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Join bestselling author of 12 books, cosmic channel, and intuitive astrologer Molly McCord for a new episode every Monday and Wednesday. Since 2012, Molly shares intuitive astrological updates, spirituality insights, and channeled messages to add empowering awesomeness to your life - and have some fun along the way! Molly has been studying and practicing Western Tropical astrology for over 30 years, and hopes her intuitive insights resonate with your real-world experiences.
The powerful Aquarius Full Moon on July 29 unfolds alongside a rare Sun-Jupiter conjunction in Leo at 6 deg, followed by Chiron stationing retrograde at 0 deg Taurus on August 3. These alignments are accelerating profound personal and collective transformations, asking us to release outdated identities, confront shadow patterns, strengthen our authentic sense of self, and consciously choose the future we truly want. While July has carried tension through the Venus in Virgo-Mars in Gemini square, which is also exact on July 29 at 21 deg, the astrology now shifts toward greater heart-centered expansion, creative confidence, meaningful relationships, and inspired new directions as August begins. Striking real-world manifestations of the North Node's move into Aquarius have been apparent, too, including AI developments, technology outages, and humanity's growing relationship with artificial intelligence. Yet Chiron in Taurus is emphasizing the importance of cultivating inner stability, personal sovereignty, and tangible security during a rapidly changing era. This strong themes offer a profound quantum upgrade, inviting each of us to trust our own light, release external influences that no longer align. Fast change is imminent into August! Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW for 30% off! More details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
Eclipse season is here in August 2026, bringing powerful shifts across the Leo, Aquarius, Virgo, and Pisces areas of your chart. This month asks you to embrace your authentic creative expression and heart-centered leadership while simultaneously releasing outdated identities, attachments, and expectations that no longer support your evolution. Chiron's retrograde at 0 deg Taurus begins on August 3, and continues highlighting collective and personal healing around security, resources, and self-worth. In the first half of the month, Mercury, Venus, and Mars all change signs, bringing renewed momentum to relationships, communication, collaborations, and long-awaited forward movement. A Leo Solar Eclipse at 20 degrees on August 12 opens an exciting new chapter around love, creativity, confidence, and personal empowerment, encouraging bold new beginnings aligned with your deepest desires. The Pisces Lunar Eclipse at 5 degrees on August 28 reveals truths that dissolve illusions, close significant life chapters, and propel you toward greater clarity and spiritual maturity. The end of the month brings an inspiring, stabilizing Jupiter in Leo trine Saturn RX in Aries at 13 degrees from August 28 to Sept 3, which supports discipline, direction, and forward momentum. Although August may deliver surprising revelations and rapid changes, the month ultimately strengthens your trust in your intuition, your resilience, and your ability to navigate an entirely new timeline with greater wisdom, confidence, and alignment to your soul's highest path. Let's gooooo! 2026 Soul Growth Astrology Program ~ Powerful new beginnings in 2026 with Saturn-Neptune conjuction plus, 3 Mercury retrogrades, Venus retrograde, 2 Venus Star Points, 4 eclipses in 4 different astrology signs, and a lot more! Use code ‘COSMIC2026’ to get it all for $37 USD ~ Check out more details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/2026-soul-growth-astrology
Saturn stations retrograde at 14° Aries on July 26th, bringing your attention to your commitments, responsibilities and where you are investing your time. Saturn's energy and presence is louder as we assess what is working and what is not. More to share in this short video.
Wow! One of the most astrologically significant weeks of 2026 is here as multiple major planetary events converge to accelerate both personal and collective evolution. Leo season begins with the Sun illuminating confidence, creativity, love, and authentic self-expression while Jupiter in Leo amplifies opportunities for abundance and heart-centered expansion. At the same time, Mercury stations direct in Cancer, Saturn stations retrograde in Aries, and the Nodes of Fate shift into Aquarius and Leo, marking the beginning of an entirely new 18-month karmic cycle that encourages greater individuality, innovation, and soulful authenticity. Throughout this week, powerful aspects involving Neptune, Pluto, Uranus, and the ongoing Basket Configuration support profound multidimensional awakening, even as challenging transits expose fears, old identities, and limiting patterns ready to dissolve. The week culminates with the transformative Aquarius Full Moon at 6 degrees on July 29 conjunct Pluto, opposing the Sun-Jupiter conjunction in Leo. The end of July brings life-changing revelations that illuminate what must be released, what your heart truly desires, and how embracing your own evolutionary journey opens the door to greater purpose. This week can feel invigorating and exhausting at the same time, as changes happen at a rapid pace. More to share in this week's podcast. Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW to save 30%! More details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
4 outer planets align at 4 degrees from July 18 to 23, ushering us into a new creative era and a change in the collective frequency field. More to share in this short video. Please check out my YouTube channel for a longer discussion on this topic.
