The August forecast offers a window to plan ahead for the rest of the year and to implement changes before the fall. Uncertainty has been the keyword this year we continue to wrestle with more questions than answers. Our ability to plan, which is crucial to success in modern life, has been seriously hindered. Following the planets has turned out to be one of the few available “trackers” to make sense of the conflicting news that floods our feeds every day. While there are no guarantees, at least we can get an idea of what’s ahead. Now that the eclipse season is over and we’re between retrogrades, we have a chance to prepare for the rest of 2020.
August will open with a Full Moon in Aquarius, the sign of innovation, hopes and ideals on August 3 and we may finally see glimmers of progress. This Full Moon occurs when the cooperative Aquarius Moon opposes the individualistic Leo Sun. This cosmic coupling allows us see the difference between satisfying ourselves (Leo) and collaborating with others (Aquarius), and helps us understand the relationship between teamwork and individuality. The community-conscious Aquarius Full Moon reminds us that we are part of something larger than ourselves, and that acting on our ideas and ideals will benefit everyone. (Wear that mask!) However, this moon is in a disruptive square with Uranus. Any attempt at change is likely to be countered with resistance from the “opposite” ideological camp. (Wear the mask anyway!)
Mercury enters Leo on August 5 where our conversations become more animated and thoughts more creative. The downside is that we can also become stubbornly opinionated as Leo is a fixed sign ruled by the ego driven Sun. Leo wants to be heard and will shout down others if it feels unrecognized. Still, it’s perfect for speaking up as we become bolder with our ideas and we might even take the risk to tell someone we like them. A little self-congratulation and praise sometimes doesn’t go amiss either.
The entry of Venus into Cancer on August 7 should help to tone down some of Mercury in Leo’s trumpeting. We become much more sensitive to the emotional undercurrent, especially in matters of the heart. Venus in Cancer is affectionate, responsive, kind and motherly but can also be moody and inclined to withdraw if she feels hurt. Dependency in relationships can cause issues and most likely stem from patterns experienced in childhood.
On August 13 Mars squares Pluto and this transit is a time when other people's power presents challenges to the expansion of your own. This results in severe power struggles which have the potential to turn violent. Your energy level is very high. You can use it to accomplish a lot, but do not expect an easy ride. Even if you are not especially working on expanding your power, someone may challenge your position and you will need to defend it.
Uranus, the planet of revolution, goes retrograde on August 15, subverting radical forces and making these more turbulent. Uranus, as a planetary force, is unpredictable and eruptive at the best of times. Yet, this retrograde carries us back along the path of upsets and innovation this year, to re-examine and integrate how these themes are reshaping our lives. Uranus will be in retrograde for the rest of 2020, adding another layer of uncertainty to personal and world events best managed by maintaining an open mind and an adaptive attitude.
The Leo New Moon on August 18 is concerned with self-expression and showing what’s in your heart. So, this is when you’re beginning a relationship with a person, an idea, or a goal. You want to open your heart, and make your deepest desires become everything in your life. This is a great time to ask yourself if you’ve truly been doing the things that make you feel the most fulfilled.
Mercury enters Virgo on August 20, closely followed by the Sun on August 22. This turns our attention to mundane matters. Our minds are on our work and we need to feel useful. It’s best that we keep our hands occupied to stave off nervous energy. But this can be an excellent time for getting down to the nitty gritty as details become more visible under Virgo’s critical eye. Practice until perfect. Clean your house and office. Clear out your kitchen cupboards. Clean up your diet. Move your body. Give your mind something healthy to think about. Guard against perfectionism.
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