Monthly Forecast : August 2016

ARIES
With the New Moon lighting up your Love and Creativity Zone on the 2nd, August should prove to be quite a romantic month. Rams involved in the arts professionally can be showcasing their talents to tremendous applause too. This is not the time to hide your light under a bushel. Take care of stress aspects from Neptune on the 7th and the 14th. There could be an unscrupulous person, dressed in sheep’s clothing, trying to undermine your efforts. Mars entering Sagittarius on the 9th has you yearning to book a trip for an exotic location. Saturn going direct on the 13th is an excellent time to register for classes and submit work for publication. The Lunar Eclipse’s rays on the 18th may make you too unconventional for your own good. Try to tone it down a little and resist the temptation to get on a soapbox and espouse your beliefs. Venus conjunct Jupiter on the 27th could heat-up a potential office romance.

TAURUS
Have you been caught up in such a frantic pace, that you feel like you’re running on empty? If so, the New Moon on the 2nd offers you the chance to replenish and realign your inner energies. Obtain a renewed sense of being by nurturing yourself a little. Since it’s your Home Sector being highlighted, maybe a Feng Shui consultation is in order to reestablish balance and harmony. Throughout the month, Venus, Mercury, Jupiter, and then the Sun on the 22nd, will be dancing thru your Romance Sector. Can you get any more popular? For those Bulls desiring a baby, this month is potent for conception. Mars enters a Money Sector on the 2nd. Tremendous gains due to courage can be won, but also tremendous losses can be experienced due to recklessness. Be cautious with speculative financial decisions on the 24th and 26. The Lunar Eclipse on the 18th can make you feel very uneasy with your position at work. Time to stay calm. Work with and not against your superiors, even if you strongly disagree with their decisions.

GEMINI
You’ll be over brimming with dazzling ideas and possess the ability to communicate them with clarity to others. Thank the New Moon on the 2nd and use your unique salesmanship skills to advance in the direction of your dreams . If you’ve been contemplating purchasing a new home or making renovations to your resent abode, August is the month to proceed. You’ll not only find your desired home, but obtain an excellent mortgage. Mars, the warrior planet, enters your zone ruling both business and love partners. As a result, they may become overly aggressive and bossy. To avert a potential relationship crisis, try to ignore their petulant complaints. The Lunar Eclipse on the 18th highlights travel, education and legal matters. Best to put off making decisions in these areas for a more stable time. Venus in harmony with Jupiter on the 27th is the perfect time to be entertaining at home.

CANCERDue to the New Moon on the 2nd, you could find a sudden windfall dropping into your lap. Take care though in making big ticket purchases during the month. Otherwise, it will all be gone in the blink of an eye. Mars entering your Work Zone on the same day turns you into a workaholic. Suddenly, you are deluged with cleaning up everyone else’s messes. Take care on the 24 and 26th with inter-personal relations on the job. Anything you say, can be twisted against you. Venus, the Love planet, teams up with Mercury, the Communication planet during August. Enjoy long heart to heart talks and confidences with your beloved. The intimate flow of communications will join you even more intimately closer. The Lunar Eclipse on the 18th can shake-up joint finances. If you’re involved in seeking a financial settlement, let the dust blow over before attempting a resolution.

LEOStarting on the 2nd with the New Moon in Leo and until the 22nd, you will be the center of attention. Be bold and creative with your self-image. All eyes will be upon you. Venus, Mercury, and Jupiter will be activating your Money Zone for the month. Use the creative ideas flooding your consciousness full of new ways to increase your finances. If you’ve ever toyed with the concept of being self-employed, now might be the time to do it. Mars enters your Love Zone on the 2nd. Lonely Lions will be on the prowl for romance. Take care though on the 24th and 26th. There could be the element of deception lurking behind another’s smile. The Lunar Eclipse on the 18th heats up relationships. Not the best time to act overly dominate. Venus conjunct Jupiter on the 27th can make you a big winner, if you play your hunches.

VIRGO
Normally you resort to your extraordinary analytical abilities in making important decisions. However, starting with August’s New Moon on the 2nd, heeding your intuition will serve you better. Potent dreams can steer you in the right direction. Listening to subliminal recordings to either reprogram yourself for greater success or to eliminate negative habits, should be explored too. Mars will be traveling thru your zone ruling Home and Family for the entire month. Tempers can flair up with family on the 24th and 26th. The Lunar Eclipse on the 18th falls in your Employment Zone making you quite discontent with work matters. Try instituting some positive changes instead of looking for things to complain about. On the whole, August should find many new doors opening for you. Venus, Mercury, and Jupiter all in your first house will shine the light on lucky new paths to follow. Plus, you’ll be exceptionally popular.

Author's Bio: 

Judith's career as a professional Astrologer, Clairvoyant, and Feng Shui Master spans over 30+ years and six continents. She offers in-depth and personalized assistance on all matters of life and business. Astrological services include: Natal Chart Analysis, 12 Month Forecasts, Solar Return Relocation, Travel and Relocation, and Relationship Charts. All astrological services can be done in-person, mailed mp3 files, or by phone. Please go to http://AstrologybyJudithRan.com