AUGUST 2023 ASTROLOGY HOROSCOPE FOR YOUR ZODIAC SIGN
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August is upon us, and with it, a profoundly slow vibe. Of all the months in 2023, this will be the one that moves at a glacial pace. On one hand, this will free up time to live in the moment, relax, and have fun, but will also consume us with nostalgia. Prepare to face people, projects, and situations from the past. First and foremost, this is occurring due to the power of Venus retrograde, which takes place once every eighteen months. Venus retrograde is a period where we cross paths with exes, old friends, and potentially even past-life soulmate connections. This could be to rekindle your connection or just to heal and find closure. If you haven’t already, be sure to dive into my in-depth article about Venus retrograde here, as well as others about twin flames and soulmates, too. This may help you navigate the cosmic storm. Beyond this, Mercury retrograde starts creeping in from the onset of the month and officially spirals out of orbit in the final third of August. This energy lingers on through September, so prepare for your routines and priorities to require some redirection. Last to note is that this month also packs a punch with two supermoons—one at the beginning and one at the end. This will add extra weight to these times, with the first full moon being mostly delightful but the second one carrying a more emotional and somber vibe. Regardless, know that if you focus on living your truth and embracing your heart’s desires, the universe will guide you to the moments meant for you.
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Mighty Jupiter, our Great Benefic, dances into the flower fields of Taurus from May 16, 2023 until May 25, 2024. Because Jupiter brings growth, expansion, luck, and miracles, he will sparkle over all that Taurus rules: wealth, resources, real estate, possessions, pleasure, sensuality, hedonism, and art. All zodiac signs will finally feel as if we are heading toward better years once again, as living in the moment and going our own pace will feel more enjoyable now. We may feel more practical, realistic, and pragmatic about building our lives, ambitions, and relationships. Being forthright, caring, and reliable will also be more pronounced within people’s natures. This is a time when we want to stop and smell the roses, indulge in great food, intimacy, or romance, and appreciate the good life. Artistic talents will be amplified, as we seek beauty in all ways. We will hunger for indulgence and luxury. All markets that Taurus rules will flourish: banking, finance, real estate, cuisine and fine dining, tactical art, beauty industries, design industries, luxury industries, and fashion. On one hand, this will help us to truly feel more aligned and connected to the beauty of life, but for those that get too lost in hedonism, they may find that they indulge too much and sink into a slothful, lazy routine more focused on passion and desire than getting things done. The best thing about Jupiter in Taurus energy is that it can also provide us the quiet optimism we need to preserve patiently to build toward our greatest hopes and dreams personally or professionally.
Prepare for a major turning point to begin on March 7, 2023. Saturn, the mighty planet of karma and life lessons, will soar into the reefs of Pisces until May 24, 2025 and again from September 1, 2025 to February 13, 2026. Important learning curves and karmic transitions will take place in regards to all areas that Pisces rules: spirituality, creativity, psychology, mental health, prescriptions, prisons, the unconscious, and healing. Important information about fear, anxiety, and addictions will emerge in the period to come. Karma will come before us and we will find it is time to heal it and let it go. This will be a tremendous period for releasing anything that is holding us back from ascending to our highest good. False prophets, gurus, and secret societies will fall, as well as a streamlining of mainstream spirituality and religion. There will likely be a major overhaul in regards to the medical, psychological, and prison systems. Secrets hidden and disguised in the past thirty years could be aired out in our lives and on a global scale, too. There will be a great focus on how we rest, “escape reality,” and live in illusions or delusions. The key will be to face the truth rather than running away. Those who do so may suffer great losses and further build toxic karma that will need to be resolved in the future or in lives to come.
Pluto, planet of death, rebirth, powerful people, large masses of people, returns to Capricorn, where it has been residing since 2008 and will continue to do so until 2024. It takes Pluto 244 years to go around the Sun. Whenever Pluto resides in a constellation, whatever that zodiac sign rules goes through a breakdown phase to make room for new growth. This is very much a “phoenix effect,” whereby what isn’t working is burnt down so that new life can emerge in that place. Structures that no longer serve us are dismantled. In a sense, the Universe is creating a “course correction” in the destiny of humanity. If we understand the process and surrender to it, we can reach empowerment and enlightenment. However, if we resist and hold onto the past, our lives will be filled with tragedy and pain during these times. Everything that Capricorn rules has been going through a period of change: our governments, political structures, those in power, big business, and global economies. This will continue for years to come.
