Add These Dates to Your G-Cal:
- August 1: Full Moon in Aquarius
- August 13: Sun in Leo conjunct Venus in Leo
- August 16: New Moon in Leo
- August 22: Venus Retrograde in Leo square Jupiter in Taurus
- August 23: Sun enters Virgo
- August 23: Mercury Retrograde in Virgo
- August 27: Mars enters Libra
- August 30: Full Moon in Pisces
You’ve got money on your mind as we wrap up Leo season, Cancer! You’ve reacquainted yourself with your budget and may be feeling back on track with your finances. Once Virgo season takes over mid-month, your schedule becomes a bit more action-packed, but in an exciting way. You may be connecting more with friends or investing in your own knowledge by learning something or trying something new.
The Astrology of August 2023
The month kicks off with a Full Moon in Aquarius on August 1 that amplifies the attention on your finances and shared resources. You may be paying off some debt, making an important purchase, or discussing your joint finances with partners in your life. This can also be a more emotional and vulnerable time that reminds you of the fragility of being alive.
On the same day, Mars in Virgo meets with Jupiter in Taurus, speeding along important yet exciting conversations or news. Maybe you learn about a promotion or raise and now you’re in negotiations! The energy is very social and lively, so you may be bouncing between friend groups today, too. On August 6, the Sun in Leo bumps into Jupiter in Taurus, bringing some relief and welcomed financial news your way. Maybe your bank account balance is finally back at a number you’re comfortable with. Others may also be more willing to nurture and support some of your goals. This is a wonderful day to indulge in your comforts and have some fun with friends. A few days later on August 9, Venus in Leo collides with Uranus in Taurus, bringing unexpected gifts or news your way.
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A realization arrives on August 13 when the Sun in Leo meets with Venus in Leo, marking the halfway point of your Venus Retrograde story. Today, you may reach an important realization about your finances, work, or relationship with comfort. Maybe you’re ready to budget in a monthly massage into your schedule, or accept a new freelance gig on the side. You’re ready to push yourself outside your comfort zone on August 15 when the Sun in Leo rams into Uranus in Taurus. Today, you may learn important info or be ready to make an exciting or unexpected financial decision.
The New Moon in Leo on August 16 marks the beginning of a new chapter for your finances, self-worth, and relationship with comfort. This is a great time to set financial goals or intentions around the type of work you desire to put out into the world. You can also revitalize your own relationship with your confidence, value, and self-worth. You have unique gifts and talents—it’s time to lean into them! The two luckiest planets in the sky meet on August 22 when Venus in Leo clashes into Jupiter in Taurus. This can bode well for your finances, or perhaps you’re making an important investment in one of your personal goals. Exciting progress can be made today, especially if you choose to collaborate with others.
On the same day, Mars in Virgo stares down Neptune in Pisces, causing confusing conversations. It’s hard to focus and easy to misunderstand something, get lost in fantasies, or get your feelings hurt. This isn’t the best day to make important decisions if you can avoid it; wait a day or two for clarity to arrive.
The Sun enters Virgo on August 23, reminding you of the power of your own mind. It’s Virgo season 2023! The next four weeks are a powerful time to reprogram your mindset and subconscious. Try listening to recorded affirmations before you go to bed or repeating them right after you wake up. You may also be more open to sharing what’s on your mind and heart. The same day, Mercury goes retrograde in Virgo, bringing the most cliche of frustrations your way: technology issues, travel delays, schedule snafus, and miscommunications. Move slowly and double-check everything twice before hitting send. Over-clarifying can save you from some headaches for the next few weeks!
Mars, the planet of action and frustration, enters Libra on August 27, shifting your desires and the way you go after them. Your focus is on your home and personal life. Your family may require more attention, you might be doing some DIY projects, or you may be dealing with roommate drama. The Full Moon in Pisces on August 30 invites you to have important and serious conversations. New information that is revealed today can shift your perspective or long-term plans. This is also a powerful day to set boundaries with others.
Stephanie is an astrologer, psychic medium, and witch. She’s studied the mystical arts for over a decade including the stars, mediumship, palm reading, tarot, curanderismo, and more. She is the author of Seasons of the Zodiac: Love, Magick, and Manifestation Throughout the Astrological Year and host of the podcast Daily Horoscope for Your Zodiac Sign. Her work has also appeared in Refinery29, Well + Good, Bustle, among other publications, and she has appeared on the Today Show as an astrology expert and modern mystic.Â