In Lucky Stars, TODAY.com’s astrologer Lisa Stardust highlights the zodiac signs most impacted by certain astrological events or placements. May the stars be in your favor!
Eclipses arrive in pairs, and there’s a phrase trending for the time span in between: The messy middle. During the messy middle, we feel like we’re on the cusp of change and awakening, but not quite there.
Within astrology, eclipses are moments of metamorphic change that usher us to evoke our fate. A total solar eclipse rose on Aug. 12, followed by a lunar eclipse on Aug. 28. This bridge between them is a fierce spot! We might be feeling “messy” at every level, astrologically speaking.
The total solar eclipse in Leo, which occurred on Aug. 12, urged us to purge our lives of what no longer aligns with our present and future aspirations. The upcoming lunar eclipse on Aug. 28 in Pisces is a moment of drastic change, as the moon illuminates the parts of ourselves that want to evolve.
The 16 days between the eclipses have been slightly chaotic — whether from fatigue, realizations, makeups, or breakups — as we release old sentiments and bring in new views. The time in between is a mix of the differing cosmic energies that cultivate turmoil, burnout and upheaval.
While we are all feeling the immense effects of these eclipses, four particular zodiac signs are getting hit in a more personal way.
Taurus is feeling the push and pull between their personal and professional livesGemini is unsure of how they want to evolveLeo is trying to advanceand Sagittarius is committing to personal endeavors.
Read below to find out more about how the time between eclipses will impact these signs especially.
Taurus 
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You have a lot of moving pieces and situations to take care of. All of these things need your complete attention at the moment, and the cosmos will make it a little bit challenging for you to give all of your energy to these matters, so it’s important to prioritize. Although you may be tempted to take time off for a few days before the lunar eclipse, it will be best for you to work straight through that time. Many situations will need your full attention, which means you won’t be able to take the rest you need. In true Venusian style, you’ll manage to take in several cat naps in between meetings or invigorate your aura with a power walk to improve the flow of energy. The silver lining to August’s intensity is that R&R is coming after the eclipse, allowing you to rejuvenate your vibe and create a healthy work/life balance.
Gemini 
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You’re not willing to settle for the bare minimum. This means you have high standards for the work you do and put out into the world. The coming days will bring mixed energies your way, as you focus on practical and creative ways to bring your visions into the universe. It may take time to muster up the words to let your sentiments be known, as your pride stands in the way. If you allow yourself to assess the path you want to take, you will feel as though your career is moving faster. This will allow you to move to a professional high, with a whole new list of goals and demands. Most importantly, the pressure that you put on yourself will be low, which means you can focus more on your artistry and talents than fears. The caveat is that getting to a state of enlightenment isn’t going to be easy, no matter how much gusto you have. Be gentle on yourself as you move forward.
Scorpio 
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The week can feel like a blast from the past, allowing you to take a step into your future! For those going through some major financial battles, you will see a karmic flow and return of your good deeds. The eclipse gap releases pain and helps you take steps toward a career-enhancing opportunity. Investments can show a return of prosperity and a healthy step in the right direction. This will help you begin to release the feeling of scarcity through desires. The stars allow you to let past professional dramas go and let bygones be bygones in certain disagreements. Trust your intuition as you work through professional changes and future endeavors. On the relationship front, you are unsure about how to hard launch a connection, urging you to keep it under wraps. If you’re in a commitment, consider maintaining privacy to protect those you adore from public scrutiny.
Sagittarius 
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With such strong energy circling in the air, it can be easy to lose sight of what’s important. You may feel out of touch or frustrated by the current state of the dynamics in your home life, which means dealing with such situations is a priority. Remember to stay present and in your body. Look for simple pleasures. Allow yourself to relax a bit if you feel your stress levels rising. This will be a very healing time. This time is a chance to rest and reconnect with those you love. If you feel like vegging out and doing nothing with your relatives and partners, then do that. As long as you put your away message on your work email, turn your phone off for a few hours, and really commit to chilling and recharging your vitality with those around you, the vibe will encourage you to make decisions about what you want to achieve in the near future.