This article is written by astrologer and Akashic channel, Narayana Montúfar. She is the author of Moon Signs: Unlock Your Inner Luminary Power. Please visit www.naramon.com to book a reading with her or follow her here @narayanamontufar to keep up with her astro-weather reports.
Get ready to ignite the fire within! Leo season—arriving from July 22nd to August 21st—will be a time to reconnect with the deepest part of ourselves.
In any given year, the Season of the Lion is about play, fun, and remembering our inner child’s dreams. This year, the sky paves the way for an epic transformation due to the second retrograde of Mercury, requesting us to review a lot of the situations that are currently present in our lives.
This retrograde of Mercury will have two different facets. The first one, happening in Virgo (August 4th to August 14th) informs us of what needs to be reviewed, analyzed, or talked through. The second one, happening in Leo (August 14th and August 28th), guides us in connecting with our feelings so we can create our reality not from our minds—but instead, from a heart-centered place.
At this season’s New Moon, which happens in Leo on August 4th, ask yourself all the questions. Embrace deep introspection and meditation (particularly candle-gazing), and wait for the answers you seek. Many arrive at the August 19th Full Moon in Aquarius, which is sure to bring a lot of action and movement, releasing many of us from stagnant mindsets and situations.
Below is what your zodiac sign can expect: read your sun as well as your rising sign.
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Leo Season Horoscopes
Aries
Your mantra for Leo Season: I explore life’s pleasure with an open heart.
Open your mind, eyes, and heart, Aries—because Leo season brings a change of flavors, vistas, and attitude towards life! An introduction or meeting with a powerful individual could be in your cards as soon as July 22nd. They could inspire a desire to experience life in a completely new way. This is especially true about romance, fun, and creativity. You could find yourself wanting more out of life in a way that is soul-enriching. The second part of the retrograde of Mercury, between August 14th and August 28th, is all about realizing that the usual places and ways of enjoying yourself might be a little outdated. You want to experience new things, and you will go find them!
Later on, Leo season brings an energetic shift your way. Between August 8th and August 16th, you will be in a very introspective mood. This is when master teacher Saturn activates in your subconscious mind sector, bringing deep realizations about your past. This is set to be a very spiritual time of the season for you, too, when you might find a stronger desire to work on developing your sense of spirituality. In the end, this is one of your current and most important learnings.
Your Key Moments:
- August 7th ignites your creativity, bringing the perfect terrain to explore free-flow writing.
- August 14th is a fiery day for you—harness it by moving your body.
- August 18th brings romantic realizations, so open your heart to feel the truth.
Taurus
Your mantra for Leo Season: Fully stepping into my brilliance also involves embracing the unexpected.
Leo season is set to be a time of shifts, Taurus, allowing you to find more freedom as you continue to build the life of your dreams. Your career goals gain momentum during two key moments, first around July 22nd and later on, when the powerful August 19 Full Moon arrives. At these times, it’s important to remember that Pluto in Aquarius is initiating you on a completely new path, which involves fully stepping into brilliance—and of course, getting out of your comfort zone, too.
To make the changes that will catapult you to success, you might notice there’s also work that needs to be done in your private life. In the end, a well-built castle needs a strong foundation. The August 4th New Moon exposes the changes that need to be done, which you’re bound to focus on during the retrograde of Mercury in Leo, between August 14th and August 28th. Whether this means renovating your home, clarifying roles, or bringing more freedom to your daily routine, you will be given the inspiration you need to create your perfect routine. August 18th, in particular, is a day when you might notice the pieces start falling into place.
Your Key Moments:
- August 2nd inspires you to look for inspiration in places you would normally avoid.
- August 7th brings an unexpected opportunity to generate more income.
- August 15th could bring an unexpected expense, so be prepared.
Gemini
Your mantra for Leo Season: My mind is my superpower, fueling my growth and success.
