August Brings Eclipse Season
In August, themes of home and stability—as well as pivots—are highlighted for all the signs.
On August 12, we have a total Solar Eclipse in Leo at 20 degrees. At the end of the month, on August 28, we have a Partial Lunar Eclipse in Pisces at 4 degrees.
Our Leo and Pisces houses offer more personal clues about what is shifting. Generally, this is helping us define our sense of stability and chart our own courses. What leaves us feeling sustained? On the flip side, what leaves us feeling unsteady? What feels like home? And with this much Leo energy involved, how can we take action to solidify each of our personal kingdoms?
Change is scary, but staying stuck on the same hamster wheel is not the energy of this season. In many ways, this is a culmination point. It’s less about impulsive change, but it rewards us being honest with ourselves about what is working and what is not.
Of course, there’s more cosmic action happening outside of the eclipses. On August 6, Venus enters Libra— one of the signs it rules. Relationships become highlighted and bringing balanced and harmonious energy to our relationships comes into focus. But if things are unsettled or unfair, that will come to the forefront.
Meanwhile, Mars enters its fall in Cancer on August 11. Despite a need to take action, it could be hard to find our sense of drive. We could also feel more sensitive than usual. On August 22, the Sun enters Virgo. This aligns with the timing and feeling of back-to-school energy. We are likely to feel a push toward organization, planning and analysis in our lives. In short, this is getting our ducks in a row.
By the end of the month, Jupiter in Leo will trine Saturn in Aries. It’s a fabulous time to reflect on the insights brought from the month and make a solid decision in the direction of our destiny. If the way is foggy now, just wait. The end of the month can bring clarity.
Here’s a little more based on your sun and rising sign…
Aries: Venus will be in your sign of relationships for the majority of August, and Jupiter is transiting your house of dating. If single, charming options are likely to come across your radar—but move slowly to avoid regret or backtracking when Venus retrogrades this fall. If partnered, August could be a lovely time in your relationship. Meanwhile, you could start focusing more on building new networks and investing your energy into your community. Friendships could be a strong focal point, and you are starting to take your passions more seriously.
Taurus: With all this energy in your fourth house, things are shifting in your home life. Have you outgrown your physical space? Does your family need more attention? If you can ride the wave of change in home matters, you’ll be better off. Meanwhile, pay attention to any inner nudge to participate in new community groups, new activities or friend groups. This part of your life is seeing a major awakening. For those with older siblings, there’s a significant development taking place in their life.
Gemini: You could find yourself at the start of a new journey when it comes to matters of home and family. You’ve had the past year to assess what is working, and all this emphasis on Leo delivers an easier energy for you to work with. But moving forward could require completing a cycle that you’ve sensed for some time now. You could also find yourself beginning a new chapter in your work or adding a new stream of revenue. If single, pay attention to what unfolds around you in your local community. A neighbor could be significant in forming new partnerships—whether in business and romance.
Cancer: By midmonth, you’re being encouraged to reassess your community and friendships. It’s likely that a new chapter is unfolding within a sibling dynamic (or just in their life). If you’re dreaming of a long-distance trip, you could begin to take that more seriously and strategize a lifechanging journey. Ironically, this could help you to appreciate your neighborhood and local community and invest into it in fresh ways. Throughout the month, you might notice that the lens you look at life through or your guiding ideologies are beginning to shift. Embrace any desire you feel to seek out a mentor, a new philosophical book or podcast, or to join a class. It could be a life changing experience.
Leo: Consider this the start of a very new chapter! At the end of last month, the south node moved into your sign, and by midmonth, the new moon eclipse in your sign is encouraging you to start fresh. Others may trigger or impact this change, but what is ready to be relinquished within yourself? This is a new season, and you are bound to notice a shift in your closest relationships that will extend through the end of the year. As long as you relinquish any stubborn tendencies, you should be just fine for the journey ahead.
Virgo: A deeply healing season lies ahead for you. Both the south node and Jupiter in the house of your subconscious is encouraging you to relinquish any self-sabotaging tendencies. This could look like kicking a bad habit. Also, the contracts in your life are up for review. You might feel like a new version of yourself is required to meet the moment in your partnerships. For some, one relationship could be leaving your life while a new one is being ushered in. Venus transiting your second house adds sweetness to your self-esteem and income stream. Let yourself be open to new financial opportunities.
Libra: This month, you could feel magnetic with Venus transiting through your sign. But Saturn retrograde has you focused on relationships—especially ones from the past. It’s a powerful time for you to invest in your creative projects. Follow your inner pull towards what you’d like to create and consider the likelihood that this will require more solitude to build or create. If single, your dating life can be transforming, and an element of destiny will be involved.
Scorpio: You may surprise yourself by how focused you become on your home and family life. Chasing career achievements could appear less interesting or shiny, even if new opportunities present themselves. Your relationships could be shifting as well. If single, a new business or romantic partnership could arise from seemingly out of the blue. If partnered, your significant other could be experiencing some major changes.
Sagittarius: You’re often seen as the expert of the zodiac. But you’re entering a season which involves going back to the drawing board or the classroom. It’s a powerful time to start a writing project, blog or manuscript. With the eclipses this month, your relationship with your neighborhood could be shifting and you might feel pulled to invest more into your community. Are you sensing a local leadership position on the horizon?
Capricorn: You have already started a newfound journey towards greater empowerment. This is likely to show up in your relationships, as you’ve opened yourself up to changes in your partnership dynamics. This month, you might notice that you have been creating a greater sense of financial stability as well as higher self-confidence. Venus brings sweetness to your house of reputation and an opportunity for recognition could be on the horizon. Focus on yourself and your career, and allow the other puzzle pieces to fall into place.
Aquarius: August is a significant month in your relationships. Pay attention to your business and romantic partnerships and what is needed for these to evolve. If you can go with the flow and embrace flexibility, this will be smoother sailing. Venus traversing your house of long-distance travel could be a time to strategize a financial plan for a trip you’ve been dreaming about. Your curiosity around tarot, astrology and other spiritual practices could be peaking, and it’s a good time to explore your interests in these areas.
Pisces: Midmonth’s new moon eclipse falls in your house of routine and health. And with the south node beginning its transit here, is it time to cut out a habit? This is a very powerful time to start a new routine that is aligned with a greater sense of wellbeing and higher energy. You may also notice a shift in the dynamics with your coworkers. By the end of the month, the lunar eclipse in your sign can start a new path for you. It might require a personal surrender, physical move or embracing a new path.