Leo
Monthly Horoscope from July 22nd to August 23rd
1st decan July 23 - August 2
2nd decan August 03 - 12
3rd decan August 13 - 23
by Sandra Zagatti
Automated translation from Astrologiainlinea
Happy birthday!
The midsummer Sun transits your sign, where it meets the New Moon on August 12th. Mercury will also enter your sign on August 9th. Mars continues its sextile in the eleventh field in Gemini until August 11th, while Venus begins a sextile in the third field in Libra on the 6th. As for the slower planets, Jupiter began its conjunct in the first decan, but will be fast enough to move into the second on August 14th. The first decan is also involved in the sextile of Uranus in Gemini , the trine of Neptune in Aries , and the opposition of Pluto in Aquarius ; the second decan receives the trine of Saturn , also in Aries . In short, it seems like a truly generous sky! In particular, you will be able to enjoy effective days such as July 24th, August 3rd, 4th, 7th, 11th, 16th, 17th, 20th, 21st, and 22nd. Some uncertainty is possible on July 23 and 29, August 5, 6, 18 and 19.
The time to shine
As we've seen, this is a truly exciting month for you, with an intense life force that encourages and stimulates you. The warm and bright Sun shines alongside Jupiter on your birthday, giving you increased confidence, pride, and self-assurance, as well as a gratifying perception of the present and a farsighted vision of the future! It's no coincidence that, amid several very significant but slower-paced transits—and therefore ones that need to be evaluated with foresight—all the fast-moving planets are also supporting you during this period: Mars until August 11th, Venus from the 6th, and Mercury from the 9th, without disturbing you with even partial dissonances before or after. This obviously doesn't mean that everything will always be fine, that there will never be problems. Unfortunately, it's a widespread misunderstanding that leads many astrology users to have deterministic expectations, positive or negative, but still associated with supposed direct influences from the planets. I say it often, but I want to reiterate: the planets have no cause-and-effect relationship with reality; they are not external entities with power over our lives; If anything, they describe—symbolically—what's happening to us, inside and around us, and how we deal with it, express it, and, indeed, experience it. However, it remains our responsibility to interpret these signals as best we can, to best manage any difficulties and make the most of resources, circumstances, and opportunities. In this sense, this is your time to celebrate! And to shine.
Well-deserved approval
This is the month to dedicate to vacations, at least for most people, and for you, it promises to be particularly exciting. Both on vacation and in your free time in the city, you'll have plenty of opportunities to unwind, have fun, spend time with loved ones, and make new, enjoyable acquaintances. Indeed, singles could have some very exciting encounters, and in general, certain friendships or adventures have a good chance of strengthening, taking root, and maturing in the coming months! Someone might indulge in a major trip, original initiatives, or otherwise meaningful experiences. You'll enjoy being in the company of others, even intimately with your partner. In any case, you'll enjoy showing off your most outgoing, proactive, captivating... and charming side. Only at home, with family, might you occasionally feel a little discontented and annoyed. However, you'll be able to maintain spaces and times of personal, regenerating fulfillment. Of course, some of you will also have to work, at least for part of the month, but you'll be able to count on excellent resources of creativity, planning, and collaboration, stimulating and encouraging colleagues. Contacts, proposals, and ideas to plan ahead for the fall are not to be ruled out. Those with businesses in the tourism, communications, fashion, or entertainment sectors will be able to achieve results and satisfaction, both financially and in terms of prestige and image, receiving well-deserved acclaim and much-appreciated praise.
First decade
While Jupiter remains in conjunction until August 14th, Mercury is alongside it from the 9th to the 15th, and Venus is in sextile from the 6th to the 16th. Pluto 's opposition could signal some concerns in work relationships: perhaps there are issues to address, to explore further. In any case, it's a very reassuring sky, showing you as capable and decisive, perhaps ready to make important changes.
Second decade
Saturn is trine your Sun , and Jupiter begins its conjunct on August 14th. Mercury is also conjunct from the 15th to the 20th, and Venus is in sextile starting on the 17th. Despite the typical expenses of the period, it seems like there's greater financial security, perhaps even some good news. All the more reason to enjoy your holidays and your loved ones!
Third decade
The New Moon on August 12th will be a solar eclipse, but don't worry. The deeper (and more useful) meaning of this phenomenon lies in the invitation to reflection and introspection, precisely to rediscover the inner light you carry within you. Moreover, from July 27th to August 11th, you can count on the sextile of Mars , which encourages you to make exciting plans for the future.
