Energy Patterns for July 2002 Energy Patterns for July 2002Jul 1st to the 7th -- the biggest blast in 6 months!
Jul 8th to the 11th -- the storm is cooling off.
Jul 12th to the 16th -- not really going anywhere.
Jul 17th to the 22nd -- a good storm for mental work.
Jul 23rd to the end of the month -- getting ready for the August fireworks.
An online ephemeris for the month is available.
One of the interesting patterns in July is the lack of any down-time. Most months have a cycle of storms and lulls, but this month, the lulls aren't very quiet. It's as though we're "always on", so getting some rest may be difficult. Make sure to carve away some time for yourself and get plenty of rest if you want to avoid burnout. Looking at the graphs for this month, I'd divide it up into 5 separate energy patterns.
Jul 1st to the 7th |
The 1st to the 7th is the core of the big planetary storm in July. The waveform varies considerably in strength during this period, from a weak 382 units to a walloping Koz Alert of 591 units -- this is a big wave to catch! The harmonics include H12, H24, H48 and a touch of H4 -- despite the positive overall mood, there are stresses and difficulties under the surface. The peaks in the waveform are showing an emphasis at 21-24 and 10-12 degrees of each zodiac sign. Check your birthchart to see if you have natal planets at these degrees that would be affected. This storm is the biggest powerhouse we've seen since last January. Given that it's the nation's birthday, we'll be seeing the events of this month playing out the entire coming year. Fortunately, there aren't a lot of "underground" influences to contend with, so surface impressions are reasonably accurate. This is a good time for enthusiastic physical effort, given the conjunction of Mars and Jupiter on the 3rd. Mental work is also favored, assuming that Mars let's you sit down long enough. In short, this is excellent time to work on any project you choose -- get up and do something!
Jul 8th to the 11th |
The 8th to the 11th is the down side of this storm as the energy starts to quiet down a bit. The waveform cools off quickly to the 370-450 unit range -- much more moderate of an impact. The harmonics are mostly H12, H24 and H36 -- still mostly helpful influences, though there's a lazy streak developing in us. The points of emphasis shift over to 27-28 degrees. The active planets in that degree range include Venus, Mars and Uranus. A grouping like that is sure to liven up romantic situations and close relationships. It's a good time to see past the superficial issues that come between partners and get back to basics. Do something together that is out of the ordinary -- a bit of novelty can clear the decks for renewed intimacy. If you started any new projects during the big storm, I'd look to be wrapping up the loose ends about now. The coming week or so is much less conducive to good results, so put things on mothballs for awhile.
Jul 12th to the 16th |
The 12th to the 16th is kind of a lateral drifting period. The waveform doesn't really dissipate during this time (staying in the 340-455 unit range) or break up, but it's not going anywhere either. The harmonics are H24, H36 and H48 -- mildly agitated, but it's hard to get worked up over it. The emphasized area is mostly 26-28 degrees still. There's not much going on during this period, surprisingly, even though life may feel rather busy. Uranus is still active, creating his surprises. Other active planets now include Mars, Jupiter and Pluto. There's much physical energy here that can easily spill over into the emotional realm if you're not careful. Channel your energy into work if you want to avoid causing tension with others. Take some time to relax and kick back -- that will also help you avoid hassles. Get ready for the next storm pattern.
Jul 17th to the 22nd |
The 17th to the 22nd is the other major storm this month. The waveform intensifies to the 374-534 unit region, hitting the low Koz Alert area several times. The harmonics consist of H24, H12, H4 and H48, so the overall mood of this waveform is much more difficult than the previous storm. The points of emphasis are 25-28 and 9-10 degrees. This pattern is being generated by the Sun, Mercury, Jupiter and Uranus, all "mental planets" curiously enough. It's a good time for mental work, especially the kind that requires intuitive insight or a view of the big picture. Boring, detailed work may not be quite so appealing. There's likely to be a high "chaos factor" these days, so stay flexible and be ready to shift directions. Venus and Pluto are also somewhat active, which could bring up emotional issues to sort through.
Jul 23rd to the end of the month |
The 23rd to the end of the month is a kind of "chaotic storm" that definitely hits us intensely at times, though the storm never seems to get well-organized. The energy is quite moderate, ranging from 350 to 460 units. The harmonics are a complex mixture of H24, H4, H2 and some underlying noise that includes H36 and H48. I'm not sure how to synthesize all that, but my gut level impression is that it's mostly challenging. The energy is focused at 29 and 8-11 degrees of each zodiac sign. This period could be setting us up for some long-term developments, since one of the "big aspects" starting now is active until next May. The outer planets that rule over unconscious personality traits are very significant now, so our actions and our intentions may be out of sync. If you catch yourself asking "why am I doing that?", it's probably because your unconscious motivations are tripping you up. The main pattern these days consists of Mars, Saturn and Neptune connected by stressful aspects, so it may be hard to stay out of trouble. All three planets are known to be hard to handle, each in their own way. You may feel a sense of frustration about being hemmed in or restricted in various ways, unable to fully achieve your potentials. This is a sign to slow down and reassess the situation -- the roadblocks are there to keep you from driving over the cliff. This waveform pattern will intensify in early August, becoming another full-blown storm.