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Tarot In The Stars Horoscope  | August 1, 2025
- Image by Vetre Antanaviciute Meskauskiene, Courtesy of Vecteezy

Astrology and tarot do something many need—they help us slow down and check in. While the stars lay out the big cosmic patterns, tarot cards tap into your gut, emotions, and now. Together, they’re like a weather report for your soul. You don’t have to believe in fate or magic to get something out of them. You need a moment of honesty with yourself—and maybe a little curiosity about what’s shifting today. Let’s see what August 1, 2025, has in store.

Tarot in the Stars Horoscope

Okay, cosmic check-in time. Today we’ve got the Sun in Leo doing its bold, spotlight-loving thing, while the Moon’s hanging out in Scorpio—which means, yes, your inner world is probably running deep… like really deep. Think: main character monologues and moody stares into space. It’s giving Shakespeare, but with eyeliner.

This Sun-Moon clash (they’re squaring each other) is stirring up some emotional friction. Your ego wants to shine, but your feelings might be whispering, “Not so fast.” You might feel super confident one minute, then suddenly hit with a wave of vulnerability or intensity you didn’t see coming. That’s the Scorpio Moon digging through your emotional basement with a flashlight.

Also in the mix? Venus in Cancer squaring Saturn in Aries—which is like craving connection while also hitting a wall. Relationships, money, or self-worth stuff might feel extra tender right now, especially if someone’s not meeting you halfway. But hey, tension isn’t always bad. It’s often the push that gets you to speak up, set a boundary, or figure out what really matters.

Meanwhile, