End of July’s Energy and the Start of August

August kicks off as we’re still riding the energetic wave of the Sun–Mercury Cazimi in Leo.

With Mercury in retrograde making an inferior conjunction to the sun at 9 degrees and 0 seconds at 6:41 PM Central Daylight Time (CDT) on July 31st, 2025. Also, on the 31st, Venus moved into the sign of Cancer.

When we wake on Friday, our heads may be overwhelmed with information due to a shift of perspective from the inferior conjunction inflection point of the Sun and Mercury. This information could come from more revelations happening in the news, a review of something in regards to your work, or something with your relationships. With the Sun square the Moon in Scorpio, we may feel tense and edgy, yearning to get to the bottom of things.

Venus is square to Saturn and Neptune in Aries. As information comes in, you most likely will take it in different ways. For instance, with the square to Neptune, you may have idealized a situation or a person, and are now feeling deceived as you discover more information. For some, they may have a wake-up call and are reevaluating what they are getting out of their relationships or affiliations. However, Venus begins to apply a conjunction to Jupiter, which can make us more tolerant of others.

Be aware that there has been speculation by many that something about a leader could come to the surface this week, due to the cazimi. With Mars in Virgo in opposition to Saturn, it most likely will have something to do with responsibility for past actions.

That Mars–Saturn opposition stays active through August 17th. The energy of the opposition is great for doing meticulous work. Since this aspect can lead to irritation for an extended time, you may want to do most of your work alone instead of in groups. The good news is that on the 2nd, Mars separates away from the conjunction it was in with the South Node, so your energy should pick up a bit.

Mars has been in an out-of-sign trine with Pluto since July 27th. Your ambitions may be high and you could be thinking of long-term goals. On August 6th, Mars will ingress into the zodiac sign of Libra. Libra is the sign of balance, harmony, and relationships, and Mars is about action and aggression. Let’s be honest, Mars isn’t exactly at ease in Libra. Being in detriment, there is an attempt by Libra to tame the forcefulness of Mars, but you still may be inspired to take action, especially when it comes to relationships.

Mars will be in Libra through September 22nd, which means there could be an air of negotiations and diplomacy. However, it won’t be easy no matter how much charm you apply. It is about setting clear objectives and pursuing them with vigor but checking ego at the door, which is a challenging task for many.

August 9th through the 12th - A Shift in Energy with the Full Moon and a Special Conjunction

We will have a Full Moon in Aquarius on August 9th at 16 degrees and 59 seconds. Full moons can represent either a “check-in” of a longer-term cycle or a completion of something that was started six months prior. The focus on this full moon is the self versus society, and what it means to be part of something larger than yourself. It is about being open-minded, and due to the weeks prior, with Mercury in retrograde, you most likely were shown scenarios that could change your perspective.

The full moon could also shine light on an area of your life where you need some innovation, especially when it comes to your emotional self. If you’ve been paralyzed by current events, this full moon could teach you how you can be both detached and participatory at the same time, to make the world better. Old paradigms are not going to work. Social change could happen by flipping the script on how technology is used.

Pluto in opposition to Mercury has been making us think about who is in power and why they rule in a particular way. However, Mercury goes direct on August 11th at 2:30 AM CDT. This forward motion could feel like a relief, especially if you’ve been making the most of the retrograde by reviewing and analyzing data so that you could take some action.

August 11th may be your most optimistic, goal-oriented, and forward-thinking day of the month. This is because since August 2nd, Venus has been in an applying conjunction to Jupiter. These two beneficial planets will make an exact conjunction at 14 degrees and 3 seconds with the fixed star Sirius at 14 degrees and 25 seconds on August 12th at 12:30 AM CDT. Venus is about harmony and balance, and Jupiter is growth and expansion. In the sign of Cancer, expect nurturance and caring emotions to flourish.

When you wake up on the 11th, you may have a flood of intuition or spiritual downloads, since the Venus - Jupiter conjunction will be in a trine to the intuitive Pisces Moon. If you can do a quick meditation before you start your day, you may find yourself feeling realigned and rejuvenated. Feelings of gratitude can settle in and you could find yourself being heart-centered.

If you are a Cancer rising, sun, or moon, this day could be most beneficial for you, especially if your placements are close to 14 degrees. This is a time of financial luck or tapping into your life’s purpose in a way that can be rewarding. The only caveat here is that there is a possibility of lacking self-discipline, especially when it comes to spending.

