New Moon in Leo, August 4, 2024, 11:12
Sun conjunct Moon (12 Leo)
The New Moon in Leo is about creativity and unabashed celebration of your uniqueness. Embrace who you are and your creative gifts.
Mercury in Virgo conjunct Venus in Leo
Venus is too far from the New Moon to be considered conjunct. But it conjuncts Mercury in Virgo. This is a fruitful combination for creative endeavours. It combines the artistic flair of Venus in Leo with the meticulous, detail-orientated and crafty side of Mercury.
Amazing results can be achieved by this combination, but don’t be too hard on yourself. Mercury in Virgo can be finicky.
Mercury in Virgo square Mars conjunct Jupiter in Gemini
Mars is all caught up with its conjunction with Jupiter in Gemini, rapid-firing ideas and champing at the bits. Mercury, under this influence, can easily get lost in the woods, overwhelmed and overstimulated by all this Gemini energy. If you feel overwhelmed, keep it simple and stick to a routine. Make a list and get a grip.
Sun/Moon sextile Mars
Sun/Moon sextile Jupiter
Mars conjunct Jupiter
The Moon and Sun in Leo are also caught up in this affair, casting a sextile to Mars and Jupiter in Gemini. This is a very invigorating and expansive aspect pattern, bearing the seed of a creative endeavour. The excitement is hard to contain. Enlist Mercury in Virgo to serve you. Left unattended, it is quick to criticise and point out all the holes. Keep him busy and give him a constructive task instead. Let him record the creative stream of consciousness generated by the Sun /Moon and Jupiter/Mars, and get him to organise the ideas as a blueprint. A lot of information is coming in that needs to be processed. Not every Mars and Jupiter idea is usable – some may just be hot air. But generating ideas is the starting point of every creative endeavour.
The New Moon in Leo trines the North Node in Aries (sextile south node)
The creative act of this New Moon is to align the stimulating energies with purpose. Now it is a matter of figuring out the details and how to make things real.
Jupiter in Gemini square Saturn in Pisces
Jupiter is closing in on its first square with Saturn since their conjunction in December 2020. That seminal moment is now being tested. Has Jupiter delivered on its vision and promises? Or are some major adjustments needed to bring its visions to fruition? There is magic in beginnings, but as we progress down a chosen path the challenges become apparent. It is time to revisit the original plan and make adjustments as needed. Saturn is the reality principle. It wants to know whether the outcome, so far, is worth the investment of time and effort. If it is not, what have we learnt? What can be improved, and what needs to be scrapped? You don’t have to give up on your dreams but don’t get stuck in activities that go nowhere. Ask yourself if, and why, it is still important to you. Double down on what works, and don’t be afraid to let go of what doesn’t.
Venus in Leo square Uranus in Taurus, Venus in Leo quincunx Pluto in Aquarius and Neptune in Pisces (double quincunx/yod)
Venus is separating from her square with Uranus, so the influence is less intense than during the build-up. But it is still active. If your relationship is on the rocks, you may still feel some aftershocks. You may feel stuck in an impossible situation. Damned if you do, damned if you don’t. Yet, something has to change before we can move on, even if neither option offers a palatable choice. But despite the dilemma, whatever we choose may lead to a better outcome. Anything is better than being paralysed by fear and getting stuck in limbo. Trust in the process without expectations. Hang in there. The drama will subside.
Sun/Moon in Leo sesquiquadrate Neptune in Pisces
Uranus in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces
The New Moon in Leo is full of dynamics and creative potential ready to rear. But the sesquiquadrate to Neptune suggests there are frustrations and hidden stumbling blocks. Listen closely to ‘the reasons’ you tell yourself why something can’t be done, and be honest with yourself. Are they true, or are these merely self-sabotaging excuses? Unrealistic expectations can get in the way. Don’t let Neptune derail you. Take Neptune’s inspiration, but don’t get attached to a particular outcome.
Mars in Gemini sesquiquadrate Pluto in Aquarius
Uranus in Taurus trine Pluto in Aquarius
Mars/Pluto has frustration written all over them. This is the signature of potentially volatile and angry energy or bottled-up resentment. Mars, impulsive and stubborn, can turn mean and nasty. But instead of blaming others, it would be better to look within. We cannot change others, but we can change our outlook and attitude. We frequently build our own traps and then blame the world. Look for solutions and seek the opportunity, even in very limiting situations. The trine between Pluto and Uranus suggests that taking a deep-dive into your psyche can open previously unrecognised doors. Uranus is bold enough to walk right through them, even at the risk of creating chaos.
Sun/Moon in Leo trine North Node in Aries
Mars in Gemini sextile North Node in Aries
Despite the background of emotional turmoil, the trine between the New Moon and the North Node and the sextile from Mars to the North Node hints at creative impulses and Mars’ drive aligns with destiny. The challenge is to sift through things without getting embroiled in the debris of the past. Orientate towards the future and listen carefully to what resonates with your inner compass now.
Venus in Leo trine Chiron in Aries
Mars in Gemini semi-square Chiron in Aries
Healing is an active and tremendously challenging process. Choosing things that nurture and support us, that promote harmony and balance, is offset by Mars’ pettiness, and auto-aggression. Be mindful of triggers and dig deeper – what makes you so jumpy? What is lurking underneath? Anger is unexpressed pain. It’s time to confront the deeper layers and origins of present self-sabotaging behaviours, and to turn aggressive reactions into positive assertions.
