LoveScopes
| Bottom Line: Venus, Mars, and Eros all
occupy relationship-oriented Libra this week, and the focus is on
bringing balance and fairness to our relationships. Communication,
spontaneity, and romance are strong themes. |
Note: If you know your Ascendant, reading your horoscope for your Ascendant
will give a more accurate forecast.
Note: These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW: See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Aries
and Aries Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, your opposite sign, placing
the goddess of love in your partnership sector. This is a cycle in
which cooperation and harmony in relationships satisfies an
instinctive need. If you have a partner, get out the massage oil,
tune into your lover's needs, and let him or her grab the spotlight
for now. It's time to let others shine. If you're single, your
unselfishness and willingness to listen will help boost your
magnetic appeal. You are coming across as especially smooth, and
your good nature is bound to attract some attention. Mars is in
Libra from July 29th to September 14th, bringing heat, urgency, and
vitality to your close partnerships. "Heated discussions" with a
close partner may be part of the picture for the next few weeks.
Make sure the competitiveness you feel in your relationships is kept
at a healthy level. Close personal relationships may be especially
demanding or active for the next while. A New Moon in Leo occurred
on August 9th launching a cycle for
you in which your domestic life takes top billing. Making yourself
feel comfortable and secure is paramount, and you have every chance
to boost your feeling of stability and support during this cycle.
Eros is in Libra until September 15th. This means that Eros is in
your partnership sector, opposing your Sun, and putting sexuality on
your mind more than ever. You need someone special (and perhaps a
commitment) in order to feel truly satisfied. Your partner's
romantic or sexual desires may throw you for a loop, but if you
listen closely and non-defensively, you will learn a whole lot about
your lover. Working on, or resolving to work on, relationships that
are mutually supportive is a good idea at this time. If you find
yourself sensitive to the feeling of lacking support from partners,
this may be a good time to ask yourself how companionable you are,
and work on developing yourself in this area of life. You might just
find that this is a period when you are at your most gracious--as
long as you are truly listening instead of reacting! Sexual activity
is stimulated now, and your partner may be the one who is most
turned on. Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in the sign of Libra and your partnership sector. Strong romantic
focus is now on your partnerships. Relating one to one is top
priority now. It's time to focus on how to improve your close
relationships, and your personal magnetism is especially strong.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Taurus
and Taurus Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, placing the goddess of love
in your solar sixth house. You are at your magnetic best when you
stay disciplined, stick to your schedule, and honor others'
schedules as well. Do your best to be on time. If you've been off
track, be kind to yourself, but make sure you re-commit to your
personal goals. During this cycle, you are most successful
performing tasks that involve cooperation and team harmony. You are
more likely to fuss over your lover and show your affection through
practical gestures. Try to avoid nitpicking and over-analyzing love.
Unless you take steps to prevent it, there is the possibility of
your love life becoming too routine during this cycle. Mars is in Libra from July 29th to September
14th, bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to your daily routines
and work. A New Moon in Leo occurred on August 9th launching a cycle for you in which you
are more communicative and busy than usual. This is a great time to
present your ideas and to improve your communication skills. Eros is
in Libra until September 15th and in your work and health sector.
Sexuality becomes very much a part of your routine--you recognize it
for both its mental and physical health benefits during this cycle.
