Taurus Monthly Horoscope: August 2018

Taurus (Born April 21 to 30) and Taurus Ascendant from 0 to 10 degrees Taurus:

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

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until August 22nd:

The Sun continues to put a spotlight on your solar fourth house. This is a period of recharge, of getting in touch with your innermost feelings, of connecting with your roots, and of spending more time and energy on home and family. Home and family matters capture your attention and are a strong source of pride now. It's a time when worldly matters are not as important to you.

Use this energy to find ways to improve your family relations and your home environment. During this heart-warming cycle, you would do best to allow yourself to explore your inner needs so that you can nurture yourself and others in a healthy, growth-oriented manner, in preparation for more outgoing times to come.

From August 23rd forward:

The Sun illuminates your solar fifth house now. After a period of "nesting", you are coming out of your shell, ready to perform and to express yourself creatively. This is a very playful period of the year, when you are inspired creatively and emotionally. After a period of self-protectiveness, you are now more spontaneous and more willing to take risks. You take more pride than usual in your creations, your love affairs, your children, and your hobbies. Pleasure and amusement play an important role in your search for freedom of self-expression now. Show off your best colors!

You want others to take notice, and you are more sensitive to whether people appreciate you. More than any time of the year, this is the cycle in which you focus on having fun, enjoying romance, and expressing yourself creatively. Your hobbies, leisure time, moments spent with children, gaming time, and so forth, all come into focus at this time of year.

This is a cycle in which you find joy in expressing who you are--when your "inner child" comes out to play. This is a time when you are more flirtatious than usual, and when you might take a few risks in life--not only gambling with games but with life itself. You might be a bit of a showman at this time. You are likely feeling good in general, and you tend to spread the joy.

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 fourth house, suggesting a new approach to domestic affairs, home, and family. A new set-up in an existing home or a new home altogether may be part of the picture in the coming months, as well as a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to your domestic routines, comfort, and feeling of security. This is a phase when you have an increased awareness of your need for a solid foundation--a place to return to when the rest of the world is getting on your nerves.

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

Until the 6th: 

Venus continues to transit your solar fifth house. Your popularity is on an upward trend during this cycle as others find you especially attractive and friendly. You may have the desire to dress well and in good taste. There is strength in your feelings of love and the power of attraction, which may open the door to new romantic relationships. Yet, you are not aggressive in your approach to love. Instead, you attract more if you allow yourself to be pursued during this cycle. Conditions are highlighted in connection with young people, and quite possibly a female child--a stronger bond could be formed during this period. You are feeling inspired creatively and romantically and you express your loving feelings quite openly now. Creative self-expression of any kind is favored at this time. You will also thoroughly enjoy artistic, musical, or cultural events and activities, especially in the company of a loved one. At this time, you instinctively know how to place yourself in the best light in order to make a good impression on others. Any love affair begun now will be characterized by good cheer, having fun, and a fair share of emotional drama!

From August 6th forward: 

Venus graces your solar sixth house now. Establishing a happy and harmonious work environment through friendly relations with co-workers or tidying up your work area comes into focus now. Romantic and social activities may revolve around your working environment. You are generally well liked and respected socially on the job right now. Some laziness is possible now, as you tend to associate pleasure with work! Perhaps you are socializing more than usual on the job. You have good team spirit during this cycle, and you are more tactful and obliging with your co-workers. You are less inclined to fall in love for the sake of love itself during this cycle. Your tendency is to consider whether it is clever to do so! You're most successful doing tasks that involve cooperation and team harmony. You could find that your talents or skills are especially appreciated. Romantic and social activities may revolve around your working environment.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

All month: 

Mercury continues to transit your solar fourth house. Your thoughts tend to revolve around personal matters, especially family, home, and domestic issues. You enjoy, more than usual, discussions and stories about the past and about family.

You are more rational and objective when it comes to your relationships with those close to you, so it is, in fact, a good time to open up discussions with family. There can be increased activities in and around the home during this cycle. You are not as interested in worldly matters and career as you are in your personal life for the time being.

