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(Except as otherwise noted, all interpretations in this astrological forecast are based on a natural chart, using the beginning of Aries as the ascendant, and except where noted otherwise, times listed are Pacific Daylight Time (UTC-7).
A “Void Moon” or “Void of Course Moon” (or “VOC moon” for short) makes no significant aspects until it enters the next sign. Its void period is thought to be a poor time for starting new projects or making concerted effort toward existing plans.
According to William Lilly, the Moon in Cancer (Moon’s rulership), Taurus (Moon’s exaltation), Sagittarius and Pisces (signs ruled by Jupiter, the Great Benefic) “performeth somewhat.” Lee Lehmann reports that she has tested this, and “you can take it to the bank.” Another way of putting how this works in an astrological forecast is that, when an action is taken during the void period in one of these signs, you get “unanswered success.” That is, the lack of planetary action prevents your action from being denied.
August 1
The practical inclinations of the Aquarius Moon are strengthened as its co-ruler, Saturn, stations to go direct, helping us build our personal success. Study options with an eye to potential benefits and loss, plan a career change or another strategic move of some kind. Stressful aspects between the luminaries and preacher-planets Neptune, Jupiter and Saturn suggest that guilt trips in relation to success, yours or another’s, may arise. Take some time out to release them and give yourself permission to achieve your potential. This afternoon and evening, independent work on creative projects can be quite fulfilling as the Moon goes VOC on an opposition to Venus in artistic Leo at 3:02 pm (6:02 ET), before entering Pisces at 3:36pm (6:36ET). If you’re not up for working, enjoy art, music or an inspiring film.
Affirmation:
I mentally allow others achieve their potential, and I allow myself to achieve mine, here and now.
Sunday, August 2
Write down last night’s dreams, consult the I Ching, Tarot or your own favorite oracle, meditate and listen for messages from your angels or spirit guide, as Moon in sensitive Pisces makes a sunrise conjunction to psychic Neptune.
The tone shifts from misty to exciting as Moon in the imaginative sign of the fish connects with Sun in creative Leo at 7:49am (10:49 ET).
Just a minute later, Mercury in sparkly Leo trines brilliant Uranus in dynamic Aries. This influence will last for a couple days, facilitating brilliant thinking and breakthroughs. Launch a campaign, do your best creative work, or invite your most idealistic colleagues to brainstorm for a cause.
In combination with today’s Moon in Pisces, it can also help put fire under an altruistic cause, with healing results as Mercury moves on to contact Chiron at midday. Our compassion, creativity and healing can go beyond the surface as Moon trines intense Pluto early this afternoon.
Affirmation:
I have a direct connection with infinite love and brilliance, and they shine through me naturally now.
Monday August 3
If you wake feeling not only enthused but downright pressured for success you can blame it on Saturn, freshly direct, as he squares Jupiter, the other planet of progress.
Moon in Pisces smoothes the way with a midday trine to Mars and Jupiter, rulers of promotion. Although it goes VOC, it’s still helpful in the sign of the fish, and even sprinkles gold dust as it nudges Jupiter and Venus, orbs of fortune.
At 4:24 pm (7:24ET), our nocturnal luminary enters Aries. Exercise, wash the car, participate in or watch sports, pull weeds in the sunset or have a passionate rendezvous (strictly sans arguing).
Affirmation:
The entire universe wants me to reach my potential, and it pressures and helps me to do this through every channel now.
Tuesday, August 4
Reconnect with divine love and send it to yourself, as Venus retrograde joins Jupiter and prepares to square Saturn, helping us do the work required with this sweet but sometimes challenging intention.
Venus also rules money, and combines with the builder instincts of the number 4 to help us reconstruct our abundance consciousness.
Dust off your plans to make a dream board or begin a program of self-healing or improvement, particularly in relation to romance addiction or similar behaviors. Saturn can be tough but we get on its good side by applying the vitality of Aries Moon in acts of willful effort.
Another constructive way to synchronize with this line-up is by tackling bureaucratic concerns, particularly in relation to school or partnerships.
The window of productivity closes this afternoon as a square from Moon in Aries, sign of the warrior, to big-boss Pluto, can turn an argument into a football tackle. It is, however propitious for working through feelings in gestalt, with a shaman or other cathartic modality in a secure setting.
Affirmation:
Love fills all dimensions, so I face my shadows fearlessly now.
Wednesday, August 5
Opportunity meets pressure to make this a productive day as we invoke the warrior within and persist gently but clearly in our goals, and hold to the intention to communicate with both valor and kindness.
