​Pisces, August 2015

I've always thought it's pretty funny that Pisces rules the feet (every sign rules a body part). After all, you're a fish, and fish have fins, which are basically the opposite of feet. So what could this connection to feet be? They carry us, connecting us to earth… but wait, another oxymoron. You're so dreamy and out there, Pisces; there is nothing down-to-earth about you. Perhaps it's because feet carry us from place to place. That could be it: Pisces is a Mutable sign, meaning it's the last sign of the season--Winter, in your case. As such, you're itching to move, discover and transcend. August will indeed be a month of transitions for you.

Saturn, taskmaster of the zodiac, lord of fears, troubles, and obstacles, ends its retrograde this month: On August 2, it goes direct in fellow Water sign Scorpio. When Saturn starts moving forward, so do we--especially around the structures we're attempting to build for ourselves and the goals we're trying to accomplish (and the fears we're trying to overcome). Due to its distance from the sun, Saturn stays in each sign for quite a while. From October 5, 2012 to December 23, 2014, Saturn was in mysterious and sexy Scorpio. During this time, Saturn inspired you to reflect on your life philosophy. I wouldn't be surprised if you've ditched an old belief system or found a deeper connection to the one you already had (or one recently discovered). You may have also been pushed to travel or return to school.

Over the past few years, the challenges you've faced have centered on expanding your horizons, spiritually, physically, and mentally. Now you're ready to move on to a new chapter in your life, a chapter called, "Saturn in Sagittarius: Everyone's Watching You." That's right, Saturn in Sagittarius will put the spotlight on you, so expect shifts in your career and your reputation. You would have gotten a taste of what's to come while Saturn briefly dipped into Sag between December 23, 2014 and June 14, 2015. Saturn reenters Sagittarius on September 17--are you ready for it?

August 3 will test just how well you've managed your responsibilities. Jupiter, your ruling planet, makes a tense square to Saturn today. Like you, Jupiter loves the good life, enjoying food and drink, seeing the world, and philosophizing until the break of dawn. Saturn, on the other hand, is frugal, miserly, and a little misunderstood. When these two planets aren't getting along, the vibe isn't so chill, sweet Pisces. I hope you don't get grounded today by your parents, or worse, your boss or someone else who was counting on you and believing that you would deliver what you promised. If you've been responsible and maintained your to-do list, you'll ace the day, but if you haven't, you may be put into an uncomfortable position.

Fortunately, all things come to an end, even shitty astrological aspects. Venus meets with Jupiter on August 4. While this combination may have a quieter vibe than we usually expect between these two (Venus is currently retrograde--more on that in a bit), I do think this will offer an opportunity to recover after Jupiter and Saturn's harsh run-in. Pisces, it's your life's purpose to flirt with the unknown and to explore the world untethered, and on August 4 I think you'll reconnect to your true calling after feeling so boxed up and locked down. This is a lovely day to reconnect to what you love; however, please keep in mind how sensitive Venus is feeling lately. Venus is the goddess of beauty and prosperity, but when she goes retrograde, questions around worth pop up, making us feel a little insecure. Allow yourself and others the room to be a little soft and sensitive. Venus began its retrograde in perfectionist Virgo on July 25, making us all feel picky and unimpressed, and Venus reentered attention-loving Leo on July 31, making us wonder: How do I stand out? What makes me special? Do I even matter? Of course you do, and on August 4 when Venus meets with Jupiter, the jolliest planet of all, you may feel some positive, supportive vibes. But keep in mind: Jupiter can have a tendency to overdo, and Venus on a bad day may get a little too hungry for attention and affection.

August 11 is an exciting day for you this month, Pisces. Jupiter (your ruling planet) enters Virgo. Think back to 2003, because that's the last time we experienced this vibe. Jupiter will remain in Virgo until September 9, 2016, which is pretty exciting because Virgo is your opposite sign in the zodiac, making it very important when it comes to relationships (of all kinds). Jupiter expands and grows whatever energy it's working with, and Virgo is down-to-earth and practical--just what your dreamy Pisces heart needs! Before this transition takes place, the chatterbox of the zodiac, Mercury, will meet with Jupiter in Leo very early in the morning on August 7. I love this combination: Jupiter is philosophical and grand, while Mercury is curious and social. People will be receptive to you, and they'll be excited about what you have to say. If you're planning a summer slumber party under the stars (romantic or otherwise), this is the night sky I want you to do it under--conversation will be epic. That said, Jupiter likes to exaggerate and Mercury is all about communication, so watch out for any over-the-top claims.

August 14 brings a New Moon in Leo. Leo is a warm, loyal Fire sign that asks us to reflect on what makes us special and unique. Venus retrograde in Leo has been bringing up these issues all month, and this New Moon gives us a fresh start around finding what makes us shine. Being in Leo, this New Moon will be highlighting a special section of the zodiac for you, Pisces, one that represents your rituals and routines. That makes this a great New Moon--it's not only a good opportunity for you to buckle down at work, but also to also start any new meditation or spiritual practices, begin an exercise routine, or kick any bad habits.

The Sun enters Virgo on August 23, again shining light onto your relationships. Then the Sun meets with you ruling planet, Jupiter, on August 26--a super fun, optimistic vibe. With all this positive energy around your partnerships, I can't imagine you'll be too unhappy. Keep in mind, though, that Venus is retrograde, meaning things may feel a little slow or serious, but I don't think this will prevent you from having fun.

August 29 brings the Full Moon in your sign, Pisces. With the planetary energy inspiring you to connect with others, what could be lovelier than a Full Moon in the sky, just for you? Between the Venus retrograde asking you to reflect on your values and Jupiter saying goodbye to Leo, it's likely you've been feeling like you're letting go of a lot, saying goodbye, and moving on lately. Full Moons are also times of completion; since it's happening in your sign this time around, Pisces, this means you'll finish something personal at the end of the month! What could it be? Only you'll know… and if you don't know, that's simply a sign that you will definitely need some quiet time to check in with yourself during this Full Moon.

August closes with the Sun in Virgo, shining a light on your relationships. It will be in opposition to Neptune, a planet that many modern day astrologers and new-agers associate with Pisces. We're old school here at Broadly, focusing on traditional astrological rulerships for the signs; however, if Neptune, or one of the other new planets makes a noteworthy move, we'll always let you know. Neptune's all about dreams, illusions and delusions. Are the people around you confronting some confusion? Other people aren't as psychically tapped-in as you are, so you may watch some loved ones fumble around. You may even find yourself feeling a little disoriented--but it's all good; it's important that you confront the messes and screw-ups in your life. The energy this month is supporting you to be real about your relationships and to let go of what you don't need anymore. Your feet are ready to walk in whatever direction you need go, Pisces!