Aries (March 21-April 19)

The spotlight is on you, Aries. It's time to channel your inner rock star and let your creativity shine. Take this opportunity to capture your "album cover" moment with your friends. As you pose for those photos, embrace your confident, playful self. The Leo sun shines on your star power, and the Leo new moon on August 4 offers celebratory invitations. So, shine brightly!

Mercury stations retrograde on August 4, preparing you for a retrospective of past relationships. This introspection can be heartwarming or heart-wrenching, depending on your perspective. Use this time to better understand your present by making peace with the past. Let any arising emotions fuel your drive toward new goals. Laugh at the mishaps and embrace a Buddhist-like acceptance: "It is what it is."

The Aquarius full moon on August 19 illuminates your heart's desires, especially if you feel frustrated or aimless. Allow Luna's light to guide you toward what truly matters. This might be the time to prioritize your personal life over your hyper-productive mode. Receptivity has its own power.

As the sun moves into Virgo on August 22, it reminds you of your responsibilities and commitments. With Mercury going direct on August 28, you'll feel back on track, ready to organize your calendar and adopt a new routine. Consider this a reboot, a perfect time for clearing, cleansing, and purging both metaphorically and literally.

The Mars/Jupiter conjunction on August 14 offers profitable opportunities. Professionally, you are in a phase of rallying support and building a team. Jupiter is the planet of Earth angels, and with Jupiter in your sign, you could meet one. Let the universe surprise you. Also, remember that Jupiter's manifestations are often more intangible, like the deeper yearnings we feel but can't always articulate. Let your experiences be your teachers.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

The turtle, a symbol of nurturance, carries its home on its back. It is always sheltered, no matter where it goes. This month, embrace the turtle's wisdom. Can you be at home with yourself, no matter what? As the sun shines in Leo, it prompts you to reflect on this question. There’s no place like home might be your mantra for the first few weeks of the month. The Leo new moon on August 4 asks you to take a good look at your living space and make adjustments if needed. 

Mercury stations retrograde on August 4, and your thoughts inspire memories of simpler times. This retrograde cycle offers you a chance to revisit and reassess what "home" means to you physically and emotionally. It’s a time of self-nurturing and healing. 

Mars meets Jupiter on August 14 in a powerful conjunction that energizes your drive to achieve. Your ego could be louder during that week; give it outlets for expression through writing, art, adventures in nature, or competitions. This dynamic energy could propel you forward, but remember the symbolism of the turtle and stay rooted at the core and connected to your inner sense of stability.

The full moon in Aquarius on August 19 is a visionary lunation. You can see new horizons, making this an excellent time to imagine what’s possible in your career. Dream big and trust that a creative process is unfolding for you. Trust yourself to make the next moves toward your path of purpose. 

Well-being is a multi-layered pursuit that involves diet, exercise, rest, and taking time to enjoy the sensual aspects of life. Stop and smell the roses! Your ruling planet, Venus enters Virgo on August 4, making this a time of curation—evaluate ways to simplify your life by being choosy. 

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

As Mercury makes its retrograde journey from August 4 to August 28, you'll find yourself reflecting on simpler times. Mercury starts its retrograde in Virgo, giving you the opportunity to reconnect with your familial roots and childhood memories. You might find yourself flipping through old family photo albums or revisiting your hometown. This is a time for turning inward, nourishing past dreams, and reconnecting with long-forgotten goals.

You were born under the sign of the master decoder, puzzle solver, and mental gymnast. Each day, we face new puzzles to solve in our lives and the world. And while it's exciting to master a skill or develop a solution to a global crisis, it can feel pointless if we're not having fun. So, prioritize playful banter, exciting conversations, and joy this month. 

The sun shines in luxuriating Leo until August 22. Leo is a passionate fire sign that awakens our hunger for experiences beyond the mundane. It's the sign of leadership and persuasive speaking, making this the perfect time to shine your brilliant light. Remember, we are born creators. If we are not using our creative impulses in a fulfilling way, we can use those same impulses to generate drama in our lives.

Fine-tune your intentions by feeling them in your heart. After all, the Leo sun rules the heart. You could feel pressure from others. Let the Aquarius full moon on August 19 be a relationship turning point. 

