Cooling the Heat: A Mid-July Adjustment

July’s intensity is hitting hard. With the Sun and Mercury pacing through Gemini, our minds are scattered. Then there's Mars and the Moon sitting in Taurus, pulling us toward stubborn habits. It’s a recipe for Pitta aggravation.

You're likely feeling the heat rising in your blood, making you snappy or prone to digestive flare-ups.

Don't ignore it. Your body is a record of your past actions, and right now, it's asking for silence.

Switch to cooling, astringent foods. I've been swapping heavy grains for cucumber, fresh mint, and soaked chia seeds to settle the fire. Drink your water at room temperature, never ice-cold—it kills your internal spark.

If you find yourself overthinking tonight, try an evening soak with sandalwood oil. It grounds the restless energy Ketu is stirring in Leo.

Stop rushing. Resting isn't a failure, it’s just paying down your karmic debt so you don't burn out by autumn. Keep it simple. Stay cool.