Sagittarius Monthly Horoscope August 2023

Sagittarius (Born December 13 to 21) and Sagittarius Ascendant from 20 to 30 degrees Sagittarius:

August 2023 Sagittarius Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

August 2023

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until August 12th:

The Sun continues to highlight your solar eighth house. Your attention turns inward, as well as to close personal relationships on a deeper level. Personal transformations, personal power, and intimate matters fulfill you most during this cycle. There may be a strong focus on other's money, such as the resources of a partner, inheritance, banking and loans, or taxes.

You are more intense in your mood and disposition, and perhaps even secretive, at this time of year. You are more in touch with the deeper and even primal elements of your own personality, and more able to see these things in others. This can be a determined and personally powerful time of year if you apply the energy of this transit constructively.

From August 13th forward:

This month, with the Sun spotlighting your solar ninth house, your focus turns outward, away from the more personal concerns that have occupied your thoughts in the last months. More than any other time during the year, you are feeling most adventurous and willing to take a leap of faith. This is a cycle in which you seek a higher meaning to your life, and/or seek out new experiences that take you beyond the here and now, and beyond the mundane details of day-to-day life. Anything that broadens your experiences attracts now.

A lack of superficiality finds you straight to the point, interested in the truth of things. It would be wise for you to consider scheduling a vacation, adventure of sorts, or a course that expands your mind. These don't have to happen now, but taking the time to recognize your needs for escaping the daily grind, taking a few risks, and feeding your spirit for self-expression through some form of adventure or higher learning, will help you to feel good about yourself. The only caution with this cycle is that you could lose touch with managing everyday affairs and important details.

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

Venus is retrograde all month (from July 22nd to September 3rd): 

Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well.

Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined.

It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle.

However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.

For the most part, this Venus Retrograde cycle occurs in your solar eighth house of intimacy, shared resources, and personal transformation. Hold onto your money, work on a budget, and avoid arguments with loved ones that revolve around intimacy and sexuality. A disagreement over joint finances can also get you into hot water. Hold back. What you say now can have annoying ramifications.

You may find it hard to feel supported by others, and your intimate life may seem superficial or even strained. You might use this time to review past purchases or to handle financial matters such as taxes that you have put off (or it may be necessary to do so). It can be a strong time for finding a good buy. It's a fine time for review and reassessment.

Friendships and working relationships are Venus-ruled in your chart, and special care should be exercised in these areas of life. Be patient if these matters fail to satisfy you for the time being.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Until August 17th: 

Mercury continues to transit your solar ninth house. During this cycle, you are especially fond of exchanging ideas with others, particularly your personal philosophies. You are inclined to take a broader look at things now, rather than concentrate on the details. You are communicating with more persuasiveness, enthusiasm, and optimism at this time.

From August 18th: 

Mercury transits your solar tenth house. You are likely thinking a lot about your career and business matters, or your career requires more communication than usual during this cycle. You speak with authority during this period, and you are more accountable than usual for what (and how) you communicate. Your ideas may come into public view now.

Use the power of words to influence authority figures. This is an excellent period for developing career and professional plans or strategies. You may be turned to for advice or for your opinion on important matters. Although approachable and ready to communicate, you are less inclined to chat about frivolous matters now.

You tend to think about your position or standing on a professional level more frequently during this cycle. You are likely doing some multi-tasking regarding career and business matters. Negative use of this influence would be to worry unnecessarily about your reputation and responsibilities.

Mercury is retrograde from August 23rd to September 15th: 

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of communications with bosses or in your career in general, as well as communications with a close partner, because Mercury rules these areas of your life. An argument over joint finances can also get you into hot water. Hold back. Because Virgo and Gemini are on the angles of your chart, you may be especially sensitive to all of the common Mercury Retrograde issues.