Leo season is set to bring one of your favorite things, Gemini, which is to elevate the power of your mind! Jupiter traveling in your sign has meant expanding your knowledge via learning, exploration, and cultivating a deeper sense of curiosity. If this magnifying need to absorb more information has become a bit overwhelming, this season grants you the opportunity to downsize your interests. The August 4th New Moon begins setting apart what should stay from what should go—but the true selective process is performed by the retrograde of Mercury in Leo, spanning from August 14th to August 28th. Besides assisting you in figuring out which interests, practices, and hobbies you should truly be focusing on, this retrograde is about learning to communicate more clearly and concisely. This is especially true if you’re a writer or have a career in communication or media.
Another process of “careful selection” also occurs within your career, due to this season’s activations of retrograde Saturn, between August 15th and August 19th. While needing to put some projects on hold could seem like a setback—in reality, it will allow you to focus on what truly matters. As you will witness in the long run, this is actually a winning strategy.
Your Key Moments:
- July 22nd could reawaken the travel bug within you—a good day for travel planning.
- July 30th magnifies your desire to succeed, so make sure to heinous the extra energy you will feel.
- August 19th unveils the desire to begin learning something new.
Cancer
Your mantra for Leo Season: I am practical but also spiritual; I get the best of both worlds.
Leo season presents you with a great balance between spiritual as well as practical matters, dear Crab. The August 4th New Moon in Leo kicks off a period of revision of your finances, asking you to get clear on your plan to either begin investing smarter—or, alternatively, begin eradicating debt. Even if you already had a plan in place, the retrograde of Mercury in Leo, between August 14 and August 28, brings the need to go back to the drawing board. This is an opportunity, as more likely than not, you will notice the changes in your financial landscape needing adjustment and redirection.
On the opposite side of the spectrum, you will be making a lot of progress in your spiritual development. Expansive Jupiter has been deepening your connection with the non-tangible side of life, via meditation and ritualistic practices. This season (especially between August 15 and August 19th), you might realize that there is still so much more for you to learn! If your desire to enroll in a course becomes obvious now, August 20th and August 21st, while the Moon travels in Pisces, bring the perfect time to move forward.
Your Key Moments:
- July 22 could bring the need to have important talks within an intimate relationship.
- August 7th could bring the help of a mentor or teacher, so pay attention and stay open.
- August 15th will require more rest and downtime but also deep reflection.
Leo
Your mantra for Leo Season: I shine my light on the world from the inside out.
Happy solar return, Leo! As you welcome another year around the Sun, your biggest gift comes in the form of an epic reinvention! This is due to the retrograde of Mercury happening in your sign (August 14 and August 28), helping you realize that your life’s overall palette could use a tune-up. You might even notice this before, around the August 4 New Moon, which also happens in your sign. This lunar event is special and a wonderful opportunity to connect with spirit. Please inquire: What are the new colors and flavors that would help me grow in the year ahead?
August 7th is a lucky day when help from a friend, colleague, or mentor begins illuminating the way. If a new person comes into your orbit now, don’t hesitate to share your life’s biggest hopes and dreams. Many of the answers you seek come at the August 19th Full Moon—however, they might not be what you expect to hear. A deep sense of trust will be required now as you realize that the universe is inspiring you to explore unchartered territory. After all, this lunar event reminds you of a long and exhibiting process that has involved unrooting from self-limiting beliefs.
Your Key Moments:
- August 3rd is a day to shine by reconnecting with the power of your presence! Wear something flashy, colorful, or regal-like!
- August 18th could bring a major epiphany your way as new information is illuminated.
- August 21st is a day to sleep in, rest, or even take a well-deserved day off and pamper yourself.
Virgo
Your mantra for Leo Season: When I allow my body to reset, my body loves me back.
Managing your energy wisely will be key this month, Virgo. Leo season is a time of the year during which your body requires more rest and downtime, a trend that will be particularly strong this year. Remember that even rest is productive and might even start you on a quest to figure out an important situation in your life, most likely concerning a past experience or situation. This becomes noticeable around August 4th, when the Moon renews itself. This is when Mercury (your planet) goes retrograde, sending you on an inner quest. Be patient with yourself, as things won’t begin aligning until around August 14th, when a message arrives, bringing key information and even an aha moment. Between now and August 28th, you’re on a trajectory that requests a big and radical shift in perspective.
