Leo Monthly Horoscope August 2018

Leo (Born July 23 to August 2)
AND Leo Ascendant 0 to 10 degrees Leo:

August 2018 Leo Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until August 22nd:

The Sun continues to move through your solar first house. You experience a renewal of energy and vitality now, and it's a strong time for increased personal confidence. The emphasis is on self-expression, what kind of impression you make on others, and beginning new personal projects.

You are a little more self-centered than usual, and this is quite natural and healthy as long as you don't take it too far. You are more decisive and forward-looking now, and you put more faith in your own abilities. Physically, you are likely feeling strong. This is an excellent cycle for making personal changes in your manner or appearance, and for any self-improvement endeavors. Personal projects that you begin now are likely to blossom nine months down the road.

From August 23rd forward:

The Sun highlights your second house now, and your focus is on material affairs and comfort issues. Security is a driving force for you at the moment, and you might find that you are especially interested in accumulating possessions. What you have and what you don't have come into focus--what makes you feel comfortable, your sense of security, and what you value.

This is the time of year when personal finances and possessions receive maximum attention. Pour your energy into your work and your finances, and you might just be able to take your ideas to the bank.

Extravagance with your pocketbook is something you may want to look out for, however. If you find yourself itching to make unnecessary purchases, know that at the root of this urge is the desire to pamper and comfort yourself. Nothing wrong with it, but there are inexpensive (and even free) ways to make yourself feel good.

This is not the most eventful time of year for you. You are more inclined to dig in your heels and hang on to what makes you feel most secure than to take big risks.

Eclipse

A Solar Eclipse Occurs on August 11th: A general rule of thumb regarding eclipses is to avoid major decision-making in the week before and after an eclipse. This is because new information that could change our perspective often is revealed in the week after the eclipse. There is absolutely no need to suspend projects already in progress. Essentially, it's better to take in right now--to observe and get in touch with feelings. The Solar Eclipse marks a new beginning for you. Letting go of the past is necessary in order to move forward. This eclipse occurs in your solar first house, suggesting a new approach to your personal life, the manner in which you come across to others, and the way you assert yourself. A focus on ways to improve or enhance your appearance and mannerisms may be part of the picture in the coming months, as well as a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to how you assert your needs and express yourself to others. This is a phase when you have an increased awareness of your own needs. It's a very powerful time for you--a time to reinvent yourself in some personal way, such as with a new look or manner of expressing and presenting yourself. This is a personally busy time of year, when you feel energetic and enthusiastic. Think about how you present yourself to others, focus on changing personal habits in such a way as to improve your confidence in yourself, and concentrate on putting your best foot forward, as this is a time when you will get noticed and make a personal impression on others. However, factor in the importance of authenticity in your presentation of yourself. You do not have to, of course, reveal all of yourself to others, but the sign of Aries associated with the first house reminds us of the importance of acting on our impulses and believing in ourselves. This is a time when you can be brave and enjoy new experiences.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort

Until the 6th: 

Venus continues to grace your solar second house during this period. You might receive gifts or bonuses now, or you find much comfort in what you already own and have. You may be a little extravagant with money for the time being, as your desire for luxury and comfort items is increased now, and this is something to watch for. When it comes to love, you value those who make you feel comfortable and secure.

From August 6th forward: 

With Venus moving through your solar third house during this period, you are mostly cheerful in your approach to others, and perhaps somewhat intellectual, during this transit. Essentially, you are quite companionable now. You enjoy talking about what interests you, and you find great value in the exchange of ideas. Sometimes this transit brings benefit through siblings, communications, or short trips. During this period, you are most attracted to wit, cheerfulness, and verbal rapport. You are especially good at mediating conflicts. Smoothing over differences using your diplomacy skills figures now.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

All month: 

Mercury continues to transit your solar first house. During this cycle, you are more communicative than usual. However, this doesn't necessarily mean that conversations are at their best right now, simply because you are more interested in expressing yourself than listening! You are especially alert and a little cerebral now. You have a receptive audience for your ideas.