Our beloved planet of pleasure and beauty, Venus, becomes ignited within the zodiac sign of Leo from June 5, 2023 until October 8, 2023. Fee the surge of adrenaline! We will be bolder in pursuing our heart’s desires and plans. In Leo, our radiant goddess planet will inspire us to create the love story of our dreams and express our affection through grand gestures. Now is one of the best times of the year for singles to connect with new options as Venus feels especially fired up right now. She will spend a great deal of time in Leo because she will turn retrograde from July 22, 2023 until September 3, 2023, causing a major return of the past. To read about Venus Retrograde, do so here. However, Venus Retrograde will cause us to review all of these areas that Leo rules—passion, romance, dating, creativity, fertility, expression, and children—especially regarding how we’ve approached them in the past eight years. Exes, old friends, and soulmate connections often return to us during Venus Retrograde, so if there’s anyone special that you’d like peace, closure, or a reunion with—the time could soon be at hand. Pay attention to how people or situations from the past begin to creep in when Venus enters pre-shadow after June 19, 2023. Venus will leave post-shadow on October 7, 2023. We will likely be dealing with the situations that arise now until that point in time!
At the onset of August, the Sun charges through fiery Leo until the 22nd. Expect the pace of life to be lively and intense. During Leo Season, we feel more expressive, passionate, and romantic. In the Northern Hemisphere, this is the height of summer where we celebrate the radiance, heat, and light. Indulge within your heart at this time and certainly allow yourself to enjoy some recreation.
A Full Moon in Aquarius (9 degrees) will echo in the night on August 1, 2023. The power of this Full Moon will begin to arrive two days prior and will linger for four days after. This will be a time of culmination for you—depending on your Rising Sign and Sun Sign—and will be tied to what you were building in the days following January 21, 2023. Full Moons bring culmination, achievements, and endings and tend to be quite emotional. This lunation resonates in the zodiac sign of Aquarius, encouraging you to be independent and embrace the authentic vision you have for your life. As this zodiac sign also has ties to the global community, this will be a time when the human collective may notice that we are more connected than separate—even if that is just through digital means. Think of the future now—yours and that of humanity—and contemplate what still lies ahead. Look back on what happened near January 21, 2023 and note that similar themes will appear now. When it comes to planetary aspects coloring this lunation, we will experience a few different energetic frequencies. First, the full moon will be square to Jupiter, which will make us feel larger than life. We will feel social, uplifted, and eager for laughter. Because we are feeling so optimistic, we may have a tendency toward excess and indulgence. This will be further amplified by topsy-turvy energy affecting our desires, passions, and relationships, as Uranus, the ruling planet of this lunation, will clash with Venus. Mercury will be opposite Saturn, which could bring some heavy mental smog, but luckily Mars will dance effortlessly with Jupiter, bringing us the gusto to persevere with confidence and courage despite anything that stands before us.
Mercury will move into Virgo from July 28, 2023 until October 4, 2023, where it will feel quite at home. For the coming weeks, we will buckle down to truly assess our lives and make sure we have the information we need to make all of our most important decisions. We want to be concise, precise, and efficient in all that we say and do. However, Mercury will enter his pre-shadow phase on August 3, 2023, so watch for everything that seems to slow down, start to spin off the tracks, and bring up a sense of confusion until the official retrograde begins on August 23, 2023 until September 15, 2023. Finally, once he is direct, we will be untangling ourselves from what happened and what we learned until he leaves post-shadow on September 30, 2023.
Mars, ventures through Virgo from July 10, 2023 until August 27, 2023. During this time, we may find that our daily affairs pick up and we are more prone to being extremely productive. We can harness this energy to get a great deal done and we should assess our work-life balance so we are not putting too much emphasis on one area over the other. We may be able to tackle a large goal and see significant progress during this period. On a collective level, our physical health should be a bit stronger especially if we are to focus on our diet and fitness regiments. Be focused. Be precise. Be reliable. Utilize this energy to transform your life and before you know it, you’ll be stronger than ever before. Then, fiery Mars also energizes the zodiac sign of Libra until October 12, 2023. During this period, relationship matters will become especially important to us—whether they be romantic, business, or collaborative. Flying solo won’t interest us quite as much at this time. Instead, we are more likely to do what it takes to work together. This can lead us to take a more indirect approach to getting what we want or even engage in passive-aggression if we are feeling frustrated in our unions. We are inclined to use our passion and charm as a means to an end during this cycle, yet could find ourselves as more indecisive and uncertain to rock the boat. We will be less likely to resort to force when taking action, but could engage in mental battles or do what it takes to make our opposition uncomfortable—with flair of style, grace, and innocence. No matter where you stand in your relationships, now is the time to align yourself with the right mirror and work toward your goals as a team.
A New Moon in Leo (23 degrees) roars on August 16, 2023. This will be a colorful time when you will feel enthusiasm and passion infuse your life. The events that begin now will be tied to what comes to fullness near January 25, 2024. Find ways to express yourself and build a life that you are proud of—one that feels like you have created your own kingdom. Be courageous, be vivacious, and be bold. Remember: life is best when you are having fun. When it comes to astrological aspects coloring this lunation, there are many to consider. First and foremost, this will be a particularly shocking and potentially chaotic time, echoing out for the coming six months. This is because the sun and moon are exactly clashing with Uranus, the planet of surprise. With Uranus specifically square to the sun, the ruler of this lunation, challenges and sudden shifts of fate are surely to arrive out of left field. Anxiety, tension, unexpected news, outbursts, accidents, and unpredictable events may all pop up. It is of the utmost importance to lie low, recharge, and take care of yourself rather than being impulsive or putting yourself at risk. Luckily, the new moon will also be united with Venus, bringing a desire for love, romance, pleasure, and relaxation. Venus is retrograde, though, so we may be focused on the past, connecting with others who came before, or reflecting on enjoyment we once partook in but wish to revive. The new moon is linked with Jupiter, which will expand all of these energies. Luckily, most of the other planets are in alignment, promising that if we tread forward slowly but surely, we can find solutions if we think outside of the box and approach life with a sense of courage.
