August 2022 Astrological Transits

Below are brief notes on the ingress of planets into signs, astrological transits, and lunations in August 2022:

• July 31 - Aug 1 Mars, Uranus conjunction North Node @ 18º Taurus – The month starts off with the effects of the massive shake up in the nodes. This conjunction is quite intense and can manifest in a very dramatic way.

• Aug 2 Venus in Cancer sextile Uranus RX in Taurus – Exciting times and developments for love, finances, and social life.

• Aug 2 Venus in Cancer sextile Mars in Taurus – Strong magnetic attraction, passion, and possibly love at first sight! Very positive transit to resolve family/financial issues.

• Aug 4 Mercury moves into Virgo – Boost to your communication and intellect. Practical and solution-oriented focus.

• Aug 7 Venus in Cancer trine Neptune RX in Pisces – Very romantic energy but the retrograde of Neptune will help curb fantasizes and keep it real. Desiring real affection and honesty.

• Aug 7 Mars in Taurus square Saturn RX in Aquarius – Frustrations can result in anger and problems. Forcing things will have a negative effect.

• Aug 9 Venus in Cancer opposition Pluto RX in Capricorn – Emotional pressure and disagreements can strain relationships. Curb strong feelings.

• Aug 10 Sun in Leo square North Node in Taurus – In order to progress and fulfill your destiny, there is a certain part of your ego that you may need to sacrifice.

• Aug 11 Sun in Leo square Uranus RX in Taurus – The urge to change can cause great anxiety and stress. Avoid being impulsive or disruptive and think things twice.

• Aug 11 Mars in Taurus sextile Neptune RX in Pisces – Action and magnetism will make your goals achievable! Very fortunate time for romance and fantastic for business!

• Aug 11 Full Moon @ 19º Aquarius – Aquarius is the great humanitarian, and this transit can bring to your awareness causes which you may want to help raise awareness, volunteer, or support. If you feel stifled, this lunation can help you step out of your comfort zone and embrace your uniqueness. Aquarius also rules the masses and networks – make time to network and for your friendships.

• Aug 11 Venus moves into Leo – Popularity, attention, drama, and extravagance!

• Aug 14 Sun in Leo opposition Saturn RX in Aquarius – Personality clashes may cause issues. Insecurities may flare up and cause stress. Performance will be a focal point for work.

• Aug 14 Mars in Taurus trine Pluto RX in Capricorn – Power and confidence harmonize quite well. Wield this energy with a goal-oriented focus and whatever you set your mind will be achievable.

• Aug 16 Mercury in Virgo trine Uranus RX in Taurus – Lighting strikes unexpectedly. Your mind’s light bulb is on. Radiating luminosity! Ideas and solutions flood your mental space. Clarity and breakthroughs are possible. This transit can bring surprises quite suddenly. Uranus is the higher octave of mercury – telepathy and psychic downloads.

• Aug 18 Venus in Leo trine Jupiter RX in Aries – Gentle, generous, and protective with those you love. Kindness opens doors and brings a lot of emotional fulfillments

• Aug 19 Sun conjunction fixed star Regulus – Sun is King. Regulus is Little King or Prince. Big energy focused on royalty and military.

• Aug 20 Mars moves into Gemini – Working on multiple things at once and you won’t let anything stop you!

• Aug 21 Mercury in Virgo opposition Neptune RX in Pisces – Overload of information and thoughts can cause confusion. Issues with miscommunication, misunderstandings, or misconceptions.

• Aug 22 Mercury in Virgo trine Pluto RX in Capricorn – Time analyze and discuss topics that truly matter. Exchange of ideas and information can lead to profound change.

• Aug 22 Sun moves into Virgo – Time to focus on your routine, habits, and be practical.

• Aug 22 Venus conjunct Ceres @ 13º Leo – Venus is love and Ceres is nurturing. Show others love but remember to love and nurture yourself first!

• Aug 24 Uranus RX - Stations retrograde in Taurus until January 23rd, 2023. It is a time for deep introspecting and self-awareness. Internal changes need to be made in preparations.

• Aug 25 Venus in Leo square North Node in Taurus – Relationship issues and creative blockages are interlinked.

• Aug 25 Mercury moves into Libra – A time to be diplomatic! Good for negotiations. Focus on a happy medium and win/win scenario.

• Aug 27 New Moon @ 4º Virgo – A time to clean up, organize your life, and start a new routine! Big focus on wellness and a holistic approach.

• Aug 27 Venus in Leo square Uranus RX in Taurus – Emotional volatility can trigger great change. Romantic relationship will be impacted especially around themes of attention, recognition, and personal values.

• Aug 27 Sun in Virgo square Mars in Gemini – Irritability and clashes of opinions or ideas.

• Aug 28 Venus in Leo opposition Saturn RX in Aquarius – Emotional frustration stemming from areas where you feel like you may be under constant hardship.

Happy Birthday to all the August Leos and Virgos!!!!!