AstroWatch

*Any times indicated are for the Pacific Time Zone.

*Refer to “AstroCast” by Kimberly Maxwell for more detailed information as these events unfold.

*Remember, these are just transits and they too, like a kidney stone, shall pass.

Forecast for August 1-10

August starts with four planets retrograde and will end with three.  From the 1st through the 17th, August will be dominated by a five planet “Kite aspect pattern.”  The five planets involved are Mars, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune and Pluto.  Mars is the tail of the kite making a waxing trine to Uranus and a waning trine to retrograde Pluto.  He will also be opposing retrograde Saturn and Neptune who are conjunct and making a waxing sextile to retrograde Pluto and a more complex mixed sextile to Uranus.  While retrograde Saturn is making a waxing sextile to Uranus, Uranus is making a waxing sextile to retrograde Neptune.  Astronomically, the Kite pattern creates what resembles the La Grange points in planetary gravitation.  These points are very stable as they are located at points of gravitational equilibrium.  While this aspect pattern can provide a sense of stability, for some it may lead to a feeling of being trapped unless or until a transiting planet acts (aspects) on one or more of the planetary points.  It may also result in the ignoring of the energy of the planets not involved in the pattern, in this case, the Sun, Mercury, Venus, and Jupiter.  Fortunately, during this period, the transiting Moon will conjunct, sextile, square, and trine each planet in the Kite.  This will create opportunities for awareness allowing one to break free of the “stuck” or “trapped” feeling.  This in turn can help one to better understand and take advantage of the focal and creative power of the Kite.

There will be five exact major aspects on the 1st, the Moon goes out of bound south on the 2nd, and then 6 aspects on the 3rd.  On the 5th Mars will go void-of-course and then enter Libra on the 6th.  On the 7th the Moon returns in bounds and on the 8th, Mars will trine Uranus and then oppose retrograde Saturn.  On the 9th there will be the Aquarius Full Moon followed by Mars opposing retrograde Neptune.  On the 10th, Mars will trine retrograde Pluto reenergizing the last of the three outer planets.

08/01/25 – 3:56 am – slow Moon waxing fixed square retrograde Mercury

This crisis of action square with retrograde Mercury could have your brain seemingly working overtime, possibly trying to figure out what it was that you forgot.  If something woke you early, note the time and what it was with as much detail as you can.

Just over 1 1/2 hours later (5:41 am), the Moon will make another waxing fixed crisis of action square, this time to the Sun.  Fixed energy says focus, focus, focus.  Any actions you take should be done carefully and deliberately.  It’s a new day and a new month.  Retrograde Mercury says you might want to start by checking to see if you have forgotten anything that was due yesterday or earlier?  If so, start there, then move on to newer things that need some action to keep them moving forward.  The Sun says, “trust yourself,” you know what to do.  You’ve done this before so you know how to handle any challenges that might come up.

08/01/25 – 6:34 am – Venus waxing cardinal square retrograde Saturn

This is the third consecutive crisis of action square.  The main difference is that the energy has shifted to cardinal, the decide and commit to it energy.  Venus wants you to follow your passion while Saturn would normally demand that you adhere to a higher standard.  But Saturn is retrograde and that can change His game plan.  It may be about adhering to an older standard, perhaps one that you had when you were younger or first started your current job, a more “idealized” one.

08/01/25 – 10:25 am – slow Moon waxing water trine Jupiter

This is the pause and take time to review any recent actions, perhaps from today or this week.  The water represents our emotions and feelings.  Is there something that you did recently that on review doesn’t feel right or that you could have done “bigger?”

08/01/25 – 1:49 pm – Venus waxing cardinal square retrograde Neptune

This is Venus’s second cardinal crisis of action square today.  With retrograde Neptune involved you may find yourself questioning something you did earlier, or perhaps something you are planning on doing.  If so, try stepping back and looking at the “big picture.”  Have you been having a dream that seems to keep repeating?  Do you find yourself questioning some “belief” or “truth” that you have?  Neptune may be trying to confuse or deceive you or He may be trying to “wake you up,” to challenge something that no longer works for you.  You should decide which it might be before you act.

Nine hours later (10:45 pm), Venus will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Pluto.  This is the last aspect before their opposition.  Did all those crisis of action squares leave you feeling tired or off?  Take some time to recenter and focus.  Find your balance.

08/02/5 – 11:47 am – slow Moon goes Out-of-Bounds South

The Moon is at 24 Scorpio 25’ when She goes beyond the southern or lower boundary of the Sun.  South represents the past, things we know, have done, memories, both positive and not.  When confronting obstacles or challenges, allow yourself time to remember how you successfully handled similar ones in the past.  Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone.

