August is a whirlwind of significant relationship events, beginning on the 6th as Venus enters charming Libra and your committed partnership sector. As the planet of love and harmony dances through this life area, new relationship opportunities will arrive, and existing ones will feel smoother, more balanced, extra lovey-dovey! If you want to attract supportive connections and restore balance in your love and business partnerships, now’s the time. The most powerful moment to do just that arrives on the 10th, a day full of raw honesty, intimacy, and emotional vulnerability. As dual channels of transformation and creativity open pathways, look within your extended social circles for connection and artistic collaboration.

Shortly after, the focus strongly shifts towards romance, joy, and authentic self-expression, especially during the Leo Solar eclipse of the 12th. As the very first eclipse in an all-new series, this cosmic event marks a new chapter centered on not just love and sex, but fun and pleasure, as well as children and creative pursuits — one that will gradually develop over the course of the next 18 months. As this new beginning, well, begins, ask yourself: what does my heart want? Welcome in this new era by shaping its energy, which will guide you towards rebuilding confidence, leadership, and the absolute pleasure of feeling seen. Write down your dreams and goals; do something, no matter how small, that symbolizes the dreams and hopes you’d like to manifest. Remember: authenticity is magnetic. Purposefully let go of sticky old patterns, trust your unique gifts, and be ready to receive. I do think early August’s emphasis on both long-term committed partnerships and fun, sexy flings will be interesting! There may be a surprise woven into the events of this eclipse; power dynamics will also be emphasized, especially verbal ones. The days immediately following it will be colorful (to say the least), as well as supportive and helpful, with the exception of the 21st, which may pose a challenge or two (though it could lead to lasting commitment).

Meanwhile, the latter half of the month will center less on new beginnings and more on completion. The second eclipse of August, which occurs on the 28th, is a Lunar eclipse in Pisces that will touch upon themes of mental health, isolation, dreams, intuition, and the subconscious. In contrast to the Leo Solar eclipse, this eclipse is the last in a series that began on September of 2024. It will feel like a turbo-charged Full Moon: illuminating, emotional, and geared towards letting go. It’s important you release old fears or limiting beliefs and consciously heal grief or old emotional wounds at this time. Find peace with something (or someone) you cannot control; lead with compassion and faith, but don’t let it get to the point of self-sacrifice. Dreams will be vivid and telling; emotions will be high. You’ve done a lot of this important, often scary, work alone; congratulate yourself on wrapping up this journey. The end of August will also have you busy with work and everyday life. It’s a great time to prioritize health and wellness, which I’m sure you’ll need after all these eclipses!

August begins with a little sprinkle of love, especially once Venus enters her home sign of Libra on the 6th. While all Venusian topics (love! art! harmony!) will receive the benefits of a happier, more fully resourced Venus, you’ll feel it most within your work and health routines. As you reap the rewards of a more pleasant work environment and creative project collaborations, don’t forget to schedule in some indulgent self-care! It’s the perfect time to try a new class at the gym, book a spa day, and enjoy decadent and nutritious meals. Aim for balance, and try to weave as much beauty into everyday life as you can. This is also a hallmark workplace romance transit!

The real meat of this month’s astrology, however, occurs on the 12th during the Leo Solar eclipse. This eclipse, which is the first in a brand-new series, will usher in a new chapter within your home and family life. This could involve moving, renovating, redecorating, buying/selling, or even simply rethinking what “home” means to you. Changes or new developments within your family structure may be afoot; perhaps it’s time to establish healthier boundaries or heal longstanding ancestral trauma. Remember: eclipses often coincide with literal events that, as you look back at this time in your life, will be obvious markers indicating The Big Change; while that kind of immediate and dramatic change makes for a better story, it’s much more likely that a seed will be planted, one that will grow over the next 18 months or so as its story unfolds. You’ll need to let go of certain things that are standing in the way of full authentic expression — of creating a home (or career) that reflects who you are. This particular eclipse has a strong focus on communication and power dynamics, as well as a need for freedom or individuality; its echoes will be felt throughout the rest of the month. And, as Mars simultaneously moves through clingy, nostalgic Cancer, make sure your actions are aligned with your emotions…but don’t let nostalgia get in the way of forward movement.