(Side note: I am a Cancer Rising at 14 degrees. As I was writing this section, I got a tingling feeling, the same feeling I got when I had manifested some truly wonderful things into my life. I decided to pick up my tarot cards, do a shuffle and a three-pile split, restack the cards, and draw the top one. Lo and behold, it was the Magician. If you are also getting that same tingly feeling, you may want to look up the meaning of the Magician.)

Best Laid Plans as the Sun Enters Virgo

Though I know many love the self-expression of Leo season, Virgo gives us the opportunity to sow and reap. The Sun ingresses into the zodiac sign of Virgo on 8/22/2025 at 3:34 PM CDT. We may find ourselves more productive and analytical as we embrace the month ahead. If you indulged too much with Jupiter in Cancer and the Sun in Leo, Virgo energy can remind you to focus on your health.

In less than 11 hours of the Sun entering Virgo, we get a new moon for an industrious start. The New Moon in Virgo occurs on 8/23/2025 at 1:05:00 AM CDT at 0 degrees and 22 seconds. At zero degrees, this is a completely new chapter of your life. The theme is how you can be of service to yourself as well as others. It is your opportunity to take a new lease on life.

And with Mercury in Leo and in sextile to Mars, your confidence in ideas and beliefs helps you to take advantage of opportunities that you create during this time. Write new affirmations that are action-oriented.

If you label yourself as a giver, I am going to give you some non-astrological advice. The energy of the new moon gives you permission to think of yourself and not be the martyr. Sometimes, those of us who are so giving put ourselves in precarious situations because we are not taking care of ourselves financially, emotionally, mentally, or physically. Because what we think of as selflessness actually has us becoming a burden to others. Manifesting for your own needs and wants? That’s not selfish. It's actually beneficial for everyone. That realization alone can set you free from your self-imposed limitations. And by the way, if this sounds a little harsh, just know that I need to hear this as much as you do.

Venus was blessed sharing the same space as Jupiter, but on 8/25/2025 at 11:28:00 AM CDT, Venus moves into Leo.

Venus has been in an out-of-sign trine with Saturn since the 20th, and with its ingress, it is now in an in-sign trine to Saturn. Saturn is a serious planet, and with this trine, any tension that was in your relationships at the start of the month most likely has waned. You may feel satisfied with the stability of your partnerships, and with the Aries - Leo energy, you could feel a little romantic, but not in a flashy manner. It is much more pragmatic.

But Venus is also in opposition to Pluto, so be careful not to get bored at home. With this opposition, you could be inclined to have indiscretions with someone else. Now, I am not saying that suddenly everyone is going to have an affair. This will depend on your own chart. Instead, this can be an opportunity for you and your significant other to see each other in a new light and lean into the complexities of couplehood.

Instead of looking at the flaws in each other, focus on how you can be a mutually receptive couple, meeting each other's needs while also taking care of your own. Give each other attention, praise the qualities that you admire, and be generous with your time and affection.

Mars went into an applying square to Jupiter on the 21st, and the square carries us through the rest of the month. As squares go, this one can be quite beneficial, and for some, may feel like a burst of luck. The Mars energy will help you to roll up your sleeves and take action on all of those things you thought of while Mercury was in retrograde. Even in the heat of the summer, many will find your productivity soar, especially if you are able to master using technology to help you with your endeavors.

August Is a Month of Refocusing

If you managed the Mercury retrograde well, and if the Venus-Jupiter conjunction positively aspected your natal chart, August can be a month where you shift gears from external data and information to manifesting a new path for yourself. There can be a sense of clarity and purpose for many, and an understanding that self-suffering or denial doesn’t benefit anyone.

No one month is ever perfect and there will still be world events that are upsetting, due to the big shifts of energy with the outer planets. I am not telling you to put your head in the sand—far from it. But when you focus on the things you can do as opposed to being paralyzed by fear, not only will you be able to help yourself, but you will also have the resources to help others.

We have some important personal shifts this month and a new moon that gives us a chance to start whatever it is that we want. Steer away from harsh criticism and dramatic distractions and center yourself in a pragmatic approach to life. But most of all, don’t deny yourself the little things that make life worthwhile, like accepting a compliment, a moment of cuddling, or pouring a glass of water for someone just because you can. It is those little gestures that make the biggest impact on our lives.

Received via email from Theresa Touhey, with her request and permission to publish on CrystalWind.ca.

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