08/02/25 – 6:07 pm – slow (OOBs) Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing sextile to Mars, the Moon goes void-of-course for almost 5 hours until entering Sagittarius at 11:00 pm.  This is their first aspect since their conjunction about 4-5 days ago.  Have you been working on something new since then?  If so, how is it coming along?  What is your next action to keep it on track?

As the Moon leaves deep intense Scorpio for adaptable, optimistic Sagittarius, things may start to feel less heavy, more positive, optimistic even.

08/03/25 – 12:59 am – slow (OOBs) Moon mutable opposition Uranus

This is the first of six exact major aspects by the Moon today.  It is Sunday, so you may want to just chill the day away.  That won’t be possible for everyone.  For some, today could be a real emotional roller coaster; for others it could  be an emotional high or low day, and then there will be those who just have a “normal” day.  This isn’t the first day with multiple aspects by the Moon.  What were the others like?  What do you expect your day to be like?  If something wakes you during the night, note the time, what it was, with as much detail as possible.

The opposition is about finding or maintaining balance in your life.  Like a Full Moon, it might “fully illuminate” something important for you so pay attention.  Note any dreams, “a-ha” moments, feelings or other sensations that may come to you during the night or on waking.

Just over one hour later (2:08 am), the Moon will make a waning fire trine to retrograde Saturn.  Just 47 minutes later (2:55 am), the Moon will make another waning fire trine, this time to retrograde Neptune for the second and third aspects of the day.  The waning trine symbolizes a time to pause, prioritize your work and plan your next actions.  Is there something in your notes to help guide you today?

08/03/25 – 3:46 am – slow (OOBs) Moon waning sextile retrograde Pluto

This closing sextile is the fourth aspect of the day, and most people are probably still sleeping.  Pluto demands that we strive to become the best version of ourselves that we can be.  This is the last aspect between the Moon and Pluto before their conjunction, and their new cycle will begin.  Did you start something new about 4 weeks ago?  Do you have a personal improvement plan or goal?  If so, how are you doing?  Even if it is just a small step, set a goal of completing it before their conjunction so you will have time to plan what new thing or step you will begin then.

Just over 3 hours later (6:56 am), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to Venus as the day gets started for most.  This is the last aspect before the opposition when what you have been working on, creating or developing should be fully formed, balanced and ready to be completed.  With the two Grand Ladies of the Zodiac involved, this may be about a relationship, an important desire, or something that is meaningful to you.

8/03/25 – 1:00 pm – slow (OOBs) Moon waxing fire trine retrograde Mercury

This pause and review of any recent actions trine is the fifth aspect of the day.  Take a few minutes to review any actions you have taken today or recently.  Did you complete them, or did you leave something undone?  Is there anything else that you should do to keep them moving forward?  What is your next action?

08/03/25 – 11:12 pm – slow (OOBs) Moon waxing fire trine the Sun

This pause and review of any recent actions trine is the sixth and final aspect of the day.  As the day ends, review your accomplishments and consider what you need or should do first thing tomorrow to get off to a positive start.

Just 32 minutes later (11:44 pm), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/ quincunx to Jupiter.  Perhaps this will surprise you with something you forgot to do or finish, or it might be a clue for how to really get tomorrow started on a high note.  Note any dreams, insights, feelings or other sensations that come to you.  Pay attention, for when the “Universe speaks,” there are no “little” things.

08/04/25 – There are no exact aspects in the Pacific time zone today.

While there may be no exact aspects by the transiting planets to each other, that doesn’t mean they won’t be making an exact aspect to one of your planets or other sensitive points.  How the day goes should give you some clues as to how the planets relate to you.

08/05/25 – 8:29 am – accelerating (OOBs) Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing mutable crisis of action square to Mars, they both go void-of-course, the Moon for just over 1 1/2 hours, and Mars for almost 32 hours.  This is the first of four major and two quincunx aspects by the Moon today so it could be another emotional extreme kind of day.  Did you take advantage of last night’s aspects and plan how to start your day?  If so, you should know what actions to take.  If you didn’t, you should probably do it now.  What is the best use of your time right now?  If you did, then you know what to do.

The Moon enters Capricorn at 10:04 am.  Just over two hours later (12:06 pm), the Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to Uranus which could throw an unexpected, unseen “wrinkle” into your day.  You may not be able to anticipate something unseen, but you can be prepared as to how you will react to the unknowable.

With Mars void-of-course, avoid confrontations.  Don’t make any hasty or impulsive decisions.  Watch out for the “other guy,” the one who causes accidents as they can be more prevalent during this time as people may tend to act up or act out.  Be aware of your surroundings at all times.