For the time being, you may seek renewal through sex, with a strong
conviction that sex is healthy and good for you (and it is!). You
may be especially focused on pleasing your partner during this
cycle. Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in the sign of Libra and your work and
health sector. Love becomes more practical than playful. You are
more attracted to relationships that work well in little ways, but
you could also be a little too focused on the details instead of the
big picture.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Gemini
and Gemini Ascendant: Venus is in Libra until September 8th,
placing the goddess of love in your romance and pleasure sector--a
very happy place! You're at your magnetic best, and you're feeling
especially playful. Take a break from the daily grind, but don't
hide yourself away. Do something interesting with special children
in your life. Emphasize your fun-loving side. It's all about
charm--and you have it! It's natural for you to gravitate towards
like-minded and like-hearted people--and vice versa. Mars is in Libra from July
29th to September 14th, bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to your
romantic affairs and pleasure-seeking activities. This position of
Mars gives you a big boost of confidence, and your personal
magnetism runs high. To be appreciated, adored, and admired is what
you hunger after. It's a time of creativity, drama, and passion--you
love being in the spotlight. Because you are very comfortable with
your sexuality, you can help your partner overcome any sexual
hang-ups they may have. A New Moon in Leo occurred on August 9th
launching a cycle that is excellent news for you on the romantic
front. Entertainment and pleasure are on the agenda. It's a great
time to get in touch with your inner child. Eros is in Libra until
September 15th and your romance and pleasure sector--an exciting
place for the god of erotic love to be. What fun! It's a time of new
beginnings in the romance department. You have a bigger than usual
appetite for sexual pleasures--and tremendous charm. It's time to
have a little fun with your fantasies. As well, it's easier to find
like-minded people during this cycle. Your sexual style is
especially well-received. Your partner's desire for you is
especially important to you now. You could be given to
flirtatiousness and infatuations. Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in
the sign of Libra
and your romance sector. This is wonderful news for your romantic
relationships. You are looking for fun and games, excitement, and
feedback in love--and you're like to get it!
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Cancer
and Cancer Ascendant: Venus is in Libra until September
8th, and your solar fourth house. You are at your magnetic best when
you listen to your gut feelings during this cycle. Your heart is
with your home and family, and that's just fine. You don't need to
hide yourself away, however. Emphasize your home-loving and
nurturing qualities, and others will see you in a most positive
light. This is an excellent cycle under which to bring more harmony
and pleasant interactions to your relationships with loved ones.
Beware of a tendency to wall yourself up. Mars is in Libra from July 29th to September 14th,
bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to to your home life. The
tendency to rub people the wrong way now should be watched. A New
Moon in Leo occurred on August 9th launching a cycle for you in
which sensual pleasure and comfort levels are the focus. It's time
to get in touch with exactly what pleasures and comforts you. In the
long term, this will allow you to share yourself more sincerely with
others in an intimate way, as you will be bringing a more
self-assured "you" into your relationships. Eros is in Libra until
September 15th. This places Eros in your solar fourth house, and you
are most turned on in intimate, comfortable settings. Coziness makes
you feel warm and fuzzy--and sexual. Quiet, intimate moments are
most appealing. Intimacy and warmth are powerful stimulants for you
during this cycle. You may be seeking to achieve psychic and
emotional renewal through sex. Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in the
sign of Libra and your home sector.
This places strong emphasis on matters of security and familiarity.
These are things you seek in your relationships right now.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Leo
and Leo Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, and your expressive third
house--a pleasant place in your solar chart. During this cycle, talk
is good--perhaps even great. Listen to others, express yourself, and
get yourself out there. Communicate! Even if you feel like you want
to be left alone, others will find ways to intrude. This is a period
in which you can successfully use charm, flattery, and your sense of
humor to make peace with others and to turn a few heads. This week,
you have more opportunities to improve relations with relatives, and
to socialize, especially in your immediate environment. You're
expressing yourself with charm and grace right now, whether it's
through what you say or what you write. Mars is in Libra from July 29th to September 14th,
bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to your communications, casual
contacts, and everyday activities. A New Moon in Leo occurred on
August 9th launching a cycle in which you, your mannerisms, and your
appearance are the focus. This cycle is sure to give you a big boost
of energy and your fair share of attention until at least the next
New Moon on August 9th. Eros is in Libra until September 15th. This
means Eros is journeying through your communications sector, and
your style of communication boosts your magnetic powers. It's time
to let your lover know what you want and what has been making you
especially happy. Erotic talk works for you right now. You may be
more inclined to write letters to your lover, or enjoy writing and
reading erotica. For the time being, it may be difficult for you to
turn your mind off during sex, making it difficult for you to simply
"let go". Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in the sign of Libra and your communications sector. This places strong focus on
communicating and light-hearted interaction. You will need to move
about a lot with a partner or you could be feeling restless. It's a
great period for attraction through the ways you communicate. You
are coming across as playful and fun.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Virgo
and Virgo Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, and your solar second house.
