August 2012 Astrocast

Key Events:  

Full Moon (10:15 Aquarius): 1 August 2012

New Moon (25:08 Leo): 17 August 2012

Full Moon (08:34 Pisces): 31 August 2012

Retrograde Planets

Saturn (29:30 Libra - 22:46 Libra): 7 February 2012 - 25 June 2012

(Shadow Period until 2 October 2012)

Pluto (09:34 Capricorn - 06:57 Capricorn): 10 April 2012 - 18 September 2012

Venus: (23:59 Gemini - 07:32 Gemini): 15 May 2012 - 27 June 2012

(Shadow Period until 1 August 2012)

Neptune: (03:09 Pisces - 00:21 Pisces): 4 June 2012 - 11 November 2012

 

Mercury: (12:33 - 01:26 Leo): 15 July - 8 August 2012

(Shadow Period until 23 August 2012)

Uranus: (8:32 - 04:36 Aries): 13 July - 12 December 2012

 
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Lunations and Long-Term Aspects

Just a reminder of that long-term square between Pluto and Uranus in fellow Cardinal Signs, Capricorn and Aries, respectively.  If your birthday is right around June 29 you are in the throes of a Pluto transit which may be a bit difficult. With Uranus squaring your natal Sun unexpected events and sudden change, particularly with regard to your career or status, are also likely with relationships coming into play as well. Pluto is the planet of transformation, typically when you let something or someone go that you've been clinging to. Cancers, as their representative, the crab, implies, do not like to let go, but sometimes it's necessary so you can progress.  You can use the prevailing energy or it can use you. If you choose to ignore what the Universe is trying to tell you it's highly likely that you will eventually have it shoved in your face.

The Full Moon on August 1 is in Aquarius, your 8th house of transformations, so this ties in nicely with Pluto's message.  With the Moon your sign ruler these lunations already affect you more than others. At this time the Sun is in Leo, your 2nd house of finances, income, possessions, needs, and comforts, emphasizing this part of your life which will work together with the Moon. If you've been ignoring your own needs for the sake of others this is a time to decide to take better care of yourself.  Remember if you are run down or burned out you won't be able to take care of anyone else, either.  This lunation has a Yod, its base straddling your sign and the eye in polar sign, Capricorn, which is where Pluto is. An opportunity to expand your spiritual nature is suggested if you will go ahead and indulge yourself in something you need.  Bear in mind there is a significant difference between needs and wants, though they often overlap. With Pluto at the eye in your house of relationships it further suggests that how you relate to those close to you are an important consideration.

There are numerous opportunities out there with the over-all energy of this lunation favorable. Seeking spiritual guidance from your inner voice and have a very favorable effect on your family, perhaps even instituting a new phase or beginning. Restructuring some part of your life can have very rewarding results. Taking action will require negotiations with others in your household but once you have their support you will be better situated than you've been in the past to pursue what you're looking for.

The New Moon on August 17 is in Leo, your 2nd house of needs and so forth, which points toward a new beginning. This house also includes income and finances so it can have favorable implications there as well. There are numerous opportunities out there, particularly as you engage your imagination with your belief system and discover your own unique way of seeing the world. Try not to be too idealistic, though it can be a good place to start.  Venus is transiting your sign which should bring her blessings your way, especially with regard to any negotiating you need to do. Ideas related to your income or needs will bring about a change of course which will eventually bring unexpected benefits.

The Full Moon on August 31 is in fellow Water Sign, Pisces, your 9th house of higher learning, religion, politics, beliefs and expectations, legal matters, other cultures, long-distance travel and relocation. The Sun is in Virgo, your 3rd house of thoughts, ideas, siblings, neighbors and local travel, so emphasis in this part of your life is likely to affect the message of the lunation. In other words, what ever is going on locally is likely to effect a new phase with something in your 9th.  Watch for a lot of creative energy at this time which will also tie into those two houses. Mars is in Scorpio where he is dignified as its ancient ruler. Scorpio is your 5th house of creativity, ego development, children, romance, entertainment and speculation so any of these items can put that drive to good use as you see fit. Your imagination can be a useful ally in figuring this out. There's another Yod out there, this one suggesting your creative ideas can have a strong influence on a sudden change of status. If you've been wanting to change a few things, whatever they may be, the energy is out there to assist you so put it to good use.

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