08/05/25 – 12:54 pm – accelerating (OOBs) Moon waning cardinal square retrograde Saturn

Just 50 minutes later (1:44 pm), the Moon will make another waning cardinal crisis of consciousness square this time to retrograde Neptune.  This is the downsize, consolidate, eliminate, let go of, or set aside for later square.  Actions taken this morning should help guide you for what you need to do this afternoon.

Over 7 hours later (8:52 pm), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/ quincunx to retrograde Mercury.  Are you working on any writing projects or dealing with any challenging problems, obstacles, or questions?  This lead into the opposition aspect may provide some possible solutions.  Give yourself permission to relax, clear your head and reflect.  Sometime in the past you may have confronted a similar situation.  If so, how did you solve it?  With Mercury retrograde, solutions from your past may be just what you need to handle any problems of today.

08/05/25 – 11:38 pm – accelerating (OOBs) Moon Cardinal Opposition Venus

If you aren’t sleeping, this may provide an opportunity to reconsider, review, re-energize, and prepare yourself to focus on the work at hand.  Are you having issues with a relationship or lack of one?  The opposition is about finding a balance between opposing sides, points of view, needs, wants and desires.  Seek and you will find.

08/06/25 – 10:40 am – accelerating (OOBs) Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a cardinal opposition to Jupiter, the Moon goes void-of-course for over 31 1/2 hours.  Finding balance with the second largest body in the solar system won’t be easy, like trying to balance on a teeter-totter with someone five times your size.  With half the planets, 4 of 8, that can go retrograde, retrograde and seemingly working against you, almost everything may feel as if it takes extra effort to do as you take two steps forward and then one step back.  Persistence is the key.  If you feel blocked, pause and consider have you encountered this or a similar situation before?  Your answers may lie in your past experiences. 

With a long void-of-course not starting anything new could be a real challenge.  If you must start something new, be meticulous, rechecking your work frequently, then, if you can, set it aside at your first opportunity.  Now go back to your work in progress and focus on your priorities. 

Over three hours later (1:53 pm), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/ quincunx to the Sun, the largest object in our solar system.  This could disrupt any plans you may have for your afternoon, perhaps a “new thing” you just have to do.

08/06/25 – 4:23 pm – Mars enters Libra

Now in the sign of His detriment, a weakened state, Mars may be more dangerous as He may take more risks and can be prone to suddenly acting out in a more aggressive and uncontrolled way.  For the duration of Mars transit through Libra, it would be best if you avoided confrontations and making impulsive decisions.  You should also continue to watch out for the “other guy.”

08/07/25 – 6:18 pm – average (OOBs) Moon enters Aquarius

The long Moon void-of-course is finally over.  If you have set aside any new things during this time, you should now be good to get them started.  In fixed air Aquarius, some may find their ability to focus and problem solve enhanced.

Just over one hour later (7:35 pm), the Moon will make a waxing air trine to Mars for the first of five exact major aspects by the Moon today.  Better buckle up as it could be a bumpy night.  This is the pause and review of any recent actions trine.  Are you seeing the results you were expecting?  Are things progressing on time?  Do you need to change or correct anything? 

Less than one hour later (8:20 pm), the Moon will make a waning air trine to Uranus for the second aspect of the day.  This is the pause and plan your next actions trine.  What do you need to do to prepare things to be completed?  Is there anything that you can or should eliminate?  What about things that may need to be refined or consolidated?

Just 29 minutes later (8:49 pm), the Moon will make a waning sextile to retrograde Saturn for the third aspect.  Less than one hour later (9:41 pm), the Moon, now at 1 Aquarius 51’, will return in-bounds.  Two minutes later (9:43 pm), the Moon will make another waning sextile, this time to retrograde Neptune for the fourth aspect of the day.  The waning sextile is the finish something aspect, then consider what new thing you may want to start at the conjunction.

08/07/25 – 10:26 pm – average Moon fixed conjunction retrograde Pluto

This is the fifth and final aspect of the day and marks the beginning of the new Moon Pluto cycle.  This could be a good time to start or restart a self-help, self-improvement project.  Perhaps you have a “bad” habit that you want to break.  Consider when and why you do it.  Create a “new” positive routine to replace it.  When you find yourself returning to the old, stop and do the new thing.  Given time, the new thing will replace the old.

08/08/25 – 2:52 am – average Moon fixed opposition retrograde Mercury

Note any dreams, insights, feelings, or other sensations that come to you during the night or on waking.  Is there something repetitive in there, like a dream you have had before for example?  If so, know that it is important.  What is it telling you?

08/08/25 – 11:45 am – Mars waxing air trine Uranus

This is the pause and review of any recent actions trine.  Don’t limit yourself to something you did this morning.  It may be about something you did last night or yesterday, or two or three days ago.  Did you miss anything?  Did you not complete something?  How are your actions manifesting?  Are you seeing the results you expected?  If not, why not?  Do you need to redo or change something?  If so, do it now, then move on.

