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August 26 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Monday August 26. Read the daily horoscopes for your Sun sign or rising sign (ascendant) to plan your day.
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Your daily horoscopes for Monday August 26, 2024
Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Today, a quarter moon in Gemini livens up your communicative third house, giving your smooth-talking ways a major boost. Got a moneymaking idea? Take a couple hours to craft your pitch or develop a proposal. Draw on your storytelling skills to get your message across clearly. When you have it nailed, get those talking points down on paper or out into the world with a thought-provoking post. Keep your inner critic at arm’s length and write with abandon or dive into a DIY endeavor. You’re a veritable idea machine, so be discerning and choose one project to throw yourself into. Pick the one with the most potential to move the masses.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Today’s stars give your security-minded sign some cosmic support as a quarter moon in Gemini shines its beams in your second house of income. This lunar light is all about maximizing your savings, spending and earnings. Take a closer look at your budget and see where you can make some nips and tucks. For example, could you swap a few of those high-end yoga studio classes for a membership in a more modest setting? Pay attention to where you’re devoting your precious time, including your daily routines. If a good part of your day involves activities that don’t align with your priorities, scale back. Don’t forget to block off some playtime!
Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Late last night, la luna left your sleepy twelfth house and, today, reappears as a waning quarter moon in Gemini, where she’ll light a scented candle in your self-authorized first house. Have you been waiting for other people to sign the proverbial permission slip—or simply not carving out enough time to be with yourself? Reclaim your sovereignty and prioritize your desires. On the flip side, if you’ve been too much of a solo act, go circulate with friends who are likely to throw support behind your latest visionary schemes.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Ring ring! It’s your psyche calling—or maybe it’s just the waning quarter moon in Gemini? Today’s lunar phase aims its balancing beams into your healing twelfth house, supporting your quest to find peace, both inner and outer. Could you let go of that long-held grudge or maybe finally quit trying to force a square peg into a round hole? Surrendering your hardcore stance could bring unexpected miracles. But first you have to be willing to release it, possibly for good.
Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
The quarter moon in Gemini and your communal eleventh house calls for a crew review. Are you mixing and mingling with people who lift you up or bring you down—or just keep you stuck in second gear? Obviously having a high-vibe inner circle is the ideal situation. But don’t judge a gloomy friend too harshly if she’s been going through tough times. Just make sure you have a healthy blend of people in your orbit.
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Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Today’s quarter moon in Gemini and your ambitious tenth house moves you a few steps closer to your grandest aspirations. Take a couple hours to strategize your priorities for the week, from networking with the power players to crafting that big pitch. The clearer your purpose, the faster you’ll turn your visions into reality. Consider who might be worthy teammates or connections to aid your ascent. Once you’ve got your plan of attack laid out, start sending out messages to your potential recruits!
Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Cast a wide net! Today, the quarter moon in Gemini illuminates your international ninth house, giving you a case of globetrotting fever. You might impulsively hit the “Buy Now” button on a last-minute deal to Santorini or San Francisco. Or you could have an overdue FaceTime catch-up with an amiga living abroad. This expansive energy also encourages intellectual, philosophical and spiritual exploration. Your instincts have been especially strong over the past week. Revisit some of your recent intuitive hits and see where they lead. Have faith in the universe—and yourself—that you’re following the right path. Let perfectionism go.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Make prosperity a priority today while a waning quarter moon in Gemini fires up your eighth house of long-term financial security. Have lunch with a savvy friend who might hit you with some tips on investments and real estate, or pick up a book on money management and take it to the beach. Since the eighth house also rules shared resources, think outside the box for ways to join forces, perhaps with your S.O. or a good friend. Together you could build a stable foundation!
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
How reciprocal are your relationships, Sagittarius? Today, the waning quarter moon in Gemini lands in your seventh house of partnerships, helping you restore equilibrium to your closest ties. Go beyond the call of duty for a friend who’s consistently had your back. By the same token, temper some of your generosity if you’ve been giving way more than receiving with someone else. You don’t have to keep a scorecard; just get things in balance.
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Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Mind the minutiae today as the quarter moon in Gemini lands with a soft thud in your productive sixth house. Your plate has been piled high lately, and this lunar lift nudges you to get organized. Put more automated systems in place—and try maybe a few hacks, like letting your reminder alarms (and any assistants you’ve hired) help do the thinking for you. Then you won’t have to be constantly stressed about deadlines or worried about the task you might have forgotten. Sweet serenity!
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
Flirt alert! Today’s quarter moon in your amorous fifth house brings out your coquettish side. If you’ve got your eye on a special someone, la luna shores up your courage to connect. Have you been secretly checking ’em out for a while? Strip away those defenses and confess your crush. Your joie de vivre fuels your creativity, so follow any urges to showcase your talents. Bold self-expression is the order of the day. Coupled Water Bearers: How about an extended playdate?
Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Monday August 26
The waning quarter moon in Gemini illuminates your domestic fourth house, giving you the urge to cozy up at Chateau Pisces with your nearest and dearest. How about hosting a barbecue or staking out some sand to enjoy one of the last official beach days of summer with the fam? Reminiscing over days gone by can be grounding and sentimental, so pull out those old photo albums. This lunar light also reminds you that real friends understand the true meaning of reciprocity.