Venus in square to Saturn may generate tension or even apparent setbacks in relationships, finances or projects. Avoid receiving or projecting guilt trips, and use the stall to make a reality check on your progress in the changes you’ve planned for.
Moon in assertive Aries trines both Mercury and Venus, which will help us stand up and be heard. We can knock on doors and get the message out. Be diplomatic but don’t coach-potato it—go after what you want.
Affirmation:
Although events may seem to stall, divine activity continues producing perfection in all that concerns me, here and now.
Thursday August 6
Fourth Quarter Moon invites us to review the results of the intentions seeded at the New Moon of July 15. At 15 degrees Taurus, the Sabian symbol is:
Man with a rakish silk bat braves the storm. Supremacy of conscious mind over brute … forces. Great inner resources.
The “rakish silk bat” seems like a ridiculous thing to hold while facing a storm. It reminds us to give our challenges the light touch. If we can visualize victory, holding to a spirit both opulent and playful (like the hat in the symbol) in the midst of threatening appearances, we will demonstrate “supremacy”.
Mars trines Saturn in Scorpio, sign of transformation, giving power on the actions we take in resonance with our ideals.
Mercury the messenger joins with Venus, Moon’s ruler, and Jupiter, imbuing our words with charm and a touch of fortune. We can apply our talents to promote a cause and, with the strength of an afternoon contact from Mercury to Saturn, to set limits.
An evening trine from Moon in prosperous Taurus to Pluto in Capricorn, sign of manifestation, can help us put an orchestral finale on the day, clearing out what doesn’t resonate with our ideals and multiplying the fruits of courageous actions.
Affirmation:
With humor and poise, I visualize my way to victory now.
Friday August 7
The morning is good for using words of healing. Some options are:
- repeating mantras and affirmations
- going out of your way to share encouraging or comforting remarks with someone
- clarifying your feelings and limits in honor of your inner child
- promoting harmony in a situation.
At midday Mercury enters Virgo, the earth sign of its rule, facilitating productive and helpful communication for the next three weeks, and helping us ground the potential of this afternoon’s Moon in abundant Taurus.
Luna here may tempt us to start an early weekend and enjoy the good life, but tense contacts to its ruler, Venus, as well as Jupiter and Saturn, planets of progress, indicate that it’s better to push for results in projects related to finances and creativity, and avoid excessive eating or drinking this evening.
Affirmation:
I give thanks that grace helps me finish the week with abundance and I move to receive it now.
Saturday, August 8
This morning is high on inspiration and low on objectivity, as Moon in Gemini, sign of thought, squares Neptune, planet of intuition. Meditate on compassion, take the kids—or your own inner child—to an inspirational movie, concert or course and read good fiction.
If you have a deal to cut, books to balance, or copy to edit, save it for this evening or tomorrow, when aspects facilitate clarity and precision.
Affirmation:
I have a direct connection with Divine Intuition and I enjoy tuning in, here and now.
Sunday, August 9
It’s a radiant Sunday, great for original thinking and self-expression as Moon in Gemini harmonizes with creative Sun, brilliant Uranus, and charming Venus. A lunar square to Chiron gives our expression a touch of authenticity. Do or enjoy street theater or home comedy, go to an outdoor exhibit or cultural fair, or work on art, public relations or promotion.
Affirmation:
The Master Artist of the Universe creates new beauty and joy for me, through and around me now.
Monday, August 10
Waning Moon slips into Cancer early this morning, accenting the lunar vibrations of Monday, ruled by the Moon. It’s a good time to unclutter our space, simplify life, and take at least a bit of time to look at feelings and release hard attitudes towards ourselves.
An afternoon harmony from nurturing Cancer Moon to Mercury in helpful Virgo favors generating compassion in communications or inner work, going to a treatment or therapy, organizing our diets and making curative food, drinks or potions.
The healing vibrations continue this evening as Moon trines psychic Neptune in Pisces, favoring forgiveness and contacting the angels and other positive spiritual forces, either before going to sleep or in dreams.
Affirmation:
As I go sleep, the forces of healing come awake and generate wellness in throughout my being now.
Tuesday, August 11
Jupiter enters Virgo, cooling down our enthusiasm and helping us focus on pending practicalities: to care for our wellness, improve the service we offer and provide, attend our pets, and make needed corrections in our belief systems.
