Happy mid-August, friends!
Can you believe we’re already two-thirds through the month? Summer has flown by. After the recent eclipse season and the energetic shakes that came with it, the pace eases now as we move toward the next seasonal shift. In the Northern Hemisphere we begin to sense Autumn and harvest; in the Southern Hemisphere, springtime dreams are starting to bloom—cheers to that!
This week’s astrology brings a mellow, pleasant energy. Planetary placements are leaning into sunny, confident Leo vibes, so expect flattering attention, warm connections, and an overall easy, radiant mood.
If last week felt intense, that’s understandable: a Full Moon in Aquarius may have brought a project or emotional chapter to completion, while Uranus turning retrograde and Jupiter going direct shifted the landscape—luck and surprising developments are in the air. Still, this week is quieter and kinder. Conjunctions and trines dominate, which usually means smoother flow and positive momentum.
Enjoy the gentle lull and the soft glow as you savor the last weeks of summer and begin to welcome new opportunities ahead.
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Until then, here’s a look at the week ahead. Namaste.
Planetary Locations During August 19–26, 2019:
• Sun: Leo (July 23 – August 23); Virgo (August 23 – September 23, 2019)
• Mercury: Cancer (July 19 – August 11, 2019)
• Venus: Leo (July 28 – August 21, 2019)
• Mars: Virgo (August 18, 2019 – October 4, 2019)
• Jupiter: Sagittarius (until December 2, 2019); Retrograde: April 10, 2019 – August 11, 2019
• Saturn: Capricorn (until March 22, 2020); Retrograde: April 29, 2019 – September 17, 2019
• Uranus: Taurus (March 6, 2019 – August 19, 2021); Retrograde: August 11, 2019 – January 10, 2020
• Neptune: Pisces (until January 2026)
• Pluto: Capricorn (until October 12, 2024); Retrograde: April 24 – October 2, 2019
Daily Snapshots for August 19–25, 2019:
Monday, August 19
Sun: Leo – Lead with warm-hearted care at home; success tends to follow.
Moon: Aries – That spark of passion inside you wants to be expressed.
Tuesday, August 20
Sun: Leo
Moon: Aries
Wednesday, August 21
Sun: Leo
Moon: Taurus – Slow, steady effort brings abundance.
Transit:
- Mercury in Leo trine Jupiter in Sagittarius – This is a friendly, expansive conversation energy. Mercury and Jupiter in Fire signs create playful, optimistic dialogue. Expect witty, flirtatious exchanges and an overall sense of good fortune in social and creative interactions.
Thursday, August 22
Sun: Leo
Moon: Taurus
Friday, August 23
Sun: Virgo – Attention to detail is attractive and productive.
Moon: Gemini – Choices and consequences are linked; stay curious.
Saturday, August 24
Sun: Virgo
Moon: Gemini
Transit:
- Venus in Virgo conjunct Mars in Virgo – The love and desire planets meet closely in pragmatic Virgo, emphasizing tenderness in small acts and practical affection. Passion is grounded in detail-oriented care; thoughtful gestures have real romantic power today.
Read this before you wrap up August: consider the numerological significance of the month and its themes of responsibility and accomplishment.
Sunday, August 25
Sun: Virgo
Moon: Cancer – Nurturing others nourishes your own soul.