Your Week Ahead 8/18 - 8/22/25

Your Week Ahead Astrology
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Monday

Monday is ruled by the Moon. Moon in Gemini sextiles the Sun in Leo in the earlier part of the day. Speak from the heart. Work on your relationships. Restore balance between your body and Soul.

The Moon changes signs at 3:05pm from air into water and we feel a mood shift.  The mind may be active and restless in the first part of the day. There’s a lot to get done. Communication is key today. Say what you really mean and mean what you say. We may get into our feelings as the day progresses. We need rest so make sure you get some today. We or other people around us may be more sensitive, vulnerable or moody than usual. Practice understanding and patience. Practice self-care.

The Moon in Cancer squares both Saturn and Neptune in the late afternoon. It is important to process how you feel. Notice your feelings and emotions. Notice the burdens you silently carry. Drop whatever weights you down so you may soar. We are aware of what we want to build. We are aware of what we dream about, what we want and desire but it may not be in our control. Focus on what is in your control, and surrender the rest to God/Universe.

Mercury, the Lord of the mind, sextiles Mars, the Lord of energy and action, early in the morning. Where are you directing your energy? Where are you directing your thoughts? Mind creates reality. What are you creating? Focus your mind. Focus your internal dialogue. Focus your intent. Intent on what you truly desire. Focus on where you want to go. Focus is the name of the game.

Tuesday

Tuesday is ruled by Mars. Mars is in Libra, teaching us about finding balance in our energy, in our actions and in our interactions with others. We are being taught about right action in relationships. Notice the state of your relationships with yourself and others.

The Moon in Cancer squares Mars in Libra in the morning, and tension and stress that has been building under the surface may come up today for healing. Don’t assume anything. Ask questions. Keep an open mind and heart. Don’t take things personally today.  The Sun in Leo trines Chiron in Aries in the early afternoon, and the Universe is helping us identify what needs caring, healing and support. Chiron is pointing to a wound that needs healing. What needs healing within you or in your life? Chiron is a Teacher pointing to a spiritual lesson your Soul is learning right now. What are you learning?

Moon in Cancer conjuncts Jupiter in Cancer in the late afternoon. Healing is possible. Learning is possible. Take the time today to pay attention to what the Universe is trying to teach you. Your mind and heart are expanding and growing, and every challenge, obstacle and difficulty is helping you become a better version of yourself. Trust the process.

Wednesday

Wednesday is ruled by Mercury. Mercury is in Leo. We are being asked to focus on the heart of the matter. We are asked to be confident and believe in ourselves and in our dreams. We are asked to learn to shine again. Have you forgotten how to shine? Has someone or something taken your shine away from you? Remember, as Carl Sagan would say, “you are made of star dust”. It’s time to reclaim your inner star. Dare to shine. Mercury is teaching how to do that.

Moon conjuncts Venus in Cancer in the morning. Women play a significant role today. The feminine principle is active. Pay attention to your inner feminine, your yin, your Anima. Be gentle and nurturing in your steps and in your words today.

Moon enters Leo in the evening, and the heart is burning with passion, creativity and possibility. What lights your fire? What makes you excited to get up in the morning? What is your reason? Know your reason. Follow the Light that inspires you. Surround yourself with people that see and celebrate your Light. Find your fire and let it shine.

Moon trines Saturn and Neptune in the evening, and opposes Pluto. Although something heavy may be in the air, there is possibility to rebuilt and create something new out of the ashes of the past. Let go of the past and the baggage. Start this moment fresh. There maybe opposition or tension on this day. Don’t participate in drama. Don’t let negative thoughts or heavy emotions blind the wisdom within your heart. Let the Moon in fire guide your inner Light. Find courage. Find strength. Stay in your lane. Stay focused on the Light within you. See the Inner Light in others.

Thursday

Thursday is ruled by Jupiter. Jupiter is in Cancer. Teaching us about mastery over our emotions. How are you mastering your emotions? Jupiter is slowly moving into a trine with the North Node of Fate. Fate and destiny are playing a role in our lives. Notice who or what enters your life this and next week. There are course corrections happening right now. There are spiritual lessons coming into our lives. Situations occurring for a reason. Important people coming in and coming out of our lives. We are standing at a threshold of change.

Moon in Leo sextiles Mars in Libra and conjuncts Mercury in Leo today. Take the reigns of your mind, body and emotions and guide your energy and your consciousness to where you want to go and who you want to be. Direct your thoughts. Direct your words and actions. Something may come to light this week to help you understand a situation or make a choice. Something requires your participation and your action. Where you or someone around you has been of two minds, a choice will be made between now and next week. Its time to take Soul guided action. Its time to take a new approach or change directions. Pay attention to where life is leading you. Life is pointing the way.

Friday

Friday is ruled by Venus. Venus is in Cancer preparing to change signs on August 25th. Venus is wrapping up the spiritual lessons in Love and money that we have been learning since July of this year. Venus has been in Cardinal water, asking us to become aware of our true feelings and emotions about things, people, places and situations in our lives. We are asked to listen to our innermost heart. We are asked to enter the most vulnerable places in our own being for healing and guidance. We are asked to know and listen to our intuition. Sharpen our gut feelings and intuitive sense. Notice the spiritual lessons that have come into your life this summer in the areas of Love and money. Learn the lessons.

Sun enters Virgo in the late afternoon. Happy birthday Virgos! Virgo teaches us about humble service. Virgo teaches us how to function efficiently in the world, and how to keep up with the maintenance of our lives. As the Sun travels through Virgo, we have an opportunity to correcting mistakes and flaws. Learn more about what needs fixing, repairing or improving in our lives. This is a great time to improve your work, routines and health/wellness regimen.  Time to prioritize being in the here and now. Time to clean up house and get rid of things you no longer need. Time to get your life organized and back on track.

Overall, it is a week of rising above emotions, irritations, frustrations, obstacles and not making assumptions. Have a clear perception of people, situations and things in your life. See things clearly. Focus on the bigger picture and rise above uncertainty. Something in your life is changing. Let the change or transformation occur. The Universe is giving you wings to soar. Life is guiding you forward. Take the wheel of your life. The Stars and Planets are lighting up the path for you. Keep going. It’s time.

Expect your Weekend Astrology Blog later in the week. Thank you for your support! Follow me for more free Astrology @anamariapinedacom and book an in-depth reading with your Angels at http://www.anamariapineda.com