The emotional side of healing is emphasized as Moon makes stressful aspects to intense Pluto in the morning and rebellious Uranus this evening, with a goodnight connection to Chiron.
Avoid confrontation or pushing an issue in the face of resistance.
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Wednesday, August 12
Use this morning and early afternoon with courage, as a trine from Moon in dynamic Cancer to Saturn in transformative Scorpio facilitates lasting and constructive results from our intuitive actions.
Make calls, send letters, proposals and key messages, visit someone with the power to facilitate your results.
At 1:43 pm (4:43 ET), Moon enters Leo and the energy becomes creative, but the waters are a bit choppy. If possible, take the afternoon off to pamper your inner child. An opposition from Mercury to Neptune facilitates inspired thought and art, consulting an oracle, watching a gentle movie, using mantras and listening to healing music.
It’s not, however, propitious for reading the fine print or discerning the facts in relationships or agreements.
Moon joins Mars this evening; don’t waste a sudden spurt of vitality on dubious encounters or arguments. Weed the garden, do light exercise, put up mosquito screens or work on the car.
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Thursday, August 13
Both luminaries are in Leo, with minor aspects to Chiron, Neptune and Pluto. We can use heart energy to heal ourselves, others and nature.
The balsamic phase helps release objects, attitudes and attachments that might hinder otherwise bright beginnings with tomorrow’s New Moon.
Have vacation fun, explore and defend nature, express your love and gratitude and give full reign to the artist within.
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Friday, August 14
At 7:53 am (10:53 ET), the Moon is born anew. The Sabian symbol for 22 degrees Leo says,
A carrier pigeon alights at dawn before its owners. The return of the soul energies to the central self after a significant experience. Adventuring. Practical enlightenment.
This highly spiritual symbol reminds us of those times when we have walked a hero’s or heroine’s path, traversing harrowing experiences from which we’ve emerged more powerful. Venus is conjunct this lunation, so they have also been lessons of love.
If there’s a new experience you’ve put off trying, now’s the time to clarify your intention and move on it.
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Saturday, August 15
The morning is good for solving people problems and helping others, as the luminaries join the planets of love and good fortune: Moon with Jupiter and Sun with Venus. These influences also favor a brunch party, making an investment, starting a relationship or consolidating a creative project.
The energies wax serious at midday, when communicative Mercury in industrious Virgo trines transformative Pluto in constructive Capricorn. We can do deep research, get to the bottom of things, reach a fortuitous agreement and generate words of power.
This evening Moon in earthy Virgo opposes Neptune, planet of subtle realms in Pisces, sign of its rule. See a sweet movie at home, consult an oracle, the angels, or goddess cards or get some space from humans and dance with the fairies. Avoid noisy settings or excessive imbibing.
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Sunday, August 16
Favoring mental breakthroughs, this is not just another laid-back Sunday.
Moon in efficient Virgo joins its ruler, Mercury, as the day begins, and moves on to contact brilliant Uranus.
We can use the electricity to focus on an organizational or mental task—bring order to finances or a personal library (or move on the dream to build one), initiate or build on a volunteer effort, begin a daily program of wellness, service or spiritual practice, find a solution to a project that seems to be dragging on, or simplify work space and schedule with an eye to progress.
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Monday, August 17
Awaken the morning person within you, as today’s most effective hours are the first ones. Moon in Virgo is building to a sextile with Saturn, the planet of independence, which is making its last pass through the final degrees of Scorpio for the next 28 years. Diligent action can help ground our intention to rebuild the area of our lives occupied by the 28th degree of the sign of power and change.
At 10:16 am (1:16 pm ET), Moon goes VOC. If you can, enjoy nature and do volunteer or garden work. Otherwise, stick to routine tasks and save important events or purchases for after 1:23 pm (4:23 ET]), when waxing Moon moves into Libra, propitious for beautifying appearance or wardrobe, going on a first date, or tying the knot in marriage or a handfasting ceremony.
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Tuesday, August 18
Moon in graceful Libra connects with creative Neptune and powerful Pluto, who bring out this Moon’s mystic potential. Take some time to invoke the prospering potential of beauty. Organize your space and decorate it with flowers or other rich touches. Spend some time in the woods, a park or another natural setting, near water and flora to submerge yourself in loveliness. If you’re in the city, visit an inspiring museum or go for tea to a beautiful hotel.
