As we close out July and step into August, the bold warmth of Leo season wraps around us like a spotlight on our hearts.
The Sun is high in Leo, inviting us to celebrate our unique gifts and show up with courage. But beneath the shine, there’s a deeper shift happening. Venus, the planet of love and beauty, leaves chatty Gemini this week and moves into sensitive Cancer. This change reminds us that love is not just about excitement. It’s also about safety, care, and emotional trust.
The energy of the week asks us to balance action with reflection!
While Mercury is still retrograde in Leo, we’re not just charging forward. We’re revisiting what truly matters to us, and learning how to express ourselves with more honesty and heart.
To start off the week, you may feel a strong burst of energy as the Virgo Moon meets Mars. This pairing helps you get things done, especially the little tasks that have been waiting for your attention. Use this time to clear space in your schedule or environment. Even small progress can bring a big sense of relief!
Midweek, as the Moon enters Libra, there’s a gentle reminder to bring balance back into your relationships. If something has felt out of sync, this is your chance to adjust it.
A powerful moment comes when Venus enters Cancer. During this transit, love becomes more about emotional connection, support, and feeling safe. This is a good time to ask yourself: Where do I feel most nurtured in my life? How can I create more of that?
By Thursday, emotions deepen as the Moon moves into Scorpio. You may feel a stronger need to understand what’s beneath the surface. The Inferior Conjunction between the Sun and Mercury highlights a powerful reset. This is a key moment in Mercury’s retrograde cycle. If you’ve been reflecting on a past idea, this may be the time to bring it back to life and set new intentions.
As the week continues, things may feel a bit heavier. Venus in Cancer forms tense angles with Saturn and Neptune. You might struggle with feelings of insecurity or confusion in your relationships. Try not to make big decisions right now. Focus instead on caring for yourself, setting healthy emotional boundaries, and staying soft without losing your center.
Toward the weekend, energy begins to lift again. You might feel more open to new ideas and spiritual insight as Jupiter and the Scorpio Moon connect. Then, as the Moon enters Sagittarius, optimism and a wider perspective return. This is a great moment to ask: What have I learned this week that helps me grow? Where am I being called to trust the journey?
By Sunday, the Moon supports Saturn in helping you get clear on long-term goals. It’s a chance to focus your vision and start planning small steps that build real momentum.
This week is about finding the balance between bold self-expression and quiet emotional truth. Let your heart lead, but give it space to feel safe and supported too. When you meet life with both courage and care, the path forward becomes brighter.
Planetary Locations During This Week
- The Sun: Leo (July 22, 2025 – August 22, 2025)
- Mercury: Leo (June 26, 2025 – September 1, 2025)
- Venus: Gemini (July 4 – 29, 2025), Cancer (July 30, 2025 – August 25, 2025)
- Mars: Virgo (June 17, 2025 – September 11, 2025)
- Jupiter: Cancer (June 9, 2025 – June 30, 2026)
- Saturn: Aries (May 24 – September 1, 2025)
- Uranus: Gemini (July 7, 2025 – November 6, 2025)
- Neptune: Aries (March 30 – October 22, 2025)
- Pluto: Aquarius (November 19, 2024 – March 8, 2043)
Daily Astrology Snapshots
Monday, July 28th
Sun
Leo
Moon
Virgo
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Virgo Conjunct Mars in Virgo – Energy can run high, and you can be enthusiastic and easily excited. Use this to your advantage and make progress with a plan, idea, or project quickly.
Tuesday, July 29th
Sun
Leo
Moon
Moon Enters Libra – Bring better balance into your life by giving some time and attention to what you haven’t had time for lately.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Libra Trine Pluto in Aquarius – Empower yourself by taking control of a situation or project that has been derailed or by embarking on a transformation for the better.
Wednesday, July 30th
Sun
Leo
Moon
Libra
Astrological Aspects
Venus Enters Cancer – The planet of love, Venus, enters the sign of emotion, Cancer, and this means emotional connection is more important in relationships over the coming weeks. You can be supportive and understanding and want the same in return.
Thursday, July 31st
Sun
Leo
Moon
Moon Enters Scorpio – Intensity and passion can take over, and you can focus on getting to the heart of a matter or project and work to solve a problem.
Astrological Aspect
Sun in Leo Conjunct Mercury in Leo – This is the Inferior Conjunction, where Mercury retrograde conjuncts the Sun, and it’s a great time for a new project or venture that you can focus on for the next two months or so, so get going.
Friday, August 1st
Sun
Leo
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological Aspect
First Quarter Moon in Scorpio – Work on a transformation over the next week that will help you adjust to a project or plan, thanks to the First Quarter Moon in Scorpio. Passionately work on it, and make sure it’ll stick.
Venus in Cancer Square Saturn in Aries – It can be difficult to get things done, and you may lack the discipline required and feel too limited. Work with what you’ve got, and go easy on yourself for now.
Venus in Cancer Square Neptune in Aries – Compassion can run a little too high, and you might end up a doormat as a result, so try to maintain healthy boundaries and take care of yourself.
Saturday, August 2nd
Sun
Leo
Moon
Scorpio
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Scorpio Trine Jupiter in Cancer – Pick up one of your big ideas and see if you can come up with some unconventional approaches to it now.
Sunday, August 3rd
Sun
Leo
Moon
Moon Enters Sagittarius – Try to be positive about life, and see the good that you have before you. Optimism can open more doors.
Astrological Aspect
Moon in Sagittarius Trine Saturn in Aries – Focus on your goals, and see where you need to make changes to your long-term plans to improve your odds of success.
