The Energies of July
As we bask in the radiant light following the June solstice, and journey deeper into Cancer season, this month’s energies are inviting us to honor both growth and grounding; celebrating the energy rising within us while also rooting deeper in what sustains us. July is calling us to practice daily rituals that nourish us, laying the solid groundwork for what the second half of the year will bring.
Major Themes this Month
Igniting Change
July arrives with an invitation to embrace transformation from the inside out. This energy encourages us to listen deeply to what is stirring beneath the surface. As clarity emerges around what is no longer aligned, we are supported in taking courageous steps toward new possibilities, trusting that meaningful change begins with honoring our intuition.
Rooting in the Present
Amid fluid movement and growth, July reminds us of the power of being fully present. This is a time to slow down, nourish ourselves, and cultivate awareness of what is unfolding in the sacred now. In honoring the present moment, we are able to ground deeper into what sustains us, extending our roots so that we can grow more fully into our expansive future selves.
Building Foundations
July’s energy encourages us to tend to the structures that nourish our lives—our routines, relationships, boundaries, and sense of home within ourselves. As we strengthen what supports us, we create a stable base from which future growth can emerge. Transformation is most sustainable when it is supported by a strong foundation.
Activating the Root Chakra
The root chakra, known as Muladhara, is the energy center located at the base of the spine, towards your perineum. As the first major chakra in the chakra system, this is the center of our stability, security, and basic needs; it represents our foundation. When Muladhara is out of balance, you might feel a sense of restlessness, lethargy, or experience feelings of lack and instability. To practice activating your root, begin to draw your awareness down the spine, focusing on pressing your sit bones into the earth. As you actively press down, feel the reverberation of energy lifting you up, finding a sense of grounding through the lower body and a sense of buoyancy in the upper body.
Yoga Asana for the Root
Vrksasana
Tree Pose
Balasana
Child’s Pose
Tadasana
Mountain Pose
Pranayama (breathwork) for the Root Chakra
Diaphragmatic breathing (or “belly breath”) activates the parasympathetic nervous system, helping to reduce overall stress, quiet the mind, and ground into presence. To begin, lie comfortably on your back with knees bent, rooting through the feet. Place your hands face down on top of the belly, and feel the warm and healing energy pouring out of the hands and into the physical body. Inhale slowly through the nose, filling the belly like a balloon. Gently exhale out of the mouth, emptying the belly out. As you continue to breathe deeply, repeat the following mantra to still any racing thoughts: “Inhale, belly rises. Exhale, belly falls.”
Root Chakra Guided Meditation
Free Guided Meditation to clear and activate the Root chakra.
Crystals to Support you this Month
Black Tourmaline
Acts as stabilizing anchor to ground into Mother Earth.
Red Jasper
Offers steady and supportive energy for greater presence and resilience.
Smokey Quartz
Absorbs any negative energy, transmuting density back into positive, stabilizing frequencies.
Mudra of the Month
Gyan Mudra
Gyan Mudra is a beautiful symbol to honor the sacred inner wisdom that lives within. When used to activate the root chakra, this gesture can assist in quieting mental chatter in order to hear the intelligence of the physical body and the wisdom of the heart. To practice, find a comfortable seated position, rooting through the sit bones as the crown of the head reaches up towards the sky. Place the backs of against the thighs and bring the tip of the index finger and thumb together. Soften your gaze and begin to breathe deeply. As you tune into your intuition, you might ask a question, listening carefully to hear the guidance of your soul.
The Herbalist’s Corner
Herbal remedies, easy spells & witchcraft , and daily practices to live a more magical existence.
Herbs to Support you this Month
Lemon Balm
Skullcap
Burdock Root
Lemon balm offers a soft yet uplifting presence throughout the month of July, helping to calm the central nervous system while inviting lightness into the heart space. As Cancer’s watery energy encourages us to experience and explore our feelings more deeply, lemon balm supports with gentle reassurance, reminding us to return to the present moment with greater ease, optimism, and emotional balance.
Known for its deeply restorative qualities, skullcap helps soothe a busy mind, making it a valuable ally during emotionally sensitive times. Cancer season often heightens intuition and inner awareness, and skullcap encourages us to slow down, listen inwardly, and remain rooted in our center. Its grounding energy supports a sense of calm stability amid periods of personal growth and transformation.
Burdock root embodies the steady, anchoring energy of the earth. With its deep roots and nourishing nature, it reminds us of the importance of creating strong foundations from which growth can emerge. Burdock encourages us to connect with our physical bodies, our sense of home, and the practices that keep us grounded, helping us cultivate resilience, strength, and lasting support for the journey ahead.
Kate the Yogi 