Weekly Love Horoscope Overview – August 2-8
Aries Weekly Love Horoscope
You may feel like the energy feels stiff and uncompromising as this week begins, which could throw a wrench in the flow of a relationship. On August 2, the sun in your romantic fifth house will oppose Saturn in your friendly eleventh house, which could leave you feeling as though your connection with someone is stuck in limbo. There may be an emotional distance standing in your way, but it won’t be there forever.
In fact, this pause in the passion is the perfect time to pour that passion back into yourself. August 2 is also when Mercury in your colorful fifth house will trine Chiron in Aries, which paves the way for self-love and self-expression to remind you of who you really are. There’s no need to rush the emotional intensity of a relationship when you still have so much healing to focus on for yourself.
However, sometimes it’s difficult to control your feelings, and by August 6, the sun in your passionate fifth house will square Uranus in your steady second house, which could make you feel as though your desire for magic is leading to instability in your overall life. Remember that love is a source of inspiration, not a source of desperation.
Taurus Weekly Love Horoscope
You may feel so overwhelmed with work that it’s getting in the way of your personal life this week. On August 2, the sun in your emotional fourth house will oppose Saturn in your workaholic tenth house, which could lead to demands and extra pressure that makes it difficult to sustain a healthy work-life balance. This is a molehill, not a mountain, and sometimes, your priorities need a reworking.
However, the energy becomes rather romantic later in the week. By August 3, Venus in your passionate fifth house will trine Uranus in Taurus, which could really leave your relationships feeling energized and inspired. The cosmos is reminding you that even when life feels hard and insurmountable, romance is just within reach. Let this inject some magic into your heart and remind you what love is all about.
As the week comes to a close, you may become aware of something that you were previously unaware of. On August 6, the sun in your heartfelt fourth house will square Uranus in Taurus, which could lead to a shift that hits close to home. This may be an opportunity to test the strength of your relationship’s ability to weather a storm. A relationship can’t avoid change. So how are you willing to adapt?
Gemini Weekly Love Horoscope
As this week begins, you may find yourself running into communication problems. On August 1, Mercury in your chatty third house will oppose Saturn in your spontaneous ninth house, which could lead to missed texts and phone calls. It could even make it harder to elaborate on your thoughts and feelings, as though you and your lover aren’t quite understanding each other. Give yourself a moment to actually think about what it is you’re trying to say to the one you love.
By the middle of the week, you may find you don’t even need words to express yourself. By August 3, Venus in your compassionate fourth house will trine Uranus in your empathetic twelfth house, which could lead to renewed emotional commitments. Perhaps letting your heart lead the way is contrary to what you would have done before. Instead of over-intellectualizing what this relationship may be, try going with the flow.
However, as you let your emotions speak for themselves, you may find uncomfortable feelings making themselves known in the process. As the sun in your informative third house squares off with Uranus, secrets may rise to the surface, prompting even deeper discussions. Getting to know someone means embracing their surprises.
Cancer Weekly Love Horoscope
As this week begins, you may feel an emotional distance between you and a lover. On August 2, the sun in your grounded second house will oppose Saturn in your intimate eighth house, which could leave either of you feeling guarded and unwilling to reveal a deeper truth. Trust takes time to build, and at this moment, patience may be what allows you both to feel the safety you require to unfurl your secrets and your inner truths.
A blast of exciting energy will sweep through your social life by August 3. As Venus in your talkative third house forms a trine with Uranus in your community sector, you may feel dazzled by new friends and connections. You and your lover may enjoy socializing together, and if you’re single, you might even meet people who can open the doors to even more possibilities in love.
However, by August 6, you may feel somewhat overwhelmed by an influx of social energy. As the sun in your steady second house squares off with Uranus, you may have to accept the upcoming changes that come with making fresh commitments to new people. The uneasiness will subside, but it may hint at an undercurrent of excitement.
Leo Weekly Love Horoscope
You may find that it’s harder to establish harmony and connection with your lover as this week begins. On August 2, the sun in Leo will oppose Saturn in your partnership sector, which may throw a wrench in a relationship. However, this is an opportunity to see hidden weaknesses in your love life and learn where you need to be willing to be flexible. Just because things may feel weird between you now doesn’t mean they will forever.
By August 3, your love life will be flushed with courageous and goal-oriented energy. In fact, as Venus in your sensual second house will form a trine with Uranus in your ambitious tenth house. This energy just screams “power couple” and you and your lover may find that bonding over your dreams—both your shared dreams and your individual ones—will only strengthen your commitment.
By the end of the week, however, your career may pull you in so many different directions that your love life may not even be on your mind. As the sun squares off with Uranus, you’re embracing shifts in your vision for the future. This is your opportunity to see whether you and your lover can prioritize your love throughout these shifts.
Virgo Weekly Love Horoscope
Your subconscious fears may be at the forefront of your mind as this week begins. On August 2, the sun in your introspective twelfth house will oppose Saturn in your practical sixth house, which could bring up how you need healing. If any repressed emotions have been holding you back from experiencing truly fulfilling relationships, you may feel like attention is being called to them.
However, by August 3, you’ll be reminded of the beauty that’s being offered to you, even when times feel tough. As Venus in Virgo forms a trine with Uranus in your explorative ninth house, you will be encouraged to live in the moment and have faith in the idea of love. You may even feel inspired to embark on an adventure with a lover, and if you’re adventuring solo, your self-love will only increase in the process.
Some of these adventures may bring up uncomfortable emotions in you at times, especially by August 6. As the sun squares off with Uranus, you may recognize that healing is a messy process and doesn’t always feel as pleasant as it sounds. Permit yourself to accept the love your heart needs.
