Weekly Astrology Forecast: July 19 to 25, 2026 | A Week to Find Your Footing Again
- Alysse Mitchem
- Jul 19
- 7 min read
Weekly Astrology Forecast: July 19 to 25, 2026 | A Week to Find Your Footing Again
I'm not going to pretend this week magically fixes everything.
If Mercury retrograde has had you questioning your decisions, replaying conversations in your head, or feeling like life has been moving in slow motion, you're probably more than ready for a change of pace. The good news is that it's coming.
This week's astrology isn't loud or dramatic. It's steady. It feels like catching your breath after holding it for longer than you realized. There are still moments that ask you to be honest with yourself, especially around control, expectations, and the stories you've been telling yourself. But there's also a noticeable shift toward clarity, confidence, and finally feeling like you can move forward again.
With Leo Season beginning and Mercury stationing direct, the energy becomes less about surviving and more about living. You may not have every answer by the end of the week, but you'll probably have a much better idea of where you're headed. Sometimes that's all you need.
Key Transit Dates
July 19: Mars Sextiles Saturn
This isn't the kind of transit that gets people excited, but honestly, I love it.
Mars wants to move. Saturn wants to make sure there's actually a plan. Together, they create the kind of energy that helps you stop overthinking and start getting things done.
If you've been putting something off because it feels too big, don't focus on finishing it today. Just focus on starting. One email. One phone call. One page. Momentum has to begin somewhere.
July 20: Jupiter Trines Neptune Retrograde
This is a softer day.
Your intuition may feel stronger than usual, but not in a dramatic "the universe sent me a sign" kind of way. It might simply be that you know what feels right without needing someone else to confirm it.
If you've been craving a little quiet, listen to that. Go for a walk without your headphones. Pull a tarot card. Journal before bed. Give yourself enough space to hear your own thoughts again.
Jupiter Opposes Pluto Retrograde
Later in the day, things can feel a little heavier.
This transit has a way of making us hold on tighter than we need to. You might feel protective of your beliefs, your plans, or even the version of yourself you've worked hard to become.
Just ask yourself one question.
Am I standing my ground because it matters, or because I don't want to be wrong?
There's a big difference.
July 21: Jupiter Sextiles Uranus
Don't be surprised if something unexpected works in your favour today.
Jupiter and Uranus love opening doors you didn't even know were there. A conversation, an opportunity, or even a random idea could end up leading somewhere important. Stay curious.
Not every opportunity arrives looking polished. Sometimes it just feels different enough to be worth exploring.
Moon Enters Scorpio
By the evening, the mood shifts inward.
Scorpio Moons have a way of bringing everything below the surface. If something has been bothering you, it's probably going to be harder to ignore now.
Instead of trying to distract yourself, get curious about it.
There's a difference between dwelling on your feelings and actually listening to them.
July 22: Leo Season Begins
I think Leo Season gets misunderstood.
People hear "Leo" and immediately think confidence, attention, or being the loudest person in the room. But that's not really what this season asks of us.
It's asking you what makes you feel alive.
What have you stopped doing because you convinced yourself it wasn't practical? When was the last time you did something simply because it made you happy?
Cancer Season had us checking in with our emotions and our sense of security. Leo comes in and says, "Okay... now what are you going to do with what you've learned?"
This is a beautiful time to create, reconnect with hobbies you've neglected, spend time with people who genuinely lift you up, and let yourself be seen. Not for validation, but because hiding isn't serving you anymore.
Neptune Retrograde Sextiles Pluto Retrograde
This is one of those quieter transits that works in the background.
You may notice yourself looking at old situations differently. Maybe something that once felt impossible doesn't carry the same weight anymore. Maybe you're realizing you've outgrown a belief you've been carrying for years.
Those shifts don't always happen with a big emotional breakthrough. Sometimes they happen when you catch yourself reacting differently than you used to.
Don't overlook the quiet changes. They're often the ones that last.
July 23: Mercury Stations Direct in Cancer
I know everyone celebrates when Mercury retrograde ends, but here's the thing.
Mercury doesn't flip a switch and suddenly everything is perfect.
Give yourself a few days before rushing to make major decisions or assuming every delay is over. The energy is improving, but it's settling back into place.
That said, if you've felt misunderstood lately, this is where conversations start becoming easier. Emails get answered. Plans begin moving again. You might finally find the words you've been searching for.
If there's been something sitting on your heart for weeks, this is a much better time to talk about it.
Moon Enters Sagittarius
After the emotional depth of the Scorpio Moon, this feels like opening the windows.
You might feel more optimistic, more social, or simply more interested in looking ahead instead of replaying the past.
Do something that reminds you there's more to life than your to do list.
Read a book that inspires you. Take a different route home. Go somewhere you've been meaning to visit.
Sometimes a change in perspective starts with a change in scenery.
July 24: Mercury Sextiles Venus
This is probably one of my favorite transits of the week.
There's something really refreshing about how easy communication feels today.
If you've been meaning to reach out to someone, apologize, have an honest conversation, or even tell someone you appreciate them, today's energy supports that.
It's also lovely for anything creative.
Writing, designing, decorating, making music, planning content, or even reorganizing a space in your home can feel surprisingly satisfying.
Don't overcomplicate today.
Enjoy the conversations that make you laugh.
Theme of the Week
If I had to sum this week up in one sentence, it'd be this:
You don't need to have everything figured out before you move forward. |
I think that's something a lot of us forget.
We wait until we're more confident. More prepared. More healed. More certain.
But life doesn't really work like that.
This week's astrology keeps reminding us that clarity often comes after we take the first step, not before.
Mars and Saturn help us build something solid. Jupiter opens new doors. Mercury starts clearing away the confusion, and Leo Season reminds us not to lose ourselves in the process of trying to get everything right.
Maybe your next chapter doesn't require a completely different version of you.
Maybe it just requires the version of you that's here today to trust themselves a little more.
Guidance
If this week feels lighter, let it.
You don't have to keep carrying stress just because you've gotten used to it.
Say yes to the opportunity that excites you.
Have the conversation you've been rehearsing in your head.
Start the thing you've been waiting until next month to begin.
And if you're still feeling uncertain, that's okay too.
Progress doesn't always look like certainty. Sometimes it just looks like being willing to try again.

