August Monthly Horoscopes 2022 – Huge Shake Ups

MONTHLY ASTROLOGY FORECAST FOR ALL SIGNS AUGUST 2022

ARIES

What goes down comes back up

There’s nothing you can’t handle

Show those true love colours!

After months of forward motion we are heading into retro weather again, Aries. You may have felt this a little earlier than other signs due to both Jupiter and Chiron both putting on the brakes in your 1st. This month sees Uranus retro-active in your money zone from the 24th – at which point all the outer planets are backwards. Mercury is now slowing down in its ruling sign and house in your chart (Virgo and your 6th) and goes Retro Lite from the 21st when it also opposes Neptune in your 12th. It will be easy to forget or overlook something on this day so please – pay close attention!

The month could begin with shocks or upheavals around your cash flow. An unexpected expense or you having to rob Peter to pay Paul – or should I say rob ruler Mars to pay Uranus? These two collide in your money zone at the very top of the month. Either asking you to act on a money making opportunity or to stem the flow in another direction! If it’s the latter this may have a knock-on effect into your social life as you may have to make cut-backs in other areas. Thankfully, you are surrounded by generous friends this month and a fast-spinning cosmos which can turn in another direction in an instant! What goes down may quickly reverse itself in an upward direction.

Ruler Mars will enter your 3rd on the 20th where it is set for a very long stay due to an upcoming and rare Mars retrograde which will begin at the end of October and take you all the way through to 2023. You don’t have to worry about this yet however. Mars is putting the power behind what you say and send out now. With Mercury slowing down now is the best time to revise and review those communications and perhaps even resurrect those ideas.

You will certainly tackle any conversations you have been putting off. You have a ‘Talk is cheap – actions speak louder than words’ approach. And this extends to those around you. You expect the same in return. Anyone who fails to deliver will be called into account by you now. Especially if there has been a history of this which you may have let slide.

This month’s full Moon which appears in your 11th on the 12th is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon. It will make a square to Uranus in your 2nd and again, keep a tight grip on those purse strings. If you are out and about under this full Moon which does favour socialising, resist the urge to spend too much. Also choose your company wisely as someone’s actions could throw a spanner in the works and again, lead to unexpected expenses. This full Moon tells you not to bow to peer group pressure if it doesn’t seem right for you. There’s no pressure when you are with your people. Take this on board. For more on what’s packaged within it, see your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

You love taking action but with the planets slowing down or heading backwards and Venus landing n your hot zone 5th from the 11th it’s time to cultivate patience. Yes, you are the throw your heart into the arena sign. Your passionate, all-in approach is what endears others to you. But as the Sun and Venus move through your 5th they will oppose ‘Wait and See’ Saturn in your 11th. Beware the love or friend bomb in other words and while mid-month offers you the best window for romance, fun and attraction, before you hand over the keys to your heart, take your time to ensure the keeper is worthy.

The 16th – 18th offers you trines between Mercury and Uranus and Venus and Jupiter. The 15th brings us a meet-cute with Mercury and LGBTQIA+ Ganymed in Virgo and your 6th. Love your way and how you show it does you and the world good. This is your window to find and express your love. It tells you to come out to play, let your colours show because all the world loves a lover! Love needs to be carefree, vibrant and happy. You want to ditch worries now and join in with those who make you forget the serious side of life. Just be aware that Venus in here is all about love affairs rather than the forever kind. So, by all means love the one you’re with but if you are seeking something lasting, keep it light and live in the moment rather than look too far ahead.

Throughout mid-month and all the way through to the end of August, if you do need the support of friends you will get it. You will know who you can count on and who you can’t. Saturn acts as cosmic sorting hat for you. There’s also a new deal on love on offer or an opportunity waiting for you to claim it around the 22nd when Venus and Ceres meet in your 5th. This is the final day of your personal pleasure cycle and it may wrap it up n a way to remember or which continues into your more practical and pragmatic cycle which begins the next day when the Sun enters your 6th.

That fast moving cosmic wheel I mentioned now turns in your favour again and if you experienced unexpected expenses at the start of the month you will now gain back that lost ground once the Sun is in your 6th. The other pivotal day is the 27th which brings a new Moon in here promising new avenues with work or to increase that income. See your New Moon n Virgo Moonscope for more. This helps you gain further inroads to those work/financial goals but again, you need to take a practical and patient approach. You can’t afford to rush or skip the details, Aries. You have the determination, the confidence and the staying power.

This month offers fun, romance, enjoyment and also shows you that when you are focused, there is honestly no problem you can’t tackle. August is like a theme park ride for you – but one that gets that heart beating faster and your self-esteem and love ju jus flying high!

In a nutshell: August offers a fairground ride of experiences, Aries. From the romance merry-go-round to the money rollercoaster you’re in for an adrenaline rush which shows you what goes around spins you in a wonderful new direction.

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (2nd)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (4th to 2nd)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (4th to 2nd)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (6th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (4th to 12th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (2nd to 11th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (5th to 1st)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (4th to 10th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (5th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (5th to 2nd)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (2nd to 12th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (11th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (5th to 11th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (2nd to 10th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (6th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (6th to 2nd)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (5th to 1st)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (3rd)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (5th to 9th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (6th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (6th to 12th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (11th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (6th to 10th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (5th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (6th)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (2nd) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (5th to 1st)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (7th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (6th)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (5th to 2nd)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (6th to 3rd)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (5th to 11th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (5th to 1st)

TAURUS

Take care of soul satisfaction

Know when too much compromise is enough

Intention is the fuel of love and attraction

You’re leaving no-one in doubt about what you want or your intentions. You begin August how you mean to continue – fierce, confident and direct, Taurus. You know the outcome you want and are set on course to make it happen as Mars and Uranus meet on the 1st.

You ditch hesitation or self-doubt. Bravery powers you forward now in a way that leaves others a little awestruck. There’s no doubting your intentions or that you mean what you say. If you have made one too many compromises in the past – without the same consideration in return, August sees you redress the balance. You know what you want – and how you want it. Mars serves it right up until the 20th when it heads off into your money zone. Sending you off in hot pursuit of those financial goals all the way to ‘23.

You know where the deal makers and also the deal breakers are, Taurus. Ruler Venus’ angles to both Uranus and Mars (2nd & 3rd) along with its opposition to Pluto (9th) show you where the common ground or compromise can be found. Or not as the case may be. You are unafraid either way and determined to stand by what you know it right.

Venus moves on into your 4th from the 11th joining the Sun in here. Both will oppose Saturn in its ruling 10th for you 0 the 14th and 28th respectively, and along with the Venus/Ceres conjunction in here on the exposes common ground and also can see you taking major, long term decisions around home, family, living arrangements and your career. Think in the long term and please, as the full Moon appears in your 10th and squares Uranus on the 12th, please don’t continue to settle or put up with something you deep down know isn’t good enough or needs to change. This Moon is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon.

You’ll be ‘on show’ in some way under this full Moon or even asked to step up or stand up, Taurus. Be ready to take on a more prominent role if offered it. Or to bring your best game. This may come in the form of a surprise or sudden opportunity where you are asked to deliver on those smarts or impress. This tells you that there is no room for hesitation. Or to delay bringing what you stated you would do earlier in the month to its conclusion. More insight can be found in your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

Taking care of business, following through on what you want or have stated, frees you for te Sun’s entry into your 5th on the 23rd. A word of caution however. We are now entering retrograde weather. Once Uranus turns backwards in your 1st on the 24th, all the outer planets are retro-active. Mercury which entered your 5th on the 4th – handing you a playful vibe even as you powered on with your intentions, enters retroshadow in here from the 21st. It will keep moving forward into your 6th of work and wellbeing on the 26th – a ruling house, before turning back to your 5th next month (a ruling sign for Mercury). Now is the time to start to slow down that power thrust, chill out and reflect on just what you have accomplished since the beginning of the month.

