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Horoscope for the Week beginning August 17
By Michael O’Connor
Tip of the Week
By now, the influences of last week’s Solar Eclipse in Leo will be evident, if it is destined to activate new turns, developments, and lessons… This is not always strictly the case. It depends on the finer details of your destiny. Also, such turns begin but are not identified as the destiny themes that they reveal. That is what astrology is about: measuring the timing and themes of destiny.
How we respond to this is the free will aspect of destiny. The other big news now includes Mars retrograde in Capricorn now (Aug. 12 – Sept. 10), Mercury turning direct on August 18 and the Sun enters Virgo on August 23.
August 17-23
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
A playful mood prevails. If you are taking anything seriously, or anyone, it is yourself, or your kids. Creative offspring is an operative word here. In other words, you are excited about your creations and how you can best engage them next. Sharing your love with significant others is highlighted. Altogether, this could manifest as a serious love interest.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20)
Identifying with the ‘artist within’ aptly describes current influences. One way or another, we all have creative interests and if these are not evident, deciphering what they are is a gift to self. Diversity is great too so avoid thoughts like the jack is not the master… Enjoy the full spectrum. The first give to activate inspiration is an attitude of gratitude.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
Sun and Mercury in Leo and Venus in Libra altogether imply an extra creative impulse for you. This cycle has been active for many months, actually, but is at a peak point now. While you will always be a creative person, this cycle is scheduled to end soon so at least bathe in the feeling. Sometimes inspiration is triggered by melancholy or even sadness. Trust the flow.
Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)
Investment remains a keyword for you these days. The other keyword is balance. In other words, the best investment is into what contributes to you feeling more balanced. To answer this question well, you may have to step back from your life and then look back upon it reflectively. Where is there too much and where too little…?
Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)
The spotlight is on you. Yet it also means that you are meant to take new leads and not simply enjoy the attention. In the bigger picture, you are in a learning cycle and this can include getting trained or entering an apprenticeship… Sometimes the first step is to ‘clear the way.’ This could include a process of unlearning. The easiest way to unlearn is to replace the old with something new.
Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)
This creative cycle has particularly strong practical applications for you. Focusing to organize, develop or build new modes of expression or new products and services is especially ideal. Taking new approaches is also implied. In all respects, the challenge is to open your heart and mind to new perspectives and possibilities that have actual application in your life.
Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Upward, onward, forward… however you choose to say it, this is the call now. Ideally, you are focused on a weave of all of the above. The time is right to be progressive. Doing so may require a deliberate determination to break free of your comfort zone. There is an old riddle that asks: “if the comfort remains, is it still a comfort?” The answer is meant to be: No. Change is the law and balance knows it.
Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
A process of ascending to new heights continues. These may well imply new levels of power and leadership. This cycle has been active for well over a year now and there are only a few months left. Last week’s Solar Eclipse is destined to be a boost of support for you. This is your cue to make the most of it. Let your imagination be your guide.
Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
Mercury turns direct this week and this can prove to produce a great sigh of release for you. It may feel as though you have suddenly found your way again after feeling a bit lost. Enjoy it while you can, though, because the Sun entering Virgo by the end of the week will put you to work. Enjoy this window of respite with more action and less thought.
Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
The Saturn in Capricorn cycle began in November 2017. The lead-up to that time was a steady dissolving process of prior relationship status in your personal and/or professional life. This process was a feature of your destiny and began about three years ago. Resistance to this flow may be understood as ego-control. Your job now is to let go and let god, which can be translated as faithful cooperation.
Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)
Significant changes on relationship fronts are indicated now. These may manifest as orientations and not strictly as events. Meanwhile, cultural activities and travel should prove extra satisfying now. Mars retrograde now in Capricorn indicates needed inner work, perhaps to break through subconscious resistance, doubt and lack of faith. Since your workload is doubled, allow yourself to rest more.
Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)
A process of bringing your gifts to the fore in creative and realistic ways continues and is getting a big extra boost now. The focus now includes getting organized more than anything. But it too can constitute a creative process. Yet, the bigger and stronger creative focus has yet to fully arrive and will take a few months. So, how can you prepare the ground?
– Michael O’Connor is a professional astrologer with an international clientele. He has 30 years of study in Astrology, Numerology and related metaphysical and spiritual modalities, over 20 years of full-time practice, is an entertaining and inspirational speaker, and writes a popular New Moon Newsletter and Horoscope Column. To learn more about Booking an Appointment, attending one of Michael’s Workshops or Webinars or one of his inspiring Visual Presentations, please visit his website or contact Michael directly. www.sunstarastrology.com or (250) 352-6871 or [email protected]
