ASTROLOGY FOR THE WEEK OF AUG 26-SEP 1 2024

MON AUG 26

The Moon is in Gemini as the week begins, making a square to the Sun, and going on to semisquare Chiron. This can see some tensions to navigate, with a slight possibility of some eggshells to walk on in the instance of there being delicate feelings that are easily triggered. This can see a bit of a nervous energy. The emphasis on Gemini encourages communication, which may have been somewhat challenging recently. Towards early evening, the Moon conjoins Jupiter, which continues to square Saturn. There’s a desire to expand, entertain optimism, generosity, and good faith, and to act or communicate spontaneously, but this may be hampered by responsibilities, tensions, or other issues that can make it challenging to find a sweet spot between your own personal goals, and other realities. The Moon also goes on to Square Saturn and sesquisquare Pluto as well in the evening, which can see a lot of thoughts or feelings bubbling to the surface, but there may be difficulty expressing them. There may still be some lessons in process or realities to adapt to, and certain tensions are still in a process of dissipating this week. 

TUES AUG 27

The early part of the day can see a lighter feeling, with more courage, focus, and direction. There can be more ease and confidence around communicating, with the Moon conjunct Mars and Jupiter while sextile Mercury and Chiron. It can feel good and even somewhat therapeutic to air certain thoughts or concerns. Venus has been square Mars and is now trine Uranus, which see’s a lot to adapt to socially, interpersonally, and financially. There can be a busy atmosphere with a lot of movement, short distance travels, errands, and the like, and generally a lot of nervous energy. Late afternoon/early evening PST however, the Moon squares Neptune, seeing a sleepy, or out of focus energy that can make it a bit difficult to concentrate. Try to soothe the nerves somehow with relaxing or enjoyable activities, that help redirect the mind away from uncertainties, worries, or concerns. 

WED AUG 28

 The Moon enters Cancer at 1:47 AM PST, which see’s it sextile the Sun, semisquare Mercury, and square Juno. This can see some tensions around partnership agreements, or in the very least, a push to improve or clarify them. It may help to make extra effort to think before speaking, to minimize the potential for misunderstandings. There is actually a lot that is going well, but small sticking points, differences, or clashes of will may still need some fine tuning. Mercury stations direct at 2:14 PM PST, which is good news, as the coming few weeks can see certain issues heading towards resolution, which can have a liberating effect. This evening can highlight some unexpected situations, behaviors, or chaos factors with the Moon in tension with Uranus. Being prepared ahead of time with back up plans or alternative strategies if necessary can help create more security or stability.  Maybe something or someone just needs more patience or tolerance. 

THURS AUG 29

Venus enters harmony seeking Libra at 6:23 AM PST, a sign that Venus is particularly at home in. The Moon in Cancer is trine Saturn and square Chiron today, which can see a sensitive atmosphere, but there’s also the wisdom, focus and self discipline presently to focus on tackling tasks, tending to the foundations in life, taking extra care of yourself, while avoiding upsetting others (as much as is realistically possible.) Venus is still trine Uranus, opposite Neptune, and trine Pluto just now, which can bring interesting insights into the patterns that have developed in certain relationships, or regarding financial affairs, or issues around sharing power or resources. There may be a need to handle certain dynamics carefully, or to take a different approach to the undercurrents permeating certain dynamics or situations, for the sake of peace, harmony and balance. 

FRI AUG 30

The Moon in Cancer is opposite Pluto, trine Neptune, and sextile Uranus and Venus, going on to sesquisquare Saturn. This can see some intense and surprising experiences or dynamics socially or interpersonally. On the one hand, things could potentially be very illuminating, providing a great deal of insight. On the other hand, there may be a desire to escape or slink off away from too much intensity or volatility, especially with Mars strengthening a square to Neptune, which can see energy levels a bit low. There may be a need for patience in the face of frustrations at certain points. There could also be a need for self containment, or the feeling that expressing your authentic thoughts or feelings about something isn’t worth the trouble, as Venus in Libra is keenly aware of the need for peace and diplomacy. The Moon enters Leo around 10:09 AM PST, where it forms a semi square to Jupiter, so keeping a lid on things can become increasingly challenging, but there can be positive elements to this.  Evening time see’s Saturn take a step back, which can remove restraints, (or make patience or endurance seem less important.)

SAT AUG 31

The Moon in Leo makes a semisquare to Mars early on, which can see some irritability or passion. The afternoon see’s things gear towards more reflection when the Moon makes a quincunx to Saturn. This is good, because it can help to distill things a bit and make some adjustments before the Moon conjoins Mercury while sextile Jupiter, trine Chiron and semisquare Venus in the evening. Intentionally gearing things in a harmonious direction can help to ensure it’s maintained. There can actually be some high minded, good spirited discussions. 

SUN SEP 1

Uranus stations retrograde today at 8:18 AM PST, and won’t station direct until Jan 30, 2025. This kicks off a cycle that turns the impetus towards change, rebellion, individuality, and authenticity, inwards on itself. We may be more inclined to present an outwardly agreeable or obedient nature, or appear to “follow the rules” during this period, even if internally, we may feel at odds. The inner world and our relationship to it gains more importance during this time, so although we may have to make certain adjustments or concessions externally, nothing and no one can take our inner world away from us. This period can be used to review what it is that holds us back, and to work on becoming more free to be completely and fully ourselves. The Moon in Leo is conjunct Mercury, sextile Mars, and square Uranus, which can see a pretty spicy atmosphere. Funneling this into constructive and decisive actions is a good use of the energy and can help avoid the more negative potentials. Pluto re-enters Capricorn at 5:10 PM PST, for a final farewell to the horned one, giving us a chance to make final revisions in this area of our lives before it leaves once more for the final time.