All Signs

In yoga, there is the teaching of Tapas – Burning passion and desire. It is one of the five Niyamas within the eight limbs of yoga and it invites us to gather our strength, courage, and tenacity so we can lean into the difficult. This month marks a time of intense shadow work (Pluto retrograde) that asks us to take a closer look at how we view community, and in that find our purpose. It will be important not to buy into fear tactics. We’ll need to remember to ground and heal the parts of ourselves that operate from an assumption that we are all alone, disconnected from the whole. Creating genuine connections and space for vulnerability in a time of divisiveness allows for transformation leading to change. We might feel like we are insignificant in the grand scheme of things, but every act of courageous compassion leaves an indelible mark on the inner planes of humanity.

ARIES // TAURUS // GEMINI // CANCER // LEO // VIRGO // LIBRA // SCORPIO // SAGITTARIUS // CAPRICORN // AQUARIUS // PISCES

Aries: Mar. 21 to Apr. 19

August brings about a less restless energy for you, Aries. You will benefit from renewed clarity and stability. It’s like the pieces of a puzzle are finally falling into place and you feel like you know where you fit. Whether in your career or your love life, do what makes sense and try to stay above knee jerk reactions or feelings about the situation. Make the most of where you are now, doing what you know how to do. This will bring a sense of comfort and ease and help to calm anxiety and stress. Your body has been in fight or flight for a while, not quite sure what direction to go in and living in uncertainty about the future. This month invites you to allow your body to come back to homeostasis and your mind to calm.

Taurus: Apr. 20 to May 20

August invites you to let go of grudges, mistakes, and past grievances to find a new and more joyful path forward. Bring your awareness back to the positives within your relationships and open yourself up to new possibilities through collaborative efforts. See this month as a purge of stagnant and outdated feelings, responsibilities, and perceptions. What do these things matter in the long run? They don’t contribute to your growth, or your joy, so let them fall away like so much dead skin.  In the big picture, you see how everyone you care about can contribute their unique talents toward a common goal. Reach out, reconnect, and re-establish. In other words, network your way into new and old social networks.

Gemini: May 21 to Jun. 20

Give yourself the gift of silence, my dear Gemini. You truly are of two minds this month. An inner conflict brews because you are having trouble letting go of the last vestiges of certain aspects of your ego. In other words, part of you is very afraid of change and it feels like your world is falling apart and you have no control. I invite you to let it crumble, to take a close look at the reason for your fear and become friends with it. Allow it to teach you so you can find your courage to step into the new. Taking a break from social media, from outings and social gatherings, and finding time in nature and solitude will help you still your mind and come into your body; your inner knowing.

Cancer: Jun. 21 to Jul. 22

It’s time to vision a new path forward. This doesn’t mean that you have to ditch your goal and start over completely new. What it does mean is that you need to find a new path toward that goal. You are once again ready for action, so get clear about what’s important and take small, methodical steps forward. Give yourself space and time to weave a healthy dose of practicality into your dream. If you take on too much right now, you’ll just find yourself overwhelmed and lacking in support from others. By allowing yourself to be excited by the future while grounded in the present, you stay aligned with your integrity.

Leo: Jul. 23 to Aug. 22

If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it. Do the thing, make the change, take that leap of faith. The universe has your back. If you have the courage to do what has been calling you, things will fall into place. Don’t worry so much about the future and how what you want will manifest. Instead stay focussed on the big picture: who is involved, how it affects your community at large, and your long-term goal. By assessing these things – truly trying to understand the impact of your intentions and interactions – the universe is able to open possibilities and opportunities and align with your core intent. So, shine like only you can shine. Give as only you can give. Protect those who matter. Do what your heart longs to do.

Virgo: Aug. 23 to Sept. 22

The flood gates have opened; the dam has been broken. Things are falling into place, and magic is around every corner. You are free to act from a place of trust. There is no need to worry about not being seen or heard, your opinions are valued and your council is sought. Use the power of your voice, and your intent, to manifest what you want and bring about change. Be sure to stay in alignment with your core values and morals, as well as the dream that led you to where you are. By doing so, you attract others of integrity and feed the ability of the universe to support you along your path. It’s also okay that you might not always know what you are doing or where you are going right now. Trust your instincts and follow joy.