The end of August delivers yet another eclipse: one with very different energy that, in contrast to the louder Leo eclipse, signals a major ending as opposed to a new beginning. The Pisces Lunar eclipse of August 28th the final one in its series and, in combination with it being a Lunar eclipse, indicates an emotional turning point or closure involving your friendships and the communities you belong to. For the last year-and-a-half, you’ve been busy creating community; that journey is now at its close. Perhaps its time to let some friendships go or find a new group of people to learn from. Themes of romance, pleasure, creative expression, and children are also a vibe. Messages will emerge, emotions will almost certainly be high, but they don’t have to be sad — enjoy the feeling of accomplishment and completion as you prepare for the new cycle!

The month is full of fun and creativity, especially once Venus enters Libra and your decadent 5th house on August 6th! Venus is at home in Libra, meaning you can expect smoother romantic and sexual experiences, as well as extra luck in your creative pursuits. Think of it this way: Venus is an artist, and the next few weeks are a master class in the art of having fun. It’s the absolute best time to meet new romantic partners, try new restaurants, go to shows, and hang out with your favorite kiddos (or express your inner child). You may also feel super inspired over the next few weeks, but even if you don’t feel like creating art, definitely go out and enjoy some! Take advantage of the energy of August 10th, which offers abundant opportunities for healing and romantic transformation…as long as you’re willing to be raw, honest, and vulnerable. (Horrors!)

The real drama, however, begins on the 12th. As a bold, loud Solar eclipse in Leo arrives, it’s time to put some thought into, well, how you think. That’s because this eclipse wants to completely revamp how communication, learning, and self-expression manifest in your life. This could mean finding your authentic voice and learning to speak with authority; it may also indicate educational institutions, advancing your skills, learning new technologies, and/or writing projects. Remember, this is Leo energy — confidence and self-possession are key! New neighborhood developments or changes within sibling relationships are also possible. It’s important to remember that, while eclipses always usher in new eras, much of the time these major changes evolve over a long period of time. So, while some of you will experience a vivid, watershed event, many more will be planting seeds that will gradually bear fruit. This eclipse also features a lot of Mercurial themes, which, as a Gemini, are your forte! Expect important, possibly challenging conversations, and a surprise (or two) is likely in store. Even if you have no clue where this will end up, try to have a clear idea of something you’d like to begin. Echoes of these themeswill reverberate throughout the month; opportunities to shed old patterns will fall into your lap. Don’t ignore them.

But wait, there’s another eclipse on deck, this time in watery Pisces on the 28th! In contrast to the Leo eclipse, this one is a Lunar eclipse, indicating a major ending instead of a beginning. Just like the Leo eclipse is the first in a new series, this Pisces eclipse is the last in its series, completing a cycle that began in September of 2024, one that completely changed your career aspirations and public life. Lunar eclipses illuminate; something hidden may be brought into the light. Possible scenarios include a major career ending or turning point, or receiving long-overdue recognition for your work. It’s also possible themes of home and family are roped in. Whatever happens, it will be emotional and full of healing…and possibly confusing (Pisces isn’t exactly the most clarifying energy in the zodiac). Try to give your intuition an audience and consider the most meaningful path. As a side note, you could be spending a lot more cash this month due to Mars’s presence in Cancer and your financial sector! Curb any emotional overspending and focus on purchasing only those things that nurture your body and spirit.

August is a month during which your experience of home, family, identity, and finances intersect. As Venus enters her home sign of Libra on the 6th, anything involving home and family will receive an extra boost of beauty, fairness, and harmony! Over the next several weeks, you could find yourself redecorating your home, buying/selling real estate, or hosting friends for dinner parties. This is also an excellent time to work on improving family dynamics, especially on the 10th, a day with the potential can heal power imbalances…but only if you keep the faith and leave your ego at the door. This theme will continue throughout August, so expect a little surprise on the 12th, positive energy on the 17th, and (perhaps) a challenge on the 21st. The real drama begins on the 12th, however, with the arrival of the Leo Solar eclipse. This eclipse, which is the first in an all-new series, will initiate a new chapter surrounding money, possessions, and self-worth. Change is coming; whether it takes the form of new financial opportunities or healing your relationship with things, the most important thing to remember is that you need to make room for abundance to flow in. Releasing old patterns and ways of being are key. There could be a tinge of resentment or even self-flagellation, around the time of this eclipse — that’s because Mars, planet of anger and action, enters your sign on the 11th, indicating, well, all of the above! However, Mars also represents initiative, so try to flip the script. Instead of letting anger or annoyance ruin your day, utilize Martial energy to set your new goals in motion. While eclipses can deliver major events that clearly delineate the end of one era and the beginning of another, it’s more likely a seed is planted — one whose fruit will gradually arrive over the next 18 months or so. Keep that in mind as August burns on, especially during the eclipse and the days surrounding it, which will abandon any nuance and make the need for change very loud and very clear. Heed your intuition and make a plan.