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Wednesday, August 19
Moon in socially dexterous Libra harmonizes with Venus, planet of love in warm Leo, and the latter connects with exciting Uranus and healing Chiron. These enchanting influences combine with today’s pioneering vibration of the number one; you can lead others with your charm and get them to cooperate in personal or community concerns.
Love blossoms tonight, as Libra Moon sextiles Sun in hot and shiny Leo before going VOC at 7:56 pm (10:56 ET).
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Thursday, August 20
Make an effort to remember last night’s dreams and study them for healing messages received as Mercury opposed Chiron in the wee hours.
This morning, a harmony from Moon in strong Scorpio to confident Jupiter favors taking a leap of faith and stepping out in courage towards the new panorama you long for. In the light of tomorrow’s stars, now is the time to consolidate your goals for the week.
Do it early, since sparks may fly this evening when a square from Moon to Mars, both in fixed signs, could precipitate stubborn opposition. As they say in Spanish, “Better to ask for forgiveness than permission.”
And forgiveness does come, with the help of a nighttime trine from Moon in transformative Scorpio to Neptune in compassionate Pisces.
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Friday, August 21
Moon rises in Scorpio this morning, in harmony with its ruler Pluto, and helps us take a deep look at ourselves, as well as relationships and finances as it moves towards a square with Venus this afternoon.
The reality check continues as Sun squares Saturn the taskmaster. Avoid projecting or taking on guilt trips and use the tension to get back on the track of disciplined effort and consolidated results.
The pressure seems to ease this evening as Moon trines Chiron, yet a tense contact to Uranus indicates that the day’s adventure isn’t quite over. Avoid the temptation to numb things with a drink or TV program. Adjust your overalls and attend your favorite self-help group, converse with a therapeutic confidante or get closure with a toxic relationship.
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Saturday, August 22
Saturn rules Saturday, and the planet of work shows its colors as well as its sense of humor. Master number 22 joins forces with the Second Quarter Moon, calling us to act on the vision we seeded at last week’s New Moon.
At 30 degrees Scorpio, the Sabian symbol for this lunation is,
Halloween gives social release to youthful impishness… Planned release of inner pressure.
And pressure there is, as Moon perfects its conjunction to Saturn at 11:02 am (2:02 ET), and goes VOC on a square to Sun at 12:31 (3:32 ET), just in time for lunch, before entering Sag at 1:41 pm (4:41 ET).
The day closes on a cheerful note as Moon squares Jupiter, its jolly ruler. Avoid preachy attitudes and follow the Sabian guidance as you plan for fun, such as a humorous movie or play.
Sunday, August 23
Sun enters Virgo, putting us in a reverent mood as the new week begins. A sunrise square from Moon in Sagittarius, sign of ministers, to Neptune, planet of music and mysticism sets the tone for listening to hymns or to favorite inspirational tunes, and attuning to spirit in prayer or meditation.
The rhythm soon picks up as Moon trines Mars in vital Leo at 7:37 am (10:37 ET). Take in some morning prana as with exercise, go for a trip to the beach or pitch in on a volunteer campaign to help a cause or person in need.
The evening melts into romance notes as Moon trines Venus in passionate Leo. Seize the moment with your favorite other.
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Monday, August 24
Moon in Sagittarius sparks our inner genius with a pre-dawn trine to Uranus in hot Aries, and we are ready to burn this morning. Have an adventure, try something new, connect with like souls and enjoy a sense of freedom.
Today can also bring breakthroughs in situations requiring diplomacy, creativity or legal matters.
At 3:04 pm (6:04 ET), Moon goes VOC on a square to Mercury, an influence that favors quiet work on self-help and creative problem-solving. Watch for being argumentative or preachy.
Moon enters Capricorn at 9:22 pm (12:22 am ET), and night owls will enjoy its trines to vital Sun and abundant Jupiter in Virgo, great for planning and visualizing prosperity, writing to the angels and consolidating creative endeavors.
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Tuesday, August 25
Moon in executive Capricorn trines Neptune in dreamy Pisces. Plan or write a proposal, presentation or media production, apply for credit and bless your business.
Action is also in the stars, with Mars ruling Tuesday and Moon nudging the warrior planet at 4:39 pm (7:39 ET).
Tonight Moon joins Pluto in Capricorn: passions surge, mysteries surface and emotions can be transmuted. Take it alone or in the best possible company.
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Wednesday, August 26
Inner practice can be particularly effective this morning, as Moon sextiles Chiron in compassionate Pisces, helping us achieve harmony before she makes a wake-up square to Uranus at 8:36 am.