The end of the month offers a chance to mend fractured family relationships. For those with children, it's a time of watching them evolve and spread their wings. Your challenge is to allow this process to unfold gracefully without trying to control the outcomes. Saturn and Neptune's retrograde insist you do the same for yourself, finding freedom in your way.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

This month, life has given you all the perfect salad ingredients: various lettuces, nuts, seeds, and homegrown cherry tomatoes. Your mission is to find out which ingredients to toss to make a winning combination. In other words, you are faced with many options, and this is a month of discernment to determine which ones align most with your goals and desires. Mercury stations retrograde on August 4, making it a month for re-evaluation. Use this time to assess your options and make right choices for you.

The full moon on August 4 opens discussions about finances, including balancing earning and spending within partnerships. If financial fears rise into conscious awareness, resist slipping into a confidence crisis. This lunation awakens the call to discern which pathways to forge and which to abandon. Remember, there are no wrong choices. If you feel overwhelmed with options, listen to your gut.

Communication mishaps could aggravate your sensitive mood during Mercury's retrograde period (August 4-28). As a preventive measure, prioritize your creature comforts and physical well-being. Stay hydrated, eat nourishing foods, and avoid temperature extremes. You are one of the more sensitive signs, which means you need extra TLC when stress happens.

The Aquarius full moon on August 19 awakens your visionary spirit and inspires you to focus on your financial literacy. Take this opportunity to learn something new, as knowledge is power and could lead to a new income opportunity.

When the sun enters Virgo on August 22, it clears up any fog of confusion you may have had earlier in the month. Problematic conversations could leave you with questions about relationships. Still, Virgo's influence can help clarify crossed wires and allow you the space to express new ideas. 

Leo (July 23-August 22)

We start the month in the thick of Leo season, with the sun, your ruling planet, shining gloriously on you. Set clear intentions for the year ahead on the Leo new moon on August 4. This year marks a period of reaping what you've sown, which means you can accept the blessings as rewards for your tireless efforts and navigate the challenges that arise from past missteps. The sun shines favorably on you this month, so don't hide in the shadows. Your soul's purpose is to express itself, and your creative talents are the vehicles by which you do that.

Venus moves into Virgo on August 4, reminding you to get serious about your financial goals. The planet of magnetic attraction shines her light in a way that helps you navigate new pathways to financial success. Before you do, make sure you start with a clean slate.

Mercury goes retrograde from August 4-28, making it a month to finish business and organize your life. It shines a spotlight on life's details, engaging you in complex conversations about schedules, timelines, and chores. Let this be a time to regroup, especially if you've been working tirelessly to complete a project.

The full moon in Aquarius on August 19 is a highlight of the month for your romantic life. You could receive a surprise or gift from your partner that helps you feel seen and acknowledged for who you truly are, illuminating a renewed sense of commitment. If you're single, let that commitment be to yourself. Instead of asking what to do to draw in a partner, ask, "Who should I be to attract my love?"

As the sun moves into Virgo on August 22, you experience a burst of self-confidence as your new solar year gets into full gear. Be willing to raise your hands and surrender, saying, "Okay, universe, I submit to the wondrous plan you have in store for me."

Virgo (August 23-September 22)

Earth is the element dedicated to grounding life's practical realities, like organizing children's school schedules and preparing food. We can think of Earth signs as those most attuned to the physical senses: sight, smell, taste, touch, and hearing. As a Virgo, your ruling planet is Mercury, the planet of the mind and intellect. This gives you a unique perspective, integrating mind and body, spirit and soul. It's one of the reasons why your sign is associated with ritual practices and holistic living. As the month begins, lean into daily rituals to deepen the integration.

Mercury, your ruling planet, stations retrograde in your sign on August 4, making it a month of introspection. This period encourages you to reflect on your sense of identity and how your outer expression conveys your innermost reality. On a practical note, think twice before drastically changing your look or updating your personal brand during this time. Mercury retrogrades are periods for closure and renewal, offering opportunities to finish business. Decisions made during this time can feel precarious, so keep in mind that your thoughts may shift with the winds.

The Aquarius full moon on August 19 highlights your health and wellness goals. Let it be a reminder to adopt habits and lifestyle changes that reduce stress and support your overall well-being.