Mercury is retrograde from July 25/26 to August 19th:

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of personal finances, as well as communications with friends or groups, because Mercury rules these areas of your life. Major financial initiatives should be avoided. Remember that friends don't mean what they say and don't say what they mean, and take what you hear with a grain of salt. Group meetings may be delayed or cancelled.

Occurring in your solar first house this time, extra care should be exercised when it comes to your body language. Others may misinterpret your body language, and you should be aware of a tendency to give off mixed signals. People in your life may complain that you seem emotionally distant. You may appear uncommunicative and hard to reach, or what you say comes out wrong. This is a time to review the manner in which you come across to others--not so much whether it truly reflects your nature, but more in terms of whether it is working for or against you. Don't worry too much if others aren't quite "getting" you for the time being. Things will change once Mercury turns direct, so you might decide to try to keep status quo for the time being. You might spend more time than usual when it comes to making decisions now, and this is natural. Rushed decisions may be regretted when you change your mind later on.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Mars is retrograde from June 26-August 27

All Mars retrograde cycles affect you in the areas of faith, wisdom, perspective, personal philosophy, higher education, travel, and adventure in general because Mars rules your solar ninth house. You could find that you are less confident about expressing yourself in adventurous ways. Your outlook on life in terms of the "bigger picture" could be a little more cautious, and you might find that you temporarily have less faith.

From June 26-August 12:

Occurring in your solar seventh house during this period, enthusiasm for a partnership or coming from a partner could appear to be waning. A partner could seem to be less direct or could be harder to reach. Partnering projects or initiatives, or negotiations, could stall, or you could find that you are less confident about expressing yourself well in a one-to-one manner. Watch for pent-up anger and passive-aggressiveness with partnerships. A lover may be especially intense or obsessive, or you could experience this in your own behavior. Refocus, backtracking, and review become necessary and recommended now. This cycle forces you to reorganize your energy with regards to people and partnerships. You could be re-assessing the ways in which you approach relationships, as well as what it is you want from your relationships. You are doing very important "work" that can benefit you greatly. You have the chance to reassess how you've been dealing with partners or potential partners, and you may be finding new and improved ways to get along. If you're stimulating angry situations, you need to consider your role in the interaction. If you're coming on too strong, you need to find ways to tone things down.

From August 12-27:

Occurring in your solar sixth house during this date range, enthusiasm for your work or health regimes, or for work projects and daily routines, could wane perhaps due to setbacks or stalling. Work itself could seem to be less straightforward or satisfying. New initiatives with these matters may appear less exciting, or you could find that you are less confident about expressing yourself in these areas of life. For some, there can be much preoccupation with your health or work endeavors, and possibly frustration with daily routines. Watch for pent-up anger and passive-aggressiveness on the job. Refocus, backtracking, and review become necessary and recommended now. This Mars retrograde emphasizes practical and work matters. How you organize your time is in question now.

Mars is direct from the 27th:

Mars animates and energizes your solar sixth house. You have more energy for work and your daily routines tend to speed up during this transit. Perhaps you have a larger workload than usual. It's a great time to take charge of your health. You have much energy at your disposal to pick up (or step up) a health and physical activity program. It might be hard for you to work with others in a harmonious manner during this transit, and disputes with co-workers are possible. If you are feeling especially angry, frustrated, or restless, it would be wise to find little projects and things to do so that you can channel excess energy constructively. If health is affected, fevers or infections are more likely.

Overview Horoscope:

August 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary for Leo: August is your power month, dear Leo, and you're standing out, even more than usual! Delays with personal plans may be part of your month, but things should be moving a little more smoothly after the 19th when Mercury in your sign ends its retrograde. Nevertheless, Mars continues to retrograde until the 27th, making the month less than ideal for quick developments, new launches, or significant changes. It's a slower month than usual, but definitely not a loss. In fact, you can get a whole lot accomplished now.

From the 6th, Venus is in a harmonious relationship with your sign, enhancing your appeal, manner, and magnetism, especially through your communications. You can find much to enjoy in personal interests, studies, short trips, and making contact with others. It’s a good time for relationships with siblings, classmates, and neighbors. Your natural charm is emphasized with Venus in its own house. This transit certainly helps with Mercury's retrograde in your sign until the 19th which can lead to some misunderstandings. Communications are taken a little more seriously or literally, and not always correctly with Mercury's retrograde, but the Venus transit can help smooth things over. A meaningful communication with someone from your past may be part of the picture around the 7th.

