Astrology: Neptune sextile Pluto, July 24, 2026

From https://cafeastrology.com/events/neptune-sextile-pluto-july-2026/

Neptune, at 4° Aries 20’, forms a sextile aspect with Pluto at 4° Aquarius 20’ in July 2026. This is the first of 13 such aspects while Neptune is in Aries and Pluto is in Aquarius. 

With Neptune sextile Pluto, we are especially able to see the layers of a situation. We’re intrigued by what makes things work and by people’s motivations, as well as economics, natural resources, parapsychology, and politics. It’s a time of rich experiences and cultural movements, transformative scientific thought and advancement, and of paying more sensitive attention to human rights. Psychic energy is intense but not overwhelmingly so during this phase of spiritual unclogging. We seek a sense of purpose or magic now, wanting to elevate what’s mundane or ordinary in our lives. We might work on deepening our intuition, imagination, or compassion, or we might feel more compelled to act on these things to make a change.

From https://astrologyking.com/neptune-sextile-pluto/

Your input to the mass consciousness transforms how we communicate and live with each other through political, religious, and cultural renewal. Old systems and beliefs based on empire and superiority are disintegrating. In their place, you are dreaming up, or imagineering, a more humanitarian approach and shared responsibility for the welfare of everyone and everything, the collective dream.

From Robert Hand, Planets in Transit:

'You will be in closer touch with you innermost psychological  drives than at almost any other time of your life. This is not an opportunity to be wasted, especially since these energies may be operating much more benevolently than usual. Now you can do voluntarily what you would be forced to do at some other period in your life.' (p. 465)

From The NeptunePluto Cycle and the Transformation of Civilisation

The first sextile faded in from the early 1940s and was exact from 1950 – 55 with Neptune in Libra and Pluto in Leo. The second sextile more or less ran from the end of the first, becoming exact in 1976 – 84 and fading out into the 1990s with Neptune in Sagittarius and Pluto in Libra.

Since the 1950s we’ve seen the growth of a globalised culture with the spread of images worldwide through TV broadcasting and satellites, and now the internet. Modern art fragmented our perspectives and rock ‘n’ roll gave us wall-to-wall youth culture. Social reform exploded with the rise of mass movements, such as civil rights marches, humanitarian campaigns, and environmentalism.

Meanwhile, philosophy started to deconstruct itself with the rise of postmodernism which appears to have trigged a full-scale implosion of the rational Western mind. For a while it looked like the old religions were on the run, but soon a new fundamentalism took root on both sides of the science/religion divide. Science has now morphed into the new religion of scientism and we’ve almost come full circle.

The scientific revolution started out as genuinely evolutionary. It expanded our horizons, transformed our view of humanity and life, and freed people from the superstitions and dogma of religion. But it became distorted by power in its own right, just like the Church it sought to overthrow.

This sextile will be formed between Neptune in Aries and Pluto in Aquarius. Uranus will also be trine Pluto and sextile Neptune emphasising technological developments and the drive for personal freedom and awakening. Saturn will provide some grounding and a reality check when he conjuncts Neptune just before the first exact sextile with Pluto in 2026. More on those alignments at the above links.

At best, we have the potential to awaken to a deeper understanding of reality and consciousness which could work itself out through both science and spirituality. The previous cycles suggest we’ve been developing in the direction of greater wholeness and our globalised culture makes us aware of how interconnected we all are.

However, this awareness can easily be hijacked – as it has been so many times before. The fact that we’re all interconnected doesn’t mean we have to give up our individuality or our personal agency. Unity can’t be imposed. Falling into line with a totalitarian State or plugging into a hive mind won’t solve our problems.

From https://jessicadavidson.co.uk/2021/06/07/pluto-in-aquarius-the-evolution-of-society-and-technology/ 

While Pluto is in Aquarius, we take social structures and politics especially seriously, and we seek major reform in these areas. Unusual, intense, or dramatic happenings are possible with friends and networks.During this long-term cycle, we are likely to confront issues of control and power related to individuality, equality, friendships, and group associations.  

from https://jupitersrealm.com/neptune-in-aries-2025-and-beyond/ February 1, 2025 

The Neptunian impulse in Aries to seek and connect to a perfect ideal in this martial realm suggests an increase in aspirations and visions relating to personal power and strength, collective empowerment, achievement, leadership, and to achieve one’s dreams or beliefs through sheer will power, confidence, determination or dominance. What do you need to strive for or do battle with to attain the dream? Where will your imagination take you in terms of what you feel you can personally achieve or overcome? It may feel like anything and everything is possible.

