PREVIOUS THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY July 21 2025 to July 27 2025 Monday July 21 Saturn, Neptune and Mercury Neptune turned retrograde earlier this month. So too, did Saturn. Now, Mercury is retracing its steps. Saturn encourages us to consider unresolved themes from the past. Neptune takes us on an inward journey which reveals hidden truths and helps us shed illusions. With the planet of ideas now joining this grand optical illusion, we'll find it easier to refocus and rethink. By making space for some soul-searching, we can find ways to make changes that improve our lives. Tuesday July 22 Sun in Leo Makes Time for Fun We underestimate the importance of 'play'. It's often seen as the opposite to 'work' - which means we write it off as being less important, trivial, and lacking in value. But it's not! 'Playing' positively impacts our brains. It produces endorphins which make us feel more relaxed so that we can deal with life's stresses in more effective ways. The Sun's move into Leo encourages us to make more space for recreation. Having fun isn't a luxury. It's essential for our wellbeing. Ready?! Wednesday July 23 Mercury Retrograde Opens the Mind We're in the Dark of the Moon. And with Mercury (planet of communication and ideas) in retrograde motion, this magical mystical phase holds the potential to reveal answers to long unanswered questions. If you're unsure of your direction in life, and are open to new concepts, you'll discover options and possibilities. But if you've got a fixed idea about what needs to occur, you might struggle. It's through loosening things set in stone that paths to new horizons can be constructed. Thursday July 24 New Moon in Leo The New Moon affects us all, no matter our sign. Since it takes place in the sign of the lion, although Leos, Aquarians, and Cancerians will be most sensitive to its influence, we'll all experience a moment of awakening. In regards to one particular subject or issue, we'll be able to recognise a factor that's been there all along, which we've been overlooking. Inspired and excited by the fresh possibilities that arise from this discovery we can set constructive changes in motion. It's life-improving time! Friday July 25 Sun Pluto Challenge The legacy of the New Moon carries us into the weekend with a spirit of hope and a desire to create more good things in our worlds. It's perfect timing, because the Sun/Pluto opposition is likely to bring a challenge or two. When the planet of transformation's powers are under the spotlight, we're called to take a deep look at ourselves; particularly at aspects of our personality that hold us back. It's a chance to free ourselves from unhelpful patterns. And that can only be good! Saturday July 26 Your Weekly Horoscope Some of the major astrological events of 2025 have been more attention-seeking than others. The impact of Uranus the planet of surprises' transit through Gemini - which will continue to bring unexpected changes and radical ideas for years to come - is behind lots of the current headlines. The good news is that this week, relief is at hand. As Venus, planet of love and pleasure, enters Cancer, things will get a little sweeter and gentler. The key lies in loving and appreciating what we've got. Back to Index           Oscar and Cainer's Daily Zodiac Forecasts