Less than one hour later (12:31 pm), the Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to Venus.  This aspect follows the opposition.  Did something just happen to put something out of balance?  Was it something else that you didn’t anticipate?  Fix or do it now before a little thing becomes a BIG thing.

Six hours later (6:31 pm), the Moon will make another waning inconjunct/ quincunx, this time to Jupiter.  This could really end up making a “mountain out of a mole hill.”  Take a deep breath, hold, exhale, repeat until you feel your mind settling down.  You can handle this; you’ve done it before.

08/08/25 – 7:52 pm – Mars cardinal opposition retrograde Saturn

What can we expect when the two ancient malefics face off from positions where they are weaker?  It is likely that they may both try to overcompensate by asserting themselves, making finding a balance more difficult.  Extreme caution is advised around this time, both before and after this aspect.

Note:  Saturn and Neptune are still very close to each other, so an aspect to Saturn will be followed shortly after by the same aspect to Neptune, in this case, tomorrow.

08/09/25 – 12:55 am – accelerating Full Moon fixed opposition Sun

This Full Moon, commonly known as the Sturgeon Moon, also known as the Green Corn or Grain Moon, is at 17 Aquarius 00’.  The Sabian Symbol for this degree is “A watchdog standing guard.”  This Full Moon relates back to their New Moon conjunction of July 24, 2025, or it may also relate back to the New Moon of February 9, 2024, which was very near this degree.  Did you start anything new around either of those dates?  If so, how is it developing?  Note any dreams, “a-ha” moments, insights, feelings, or other sensations you may have.  Have you been feeling more on edge, irritated, or defensive than usual lately?  Do you consider this Friday night or early Saturday morning?  In either case, the Full Moon should help to illuminate most of the night.  Stay out of the shadows.  Avoid potentially scary or dangerous places.  Be extra cautious as the malefics may be working against you this night.

Following this the Moon goes void-of-course for almost 23 hours.  That is basically the entire day.  At least it is Saturday, so you may want to either take the day off or focus on finishing things that you have already started.

08/09/25 – 3:13 pm – Mars cardinal opposition retrograde Neptune

Did you start on a “dream” project or was there something that you wanted to manifest that you started but haven’t finished.  The opposition is about finding balance, but also the midpoint in a cycle.  With Neptune involved, this could be the turning point in manifesting a dream or getting that dream, from dream to reality.  But Neptune can also be deceptive as He also likes to dissolve things, often the structures created by Saturn.  When building or creating something tangible, be sure that you have all the required permits, supplies and tools.  Follow all instructions and any required codes and laws.

08/09/25 – 11:50 pm – accelerating Moon enters Pisces

The long void-of-course ends as the Moon leaves fixed air focused Aquarius for mutable water emotional Pisces.  The next 2-3 days may feel more like an emotional roller coaster, extreme for some, but not for most, probably just more, but still manageable.

08/10/25 – 1:52 am – accelerating Moon waning mutable square Uranus

This is the crisis of consciousness square in their cycle.  Coming in the night, be sure to note any dreams or insights as they may help you identify actions to take and ways to consolidate things you are working on when your day gets started.

Less than two hours later (3:37 am), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to Mars.  This aspect precedes their opposition.  With Mars in Libra, sign of His debilitation, something just might wake you up early.  If so, note what it is, the time and as much detail as possible as it may be useful in the days ahead.  It is Sunday, which may be fortunate for some, but not necessarily everyone.

08/10/29 – 5:29 am – Mars waning air trine retrograde Pluto

Mars seems to want some attention this morning.  This is the pause and plan your next action trine.  You may want to refer to any notes you made earlier as this trine is normally followed by the waning square in sequence.  It may be that the dream or insight from this morning was to give you a heads up on what actions to take this morning. 

Less than two hours later (7:18 am), the Moon will make a waning inconjunct quincunx to retrograde Mercury.  Normally, this would be the first aspect after an opposition and the aspect before the waning trine.  What is it in your life that you aren’t seeing?  It will be almost 15 hours until the next aspect so expect that your day may go the same way with one unseen, unexpected thing after another.  It could be issues with electronics, your car, documents, or work.

08/10/25 – 10:12 pm – accelerating Moon waning water trine Venus

This is another pause and plan your next action trine and will be followed less than 2 hours later by another.  This pair involves the two ancient benefics.  If you aren’t sure where to start when it is this late, you might want to start by reviewing what you have accomplished today and what you have left to do.  This may give you some ideas as to what you should do next.