Astrology: Jupiter sextile Uranus, July 21, 2026

 

From https://cafeastrology.com/events/jupiter-sextile-uranus-2026/

 

Jupiter, at 4° Leo 38’, forms a sextile aspect with Uranus at 4° Gemini 38’in July 2026. This is a standalone transit.  

With Jupiter sextile Uranus our capacity for change and innovation enlarges, changes and innovations are exciting. We’re open to new energies, approaches, and attitudes. Fortunate events occur as a direct result of our willingness to entertain the unusual and to think outside of the box. This transit can also improve our optimism and positive mindset. We might profit, spiritually benefit, or boost business through new industries and novel approaches.

During this transit, we tend to view change and activity as good things. We’re less tolerant of repetition and routine, and we’re resistant of obligations or limits to our self-expression. Good luck or money can happen unexpectedly, appearing in the nick of time. This transit favors group activities, financial endeavors associated with groups or organizational efforts, online connections and ventures, educational pursuits, writing, publishing, speaking, and humanitarian efforts. Our outlook is positive and optimistic.

When Jupiter is in Leo, we can be quite personal, but when Jupiter in Leo forms a sextile to Uranus, it helps us detach somewhat from some of this so that we can embrace change.We’re doing communicating, transportation, connecting, and learning in different, non-traditional ways at this time, and this attitude can open new worlds for us, even in little ways. We can find unique or unusual ways to enjoy ourselves or help and inspire others. We might bring out the best in one another by recognizing each other’s unique talents.

From https://astrologyking.com/jupiter-sextile-uranus/

Jupiter sextile Uranus transit brings amazing insight and sudden, unexpected good luck. It makes you eager for positive changes in your life. You should have good fortune, freedom, and opportunities to make your life more exciting and enjoyable. This is an ideal time to tackle complex tasks that have previously caused frustration or limitations. Creative intelligence and experimentation can lead to new ideas and breakthroughs. 

Any impatience you feel as this transit approaches will quickly be replaced by excited anticipation and unexpected opportunities. This is a great time to book or start overseas travel, and it’s also an excellent opportunity to begin studying something that has always interested you but seemed impractical or not essential at the time.

You should take advantage of any investment opportunities, as this is a rare chance to reap rewards from taking a risk. The urge to make changes can also apply to social issues and politics. Your enthusiasm and altruism would be greatly appreciated by like-minded groups in charities, human rights organizations, or environmental movements.

From Robert Hand, Planets in Transit:

'While the energy of this transit is not usually disruptive, it does make you impatient with the routine limitations under which you normally live. You will probably try to make changes in your immediate environment in order to deal with this impatience. (p. 298-299)'

From https://theosophyproject.blogspot.com/2026/07/astrology-jupiter-in-leo-june-30-2026.html

More specifically with Jupiter in Leo, we attract the most good fortune when we express magnanimity, are generous with others, inspire confidence in others, conduct ourselves with dignity and sincerity, and avoid the pitfall of excessive egotism. With Jupiter in Leo, we prefer learning programs that focus on excitement, drama, show, dignity, and pride. Belief systems that emphasize love, honor, and loyalty are more appealing. We see opportunities to grow and succeed through self-expression, self-respect, generosity, and honor. We are more inclined to believe that generosity of spirit is the major key to solving problems. 

From https://theosophyproject.blogspot.com/2025/06/astrology-uranus-in-gemini-july-7-2025.html

Through the vibrations of Uranus, we are inventive, intuitive, and perceptive, and we’re unbound to tradition, allowing us to make progress. Uranus can bring sudden changes, shocking news or events, estrangements, changes of fortune, progress, new orders, and accidents. In Gemini, Uranus is stirring up our ideas, learning, and communications. It revolutionizes our transportation and communication systems and sense of connectedness. There can be great progress and unpredictability.

 

Astrology: Jupiter trine Neptune, July 20, 2026

From https://astrologyking.com/jupiter-trine-neptune/

Jupiter in Leo trine Neptune in Aries transit encourages hope, generosity and community spirit. You may undertake a spiritual quest to seek the truth. There may be destined encounters with priests, gurus or psychics. Others may come to you for spiritual guidance, or you can go it alone. Enlightenment can come through dreams, visions or meditation.You will find it harder to ignore the poor, sick and needy now. As your values and morals rise to a higher standard, you will find that selflessly helping others brings great satisfaction. Your charitable nature may extend to environmental causes or animal welfare.

