Horoscope For Today: Saturday, August 23, 2025

Happy Virgo new moon! As the summer winds down and the harvest season begins, the fruits of our labor become more evident.

The shift from dramatic, proud Leo season to the slower, more strategic pace of Virgo season is undeniable. It’s the time of year we all tend to associate with a return to the classroom, at which time our priorities change. Suddenly, it’s less about pleasure and more about productivity.

While this new moon is strictly that (a new moon falling at 0° Virgo, the earliest and purest possible degree), it is also something of a preview for a breathtaking cosmic event taking place late next month: the solar eclipse at 29° Virgo, which, as the final or so-called anaretic degree, represents a stark ending.

It is rare that a chapter of time is marked with such clear precision in the heavens. Yet here we are. Amidst a larger story currently being played out on the Virgo-Pisces nodal axis, we have a small yet certainly not insignificant subplot unfolding over the next month.

Anyone with major placements in the very early degrees of the mutable signs—Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces—is guaranteed to feel this one.

But before we get ahead of ourselves, let’s rewind and take a look at the celestial calendar of today, from midnight on the East Coast.

The moon is still sitting at 29° Leo until 1:25 AM EST, at which point it conjoins the sun at 0° Virgo. The exact moment of the new moon is shortly after, at 2:06 AM. This critical time marks a new beginning in the areas of our lives associated with learning, communication, service, and health.

Consider it a chance to wipe the slate clean and begin a new phase in your wellness journey, launch a new writing project, or head back to the classroom—literally or metaphorically.

Meanwhile, retrograde Pluto in Aquarius is forming a trine to 1° Uranus in Gemini; with both outer planets now in air signs, there is a strong emphasis on fast communication to the masses. Unfortunately, both planets are known for their unpredictability—and the chaos and destruction they tend to leave in their wake.

This positive aspect between the two indicates some potential for mediation and mutual understanding, but until Pluto goes direct, it’s bound to be slow going. It’s time now to be patient and trust that the collective desire for change is enough to get things moving. After all, Rome wasn’t built in a day.

Read the following mini-forecast for your rising sign if you want to understand how to make the most of this very significant moment.

Aries

As the new moon unfolds in your sixth house, you begin a sweeping new chapter in your journey as it pertains to communication, ritual, health, and wellness, with particular focus on the small details. Though you might often become overwhelmed and frustrated if you’re not immediately good at something, you’re being encouraged to start small, take the first steps, and have faith that even your biggest dreams are attainable. Put your plan of action into writing or verbalize your goals to a trusted friend; this makes the commitment real for you and helps to hold you accountable should you ever wish to give up.

Meanwhile, retrograde Pluto in your eleventh house is making a trine to Uranus in your third, reflecting the massive changes to your social environment and the way you communicate your ideals. You may find yourself more isolated than usual—but for every fairweather friend you lose, there are three more who will fill that gap and provide a solid, foundational support system on which to build your new life.

Taurus

Today’s dramatic new moon in your fifth house represents a blank slate in your romantic and creative life—and an auspicious time to conceive, if you and your partner are trying to start a family. Furthermore, it provides a valuable opportunity to clarify and communicate your ideals with the people in your life—and perhaps more importantly, with yourself. If you’ve been afraid to boldly confess your feelings to a friend, today is the day to get it off your chest; if you’re already in a relationship, today might be the day you commit to exclusivity or make some sort of ultimatum with each other. If you’ve been sitting on an idea for a new creative side hustle, trust that your vision is possible. In fact, there’s a strong chance it will fill a gap that is desperately needed in the world. All you need to do is take the first steps. It’s an ideal time to physically write down your goals and dreams, believing that while they may seem daunting right now, they are ultimately achievable.

Meanwhile, with retrograde Pluto in your tenth house forming a trine to Uranus in your second, your career is undergoing some major growing pains, but you can trust that prosperity and abundance is on the other side of the dysfunction. You may feel as though you are walking blindly right now, but it will all make sense in retrospect.

Gemini

As today’s new moon takes place in your fourth house, you’re being catalyzed into a new era related to your family and domestic life. For some, this will be highly literal: selling a home or property, moving into a new house, tying the knot with your partner, or bringing new life into the world. For others, this new beginning will be experienced internally, as you examine your vision board and get more strategic about the future you’ve been dreaming about. When you imagine your dream home, what does it look like? Commit your plans into writing and refuse to settle, even if your peers or family members are encouraging you to lower your expectations. Believe that it is possible to achieve the home and lifestyle of your dreams.

This is a time, in general, where your own identity and beliefs are highlighted very strongly—and with retrograde Pluto in your ninth house forming a trine to Uranus in your first, you are likely struggling with tension between your cultural or religious community and the autonomous journey you are currently about to embark on. A good rule of thumb? Only take criticism from people who you would also take advice from. Not everyone knows what is best for you.

