and challenging and can become chaotic and disruptive when we resist the change that our soul demands. The last time Uranus was in Gemini 1941 - 2 to 1948 when the world was being challenged by a number of shadowy tyrants – Hitler, Mussolini, Stalin – and we also saw the birth of a new World Vision with the United Nations …and many new interventions that made life a lot easier, at least in the Western world.
With Uranus moving into Gemini all this energy will come to be focused on things associated with this sign. Here is a list of the areas of life under the domain of Gemini which may come to prominence and be areas where we may see significant changes, however at the moment it seems that the impact of AI is the key to the big changes in our world.
Gemini is associate with the following phenomena, and we can expect to see change an innovation in all these areas:
With Pluto now in Aquarius and Uranus in Gemini It does suggest major social and political changes that may see a rise in the polarization of viewpoints. With Gemini being a mutable sign the danger is not to polarize or split into us and them [right and left, good and bad] but to keep the lines of communication open and embrace the positive Gemini aspect of curiosity about different groups, ideologies and internally with parts of self. Hopefully we can all find ways to disagree without bitterness and hatred pulling us away from core heart values of kindness, compassion and respect for all.
The choice is always ours [and of course humanity as a collective] whether the energy is used constructively or destructively. History tells us that there will probably be expressions of both polarities.
Full Moon at close to 19 Capricorn on July 11
The annual Full Moon in Capricorn activates the Cancer Capricorn polarity and invites reflection on how we balance these two energies and these areas of life experience. This suggests the need to review and re-balance home, family and private life with career and public life; nurturing, bonding and connection with authority and setting boundaries. The opportunity exists to see which polarity we may need to give more attention to.
This year the lunation will activate any planets or points within a 3 - 5-degree orb of the 19 degrees of Capricorn; around mid-degrees of the cardinal signs of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries and Libra.
Uranus moving into Gemini this month sees all the outer planets changing signs to the yang polarity. This is a significant event, esecially as it has all happened within a short space of time.
So is much happening in the world out there, but please remember to choose love over fear and be kind to yourself and to others.
Blessings
Christine Rothwell 🙏🏼
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.christine-rothwell.com
Contents
- Uranus to Gemini
- July Full Moon in Capricorn
- Mercury Retrograde dates
- July New Moon in Leo
- 2025 Astrology Classes & Consultations
July begins with only Pluto retrograde, but it is joined by Neptune on July 5, Saturn on the 13th , Mercury on the 18th and Chiron on the 31st.
Note: all dates are for Australian Eastern Time.
- July 5: Venus to Gemini
- July 7: Uranus to Gemini
- July 11: Full Moon in Capricorn
- July 18: Mercury stations retrograde in Leo
- July 22: Sun to Cancer
- July 25: New Moon in Leo
- July 31: Venus to Cancer
Uranus to Gemini on July 7
On July 7 Uranus moves into Gemini where it will stay until November 8 when it will retrograde back into Taurus until it settles into Gemini on April 26 2026 until 2032 to 2033.
Uranus is named after the original sky god and takes 84 years to orbit the Sun, spending about seven years in each of the twelve signs. Uranus is a transpersonal planet, the first planet beyond the boundaries of Saturn and always challenges us to move beyond the limitations of our socialization and awaken to our individuality and larger truths. As a transpersonal planet Uranus serves the needs of the individual and collective soul, rather that the ego’s conscious wishes and desires.
Uranus is identified with the principle of change and seeks to destroy stagnant and outdated structures, beliefs and philosophies. His action is often confronting and challenging and can become chaotic and disruptive when we resist the change that our soul demands. The last time Uranus was in Gemini 1941 - 2 to 1948 when the world was being challenged by a number of shadowy tyrants – Hitler, Mussolini, Stalin – and we also saw the birth of a new World Vision with the United Nations …and many new interventions that made life a lot easier, at least in the Western world.
With Uranus moving into Gemini all this energy will come to be focused on things associated with this sign. Here is a list of the areas of life under the domain of Gemini which may come to prominence and be areas where we may see significant changes, however at the moment it seems that the impact of AI is the key to the big changes in our world.
Gemini is associate with the following phenomena, and we can expect to see change an innovation in all these areas:
- Education – learning
- Transport
- Communication
- Trade
- Travel
- Treaties
With Pluto now in Aquarius and Uranus in Gemini It does suggest major social and political changes that may see a rise in the polarization of viewpoints. With Gemini being a mutable sign the danger is not to polarize or split into us and them [right and left, good and bad] but to keep the lines of communication open and embrace the positive Gemini aspect of curiosity about different groups, ideologies and internally with parts of self. Hopefully we can all find ways to disagree without bitterness and hatred pulling us away from core heart values of kindness, compassion and respect for all.