August 28, 2023 will be a powerful turning point in 2023, as the electric planet, Uranus, will station retrograde and turn backward in the sky until January 22, 2024. Since 2018, Uranus has been transforming the lands of Taurus and shifting our global perspective regarding economics, currency, and environmentalism. Pay attention to how your life shifts in the days near to this, as a planet is especially powerful when it changes directions.
Finally, when the sacred Sun moves into Virgo beginning August 23 for the month ahead, we will be deeply interested upon creating a work-life balance that validates and fulfills us. Now will be a time when the human collective is especially focused on global health and a great deal of progress can be made to improve it.
A Full Moon in the zodiac sign of Pisces (7 degrees) arrives on August 30, 2023. The energy of this Full Moon will begin to creep into your life three days prior and last for three after. Full Moons always bring culmination to your life and are opportunities for turning points, revelations, achievements, or endings. This Full Moon is tied to what you were building in your life in the week following February 20, 2023. Look back to the conversations, plans, and actions then because they will likely come back to face you. With this lunation shimmering in the zodiac sign of Pisces, this watery and imaginative energy will electrify the cosmos. Our intuition will be especially noticeable and there will be an urge to embrace sensitivity and romance in our daily lives. Creative and spiritual vibrations will be enhanced now, so listen to your heart. When it comes to astrological aspects that will color this lunation, we will see mixed energy to navigate. First and foremost, the full moon will be united with Saturn, which will add seriousness and gravity to our emotions—which may cause us to feel distance from others. We may experience obstacles and challenges that force us to take a step back and face depression or sadness, especially if we have not been directly facing these emotions. Neptune, the planetary ruler of this lunation, will be opposite Mars, bringing delusion, confusion, weakness, and illness. We may feel provoked to shake things up, especially because Neptune links with Uranus, the planet of rebellion, and Pluto, the planet of transformation. Luckily, many of the other planets will be in a happier mood, with Mercury kissing Jupiter, bringing optimism out of darkness, as well as Uranus, helping us to think outside of the box. Venus taps Jupiter on the shoulders, bringing a desire to indulge in fun and pleasure and shirk responsibilities if the weight of life feels too heavy.
Important dates to remember in August 2023 for love are the 1, 6, 16, and 22. Significant moments to plan for success are the 1, 6, and 24. However, days that could be a bit more challenging are the 1, 9, 22, 23, 24, and 27. Please note that all dates listed on my website are in Pacific Time (Los Angeles, United States), so please adjust to your appropriate time zone depending on where you are located on Earth.
To read about other astrology patterns going on right now, read here: Saturn in Pisces, Pluto in Aquarius, Saturn in Aquarius, the Great Conjunction setting the tone for humanity for 200 years as well as the main theme for each zodiac sign, Uranus in Taurus, Pluto in Capricorn, and Neptune in Pisces.
May the stars ever be in your favor. Now read below to find out how the month will affect you specifically! Please share it with all of your friends and networks.
