Stargazer’s Guide to This Week’s Cosmic Ups and Downs

This week, Mercury retrograde brings its signature challenges to communication, timing, and patience. However, the Moon’s entry into Aquarius offers a rare opportunity for balance between motivation, innovation, and emotional steadiness.

The trine between the Moon and Neptune creates an imaginative but factually murky atmosphere, while the easy connections to Mars, Uranus, and Saturn can help you stay grounded despite feeling restless. The key is recognizing where structure supports freedom rather than fighting it.

As your sign approaches, here’s what the stars have in store for you:

Aries (March 21 – April 19): A trine between the Moon and Mars offers a clear path to whatever you’ve been thinking about. Balance instinct with caution to avoid bulldozing through without signs.
Taurus (April 20 – May 20): Venus’ square with Makemake highlights the importance of growth outside your comfort zone, encouraging you to pause before resisting any disruptions that might be necessary for progress.
Gemini (May 21 – June 20): Mercury retrograde in Leo can make it difficult to think clearly, so try not to over-explain and let silence do its talking instead.
Cancer (June 21 – July 22): The Moon’s harmony with Mars, Uranus, and Saturn nudges you gently out of your shell, making it easier to experiment with new approaches without feeling overwhelmed.
Leo (July 23 – August 22): With the Sun’s trine to Ceres, you’re reminded that genuine care fuels what truly matters – take time for yourself today and prioritize your own needs.
Virgo (August 23 – September 22): Mercury retrograde brings second-guessing, but don’t let it override the need to be real; say the truth, even if it’s messy or uncomfortable.
Libra (September 23 – October 22): The square between Venus and Makemake highlights tension in how you care for yourself versus being cared for – balance friction with speaking up when needed.
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21): Pluto retrograde can make change feel overwhelming, but sometimes your real power lies in choosing not to react at all; let the change unfold naturally.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21): With Jupiter’s square to Ceres, you’re encouraged to pause before chasing distractions and instead listen for signs that something real is happening.
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19): The Moon’s sextile with Saturn helps move through responsibility without feeling burdened, making small wins feel earned; prioritize the pressure’s purpose today.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18): With the Moon in harmony with Uranus, recognition suddenly becomes clear – don’t underestimate your unique ideas or let them fit into a mold.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20): A near trine between Neptune and retrograde Mercury opens a small but specific door; stay open to passing thoughts and half-jokes that might reveal something real.

Source: https://www.vice.com/en/article/daily-horoscope-august-7-2025