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You may need to get used to being in the spotlight, or centre of attention. Now that the largest planet, Jupiter, has settled into Virgo for a yearlong visit (starting August 11), you may have special influence over events, or find it easier to prioritise personal projects and dreams.
Under the guidance of Jupiter in Virgo you have special access to resources and support. Life may feel touched by fate, or you may notice doors open easily under your touch. This next year is all about living your dreams, as deeply and purely as possible.
Jupiter’s large size means it emphasises the sign it visits, and right now that highlights the value of your talents in the world at large. Others may benefit from your grounded ideas, practical systems and organised manner. Give generously, of your time, thoughts and experience as you have direct access to cosmic abundance now. August 26 may be especially lucky or inspiring, as the Sun and Jupiter join forces in Virgo then.
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Mercury, your ruling planet, also visits Virgo this month, from August 7 – 27. This enhances your already strong analytical abilities, and can help you bring new order to a messy situation. You may called to share an expert opinion, or deliver insight into facts to help decide a murky matter as Mercury links to Pluto (August 15) and then Saturn (August 26). Study, teaching, writing or communication goals you have worked on since October 2012 may come to fruition at the end of August.
While Jupiter will enhance energy and help you access new opportunities, Mars, the Sun and Venus in Leo will remind you it take regular breaks, and get plenty of rest. You may have work to do behind the scenes, or have a secret project you want to keep private for now. Time out, to reflect, retreat and recharge will help prepare you for the magic of the next 12 months.
The Pisces Full Moon, on August 29, will highlight your relationship with others. A turning point may arrive in a close partnership, or you may gain new insight into what you really want in love. Someone special may be more emotional than usual and if so will appreciate your TLC. Music, time by the water or a romantic night out can help you bond with the one you love.
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Pay special attention to the topics, themes or areas of life that start to show up – or open up – for you this August. With Jupiter entering Virgo a whole new chapter of life begins.
You’ll take your effort and desire for progress around these emerging topics to new levels when Mars joins Jupiter in Virgo from September 25 – November 11. In this period Venus will also visit Virgo (October 8 – November 8) tripling up the planetary emphasis on one topic or part of your life.
August is a big month where change and transition is possible, especially if you have a strong Jupiter themed chart (if you have lots of planets in Sagittarius or Pisces), or if you have the mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces) on the angles (including ascendant, IC, descendant or MC).
One stand out planet in August is Mercury in Virgo, August 7 – 27. This is an ideal period in which to organise paperwork, undertake any de-cluttering project, or reorganise and streamline your home or work space. Think recycle, re purpose or re-gift to get rid of stuff you no longer need.
Mercury will make 3 key aspects from Virgo. An opposition to Neptune on August 13 can fog facts, or make it tricky to finalise an agreement that relies on clear information. However, by August 15, when Mercury trines Pluto, an eagle eye for detail can help you take charge of information, dig up forgotten facts or take honesty to a new level.
The most productive and definitive aspect from Mercury in Virgo is a sextile to Saturn, on August 26. This is about making firm, fast and final choices. Any decision made then can be made with confidence, especially if you’ve been thorough in doing your research. Promises made then will last.