ARIES
A tremendously important month in 2023 is here for you, Aries. First and foremost, Jupiter, the planet of luck, is still in strong, direct motion in your financial sphere. Next month, Jupiter will go retrograde, which doesn’t foretell bad news around money, just that you may notice some of the growth in recent months slows down. Make big decisions around your finances now if you can. Next up, you’ll be entirely consumed by the vortex of the past in August, too, as Venus will be dancing in a retrograde phase in your sector of true love, dating, fertility, hobbies, and pleasure. You are quite likely to cross paths with exes or the “one who got away”—or if committed, you may feel like the spark in your passion is dimming a little. You may even be revisiting situations that occurred over the last eight years that triggered you or forced you to look at love from a different perspective. If you would like to reconnect with someone from the past, you should use this month—reach out; don’t just wait for them to return to you. This way you are working with the universe rather than simply waiting for something that may not happen. At the onset of the month, a full moon in your social sector arrives on August 1. This will likely see you surrounded by many friends and supporters in the days around it, as you could be celebrating a major heartfelt victory. A new moon in your sector of love also arrives on August 16, which could open the door to having more romance, creativity, or fertility in your life. Live in the moment and enjoy yourself. Some singles could meet a soulmate or fall in love. This month will also be quite slow due to the arrival of a Mercury retrograde phase that starts to creep in on August 3, but will officially begin on August 23 and last until September 15. This will predominantly affect your productivity sector, which could free up time from meetings and work as things slow down. If you’d like to reconnect with old projects, clients, or coworkers, you could do so now. Mars will draw attention to this sector until August 27, likely forcing you to dig down and get things done. If out of work, you could find new opportunities appear—but you may want to try to sign contracts prior to August 23 or after September 15. Mars then enters your partnership zone from August 27 until October 12. This will see you even more focused on relationships, whether in love, business, or collaboration. You will go further by focusing on teamwork rather than flying solo. This is a great time to make long-term plans, get engaged, be wed, or look for a partner with long-term potential. This could even be someone like an agent, manager, assistant, or beyond. To end the month, a full moon in your sector of rest arrives on August 30. This will likely encourage you to lie low and recharge. A secret could pop out now, either one that you have kept or someone else has. If you’d like to meet with a counselor, therapist, dentist, or specialist, this is a great time to do so. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
TAURUS
Keep soaring as fast as you can in new directions, Taurus. Since May, you’ve been the luckiest zodiac sign of all. You’ve likely already noticed many new beginnings taking form or found yourself evolving in exciting and wondrous new directions. However, the key to using Jupiter’s luck in your zodiac sign is not to just wait for things to come to you—it is to strike while the iron is hot, lay down new seeds, take chances, and build toward the life of your dreams. Next month, Jupiter will go retrograde in your zodiac sign, so you may find that some of the projects and plans you already began start to slow down or shift even further, like a vine that chooses to crawl in a new path than the one you had envisioned. You won’t feel “unlucky” with Jupiter asleep in your zodiac sign, just that you may be more reflective about your core needs and desires and how you need to go about manifesting them. August will also be one of the slowest months of the year, giving you a chance to relax, have fun, and lie low to see what the universe brings your way. First off, Venus, your planetary ruler, is fast asleep and will be until September 3. However, you’ve likely felt the nostalgic energy already building since June, and it will linger until October. On one hand, this could be in relation to your living situation, family members, or your overall reflection on the past and who you are and why you are who you are. If you’d like to reconnect with anyone from your past, now is a great time to do so. Just don’t wait for them to reach out—you must provide that olive branch. A new moon in your domestic sphere arrives on August 16, which could soon see you moving, renovating, redecorating, clearing things out, seeing a shift around roommates, or even making changes around a real estate matter. You may also desire to connect more with your family, especially a parent. Prior to this, though, near August 1, there will be a major public or professional spotlight on you near this time. Depending on how hard you’ve been working, you may see a promotion, new job offer, favorable press, or a moment to stand in glory. This is a great time to reach toward higher ambitions. Next up is a big focus on love, passion, joy, creativity, fertility, and hobbies! In truth, you’re in a glorious period to just focus on living in the moment and enjoying what makes you happiest! This is because Mars is heating up your passion zone until August 27. However, Mercury, the planet of the mind, will begin to slow down in this sector as early as August 3 and will retrograde from August 23 until September 15. This is another signal that the past is calling to you, especially around matters of the heart. Exes, old flames, or people from the past could very soon be crossing your path, or at the very least, haunting your mind. This is another indication to either reach out to rekindle something or find closure, with or without actual interaction. This could also be a great time to return to old hobbies and pleasures or skills. Later, Mars will make you incredibly busy and productive, either on work projects or physical fitness or diet, from August 27 until October 12. You may make great progress in all areas of your life and routine during that time. Pay attention to the days near August 28, too, as Uranus in your zodiac sign will also retrograde. An important clue around how your destiny is shifting may appear near this date. Last to note in a busy month will be a full moon in your community sector on August 30, which will likely see you surrounded by many friends and supporters who adore you. Once again, another victory or celebration may be in order! Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
GEMINI
