Weekly Horoscope Overview – August 2 – 8
Aries Weekly Horoscope
Aries, you’re always first out of the gate. This is a week when leading the pack could bring you great benefits.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, as the sun in Leo forms an opposition with authoritative Saturn in Aquarius. It feels like someone is taking the wind out of your sails. Perhaps you feel no joy connected to your job, or you’re not being paid what you’re worth. Your irritation could be reaching the tipping point. Today, you could make a change. Aries, you may be weighing the possibilities of sailing off in a new direction.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of routines, makes a trine with Uranus in Taurus in your house of money on Monday, August 2. Your imagination could be running wild as you picture various scenarios that would allow you to climb over the wall and escape whatever prison you feel is closing in around you. The word that keeps ringing in your ears is “freedom.” But this doesn’t come in one great effort. Venus in your house of routines indicates small steps today are what leads to personal liberation.
Taurus Weekly Horoscope
This week, you can break out of your routine. Taurus, you’re ready to surprise everyone.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, as the sun in Leo forms an opposition with achievement-oriented Saturn in Aquarius. Today, you’re wondering if you have the energy to stay on the career path you’re on. Higher-ups in your company keep asking for more, but there’s only so much productivity they can squeeze out of one person. Taurus, you may feel blocked as you have already devoted a lot of time and energy to this path. Today, release this issue to the Universe.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of romance, makes a trine to Uranus in your own sign of Taurus on Monday, August 2. You and your sweetheart may want to play hooky today. This is an excellent day to explore a part of the city you’re not familiar with. Track down a high-end food truck that serves Indian street food or some exotic culinary delight. Then do some window shopping as you walk hand-in-hand in the warm summer sun. You’re making memories.
Gemini Weekly Horoscope
Gemini, your words are carried on by the winds this week. Your ideas could circle the globe.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, as the sun in Leo forms an opposition with didactic Saturn in Aquarius. Someone in authority is trying to put the kibosh on your plans. This person may know more, have a degree or even a badge. They represent an immovable obstacle. This is not a day to argue with an authority figure.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of family, harmony makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus in your house of imagination on Monday, August 2. Today could be a magical day where the family comes together, and wonderful feelings are shared. You could do lunch at the park and feed the ducks at the local pond. You could share stories around a fire pit as you look up at the stars. Gemini, this could be a night of happy memories.
Cancer Weekly Horoscope
This week, shiny objects and things of value are within your grasp. Cancer, you could gain a windfall.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, as the sun in Leo forms an opposition with miserly Saturn in your house of resources. Something you want to do may be outside your budget. And while you could probably cobble together enough to acquire this, deep down, you know you should stay on budget. The challenge for you, Cancer, is sometimes emotion can rule your decisions. But today, it’s good to listen to Saturn, as Saturn’s goal is to help you become financially secure.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of communication, makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus in your house of technology on Monday, August 2. Love it or hate it, technology is here to stay. Cancer, this is a good day to get knee-deep into learning how to navigate your phone, use productivity apps or download a spending tracker. Today, you may try your hand at editing a video, making music on your computer, or doing art on your tablet.
Leo Weekly Horoscope
Leo, you are the master negotiator this week. Take your place at the head of the table.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, as the sun in Leo (happy birthday!) forms an opposition with serious Saturn in your house of partnerships. Today, you may have a discussion with your sweetheart about the long-term prospects of your relationship. This is where you lay out guidelines leading to living together, sharing finances, or putting together a prenup. Allow for an open discussion today. Leo, not all of the things can be solved in one day, but this is a place to start.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of money, makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus on Monday, August 2. You feel like spending some money today. Something shiny has caught your eye. It could be a ring, a new phone case, or a beautiful red Tesla model Y. Take a friend with you so they can talk you out of anything that pushes you completely over the budget edge.
Virgo Weekly Horoscope
This week, give yourself a break. Virgo, indulge yourself by doing what you want to do.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, as the sun in Leo forms an opposition with taskmaster Saturn in your house of productivity. Virgo, you don’t feel like doing anything today, which is very unlike you. You may want to spend the day in your pajamas, lying in a hammock under a shady tree. You could lock yourself away and play a video game that takes you to a magical world where you’re the boss, and your magic is admired by the kingdom. In other words, have fun today.
Venus in your own sign of Virgo and in your house of confidence when it makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus on Monday, August 2. The week has begun, yet you’re still in a rule-breaking mood. You are challenging other people’s expectations and breaking your own dogmatic rules. Who says you can’t have dessert for breakfast?
