SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2026

ASTRO ADVICE WEEKLY by Eugenia Last

August 2 – 8, 2026

     ARIES (March 21-April 19): Take a break on the 2nd. Socialize, spend time with someone you love and embrace nature. Look over your investments on the 3rd and 4th. Tally up how much you can spend or save for, and put a plan in place. Dedicate more time to health, fitness and love. A positive attitude will attract the same from those you encounter. Extravagance and making promises you can’t fulfill will lead to trouble on the 5th and 6th. Take a step back and keep your money, precious belongings and appetite for indulgence someplace safe. Emotions will get in your way on the 7th and 8th if you let someone’s words infiltrate your common sense. Shake yourself off and focus on what brings you joy, not on what others say or do.

     TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Pay attention to what’s happening around you on the 2nd. Avoid situations that can cost you financially or physically. Use common sense when challenged or feeling vulnerable. On the 3rd and 4th, size up what’s involved before committing to a home improvement project or purchasing something you think will enhance your appearance. Being kind and helpful is free, and you’ll feel good about what transpires. An emotional situation will surface on the 5th and 6th if you let your ego or stubbornness get in your way. A simple solution will help keep the peace and solve a problem. Consider which skills you enjoy using most on the 7th and 8th, and see how you can use them to create something that brings in extra cash.

     GEMINI (May 21-June 20): You’ll be taken advantage of on the 2nd if you are too accommodating. Put your energy in a place where you’ll get back as much as you give. Balance is the key to a happy ending. Stop talking on the 3rd and 4th, and let your actions lead the way. Put your heart and soul into what you do and believe in, and the rewards will be forthcoming. Don’t let your ego cost you on the 5th and 6th. Bragging or committing to something you cannot do will make you look bad. Stick to what’s doable. Honesty is in your best interest. Change is up to you on the 7th and 8th. Check out your availability and do what makes the most sense. Romance is in the stars.

     CANCER (June 21-July 22): Speak up on the 2nd. Share your intentions and feelings, and show how much you care. Refuse to let little annoyances stand between you and someone you love. Make peace and appreciation your mantra. Be aware of the people and environment around you on the 3rd and 4th. Be reticent to share personal information, beliefs or lifestyle choices, and be leery of those asking you for donations or contributions. Pick your associates with care. Emotional spending will set you back on the 5th and 6th. Concentrate more on self and home improvements rather than trying to change others. On the 7th and 8th, a change to your schedule or routine will help you save. Discard, declutter and sell off what you no longer use. Simplifying your life will be liberating.

     LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Pay attention to detail on the 2nd. Learn all you can before you discuss matters that have stipulations or require forms, registrations or any other affiliation with institutions. Recognize possibilities on the 3rd and 4th. Incorporate what’s necessary to make transitions run smoothly, and your ideas will flourish. Reach out to those who have something to contribute, but only ask for what’s necessary to avoid someone trying to take over. An emotional setback is likely on the 5th and 6th if you let your ego or emotions dictate your reaction. Let situations play out before you act. Patience is a virtue. On the 7th and 8th, you’ll connect with people who have something special to offer if you participate in events that can help you further your agenda.

     VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): On the 2nd, address issues that concern joint money matters. Put together a plan that encourages you to live within your means and get along better with those you are connected to emotionally and financially. Creative thinking will help you eliminate your worries on the 3rd and 4th. Invest more time in your emotional and physical well-being. Incorporate a healthy diet and exercise program into your daily routine. Take the initiative to learn on the 5th and 6th. Don’t rely on what others tell you; firsthand information from a reliable source is golden. Confusion will set in on the 7th and 8th if you don’t ask questions. Getting your facts straight and your options in place will put your mind at ease and encourage you to secure your earning potential.

     LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Verify facts on the 2nd before passing along information or making a move or an acquisition that can affect your relationships with family, friends and associates. Show compassion and understanding to ensure gratitude and sympathy in return. You can force issues on the 3rd and 4th by following through and doing the work it takes to reach your objective, regardless of whether others contribute. Rethink your budget on the 5th and 6th, and don’t buy into anything that isn’t going to help you further your agenda. Offer suggestions, but focus on your needs first. Take the initiative on the 7th and 8th. An open, peaceful approach will get you further ahead than trying to use force. A change of heart will make you question your loyalty.

     SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Emotions and ego will flare up on the 2nd if you attend events that cause you to question your beliefs. Get your facts straight before you engage in a battle with the opposition. Pay attention to detail. Put more time and effort into work and meeting your deadlines on the 3rd and 4th, and you’ll avoid being questioned by someone in a position of authority. Anger won’t solve problems, but well-thought-out solutions will. Pay more attention to the ones you love on the 5th and 6th. Show gratitude over attitude and be willing to compromise. Choose peace over discord. Get your personal papers in order on the 7th and 8th. You’ll feel much better knowing you are prepared for whatever comes your way. Declutter, discard and donate what you no longer use.

     SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Frustration and anger will mount on the 2nd if you enforce aggressive behavior. Don’t lose sight of your goals and choose a quid pro quo attitude that will make those you want something from feel they are getting an equal return. Host an event or attend a function on the 3rd and 4th that allows you to bring your talents and skills out front for all to see. Work and how you use your earnings will backfire on the 5th and 6th if you are excessive or overreact. Joint ventures and shared expenses will set you back. Put your energy to work for you on the 7th and 8th. Do the grunt work, and you’ll gain a position at a higher level. Celebrate your success with someone you love.

     CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Think before you act or say something you’ll regret on the 2nd. You can be direct and honest without being mean. Focus on mindfulness, compassion and being the best version of yourself. Take notes on the 3rd and 4th; formulate a plan that encourages you to use your experience, knowledge and skills to win favors, not force. Update your qualifications to ensure you maintain a leadership position within your circle. On the 5th and 6th, home improvements that make your life easier and enhance your relationships with those you live with or near will ease stress. On the 7th and 8th, attend a lecture, course or event that enlightens you and encourages you to veer off in a direction that makes earning a living more enjoyable.

     AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put more time and effort into looking and feeling your best on the 2nd, and you will meet people heading in a similar direction. Explore the possibilities, but live within your means. An interesting position or idea will sprout on the 3rd and 4th. Turn something you enjoy doing into a money-maker, and it will boost your morale and your lifestyle. A busy schedule will have its perks when you mix business with pleasure. Refuse to let your emotions take over on the 5th and 6th. Choose to take a wait-and-see approach, and you’ll make better choices. Push yourself on the 7th and 8th, and you’ll open doors, meet interesting people and discover a side of yourself you didn’t know existed. Romance and personal goals are yours to discover.

     PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Pay attention to how you present yourself on the 2nd, and it will impact how others treat you. A happy, loving attitude will stifle a change of heart and senseless arguments. Emotions and money will set you back on the 3rd and 4th. Use your charm, intelligence and marketing ability to get others to pitch in, and you’ll discover a new way to deal with ongoing problems. Interviews or events will offer more than you anticipate on the 5th and 6th. A sharp mind and dialogue will help you outperform any competition you encounter. Take a break on the 7th and 8th to reconfigure your plans. Refuse to let an emotional incident set you back when you’ll gain more by using your energy for self-improvement and romance. Make love, not war.

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