August 2 - 8: SET A COURSE

August begins with several important planetary shifts that signal a change in direction. Venus moved to Virgo on July 31, feeling the slippery pressure of retrograde Saturn’s aspect. Mars leaves steady Taurus for the quick-moving environment of Gemini on Sunday, Mercury returns to Cancer on Wednesday after completing his retrograde work in Gemini, and Rahu and Ketu resume retrograde motion, reminding us that life’s path is rarely a straight line. The Moon completes its journey through Pisces early in the week, crossing the final gandanta point before emerging into Aries, suggesting that lingering endings are giving way to fresh beginnings.

Rather than rushing ahead, this week asks us to transition with intention. The first half favors wrapping up loose ends, clearing space, and preparing the ground before momentum builds. By midweek the atmosphere becomes noticeably lighter, encouraging new initiatives, creative work, conversations, and exploration. Mars in Gemini brings curiosity and movement, while Mercury’s return to Cancer reconnects thought with intuition. As the week closes, the Moon joins Mars in Gemini, inviting us to learn, wander, connect, and follow the ideas that spark genuine excitement.

Daily Keywords:

Sunday Aug 2: DEEP CLEAN

Monday Aug 3: WRAP IT UP

Tuesday Aug 4: HOIST THE SAILS

Wednesday Aug 5: INITIATE SEQUENCE

Thursday Aug 6: LET IT RISE

Friday Aug 7: CREATE & COMPLETE

Saturday Aug 8: WANDER IN

Hello! I’m Kerry Shamblin and I practice jyotisha, also known as Vedic astrology. I have been offering a monthly forecast since 1999 where I track how the planets are moving through the sky and how they may be affecting our life on Earth. I also work directly with others through counseling, teaching, and mentoring. 

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