Horoscope today, August 22, 2023: Daily star sign guide from Mystic Meg
OUR much-loved astrologer Meg sadly died in March but her column will be kept alive by her friend and protégé Maggie Innes.
Read on to see what’s written in the stars for you today.
ARIES
March 21 to April 20
Knowing who you really are has not been that easy – but a breakthrough can happen.
If you need to step away from voices that have been becoming too difficult, you can.
Saturn’s sense of inner security helps you make smart love choices, while at work, you benefit from the no-nonsense approach of Mars.
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TAURUS
April 21 to May 21
The moon and Saturn link up in terms of community spirit, and any neighbourhood role you volunteer for, or create for yourself, can work out well.
If you’re part of a couple, exploring a new local business venture together is a strong move.
Single? You already know the answer to a “T” question, so let your heart reply.
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Horoscope traits
What does your star sign mean for you?
Aries – The best and worst characteristics of the head of the zodiac
Aquarius – The traits you need to know for the air sign
Capricorn – What does this star sign mean for your personality?
Cancer – The key traits for the sign include a keen love of food
Gemini – The traits to be aware of for the sign with a symbol of twins
Leo – The best and worst characteristics of the fire sign
Libra – What does the seventh star sign mean for your personality?
Pisces – The key traits for the sign include an interest in the arts
Sagittarius – The traits you need to know for the fire sign
Scorpio – What does this star sign mean for your personality?
Taurus – The best and worst characteristics of the earth sign
Virgo – The key traits for the sign include loyalty and kindness
GEMINI
May 22 to June 21
As the planet of determination sharpens your ambition zone, you are ready to commit to tough goals – and put your progress ahead of others.
As soon as those closest to you see your commitment, support can start.
Passion is served with three identical food or drink orders.
The luck factor calls twice at door “73”.
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CANCER
June 22 to July 22
Admitting you have a lot to learn is such a wise move today.
This helps genuine feelings flow, and goals be agreed.
And a time of trying to impress others, or build up cash, in secret can end.
Switching family names, or dates, around can be lucky.
Neptune and Mars make a routine daily trip turn so sensual.
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LEO
July 23 to August 23
However many times you’ve tried a home or health makeover, this time it can kick in.
The moon is strong in your foundations zone, and this gives you a base of certainty to build on – in so many exciting directions.
But you must accept not everyone will be 100 per cent in favour.
Luck wears a nature-friendly badge.
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VIRGO
August 24 to September 22
There’s something about your communication today that makes the world want to listen to you, so seize any chances you get to speak.
A crucial question, when asked sincerely, will be answered in exactly the same way.
Jupiter and Venus show a step into an unknown love world is scary – but that’s why it’s worth taking.
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LIBRA
September 23 to October 23
Love can be kind and patient today, as you come to terms with a past change, and look to the future, with a partner.
New ways of sharing feelings, finance or responsibility can unlock new love levels.
If you’re single, a meeting near a stopped clock can strike your heart.
Dress to impress at work, as VIPs are looking.
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List of 12 star signs
The traditional dates used by Mystic Meg for each sign are below.
- Capricorn: December 22 – January 20
- Aquarius: January 21 – February 18
- Pisces: February 19 – March 20
- Aries: March 21 – April 20
- Taurus: April 21 – May 21
- Gemini: May 22 – June 21
- Cancer: June 22 – July 22
- Leo: July 23 – August 23
- Virgo: August 24 – September 22
- Libra: September 23 – October 23
- Scorpio: October 24 – November 22
- Sagittarius: November 23 – December 21
SCORPIO
October 24 to November 22
The moon’s in your sign and ready for romance.
You have a thoughtful sensitivity that’s irresistible to someone previously too scared to make a move.
If you’re already with a partner, direct Mars and dreamy Neptune draws out feelings you may have given up on.
Luck is strong where hands are raised.
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SAGITTARIUS
November 23 to December 21
A cheeky moon puts a twinkle in your eye and the one person you assume is off-limits (but you wish weren’t) can be first to respond.
Yes, you can end the day with a status update.
If you’re attached, dial down demands and find some simple shared calm, together.
A travel “No” is moving fast towards “Yes”.
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CAPRICORN
December 22 to January 20
You may not understand a friendship change, but you are a quick learner today, so keep trying.
Things can slot into place, including who should be the one to stay close to you.
Capricorn couples are intriguing passion chameleons.
Single? New love can have historical links to the law.
Luck opens a series of boxes.
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AQUARIUS
January 21 to February 18
Jupiter and Venus square up over your family zone and you can feel yourself drawn towards a home-based role that you always assumed not for you.
Take the time you need to make a personal choice.
Work voices that usually out-shout each other are now totally in tune.
Sudden outbursts can show who truly cares.
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PISCES
February 19 to March 20
Maybe you aren’t always the zodiac’s most adventurous sign, but that makes it more exciting when you are.
Today you mix travel dreams with creative skills and come up with something full of potential.
But protect your ideas, and energy. It’s not where you go, but who with, that makes a plan sing, and “P” is worth your while.
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