You
Who are the source of all power,
Whose rays illuminate the world,
Illuminate also my heart
So that it too can do Your work.
Gayatri
This Week:
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We're between Eclipses!
Eclipses signify times of fated/destined changes or events in our lives and the world around us! They are like supercharged New/Full Moons, said to be 10 times more powerful than a normal lunation. They are times when our most steady lights, the Sun and Moon, go dark. Eclipses were seen as negative omens by ancient people and astrologers. It is advised to avoid charging your crystals/tools under the light of the Eclispes. It is also advised to avoid intention setting and manifestation rituals during Eclispes. We do not want to charge sacred items or do intention setting/manifestations because Eclispes open portals of energy, and we NEVER know what's coming through portals. We want to be vigilant of whatever comes in, however. Eclispes are times to pray, fast, and lie low while the energy is whirling around us. Eclispes are like energetic Cat 5 hurricanes; it's not advised to venture out into these storms to explore. Whatever we pull in if we are manifesting/charging will have the energy of Eclispes imprinted. Eclispes are chaotic times; why invite more chaos than necessary?!
Powerful beginnings and endings often take place around Eclipses. Trust that whatever is coming in or leaving our lives is fated. Destiny is in the driver's seat in our lives, and Eclipses are known to course-correct us if we've gotten on the wrong path or are stuck. It may not feel like it, but whatever is happening IS for our Highest Good. We may need some time and space from the events to see the Higher Purpose in the Eclipse events.
We are likely to hear more about pregnancies, births, engagements, wedding announcements, as well as deaths, relationships ending, or job losses during this time. This first Eclipse in Leo is a Solar Eclipse (always a New Moon); it's a South Node Eclipse, so significant, powerful endings, wrapped in new beginnings, are coming in. Something is being taken away and replaced with something else. This is a spiritual course correction, because Jupiter is also in Leo.
The Nodes of Fate are in Leo-Aquarius now! This is a massive vibe shift! We can expect fated/destined events to unfold. The South Node will enter Leo, co-present with Jupiter in Leo. The North Node will enter Aquarius, co-present with Pluto in Aquarius! This will be an intensely powerful 18-month transit. Having the Nodes of Fate co-present with these powerful planets means massive changes in our lives and the world around us!
The South Node in Leo, co-present with Jupiter in Leo, has a contradictory energy. Leo is the King/Queen, the star of the show. The South Node drains, empties, and removes. Jupiter is bringing spiritual course corrections to the Leos, highlighting and amplifying true King/Queen power and energy. The "false idols" are falling away. I see this transit as the return of the King. As in true kingly energy, leaders are here to serve in the position of leadership. I see this as King Author vibes. Maybe we need to go back to what works.
The North Node is in Aquarius, co-present with Pluto in Aquarius. We will see an acceleration of breaking down old orders to prepare us for the future and to welcome in the new era/world. The North Node calls us uncomfortably toward our future desires and destiny. We are being asked to lean in.
This is a significant vibe shift in our collective lessons and where our attention is focusing. Look to the Leo-Aquarius part of your charts to see where the Eclispes next month are taking place! The Nodes are in Fixed signs, so deep, powerful transformations, endings, and beginnings are taking shape. The last time that the Nodes were in these signs was in 12/2007- 8/2009, when the North and South Nodes were in the same signs as now. We had the Nodal reversal from 5/2017-11/2018, when the North Node was in Leo and the South Node in Aquarius. Look back to this time for themes of what's in store for us! It's never exactly the same, but similar themes are active.
It's Eclipse season! Buckle up, it's a massive one! Mercury is in Leo, on the Eclipse axis, and is extremely active all week long. Mars enters Cancer early Tuesday morning; Mars, like Venus, is beginning to slow down, preparing for the Mars Rx early next year! Thankfully, Venus is in her home sign for a prolonged stay, due to her incoming retrograde in October, but she's bringing in some sweetness and justice.
The Eclipse is a South Node Eclipse, co-present with Jupiter, so this is a massive course correction; this is a spiritual realignment. The South Node can remind us of who we used to be, for better and worse. Maybe we need to go back and practice some discipline or self-worth that we had in the past to benefit us in the present and future! I see this time as a return of the King/Queen; as in King Arthur vibes- not King Charles! Let it be a time of return to your sovereign self. Honor yourself as royalty and treat your body as such.
We can expect massive news stories coming to light this week! Loads of information are flying around, as Mercury reactivates (ish) the Basket aspect we had in mid-July.
Hungry Ghost Month!
If you're out partying, please be careful and thoughtful of your state. Avoid excess alcohol and drugs. Protect your energy. The energy/psychic vampires are out in droves! In Chinese Astrology, we are in the Hungry Ghost month. It started yesterday and lasts until 9/10. This is a time when the gates of the underworld open and spirits are allowed to roam freely. Yikes! It is advised to avoid going out late at night; if possible, avoid alcohol/drugs; wear protective amulets; avoid covering your head; avoid swimming at sunset. In China, plates of food are set out at crossroads; incense is burned so that the souls may "eat" and be satisfied. It is a time for prayer, protection, and regular energy clearing and cleansing. For more information on this, check out this article: Hungry Ghost Festival 2026: Dates, Meaning, Rituals, Taboos & Spiritual Protection - WOFS.com
Today:
We will continue to see the Eclipse energy playing out over the next month, with Eclipse events happening all around us! Remain seated with your seatbelt fastened, lol. Pay close attention to what takes place over the next three days; it is telling of what's to come in our lives.
