August 4, 2024 at 4:13 am PT is a new Moon in Leo. Fire sign Leo rules the 5th house of creativity, self-expression, and children. The new Moon, Sun, and Venus are all in Leo for motivation to gain momentum on your work and home projects.
This new Moon begins the lunar month of the Monkey. Leo imagination and love of life join with Monkey brilliance and ingenuity. Just keep in mind that Mercury retrograde begins on Aug 4 – 28 to slow down, reassess, and rethink your plans.
Mars conjuncts Jupiter in Gemini to dream and think big. This planetary aspect is fortunate to propel your activities forward. The new Moon and Sun are in a favorable sextile to Mars and Jupiter bringing optimism and idealism.
There will be opportunities to do good work this lunar month. And you’ll have the confidence to do it. Should work become too personal, step back for a moment. Contact me for your tarot or astrology reading for direction.
Mercury conjuncts Venus making it easier to express love and affection. In this Leo month, it’s good to get out and socialize. Fine to avoid serious or heavy topics and to focus on light, love, and romance. If there’s miscommunication, remember that Mercury is retrograde so allow yourself and others more time.
On July 9, I was interviewed on California Live NBC for the upcoming Mercury retrograde. Watch it here.
Monkey month luck is for everyone, especially Fire signs Leo, Sagittarius, and Aries and those born in Rat, Dragon, Snake, and Monkey years. And happy Lammas on August 2 that marks the solar point between Summer Solstice and Autumn Equinox.
Happy new Moon,
Susan
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