The New Moon in Leo of August 8, 2021
The New Moon in Leo of August 8, 2021
The New Moon is a magical recurring moment when Mother Moon’s Light is imperceptible in the sky.
The merging of the Sun and Moon represents the end of a cycle and the beginning of a new 28-day cycle. It is the breeding ground for everything necessary for the growth of the next cycle, the phase of the Full Moon. 
This New Moon on the eighth of the eighth month falls on 16º14 in bustling Leo and is close to Sirius, our spiritual Sun and the royal fixed star Regulus, the Heart of Leo. This special New Moon coincides with the opening of the Lion’s Gate and this energy connects us with our soul and our higher Self.
There is something in the air, of an imminent change.
It feels exciting, but it also makes you restless and irritable.
This strong Leo energy can lead to willfulness, attention seeking and arrogance.
The challenging tension between the New Moon and Uranus in Taurus, charged with saturnal fixed Star Menkar causes sudden change, instability, criticism, loss, rebellion and chaos.
Happiness is not obvious, but despite this opposition, this special New Moon in Leo can create a new phase to start a new project or leave old habits, behaviors and beliefs behind in order to make progress.
The influence of this New Moon of August 8, 2021 will last four weeks until the New Moon in Virgo of September 6, 2021. The best time to make a decision or make changes is during the phase of the Waxing Crescent Moon, which is from August 8 to the Full Moon in Aquarius of August 22, 2021.
With the Full Moon in Leo of February 16, 2022 you can see the results of intentions with this New Moon.
Influence of this New Moon on all zodiac signs (Sun or ascendant):
ARIES
This New Moon in Leo falls for Aries in the House of Love, Passion, Creativity and Self-expression. This New Moon inspires and challenges you to live out your creative fantasies! A new romance, fun activities with children, family expansion or connecting with your own inner child is all possible. A new start for sincere, playful and sparkling passions, talents, hobbies, exciting encounters, love, everything you love, what your heart longs for. Retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in the opposite sign of Aquarius in the Eleventh House show that it is not just about you, but urges Aries to step out, to be part of a network of common interests.
Watch your spending pattern, because the Sun is square Uranus in your House of Finance….!
TAURUS
With the New Moon in Leo in the House of Family, Home, Origin and Security, an urge to find your true self awakens. Taurus wants changes, in himself, family life, domestic affairs and living situation. Your emotional foundation! In addition to restoring family ties, there are also changes in residential location and living situation, such as efficient new technologies and applications in sustainable energy. This New Moon also encourages you to look for your origin, country and origin, your ancestors, your upbringing, safety, connection and security. Where and with whom do you feel safe? With the New Moon and Mercury in Leo you are busy with a new interior or move.
Retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in the opposite sign of Aquarius shows that a balance must be found between private life and career. The Sun square Uranus in Taurus shows that you prefer to leave it with the old and prefer to go your own way, but nothing stays the same. With the Full Moon in Leo on February 16, 2022, Taurus sees the results of changes.
GEMINI
The New Moon in proud Leo in the House of Communication and Exchange makes Gemini excited and inspired to explore and experience. Gemini wants to make themselves heard with flair, but the most important thing is that you also give others the chance to listen to what you have to say. With your planet Mercury in Leo you are exactly in the right place at the right time to get clarity in the area where you live.
The New Moon also invites short trips, city trips, shopping or visiting siblings and close relatives, friends or acquaintances.
Retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in the opposite sign of Aquarius deepens your quest to see life from a new perspective by making plans to study, read books or travel.
With the Full Moon in Leo on February 16, 2022, Gemini sees what has changed in the vicinity.
CANCER
With the New Moon in the House of Finance, Taxation, Money, Valuation and Personal Property, Cancer is focused and proud of the fact that all earnings are also their own merit.
You can be proud of what you have, both tangible and intangible.
Financial ambiguities are clarified and Cancer receives all the information needed to make sound financial decisions. Retrograde Jupiter and Saturn are in the opposite eighth House of Shared Resources to remind you that money don’t grow on trees.
Your capital and degree of profit depends on the cooperation of third parties, such as customers, friends, associates, colleagues, mergers, agencies or formal commitments.
The Sun square Uranus in Taurus can cause a stir regarding loans, debts and personal obligations to third parties.
LEO
Your personal and universal solar cycles are in their growing phase.
The colorful New Moon in Leo sets the tone for the next twelve months, your new personal year, a special new beginning! The New Moon in your sunny sign of Leo awakens your individuality, charisma and bravery, self-confidence and generous nature.
This New Moon in Leo is in the first House, dominated by your personal wishes, needs and the physical body, so it’s about a new start, a new look or a creative project! Embrace your intentions and hold onto them. However, the Sun square Uranus in Ornamental can cause damage to your public image, career or reputation. Stay true to yourself and align yourself with your goals and ambitions. With retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius, the theme of cooperation, togetherness and social awareness is very current, as long as you can create space for yourself and your own needs.