Race onward into August, a month that will be busy—but also quite slow in certain ways, too, Gemini. First off, you’ve been particularly introspective as of late with Jupiter in the most private area of your sky. Your dreams and creativity have been expanding, and you have likely felt the universe sifting the sands beneath your feet. You’re being redirected to where you are meant to go, even if sometimes you aren’t quite sure where the path leads. Above all, tap into your spirituality now. Jupiter will retrograde next month, further increasing your more introspective energy for the rest of the year. Next up, you’ll feel a more intellectual, brisk energy turning you to focus on your ideas, as well as travel. With Venus, the planet of pleasure, retrograde in this sector, you could now be embarking on a trip you planned quite some time ago or even revisiting destinations you’ve liked. On another note, you could be reconnecting with old friends, siblings, or pals. If you’d like to rekindle a rapport with anyone in particular, go for it! Last to note around this energy is that you may be digging through old communication-related projects you once tinkered with and may use the new moon on August 16 to get one of them moving once again. Earlier in the month, a full moon in your expansion zone takes place on August 1, which could highlight a turning point or completion around one of the following themes: academics, media projects, legalities and contracts, spiritual concerns, mentorships, or long-distance travel. If any of these areas interest you, strike near that time. However, move quickly because your planetary ruler, Mercury, begins to slow down on August 3 and stations retrograde from Augusts 23 until September 15. You’ll likely find your entire life is on hold, but you may find confusion around domestic matters, moving, renovating, or family. Mars has been firing you up around those themes in July, too, but adding even more pressure to make things happen and strike quickly prior to August 27. Regardless, there’s tension simmering beneath all of that, encouraging you to find stability, security, and get on a level playing field. Next up will be the movement of Mars into your passion zone, which will lighten the mood and encourage more romance, creativity, fertility, laughter, and joy from August 27 until September 15. You’ll be quite busy living in the moment and embracing those themes then. Yet, the last thing to pay attention to in August will be the arrival of the full moon in your professional zone on August 30. Depending on how hard you’ve worked, you could see a big victory in your career or public recognition. This may elicit an award, press, promotion, new job offer, or even the decision to go in a new direction altogether. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
CANCER
August promises lots of things to juggle, Cancer. Luckily, you should be able to handle them all! First off, Jupiter, the planet of growth, will continue to dance in strong motion in your sector of fulfillment. You’ve likely been ticking off goals and plans one-by-one or at the very least finalizing your vision board of how you’d like your life to look. Yet, the best way to manifest these desires is through your network, whether in the form of asking for favors or meeting new people. Singles are also quite favored in love, especially through online dating, matchmakers, or turning an acquaintance into a sweetheart. Last, you’ve probably even noticed opportunities for growth around your career and prosperity. Keep moving forward now, as Jupiter will retrograde next month and have you re-evaluate many of your desires, hopes, and plans. Reconnecting with people from the past will be a big theme for the rest of the year once that happens—but especially this month due to Venus and Mercury retrograde. For months, Venus, the planet of attraction has been in strong motion, but will be asleep now. If you’d like to reconnect with anyone, reach out. Yet, to be entirely honest, this retrograde is more focused on your finances and possessions. You could find that income or money is slower to come in. On a positive note, you could be finding sales and deals, especially at resale shops, or finding old possessions you had lost! A new moon opening doors to your income arrives on August 16, and could bring a raise, new job offer, or new clients. If you want to pursue any of these, move then, but try to sign any new contracts prior to August 23. Mercury will retrograde in your sector of ideas, communication, travel, and contracts from then until September 15. Delay until after then if you can, but if you can’t, just go for it and know that something down the line will shift in your job description or income stream. Earlier in the month, back to money, a full moon arrives on August 1. This will bring news of larger money matters, such as a settlement, bonus, royalties, venture capital, approval of a line of credit, or a shift around assets or investments. Normally I’d say invest then, but with Venus, the planet of profit, asleep, you may not get a return as much as you like in the long run. Later, Mars will turn a corner and energize your domestic zone from August 27 until October 12, which could see you busy with a move, renovation, redecoration, house cleaning, or family affairs. Last to note will be a full moon in your expansion zone on August 30, which could bring a turning point around one of the following themes: academics, media endeavors, long-distance travel or international relations, mentorships, or legalities. What a big month! Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
LEO
August is one of the most important months of the entire year for you, Leo. Not only is it birthday season, but you’re dealing with some karmic energy because of Venus retrograde in your zodiac sign and opportunities for new beginnings with a new moon in your zodiac sign on August 16. Let’s first start with birthday season: this is the time of the year to truly dig deep into your soul and desires and decide what you want to build in the year ahead. Use the days around your birthday to “paint a picture” of the life you want to lead. The new moon in Leo on August 16 is your cosmic portal to step front-and-center and build toward your dream life. New beginnings and opportunities could present themselves in the days following this new moon, but you should seize the day and take action to assert yourself, too. Venus, the planet of romance, pleasure, beauty, and attraction, has been in your zodiac sign for months now, but is currently in a retrograde phase. This likely makes it feel like you’re spinning in a vortex of the past. Many people from bygone eras—even past life connections—could be coming to you now. If there is anyone you’d like to reconnect with in any way, go for it now. This could be to rekindle the rapport or find closure once and for all. Above all, don’t commit to a new relationship or be wed—you’ll end up feeling the fire of