Mercury is retrograde until August 19th:

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of communications with lovers or children, and regarding financial affairs, because Mercury rules these areas of your life. Your judgment with regards to personal finances (Gemini-ruled for you) as well as romantic partners and creative endeavors may not be up to par just now, so do avoid "signing on the dotted line". Speculation is not advised during this cycle.

Occurring in your solar fourth house this time, extra care should be exercised when it comes to family relations, real estate matters, and domestic issues. Be as non-judgmental as you can with family members. It may be challenging to keep a healthy perspective regarding deeply personal matters and family. Family members may be on edge, or appear to be. Home repairs may not turn out as expected. Try to put off major decision- making with regards to home improvement, moving, and family matters for the time being. New initiatives surrounding home and property are best left for a better time, but reworking and reorganizing your home can be especially fruitful now.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Mars is retrograde from June 26-August 27

All Mars retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of your intuition and spiritual matters, because Mars rules these areas of your life. 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. Keep an eye out for deceptiveness and falseness in others. It would be wise to be especially clear when it comes to communicating about your inner world now or take this time to re-examine issues rather than communicating about them prematurely. Private affairs and solitary work might need to be put on the back burner, or you could show less enthusiasm for them as you reassess matters.

From June 26-August 12:

Occurring in your solar tenth house during this period, enthusiasm for career and public or professional matters may wane, perhaps due to some problems or setbacks in these areas of life. Ambiguities might have you second-guessing or reassessing your goals. You might feel less confident or you could simply feel more cautious now. Some projects may stall. You may be feeling as if you are only going through the motions when it comes to  your duties and responsibilities, temporarily lacking ambition, fire, or motivation. 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.

From August 12-27:

Occurring in your solar ninth house during this period, enthusiasm for higher education, travel, your personal philosophy, or adventure, in general, may wane, perhaps due to some problems or setbacks in these areas of life. Some projects may stall, or 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 more cautious, and you might find that you temporarily have less faith, or you are questioning the faith that has carried you to date. Refocus, backtracking, and review become necessary and recommended now. Your outlook and lust for life, for the time being, might not be as natural or spontaneous as it has been.

Mars is direct from the 27th:

Mars animates and energizes your solar ninth house. During this period, you are especially enthusiastic and more bold than usual. Some restlessness and hunger for adventure is experienced now. Essentially, you are looking to expand your activities, and you may find that you have a lot of energy for higher studies, travel, or simply new subjects. Negative potentials include being excessively opinionated or getting easily fired up over differences in points of view, or legal fights.

Overview Horoscope:

Taurus Monthly Horoscope Summary for August 2018: The month ahead brings a stronger focus on home and family life, dear Taurus. You begin August attempting to find a balance between attention to home and family life and focus on professional or "outside" responsibilities. Easing up on the pressure you put on yourself to shine in both areas can help. With Mercury retrograde in one sector until the 19th and Mars retrograde in the other sector until the 27th, there can be a slew of small problems and delays to deal with, which can certainly slow you down. If you've been undecided about a project launch, a move, or a personal change, the energy of the Solar Eclipse on the 11th may tempt you to push forward. However, all of August is not ideal for brand new beginnings, so you may want to plan and strategize now and save new beginnings for September or later. Keep in mind that any backtracking you need to do in August will contribute greatly to the strength of future plans, so we're not talking about lost time!

You're likely to pay special attention to personal matters, domestic affairs, and family much of August, but later in the month, you come out of your protective shell. From the 23rd, there is an increasing focus on entertainment, romance, and creative self-expression. You end the month far more outgoing and confident than you begin it.

Venus, your ruler, enters your work and health sector on the 6th, and for the rest of the month and beyond (until September 9th), this transit encourages more pleasure and harmony in your daily life, including your work or routines and health pursuits. You can take pleasure in producing, serving, and managing your daily affairs. You feel more accomplished through cooperation and sharing. Or, you might make pleasant contacts through the pursuit of your work, health, or daily goals.

