Robin Eisenberg
Important realizations concerning your career, reputation, and legacy take place on August 1 as the sun meets Mercury in Leo. Also on this day, Mercury opposes Saturn in Aquarius, which may bring some blocks around communication, but might also be a time you decide to set important boundaries in your relationships, especially concerning your work-life balance. The sun also opposes Saturn on August 2 and you might feel frustrated that you’re not getting the attention or credit you deserve, or you might feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities on your plate. Either way, it’s an important time to set boundaries and make your expectations clear.A shift in energy comes as Venus in Virgo connects with Uranus in Taurus and Mercury clashes with Uranus on August 3. Venus’s playful connection with Uranus inspires novelty and a freeing, playful atmosphere that’s likely to bring a fresh energy to your relationships. This bodes well for your love life, and it’s also an exciting time to connect with friends and express yourself creatively. You’re in an experimental mood, breaking free from limiting structures as the sun clashes with Uranus on August 6. Uranus in Taurus generally finds you connecting with some unexpected or even eccentric people, so you’ll likely connect with some inspiring or possibly shocking people at this time, Scorpio.The new moon in Leo takes place on August 8, activating the sector of your chart that rules your career and finding you embarking on a new journey of success, reward, and recognition! Leo is the superstar of the zodiac, and this new moon is all about you being in the spotlight. As much as you love your privacy, little scorpion, you also enjoy recognition for your hard work! Some tenderness and sensitivity will likely be in the air on August 9 as Venus opposes Neptune in fellow water sign Pisces. Confusion regarding your love life may arise, or some insecurity about your creative efforts could surface at this time. Be especially gentle with yourself and others, and find healthy ways to escape from everyday life and explore your fantasies.Mercury opposes Jupiter in Aquarius on August 10, which may be one of the busiest days of the month in your social life! Big ideas are shared, but do watch out for exaggerations. Plenty of fun and celebration will take place at this time! Mercury enters Virgo and Venus connects with your ruling planet Pluto in Capricorn on August 11, finding you making exciting introductions and having deep conversations. Mercury in Virgo has your busy social schedule buzzing with even more invitations, while witty Mercury in analytical Virgo helps you get organized, grounded, and focused. The planet of values, Venus, connects with transformative Pluto, finding you having intense and important conversations about what’s important to you, and connecting with some intriguing and powerful people.Venus enters Libra on August 16, and you’re feeling more shy than usual. You’re a private person, but at this time you might be especially resistant to public displays of affection. While Venus is in Libra, you’re craving more time to rest! A getaway somewhere secluded and quiet, alone or with your lover may be just what you need. Mercury meets Mars in Virgo on August 18, finding you having blunt conversations. You’re very focused on your plans for the future at this time, and as Mars meets Mercury, you’re being real about what you want and who you want to achieve it with. The sun opposes Jupiter on August 19, creating an expansive atmosphere—you’re realizing you may be able to achieve so much more than you ever imagined! Also on this day, Uranus begins its retrograde, which could find you and your partners running into some unexpected shifts. A surprising meeting could take place or unexpected message may arrive as Mercury connects with Uranus on August 20.The full moon in Aquarius takes place on August 22, bringing an important culmination to an issue that’s been building at home and concerning your personal life. You might be moving or letting go of the past in some important way. While much of your focus is on your personal life, Virgo season also begins on this day, which is a very social time of year for you!The sun in Virgo illuminates the sector of your chart that rules friendship and community, and it’s a great time to explore your hobbies and connect with people who share your interests, and get involved with groups working toward causes that are important to you. Emotionally and spiritually, Virgo season is a time for quiet reflection about your hopes and dreams for the future. What are your greatest wishes, dear Scorpio? Virgo season is your time to reflect on what you want for the future, and the full moon in Aquarius encourages you to release your past. Mars connects with Uranus on August 22, inspiring an experimental mood—some unexpected meetings or surprising conversations take place!Venus connects with Saturn on August 23, inspiring an emotionally supportive atmosphere. Chilly Saturn is not the coziest planet to snuggle up with as it is the taskmaster of the solar system, but Saturn in harmonious connection with Venus offers stability and effective long-term planning. Confusing conversations take place as Mercury opposes Neptune on August 24, so plan important conversations for another day and let your mind wander at this time instead! Mercury connects with Pluto on August 26, which is an especially powerful moment for research and sorting through details. A deep conversation could take place at this time. Mercury enters Libra on August 30, bringing a boost to your already strong intuition, and finding you in a private, introspective mood. Good luck this month, Scorpio, and see you in August!
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