Libra Weekly Love Horoscope
You may feel less in touch with the magic of romance as this week begins. As the sun in your stoic eleventh house opposes Saturn in your passionate fifth house, it may feel harder than usual to bring forth the spark of love. However, something beautiful is coming to a head, even when it feels like there’s no magic surrounding you at all. Be patient and don’t lose hope, because it’s always darkest before dawn.
Despite the stale energy that may be clogging your love life, you may find an unexpected source of intimacy by August 3. Venus in your empathetic twelfth house will trine Uranus in your intimate eighth house, helping you feel inspired by the idea of letting your guard down and forging a more vulnerable connection with someone. Sometimes love isn’t straight out of a romance novel; sometimes it’s messy and strange.
However, if romance still seems out of reach, friendship most certainly is not. On August 4, the sun in your eleventh house of community will trine Chiron in your partnership sector, helping you find a sense of belonging and trust amongst your peers. You don’t have to look very far to find people who care about you.
Scorpio Weekly Love Horoscope
You may feel some discomfort in your personal life this week. In fact, as the sun in your ambitious tenth house opposes Saturn in your wholesome fourth, your workaholic tendencies may be getting in the way of your ability to just relax and enjoy quality time with loved ones. A little rebalancing may be the key that lifts you out of this possibly dysfunctional dynamic, bringing you closer to your heart.
By the middle of the week, you may be in the mood to socialize and mingle. As Venus in your extroverted eleventh house forms a trine with Uranus in your relationship sector on August 3, you’ll be in the perfect position to attend parties and opportunities to meet new people, especially people who could potentially become a date. You may find yourself attracted to someone who’s not your usual “type.”
By August 6, your relationships could challenge your reputation. As the sun squares off with Uranus, there may be rumors floating around, rumors that could inject drama into your relationships. However, rumors are rarely ever the whole truth, so remember not to let a rumor affect your perception of the truth. Give yourself a chance to get the entire story before making a drastic decision.
Sagittarius Weekly Love Horoscope
You and your lover may be communicating in two different ways as this week begins. Your wires could be intercepted as Mercury in your storytelling ninth house opposes Saturn in your detail-oriented third house on August 1, prompting you to try to speak each other’s language and, above all, listen. It may take time before you fully understand each other, but it’ll be worth it through patience.
By August 2, you may have a breakthrough as Mercury forms a trine with Chiron in your romantic fifth house. Your instinct in love may be to withhold your feelings due to a fear of rejection, but you’re learning this week that love is always worth the risk. In fact, you may find love in an unexpected place as you learn how to heal your ability to express love without inhibition.
The energy grows busy and unpredictable by August 6, when the sun in your expansive ninth house squares off with Uranus in your sixth house of routine. Reserving a moment for your lover may feel more difficult than usual, so try to take missed calls and forgotten texts with a grain of salt. Your equilibrium will eventually return to its usual steadiness.
Capricorn Weekly Love Horoscope
You may have trouble balancing the emotional attachments of your love life as this week begins. On August 2, the sun in your intimate eighth house will oppose Saturn in your second house of possessions, which could leave you craving closeness with your lover even just as much as you find yourself craving space. Boundaries are essential, even in the most loving and intertwined relationships. Don’t deny yourself the boundaries you need.
Despite how serious this sounds, there is so much romance surrounding you by midweek. On August 3, Venus in your adventurous ninth house will form a trine with Uranus in your passionate fifth house, encouraging you to try something new and exciting in your love life. You may feel exhilarated by a new experience you and your lover are having together. Take a risk and inject some much-needed novelty into your relationship.
However, by the end of the week, some of these new feelings that are stirring within you could leave you feeling somewhat lovesick. On August 6, the sun will square off with Uranus, proving that even the pure excitement of romance involves a change in your universe. Take comfort in the magic it brings along with it.
Aquarius Weekly Love Horoscope
There may be a lot of strain on your relationships as this week begins. On August 2, the sun in your cooperative seventh house will oppose Saturn in Aquarius, revealing the ways your commitment to yourself may be creating distance in your relationships. If you’re craving more independence or you feel a need to focus on your own needs right now, a relationship may be changing in the process.
However, just because you’re not as close doesn’t mean there’s any less love in your life. By August 3, Venus in your intimate eighth house will trine Uranus in your compassionate fourth house, reviving you with the nurturing and care that you need. You may even be surprised by where you find it, revealing to you a stronger love that you didn’t even know was there.
By the end of the week, friction and uncertainty in a relationship are certainly possible. On August 6, the sun will square off with Uranus, evoking changes in your personal life that may not feel comfortable at first. There’s no way to perfectly predict someone’s future behavior and this is a reminder that people can surprise each other. However, these surprises only allow you both a deeper glimpse into your psyches.
Pisces Weekly Love Horoscope
As this week begins, you may feel weighed down by so many repressed emotions that you have yet to come to terms with. On August 2, the sun in your practical sixth house will oppose Saturn in your spiritual twelfth house, which means that the demand of your daily life could be imposing on your inner needs. These feelings could translate to your relationship isn’t giving you the safety and compassion you desire.
However, you may find yourself turning a new leaf in your love life by August 3. Venus in your seventh house of partnerships will trine Uranus in your third house of communication, injecting some intellectual curiosity into your relationship. You may feel especially thrilled by intelligent and clever conversations as you tap into your wit. This energy could renew your dating excitement as well as remind you what an entertaining lover you can be.
By the end of the week, you may feel somewhat frazzled by shifting priorities and postponing appointments, making it harder to link up. On August 6, the sun will square off with Uranus, which could lead to disorganization that spills into your relationship. Make a note of something that you really know you don’t want to forget.