Uranus recently entered your sign and will spend about seven years in Taurus. However, it turns retrograde today and will dip back into the sign of Aries in November for a few more months before returning to Taurus more consistently in March. While you've had stirrings of excitement and perhaps disruptions since May, you're now slowing down on the fight against the ordinary or routine.

On the 12th, Mars moves back into your solar ninth house, and will spend its final two weeks of retrograde motion in this area of your chart. You may be dealing with waning energy or enthusiasm levels initially until you redirect your energy into different channels. Legal or publishing matters can require a second look. You might rediscover old studies, interests, and passions that spark a new interest, but be sure to approach them in fresh ways so that they aren't left unfinished this time around.

While August can be slow-moving, and at times, you may feel you're backtracking, a Jupiter-Neptune aspect can help your mood. This influence helps you form or strengthen your relationships. You might even connect with a kindred spirit. Someone in your life could inspire you to seek out happier circumstances or reach for a long-term dream or goal. This sets the stage for the Full Moon on the 26th that pulls up your true feelings about a friend or romance. The week following this Full Moon, while a little chaotic, can be excellent for your social life.

The Sun moves into harmony with your sign on the 23rd, and is part of a grand trine in Earth signs on the 25th. This influence helps you express your individuality and your reliability at the same time. You're finding effective channels for expressing your unique personality and ideas. You might come to a new understanding in a relationship in which you feel both free and secure, or you enjoy a satisfying creative project or pastime now that helps you release stress and tension.

The direct turn of Mars on the 27th can also prompt a turning point or signal forward movement for studies, projects, publishing efforts, career, your reputation, legal affairs, or travel. If you've encountered difficulties or delays with your career path or reputation, these matters are likely to clear up starting mid-September forward. Courage, confidence, and clarity are returning now! Projects and personal interests can bring greater rewards. Don't try to take on too much all at once, however. Easing forward is best after a retrograde period. This comes at a time when your social or romantic life is picking up pace and you're naturally coming out of an introspective period.

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Taurus (Born May 1 to 10) and Taurus Ascendant from 10 to 20 degrees Taurus:

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

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

All month:

With the Sun spotlighting your house of family and home, these areas are your instinctive focus during this period. Your family, home, property concerns, roots, and heritage come into focus and become a source of pride. You are likely quite preoccupied with feelings of security and your inner experiences. This is a time when you send down roots and seek a feeling of belonging. You could be thrust into a position of leadership on the home front.

Ego confrontations with family members are possible now, but the best way to handle this energy is to do your best to strengthen your relationship with your family and your home base. This is a time to do what you can to build trust in your family life and a strong foundation within yourself so that regardless of what you meet in the outside world over the next months, you have a secure place to return to. Besides spending more time tending to domestic affairs, the focus can be on cultivating and nourishing the inner foundations that support you and your growth. This is a time to collect yourself--to fill your well, so to speak.

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 fourth house, suggesting a new approach to domestic affairs, home, and family. A new set-up in an existing home or a new home altogether may be part of the picture in the coming months, as well as a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to your domestic routines, comfort, and feeling of security. This is a phase when you have an increased awareness of your need for a solid foundation--a place to return to when the rest of the world is getting on your nerves.

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

Until the 17th: 

Venus continues to transit your solar fifth house. Your popularity is on an upward trend during this cycle as others find you especially attractive and friendly. You may have the desire to dress well and in good taste. There is strength in your feelings of love and the power of attraction, which may open the door to new romantic relationships. Yet, you are not aggressive in your approach to love. Instead, you attract more if you allow yourself to be pursued during this cycle. Conditions are highlighted in connection with young people, and quite possibly a female child--a stronger bond could be formed during this period. You are feeling inspired creatively and romantically and you express your loving feelings quite openly now. Creative self-expression of any kind is favored at this time. You will also thoroughly enjoy artistic, musical, or cultural events and activities, especially in the company of a loved one. At this time, you instinctively know how to place yourself in the best light in order to make a good impression on others. Any love affair begun now will be characterized by good cheer, having fun, and a fair share of emotional drama!

