August is a month of transition, with end of summer heat ceding to the first signs of fall. To the free-spirited Air signs – Gemini, Libra and Aquarius- the air is filled with opportunity and challenge.
You may feel a slight change, whether you are an Air sign or not: you speak and find a deeper purpose in words, you feel your relationship burning with new life, and you feel new challenges to your free and easy ways in the world.
Problem:
You wish to ride the wave of cosmic currents of August, yet you are not sure what areas of your life will be lifted and which one will be tried.
Promise:
This pillar article draws the tarot deck into the fray, providing you with a visually clear and actionable map of what blessings, and what challenges August is going to bring to your life.
The tarot cards will shed light on the way forward whether you are about to take a big move in your career, in a relationship or just in need of personal development.
The Tarot Lens: August is the month with Power of the Air Signs
It is in August the very end of the Sun reigning over Leo, and the Moon rising in Leo, and Virgo. Tarotically, this is a transitional stage along with the High Priestess (intuition) and the Strength card (inner resilience). In the case of Air signs, it is an increased curiosity that is offset by the necessity to be patient.
- Gemini: The twins are in between two worlds: communication and reflection.
- Libra: The scales balance between harmony and decisiveness of action.
- Aquarius: The psyche is driving, but the heart is beckoning to get into closer touch.
Gemini – The Fluent Explorer
The Page of Swords and The Two of Cups are included in the section Blessings.
Gemini twinness is a success on ideas and August has some clarity in communication. Page of Swords is a playful interpreter, indicating that the new knowledge will come in unexpected packages-articles, podcasts or interesting discussions.
When Two of Cups comes, that denotes a partnership that satisfies your intellectual curiosity, maybe a study group, work project, a favorite friend who can give you a new point of view.
Tests: Seven of Wands and The Ten of Swords
The Seven of Wands puts the Gemini to the test of proving their ideas right in the face of attack. Do not allow doubt to silence your voice, but turn it about to polish your ideas.
The Ten of Swords, in its turn, cautions of possible burnout in case you pursue too many projects at the same time. Hone in on a single effort and drop the rest.
Practical Advice
| Focus Area | Action Step | Tarot Card |
|---|---|---|
| Pitch a precise, succinct concept to a top manager | Page of Swords | |
| Relationships | Book a profound chat with a friendly person you are close to | Two of Cups |
| Time Management | Allot a no-screen time/week | Seven of Wands |
| Journal insights daily | Ten of Swords |
Libra – The Balanced Navigator
The Justice and The Queen of Cups.
The search of equilibrium that Libra pursues is supported with the assistance of the card of Justice, guaranteeing the unbiased results in negotiations or any legal cases. It is time to sign an agreement, resolve a conflict, or a partnership.
The Queen of Cups is a card that introduces emotional intelligence, making you always associate with your inner self and with people that you love. Look forward to intimate, touching discussion that will enhance your relationships.
On this one, you’ll find two tests: The Hanged Man and The Eight of Swords.
The Hanged Man demands a hiatus. A career or relationship change may be stagnant- take it slow. This time is to observe and reevaluate and not to be driven by impulse.
The Eight of Swords tells us against self-imposed restrictions. You can be entangled with old ways of doing things or fear to be judged. Keep in mind: what you think is you create.
Practical Advice
| Focus Area | Action Step | Tarot Card |
|---|---|---|
| Haggle over negotiating offers with emphasis on your worthiness | Justice | |
| Relationships | Be yourself, express yourself openly | Queen of Cups |
| Mental reset day | Schedule a mental reset day | Hanged Man |
| Identify one constraining belief and question it | Eight of Swords |
Aquarius – The Visionary Reformer
Blessings: The Star and The Eight of Cups
The dreamer, Aquarius is given by a promise of hope, inspiration and new direction, a blessing of The Star. This month may be the beginning of a breakthrough in one’s own project or community project.
The Eight of Cups teaches you to take a step out of your stagnant conditions that no longer benefit you. Follow the tug of your hunch and forget the old.
Tests: The Tower and The Five of Pentacles
Turbulence is provided in The Tower. Something shocking like the loss of a job unexpectedly, a crisis in the family can knock at your doors. The Tower however also opens the way to new growth.
The Five of Pentacles assures that you are not isolated. Get an ally, be it a mentor, friend or networking contacts.
Practical Advice
| Focus Area | Action Step | Tarot Card |
|---|---|---|
| Pitch an original idea to a panel | Star | |
| Take off old platforms or followers | Eight of Cups | |
| Join a circle or community group support system | Tower | |
| Arrange a self-care budget | Five of Pentacles |
The book of blessings and tests to all air signs
| Major Blessing | Major Test | How to Use These Insights |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini – Page of Swords (clarity) | Seven of Wands (defence of ideas) | Prioritise clear communication; defend your ideas calmly. |
| Libra – Justice (fair outcomes) | Hanged Man (pause) | Negotiate with integrity; take a step before acting. |
| Aquarius – Star (hope) | Tower (turbulence) | Embrace new inspiration; be ready to changes. |
| Two of Cups / Queen of Cups (emotional depth) | Eight of Swords / Five of Pentacles (self-limitation / support) | Strengthen emotional bonds; challenge limiting beliefs and seek help. |
Government Insight – How Science and Astrology Can Co-Exist
The government venerates the sky and the cosmos, the sun, stars, planets, and their beauty, leaving the essential aspect of the universe unnoticed: the contradictory function of science and astrology.
Where tarot is a magical advice, the U.S. government agency called the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) makes data on heavenly occurrences that impact the magnetic field of our planet- a subtle aspect that can make people moody and instinctive.
To provide more background, reference NASA study on solar activity and electromagnetic environment on Earth:
Using the Flow of August to a Benefit of the Air Signs
Gemini, Libra and Aquarius have a twofold month of August. The deck of tarot is a very graphic depiction: the Page of Swords illustrates that we will have clear ideas; the Justice reminds us of just results; the Star promises hope and rebirth.
But the Seven of Wands, Hanged Man, and Tower cautions about the tests that demand strength, rest, and flexibility.
Takeaway:
- Accept the Blessings by balancing what the tarot says to you- be open, pursue justice, and have hope.
- Face the Tests with strategic thinking-defend ideas constructively, take a breather before making critical decisions and be ready to make unexpected changes.
- Use Table and Practical Steps to be organized so that every blessing is maximised and every test transformed into growth.
When you combine tarot wisdom with regular everyday action, August will not only be a month of challenges but also a strong starting point to the next stage of the journey.
FAQs
How can I maintain a tarot reading journal of my Air sign in August?
With a notebook, or a mobile application, prepare your cards, meanings and any journal entries that resonate with what you experience in everyday activities. Trends will be identified over the month that explain your individual story.
What in case I doubt tarot? Can it still help me?
Absolutely. See tarot as a reflection and not a foretelling instrument. The cards have you stop and look and think of other ways of thinking and that is worth doing whether you believe it or not.
What can I do to reconcile short and long-term objectives with the energy of August?
Set a weekly review session. Write down a single short-term step that promotes a bigger objective after you have drawn your tarot cards. This makes the lessons of the month contribute towards your long-term vision.