This week’s planetary snakes and ladders have outer planets Uranus and Pluto turning retrograde in earth signs for a snaky slide, while Venus rises into peace-loving Libra and Mercury climbs back on track. Here’s your weekly horoscope August 26 – September 1, 2024.
Virgo, Aug 23 – Sep 22
August’s final week sees Mercury in gear again and the birthday sun shining on your precise, practical, earth-oriented sign. And if it feels like folks are flirting with you, that’s how this week’s cosmic coquette Venus operates, so why not just relax and enjoy the general ambience of disarming charm.
Libra, Sep 23 – Oct 22
Beautiful news! This week Venus saunters into Libra for a glorious month in her favourite place of style, charm and grace. And the current health-conscious transit suggests snapping up some snazzy athleisurewear, investing in a new exercise routine, revising the winter diet and considering a spring detox.
Scorpio, Oct 23 – Nov 21
Powerhouse planet Pluto revisiting your communication zone until October 11 extends a final opportunity for deep reflection and meaningful conversations which won’t come again in this lifetime. Consider this a call to action to step up and be the change you want to see in the world.
Sagittarius, Nov 22 – Dec 21
As Mercury ends its retrograde in the sign of easily taken offence, dramas start to dissipate, mountains shrink back into molehills, and what felt like tragedies begin to show their entertaining side. Though best keep those fearlessly frank opinions to yourself, as people are still quite thin-skinned.
Capricorn, Dec 22 – Jan 19
Since 2008, Pluto in Capricorn has shaken up governments, corporations and economies. Its backtrack into Capricorn until October 11 is the last time in your life it will be in your sign. Meaning what for you? Questions about sustainability, accountability and an in-depth look at your ways of earning money.
Aquarius, Jan 20 – Feb 18
As unpredictable Uranus reverses for the next five months through the sign of money and your base of operations, it’s advisable to keep a stash of cash on hand for unexpected contingencies. If income slows, this could allow time and space to think about developing an indie venture or business.
Pisces, Feb 18 – Mar 20
The somewhat uneasy alliance between pushy Mars, gullible Neptune and inflationary Jupiter advises enjoying this week’s entertaining stories and the possibility of future adventures by all means, but also staying very aware of the difference between truth and a tall tale before you commit or sign anything.
Aries, Mar 21 – Apr 19
Aries can be hard on themselves, but mistakes are only lessons in disguise, so reframe this week’s learning curves into the valuable experiences they really are. And just so you know, the current astrological climate inclines people to be more responsive to thoughtful gestures than love bombing or ultimatums.
Taurus, Apr 20 – May 20
Uranus, planet of change, reversing in your sign can cause widespread economic unrest. If this means rearranging your personal finances, your prima planet Venus supports processing them graciously by focussing on important Tauran values: beauty, the arts, and growing things like plants, veggies, a business.
Gemini, May 21 – Jun 20
As your mentor planet Mercury, the celestial engine of communication heads forward again this week, situationships ease and misunderstandings clarify. Now it’s time to establish order by organizing and financial strategizing; also starting new habits by writing them down and planning ahead – but keep it simple.
Cancer, Jun 21 – Jul 22
Power struggles that punctuated recent weeks have a better chance of resolving now conciliatory Venus is in her most negotiable transit. But still, don’t assume anything. With this week’s energetic focus on nature and wellness, spend time out of the house, practice random acts of kindness.
Leo, Jul 23 – Aug 22
If Mercury’s turnaround in Leo has you overbooked and juggling a dozen things at once, take what’s useful from feedback, and if you’ve been committed to one plan or point of view, be prepared to look at it from a different angle, with a sense of curiosity and willingness to learn new techniques.