Meanwhile, there’s yet another eclipse at the end of the month! Unlike the Leo Solar Eclipse, the Pisces Lunar eclipse of August 28th is not a beginning, but an ending. This is the very last eclipse in a series that began during September of 2024, one that guided you towards expanding your beliefs, learning and pursuing higher education, as well as travel. It was essentially a journey of expansion for your mind and spirit! As the Pisces eclipse signals the end of that journey, you’ll experience a moment of culmination or closure within those topics. What will you do with all you’ve learned and experienced? If you’re holding onto to beliefs that no longer resonate with who are now, it’s time to let those go, too. As your worldview evolves, the astrology of August will help you find the next path.

It’s your birthday season, and August does not stint on the drama! As the Leo Solar eclipse blasts into your orbit on the 12th, you’ll enter an all-new era of personal evolution — but first, Venus. The planet of love and beauty will enter her home sign of Libra on August 6th, initiating several weeks of extra balance and harmony within anything involving communication, learning, writing, social media, siblings, your neighborhood, and everyday transit/short trips. It’s a lovely time to intentionally resolve any nagging misunderstandings, as well as begin creative projects involving writing and/or tech. You’ll also be extra charming, your words laced with poetry and diplomacy, so flirt your heart out and stay open to local meet-cutes or chatting up that cute barista or lab partner. It’s mostly light-hearted, with the exception of the 10th, a day that holds transformative power — especially if you use your words. The key is to restore the balance of power while staying grounded. The most anticipated celestial event this month is August 12th’s Leo Solar eclipse — the first eclipse in an all-new series that will unfold over the next year-and-a-half. Since it’s obviously hitting a very important part of your chart, this particular eclipse series will influence many, many aspects of your life: identity and sense of self, physical appearance, life goals, confidence, self-expression, confidence, and visibility, just to name a few! The catch is that, in order to welcome The New You, you’re going to have to do some releasing: to purge old identities, no matter how attached to them you’ve become. It would also be wise to look within and pinpoint where in your life excess pride or the need for recognition/approval is holding you back. This is an incredibly personal eclipse; whatever occurs will be unique to your life and circumstances. Keep in mind that eclipses build upon each other. A major event could happen, but it’s just as likely a little baby seed is planted, a vision of your life in a few years. It’s up to you to strategize where you’d like to go and who you’d like to be. As Mars simultaneously enters Cancer and your secretive 12th house, send the planet of action and aggression on a controlled-burn mission: light a mental bonfire using old, unhelpful subconscious patterns as kindling.

Meanwhile, there’s a second, much different eclipse in Pisces on the 28th. In contrast to the Leo eclipse, this one is the last in its series, signifying endings, completion, and letting go…especially surrounding shared finances, taxes, inheritances, intimacy and trust, personal transformation, death, grief, and rebirth. (Yeah, it’ll be chill.) The lessons you’ve learned about these topics and how they show up in your life have probably been intense and tinged with intuition, dreams, and the surrender of control. As this Pisces eclipse wraps up that journey, expect an illuminating and deeply emotional moment of closure, as well as clarifying messages and communications. Release those last dregs of fear and allow yourself to trust in the support of the universe. Treat yourself with compassion — you’ve been to the astrological underworld and made it out to the other side.