Social justice becomes necessary with more interest in human rights and the plight of refugees and other innocent victims of war and greed. Because of your enthusiasm, others may congregate around you for a common cause. Some people feel a strong creative urge and find an outlet for their enthusiasm through music, art, dance or drama. You can also pursue your dreams of success without compromising your ego or material possessions. Wealth, fame, and glamor may come, but you should feel happy and content above all else. Romance is also possible as others find you mysteriously attractive.

From https://cafeastrology.com/aspects/jupiter-trine-neptune.html

Faced With Jupiter forming a trine to Neptune, idealistic and humanitarian goals or impulses surface now. Making connections with others from a different background may figure. Widening our minds through unusual or different experiences can be part of the picture. Practical considerations could take a back seat now. Generosity and compassion increase and our faith is boosted. We more easily make personal sacrifices for what we believe to be the better good.

Seeking fulfillment through our charitability, compassion, and generosity of spirit. We’re drawn to drama and mysteries, but we’re especially craving a sense of awe at the beauty around and within us and a sense of connection. Our idealism is stirring.

But while we’re yearning for meaning and understanding, it’s difficult to align ourselves with a satisfying mission, or our mission can face obstacles, and we are challenged to see beyond our attachment to power. 

From Robert Hand, Planets in Transit:

'...this transit can lure you into feeling that everything is just fine, even when you really have to do certain things or face serious problems. The desire to gamble or speculate is another aspect of this transit... don't let a feeling of overconfidence and the desire to take unnecessary risks get you into a losing situation (p. 303-304)'

From https://theosophyproject.blogspot.com/2026/07/astrology-jupiter-in-leo-june-30-2026.html

More specifically with Jupiter in Leo, we attract the most good fortune when we express magnanimity, are generous with others, inspire confidence in others, conduct ourselves with dignity and sincerity, and avoid the pitfall of excessive egotism. With Jupiter in Leo, we prefer learning programs that focus on excitement, drama, show, dignity, and pride. Belief systems that emphasize love, honor, and loyalty are more appealing. We see opportunities to grow and succeed through self-expression, self-respect, generosity, and honor. We are more inclined to believe that generosity of spirit is the major key to solving problems. 

from https://jupitersrealm.com/neptune-in-aries-2025-and-beyond/ February 1, 2025 

The Neptunian impulse in Aries to seek and connect to a perfect ideal in this martial realm suggests an increase in aspirations and visions relating to personal power and strength, collective empowerment, achievement, leadership, and to achieve one’s dreams or beliefs through sheer will power, confidence, determination or dominance. What do you need to strive for or do battle with to attain the dream? Where will your imagination take you in terms of what you feel you can personally achieve or overcome? It may feel like anything and everything is possible.

 

Astrology: Jupiter opposition Pluto, July 20 Barbault’s Basket

Mid-July begins one of the most significant periods of the year, with, Mercury still retrograde until July 23:

July 15 Uranus in Gemini sextile Neptune in Aries

July 17 Uranus trine Pluto in Aquarius

July 20 Jupiter in Leo trine Neptune

July 20 Jupiter opposition Pluto

July 21 Jupiter sextile Uranus

July 24 Neptune sextile Pluto

 

July 20, an amazingly tight cradle- the sideways trapeze pattern with the red line as the base (Jupiter opposite Pluto), the red triangle within the pattern is a T-square with Chiron at 30 Taurus / 0 Aries (very high energy, with lots of potential) 

Evidently, the 6 aspects that occur from July 15-24 are all part of the formation of this cradle pattern. Such a complex pattern maintaining such a precise placement within a 4 degree position at every point, coming together within a comparatively short 9-day period, is an exceptionally rare occurrence, to the point where it's difficult to find a comparable event.

From https://cafeastrology.com/aspects/jupiter-opposition-pluto.html

With Jupiter in Leo forming an opposition to Pluto in Aquarius, we can be quite ambitious, feeling that if we set our sights high enough, we can achieve anything. However, treading lightly, while it may not come naturally, is advised as it is easy to stir up opposition. We should watch for a tendency to take on too many interests, activities, or desires under this influence. Exaggerating our importance or power, either to ourselves or others, should also be avoided. Something might challenge our belief system, prompting a major attitude change, or we might have to face narrow-mindedness in others (or in ourselves).