There is a strong focus on you and your money, talents, and communications in August. With the Sun and Mercury in your sign, as well as a Solar Eclipse in Leo (the last one for eight years), it's an essential time for pursuing your personal goals, expressing yourself independently, and taking care of your needs. This is about discovering or reconnecting with your independence and courage to be yourself. Mercury is retrograde in your sign until the 19th, and it's also vital that you look back before moving forward. Transportation and communications options can open for you. Work and partnership can be a little more complicated this month, and it's important to be reflective about recent projects. From the 27th, desires become clearer, particularly related to relationships, travel, education, and legal matters.

This month, there may be purchases made or gifts received that help you connect and learn. You are more charming and creative with your words, and love can be particularly mental and verbal. You are drawn to things that improve your mind. Relationships with your relatives and neighbors can grow. Getting out and about on short trips and errands can be soothing and balancing. Your curiosity about others can lead you to fun discoveries and opportunities.

A work project or major goal may encounter delays, or you may naturally slow down on its pursuit from the 7th. Around the 8th, you see recent decisions or plans in a new light. There is good energy with you for drawing upon the past for ideas and recycling them in improved ways going forward. The 11th brings the Solar Eclipse in your sign, signaling a time for embracing your independence and making your mark.

On the 12th, Mars leaves your partnership sector and dips back into your work and health sector for the final two weeks of its retrograde. There can be hidden treasures in old programs, methods, and work projects. However, if you decide to revive something now, it's best to come at it in entirely new ways rather than repeating past mistakes. This portion of the Mars retrograde cycle emphasizes practical and work matters. How you organize your time is in question now.

From the 19th forward, you begin to feel more clear-headed, prompting quicker decisions and a more direct pursuit of your interests. Even so, it's about the same time that a call to ease up on the stress of seeking clarity emerges as Jupiter and Neptune connect via a trine. This influence has been encouraging you to build the spiritual and emotional elements of your home life and relationships with loved ones for many months now, and is coming together again for the final time, pushing the point! Your financial situation may improve through combining income or borrowing. There can be more power and resources available to you to establish yourself through a home, property, or long-term business endeavor.

From the 23rd, your focus gets far more practical. You're in a great position to build upon recent ideas or projects now. Work, career, health, and finances stand to improve through small but useful changes. You can very successfully implement lifestyle changes now. You may find that a healthy routine benefits your career and long-term goals. You are more able to manage your need for accuracy and attending to details and your desire to innovate and express your individuality, particularly related to your work. The Full Moon on the 26th does remind you to round out your life by considering emotional needs.

On the 27th, Mars turns direct after two months of retrograde motion, and while the shift itself can be a little chaotic and confusing, you'll begin to see slow but sure progress in partnerships and with work and health endeavors in the weeks following. In fact, late summer and early Fall are excellent for second chances in these areas. The final days of August are particularly useful for attracting what you want into your life through your words and gestures.

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Leo (Born August 3 to 12)
AND Leo Ascendant from 10 to 20 degrees Leo:

August 2018 Leo Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

All month:

The Sun illuminates your first house now, bringing issues surrounding your personal identity, appearance, outward behavior, and self-expression to the forefront. This marks the peak of your physical solar cycle, and you are in the position to make an impression on others, and to assert your personal influence. Spontaneity of expression is what this transit is about. You are ready to put your past behind you and to start a new personal cycle. You have presence and you project confidence. Increased energy and a renewed feeling of confidence is with you now, so take advantage.

It's a great month to do something entirely new and pioneering—to go solo in some area of your life. This particular season of the year smiles on your personal endeavors. This is a time when you more easily get in touch with a true sense of your identity and purpose. The most enterprising side of your nature surfaces, and it's time to seize opportunities. Existing problems in your life may be overcome now by bravery and a straightforward approach to your life.

