Every year when the sun moves into cardinal earth sign Capricorn, winter begins in the northern hemisphere and the warm summer season kicks off in the southern hemisphere, below the equator. Winter represents a time of physical and spiritual hibernation. It’s a time to reflect, turn inward, and endure colder temperatures, and sometimes harsh weather, depending on where you reside in the world. While many may prefer the warmer months, the blossoming of flowers in the spring, the feeling of fun and celebration of the summer; winter is a very important part of nature’s cycle and our connection to the cosmos, both physically and metaphysically.

August 2024 is set to be a month of significant astrological activity, bringing about a mix of introspection, refinement, liberation and clarity. With key transits including the New Moon in Leo, Venus entering Virgo and later Libra, Mercury’s retrograde journey, and the Full Moon in Aquarius, this month invites us to embrace change in creative and practical ways in order to get or stay aligned with our path. Below, we’ll delve into the main transits of the month and the key themes and energies these celestial influences may have on your life.

May is shaping up to be an incredible month, filled with profound shifts and thrilling developments. Each planetary move brings its own set of opportunities, helping us grow both personally and together as a community. Keeping an eye on these astrological events will help us navigate any challenges and really tap into the powerful energies they bring. Overall, the month ahead is asking us to embrace change, find our balance, and strengthen our connections. It’s a time to stay curious, flexible, and keep our feet on the ground as we ride the waves of May’s planetary influences.

The energy in the sky is finally starting to gain momentum after a slow start to 2024. January’s astrology kicked off the year with a Mercury retrograde in Sagittarius and Capricorn, making Mercury’s usually direct line to communication and efficiency a little frenetic. In February, however, Mercury’s back in direct action and moving into logical and straightforward Aquarius, where Mars and Venus will soon follow. All three celestial bodies will meet Pluto in Aquarius at 0 degrees, charging the air with a need to act. Remember: Pluto just returned to Aquarius in January, after its dip back into Capricorn. Now, in direct motion, it will remain in Aquarius until August 31. It will take one last spin in Capricorn from September 1 through November 18 and move back into Aquarius on November 19 where it will remain until March 8, 2043.

Let’s cut to the chase: The final Mercury retrograde of 2023 will arrive on December 13th. We’ve survived two of these chaotic astrological happenings so far this year, and the third and final one will test us and frustrate us as all Mercury retrogrades tend to do, but survive it we will. This particular backwards dance will begin in Capricorn, move to Sagittarius on December 23, and turn direct on January 1 2024, so we’ll be starting the new year off a bit unstable.