On the 6th, Venus, planet of love and beauty, enters Libra and your financial sector to balance and beautify anything and everything involving your income, personal resources, possessions, even your self-worth! This is a rather decadent transit; you’ll naturally gravitate towards luxury purchases or new clothes and beauty products. Remember: while Venus symbolizes all of these things, she also loves balance! It’s also an ideal time to ask for a raise or generally just get your finances in order. On the 10th, Venus connects with darkly transformative Pluto, tying in themes of health and productivity, as well as your work environment and daily routines. This indicates transformativediscovery, i.e. learning something revealing about your current job, seeing a productivity jump due to tweaking your schedule, or watching your bank account grow by improving your spending habits. Also, if whatever you experience comes with an imbalance of power, now’s the time to figure that out.

August brings not one, but two eclipses, indicating this month is quite exciting, weird, disruptive, and transformative all at once. On the 12th, the Leo Solar eclipse arrives to usher in a new, deeply internal cycle. Solar eclipses are associated with beginnings, and since this one is also the first in an all-new series, it’s truly a new beginning. This eclipse, which is akin to a turbo-charged New Moon, will not-so-gently urge you towards letting go of old emotional patterns, spending more time in reflection and solitude, and learning how to trust your intuition. The internal quality to this cosmic cycle likely means no splashy, exciting eclipse-related events will occur; instead, the shift will be felt within your psyche. This transformational cycle will last for 18 months, so try to think of how you’d like your experience of it to go. We know you love a plan! And schedule in extra rest and solitude, because this energy will be felt throughout all of August.

But wait, there’s another eclipse this month, this time in Pisces and your 7th house of committed partnership. This is a lunar eclipse; it’s also the last of its series. So while the Leo eclipse that occurs earlier in the month symbolizes a new beginning, this Pisces eclipse, which lands on the 28th, indicates completion, revelation, and closure. This could mean the end of a relationship — or reaching a new level of commitment with your partner. A Lunar eclipse is akin to a very powerful Full Moon, so expect emotional revelations and empathic communication. The heavy Pisces influence may also lead to increased sensitivity, the dissolution of boundaries, or realizing you’ve been over-idealizing a partner. This isn’t just about romantic relationships: any significant one-on-one relationships are fair game! You may also realize something about yourself around this time, something that deeply influences your relationship experiences. This could be something like wanting more freedom or feeling like you’ll never be accepted for who you really are. Whatever emotions arise, process them thoroughly: release anything toxic, and work through the rest. And don’t underestimate the power of communication. One small side quest this month involves your friendships and communities. As Mars enters Cancer on the 11th, expect some drama within your social circles; conversely, you may just feel like spending more time and energy on your friends.

Extra magnetism and confidence flow your way this month, especially once Venus enters Libra on the 6th! A very important planet for all Libras, hosting Venus in your sign will make you extra Venusian: extra attractive, charming, and elegant. It’s the perfect time to change your look, shop for new clothes, or get your hair done; you’ll also feel more creative and artistic. Oh, and don’t be surprised if new friends or romantic prospects waltz into your life! However, watch out for overspending on luxury items and/or and being overly decadent — as well as avoiding necessary conflict just to keep the peace. (Think of it as essentially being extra Libra this month.) On the 10th, Venus makes a connection to Pluto, signaling a moment of depth and transformation. This energy will touch every life area, but it’ll especially make for intense romantic and artistic endeavors. Consider deepening a current relationship with open vulnerability and emotional depth, and make way for creative breakthroughs! And if the intensity is too much for you, feel free to work it out in the bedroom.

The major story this month, however, is the Leo Solar eclipse of August 12th. This eclipse, which is the first in its series, will usher in an all-new chapter involving your friendships and communities. This could mean meeting influential people, joining new groups, releasing toxic friendships, or even taking on a more visible role within circles you already belong to (cuz Leo). Remember, this is a beginning; it’s possible nothing of note happens, but over the course of the next 18 months, you’ll look back and recognize this moment as a turning point. Because this eclipse is in Leo, themes of confidence, leadership, authority, and recognition may also crop up. Challenging conversations or thought patterns are also possible. The energy of this major cosmic event will trickle through most of August, so get ready for it! Since eclipses come in pairs, August is capped off with another shake-up in the form of a Pisces Lunar eclipse on the 28th! This eclipse delivers quite a different vibe from the Leo eclipse, which is hellbent on new beginnings — while this last Pisces eclipse is a major, major ending involving something that began in September of 2024. Expect a culmination or revelation surrounding work, health, pets, and your daily routines. Perhaps you’re wrapping up a big project at work or reaping the results of a new focus on self-care; whatever occurs, process any related emotions and understand thatweaving small moments of imagination and magic into your daily life isn’t a want, it’s a need. Lastly, this month’s side quest involves Mars entering Cancer to spice up your career…which makes sense, right?