This can also be a time when we feel such enormous pressure to succeed or chase a desire/goal that we make mistakes and exercise poor judgment. Possible themes are exploitation, manipulation, fanaticism, obsession, opportunism, legal issues, hidden agendas, and ulterior motives. If energies are channeled well, however, it can be a time to heal, reform, and improve.

From https://astrologyking.com/jupiter-opposite-pluto/  :

You should feel more powerful, make a bigger impression on others, and have greater influence over the outcomes in your life. Jupiter opposite Pluto transit will dramatically increase your ego and lust for power. To harness the best of this transit, it is necessary to temper your ruthlessness and fanaticism, at least in the public eye. You will need others’ support to realize your goals, so compromise is necessary to make more allies and fewer enemies.

Enemies are a feature of this transit because your growing power and strength will elicit defensive reactions from others who feel threatened by your increasing influence. Making these people feel less threatened will further your goals and, at the very least, make them feel like you are listening to their points of view. You may even take on some of others’ issues if you realize that your sometimes righteous beliefs are not the only possibilities.

From Robert Hand, Planets in Transit:

Sometimes this transit can stimulate a rather ruthless desire to get ahead. Most of us are tempted to cut corners, but that can have very unfortunate consequences, for this transit can indicate trouble with the law or even arrest... (p. 307)

July 2026 brings one of the most talked-about astrological moments of our time: The Barbault Basket. Astrologers describe it as a rare outer-planet cradle involving Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune, and Pluto in the early degrees of fire and air signs, a pattern linked to collective resets, shifts in power, and new ways of organizing human life. This isn’t everyday horoscope content. It’s big picture mundane astrology, the kind that speaks to systems, movements, and eras. And still, you’re living inside it. The way you make choices, tend your rituals, and show up in community becomes part of how this sky story unfolds.

From Barbault’s Basket and the Architecture of a New Era : 

Astrologers identify July 15–24, 2026 as the primary activation window for Barbault’s Basket, with the configuration reaching its peak around July 19–20 when the Jupiter Pluto opposition and several key supporting aspects perfect. That mid-month period carries the strongest charge, a time when conscious reflection and aligned action can resonate deeply with the larger currents.

At the center of this pattern is an opposition between Jupiter in Leo and Pluto in Aquarius. Jupiter speaks to growth, belief, and meaning. In Leo, it highlights creative leadership, self-expression, and the sovereign heart. Pluto speaks to deep transformation, power, and the hidden mechanics of systems. In Aquarius, it turns that focus toward networks, communities, technology, and collective structures.

An opposition brings tension and clarity. Jupiter in Leo wants to expand and shine. Pluto in Aquarius wants to expose and restructure the ways power moves through groups and infrastructures. Together, they place big questions on the table. Who leads? Who holds influence? How are resources shared? What does it look like to move beyond outdated hierarchies into something more sustainable?

Supporting this line are Uranus in Gemini and Neptune in Aries. Uranus, planet of innovation and disruption, in Gemini speaks to rapid shifts in information, media, communication, and thought patterns. Neptune, planet of spirituality and imagination, in Aries asks belief to become action, bringing courage and spiritual activism into the mix.

Trines and sextiles among these four planets form the “basket,” a geometric cradle of harmonious aspects in early Leo, Aquarius, Gemini, and Aries. Fire and air together create movement and momentum. Ideas don’t just stay in the mind; they want to be expressed, tested, and lived. For many people, July will feel like the mental and energetic volume has been turned up.

Others lean into a more pragmatic reading. In that view, the basket marks the end of a heavy phase and the start of a constructive one, but the process of change can still be messy and gradual. Jupiter opposite Pluto can magnify power struggles, ethical questions, and tension between ambition and integrity, even inside a supportive pattern. From this angle, July 2026 looks less like the first day of utopia and more like a serious work session on the foundations of our shared world.

Astrology: Uranus trine Pluto, July 17, 2026

Astrologers identify July 15–24, 2026 as the primary activation window for Barbault’s Basket

 

Abridged from https://cafeastrology.com/events/uranus-trine-pluto-2nd/ :

Uranus, at 3º Gemini 32′, forms a trine aspect with Pluto at 3° Aquarius 32’. Uranus trine Pluto occurs five times from July 2026 to May 2028. However, the influence will be felt from July 2025 to May 2029. When Uranus and Pluto connect, our need for reform is activated. It’s a potentially powerful time for reform, growth, and change, particularly related to sharing power and resources, individuality, and humanitarian, philosophical, or religious beliefs and practices.

