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An update for 18th August 2025, by Patricia Godden
There have been a number of important discussions going on around the world in recent weeks. It may have seemed that some people have been asserting themselves but there has also been a call for fairness, understanding and justice.
While this can be linked to an interaction between Mercury in Leo and Mars in Libra, the situation is more complicated. Mercury is opposite retrograde Pluto in Aquarius. There is a pull between focussing on self-expression in contrast to being aware of the community and brotherhood of all life on Earth. The power of the voice could be directed towards topics of personal interest or matters of global co-operation.
In addition, Mars is opposite retrograde Saturn. These planets have very different, almost contrary, energies but at present they are very much working together. The action of Saturn is moderating impulsiveness and self-determined action while Mars is directing energy into mediation and collaboration. Patience and careful planning can also contribute to resolving conflict.
The presence of Saturn in Aries highlights taking responsibility for one’s choices and actions. At a superficial level, this could seem limiting but at a deeper level, it allows for wisdom gained from previous experiences to be used in current situations. The dynamic and sometimes impulsive energy of Aries can be channelled into goals that are worth pursuing.
Retrograde Saturn is close to retrograde Neptune. With Neptune being in Aries, old concepts of personal identity may dissolve so a more authentic understanding to self can emerge. There could be new and innovative ways of exploring spirituality. While there may be a desire to break away from old limitations, this can be done in a careful and considered way so growth proceeds at exactly the right pace.
Other helpful energies include the harmonious links between Mercury and the Saturn-Neptune conjunction as well as from Mars to retrograde Pluto. This mixture of tense and harmonious interactions suggests there is plenty of energy for innovative collaboration, not just between individuals but also on a much broader scale.
A supportive link between Uranus at the beginning of Gemini and both Mars and retrograde Pluto indicates a desire to find original answers. These may be unorthodox and focus on what is good for the community or society as a whole. Being objective and impartial are fundamental to the outcome of new ideas that may surface from the subconscious.
For a few hours on 19thAugust, the Moon in Cancer forms a tense aspect to Mars in Libra. Much energy might be directed towards finding a solution that is acceptable to most parties even though there may be some strong emotions. The intuition might reveal a way to peace and justice.
On 21st and 22nd August, the Sun, the waning Moon and Mercury are all in Leo highlighting the soul lesson of love. This is the essence that binds life together. It is fundamental in the evolution of humanity as it learns to manifest the wisdom and power, truth, peace and beauty of spirit through physical bodies.
The new Moon on 23rdAugust is in Virgo with the soul lesson of service through wisdom. Complex interactions from the Sun and Moon to the planets from Jupiter out to Pluto suggest being flexible and versatile might help to put innovative and unconventional ideas into practice in service to others. Being adaptable could be beneficial for much of the last week in August.
Venus is in Cancer until 25th August. There may be a focus on emotional bonds to loved ones. Emotional security may be valued. However, after Venus moves into Leo on 25th August, demonstrating love and affection openly may be accompanied by seeking admiration and recognition.
During this time, Venus is opposite retrograde Pluto. There might be changes in values. What was once thought so important may no longer seem to be so. There may be a pull between the emotions or personal interests and wanting to be more dispassionate. Balancing and integrating love of self with appreciation and understanding of other people may contribute to overall harmony.
Throughout the period covered by this update, Jupiter in Cancer interacts with the south node of the Moon in Virgo and the north node in Pisces. There might be greater sensitivity but also greater awareness of the intuition. By listening to the quite voice within, it may be possible to bring more compassion into ways of service.
Keep well, stay happy.