You’re entering a quieter, more introspective time within relationships, pleasure, creativity, and even feelings of self-worth. That’s because Venus, planet of love, beauty, and harmony, will enter Libra and your reclusive 12th house on August 6th, indicating an ideal time to work through subconscious relationship patterns and let go of lingering baggage. You may also feel extra intuitive and sensitive, preferring quiet moments of beauty and solo art appreciation. Keep in mind that secret relationships are a traditional hallmark of this energy…as well as becoming involved with unavailable people. Elevate your experience by simply not engaging in things you know aren’t good for you! On the 10th, a moment of transformative intensity arrives. As Venus joins forces with Pluto, take advantage of a rare opportunity to heal ancestral trauma — especially as it relates to your current relationship experiences. It’s also possible you’ll see some improvement within troublesome home and family dynamics. The major astrological story of the month, however, arrives on the 12th in the form of a Solar eclipse in Leo. This eclipse is the first in an all-new series, so get ready to welcome some much-needed change within your career and public image! A Solar eclipse is like a turbo-charged New Moon; like all New Moons, it represents planting fresh seeds that will eventually bear fruit, usually around 6 months down the line. Eclipses, however, tend to be more intense, sort of pushing you towards something you might not have done on your own — something that, when looking back, you’ll recognize as a clear beginning. Now’s the time to embrace this major Leo energy by stepping into authenticity, personal authority, creativity, and extra visibility! You’re your own PR team, so roll up your sleeves and start that rebrand. Lead with confidence, not ego; self-awareness, not self-absorption. This vibe, which echoes throughout the month, will likely involve some verbal power struggles or clashes, or even a surprise (or two). Don’t forget to release, release, and release some more; it’s the only way to get the clarity you need.

Meanwhile, there’s yet another eclipse on the docket, this time in watery Pisces! This eclipse, which occurs on the 28th, will be a much different experience than the Leo eclipse. Not only is it a Lunar eclipse, it’s also the last in its series, indicating endings, closure, and the completion of a major cycle — especially when we’re talking about friendship, community, and your extended social circles. This eclipse is the end of an era that began in September of 2024; think back on the events of that time to gain a better grasp of how those life areas have transformed. Now, as that journey reaches the finish line, take some time to mourn any friendships you’ve had to let go of…and celebrate entering a new phase of community, one that hopefully reflects your needs and values. Emotions may be high, but you can handle it! Powerful insights and helpful messages or communications will help you process it all. 

August begins with an emphasis on friends and community, especially once Venus enters Libra and your super-social 11th house on the 6th. Expect to reconnect with old friends or make new ones, and, if you’re interested in a new romance, look within your social circle! If your social life could use some extra harmony and balance, this is the absolute best time to let Venus work her magic. Of course, you have to give the planet of relationships some help, so call up your besties, plan a fun outing, and don’t forget to lead with fairness, tact, and diplomacy. This is also a perfect time to drum up creative collaborations or gain community support for an important goal; the path is paved with cosmic sparkle; you just have to network and find the right people! A few potential pitfalls of this energy include trying way too hard to keep the peace by sacrificing your own needs or spreading yourself too thin socially. Aim for harmony and balance, especially on the 10th as Venus joins forces with Pluto to help you enact necessary changes in your communication style and how you relate to others. Other possible manifestations of this energy include neighborhood alliances, learning new things with friends, and/or repairing sibling relationships. Harness the power of your support group, because the real action begins on the 12th with a laser-focused Leo Solar eclipse. This eclipse initiates a brand-new cycle within anything involving higher education, travel, religious or philosophical studies, and the expansion of your worldview. You’re uniquely suited to this energy, so dive in with joy, confidence, and authenticity! This eclipse series will completely transform these life areas for you: whether that means applying to grad school or exploring a new spiritual path, the next year-and-a-half will provide the journey your spirit hungers for. Expect to do some releasing, however — you have to get rid of the old to make room for the new. It’s possible you experience a crisis of faith or find yourself stuck in your belief systems, but keep in mind that all of this isn’t coming from nowhere: it’s the logical response to your recent life experiences. This eclipse could bring a major event, but it’s just as likely it delivers its message internally as a deep desire to explore and expand. Glimmers of the path forward will be revealed via intuition, insights, and loaded communications, so pay attention!