08/10/25 – 11:55 pm – accelerating Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waning water trine to Jupiter, the Moon goes void-of-course for over 27 1/2 hours.  It is almost midnight which means that the Moon will be void-of-course all day tomorrow.  If you can, focus on work in progress tomorrow and set any new things aside for Tuesday.  If you must start something new, proceed cautiously, rechecking your work frequently.  If you can, once you have started it, set it aside as soon as practicable, then go back to your older work.

Forecast for August 11-20

On the 11th, Mercury will station direct and then Venus will conjunct Jupiter for the annual meeting of the ancient lesser and greater benefics.  The 12th offers up 6 major aspects by the Moon so you may want to check your tissue supply.  On the 15th the Moon goes out of bounds north.  On the 16th we have 6 major aspects by the Moon followed on the 17th with just one aspect as Jupiter enters His shadow.  On the 18th the Sun will go void-of-course.  On the 20th there will be 5 aspects by the Moon which will also return in bounds.

08/21/25 – 8:44 am – average Moon waning sextile Mars

Today may actually feel as if it has a natural flow to it.  This waning sextile is the last aspect before their conjunction, so it represents a time to get something finished and make plans or prepare for whatever new thing you need to start next.  The next, and only other aspect today is a conjunction, marking the end of the old cycle and the beginning of a new one.  August will be ending soon so you may want to focus on older work in progress and any other work that needs to be completed today, by tomorrow, and by the end of the month.

08/21/25 – 11:13 am – average Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a fixed fire conjunction with shadow Mercury at 10 Leo 39’, the Moon goes void-of-course for over 35 hours, until entering Virgo tomorrow night.  With Mercury still in their shadow, there may be something that you have been avoiding starting or something that you need to restart.  It may be something that involves writing or other forms of communication.  If so, start it before the Moon goes void-of-course.  Otherwise, if you can’t set it aside, start slow, be deliberate, have a plan of action, break it down into small doable steps, and when you can, set it aside until after the Moon enters Virgo.  It may not be easy, but if you can, avoid starting anything new until Saturday, the 23rd.

08/22/25 – 1:34 pm – Sun enters Virgo

Virgo is the mutable earth sign, known for being critical, analytical, and about health and adhering to a higher ideal.  Whatever you may be working on, take a close critical look at it before determining if it is done.

08/22/25 – 10:24 pm – average Moon enters Virgo

With both of the Great Lights in Virgo, we are all being called on to take a more critical, analytical approach to not just what we are doing, but also who we are and what we believe.  Sometimes our truths aren’t really true.

Just 43 minutes later (11:07 pm), we have the first of two Virgo New Moons, this one at 0 Virgo 23’, is the third New Moon of summer, and so could be called a “Black Moon.”  The second New Moon in Virgo, the fourth New Moon of summer, is on September 21, which is also the United Nations International Day of Peace.  The Sabian Symbol for today’s New Moon is “In a portrait, the best of a man’s traits are idealized.”  While a photograph may reveal all of the little things we don’t like about ourselves, they can be manipulated to hide them.  But the original will still expose them.  In a portrait, the painter may be enticed to create us not as we are, but as we wish we were or perhaps as we see ourselves.  What image are you projecting?  What is it you project onto others?  Believing something to be true doesn’t make it so.  What new search for the “truth” do you want to start now? 

Just 23 minutes later (11:30 pm), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/ quincunx to retrograde Saturn.  Saturn expects us to adhere to the rules and our “code.”  Coming this late on Friday, something or someone possibly

 from the past and unexpected may disrupt your plans.  How well do you handle the pressure?  Don’t panic.  You may feel that you don’t have a plan to handle it, but chances are you do or at least did.  Now, if you can just remember it.

08/23/25 – 12:57 am – average Moon waxing mutable square Uranus

Coming this early, this crisis of action square, the only exact major aspect of the day, could provide a sudden inspiration for finding the right solution to whatever problem you are facing.  It may come in a dream, as an “a-ha” moment, or a memory.  Trust your instinct.  With three quincunxes coming in the night, sleep may be interrupted or restless.  At least it is the start of the weekend for most, so maybe a nap later will help.

Just 21 minutes later (1:18 AM), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/ quincunx to retrograde Neptune.  Don’t let this one deceive you.  Forty-one minutes later (1:59 am), the Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Pluto.  If Saturn won’t reveal the truth, then chances are good that Pluto can get the job done.

Just over two hours later (4:05 am), the Sun, following in the Moon’s steps, will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Saturn for the last aspect of the day.  If you were able to sleep through all of this, note any dreams, first thoughts, feelings, or other sensations when you wake.  You may find the answer you seek in them.

