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Your Weekly Horoscopes: August 4 to 10, 2024

A good week in a rocky month

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As someone who (for better or for worse) errs on the side of optimism, I’m thrilled to let you know that though August 2024 is a doozy, this week features the best of its astrology.

The new moon in Leo on the 4th kicks things off like a bittersweet late summer day at the pool. Hope comes in the form of considering all of our options. This is not a time for being close minded. Venus enters Virgo on the 4th where the love planet shows her love through attention to detail and acts of service. In a month this messy, it’s good to have someone around who’s willing to clean up! Especially because Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th where delays, miscommunication and meandering routes are the norm.

The 7th offers two lovely aspects: the sun sextile Jupiter which brings good vibes and a sense of accomplishment; and Mercury retrograde conjunct Venus, a signature aspect of poets and songwriters. Craft your new moon intentions carefully here as those affirmations will carry you through the rest of August’s rocky road.

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

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Aries (March 21 - April 19)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to take care of your inner child. I’m going to give you an exercise from The Artist’s Way to get you started: write down five dream lives that your teenage self would love to live. Would you be a dancer? A rock star? An astronaut? How can you live a little bit like each of these? Mercury retrograde begins on the 5th and forces you to reconfigure your days to include more joy.

This week’s mantra: “Joy.”

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Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to remember that life isn’t only for getting ahead. I want you to take some time to be present. You’ve done so much work over the past year to heal family relationships, reframe situations from the past, and build a home that’s a true reflection of you. Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th and brings you a chance to reflect on hobbies (and crushes) from the past

This week’s mantra: “Root.”

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Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to fall in love with your neighborhood. It’s been a long time since you’ve felt this settled in your immediate environment, and that (plus the new bar on your block) is a reason to celebrate. As Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th, you’re also considering ways to rearrange your living room or reconfigure your work from home space. By the end of the month, you’re going to have a fully renewed sense of place.

This week’s mantra: “Circle.”

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Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to know that you’re doing a great job. The hard work you’ve done to streamline your spending, upgrade your wardrobe and affirm-in-the-mirror to self-confidence hasn’t gone unnoticed, even if it feels like an uphill battle most days. Mercury retrograde begins on the 5th and for you this is a process of cleaning out your closets and your email inbox. Time to get rid of anything with stagnant energy as you embrace this new phase of life.

This week’s mantra: “declutter.”

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Leo (July 23 - August 22)

This new moon in Leo, you’re literally the star of the show. New moon, new you! This moment is about finally finding your shine and your place amongst your group of friends and coworkers. It’s also about owning your own part in making your dreams come true. Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th giving you a chance to review your budgets and figure out exactly what you need to keep building your grand vision.

This week’s mantra: “Architect.”

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Virgo (August 23 - September 23)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to take a break. You’ve faced many fears and demons over the last year. Now that you’ve cleared the cobwebs, as Lee Ann Womack sang in the ‘90s, “I hope you dance.” What’s released now gives you the confidence to put yourself out there for a job or leadership role (once you’re done resting that is). Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th in your sign further emphasizing your need for self-care.

This week’s mantra: “Hold.”

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Libra (September 23 - October 21)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to know that you deserve a values aligned community. Letting go of relationships that no longer fit has left you feeling empty in some ways, but I hope you’re also feeling empowered by how much space you’ve claimed and by how much love you have to give. What still needs surrender becomes obvious as Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th. Trust that you’ll be ok without it.

This week’s mantra: “Release.”

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Scorpio (October 22 - November 21)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to realize that you’re allowed to desire admiration. You’re allowed to be successful. Walking away from a career or leadership position that no longer fit may have felt like giving up power in the moment, but what you have instead is the agency to go after what you really want. As Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th, follow your instincts around getting back in touch with old friends and colleagues

This week’s mantra: “Ascend.”

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Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to forget about shoulds. I want you to follow your sense of adventure. As painful as it’s been to give up on one of your dreams, what’s here now is a fresh sense of possibility. As Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th, you get the gift of a pause for restructuring, particularly in your career and leadership roles. What if you were the one everyone looked up to?

This week’s mantra: “Fly.”

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Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to summon the courage to cut things off. Loss is an inevitable part of life. Though it’s painful to walk away, at this point, isn’t it more painful for you to stay? All of the hours you spend ruminating and justifying the logic of continuing this endeavor are better spent building something new. Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th giving you space to reconsider a course of travel or study. Welcome to your Eat Pray Love era.

This week’s mantra: “Break.”

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Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)

This new moon in Leo, I hope you get all the affirmations in the world that you’re supported and loved. The work you’ve been doing to redefine how you want to be in relationship to others isn’t going unnoticed. The commitments you’re making now are more aligned than ever with your true desires. Mercury retrograde begins on the 5th initiating a period of reviewing contracts and being direct about your needs. Don’t compromise what’s actually uncompromisable.

This week’s mantra: “Firm.”

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Pisces (February 19 - March 20)

This new moon in Leo, I want you to fill your days with things that make you feel bright and joyous. I want you to work on what lights a fire inside you, and if you need it, I want you to take a break. Taking care of yourself can be a struggle, but what if your routines were bliss? Mercury stations retrograde on the 5th encouraging you to slow down and review your commitments. What obligations can you put on someone else’s plate?

This week’s mantra: “Direct.”

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