This week brings the much-discussed rare outer planet alignment as new pathways open in your consciousness, personal liberation, and bigger life path. Uranus in Gemini at 4 degrees forms exact supportive aspects with Neptune RX in Aries and Pluto RX in Aquarius, accelerating new ideas, visionary insights, communication breakthroughs, and the release of outdated mindsets. Jupiter in Leo at 4 degrees amplifies the courage to shine, create, take risks, and consciously choose a more expansive version of yourself. At the same time, Mercury retrograde in Cancer begins squaring Saturn in Aries at 14 degrees until the end of July, and asks you to make emotionally mature choices, establish healthier boundaries, and accept what is no longer aligned with your growth, even when letting go of the past feels difficult. The powerful Jupiter in Leo opposition to Pluto in Aquarius begins an ongoing power struggle that illuminates major themes around control, technology, data, leadership, and the needs of the collective, echoing revolutionary cycles from the past while initiating long-term global changes that will unfold for years to come. As the Sun enters Leo on July 22, the energy becomes increasingly bold, heart-centered, creative, and alive, reminding you that this is a time to actively participate in your own rebirth. Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW to save 30%! More details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
The lunar nodes shift into Aquarius and Leo beginning on July 26, 2026, marking the start of an 18-month cycle of collective and personal evolution that invites each of us to release outdated identities while embracing a more authentic future. As the South Node moves through Leo, we are encouraged to let go of old ego attachments, the need for recognition, approval, performative success, and identities that no longer reflect who we are becoming. This transit initiates a powerful process of inner rebirth, revealing where our heart has evolved beyond previous ambitions and where life is naturally closing one chapter to make room for another. At the same time, the North Node in Aquarius calls us toward greater authenticity, innovation, independence, and meaningful collaboration, inspiring us to contribute our unique gifts to something larger than ourselves. Rather than seeking validation through visibility or status, this 18-month cycle will emphasize living from genuine purpose, honoring individuality while strengthening community, and recognizing that our differences enrich the collective. It may be beneficial to reflect on the previous Aquarius–Leo nodal cycle of 2007–2009 as a point of reference, but today's planetary landscape supports far greater expansion, awakening, and opportunity. The deeper spiritual message is one of trusting divinely timed endings, allowing the soul to lead beyond the familiar, opening to unexpected new paths, intuitive breakthroughs, creative renewal, and a more empowered expression of one's true purpose in service to both personal fulfillment and humanity's collective evolution.Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW for 30% off! https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
The Cancer New Moon on July 14th is at 22° in your chart, which is a time to emotionally reset what has been moving through you since the Capricorn full moon back on June 29th. A few more thoughts to share with you in this short video. Please check out my YouTube channel for the astrological chart analysis of this new moon.
The astrology of July 8–15 brings a blend of emotional healing and powerful new beginnings as Venus enters Virgo on July 9, Mercury retrograde forms a Cazimi with the Sun in Cancer on July 12, and the Cancer New Moon at 22° Cancer on July 14 initiates an important emotional reset. Cancer season illuminates family history, ancestral patterns, maternal lineage, attachment styles, and the emotional imprints that have shaped our lives, offering an opportunity to understand ourselves with greater compassion and maturity. The Cancer New Moon marks the culmination of months of inner healing connected to a healing journey that began in late 2025 when Jupiter in Cancer squared Chiron in Aries at 22 degrees. At the same time, Venus in Virgo undergoes significant challenges as she crosses the South Node while squaring Uranus in Gemini and receiving pressure from Neptune in Aries and Pluto in Aquarius. This Venus in Virgo transit signals endings, unexpected changes, and necessary releases involving relationships, finances, work, health routines, and self-worth. Although these transitions may initially feel disruptive, they ultimately clear space for healthier, more aligned opportunities that begin to emerge in August when Venus enters Libra. More to share in this week's episode. Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW to save 30%! More details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
A rare "basket" or cradle configuration forms between Pluto in Aquarius, Neptune in Aries, Uranus in Gemini, and Jupiter in Leo all at 4 degrees in your chart, signaling a powerful shift into faster-moving timelines and entirely new creative potentials. The basket aspect is a container for evolutionary change. Rather than waiting for major world events to validate the astrology, the true transformation begins within each individual through the courage to trust new dreams, act on intuitive guidance, and move beyond hesitation into bold action. As Jupiter in Leo reaches four degrees and activates this rare alignment, the universe offers unmistakable "green lights" to begin new chapters, while Pluto in Aquarius calls for authentic empowerment beyond fear, Neptune in Aries strengthens intuitive self-trust and spiritual identity, and Uranus in Gemini accelerates breakthroughs, fresh perspectives, and unexpected opportunities. We will have ego-transcending lessons of the Jupiter–Pluto opposition, using the metaphor of an egg cracking open from within, and how this rare alignment marks the beginning of a multi-year cycle of accelerated growth, creativity, and manifestation that will continue unfolding through 2029. Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 22+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW for 30% off! https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
Neptune stations retrograde on July 7 at 4 degrees Aries, bringing our attention to how we can integrate more of our intuition and self-trust into our daily lives. A few more thoughts to share in the short video. Please check out my YouTube channel for a longer video on this Neptune retrograde influence.
July brings a profound threshold into new beginnings, as an extraordinary concentration of planets in the earliest degrees of their signs signals the arrival of fresh timelines, expanded consciousness, and unseen opportunities beginning to take shape. The primary theme is learning to trust the subtle inner shifts already unfolding, even before external evidence appears. Jupiter in Leo squaring Chiron in Taurus at 0 degrees on July 1 encourages a deeper commitment to self-worth, healing, and embracing a new identity that is no longer defined by past wounds or limitations. Meanwhile, an exceptionally active Mars in Gemini energizes conversations, ideas, decisions, and mental breakthroughs while emphasizing the importance of thoughtful communication. Mercury retrograde in Cancer is underway and ruling Mars, reminding us to allow the heart to guide the mind before speaking or acting. As Mars activates the Nodes of Fate, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto throughout the week, powerful flashes of insight, unexpected opportunities, spiritual awakenings, and accelerated manifestations become possible, opening pathways that previously seemed unavailable. Although moments of disappointment or uncertainty may arise through the Sun's square to Saturn on July 6 and Neptune's station retrograde on July 7, these experiences ultimately encourage greater inner trust, intuitive clarity, and alignment with a higher vision that is taking shape. Movement will be picking up as the month proceeds, but Mars in Gemini is coming in strong with important messages and communications now. 💎New in-person astrology workshops! 💎The Crystal Pyramid Experience💎 is a combination of galactic codes, astrology, channeled messages, and cosmic integration to unlock more of your soul’s guidance for this new cycle. All details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/the-crystal-pyramid Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW to save 30%! More details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
July 2026 marks a profound turning point, ushering in a new era of personal and collective evolution as multiple rare astrological alignments open powerful pathways for growth, manifestation, and expanded consciousness. While Mercury retrograde in Cancer encourages slowing down, honoring emotional truth, and trusting inner guidance before taking action, Jupiter's entrance into Leo begins a new twelve-year cycle of creative confidence, authentic self-expression, and claiming your worth despite lingering insecurities. Neptune's retrograde in Aries on July 7 deepens spiritual awakening, intuitive development, and soul remembrance. The highlight of the month is an exceptionally rare alignment between Pluto, Neptune, Uranus, and Jupiter all at 4 degrees on July 18, which signals the beginning of a multi-year Renaissance period that will continue reshaping humanity through 2029. As the Nodes of Fate prepare to shift into Aquarius and Leo on July 26, they complete their time in Pisces and Virgo for a majority of the month. July brings the completion of significant karmic healing, encouraging the release of outdated identities, perfectionism, self-sacrifice, and limiting beliefs that are being reset at a new starting point. Throughout the month, the astrology emphasizes saying yes to new opportunities, following higher guidance, and recognizing that you are entering a powerful new chapter where your soul is ready to create a future far greater than your past. Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW for 30% off! https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
Mercury stations retrograde on June 29th at 26° Cancer and travels back to 16° of Cancer in your chart until July 23rd. A few more thoughts to share in this short video. ♋💐💝
Cancer season deepens as several major planetary shifts occur this week. The rare and uplifting minor grand trine forming between Pluto in Aquarius, Neptune in Aries, and Uranus in Gemini, describing it as a collective turning point that supports positive change, greater sovereignty, and a renewed sense of possibility in the world. The focus then turns inward through Cancer season, encouraging us to reconnect with what truly matters in our hearts, soften emotional defenses, nurture meaningful relationships, and honor our deepest needs. Throughout the week, supportive aspects bring opportunities for creative confidence, tangible rewards, and important manifestations. Mars entering Gemini on June 28 accelerates the pace of life, bringing new choices, conversations, travel, and unexpected opportunities. Mercury stations retrograde in Cancer on June 29 alongside Jupiter in Cancer, highlighting intuitive downloads, emotional clarity, and significant inner guidance that may shape future decisions. The Capricorn Full Moon on June 29 offers a reality check around responsibilities, priorities, and long-term goals, helping us assess what deserves continued investment as the second half of 2026 unfolds. Finally, Jupiter’s entry into Leo on June 29 marks the beginning of a vibrant new cycle centered on creativity, confidence, joy, self-expression, and the awakening of the inner child, while its square to newly arrived Chiron in Taurus on July 1 reveals important healing opportunities around self-worth, self-love, and embracing a more empowered version of oneself. What a week! The Healer and The Sanctuary: Your Chiron and Chariklo Healing Journey ~ Discover more about your soul wisdom and energy signature through the unfolding transiting cycles of Chiron and Chariklo in your astrology chart. More details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/the-healer-and-the-sanctuary-astrology-program
