Daily Horoscope: August 23, 2024

Virgo season is officially here, and the cosmos is kicking things off with an opposition between a waning gibbous Moon and Makemake, a dwarf planet that rules our activist spirit. This alignment calls us to reflect on what we believe and what we value. Are we living our lives in a way that honors these principles, or are we setting them aside for convenience?

Read your weekly horoscope and see what the stars have in store for your sign today.

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Aries: March 21 – April 19

Mercury retrograde is finally starting to work in your favor as it forms a positive sextile in Leo with your ruling planet, Mars, in Gemini. The lessons you’ve learned from the obstacles of the past few weeks are finally starting to fall into place, and now it’s time to reap the rewards of your hard work. The most enduring wisdom is often that which is the hardest-won.

Taurus: April 20 – May 20

Despite what your stubborn, homebody nature might tell you, there’s nothing wrong with chasing those butterflies in your stomach. A fortuitous trine between Venus and Uranus indicates new possibilities in romance, work, or leisure. Don’t be so quick to dismiss these experiences just because they go against your preconceived notions of what you should be doing.

Gemini: May 21 – June 20

The tension within your celestial alignment is finally starting to ease as Mercury retrograde slides backward into an alluring sextile with Mars in Leo and your sign, respectively. It’s time to act on the lessons you’ve learned from your experience. Among the many downsides of hardship, one of the most promising upsides is its ability to make us stronger on the other side.

Cancer: June 21 – July 22

There is a fine line between standing up for one’s own interests and burning bridges unnecessarily. A tense confrontation between a waning gibbous Moon and Makemake indicates a need for balance between the two. You can speak your mind in a way that respects all parties involved, and at the same time, you should be able to expect others to do the same.

Leo: July 23 – August 22

Observing from afar is one thing, experiencing it up close is another. A Mercury retrograde-Mars sextile in your sign and Gemini suggests increased mental clarity and motivation. However, a Mercurial square with Uranus promises a bit of resistance between where you are now and where you want to be. You are strong enough to overcome it, Leo.

Virgo: August 23 – September 22

Virgo season arrived today with two powerful alignments: an opposition between a waning gibbous Moon and Makemake and a sextile between retrograde Mars and Mercury. The former indicates tension between our life path and our values, but fortunately, the latter offers much-needed intellectual acuity and inspiration to correct any bumps or misdirections illuminated by the Moon.

Libra: September 23 – October 22

The challenges of yesterday’s Moon-Neptune conjunction continue today as our lunar neighbor opposes Makemake in your sign. As the waning gibbous Moon calls us to let go of what no longer serves us, Makemake’s presence forces us to consider how much we’ve put into our willingness to help others. You’re more than just a pair of helping hands, Libra.

Scorpio: October 23 – November 21

You can’t fight the natural ebb and flow of the universe, Scorpio. It’s far more effective to spend your energy figuring out how to handle the situation you’re in than to waste time and resources on what you wouldn’t do. as The sooner you overcome this mental block, the easier it will be for you to get through this situation. You have to get out of your own way.

Sagittarius: November 22 – December 21

Your willingness to reach for the stars is admirable, but even if you do, you’ll need a plan of action. As Saturn retrograde calls us back to Earth, your ruling planet, Jupiter’s expansive energy clashes with the ringed disciplinarian. There’s a clear path to success. But you’re going to have to get your affairs in order first.

Capricorn: December 22 – January 19

The Moon-Makemake opposition directly challenges Ceres retrograde, which is currently flying through your sign. This indicates a cognitive dissonance between what we feel compelled to do and what our minds and hearts need us to do. What might your reality look like if you put half of your activist mind into your own well-being? The stars invite you to try this perspective.

Aquarius: January 20 – February 18

These unexpected shifts in your preconceived notion of reality are certainly uncomfortable, but that may be a good thing. As Mercury retrograde and the equally chaotic energies of Uranus clash, it’s a great time to dig deep into why you’re so averse to change that you haven’t catalyzed. The constant pursuit of control is a quick way to become unhappy and bitter.

Pisces: February 19 – March 20

In a perfect world, we could avoid anything that makes us uncomfortable or uneasy. But that’s not the case, and Saturn retrograde has amplified obligations that should have been settled long ago. Fortunately, Jupiter’s square to Saturn promises ample reward for your hard work. The longer you wait to get started, the longer it will take to see the benefits.