The choice is always ours [and of course humanity as a collective] whether the energy is used constructively or destructively. History tells us that there will probably be expressions of both polarities.
Full Moon at close to 19 Capricorn on July 11
The annual Full Moon in Capricorn activates the Cancer Capricorn polarity and invites reflection on how we balance these two energies and these areas of life experience. This suggests the need to review and re-balance home, family and private life with career and public life; nurturing, bonding and connection with authority and setting boundaries. The opportunity exists to see which polarity we may need to give more attention to.
This year the lunation will activate any planets or points within a 3 - 5-degree orb of the 19 degrees of Capricorn; around mid-degrees of the cardinal signs of Capricorn, Cancer, Aries and Libra.
Other, specifically Capricorn issues, that may arise could include concerns around our:
Capricorn’s challenge is to claim its authority in its chosen domain and develop its organizational and executive skills, but to do this in a way that is authoritative rather than authoritarian.
Mercury stations retrograde at 15 Leo on July 18
Here are a few dates for those of you who like to work with this energy.
- authority, responsibility, boundaries
- insecurities, rejection
- activation of the inner [and outer] critic.
Capricorn’s challenge is to claim its authority in its chosen domain and develop its organizational and executive skills, but to do this in a way that is authoritative rather than authoritarian.
Mercury stations retrograde at 15 Leo on July 18
Here are a few dates for those of you who like to work with this energy.
- June 30 to August 25: Mercury in the retrograde loop
- July 18: Stations retrograde at close to 15 Leo
- August 1: Conjunct the Sun: Inferior conjunction: marks the beginning of the new cycle at around 9 degrees of Leo Time to set new intentions in the light of what has come to our awareness.
- August 11: Stations direct on around 4 Leo
- August 25: leaves the retrograde loop.
As the new cycle begins in Leo, it intensifies the challenge to re-view and re-evaluate all things connected with this archetype, especially our need for validation and recognition. [Read a bit more in the next section about the Leo New Moon]
We may also be challenged to review:
The whole retrograde phase is a potent time for reflection and review … a time when we can become aware of habitual beliefs and thought patterns and make the adjustments necessary to align our thinking with the person we are now. This is a great time to meditate, reflect, research, seek answers, sort out your paperwork, return calls and generally attend to all the things you have been too busy to do earlier.
Remember, Mercury retrograde always provides us with the opportunity to free our thinking from habitual ruts and develop a more conscious set of mental attitudes and beliefs.
New Moon at close to 2 Leo on July 25
The New Moon in Leo falls on July 25 at close to 2 degrees of Leo and is trine to Saturn and Neptune, sextile Uranus and opposite to Pluto, bringing a mixed bag of energies to deal with. With the New Moon in a very tight opposition to Pluto those of you having planets around early degrees of fixed signs that are being activated by Pluto may find this a time for potential shifts and insights.
We may also be challenged to review:
- the affairs of the house where the retrograde action takes place in your horoscope [4 to 15 Leo].
- Any planets any points that fall between these degrees of fixed signs, especially those close to the Inferior Conjunction degree of around 9 degrees of Leo.
The whole retrograde phase is a potent time for reflection and review … a time when we can become aware of habitual beliefs and thought patterns and make the adjustments necessary to align our thinking with the person we are now. This is a great time to meditate, reflect, research, seek answers, sort out your paperwork, return calls and generally attend to all the things you have been too busy to do earlier.
Remember, Mercury retrograde always provides us with the opportunity to free our thinking from habitual ruts and develop a more conscious set of mental attitudes and beliefs.
New Moon at close to 2 Leo on July 25
The New Moon in Leo falls on July 25 at close to 2 degrees of Leo and is trine to Saturn and Neptune, sextile Uranus and opposite to Pluto, bringing a mixed bag of energies to deal with. With the New Moon in a very tight opposition to Pluto those of you having planets around early degrees of fixed signs that are being activated by Pluto may find this a time for potential shifts and insights.
Each year the Leo New Moon illuminates the area of our chart [and psyche] where Leo is located… the area of life where we seek to express ourselves and may have a need for recognition, appreciation and validation. Generally speaking, this is an opportune time to have some fun and explore your creativity but beware the Leo shadow of attention seeking and melodrama. The Leo quest is to discover the Self, master pride and to inspire others with their leadership skills and warmth.
