Weekly Horoscope: August 8 - August 14

Change is always hard — even when it’s necessary. We’re all creatures of habit in this weekly horoscope, meaning we’re not particularly eager to transform our lives unless we have to. Although it may be challenging, it’s imperative to move towards personal growth this week. If you don’t, then you’ll feel it. You’ll start lagging behind, and we don’t want that.

Leo

July 23 - August 22

It’s time to update your lewk, Leo. This means refreshing your closet and getting rid of all of the items you don’t like anymore. Maybe it’s time to buy a new pair of shoes, change your hair, or purchase cool new makeup for the upcoming fall season. You’ll feel a lot better about yourself if you take the initiative to redo, revive, and transform your closet — anything you’re not really feeling anymore should go to Goodwill, or you can host a chill yard sale and donate the money to a local charity.

Virgo

August 23 - September 22

Take a step out of the limelight this week and focus on yourself. Plan a trip to the beach and meditate by the ocean. Clearing your head is the best medicine you can give yourself at the moment. After all, you’ve been anxious for the past several weeks. Some R&R will do you a world of good. Allow yourself a few moments to breathe... and exhale the stress from your life. Then take as long as you want to chill.

Libra

September 23 - October 22

Woah. Your squad is becoming a little too overbearing for your liking. These days, they demand to be in the know about every detail of your life. You’re not having it. This ends with you setting firm boundaries to ensure they don’t overstep again. It’s your job to defend and protect your personal life. Even if it’s tea worthy, your skeletons shouldn’t be publicly exposed by your so-called friends.

Scorpio

October 23 - November 21

The drama’s running high right now, but in your world, when is it not? This week you’re consumed with romantic struggles. The need to be right in an argument with your partner is causing tons of tension between you two. Although you feel like your friends should be open and willing to hear about the issue, they’re letting you down. They’re tired of endlessly discussing the situation. But the solution is simple: let go of anyone who is creating stress in your life. You don’t need the toxicity — it’s only wasted energy.

Sagittarius

November 22 - December 21

School is almost back in session, which means that the fun days of summer are nearing an end. Before you kiss the warm sun goodbye, it’s time for you to have one last celebration. This means that you’ll have to organize a party with your friends to hang out one last time before you all go back to school. Do not plan a traditional celebration. Sit everyone down on the beach in a circle and share your hopes for the future. You can make a time capsule to see if you’re right about life on Earth in 20 years.

Capricorn

December 22 - January 19

It’s never too late to make necessary changes. Consider this when dealing with issues that are brewing in your relationships this week. Just because you started out on a path towards commitment doesn’t mean that you have to stay on the course. Feelings and circumstances change. You are allowed to pick and choose what you want — it’s your life. Do not allow yourself to feel out of control when it comes to transforming your world. Understand that you’re the one who knows best. Then, you can swiftly augment situations and things you want.

Aquarius

January 20 - February 18

Love has become a little bit too complacent. You are in the mood to spice things up and to have an exciting night out with your boo. The caveat is that they may feel as though everything between you two is going exceptionally well. Instead of ignoring the issues and not speaking directly to your partner about them, have an open conversation. You may be surprised by how your significant other wants to work on making you feel like the most amazing person in the world (which you totally are).

Pisces

February 19 - March 20

Life is moving fast — too fast for your tender heart to catch up. Although it may seem as though everything is happening at lightning speed in your life, it’s important to note that the earth isn’t cracking underneath your feet. You have to stand strong in the decisions that you’re making. The moment you change directions or let go of a vision you’ve been carrying around internally for a while, the easier it’ll be to transform and move towards the new dream. You’re growing and changing everyday. Therefore, it’s only rational that your hopes and goals would as well.

Aries

March 21 - April 19

Romance is in the air this week, which is why you’ll finally have the confidence to DM a crush that you’ve been dreaming of contacting. Don’t slide cavalierly into their DMs with a message that isn’t concise and flirty. Ask a pal to look it over before you hit the “send” button to make sure that the tone and content is on brand with your intentions. This will help you in accomplishing your goals. Also, it’s not good to give them mixed messages. That’s not your style and your love language. That’s what friends are for.

Taurus

April 20 - May 20

For the first time, you’re taking charge of the decor in your bedroom. TBH, it’s about time because you have a few opinions on the matter that you’ve been waiting and wanting to implement into your space for many years. Before you begin, it’s best to work with a color palate to ensure that you stay on the vibe and trend that you want. Even adding a new color of paint on your walls or being able to decorate your dorm room in your style will allow you to express yourself in creative and artistic ways that’ll evolve your spirit.

Gemini

May 21 - June 20

You’ve given a lot to ensure that your current situationship works. Now, you’re seeing that there is nothing more for you to do. No matter how much you love, you’re not receiving TLC from your S.O. As the famous saying goes, “It’s better to have loved and lost than to have never loved at all.” There are no mistakes in life, just lessons. The most important thing is that you have learned to give your heart to those who are worthy of your affection and attention, not to someone who can’t be present or be a supportive partner to you.

Cancer

June 21 - July 22

PSA: The following may seem harsh, but it’s the wake up call that you need at the moment. Stop letting people dictate your actions. You haven’t been in control of things for a while (now it’s making you feel stifled) and many aspects of your life aren’t panning out the way you want them to right now. Recognize your own worth and don’t let people walk all over you. The minute you stand up for yourself, the more powerful you’ll feel. Not only that, but you can implement boundaries and create the life that you want — on your terms.

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Originally Appeared on Teen Vogue