From August 17th forward: 

Venus graces your solar sixth house now. Establishing a happy and harmonious work environment through friendly relations with co-workers or tidying up your work area comes into focus now. Romantic and social activities may revolve around your working environment. You are generally well liked and respected socially on the job right now. Some laziness is possible now, as you tend to associate pleasure with work! Perhaps you are socializing more than usual on the job. You have good team spirit during this cycle, and you are more tactful and obliging with your co-workers. You are less inclined to fall in love for the sake of love itself during this cycle. Your tendency is to consider whether it is clever to do so! You're most successful doing tasks that involve cooperation and team harmony. You could find that your talents or skills are especially appreciated. Romantic and social activities may revolve around your working environment.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Mercury is retrograde until August 19th:

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of communications with lovers or children, and regarding financial affairs, because Mercury rules these areas of your life. Your judgment with regards to personal finances (Gemini-ruled for you) as well as romantic partners and creative endeavors may not be up to par just now, so do avoid "signing on the dotted line". Speculation is not advised during this cycle.

Occurring in your solar fourth house this time, extra care should be exercised when it comes to family relations, real estate matters, and domestic issues. Be as non-judgmental as you can with family members. It may be challenging to keep a healthy perspective regarding deeply personal matters and family. Family members may be on edge, or appear to be. Home repairs may not turn out as expected. Try to put off major decision- making with regards to home improvement, moving, and family matters for the time being. New initiatives surrounding home and property are best left for a better time, but reworking and reorganizing your home can be especially fruitful now.

Mercury is direct from August 19th forward:

Mercury continues to transit your solar fourth house. Your thoughts tend to revolve around personal matters, especially family, home, and domestic issues. You enjoy, more than usual, discussions and stories about the past and about family.

You are more rational and objective when it comes to your relationships with those close to you, so it is, in fact, a good time to open up discussions with family. There can be increased activities in and around the home during this cycle. You are not as interested in worldly matters and career as you are in your personal life for the time being.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Mars is retrograde from June 26-August 27:

All Mars retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of your intuition and spiritual matters, because Mars rules these areas of your life. 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. Keep an eye out for deceptiveness and falseness in others. It would be wise to be especially clear when it comes to communicating about your inner world now or take this time to re-examine issues rather than communicating about them prematurely. Private affairs and solitary work might need to be put on the back burner, or you could show less enthusiasm for them as you reassess matters.

Until August 27th:

Occurring in your solar ninth house during this period, enthusiasm for higher education, travel, your personal philosophy, or adventure, in general, may wane, perhaps due to some problems or setbacks in these areas of life. Some projects may stall, or 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 more cautious, and you might find that you temporarily have less faith, or you are questioning the faith that has carried you to date. Refocus, backtracking, and review become necessary and recommended now. Your outlook and lust for life, for the time being, might not be as natural or spontaneous as it has been.

Overview Horoscope:

Taurus Monthly Horoscope Summary for August 2018: The month ahead brings a stronger focus on home and family life, dear Taurus. You begin August attempting to find a balance between attention to home and family life and focus on professional or "outside" responsibilities. Easing up on the pressure you put on yourself to shine in both areas can help. With Mercury retrograde in one sector until the 19th and Mars retrograde in the other sector until the 27th, there can be a slew of small problems and delays to deal with, which can certainly slow you down. If you've been undecided about a project launch, a move, or a personal change, the energy of the Solar Eclipse on the 11th may tempt you to push forward. However, all of August is not ideal for brand new beginnings, so you may want to plan and strategize now and save new beginnings for September or later. Keep in mind that any backtracking you need to do in August will contribute greatly to the strength of future plans, so we're not talking about lost time!

You're likely to pay special attention to personal matters, domestic affairs, and family much of August, but later in the month, you come out of your protective shell. From the 23rd, there is an increasing focus on entertainment, romance, and creative self-expression. You end the month far more outgoing and confident than you begin it.