There’s a lighter, brighter, less serious vibe and before Mercury really does put the brakes on, this is an excellent time to head out for that holiday – or at the very least a daycation. You’ve earned it Taurus. If the changes you were undertaking at the start of the month involved your work or career, the new Moon in here on the 27th could open up a new work phase. Or you simply pleasure on a more regular basis. There’s more in your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope.

The pursuit of happiness, romance and what lights up your heart takes you all the way through into September, Taurus. You’ll be glad you attended to the business of soul satisfaction in a fearless and uncompromising way at the start of the month as you are now free to express yourself, party and play. By mid-month when glorious, gorgeous Ganymed co-joins with Mercury it’s time for all-inclusive self-expression, attraction and love.

Your children if you have them or simply young people in general are a source of pleasure and an excuse (not that you need one!) to let loose and be carefree. Yes, this is a time when that lover can come tip-toeing in to your life or that ‘lucky’ break in work or money catches up with you. All this stems from you stating those desires from the very beginning of August.

In a nutshell: Be bold, brazen and up front from the start of August about what you want, Taurus. By now you know where you are willing to compromise – and what the deal breakers are. The last week of August releases you into a mood to flirt and play.

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (1st)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (3rd to 1st)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (3rd to 1st)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (5th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (3rd to 11th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (1st to 10th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (4th to 12th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (3rd to 9th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (4th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (4th to 1st)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (1st to 11th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (10th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (4th to 10th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (1st to 9th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (5th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (5th to 1st)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (4th to 12th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (2nd)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (4th to 8th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (5th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (5th to 11th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (10th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (5th to 9th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (4th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (5th)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (1st) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (4th to 12th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (6th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (5th)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (4th to 1st)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (5th to 2nd)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (4th to 10th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (4th to 12th)

GEMINI

Surprise twists reveal the truth

Take action

Find your support

If you start the month with ‘I didn’t see that one coming’ – this is entirely understandable. The blind side features as Mars and Uranus collide in your 12th on the 1st. Hidden truths, agendas or simply the unexpected could put you on the back-foot and unsure initially how to respond. If so, don’t worry – that’s just temporary. By the time Mars reaches your sign on the 20th, you’re ready – guns blazing if need be.

Mars will spend an unusually long time in your sign as it will make a rare retrograde while in here which will take you all the way through into ‘23. For now, Mars is in full force mode which puts you in a ‘Take no prisoners’ mood. Especially if that revelation concerns the actions of another. Yes, Venus in your 3rd from the 11th means you are willing to extend an olive branch if necessary. Especially on the 22nd when it meets Ceres in here. But if a line has been crossed there is no going back now. Especially as Venus starts the month in your 2nd of self-worth and opposes Pluto in your 8th on the 9th.

We are now entering retrograde weather even ahead of the Mars retrograde which takes place in October. Ruler Mercury lands in your 4th and it’s other ruling sign of Virgo and will enter retro-lite phase from the 21st. It continues to move forward, entering your 5th on the 26th but will turn back in here next month. You know the drill, Gemini. So, as well as the usual retro rules, you may want to slow down on that swiping from the end of the month. Or be prepared for love to stall in September.

This could bring a pause in love or your personal life. Where things go quiet for a bit even for settledes. It asks you whether you need to be ‘doing’ all the time rather than ‘being’? You’ll be looking at this theme more closely once the Sun enters your 4th from the 23rd.

Once Uranus turns retrograde from the 24th, all the outer planets will be backwards in the sky. But with Mars in your 1st you’re brave and brazen, fierce and feisty – especially as the focus is on your all-powerful 3rd where you feel most at home this month. Never at a loss for words, the Sun, Venus from the 11th and Ceres in here enable you to weave those magic spells you love – with words, ideas, images, studying, communication and the internet.

Looking at how far what you send out or share can take you, travel and studies are highlighted for you in the lead up to the full Moon in your 9th on the 12th. There’s a hidden element in play this month which is: What is stopping you from getting where you want to go? With your mind already on fire, you’ll be able to find ways around any obstacles which remain in your path. Expect surprise exposes around what these are under this full Moon!

This Moon is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon. It squares Uranus in your 12th of hidden truths and again, revelations. It along with Uranus wants your freedom. While Saturn also in your 9th is what poses the question around what is stopping you from achieving that? The result is you see what this is quite clearly as well as the way around it illuminated for you. This may shock or surprise you. It could just as easily be your own self-imposed limitations holding you back as it could be outer circumstances. But if you are willing to push through any fear or resistance, you’ll break through and away. For more illumination on the direction freedom lies, see you Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

Say it, snap it, share it, write it, pitch it, apply for it, launch it and above all, push your ideas forward with all your passion right up until the 23rd when the Sun switches signs. The energy will now go from outward to a more reflective inward now the Sun is in your 4th. Time to prioritse R&R, time with your family or simply enjoying your time at home. This is an inner time now more than one of outer achievement.

And when it comes to those career or business plans, it may be time to slow or simply pause them until ruler Mercury has finished its upcoming retro cycle. You’ve come so far this month and this isn’t so much resting on your laurels but simply pausing to enjoy the progress you’ve made and to recharge yourself for the next push forward. As you are facing the long term Mars retrograde, you need to conserve your energy.

That does not mean you are doing nothing. The Sun and then the new Moon in its ruling 4th on the 27th brings your focus down to home and living arrangements. Looking to whether or not you have outgrown your present home on some level or whether it continues to support you when it comes to your lifestyle and where you want to be. For more see your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope.

Your personal space, your support structure and safety, your extended family as well as perhaps the one you share DNA with – as in self-created, may influence your decision as to where you hang your hat. Especially if this is a rainbow-hued one. Community and roots become a deciding factor especially from mid-month onwards when your ruler meets glorious, gorgeous Ganymed especially if you are part of the LGBTQIA+ communities. Where you belong will be the big issue for you. Family takes many forms.

Get a sense of belonging and your sense of place as we head into September. By now you know the difference between what supports and sustains you – and what holds you back.

In a nutshell: Nothing happens by chance and the unexpected has a purpose especially if it reveals something you need to know, Gemini. Your energy is at a peak thanks to Mars in your sign. Ignite your purpose, soul warrior!

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (12th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (2nd to 12th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (2nd to 12th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (4th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (2nd to 10th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (12th to 9th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (3rd to 11th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (2nd to 8th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (3rd)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (3rd to 12th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (12th to 10th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (9th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (3rd to 9th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (12th to 8th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (4th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (4th to 12th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (3rd to 11th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (1st)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (3rd to 7th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (4th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (4th to 10th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (9th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (4th to 8th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (3rd)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (4th)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (12th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (3rd to 11th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (5th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (4th)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (3rd to 12th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (4th to 1st)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (3rd to 9th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (3rd to 11th)

CANCER

Play with the power of attraction

Add your creative hue to the mix

Say it, share it, shout it!

Venus in your sign right up until the 11th continues to make you feel as if your birthday season isn’t over. Or it should, Cancer. It’s certainly time to be circulating, socialising and also doing whatever you can to further those goals. Surprise opportunities, encounters or invitations could put you in the right place at the right time thanks to alignments between Mars and Uranus and Venus at the top of the month.

DO – be flexible when it comes to last minute invites and changes to plans. There is a mysterious force at work. DON’T – rush. As accidents can occur if you do. Also avoid people who create drama and unfamiliar, ‘dodgy’ places. That way you end up with the right kind of excitement. Because if your social life has revolved around Hayu recently, this month continues to offer opportunities to rectify that.

Your future is in motion and is tied to those you know and meet now. 2023 is going to be a pivotal year for you when it comes to your goal attainment. And August is when you can begin to lay the groundwork for this.

Venus in our 1st can often offer us a bigger bite of that love apple than Venus in its ruling 7th. That’s because it boosts our attraction factor because it makes us feel good about ourselves. So, make the most of this and above all, don’t allow negative self-talk to dilute that mojo, Cancer!

