Your Monthly Astrology Update - August 2025
WHAT IS VENUS DOING?
Relationships . Value . Beauty . Self Worth . Finances .
Venus is in Cancer for most of August. This energy craves heartfelt connection, nurturing, being with loved ones, and finding beauty and value in all parts of the emotional self. This month we are being taught the sacred art of boundaries. The reminder that we can be strong and protect what matters but we deserve this to be met in balance + harmony with our connections, too. Cancerian energy can grow anything into something beautiful when it’s held, cared for, and spoken to with kindness. How can you meet this energy in both your inner world and within your relationships, too? What wants to bloom? A month to create sacred and cosy spaces that take you into a beautiful portal of self love. Express your feelings through creative outlets. You may even be drawn to reconnect with loved ones. A month of nostalgia - memories may flow through. Your intuition will be strong. This is a month that Venus craves self care and inner nurturing. Love on you. On August 25th /26th, Venus moves into Leo, which is a whole new vibe...
THE VIBE OF MERCURY
Thinking . Communication . Travel . Close Relatives . Intellect
Mercury is currently retrograde in Leo until August 11th, when it moves direct. Use the beginning of August to look inward... find the courage to embrace all parts of yourself, your voice. Be brave and honest about what your heart is telling you. Listen to the inner leader, the thought leader, the one that oozes with play, fun, truth + true creative expression. What does this version of you want to hear/ say / witness? There is an opportunity to rewrite a story and create new thought patterns, reminding you that you’re the main character of your life. The validation you need comes from those inner heart whispers. On the 11th of August mercury moves direct, offering a second chance to speak your truth with courage, heartfelt warmth, and authenticity. What does this version of you look like? What will bravely come to the surface that makes your inner child proud and smile?
LETS TAKE ACTION….WITH MARS
Drive . Desire . Autonomy . Identity . Action .
Mercury is currently retrograde in Leo until August 11th, when it moves direct. Use the beginning of August to look inward... find the courage to embrace all parts of yourself, your voice. Be brave and honest about what your heart is telling you. Listen to the inner leader, the thought leader, the one that oozes with play, fun, truth + true creative expression. What does this version of you want to hear/ say / witness? There is an opportunity to rewrite a story and create new thought patterns, reminding you that you’re the main character of your life. The validation you need comes from those inner heart whispers. On the 11th of August mercury moves direct, offering a second chance to speak your truth with courage, heartfelt warmth, and authenticity. What does this version of you look like? What will bravely come to the surface that makes your inner child proud and smile?
A DATE WITH YOUR JOURNAL? SAVE THE DATE~
1st August - Venus square Neptune + Saturn
Where have I been idealising connection at the cost of my own boundaries or sense of self-worth?
6th August - Venus opposing Capricorn Moon
How can I balance my craving for emotional connection and my love to create something in the material world?
9th / 10th August - Mars opposing Saturn + Neptune
Where am I being pulled between keeping the peace and honouring my own truth and how will I take aligned action based on this?
11th August - Mars trine Pluto
Where can I direct my energy to create strong + powerful lasting transformation?
11th / 12th August - Venus conjunct Jupiter
It’s a beautiful day for manifestation!! What does abundance in all forms mean to me, and how will I welcome more of this into my being?
16th August - Venus trine North Node
How are my desires and values pointing me toward the life I am here to live?
26th August - Venus trine Neptune + Saturn
What beautiful vision do I want to build....what are some small actions that can help get me there?
27thAugust - Venus opposing Pluto
Where do I want to release control and welcome in deeper intimacy and truth?
31st August - Mercury trine Chiron
What truth about myself is ready to be spoken and seen? What thoughts or stories am I ready to let go of?