Cancer

This new moon is kickstarting a markedly important new chapter in your life, one in which you have an immense amount of control of the narrative. By your own initiative you can change the things you dislike about your local environment, perhaps by choosing once and for all to move out of your hometown or bring your siblings along on a cross-country move. Commit your dreams to action and keep alert for opportunities to turn your vision board into reality; this is a time when you may feel it is possible to literally speak things into existence. Your words carry extra power and weight right now, so avoid careless pettiness and try not to pick fights.

With Pluto stationed retrograde in your eighth house, forming a trine to Uranus in your twelfth house, your internal state may be a bit dark and somber; you’re encouraged to explore the depths of your unconscious and learn more about your triggers so you can work through your trauma more effectively. If you aren’t already speaking to a therapist, this may be a useful tool to add to your repertoire. A daily journaling practice, like The Artist’s Way, may also help to hold yourself accountable as you struggle to balance your emotions. Your entire life is in flux right now. Give yourself some grace.

Leo

Today the new moon lights up your second house, setting the stage for a new era of abundance that is more than possible now if you truly commit to creating financial change for yourself. While some of you might see a wild increase in cash flow today, it’s more likely that you’ll meet with a financial advisor, start a high-paying job, or take your side hustle full-time under this particular lunation, which marks a very clear-cut economic beginning for you. Barring other negative aspects in your natal chart, you’re likely to experience this positively—and even if you’re struggling financially right now, you’ll begin to adapt to your new lifestyle and commit to frugality with practical and level-headed acceptance, rather than feeling frustrated and entitled. You take money more seriously now, not as something to be thrown around casually but something to steward well and express gratitude for—because it might not always be there. Don’t be afraid to communicate your fears about money to your therapist or a trusted friend who will hold you accountable the next time you feel compelled to splurge at Sephora or self-soothe with Uber Eats.

Meanwhile, retrograde Pluto in your seventh house is making a trine with Uranus in your eleventh house, so you can expect challenges and disruptions with your social circle and your partner alike. This is to be expected when you’re undergoing big life changes, especially those related to finances; you may need to remove yourself from a toxic friend group that encourages reckless spending or break up with a partner who is sapping your emotional energy and expecting you to fund their lifestyle.

Virgo

Today’s new moon marks a highly significant turning point for you, as it lights up your first house and emphasizes a major change in your physical and psychological identity. For some of you, this will manifest in the form of a literal illness or injury that alters your appearance and forces you to adapt to limitations. For others, the change will be experienced on a more internal level, as your roles begin to shift and you are introduced to more opportunities to take on leadership roles, especially in relation to communication, health, and writing. It’s a good time to commit to making some practical steps on your wellness journey, such as signing up for Pilates classes or cutting back on unhealthy binge eating. Even if you don’t completely feel ready to be in the spotlight, you will nonetheless be forced into it on some level; consider the moral obligation you have to others around you and speak words that affirm, rather than degrade, those around you.

This is a period of time when, unfortunately, every statement you make will be parsed and scrutinized, so get ahead of the cancellation curve and don’t say anything in the heat of the moment that you might come to regret in time. This is especially true when you consider the fact that retrograde Pluto in your sixth house is currently making a trine to Uranus in your tenth, causing seismic shifts to your career and daily routine. You might be on the brink of fame, but it will come with some additional responsibilities that you need to be psychologically prepared for.

Libra

Today the new moon marks a fixed beginning in your twelfth house, confronting you with realities about your own mental health and subconscious that you may have been deliberately trying to sweep under the rug. Those of you who have been dealing with long-term unexplained illnesses may finally get some answers now; relatives who are facing hospitalization or imprisonment are likely to begin their convalescent period now. It’s a time to release your fears, doubts, and traumas, preferably through verbal or written communication, understanding that while life is not always easy, it always carries us exactly where we are meant to go. Pay attention to any symbolic language that appears in your dreams and waking life right now, even if you are naturally skeptical of over-spiritualizing the mundane. Nothing is a coincidence.

Meanwhile, retrograde Pluto in your fifth house is forming a trine to Uranus in your ninth house, shattering your long-held convictions and ideologies thanks to a new romantic or creative experience that has shaken everything up. If you recently had a child, you’re probably feeling this, too; the experience of bringing new life into the world is often a catalyst for a change in worldview. If you feel inspired to create art right now, it will be infused with all the lessons you’ve learned in and out of the classroom, as well as the spiritual and political convictions that you live by.

Scorpio

As the new moon lights up your eleventh house today, your dreams seem larger than life—and your friend group is expanding enough that you feel supported and seen as you begin to move forward in the direction of your most ambitious goals. Everything feels possible right now, even more so if you’ve been speaking positive affirmations over yourself and your loved ones. It’s a good idea to bring others into your creative world right now, as they’re likely to be aligned with your larger goals and willing to help you get there. You might have grown accustomed to doing things on your own, but you’re about to enter an era during which multiple perspectives are useful and in fact necessary. Everyone has something unique to offer, and it’s advisable to listen to your peers’ different perspectives rather than immediately discounting them. Your ego should not be running the show right now. If it does take over, you run the risk of speaking out of turn and alienating people who would otherwise be on your side.

