ELEMENT: FIRE
RULING PLANET: MARS
COLOUR: RED

Traditionally connected with Aries, Garnet gives courage and strength. It is an incredibly powerful protective stone, as it helps you see past deception.

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This month invites you to embrace the soothing energies of moonlit lavender fields and heartfelt laughter shared around a bonfire, with gooey marshmallows ready to be walloped. At least, this is the visual you should strive for or lean on when planning ahead. August starts off with a bang—an eclipse, in the middle of the Lion’s Gate portal, peaking on August 8. However, Aries this also means that a lot of high-strung energy is at play. Which means camaraderie could turn into conflict before you blink, and this fiery energy only propagates your inner fires even more. Your core takeaway this month will be to reach the root without being brash or hasty and keep kinship and relationships above all else. These are not only your truest treasures, but also the ones that will bring you wealth.

Power Crystal: Stibnite, for getting to the root of conflict with clarity and healing it.

ELEMENT: EARTH
RULING PLANET: VENUS
COLOUR: EMERALD GREEN

Pyrite is a wonderful crystal for Taurus, as it is said to bestow an abundance of blessings in favour of hard work and perseverance. It is especially attuned to Taurus energy, as it is an earth element crystal that also resonates with the fire element.

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Go easy on yourself, will you, Taurus? And while you’re at it, go easy on those around you as well. This month may feel like you have finally said yes to a new beginning, but now, all of a sudden, you feel strapped and unable to move. Well, there is a lot of cosmic activity going on with the retrogrades, the eclipse and the Lion’s Gate portal. However, your ideas are here for a reason. Your dreams serve a purpose. This month is about to show you what you are really made up of, and mind you, you will emerge pleasantly surprised at all that you are capable of.

Power Crystal:  Pink tourmaline, for releasing past karma and moving forward.

ELEMENT: AIR
RULING PLANET: MERCURY
COLOUR: YELLOW AND WHITE

Citrine helps increase intelligence, which is what the airy twins ultimately long for in life. Through the guidance of this crystal, Gemini will also be able to enhance their memory and energy.

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Your eyes have been set on something more meaningful and fulfilling, either the search for the unknown or something you may have set your eyes upon. Be it a better financial standing, a more comfortable life, ease and love within your relationships or anything else. The underlying thread this month for you is that feeling of self-sufficiency, confidence and your ability to manifest your wildest dreams. But of course, Gemini, there is something you must remember. Things flow to you effortlessly as long as you remain effortless and non-obsessive about them in your head and heart. The minute you become a slave to your accolades and achievements or even your ‘goals’, you feel like the world begins to crumble. This month is about you learning to weave your own carpet, in your own style, forget what you’ve been taught. Remember what you already know.

Power Crystal: Rhodochrosite, for tying loose ends and starting afresh.

ELEMENT: WATER
RULING PLANET: MOON
COLOUR: WHITE AND BLUSH

Rose Quartz is an excellent crystal for boosting some of the best traits of people born under Cancer. It is a stone that amplifies compassion, kindness, unconditional love and self-love.

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Closely attached to your blessed fortune is your belief that it must come with misery and hard work.  Cancer, August awakens you to the possibility of making choices that fit well for you. You realise that it is not how much you can do, but how much help you are willing to receive. You realise that it is not how you pack a punch, but ask yourself whether you really wish to pack one in? This month awakens you as the force that drives your manifestations and potential. The only thing you need to work through is making choices that feel right for you. Indecision never served anyone, and you, my dear, are not here to deplete your energy reserves but to learn how to nourish them so that you make the impact and live the life you really wish to.

Power Crystal: Dioptase or Selenite, to help you hit reset.

ELEMENT: FIRE
RULING PLANET: SUN
COLOUR: ORANGE, YELLOW AND GOLD

Tiger’s Eye is known as the traditional Leo stone because it is a creativity and positivity opener. It opens roads by allowing the lion to achieve confidence, positivity, and balance.

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This month is here to change how you have been viewing yourself, Leo. If you have been feeling stuck or stagnant in life, things are about to switch up. If you have been feeling like you have kept going despite the odds, you might receive windows of opportunity that take you to your next steps. Liberation and freedom are both here for you. Something major shifts, and of course, it is the Universe’s gift to you for your birth season. This change will not only help you rest your swords but also help you see through self-imposed limitations, bringing in breakthroughs.

Power Crystal: Hemimorphite, emotional healing and enhanced communication.

ELEMENT: EARTH
RULING PLANET: MERCURY
COLOUR: BLUE AND SILVERY WHITE

Smoky Quartz is one of the best stones to ward off negativity and resonates with the Crown and Root Chakras. Wearing Smoky Quartz as jewellery is recommended especially for people who are sensitive to negative energies in their environment.

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Your wand in hand and magic in tow, you leap forward this month, Virgo. You may have dived headfirst into something, and this month allows you to reassess all that has been on your plate for so long. The window to wait is gone; come the end of the month, you will be ready to embark on your journey to new lands full of opportunity. This month is setting you up for the next couple of years, starting from November. So whatever it is you are doing, or reevaluating, your birth month will bring in blessed changes ahead. Craft your happier times by asking yourself important questions around your personal needs and desires.

Power Crystal: Fluorite, for memory, exploring past lives and learning valuable lessons.