You're at your magnetic best when you emphasize the secure and
sensual side of your nature. Let others know they can depend on you.
You could be a little extravagant with your spending now, especially
if you are unhappy with your love life! Possessiveness (as long as
it isn't taken too far) makes you feel secure just now. Mars is in Libra from July 29th to September
14th, bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to your finances and
desire for security and comfort. A New Moon in Leo occurred on
August 9th launching a cycle in which privacy and recuperation are
the focus. This is an especially spiritual cycle for you--a time
when you renew your energy and consider what things are important to
you, and what things have run their natural course. Eros, the god of
erotic love, is in Libra until September 15th. This means Eros is
journeying through your solar second house, and you feel sexier in
an earthy way. You come across as more attractive when you feel
secure, tended to, and comfy. Security actually turns you on now,
and others will find your assertiveness in this area mighty
attractive. You may be inclined towards more sexual possessiveness
during this cycle, and "self-love" could increase along with a
greater urge for physical satisfaction of your sexual needs. For the
time being sexual intricacy is not as attractive. Your sexual nature
is now rooted in the senses. Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in the
sign of Libra and your solar second house. Comfort and
sensuality are most important to you now when it comes to
relationships. You can do without the excitement for the time being,
as long as you are made to feel secure. You need hands-on
expressions of love in order to feel fulfilled.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Libra
and Libra Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, and with Venus now in your
own sign--a blessing indeed--you're feeling on top of the world.
It's all about you, and you're paying attention to your image and
mannerisms. You probably won't need to do much to attract attention,
but anything that boosts your feelings of self-worth will help you
benefit from this exciting transit. The rest of the world seems to
be speaking your love language right now. Turn on the charm! It's a
great time to exert your personal influence, as you are coming
across as especially cooperative and graceful. Your people skills
are above par. You have romantic energy working for you big time.
Your love life is bound to step up a notch. It's a passionate time,
although you are unlikely to be displaying a whole lot of
self-discipline. Mars is in Libra from
July 29th to September 14th, bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to
your manner of self-expression. Mars is officially out of
"hibernation" mode in your privacy sector and is now in your sign.
This makes you hard to ignore! You're wearing your passions on your
sleeve, and you're getting a lot of attention. You're prouder than
ever, and you're likely looking for instant gratification! A New
Moon in Leo occurred on August 9th launching a cycle in which
socializing and networking are the focus. It's time to expand your
social circle and to make more contact with groups and friends. Eros
is in Libra until September 15th. This means Eros is journeying
through your own sign, making this an exceptional period overall for
romance and sexuality. We're all tuning into your romantic and
sexual style, and this can feel pretty fabulous for you. Increased
sexual activity and/or desire is featured in this Eros cycle.
Opportunities for sexual fulfillment abound. During this cycle, you
may easily and quickly become infatuated. Your sexual attractions
are formed quickly, and you prefer to do the pursuing in
relationships for the time being. Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in
the sign of Libra, bringing
tremendous attention to your personal manner. You are highly
magnetic now.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Scorpio
and Scorpio Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, the sign just behind yours,
placing the goddess of love in your solar twelfth house. This cycle
indicates that you're more attracted to secrets, whispers, and
private affairs for the next while. Inspired and imaginative
sexuality is on the agenda with Venus in your privacy sector. It's a
cycle in which all that is hidden and private attracts. Until August
6th, you are bound to find love in hidden or unexpected places. Your
dreams and intuition are telling you something--and it's magical. In
love, it's best to avoid taking premature action. You're laying low,
and that's just fine. Unconditional love is the way to go. You are
called upon to be selfless, to help, to understand, and to serve. It
could be hard to find satisfaction if you don't go this route. You
are more impressionable now, and in the mood for secrets. This cycle
could mark the beginning of a secret affair. Also, circumstances or
your own reserve may prevent you from openly declaring or expressing
your love needs. Love yearnings that cannot be fulfilled in any
direct way arise. Hold off on decisions about love for now. Lay low,
