1 - August brings about conclusions. It is summer's end, but there is also something within your world that is being finalized. There may be issues from the past that are being resolved, relationships that are undergoing change, or feelings of loss. Whatever is removed is timed…so release any tendency to hold on to that which must move on and realize that before new elements can enter your world, space has to be created. On another note, there is an opportunity to provide guidance to others, take the higher ground, or be the spokesperson for a cause or function where your dramatic flair sways the crowd. As you allow gratitude to be your mantra this month, you will find that there really are many things for which to be grateful.

2 - There are new beginnings as you face the future with courage and self-reliance. You may feel alone or find yourself in new circumstances, but the opportunity to bring your views or leadership forward is favored. This is a time to plant new seeds and set your determination. How do you want to proceed? Pay attention to the way you react to advice or the input of others. Make sure you are listening with your higher faculties… not your defense system. You may be tempted to react on impulse, so think things through and count the cost. Then when all is said and done, you can be proud of your decisions.

3 - There may be a dramatic awakening or a sense of insight that allows you to overcome duality in some area of your life. This is a good time to make sure your choices are all about quality and about positive reinforcement. You may be tempted to react out of fear if something is delayed or doesn't happen as you'd expected, but when you place your faith in life as your partner, not your enemy, you will be able to gain valuable insights that can help you achieve your goals. Timing is important as well as the valuable qualities of patience and diplomacy.

4 - Something can be birthed this month. It can be a project, a relationship, the joy of interaction with children, or just you taking a look at your life in retrospect and seeing where the creative urge within you is in full bloom or where you have held back. By seeing yourself as the star of your own movie, you can choose to reframe the script so that it is more in line with what you would like it to be rather than what circumstances present. Color your world with joy, appreciation, social engagements, and being with fun-loving people. It's time for you to let your sense of humor loose and engage in the things that make your heart sing.

5 - During this month, you are looking at things related to the foundation or framework of your life. Where are they solid, and where are they wobbly? What do you need to do to gain more practical control? How can you be more efficient? There might be issues from the past that cause you to feel limited or fall into old habit patterns that are not serving you. As old tapes run, you can catch yourself and zoom out to a more universal viewpoint and shift your reaction. When you change the tape, you alter the reaction of yourself and others. This is a time to overcome barriers to your movement forward and to be willing to risk what you think you know to other possibilities. The opportunity is nothing less than transformational.

6 - August brings changes into focus. It is time to move on or to allow yourself to expand your horizons. There may be unexpected visitors,news, or an opportunity for a trip. The key to the month is to remain flexible and adaptable and to also make sure you are paying attention to things that need care. Read fine print on all contracts, get your car serviced, think before you act, and make sure you are realistic about how much time you have to get things done. When you overextend yourself, you may feel critical and impatient with everyone else. When you focus your energy into do-able projects, you can feel tremendous accomplishment as a result. It is an active month, so be good to yourself and your body. Above all, enjoy!

7 - Service, family functions, traditions and values, health related issues…a lot of things come up this month that call you to your sense of what you perceive as right and the "shoulds" of life. It's important to be clear about your role with others. Are you the fix-it person, the martyr, or the one who expects too much from everyone else? This is a good month to review your motivation for giving, and to recognize that life is a gigantic university. Each of is learning through experience, and what may not appear to be a perfect path from your perspective may be exactly the route someone else has to take to get what is needed. When you give from a full heart and compassion, you are rewarded tenfold. But when you do things out of duty and obligation, the resentment you feel will be blasted back at you in equal measure. Therefore, be clear before you take things on. Don't do what doesn't feel right to do. And when you do extend yourself, make love your motivating force. If any ailments come up, you have wonderful healing and recuperative powers for yourself and others.

8 - It's time to go within and ask yourself deeper questions about your life. Who are you? Why are you here? What is the purpose of life? This is the lull before harvest, so during August it is important to get rest, time with nature, and do inner work to prepare yourself for whatever is next. Knowledge is important. Alone time offers you opportunity to reflect. It can be a spiritual time or one that causes you to feel lonely and isolated. There will be tests now as to the validity of who and what you are, causing you to see where you may have developed an attitude about yourself based on misconceptions. But life will also support you where your sense of self is in true alignment with your higher purpose. Meetings with others can have a fated quality, and there may be someone from the past who re-appears in your life for resolution in some way. Look for the lining of gold in whatever is presented and use this time to develop a stronger link with the most important person in your life… you.

9- Directed effort, more organizational skill, and finding balance in everything you do is important. This is an intense month with a feeling of expectation about it. You may have things to take care of or be in a position where you are taking care or managing the affairs of others. Life asks you to deal with each issue as it arises to the best of your present ability. You aren't asked to be perfect…just to do what is in front of you. Recognize where you may need more balance in your interactions with life. In other words, all work and no play isn't good for anyone. If you experience lack of equilibrium, massage, music, and hydrotherapy are very helpful and restorative. You may be drawn to various forms of music that help you achieve relaxation. There is responsibility, but remember that leverage is a wonderful way of getting things done, and it allows for teamwork in the process. You can be acknowledged for something you've done and have powerful people come to your assistance. As you show up for what life presents, there may be some goodies in the mix, so don't avoid… enjoy!