ELEMENT: AIR
RULING PLANET: VENUS
COLOUR: PINK

As Apatite is a highly-effective stone for increasing focus and mental clarity, it is the perfect stone to use against Libra’s indecisive nature. It also encourages positive self expression and communication especially in group settings.

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For the most part, August feels like your much-needed resting place. It is time for you to take that step back, it is time for you to retreat and prioritise self-care, and of course, incorporate some aerial yoga into your routine if you like— it will expand your perspective and revitalise your body while also nourishing your soul. This period of rest that your body will crave at the beginning of the month serves a purpose, Libra. It is time for your body to recoup, yes, but also it is giving you time to tank up on your inner fuel and strategise long-term plans and visions. You are ending cycles and stepping into cycles that feel new and unfamiliar but very well deserved. Going easy on yourself is what the next leg of your life needs from you—so that your ideas can take flight with precision instead of feeling scattered all over the place.

Power Crystal: Spirit Quartz, for balance, harmony and healing - like music to the soul.

ELEMENT: WATER
RULING PLANETS: PLUTO & MARS
COLOUR: BLACK AND GREY

Aquamarine is an exceptional stone for Scorpios, as both are associated with water. Its energy is calming and soothing, and is perfect for the overly active Scorpio. Wear Aquamarine jewellery when travelling for protection.

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This is your month to work hard and keep at it while also being the mothering force in your and your loved one’s lives. Scorpio, new seeds need a gentle kind of nurturing. Connecting with your inner self is of primary importance this month, as it not only opens doors but also helps you assess which ones you would like to walk through. Your abundance will be looking up in the coming months, and August is here to set you up for it. So while you hustle and grind, also remember to take care of yourself because, darling, the real action will begin shortly after. Make a wish, set up a plan, and aligned actions will make them come true.

Power Crystal: Amethyst, for mental calm and insight.

ELEMENT: FIRE
RULING PLANETS: JUPITER AND NEPTUNE
COLOUR: ORANGE, YELLOW AND PURPLE

Amethyst is the perfect stone for the ever-wandering Sagittarius, as it puts their minds and bodies at ease. As a soothing stone, it also helps calm the mind especially when rest is needed; it is an excellent cure for insomnia.

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Excitement and a deep sense of connection— this is what August is likely to bring to light for you, Sag. So what’s not to like! Well, only remember that this sense of romanticised life and perspective will need you to begin planning and objectively assessing your way forward from this point on. Expect a fortunate turn of events around the 3rd week of August, but be wary of becoming too attached to your laurels. Your life from this point on is a series of consistent choices, and you must show up in your full integrity and element to make the best of these. Even if slowly, you emerge into calmer waters and clearer skies. So keep going at your own pace.

Power Crystal: Rose quartz, for health and accepting love, including self-love.

ELEMENT: EARTH
RULING PLANET: SATURN
COLOUR: BROWN, OCHRE AND GREY

Onyx is associated with Capricorn because of its connection to the earth and its grounding energy. Onyx can help you harness your inner strengths and transform negative emotions into positive ones.

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You’ve got a lot of food on the table, probably more than you can digest, so pick wisely, dear Capricorn. What is it that you would want on your plate, because this would mean letting go of space or energy for something else that is less interesting or valuable? Jump right in to what you feel drawn to, and steer clear of what you feel irks you. Not every battle will need to be fought, no matter how hard it vies for your attention, and not every detail will need to be dismissed, no matter how minuscule it may seem. This month helps you discover a lot about what waters your soul and what sucks you dry, leaving you with the wisdom to help you consciously thrive.

Power Crystal: Tiger’s eye, for courage and balance, and making tough choices.

ELEMENT: AIR
RULING PLANETS: URANUS AND SATURN
COLOUR: BLUE AND GREEN

Turquoise balances and aligns all the chakras, stabilising mood swings and instilling inner calm. It is excellent for depression and exhaustion and also has the power to prevent panic attacks. It promotes self-realisation and assists creative problem solving.

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Think long term, Aquarius. You may feel rested, you may feel that tiny bit of clarity seeping into your life and your mind. Now is the time to sow your seeds and wait for them to sprout into huge trees in your future. Think long term —like one or two-year plans. What would give you emotional contentment and stability? What would help you feel creatively fulfilled and materially rewarded? Keep your cards close until you are ready to dive in and take that leap. Surrender so that you can allow the cosmos to weave magic in your dreams.

Power Crystal: Sunstone, for empowerment and determination.

ELEMENT: WATER
RULING PLANETS: NEPTUNE AND JUPITER
COLOUR: DEEP BLUE AND SEA

Tourmaline promotes energy flow and inspiration. It aids in transforming stagnant energy into positive vibrations by cleansing and protecting your aura – handy for empathetic Pisceans who need help to ‘shield their field’ from energy vampires.

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Your intuition may be on fire, but you are also likely to feel a little bit burnt out with the intense cosmic energies, Pisces. Your go-to strategy would be to ease your way into things. Focus on your inner strengths and grounded confidence to achieve forward momentum. You are in a time that is both nurturing and ambitious—able to care for your responsibilities while keeping your eyes firmly on your goals. Aim to balance control with compassion, determination with patience, and you’ll have what it takes to succeed—just stay focused, trust your path, and don't lose sight of what truly matters.

Power Crystal: Labradorite, for clarity of action.