General overview of the day of August 18, 2024
Mental energy may get a little too much today. When communication planet Mercury, still retrograde, crosses wires with volatile Uranus, things that should be simple may not be. The fiery Sun joins Mercury at 9:58 p.m. EDT, adding a sense of urgency. Despite the frustrations, we may come up with some really clever ideas. The thoughtful Aquarius Moon harmonizes with confident Jupiter, encouraging us to maintain a positive attitude. Sometimes, creativity comes with its share of chaos!
Ram
March 21 – April 19
It might be hard to resist the urge to spend big on a good time today. As the vital Sun meets verbal Mercury in your 5th House of Pleasure, you’re equipped to identify and express your desires—no vague feelings of unease troubling you! When it comes to deciding what to do with those urges, your inhibitions are likely lower than usual. This may disrupt some of your financial plans, but perhaps a little sensible upheaval will be worth it in the end.
Bull
April 20 – May 20
It might be hard to figure out what really works for you. Your family or loved ones might expect you to join them in their elaborate plans for the day. However, as swirling Mercury in your home zone overwhelms independent Uranus in your sign, you may feel a resistance building within you. If you feel uncomfortable, step back for a minute and delve deeper into that feeling. You probably don’t need to abandon the whole program—look for reasonable adjustments.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
It might be hard for you to keep a light conversation going right now. You’ll probably have an easier time striking up conversations with the people around you—they might even come to you first! As chatty Mercury in your 3rd House of Communication stirs up eccentric Uranus in your 12th House of Privacy, you’ll potentially be able to let out some of the weirder thoughts you’ve been mulling over lately. There’s no guarantee your audience will agree with your point of view, but at least no one will be bored!
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Getting to the bottom of a recent or ongoing financial matter will require concentration. You can understand a complicated problem if you analyze it piece by piece. While it may be tempting to seek advice from others, it can put you at risk of finding yourself in a very difficult situation. Someone who doesn’t fully understand what you’re trying to do may still be very confident in their predictions and recommendations. As long as you can clearly hear your own thoughts, you’re probably golden.
Lion
July 23 – August 22
It might be worth thinking about how you’re going to present yourself to the world. Maybe you’re ready for a big change. In that case, as the dynamic Sun and detail-oriented Mercury conjoin in your 1st House of Identity, you’ll need to identify all the elements needed for a successful change. It may not be as simple as creating a new social media account, for example: you may also need to update your business cards and other materials. It’s a hassle, but it’s probably worth it!
Virgin
August 23 – September 22
Learning new information could be stressing you out more than you realize right now. You might be genuinely interested in studying a subject that’s very different from anything you’ve ever studied. Still, as the vibrant Sun joins frenetic Mercury in your anxious 12th house, it could take a lot of effort to figure out how these new discoveries fit with your previous knowledge. Some answers won’t come quickly, but there’s no shame in taking a break if you need one.
Balance
September 23 – October 22
Having an active social life can be exciting for you now. But once an exciting group activity begins, it will be increasingly difficult to know where to draw the line. It can be tempting to free yourself from the burden of a personal secret you’ve been keeping to yourself. It can also seem like a good way to quickly bond with new friends. However, you can’t necessarily control what happens next if you take this route. Do your best to give things time to unfold naturally.
Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
It may be possible to see your goals more clearly now. That said, this knowledge may come from a disappointing experience. As Mercury’s calculation in your ambitious 10th house clashes with unpredictable Uranus in your relationship zone, a collaborator you’ve been counting on may let you down. While this is potentially inconvenient in the short term, you may have already felt like you were drifting apart. Learn from what went wrong and use it to determine what you’d rather have in the future.
Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
You may be interested in improving your health right now. As the illuminating Sun joins forces with curious Mercury in your research sector, learning from the experiences of others makes a lot of sense. Some may have more education and training than you, and that’s certainly worth considering. Still, no one is infallible. If what you’re told doesn’t match your experience of life in your body, you don’t have to submit to it. You know a few things, too!
Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
A relationship may be too close for comfort right now. As the intense Sun meets anxious Mercury in your 8th House of Intimacy, you and your partner may spend a lot of time talking about your problems, but not getting very far. The real problem may be unrealistic assumptions: You may be expecting the other to meet certain needs that individuals can only truly meet on their own. Take some time to do your own thing before deciding where you stand.
Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
Getting reassurance from a loved one may seem like an urgent priority. Unfortunately, the way you doggedly pursue the issue could push them further away. You can’t really control what other people do. Even if you could, it wouldn’t automatically calm you down! As nervous Mercury in your partnership zone aggravates chaotic Uranus in your security sector, you’re potentially focusing on the other person because it seems easier than dealing with your internal issues. For now, look within.
Pisces
February 19 – March 20
An especially effective approach to errands is on the table. As the energetic Sun conjuncts Mercury in your 6th House of Responsibilities, you likely have a clear vision of what needs to be done in your sphere. Some tasks may involve leaving your home and making short trips around your city. Planning the best route can be very satisfying! Still, try to maintain a flexible attitude if you encounter an unexpected detour. Pleasant surprises could be waiting around every corner.
