Written in the Stars - Week of August 7

 

 

Mars in Leo — When the planet of energy and and action enters the sign of playful showmanship, we're moved to be confident, take risks, and aim for grand goals. Emotional drama is prized rather than avoided now, so batten down the hatches! It's going to be a wild ride.

ARIES

March 21 — April 19

You've got to let it all hang out this week, Aries. You're rarely one to put on airs or sublimate your desires, but this week you're driven to throw yourself into your more dramatic pursuits, with no less than five planets partying in your House of Creativity, Romance and Play. Ironically, playing hard will give you the inspiration and urge to work hard as well, and you're likely to be noticed for your enthusiasm by people in power. Do what you love and love what you do in order to see a revolution. You could see some concrete rewards in the money department.

TAURUS

April 20 — May 20

Are you expecting house guests, Taurus? Or perhaps you're renovating, or moving into a new place entirely? Either way, your House of Home is jam-packed with five astrological roommates, all shouting over each other to get your attention. It's time to focus on strengthening your foundation, because a stratospheric takeoff is forecast in the very near future. A beneficial reassessment is forecast, so you might spend the weekend rearranging furniture or organizing a home office, the better to generate the amazing ideas your stars forecast.

GEMINI

May 21 — June 21

Everyone wants a piece of you this week, Gemini, so break out your little black book and be sure all your outgoing voicemail recordings are up to date. You're going to be sending and receiving messages like crazy this week, and it's forecast that some amazing new ideas will come out of this stellar kerfuffle. No less than five planets are crowding your House of Communication this week, inspiring all sorts of new connections. But words are your specialty! Lucky connections and surprising alliances are forecast.

CANCER

June 22 — July 22

Your money's on your mind now, Cancer — how you make it, how you can make more, and whether it's enough. Buckling down on your budget and making your money work for you (at least as hard as you work for your money) should be high on your agenda now. Your ruler, and crack planetary accountant, Mercury, is doing an excellent job of analyzing your cash flow, and making a lucky, expansive angle with Jupiter, indicating that a cut here or there could make for a much higher influx of cash in new sectors. Re-think your budget. Luck is forecast. 

LEO

July 23 — Aug. 22

Who are you, Leo, and how do you want to see yourself? You're going to get some major signs about it this week, with five planets crowded into your sign, making you impossible to ignore, and harder to stop. Throw yourself into your endeavors with gusto, Leo, because you won't have this incredible stellar energy again for a loooong time. Things will happen of their own accord, and lucky surprises are forecast to come to you, but none of it will have any lasting rewards unless you tap in and make the most of this energy. Move forward!

VIRGO

Aug. 23 — Sept. 22

Time to go within, Virgo. A crowd of planets has infiltrated your House of Secrets and the Past, and they're conspiring to help you make sense of what you've learned so that you can take what is helpful forward into the future, and leave any guilt, worry or regret in the dust. This is not to say that you should shut out difficult memories. In fact, your best bet is to carve out some time for major introspection. Break out your journal and a few photo albums, and let your mind wander. Take some time out to clear your mental cobwebs. 

LIBRA

Sept. 23 — Oct. 22

Get out there and network, Libra. Your stars say that the brilliant ideas and insights you have this week would be best shared with a group of like-minded friends and allies who can help you grow them into something much bigger. Stretch beyond your typical circle of influence for best results —  your income is also likely to expand under this influence. Brainstorm, reach out, send resumes and hold parties — all of these activities are forecast to bring you luck, money and a higher position in the world. Smile pretty!

SCORPIO

Oct. 23 — Nov. 21

You'll be making a name for yourself one way or the other this week, Scorpio, so you might as well put some thought into what you're broadcasting to make the most of it! Your House of Career and Destiny is packed with five planetary powers, indicating that this sector of your life is undergoing a massive re-charge. You could be promoted now, or at the least, handed new responsibilities that strengthen your reputation. If you're looking to change careers, brush up your resume and send some out en masse. Concrete results are forecast. 

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22 — Dec. 21

You are fired up, Sagittarius, and this energy could either burn through obstacles, or scorch you if you don't use it wisely. Five planetary heavy-hitters are debating in your House of Journeys and Philosophy, encouraging to branch out, think big, and chase your passions. Expanded horizons, breakout ideas and surprise adventures are all forecast — but be sure that you're not just shooting off in any direction just to indulge restless energy. When focused, this energy can bring you big rewards and surprising journeys. Hoist the mainsail!

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22 — Jan. 19

Subtlelty, thy name is Capricorn. This week, a quintet of powerful planets has taken up residence in your House of Intimacy and The Other, indicating that you'll do well to play your cards close to the chest now in order to create the revolution you desire. Your powers of intuition and strategy are highlighted, so it's an ideal time to partner up with someone you trust implicitly and really get down to business. Money is forecast to come to you now through beneficial partnerships. Warmth, fun and passion are forecast. Get ready!

AQUARIUS

Jan. 20 — Feb. 18

Partner up, Aquarius! Normally, you're quite content to work alone, and you have no shortage of brilliant ideas. But this week, with five powerful planets roosting in your House of Partnerships, your stars are flat-out begging you to link up with a powerful cohort to make your dreams come true. Things could get heated, but fire is a transformative element, one that expands forms and shatters expectations. Don't be afraid to jump in — popularity, new income and public accolades are forecast under this energy. Make a lucky link!

PISCES

Feb. 19 — March 20

You've got the opportunity to build a better life from the ground up starting right now, Pisces. How? By reevaluating all of your daily habits, and re-working them to improve every aspect of your life. Right now, five planets are blessing your House of Work and Routine, invigorating it with luck, passion, intelligence, pleasure and life. Routines you tweak and develop now are forecast to bring you new income, better health and all-around satisfaction. Don't push yourself too hard, because under this energy, even small changes bring big improvements.