We more readily tap into our deeper ambitions and motivations, and this knowledge of and connection with our inner selves can lead to terrific new directions. It’s a powerful period for psychoanalysis, as we’re just detached enough to delve into our personal psychology more objectively.

We recognize the need for change and reform, but also realize that having a solid plan of action is to our great benefit. As such, it can be a time of measured, deliberate change-making. It’s a fine time for forging new alliances and friendships. We might awaken to hidden or dormant talents, including inventiveness, or recognize a stronger desire for independence and freedom. The desire for new experiences is strong.

On another level, it can be a time to use our power and spread our resources more fruitfully and fairly. It can be a time of important and meaningful social shifts as we recognize inequities and course correct. We’re not only unafraid to address touchy, complex, or taboo issues we once glossed over or ignored, but we also find creative solutions. We no longer unquestioningly accept the status quo, and we no longer tolerate keeping our heads in the sand to keep the peace. Still, we should watch for overconfidence as we unearth dark or hidden matter more quickly than we can process it.

Abridged from https://astrologyking.com/uranus-trine-pluto/ :

The last series of trines in 1921-22 saw the rise of Hitler and Stalin and the founding of extreme politics like communism and fascism. It did not bring war, but an escalation of geopolitical tensions that led to war. We may again be headed for more radical social, economic, and political change. However, there are significant differences in associated aspects between then and now. There is good reason to be optimistic about more enlightened and ethical changes, exciting new medical breakthroughs, and technological discoveries.

The Uranus trine Pluto transit represents profound evolutionary change, offering you a deeper understanding of yourself and a broader perspective on life. You will undergo a gradual yet profound transformation that will enable you to engage more deeply with people and enjoy life more than before. Changes will be occurring around you that allow for greater personal freedom. However, you will also undergo an internal transformation, facilitated by a more adventurous, optimistic, and progressive outlook. Tradition, religion, moral standards, and societal expectations may have previously held you back. However, you can now feel free to explore more possibilities during this exciting time of self-discovery. You should be more willing to take risks and express the more eccentric side of your personality. This is an excellent time to quit bad habits and address outdated or prejudiced beliefs.

It is also possible that you will become an agent of change in your family, career, or community. You can achieve original solutions and more efficient outcomes by adopting a more futuristic, experimental approach. A more powerful intuition and the ability to sense the collective consciousness can make you a trendsetter. Increased charisma and personal power enable you to take the lead and have a positive impact on many people.This is also an excellent time to join groups or learn more about spirituality, the occult, or politics. You may also want to actively promote constructive change in areas where you feel strongly, such as climate change and human rights.

From Robert Hand, Planets in Transit:

This transit will deepen your philosophical concerns, enrich your understanding  of life, and give you the chance to make constructive changes that will make your life more worthwhile later on. Take advantage of this opportunity (p. 415).

From https://www.serenastro.com/blog/uranus-trine-pluto-july-2026#c7664ca6-9a39-46dd-97f1-cf6093bd8a85

The 2026-2028 trine is the same two planets, the same generational pair, but reorganized into air. Uranus in Gemini is no longer breaking — it's communicating, networking, distributing. Pluto in Aquarius is no longer dismantling institutions one by one — it's restructuring the underlying systems that connect them. The trine doesn't undo what the squares broke. It builds something out of the debris. Astrology coverage has framed the Uranus-Neptune-Pluto triangle of this decade as the first multi-outer-planet configuration since the 1990s; the 2026 trine is the first geometric anchor of that triangle. The shadow of this comparison is that trines don't force the integration the way squares forced the rupture. The cooperative channel only carries what gets actively built through it — what doesn't get built simply doesn't happen.

From https://jessicadavidson.co.uk/2026/06/29/july-astrology-2026/ 

'Events in society could be moving very fast and may be disorienting and challenging, depending on where you live. This moment may come to be seen as a watershed time when we look back and can get a clearer perspective on events. We’re in the middle of an enormous reconfiguration of power structures around the world that has many years left to run."

From https://theosophyproject.blogspot.com/2025/06/astrology-uranus-in-gemini-july-7-2025.html

Through the vibrations of Uranus, we are inventive, intuitive, and perceptive, and we’re unbound to tradition, allowing us to make progress. Uranus can bring sudden changes, shocking news or events, estrangements, changes of fortune, progress, new orders, and accidents. In Gemini, Uranus is stirring up our ideas, learning, and communications. It revolutionizes our transportation and communication systems and sense of connectedness. There can be great progress and unpredictability.

