Your horoscope for the Total Solar Eclipse in Leo is here and Libra faces a major social shake-up
A rare total solar eclipse is taking place this week on Wednesday (12 August).
This lunation is a metaphorical force of nature that will be the definitive energetic portal of the year. Once we get to the other side, our mindsets will be in a different place. The only way out is through.
A total solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow on Earth that blocks the Sun’s light.
It is a moment of immense and drastic transformation, as the cosmos is giving us the stamina to take charge of what we release and bring into our lives.
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The path encompasses the Arctic coastline, Greenland, Iceland, northern Spain, northeastern Portugal, and the Mediterranean. They’ll see the umbra. The eclipse will be partially visible in parts of Europe and North America.
These regions will get a glimpse of the penumbra. However, it’ll be felt by all.
The solar eclipse will connect with the South Node of Destiny, known as the dragon’s tail, and austere Saturn retrograde in Aries.
The result of these astrological affiliations suggests that there will be divine intervention in our relationships to authority figures and how we commit.
With Black Moon Lilith in Sagittarius, the lunar apogee that speaks to our desire to fight against domination, and Pallas in Aries, the warrior asteroid, leading the journey, the solar eclipse is permitting us to speak up and take our power back.
It is a moment to be aggressive and strategic in claiming what is ours.
On top of the eclipse, the Perseid rainbow meteor shower sparkles in the sky, along with the parade of six planets.
The parade of planets is the lineup of Jupiter in Leo, Mercury in Leo, Mars in Cancer, Saturn retrograde in Aries, Uranus in Gemini, and Neptune retrograde in Aries on the ecliptic, enhancing our need to transcend.
Read your eclipse horoscope below...
Aries
The pressure that you're putting on yourself to be the creative being you are is causing unnecessary stress, tension, and frustration.
The only person holding you back is you, so give yourself the benefit of the doubt and squash your concerns.
Practice self-affirming statements to boost your confidence and artistry.
Taurus
Home is where your heart is and remains.
Now is the time to celebrate your family and dwelling by treating them with kindness.
Give your brood hugs and offer words of wisdom when they ask for advice.
The same applies to your house, so redecorate with tender love and care.
Gemini
Letting go of preconceived notions wakes you up by allowing you to progress intellectually and emotionally.
You would rather see others for who they are than pass judgment on them.
The same applies to how people view you — give them the chance to know the real you underneath the facade.
Cancer
Augmenting your savings plan will benefit your financial well-being in the future.
At the moment, you may feel as though your bank account is unstable and inconsistent.
The good news is that you're going to reap the perks of maintaining a budget in the long term, so stay on track.
Leo
It’s a brilliant moment to transcend into the fierce lion you were born to be.
The caveat is that you're afraid to leave your comforts behind.
On the road to evolution, don’t release the attributes about yourself that you adore.
Honour and respect the fundamental sentiments that make you unique.
Virgo
You're in emotional recovery at the moment, rehabilitating your aura and heart.
You aren't ready to express your sentiments, which is why you're keeping to yourself and healing over the coming days.
When you are feeling ready to re-emerge, you’ll be able to let your crew know where you stand.
Libra
Your social circle is undergoing a massive shift.
The eclipse is encouraging you to cut off those who are not in alignment with your values and beliefs.
It will be hard at first, but you'll be glad you are involved with those who are your ride-or-dies and have your back.
Scorpio
Your career is in flux, giving you the momentum to latch onto a project that will boost your visibility at the office.
You may take on more ventures similar to this task, which will enhance your professional standing.
Before you know it, the research you do will be your legacy.
Sagittarius
The summer’s intense astrological lineup may have put a wrench in your travel plans, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't prioritise taking a trip nearby.
Getting out of town is going to be the refresh you need for your wanderlust personality, inspiring you to pursue your personal visions and hopes.
Capricorn
If you're logging to merge assets with someone else, be careful and cognizant of their situation to ensure you don't get burned along the way.
A joint endeavour can be successful if you don't have the contract properly drafted by a neutral party who has no personal gain in matters.
Aquarius
Matters of the heart take centre stage, urging you to make life-changing decisions about who you wish to partner with.
Relationships may have an expiration date, prompting you to put them on ice for the summer.
Do not let others gaslight you or convince you not to trust your gut.
Pisces
You’ll find that your daily routine is out of sorts.
You don't have to stick to any ritual; instead, take things in stride.
If you feel like sleeping in, listen to your body, and if you have the urge to take a walk, connect with nature.
Do what feels instinctually right.
What happens if you look directly at a solar eclipse
As millions around the world catch a glimpse of the partial solar eclipse, it's certainly worth noting down how dangerous is can be to look directly at it.
Experts over at NASA have broken down exactly why you shouldn't look directly at one without specialised eye protection, and what exactly happens if you do.
Viewing any part of the Sun directly, or through a camera lens, binoculars, or a telescope without a special-purpose solar filter secured over the front of the optics will instantly cause severe eye injury.
Seema Eye Care Center explains how directly making contact with the Sun during an eclipse can damage the retina - the part of the eye that senses light and helps us see.
The damage, called 'solar retinopathy', can happen very quickly and is often painless, so a person might not even realise it’s happening.
Symptoms of solar retinopathy include:
- Blurry vision
- Blind spots
- Permanent vision loss
How to watch a solar eclipse safely
When watching a partial or annular solar eclipse directly with your eyes, you must look through safe solar viewing glasses, which are known as 'eclipse glasses', or a safe handheld solar viewer at all times.
Eclipse glasses are not regular sunglasses; regular sunglasses, no matter how dark, are not safe for viewing the Sun.
Always make sure to inspect your eclipse glasses or handheld viewer before use; if torn, scratched, or otherwise damaged, discard the device.
Never look at the Sun through a camera lens, telescope, binoculars, or any other optical device while wearing eclipse glasses or using a handheld solar viewer - the concentrated solar rays will burn through the filter and cause serious eye injury.
Of course, if you do not have eclipse glasses or a handheld solar viewer, you can use an indirect viewing method, which usually consists of a pinhole projector. This has a small opening and projects an image of the Sun onto a nearby surface.
With the Sun behind you, you can then safely view the projected image.
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Lisa Stardust