The Weekly Esoteric Forecast: 13-19 August 2023
The Week Ahead is a comprehensive look at both the weekly planetary information as well as the daily forecast. The planetary information presented is from daily astrological charts over the course of the week that aligns with the planetary governor for each day, while the daily information is gleaned from each day’s I Ching-based Human Design chart, runes from both the Elder Futhark, geomancy, and numerology. The astrological and Human Design charts are cast for 8:00 am Pacific time.
Retrograde Planets – Venus, Saturn, Neptune, Pluto, Chiron
Overall Outlook
Over the week, listening to what others have to say will get you farther than trying to control their choices. Overreaction may occur if stress is an issue, and a new strategy involving flexibility will be necessary to remain positive. Guard against preferring your own perspective at the expense of others. At the end of the week, health issues may arise.
The Sun
12th House/Leo
Sunday influences: 4, Hagalaz, Acquisitio, Human Design Gate/Line 4.2 Acceptance; Moon Phase: Waning, Balsamic
The Sun’s influence impacts an individual’s identity, vitality, and ego expression. At the beginning of the week, your compassion and empathy draw others to you who may be experiencing sadness or loss. However, your need to control outcomes may prompt you to give advice when all they need is a listening ear. Take care of your own well-being with yoga or meditation to help diffuse any ego or perspective that is too narrow. A new path may open at the end of the week that enables you to express yourself in a positive manner.
With some hard work and patience on Sunday, 13 August 2023, a successful outcome is possible irrespective of the doubt you might have initially experienced. Set realistic boundaries and look forward with confidence and inspiration.
The Moon
Various signs and houses (11th/Cancer 8/13; 11th/Leo 8/14-15; 12th/Leo 8/16; 12th/Virgo 8/17, 1st/Virgo 8/18; 1st/Libra 8/19)
Monday Influences: 5, Othala, Tristitia, Human Design Gate/Line 31.1 Manifestation; Moon Phase: Waning, Balsamic
The Moon’s interaction with the various signs throughout the week impacts an individual’s emotions, moods, and vulnerabilities. If stress becomes a problem, you may feel like retreating to a safe space that includes close friends, but above all, avoid overreacting during this period and remain patient until your emotions settle. As the week continues, you may realize that some of your friends are either fleeting or unreliable, and you retreat to a more solitary focus. You view your career as a source of emotional well-being, but instead of pursuing a new opportunity, you hesitate to make any changes regarding your future unless you have some control over the outcome. At the end of the week, there may be tension between you and a close partner.
You may be in a leadership position on Monday, 14 August 2023, that allows you to work within a specific set of circumstances. However, you may also need to protect yourself from someone who is disloyal and is trying to control the narrative.
Mars
1st House/Virgo
Tuesday Influences: 6; Ansuz, Caput Draconis; Human Design Gate/Line 47.6 Self-fulfillment; Moon Phase: Waning, Balsamic
Mars invokes action, courage, passion, and strength in an individual. Over the week, you engage with others in a direct and self-assured manner, and you’re inspired to create unique solutions. And your flexibility enables you to make decisions that help you move around obstacles. That said, you may also focus on work at the expense of your own needs. At the end of the week, your energy is high which maximizes your creativity.
A new opportunity may come your way on Tuesday, 15 August 2023 that enables you to become a resource that guides and benefits others. This is a time where eloquence on your part can provide clarity that has been, until now, lacking.
Mercury
1st/Virgo
Wednesday Influences: 7; Dagaz, Fortuna Major; Human Design Gate/Line 47.3 Self-oppression; Moon Phase: Waning, New Moon at 2:39a on 8/16 – 23°Le17
Mercury influences an individual’s communication style, thought processes, and how one negotiates or transacts with others. Over the week, although you have a unique perspective that others find interesting, at the beginning of the week, balancing rationality with your emotions may be challenging, particularly if unexpected problems or obstacles arise that impact your ability to focus. Should that happen, remain open to considering a different strategy and try not to become obsessive or overly critical of yourself or others.
Taking a step back on Wednesday, 16 August 2023, you realize that any feelings of external oppression or control have been an illusion. Instead, consider if the need to micromanage a situation is really coming from you instead of from others. The answer to that question may reveal much about your own perceptions. With today’s New Moon in Leo, you want to be the center of attention in your loved ones’ lives. Just be sure that your need for attention doesn’t define the moment.
Jupiter
9th House/Taurus
Thursday Influences: 8, Inguz, Tristitia, Human Design Gate/Line 2.2 Genius; Moon Phase: Waxing, New
Jupiter is the planet of expansion and influences an individual’s growth, luck, abundance, and self-confidence. Your decisions at the beginning of the week may be excessive or overly idealistic, and you need to understand the overall picture before moving forward. As the week progresses, you may focus too intensely on your own perspective at the expense of others. You need to get back to basics, so to speak, and reflect on all the support that you receive from others and how that impacts your happiness and the freedom you enjoy to express yourself. At the end of the week, your commitment wanes and you’re more focused on experiences that are transitory in nature.
Remain grounded on Thursday, 17 August 2023, and let go of any temper that could arise. You shape your reality and your natural awareness and timing bode well for success and acknowledgement.
Venus
Retrograde
12th/Leo; 11th/Leo 8/18-19
Friday Influences: 9, Jera, Laetitia, Human Design Gate/Line 7.5 The General; Moon Phase: Waxing, New
Venus, the planet of attraction, happiness, harmony, and beauty, reflects the feminine aspect within and how an individual loves and expresses intimacy as well as self-worth. Reflect on the importance your partner has in your life and appreciate the love you share. You empathize with others over the week and you offer insight into the challenges they experience. Midweek, you draw spiritual sustenance from those individuals closest to you; however, as the week comes to an end, you may feel a lack of support and are focused on more superficial experiences that may involve spending money.
On Friday, 18 August 2023, your generosity and kindness align you with others. If challenges arise, they naturally look to you for leadership and guidance. And you intuitively know just what to say to keep everyone in a positive frame of mind.
Saturn
Retrograde
6th/Pisces
Saturday Influences: 1, Dagaz, Amissio, Human Design Gate/Line 55.5 Growth; Moon Phase: Waxing, New
The planet Saturn slows things down, invoking realism, boundaries, restraint, and the impact of time on an individual. At the beginning of the week, your relationships are challenging you to open yourself up and take a risk that you may find uncomfortable. You may also struggle with a health issue that keeps you from moving forward. A reassessment may be necessary that involves either your career or decisions in your personal life to achieve a better balance.
As a leader, if you’re able to accept assistance on Saturday, 19 August 2023, you may find more options available to you. So, although you may feel insecure about doing so, you will grow from the experience.
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