You may not have the support of your family right now, with retrograde Pluto in your fourth house making a trine to Uranus in your eighth—or you could be dealing with the fallout of a beloved relative’s death. Your relationship to your family, and the dynamic in general, is changing astronomically. This is why it is so important for you to rely on your closest friends and allies right now.

Sagittarius

You might feel as though there’s nothing you can’t do right now, with the new moon highlighting your tenth house and bringing a swift new beginning to your career sector. Your professional life is about to level up in an undeniable way, particularly if you work in a space that requires a lot of very detail-oriented work. Your eagle eye is unlikely to miss anything important right now, and you possess the courage to speak up about your ideas in the workplace; don’t be surprised if someone in a position of authority takes notice of your approach and is impressed enough to offer you a sudden raise or promotion. You’re truly fulfilling your purpose right now, no matter what path you may be on professionally, and a lot of people are relying on you to parse the big picture and zero in on the small, meticulous details. The precision with which you communicate is not going to go unnoticed, so if you want the chance to convey your ideas to a wide audience, this is your moment.

On the other hand, your personal life is taking some hits, as retrograde Pluto in your third house forms a trine with Uranus in your seventh house, creating conflicts in your closest relationships and potentially triggering a breakup if you are partnered. You may no longer see eye-to-eye with your person, and if this is the case, you can’t expect your communication styles to align. If you want something different out of life than they can provide, be direct and honest about this—and go chase your dreams independently.

Capricorn

Today’s new moon strikes your ninth house, giving your entire life sudden spiritual meaning and cultural resonance. You may suddenly wish to travel abroad and explore your ancestors’ homeland, or escape your own country of birth. If you have been on a path of esoteric truth-seeking, you might finally settle on a philosophy that you wish to live by or a religion that aligns with your values. Or you may be doing the exact opposite: deconstructing a faith tradition that no longer serves you and building a new cosmology from the ashes. It’s a very good idea to express your feelings to likeminded members of your community, as you can grow very sick from your secrets, and it will bring you tremendous comfort and relief to know that you are not alone in your thinking.

You probably know on some level that your convictions are going to cost you—literally—and the planetary alignments of the moment somewhat validate that fear: retrograde Pluto in your second house is forming a trine to Uranus in your sixth, meaning that you will very likely have to change your daily routine or leave an emotionally unsatisfying workplace in order to feel as though you are truly walking in alignment with your deeply held beliefs and values.

Aquarius

The new moon today marks a significant new era in your eighth house, so you can expect news regarding shared resources, inheritance, debt, and mortality. There are few guaranteed things in life, but we all know the old adage about death and taxes. Today, it’s a good idea to get all the hard stuff out of the way. If you’ve been putting off writing your will, it might be time to release that burden and face it head on. If you have a lot of debt to pay off, start small and don’t get overwhelmed; today is all about laying the groundwork and taking baby steps, not getting in the deep end. Make a smart, savvy plan regarding your financial future and walk confidently forward, knowing that everything gets easier the more you do it—and even the most depressing things, like estate planning, are no exception. If you can make a clear, verbal commitment to change, or write down your goals, you’re all the more likely to achieve them.

Meanwhile, retrograde Pluto in your first house is making a trine to Uranus in your fifth, so it’s difficult to overstate how dramatic your identity and role changes are going to be, especially in relation to your children, your creative projects, and any short-term romantic partners. Be aware that everything you do is going to reflect back on the people around you, and make decisions with that knowledge in mind.

Pisces

Today’s new moon in your seventh house all but guarantees a new beginning in romance, even if you don’t see it coming. If you’ve been casually seeing someone, they might blindside you by taking your relationship to the next level: saying the L word or spontaneously proposing in the heat of the moment. If your love life is dry, it might not be a late-summer love story coming your way but a dream business partnership—or meeting your platonic soulmate. They come in all forms, after all, and sometimes what your soul really needs is a best friend. Trust that whatever you put into action right now, with or without your closest allies, is going to work, and there is power in speaking your dreams aloud. If you are absolutely determined to lock down your partner and get engaged by the end of the year, start discussing it now. If your genius business idea has been dismissed by nine people, the tenth might be the one who sees your vision as the brilliant moneymaker that it is.

Your doubts, secrets, fears, and subconscious trauma has been running the show in the background for some time, and with retrograde Pluto in your twelfth house now making a trine to Uranus in your fourth, you may feel it necessary to take some time to yourself. Go into hermit mode and prepare to spend more time at home this fall—or head home to your parents’ for the weekend to get some quality time in before things get crazy.