[Fate & Free Will ] Astrology for the Week of August 12 - 18

This is an intense week with plenty of opportunities for growth. 

Monday 08/12

• ☽ at 17° 57‘ Scorpio △ ♄ at 17° 57‘ Pisces | 6:29 am eastern
• ☽ at 20° 24‘ Scorpio □ ☉ at 20° 24‘ Leo | 11:18 am eastern

Monday is productive and growth oriented. The tension may already be building but in a nice and fairly functional way. 

Tuesday 08/13

• ☽ at 27° 05‘ Scorpio ☍ ♅ at 27° 05‘ Taurus | 12:23 am eastern
• ☽ at 29° 29‘ Scorpio △ ♆ at 29° 29‘ Pisces | 5:00 am eastern
• ☽ V/C | 5:00 - 6:00 am eastern
• ☽ ▻ Sagittarius | 6:00 am eastern
• ☽ at 00° 22‘ Sagittarius ✳ ♆ at 00° 22‘ Aquarius | 6:44 am eastern
•  at 01° 06‘ Sagittarius □ ☿ at 01° 06‘ Virgo | 8:08 am eastern

Tuesday is better for dreaming, inspiration, and a little bit of idealism. 

Just keep in mind  all of that could be challenged by practical concerns and miscommunication. 

Wednesday 08/14

• ☽ at 11° 18‘ Sagittarius □ ♀︎  at 11° 18‘ Virgo | 3:33 am eastern
• ♂︎ ☌ ♃ at 16° 40‘ Gemini | 11:21 am eastern
• ☽ at 16° 41‘ Sagittarius ☍ ♃ at 16° 41‘ Gemini | 1:35 pm eastern
• ☽ at 16° 44‘ Sagittarius ☍ ♂︎ at 16° 44‘ Gemini | 1:40 pm eastern
• ☽ at 17° 47‘ Sagittarius □ ♄  at 17° 47‘ Pisces | 3:38 pm eastern
• ☿ ▻ Leo | 8:15 pm eastern

Wednesday has the big energy that has been building all week as Mars moved closer and closer to Jupiter in Gemini. Keep this in mind as you navigate the first part of the week.

As with any transit, it could go multiple ways. My first thought when I did the monthly overview was ideological warfare.

That has been playing out on the national and international stages and will likely continue to do so this week in an amplified way. 

But it’s also showing up in your personal chart and life and it has some fantastic potential.

This is likely to be a period of intensified ambition and courage, where conflict (both internal and external) can lead to growth and success.

The other thing to pay attention to is that Mercury will be retrograding back into Leo today at 8:15 pm eastern. This will change the focus of the retrograde a bit but the types of shenanigans will stay the same (issues with tech, travel, plans, children).

Thursday 08/15

• ☽ at 22° 52‘ Sagittarius △ ☉ at 22° 52‘ Leo | 12:57 am eastern
• ☽ at 29° 16‘ Sagittarius □ ♆ at 29° 16‘ Pisces 12:50 pm eastern
• ☽ at 29° 27‘ Sagittarius △ ☿  at 29° 27‘ Leo | 12:52 pm eastern
• ☽ V/C | 12:52 pm - 1:51 pm eastern
• ☽ ▻ Capricorn | 1:51 pm eastern

Thursday starts off optimistic and a bit enthusiastic which is great for getting things done. 

However, there is a steadily increasing tension that may feel restrictive, with a sense of frustration building as obstacles or delays slow progress. Energy might be scattered, leading to potential conflicts or a struggle to maintain your focus.

Friday 08/16

• ♂︎ at 17° 42‘ Gemini □ ♄ at 17° 42‘ Pisces  | 1:30 am eastern
• 🌔 Waxing Gibbous | 5:50 am eastern
• ☽ at 14° 21‘ Capricorn △ ♀︎ at 14° 21‘ Virgo | 3:08 pm eastern
• ☽ at 17° 39‘ Capricorn ✳ ♄ at 17° 39‘ Pisces | 8:48 pm eastern

Friday the tension begins to ease up a bit although there will likely be some lingering doubts about how to move forward or challenges that persist. 

Fortunately, the drive to push through obstacles remains, but it will require patience and careful planning to ensure steady progress without unnecessary setbacks.

Saturday 08/17

• ☽ at 27° 09‘ Capricorn △ ♅ at 27° 09‘ Taurus | 12:58 pm eastern
• ☽ at 29° 23‘ Capricorn ✳ ♆ at 29° 23‘ Pisces  | 4:43 pm eastern
• ☽ V/C | 4:43 pm - 5:44 pm eastern
• ☽ ▻ Aquarius | 5:44 pm eastern
• ☽ ☌ ♇ at 00° 17‘ Aquarius | 6:13 pm eastern 

Saturday has the potential for unexpected but beneficial shifts. 

You might find yourself drawn to deep, meaningful conversations or having insights that can lead to significant transformations. 

Sunday 08/18

• ☿ at 27° 10‘ Leo □ ♅ at 27° 10‘ Taurus | 5:46 pm eastern
• ☉ ☌ ☿ at 26° 35‘ Leo  | 9:58 pm eastern
• ☽ at 17° 20‘ Aquarius △ ♃ at 17° 20‘ Gemini | 10:21 pm eastern

Sunday is the buildup to the Full Moon in Aquarius that will happen tomorrow - and it’s going to be a wild couple of days. 

It is likely to feel mentally charged, with unexpected ideas or unexpected communication challenging your usual way of thinking. 

It is a day where speaking your mind or addressing important issues could bring clarity, even if it stirs things up.

Until next time, my wish for you is unexpected breakthroughs that propel you forward. -Robin💋