08/24/25 – 12:15 am – Sun waxing mutable square Uranus

This is the yearly crisis of action square between the Sun and Uranus.  Coming in the first hour of Sunday, many will sleep through this.  Pay attention to any dreams, insights, feelings, or other sensations that may come to you during the night.  Look for answers, inspirations, and guidance as to what action to take. 

Just over 3 1/2 hours later (3:58 am), the Sun will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Neptune.  In His tool kit, Neptune has the ability to dissect and find meaning in dreams, symbols, and feelings.  The ”I didn’t see that coming” quincunx could open your eyes and reveal that which you seek.

08/24/25 – 5:14 am – slowing Moon waxing sextile shadow Jupiter

This is their first aspect since their conjunction on the 19th.  Did you start anything new around or since that date?  If so, how is it coming along?  What should you do next to keep it on track and moving forward?

It will be almost 8 hours later (1:06 pm) before the next aspect, a waning inconjunct/quincunx by the Sun to retrograde Pluto, which is also the last aspect of the day.  How do you prepare yourself for the unexpected surprise that may be coming?  Be flexible, be aware of your surroundings, especially the little things that may often go unnoticed.  Opportunities don’t always come with a bang or attention getter.  Sometimes you have to step outside your comfort zone to grasp them.

08/25/25 – 1:44 am – Mercury leaves their Shadow

As Mercury appears to continue to accelerate, they cross 15 Leo 35’ and leave their Shadow behind.  Now in new territory, those sensitive to the Mercury retrograde phenomena should start to feel as if things are beginning to settle down.  Enjoy the reprieve for now as Mercury still has one more retrograde for us this year.  Note any dreams, insights, “a-ha” moments, feelings or other sensations that come to you in the night or on waking.

08/25/25 – 6:53 am – slowing Moon and Venus go Void-of-Course

This could be one of those Monday’s as following a waxing sextile by the Moon to Venus, the first of six exact major aspects, both the Moon and Venus go void-of-course.  The Moon’s will only last 15 minutes as She enters Libra at 7:08 am.  Venus’ void-of-course will last just over 2 1/2 hours.  Wait until after the Moon enters Libra before starting anything new.  With Venus void-of-course, don’t make any major financial purchases or contractual commitments.  Wait until Venus enters Leo before considering them or starting or taking the next step in a relationship.  Your focus this morning should be on newer work in progress.  Make sure that everything is on track.

Just over one hour later (8:00 am), the slowing Moon will make a cardinal opposition to retrograde Saturn for the second aspect of the day.  With three waxing, two oppositions, and one waning aspect, you may want to focus on work in progress that you think isn’t ready to be completed.  Make sure you are correct in your assessment.  With both oppositions involving a retrograde planet, you may have overlooked something that you can or that needs to be finished before the end of the month.

08/25/25 – 9:27 am – Venus enters Leo

As Venus makes Her annual transit through Leo, many may find themselves feeling more confident, passionate, even generous.  Know your limits.  Over confidence, phony passion, or excessive generosity could be your undoing.  Leo is also about showing off (within reason) and having fun doing it.

08/25/25 – 9:52 am – slowing Moon waxing air trine Uranus

This pause and review of any recent actions trine is the third aspect of the day.  How are your actions developing?  Did you finish what you started?  Do you need to change anything you’ve done?

Just twelve minutes later (10:04 am), the slowing Moon will make a cardinal opposition to retrograde Neptune for the fourth aspect of the day.  Time for a reality check.  Ask yourself, “Am I doing the same thing over and over and expecting a different result?  If so, you may be under the “influence” of a “negative Neptune.”  Finding balance under these circumstances won’t be easy as you may find yourself questioning every decision you make.  Take a deep breath, hold, release slowly.  Repeat.  Relax.  You know what’s going on and how to handle it.  You’ve done it before.  Find your personal balance point, then proceed with your day.

Just 44 minutes later (10:48 am), the slowing Moon will make the only waning, consolidating aspect, an air trine to retrograde Pluto for the fifth aspect of the day.  This is the pause and consider your next action trine.  Any action you take should be focused on work that needs to be completed by the end of the month.

08/25/25 – 5:56 pm – Venus waxing fire trine retrograde Saturn

The sixth and final aspect of the day is this pause and review of any recent actions trine.  You may want to start by reviewing what you have done today.  Did you miss, forget, or overlook anything?  With Saturn involved you may have missed a step or requirement.  A few minutes spent checking now may save you hours later.

08/26/25 – 7:26 am – slow Moon cardinal conjunction Mars

If you liked yesterday, you may just love today as we have another day with six exact major aspects, this being the first.  Starting with this beginning of a new cycle conjunction followed by four waxing aspects and finishing with a midpoint opposition, you may want to focus on newer work in progress, particularly anything that needs to be done sooner rather than later.

