PLANETARY DYNAMICS

Sun transits your 12th house until August 16—a weaker phase. After that, it enters your ascendant, a powerful and fruitful placement where the Sun gains strength and boosts confidence and vitality.

Mercury, lord of gains, transits your 12th house all month. It's retrograde until August 11, which may impact financial clarity. After turning direct, gains and decision-making will improve.

Saturn remains retrograde in your 8th house, a weak and unpredictable placement—avoid risks and major changes.

Mars transits your 2nd house, bringing average results for speech and finances—watch your words and spending.

Venus stays in your 11th house with Jupiter (a strong and beneficial position) until August 20, supporting income and networking. After that, Venus enters your 12th house, which favors comfort, luxury, and spiritual inclinations.

Jupiter remains in your 11th house all month, strongly supporting long-term gains and ambitions.

HEALTH

Health may be a concern this month. Stomach discomfort and back pain are likely. Be careful and alert, especially if eating habits aren't disciplined. Mercury, retrograde in your 12th house until August 11, weakens both mental clarity and physical well-being. Alongside, the Sun also transits your 12th house until August 16, further diminishing vitality.

This period—especially until August 11—is challenging. Avoid stress, eat clean, and don’t rush into decisions, whether personal, professional, or financial. Caution and patience will help you avoid unnecessary complications.

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

August 1–11:

This will be a challenging period. Expect delays, confusion, legal hurdles, and health issues—particularly stomach and back problems. Mercury is retrograde in your 12th house, weakening judgment and increasing mental stress. Avoid major decisions, investments, or legal involvement during this time. Also, be mindful of your spouse’s or your own health—medical expenses may arise.

August 11–16:

Things begin to improve. Business hurdles start clearing. Job seekers may get positive results. Health starts stabilizing. However, with both the Sun and Mercury still in the 12th house, caution is advised—don’t rush into anything. The home environment may still be tense. Tread the period carefully.

After August 16:

The Sun enters your ascendant, bringing renewed confidence, energy, and support from seniors. Financial stability improves. You’ll earn from multiple sources, gain social respect, and take on leadership roles. Family and friends will be supportive, and overall progress will accelerate.

Jupiter–Venus Conjunction (Until August 20):

Happening in your 11th house, this transit will increase income, bring opportunities, and benefit job seekers. Gains may come in small portions but will be consistent. The time period from 11th - 20th will be quite beneficial for job seekers.

After August 20:

Venus moves into your 12th house, increasing spending—especially on luxury, comfort, or travel. Those in export-import, foreign trade, or working abroad may see significant financial gains. You might get a promotion or an overseas offer. Foreign connections will prove fruitful. From August 20–30, your finances will flourish, and you may invest in precious items or home upgrades. If you are planning a foreign trip after 11th or best after 20th August.

Caution:

Mercury stays in your 12th house all month—retrograde until August 11, direct after that. While things improve post-11th, legal and financial matters may still face some instability until Mercury leaves this house on August 30.

Summary:

Tough phase: August 1–11

Stability begins: August 11–16

Growth phase: August 16–30

Best financial window: August 20–30

Expect strong gains, luxury spending, overseas success, and increasing support—but tread carefully with legal and health matters until August 16.

REMEDIES FOR THE MONTH

1. Throughout the month, practice Surya Namaskar every morning.

2. Daily, recite the Aditya Hriday Stotra for strength and clarity.

3. Seek your father's blessings by touching his feet.

4. Worship Lord Vishnu consistently and every Thursday evening, light a desi ghee lamp in front of him.

5. Cook 1.25 kg of sweet yellow rice, offer it to Lord Vishnu, then distribute it at a temple.

6. Wear a yellow sapphire on the index finger of your right hand for better results in career, income, and overall progress.

The first 11 to 16 days may bring professional and financial challenges, but stability will begin after August 11. Expect significant progress after August 20.

Key advice: Be patient, Avoid arguments and confrontations, Protect your relationships—stay calm and diplomatic, With the right effort and remedies, this month can be both rewarding and transformative.