If you have planets close to 2 degrees of fixed signs this lunation could act as a trigger for the transit of Pluto you are experiencing. Pluto’s involvement may highlight our shadow self and fear-based patterns, especially around issues to do with power, control, trust and betrayal. Through the illumination of these patterns, we have the opportunity to gain more insight and awareness so we can work at letting them go and find a greater sense of inner safety, especially regards self-expression and our need to feel heard and validated. Potentially this lunation calls us to re-claim our personal authority and experience empowerment that is not at the expense of others.
If you have planets close to 2 degrees of fixed signs this lunation could act as a trigger for the transit of Pluto you are experiencing. Pluto’s involvement may highlight our shadow self and fear-based patterns, especially around issues to do with power, control, trust and betrayal. Through the illumination of these patterns, we have the opportunity to gain more insight and awareness so we can work at letting them go and find a greater sense of inner safety, especially regards self-expression and our need to feel heard and validated. Potentially this lunation calls us to re-claim our personal authority and experience empowerment that is not at the expense of others.
May the Goddess & God Bless You All
Christine
🙏🏼
www.christine-rothwell.com
[email protected]
Astrology Classes
Beginners through to Advanced Classes
Christine offers an in-depth psychological and mythological approach to astrology. Her classes are suitable for those individuals who are wishing to learn more about themselves as well as those interested in becoming a professional astrologer.
First Year/ Beginners’
First year is only available as Video Only. Please enquire for more information.
First year focuses on learning how to read / delineate a horoscope and covers the elements, signs, planets, houses, aspects etc.
Second Year / Intermediate
Second year is also available as Video Only and focuses on additional points and themes in the horoscope [ lunation cycle, asteroids, Eris, Medical Astrology, Career] and Dynamic [predictive] Techniques: Transits & Progressions.
Advanced Group
Begins online – on Zoom – Thursday evenings from February 2025.
The Advanced Classes give you the opportunity to integrate what you have learned through a seminar format that allows exposure to more advanced techniques and psychological perspectives, plus the opportunity to develop your delineation skills.
Please email for a brochure.
[email protected]
Or visit
www.christinerothwell.com
For more information
Consultations
are now on Zoom
and are still recorded so the sound file link can be sent to you via email.
Gift Certificates are available for most consultations.
AN INITIAL CONSULTATION
explores the soul’s journey as revealed through the personal symbol of the birth chart. The focus is on the potential inherent in the birth chart and the challenges that need to be embraced to realize this potential.
Also available as an…
In-depth Consultation Two hours to explore both the soul’s journey [see above] and the year ahead. Includes 2 or 4 supplementary e-booklets.
Chart Up-date: The Year Ahead
Explores the year ahead from a psychological perspective.
Understanding Your Child: A wonderful gift for new parents and explores a child’s unique needs, motivations, potentials, and challenges.
Christine
🙏🏼
www.christine-rothwell.com
[email protected]
Astrology Classes
Beginners through to Advanced Classes
Christine offers an in-depth psychological and mythological approach to astrology. Her classes are suitable for those individuals who are wishing to learn more about themselves as well as those interested in becoming a professional astrologer.
First Year/ Beginners’
First year is only available as Video Only. Please enquire for more information.
First year focuses on learning how to read / delineate a horoscope and covers the elements, signs, planets, houses, aspects etc.
Second Year / Intermediate
Second year is also available as Video Only and focuses on additional points and themes in the horoscope [ lunation cycle, asteroids, Eris, Medical Astrology, Career] and Dynamic [predictive] Techniques: Transits & Progressions.
Advanced Group
Begins online – on Zoom – Thursday evenings from February 2025.
The Advanced Classes give you the opportunity to integrate what you have learned through a seminar format that allows exposure to more advanced techniques and psychological perspectives, plus the opportunity to develop your delineation skills.
Please email for a brochure.
[email protected]
Or visit
www.christinerothwell.com
For more information
Consultations
are now on Zoom
and are still recorded so the sound file link can be sent to you via email.
Gift Certificates are available for most consultations.
AN INITIAL CONSULTATION
explores the soul’s journey as revealed through the personal symbol of the birth chart. The focus is on the potential inherent in the birth chart and the challenges that need to be embraced to realize this potential.
Also available as an…
In-depth Consultation Two hours to explore both the soul’s journey [see above] and the year ahead. Includes 2 or 4 supplementary e-booklets.
Chart Up-date: The Year Ahead
Explores the year ahead from a psychological perspective.
Understanding Your Child: A wonderful gift for new parents and explores a child’s unique needs, motivations, potentials, and challenges.