Weekly Horoscope for August 18: Rebel With a Cause.

This week, our feelings may feel more distant or complicated. Lean into emotional detachment and focus on the intellectual mind over the confused heart may become necessary. On August 19, an Aquarius full moon leaves us craving freedom. Rebellious endings arise. Ditch the status quo. We’re seeking to fly free with less baggage, even if it means embracing temporary turbulence. In full-circle moments, closing chapters and releasing outdated perspectives anchor us. We finally find ourselves in a community with like-minded individuals. 

On the twenty-second, Virgo season officially begins. The desire to organize efficient systems further drives home the theme of analytical reasoning. The collective urge to perfect our craft and approaches leads to exponential growth. However, anxiety, perfectionism, and over-criticism can hinder. There’s a balance between trying our best and never being or having enough.

MANTRA

Rather than worrying, I redirect my antsy energy into proactive action and planning towards my goals.

 ZODIAC SIGN RATINGS

Cancer, Virgo, and Aquarius will have an impactful week.

Cancer must allow life chapters to close out with the Aquarius full moon hitting their intimacy sector.

Virgo is uplifted as the sun enters their sign and begins Virgo season.

Aquarius is coming full circle, understanding their true needs, and making self-affirming decisions thanks to the full moon in their sign.

YOUR WEEKLY HOROSCOPE

ARIES 

This week’s Aquarius full moon highlights your need for community, Aries. Imagine wanting to change the world without knowing the names of your neighbors! Find your sense of belonging by releasing the emotional blockages that hinder your sense of social freedom. Friendships and social circles come full circle. As you come to realize deeply what good company feels like, don’t be afraid to let go of outdated ideas and situations. Wanting better for yourself isn’t rebellion. It’s okay to detach.

TAURUS

Your public image is shifting thanks to this week’s Aquarius full moon. Rather than trying to fit into a box, you’re daring to stand out. Being authentic and pioneering, your professional life blossoms. Opportunities come full circle. A reputation for innovation and reliable first impressions allow you to navigate higher heights. However, you need to detach from the emotional urge to shrink yourself. Dare to take up space in the spotlight. Your experience and work ethic is needed.

GEMINI

It’s time for an impulsive trip away from your usual stomping grounds, Gemini. Whether you literally catch a flight or simply get out of your comfort zone within your local environment doesn’t matter. What does is how free, empowered, and capable you feel. It’s time to detach from limiting beliefs you’ve inherited that have taught you to fit in. A hive mindset will not allow you to make unique progress or moves in your life. Listen to your moral compass, and don’t be afraid to take the leap of faith.

CANCER 

An Aquarius full moon in your transformation sector sweeps up deeper feelings, Cancer. To have the intimacy and closeness you crave in relationships, it’s time to look at what you’ve swept under the rug. Detachment, aloofness, and playing it cool is a coping mechanism. True happiness and safety will come from vulnerability. While this full moon urges you to release, let go of your need for emotional control. It may seem counterintuitive, but will leave you feeling much more empowered.

LEO 

It’s time to let go of your tight grip on others, Leo. You may have specific ideas of how things should go in love, but life has other plans. The Aquarius full moon asks you to surrender and trust the divine plan. A healthy dose of detachment, focusing on your aims, can allow you to find peace in your identity again. People are to be cared for, not controlled. When you lean back and allow interpersonal dynamics to be as they naturally are, you’re likely to find more success.

VIRGO

While you want to show that you’re the best at what you do, allow your actions to speak for themselves. The Aquarius full moon this week highlights your work sector. Professional projects may be stressing you out. However, the more you let go and surrender to divine timing, the more empowered you’ll feel. A full-circle moment of progress reminds you of how far you’ve come. Continue to release outdated ideas of productivity and allow yourself to be proud of yourself, flaws and all.

LIBRA 

The Aquarius full moon is the star of the show this week, Libra. Your romantic sector is sure to become eventful. As you release pent-up emotions, lovers are sure to become sensitive. But you’re just craving to shake things up! Your worst fear is for your love life to become stagnant, boring, dull, or beyond your control. Try to ease up. There’s no need to become reactive. Remaining flexible and compromising will ease any temporary tensions. Use this lunation as an opportunity to cherish the friendship element of any solid crush or relationship.

SCORPIO 

Your personal life is shifting, Scorpio. This week’s Aquarius full moon asks you to be open-minded to unpredictability. Even though it can temporarily disturb your psyche, change can be a very promising thing. The plot deviates unexpectedly, allowing you to get a glimpse into your blind spots. There’s no need to panic. Friends or family will be there to support you. As your sensitivities are revealed, lean on your loved ones. They’re there for a reason, desiring to support you not only when you’re on top of the world, but also when you feel you want to hide from it all. Trust life without needing to predict it.

SAGITTARIUS 

Conversations unexpectedly shift in tone, Sagittarius. Content is shared that wasn’t originally on the agenda. This week’s Aquarius full moon activates your communication sector. Your mindset is oriented towards your social life, urging you to get out with your community. Take this opportunity to share your true thoughts, opinions, and sentiments. We often don’t get the opportunity to do so in life. While socializing can be fun, plans, people, and feelings can change like night and day. Remain grounded, even if those around you become suddenly difficult to understand.

CAPRICORN

Unexpected shifts are coming to your resources, Capricorn. The Aquarius full moon brings your practical habits full circle. Work opportunities open up. However, if you’ve been neglecting your responsibilities, there’s a good chance the universe will require you to change your ways this week. Unexpected change is to be expected, whether positively or immediately, to help you out in the long run.

AQUARIUS

This week’s full moon is in your sign, Aquarius. A cathartic emotional release allows you to see the world through a clear lens. Your discernment is sharp, allowing your visionary aims and goals to land. Wit, intellect, and detachment assist you in wise choice-making. However, remain humble. It’ll push others away to dismiss their emotions and subjective experience. You may see something they don’t quite yet. While you may not relate, try to hold space for multiple perspectives to co-exist.  

PISCES

It’s time to look at what you’ve tried to avoid, Pisces. The good news is that the Aquarius full moon rips the bandaid off rather than prolonging discomfort. Your spiritual sector is awakened. Your intuition is alive and alert, communicating with you from a higher perspective. Listen to your inner voice. While it’ll be tempting to turn the other cheek, confronting your challenges head-on is the emotional release you require. Believe it or not, you’re in control of your destiny. Squash self-sabotaging patterns by saying goodbye to denying yourself.