Get A Jump On Tomorrow, Your Horoscopes for Monday, August 2nd

We don’t know whether to say yes or no today as expansive Jupiter dynamically squares constrictive Saturn. We’re confident one minute yet pensive the next. The fanciful Pisces Moon clouds our path and it’s nearly impossible to find an objective reality. Thankfully, a lunar trine to Saturn helps us gain clarity about the future, while the Moon’s shift into spontaneous Aries at 7:23 pm EDT empowers us to choose a direction without looking back.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You wake up believing you can do anything today, but reality has a different tale to tell. Oddly enough, you won’t likely be surprised if you run into an obstacle. It’s as if your inner parent warned you to be more practical and you weren’t willing to listen. Thankfully, it’s not too late to change your ways. A more cautious approach to reaching your goals will take you further than running on enthusiasm. The trick to getting something accomplished now is honoring the opposite messages at play.

You might be tempted to take the day off today, but avoiding your responsibilities won’t make them disappear. The fact of the matter is people are counting on you now and you don’t want to let them down. Fortunately, your dependable nature motivates you to be there for those who need you the most. It turns out there’s nothing more satisfying than being able to show up and save the day. Being a superhero is better than staying at home and missing all the action.

Beginning a project is one thing but finishing it is something entirely different today. You can talk a good game, but sooner or later others are going to expect you to put your words into action. But it’s more complicated than it seems if you’re not clear about your own objectives. Nevertheless, it may be wise to set your personal needs aside for a while and focus on the demands of work. The sooner you set a sustainable pace the more successful you will be by the end of the day. Start off small and build momentum as your confidence grows.

You have high hopes today, but you could easily underestimate the resources required to complete a job. You might begin by putting all your marbles on the table, but this unrestrained approach encourages you to blow through your time and money without much to show for your efforts. From a practical perspective, planning in advance makes a huge difference. A little self-discipline right from the start ensures you will have what you need down the road.

You feel like you should be the star of the show, but could be dismayed to discover there’s no audience. With so many planets in your demonstrative sign, you want it to be all about you today, but there are other factors to consider. Instead of rushing around to prove what you can do, spend your time creating a solid foundation for everyone else to build upon. You may not be admired in the way you prefer, but others will deeply appreciate your contributions in the long run.

It’s nearly impossible to resolve the ongoing dissonance between your imagination and the current events in your life. Obviously, you know the difference between the subjective and objective realms, but you believe that your dreams could alter the outcome if your intentions are pure. To some extent this is true, but you still must start with the mundane now and work toward the spiritual, not the other way around. Maintaining a healthy flow between the inner and outer worlds is effective only when it’s a two-way street.

Seeking support and recognition from others is an exercise in futility today. No matter how much acknowledgment or love you receive, it may still feel like you’re not getting what you deserve. Nevertheless, self-esteem begins with loving yourself; instead of looking everywhere on the outside for validation, focus on your strengths and not your weaknesses. When you perform at your highest potential without expecting anything in return, people will sit up and take notice.

No matter how hard you work today, there’s still more to do. However, you might be further along on your path than you realize. Sometimes, you can’t see the results of your efforts right away, like when you’re climbing a hill. Until you reach the summit, you don’t have a wide enough perspective to see how far you’ve traveled. Continue on your present route without making any major changes until you gain the objectivity you need. Don’t veer off track when you’re so close to your destination.

All the promises in the world won’t overcome your current self-doubt if you’re stuck on a memory of a past failure. You may not have the luxury of engaging in a long, drawn out emotional process. Instead, acknowledge the inarguable facts and start from there. Be as realistic as possible about your goals, but don’t stop believing in your dreams. Persistence is your secret weapon in your battle against the clock.

It might seem as if the group process is hampering your progress today. Or it’s possible that people are really working against your efforts. Instead of trying to lead everyone along on your chosen path, you might have to give up your high expectations of harmonious teamwork. Don’t be afraid to separate yourself from the pack. You can’t get around the complexity when multiple points of view are involved. Thankfully, you can clarify your own trajectory by setting firm boundaries and sticking to your agenda.

Your career objectives may be in direct conflict with your personal goals now. Your job-related duties prevent you from connecting with those you love in the way you wish. Unfortunately, you must make choices because you can only spread yourself so thin. Normally, you could rely on the advice of others to help you with your dilemma, but they are likely to encourage you to follow your heart. Nevertheless, the logical solution is to accept that it’s appropriate to refocus on work for the time being. Once you can measure your professional progress, you’ll have more time to revitalize your personal life.

Putting all your eggs in one basket might seem necessary, yet success comes at a high price now. If you want to shine professionally, you have to prove you have the determination and discipline to reach your goals. Unfortunately, you may be distracted by a string of unimportant diversions that steal your time. However, no one is taking anything from you; it’s your decision where to focus your awareness. You’re standing at a fork in the road; consider the pros and cons of each path before picking the one that suits you best.