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Did you hear that? It’s Leo season, cosmic warriors, and every lion in the jungle is marking its territory with a tremendous roar — these wildcats need to be heard. Regardless of your zodiac sign, however, Leo energy infuses the summer with playful drama, bodacious energy, and (perhaps most importantly) tremendous courage. Although proud, the lion is a brave creature who will stop at nothing to protect its closest companions. This month, reflect on your personal values: What does fortitude mean to you?

This theme is echoed by a solar eclipse in Leo on Saturday, August 11. Eclipses are powerful phenonmea that occur when the celestial bodies meet in perfect alignment. In astrology, these dynamic lunations are linked to our destiny. For the past two years, the eclipses have been electrifying the Leo-Aquarius axis, encouraging us to reevaluate our relationship with royalty (Leo) and society (Aquarius). The lunation on August 11 is the last solar eclipse in the series (the final lunar eclipse will occur on January 19), so this one is a pretty big deal. Solar eclipses are new moons with a kick: They start a new cycle, and they’re willing to propel this change by any means necessary. Remember, cosmic warriors, eclipses simply speed up the inevitable. Anything lost during this lunation was never meant to last.

On Monday, August 6, Venus glides into Libra. For this romantic planet, this particular motion is a cosmic homecoming. Libra is governed by Venus, so these energies blend seamlessly. Partnership and diplomacy define this transit, so don’t be surprised if unexpected bonds begin to form under this peaceful sky.

Between three eclipses and multiple retrogrades, this summer was quite a doozy. By late August, however, the cosmos begin to calm: Mercury goes direct on Sunday, August 19 and Mars (the planet of action) finally concludes its backward spin on Monday, August 27. After tons of miscommunication, technology meltdowns, professional blunders, and interpersonal blowouts (Mars has quite the temper), we’re finally back in business. What a relief.

A new cosmic season begins on Thursday, August 23, when the sun cruises out of theatrical Leo and into practical Virgo. The most analytical sign of the zodiac, Virgo helps us categorize, organize, and develop systems to put everything in its proper place. In fact, it could be said that Virgo energy truly epitomizes back-to-school shopping. Major things have happened over the past several weeks, so now, we must rely on this sign to help us incorporate these shifts into our daily life.

But just as all divination practices are based on the axiom “as above, so below,” the full moon in Pisces on Sunday, August 26 reminds us that our psyche is also a storage device. Under this electric sky, find the balance between your outward expression and inward reflection. Remember, cosmic warriors, when it comes to the universe, there are no shortcuts: What exists in one realm will always be mirrored in the other, so make sure you’re always leading with love.

Aries

On Monday, August 6, Venus (the planet of love, beauty, and money) shifts into Libra. Libra is your opposite sign, and activates the area of your chart associated with long-term, serious partnerships: While Aries symbolizes “me,” Libra represents “we.” You’ll be beaming this month, so this is a great time to kick-off or fortify new relationships with lovers, friends, or professional partners.

Taurus

Virgo season kicks off on Thursday, August 23, highlighting the area of your chart linked to arts, creativity, and play. With the sun now coasting through this like-minded earth sign, you’ll be ready to share your talents with the world. For the next several weeks, all eyes will be on you, so don’t be surprised if you begin attracting lots of attention.

Gemini

If you’ve recently gotten too comfortable gossiping and discussing the matters of others, the Saturday, August 11 solar eclipse in Leo may rock your world. Sure, you’re a social butterfly, Gemini, but it’s important to flutter outside of your comfort zone.

Cancer

The fast-moving planet of communication has been retrograde in Leo since late July, leading to some seriously frustrating financial fallacies. But fear not, love. After three weeks in retrograde, Mercury resumes a forward flow on Sunday, August 19, which will help you regain your footing.

Leo

On Saturday, August 11, a solar eclipse in your sign electrifies the sky. With the moon and sun in the same position, your emotions will be front and center, so give yourself plenty of space to process what you're feeling. Things have been changing rapidly, Leo darling, and while shifts aren’t easy, these critical pivots ensure that you’re on the right path to your personal truth.

Virgo

You’re governed by Mercury (the planet of expression), so you deeply value communication. Accordingly, when Mercury isn’t functioning properly, you feel all sorts of uncomfortable. Fortunately, Mercury goes direct on Sunday, August 19, and after nearly four weeks of obnoxious malfunctions, you’re back in the game.

Libra

Venus enters your sign on Monday, August 6, and since you’re governed by Venus, these combined energies feel fabulous. Over the next few weeks, fortify your exquisite tastes with trips to art galleries, wine tasting excursions, or a few indulgent shopping sprees. Remember, Libra, love doesn’t always require partnership. Sometimes, simply satisfying your personal proclivities is the more rewarding romance.

Scorpio

As a water sign, your superpowers are defined by your incredible intuition. On Monday, August 6, Venus (the planet of beauty and love) moves into Libra, activating your mysterious Twelfth House. You’ll be drawn to extremely powerful energetic connections, and any relationship formed during this time will be undoubtedly karmic.

Sagittarius

A new cosmic season begins on Thursday, August 23, when the sun moves into Virgo, illuminating the area of your chart associated with your long-term legacy. To put it bluntly, this month is major for your career. With our solar system’s brightest star shining directly on the top of your chart — an area known by astrologer as the Tenth House — you are ready to be seen.

Capricorn

Although Mars began moonwalking in Aquarius, it’s shuffled so far back over the past two months that it’s actually re-entered your sign. That’s right, love, Mars is back in Capricorn, so if you’ve been feeling some major slowdowns, this cosmic inversion is definitely to blame. Fortunately, Mars will be back in business on Monday, August 27 — just in time for a new celestial cycle.

Aquarius

Eclipses are linked to destiny, so changes over the past two years have helped illuminate your karmic path. The solar eclipse on Saturday, August 11 is time to crystallize everything you’ve learned over the past two years, Aquarius babe. It may sound a bit corny, but mid-month, prepare to be the change that you want to see in the world.

Pisces

The only full moon in your sign of this year electrifies the sky on Sunday, August 26. This is a huge day for you, which is bound to expose critical information about your existing interpersonal dynamics. Whether you’re seeking commitment or closure, August will surely go out with a bang.

Read what your sign's 2018 horoscope predictions mean for you right here, or check out your sign's personality profile here.

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