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♍ Virgo: Daily Horoscope for August 18th 2025
Dear Virgo, today the stars invite you to embrace the power of collaboration. The Sun-Moon sextile and Mercury-Mars harmony open doors for meaningful exchanges—don't hesitate to ask for help or share your insights. Love Horoscope In love, Virgo, the cosmic energies encourage you to soften your critical gaze and open your heart. If you're in a relationship, today's aspects favor heartfelt conversations—share your dreams and listen with empathy. Single? A chance encounter could spark curiosity if you let go of perfection and embrace spontaneity. Remember, love isn't a checklist; it's a dance of souls. Try leaving a sweet note for your partner or smiling at a stranger. The more you let your warmth shine, the more love will flow your way. Career Horoscope At work, your analytical skills are in the spotlight! The Mercury-Mars sextile boosts your eloquence and teamwork abilities, making this a perfect day for group projects or problem-solving sessions. Don't shy away from delegating tasks or suggesting improvements—your ideas are valuable. If a colleague seems stuck, offer a helping hand; your practical advice could be the key they need. Remember, even the most organized plans benefit from a touch of creativity. Approach challenges with humor and flexibility, and you'll inspire your whole team. Finance Horoscope Financially, Virgo, today's energies favor careful planning and practical decisions. Review your budget or organize your expenses—your attention to detail will help you spot savings or new opportunities. If you're considering a purchase, take your time to compare options and avoid impulsive spending. This is also a good day to discuss financial goals with a partner or seek advice from a trusted friend. Remember, prosperity grows from small, consistent actions. Celebrate your progress, however modest, and trust that abundance is on its way. Health Horoscope Your well-being today hinges on balancing structure with relaxation. The Moon's shift into Cancer may stir up emotions, so give yourself permission to unwind. Try a soothing ritual: a cup of herbal tea, a walk in nature, or a few minutes of mindful breathing. If you feel anxiety creeping in, gently remind yourself that you're doing your best—perfection isn't required. Laughter is your secret weapon; watch a funny video or share a joke with a friend. Nourish your body and spirit, and you'll feel refreshed and centered.
Refinery29
16 hours ago
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Your Horoscope This Week: August 17 To 23
We're entering the final days of Leo Season, and the stars are dimming the lights on the cosmic party. The first half of this week still carries the bold, passionate pulse of Leo's fire, encouraging us to play, shine, and express ourselves unapologetically. But by Thursday, August 22nd at 4:34 p.m. EST, the sun shifts into Virgo, reminding us that after the dance comes the cool-down, after the roar comes the reflection. Virgo Season is the zodiac's version of 'wrap it up, y'all.' Summer's not quite over — but it's time to start preparing for what's next. The Virgo New Moon arrives in the early hours of Friday, August 23rd at 2:06 a.m. EST, anchoring this transition with the energy of a reset. It's giving back-to-school, clean-slate, let's-get-our-life-together energy. If Leo was about expressive fire, Virgo is about disciplined earth — structure, systems, and sustainable healing. Some signs (especially Fire and Air signs) may resist the shift at first. But Earth and Water signs may find themselves breathing a little easier, as Virgo's grounded nature brings some much- needed rhythm after a highly stimulating Leo Season (especially with Mercury having recently shifted direct). On a collective level, Virgo Season is here to ask us: 'What's the small action you can consistently take that contributes to collective healing?' Last week's awakening Aquarius Full Moon likely exposed broken systems and illuminated long-standing imbalances. Now Virgo whispers: what's one thing you can personally commit to — one conversation, one divestment, one habit — that could ripple outward into real change? Virgo rules the power of the everyday, the activism rooted in ritual, the progress built not through sweeping revolution, but through unwavering commitment. Remember cosmic beings: we all have the power of choice, and sometimes the most important choice you can make has to do with what you choose to say no to. In the second half of the week, particularly as we approach the Virgo New Moon, we enter the dark of the moon period, a time when doubt, self-judgment, or imposter syndrome may rise. Virgo energy, when unbalanced, can turn critical — not just of others, but especially toward the self. If this happens, pause and ask: Whose voice is this? Where did I first learn to be this hard on myself? The New Moon on the 23rd is your portal to reprogram. Set intentions not for a perfect life, but for a simpler, more intentional, more nurturing one. Choose a few focused shifts you're ready to commit to — daily practices that align with who you're becoming. Like a 5-class streak that becomes 10, then 100, remember that progress multiplies when you simply begin. This week, begin crafting a life your inner child will be proud of. Aries Sun & Rising: Your fire's been flickering, Aries… but this week it steadies. The final days of Leo Season still activate your joy zone, helping you reconnect with play, pleasure, and your inner child. Mercury is no longer retrograde in that area, so misunderstandings around romance or creativity are finally clearing up. Maybe the retrograde helped you realize you were taking things too personally, or maybe it showed you where you weren't asking for enough. Either way, you're stepping into this week with more awareness and less ego. By Thursday, the sun moves into Virgo, and on Friday the Virgo New Moon sparks a refresh in your routines and rituals. This is your cosmic chance to get organized — not in a perfectionist way, but in a grounded, body-honoring way. How can you support your nervous system more consistently? It's time to romanticize the small stuff: fresh sheets, clean inboxes, meal prepping with music on. Start small. The seeds you plant now in your day-to-day life will blossom into bigger transformations over the next six months. You're finding your footing again, Taurus… one slow breath at a time. Leo Season has been stirring things up at home, and with Mercury now direct in that part of your chart, you're starting to make sense of it all. Maybe a family dynamic came to light or a truth you'd been avoiding finally surfaced. This week is about anchoring, so sit with what's been revealed and burn what needs to be released. Spend time making your space feel like a sanctuary again — even if it starts with re-organizing one shelf. When Virgo Season begins on Thursday, followed by the Virgo New Moon, your vibe softens into play, romance, and self-expression. You're being reminded that joy is a birthright, not a luxury. This is a potent time to return to a hobby you've neglected or to share your heart more vulnerably, especially if you've been holding back out of fear of rejection. Virgo energy wants quality, not quantity. So give your love, your art, and your attention to what feels real. This is your soft reawakening. Gemini Sun & Rising: You're back in your flow, Gemini… and it shows. Mercury Retrograde shook up your communication sector, so if the past few weeks felt like a glitchy group chat or a game of emotional telephone, you weren't imagining things. But now Mercury's direct, and so is your voice. The first half of the week is great for revisiting conversations that went left — or reconnecting with people you ghosted when your battery hit 2%. Take your time, but don't overthink it. You're allowed to change your mind and circle back. Once Virgo Season begins, the Virgo New Moon brings your focus to your foundations: home, family, and emotional security. This is your green light to refresh your living space or set boundaries that protect your peace. You've been operating on high- frequency vibes for a while, and now it's time to ground. Ask yourself: what do I need to feel rooted, safe, and nourished? You don't have to solve everything this week. Just plant the intention. Virgo's gift is in the details, and you're being invited to notice what matters. Cancer Sun & Rising: The fog is lifting, Cancer, especially around money and self-worth. The first half of the week still carries that Leo Season heat in your values zone, and now that Mercury's direct, you may be having some important money talks or internal realizations about your finances. What are you ready to invest in more? What are you done tolerating? You've been learning to separate your worth from your productivity. And now you're being called to trust that value is innate, even before the check clears. Once the sun and moon enter Virgo, your mental wheels start spinning. The Virgo New Moon on Friday activates your communication zone, making this a perfect week for scripting, journaling, or writing down your six-month goals. What do you really want to say — to yourself, to someone else, to the world? Virgo energy helps you get precise and intentional. This is also a great time to set new boundaries around your screen time and attention span. Protect your focus. Your mind is a sacred garden, so treat it accordingly. The sun's still in your sign until Thursday, Leo, so you better keep shining. You may feel like you're playing catch-up this week, especially if Mercury Retrograde had you doubting your worth or delaying your birthday plans. But it's not too late to indulge, treat yourself, and celebrate your solar return. Book the spa day. Throw the last-minute dinner. Say yes to pleasure and soft joy. Even if it's been a quieter (or more dramatic) season than usual, you're being reminded that you deserve softness and self- prioritization. Focus on how you want to feel internally… not just on how things look externally. Once Virgo Season begins on Thursday, followed by the New Moon in Virgo on Friday, your focus shifts from pleasure to sustainability. Your sector of income and self-worth is getting a fresh start, and so is your relationship with money. Instead of overworking or overspending, you're invited to ground yourself in simplicity: what do you truly need to feel safe, secure, and free? Mercury, the new moon's ruler, is