Meanwhile, there’s yet another eclipseon the docket for August. Unlike the Leo eclipse, the Pisces Lunar eclipse of the 28th is the last in its series, indicating not a new beginning, but the completion of a major cycle. For the last 18 months, you’ve been focused on home and family. Whatever that means for you (new house? a big move? a new focus on family?), this journey is now…completed. It’s possible one last big moment of illumination or revelation occurs. It’s important to process your feelings, honor everything you’ve been through, and put this chapter to bed — there’s a new journey on the way, and you’re the zodiac’s premier journeyer!

You’ll be blessed with extra luck and harmony within your career, reputation, and public image this month. That’s because Venus, planet of love and beauty, enters Libra and your achievement-focused 10th house on the 6th! Venus’s influence can bring recognition for your work, career advancement, reduced workplace conflict, and collaborative opportunities. (It’s also possible you meet a romantic interest while pursuing your goals!) Your most effective tools during this time will be relationship-building, tact, fairness, and diplomacy — think collaboration vs. competition and not putting someone else down to make yourself look better in comparison. (Spoiler: it won’t.) You may also feel the urge to pursue luxury and aesthetics, perhaps by redecorating your office or revamping website design or branding. A powerful moment of transformation arrives on the 10th as Venus joins forces with Pluto in Aquarius. This cosmic collab can help you get a raise (or otherwise increase your revenue streams); conversely, you may simply finally find the time to beautify your finances. Enjoy this extra sparkle, because the big astro news this month is the Leo Solar eclipse of August 12th. This eclipse, which is the very first in an all-new series, will bring about an event or moment of enlightenment that somehow kicks off a year-and-a-half long journey of financial transformation. When I say “finances,” I’m not exactly talking about the money you make: the focus will be more on shared resources, taxes, inheritances, and passive income — what astrologers call “other people’s money.” This new beginning will flesh itself out over the course of several months and will also touch upon themes of closeness, vulnerability, trust, emotional intimacy, death, and the occult. This may sound heavy, but try to accept this energy with gratitude because it has the potential to be deeply transformative. Perhaps a new investment opportunity falls into your lap or you decide to move in with a partner. As you release old fears and psychological patterns, it’s important to learn to trust in the unknown — and to believe in the power of a good underworld journey. There may be some simultaneous relationship drama, especially after the 11th, but it likely won’t be that serious. (In fact, it may even be pretty spicy!)

But wait — we have yet another eclipse this month! On the 28th, the Pisces Lunar eclipse arrives — not to begin a new journey, but to complete a cycle that began in September of 2024. This eclipse, which centers on communication, technology, and learning new skills (as well as siblings and your local environment), wants you to balance creativity and intuition with clarity in how you think and communicate. You might be completing a course of study or reaping the benefits of a journaling practice; you may also have experienced a major shift in a sibling relationship throughout this time, or with a neighbor or other close relative. This eclipse is a turning point or culmination in that process and could deliver one last illuminating moment or revelation. Lunar eclipses can be very emotional especially if they come with an ending, so don’t just ignore your emotions — actually process them. Honor what you’ve been through and be grateful for what you’ve learned…it’s time to welcome a new chapter. 