There's nothing wrong with a bit of self-centeredness during this cycle, but avoid taking it too far. It's not the best time for teamwork and other cooperative endeavors. The spotlight is on you and your ability to lead, so make it a good one! Take steps to improve how you come across to others. It's time to carve your own path in life.

Eclipse

A Solar Eclipse Occurs on August 11th: A general rule of thumb regarding eclipses is to avoid major decision-making in the week before and after an eclipse. This is because new information that could change our perspective often is revealed in the week after the eclipse. There is absolutely no need to suspend projects already in progress. Essentially, it's better to take in right now--to observe and get in touch with feelings. The Solar Eclipse marks a new beginning for you. Letting go of the past is necessary in order to move forward. This eclipse occurs in your solar first house, suggesting a new approach to your personal life, the manner in which you come across to others, and the way you assert yourself. A focus on ways to improve or enhance your appearance and mannerisms may be part of the picture in the coming months, as well as a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to how you assert your needs and express yourself to others. This is a phase when you have an increased awareness of your own needs. It's a very powerful time for you--a time to reinvent yourself in some personal way, such as with a new look or manner of expressing and presenting yourself. This is a personally busy time of year, when you feel energetic and enthusiastic. Think about how you present yourself to others, focus on changing personal habits in such a way as to improve your confidence in yourself, and concentrate on putting your best foot forward, as this is a time when you will get noticed and make a personal impression on others. However, factor in the importance of authenticity in your presentation of yourself. You do not have to, of course, reveal all of yourself to others, but the sign of Aries associated with the first house reminds us of the importance of acting on our impulses and believing in ourselves. This is a time when you can be brave and enjoy new experiences.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort

Until the 17th: 

Venus continues to grace your solar second house during this period. You might receive gifts or bonuses now, or you find much comfort in what you already own and have. You may be a little extravagant with money for the time being, as your desire for luxury and comfort items is increased now, and this is something to watch for. When it comes to love, you value those who make you feel comfortable and secure.

From August 17th forward: 

With Venus moving through your solar third house during this period, you are mostly cheerful in your approach to others, and perhaps somewhat intellectual, during this transit. Essentially, you are quite companionable now. You enjoy talking about what interests you, and you find great value in the exchange of ideas. Sometimes this transit brings benefit through siblings, communications, or short trips. During this period, you are most attracted to wit, cheerfulness, and verbal rapport. You are especially good at mediating conflicts. Smoothing over differences using your diplomacy skills figures now.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Mercury is retrograde until August 19th:

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of personal finances, as well as communications with friends or groups, because Mercury rules these areas of your life. Major financial initiatives should be avoided. Remember that friends don't mean what they say and don't say what they mean, and take what you hear with a grain of salt. Group meetings may be delayed or cancelled.

Occurring in your solar first house this time, extra care should be exercised when it comes to your body language. Others may misinterpret your body language, and you should be aware of a tendency to give off mixed signals. People in your life may complain that you seem emotionally distant. You may appear uncommunicative and hard to reach, or what you say comes out wrong. This is a time to review the manner in which you come across to others--not so much whether it truly reflects your nature, but more in terms of whether it is working for or against you. Don't worry too much if others aren't quite "getting" you for the time being. Things will change once Mercury turns direct, so you might decide to try to keep status quo for the time being. You might spend more time than usual when it comes to making decisions now, and this is natural. Rushed decisions may be regretted when you change your mind later on.

Mercury is direct from August 19th forward:

Mercury continues to transit your solar first house. During this cycle, you are more communicative than usual. However, this doesn't necessarily mean that conversations are at their best right now, simply because you are more interested in expressing yourself than listening! You are especially alert and a little cerebral now. You have a receptive audience for your ideas.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Mars is retrograde from June 26-August 27:

All Mars retrograde cycles affect you in the areas of faith, wisdom, perspective, personal philosophy, higher education, travel, and adventure in general because Mars rules your solar ninth house. You could find that you are less confident about expressing yourself in adventurous ways. Your outlook on life in terms of the "bigger picture" could be a little more cautious, and you might find that you temporarily have less faith.