Venus, your ruler, enters your work and health sector on the 6th, and for the rest of the month and beyond (until September 9th), this transit encourages more pleasure and harmony in your daily life, including your work or routines and health pursuits. You can take pleasure in producing, serving, and managing your daily affairs. You feel more accomplished through cooperation and sharing. Or, you might make pleasant contacts through the pursuit of your work, health, or daily goals.

Uranus recently entered your sign and will spend about seven years in Taurus. However, it turns retrograde today and will dip back into the sign of Aries in November for a few more months before returning to Taurus more consistently in March. While you've had stirrings of excitement and perhaps disruptions since May, you're now slowing down on the fight against the ordinary or routine.

On the 12th, Mars moves back into your solar ninth house, and will spend its final two weeks of retrograde motion in this area of your chart. You may be dealing with waning energy or enthusiasm levels initially until you redirect your energy into different channels. Legal or publishing matters can require a second look. You might rediscover old studies, interests, and passions that spark a new interest, but be sure to approach them in fresh ways so that they aren't left unfinished this time around.

While August can be slow-moving, and at times, you may feel you're backtracking, a Jupiter-Neptune aspect can help your mood. This influence helps you form or strengthen your relationships. You might even connect with a kindred spirit. Someone in your life could inspire you to seek out happier circumstances or reach for a long-term dream or goal. This sets the stage for the Full Moon on the 26th that pulls up your true feelings about a friend or romance. The week following this Full Moon, while a little chaotic, can be excellent for your social life.

The Sun moves into harmony with your sign on the 23rd, and is part of a grand trine in Earth signs on the 25th. This influence helps you express your individuality and your reliability at the same time. You're finding effective channels for expressing your unique personality and ideas. You might come to a new understanding in a relationship in which you feel both free and secure, or you enjoy a satisfying creative project or pastime now that helps you release stress and tension.

The direct turn of Mars on the 27th can also prompt a turning point or signal forward movement for studies, projects, publishing efforts, career, your reputation, legal affairs, or travel. If you've encountered difficulties or delays with your career path or reputation, these matters are likely to clear up starting mid-September forward. Courage, confidence, and clarity are returning now! Projects and personal interests can bring greater rewards. Don't try to take on too much all at once, however. Easing forward is best after a retrograde period. This comes at a time when your social or romantic life is picking up pace and you're naturally coming out of an introspective period.

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.

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

Romantic Compatibility Reports

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romantic compatibility reports, including the Synastry and Love Ties reports.

See also general trends for Taurus in 2018.

Taurus (Born May 11 to 21) AND Taurus Ascendant from 20 to 30 degrees Taurus:

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

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until August 12th:

The Sun continues to highlight your solar third house--a time of the year in which you are most likely to be a "busy bee". Communications, short trips, errand-running, and general busy-ness feature now. You could have a finger in many pies, so to speak, as your curiosity is piqued by a larger variety of things than usual. Used well, this could be a period in which you come up with solutions to a number of problems. You are more inclined to take pride in your intellectual accomplishments and/or your ability to socialize and make connections.

From August 12th forward:

With the Sun spotlighting your house of family and home, these areas are your instinctive focus during this period. Your family, home, property concerns, roots, and heritage come into focus and become a source of pride. You are likely quite preoccupied with feelings of security and your inner experiences. This is a time when you send down roots and seek a feeling of belonging. You could be thrust into a position of leadership on the home front.

Ego confrontations with family members are possible now, but the best way to handle this energy is to do your best to strengthen your relationship with your family and your home base. This is a time to do what you can to build trust in your family life and a strong foundation within yourself so that regardless of what you meet in the outside world over the next months, you have a secure place to return to. Besides spending more time tending to domestic affairs, the focus can be on cultivating and nourishing the inner foundations that support you and your growth. This is a time to collect yourself--to fill your well, so to speak.

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 fourth house, suggesting a new approach to domestic affairs, home, and family. A new set-up in an existing home or a new home altogether may be part of the picture in the coming months, as well as a sense of renewal and reinvigoration with regards to your domestic routines, comfort, and feeling of security. This is a phase when you have an increased awareness of your need for a solid foundation--a place to return to when the rest of the world is getting on your nerves.