As the sun moves into your sign on August 22, you feel a renewed sense of clarity and purpose. This is an excellent time to organize your life, set new goals, and align your daily routines with your long-term aspirations. Use the end of August to fine-tune your plans and prepare for the upcoming season with a clear mind and a healthy body. Embrace the changes and opportunities that come your way, and trust in your ability to navigate them with grace and wisdom.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

Do you know that saying, "no regrets"? I've always marveled at people who claim to live their lives without regret. As Libras, we are in a perpetual balancing act, weighing decisions and calculating the pros and cons. Of all the signs, yours is more prone to regret because your life is a constant equilibrium between self and others. We balance head and heart, self and other, and various polarities according to a matrix of harmonics to which we are attuned. 

This month, as Mercury makes its retrograde journey (August 4-28), you receive the gift of retrospect. Let "no regrets" be your mantra, even if it irks you. Use this time to reflect on past decisions and learn from them without dwelling on what could have been.

The sun shines in Leo, inviting you to sparkle and shine. Make it a month to jazz up your life, whether shopping for wardrobe essentials or redecorating a room in your house. Your eye for color and curated aesthetic will be especially sharp during the first three days of the month when Venus shines in Leo.

It's also time to market yourself and reach out to new audiences. You're establishing yourself as a guide for others—a leader in your field. Be brave in conversations, especially on August 18 when the Leo sun invites you to be bold in expressing yourself. Spend time with like-minded people and plant the seeds for the community or collective you dream of building. 

It's been a year of exponential growth, and you've discovered all the facets of your beauty. You have overcome fears, and now you are ready to take on new commitments even if you have butterflies in your stomach just thinking about the possibilities on the other side of the horizon. Trust and allow. 

Scorpio (October 23-November 21) 

In a recent podcast interview, one of my guests, Michelle Arpin Begina, described a concept in financial literacy called "present bias" from her recent book, Be Good with Money. Present bias is the tendency to favor immediate rewards over future benefits. Are you competing with your future self? As an intuitive Scorpio, you can often perceive events before they happen. Being born in a fixed sign, you seek to prepare well ahead of time before any major changes occur.

As Mercury stations retrograde on August 4, it ushers you into a three-week journey of balancing past, present, and future desires with present-day realities. This period can feel intense. Consider this a month to practice mindfulness—real mindfulness, not just the Instagram version. Dedicate yourself to this practice to navigate the shifting timelines and desires.

You are experiencing the rapid change many of us did at the end of July as Mars met with change-master Uranus in your opposite sign. Everything feels in flux, and you might have felt like the universe was handing you a wild card. Move through this time with a held sense of surrender, especially at the time of the Aquarius full moon on August 19.

The sun shines in Leo, casting a spotlight on your career. This is an ideal time to pursue new opportunities or engage with a new career trajectory. The Leo new moon on August 4 serves as a reminder that burnout is an indicator that something needs to change. Give yourself the rest you need and act accordingly.

The sun enters Virgo on August 22 and lights up the social sectors of your chart, making this a favorable time to become more involved with your community or to find ways to share your gifts with the world. 

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

From now to August 22, the sun shines in Leo, the sign that rules the heart. Don't you feel most free when you're following your heart? The surest way to know you're aligned to its rhythm is your feeling of enthusiasm, which etymologically speaking means "inspiration with God." Could it be that following your heart is your way of answering a divine call? As one born under the sign of the philosopher, I'll let you decide.

Can you feel the mix of hope and progressive change? This month, the Leo sun shines on you in a way that awakens your faith in the goodness of others and motivates you to answer a sacred call. How can you make the most of this energy? The Mars-Jupiter conjunction on August 14 amplifies your optimism and adventurous spirit. It's an excellent time to take bold steps toward your goals and explore new horizons. Things start to change after August 22, when the sun moves into Virgo.

The new moon on August 4 invites you to set intentions around your creative endeavors and heartfelt desires. Embrace this fresh start to reignite your passions and pursue new opportunities that align with your true self. Mercury stations retrograde that day, leading you into reflections about past journeys and experiences. Use this time to gain insights and learn from your past, but avoid getting stuck in regrets. 

The Aquarius full moon on August 19 highlights your social connections and intellectual pursuits. It may bring new insights and opportunities for collaboration. Embrace the community spirit and share your wisdom with others. Then, as the sun moves into Virgo on August 22, it's a time to focus on practical matters and everyday routines. Organize your life to support your long-term goals and well-being.

