August 4–10 Horoscope: You Want to Be Nice, But Your Face Already Said It
This week kicks off a roughly ten day stretch of astrology that’s less “chill summer montage” and more “season finale argument in the rain.” Nothing’s outright catastrophic, but the vibes are twitchy, contradictory, and not quite ready to be perceived. We’re in a slow emotional buildup to one of the most positive transits that will take place all year—Jupiter and Venus linking up on Monday the 11th—so until then, consider everything a little off, including your own patience.
First up: Mars enters Libra on Monday, August 4. This sounds harmless, until you remember that Mars rules action, aggression, and feral instincts, while Libra prefers soft lighting and indirect eye contact. It’s like trying to win a street fight with a handwritten apology note or a dazzling grin.
Assignment: Master the elegant shutdown. “I’d love to, but no” is both a full sentence and a free facial peel for your aura.
Then on Thursday, August 9, the Full Moon in Aquarius arrives to emotionally unhinge the most emotionally avoidant sign. Aquarius feels most comfortable when emotions are philosophical, not personal—feelings to consider, not confess.. But this lunation is wired weirdly. Mercury is retrograde in Leo (read: soliloquies no one asked for), and the moon’s hanging out near Pluto retrograde. You may suddenly feel the urge to say something life-changing... without quite knowing how to say it. Or worse: you might say it perfectly, then instantly regret it.
This full moon completes a Grand Air Trine with Pluto in Aquarius, Mars in Libra, and Uranus in Gemini. Think: late-night brainwave, epiphany on a highway, or the kind of decision you realize you’ve already made and just need to catch up to. It’s brilliant! It’s bold! It’s probably happening whether or not you RSVP.
But that's not all: Mars is also beefing with Saturn and Neptune, both retrograde in Aries. These two together are like a burnt out life coach and a sleep-deprived dream interpreter. One wants you to build a business plan. The other wants you to nap through your transformation. They’re sending mixed signals. You might feel exhausted, aimless, or like your to-do list is gaslighting you. If something’s not clicking, don’t force it. If your plan starts unraveling, let it reset with dignity.
The real win this week? Saying what you actually mean and not merely what keeps the peace.
Curious exactly what it all means for you? Check your sun, moon and rising signs, and take what resonates! (Don’t know your moon or rising sign? Celeste can help.)
Aries
This week feels like being the lead singer and the bouncer of your own life. The full moon in Aquarius highlights your friendships and networks, but Mars (your ruler) is catching shade from Saturn and Neptune in your sign. Translation: your confidence is hot, but your stamina might flicker. Don’t waste your best ideas on people who treat you like background vocals. Save your voice for the solo.
Taurus
The full moon shines on your career and reputation, giving you a shot of main character energy. You’re suddenly aware of how visible you are, and how much visibility costs. The Grand Air Trine helps you reframe what’s possible, but Mars is in your zone of shared resources, clashing with Saturn and Neptune in your 12th house of psychic baggage. If old guilt or confusion tries to drag you back, politely decline the invitation. Keep your eyes on the next stage, not the last one.
Gemini
You’re in your philosopher era. The full moon lights up your 9th house of belief and expansion, while Uranus in your sign is buzzing with liberation energy. This is your week for a plot twist: a change of heart, a new direction, a fresh obsession. Mars, though, is in your 5th house of fun and pleasure, trying to dodge Saturn and Neptune’s cosmic guilt trip. Expect revelations to come when you’re actually enjoying yourself.
Cancer
The full moon in your 8th house is exposing power dynamics: in relationships, in finances, maybe even in your own habits. The Grand Air Trine helps you see the whole chessboard at once—but Mars is in your 4th house of home, staring down Saturn and Neptune in your 10th house of public image. The tension? Between who you are and how you aspire to be seen. You don’t have to have the entire plan yet. Just admit what you’re done tolerating. That’s the first move.
Leo
This full moon is your relationship reality check. Partnerships—romantic, business, or frenemies-with-benefits—are lit up in neon. With Mercury retrograde in your sign, your words may land weird, but the Grand Air Trine gives you clarity about what you actually want (and don’t want). Mars in your communication zone is opposing Saturn and Neptune in your personal philosophy sector, so every sentence feels loaded. Speak carefully—but don’t stay silent. The risk of saying nothing is bigger than the risk of saying it wrong.
Virgo
Your daily life is under a microscope. The full moon in your 6th house illuminates your habits, health, and work routines. The Grand Air Trine helps you pivot toward something more sustainable, but Mars in your money zone is opposing Saturn and Neptune in your relationship sector. Someone else’s mess could cost you time, energy, or cash. Don’t let other people’s vagueness become your unpaid labor. Draw the line, then sharpen it.
Libra
Spotlight’s on you, darling. The full moon lights up your 5th house of creativity and joy, while Mars struts into your sign, asking you to take action (or take the stage). The Grand Air Trine connects identity, pleasure, and invention in a delicious loop. But Mars is also staring down Saturn and Neptune in your 7th house, so your closest relationships are feeling anything but smooth. If you want the joy, you’ll have to carve out time and energy for it; no one’s handing you the ticket.
Scorpio
This week your private life is glowing like a neon sign only you can see. The full moon in your 4th house highlights home, family, and your emotional roots. The Grand Air Trine links intimacy, security, and your subconscious in a way that feels both revelatory and relieving. But Mars in your 12th is stuck arguing with Saturn and Neptune in your 6th: foggy pleasures, messy flings, creative chaos. Give yourself permission to withdraw and regroup. The party will still be there when you’re ready.
Sagittarius
This full moon is a communication climax: in your 3rd house, it demands you say the thing (or hear it). The Grand Air Trine energizes your voice, your partnerships, and your bigger vision—breakthroughs are everywhere. But Mars in your 11th is locked in an awkward dance with Saturn and Neptune in your 5th, so group dynamics might clash with your romantic life. Don’t let guilt or pressure silence you. Speak anyway. Then go outside and breathe.
Capricorn
Money, work, and self-worth are your keywords. The full moon in your 2nd house illuminates your relationship to resources, and the Grand Air Trine offers ingenious ways to shift them. But Mars in your 10th is opposing Saturn and Neptune in your 4th, so trouble at home could trip you up professionally. If someone’s wasting your time with half-truths, cut the call short. This is about you and your value, not their spin.
Aquarius
The full moon in your sign is your cosmic rebrand. This is a culmination in your identity, your relationships, and how you show up in the world. With Pluto in your 1st, Mars in your 9th, and Uranus in your 5th all trining, you’re seeing yourself with dazzling clarity. But Mars is also facing Saturn–Neptune in your 3rd: an offhand comment could make you question your glow-up. Don’t dwell on it.
Pisces
This full moon lights up your 12th house of secrets, endings, and subconscious truths. Something hidden is ready to be named, and perhaps released. The Grand Air Trine connects your deepest private spaces: psyche, home, intimacy. But Mars in your 8th is opposing Saturn and Neptune in your 2nd house of earnings and self sufficiency, so you may feel both powerful and vulnerable at once. The practical move? Stop pretending you don’t know what you know. Trust the insight, then act like someone who deserves peace. Because you do.