08/26/25 – 1:58 pm – Venus waxing sextile Uranus

This is the second aspect of the day.  Take time to review any new things started recently, especially if you haven’t checked or done anything with it in a while.

08/26/25 – 3:18 pm – Venus waxing fire trine retrograde Neptune

This pause and review of any recent actions trine is the third aspect of the day.  It is always a good idea, when practical, to review anything you think you have finished or done your part on, before moving it on or calling it done.  Start with any actions you have done today.

08/26/25 – 4:23 pm – slow Moon waxing cardinal square shadow Jupiter

This crisis of action square is the fourth aspect of the day.  Jupiter may be in his shadow, but that doesn’t mean you can’t go big.  It does suggest that you should allow extra time for whatever you do to develop and that you should be extra careful to make sure that your action develops as you planned.

08/26/25 – 7:06 pm – slow Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing sextile by the Moon to shadow Mercury, the fifth aspect of the day, the Moon goes void-of-course for almost 23 1/2 hours.  Getting through tonight without starting anything new may not be too difficult, but what about all day tomorrow?  If you have something new that you want or need to start, do it before the Moon goes void-of-course, otherwise, if you can, set it aside until after the Moon enters Scorpio tomorrow evening.  If you get something new that you must start before then, proceed methodically and carefully, paying close attention to any requirements, and rechecking your work frequently.

08/26/25 – 10:54 pm – Venus fixed opposition retrograde Pluto

This is the sixth and final aspect of the day.  Finding a balance between the Goddess of love and the archetype of the abductor may not be easy.  Balance your desires and obsessions with the reality of your life.  When others are involved, remember, “First, do no harm.”  This is the last aspect for over 20 hours so expect today’s energy to last through most of tomorrow.

08/27/25 – 6:27 pm – slow Moon enters Scorpio

This is an unusual kind of day as everything happens late.  Some may actually feel the shift from cardinal do it Libra, sign of the other to fixed water, feelings run deep Scorpio.  Old hurts and memories may come up in the days ahead.  Deal with them as they arise.

For some, this evening may feel out of balance as just 35 minutes later (7:02 pm), the Moon will make a waning inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Saturn.  Then over two hours later (9:20 pm), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/quincunx to Uranus followed three minutes later (9:23 pm), by a waning inconjunct/quincunx to retrograde Neptune.  These quincunxes fall on either side of the opposition which could have you feeling out of sorts and off balance.  Know that this feeling too shall pass.

08/27/25 – 10:10 pm – slow Moon waning square retrograde Pluto

This is the crisis of consciousness square.  It offers an opportunity for some soul searching, some deep reflection to identify what, if anything, objects, beliefs, etc., that no longer work, or don’t work for you.  Once you identify something, fix it or let it go.

08/28/25 – 12:48 am – slow Moon waxing square Venus

It is another early morning (or late night, if you prefer) crisis of action square.  Are you working the late, late shift?  With the two Grand Ladies of the Zodiac involved, if you are taking an action, it better feel right.  The Ladies won’t have it any other way if you want their support.  For those sleeping, note anything that wakes you, dreams, insights, feelings, or other sensations.  There may be valuable information for you.

08/28/25 – 5:27 am – slow Moon waxing sextile the Sun

This is their first aspect since the New Moon of the 28th.  Did you start something new around that date?  Or perhaps something since then?  If so, how is it developing?  Time to consider what your next action on it should be.

08/28/25 – 12:22 pm – retrograde Pluto goes Out-of-Bounds South

This is Pluto’s first venture beyond the Sun’s southern boundary since the American Revolution and George Washington was President.  Starting today, Pluto will be dancing in and out of bounds for the next ten years, making His last trip from September 15, 2035, to November 18, 2035.  After this it will be a very long, long, long time (thousands of years), before He does this again.  This time symbolizes a period of the breaking down of empires, totalitarian governments and rulers, and the return of power to the people.  Expect the world to look different by the end of 2035.

08/28/25 – 5:09 pm – Uranus waxing sextile retrograde Neptune

This pair has a very long cycle, 170+ years.  This is their first exact major aspect since their three conjunctions in 1993, and the first of five waxing sextiles, the last one coming on June 6, 2027.  Following that, their next aspect, the first of five waxing squares, won’t be until October 2, 2039.  Did you begin a new long-term something in 1993?  If so, how is it doing?  It has been over 30 years since you started it.  What’s next for it?  The next 2 1/2 years could be very meaningful for you.