Mercury is retrograde in Cancer from June 29 through July 23, 2026, highlighting a powerful opportunity to revisit, reframe, and heal emotional patterns connected to the past. Building upon the growth and wisdom gained during Jupiter's journey through Cancer, this retrograde encourages a deeper understanding of personal needs, attachment styles, emotional boundaries, family dynamics, and unconscious habits that have shaped one's inner world. This transit supports emotional maturity, helping us communicate more honestly from the heart while learning to honor your feelings without becoming overwhelmed by them. Themes of reparenting, ancestral healing, family lineage, intuitive development, and releasing emotional burdens are emphasized as Mercury guides us through a process of emotional cleansing and renewal. Mercury retrograde in Cancer makes a long-term square to Saturn in Aries in the second half of July, and may reveal what can no longer accompany us into our next chapter, requiring difficult but necessary releases as new beginnings continue to unfold throughout 2026. Ultimately, this Mercury retrograde serves as a healing passage that encourages greater self-trust, emotional wisdom, authentic expression, and the courage to leave behind what no longer aligns with who we are becoming. Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW for 30% off! https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
Gemini season comes to a close and Cancer season begins on June 21, bringing renewed emotional awareness, healing, and personal growth this week. A major focus now is Chiron’s entrance into Taurus on June 19, initiating a new healing journey centered on self-worth, self-love, stability, and recognizing what is truly essential in life. As Chiron lingers at 0° Taurus through September, many will gain clarity about their evolving values, priorities, and the deeper needs that support lasting fulfillment. At the same time, Venus in Leo opposes Pluto in Aquarius on June 17, exposing power struggles, control dynamics, and the contrast between authentic self-expression and external forces seeking dominance or manipulation. The Summer Solstice and the Sun’s entry into Cancer on June 21 amplify intuitive awareness, emotional healing, and a greater connection to the heart, encouraging trust in one's inner guidance and the development of stronger energetic boundaries. Humanity is moving through a profound period of consciousness expansion, timeline shifts, and spiritual awakening, where previously hidden gifts, wisdom, and soul memories are becoming more accessible. More to share in this week's podcast episode. 💎New in-person astrology workshops in 7 US cities in 2026! 💎The Crystal Pyramid Experience💎 is a combination of galactic codes, astrology, channeled messages, and cosmic integration to unlock more of your soul’s guidance for this new cycle. All details here: https://www.mollymccord.online/the-crystal-pyramid
Jupiter's entry into Leo on June 29, 2026 marks the beginning of a powerful year-long cycle of heart-centered expansion, creative breakthroughs, courageous self-expression, and renewed confidence in our unique gifts and purpose. Jupiter in Leo will activate each of the 12 zodiac signs in a unique way, bringing opportunities for growth, abundance, creativity, and personal empowerment in different areas of life. Jupiter in Leo encourages us to trust our inner light, take inspired risks, share our talents more boldly, and reconnect with what truly brings us alive. This transit reminds us that spiritual growth is not only found through healing and introspection, but also through celebrating life, embracing our gifts, and having the courage to fully shine as who we are meant to be. More to share about each 12 astrology signs in this podcast episode.And as a heads up, Jupiter’s annual 4 month retrograde cycle will be between 17° and 27° Leo. Plus, this transit will interact powerfully with Saturn and Neptune in Aries, Pluto in Aquarius, and Uranus in Gemini as part of the larger “Minor Grand Trine” energies unfolding through 2029. Manifesting with Minor Grand Trine ~ Powerfully access your highest timeline with the major astrology from 2025 into 2029 and discover how the big outer planet transits will show up in your astrology chart with 20+ videos. Use code COSMICARROW for 30% off! https://www.mollymccord.online/Minor-Grand-Trine-Manifesting