reflect, and enjoy. This is a quiet cycle that is part of a natural
process. For some, it's a period of letting go in preparation for
the Venus in Scorpio cycle that begins September 8th. Mars is in Libra from July 29th to September 14th,
bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to your private life. The
tendency towards pulling back or using indirect methods in order to
go after what you want is strong during this cycle. Sexual energy
can be privately delicious, serving, or repressed, depending on your
nature and current life circumstances. A New Moon in Leo occurred on
August 9th launching a cycle in which career matters come to the
fore. Feeling secure and comfortable on the job is important to you
now and until at least the next New Moon on August 9th. Showing your
authority and a "take charge" attitude is important now, but
gentleness is important as well. Eros is in Libra until September
15th and moving through your privacy sector. What goes on in closed
quarters is what turns you on the most. Share a dream or a secret
with your lover, and it's bound to boost your sex life! There may be
a sexual lull in your life during this period. However, there is an
equal possibility that you can improve your sex life by bringing
more spirituality and fantasy into the picture. Unusual sexual
fantasies, attractions, and dreams could feature now. Listen to what
your subconscious is telling you in this regard. You may discover
new facets to your sexuality if you do. Venus, Mars, and Eros are
all in the sign of Libra and your privacy sector. Much is going on behind
the scenes when it comes to love now. You are focused more on the
past than the present or future.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Sagittarius
and Sagittarius Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, placing the goddess of love
in your solar eleventh house. Bring a spirit of friendship into
existing partnerships, and if you are single, look for love
opportunities in groups and with or through friends. Friends are
bound to lean on you a little, and it feels good. Remember that you
are at your most magnetic when you're expressing your humanitarian
side openly, schmoozing with friends, and enjoying group activities.
It's all about friendship and camaraderie now. During this Venus
cycle, you are bound to meet with people who share common ideals or
goals. Your especially friendly, cooperative attitude is a major
part of your charm this month. You need and want to socialize now.
Differences between people you love are not causing problems during
this period. This is an easy, flowing position for Venus. Take
advantage of the smooth, magnetic energy by surrounding yourself
with people. Mars is in Libra from July 29th to
September 14th, bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to your
friendships. A New Moon in Leo occurred on August 9th launching a
cycle in which self-expression and adventure are on the agenda. It's
a good time to travel, learn, and do things you normally don't do. Eros,
the god of erotic love, is in Libra until September 15th. Journeying
through your sector of friendships, the lines between friends and
lovers could blur. You may be a little detached on a sexual level
for the time being. You are more intrigued by the unusual, finding
variety exciting in your sex life during this cycle. Venus, Mars,
and Eros are all in the sign of Libra and your friendship sector. Strong focus
is on relating as equals or friends in your love life. You are
attracted to the unusual, and others are attracted to the more
unconventional aspects of your personality now.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Capricorn
and Capricorn Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, placing the goddess of love
in your solar tenth house. You are more attractive when you show
your responsible, managerial, ambitious, and constant side during
this Venus cycle. Having a steady and reliable sexual partner is
especially attractive to you now. Don't phone in sick this month!
Love can be found on the job, or erotic undertones may be in play.
Socializing and making friendly contacts at work can help boost your
career. Cooperation benefits you professionally or enhances your
reputation. Attending an important social event is possible now. A
romance or beneficial friendship that begins as a business
connection could be part of the picture. You may also feel that you
especially love what you're doing at the moment on a professional
level. You may make a good friend or meet someone especially
charming through your work. Mars is in Libra
from July 29th to September 14th, bringing heat, urgency, and
vitality to your public life and to your career and public life. A
New Moon in Leo occurred on August 9th launching a cycle in which
intimacy and sharing issues become especially important to you. This
is an especially good cycle for you to learn more about your deepest
needs and desires. It's also a good time to break a bad habit. Eros,
the god of erotic love, is in Libra until September 15th. This
places this sensual asteroid in your solar tenth house, and erotic
undertones may be found on the job. You may also display more
responsibility towards your sexual partners during this cycle.
Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in the sign of Libra and your career sector. You are paying more
attention to your responsibilities in partnership now, and love
could take on a very practical tone. Others are especially attracted
to the more professional and competent aspects of your personality.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Aquarius
and Aquarius Ascendant: Venus is in Libra until September
8th, placing the goddess of love in your adventure sector. This is
an expressive and outgoing position for Venus. You are more
obviously magnetic during this cycle. It's a wonderful position for
Venus, so take advantage by spreading your good humor. It's time to
get noticed. During this cycle, you're at your most magnetic when
you're being adventurous. If you feel you're stuck in the same old
routine, do yourself a favor and plug into your interests. Do
something you haven't done before, and you're more likely to attract
who and what you want. Expressing your philosophical point of view
is best right now. A deep discussion could take your heart forward
by leaps and bounds. Different people (those who you don't normally
consider your "type") attract you. You're looking for new and
different people, and experiences. The exotic and the unknown now
have more appeal to you than the familiar. Sharing your
philosophical interests with a romantic partner may be especially
appealing now. Mars is in Libra from July 29th to
September 14th, bringing heat, urgency, and vitality to your desire
for adventure, higher learning, and travel. A New Moon in Leo
occurred on August 9th launching a cycle that emphasizes
partnerships and partnering. Your special someone might be asserting
him or herself. Do your best to listen. Feel out your partner's
comfort zones. In the long run, you'll learn a whole lot about how
you can take your relationship further. This could very well be the
start of a new relationship for singles. Keep your eyes open! Eros
is in Libra until September 15th, and in your adventure sector - a
very expressive position! Adventure and self-expression are the
themes in your sexual life. It's time to come out of the woodworks.
You feel considerably more free about expressing your sexuality. If
you happen to be traveling during this cycle, a romantic adventure
may be on the agenda! You also display a stronger zest for life in
general during this cycle. Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in the sign
of Libra and your
adventure and learning sector. You are attracted to relationships
that give you a sense of a higher purpose now. You are very willing
to overlook the little problems in any relationship or in a love
interest in order to see the bigger picture.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Pisces
and Pisces Ascendant:
Venus is in Libra until September 8th, placing the goddess of love
in your intimacy sector. All that is deeply personal and that lies
below the surface boost your mood. During this cycle, it feels
especially sexy and rewarding to keep secrets. Be a good listener,
trust your instincts, and connect with your innermost desires.
Tuning into your partner's point of view will help improve your love
life considerably right now. Your intimate relationships are
intensified, and either you or your partner (or, ideally, both of
you!) want a deeper, more intimate and meaningful union. This is an
excellent cycle under which to work on resolving differences in
values or problems with joint finances in a close relationship.
Beware of suspiciousness. Mars is in
Libra from July 29th to September 14th, bringing heat, urgency, and
vitality to your intimate relationships. A New Moon in Leo occurred
on August 9th launching a cycle that occurs in your sector of work
and health. It's time to take charge of your daily routines. It's a
great time to start fresh at work or at the gym! Work, service, and
health routines are the focus. Eros is in Libra until September
15th. With Eros in the most intimate sector of your chart, your
magnetic appeal lies in your depth and ability to be intimate. It's
all or nothing for you right now! Superficial and casual
relationships simply don't cut the mustard. More deeply passionate
expressions are now on the agenda. Venus, Mars, and Eros are all in
the sign of Libra and your intimacy sector. Your intimate life is
rich and perhaps complex this week. Relationships that are
involving, intense, and even complicated most appeal now. You are
looking for a deeper connection.
Note:
These horoscopes interpret the positions of Venus, Mars, the
current New Moon cycle, and Eros relative to your sign. These cycles last longer
than a week, and thus interpretations will not change from week to week until
the factors themselves change signs.
***NEW:
See our
ErosScopes for Monthly Love Horoscopes.***
Overview
Venus is in Libra this week.
Venus is in
Libra from August 7-September 8. Venus rules Libra and thus is dignified in
the sign. Venus feels right "at home" in Libra, where she seeks to balance and
harmonize. With Venus in Libra, we can easily be in love with love. We are more
comfortable with a close partner with whom we can seek to have a balanced
relationship. We are more inclined to employ charm rather than aggressive
behavior in order to get what we want. Although Venus in Libra virtually lives
for relationships, there is an air of cool detachment to this energy. We are
very obliging with others--quite willing to negotiate and compromise. We can be
especially idealistic about love. We prefer things be done the "right" way, and
are turned off by aggressive or uncouth behavior. The shadow side of this
position is dependency, inconsistency, and superficiality. In an attempt to
avoid unpleasant situations, we could easily gloss over deeper issues at play in
our relationships. It's probably best to avoid the trap of acquiescing to our
partners but privately resenting the fact or thinking ourselves martyrs for
doing so!
