August 12-19, 2024

There are several aspects this week that are creating a building energy that may have us unsure where to put our focus. These transits have to do largely with the mutable signs, so we could be feeling scattered. Some questions to consider: How can I do this differently? Where have I been rigid or refusing to see this (fill in the blank) in a different context? What meaning do I attach to this (fill in the blank)? What does this all symbolize for me on a grander scale? There’s a start/stop quality at play, so how do I deal with frustration when my forward movement is impeded?

As we build up to the Full Moon (next Monday the 19th). We still have this theme of a mixed bag or a mystery box. Like Forest Gump said, "Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're going to get." So, do your best to stay open, notice when you're getting frustrated by the stops and starts of life, take media breaks, get grounded as best you can, and be kind (to yourself and others--as we are all feeling this energy).

August 14

Mars conjunct Jupiter at 16 degrees of Gemini- Gemini is a mutable air sign and Jupiter is a sky god, so there’s this sense of a deep breath, expansiveness, taking in the bigger picture or bird’s eye view. The glyph for Gemini is the Roman numeral two, so that’s a good reminder to take a second look, or get another opinion, or see a different POV. Jupiter has to do with making meaning in our lives, our philosophies, and our tenets. Mars is about the ego, taking action, and accomplishing something. When we are dealing with a conjunction it can be hard to tease the energies apart, so we may feel like EVERYTHING is meaningful and I must take action immediately, which could lead to feeling scattered or spread thin. So use the strategic energy that Mars offers, and judiciously choose your next steps. 

Mercury RX moves back into Leo- If you’ve been following me on Instagram I’ve been posting stories about noticing how your thinking shifts as Mercury straddles the signs of Virgo and Leo. Whereas, in Virgo we may be thinking more practically, focused on organizing and perfecting things, in Leo, we may be coming back to a more self-centered perspective. That doesn’t necessarily mean you’re being selfish. It means consider yourself in the equation. It’s hard to be OF service if you haven’t been taking some time for yourself. Since Mercury is retrograde it’s a great time to revise, rework, reconsider, remap, review, reframe any communications, thought processes, or ideas you may have left on the back burner in July. July 2nd-26th Mercury was in Leo before going into Virgo, so look back in your journal or calendar for insights.  

August 16

Mars in Gemini squares Saturn RX in Pisces at 17 degrees- Saturn pulls focus and asks you to get disciplined and pick one thing, hone in on it, and do it to your best ability. Mars has been interacting with Jupiter and in Gemini which can often scatter energies or take in too much. So, you may feel a little annoyed to be asked to get your head out of the clouds or stop following what makes you curious. A square is said to be of the nature of Mars so there could be conflict or stress around any choice point. How do you deal with frustration or delays?

August 18

Mercury RX in Leo square Uranus in Taurus at 27 degrees- You may want to look back to the time around July 21st when Mercury first squared Uranus (before it turned retrograde) for a developing story. What’s interesting is that Mercury and Uranus will square off again around September 7th, but then Uranus will be RX. In other words, there’s a lot of review necessary. Uranus is considered a higher octave of Mercury–sometimes the energy Uranus puts out is too much for us to take in, and Mercury can act as a mediator for some of Uranus’s messages. However, we are dealing with a square, so what we may hear or perceive can still be shocking. No matter how much we prepare, we may still get a surprise. Uranus wants us to break out of any ruts. Leo and Taurus are fixed signs, so notice where we are stubbornly refusing to hear the message?  Lead from your heart, it won’t lead you astray. 

Mercury RX conjunct Sun in Leo at 26 degrees- when Mercury conjuncts the Sun there’s a special alchemical process occurring. Mercury RX is being invited to hear/take in some wisdom or insight. We may feel that communication directly affects our sense of purpose. We may come up with a creative solution to the places we feel stuck (given the square to Uranus). Conversely, our mind could be going a million miles a minute with thoughts and perceptions and we could feel overstimulated. 

August 19

Venus in Virgo square Jupiter in Gemini at 17 degrees- Venus and Jupiter are considered the benefics in the Zodiac. Squares bring tension. We may become aware how giving and receiving is out of whack. Which side of the coin are you on? We may need to sift through an experience with a loved one to ascertain where we feel this stress. Who and what is worth our time and energy. Who and what brings a sense of faith and meaning?

Venus in Virgo opposite Saturn RX in Pisces at 17 degrees- An opposition usually shows up as a relational experience. Someone outside of us shows us something we may not be consciously aware of within ourselves. So if you are noticing someone who may be raining on your parade, ask yourself what’s underneath the frustration at being told “no”. Perhaps someone reminds you of something you're responsible for, and you realize you need to attend to that before doing something you’d rather be doing. I remember when I was younger and my mom would give me a list of things I needed to do before I could go out and play, it always helped to start with the thing I really didn’t want to do first, and then the rest of the list went a lot more quickly and easily. 

Sun in Leo square Uranus in Taurus at 27 degrees- The squares with Uranus are sure to be jarring or shaking us up a bit. It could be a little (or a lot) dramatic. Expect the unexpected. Come up with plans B-H and then don’t be surprised if you still need to come up with alternative solutions. You may get an opportunity to fly your freak flag, will you accept the challenge?

Full Moon at 27 degrees Aquarius- A Full Moon is the energy of releasing. Notice places of exhaustion or where you feel drained. What makes sense for the greater good? Where do we need to tone down any eccentricity or drama and get innovating? As you can see there is a LOT happening on one single day, so you may feel spread thin. Focus could be pulled in many different directions. Can you prioritize what will help the most overall? Can you let go of a need for it all to come together perfectly? Can you roll with the changes that may come in quick and fast?

Jupiter in Gemini square Saturn RX in Pisces at 17 degrees- Jupiter is up in the clouds and Saturn is like Cher from Moonstruck where she slaps someone and says, “Snap out of it.” We need discipline, focus, and the willingness to go without sometimes in order to make our goals a reality. We may be feeling restricted in some way, but how does that help us make improvements over time? Don’t let pessimism get you down. Look for the meaning behind the delays. 

**My intention with these weekly astrology reports is something like looking at a weather app. If you know it will rain, you’ll bring an umbrella. Awareness can help us navigate the Astro “weather” too. I  hope to share this information in an easily digestible way (not too much jargon).  Please read this information knowing that these energies can appear in higher or lower forms.