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

Until August 28th: 

Venus continues to transit your solar fifth house. Your popularity is on an upward trend during this cycle as others find you especially attractive and friendly. You may have the desire to dress well and in good taste. There is strength in your feelings of love and the power of attraction, which may open the door to new romantic relationships. Yet, you are not aggressive in your approach to love. Instead, you attract more if you allow yourself to be pursued during this cycle. Conditions are highlighted in connection with young people, and quite possibly a female child--a stronger bond could be formed during this period. You are feeling inspired creatively and romantically and you express your loving feelings quite openly now. Creative self-expression of any kind is favored at this time. You will also thoroughly enjoy artistic, musical, or cultural events and activities, especially in the company of a loved one. At this time, you instinctively know how to place yourself in the best light in order to make a good impression on others. Any love affair begun now will be characterized by good cheer, having fun, and a fair share of emotional drama!

From August 28th forward: 

Venus graces your solar sixth house now. Establishing a happy and harmonious work environment through friendly relations with co-workers or tidying up your work area comes into focus now. Romantic and social activities may revolve around your working environment. You are generally well liked and respected socially on the job right now. Some laziness is possible now, as you tend to associate pleasure with work! Perhaps you are socializing more than usual on the job. You have good team spirit during this cycle, and you are more tactful and obliging with your co-workers. You are less inclined to fall in love for the sake of love itself during this cycle. Your tendency is to consider whether it is clever to do so! You're most successful doing tasks that involve cooperation and team harmony. You could find that your talents or skills are especially appreciated. Romantic and social activities may revolve around your working environment.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Mercury is retrograde until August 19th:

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of communications with lovers or children, and regarding financial affairs, because Mercury rules these areas of your life. Your judgment with regards to personal finances (Gemini-ruled for you) as well as romantic partners and creative endeavors may not be up to par just now, so do avoid "signing on the dotted line". Speculation is not advised during this cycle.

Occurring in your solar third and fourth houses this time, extra care should be exercised when it comes to composing letters, emails, phone calls, and family relations. Be as non- judgmental as you can with family members. New initiatives surrounding home and property are best left for a better time. There may be the need to revisit old, nagging issues with siblings or neighbors, errands could go wrong, you might have trouble getting from point A to point B (example, transportation problems), emails or letters get lost, and so forth. Idle chit-chatting during this period may have repercussions! People might be misunderstanding your words. You may be forgetful during this cycle, and it makes sense to allow yourself extra time to get to appointments, if they are not cancelled in the first place! It would also be wise to double-check your work and communications before sending them off.

From August 31st forward: 

Mercury moves through your solar fourth house. This is a time during which you can enjoy increased powers of concentration. You may require solitude in order to get mental work done during this cycle. Your memory is more retentive than usual, and your thoughts often turn to personal matters, family, and loved ones. You might particularly enjoy discussions about your early life, the past, or family matters during this cycle. In fact, it's a great time to open up conversations with loved ones, as you are more rational when it comes to personal matters now.

Your mind often wanders to domestic concerns, and issues surrounding your home, family, and personal past. On the other hand, this transit sometimes indicates an especially busy, and perhaps hectic, period on the domestic scene. For example, you might take home work or find that people drop by your home often during this cycle.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Mars is retrograde from June 26-August 27

All Mars retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of your intuition and spiritual matters, because Mars rules these areas of your life. 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. Keep an eye out for deceptiveness and falseness in others. It would be wise to be especially clear when it comes to communicating about your inner world now or take this time to re-examine issues rather than communicating about them prematurely. Private affairs and solitary work might need to be put on the back burner, or you could show less enthusiasm for them as you reassess matters.

Until August 27th:

Occurring in your solar ninth house during this period, enthusiasm for higher education, travel, your personal philosophy, or adventure, in general, may wane, perhaps due to some problems or setbacks in these areas of life. Some projects may stall, or 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 more cautious, and you might find that you temporarily have less faith, or you are questioning the faith that has carried you to date. Refocus, backtracking, and review become necessary and recommended now. Your outlook and lust for life, for the time being, might not be as natural or spontaneous as it has been.

