Daily horoscope for August 26, 2023

Manipulating others could currently be tempting. As the passionate Sagittarius Moon forms a provocative T-square with pushy Mars and deceitful Neptune, we may not want to openly acknowledge having desires that aren’t universally popular. After Luna enters structured Capricorn at 9:05 am EDT, however, people might respond more calmly than we expect to when told uncomfortable truths. When the Moon then aligns with the upbeat Sun, taking practical steps to move forward should be our top priority — get some ideas ready!

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March 21-April 19

You’re capable of hard work at this time. Regrettably, as the sentimental Moon in your intellectual 9th house challenges driven Mars in your productivity zone, unusual beliefs you hold about your duties might be limiting your effectiveness. It’s plausible that you’ve lost track of whether these ideas originated from someone else’s unnecessarily rigid instructions or from your own free-floating anxieties. Either way, they’re probably out of date. Claim your authority to get stuff done in a way that genuinely flows smoothly for you!

April 20-May 20

Finding out what your friend group wants may be a challenge today. It’s possible that the only thing you’re sure of is that you haven’t managed to give it to them. Although you might understandably want to know what’s causing the sour mood, pushing too aggressively for answers could compound the problem as the attentive Moon in your probing 8th house irritates fuzzy Neptune in your social sector. Attempt to get an intellectually stimulating activity going — it’ll likely put a stop to unhelpful navel-gazing.

May 21-June 20

The most emotional person in the room could win a current family dispute — its first round, anyway. As the sensitive Moon in your relationship zone agitates theatrical Neptune in your authority sector, you’ll have to acknowledge that pure reason can’t conquer everything. Once you get past the unfairness of this reality, you can work with the world’s odd logic more constructively. Conceding on points that aren’t crucial may be just the leverage you need to make another push for your top priorities.

June 21-July 22

Cultural norms or etiquette could be hard for you to make sense of now. Perhaps you feel like you shouldn’t have to ask about this stuff — everyone else appears to be picking it up intuitively! Unfortunately, any problem you’re experiencing probably won’t solve itself. When the supportive Moon in your relationship zone aligns with the warm Sun in your communication sector, confiding in someone you trust should get you the guidance you need. You can’t be the only one who’s had the same concern!

July 23-August 22

Your frustration regarding a recent financial matter could be reaching a peak. When the volatile Moon in your impulsive 5th house goads impatient Mars in your money zone, you may be tempted to break away from someone who seems to be stringing you along. Although this person might have their flaws, there are probably things you can do on your end while you wait for a more reasonable idea to emerge. Tie up all the practical loose ends that you have specific control over.

August 23-September 22

Asserting yourself with family may be difficult now. Perhaps it’s obvious that someone’s feelings will be hurt if you rock the boat in any way, and you’re not eager to deal with an emotional display. Be sure that you truly believe the move you’re considering is the right thing to do. No one else can create that confidence for you, but having it could make a big difference in how you decide to proceed. Whatever you choose, you must be able to live with yourself.

September 23-October 22

Holding a secret inside could be painful at present. While the impulsive Moon in your communication zone tempts impatient Mars in your 12th House of Privacy, you potentially have a lot of intense feelings that are based on privileged information, making it hard for you to seek the sympathy you crave. Although you may need to make some decisions based on what you know, you can hide those changes in plain sight for now — a big announcement probably isn’t necessary.

October 23-November 21

Getting along with friends could be complicated today. While the delicate Moon in your 2nd House of Values growls at rough Mars in your social zone, you may seethe that your pals seem to be acting with disrespect toward something you take very seriously. Have you ever directly told them about your feelings on this issue, though? You can’t assume that everyone has had the same formative experiences that shaped your perspective — let them know where your frustration is coming from.

November 22-December 21

Getting ahead in life could seem like a high priority at the moment. What price are you willing to pay to achieve your goals? While the tempestuous Moon in your sign conspires with aggressive Mars in your ambitious 10th house, you might see how playing on people’s emotions has the potential to bend them to your will. However, stepping outside the usual boundaries can also go very wrong. Focus on building up enough of your own resources to do things the right way.

December 22-January 19

Carrying on an argument could be hard if you’re not willing to honestly own the less flattering parts of your present worldview. You may want the joy of a win without the discomfort of acknowledging that everything has pros and cons, including whatever it is you’re praising. After the magnetic Moon enters your sign, you’ll have an opportunity to achieve serious progress on behalf of your cause — as long as you stay grounded in reality. Avoid making promises you can’t keep.

January 20-February 18

Socializing could feel exhausting today. A friend or acquaintance might seem to be pushing you to reveal more personal information than you want to give. Defending yourself against intrusions, whether or not they were intended, can understandably be a drain on your energy! After the nourishing Moon shifts into your contemplative 12th house, take the first opportunity to pursue the downtime you need. Once you’re comfortable and relaxed, you may find it easier to see what’s really worth pushing back against.

February 19-March 20

Power struggles in a close relationship aren’t necessarily what they appear to be at the moment. While the visible Moon in your public 10th house calls out combative Mars in your partnership zone, perhaps it’s easy to blame the other person for being loud and dramatic. However, if you’ve been making little digs or leading them on with promises that never go anywhere, it’s understandable for them to be frustrated! Before you punish their anger, look honestly at your contribution to the dynamic.

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