Your Capricorn Monthly Horoscope for August

On the same day, Mercury Retrograde begins in Virgo, bringing a few hiccups your way. Miscommunication is rampant and you can expect travel delays and annoyances. Back up your computer and over-communicate when possible. Something you’re learning or working on might also experience setbacks. Take your time to learn new skills and give yourself grace. There’s also a New Moon in Leo on the same day; it invites you to release the past, extend forgiveness to yourself and others, and allow for meaningful relationships to grow. It can also bring new contract work your way. You may feel a bit more sensitive and tender as you’re navigating these emotional highs and lows. Be gentle with yourself and trust that whatever you are removing from your life will be replaced with something or someone beyond your wildest dreams.

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You’re tackling your to-do list when the Sun in Leo mingles with Mars in Gemini on August 7. This is a productive day not only to make progress on tasks you’ve been avoiding, but to find a more efficient way of getting things done. Others may offer ideas or support to help you out. If you’re looking to kick a habit, this is the time to do it. Mercury Retrograde in Virgo meets with Venus in Virgo on the same day, delivering thoughtful and encouraging news. Maybe you learn about an exciting opportunity you want to pursue, receive recognition for your mind and talents, or have a heartfelt conversation with someone you love. A new cycle begins with your daily responsibilities and schedule on August 14 when Mars in Gemini meets with Jupiter in Gemini. You could take on a new project that requires consistent effort or decide to help out a loved one. Whatever this commitment may be, you know that it will be worth it in the long run.

On the same day, Mercury Retrograde moves backward into Leo, kicking up frustrations with your finances. Maybe a partner or roommate isn’t carrying their weight financially or you need to address power struggles regarding your resources. If you’re in negotiations for a contract or project, you might experience a delay or reconsider it altogether. Emotionally, this is a powerful time to confront the past. Mars in Gemini clashes with Saturn in Pisces the following day, on August 15, and this can kick up tension in your daily life. You could hear a “no” when you were hoping for a yes, and you may need to set stronger boundaries with co-workers, family, or friends.

Your Mercury Retrograde story is finally starting to make sense when the Sun in Leo meets with Mercury Retrograde in Leo on August 18. You could understand something from your past from a new perspective or feel ready to break free from fears and insecurities that have been weighing you down. Financial news that you’ve been waiting for may also arrive. You might feel exhausted when Jupiter in Gemini rams into Saturn in Pisces on August 19. Responsibilities feel more like burdens today; you need to find a balance between carrying the weight of the world and asking for help.

There’s also a Full Moon in Aquarius on the same day, which brings a shift in your finances and the way you support yourself. Maybe you’re closing out a big project or a contract is ending. Maybe you’re collecting your first paycheck for a side business or recent launch. This can also mark a moment of nurturing your own self-confidence and feeling grateful for the skills you possess.

The Sun enters Virgo on August 22, shifting the cosmic scenery and putting you in an optimistic mood. You’re feeling inspired and craving adventure this Virgo season. You might travel or sign up for a class in the coming weeks. Important mentors and figures can also enter your life. New important conversations and projects begin, and this is a productive time to brainstorm and reconnect with your voice and mind.

Mercury Retrograde finally ends on August 28, resolving any financial issues or stress about the past. You’re feeling confident about where you’re headed and you know you have support from important people in your life. The month winds down with Venus, the planet of love, moving into Libra on August 29. The next few weeks bring you the recognition you’ve been waiting for. This is a busy time for making progress on your goals, going after a promotion or raise, and gaining attention from the masses. So launch that TikTok account, pitch that brand, or apply for your dream job!

Stephanie is an astrologer, psychic medium, and witch. She’s studied the mystical arts for over a decade including the stars, mediumship, palm reading, tarot, curanderismo, and more. She is the author of Seasons of the Zodiac: Love, Magick, and Manifestation Throughout the Astrological Year and host of the podcast Daily Horoscope for Your Zodiac Sign. Her work has also appeared in Refinery29, Well + Good, Bustle, among other publications, and she has appeared on the Today Show as an astrology expert and modern mystic.