There’s a shift occurring around a partnership or your partnership status just prior to Venus heading into your 2nd when it opposes Pluto in Venus’s ruling 7th. What you need to remember however is that love may need patience and time now. This is also due to the increase in retrograde weather this month but also is impacted by the movement of the Sun and Venus through your 2nd and opposing Saturn in your 8th. It’s not that love can’t appear. It can especially if you take advantage of the energy in your 11th at the start of the month and get out, meet and greet. It’s just that due to the big retro energy, this may not be the fastest love off the starting blocks. Take your time and don’t chase.

Open up the vault to something you desire but which you thought gone for good or out of reach. This full Moon is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon and it activates your financial sector which is already alight all month long. The second chance element comes from the unexpected angles in play between the Moon and Uranus but also between Venus and retrograde Jupiter which occurs six days later. For more see your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

Once Uranus turns retrograde in your 11th from the 24th, all the outer planets will be retrograde. We have Mercury moving into retro-shade from the 21st in its ruling 3rd. More on this later in this forecast. There is a past flavour and perhaps a resurrection, reunion, re-connection, revival or second time around opportunity around you mid-month which could arrive unexpectedly following the full Moon in your 8th on the 12th.

Between now and on into 2023, you are going to be in a peak energy period where you will be sifting through all areas of your life for continued relevance. Yes, if something revives or returns this month, chances are it (or they!) has a place in your future. However, prepare to shed or discard what you’ve simply outgrown as Mars enters Gemini and your 12th from the 20th. Mars will spend an unusually long time in this house due to a retrograde which will last until January ‘23. There’s no half way or ambiguity with Mars in here. You either feel it or you don’t. It’s hot or it’s not. And you’ll act on this dependent on the temperature.

The Sun enters your 3rd on the 23rd, telling you that it’s now time to walk that talk. You are continuing to benefit from Venus in its ruling 2nd and the angles it made to Chiron, Jupiter and Ceres this month. Anything to do with work, studies, teaching, retail, writing, sharing, communicating and the internet is highlighted for you. Push forward with those ideas which are now grounded in solid reality.

Your diverse, inclusive and individual message is all important too as mid month sees Mercury co-join with Ganymed in what is Mercury’s ruling 3rd. This is an especially important transit for anyone in the LGBTQIA+ community to add their individual voices to the collective and be heard. A rainbow shout out if you like. So, get creative and be loud and proud! Allow the artist in you to express itself and arise. And yes, we are ALL artists and creative. Just as we all have psychic skills. This is about the enrichment diversity and expressing your identity gives us all.

The new Moon in here on the 27th is your time to launch, apply, send out, share, meet, pitch or have that talk. Whatever it is you have to say – say it in whatever way is best. If you are seeking work, this is the day to send out that updated CV and apply – especially before Mercury now in your 4th, goes full retro next month. Talk yourself up but don’t exaggerate. For more on this new Moon see your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope. Provided you have done your research and know how to get your point across, your words have the desired effect. Say it and mean it as we head into September.

In a nutshell: If you’ve something to say or share this month there’s no holding you back, Cancer. Work, career and money making matters continue to be highlighted for you. Along with the power of attraction so work it, baby!

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (11th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (1st to 11th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (1st to 11th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (3rd)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (1st to 9th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (11th to 8th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (2nd to 10th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (1st to 7th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (2nd)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (2nd to 11th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (11th to 9th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (8th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (2nd to 8th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (11th to 7th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (3rd)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (3rd to 11th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (2nd to 10th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (12th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (2nd to 6th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (3rd)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (3rd to 9th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (8th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (3rd to 7th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (2nd)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (3rd)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (11th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (2nd to 10th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (4th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (3rd)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (2nd to 11th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (3rd to 12th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (2nd to 8th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (2nd to 10th)

LEO

Love and intentions are grounded in reality

Get serious about what you want

Shine bright like a diamond!

As August continues your birthday cycle, before your ruler leaves your sign on the 23rd, it truly is important that you pause from the party perpetual motion and take some time to focus on what it is you truly want for the long term, Leo. A serious focus and commitment to this is going to get you serious results. 2023 is going to begin a period of intense transformation for you. Especially around partnerships. So, begin the work now.

Partnerships impact on our status and you know you need someone in your life you can literally take pride in on some level. Sorry but if you settle for less you will be creating problems over the longer term. Hey – I don’t make the rules. It’s not so much a rule anyway. More a soul guideline. But you do need to adhere to it. A bit like the retro rules and we have those coming in to play too this month. We already have Jupiter and Chiron retrograde in Jupiter’s ruling 9th in your chart. From the 24th, Uranus retro in your 10th sees all the outer planets now retroactive. And once Mercury shifts into your 2nd from the 4th, it will enter retroshadow in here from the 21st. All this tells you – slow down, Leo. Plus use this energy to get clear around what it is you really want.

Shifts around status and career path could occur at the top of the month thanks to the meeting between Mars and Uranus in your 10th. Be mindful how you deal with bosses and people in positions of authority. And please, if the desire to simply tell your boss where they can stick their job surfaces, don’t throw that baby out with the bathwater unless you have another one lined up. Instead, take a ‘strategy is everything’ approach. That being said, if you have had the feeling for a while that change is in the air, the first week of the month could show you that prediction is oh-so-correct.

Focus on your resources and use what you already have smarter and more effectively once Mercury heads into your 2nd.. This includes love this month in a big way, Leo. After all – love is our greatest asset be it the love of family, that significant other or friends.

You are at your radiant best with the arrival of Venus on the 11th. While ruler the Sun makes moves on Chiron in your 9th. This is your annual runway moment where your ability to shine and stand out is maximised. There’s a sexy surety about you. A reignited self-belief that attracts back in kind. You know what you want for the year ahead and also, you know what you need to do to get it. You’ll take this brazen, blazing self-confidence on into September with you even after your ruler leaves your sign on the 23rd. But the key is to pace yourself and know that what is worthy of you is worth the wait!

Compromising too much will lead to dissatisfaction down the track so do keep this in mind. That being said, attraction should be an effortless process for you as we lead up to the full Moon in your 7th on the 12th. This full Moon is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon – Lynx giving you that big cat energy.

This is your spotlight full Moon so please – game face on as it squares Uranus in your 10th of status and that all-important public reputation for you, Leo. This is when you need to showcase your true Leo self, roar and shine. Someone will show you clearly how your star quality rates under this full Moon. You are now in ultra-Leo glow mode. The question is: How do you intend to use this superpower? There’s more in your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope of course.

Needless to say, with Venus making a trine to Jupiter on the 18th, this is one of your brightest, luckiest and most powerful cycles of attraction and enhanced self-esteem of the year. It simply continues once the Sun enters your 2nd. Luck in financial dealings and work follow you now. As well as that rich feeling when it comes to that all-important resource of love. True colours, who is there for you and who sadly isn’t, also shine through.

True colours Ganymed fuses with Mercury on the 15th across the entire diversity of identities. And all Leo’s should know just how special they are. And be getting that feedback from others. This all adds up to one of the best cycles so far this year for you when it comes to attracting new love or feeling the love you already have. As far as your income goes, well, that’s the opposite side of the coin for you – quite literally.

With the Sun and Mecury in your 2nd you are now in your yearly peak when it comes to working that self-worth, Leo. Just prior to the Sun’s entry, Venus and Ceres meet in your sign on the 22nd and you are poised on the verge of a new day or deal when it comes to being ready to accept nothing less than what aligns to your self-esteem. No, this is not egotism or ‘punching about your weight’. Simply an innate and unshakable sense of value.

Rich is more than what is in your bank account. It is feeling blessed and abundant already. Gratitude for what we already have simply energises the Law of Attraction. Yes, set new goals around money but leave out any dissatisfaction with how things are right now. Increase is your key words as your money magnet new Moon appears on the 27th. Venus is the ruler of your 2nd along with Mercury (which now moves into your 3rd), so active those ideas on how to boost your bottom line and above all, communicate what you stand for. That value system is what defines your prosperity, Leo.

