This week’s astrology invites us to move with intention, not impulse. On Wednesday, Mars enters Libra, urging us to take action from a place of fairness, balance, and collaboration... but it’s not all smooth sailing. As Mars forms tense oppositions with Saturn on Friday and Neptune on Saturday, frustration, fatigue, or confusion could cloud your usual clarity. Use the Full Moon in Aquarius, also on Saturday, to release rigid expectations and reconnect with your bigger “why.” Emotional truths and unexpected insights are likely to surface, so don’t rush to react. Instead, reflect and realign.
You might not have all the answers this week, but you do have the awareness to pause, choose wisely, and recalibrate. Trust that taking a beat now makes for bolder moves later.
Mars enters Libra: Wednesday, August 6
Mars opposes Saturn: Friday, August 8
Full Moon in Aquarius: Saturday, August 9
As Mars enters Libra on Wednesday (August 6), the focus shifts to how we relate with others and with ourselves. This transit brings passion to the surface in romantic partnerships but demands fairness and mutual respect. It’s a cosmic nudge to ask: are we acting from love or ego? Libra’s influence wants harmony, but Mars’ direct nature can stir up conflict when things feel unbalanced. If you've been biting your tongue to keep the peace, this could be the week it slips out.
By Friday (August 8), when Mars opposes Saturn, unresolved tension may feel heavier. Saturn restricts or slows Mars’ fiery drive, leading to frustration in relationships - especially if someone feels blocked or emotionally shut down. Think boundaries over ultimatums. If you’re feeling rejected or shut out, ask yourself if you’re seeking connection or control.
Come Saturday (August 9), Mars opposes Neptune, bringing an extra layer of emotional confusion. Misunderstandings in love can feel amplified. If you're unsure what someone means, ask. Don’t read between lines that weren’t clearly drawn. The Full Moon in Aquarius the same day invites emotional detachment in a healthy way; step back to gain perspective. What patterns are you ready to release in your love life? Sometimes the most loving thing we can do is let go.
Careers & Work
Mars in Libra also activates our professional relationships, and that can be tricky. On Wednesday, collaboration might feel more like confrontation, especially if roles or expectations aren’t clear. Use this transit to assert yourself, but gently. You don’t need to overexplain or people-please. A well-placed boundary can do more than a perfect presentation.
The real tension peaks on Friday (August 8), when Mars opposes Saturn. This is classic “two steps forward, one step back” energy. You may hit a wall... literally, with tech delays or missed deadlines, or emotionally, through lack of support or recognition. Saturn tests commitment. If a project isn’t working, now’s the time to reassess, not abandon it. Make adjustments, especially if the weight of leadership or perfectionism is burning you out.
On Saturday (August 9), Mars' opposition to Neptune may blur your sense of purpose or direction. Watch out for unclear communication, especially around group projects, shared resources, or creative roles. Neptune can inspire or confuse, depending on how grounded you are. If something feels too good (or vague) to be true, press pause. The Aquarius Full Moon shines a light on innovation: focus on the why behind your work, not just the outcome. It's a great time to release old expectations and welcome new, more aligned goals.
This week’s astrology asks us to practice patience, compassion, and emotional responsibility. Mars typically fuels action, but both Saturn (Friday) and Neptune (Saturday) are testing how we channel our drive. Mars opposite Saturn can bring exhaustion, especially if you’re pushing through without rest or purpose. Rather than powering through resistance, consider where you're forcing something that needs a gentler touch. Your energy isn’t infinite: treat it like a sacred resource.
Then comes the Mars-Neptune opposition, a foggy combo that can stir up self-doubt or escapism. You may feel unmotivated or overly sensitive on Saturday, especially under the emotionally cool light of the Full Moon in Aquarius. This lunation helps us detach just enough to see what’s been weighing us down. Are you caught in someone else's emotional weather? Are you striving for goals that no longer feel like yours? The Moon in Aquarius invites collective healing, but only if we take ownership of our inner world first.
Spiritual practices, creativity, and community care are especially powerful now. But keep them grounded; don’t chase cosmic highs without also checking in with your nervous system. This isn’t the week to overdo it, overcommit, or override your intuition. It is the week to reflect on how far you’ve come, what needs realigning, and where you can soften without giving up.
By Sunday, things may still feel uncertain... but you’ll have a clearer sense of what’s real, what’s worth fighting for, and what’s ready to be released.
Let clarity come from stillness, not struggle. ✨
What to Expect For Your Zodiac Sign
What to Expect
You’re balancing assertiveness with diplomacy, Aries, which isn’t your usual go-to... but it’s necessary now. Mars in Libra may test your patience, especially if others are dragging their feet. Still, there’s power in strategy over speed this week.