Crystal of the Week: Sunstone
Sunstone feels like the perfect companion for this week's energy.
Not because it promises instant confidence, but because it reminds you that confidence is something you build. It grows every time you keep a promise to yourself, speak honestly, or choose joy without feeling guilty about it.
With Leo Season beginning, Sunstone encourages you to reconnect with what makes you feel energized instead of constantly focusing on what still needs fixing.
Keep it nearby while you're planning your week, setting intentions, or even during your morning coffee. Let it remind you that your light doesn't need permission to exist.
Tarot Card of the Week: Strength

Strength isn't about forcing your way through life.
It's about staying connected to yourself, even when things feel uncertain.
I love that this card shows up during Leo Season because it completely changes how we think about strength. Real strength isn't being fearless. It's choosing to show up anyway.
That's the invitation this week.
Speak honestly.
Stay open.
Trust yourself enough to take the next step, even if you can't see the whole staircase yet.


Stay aligned....
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Here's to a month of healing, growth, and becoming more of who you truly are.
Closing
If the last few weeks have felt heavy, I hope this week gives you a chance to exhale.
Not because everything is suddenly fixed, but because you can finally start seeing what's next instead of only looking at what isn't working.
Take the opportunities that feel aligned. Let yourself enjoy Leo Season. Don't rush Mercury as it finds its rhythm again.
Most of all, remember that growth isn't always loud. Sometimes it's as simple as making a different choice than you would have a month ago.
I'll be back next week with another weekly astrology forecast. Until then, be kind to yourself, stay curious, and keep trusting your own inner wisdom.

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