From August 27th forward:

Mars animates and energizes your solar ninth house. During this period, you are especially enthusiastic and more bold than usual. Some restlessness and hunger for adventure is experienced now. Essentially, you are looking to expand your activities, and you may find that you have a lot of energy for higher studies, travel, or simply new subjects. Negative potentials include being excessively opinionated or getting easily fired up over differences in points of view, or legal fights.

Overview Horoscope:

Taurus Monthly Horoscope Summary for August 2018: The month ahead brings a stronger focus on home and family life, dear Taurus. You begin August attempting to find a balance between attention to home and family life and focus on professional or "outside" responsibilities. Easing up on the pressure you put on yourself to shine in both areas can help. With Mercury retrograde in one sector until the 19th and Mars retrograde in the other sector until the 27th, there can be a slew of small problems and delays to deal with, which can certainly slow you down. If you've been undecided about a project launch, a move, or a personal change, the energy of the Solar Eclipse on the 11th may tempt you to push forward. However, all of August is not ideal for brand new beginnings, so you may want to plan and strategize now and save new beginnings for September or later. Keep in mind that any backtracking you need to do in August will contribute greatly to the strength of future plans, so we're not talking about lost time!

You're likely to pay special attention to personal matters, domestic affairs, and family much of August, but later in the month, you come out of your protective shell. From the 23rd, there is an increasing focus on entertainment, romance, and creative self-expression. You end the month far more outgoing and confident than you begin it.

Venus, your ruler, enters your work and health sector on the 6th, and for the rest of the month and beyond (until September 9th), this transit encourages more pleasure and harmony in your daily life, including your work or routines and health pursuits. You can take pleasure in producing, serving, and managing your daily affairs. You feel more accomplished through cooperation and sharing. Or, you might make pleasant contacts through the pursuit of your work, health, or daily goals.

Uranus recently entered your sign and will spend about seven years in Taurus. However, it turns retrograde today and will dip back into the sign of Aries in November for a few more months before returning to Taurus more consistently in March. While you've had stirrings of excitement and perhaps disruptions since May, you're now slowing down on the fight against the ordinary or routine.

On the 12th, Mars moves back into your solar ninth house, and will spend its final two weeks of retrograde motion in this area of your chart. You may be dealing with waning energy or enthusiasm levels initially until you redirect your energy into different channels. Legal or publishing matters can require a second look. You might rediscover old studies, interests, and passions that spark a new interest, but be sure to approach them in fresh ways so that they aren't left unfinished this time around.

While August can be slow-moving, and at times, you may feel you're backtracking, a Jupiter-Neptune aspect can help your mood. This influence helps you form or strengthen your relationships. You might even connect with a kindred spirit. Someone in your life could inspire you to seek out happier circumstances or reach for a long-term dream or goal. This sets the stage for the Full Moon on the 26th that pulls up your true feelings about a friend or romance. The week following this Full Moon, while a little chaotic, can be excellent for your social life.

The Sun moves into harmony with your sign on the 23rd, and is part of a grand trine in Earth signs on the 25th. This influence helps you express your individuality and your reliability at the same time. You're finding effective channels for expressing your unique personality and ideas. You might come to a new understanding in a relationship in which you feel both free and secure, or you enjoy a satisfying creative project or pastime now that helps you release stress and tension.

The direct turn of Mars on the 27th can also prompt a turning point or signal forward movement for studies, projects, publishing efforts, career, your reputation, legal affairs, or travel. If you've encountered difficulties or delays with your career path or reputation, these matters are likely to clear up starting mid-September forward. Courage, confidence, and clarity are returning now! Projects and personal interests can bring greater rewards. Don't try to take on too much all at once, however. Easing forward is best after a retrograde period. This comes at a time when your social or romantic life is picking up pace and you're naturally coming out of an introspective period.

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