Add These Dates to your G-Cal:
- August 4: Venus enters Virgo
- August 4: Mercury Retrograde begins in Virgo
- August 4: New Moon in Leo
- August 14: Mercury Retrograde enters Leo
- August 19: Full Moon in Aquarius
- August 22: Sun enters Virgo
- August 28: Mercury Retrograde ends in Leo
- August 29: Venus enters Libra
Home is where the heart is, Taurus. And Leo season makes you want to draw the blinds and hop back into bed! It’s time to catch up on rest, spend time at home, and connect with your chosen family. This can also be a great time to fresh up your living space by redecorating or reorganizing. A good purge can help clear out stagnant energy and open your mind up to new ideas.
You’re in a flirty mood at the start of the month when Venus enters Virgo on August 4. Luck and love are abundant! This is a great time to date, have hot sex, pursue a creative project, or ask for help. The universe is on your side! On the same day, Mercury Retrograde begins in Virgo, which can bring old flames back into your life. If you’re in a situationship, you’re tasked with figuring out if you should stay or go. You might also return to old hobbies you used to enjoy or projects you started but abandoned. If you’re struggling with creative inspiration, take time to rest and trust that your momentum will return by the end of the retrograde. There’s a New Moon in Leo on the same day, and you’re ready to let go of your past and form new, intimate connections. You might embark on a new chapter, like moving in with a lover, finding a new roommate, or moving on from some family drama.
Financial security and gratitude are on your mind when the Sun in Leo links up with Jupiter in Gemini on August 7. Maybe you get a raise, reach a financial goal, or receive a compliment that reminds you of your worth. Mercury Retrograde in Virgo meets with Venus in Virgo on the same day, so don’t be surprised if you hear from an ex or an old crush. Passion is in the sky and people are eager to pour their hearts out! You could also learn about an exciting opportunity or you might feel ready to share some of your feelings with a special someone.
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You may find yourself taking on a new role or responsibility at work when Mars and Jupiter team up in Gemini on August 14. Maybe you’re starting a side business or launching a big project. You’re ready to make bold decisions and take risks so you can build a stronger sense of security for your future. Mercury Retrograde enters Leo later in the day, which can kick up some drama at home or in your family. You may be dealing with a petty landlord, considering a move, frequenting your old favorite places, or looking for a new roommate. Reflecting on your past can help you find the solutions and wisdom you’re looking for.
You might feel like you’ve been investing your time, money, and energy into a dreams without seeing results when Mars in Gemini clashes into Saturn in Pisces on August 15. These are two of the most challenging planets in the sky, and when they ram into one another, they can bring temporary feelings of disappointment. You may have to accept a delay or hear a “no” when you were hoping for a “yes.” This isn’t a forever “no,” though; give yourself time to regroup before looking for the next solution. You might recognize a family pattern that’s got to go on August 18 when the Sun in Leo meets with Mercury retrograde in Leo. This can also help you understand the past with a new perspective or reach an understanding with family members or roommates.
Discernment is key on August 19 when Jupiter in Gemini bumps into Saturn in Pisces. You may need to edit your friendship circle. Are your relationships reciprocal? You are realizing how precious your time is; spend it with the people who matter most. On the same day, there’s a Full Moon in Aquarius that puts your life path or career under the microscope. This is a moment of manifestation—maybe you reach a goal you’ve been working towards or make a major life decision like leaving a job, accepting a promotion, moving, getting engaged, or going back to school.
The Sun enters Virgo on August 22, and more luck is headed your way! The next few weeks remind you that when you live in the present, there’s so much to be grateful for. This is a beautiful time to engage in hobbies and activities that make you feel alive, put yourself out there in the dating world, and share your talents with others. You can gain others’ attention and help with ease over the coming weeks. Mercury Retrograde in Leo ends on August 28, and drama at home and in your personal life begins to clear. You know who you’re willing to take with you into this next chapter of your life and which conversations you need to have in order to establish a strong foundation for the future.
Venus, the planet of love and relationships, enters Libra on August 29. The next few weeks encourage you to focus on your daily routine and habits. This can be a fun time to play around with your style and beauty routine, too. If you’re working on a professional project that’s been draining, support or recognition arrives. In matters of love, singles can meet people at the gym or running errands, and couples are focused on appreciating the small everyday moments they share. You’re feeling grateful for the life you’ve built.
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.