Until August 27th:

Occurring in your solar sixth house during this date range, enthusiasm for your work or health regimes, or for work projects and daily routines, could wane perhaps due to setbacks or stalling. Work itself could seem to be less straightforward or satisfying. New initiatives with these matters may appear less exciting, or you could find that you are less confident about expressing yourself in these areas of life. For some, there can be much preoccupation with your health or work endeavors, and possibly frustration with daily routines. Watch for pent-up anger and passive-aggressiveness on the job. Refocus, backtracking, and review become necessary and recommended now. This Mars retrograde emphasizes practical and work matters. How you organize your time is in question now.

Overview Horoscope:

August 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary for Leo: August is your power month, dear Leo, and you're standing out, even more than usual! Delays with personal plans may be part of your month, but things should be moving a little more smoothly after the 19th when Mercury in your sign ends its retrograde. Nevertheless, Mars continues to retrograde until the 27th, making the month less than ideal for quick developments, new launches, or significant changes. It's a slower month than usual, but definitely not a loss. In fact, you can get a whole lot accomplished now.

From the 6th, Venus is in a harmonious relationship with your sign, enhancing your appeal, manner, and magnetism, especially through your communications. You can find much to enjoy in personal interests, studies, short trips, and making contact with others. It’s a good time for relationships with siblings, classmates, and neighbors. Your natural charm is emphasized with Venus in its own house. This transit certainly helps with Mercury's retrograde in your sign until the 19th which can lead to some misunderstandings. Communications are taken a little more seriously or literally, and not always correctly with Mercury's retrograde, but the Venus transit can help smooth things over. A meaningful communication with someone from your past may be part of the picture around the 7th.

There is a strong focus on you and your money, talents, and communications in August. With the Sun and Mercury in your sign, as well as a Solar Eclipse in Leo (the last one for eight years), it's an essential time for pursuing your personal goals, expressing yourself independently, and taking care of your needs. This is about discovering or reconnecting with your independence and courage to be yourself. Mercury is retrograde in your sign until the 19th, and it's also vital that you look back before moving forward. Transportation and communications options can open for you. Work and partnership can be a little more complicated this month, and it's important to be reflective about recent projects. From the 27th, desires become clearer, particularly related to relationships, travel, education, and legal matters.

This month, there may be purchases made or gifts received that help you connect and learn. You are more charming and creative with your words, and love can be particularly mental and verbal. You are drawn to things that improve your mind. Relationships with your relatives and neighbors can grow. Getting out and about on short trips and errands can be soothing and balancing. Your curiosity about others can lead you to fun discoveries and opportunities.

A work project or major goal may encounter delays, or you may naturally slow down on its pursuit from the 7th. Around the 8th, you see recent decisions or plans in a new light. There is good energy with you for drawing upon the past for ideas and recycling them in improved ways going forward. The 11th brings the Solar Eclipse in your sign, signaling a time for embracing your independence and making your mark.

On the 12th, Mars leaves your partnership sector and dips back into your work and health sector for the final two weeks of its retrograde. There can be hidden treasures in old programs, methods, and work projects. However, if you decide to revive something now, it's best to come at it in entirely new ways rather than repeating past mistakes. This portion of the Mars retrograde cycle emphasizes practical and work matters. How you organize your time is in question now.

From the 19th forward, you begin to feel more clear-headed, prompting quicker decisions and a more direct pursuit of your interests. Even so, it's about the same time that a call to ease up on the stress of seeking clarity emerges as Jupiter and Neptune connect via a trine. This influence has been encouraging you to build the spiritual and emotional elements of your home life and relationships with loved ones for many months now, and is coming together again for the final time, pushing the point! Your financial situation may improve through combining income or borrowing. There can be more power and resources available to you to establish yourself through a home, property, or long-term business endeavor.

From the 23rd, your focus gets far more practical. You're in a great position to build upon recent ideas or projects now. Work, career, health, and finances stand to improve through small but useful changes. You can very successfully implement lifestyle changes now. You may find that a healthy routine benefits your career and long-term goals. You are more able to manage your need for accuracy and attending to details and your desire to innovate and express your individuality, particularly related to your work. The Full Moon on the 26th does remind you to round out your life by considering emotional needs.

