VIRGO
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 … your secret thoughts…
Happily, Mercury, the planet of communications is about to start going forwards again on August 8. This suggests like is about to be a little more straight-forward. For you, Mercury has been going backwards in your TWELFTH HOUSE of secrets and spirituality. If you’ve been having second thoughts about someone, if you’ve been driven by fear lately, if you’ve felt confused when you’re left alone with your thoughts, if you’ve been toying with the idea of being less than honest with someone – the jig’s up! As Mercury changes directions this weekend, you can expect (or at least allow for the possibility) one last blast of mayhem – so do take care and think twice before you try to deceive anyone or before you give yourself too hard a time. This weekend also marks the start of a period when you will do well to withdraw a little and contemplate life, if that’s what you feel like.
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 cash, property and possessions. Try a little harder for a little longer and the rewards will come. Use the lessons you have learned 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 …
The good news is that your mind is now as sharp as a tack. The not-so-good news for anyone you don’t like the look of is that your tongue is also razor-like. Mars is in your communications zone so you can expect to perform well mentally and in writing. You will relish the chance of a verbal dual, you will cut people down to size with a few well-chosen words and you should find it easy (at last) to catch up on all those old emails. Want the courage to send that saucy SMS? You’ve got it. Just remember than Mars is the planet of anger too, though. Remind yourself 10 times a day to speak calmly and respectfully.
AND SO TO THE NODES
The South Node is moving through your 9th House which is all about the big wide world, publishing, study, adventure and travel. The North Node is pushing into your 3rd House which is related to your communication skills, your neighbourhood and your siblings. This actually marks the end of the cycle where you are quite likely to feel torn in two directions between home and work. It’s a time to really focus on your immediate environment, even if it’s tempting to dream of getting away. It’s also a time when you need to push outside your comfort zone when it comes to paying attention to details. Success lies in the details now – remember that as Saturn grinds through your sign and tires you out!
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: COMPASSION. “Soften your heart with respect to your most challenging problem, and to all the people involved, including yourself.”
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, 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
