12° Leo 33'
4:12 AM PDT / 7:12 AM EDT

August 4, 2024 — A Leo New Moon forms on Sunday shortly before Mercury retrograde begins. This lunation brings a strong sense of freshness, boldness, and passion since Venus, planet of love, is squaring electric Uranus, encouraging us to embrace what’s new. While the energies may seem chaotic and disruptive, we are also feeling excited about what’s to come.

With Mercury retrograding in the background, we still need to address issues from the past. It’s important to tie up loose ends with sensitivity and careful communication before leaping onto new trajectories. Mercury will station on August 27. Until then, we can slow down and establish proper resolution, taking care of each other’s hearts and minds as we undergo necessary shake ups.

We can also make sure we’re taking care of our own hearts and minds. Mercury retrograde in Virgo reminds us to slow down and remember our everyday routines that bring us health and stability. With so much change adjusting our courses, it’s important that we tend to ourselves with great attention and tenderness. The rest of the month presents some challenges, and now is the time to set out on the right foot. We can hold our visions of love, creativity, and pleasure, while also remaining committed to our healing and sanity.

LEO New Moon Aspiration

On this Leo New Moon, may we honor our inner children, remembering to dance, play, and make love. May we release old ruts and limitations, embracing our fullest potentials while carefully tending to our hearts and minds.

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