Mars the ass-kicker will enter Libra on August 6. Not a strong place for Mars (in fall). He will oppose the Saturn Neptune Rx conjunction in Aries for a week or so. You may be trying to get a new project going, or you have a lot of work to do. This could be at home or at work. Someone or something is standing in the way. Things are not going the way they are supposed to. Mars pushes you to act, either get mad, get into fights or simply get moving to change something. Remember Mercury is still retrograde as well, until he stations direct in Leo on August 11.
Mistakes are made during a transit like this from rushing in too fast. Ever make a silly mistake and ask yourself, how in the world did I do that? There may be confusion or disillusionment. If you are in business, dishonest practices or fraud may be uncovered (Neptune). If the Mars energy goes the wrong way you could fall down, have an accident or get sick. Having a summer cold is no fun. If you are sidelined with an injury, it is a sign from the universe to rest, regroup and stay off your feet for a while. Roll with it. The effect of the transit is about a week. Try to get through this time without losing your temper. Make sure you are on the level in all your dealings with people, and don’t take sneaky shortcuts. Pay attention to what’s going on in front of you. Watch your step. Be patient. This too shall pass.
Venus and Jupiter in Cancer around this time will also be loosely involved in a T-square. Jupiter expands things. The second week Venus and Jupiter together brings good times so what the hell, you might as well enjoy yourself, especially you Cancer folks. The arts, romance and social life are favored. How can you say no? Just remember moderation in all things. Mars will get closer to a square with Jupiter towards the end of the month. Even though we are talking about a square, it is a positive high energy transit for having surgery or giving birth. Mars rules action, courage and surgery. Jupiter is about expansion, optimism and healing. Any combination of Mars and Jupiter means “fortunate action”. Except for Mercury, these planets are in the cardinal signs, so they are more directly affected by what’s going on. Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn, pay attention.
Celestial Almanac: Virgo New Moon August 23, Aquarius Full Moon August 9.
Because of the Mars opposition August 6-14, you will definitely feel the energy change. Lots going on this month, possibly involving relationships. Or there are conflicts with various people in your life. Read the article above again. Old issues rise to the surface and Mars guarantees that you deal with them now. Get it all on the table, come to an understanding then kiss and make up. This Mars transit fortunately only lasts about a week, then the heat is off.
The Sun and Mercury in Leo focuses on home life and family. Mercury stationing helps things a lot. You find something you lost. Contracts can be signed, and after August 11 you can close on a new house. The Aquarius Full Moon will bring matters to a conclusion, particularly at work or in your public life. When the Sun enters Virgo on August 22, your social life will pick up a lot. Creativity, romance, sports and children’s activities are favored.
Mars is trine Uranus when he arrives in Libra on August 6 and this is a positive high energy cycle. For about a week you will have some terrific original ideas and try things you never did before. Go sky diving or jump off the high dive at a water park. Take a trip. Romance, social life, sports and children’s activities are favored. You are impulsive and restless but this energy can be channeled into something useful or exciting. Have an adventure.
Venus arrives on July 31 and joins with Jupiter. This is probably the best feel-good aspect there is. The first half of the month, but as long as Venus is in Cancer, you feel warm and fuzzy towards everyone. You attract romance and friendship. Get out there and socialize. Creativity is also favored and you might do some beautiful artwork. Relax and do nice things for yourself. Mars moves into a high energy cycle in Libra. Use that energy to get some work done.
The Sun is here until August 22. You are in the spotlight and attract lots of attention. When Mercury stations direct on August 11 you can pick up where you left off. Get back to the projects you left on the back burner. You remember something important that has to be taken care of. Sign papers, schedule meetings. Venus arrives August 25 and you know that can be nice. Creativity, the arts, romance and friendships are favored. A financial windfall is possible.
Mars is here until August 6. You can still get some work done and assert yourself. The Sun arrives on August 22, lighting up your life in general. You get lots of attention. More phone calls, more text messages, and people want your advice. This is a good transit for progress in business. Watch Uranus in your career house. The next several months may bring unexpected events or changes of direction. Just roll with the punches. It could be very exciting.
When Mars arrives here you will have a jumpstart in physical energy. Refer back to the article above and assess your situation. Generally speaking you have more personal power when Mars is in your sign. Say what you think and believe in yourself. Your confidence and determination are high at this time. If you want to do something, just do it and don’t let anyone hold you back. Mars trine Uranus can be exciting. You have the urge to try something different.
Venus and Jupiter bring happiness especially during the first half of the month. Travel, adventure and romance are favored. Try to plan a trip, even if it is just a day trip to the country. You may meet a new friend or sweetheart in your travels. The arts and exotic locales are appealing. Expand your world. The Aquarius Full Moon on August 9 may bring completion either in your career or your home life. A project is finished or you may close on a new house.
The Sun in Leo favors travel this month. I know a Sag who is traveling in the Philippines. He must be having a blast. Stationing Mercury is also very helpful here, smoothing the path. Read about Virgo. Uranus in Gemini is important, most likely in relationships. Single folks may have a whirlwind romance, or elope, or conversely, break up unexpectedly. Later when the Sun moves into Virgo, your career is favored. The New Moon August 23 brings a fresh start.
Read the article above, about Mars. This means you. There will be some excitement, upheaval or change, either at work or at home. This is a high energy cycle for the cardinal signs. It all depends on your situation. Not to worry, Mars moves quickly through this and the effect only lasts about a week. It will blow over before you know it. Keep a cool head. Venus and Jupiter in your marriage house will be very nice, and bring love and happiness, possibly a new relationship.
While the Sun is in Leo, and with stationing Mercury, the focus is on relationships. I don’t foresee any problems, though. Go out with your friend or partner and have some fun. When Mars moves into Libra, travel and adventure are favored. You will have the urge to go somewhere. So do it. Or you might go for business. The Mars Saturn Neptune transit won’t be hard on you, and once Mars gets past that, the way is clear. Mars trine Uranus also favors your social life. An interesting invitation could come your way.
The Sun arrives in your house of relationships after August 22, which is fine. This should be a quiet period for you. Uranus in Gemini might bring something unexpected on the home front over the next few months, or maybe not. Venus and Jupiter in Cancer will be great for your social life. Romance, creativity, sports and children’s activities are favored. You might be invited to a block party or a wedding. A baby is coming. Happy days are here again.