now direct in your sign, so confidence is back online. Set small, tangible goals and let them compound over time. You're not chasing wealth; you're becoming the version of you who attracts, multiplies, and sustains it. Virgo Sun & Rising: You're almost there, Virgo… but first, it's time to cocoon. The first half of the week finds you in that liminal space: the retrograde shadow is still lingering, the moon is waning, and your birthday season is so close you can taste it. But instead of rushing the glow-up, you're being asked to slow down, rest, and reflect. You've been through a lot spiritually this year, and your energy is sacred. Spend the beginning of the week journaling, deleting, unplugging — whatever helps you cleanse your internal slate. Your rebirth begins soon. And when it does? It begins with a bang. The sun enters your sign on Thursday, and within 24 hours, the Virgo New Moon rises in your sign. This is one of the most powerful moments of your entire year. You're not just setting new intentions, you're planting seeds for an entirely new version of yourself. But because Mercury, your ruler, is still in your closure sector, you'll feel more selective about who you share your dreams with. Keep your circle tight. Envision yourself six months from now — thriving, rested, and aligned. Then start showing up for that version of you now. Libra Sun & Rising: You're over the drama, Libra, and you're not afraid to admit it. The first half of the week has you reflecting on your friendships, especially any connections that left you drained during Leo Season. With Mercury now direct in your friendship sector, you're seeing things clearly, especially your own patterns of overextending or sugarcoating your boundaries. What do you really want from your community? More joy? More depth? More space? Whatever it is, this is your moment to stop settling for vibes and start curating your circle. Once Virgo Season begins on Thursday, the mood shifts inward. The next day, the Virgo New Moon activates your healing, closure, and solitude sector, making you more introspective than usual — and that's a good thing. Venus, your ruler, is still in sensitive Cancer, reminding you that not everyone deserves full access to your heart. Spend time solo this weekend. Write. Cry. Dream. This is your prep season: your spiritual reset before your own birthday arrives in a few weeks. Plant seeds for peace, forgiveness, and softness. Let this period of quiet fuel your power. Let's be real, Scorpio… you're ready to log off. The first half of the week finds you deep in your thoughts about success, career, and your relationship with work. Mercury retrograde had you questioning everything in that department, and even though it's now direct, you're still feeling the ripple effects. Are you climbing the right ladder? Are you even on the right mountain? The pressure to constantly 'level up' is exhausting — and you're realizing that doing less may actually be your next power move. You don't need a five-year plan right now. You just need to remember why you started. Once Virgo Season begins on the 22nd, things start to shift, slowly but intentionally. The next day, the Virgo New Moon lights up your community and networking sector, making this a potent time to ask for help. This isn't about pride… it's about practicality and purpose. Mercury is now direct in your career zone, and you can finally see who's able and willing to support your growth. Whether you're launching something or simply trying to lighten your load, this is your sign to put it out there. The right collaborators are waiting, so don't suffer in silence — say what you need, and let yourself receive. Sag, the first half of the week is about remembering your 'why.' Leo Season has been activating your sector of purpose, expansion, and adventure, but it might've also overwhelmed you with options. With Mercury now direct in this part of your chart, you're finally gaining clarity about where you want to focus your energy moving forward. Whether it's a trip, a creative project, or a spiritual shift — pick the thing that excites your cells. The retrograde taught you what isn't working. Now you're free to say yes to what is. The energy shifts on Thursday as Virgo Season begins, followed by the Virgo New Moon in your career sector. It's time to get your strategy in order. Where do you want to be by the end of 2025, and what's one small step you can take this week to get there? This isn't about pushing or performing. It's about building something sustainable and soul-aligned. You have the fire, but now you need the framework. Let this Virgo lunation remind you: dreams don't work unless you do. But when you do? They fly. Capricorn Sun & Rising: You're unlearning survival mode, Capricorn… and it's a process. The first half of the week invites you to reflect on your emotional patterns, especially when it comes to intimacy, vulnerability, and trust. Leo Season has been poking at your shadow side, and now, as Mercury is direct, you can finally process what it's been trying to teach you. What relationships make you feel safe to exhale? Where are you still clinging to control out of fear? Let yourself unravel. You don't always have to be the strong one. Once Virgo Season