Venus is in an Air sign and Mars is in an Air sign.
Under this influence, we are drawn to lovers who are youthful, spirited,
intelligent, and cool. We need a certain amount of space—freedom of movement,
both physically and mentally—in any relationship, and we don't care for
restrictive or possessive partners. Our minds need to be stimulated in order for
our passions to be aroused. Under this influence we are less empathetic. We are
rational when it comes to expressing ourselves romantically and sexually. We
value being friends with our partners as well as lovers. We are playful,
spontaneous, and light-hearted lovers, and we consider communication to be a key
"ingredient" in relationships right now. We respond most lovingly to verbal
expressions of interest and affection. We are turned off by partners (or
potential partners) who are uncommunicative. As long as there is what we
consider to be an open and flowing communication between ourselves and our
partners, we feel loved and appreciated. We can be real flirts, sometimes
promising a little more than we can deliver. It's a fun and lively energy, but
it's also somewhat detached and aloof. Water and Earth signs are unlikely to
appreciate this influence as much as Air and Fire signs.
A New Moon in Leo occurred on August 9th. With the
New Moon in Leo, a cycle that runs until the next New Moon on September 8th, we may make some
Leo-related resolutions for our love relationships. Playfulness, romantic drama,
and pride are the focus. During this Moon cycle (from August 9th to September
8th), we have the chance to improve our ability to express ourselves
romantically and creatively. The New Moon in Leo teaches us how to take pride in
ourselves as unique individuals, to assume responsibility for our lives, and to
give of ourselves warmly and generously to others. This New Moon period is an
excellent time to meditate upon some of the characteristics of Leo. Think about
the keywords for this self-expressive fire sign -- such things as proud,
magnanimous, generous, hospitable, caring, warm, authoritative, active, and open
-- and consider ways to incorporate these traits into your personality. We all
have Leo somewhere in our charts. Seek this month to
improve those areas of life. It's time to awaken the "inner child" in ourselves
and to find ways to creatively express it. With this potent
Leo energy, we have the chance to make important changes in our
lives that will benefit us well beyond this Moon cycle.
This week:
Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Venus aspects Neptune, the
Sun, and Mercury. We are more sensitive to and aware of the more romantic and
imaginative elements of relating. Our pride also is a strong factor in our
relations now, and the desire to communicate any feelings of unrest is strong.
Saturday (and Sunday) are strong days for romance. Openness to romantic feelings
can bring new insights and much learning from one another.

Eros is in Libra.
Eros is in Libra from August 6-September 15.
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Eros in Libra is
a rather flirtatious and charming position for Eros. Libra's tendency toward a
"tit for tat" attitude shows up as a desire for equality on a sexual level; but
in practice, Eros in Libra lovers often forget their own sexual needs because
they are focusing on those of their partner. Communication is sexy to us during
this Eros cycle. For the time being, we can be hopelessly addicted to all of the
"trappings" of falling in love, so much so that when a relationship settles, it
may seem boring. Highly romantic and charming, we enjoy the social "game"
surrounding making connections with lovers, and we can be quite seductive. We
appreciate beauty and balance in our sexual lives now.
Timing and the Moon: Best Times to Have a First Date This Week:
According to the principles of timing with the Moon, a window of opportunity
occurs this week from Saturday, August 28th, at approximately 5
PM EDT, until Sunday, August 29th, at approximately 4:45 AM, while the Moon is
in Aries. Note that Mercury is retrograde during this window, and
communications may be confusing.
| Bottom Line: Venus, Mars, and Eros all
occupy relationship-oriented Libra this week, and the focus is on
bringing balance and fairness to our relationships. Communication,
spontaneity, and romance are strong themes. |

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