Productivity hails as Mercury in diligent Virgo sextiles Saturn in transformative Scorpio, an auspicious aspect that helps us focus on consolidating the autonomy we’ve been building in the area of our charts occupied by Scorpio.
Fortune strikes again as purposeful Sun in Virgo joins Jupiter, planet of abundance.
If you’re restless tonight, ride the wave of success and continue to make your best efforts to consolidate a project for business or service, with a midnight harmony from Moon in Capricorn to its ruler Saturn.
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Thursday, August 27
Moon in Aquarius stimulates our intellects with early contacts to activist Jupiter and determined Sun, both in Virgo.
Mercury joins the cause when it enters Libra, sign of consideration, at 8:44 am. Study, research, analyze and share ideals with friends.
Your creative and promotional work has special charisma—get it into the public eye.
Go to the spa, get a massage, get your hair done or find another way pamper yourself and exalt your beauty.
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Friday, August 28
The most fortunate side of Moon in Aquarius is triggered as she sextiles Uranus, the liberator, in Aries, sign of the warrior.
Express yourself in a creative activity, seek out a friend who stimulates your free self, go to an alternative art exhibit or movie and get caught up on petitions and calls to your representatives.
Keep this Friday night low-key and avoid raucous partying in view of tomorrow’s Full Moon and stressful contact from Mars to Pluto.
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Saturday, August 29
Today’s Full Moon in Pisces brings the subtle realms to light, complementing our endeavors in the material realm, for service, wellness or work, with a mystical outlook.
Astride an opposition between Jupiter, the minister, and nun-planet Neptune (who happens to rule this lunation), it’s quite an inspiring combination, leading us to make a space for creative imagination and reassert our spiritual practice.
The Sabian symbol for 7 ° Pisces is surprisingly on key with this configuration:
FOG HIDES THE SHORES, BUT ON A CLEAR ROCK, A CROSS RESTS. Concentration of values amid the chaos of outer living. Clear light of high realization. Acceptance of life’s limits.
As the month of Grandmother Sun comes to a close, in the midst of whatever mists may surround us, we are reminded to hold to the clear rock of our highest, most subtle values.
This lunation helps us release non-essentials and refresh our spiritual lives.
The influences particularly favor shamanic encounters, astral travel, blessing the wine (rather than drinking the whole bottle)… and activating the law of manifestation by celebrating your future achievements as though you already had them.
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Sunday, August 30
Moon joins Chiron, the wounded healer, in compassionate Pisces, and mystical vibrations linger in the afterglow of yesterday’s Full Moon. Work and meditate on the healing fruits of your connection with Spirit, ground your inspiration in creative work and help a person or cause in apparent need.
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Monday, August 31
This is a restless day that may trigger dramas but can also be highly creative, with aspects that color the entire week.
Moon in Aries, sign of the warrior, makes us eager to forge ahead. But this position can like a good fight, and its opposition to Mercury in Libra brings out the feisty side of the sign of justice. If you are fighting for a cause, this helps you build your case. If not, focus on listening to others and put the energy into a creative mental project.
Another meeting of sacred masculine and feminine is scheduled as we build to a conjunction between Venus and Mars late tonight/early tomorrow. Venus fuels the fires of love and desire as it approaches Moon’s ruler Mars in passionate Leo. We want to move, to dance, to shine and to fuse with life and possibly another.
Ruling this coupling is Sun, which happens to make its yearly opposition to dreamy Neptune. Our sensitivity is heightened and our clarity suspended.
If you have a good love partner, nurture and enjoy your relationship. If you don’t and would like to, use today to write about your dream relationship and begin a program of visualization.
Other dexterous ways of synchronizing with today’s energies include: adding excitement to a creative project, visiting a well-selected psychic, connecting with the goddesses and angels.
Avoid making important commitments or trying to resolve differences, although you can certainly study the situation and consult your dreams for guidance.
Affirmation:
Divine creation flows through me with beauty, excitement and harmony, here and now.
Crystal Pallas Pomeroy, Maya’s daughter and astrological protégé, offers in-depth astrological consultations from her home in Mexico, in person or via Skype. She is a noted author as well as a regular radio and television commentator on esoteric topics, and leads a spiritual and healing ministry in Mexico City. Crystal offers workshops on astrology, the sacred feminine, indigenous spirituality, and the goddess in beautiful locations throughout Mexico. Her book Angels & Goddesses (Llewellyn, Spring 2022) is available now. Reach Crystal by email here.
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