Love & Relationships
Mars opposing Saturn could spark a standstill in love: are you giving too much or not enough? With Mars now in your partnership zone, tension in your closest relationships is more likely to show. Use the Full Moon to speak honestly, but don’t force resolutions.
Careers & Work
Expect some pressure around decisions you’ve been avoiding. Mars-Saturn may reveal weak spots in team dynamics or workload boundaries. Take a step back before reacting; by the weekend, clarity returns if you’ve held your ground without pushing too hard.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
You may feel caught between go-time and slow-down - especially Saturday. That Aquarius Full Moon invites you to shift focus from personal hustle to collective goals. Consider how your voice contributes to a bigger mission.
Taurus (April 20 - May 20)
What to Expect
Taurus, Mars enters your productivity zone midweek and immediately challenges your usual steady pace. Tensions rise between your desire for balance and the need to make tough calls. You’re being asked to move, but mindfully.
Love & Relationships
The weekend’s Full Moon may stir up unexpected emotional shifts in long-term partnerships. You’re redefining what emotional security really means. Be mindful of passive-aggressive tendencies, especially if you’re biting your tongue to keep the peace.
Careers & Work
Deadlines feel tighter than usual thanks to Mars opposing Saturn. Frustration around structure or authority may flare. Don’t resist feedback - refine your approach. You’ll thank yourself by Saturday when insight strikes during that Aquarius illumination.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
Mars opposing Neptune could blur your vision of what "success" even looks like. Be gentle with yourself if motivation wanes. Small wins matter; especially when you're learning to pace your progress with purpose.
What to Expect
Gemini, you’re buzzing with creativity but might struggle to channel it constructively. Mars in Libra lights up your fun zone, but Saturn’s stern stare on Friday reins you in. You’ll need to get serious about what actually fuels joy.
Love & Relationships
Romantic sparks are flyin, but some of them could burn. If you've been craving connection, Saturday’s Full Moon opens a door. Just be sure it’s not an illusion, thanks to Mars opposing Neptune the same day.
Careers & Work
New ideas might clash with rigid expectations. A passion project could get the green light if you back it up with facts. Expect some pushback... Not everyone sees the vision yet, but that doesn’t mean it’s wrong.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
This weekend’s Aquarius Full Moon urges you to expand your worldview. A change in mindset might be just what you need. Pay attention to synchronicities — they’re not random, they’re real.
What to Expect
Cancer, you’re craving comfort but the cosmos is calling you into confrontation. Mars enters your home zone, activating domestic or emotional tension. Take the week slowly... Small shifts lead to long-term peace.
Love & Relationships
Old dynamics in close relationships resurface under the Full Moon spotlight. If you're holding onto outdated roles or fears, this is your cue to release them. Vulnerability is your power - especially when clarity feels far away.
Careers & Work
You might be juggling family needs with work responsibilities. Friday’s Mars-Saturn tension demands better boundaries. Speak up about what’s sustainable. Don’t martyr your energy for perfection.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
Mars opposite Neptune can cloud emotional judgment. Try journaling or a solo walk under the Full Moon to clear the fog. The insights you find may feel subtle, but they’re solid.
Leo (July 23 - August 22)
What to Expect
You’re in the hot seat, Leo. And the spotlight might feel a little… squinty. Mars in Libra has you fielding constant conversations and navigating others' opinions. By the weekend, the pressure breaks into insight.
Love & Relationships
Saturday’s Full Moon lands in your opposite sign, highlighting what needs rebalancing in love. If it feels like it’s “me vs. we,” use this lunation to restore harmony without silencing your own needs.
Careers & Work
Big meetings, tricky emails, and crossed wires — communication is the name of the game. Mars opposite Saturn slows progress (and Mercury is still retrograde), so double-check details and ask questions before reacting. Stay clear. Stay kind.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
Full Moon energy can feel intense. Step back and ask yourself: Where are you overextending to meet expectations? Find stillness to rediscover your own voice.
Virgo (August 23 - September 22)
What to Expect
You’re shifting from stability to expansion, Virgo. Mars is pushing financial or practical concerns into the spotlight. And asking you to take action where you’ve been sitting tight.
Love & Relationships
Don’t be surprised if money matters stir tension in relationships. Friday’s Mars-Saturn opposition wants clarity, not avoidance. Be honest about what feels sustainable, whether emotionally or materially.
Careers & Work
You may hit a roadblock midweek that tests your patience. Try not to equate slow progress with failure. What’s unfolding now needs time to root — and that’s okay.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
The Full Moon invites a mental decluttering. Mars-Neptune could leave you feeling foggy, so take space for yourself. Digital detox, anyone?
