August 1-2
Uranus Taurus squares Venus in Leo. Something’s gotta give within relationships or our financial matters. Venus in Leo needs attention on a matter that Uranus can unexpectedly deliver or not…that is the challenge, but action is requested.
August 4th
New Moon in Leo 12 Degrees
A New Moon in Leo applying sextile to Jupiter in Gemini feels like an energy that supports and brings a sense of belonging. New Moons are a time to set intentions, and if your intention is to create something you love this is an auspicious Moon to do it under. Jupiter’s ruler is Mercury in Virgo stationed at this New Moon creating a very strong mental intention.
August 5th
Mercury stations retrograde in Virgo 04 Mercury is in rulership in Virgo, so we look at all the details around plans, contracts, travel, writing and anything that needs to be reviewed for specific details will be important. Double check the information, you also may find upgrades during this period. Mercury stations Direct August 28th at 21 degrees Leo.
August 7th
Mercury RX conjoin Venus in Virgo-Combining feeling and the intellect with this quick transit, Mercury Retrograde can bring up memories of love and help you share your feelings within important relationships. This will follow the New Moon in Leo energy.
August 7th
Jupiter in Gemini sextiles Leo Sun 15 degrees a quick opportunity to shine on this day. Take advantage of offers or opportunities to do something creative and interesting while Jupiter & the Sun engage.
August 12th
First Quarter Moon in Scorpio 20 This is a time of action, challenge and getting yourself situated to the next phase of the month. Scorpio Moon prefers a private agenda and when square to Leo Sun it’s like an introvert being asked out by an extrovert. It’s iffy….but the challenge here is to move through the discomfort and do what you need to do.
August 10th– 14th
Mars/ Jupiter conjoin in Gemini at 16 degrees This happens on the degree of the June 6thNew Moon + Venus in Gemini at 16 degrees. Thinking back to our intentions or new beginnings in June can give clues to this action-packed conjunction. Mars meets Jupiter in Gemini want to engage in physical and mental energy. Maybe… conquer some big ideas…? You can have an abundance of confidence to be successful in the arena it passes through in your chart, just be wary of your personal limitations as you can overdo it on this transit.
August 15th—19th
Mars Gemini square Saturn Pisces This feels like someone listening to their favorite podcast while running and a downpour hits and the battery runs out of their phone… the information stops!
Mars is fast and busy in Gemini and doesn’t want to slow it down. Saturn is the teacher that enforces us to learn, by using obstacles to slow us down and guide us into responsibility. The square aspect challenges us to understand others point of view, Saturn in Pisces has an emotional component that will be significant for a few weeks.
August 19th
Full Moon in Aquarius 27 degrees square Uranus in Taurus 27
Not your average Full Moon with Uranus squaring it and numerous transits going on alongside it. Full Moon in Aquarius needs freedom and original ideas to create a comfort zone, Uranus (Modern ruler of Aquarius) will square the Full Moon. Plan a solo adventure, discover a new walk or gather with like minds doing what you love. This is a period of adjustment, things are changing or slowing down. Saturn in Pisces is in opposition to Venus and square to Jupiter happens the same day. The one thing Saturn, Venus and Jupiter have in common is mutability. They are all capable of becoming flexible and changing the plan when this seems unavoidable. Uranus in Taurus squares Mercury Leo Rx in fixed signs -the mental piece could be the challenge, as fixed signs tend to stand firm.
August 19th Transit list:
Uranus in Taurus 26/27 square Mercury RX Leo 26
Saturn Pisces 17 square Jupiter Gemini 17
Saturn Pisces 17 opposite Venus in Virgo 17
August 21st
Mars Gemini square Venus Virgo
Mercury is the ruler of both Mars & Venus creating an attraction to stimulating mental activities, the challenge here is to assert your needs and put them into action.
August 22nd Virgo Season Begins!
August 26th-28th
Uranus Taurus Trine Venus Virgo 27
Venus Virgo opposite Neptune Pisces 29
February 7th 2024 Venus in Capricorn trine Uranus Taurus …. ring any bells? Did something unusual happen with your love life? A financial unexpected change? This Earth Trine between Venus Virgo & Uranus Taurus -take advantage of this harmonious wind of change, a new season is almost upon us. Venus opposite Neptune may feel distant & dreamy, trust that change can bring more inspiration to your current situation.
August 28-29th
Mercury Stations Direct 21 degrees Leo
(Trine Chiron Aries 23) Clarity begins to regain momentum as Mercury begins to creep up to speed again. A Healing conversation this week or a heart to heart can clear the air to move forward with confidence.
August 29th
Venus enters Libra (Rulership)-September 22nd
Venus in her domain is a light hearted, social, cooperative energy that seeks out others to spend time with. During this transit strive for more harmony and enjoyment in your life, depending on which house it falls in, you can direct that specific energy. Art, entertainment, leisure, music and creativity are Venus calling cards in Libra.
I am booking September currently, if you’d like to get on the calendar for 6 Month Ahead or early for the Year Ahead Outlooks, now is a good time.
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