July 5-11, 2025 - Full Moon, Retrogrades and Changes
- Sarah Brynteson
- 6 days ago
- 6 min read
Good morning,
As I shared in my email to my subscribers:
July is here, and it's shaping up to be one of the most impactful months of the year! On Friday, Neptune began its retrograde, with Mercury and Saturn joining later this month.
To help you prepare and work with the energy, I wrote an article that includes a simple process sheet to guide you through the retrograde cycle. So many people fear retrogrades—but we’ve lived with them our whole lives! They’re not something to be afraid of. In fact, when used with intention, they can help you grow in powerful ways. You can read the article by clicking HERE.
To support you through all the movement this month, I’m hosting a Stars and Cards session on Wednesday, July 9th—you’ll find the details below!
🌞 Bonus: If you’re a Cancer or Leo Sun, don’t forget to use your birthday gift code (Cancer2025 or Leo2025) for 15% off.
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In any case, let’s take a look at the week ahead!
July 5-11 Full Moon, Retrogrades and changes
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✨ July 6 , 2025
Picking up where we left off in the email...
Sunday may feel a bit more upbeat as the day goes on. At 5:06 PM CT, the Moon moves into Sagittarius to finish out the weekend and start our new week. Under a Sagittarius Moon, finding your version of a “Yes” can be incredibly helpful—especially when it comes to the desire for personal freedom. That’s the kind of Yes I’m talking about.
How can you say Yes to what needs to get done, while still honoring your freedom to be fully you?
You might also feel a pull to dive into some research around your family of origin or lineage—or maybe you’ll be drawn to trying foods from different cultures. If things feel challenging, getting outside and exploring something new might be just the thing you need.
✨ July 7 and 8, 2025
We continue under the Sagittarius Moon, but Monday brings a big shift.
While we were sleeping, Uranus—the planet of sudden change and awakening—moved from Taurus into Gemini for a “hot minute.” Okay, more like a few months. From July 7 through November 25, we’ll get a preview of what Uranus in Gemini will feel like before it retrogrades back into Taurus to finish the year. Starting in 2026, Uranus will stay in Gemini until May 2033.
In your birth chart, Uranus shows how you break routines, create change, and work with inspiration (sometimes even lightning-bolt insights). If Uranus is connecting with your Mercury, for instance, you might find yourself struck by brilliant, unexpected ideas.
Uranus is unpredictable, but not random. It breaks down what’s stale so something fresh can emerge.
The best way to work with this energy? Stay flexible and curious—two things Gemini excels at.
Since Gemini also rules how we think, communicate, relate to siblings, and manage short-term travel, you may notice shifts in these areas. Whether this hits close to home depends on where Gemini is in your birth chart. Otherwise, we may see more of this reflected in global headlines.
💫 And just as Uranus settles into Gemini, we enter a long Void of Course Moon starting at 4:29 PM CT on Mondayand lasting until 3:54 AM Wednesday, July 9.
To stay on track, prep your to-do list Sunday or Monday for the start of the week.
During these extra-long Void of Course periods:
✅ Great for:– Meditating– Finishing up existing projects– Taking walks– Resting or napping– Creating a to-do list
🚫 Maybe skip:– Starting something brand new– Making major decisions– Being hard on yourself 🤪
🌀 Fun fact: In my Between the Moons membership, I noted that 16 out of 31 days this July have these long Void of Course windows! If you want the full scoop, you’re welcome to join us there.
✨ July 9 and 10, 2025
While we sleep, the Moon shifts into Capricorn, setting the stage for the Full Moon on Thursday afternoon.
Capricorn energy is all about how we want to be seen in the world—our legacy, work, or what we’re known for. Some call it the "career sign," but it’s also about responsibility and structure.
With this Full Moon, you may feel the urge to reflect on your work/life balance. Is it truly balanced? Full Moons shine a bright light, revealing what’s out of alignment so we can find a middle ground.
Looking at this chart, I see an opportunity to transform old ways of thinking or doing—especially around your home or career—so they function better for your future.
This could bring some friction in your relationships, especially if you’re realizing who or what is supporting your growth—and what’s not. Habits might also come into focus, and you may feel ready to do something about them.
The ruler of this Full Moon is Saturn, the great teacher. If you’re in a season of “Saturn lessons,” they may feel especially loud and clear right now—but that can actually help guide your next steps.
If things get intense, turn to Capricorn’s grounding element: Earth. Go outside. Meditate. Take a hike. Play in the dirt. Let yourself reconnect until you can see the big picture again.
Want to make Moon Water or charge your crystals? This Full Moon is a great one for calling in stability and strength.
🌕 P.S. I’ll be sharing more Full Moon ideas in the Between the Moons membership!
✨ July 11, 2025
Friday might feel floaty, especially during the first half of the day. Right after Thursday’s Full Moon, we enter a Void of Course Moon that lasts nearly 21 hours—wrapping up around 12:11 PM CT.
It’s a perfect day for finishing up loose ends and integrating the energy of the week—let’s be honest, most of us use Fridays for that anyway.
Once the Moon moves into Aquarius, you might feel drawn to spend time with friends or simply enjoy your own company.
Aquarius energy brings unexpected insights and connections. As the Moon moves through Aquarius, she’ll be making beautiful aspects to Uranus, Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto.
Translation:
– Expect the unexpected (Uranus)– Set or adjust boundaries (Saturn)– Embrace the dream or dissolve what’s no longer needed (Neptune)– Transform how you feel or think about something (Pluto)
Whether you’re out with others or enjoying some quiet scrolling time, honor what feels right for you.
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Until next week!
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Group Reading - Stars & Cards
Our Next Group Reading will be on Wednesday July 9, 2025, at 7 PM CT (8 PM ET / 5 PM PT). With the Full Moon the next day it may give you some insights as to what is going on in your chart too There are up to 18 seats available for this experience, and they are claimed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Each session is recorded and shared after the event for you to download and listen to as often as you wish! The cost is $50 for you to join which is less than a 30-minute reading with me, too. If you have a discount code for your birthday or as part of my Between the Moons membership, be sure to use it at checkout for even more savings!
This Group Reading may be for you if you are:
Wondering what the Full Moon may be activating in your chart
Curious about what you should be focusing your energy on
Struggling with limiting beliefs or blocks you'd like to release
Curious how Jupiter may be bringing expansion into your life
Wondering what structures Saturn may be guiding you toward, and how the dreaminess of Neptune may be playing into it, or how Uranus may be bringing changes
During this event, you can expect:
A grounding and clearing of the energy
Questions answered through looking at your astrology birth chart or Oracle Cards from the people who secured their spot
To receive “Cleadons”—messages that feel meant for you as you listen to others receive their guidance. A “Cleadon” is a message that resonates deeply, even if it was given to someone else.
Length:
The length of the Group Reading is announced at the start and depends on the number of registered attendees:
1–5 people: One hour
6–10 people: One and a half hours
11–18 people: Two hours
How It Works:
Purchase your spot through the link below. Seats are extremely limited and sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Check your email after completing your purchase—you’ll find the Zoom link there.
Grab a notebook and pen, and hop online for the workshop! Come with an open heart and any questions you may have.
Download the recording: A link to download the reading will be sent to you via email. Watch and rewatch as often as you like! Please leave your feedback using the link provided—I read every one.
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