Libra Weekly Horoscope
Libra, you may be picking up a new hobby. This week, you could find a hidden talent.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, as the sun in Leo forms an opposition with party-pooper Saturn in your house of fun. Today, the baseball game is rained out, the park is closed for maintenance, or the car won’t start. Libra, there’s some impediment in your way. And while, of course, you could make an adjustment, it doesn’t make it less annoying. If you’re planning ahead, plan with Saturn in mind. Do Saturn things like rock climbing or working in the office to catch up on paperwork.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of escapes, makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus on Monday, August 2. Today, you could be quite enthusiastic about a new topic or hobby. Libra, you could discover a musical instrument or an art technique that has you walking on a cloud with excitement. Today it’s a good idea to indulge in some extra playtime (especially to make up for yesterday).
Scorpio Weekly Horoscope
Scorpio, your powers of perception are unparalleled. This week, you see the way forward.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, with the sun in Leo forming an opposition with paternal Saturn in your area of family. Some days it feels like your family doesn’t understand you. But you don’t have to give up on them to leave the nest. Scorpio, this is about believing in yourself and following your path. Today, you can find a way to focus on a cherished goal and take flight.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of friendships, makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus in your house of relationships on Monday, August 2. Today, you have great relationship energy. If you’re looking for love, a chance meeting could lead to something extraordinary. If you’re already dating, it’s time to surprise your sweetheart with a little gift or, better still, words from your heart. Scorpio, this is your opportunity to deepen this love relationship.
Sagittarius Weekly Horoscope
Sagittarius, you like to deal in big concepts and possibilities. But this week, it’s the small things that bring results.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, with the sun in Leo forming in opposition with exacting Saturn in your house of communication, paperwork, and contracts. You may be struggling through some legal language or government paperwork today. Sagittarius, you know you could redo this to make it more efficient and pleasant, but that’s not your job. Accept this task as is, and you’ll get through it in no time.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of career, makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus in your house of work on Monday, August 2. If you don’t feel like going to work today. You want a change of routine to do something you really enjoy. Sagittarius, give yourself a break today and find a few hours to sit and meditate on bringing more joy to your life. Make a list of what you love to do, and allow the Universe to bring you opportunities to make these activities profitable.
Capricorn Weekly Horoscope
This week, you’re ready to handle more. Capricorn, your stepping up to take charge
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, with the sun in Leo forming in opposition with penny-pinching Saturn in your house of money. Today, you may be trying to rationalize your way to purchasing something outside of your budget. It’s a question of needs versus wants. Be practical and consider if you can find a way to write it off your taxes or rent it out for extra income. Capricorn, you could win Saturn over with a good argument.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of knowledge, makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus in your house of romance on Monday, August 2. If you’re looking for love, you might meet someone connected to a seminar, exercise class, or summer study program. Capricorn, if you’re already in a love relationship, then use this positive energy to learn more about each other. Share information about your childhood. Talk about things that you like, so if you’re ever quizzed on your sweetheart’s favorites, you’ll know the correct answers.
Aquarius Weekly Horoscope
Aquarius, a resource, is being offered to you. This week, you can take it and run.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, with the sun in Leo forming in opposition with skeptical Saturn. Today a lack of confidence could cost you. Even though others are ready to stand up and give a testimonial of your good qualities and initiative, you have feet of clay. Surprisingly, you may be the one giving excuses why it’s not the right time or that you’re not the right person. Aquarius, it’s time to believe your friends rather than that devil on your shoulder.
Venus in Virgo, in your house of resources, makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus in your house of family on Monday, August 2. Today, you could receive a gift from a family member that could amount to something of great value. This may grow to become a passive income source, but you’re possibly worried there are strings attached. It’s important to openly communicate your concerns.
Pisces Weekly Horoscope
This week you can be happy and productive. Pisces, you’re finding your groove.
The week begins on Sunday, August 1, with the sun in Leo forming in opposition with anxious Saturn in your house of the unknown. Today, you can get caught in the worry trap, nervously thinking about things that are outside of your control. Pisces, you might try meditation, journaling, phoning a friend, or a combination of all of these. Pull yourself out of the worry spiral. Remember what Mark Twain said, “I’ve had a lot of worries in my life, most of which never happened.”
Venus in Virgo, in your house of relationships, makes a trine to Uranus in Taurus in your house of communication on Monday, August 2. Today, you could be on cloud nine from a single text or a cutie whispering in your ear. Romance can ensue. Pisces, you might want to take the afternoon off to go hand-in-hand, skipping along the boardwalk with your sweetheart.