ASTROLOGY FOR THE WEEK OF AUG 12-18 2024

MON AUG 12

The week begins with the Moon in Scorpio, opposite Uranus, trine Saturn, square the Sun, quincunx Chiron, and going on to trine Neptune as the day approaches evening. This can be a hit the ground running type of energy, with a need to be adaptable and rise to challenges, while digging into deep reserves of energy, resources, and endurance levels. Afternoon can see some feelings of weakness or vulnerability. Perhaps energy is low, or the physical vessel feels pushed to it’s limits. There could also be a general feeling of being overwhelmed by the tasks at hand or the demands of the day. Mars and Jupiter tightly conjoined in Gemini this week can see a frantic pace that makes high demands on energy, while Jupiter squaring up to Saturn confronts us with the limitations of what is realistically possible to achieve in a specific timeframe. This poses a challenge to strike a balance between personal desires and responsibilities, making it extremely important to prioritize and factor in the unavoidable necessities of life, otherwise you’ll simply be reminded that you haven’t quite achieved cyborg status yet. Evening time can see a strange mixture of attempting to wind down while the nervous system still feels overactive, as if it intends to carry on like the Terminator. Whoa turbo.

TUES AUG 13

The Moon enters Sagittarius at 3:01 AM, where it squares Mercury Rx in Virgo, and is quincunx Hygeia, the asteroid of health and healing. There may be a need to make some adjustments to schedules, routines, expectations, or demands, to accommodate things like inhabiting a human body. This may be challenging, as Mars and Jupiter perfect a conjunction at 16 degrees today, while Saturn reminds Jupiter of mortal limitations, much like Icarus flying too close to the Sun. You can’t be in two places at once. These aspects can easily bite off more than they can chew and digest properly, so being flexible and understanding of yourself and others can help prevent wings from melting. As the day wears on, the Moon goes on to square Venus and sesquisquare Chiron, seeing some potential tensions between others, as everyone carries their own personal albatross of blessings and curses and has to adjust expectations of one another accordingly. Being flexible and understanding will help get the most out of these configurations and make things flow more cohesively and organically. Mercury Rx square Uranus, and quincunx Neptune and Pluto can see some private troubles or concerns, and a preoccupation with resolving problems and improving circumstances.

WED AUG 14

The Moon is square Venus and opposite Mars and Jupiter, while square Saturn, and semisquare Pluto. This can see some strong desires accompanied by restlessness in the face of delays, restrictions, heavy burdens, or responsibilities. The afternoon can see more courage and optimism as the Moon makes trines to the Sun in Leo and Chiron in Aries. There’s a determination to bring more fun, passion, and levity back into things that may have been stuck in crisis resolution or worry mode. This trend is doubly accentuated with Mercury backtracking into Leo at 5:16 PM PST. It may be a bit difficult to focus this evening, but regaining a sense of courage, hope, confidence, and possibility can be worthwhile in and of itself. Tomorrow can see some shifts in routine that can require extra attention to taking good care of yourself or others. 

THURS AUG 15

Mars perfects a square to Saturn today at 17 degrees, which can see extra discipline and endurance required just now. It’s conjunction to Jupiter can emphasize journeys, travel, or juggling a lot of different things at once. Even if things are a bit overwhelming, there can be a feeling of pride and satisfaction that progress is being made. The Moon in late Sagittarius early this morning squaring Neptune, quincunx Uranus, while trine Chiron and Mercury suggests being slightly thrown out of whack by the shifts in routine that are demanded by the day. Taking your time early on to get going at a gentle and leisurely pace can help generate the fortitude to “handle the business.” The Moon enters stoic Capricorn at 10:51 AM PST, which marches forward with purpose, even if fatigued, zombified, drained or hung over. The Moon’s contact to Ceres and Hygeia suggests caring, nurturing or healing activities can play a role in the day. Responsibilities, showing up for others, and performing essential tasks that lead to improved circumstances for yourself or others may not be easy or glamorous, but it’s worthwhile to attend to life’s little things. 

FRI AUG 16

The Moon in Capricorn is trine Venus in Virgo today, building a sextile to Saturn while quincunx Jupiter and Mars in Gemini. This can see a lot of effort put into stabilizing situations and making adjustments that can get things more organized. There can also be efforts put into healing, health, self care, technical details, or care for a loved one or small animals. Getting things stabilized to make way for more changes on the way can be a factor. Establishing new habits, patterns or rituals can feel good. Evening time see’s the Moon square Chiron, which can see sensitivity. Take good care of yourself, and spend some time nurturing yourself or others. Moon square Chiron always potentiates the possibility of butthurt, sensitive issues, or simply feeling under the weather, so if this is the case, use it as an opportunity for healing, nurturing, and bridge building as opposed to bridge burning. Tomorrow there can be a need for flexibility, but there can also be some opportunities to relax and gain new insights.

SAT AUG 17

The Moon is trine Uranus, sextile Neptune, quincunx Mercury Rx, and conjoins Pluto today. Mercury Rx backing through Leo heading close to the Sun can see information or opportunities resurfacing. Mercury square Uranus and trine Chiron can also see new healing methodologies or information related to health and healing, either physically or psychologically, come to light. This can also see good premonitions and insights into certain matters. Exciting or unexpected situations can arise, or suppressed issues can come to the surface. Mars and Jupiter are still close together and squaring Saturn, seeing a frentic pace that can make balancing priorities a challenge. Venus making an awkward angle to Pluto can see some tensions interpersonally or around money, pleasure, or there can be some creative breakthroughs. There’s been a lot that needs to get done, making spinning a lot of plates and managing a lot of issues necessary. The Moon sextile Neptune encourages taking some time to relax, which may require some maneuvering. The Moon heads into Aquarius at 2:45 PM PST, which can see some initial intensity.

SUN AUG 18

The Moon in Aquarius is trine Mars and Jupiter in Gemini, making a quincunx to Venus in Virgo, and tense minor aspect to Juno, which can see some subtle tensions or awkwardness, with a need to make some minor adjustments in expectations or to managing routines. Overall however, there is a determination and optimism for the week ahead, which kicks off with a Full Moon. Venus now opposing Saturn and squaring Mars and Jupiter can see a lot of passion and enthusiasm, and it can be easy to go over the top, overextend yourself or spread yourself too thin. It’s ok to say “no” if you’re feeling too stretched or pressed. Take care to not take on more than is feasible, healthy or realistic. This also goes for what you may be expecting from other people. Remember that you’re not a cyborg and neither are your friends or loved ones. Relationships, pleasure, or finances can see dynamics where one person is in a better position than the other, or one person has more passion and enthusiasm than the other. This can place a lot of pressure on dynamics. There can also be issues of obligation or responsibility that put a damper on fun and games. Overall, this energy is excellent for whipping things into shape, overcoming obstacles, and streamlining things. Staying in touch with mortal limitations and a healthy sense of priorities will continue to be important.