This is all grounded in reality especially when it comes to love and what you are seeking from others. You step up – and hopefully the other party does too as Venus opposes Saturn in your 7th on the 28th. Your expectations are realistic and your plans concrete. Don’t be afraid to ask for the outcome you want – it’s a funny thing about people who find that courage. They almost always get it. And also they know if they don’t – the answer was always going to be no anyway. But there is no more time wasted. Someone could simply show you what having you in their life means by putting a ring on it in some way. Shine on and show those intentions, Leo.

In a nutshell: It’s your time to shine at your brightest, Leo. With Venus in your sign this month you are more well – Leo than at any other time of the year! Even when the Sun leaves on the 23rd – you still continue to shine!

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (10th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (12th to 10th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (12th to 10th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (2nd)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (12th to 8th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (10th to 7th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (1st to 9th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (12th to 6th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (1st)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (1st to 10th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (10th to 8th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (7th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (1st to 7th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (10th to 6th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (2nd)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (2nd to 10th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (1st to 9th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (11th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (1st to 5th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (2nd)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (2nd to 8th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (7th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (2nd to 6th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (1st)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (2nd)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (10th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (1st to 9th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (3rd)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (2nd)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (1st to 10th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (2nd to 11th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (1st to 7th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (1st to 9th)

VIRGO

Prepare for something bigger

Authenticate your soul

Happy birthday, Virgo!

Anything that is holding you back or blocking your progress will be removed this month ahead of the Sun’s arrival in your sign on the 23rd. This may surprise, provide a revelation, shock you out of complacency or simply arrive in the form of an offer you can’t refuse, Virgo.

Watch for what this is the first week of August as anything unexpected or surprising could set your future on a new evolutionary path as Mars and Uranus collide in your 9th on the 1st and then Venus in your 11th sextiles both across the 2nd – 3rd. This tells you no matter the outward appearance, it’s all for your ultimate benefit.

Let’s get this party started! Ruler Mercury arrives in your 1st bearing news from the 4th and simply making you ready for the new to begin. You are fully engaged now with setting possibilities in motion for yourself. Or visualising what these could be. Plans are initiated or begun. Meanwhile change is in the air bringing new beginnings ahead of your fresh cycle thanks to the Sun and Venus from the 11th, in your 12th angling to Jupiter and Chiron in your 8th. This may be something you have been waiting on and could be linked to your money, income or joint assets. There’s a transformation taking place for you this August and again, it is set to free you or place your feet on a new path towards opportunity. Be ready to act.

Anything which no longer serves you will fall away between the start of the month and the Sun’s arrival in your sign. Mars is on the move on the 20th into that other Mercury ruled sign – Gemini and your 10th. It will spend an unusually long time in here – right the way through to 2023 in fact due to a Mars retrograde in here. During this time you will pause to assess your career path and progress to date. And adjust accordingly. You may experience a big leap forward at the start of the transit but be waiting until 2023 for the next one.

It will be extremely important to remain mindful of your image and stay boss while Mars is in here whether direct or retrograde. Do not loose your cool. Especially with or in front of bosses or anyone in a position of authority. Take a long term approach to everything. You truly have the staying power to achieve those long term goals now.

Although Mars does not retrograde until October, we are now in heavy retro-active weather. You will begin your birthday cycle with ruler Mercury in retroshadow from the 21st. It will continue to move ahead – into your 2nd on the 26th before Retro Full Fat next month. But you of all signs knows the drill now, Virgo. Once Uranus retrogrades in your 9th on the 24th all the outer planets are backwards meaning this is a major stop, watch and wait period. See this as a refinement time for those plans and dreams. The intense energy in your 12th points to a period of introspection. You intuitively understand that when it comes to the changes you want to manifest in your outer world for your new cycle, they begin with shifts within first.

You may come to the realisation that something cannot or should not continue the way it is and if so, you will initiate steps to end or change that. Mid month provides you with the perfect opportunity to engage with all of the above work. This full Moon in your 6th is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon. The Moon squares Uranus in your freedom sector while illuminating that hidden element in your 12th house. Something is exposed or uncovered. This could be anything around a habit, belief or thought process or even a connection. Again, your conclusion is that something has to change as a result. Need more? See your full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

Best times to initiate this are the 14th – 15th. Supporting yourself and your beliefs, standing by YOU will be your goal now as well as ‘doing the right thing’ as the Sun opposes Saturn on the 14th and Mars in your 9th trines Pluto in your 5th. You know you have a voice and you deserve to be heard and your point of view acknowledged as important as ruler Mercury meets Ganymed in your 1st on the 15th.

Yes, Ganymed is the asteroid particularly aligned to the LGBTQIA+ communities as it embraces acceptance, inclusivity and the right to be ourselves when it comes to our sexuality. But we can say its glourious, gorgeous hues remind all of us no matter our gender identification, that we deserve to be loved and acknowledged for ourselves and we should not feel we have to hide our truth. And that nobody’s identity or preferences are more important than another’s. If you have been made to feel this way, you will speak up and out and be your own best advocate now.

The past will continue to feature while Venus remains in your 12th. This of course includes past loves. Just a reminder as you sift through what still holds true for you and what doesn’t that sometimes the past can be a trap. This month is about freeing yourself from those. So, if the past in the form of a person comes calling, don’t be in a hurry to pick up where you left off unless you want a repeat of it. Which you already know you don’t, Virgo.

Take your time and begin again and slowly if you are tempted to give someone a second chance. Ensure you discuss what derailed you the first time around and how you would do things differently. And if they are saying they have changed, give them enough time to show the changes are lasting. And align with how you too have changed. DO your due diligence when it comes to love now. Not just because of the increase in the retro weather but also due to Mercury’s opposition to Neptune in your 7th on the 21st – the day it enters retroshadow. Is someone telling you what they think you want to hear as opposed to what they really mean? Time is the only way to the truth. And that ‘gut’ feeling, Virgo especially at the end of the month.

On with the new as the 23rd sees your birthday season roll and the astrological start of your freshly juiced cycle begins with the new Moon in your sign on the 27th. You are the adept of the details, Virgo. But now it is time for big picture thinking! Because you are starting your new cycle with your ruler in Retro Lite, think of this truly as planning and preparation time. Hopefully you have embraced self-acceptance and all month long been willing to make those inner changes as well as relinquish what no longer reflects who you are.

There’s still some refinement to go through – but that is what retrogrades are made for! Paint that future in exciting vibrant colours and broad strokes. As the Mercury retrograde kicks in you can add the finer details. Understand that it doesn’t have to be perfect and you don’t have to be perfect either to begin it NOW! You are ready. This new Moon also adds a touch of glamour to your image. For more see your extra personal New Moon in Virgo Moonscope.

The more authentic you feel now, the more you will find others naturally gravitate towards you and want to celebrate with you. Next year begins one of the biggest cycles for expansion you have experienced in a very long time. Where what you imagine can be experienced in some way. So, treat yourself to your own vision of all you will be as you step into fresh starts and new beginnings.

In a nutshell: Happy birthday, Virgo! The Sun and new Moon in your sign this month promise new beginnings spring from those big dreams. You’re laying the groundwork this month for something breathtaking in the future.

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (9th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (11th to 9th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (11th to 9th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (1st)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (11th to 7th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (9th to 6th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (12th to 8th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (11th to 5th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (12th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (12th to 9th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (9th to 7th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (6th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (12th to 6th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (9th to 5th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (1st)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (1st to 9th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (12th to 8th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (10th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (12th to 4th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (1st)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (1st to 7th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (6th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (1st to 5th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (12th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (1st)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (9th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (12th to 8th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (2nd)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (1st)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (12th to 9th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (1st to 10th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (12th to 6th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (12th to 8th)

LIBRA

Your inner truth demands expression

Expect relationship surprises

Go in search of passion

Relationships with friends or lovers could take a surprising twist – one way or the other at the start of the month. Yes, there could be surprising interludes, meetings and new alliances. Conversely, someone may depart or you experience a sudden blow-up which catches you unawares due to a meeting between Mars and Uranus in your 8th at the start of the month.