Your career is also highlighted this season with Mars in Gemini, fueling your ambition and desire to succeed. However, around mid-August, you might encounter some obstacles or delays along the way. Instead of feeling defeated, take these as opportunities for redirection or the perfection of your craft. Eventually, you succeed after reviewing, revising, and rethinking your winning strategy.
Your Key Moments:
- August 5th marks the entrance of Venus into your sign, helping you feel more comfortable in your own skin.
- August 19th brings the end or culmination of a project you’ve been working on for some time.
Libra
Your mantra for Leo Season: I only communicate from the deepest place in my heart.
This season, you will shine at your brightest, dear Libra! Your social nature reaches its peak at this time of year, dividing your time between productive collaborations and fun events with your favorite pals. This much movement in your social scene is also bound to bring new acquaintances your way (August 4) but also a little bit of drama within a circle of friends. This is due to the retrograde of Mercury in Leo (August 14 to August 28), which is bringing energetic adjustments within intimate relationships. If there was ever a time to avoid intellectualizing emotions—and instead communicate from the heart, that time is now!
Starting August 5th, you might find a growing interest in embracing healthier habits. This is due to your planet, Venus, now traveling in the wellness-focused sign of Virgo. Trying slow and low-impact exercises like restorative yoga or tai chi might be the perfect way to honor this energy. Eating healthier might also seem attractive to you now, as you will be under an energy that is all about seeking a mind-body-spirit connection. If you end up breaking your healthy flow on or around August 18th, give yourself a break and pick it back up the week after.
Your Key Moments:
- August 2nd brings the need to find freedom within an important relationship; when honesty will be needed.
- August 18th could reawaken the travel bug within you or at least the desire to expand your horizons
- August 19th could slow down the advancement of an important project, perhaps due to needed revisions.
Scorpio
Your mantra for Leo Season: Seeking balance in every aspect of my life brings me wholeness.
Allow yourself to slow down, Scorpio. Leo season is normally a time for you to make huge strides in your career, but this year, the universe might have other plans. Instead of crossing things off your list, this season is more about perfecting or fine-tuning existing processes. Mercury—the planet of communication and commerce—will expose the need to rethink your winning strategy as it retrogrades in Leo, starting August 4. The great news is that you also receive a golden opportunity too, in the form of a New Moon, that sets the stage for you to rethink your processes, tools, and offerings. Today, set the intention to go over everything that requires a tune-up, setting yourself up for success.
Starting August 17th, the focus turns to your home and personal life. As a piece of information is revealed now, deep conversations need to take place about how to move forward. The energy peaks with the arrival of the powerful August 19th Full Moon, unleashing some of the change that has been coming for some time but that you or someone close to you resisted for a while. In the end, this energetic liberation brings much-needed relief.
Your Key Moments:
- July 22nd is a day to seek a balance between your career and private life.
- August 12th brings heightened emotions, so give yourself space to sleep in or at least take breaks.
- August 14th brings the desire to connect with your partner or close friend at a very deep level.
Sagittarius
Your mantra for Leo Season: The important relationships in my life help me grow and evolve.
You love Leo’s fiery energy, Sagittarius, as it perfectly sets you up to do one of your favorite things, which is to travel. What’s different about this year is that, instead of desiring to explore a new place, you might make the rare decision of returning to an already-known territory. You might decide to set sail on this trip around the beginning of August, as the August 4th New Moon occurs. This might be perfect timing, as before that, you might need to run some analysis of a project that you thought was reaching its stages of completion. This is due to Mercury going retrograde in your career sector between August 4th and August 14th.
Another area that might need revision, dear Archer, is a close relationship—either romantic or business. You will notice this between August 8th and August 16th, but more intensely on August 14th. This is a time during which all of us will be taking a step back concerning important situations—for this reason, it is not something to be worried about. The tension that comes into the picture must be taken as an opportunity for future growth. In the long run, this is set to strengthen your bond.