From https://jessicadavidson.co.uk/2021/06/07/pluto-in-aquarius-the-evolution-of-society-and-technology/ 

While Pluto is in Aquarius, we take social structures and politics especially seriously, and we seek major reform in these areas. Unusual, intense, or dramatic happenings are possible with friends and networks.During this long-term cycle, we are likely to confront issues of control and power related to individuality, equality, friendships, and group associations.  

Astrology: Jupiter in Leo, June 30, 2026

Adridged from Jupiter's Transit through Leo June 2026 to July 2027 | Cafe Astrology .com 

More specifically with Jupiter in Leo, we attract the most good fortune when we express magnanimity, are generous with others, inspire confidence in others, conduct ourselves with dignity and sincerity, and avoid the pitfall of excessive egotism. With Jupiter in Leo, we prefer learning programs that focus on excitement, drama, show, dignity, and pride. Belief systems that emphasize love, honor, and loyalty are more appealing. We see opportunities to grow and succeed through self-expression, self-respect, generosity, and honor. We are more inclined to believe that generosity of spirit is the major key to solving problems.

In favor now are pursuits and fields that require leadership, warmth, inspiration, generosity, big moves and gestures, and sound organization in order to succeed and prosper. These areas can be most attractive and/or profitable. This can be a better time for investments in or putting more energy into Leo-related industries, such as entertainment, media, performing arts, coaching, guiding, event planning, promotion, and more.

Abridged from Your guide to Jupiter in Leo | CHANI

Jupiter in Leo June 29th, 2026 – July 25th, 2027

On June 29th, 2026, Jupiter enters showstopping Leo, and it will be here to stay until July 25th, 2027. After spending the past 12 months in sensitive Cancer and supersizing all our deepest feelings, the planet of growth and abundance is shifting to a bolder, louder sign. Over the coming year, we’ll all be getting a boost of confidence, creativity, and charisma. And if you haven’t been in the mood to celebrate or show off lately, Jupiter in Leo is inviting you to bust out the confetti and strut into the spotlight.

The South Node in Leo will be stripping away our unhealthy cravings for attention, our performative virtue-signaling tendencies, and our urges to put our favorite celebrities and role models on pedestals. These upcoming Leo eclipses will ask you: Who are you when you’re behind the curtain, without an audience to witness you? What do you want to create just for yourself, not for anyone else’s sake? Practicing self-acceptance instead of seeking everyone else’s approval will be a key part of this transit’s year-long crash course.

In other words, while Jupiter in Leo amps up our desire to shine, the South Node in Leo forces us to reckon with the potential consequences of that desire. Influencer scandals, PR disasters, and dramatic downfalls of world leaders may dominate the headlines. Some people may become wildly famous during this transit; others may reject the pressures of public scrutiny and go off the grid. And we may be more wary of boastful personalities and sensationalist gimmicks that seem hollow — or desperate.

The last time Jupiter moved through Leo — from July 16th, 2014, to August 11th, 2015 — pop culture got way more maximalist. Strategically curated photos of celebrity friend cliques took over social media. Hyper-polished, full-face makeup tutorials exploded on YouTube. Flashy colors, patterns, and accessories were in fashion — the bolder, the better. It seemed like everyone suddenly had a personal brand and a ring light — or at least a hot take on the latest viral trends.

And honestly, the astrology tracked: Jupiter in Leo loves theatricality and glamour. This was the era when Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and Adele ascended to superstardom. Big-budget film franchises (Transformers, Guardians of the Galaxy, The Hunger Games) and TV series (Empire, Game of Thrones) dazzled viewers with larger-than-life characters, epic stories, and high drama. And the 2015 Super Bowl was peak Jupiter in Leo: Katy Perry kicked off the halftime show belting out her hit “Roar,” wearing her famous “flame dress” and riding a giant, mechanical, golden lion across the field — just a little on the nose. Jupiter in Leo was a flamboyant factor in the 'Flower Power', 'Summer of Love, festive counter-culture experimentations of the mid- late 1960s.

Of course, there’s a shadow side to all this glittery, sparkly fanfare. At times, Jupiter in Leo can be too obsessed with appearances. The bigger the spectacle, the easier it is to forget what’s beneath all the layers of artifice — especially this time around, with eclipse season in the mix.

‍Your Jupiter return happens about every 12 years, when Jupiter re-enters the same sign it was in when you were born. If Jupiter is in Leo in your birth chart, this is your time to shine.