Ruler Venus remains in your 10th and may help soothe any tensions. However, if someone crosses a line be prepared to stand your ground. The energy will be much more to your liking once Venus moves into your 11th on the same day and Mars crosses into your 9th on the 20th. Mars is going to spend an extra long time in this house due to an upcoming retrograde in October. For now, Mars powers you forward in search of excitement and a new, bigger experience. Especially around love and partnerships of all kinds due to Chiron and Jupiter in your 7th.

Yes, both are retrograde as are all the outer planets when Uranus turns backwards on the 24th. Add to this Mercury which arrives in your sign on the 26th, will do so in retroshadow cloak. What does this tell you, Libra? Before your birthday cycle begins you need to delve deeper into what you believe you have been missing out on and next – how to get it.

Your best times for love, attraction, meetings, dates, pleasure, play and getting that ‘yes’ answer are the 9th (Sun trine Chiron), the 18th (Venus trine Jupiter) and the 22nd (Venus/Ceres conjunction). Who you are with, who you meet, engage with, do business with, date or any kind of venture where it takes two of you or more, brings you success, closeness and enjoyment with a hefty side-order of sweet love sprinkles. The first three weeks of August are your best period for pursuing those goals, travel, romance and socialising. When we reach the 23rd, be prepared to enter a more spiritual and reflective period.

In the interim: What direction freedom, Libra? There’s a wildness rising in you that craves a release via something heart-starting and breathtaking with the full Moon in your 5th on the 12th. Who or what provides this for you? This full Moon is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon. It will square Uranus which rules Aquarius, in your 8th pushing you to charge or change something up. Don’t act out of loneliness however. Act from connection. Immerse yourself with people rather than look for love in all the wrong places.

But don’t deny what it is you want or what feeds your soul. Your inner truth wants out now. It’s a fabulous full Moon for dates, romance, friends, to be on holiday and for spending time with children or those younger than you or for your creative pursuits. Go in search of what expresses your soul desires. For more see your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

Time for intuitive and healthy choices, Libra. Your annual soul cleansing time begins a little early this year. Venus will continue to keep your social life sparkling a while longer. But you may now be contrasting periods of socialising with extreme down-time as you sift through what you have accumulated emotionally, physically and psychically this past year (or longer) and integrate this. You will be aware of your enhanced intuitive and imaginative capabilities from the 4th when Mercury enters your 12th.

How you express these and your soul truth becomes even more important. Yes, this will be triggered by the full Moon but that feeling will stay with you and even increase as we head towards the end of the month. It is really important you stick to what you know is right for you and don’t whatever you do, agree or commit to anything you deep down know isn’t. Mercury meets gorgeous, glorious Ganymed in your 12th on the 15th. It’s a prompt to follow our truth and to express not repress, who we truly are. And also highlights what happens when we don’t.

Hidden truths and subtexts emerge around the 21st just prior to the Sun’s arrival in your 12th when Mercury opposes Neptune the same day it enters retroshadow. You need to pay attention to actions not words now as one may contradict the other. Go by the action if in doubt. The Sun’s arrival in here from the 24th brings clarity but it may take until the new Moon on the 27th and Mercury’s arrival in your 1st the day before, before you have that knowing certainty how to act.

Mars is continuing to push you down a wild, unexplored path – great for stretching yourself into a bigger vision or goal but also good for confronting things if needed. The new Moon in your 12th is the final new Moon before your fresh cycle begins. It brings with it a determination to shed yourself of what holds you back or no longer works for you. You want to clear the way now to allow the new to enter. And this process may see you letting go of things you never thought you would with extreme courage and dignity. Past experiences rise to the surface to be put into perspective. For more see your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope.

You may not only astound others but surprise yourself as what you considered impossible is now accomplished with ease. You just wonder why it took you this long. The opposition between ruler Venus in your 11th and Saturn in your 5th the next day shows you that all that goes forward with you now – be it goals or people, is fit for soul purpose. Don’t hang on to anything that isn’t.

In a nutshell: Passion fuels you with an edgy, bold juice shot this month, Libra. Don’t bother trying to deny or cover up those wants and needs now. Instead, go in the direction where they can be met.

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (8th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (10th to 8th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (10th to 8th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (12th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (10th to 6th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (8th to 5th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (11th to 7th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (10th to 4th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (11th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (11th to 8th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (8th to 6th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (5th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (11th to 5th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (8th to 4th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (12th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (12th to 8th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (11th to 7th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (9th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (11th to 3rd)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (12th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (12th to 6th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (5th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (12th to 4th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (11th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (12th)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (8th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (11th to 7th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (1st)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (12tt)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (11th to 8th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (12th to 9th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (11th to 5th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (11th to 7th)

SCORPIO

Does love need some TLC?

Outer achievements bring inner satisfaction

Set your scene for the future

Pay attention to partners and all double acts at the top of August, Scorpio. The course of true love might not be smooth sailing. More like rocky road due to ancient ruler Mars clashing with Uranus in your 7th on the 1st. A little TLC and attention at the start of the month could head off further trouble down the track. You do have Venus in your 9th angling back at both planets across the 2nd-3rd but just ensure you do take care of business rather than choose escapism instead. The Venus opposition ruler Pluto on the 9th simply means if you choose to ignore any warning signs, you could be looking at things coming to a head around mid month when you yourself start to feel extra sensitive. Especially as you have Mars moving into its ancient ruling 8th from the 20th and a full Moon making an extremely tense angle to Uranus. Emotions may have a direction all their own. More on this shortly.

For this reason, it’s probably not the best time to go looking for love this month. I’m not saying flings can’t be flung – especially when Mars enters its ruling 8th. But we’re heading into retrograde weather too now. Once Uranus turns backwards in your 7th from the 24th all the outer planets are retrograde. Now, throw in Mercury which lands in your 11th on the 4th and enters retro-shade on the 21st. It will also oppose Neptune in your 5th before heading into your 12th on the 26th. That lover may be like no other – in all the wrong ways.

There’s always a peak experience on offer for us in a given area even if others aren’t highlighted for us right now. Don’t forget – the planets are always on the move. The sky changes and we all get our time when an area of our charts lights up. For you it’s your 10th of career, status, rewards and reputation. So, your best outlet and source of satisfaction is to focus your energy here. If you do, you’ll also find that any narks and snarks around your relationship will tend to dissipate as you objectively focus your energy. And feel as if you are achieving something.

Venus’s arrival in your 10th from the enhances your rep and image. You are now set to make your first, best impression. Or even reboot your image or career path if needed. Above all – know what outcome you want to achieve now. Be very specific about this especially as the planets will oppose Saturn in your 4th as they move through this house.

The full Moon in your 4th (the Moon’s ruling house) is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon. It can see emotions over-riding those intentions if you are not careful. Again, because the full Moon makes a high tensile angle to Uranus in your 7th, this can see your sensitivity increase and you may take things the wrong way when no hurt was intended. Or simply feel overwhelmed by trying to be all things to all people both at home and at work. Trying to do more may not be in your best interests now. Nor anyone else’s for that matter. If you feel fragile and frazzled, a recharge is in order. And please don’t stress that you will fall behind. You will more than make up for it with the recharge that follows. For more see your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

Best day of the month for doing whatever needs to be done? You’re perfectly grounded plus in your full phoenix power on the 14th when both your rulers form a trine between your 3rd and 7th. This is your best day to deal with any residual angst and turn a situation around or tackle any kind of partnership matter (including work ones). Best day for work, career, professional advancement and reputation enhancing moves is the 18th when Venus trines Jupiter in your 6th. Try to schedule interviews and meetings for this date. Deals can be done and agreements reached on the 22nd when Venus and Ceres form a powerful alliance. Expect win/win outcomes and deals on the table.

The focus is now slowly shifting from all work back to play. But even that play may have work connotations, Scorpio. In other words, social avenues may open up via contacts or those you work with. The 15th however looks to be pure enjoyment especially for anyone in the LGBTQIA+ communities when Mercury and gorgeous Ganymed meet in your 11th. This is a time to connect to and be with your people. And to embrace diversity and identity.