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

The sun moves through luxuriant Leo until August 22. Domesticated cats, relatives of lions—Leo’s royal feline symbol—embody this energy. Cat people know you can't chase a cat. Curious cats have an independent streak and live life on their terms. This month, when it comes to pursuing anything—a relationship, the purchase of a house or car, or a work lead—rather than expending energy in pursuit, allow things to flow to you. Apply a little effort, then relax and trust the process.

The sun in Leo shines a spotlight on your financial sector. This is a powerful time to focus on your resources, investments, and financial planning. Consider ways to maximize your earnings and secure your future. The Leo sun also invites you to enjoy the fruits of your labor. Treat yourself to something special, whether it's a luxury purchase or a memorable experience.

The new moon in Leo on August 4 offers a fresh start in your financial and professional life. Set new intentions around your career goals and financial aspirations. This is an ideal time to launch new projects or seek new opportunities that align with your ambitions.

Mercury's retrograde journey (from August 4-28) could bring some communication challenges and delays. Use this time to review your plans and make necessary adjustments. Be patient with any setbacks, as they are likely temporary. It's also a good period for introspection and revisiting past projects or ideas that may need a second look.

The sun enters Virgo on August 22. Expand your horizons by starting a new book, signing up for a workshop, or returning to school. It is an excellent time to refine your daily routines, adopt healthy habits, and pursue activities that enhance your well-being. 
 
Aquarius (January 20-February 18)

Have you ever reached a point of non-attachment about future outcomes? Nothing to lose doesn’t mean you don’t care. Instead, it signifies understanding that you are fundamentally okay within yourself and part of an unfolding spiritual story. True freedom arises from non-attachment, accepting the reality of the present moment without knowing the outcomes of your circumstances. As the sun shines in your opposite sign (until August 22), consider what freedom means to you. 

Relationships may undergo through tests and trials, especially around the Aquarius full moon on August 19. Mercury stations retrograde on August 4, making communication mishaps an everyday occurrence. Stay present and committed during any storms, and you'll see glimpses of rainbows as the light of understanding peeks through even the most challenging circumstances. 

Be mindful of your energy early in the month as the sun moves through your opposite sign, Leo, especially from August 1-4. You might need more rest and time to recharge. The Leo new moon on August 4 highlights a need for regenerative time and space. Let rest be your spiritual practice at the beginning of the month. 

On August 15, Mars squares Saturn, suggesting a frustrating run-in with a roadblock. This aspect may feel as if you’re pushing against obstacles or limitations, particularly in your career or personal goals. It's a time to practice patience and perseverance. While progress might be slow, use this period to refine your strategies and strengthen your resolve. On August 18, things shift, ushering in resolutions.

As the sun moves into Virgo on August 22, responsibilities feel focused but not burdensome. For some of you, it is back-to-school time. You’re settling into a routine, meeting new people, and reconnecting with friends returning from adventures.
 
Pisces (February 19-March 20)

You’re born under a water sign. As a Pisces, you're driven by the invisible waves of energy and vibes around you. You pick up on the feelings of others and the astrological shifts that color our experiences. Even when you put on a tough exterior, you're feeling it all. When emotional waves hit, remember to stay true to your commitments and build a routine to tackle everything step-by-step. The Leo sun (until August 22) activates intense storylines, but you don’t have to be the protagonist. You can be a background character minding your own business. What freedom! 

The Leo new moon on August 4 is a mind-opener, helping you see aspects of your health or life story in a new light. It's a healing cycle completing a process that started six months ago. You'll notice things coming full circle.

The sun is shining on your creative projects and self-expression. Mars moving through communicative Gemini gives you the inspiration you need. Mercury is retrograde from August 4-28, making it a time to reconnect with people from your past. Allow yourself to take it all in stride. Venus moves through Virgo from August 4-29, adding intrigue to your relationship questions. As Juno enters Libra on August 9, those questions relate to commitments. 

When the sun enters Virgo on August 22, it’s time to get excited about partnering with others in business or romance. You might feel the pressure with some of your current relationships. It offers a chance to ask clarifying questions. As Mercury concludes its retrograde journey, the end of the month is a good time for letting go and decluttering both your physical and mental spaces.