starts, followed by the Virgo New Moon in your sector of expansion, you're ready to shift gears. This is your fresh start in how you seek truth — through study, travel, mentorship, or spiritual practice. You're craving freedom. But not the chaotic kind, the kind that comes from being deeply rooted in your values. Set intentions this week around what you want to explore next and what fears you're ready to leave behind. A new chapter of purpose is beginning. Let curiosity be your compass. You're not asking for too much… you're asking for alignment, Aquarius. Leo Season has been spotlighting your partnerships, and the first half of the week has you reviewing what balance really looks like in your life. With Mercury now direct in your relationship zone, the fog is lifting. Some people showed their true colors during the retrograde, and some surprised you in beautiful ways. Whatever the case, you now know what you need moving forward. And you're not afraid to name it. As the sun and moon enter Virgo later this week, your attention turns inward. The Virgo New Moon activates your sector of intimacy, secrets, and transformation — meaning this is a full-body reboot. Where have you been hiding parts of yourself to keep the peace? Where have you been shrinking? This lunation invites you to strip away the performance and get real. Whether it's with your lover, your therapist, or your mirror, the truth wants to be seen. And once it is, you'll feel more whole than ever. Pisces Sun & Rising: You're not lazy, Pisces… you're just healing. The first half of the week may feel like a gentle crash from the energy of Leo Season. With Mercury now direct in your wellness zone, you're getting clarity on what routines actually support you and which ones are draining you. This isn't the time to force a 6 a.m. workout if you've been running on empty. It's about softness, balance, and daily practices that feel like care, not punishment. Let rest be your ritual. The Virgo New Moon on Friday brings a relationship reset. With both the sun and moon in your partnership sector, you're being invited to get intentional about how you show up in love, and how you allow yourself to be loved in return. Virgo energy wants you to get real: are your standards supporting your growth, or are they hiding your fear of intimacy? This is a powerful time to write a love letter, even if it's to yourself. Start the new cycle with honesty. Your heart deserves nothing less.
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2 days ago
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♍ Virgo: Daily Horoscope for August 16th 2025
Dear Virgo, today the Universe invites you to embrace the winds of change with the Moon entering Gemini and activating your career sector. This is a day to let your mind dance with new ideas and to organize your ambitions with your signature precision. Love Horoscope In matters of the heart, Virgo, today's celestial energies encourage open and playful communication. If you're in a relationship, share your dreams and even your little worries with your partner—vulnerability can be a source of closeness. Single? Don't be afraid to show your quirky side; a witty conversation could spark a delightful connection. Remember, love isn't about perfection, but about sharing authentic moments. A spontaneous message or a small, thoughtful gesture can make all the difference. Let your natural curiosity guide you toward deeper emotional connections. Career Horoscope Professionally, the Moon's transit into Gemini brings a surge of mental agility and creativity. This is the perfect time to brainstorm, plan, and organize your tasks. Your meticulous nature will help you spot details others might miss, making you an invaluable asset to your team. Don't hesitate to propose innovative solutions or take the lead in a meeting—your ideas are golden today! If you feel overwhelmed, break your workload into manageable steps. Remember, even the tallest skyscrapers are built one brick at a time. Your reliability and logic will be noticed and appreciated. Finance Horoscope Financially, today is ideal for reviewing your budget and planning future expenses. The Moon's harmonious aspects support clear thinking and practical decisions. Take a moment to organize your accounts, set realistic savings goals, or research a new investment. Avoid perfectionism—progress is more important than flawless execution. If a friend asks for advice or a joint purchase comes up, trust your analytical skills to weigh the pros and cons. Remember, abundance flows more easily when you approach money with gratitude and a sense of possibility. Every small step counts toward your financial well-being. Health Horoscope Virgo, your well-being benefits from a balance between mental stimulation and relaxation today. With so much cosmic activity in air signs, your mind may be buzzing—channel this energy into a creative hobby, a puzzle, or a new book. Don't forget to ground yourself: a walk in nature, mindful breathing, or a bit of gardening can work wonders. Remember, self-care isn't selfish—it's essential. Treat yourself with the same kindness you offer others, perhaps by preparing your favorite healthy meal or indulging in a soothing bath. Your body and spirit will thank you.