VIRGO
The New Moon in Leo in the House of Cosmic Consciousness makes Virgo sensitive to moods and trends in the world around. This New Moon in Leo is the cosmic pointer to make changes and embrace new challenges with courage.
This New Moon encourages Virgo to go in depth in search for yourself.
Embrace transformation and purification, withdraw from the world in silent surrender to take care of your inner well-being.
You need rest and relaxation to recharge yourself and to bring mind and body back into balance. There may be topics that have long been hidden and avoided that require a solution. A wonderful opportunity to surrender to a selfless cause or charitable project, assist another or live a dream.
Retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in the opposite sixth House will keep the lights on so you can take care of yourself! It’s about your health and well-being!
LIBRA
This New Moon in Leo in the House of Social Processes brings hope and new friendships. Libra gets the chance to broaden the social network. New ways of collaborating to create something amazing, both online and in physical form.
There are also great ones opportunities to convince friends or business contacts of your plans or to make them enthusiastic to participate in a special project, in music or sports or something that gives a sense of belonging. These ideas will develop in the coming six months. The Sun square Uranus in Taurus can disrupt your social obligations.
The retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius remind Libra that there is more to life than just obligations, you have a private life too! You are not only responsible for the happiness of others, but all the more for your own happiness!
SCORPIO
The New Moon in the generous Leo in your House of Career shows new professional opportunities. An ambitious time for a career boost.
The best time to climb the social ladder and show the world what you are capable of.
It encourages Scorpio to focus on a new challenge, an incredible career move, or make other societal changes. Stand your ground and remain confident, even if you face headwinds and opposition.
The Sun square Uranus in Taurus indicates opposition from authorities and high places.
Retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius remind you that a harmonious home situation is the most important pillar of a successful career.
In the coming six months, Scorpio will have the opportunity to change course with this Leo energy.
SAGITTARIUS
The New Moon in the Fire sign Leo in the House of Study, Higher Consciousness, Culture, Travel, and Connections encourages Sagittarius to explore new meaningful avenues by traveling or studying, launching a website, brainstorming, writing a book about things that are innovative and future-oriented, things that appeal to the imagination. Be open to experiences and encounters on your travels and find the answers you are looking for. Follow the golden path of truth that lies ahead and that leads you to your true philosophy, faith, or course of study that suits you.
The Sun square Uranus in Taurus can cause your daily life to be disrupted, such as a different daily routine, work or diet. All those changes contribute to that new beginning.
Retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius remind you to listen to the people around you.
CAPRICORN
With the New Moon in Leo in the House of Shared Resources, attractive financial options can arise. The Eighth House is about everything you bring together with others, such as a joint income, tax matters, inheritances and pensions.
Together with Mercury, the New Moon urges you to take stock of the financial obligations.
Combinations of assets or a joint financial project may give you the opportunity to start over, get married or open a savings account. In the House of the Soul it is also about a sense of intimacy, of connection and the recording of promises.
The Sun square Uranus in Taurus, however, shows that romantic entanglements undercut or delay a serious agreement or commitment.
Make sure you are surrounded by people who will provide you with security and to whom you can commit yourself financially, emotionally and spiritually.
Retrograde Saturn and Jupiter in Aquarius in your House of Finance bring important lessons about resources, worth and self-esteem. You do not always need the input and contribution of someone else to develop your own capital and securities.
AQUARIUS
With the New Moon in proud Leo in the House of Relationships, this is the perfect time to take a new step in the committed relationship or start a new relationship.
Retrograde Saturn and Jupiter in Aquarius make you aware of your own limits.
The Sun square Uranus in Taurus can lead to a disturbance in your private life, family life or home, your sense of security and residence.
Aquarius feels the pressure of more work or more responsibilities, that’s why Aquarius is “less accessible”. Of course your work comes first and your interests are important, but you also need others in your life, both privately and professionally.
A new business collaboration, burying the hatchet with an opponent, business or private, is one of the possibilities. Entirely in Leo’s spontaneous style, Aquarius is challenged to create new connections.
PISCES
With the New Moon in Leo in the House of Health and Work, Pisces will make the decision to make improvements in the work environment and with peer interaction.
It is about new technologies, teamwork and new ideas in the field of well-being and the environment. The New Moon in Leo brings a new daily routine to stay on track. Think of it as a purification process, so be less stressed or less indifferent about yourself.
Retrograde Jupiter and Saturn in Aquarius in the House of Cosmic Consciousness prepare you for this inner journey of self-development. The Sun square Uranus in Taurus can indicate a disturbance in contacts, thought processes, neighbors and your immediate living environment. Make improvements in your lifestyle to work more efficiently and to make it easy on yourself comfortable by delegating tasks. It’s the little things that matter! Connect with people who make you happy and make you feel better, people who give you a boost!