We are building up to the final Pisces Lunar Eclipse for this Eclipse cycle next Thursday! This signifies a massive closeout in the Pisces-Virgo axis of our charts! Strive to remain cool, calm, and collected. Good spiritual hygiene is extremely important!
The Moon is in Scorpio today. The Moon was very active early this morning; intense dreams or nightmares are likely. We have a mixed bag of aspects today; the Moon is feeling cranky and is in its sign of fall, answering to Mars in Cancer, also in its fall. Ancient astrologers believed that when there are double bad energies, it transforms into something good, or at least useful! Emotional volatility is likely. Pick your battles, pace yourself!
The Moon is in Scorpio; the Moon in Scorpio is intense, penetrating, secretive, jealous, introspective, passionate, strong-willed, possessive; urge for intimacy; death and regeneration.
The Moon in Scorpio is answering to Mars in Cancer, highlighting the Mars-Neptune square from this morning.
Moon in Scorpio squares Pluto Rx in Aquarius at 1:01 am; this is a deep, intense aspect. Powerful dreams are more likely and common now. Psychic attacks and nightmares are more common with this intense aspect.
Moon in Scorpio inconjuncts Neptune Rx in Aries at 1:23 am; another psychic attack aspect. Dark energies are lurking; pay attention to your dreams and intuition. This aspect is disruptive to a good night's sleep.
Moon in Scorpio trines Mars in Cancer at 2:29 am; this is a beautiful Water trine! The Moon and Mars have Mutual Reception, which is significantly supporting the energy for today! The Moon rules Cancer, and Mars rules Scorpio! The planets trade strengths and become more powerful and embodied.
Moon in Scorpio inconjuncts Uranus in Gemini at 4:15 am; our dreams and their symbols are communicating to us now. Pay close attention and keep your dream journal close by.
There are no aspects until mid-afternoon.
Moon in Scorpio squares Jupiter in Leo at 2:43 pm; we feel strongly about something and get stubborn. This is a Fixed square, so compromise is unlikely. This aspect is fantastic for dedicated focus and sticking with something challenging.
Moon in Scorpio inconjuncts Saturn Rx in Aries at 9:25 pm; hard stop! This aspect is stressful and demanding! If we didn't follow through with essential tasks today, we feel the stress, strain, burden, or fallout now.
Create a sacred, protected sleep space before going to bed tonight.
Moon in Scorpio squares Mercury in Leo at 4:06 am 8/19; dreams, dreams, and more dreams! Pay close attention; it feels like we are living two lives, our waking lives and our dream lives, lol. This is a highly intuitive aspect.
We are building toward the Venus-Saturn opposition early Friday morning! This aspect can feel like a deadening of love and romance in relationships. It can signify breakups or taking things to the next level(commitment-wise). This is a sobering aspect. Venus is at home and feeling strong, but Saturn is in its sign of fall, significantly weakened. This aspect is fantastic for making realistic decisions, budgeting, paying off debts, and tending to responsibilities! This is a karmic course correction in relationships.
This Week:
08/17- 08/23
Monday:
Mars squares Neptune
Mercury trines Saturn
Venus sextiles Jupiter
We have an all-day-long void of course Moon.
The Moon goes void early this morning, then enters Scorpio this evening.
Tuesday:
The Moon is in Scorpio all day, making a mixed bag of aspects.
Wednesday:
We enter the 2nd Quarter phase of the Moon tonight.
The Moon goes void of course tonight and remains void all night.
Thursday:
The Moon enters Sagittarius early this morning.
Friday:
Venus opposes Saturn
The Moon is in Sagittarius all day.
Saturday:
The Sun enters Virgo late tonight!
Happy Virgo Season!
The Eclipse energies shift onto the Virgo-Pisces axis, as we have a mixed bag of Eclipses this year!
The Moon is in Sagittarius all day, going void of course late this afternoon.
After a short void Moon, the Moon enters Capricorn.
Sunday:
Sun trines Chiron
The Moon is in Capricorn all day.
Daily Horoscope
August 18, 2026
Tuesday- Mars Day
* All times are Atlantic Standard Time
Daily Oracle
08/17/2026
Monday
Opossum- Diversion
Opossum's greatest form of protection is to play dead.
Opossum is asking you to use strategy in a present situation. Rely upon your instincts for the best way out of a tight corner. If you have to pretend to be apathetic or unafraid, do it! Oftentimes, if you refuse to struggle or show that hurtful words bother you, your taunter will see no further fun in the game. Warriors have used Opossum medicine for centuries, paying dead when the enemy nears and outnumbers them.
Opossum may be relaying to you that you are to expect the unexpected and be clever in achieving your victory. This could be a victory over a bothersome salesman or a nosy neighbor. In essence, Opossum is beckoning you to use your brain, your sense of drama, and surprise- to leap over some barrier to your progress.
Year of the Yang Fire Horse!
Fire Horse years are extremely fast-moving, so buckle up! The last time that we had a Fire Horse year was 1966! The Fire Horse is bold, independent, passionate, strong-willed, and rebellious! Live with passion! Let your light shine!
Bedroom Feng Shui
I love the look of plants in the bedroom, but did you know that it is said that plants in the bedroom drain your energy? Humans are considered to be an Earth element. Plants are the Wood element. In the 5 Element theory, Wood drains Earth energy. As always, do what is best for you! Take a look at your energy levels; if you have plants, pictures of flowers, or even plant patterns on your bedsheets, maybe begin trading them out.
Bedrooms do best with neutral colors, earthy colors.