love fade between you eventually—and don’t make big purchases—you’ll regret them, this even includes real estate—and don’t change anything with your appearance, it won’t work out in the long run and people could find you less attractive than before. Relationship matters are also quite important this month, too, as a full moon in your partnership zone appears on August 1. You could be at a cross roads with union in business or love. Normally, I’d say this is a great time to commit, get engaged, or move in—as long as you’ve made those decisions long beforehand (and signed any contracts long beforehand, too). If single, you could have luck meeting someone near this time that has long-term potential. Next to note is that there’s a major focus around money, your job, and your possessions. Mars will be heating up your finances—making you spend far more while trying to make more—until August 27. Mercury is in this sector, too, and will begin slowing money matters down after August 3, but especially once he goes retrograde from August 23 until September 15. Checks, income, and payouts could be delayed, and confusion with clients and on the job are likely. You could find yourself stressed and frustrated, but breathe through it. Watch the days around August 28 for important news about how your career is changing, too, as Uranus will retrograde in this sector. A full moon in your sector of assets and investments arrives on August 30, which could see more arrive or signal news in regards to a bonus, settlement, or inheritance. Last to note is that Mars will heat up your communication and travel zone from August 27 until October 12, likely seeing you working on a milestone writing, speaking, or advertising endeavor or even bouncing around to nearby destinations, perhaps even to visit siblings or dear friends. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
VIRGO
August will most certainly bring you many turning points, Virgo. First off, mighty Jupiter will continue to glide through happy heavens for you, empowering you to pursue new adventures and horizons both personally and professionally. This could be the month you need to venture into one of the following topics: academics, deeper spirituality, legalities, mentorships, media projects, or international business or travel. Jupiter will fall asleep next month, so now might be a good time to investigate your options. However, we’ll also be dealing with a slower pace, with Venus retrograde in your sector of rest, karma, and secrets, and Mercury, your planetary ruler, slowing down in your zodiac sign as early as August 3 to officially station retrograde from August 23 until September 15. In truth, even though birthday season arrives on this same day, you’ll spend most of birthday season focusing on past events and relationships rather than pioneering forward. When the universe does something like this to us, it means that you missed a jewel in your past and it is time to retrieve it. So what are you missing? What nostalgia is on your mind? What would you like to review, reignite, or refocus? With a new moon in that arena arriving on August 16, you’ll have extra energy to listen to your instincts and intuition. Earlier in the month, you’ll feel quite busy, though, with a full moon in your productivity zone appearing on August 1. You could be polishing off a big project, attending to a health matter, or leaving one job to find another. In truth, watching your health—both physical and mental—this month will be paramount. Luckily, with mighty Mars feeding you energy and strength until August 27, you should be able to get all of your ducks in a row. Last to note this month will be the full moon in your partnership zone that arrives on August 30. In the many days that surround this lunation, you could be at a turning point in a relationship in business or pleasure. While this would normally be an excellent time to make new plans, move in, commit, or sign contracts, you would be advised to wait until after September 15. You’ll be seeing more clearly then. Yet, if single, this could be a great time to look for someone with long-term potential, especially if you still carry a torch for someone from your past. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
LIBRA
Of all the zodiac signs, you’re likely to enjoy August a tad more than other people will, Libra. First off, as a carry over for months, you’ve been experiencing Jupiter bring luck to your sense of trust and intimacy. On one hand, this could bring you closer with a significant other so you feel your souls are dancing, or that you may simply be enjoying more wealth in your life through bonuses, settlements, assets, or investments. Try to push things forward now, as Jupiter will retrograde next month. Next up, Venus, your planetary ruler, is retrograde in your social zone, which means you could be reconnecting with many old friends, old flames, or old contacts at this time. This could be particularly lovely and enjoyable, or could actually be making you feel a bit confused and stirring the pot of drama now, instead. If you’d like to reconnect with anyone in particular, now is a prime time to do so! A full moon in your passion zone starts the month, bringing swelling heart’s desires to fullness near August 1. This could bring a culmination or turning point around romance, fertility, hobbies, or creativity. You could be falling in love or making promises. If a relationship ends near this time, you can either try to build for a reunion this month or instead move in a new direction. Singles must use this time—and the whole month—to put themselves out there, but don’t commit or rush in too quickly with all of these messy retrogrades bringing confusion! A new moon in your fulfillment zone appears on August 16, which should bring even more social energy or open a door to one of your hopes or dreams. Ask for favors, they may be granted! You’re also likely feeling a tad bit anxious as you tie up things behind the scenes, either in regards to projects you’re developing, situations of the past that are haunting you, or a need to conquer anxiety, challenges, or addictions that aren’t improving your life. This is due to Mars igniting your private sector until August 27, as well as Mercury bringing confusion starting on August 3 and eventually going retrograde from August 23 until September 15. To be honest, it may just be better to go with the flow until birthday season rolls around next month. Luckily, Mars will bring you firepower, energy, confidence, and sex appeal once he enters your zodiac sign from August 27 until October 12. This is a time to take the lead and be more assertive about what you’re after! Last, a full moon in your productivity zone appears on August 30, will see you very busy, finalizing projects for your job, handling important health matters, or leaving one job to pursue another one. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
