Monthly Horoscope: Aquarius, August 2021

Important realizations about your relationships take place on August 1 as the sun meets Mercury in Leo. But also on this day, Mercury opposes your ruling planet Saturn, currently in your sign, which can create some delays or obstacles in communication. The sun also opposes Saturn on August 2, which could bring a grumpy atmosphere early this month. Extra encouragement and appreciation may be required as people feel rejected, exhausted, or overburdened with responsibility. 

As Mercury and the sun oppose Saturn, take time to reflect on your boundaries and expectations, and consider the responsibilities you have on your plate. Ask for help when you need it, and be clear with yourself on what you can and can’t take on at this time. A block around connection may arise in your relationships, but the energy quickly shifts as your other ruling planet Uranus, the planet of liberation and surprise, is activated early this month. 

Venus in Virgo connects with Uranus in Taurus on August 3, busting creative blocks and helping you release yourself from the past. Venus is all about pleasure and as it mingles with electric Uranus, novel and unexpected ways to experience joy arrive. Unexpected news and surprise meetings take place as Mercury clashes with Uranus also on this day. Surprises pop up at home and in your personal life on August 6 as the sun clashes with Uranus, but a fresh starts arrives on August 8 with the new moon in Leo, especially in your relationships. New moons symbolize new beginnings, and this one finds you entering new partnerships or reconnecting with established partners and committing to a new journey together. 

Venus opposes Neptune in Pisces on August 9, which could find us struggling with feelings of insecurity. For you, dear Aquarius, you may feel especially nervous or confused about money or security, but things are more optimistic on August 10 when Mercury opposes Jupiter in Aquarius, bringing an exciting windfall of some kind or helping you make some lucky acquaintances. Conversations about money in your partnerships are had as Mercury enters Virgo on August 11. Virgo is a highly analytical and organized sign, making it a solid time to get your finances in order, especially when it comes to debts and taxes.

Also on August 11, Venus connects with Pluto in Capricorn, inspiring a hugely passionate atmosphere. This is a powerful time to release the past and deepen intimacy in your relationships. As you release what was, you create more space for the blessings and connections you have in the present. Your intuition is especially strong at this time. It’s a powerful moment to lean into your spiritual practice as Venus enters fellow air sign Libra on August 16, inspiring a harmonious atmosphere for communication in your relationships and helping you connect with people on an intellectual level. Good news from far away may arrive.

Important conversations about money take place on August 18 as Mercury meets Mars in Virgo. If you’ve been avoiding paperwork or a difficult conversation, you might find the motivation you need to take care of it now. The sun opposes Jupiter on August 19, bringing a burst of good luck! This is a fantastic time to meet new people and connect on a deep level with your established partners. A confident, generous energy is in the air. Uranus retrograde also begins on August 19, which could find you managing some shake-ups at home, and on August 20, a brilliant problem solving energy flows as Mercury and Uranus connect, helping you tackle seemingly impossible situations.

The full moon in your sign, Aquarius, takes place on August 22, and is the second full moon in your sign this summer! So much of Leo season is about your partnerships, but this full moon is all about you and your emotional needs. This is a powerful time for emotional release. Big changes may be taking place in your relationships as you release old patterns and discover new aspects of yourself. Virgo season also begins on this day, bringing your attention to money, particularly issues that involve other parties like debts, taxes, inheritances, and resources you share with your partners. Mars also connects with Uranus on August 22, which could find you eager to take a risk: Just try not to be too impulsive, and get a second opinion before you make a wild move! 

Supportive energy flows on August 23 as Venus connects with Saturn: It’s a solid time to talk about standards and commitments in your love life, and for focusing on your creative endeavors. Saturn is the planet of maturity, and when it’s in harmony with sweet Venus, the energy is productive and responsible. Mercury opposes Neptune on August 24, which could bring some confusion, especially about money, but a sharper energy for communication flows as Mercury connects with Pluto on August 26. Some secrets may be shared at this time. Mercury enters Libra on August 30, creating an open-minded atmosphere and bringing you some news from afar. Mercury in Libra also bodes well for communication in your relationships, and for diplomacy and fairness in general!

Good luck this month, Aquarius, and see you in August!