Yahoo
07-08-2025
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August Brings Romantic and Emotional Twists and Turns—These Signs Will Feel the Shifts Most
The Gist On August 6, Mars moves into Libra, amplifying the desire to strive toward your goals. Mercury's retrograde in Leo ends on August 11, paving the way for smoother communication. Fixed and cardinal signs should be prepared for an extra eventful astrology of August 2025 is setting the stage for a surge of romantic magic, transformation, and brilliant, wild shifts that will benefit anyone who dares to dream big. Major changes kick off on August 6 when Mars, the planet of action and energy, moves into cardinal air sign Libra, amplifying the desire to tap into diplomacy to move the ball forward on your goals and fuel work within one-on-one partnerships. August's full moon falls on August 9 in quirky fixed air sign Aquarius, highlighting the push-pull between being part of a team versus celebrating what makes you shine on your own. And a couple days later, on August 11, you can breathe a sigh of relief that Mercury's retrograde in Leo will end, paving the way for less frustrating interactions, smoother communication, and less frustration when you're trying to check to-dos off your list. Then, one of the luckiest days for romance and creativity happens on August 12 when Venus, the planet of relationships and pleasure, pairs up with fortunate Jupiter in sentimental, sweet cardinal water sign Cancer. On August 22, Virgo season kicks off when the sun moves into the service-oriented earth sign, ushering in a month wired for finding beauty in the everyday details of life. And a new moon in the sign of Maiden on August 23 is the perfect time to set a thoughtful, pragmatic intention that's tied to feeling more grounded. A couple days later, on August 25, relationships, sense of style, and approach to earning could begin to feel more theatrical, thanks to Venus moving into Leo. This steamy late summer month wraps up on August 28 with a rare planetary sync-up that'll drive spiritual-minded, intuitive epiphanies and innovation: game-changer Uranus in Gemini forms a harmonizing angle to dreamy Neptune in Aries. As for the zodiac signs who'll feel August's celestial shifts the most? The fixed signs—that's Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius—and the cardinal crew—Aries, Cancer, Libra, and Capricorn—should be prepared for an especially eventful month. Meanwhile, the mutable signs—Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces—should also buckle up ahead of September, which will be full of twists and turns. Read on for your key challenge in August according to your zodiac sign. (Be sure to read both your sun and your rising sign, which you can pinpoint in your birth chart or by using this CafeAstrology calculator.) Aries August presents you with the task of prioritizing your one-on-one relationships and handling conflict within those bonds in a way that's very different from what you're accustomed to. This vibe kicks off on August 6 when Mars, your ruling planet, moves into your seventh house of partnership, requiring a more go-getter, active approach to working through ongoing conflicts with a significant other, loved one, or close friend. You'll get a boost from Mercury's retrograde ending in your fifth house of romance and self-expression on August 11, making it far less likely that sharing what's in your heart will lead to crossed wires and confusion. And when sweet Venus, the planet of relationships, enters this same sector on August 25, pleasure, joyfulness, playfulness, and flirtation will be off-the-charts, so you have every excuse to hit pause on putting your nose to the grindstone in order to revel in spontaneous, fun-loving moments with the people you adore the most. Taurus August turns your focus to your family life and creative self-expression. With so much action in your fourth house of home life until the sun moves on August 22, you'll be feeling more confident about any major moves tied to your physical home and nurturing your inner emotional world. This feeling will only get stronger once Mercury ends its retrograde there on August 11, making for smoother communication with your nearest and dearest. And if you've been wanting to tap into your artistic impulses to jumpstart a fulfilling imaginative project, get clear on your vision and make a bold move in whatever direction feels best around August 23's new moon in your fifth house of self-expression. Your biggest obstacle will be forgoing tried-and-true approaches to working through your emotions. A more flexible strategy and willingness to experiment can have you feeling even more centered now. Gemini You could experience some whiplash when a super-social vibe morphs into a far more low-key, emotional tone. You've likely been reconnecting with friends from the past while similarly encountering a variety of roadblocks and delays affecting game plans with your circle during your ruler Mercury's retrograde third house of communication, but you can look forward to less chaos there after August 11. Then, don't hesitate to give into any impulse or urge to be a bit more withdrawn once the sun is in your fourth house of home life from August 22 to September 22. This season was made for going inward, prioritizing self-reflection, and tending to your bonds with loved ones. If you've been wanting to