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
All eyes are on you as we finish up Leo season, Scorpio! You’re laser-focused on your career and you may be taking big strides toward some of your major ambitions. Once Virgo season kicks off, you are feeling more inspired to collaborate with others.
The Astrology of August 2023
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August starts out with a significant shift in your personal and professional life under the Full Moon in Aquarius on August 1. You may be making changes in your living environment or even moving. Or on the other hand, you may be focusing on your relationship with family members or processing the past. On the same day, Mars in Virgo mingles with Jupiter in Taurus, bringing positive developments for your hopes and dreams for the future. It’s also possible that a friend sets you up with a potential partner, or maybe you’re the one playing matchmaker.
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Exciting developments in your career take place on August 6 when the Sun in Leo clashes into Jupiter in Taurus. Recognition looks good on you and it's time to soak it up. Promising collaborations or contracts may arrive. A few days later on August 9, Venus in Leo bumps into Uranus in Taurus. This could bring a sudden and surprising partnership or development in your career, or perhaps you’re feeling ready to break free and try something new. The way you show up in the world can shock others, but it may feel incredibly liberating. Do you!
An important turning point arrives in your career and overall life path on August 13 when the Sun in Leo meets with Venus in Leo. This marks the halfway point in your Venus Retrograde story, and if you’ve been having trouble at work, you may know which direction you’re ready to move in after today. The Sun traces over Venus’ steps and meets up with Uranus a few days later on August 15. Today, your company or boss may make a shocking announcement that can leave you feeling either rattled or inspired.
The New Moon in Leo on August 16 arrives as a clean slate for your professional life. You may decide to get into another line of work or be focusing on another one of your life’s goals. Plant important seeds and set intentions today. The two luckiest planets in the sky meet on August 22 when Venus in Leo connects with Jupiter in Taurus. Today, others are recognizing your talents, gifts, and accomplishments. This is go-viral energy, so if you’ve been waiting for the right time to send an important pitch or launch a side business, today is your day! On the same day, Mars in Virgo locks eyes with Neptune in Pisces, which can stir up jealousy or sensitive feelings in your friendship circle.
The Sun enters Virgo on August 23, kicking off Vigo season 2023. For the next month, you’re reflecting on who you spend time with and what you spend your time on. This can also be a positive time to make progress on some of your goals for the future. On the same day, Mercury Retrograde begins in Virgo, bringing old friends or colleagues back into your life. Is it worth it to rekindle these connections? That is up to you to discern. You may also be rethinking your next steps when it comes to some of your dreams. Be patient, and you’ll see a clear path forward soon enough.
On August 27, Mars enters Libra, which can have you overworking and feeling exhausted. You may also be harder on yourself than normal. Conscious and committed self-care and rest is necessary over the next few weeks. The month wraps up with a Full Moon in Pisces on August 30, which can mark the end of a creative or collaborative project that took much of your focus and dedication. It’s also possible that your romantic life gets a reality check. Are your relationships fulfilling, or could they benefit from some boundaries? You may decide to call it quits or have a serious conversation with a lover today.
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.
