August: The Charismatic Leo and the Responsible Virgo
The month of August brings together two zodiac signs: Leo and Virgo. One symbolizes charisma and self-confidence, the other strict order and analytical ability. The common ground: learning to lead others without losing themselves along the way. Sigalit Malka, an energy therapist, explains how to do it.
Two zodiac signs are present in the month of August: those born between July 23 and August 22 belong to the sign of Leo, and those born between August 23 and September 22 belong to the sign of Virgo. "According to Kabbalistic astrology, beyond the fact that these are two different signs, these are also two stages in the soul's journey," says Sigalit Malka (Gustar), an energy therapist, Kabbalah teacher, and owner of the Derech HaRuach college.
"The sign of Leo symbolizes confidence, charisma, passion, and creativity, and the sign of Virgo symbolizes practicality, order, responsibility, and analytical ability. Despite the differences between them, they have a common correction: to move from self-absorption to action that involves giving and meaning. The big heart of Leo and the practical wisdom of Virgo create balanced leadership that is capable of leading people through inspiration, sensitivity, and responsibility."
Leo teaches us to illuminate the world from inner strength, while Virgo reminds us that true light is revealed precisely through humility, precision, and service. There is a fascinating transition here between the energy of the Sun, which seeks to express the 'I', and the energy of the Earth, which seeks to turn talents into meaningful action. Their correction is to learn that true power does not come from how much light a person draws to themselves, but from how much light they manage to pass on to others.
Leo sign: Turn the 'I' into 'We'
When Leos act out of a need for recognition, control, or a desire to prove themselves, they may find themselves in power struggles and feelings of disappointment. Conversely, when they choose to lead through giving, generosity, listening, and humility, they become a source of inspiration and attract abundance and blessing into their lives.
The coming year brings opportunities for a professional breakthrough, starting a new venture, or taking on a more significant role. This success will come to them when they agree to release control and believe that cooperation is also a strength. Kabbalah teaches that the ego can cause a person to think they are the source of light, while in reality, they are only a vessel for transmitting divine abundance.
Virgo sign: Release the need for perfection
The sign of Virgo represents precision, order, responsibility, and high discernment. These are gifts that can turn into self-criticism, worry, and a need for everything to be perfect before starting to act. The Kabbalistic correction of Virgo is to learn to trust the path, to understand that no person is perfect, and that mistakes are also part of the soul's growth process.
Those born at the end of August bring to the world a rare ability to see details that others miss. They are precise, responsible, and have a genuine desire to help, but do not succeed in this because of excessive self-criticism. It is recommended for Virgos to release the need for everything to be perfect before they set out on a path, and to turn criticism into compassion.
What is expected for those born in August this year?
Many artists and leaders were born in August, such as Nobel Prize winner S.Y. Agnon, poet Nathan Alterman, and Israel's sixth Prime Minister, Menachem Begin. This year, Richard Gere celebrates his 77th birthday.
For those born in August, this year is expected to be a year of personal development, as alongside the end of an old chapter, a beginning of a new identity will arrive. This will happen in the fields of career, relationships, and health. In the field of love, a significant year is expected. Superficial relationships will struggle to last, compared to connections based on truth, listening, and mutual respect, which will deepen.
Health-wise, this year the body will become a compass. For some Leos, there may be emotional overload, and for Virgos, persistent stress may manifest in the digestive system or muscle tension. The path of those born in August to change will pass through daily gratitude and connection to inner values. Whoever chooses to shine instead of competing, and to act out of a sense of mission instead of fear, will discover that the universe is opening new gates of love, abundance, and meaning for them.
