August 2016 Horoscopes
Hey Leos, your birthday month will be smooth sailing!
Capricorn 12/22 -1/19
On love and loss, Reddit user Gsnow writes, “Scars are a testament to life, scars are a testament that you can love deeply and live deeply, and be cut, or even gouged, and that you can heal and continue to live and continue to love, and the scar tissue is stronger than the original flesh ever was.” The New Moon in Leo on August 2nd asks that you be brave as you face the trials of everyday living; expect rewards around August 18th.
Aquarius 1/20–2/18
It is advised to go on a spiritual quest on August 9th when your ruling planet, Uranus, is semi-sextiling Chiron. This alignment forces you to read between the lines and see the shadow side of life. You are often ahead of your time Aquarius, and when your ambitious nature is in the foreground of your peers, this can lead to a crisis of sorts. Get your ship together and get ready to sail on August 18th when the Penumbral Lunar Eclipse occurs in your sign, this venture can net bountiful booty.
Pisces 2/19–3/20
If you are feeling like your life is lacking direction then go outside and nurture your relationship with mother nature. A great time to beat the heat, ground yourself, and enjoy a free spectacle is August 11th and 12th. At that time you can view the Perseids meteor shower — make some wishes. Expect your desires to manifest on the Full Moon on August 18th and await some very very good news on August 27th when the conjunction of Venus in Jupiter occurs.
Aries 3/21–4/19
Your ruling planet Mars has been going direct since June 29th but the shadow period for this lasted more than a few weeks. With the shadow period enlightened by the Sun the speed of your life most likely went from turtle to hare in seemingly no time at all. With the influx of activities, events, and dates it’s important to remain idealistic, without becoming overwhelmed or perplexed.
Taurus 4/20–5/20
The heat that August brings also bears with it rewards and respites. It’s very important to get things done when you have the energy, and when you are feeling lethargic to rest. You can’t fill someone else’s cup, unless your own is full. The conjunction of Venus and Jupiter on August 27th will bring you some sweet treats, that’s for sure; these two make a great pair and compliment each other extremely well.
Gemini 5/21–6/21
Mercury is your reigning planet and will be going retrograde near the end of the month; it is pertinent that you get any major conversations and contracts communicated and signed prior to August 30th. You can also see your ruling sign in the sky for the greatest eastern elongation on August 16th; what this means is that you will be able to see it clearly to the East, just after sunset.
Cancer 6/22–7/22
Your career and family life will be enjoyable, but you won’t be able to partake in these jolly pleasantries if you’re not feeling up to par. When on an airplane, you are told to put your own oxygen mask on prior to helping a child or someone else do the same. This may seem selfish but it is a necessary step to ensure the safety of yourself and those around you; you do you, boo.
Leo 7/23–8/22
Happy birthday Leo! The beginning of the month starts off like a fresh cup of coffee, as you savor the flavor of the New Moon in Leo on August 2nd it seems as if your life has its ship together, and you have the energy to sail the seven seas; eight if they were available (or are there?). Your birthday month will be smooth sailing and will port into the staycation of your dreams on August 22nd when the Sun enters the delicate Virgo.
Virgo 8/23–9/22
The stars are watching you and they’re saying, “ooh la la.” From Earth’s perspective Venus enters Virgo on August 5th. This will give your life clear meaning with all types of positive affirmations coming true. Prepare to be in the spotlight during the week of August 21st when the Sun enters Virgo. Your ruling planet, Mercury, goes retrograde the following week; just take care of business prior to August 30th, and then party on, Wayne.
Libra 9/23–10/22
Your ruling planet Venus is having some affirmative days in August. Please take advantage of these dates: August 5th , 27th, and 29th. An especially magical time for you is the last week of August. Planetary alignments and mystical refinements will be on the menu for Libra. Please edify any contracts that need fine-tuning prior to Mercury going retrograde on August 30th.
Scorpio 10/23–11/21
Mars will be in Sagittarius on August 2nd, and this alignment brings lots of restless energy. If you can direct this excess vitality into an ambitious project, that would be best. If you have no direction, complications can arise which will have yourself and others reeling for safety. If you need to dive underneath a blanket for a few days, then make it a date; get some food for extra comfort.
Sagittarius 11/22–12/21
Mars, the planet of action, energy, and desire enters Sagittarius on August 2nd, the New Moon occurs on that same day. In layman’s terms this means you should implement any ideas you’ve had stewing in the back of your mind and allow them to cook. Your cosmic meal should be hot and ready for devouring on the Full Moon on August 18th. An especially favorable time for you is on July 27th when the conjunction of Venus and Jupiter (your ruling planet) occurs.