SCORPIO
Another important month filled with many diverse factors awaits you, Scorpio. First, Jupiter has been bringing grace, happiness, and luck to your relationships for many months already. You could be committing, dancing with a soulmate, or making long-term plans in business or love. To be upfront, though, this is not the month to commit or decide anything, though, with so many retrogrades afoot! You can, however, push the needle in the right direction because Jupiter will fall asleep beginning next month and will be fast asleep until the end of the year. This could have you reconnecting to a partner now or in the months ahead who still holds value for your future. Also pay attention to anything that happens around partnership near August 28, as Uranus, who is also across the sky from you, retrogrades, too. You’ve been attracting unique partners—or noticed your present one is evolving before your eyes. Keep your antennae up—something big is about to shift before your eyes by the end of the year and it could deal with plans or people from the past. Sometimes in life we separate from someone to grow on our own so that when we return, we are an even better match for one another. Venus, the planet of love and money, will be retrograde this month, likely having you feel quite nostalgic and reflective. Yet, she is bringing a tad more focus to your professional life, so you could be returning to projects or plans from the past. A new moon in this same sphere pops off on August 16, which could announce news of a promotion, new job offer, favorable press, or award for previously completed work. Earlier, your domestic life is spot lit near the full moon of August 1, which could bring a move, renovation, redecoration, or the need to step in for a family matter. Next to note is that your social life is a major factor this month, too, as Mars heats up this zone making you very active and popular until August 27. You could be chasing big hopes and dreams, dating up a storm through your network, or even just mixing and mingling with many important folks. Yet, something is not what it seems, and again speaks of the past because Mercury will begin slowing down in this sphere on August 3 and officially retrograde from August 23 until September 15. Old friends, old flames, or old contacts could all be coming back into your periphery! Truly, if there is anyone you’d like to reconnect with—for a true reunion to rekindle or to bury the hatchet and find closure once and for all—you have one of the best months ever to do so! Last to note will be a full moon in your passion zone on August 30, which could ignite a flame in your heart. This could bring a culmination or turning point around romance, fertility, hobbies, or creativity. If single, this is yet another indication that true love could be right around the corner. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
SAGITTARIUS
Life is in the fast zone now and you’re likely loving the pace, Sagittarius! Your planetary ruler, Jupiter, has been bringing plenty of speed and productivity to your routines and responsibilities. You may be noticing your job is improving or your health is—or both! This is an excellent month to continue to move those matters forward. Jupiter will fall asleep next month, so you may notice that your busy schedule starts to let up just a bit in the months ahead. Next up, Venus is also retrograde in your sector of expansion, which is encouraging you to look out of your present scenarios and contemplate how you can grow personally or professionally. Academics, media matters, legalities, international travel or business, and mentorships may all slow down now—or you may instead be trying to reframe your ideas upon them. A new moon in this same arena appears on August 16, which could bring a breath of fresh air to kick start new momentum. Earlier in the month, a full moon in your intellect and communication zone appears on August 1, which could empower you to debut an important writing, speaking, advertising, or contractual project. You may also be travelling near this time or even finishing up a trip. Another big factor this month will be your professional life, as Mars is bringing a surge of ambition and activity here until August 27. You could be launching big projects or aiming for higher rungs on the ladder. Yet, something is not what it seems because Mercury will slow down in this sector beginning August 3 and officially retrograde from August 23 until September 15. This means projects and plans will spiral off the rails, so don’t stress yourself out. In fact, with a lighter schedule you could choose to have a bit more fun or romance! Mars ignites your social sphere from August 27 until October 12, so you’ll surely be surrounded by many friends and supporters. Being apart of communities or advancing your network is quite favored. Online dating, too, will be firing off for singles! Last to note will be a full moon in your domestic zone, which appears on August 30. You may be moving near this time, renovating, or redecorating, or even stepping in to help a family member near this time. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
CAPRICORN
The heavens are aligning for you and you will continue to enjoy the pace of life, Capricorn. You’ll likely find August to be enjoyable, even if many work plans and projects get delayed. This can leave more time for fun! This is especially true with Jupiter, the planet of luck, moving through your passion zone still in direct motion. This could see you falling in love, dancing with a soulmate, growing closer with one, or pursuing hobbies, creativity, or fertility. This is a joyous time—don’t let it go to waste! Jupiter will retrograde next month, which could actually cause singles to reconnect with “the one who got away” by the end of the year. You even have a lot of energy this month stirring the pot of the past, too. Venus, the planet of love, is retrograde in your intimacy zone. This means that you could be looking to reunite with someone from the past or renegotiate where you stand in a partnership—even if its more formal and business, like around a settlement, assets, or investments. Just know that the cards aren’t falling in your favor financially at this time, so while you can air out your thoughts, it wouldn’t be a good time to sign. If you do need to bring something up, do so after the new moon on August 16, which will energize this sector with a breath of fresh air. This is all particularly true because Mercury begins slowing down August 3 and is retrograde from August 23 until September in an area that highlights legalities. Speaking of money, though, a full moon in your financial zone appears on August 1, which could see finances coming in and going out. A raise, new job offer, or side hustle may present itself, or you could be leaving on income stream for another. Your career will be particularly busy after August 27 until October 12, though, so rest assured you’ll still be able to see progress and growth in career matters quite soon. Last to note will be a full moon in your intellect and communications sector on August 30, which could see you polishing off a writing, speaking, or contractual project near this time. Another way this could affect you is by seeing you coming and going with travel. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
