Virgo 23 August – 22 September

That New Moon in Scorpio, sitting at 4°35' and snuggling right up to retrograde Venus at 7°0', is stirring up some pretty intense emotional waters for you, Virgo. You're usually so grounded, an Earth sign that likes things clear and concise, but right now, there's a deep dive happening into your subconscious, especially around what you truly value in your relationships. With both Venus and your ruler, Mercury, also in Scorpio (Mercury at 13°41'), it’s less about surface-level pleasantries and more about getting to the absolute truth. And let's be honest, you've been working overtime with that inner critic, haven't you?

Your mental load is feeling particularly heavy today, Virgo, and it’s likely due to that precise Venus square Mars aspect. Mars, charging through Leo at 7°58', is stirring up a fair bit of drama or impatience around your public image or career. This, combined with the Moon squaring Pluto at 3°4' Aquarius (with just a 1.5° orb), means you might feel a significant push to transform something about your daily routines or health habits. It's time to spill the tea: are you being a bit too rigid with your expectations, perhaps? Your mutable nature thrives on adaptability, but you're probably overcomplicating a simple decision.

Later today, as the Moon also squares Mars (with a 3.4° orb), you might find yourself feeling a touch irritable or even defensive, particularly if someone questions your methods. Remember, your Mercury-ruled mind loves to analyse, but sometimes, a bit of letting go is more effective than dissecting every last detail. The retrograde energies of Saturn in Aries and Uranus in Gemini suggest that old patterns around authority and communication are being re-evaluated. Perhaps a boundary needs setting at work, or you need to re-think a health routine that's more about perfectionism than actual wellbeing.

The good news is that Sun at 18°41' Libra is sextile Jupiter at 21°28' Leo, offering a lovely flow of energy for collaboration and expanding your influence. Don't let that inner critic win. Instead of striving for unattainable perfection, aim for authentic progress. You’re being asked to release what no longer serves your emotional and mental clarity.