As we move toward the height of summer, August 2023 promises fun, passion, and a hint of magic. However, we will also feel an intensely nostalgic vibe, as we find ourselves reflecting on the past, especially in regards to how we’ve built our love lives and relationships over the past several years.
August 2023 Astrological Events – Full Moon, Super Moon
August 1 – Full Moon, Super Moon. The Moon will be located opposite the Earth from the Sun and will be fully illuminated as seen from Earth. This Full Moon was known by early Native American tribes as the Sturgeon Moon because the large sturgeon fish of the Great Lakes and other major lakes were more easily caught at this time of year. This moon has also been known as the Green Corn Moon and the Grain Moon. This is also the second of four Super Moons for 2023. The Moon will be near its closest approach to the Earth and may look slightly larger and brighter than usual.
Many believe that emotions can run much higher during the Super Moon, meaning that our feelings and physical displays of them – tears, laughter, anger – can come much more easily and can be more intense. This is said to be caused by the strength of the Super Moon’s energy. These “emotional storms” are believed by some people who study astrology and the zodiac to be a time when we should learn how to cope with and manage intense emotions. In doing so, we should develop skills of patience and understanding that make us stronger as people. If the flood of emotion is positive, we should use it to get closer to our loved ones.
August 2023 Astrological Events – Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation
August 10 – Mercury at Greatest Eastern Elongation. This is the best time to view Mercury since it will be at its highest point above the horizon in the evening sky. Look for the planet low in the western sky just after sunset.
Mercury is the closest planet to the sun and is a symbol of cleverness, intelligence, wit, and humor. Mercury is also called “Budh” and the word itself means wisdom. People born with strong mercury are intelligent and sharp but also have issues like anxiety and indecisiveness. As the influence of mercury is very strong, it can act both as a beneficiary for you and can also be harmful in other aspects.
Planet Mercury is a ruler of communication. It will deeply affect your day-to-day expression and communication activities. That is why professions demanding orator skills are very preferable for people with dominant and favorably placed mercury. It is a planet famous for its indecisive nature. Thus, it makes it difficult for a person to stick to a mundane job and needs something challenging and interesting field to work in with full energy. Mercury attracts professions requiring logical reasoning, coordination, and sharp skills. It is the governing planet of the zodiac signs, Virgo, and Gemini.
August 2023 Astrological Events – Perseids Meteor Shower
August 12, 13 – Perseids Meteor Shower. The Perseids is one of the best meteor showers to observe, producing up to 60 meteors per hour at its peak. It is produced by the comet Swift-Tuttle, which was discovered in 1862. The Perseids are famous for producing a large number of bright meteors.
The Perseid Meteor Shower is an annual reminder to confront conflicts head-on in our personal life—as well as within the larger contexts of our families, friends, communities, and, of course, the world. Meteor showers symbolize beauty rising from ashes. Meteor showers represent the spiritual insights and wisdom gained from looking deep within the shadows of ourselves and our world. They also invite us to create new ideas and beliefs. They’re like little bursts of aha moments.
August 2023 Astrological Events – New Moon
August 16 – New Moon. The Moon will be located on the same side of the Earth as the Sun and will not be visible in the night sky. This is the best time of the month to observe faint objects such as galaxies and star clusters because there is no moonlight to interfere.
The New Moon phase is a more introspective time and represents new beginnings as we plant seeds for the future. It’s a good time to set clear intentions for the month ahead, clarify your goals, start new projects, and acknowledge your growth since the previous New Moon.
August 2023 Astrological Events – Full Moon, Super Moon, Blue Moon
August 31 – Full Moon, Super Moon, Blue Moon. The Moon will be located on the opposite side of the Earth as the Sun and its face will be fully illuminated. This is also the third of four Super Moons for 2023. The Moon will be near its closest approach to the Earth and may look slightly larger and brighter than usual. Since this is the second Full Moon in the same month, it is sometimes referred to as a Blue Moon.
A Blue Moon in particular is a time when secrets come to light. If the secrets are wonderful and special, like a proposal or a new baby, this can be a deeply romantic moment. If the secrets are of the unfaithful kind, they could be detrimental to your partnerships.
August 2023 Astrological Events – A Period of Ease and Success
In August, the signs of water and earth are going through a period of ease and success. Some will get to know people who have the power to help them carry out their projects. Others will have opportunities to evolve. Beautiful encounters will happen.