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General Daily Insight for August 07, 2024

Finding agreement on today’s facts may be difficult. As the anxious Virgo Moon gets pulled in conflicting directions by confident Jupiter and paranoid Saturn, there could be pieces of valid information on both sides of the big questions that trouble us. The vital Sun reassures Jupiter, reminding us, in turn, that the situation might not be as dire as it appears overall. Moments of beauty will be more noticeable once creative Mercury conjoins aesthetic Venus at 11:12 pm EDT. Let’s not miss them!

Aries

March 21 – April 19

You may be fussy about getting things done in the most attractive way possible at present. As clever Mercury unites with artistic Venus in your detail-oriented 6th house, you might have some legitimate ability to make this happen. Still, holding yourself to sky-high standards has the potential to go too far. You won’t necessarily enjoy hearing this message from someone else, but try to listen anyway — if you loosen your rigid vision, you’ll probably discover that you’re already pretty close to a good outcome.

Taurus

April 20 – May 20

Feeling judged by your peers may impact your day. While brilliant Mercury conjoins sensual Venus in your 5th House of Pleasure, you might as well seize the opportunity to enjoy yourself. To critics, it may look like you’re having a little too much fun. Maybe they’re jealous of your perceived financial well-being! You’re not obligated to make yourself just as miserable as they are, but consider airing your experiences to a more carefully selected audience if you don’t want to deal with haters.

Gemini

May 21 – June 20

Taking a big leap forward could be a risky prospect now. You probably know change is needed. As the delicate Moon in your sensitive 4th house confronts expansive Jupiter in your sign, you may wonder if it’s possible to protect your feelings while you do this. Unfortunately, any step into the public eye will open you up to a certain amount of scrutiny and judgment. You can’t entirely have it both ways, but consider that there are potentially options between “all in” and “all out.”

Cancer

June 21 – July 22

Hearing yourself think could be a challenge today. During verbal Mercury’s meeting with friendly Venus in your 3rd House of Communication, you might actually enjoy the atmosphere of chatter that surrounds you. However, crowdsourcing a decision you’re trying to make has the potential to lead you further and further away from your internal wisdom. Others’ opinions, no matter how well-intentioned, may be missing critical pieces of the situation. Lean on your values — the answers you seek are probably within you already.

Leo

July 23 – August 22

You might receive mixed messages about your recent finances. Perhaps you’re personally proud of a recent achievement, even as another part of you thinks it doesn’t seem like much when you weigh it against the objective standards of some outside institution. As the impressionable Moon in your money zone grapples with rigid Saturn in your 8th House of Shared Resources, this entity could draw a hard line that excludes you. Those aren’t the only standards in the world, though — consider finding your people elsewhere.

Virgo

August 23 – September 22

A close companion might not vibe with your chatty and bubbly mood today. That doesn’t mean you need to tone it down, though. You could just need a bigger outlet than this person is equipped to give you! As the passionate Moon in your sign goads theatrical Jupiter in your public 10th house, you may enjoy sharing your perspective with a larger audience than usual. In a wider pool, you have a better chance to find others who crave what you have to offer.

Libra

September 23 – October 22

You’re potentially totally fascinated with your internal world at the moment. No one else can dream, fantasize, or journal for you, and you’re ready to do these things especially enthusiastically right now. Conversely, while the perceptive Moon in your 12th House of the Subconscious challenges stuffy Saturn in your responsible 6th house, you may worry that such activities aren’t a sufficiently productive use of your time. As long as you’re learning something, though, you deserve to count it as a valid achievement!

Scorpio

October 23 – November 21

Changing the boundaries of a present friendship might be an option. While the nurturing Moon in your social 11th house engages with grandiose Jupiter in your 8th House of Intimacy, an intense situation in your personal life is likely close to your awareness. If you admit to a pal what’s going on, they’ll probably be happy to assist. Remember that letting them in deeper than usual may give you less control over how they see you. Weigh the potential risks and benefits carefully.

Sagittarius

November 22 – December 21

Getting the kind of attention you want could be a trial at present. When articulate Mercury unites with appealing Venus in your visible 10th house, you might get more love than usual from the larger world. In the personal sphere, contrastingly, you may feel neglected enough that it overshadows other positive vibes. Even if you crave rigid roles in your relationships because they let you know where you stand, this approach also has its limits. Look at your contributions to any disappointing dynamics.

Capricorn

December 22 – January 19

Learning about a new subject could command your interest. Still, when the nervous Moon in your study sector opposes demanding Saturn in your communication zone, you may feel inadequate because you can’t quite explain this exciting topic to the people around you. That ability probably just needs time to develop. For the moment, you might find it easier to put your developing knowledge into practice in a physical way. As you work out the bugs, you’ll gain experience in describing the process.

Aquarius

January 20 – February 18

Others may currently be asking you to share your money or possessions. As the needy Moon in your 8th House of Shared Resources clashes with restrictive Saturn in your personal finance zone, your instinctive response might be to tell them no. Is that the only way you feel like you can assert yourself with these people? Make an effort to imagine how the equation would change if you had more power in other ways — they could be open to that option.

Pisces

February 19 – March 20

Someone you’re involved with could want you to endorse an unrealistically optimistic plan. It’s no fun to be the mean old wet blanket who ruins everything, but you may feel inexorably pushed into that role. Is there any component of their idea that you can support? Offering to advise in a limited way might soften the blow. Don’t lead them on beyond what you truly feel comfortable with, though — experiencing their disappointment now would be better than creating a bigger problem later.