Occurring in your solar tenth house this time, extra care should be exercised when communicating with the public, superiors, and co-workers. You may find that communications with bosses and co-workers, and concerning professional matters in general, can be tricky during this cycle. Strive to be as clear as possible so that you are not misunderstood when dealing with the public. Put off making definite career decisions as much as possible for the time being. You may be re-thinking matters regarding your life path, which is a good idea, but it's best to think rather than act for now, as your judgment may be compromised. It would be wise to be especially clear when it comes to communicating with authority figures during this cycle; or, better yet, take this time to rethink concerns and grievances before talking about them prematurely.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Until the 11th:

Mars continues to animate and energize your solar ninth house. Your energy levels and sense of timing are good during this cycle. You are strong and bold in your beliefs and convictions as well, and others tend to naturally follow your lead. You actively seek out new learning experiences and have a strong desire to set out on new adventures, however big or small. Others find you easy to be around, even inspiring and energizing, and are attracted to your assertiveness and courage.

From the 12th:

Mars animates and energizes your solar tenth house. This transit stimulates your ambition and/or your desire to be recognized for your accomplishments. Whether it's professional or personal, you are likely to have an increased desire for others to notice you. This can be a good time to become self-employed or start a business if other factors (and Mars itself) are favorable. Conflicts with those in authority are possible now. You may pour more energy into self-promotion or business/career activities.

Overview Horoscope:

August 2023 Monthly Horoscope Overview for Sagittarius:

The Full Moon on the first day of August occurs in your communications sector, dear Sagittarius, and starts the month off on a busy note. It's a time of special attention to your daily affairs, studies, and goings-on in your neighborhood. Even so, this month's larger themes encourage you to reach out beyond your routine to explore new ideas, concepts, places, and activities. You more often seek richer experiences and more mental stimulation in August.

Still, Venus continues in retrograde motion all month in the same emphasized area of your solar chart, complicating things. While you're more invested, you're also gaining a new perspective and might redefine some of your beliefs, ideals, goals, and dreams. You might also more clearly see which approaches or expectations you had in the past that sent you along the wrong path. It's an excellent time to set up new intentions, particularly related to vitality, beliefs, studies, friendships, love, passion projects, and interests. There can be a sense of emotional renewal and a fresh start or a new beginning based on revelations about what you love and value the most from the 12th-13th forward.

It's a good idea to watch for processing too much information or for sensory overload — be discriminating with what you take in. You could experience some restlessness as your desire to improve your daily affairs sometimes competes with the need to break the routine.

Mercury turns retrograde on the 23rd, highlighting the need to rethink longer-term goals. You may need to backtrack over work you thought was complete. This eventually works to your advantage, as you'll be better prepared to take advantage of the opportunities that come your way, knowing what you want.

Despite retrogrades and shifts slowing things down in August, some of your plans come together well. Channeling your energy into constructive projects can be satisfying, for instance. Your attitude towards your work and goals is especially positive, and you're ready to take on a challenge. Ideas and methods for work, business, and health are in top shape. Most importantly, you feel equipped to solve problems. Working at your own pace makes it easier to follow your intuition and hunches.

The Sun reaches the top of your solar chart on the 23rd, the same day Mercury retrogrades. You're approaching your career, business plans and goals, or general life direction differently--with more heart and pride but also from a new perspective. There can be a pleasant feeling of reinvigoration regarding your life path goals. You can experience some shifts with focus, reputation, leadership, or management.

You can experience a strong desire to put things into order and make sense of things at this time, determined to make improvements that go deep. More structured approaches to your home life can help you give more to your work, responsibilities, and wellness pursuits. At the same time, Mars moves to your social sector on the 27th, boosting your mood and stirring your desire to pursue happiness goals. It can come as a refreshing mindset change as you close out the month.

The Full Moon on the 30th is the second one of the month, but this one occurs in your sector of home and family and is quite different than the lunation at the beginning of August. Instead of stirring you to action, it reminds you to connect with your comfort, familiarity, safety, and nurturing needs.

See also 2023 Sagittarius Preview Horoscope and the full 2023 Yearly Sagittarius Horoscope.