On the 27th, Mars turns direct after two months of retrograde motion, and while the shift itself can be a little chaotic and confusing, you'll begin to see slow but sure progress in partnerships and with work and health endeavors in the weeks following. In fact, late summer and early Fall are excellent for second chances in these areas. The final days of August are particularly useful for attracting what you want into your life through your words and gestures.

See our Time Line Forecast report for a personalized forecast for the year ahead.

Get your unique Personalized Horoscope for the year ahead—over 100 pages long—for a detailed guide to your best days and your most challenging days for attracting love, career success, communication, and more.

Know More About Yourself and Others

Try Cafe Astrology's in-depth
birth chart reports, relationship reports, future forecasts, and more.

Love & Romance Forecast Report

Love outlook for the year ahead. Try our Love & Romance Forecast report.

Romantic Compatibility Reports

Try Cafe Astrology's in-depth
romantic compatibility reports, including the Synastry and Love Ties reports.

See also 2018 Leo Horoscope.

Leo (Born August 13 to 22)
AND Leo Ascendant from 20 to 30 degrees Leo:

August 2018 Leo Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until August 12th:

The Sun continues to shine its light on your solar twelfth house. This is the time to listen to your intuition, to take a break from the hectic pace of your life, and to reflect on what you have learned in the past year. You might naturally retreat a little and take more private time for yourself now.

Your physical energy levels may not be up to par for the time being, and this is your body signaling you to take a break. This is not an ideal time for pushing forward with new personal projects and plans. It is better to finish up projects and tie up loose ends now.

From August 12th forward:

The Sun illuminates your first house now, bringing issues surrounding your personal identity, appearance, outward behavior, and self-expression to the forefront. This marks the peak of your physical solar cycle, and you are in the position to make an impression on others, and to assert your personal influence. Spontaneity of expression is what this transit is about. You are ready to put your past behind you and to start a new personal cycle. You have presence and you project confidence. Increased energy and a renewed feeling of confidence is with you now, so take advantage.

It's a great month to do something entirely new and pioneering—to go solo in some area of your life. This particular season of the year smiles on your personal endeavors. This is a time when you more easily get in touch with a true sense of your identity and purpose. The most enterprising side of your nature surfaces, and it's time to seize opportunities. Existing problems in your life may be overcome now by bravery and a straightforward approach to your life.

There's nothing wrong with a bit of self-centeredness during this cycle, but avoid taking it too far. It's not the best time for teamwork and other cooperative endeavors. The spotlight is on you and your ability to lead, so make it a good one! Take steps to improve how you come across to others. It's time to carve your own path in life.

Eclipse

A Solar Eclipse Occurs on August 11th: A general rule of thumb regarding eclipses is to avoid major decision-making in the week before and after an eclipse. This is because new information that could change our perspective often is revealed in the week after the eclipse. There is absolutely no need to suspend projects already in progress. Essentially, it's better to take in right now--to observe and get in touch with feelings. The Solar Eclipse marks a new beginning for you. Letting go of the past is necessary in order to move forward. This eclipse occurs in your solar first house, suggesting a new approach to your personal life, the manner in which you come across to others, and the way you assert yourself. A focus on ways to improve or enhance your appearance and mannerisms may be part of the picture in the coming months, as well as a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to how you assert your needs and express yourself to others. This is a phase when you have an increased awareness of your own needs. It's a very powerful time for you--a time to reinvent yourself in some personal way, such as with a new look or manner of expressing and presenting yourself. This is a personally busy time of year, when you feel energetic and enthusiastic. Think about how you present yourself to others, focus on changing personal habits in such a way as to improve your confidence in yourself, and concentrate on putting your best foot forward, as this is a time when you will get noticed and make a personal impression on others. However, factor in the importance of authenticity in your presentation of yourself. You do not have to, of course, reveal all of yourself to others, but the sign of Aries associated with the first house reminds us of the importance of acting on our impulses and believing in ourselves. This is a time when you can be brave and enjoy new experiences.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort

Until August 28th: 

Venus continues to grace your solar second house during this period. You might receive gifts or bonuses now, or you find much comfort in what you already own and have. You may be a little extravagant with money for the time being, as your desire for luxury and comfort items is increased now, and this is something to watch for. When it comes to love, you value those who make you feel comfortable and secure.

