Your August 2021 Horoscope Is Here, And The Universe Has A Message For You

Welcome to the home stretch of summer! The sun is shining, the beach is beckoning, and the universe is sending a message your way: Soak it all in.

To kick things off this August, the new moon in Leo on the 8th will make you just want to get out and play like a kid again. Wanna build a sand castle? Hand over the shovel. Play hooky with a midweek matinee (free air-conditioning, yes!)? One ticket, please. Weekend pool party? You’re so there.

Fast forward to the end of the month, and there’s a full moon happening in Aquarius on the 22nd, urging you to spend some quality time with your friends and just enjoy life. You’ll be hyper aware that summer is wrapping up, and you’ll want to make the most of every moment.

When the Sun moves into Virgo on the 22nd, you’ll feel an urge to start getting your life in order. Is everything good on the career/workout/health front? It’s time for a gut check. Meanwhile, Mars is hanging out in work-oriented Virgo all month, giving you tons of energy to get sh*t done, whether it’s mixing up craft watermelon cocktails for the neighborhood BBQ, trying out a new exercise routine, or nailing that big presentation at work.

Here's what else is in store for your zodiac sign this month, according to Donna Page, a professional astrologer with a graduate degree in counseling psychology.

Life is all about balance, Aries, and you’ll be hyper aware of that this month. It’s all thanks to Mars pushing you to go hard at work—and have fun. That might sound counterintuitive, but who says you can’t have it all? Plus, that extra effort will pay off when the full moon on the 22nd urges you to go into relaxation mode with your friends.

Btw, the universe is sending some solid workout vibes your way but, at the same time, you’ll be super confident about how you look. Remember: You don’t need to have the perfect body—no one does, after all. When Uranus goes retrograde on the 19th in your money house, you’ll want to change up your cash flow. (Maybe it’s time for a side hustle…?)

You’ve got work on the brain this month, Taurus. If you’re not feeling fulfilled in your current gig, maybe it’s time to look elsewhere. With Uranus going retrograde on the 19th, you’ll be ready for a change.

Speaking of which…the new moon on the 8th is in a sector of your chart about home, inspiring you to give your place a facelift. Don’t be surprised if you suddenly start taking notes while watching HGTV. When Venus moves into Libra on the 16th, you’ll want to make more time in your daily life for relaxation. A little yoga could do wonders for your stress levels.

Heads up, Gem: You’ve got a great month ahead. The new moon on the 8th is in your natural house, making you feel really solid and confident in just about every aspect of life. You’ll be inspired with a flood of new ideas, from little projects for fixing up your place to stuff you can do to revolutionize your workflow (and score you that much-deserved promotion).

Of course, it’s not all work and no play. Some solid F-U-N is on the agenda, so plan to cram in as much summer awesomeness as possible. Late-night trip to the ice cream shop? You’re there. Impromptu beach day? Count you in. Later, when Uranus goes retrograde on the 19th, you’ll feel low-level psychic. Like, you just knew your BFF was going to treat you to a dinner at your favorite place on a whim.

You know that raise you’ve been wanting to ask for but have been too nervous to take action? It’s go time, baby. The new moon on the 8th is in your house of finances and self-worth, cheering you on to get what you deserve. Mars, the planet of action, is also hanging out in a sector of your chart about communication, pushing you to ask for what you want in life.

On the 16th, Venus makes you want to prettify your place. And, when Uranus goes retrograde on the 19th in your house of friendships, you’ll get some unexpected news from a friend.

Not to be all deep or anything, but want do you really want out of life, Leo? The new moon on the 8th makes you mull it over—and recommit yourself to pursuing whatever feels right for you. On the 19th, Uranus goes retrograde in a sector of your chart about career, making you want some kind of change. Maybe it’s time to move on to something a li’l more exciting…

Mars and Venus are hanging out in your money sector, pushing you to have a solid think before you plunk down your credit card. Will you be OK when the bill comes in for those designer shoes, or are you going to wig out? It’s probably a good idea to figure that out now.

You know that trip you’ve been thinking about taking since forever? Consider this your personal invitation to book your flight, lock down your hotel, and make it happen. Need more convincing? Mars is hanging out in your sign this month, pushing you to go after what you want when you want it. That determined vibe will go with you everywhere, from work to your exercise routine.

For the second half of August, Venus is in your money house, sending sweet gifts your way. That dress you’ve been eyeing? Look online—it’ll be on mega-sale. Later, the full moon on the 22nd pushes you to find a balance between your career and everything else. You got this.

With all the business of life, it’s easy to forget that you have a creative side, Libra. Indulge it this month, whether you take a trip to your local art gallery or sign up for guitar lessons. It’ll feel so good to branch out a little.

Venus moves into your sign on the 16th, sending all kinds of good vibes your way. You’ll have people picking up the check for you and noticing all the great things you’re doing at work. It’s a great time to splurge on yourself a little because, hello, you deserve it. Btw, don’t necessarily jump on that new job that’s thrown your way. You know yourself well enough to know if this is an important change or a meh one.

Here’s the deal, Scorpio: Everyone says they want to get that elusive work-life balance nailed down, but no one really takes the time to do it. Well, you’re all about it this August, thanks to the full moon on the 8th.

Once that problem is solved, you’ll have some deep thoughts about how you’re seen in the world. Do you feel like you’re really appreciated, or is there some more work to be done before people recognize your talents? FYI: Mars is hanging out in a sector of your chart about networking. Get out there and make some new contacts—it could lead to your dream job.

The new moon on the 8th is hanging out in your natural house, making you just want to do you. Like, you know what you think, feel, and need—there’s zero reason why you shouldn’t get it. On that note, take some time this month to sit down and actually plan out that once-in-a-lifetime trip you’re always thinking about. Go have an adventure, already!

Mars is in your house of career while Uranus is in your house of daily routine, making you think about changing your job. Just know this: You might need to get a little more experience before making the leap to something new.

It’s easy to spend your work life just going through the motions. But this month, you’ll stop and have a think about why you’re doing what you do. Are you into your job, or have you gotten into a rut? Sure, it pays the bills either way, but figuring that out now could make a huge difference in your happiness. Just don’t act yet—something big is coming your way.

The full moon on the 22nd is in your house of finances, making you a money guru. You’ll tighten your budget in some areas, while opening up cash in others. The end result: More fun splurges and less stress. Go you!

Rest up now, Aquarius, because your month is going to be jam-packed with fun and social activities. You’ll be jumping from BBQs to beach trips to happy hours—and you’ll love every second of it.

It’s not all play, though. You’ll take a beat to think about what’s happening with your career. What is it that you really want out of your job, and are you getting it RN? Just don’t make a major change unless you're sure it’ll be fulfilling. The full moon on the 22nd shifts you back into 24/7 fun mode, so plan to spend it partying with your friends.

This is the last month of summer, Pisces, and the universe wants you to soak it all in. The new moon on the 8th will push you to act like a kid again. So, splash around in the pool, eat sugary cereal for dinner, and just have fun. That’s what life’s all about. You’ll still find some time to think about work, though. Do you feel like your job is vibing with the life you want? If not, you know what to do.

The full moon on the 22nd makes you want just kick back. So, grab a chair, a good book, some sunscreen, and just chill outdoors. You so deserve it.