Your Key Moments:
- August 7th is a lucky day when a golden opportunity could unexpectedly arrive.
- August 12th might require more sleep and rest, so plan accordingly.
- August 18th could bring sweet moments with a special person—a great night to plan a date.
Capricorn
Your mantra for Leo Season: Focusing on what’s truly important sets me up for success.
For you, Capricorn, Leo season is about having deep conversations about important topics. This trend is started by the activations of Pluto on July 23rd, as the Sun illuminates the need to make decisions about money, values, or intimacy. The great news is that there is no rush to arrive at a conclusion, as things will be moving slowly all season. The retrograde of Mercury in Leo, from August 4th to August 14th, requests that you review your commitments but also that you speak from the heart. Take your time and allow your thoughts to take form—after all, what Saturn in Pisces is teaching you is to be more intentional but also more fluid with your thoughts.
This same energy will also be present in your career, especially between August 8th and August 16th, which is when a lot of meetings might need to take place. Downsizing your load or the number of projects you’ve been handling is an option now. But this is definitely not something that should be taken as a bad thing. In the end, having the opportunity to focus on less but more impactful projects is a vibe that fits your style.
Your Key Moments:
- August 4th might bring a new relationship or a new level of commitment within an important bond.
- August 7th is the perfect day to plan a late summer vacation if it’s what your soul craves.
- August 18th is a day to rest, reset, and practice self-love.
Aquarius
Your mantra for the Leo Season: Relationships are mirrors, reflecting my gifts and opportunities for growth.
This Leo season can teach you so much about yourself, Aquarius—but you will have to dig deep into what lies beneath the surface! Pay attention to the themes that come up on July 22nd and July 23rd, as the healing powers of Pluto activate in your sign. This deep need to self-study will be followed by the retrograde of Mercury in Leo (August 4th to August 28th), which will show you what needs to be reviewed about your personality, via your close relationships. What you see in others—whether good or bad—is a reflection of what needs to be inspected within yourself.
Your financial sector is also highlighted this month on two separate occasions. First, when Mercury retrograde enters Virgo (July 25th) and once again on August 14th. If you’re been putting in effort in paying debt or creating more savings, these are times when you might have to rethink your strategy. You’re not regressing, Aquarius—in fact, this is an overall vibe for many signs this month. What can be felt as steps back now are truly opportunities for positive redirections, so take them for what they are. Once Mercury goes direct on August 28th, this will become more obvious.
Your Key Moments:
- July 26th could instigate a healing conversation with someone special.
- August 2nd requires a change of change of approach in matters of the heart.
- August 18th is the perfect evening for either a sweet date or a conversation.
Pisces
Your mantra for Leo Season: I focus on creating a strong foundation for myself.
Embrace an attitude of Zen, Pisces. Even though summer is in full swing, Leo season will have you feeling more introverted than usual—and that’s okay, as you will be focusing on important things. The first part of the retrograde of Mercury, between August 4th and August 13th, will be about redrawing the boundaries within an important relationship. Then, the retrograde of Mercury in Leo, between August 14th and August 28th, will bring the need to redo certain projects. The good news is that this process will revive your creative vision—so at a deeper level, it can be an opportunity to rekindle your inner muse. The August 4th New Moon in Leo is tailored to begin this revision, so try to act accordingly.
Your private life is also highlighted this month, when a parent or family member might need your help or more of your time. You are busy fine-tuning your creative process now, however, resolve to give them a helping hand between August 15th and August 19th. Alternatively, this energy could play out more pragmatically. For example, if you’ve been working on a decorative or renovation project, this is when you might have to make adjustments to it.
Your Key Moments:
- August 7th could see you receiving the help of a teacher or mentor.
- August 18th brings the opportunity to repair a relationship with a family member.
- August 19th requires more downtime, so make chill plans for the Full Moon.
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