08/29/25 – 5:38 am – slow Moon waxing water trine shadow Jupiter

Today starts with the suggestion that you take a pause and review any actions you took yesterday and earlier this week.  Trust your feelings.  How are they developing?  If something doesn’t feel right, then it probably isn’t.  Fix, change, or redo it.  You will know it is the correct thing to do by how you and it feels.  This is the last weekday workday in August.  Focus on those things that need to be completed today or by the end of the month, which is Sunday.

08/29/25 – 5:47 pm – slow Moon goes Void-of-Course

Following a waxing crisis of action square to shadow Mercury, the Moon will go void-of-course for over 13 hours.  Any actions you take should be on work in progress.  Set aside any new things until tomorrow, after the Moon enters optimistic, inquisitive Sagittarius.

08/29/25 – 7:02 pm – slow Moon goes Out-of-Bounds South

The Moon is at 24 Scorpio 03’ as She makes Her monthly trip, this time joining Pluto beyond the Sun’s lower boundary.  People, memories, even lost things may come back into your life.  If they do, it means that you should probably deal with them when they come up and not put them off again.

08/30/25 – 7:04 am – slow (OOBs) Moon enters Sagittarius

Some may feel a lighter more positive vibe as the Moon moves into mutable fire Sagittarius to start the day.

Just 15 minutes later (7:19 am), the Moon will make a waning fire trine to retrograde Saturn, the first of six exact major aspects by the Moon today.  For some, this could be the start of a real roller coaster of emotions kind of day.  Just over 2 1/2 hours later (9:53 am), the Moon will make another waning fire trine, this time to retrograde Neptune for the second aspect of the day.  These are the pause and plan your next actions trine and it is the weekend, so what are you going to do? 

Just six minutes later (9:59 am), the Moon will make a mutable opposition to Uranus for the third aspect of the day.  Get inspired.  Uranus asks us to be our most creative, imaginative, individual self.  If  things are feeling out of balance, get out of your box and find the balance that is “just right” for you.

Forty-three minutes later (10:42 am), the Moon will make a waning sextile to retrograde Pluto for the fourth aspect of the day.  This is the just finish something aspect.  You will feel better when you do.  Then you can plan what you might want to start next.  Monday is the first of a new Month, and a good time to get that new thing started.

08/30/25 – 8:12 pm – slow (OOBs) Moon waxing fire trine Venus

This pause and review of any recent actions trine is the fifth aspect of the day.  What did you do today?  Did you finish anything?  Ask your partner, close friend or family member about their day.  Then share your day.  The conversation may just remind you of something you forgot to do or finish.

08/30/25 – 11:25 pm – slow (OOBs) Moon waxing mutable square the Sun

This crisis of action square is the sixth and final aspect of the day.  It is Saturday night so choose your actions carefully.  This may relate back to the New Moon of the 22nd.  What did you start around that date?  What do you need to do to keep it on track and moving forward?

08/31/25 – 2:53 pm – slow (OOBs) Moon waxing sextile Mars

This is the only major aspect today and their first aspect since their conjunction the morning of the 26th.  If you have been working on any new things, you might want to take a few minutes to consider how they are developing and what you should do next.

Four hours later (6:55 pm), the Moon will make a waxing inconjunct/ quincunx to shadow Jupiter.  We can’t see everything that’s coming our way.  Sometimes surprises can be good things.  Whatever, if anything, this might mean for you, symbolically with Jupiter in His shadow it could be about something that has already been, or it might be something yet to be.  It could be a long overdue reward, or something that will be delayed.  Only time will tell. 

Extended Forecast for September

September starts with retrograde Saturn returning to Pisces followed by Mercury going void-of-course on the 1st and then entering Virgo on the 2nd.  On the 5th, Uranus stations retrograde.  On the 7th, we will have the Full Harvest Moon Lunar Eclipse.

On the 12th, we will have 6 exact major aspects followed on the 13th by just one, the Mercury Sun Superior Conjunction.  On the 14th we will have another 6 aspect day followed by just one aspect on the 15th.  On the 16th there will be 5 major aspects plus 4 aspects to Chiron.  On the 17th Mercury will go void-of-course and then move into Libra on the 18th.  The 19th offers a lot with 3 major and 4 quincunx aspects plus Venus will go void-of-course and then enter Virgo while Mars will go void-of-course for three days.  On the 20th the Sun will oppose retrograde Saturn. 

On the 21st, we will have the second New Moon in Virgo which will also be a Solar Eclipse, after which they both go void-of-course.  On the 22nd the Sun will enter Libra and Mars will enter Scorpio.  On the 23rd the Sun will oppose retrograde Neptune followed on the 24th with 4 major and 3 quincunx aspects and then just one aspect on the 25th.  The 26th offers 5 aspects followed by one on the 27th, 2 on the 28th, and 3 each day on the 29th and 30th.