Libra: Sept. 23 to Oct. 22

You could grow by leaps and bounds right now. You know that, right? It’s time to purge yourself of the sorrow that you so desperately cling to. There is so much out in the world that is waiting to be discovered! You have shackled yourself to the memories of your past, who hurt you or did you wrong, and it’s keeping you from experiencing the life you long for. What if you just changed the narrative? What if you chose to accept the support of the universe and forge a new path? Keep an ear open for possibilities. Share what you care about and the ideas that are brewing in the quiet of the night. And maybe allow yourself to truly feel the sorrow that is buried in your chest. Give it a way out by being brave enough to sit with the emotion and allow it to flow. You never know, this act could be liberating.

Scorpio: Oct. 23 to Nov. 21

August invites you to let go of what you think you are supposed to be doing and embrace what you long to do. Allow yourself to get creative with all aspects of your life and strategically work toward a goal that is in alignment with your deepest passion. How you position yourself now will determine how things unfold and manifest in the years to come. It doesn’t do you any good to stay passive, or to appear non-committal. Choose your direction with intention and don’t allow social norms or expectations dictate what it looks like. In other words, the more you allow yourself to be weird, wild, and wonderful, the more joy you will find. Refuse to hold on to limiting beliefs that trap you in situations that limit joy.

Sagittarius: Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

You are getting close to fulfilling a goal and there are many things to pay attention to, and many players involved. This is good, you couldn’t do what you are trying to do without the help of others. However, in order for things to go smoothly it will be important keep your focus on the fine details. You are the centre, the hub from which all this activity is taking place. It is your responsibility to orchestrate the many components so that what you are working toward manifests without glitches or unnecessary roadblocks. Take it one step at a time and don’t worry so much about achieving major goals. It’s better to make sure you have a stable foundation before erecting walls and worrying about aesthetics. I know it’s hard, but slow and steady wins the race.

Capricorn: Dec. 22 to Jan. 19

Okay, close your eyes for a second and take a deep breath in, and a long breath out. Trust. It’s going to be alright. Don’t be afraid to ask for help or to slow things down so you can research and learn as much as possible before making any major decisions. August invites you to grace yourself and the process with patience and nurturing. The ideas you had about where you should be right now, or what you should be doing, just need to be altered slightly. That doesn’t mean they are not going to come true, it just means that you’re having to do some learning and growing along the way. Mistakes will be made, but try to view them as lessons from your higher self. What tools can you walk away with? How can you inform future situations and experiences from what’s happening now? And remember: all roads lead home. You are not doing anything wrong.

Aquarius: Jan. 20 to Feb. 18

Your focus right now is to create balance and harmony in your life. You’re tired of struggle, you’re tired of having to exert so much energy for so little in return. It’s time to stop pushing against the current and allow yourself to flow with it. Watch how you speak and the energy you carry when you walk into a room. Are you looking for conflict, or are you seeking to create harmony? Focus on the positive and bring your enthusiasm into every situation and interaction. In your personal life you will find comfort in paying attention to your health: feeding yourself well, exercising, and getting enough sleep. Doing so will bring balance between mind and body and allow you to show up for the world with more energy and vitality.

Pisces: Feb. 19 to Mar. 20

It’s time to heal the parts of you that feel unworthy or deal with imposter syndrome. Lately you have allowed these aspects of self to devalue your worth and, as such, deflate your sense of passion and enthusiasm. You are in the midst of a transition; a bit of a growth spurt you might say. This time is scary because it’s riddled with the unknown. You are unsure if you are capable of what inevitably comes next, but holding on to this fear makes you blind to the light you carry and the inspiration you bring to others. It denies your inner strength, creativity, and genius. Keep yourself in the here and now and don’t worry about the future. Let things unfold and work actively to bring healing to the lost fragments of your ego that inevitably find ways to take control and sabotage the hard work you have already done.