General Daily Insight for July 12, 2023

General Daily Insight for July 12, 2023

A change of pace could be in order. The confident Sun squares aching Chiron today at 8:06 am EDT, making us sensitive to harsh comments or criticism. Fortunately, this is then balanced out by the emotional Moon soothing the blazing Sun, giving us a sense of inner peace and understanding to protect our hearts. The Moon then joins with offbeat Uranus to bring out-of-the-blue impulses that we can freely follow out of our comfort zones. Spontaneity should give us the inspiration we’re looking for.

Aries

March 21 – April 19

You may need to have thick skin at this time. Someone could criticize how you express your emotions, which can be disheartening when you want to be authentic. It can be hard to hide your strong feelings, but a sense of inner security should keep you away from the trap of self-comparison. Later on, you may feel like getting onstage and singing your heart out or dancing the night away. Go for it! Naysayers shouldn’t be allowed to take away your fun.

Taurus

April 20 – May 20

You can currently take more daring chances. You could feel drawn to doing something more risky or taboo than what you’re normally drawn to, and while some activities are truly dangerous, there are plenty of ways of spiking your adrenaline without putting yourself in danger. You might do something that you’ve never done before, like an extreme sport or exciting class — you may simply try a new hair color. Whatever you do, be safe and let your passion for life soothe your fear.

Gemini

May 21 – June 20

An idea could arrive in a dream. Even if you don’t normally put stock in your dreams, the universe is sending your subconscious important signals. Perhaps you imagined yourself mailing a letter to a distant connection — or your mind might have traveled to a country that’s always been on your list of places to go someday. It could have even been a daydream. You don’t have to act immediately, but consider adding this idea to a manifestation board or calendar to remind you.

Cancer

June 21 – July 22

You could be brought out of your comfort zone by the community. You might have been discouraged by authority figures taking the wind out of your sails through critique that’s more depressing than useful. It may seem like you’ll be spending your night by yourself in your house, but a spontaneous invitation from a friend or seeing an ad for a party or festival that resonates with you can pull you out of any slump. Take a breather to let stress roll off your shoulders.

Leo

July 23 – August 22

You might learn updated facts that cause some embarrassment. It isn’t fun to be behind on terminology or innocently ignorant about something, especially if the way someone else chooses to correct you isn’t that nice. While you could let this push you into a spiral of self-doubt for the rest of the day, it’s better to remember that no one’s perfect, and we all have room for inner growth. Look for opportunities to share your fresh knowledge in a kinder way than you were taught.

Virgo

August 23 – September 22

Someone might be nitpicking you. Your sign is known for meticulousness, but recent details can still fall through the cracks of your plans. Their scrutiny could add another layer of stress to your attempts, shaking your focus and wounding your heart. Instead of engaging in negative self-talk, tell yourself that you can always act as your best self — that’s all that you can do! It is still worth it to do your best. Give yourself a pat on the back for trying.

Libra

September 23 – October 22

Someone may presently feel like you’re not being genuine. There might be a version of you that’s gentler than they’re used to, and when you show them some of your real feelings, they could accuse you of being two-faced. You might be caught off guard by this response, particularly if you were expecting them to accept you. Remember: their lack of acceptance doesn’t mean that your feelings aren’t valid. Trust yourself, and if you know you’re being authentic, their opinion doesn’t matter.

Scorpio

October 23 – November 21

You could be criticized for a lack of consistency today. Someone may point at activities that you gave up or groups that you left as failures, when you may know that that’s not the case. Sometimes people grow apart, or interests fade — you should be free to change over time. Just because you let go of your place in a friend group or you decided to pursue other hobbies or careers doesn’t mean that you failed at anything. It’s okay to change gears.

Sagittarius

November 22 – December 21

Being emotional today can result in you sensing some judgment. When your big reaction to someone is noticed by other people, their opinions could poke at any insecurities regarding their perception of you. While it’s understandable to be worried, how you’re appearing to everyone else isn’t the most important thing. It’s probably impossible to explain the situation to everyone around you. People will believe what they’re going to believe when it comes to their own impressions, and it’s not your job to change their minds.

Capricorn

December 22 – January 19

An authority figure or other person whose opinion matters to you may criticize you. Regardless of their positive or negative motivations, the criticisms that they’re putting forth are unlikely to be ones that resonate with you. Be prepared to smile and nod without really planning to put their advice into practice. You likely have many opportunities for creative fun, and this isn’t the time to concentrate on what they think are your flaws. You won’t always agree with the people you love, and that’s okay.

Aquarius

January 20 – February 18

One boo can stand out in a sea of cheers at the moment. You may have a public accomplishment that’s very worthy of pride, but cynics could still attempt to drag you down. It’s often hard to ignore negative commentary, especially if it reminds you of anything you could have done differently to improve your project, but what’s done is done! Consider writing down any compliments you receive to remind yourself that you aren’t a failure just because someone, somewhere doesn’t love it.

Pisces

February 19 – March 20

Someone else’s drama could shake your sense of security. You might notice someone else being criticized for doing something that you also do, or a friend of yours may act out, bringing scrutiny onto you for being connected to them. It can be difficult to take on this pressure, but ultimately, you can’t please everyone. Each person will have a different perspective, and some aren’t as educated as others. Do some research into what’s going on to decide on your own how you feel.