The Sun shines on your social scene from the 23rd. Remember how I said earlier how there is always a peak experience on offer as the planets change signs? Expect an ease of any remaining tensions and you wanting to circulate and socialise now. There’s plenty on the menu for you as the new Moon in here (27th) serves up invitations and also new ways to connect to others via on line groups, apps and technology.

This new Moon sets your social scene for some time to come. So it’s importance should not be underestimated. Because Venus and Ceres remain in your 10th, the new Moon in your 11th continues the professional advancement theme – especially for those of you who are self-employed,, entrepreneurs or work in IT. Expect entree to new networks and circles in the upcoming month. For more on this, see your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope.

Get out ad about now, blow off any residual frustrations left over from the start of the month. You feel things very deeply Scorpio but don’t always let those around you know this. Feel free to share and you’ll immediately rekindle any lost closeness be this with friends or lovers. Above all, share yourself and your smarts this month. And keep this going as we head into September. This is no time to hideaway.

In a nutshell: Both your rulers Mars and Pluto put you in a power position this month. But step back and examine where any frustrations with loved ones may be coming from. Sharing that emotional truth brings you closer.

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (7th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (9th to 7th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (9th to 7th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (11th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (9th to 5th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (7th to 4th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (10th to 6th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (9th to 3rd)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (10th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (10th to 7th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (7th to 5th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (4th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (10th to 4th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (7th to 3rd)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (11th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (11th to 7th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (10th to 6th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (8th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (10th to 2nd)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (11th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (11th to 5th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (4th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (11th to 3rd)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (10th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (11th)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (7th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (10th to 6th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (12th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (11tt)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (10th to 7th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (11th to 8th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (10th to 4th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (10th to 6th)

SAGITTARIUS

Get ready to sizzle

Take that highway to heaven

Ditch those road blocks

Ruler Jupiter is fully retroactive and once Uranus heads backwards from the 24th, all the outer planets are retrograde. You also have Mercury entering its Retro Lite phase in your 10th from the 21st. It will continue on into your 11th before turning full fat retro next month. But if engaged in that favourite Sag activity travel, don’t leave home without that back-up plan.

What’s fired up for you this month? Love, Sag! Despite your ruler backwards in your romance sector, you have Mars entering your 7th on the 20th where it is set for a record breaking stay. This is due to a rare retrograde while in here. That doesn’t occur until October so for now, Mars is in full throttle passion mode. Singles – you want someone who can keep up with your exuberance and sense of adventure. Stick in the muds need not apply. If you are settled do ensure you are giving enough time to your partner and are not so caught up with your own plans, you neglect to factor in theirs.

Venus is also on the move this month into your 9th and will remain in here after Mercury (4th) and the Sun (23rd) exit this house. So, river deep, mountain high loves. For who or what lights your fire to keep the song metaphor going.

You can’t fake the feeling – or the absence of it. Not that you are usually able to do that anyway, Sag. You are far too open and direct for subterfuge. Just that Mars in your 7th shows you what’s hot and what has most definitely long gone off the boil. Be honest with yourself and also, with the other party if this is the temperature. Long term relationships ebb and flow and enter peaks and troughs. This is natural so don’t mistake you and your boo hitting a quiet patch for an inability to start the fire again. You know the difference deep down anyway.

Do you feel you can’t successfully be yourself or succeed on your chosen path due to your sexual or gender identity? There’s barriers to be examined and broken down when Mercury and Ganymed meet in your 10th on the 15th. This is our ‘public’ house and it rules our status and how we are seen and perceived. Ganymed is associated with the LGBTQIA+ communities. But in here is saying No External Labeling by Others. It’s about being seen for what you contribute or do more than anything else. Challenge any attempt to pigeon hole or restrict you.

The full Moon in your 3rd on the 12th is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon and should offer good times and lighten the load provided you are in the right company, Sag. This is a fabulous full Moon for date night with that significant other especially if you want to let them know how important they are to you. It allows conversation to flow and encourages emotional honesty and sharing. If you are open, it can transform your understanding of what makes your other half tick. Dating someone new? You can’t ask too many questions under this Moon. Do look to the answers carefully however.

It will square Uranus in your 6th so under it, you need to ensure you don’t skip the details or leave time-sensitive tasks until the last minute. In fast, be prepared for something unexpected to force you to shuffle that schedule around. If you have taken care of what you know you need to do, you won’t be caught short however and can handle anything extra that comes your way. For more on what this full Moon may bring you, see your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

Venus in your 9th bigs up that desire for love, travel and also to get yourself noticed, Sag. Big, bold, beautiful moves can be made now. Your best day of the month for absolutely anything – and where love and luck is a factor and anything goes for you is the 18th when Venus will trine Jupiter in your 5th. Stand out, shine and express yourself as this is THE best day for romance and attraction of the month. Make that move. The 22nd could put you in the winners circle in some way or offer a release into opportunity and freedom.

This now includes anything to do with work, your career or which sends you personal stock soaring. It is now time to look at what you’ve achieved so far this year and begin to consolidate that. And to take the rest of those ambitions seriously. Do this without feeling stressed about it. In fact, if you have taken on too much recently, you will be all too aware of it especially at the time of the new Moon on the 27th. What restricts you or has you feeling less than your best may in fact have been self-created. Or you simply have the power to release it if you take the time to examine this more closely. For more on this see your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope.

Take some time with this whether you want to change up your routine or even your entire job. The Venus/Saturn opposition the next day shows you how to work this in a way that is constructive and lasting. Once you have thought this through, a radical approach or even an expected element allows you to free yourself by the month’s end. You’re into September with a lighter, brighter approach to success, Sag.

In a nutshell: Mars in your partnership sector tells you who or what’s hot – or not, Sag. You can’t fake the feeling. Venus in your travel sector has you reaching for something bigger – and leap frogging barriers between you and what you love.

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (6th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (8th to 6th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (8th to 6th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (10th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (8th to 4th)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (6th to 3rd)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (9th to 5th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (8th to 2nd)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (9th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (9th to 6th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (6th to 4th)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (3rd) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (9th to 3rd)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (6th to 2nd)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (10th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (10th to 6th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (9th to 5th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (7th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (9th to 1st)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (10th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (10th to 4th)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (3rd)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (10th to 2nd)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (9th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (110h)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (6th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (9th to 5th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (11th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (10tt)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (9th to 6th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (10th to 7th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (9th to 3rd)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (9th to 5th)

CAPRICORN

Go where change wants to take you

Relationships reflect the shift within

Do you get back what you put in?

Strange fascination, fascinating me
Ah changes are taking the pace I’m going through

Ch-ch-changes . . .

By now the classic David Bowie track must seem like your anthem thanks to Pluto’s long term stay in your sign. Next year it leaves briefly for your 2nd before turning back for a final visit then exiting for good. Along with the other long term transit of Uranus in your 5th, you have seen yourself evolve, outgrow certain things and you and your needs change. It is or should have been, a fascinating process and one which takes on fresh significance in August.

Love, money, searing hotness (that’s your temperature, Cappy not the weather!), and yes, change kick-start August for you with the meeting of Mars and Uranus in your 5th. Venus in its ruling 7th shines on both planets indicating positive developments even as Mercury heads into your 9th (4th) promising opportunity, offers and solutions. The 9th holds the best potential for changes in outer relationships which align with your own inner transformation as Venus opposes Pluto. If needed, you can take these even further on the 22nd.

Wellbeing and work dominate the month and we can say you are hitting the peak for these areas this month. What do you need to change up here, Cappy? Mars lands in your 6th on the 20th and will be set for an extra long stay in here owing to a retrograde which will occur in October. This means Mars will remain in here until 2023. Health receives a boost and you are able to simply get more done now. Just ensure you don’t burn out as you’re powerful but not invincible!

Whatever you’ve been putting off you’ll not only tackle but also set yourself up for permanent, energising change when it comes to anything from escaping that rut to charging up your day job or initiating a more healthy, active lifestyle.