From August 28th forward: 

With Venus moving through your solar third house during this period, you are mostly cheerful in your approach to others, and perhaps somewhat intellectual, during this transit. Essentially, you are quite companionable now. You enjoy talking about what interests you, and you find great value in the exchange of ideas. Sometimes this transit brings benefit through siblings, communications, or short trips. During this period, you are most attracted to wit, cheerfulness, and verbal rapport. You are especially good at mediating conflicts. Smoothing over differences using your diplomacy skills figures now.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Mercury is retrograde until August 19th:

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of personal finances, as well as communications with friends or groups, because Mercury rules these areas of your life. Major financial initiatives should be avoided. Remember that friends don't mean what they say and don't say what they mean, and take what you hear with a grain of salt. Group meetings may be delayed or cancelled.

Occurring in your solar twelfth and first houses this time, extra care should be exercised when it comes to body language and intuition. Others may misinterpret your body language, and you should be aware of a tendency to give off mixed signals. People in your life may complain that you seem emotionally distant. This is a time to review the manner in which you come across to others--not so much whether it truly reflects your nature, but more in terms of whether it is working for or against you. You may find that you are less able to rely on your intuition. Perhaps you're picking up the wrong cues or reading too much into situations. Whatever the case may be, for the time being, you may not feel that your intuition is serving you well. Be as non-judgmental as you can, but do keep an eye out for deceptiveness and falseness in others. It would be wise to be especially clear when it comes to communicating with close partners and family members; or take this time to re-examine issues rather than communicating about them prematurely.

From August 31st forward: 

With Mercury in your solar first house, you are most inclined to speak up about matters that you previously were only mulling over. Your disposition is more intellectual than usual now, and self-expression comes easily. You are sharper than usual--more observant, and more inclined to "live in the head". Relationships with siblings, neighbors, classmates, and casual friends may become more prominent in your life now.

It is likely that you will initiate discussions during this period, evaluate your appearance and the impact you have on those around you, and make contact with others rather than stay chained to any one place or activity.

This is the time to be direct and to communicate your needs and interests. You are more inclined to talk about yourself and your personal past now. This may also be a restless time when it is difficult to turn the thinking process off when it would be better to relax! It is an especially fruitful time for any endeavor that requires dealing with words, ideas, and facts and figures.

Your demeanor is more youthful, perhaps mischievous, light-hearted, and non-threatening so that others may be more inclined to turn to you for advice or pleasant conversation. Using the power of words to attract what you want or to further your interests works best for you now.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Mars is retrograde from June 26-August 27

All Mars retrograde cycles affect you in the areas of faith, wisdom, perspective, personal philosophy, higher education, travel, and adventure in general because Mars rules your solar ninth house. You could find that you are less confident about expressing yourself in adventurous ways. Your outlook on life in terms of the "bigger picture" could be a little more cautious, and you might find that you temporarily have less faith.

Until August 27th:

Occurring in your solar sixth house during this date range, enthusiasm for your work or health regimes, or for work projects and daily routines, could wane perhaps due to setbacks or stalling. Work itself could seem to be less straightforward or satisfying. New initiatives with these matters may appear less exciting, or you could find that you are less confident about expressing yourself in these areas of life. For some, there can be much preoccupation with your health or work endeavors, and possibly frustration with daily routines. Watch for pent-up anger and passive-aggressiveness on the job. Refocus, backtracking, and review become necessary and recommended now. This Mars retrograde emphasizes practical and work matters. How you organize your time is in question now.

vFrom August 27th forward:

Mars animates and energizes your solar sixth house. You have more energy for work and your daily routines tend to speed up during this transit. Perhaps you have a larger workload than usual. It's a great time to take charge of your health. You have much energy at your disposal to pick up (or step up) a health and physical activity program. It might be hard for you to work with others in a harmonious manner during this transit, and disputes with co-workers are possible. If you are feeling especially angry, frustrated, or restless, it would be wise to find little projects and things to do so that you can channel excess energy constructively. If health is affected, fevers or infections are more likely.