This month will have you itching to travel — nay, to journey — especially once Venus moves into her home sign of Libra on the 6th. The planet of love and beauty has a way of subtly shifting your values; during her stay in Libra, she’ll gently turn your loving attention towards the pursuit of knowledge, spiritual adventuring, and yes, travel. This is obviously a favorable month for long-distance vacations, but if you can’t swing that, fulfill that urge to explore by trying new cuisines, diving into interesting subjects (bonus points if they’re esoteric!), and taking smaller day trips. Since this is Venus we’re talking about, the potential to meet new romantic partners while doing anyof those things is strong…and if you’re coupled up, you’re welcome for the date night ideas. On the 10th, as Venus makes an important connection with Pluto, expect to get deep. An identity-transforming opportunity, likely one associated with the aforementioned topics, may arrive; it’s also possible you meet someone who will eventually have a meaningful impact on your life. At the very least, you’ll learn something that rewires your brain! The main astrological event this month, however, is the relationship-centric Leo Solar eclipse of August 12th. You’re currently on a partnership-focused journey; this eclipse, which is the very first in an all-new series, has the potential to jump-start a new beginning in your romantic life. It’s possible its timing coincides with a budding new romantic or business relationship or, conversely, the end of a long-term partnership. Pay attention to any events that occur during this eclipse, as well as the overall vibe, as they’re major clues as to what will transpire over the next year-and-a-half. It’s also super important to plant a seed — one that can steer your experience of this eclipse series, which is hell-bent on galvanizing your relationships, in a generally productive direction! Get clear with yourself as to what you’d like your closest partnerships to look like: make a literal list if possible. Vow to maintain authenticity, confidence, and creativity. Above all, release your relationship baggage. It’s time to lead with joy. Expect intense convos (and maybe even a little surprise or two).

As you process all of this, the end of August has yet another eclipse in store for you, this time a Lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 28th. Unlike the Leo eclipse, this one is the last in its series and signals a major ending or turning point surrounding your finances, possessions, and self-worth. This specific journey kicked off during September of 2024; look back on all that’s transpired and put this chapter to bed — without forgetting its incredibly potent lessons. One last revelation or emotional moment could arise, as well as important clarifying messages or insights. Keep in mind that your personal resources are wide and varied, like a deep well in your psyche; do the work so you can call on them whenever you choose.  

August starts on a rather deep note, especially once Venus enters her home sign of Libra and your intense 8th house. This chart sector is associated with a variety of themes, most notably shared resources, inheritance, taxes, intimacy, and trust. So yeah, Venus’s trip through Libra will take you on an underworld journey of sorts, especially regarding your finances and closest relationships. You’ll spurn shallow connections and, if you play your cards right, will find yourself strengthening trust and conquering fear of vulnerability. This is the energy of getting closer; of emotional and psychological growth; of rawness and release. In more practical terms, it’s also the energy of financial planning, joint accounts, and settling debts. It’s a tough transit to predict — whatever your experience, I encourage you to take advantage of an almost supernatural ability to see under the surface. On August 10th, as Venus joins forces with transformative Pluto, an opportunity to heal subconscious patterns arrives. You may gain insight into your own psyche, or that of a loved one; it’s also lovely energy for processing trauma, especially any lingering grief blocking you from healthy relationships and financial freedom. Let the shadows turn into wispy clouds beckoning you towards a new horizon. Meanwhile, August 12th’s Leo Solar eclipse swoops in with the necessary fire and drama to initiate a new beginning within work and health! A Solar eclipse marks a new cycle, and this one is extra new since this eclipse is the first in an all-new series. New job opportunities, revamping health and fitness, even adopting a pet are all ways this energy can manifest! Ask yourself: does my workplace and/or schedule support the life I want? How do I tweak my daily routines to weave more creativity, authentic self-expression, and even glamour into my life? (The eclipse is in Leo, after all…) The point is to encourage joy in the mundane. It’s possible tough work convos or power struggles will pop up around the time of this eclipse, so heed your intuition in order to carve a new future.

This theme dominates for a couple of weeks, until the 28th when yet another eclipse arrives, this time a Pisces Lunar eclipse — the very last in a long series that spurred major identity evolution for all you Pisces. Unlike the Leo eclipse, which symbolizes new beginnings, this Pisces eclipse will close out a journey that began in September of 2024: a journey of figuring out who you are now. A lot has happened since then. Relationships took the spotlight for a long while, but the question of “who am I?” has been simmering in the background the whole time. It makes sense; relationships are mirrors, after all. This eclipse may reveal something emotional that, when properly processed, can help provide the clarity you need. Vivid dreams and increased sensitivity and intuition may also deliver important guidance. This will likely be an intense moment for you in particular, so try to keep your schedule flexible. You’ll be tired, but once you finish grieving all those Old Yous, the excitement for what’s ahead will creep in! There is a small side quest this month, however. As Mars enters crabby Cancer on the 11th, prepare for extra spice and drama in your romantic and creative life, but after this year? You’re no stranger to that vibe…