Ruler Saturn is retrograde along with all the other outer planets except for Uranus which turns backwards on the 24th. You also have Mercury enter retroshadow in your 9th from the 21st. It continues forward on into your 10th from the 26th and will turn retroactive next month. But as the retro shade begins in your house of long distance travel, foreign affairs of all kinds and mass transportation, putting those retro rules in place early may simply be good contingency planning.

Before Mars shifts out of your 5th it is going to pose a question with your ruler around whether something continues to be worth your time and investment or if you need to focus in another direction around the 7th. Once Venus moves into your 8th from the 11th, money and those values will feature in a big way. Before the Sun’s arrival in your 9th on the 23rd, there may be a feeling of hard work or extra effort involved. This can be anything from your income to a key relationship. What you have to look at is your long term take out vs. your investment here.

You’ll know what the right decision is by the end of the month when Venus and Saturn align across your money sector. In the interim, a test around your values, money, parenting or even love could appear with the full Moon in your 2nd on the 12th. This Moon is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx Moon. It will make a tight angle to Uranus and could bring up a surprising twist or unexpected development. Is it in fact merely a reflection of a change you have already made within? Because when we change the outer world will in the end reflect this via the events it sends our way.

Something has to change and move with us or away from us under this full Moon. So keep this in mind and for more see your full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

There’s nothing small or insignificant about you from mid month onwards, Capricorn. Travel, learning and expansion feature as could writing, publishing and taking your content on the internet to a new level thanks to the meeting of Mercury and gorge Ganymed in your 9th on the 15th intent on taking your fabulization further. True hues, bigging up that message, going loud and proud – the astral body linked to the LGBTQIA+ communities is never shy nor apologetic and in your 9th does not do anything by half measures. Your identity matters no matter what it is. You also don’t need filters. Just realness. That change could simply be you refusing to be anything else from here on in.

You will spend right up until the 23rd when the Sun shifts into your 9th actively pursuing opportunities for transformation and self-empowerment. And the more changes you bring about, the more empowered you feel. Chances are you are engaged in this not simply for your own benefit but also for those you care about. Engaging with change means we want something better for our future. Envisioning what this looks like and the steps you have to take to attain it, set you on course to achieve it.

Many of you may see a situation shift of its own accord. One thing to remember about Uranus is that it always wants our freedom and those surprises it triggers usually bring this about. Although sometimes not in the way we expect, the end result is exactly that. The new Moon in your 9th on the 27th, promises events that reflect the changes you have been undergoing. Opportunity and even a stroke of luck and travel could feature for the next month. This is a time when you should be networking ahead of the shift of the Sun into your 10th at the end of September. Begin those plans now. For more on this see your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope.

The following day sees empowered change occur taking you on into September as Venus in your 8th opposes ruler Saturn in your 2nd. Time to separate the past from the present when it comes to your cash or what you want from your relationships. You have changed and the changes are still on-going. But the you of today needs more resonance and connection than you did previously. Just as you may channel your money and resources into different areas now. Your priorities have shifted but what this tells you is that connections are all important. Hence the need to get out, network and connect triggered by the new Moon. Or simply to show others how much you care. Build bridges of change now, Cappy between those you know and between you and your future.

In a nutshell: When we make changes within, the outside world and our relationships always reflects this. August delivers experiences and opportunities which show you just how much you’ve changed. Build a bridge between your present and your future, Capricorn.

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (5th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (7th to 5th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (7th to 5th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (9th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (7th to 3rd)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (5th to 2nd)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (8th to 4th)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (7th to 1st)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (8th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (8th to 5th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (5th to 3rd)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (2nd) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (8th to 2nd)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (5th to 1st)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (9th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (9th to 5th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (8th to 4th)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (6th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (8th to 12th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (9th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (9th to 3rd)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (2nd)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (9th to 1st)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (8th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (9th)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (5th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (8th to 4th)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (10th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (9th)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (8th to 5th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (9th to 6th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (8th to 2nd)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (8th to 4th)

AQUARIUS

Be there for yourself

Believe in love again

Get some sexual healing!

Are you doing too much, Aquarius? Trying to be all things to all people for instance? Or simply feeling stuck and confined? Do you know how to say ‘No’ to family members and loved ones? If you are feeling cranky, frazzled and have been running on empty for far too long, ruler Uranus is about to say ‘Enough is enough’ at the top of the month. Please don’t feel guilty. But also do put the brakes on and delegate to others – or simply draw a line, before you explode if you can.

Changes around home, living arrangements or even your cash could be pushing you to adapt or simply draw the line as Mercury leads the charge on into your 8th from the 4th. You remain in your yearly partnership peak on into September. This is due to Venus arriving in its ruling 7th from the 11th. As an added bonus for you – Mars is also on the move. Out of your 4th (which has contributed to that cranky-pants feeling) and on into your fabulizing 5th on the 20th.

It’s a joy juice shot which will take you on into ‘23, Aquarius. Whatever you do, don’t allow yourself to fall out of love. Mars is here to fix any disillusionment and hand you back your sexy self-confidence if this has been wounded. Your starting point is the feeling that there are so many ways to express love – not just the romantic kind. And it flows on from there. Rekindle your creative spark and your belief in love. No, it’s not hard to find or something that happens to others. And yes, there are plenty of fish in the sea you wouldn’t want to reject. To attract them – simply immerse yourself in doing what you love or expressing it.

Your best days for luck, love, attraction, projects and good news of all kinds are the 9th (Sun trine Chiron) and the 18th (Venus trine Jupiter). Some of you may go back to love – picking up an old pastime you used to love to do. Or even reconnecting with people from your past. We have big retro weather happening this month. Once your ruler Uranus retrogrades from the 24th, all the outer planets are backwards. We also have Mercury enter retro shade in your 8th from the 21st. It will continue moving forward into your 9th but then turn back next month.

Mars’ long staycation in your 5th is also down to a rare retrograde but this will not occur until October. But August sees half the planets in the sky backwards or in retroshadow. This tells you again to slow down – something the start of the month would have emphasised for you. Do get to grips with this before the extremely powerful full Moon in your sign on the 12th. You need emotional support and this full Moon – known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx moon, shows you who or where it is needed.

Perhaps there is an empty space in your life which needs filling to enable you to get what you want? Hold tight to the upcoming surge of renewed faith which is simply days away. Or perhaps you need to ask the most obvious person highlighted by this Moon. It will square your ruler Uranus and also falls close to Saturn in your sign. Time to let down those barriers and be vulnerable if necessary. Have you felt you have needed to remain strong for far too long? It’s okay to let go as in your vulnerabilities lie your strength. For more on this, see your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

LGBTQIA+ astral body Ganymed is telling us all to renew our faith in our own gloriousness days later when it meets Mercury in your 8th on the 15th. This occurs the day after a powerful Sun/Saturn opposition and a powerful trine between Mars still in your 4th and Pluto in your 12th. You transform your ideas around how you express yourself and are no longer willing to be bound by other people’s expectations or restrictions for that matter.

Do your due diligence over big financial decisions or expenditures on the 21st. This is the day Mercury begins its retroshadow but it also opposes Neptune in your 2nd. You can strike a much better deal if you wait a day for Venus to meet Ceres. Resist pressure to reach a decision and if someone is applying this you need to take a step back and ask ‘What’s the hurry?’. This also applies to relationships. That lover who just seems a bit too keen and eager to insert themselves into your life for instance.

The Sun’s arrival in your 8th puts you in control of your decisions and the path your life takes from here on in. This is one of your peak power transits of the year and it is important for facing your fears, healing and also taking back your power in areas where you may have given it away. In fact, it follows on from the themes which began at the start of the month. Hopefully you gained precious ground and self-confidence as August advances. Now, put this new sense of surety to good use by focusing your energy on the areas you know where change still needs to occur.

With Venus remaining in your 7th and Mars in your 5th I should not need to over-sell you on the fact that your sexual self is demanding self-expression. Again, any wounds around your sexuality or attractiveness can be healed now. At the time of the new Moon in your 8th on the 27th please try to steer clear of negative thinking.

