Problems and broken plans: Astrologer offers key advice for today
What to expect from this day (illustration: freepik.com)
On August 8, the Moon could potentially disrupt many plans. However, it's not all that bad, according to the Ukrainian astrologer Kateryna Solovyova.
Astrological forecast for August 8
New ventures and significant decisions, including surgical and dental procedures, are expected to be challenging.
Due to Mercury's retrograde, Solovyova advises against planning important negotiations, signing new contracts, purchasing equipment, major business trips, or making significant payments.
Avoid fasting. After 2:35 PM, visits to the hairdresser might be favorable.
This day is a good moment to set goals, adhere to principles, pursue transformation, and acquire new information and knowledge.
Advice for Thursday:
- actively express positive emotions and feelings, and stand firm on ideals, principles, and beliefs
- a creative day, suitable for planning, analyzing, and making significant life changes related to prospects and opportunities in personal and social spheres
- ensure that anything started on this day is brought to completion
- a favorable time for those in difficult situations
- help others and demonstrate nobility
- listen to your intuition, be mindful of negative thoughts, and free yourself from dependencies
- consuming dairy products, and visiting a bathhouse or sauna is beneficial
Horoscope for August 8 (illustration: freepik.com)
What makes this day special
On August 8, Jupiter, the planet of great fortune, broad horizons, and abundant opportunities, will be in its current phase. It will remain in Gemini until June 10, 2025.
"This is the least favorable position for the kindest planet in the solar system. However, it's beneficial for those involved in literary and publishing work, travel, entrepreneurship, and large-scale business," Solovyova explains.
"Avoid verbosity and inconsistency, especially concerning communication tools, various gadgets, transportation, trips, documentation, trade, and education," she adds.
To balance Jupiterian energies, consider wearing and accessorizing with indigo and violet colors.
"Due to the general atmosphere of the day, it is better not to start new activities related to law, travel, education, science, or anything foreign: languages, international relations, cooperation, etc.," Solovyova advises.
However, August 8th is a good day to expand your knowledge of religion, and philosophy, attend a seminar, or read a book on these subjects by an authoritative author.
What to avoid on August 8 (Illustration: freepik.com)
Astrological insights for Thursday
"On August 8, from 12:32 PM to 2:33 PM, the Moon, which governs our emotions, psyche, soul, subconscious, instincts, feelings, mood, sensitivity, and emotional volatility, will be in a destructive degree of Libra," the astrologer says.
"Also, on August 8, Mars, the planet of activity, decisiveness, enthusiasm, courage, and a combative spirit, will be in a destructive degree of Gemini," she notes.
The destructive degree represents a sacrificial test: only through trials can one receive help and recompense for resilience. It brings challenges to endurance, perseverance, and fortitude.
Moreover, this degree attracts events that cause suffering and negative situations, potentially leading to life disappointments, pessimism, and despair.
Top tips for Thursday (illustration: freepik.com)
"In Libra, this degree gives a dual characteristic: destruction and restoration. There is a significant risk due to the inability to distinguish between good and evil. It is a degree of judgment and condemnation, leading to a bad reputation and loss of popularity," Solovyova warns.
As a result, August 8th may bring about personal breakdowns and catastrophes after a period of uplift. The astrologer advises that you should avoid scheduling important tasks related to the Moon’s domain.
In Gemini, this degree symbolizes deception, intrigue, theft, cunning, treachery, slander, deceit, arrogance, discord, and perversion. In medical astrology, it is associated with the autonomic nervous system, any kind of nervous system disorders, and weakened vision.
Consider the following:
- don't rely on those who are untrustworthy; be cautious in choosing friends
- avoid indulging in risky ventures, regardless of who initiated them
- don't make yourself dependent on others
- don't conform to others
If one has enough wisdom to navigate these trials with proper understanding, they may be rewarded with good compensation for their resilience and fortitude.
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