Weekly Astrology Aug 2–11
Yesterday’s Mercury opposition Pluto is still in effect. Preoccupied with mortality? Facing the grief of loss? Isn’t it interesting that a creature that for countless generations has been born to die can’t seem to come to grips with the reality of the fact. A good indication perhaps that a part of us is beyond time. Conspiracy theories, bicker fights, online arguments, propaganda analysis or creation, paranoia, envy, sabotage, may be tempting but taking a good hard look at our lives is a far better use of this aspect. Grief and fear can be powerful teachers. Loss can help us cherish those we love all the more. Anxiety can impel us to find ways to cultivate tranquility.
Mars square Pluto now in orb will be exact on August 13 and will be an influence all the way into October, then back again for December and January 2021. This is a violent and drastic aspect that can turn a simple disagreement into a dangerous battle. Avoid conflict. Avoid risks. This aspect may indicate that the pandemic is about to increase the danger level out there. At the same time this aspect can compel us to do stupid things, especially where repressed sexuality, ambition, anger or masculinity are involved. Men in general, and especially people born under the sign Aries, can get into a lot of trouble over the next few months. The more tranquil and mindful we can be the better.
Early this morning before dawn sun square Uranus was exact. The desire for freedom, for change, for something new can cause disruptive behavior. Posting the wrong thing may have a surprising result. Enjoy the starry sky tonight. Or do something new but do it safely. Research new tech. Learn something about astrology or your own horoscope. Ponder the future.
Monday August 3 Mercury opposition Saturn is exact at 2 PM. Mental and physical exhaustion are common with this aspect. So is depression, preoccupation with time, sickness, limitations, scarcity. But it can be a great time to consult a mentor, or to use study and practice to make a weakness into a strength. A good time for editing and for organizing paperwork. Meditation can help you turn sadness or pessimism into peaceful contemplation. Get some extra rest, which may not be easy to do with Mars square Jupiter almost exact.
Also Monday the full moon in Aquarius. Spend a little time imagining a brighter future for you and yours.
Tue August 4 Mars square Jupiter is exact at 8:07 AM. The energy and belligerence of Mars combined with the over optimism Jupiter can bring can cause actions to misfire. Don’t be in a rush to succeed. Don’t ignore the facts thinking you can wish yourself or force anyone to succeed. At best this aspect can help us build physical strength and apply our energies in practical ways to find opportunities where we need them. Again, men in particular, and especially people born under the sign of Aries should be careful not to push too hard or to over do what seems like a great idea. Moderation isn’t easy to accomplish with this aspect but can help us avoid harm.
Also Tue Venus inconjunct Saturn is exact. Inconjunctions can indicate healing through crisis. With Venus and Saturn involved women in particular may find themselves exhausted and depleted. Get some extra rest. Keep eating. Don’t tear yourself down with pessimism and depression. Be practical. Do what needs to be done. Treat any crisis as an opportunity for healing.
Also Tue just after 8:30 PM Mercury enters Leo bringing a sunnier more sociable sensibility. Not great during a pandemic. So if you feel you just have to get out there and mingle wear a mask. Mars square Pluto is lurking and risk taking is not advised.
Friday August 7 Venus enters Cancer putting the focus on home and family. Could this mean another lock down? For artists and other creative people this is a good time to use the imagination and to capture emotions in art. Remember Jupiter sextile Neptune is still an influence increasing the possibility of making a masterpiece.
Sunday Aug 9 Mercury trine Chiron is exact, another crisis of healing. Could be news about the pandemic. Why not research ways to improve your own health. You might be surprised what you can find out there. I’ve been hearing from a number of people that many pets are ailing or have passed. If you have an ailing pet have you tried CBD? It can really help your pet feel more relaxed, move easier, eat better, and more. There are many non traditional remedies and preventatives out there for people and for pets. Why not spend some time next weekend researching them, instead of the latest outrage?
Mon August 10 sun inconjunct Jupiter is exact at 11:35 PM. With Jupiter’s influence on the economy and politics this could indicate a crisis of some kind in the news, yet this would be an opportunity to heal a problem, or to begin the healing process. Again, this could indicate news about the pandemic. But for each of us as individuals don’t over do, overspend, or give in to over optimism, as it’s easy to think the wrong path is the right one with this aspect.
Hang in there, folks, it promises to be a rough second half of 2020 but there will be abundant opportunities to learn, to prepare, to be creative, to come to a greater understanding, to develop better habits and a more realistic and satisfying vision of the future. Get rest. Cultivate tranquility. Mourn deeply. Find reasons to love life. Learn well.