A powerful shift which triggers an inner regeneration can occur now and the following day when Venus opposes Saturn in your 1st. You’ve now outgrown something. Perhaps this was a lack of belief in yourself, an inability to set boundaries or loss of faith in the future of love. But something is now restored within you. For more on this, read your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope. You enter September reconnected to your inner power. And certain you are able to ask for, seek out and get what you need, Aquarius.

In a nutshell: This month brings confrontations – most probably within yourself. Have you lost your belief in the power of love? Or even in your own abilities, Aquarius? Look forward to regeneration and restoration in the power of YOU.

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (4th)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (6th to 4th)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (6th to 4th)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (8th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (6th to 2nd)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (4th to 1st)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (7th to 3rd)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (6th to 12th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (7th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (7th to 4th)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (4th to 2nd)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (1st) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (7th to 1st)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (4th to 12th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (8th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (8th to 4th)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (7th to 3rd)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (5th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (7th to 11th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (8th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (8th to 2nd)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (1st)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (8th to 12th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (7th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (8th)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (4th) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (7th to 3rd)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (9th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (8th)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (7th to 4th)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (8th to 5th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (7th to 1st)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (7th to 3rd)

PISCES

Make your move

Embrace the multi-hues of love

Does the past still hold potential?

Ancient ruler Jupiter is heading back your way but while it retrogrades back in your direction it continues to give a helping hand when it comes to your income. You need to follow through on those money making ideas this month. Or get those pitches or applications happening. Speak up and above all, don’t be shy about shouting out all you have to offer. The meeting between Mars and Uranus in your 3rd at the top of the month tells you that this is no time to stay quiet.

This doesn’t just apply to selling yourself but to having that all important talk with someone or that great opening line. Venus remains in your 5th right up until the 11th meaning you have elevated the art of flirting to award winning levels. Re-approaching an employer or client you have contacted in the past or even offering that olive branch to someone is also favoured. You may see things from a different perspective or make a different approach now.

One reason August favours this is we have big retrograde weather occurring. Both your rulers – Jupiter and Neptune are retrograde and once Uranus retrogrades in your 3rd from the 24th, all the outer planets are backwards including turn back time Saturn in your 12th. The Venus/Saturn opposition at the end of the month could quite literally reset the clock or karma between you and someone.

Then there’s Mercury which enters your partnership zone on the 4th. On the 21st it begins its retroshadow phase even as it opposes Neptune. Again, this may bring a missed opportunity or connection back in.

Mars is on the move this month. The 20th sees it enter your 4th where it unpacks its bags until 2023 due to a rare retrograde in here. Mars is not the best house guest in here. Those minor niggles, narks and snarks you may have with those you live with – which you usually manage to ignore, get blown out of proportion. Family members and flatmates can irritate you. Anything from their loud chewing to persistently ignoring your requests not to leave the toilet seat up. Minor gripes suddenly become major areas of conflict if you are not careful with Mars in here.

Managing Mars in here means channeling your energy. Finding plenty of things to do while at home – DIY tasks, decluttering, gardening; and being out of the home and active as much as you can. Avoid: house guests especially needy and demanding family members who will wear out their welcome very quickly. Also passive/aggressive behaviour or anyone whose default setting is to resort to this. The results will not be pretty.

If you have been contemplating moving home, Mars is at its best position to accomplish this now and pushes you to get your home ready to sell and/or out looking for a new one. Do however remember we are heading into Mercury retrograde weather which is not good for contracts and leases. And also that you have a long Mars transit in here!

Make your move in more ways than one! Work matters continue in focus up until the 23rd when the Sun changes signs. Venus’s entry into your 6th on the 11th shows you the way to a better, more enjoyable work dynamic. If you have been looking for work or seeking a new position, many of you may receive an offer this month and again, this is linked to Jupiter in your 2nd. Best days for anything job, money or even study related are the 9th when the Sun in your 6th trines Chiron (also retrograde) in your 2nd and possibly the best day of the year for your income which is the Venus/Jupiter trine on the 18th. Again, don’t be afraid to contact people you have either worked for or approached in the past. The 22nd indicates a deal or offer may be on the table.

If there is still potential in anything from your past, your intuition highlights this at the time of the full Moon in your 12th on the same day. Or you may be surprised by the past returning and contacting you as this full Moon squares Uranus in your 3rd. This full Moon is known as the Sturgeon, Grain or Lynx moon. It boosts your creativity and psychic gifts and it may also nudge you to backtrack and re-explore a past path. If only to answer a ‘What if . . ?’ question or to give yourself closure. However, that is not to say the past cannot give birth to someone new. Again, allow your inner compass to guide you. More insight is in your Full Moon in Aquarius Moonscope.

Your yearly love and partnership begins when the Sun enters your 7th on the 23rd. No matter who you are, love is very much in the air for you. LGBTQIA+ asteroid Ganymed is already in residence and meets with Mercury in here on the 15th. The Sun will also meet Ganymed next month. Love’s true colours simply have to shine through no matter what their multi-hues are. Duets, double acts and duets in all their forms from long term loves, marriage partners, besties and baes, mentors, working partnerships, collaborators and activity partners. What kind of dynamic serves you best now?

Venus will arrive in here next month simply handing you that feeling that love is all around you. But the new Moon in here on the 27th marks when you enter a new phase of relating. You are at your most giving and magnetic now. It is time to ask what you want from the future of your current relationship and talk about this with you present partner. Or to take this forward with you in your search for a new one. Singles should see at least one potential partner appear between now and the end of September. Just remember, love takes the form you most need to learn from.

If your relationship has run its course, please don’t go looking for a rebound one. You need self-love and to reconnect to your needs. For more on what love has planned, see your New Moon in Virgo Moonscope. Single or settled, love may have an exciting change for you as you enter September.

In a nutshell: You are about to enter your yearly love peak this month, Pisces. Look to the future but at the same time, don’t fail to re-explore potential that still exists from your past. Is it time for an olive branch or to say ‘Hello!’ again?

Aug 1 2022 Mars and Uranus conjunct in Taurus (3rd)

Aug 2 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus (5th to 3rd)

Aug 3 2022 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus (5th to 3rd)

Aug 4 2022 Mercury enters Virgo (7th)

Aug 7 2022 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune in Pisces (5th to 1st)

Aug 7 2022 Mars in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius (3rd to 12th)

Aug 9 2022 Sun in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (6th to 2nd)

Aug 9 2022 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto in Capricorn (5th to 11th)

Aug 11 2022 Venus enters Leo (6th)

Aug 11 2022 Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (6th to 3rd)

Aug 11 2022 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces (3rd to 1st)

Aug 12 2022 Full Moon in Aquarius (12th) (One degree from a square with Uranus)

Aug 14 2022 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (6th to 12th)

Aug 14 2022 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto in Capricorn (3rd to 11th)

Aug 15 2022 Mercury and Ganymed conjunct in Virgo (7th)

Aug 16 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus in Taurus (7th to 3rd)

Aug 18 2022 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter in Aries (6th to 2nd)

Aug 20 2022 Mars enters Gemini (4th)

Aug 20 2022 Sun in Leo trine Galactic Centre in Sagittarius (6th to 10th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury retroshadow begins in Virgo (7th)

Aug 21 2022 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune in Pisces (7th to 1st)

Aug 21 2022 Retrograde Vesta re-enters Aquarius (12th)

Aug 22 2022 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto in Capricorn (7th to 11th)

Aug 22 2022 Venus and Ceres conjunct in Leo (6th)

Aug 23 2022 Sun enters Virgo (7th)

Aug 24 2022 Uranus stationary retrograde in Taurus (3rd) – All outer planets retrograde

Aug 25 2022 Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (6th to 2nd)

Aug 26 2022 Mercury enters Libra (8th)

Aug 27 2022 New Moon in Virgo (7th)

Aug 27 2022 Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus (6th to 3rd)

Aug 27 2022 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini (7th to 4th)

Aug 28 2022 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn in Aquarius (6th to 12th)

Aug 28 2022 Ceres in Leo trine Chiron in Aries (6th to 2nd)

 

 

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