heal a particular relationship or dive into meaningful self-work, you can set a clear, ambitious goal around the August 23 new moon in this zone. Tapping into the power of your intuition—your heart and your spirit—and trusting that over your head is your challenge this month, which could prove more grounding than you initially realize. Cancer August nudges you to step up your moneymaking game while learning alongside others and celebrating your friendships. But first, when go-getter Mars moves into your fourth house of home life on August 6, you could be butting heads more with loved ones, but it's for the greater purpose of working through any ongoing conflicts. Facing uncomfortable, challenging emotions will also be unavoidable when your ruler, the intuitive moon, is full in your eighth house of intimacy on August 9, requiring you to take a cold, hard look at problematic dynamics or anything else that's making you feel uncomfortable or insecure within a close relationship. You can look forward to recent introspection bolstering your self-worth and, in turn, potentially your bottom line once Mercury ends its retrograde and moves forward in your second house of income from August 11 to September 2. Then, hit the road, sign up for a class, or carve out more time to nurture platonic bonds during the sun's time in your third house of communication from August 22 to September 22. Your greatest challenge is to embrace a more lighthearted point of view and see where the moment leads you versus gripping the steering wheel so tightly—or, really, at all. Leo This month, encompassing half of your season, turns your attention to your sense of self, identity, self-worth and your bottom line, all of which could be even more apparently linked now. For starters, messenger Mercury ends its retrograde in your sign on August 11, moving ahead there until September 2, and paving the way for you to be more assertive and go to bat for your fieriest ambitions. Whether you've been wanting to throw your hat in the ring for a promotion, kick off a thrilling side hustle, or pitch a big picture proposal to higher-ups, you can more readily step into the spotlight and act on your vision. It'll help that your ruler, the confident sun, will be in your second house of income from August 22 to September 22, and a new moon there on August 23 is a chance to come up with an action plan for moving the ball forward on an income-boosting strategy. Trusting that you have everything you need to get it done and enjoy applause-worthy results is your key obstacle this month. Genuinely believing in yourself is the first step to manifesting a new reality. Virgo Chances are you're already feeling like life-altering changes are on the horizon, and that instinct could be heightened by the fact that, as August begins, your ruling planet, messenger Mercury, will be retrograde in your twelfth house of spirituality. Going inward, slowing down, and reassessing how to best care for your psychological well-being has been your focus, and once Mercury moves forward from August 11 to September 2, you can begin to act on whatever you've learned over the course of the retrograde, which began on July 18. Then, the sun's trip through your sign and first house of self from August 22 to September 22 motivates you to step out on stage and make your loftiest goals known. Set a powerful intention close to your heart around August 23 during the new moon in your sign (which happens to be the first of two this year). Your key challenge now is to listen to your inner voice and not let others deter you from making moves rooted in what you know to be true. Libra This month fires you up to fight for your heart's most burning desires while encouraging you to create space in your busy schedule for rest and rejuvenation. It's a delicate balancing act, but if there's any sign who can perfect that, it's you. You'll be more assertive, have more energy to funnel into activities that light you up, and be more hell-bent on building momentum on your wildest dreams from August 6 to September 22 while action-oriented Mars is in your sign. That transit alone sets a tone for pursuing your passions, and then, around August 9, when the full moon activates your fifth house of romance, you'll be empowered to express your emotions more openly. You could be ready to tell a new partner how you feel or to heal an ongoing issue with your long-time love. Then, while the confident sun is in your twelfth house of spirituality from August 22 to September 22, getting into a regular groove with that go-to restorative yoga class or deep breathing practice can lead to being more self-assured and grounded, especially if you make a move around the August 23 new moon there. You're challenged to recognize your mental, physical, and emotional needs—and be relentless to ensure they're fulfilled. Scorpio August is all about making your mark in the public eye and alongside a group of likeminded friends or coworkers. But don't be surprised if you find yourself running a little bit lower on energy than usual while your co-ruler, go-getter Mars, is in your twelfth house of spirituality from August 6 to September 22. The good news: This period is a fantastic one for stepping up your mind-body practices and self-care game plan. And when Mercury ends its retrograde in your tenth house of career on August 11, moving forward there until September 