AQUARIUS
August is here and it’s a remarkably important one, Aquarius. First and foremost, a full moon in your zodiac sign arrives on August 1, which will bring a major culmination to your life around a heartfelt goal personally or professionally in the many days that surround it. This is likely something you’ve been building toward for six months or longer. Assert yourself, step into your power, and demand your worth. The next major theme that is a carryover since May is the growth around your domestic life, real estate, and family. This energy should continue quite strongly this month, but note that things could slow down when Jupiter goes retrograde in September. For now, keep things progressing. Next, there will be a ton of focus on relationships for you, as you are watching the sun and Venus dance across the sky from you. Venus is retrograde here, though, which means that you could feel a distance growing between you and someone or wondering if you’re on the same page. Situations and people from the past—particularly in the past eight years—may pop up for you. If single and you hold a flame for someone from the past, this is the perfect month to reach out to rekindle the rapport or instead find peace and closure once and for all. A new moon in your relationship sector also appears this month on August 16, which could help you to see where you stand. However, while this would normally be an excellent time to commit, make long-term plans, or sign contracts, with Venus and Mercury out of sorts, you’d be advised to do so late September at the earliest. Mercury will be slowing down in your intimacy, assets, and legal sector as early as August 3 and station retrograde from August 23 until September 15. Something isn’t what it seems and you’re going to need to read the fine print and assess where you stand. This can be a godsend, though, if you’d like to renegotiate benefits packages, a settlement, or inheritance. Mars will be heating up your finances all month until August 27, which can give you a winning edge to fight for your worth—but do note that this could be ratcheting up your expenses on big-ticket items tremendously. After this, Mars moves into a sphere that will see you quite busy around other matters, such as academics, media projects, international travel or business, or further situations regarding legalities from August 27 until October 12. Last to note is the full moon in your financial zone that appears on August 30, which will see more money coming and going in the week that surrounds this. This may bring a raise, new job offer, or see one income source leave as you pursue another. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
PISCES
August is going to be giving you a bit of whiplash, Pisces, as you wonder which way is up and which way is down! First off, you’ve been seeing growth around your intellect, desire for travel, and how you communicate with the world and this will continue this month, too. Try to push the needle forward on these endeavors now—Jupiter will freeze in this zone next month and bring a slower pace to these affairs. You shouldn’t worry, though, that doesn’t foretell bad news. Next up, Venus is retrograde in the heavens, which could have you seeing a slower pace to life, relationships, and work! Your productivity doesn’t seem to be at its peak and this is because Venus is also slowing things down. A new moon arrives in your productivity zone on August 16, though, which could kick-start a few things back into motion around employment, routines, or your physical health. Earlier in the month, the full moon on August 1 could have you feeling a bit burnt out and in need of rest, so lie low, enjoy a spa day, or see a specialist if you need to near this time. A secret you had been keeping or hadn’t known may also pop out near this time. Next up, there is a major focus on relationships this month, too, as Mars fires you up to work in tandem with someone in love, business, or collaboration. You’ll make more progress as a team now rather than flying solo. Yet, something isn’t aligned, as Mercury will begin slowing down in this sphere on August 3 and station retrograde from August 23 until September 15. This could require you to rehash situations or plans from the past or may even cause you to cross paths with partners from the past. If you’d like to reconnect with anyone to rekindle or find closure, this month is particularly good but next month could work, too. Mars will crank up the heat in your finances after August 27 until October 12, so be sure to watch your big-ticket items. Last to note will likely be the most important, though, as a full moon in your zodiac sign appears on August 30. In the week that surrounds this lunation, you could see a culmination or turning point in a major personal or professional goal. This is the ideal time to assert yourself and show the world what you desire and be unashamed about it. Subscribe to the Kyle Thomas Astrology Patreon to gain early access to PREMIUM CONTENT.
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Kyle Thomas is a globally recognized pop culture astrologer who has been featured on Access Hollywood, E! Entertainment, NBC & ABC television, Good Morning America, the TODAY show, People Magazine, Cosmopolitan Magazine, the New York Post, Page Six, Hulu, Seventeen Magazine, Bustle, Elite Daily, House Beautiful, Marie Claire, and more. He is known for his cosmic guidance for celebrities, business executives, and prominent influencers. His work harnesses the power of the stars in regards to entertainment lifestyle and trends affecting people worldwide. His writing and horoscopes have been translated into multiple languages. Kyle has been astrologically gifted naturally from a very young age and teaches how to use the Universe to manifest the life you've always dreamt of. With over a decade of professional experience and clients all over the world, he currently resides in Los Angeles where he works as a professional astrologer, celebrity life coach, and author. Currently, he is the official astrologer for @Horoscopes + @Horo.ScopesDaily. Kyle received two Bachelor of Arts for Psychology and English from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and integrates these degrees into his growing research of psychology, personality, and the human condition.