August kicks off the month with the full Moon on August 1.
As August continues it unfolds a cosmic symphony of significant planetary movements and alignments, including the continuation of Venus retrograde and the arrival of Mercury retrograde. Read all about it in this blog post!
Keep looking up! Pamela
Unraveling the Intricacies of Venus and Mercury Retrograde
This section is all about August's key astrological happenings and potential influences.
Remember, these cosmic influences may manifest differently for everyone based on personal birth charts, current planetary periods, and other unique factors.
8/6 - 9/17: Venus Retrograde in Sidereal Leo and Cancer Venus, the celestial symbol of love, beauty, diplomacy and luxury, continues its retrograde motion throughout August. This period is a critical time for revisiting relationships, reassessing our values, and re-evaluating our financial situations. If you haven't already done so, be sure to check out my Venus retrograde forecast for each rising sign to help you navigate this cosmic event.
Embracing the Mercury Retrograde: A Journey of Reflection and Renewal
Starting from August 23rd and lasting until September 15th, Mercury, the planet associated with communication, learning and and intellect, embarks on its retrograde journey, beginning in the sign of sidereal Leo. This period often suggests a time of slowing down, revisiting, reviewing, and revising things, especially matters related to the house in our birth chart where Mercury retrograde occurs. It’s a potent time for introspection and gives us an opportunity to reassess and reevaluate our thoughts, our communication styles, and aspects of our everyday routine.
On August 23rd, Mercury retrograde doubles back in Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra, the star of prosperity and creativity. When Mercury, the planet of communication, goes retrograde, it often signals a time to rethink, revisit, and revise our ideas and plans. As this retrograde period happens within the nakshatra of Uttara Phalguni, we may find ourselves reevaluating our goals and aspirations, reassessing what prosperity and success truly mean to us.
August 28 - September 15: Mercury Retrograde in Purva Phalguni Nakshatra As Mercury moves backward into Purva Phalguni, the focus of our reflections might shift. Purva Phalguni, a Nakshatra associated with relaxation, enjoyment, and creative expression, can inspire us to reconsider how we balance work and play, productivity, and leisure in our lives.
It’s a great time to reassess whether we’re honoring our need for joy and relaxation amidst our worldly responsibilities.
Remember, while Mercury Retrograde is often blamed for miscommunications and delays, it’s also a fantastic opportunity for introspection and gaining a new perspective on life. So let's harness this energy and navigate the Mercury retrograde period with mindfulness and grace.
Key August Transits: Unfolding Cosmic Narratives
August's Vedic Astrology Transit Highlights
These aspects and combined planetary influences may extend over a period since Vedic astrology uses whole sign and whole house aspects. The energy of these alignments can be felt for several days or weeks before and after the exact aspect. So, you might start feeling the effects a little early or find them lingering a bit longer than the dates listed.
August 16 New Moon is in the Cancer Gandanta Zone
This is a spiritually significant junction between water and fire signs. This New Moon could denote a time of emotional rebirth and personal growth. Be sure to look for more insights and a new Moon rising sign forecast in my new Moon newsletter that will be delivered to your inbox around August 14-15.
Now through 8/17 Cosmic Encounter: Mars in Leo Opposition Saturn in Aquarius
For the first half of August, Mars, the fiery warrior planet, continues its opposition to Saturn, the Karmic taskmaster. This opposition creates tension as fiery and assertive Mars energy clashes with disciplined, patient and much more slow-moving and retrograde Saturn energy, prompting us to balance ambition with perseverance.
It's a cosmic reminder to balance ambition with patience, ensuring we don't rush into actions without proper consideration and planning. These opposing planetary energies can strengthen our resolve and equip us with the perfect tools for problem-solving with wisdom and endurance.
Have you read your Saturn retrograde forecast yet? You can find it here on my blog.
Throughout August, Jupiter and Rahu join in a trine with the Sun, Mercury, and Mars
This configuration presents opportunities for expansion and growth, although Rahu's participation introduces a touch of unpredictabilityand the potential for illusions. These energies are highly conducive to learning, exploration, and pushing boundaries. However, be mindful of overextension. Both Jupiter and Rahu, being expansion-oriented planets, may tempt us to overreach, and Mars can be impulsive or reactive, so proceed with caution and discretion.
These are not isolated events but part of an ongoing cosmic conversation. Their themes resonate before the exact aspect and linger for some time after.
If you've calculated your sidereal Vedic birth chart—available for free on my website—you can gain a deeper comprehension of how these planetary ingresses into various signs and nakshatras will specifically influence your individual astrological blueprint.
It's like having a personalized roadmap, illuminating the paths and patterns uniquely relevant to you in the grand cosmic dance. Explore, engage, and empower yourself with this knowledge, enhancing your journey through the planetary rhythms!
Planetary Sign Ingress (sidereal)
• August 17 - Sun enters Leo. The Sun, as the ruler of Leo, feels at home in this sign. This month long transit can bring a boost in vitality, courage, and a desire for self-expression. Individuality and personal power become prominent themes. Especially for Leo rising signs.
• August 18 - Mars enters Virgo. As Mars, the planet of action, enters the analytical Mercury-ruled sign of Virgo, there is a shift from the proud and fiery energy of Leo to a more meticulous and service-oriented vibe. This transit could inspire action towards health, work, and daily routines.
Planetary Nakshatra Ingress
• August 3 - Sun enters Ashlesha Nakshatra. Sun's transit in Ashlesha, a Nakshatra associated with serpentine energy, could bring up deep-rooted issues that need light and resolution. It's a time for transformation and shedding old skin.
• August 6 - Mercury enters Poorva Phalguni Nakshatra.Communication and thinking may be geared towards enjoyment, creativity, and relationship matters during this transit.
• August 12 - Venus Retrograde enters Ashlesha Nakshatra. Read all about Venus retrograde and get the forecast for your rising sign on my blog.
• August 12 - Mars enters Uttara Phalguni Nakshatra. Mars' energy here could stimulate a desire to create harmony and resolve conflicts, especially related to contractual agreements, business and romantic partnerships. There may be increased efforts towards relationship and societal matters.
• August 12 - Sun enters Magha Nakshatra. This transit will shine a light on issues related to power, authority, and legacies. There could be a desire to connect with one's roots and ancestral lineage.
Have you read your Saturn retrograde forecast yet? You can find it here on my blog.
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