Your Weekly Horoscopes: August 11 to 17, 2024

I’ve been hinting for weeks now that August is the wildest month we’ve had astrologically since 2020. The winds of change are blowing in every direction, and this week is when the hurricane finally hits land.

On the 14th , a wave of chaos rises when action planet Mars teams up with expansive Jupiter for their once in two year conjunction. With both planets in Gemini, expect sensational news and tantalizing gossip. They say actions speak louder than words but under this transit, the words are the actions. Mars-Jupiter aspects usually move things forward quickly, but on the 16th , Mars squares off with steady Saturn as if to say, “hey not so fast.” A challenge identified in April reaches a turning point. Time to push through it or break away.

Mercury retrograde moves back into Leo on the 14th , retracing steps taken and conversations initiated in mid-July. Mercury in Leo has a lot of pride, and can be rigid in its mindset. Something that felt fluid and easy last week gets much harder to negotiate under this influence. If it can wait, September is a much better time to make a deal.

(Horoscopes follow for each sign. If you know your rising sign, reading for that sign too will provide further insight.)

Your Monthly Horoscopes: August 2024

Aries (March 21 - April 19)

The roommate drama, sibling mess or group text war you’ve been so desperately trying to avoid reaches an explosive climax when Mars meets Jupiter on the 14th. You didn’t want to spend your week focusing on this problem, but you’re stuck cleaning it up through the weekend. Though it’s annoying to get your plans derailed, Mars’ square with Saturn on the 16th reminds you of the solace that can be found when you turn your notifications off, put on a good podcast and tidy your room in peace.

This week’s mantra: “Solo.”

Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

The money issues you’ve been trying to brush under the rug come to a head as Mars meets up with expansive Jupiter on the 14th. Jupiter transits bring blessings but also act as a magnifying glass and this one is revealing some tiny details you’ve ignored. As Mars squares off with Saturn on the 16th, you may also realize that what you’re actually lacking is generosity, particularly toward yourself. You saved all that money for a rainy day. It’s OK to spend some of it, even if you don’t think it’s “raining hard enough.”

This week’s mantra: “Care.”

Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

Things feel hot, heavy and pressurized for you this week as warrior Mars meets up with maximal Jupiter in your sign on the 14th. This influence gives you the energy (but not the patience) of a marathon runner, and it’s important that you “sweat it out” or risk turning that heat inwards and breaking out in hives. You’re bursting into a new phase in your self-expression. Though it feels wonderful to become , you may also face some resistance at work or from someone you admire as Mars squares off with Saturn on the 16th. Trust your own process.

This week’s mantra: “Embody.”

Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

Though everyone around you seems to be buzzing around, running in every direction, you’re feeling totally stuck in your head. The tension that comes with trying to control the uncontrollable comes to a climax as Mars meets up with Jupiter in your unconscious sector on the 14th. As you accept this moment of surrender, you’re learning that letting go comes with a lot of wisdom. Healthy routines won’t solve every problem, but they will get you out of the feedback loop in your head.

This week’s mantra: “Surrender.”

Leo (July 23 - August 22)

Social activities have brought you both great joy and major stress over the last few weeks and all of this comes to a head in one wild night as action planet Mars meets up with effusive Jupiter on the 14th. After what is either a whirlwind brainstorming session or an intense night of partying, you’re ready for a nap. But first: you have to accept some complicated power dynamics . Mercury retrograde also re-enters your sign on the 14th empowering you to reveal what’s on your mind (just remember to THINK before you speak).

This week’s mantra: “System.”

Virgo (August 23 - September 23)

The last few weeks have found you rushing to make moves on a new career or leadership opportunity and all of your efforts come to a head as action planet Mars meets up with expansive Jupiter on the 14th. Though this a moment for celebration, you’re also feeling a bit bogged down by obligations you have to others. Mercury retrograde moves into your unconscious sector on the 14th, giving you permission to take a step back and observe.

This week’s mantra: “Separate.”

Libra (September 23 - October 21)

You’ve been taking huge strides toward your vision and on the 14th, you launch the project, submit your thesis and set sail on your next adventure. Simultaneously though, you’re feeling bogged down by your daily responsibilities. You shouldn’t quit your daydream, but your day job needs a bit more attention. Mercury retrograde moves out of your unconscious sector into your community sector on the 14th, encouraging you to get out of your head and ask for help .

This week’s mantra: “Launch.”

Scorpio (October 22 - November 21)

Whether you’re dealing with overdue bills or a long overdue conversation, you can no longer avoid confrontation as Mars meets up with Jupiter in your shared resources sector on the 14th. The energy you’ve been putting into making this problem go away is better spent facing it. All of this stress is keeping you from having fun! Mercury retrograde returns to Leo on the 14th reminding you that it’s OK to take up space and share your feelings .

This week’s mantra: “Disclosure.”

Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

A relationship or contract that began back in the summer of 2022 is reaching a breaking point . Is it time for this energy to blossom into its next era or are you ready to let it go? As Mars meets Jupiter on the 14th, you find yourself in the thick of parsing through these connections, while also feeling bogged down by responsibilities with home and family. How are your relationships serving your foundational needs? Are you getting enough alone time to keep learning about yourself?

This week’s mantra: “Dissect.”

Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)

The past few weeks have felt like a chaotic race to the finish line. Whether you’re completing a grad school thesis, dealing with mystery health issues or working overtime to pay off debts , as Mars meets Jupiter on the 14th you do your final laps and reach peak burnout. What’s waiting for you on the other side is the excitement and horror of figuring out how to fill your time now that you no longer have this big project on your plate. Remember: you are what you spend your time doing.

This week’s mantra: “Stack.”

Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)

The past few weeks have seen you going to enormous lengths to make sure your romantic, sexual and creative desires are being fulfilled. It’s been satisfying and it’s also been painful. Putting yourself out there always comes with a bit of rejection. As Mars meets Jupiter on the 14th, you’re ready to stop pushing so hard and take time for self care. Though your ego has been bruised throughout this process, you’re also gaining more confidence in what you personally have to offer.

This week’s mantra: “Confidence.”

Pisces (February 19 - March 20)

The past few weeks have marked a major turning point in your home and family life and how it relates to your self-image. As Mars meets Jupiter on the 14th, you’re finally completing the enormous effort of this and are ready to take a step back and focus on yourself. Mercury moves back into Leo on the same day encouraging you to reset through revising your routines. How can you make your days just a little bit brighter ?

This week’s mantra: “Light.”

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