2, you can make a play for more recognition on the job. If you feel like your skills and contributions have been taken for granted, you can make a bold, impressive case for taking on more authority going forward. Then, you'll want to feel more connected and to work with friends or colleagues to make progress on a shared aspiration from August 22 to September 22, thanks to the sun's time in your eleventh house of networking. Striking a balance between your own ambitions and being a team player is your key challenge—and the key to success. Sagittarius August amplifies your restlessness and desire to step into a leadership position or to take on more responsibility on the job. To start, go-getter Mars will move through your eleventh house of networking from August 6 to September 22, so you'll have more energy to pour into team efforts and to devote to your friendships, and by working with others, you're bound to achieve more than you would if you were flying solo. You can also finally gain some steam when it comes to any horizon-broadening experiences that have either been delayed, slowed down, or put entirely on the backburner once Mercury ends its retrograde and moves forward in your ninth house of adventure from August 11 to September 2. You'll feel like when it comes to soaking up knowledge, working with a mentor, or traveling, the sky's the limit. That can't help but boost your mood and confidence, which comes in handy once the sun is in your tenth house of career from August 22 to September 22, motivating you to pitch an ambitious vision to higher-ups or vie for more recognition for your hard work. Getting clear on your ultimate professional goal is your key challenge this month. The more specific you can be, the more gratifying the result. Capricorn This month requires you to wear your heart on your sleeve and to get comfortable with being more restless than you tend to be—both of which could prove daunting but rewarding. Around August 9, when the full moon activates your second house of income, you'll be reflecting on what you need to let go of in order to make strides on financial goals. You could be telling yourself an outdated narrative about what you bring to the table and what you're capable of achieving. Looking ahead will become even more important once Mercury ends its retrograde in your eighth house of intimacy on August 11, moving forward there until September 2. This window is ideal for kicking off new ventures alongside a significant other or loved one and being more explicit about your emotional and physical needs. And once the sun is in your ninth house of adventure from August 22 to September 22, you can more readily tap into your gut instincts and let them lead the way to taking a leap of faith. Your main challenge this month? Get comfortable with navigating uncharted emotional terrain to set the stage for personal growth. Aquarius August illuminates your closest partnerships, making it blatantly clear which bonds are adding to your life and which could be draining you. You'll be feeling more sensitive than usual around August 9, because the full moon falls in your sign and first house of self, requiring that you reflect on your emotional needs. It's possible you've been putting them on the backburner, and that's just not sustainable anymore. Talking about this with a significant other, loved one, or dear friend will be easier once Mercury ends its retrograde and moves forward in your seventh house of partnership from August 11 to September 2. If you need someone to support you in a new or different way, you can articulate that while also holding space for whatever is in their heart. Then, you'll have more confidence to channel into shared financial goals and feeling more fulfilled in your sex life, as the sun moves through your eighth house of intimacy from August 22 to September 22. Take a step back from your usual grind to check in with your heart when the new moon falls there on August 23, and you'll pinpoint the best way forward. Your key challenge this month will be swimming in the deep end of emotions, which may not feel innate or comfortable but can positively transform your relationships. Pisces This month ushers in a close focus on your wellness routine and one-on-one bonds. For starters, dynamic Mars will be in your eighth house of intimacy from August 6 to September 22, so you'll be fired up to not just share but act on fantasies with someone special. This transit can also support your ability to launch ambitious financial plans with a loved one. Just expect delays until Mercury goes direct in your sixth house of daily routine on August 11. Until September 2, you'll find you can more readily get ahead on everyday to-dos and even research or begin a new health or fitness regimen that elevates your vitality. You'll find you're even more apt to commit and stick to it if you pair up with a friend, loved one, or even colleague from August 22 to September 22 while the sun is in your seventh house of partnership. And around August 23, when the new moon falls there, set an intention tied to taking one of these one-on-one connections to the next level. Your key challenge will be to trust that you can manifest even your most out-there dreams—particularly the ones you share with someone else within a romantic, platonic, or professional relationship. Read the original article on InStyle Solve the daily Crossword
