Week of July 29, 2024
There's a new moon in Leo and Venus enters Virgo.
THIS WEEK AT A GLANCE: Leo season finds us contentedly basking in the sun, but Uranus sneaks in this week to shake things up, too.
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Week of July 29
Venus in Leo trines Chiron in Aries on July 30 — Sweet and sparkly
Venus trine Chiron has a healing atmosphere: old wounds could be addressed, and the mood is compassionate, caring, and supportive. But this trine takes place in fire signs Leo and Aries, so I think there will be a bit of an edge—a fun edge! Venus trine Chiron has a mushiness, a sappiness about it, but these fire signs add some oomph. A little extra glamour or pizazz could accompany the sweet interactions that take place!
You might rekindle a friendship — on a fancy yacht. You could make up with a lover — at the Eiffel Tower at midnight. You could address an old wound and find yourself feeling relieved from the emotional baggage — while sparkling in glittering jewels. You get the idea!
It’s not that these fancy things are consolation for any hard times you’ve gone through—not at all. It’s just how fire signs roll. The glitz and glamour are just a fire sign side-dish to the healing, the love, and the creativity that could be taking place.
The sun in Leo trines the North Node in Aries on August 1 — Fire sign flow
More passion and glamour! Our artistic talents could really shine now. Fated feeling occurrences could take place; things might feel like they “click” together easily. The sun in Leo urges us to connect to our heart’s desire, and its harmonious alignment with the North Node could put us on the right path to attaining our desires. Again, this trine takes place in fire signs, so confidence and courage are high!
Venus in Leo squares off with Uranus in Taurus on August 2 — Chaos or breakthroughs
Something stuck could become unstuck at this time, and this alignment could bring us just the shake-ups we need. But, people might also feel impatient or impulsive, and relationships that stand on rocky ground could be tested greatly. Jealous, possessive types could have an especially hard time now. People open to experimentation might have an easier go of it. Either way, a decision about something that’s very meaningful to you — something which, maybe, you didn’t realize you would need to be flexible about— could be made.
Mars in Gemini sextiles the North Node in Aries on August 2 — Exciting invitations
This alignment inspires a proactive, energizing atmosphere, fantastic for taking decisive action. We might find ourselves at the right time and place to make an exciting move. Mars in Gemini is brawny and brainy — smart, insightful information could come, helping us move forward on a project.
The new moon in Leo takes place on August 4 — Brilliant new beginnings
Every month, a new moon arrives, bringing with it a fresh start! This month’s new moon in fire sign Leo signals passion, creativity, and a newfound connection to our hearts. We might start new creative projects, and it’s a glorious moment to fall in love or rekindle a flame. A renewed sense of courage and determination is in the air. Someone could make a grand gesture!
Venus enters Virgo on August 4 — Love is in the details
Caring about someone means noticing the details—a special treat in a child’s lunchbox, a note tucked into a lover’s book, or knowing which drink your friend likes to order. These small, everyday things show people we’re thinking about them, that we know their preferences, and that they’re on our minds. Venus in Virgo highlights this kind of love and care and could find us giving or receiving these small but big tokens of affection.
Venus in Virgo is caring, minds the details, and loves to be helpful. It could add a grounding quality to Leo season. Amidst the glitz and glamour could be people who really notice us on a deeper level.
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