Overview Horoscope:

August 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary for Leo: August is your power month, dear Leo, and you're standing out, even more than usual! Delays with personal plans may be part of your month, but things should be moving a little more smoothly after the 19th when Mercury in your sign ends its retrograde. Nevertheless, Mars continues to retrograde until the 27th, making the month less than ideal for quick developments, new launches, or significant changes. It's a slower month than usual, but definitely not a loss. In fact, you can get a whole lot accomplished now.

From the 6th, Venus is in a harmonious relationship with your sign, enhancing your appeal, manner, and magnetism, especially through your communications. You can find much to enjoy in personal interests, studies, short trips, and making contact with others. It’s a good time for relationships with siblings, classmates, and neighbors. Your natural charm is emphasized with Venus in its own house. This transit certainly helps with Mercury's retrograde in your sign until the 19th which can lead to some misunderstandings. Communications are taken a little more seriously or literally, and not always correctly with Mercury's retrograde, but the Venus transit can help smooth things over. A meaningful communication with someone from your past may be part of the picture around the 7th.

There is a strong focus on you and your money, talents, and communications in August. With the Sun and Mercury in your sign, as well as a Solar Eclipse in Leo (the last one for eight years), it's an essential time for pursuing your personal goals, expressing yourself independently, and taking care of your needs. This is about discovering or reconnecting with your independence and courage to be yourself. Mercury is retrograde in your sign until the 19th, and it's also vital that you look back before moving forward. Transportation and communications options can open for you. Work and partnership can be a little more complicated this month, and it's important to be reflective about recent projects. From the 27th, desires become clearer, particularly related to relationships, travel, education, and legal matters.

This month, there may be purchases made or gifts received that help you connect and learn. You are more charming and creative with your words, and love can be particularly mental and verbal. You are drawn to things that improve your mind. Relationships with your relatives and neighbors can grow. Getting out and about on short trips and errands can be soothing and balancing. Your curiosity about others can lead you to fun discoveries and opportunities.

A work project or major goal may encounter delays, or you may naturally slow down on its pursuit from the 7th. Around the 8th, you see recent decisions or plans in a new light. There is good energy with you for drawing upon the past for ideas and recycling them in improved ways going forward. The 11th brings the Solar Eclipse in your sign, signaling a time for embracing your independence and making your mark.

On the 12th, Mars leaves your partnership sector and dips back into your work and health sector for the final two weeks of its retrograde. There can be hidden treasures in old programs, methods, and work projects. However, if you decide to revive something now, it's best to come at it in entirely new ways rather than repeating past mistakes. This portion of the Mars retrograde cycle emphasizes practical and work matters. How you organize your time is in question now.

From the 19th forward, you begin to feel more clear-headed, prompting quicker decisions and a more direct pursuit of your interests. Even so, it's about the same time that a call to ease up on the stress of seeking clarity emerges as Jupiter and Neptune connect via a trine. This influence has been encouraging you to build the spiritual and emotional elements of your home life and relationships with loved ones for many months now, and is coming together again for the final time, pushing the point! Your financial situation may improve through combining income or borrowing. There can be more power and resources available to you to establish yourself through a home, property, or long-term business endeavor.

From the 23rd, your focus gets far more practical. You're in a great position to build upon recent ideas or projects now. Work, career, health, and finances stand to improve through small but useful changes. You can very successfully implement lifestyle changes now. You may find that a healthy routine benefits your career and long-term goals. You are more able to manage your need for accuracy and attending to details and your desire to innovate and express your individuality, particularly related to your work. The Full Moon on the 26th does remind you to round out your life by considering emotional needs.

On the 27th, Mars turns direct after two months of retrograde motion, and while the shift itself can be a little chaotic and confusing, you'll begin to see slow but sure progress in partnerships and with work and health endeavors in the weeks following. In fact, late summer and early Fall are excellent for second chances in these areas. The final days of August are particularly useful for attracting what you want into your life through your words and gestures.

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