ARIES
The August 2012 Full Moon takes place in Aquarius on:
Sydney – August 2 @ 1.27pm AEST
Auckland – August 2 @ 3.27pm NZT
New York – August 1 @ 11.27pm EDT
London – August 2 @ 4.27am BST
The August 2012 New Moon takes place in Leo on:
Sydney – August 18 @ 1.54am AEST
Auckland – August 18 @ 3.54am NZT
New York – August 17 @ 11.54am EDT
London – August 17 @ 4.54pm BST
The second August 2012 Full Moon takes place in Pisces on:
Sydney – August 31 @ 11.58pm AEST
Auckland – September 1 @ 1.58am NZT –
New York – August 31 @ 9.58am EDT
London – August 31 @ 2.58pm BST
INFORMATION FOR ALL THE SIGNS
The headline news this month is probably the end of the current Mercury retrograde cycle on August 8, a super-powerful once-every-two-years link between Mars and Saturn and the move of the Nodes into Taurus/Scorpio. In your more in-depth forecast below, I will outline what this means for you and your sign but first I want to explain these phenomena in broader terms.
Firstly, the end of the Mercury reverse cycle might sound like nothing but good news, however, Mercury retrograde (like all astrology) is not something to be “wished away”. There is something fantastic and usable about anything and everything that happens up in them there skies! In the case of Mercury retrograde, it’s a chance to realign ourselves. Mercury is the mind planet and when it goes backwards, it gives us a chance to rethink and review. And although that can be tricky, because sometimes we end up questioning things we thought we were sure of, actually it’s what we need. In the same way that businesses have quarterly adjustments, we have Mercury reverse cycles three or four times a year.
So do use the first week and a day of August to work with the reverse energies.
For you, the end of the Mercury reverse cycle is all about … romance, creativity and kids.
If you’ve had endless queries about life, romance, kids and creativity, read on! Mercury has been going backwards in your FIFTH HOUSE of children, creativity and romance. If you’ve been going two steps forwards and one step back where any or all of those subjects are concerned, now you know why! This weekend, as Mercury changes directions, you can expect (or at least allow for the possibility) one last blast of mayhem. And after that? It’s smoother sailing.
AND WHAT ABOUT MARS AND SATURN?
The meeting on Mars and Saturn in Libra is a red rag to us all. These two planets only meet up in this way about once every two years, so it’s big news. Mars is the planet of action and Saturn is the planet that puts the brakes on, so in some ways, when they meet up, there is room for frustration. It can be a bit like driving pedal to the metal with the handbrake on. So if you are feeling frustrated, breathe and remember that good things are worth waiting for… The upside of this link is quite different in many ways, though. It’s about giving some energy to you in a part of your life where you felt as though you had almost run out of steam.
For you, it’s all about your relationships. Try a little harder for a little longer and the rewards will come. Use the lessons you have learned about love in the past!
Once that cycle is over, Mars moves back into Scorpio for the first time in two years…
Here’s what that means for you … Sex. Passion. Intimacy. Cash. What you are not allowed to do. All these are the domains of the 8th house. Now you have super busy Mars in there, stirring up these areas of your life. Having Mars in the 8th house can do wonders for your sex life – certainly your libido should be higher. However, Mars is also an argumentative so and so and in this part of your chart, he can cause arguments about sex or with your partner (or ex) about cash. Best advice – enjoy the heat of Mars in your sex zone. Promise yourself not to argue about cash.
AND SO TO THE NODES
The South Node is moving into your 2nd House of Cash, Property and Possessions. The North Node is pushing into your 8th House which is related to sex and intimacy. Yes, you heard that right! What’s going to help you evolve as a person, what’s going to bring you satisfaction and fulfilment during this cycle is not cash, property or possessions but some good old fashioned sex and intimacy! Also, business partnerships can work extra well during this cycle. Don’t be afraid to evolve yourself and your life!
A FINAL NOTE…
I drew a card for you – if you’re reading this – it is meant for you so pay attention and contemplate it’s meaning as the month unfolds.
You got: COURAGE. “Be courageous and stand up for your beliefs.” As I was putting this month’s forecasts together, the Chakra Clearing oracle card came up again and again. As I didn’t want to give every sign the same card, I chose again. But it seems as though the heavens are urging me to tell people who read this to clear their chakras! If you know how to meditate, then you are clearing your chakras every time you do your practice. However if you don’t, click here for a wonderful and very popular chakra clearing video.
For your Daily Horoscope and more info about the month ahead as it unfolds, please visit Yasmin Boland’s moonology
