HEY YOU! YOU'RE INVITED!!!!
To what you ask? Well...you're invited to come back to yourself after several weeks of what may have felt shaky, chaotic or super tough. Listen, we love Mercury ok. It's the planet of communication. But the past several weeks, Mercury has been zooming backwards and in August we are going to get a break.
We’re moving from the bold, expressive energy of Leo season into the clear, devotional energy of Virgo. I am a Virgo and let me tell you, the energy of Virgo is loving, authentic, direct, but at the same time is extremely giving. And in between these transitions, we cross through one of the most powerful energetic portals of the year: the 8/8 Lion’s Gate. Ahhhh!
July was about emotional truths, experiences levels of patience and coming into a centered self through experience contrast. August will be about setting intentions and experiencing some huge energetic upgrades. You’re being asked to check back in with your core values and begin the turning of the gears for your next step that will allow you to be sustainable.
Let’s take a look at the astrology shaping this month....
Mars in Libra – August 6
Mars shifts into Libra, softening how we take action and how we assert our needs. This is a time to practice collaborative conflict (agreeing to disagree with no hard feelings or working together collaboratively with one common goal) and healthy compromise. If you’ve been leaning too far into people-pleasing (<-- stop that) or too far into solo energy, August helps you find the middle ground.
Some common themes for this transit:
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Healthy boundaries in relationships
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Balanced decision-making
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Knowing when to speak up and when to listen
Lion’s Gate Portal – Peaks August 8
The 8/8 Lion’s Gate is a cosmic alignment between Earth, Sirius (our “Spiritual Sun”), and Orion’s Belt. It’s one of the most powerful energetic activations of the year for:
Manifestation
Soul remembrance (Remembering why you're here)
Higher self-reconnection
This year’s Lion’s Gate is especially potent as it overlaps with Mercury’s retrograde and the Aquarius Full Moon, so it is kind of expanding on the themes of personal truth, visibility, and vibrational alignment. You can read my full article on the 8/8 Portal here.
Full Moon in Aquarius – August 9
This Full Moon invites you to zoom out and view life happenings from a different perspective. Aquarius energy helps you release attachments to labels, roles, expectations, or group dynamics that just aren’t in alignment with your evolution. This lunation also supports your personal authenticity. So I mean...just be you! You're beautiful.
Ask yourself:
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Am I walking the path I chose or walking a path that others expect I walk?
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What narratives or obligations am I ready to let go of and release for good?
A good practice is to write and release a list of beliefs or pressures you’re done carrying around. Imagine you are throwing these narratives, belief systems, obligations and expectations in an incinerator where the fire burns them up. Release them with a mindset of forward movement and gratitude for being able to pinpoint what is no longer serving your highest good.
Mercury Stations Direct in Leo – August 11
Heyyyyy ... Mercury retrograde clears, and the fog begins to lift. You may feel more confident in your voice, your creative direction, and your ability to move forward without overthinking.
You can use this energy to:
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Launch or re-launch your message to the world
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Share something vulnerable from the heart
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Speak up about what’s truly meaningful to you. Use your voice. As we see in today's world, your voice needs to be heard!
If you’ve felt blocked, this is your green light to do all the speaking you need to. Just make sure you are methodical and intentional. Don't speak from fear but do speak from love.
Sun Enters Virgo – August 22
Leo season closes, and Virgo takes the lead. This is where the fire becomes focused. Virgo invites you to be mindful of and anchor your intentions into systems, rituals, and conscious and healthy habits. It’s time to get honest about your energy and how you use it.
Focus on:
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Spiritual hygiene and energetic boundaries. Check out my free podcast that discusses both of these in detail. Click Here to visit my Substack and listen.
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Daily habits that support your purpose
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Saying yes to what matters and no to what doesn’t
New Moon in Virgo – August 23
This New Moon opens the Eclipse portal, beginning a powerful cycle that unfolds into September. It also squares Uranus in Gemini, adding a shake-up energy to your healing, health, or routine. Eclipse energy can feel sudden or intense, but I encourage you to focus on :
Decluttering your space and clearing distractions
- Simplifying your routines and workflows
- Creating practical habits that support your personal goals
Let this New Moon remind you that small shifts make big changes when they come from a place of focus and integration of the soul's journey.
Venus in Leo – August 25
Venus re-enters Leo, bringing joy, playfulness, and creativity back into focus. This is your moment to shine, be expressive and really connect with what you are most passionate about. Life is about LIVING and not being a prisoner to the mundane daily tasks. Purposefully choose what sparks your inner fire and connect with that on the deepest levels. Our soul needs that.
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Move your body in a way that feels free. Somatic movement, yoga, exercise, dance, etc. are all very powerful ways to send that electricity through our physical self.
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Make art just for the joy of it. Even if you're "not good" at it. Pick up a rock and paint it, take an old piece of clothing and cut it up and re-sew it into something new, fill up glass jars of water at different levels and gently tap them to hear different noises. Art isn't just for professionals. There is art in being creative in whatever way works for you.
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Choose connection over performance. Virgo's have a very difficult time having surface level relationships. Small talk? No thanks. With Virgo season upon us and mixed in with the joyful energy of Venus in Leo, focus on connections that make you happy because there is depth. Trust that the fulfillment through those types will truly nurture you on a soul level.
Energy Themes of the Month
August is all about intentional movement, creating space for your soul to breathe, and showing up in your life like it actually matters....because it does.
This month asks:
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What needs to be realigned?
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What’s worth refining?
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What lights you up and brings you joy and are you prioritizing it?
If you love astrology and want to keep track of your seasons, take a look at the "My Astrology Portal" for Notion Dashboards. Not only can you keep track of your significant information, you can learn Astrology as you go!
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