Astro Jewels: Weekly Horoscope 21st August 2023 – 27th August 2023

Things may start off slowly, but we’ve got some big cosmic changes taking place this week, [GoddessName].

You may find yourself feeling more sensitive when the Moon moves into Scorpio on Tuesday. This is a time when intuition is likely to be heightened, but so is suspicion. So trust your feelings, but be mindful that your need for self-preservation might stop you from allowing yourself to put yourself out there and do what needs to be done. We are in the last few days of Leo Season, so savour every drop of the spotlight.

Later on that day, Venus, the planet of relationships will square Jupiter, the planet of expansion. Squares between the 2 benefic planets are usually the least challenging of cosmic combos, but with Venus still retrograde it is likely that existing issues will be dug up and expanded, especially under the influence of the Scorpio Moon.   

Then finally, Mars, the planet of action and drive, will oppose Neptune, the planet of ideals and imagination. This isn’t really a time to try and push your physical boundaries too much as you may find your vitality levels are low. Also, don’t be surprised if the clarity you had around your direction suddenly becomes hazy. If you can, try and stick to any practical plans that you have already worked out, to help you navigate your way out of the fog.

The following day the Sun enters Virgo marking the start of a new solar season. Virgo season will take place until the 23rd September, offering us the opportunity to tap into our potential around our work, wellness and routines. Where Leo Season invited us to serve our highest selves, the Virgo vibe is more about how we can be of service to other people. However, it is important to not lose the lessons of Leo self-preservation. Balance is needed, which I’ll discuss in the upcoming Sun Season Summary.

If that wasn’t enough big Virgo action for the day, Mercury, the planet of ideas and communication begins its latest retrograde adventure, which will last until the 15th September. Whilst it’s not uncommon to expect issues around communication and sometimes technology, (if Uranus is involved}, Mercury retrograde offers us so much more than just delays and disputes. It is a time where we can reflect, reassess and renew, ready to move forward in a better way. 

On Thursday the Moon moves into optimistic Sagittarius, helping to lift any heaviness we may have been feeling over the past few days. We also enter the First Quarter phase of the lunar cycle, urging us to take action on our plans. Sagittarius (Moon) energy isn’t so much about the details, but Virgo (Sun) is, and it would be wise to maybe look at things with a more discerning eye before taking any big leaps. 

You may find yourself coming into some form of conflict either with yourself or others, but this is a time to hold onto the vision of your intentions and move forward with confidence and conviction, once you’ve done the necessary safety checks of course. You’ll go further faster!

This will be additionally supported on Friday when action orientated Mars will form a grounding earth trine to Pluto, the planet of transformation, helping us to make much needed sustainable change with more ease and efficiency. There is an opportunity here for us to look more practically at the structures we operate within, (both internally and externally) and work towards fixing them for future progress. 

On Saturday the Moon enters the disciplined sign of Capricorn, helping us to hone in further on our strategies for success. You may find yourself feeling more serious at this time, and whilst this is a good energy for building foundations and working on material goals, be sure to also focus on self-care and building your inner reserves, not just your outer resources. 

On Sunday the Sun will oppose Saturn, the planet of structure, which is currently residing in Pisces, the sign that knows no bounds. Once again, you may find yourself feeling confused about which direction you are heading in. Or conflicted with your own sense of self, especially in relation to others. 

Saturn teaches us about responsibility and with it being in opposition to the Sun, which is the planet most associated with our identity, you may experience some struggles with either showing up as yourself or taking responsibility for yourself. 

This could be further antagonised as Mars also enters Libra on this day. The sometimes codependent energy of Libra doesn’t always gel well with the independent and individualistic needs of Mars. But it is important to remember that we can only truly be responsible for the actions we take and we get to choose who we are and what we are willing to fight for.

Whilst you may struggle to fight for your own individual needs under this transit, it is likely that you will be more willing to battle it out for the causes and concerns that are close to your heart.

Before we close out the week we enter the Gibbous phase of the lunar cycle, which invites us to take stock of what is and isn’t working for us and make the necessary refinements to our plans. With the Moon still in Capricorn, there is an opportunity to be more practical and prudent with our approach. 

This is a good reminder that restrictions don’t have to limit us. With the right strategy in place they can be the thing that actually allows us the most space to grow. 

With Love
Eula xxx