What to Expect
Mars enters your sign midweek, Libra, bringing a surge of energy, and maybe a touch of agitation. You’ll feel fired up but potentially pulled in multiple directions. Choose progress over perfection.
Love & Relationships
This Full Moon lights up your romance zone, revealing what needs to shift to bring more joy and authenticity into your love life. Avoid people-pleasing — this is your moment to speak your truth, kindly but clearly.
Careers & Work
Mars-Saturn friction might highlight a delay or challenge in your professional plans. Don’t take it personally. Rethink your strategy rather than forcing a breakthrough. The more balanced your response, the more effective it will be.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
Mars opposite Neptune could leave you second-guessing yourself. Prioritize movement: Physical activity can help release indecision and bring clarity faster than overthinking.
What to Expect
Mars slips into the quietest part of your chart, but that doesn’t mean nothing’s happening. There’s a lot brewing beneath the surface, Scorpio; let it simmer without trying to control the outcome.
Love & Relationships
Saturday’s Full Moon asks you to revisit emotional patterns linked to your past. Have you been holding back out of fear or loyalty to old stories? A heartfelt conversation (even if just with yourself) could set you free.
Careers & Work
Behind-the-scenes tasks take priority now. Mars opposite Saturn may expose a weak link in a team or plan — be honest about what’s sustainable and don’t be afraid to pause and reassess.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
Your dreams may be extra vivid this week, especially under Saturday’s lunar light. If confusion creeps in, trust your body’s signals over mental loops. Stillness is sacred.
What to Expect
Sagittarius: Mars enters your social and collaborative sector, amping up interactions and group efforts. But too many cooks could spoil the cosmic broth — choose your team wisely and avoid burnout.
Love & Relationships
There’s a shift in how you show up for your community and how it reflects in your personal connections. The Full Moon may bring clarity about who truly supports your vision — and who drains your vibe.
Careers & Work
You’re feeling the urge to push forward with big-picture ideas, but Friday’s Mars-Saturn square suggests slowing down to do some fine-tuning. Delegation is your friend. Trust that clarity will come from patience.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
Saturday’s lunation is perfect for reworking your mindset. If you’ve been stuck in “go” mode, this is your cue to pause, reflect, and course-correct. Less hustle, more harmony.
What to Expect
Mars activates your professional zone Capricorn, and suddenly, all eyes are on you. But with Saturn (your ruling planet) playing referee on Friday, there’s no coasting through. Prepare, polish, and persist.
Love & Relationships
Work stress could spill into personal life, so make time for proper check-ins. The Aquarius Full Moon spotlights self-worth — if you’ve been overextending without reciprocity, it’s time to re-balance.
Careers & Work
You’re taking charge, but pressure mounts. Mars-Saturn may test your leadership style. Stay solution-oriented. A strategic pivot now pays off in the long run — especially once Mars clears the tension with Neptune.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
The weekend’s Full Moon reminds you that value isn’t just measured in productivity. Take stock of what nourishes you emotionally. Self-care isn’t selfish — it’s strategic.
What to Expect
This is your Full Moon, Aquarius — and it’s a potent one. Something important is coming full circle, likely linked to identity, purpose, or personal expression. Trust the timing, even if it’s not all neat and tidy.
Love & Relationships
You may feel a tug between freedom and intimacy. Mars in Libra stirs your curiosity, but the weekend’s opposition to Neptune asks you to stay grounded in truth. Don’t ghost; clarify.
Careers & Work
Your vision is expanding. Mars-Saturn suggests a delay or reality check, but it’s not a no... it’s a “not yet.” Let your ideas breathe. Long-term projects will benefit from this recalibration.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
Saturday’s Full Moon is your reset. If emotions bubble up, don’t suppress: process. A personal ritual, journaling, or a tech detox could be just the thing to realign with your higher self.
What to Expect
This week’s energies are a little murky, Pisces... especially as Mars opposes Neptune in your sign on Saturday. It’s okay if clarity takes time. Honor your need for softness, but don’t check out entirely.
Love & Relationships
There may be blurred lines in love . Is it connection or projection? The Full Moon urges emotional honesty, even if it’s uncomfortable. Boundaries are loving too.
Careers & Work
You might be picking up on unsaid tensions at work. Rather than absorbing it all, get curious. Friday’s Mars-Saturn energy invites you to quietly rework your approach behind the scenes.
Energy, Mood & Personal Growth
You’re highly intuitive now, almost too much. Mars-Neptune can feel like emotional static. The best remedy? Simplify. Rest, hydrate, and don’t overthink every mood swing. Let the Moon show you what’s real.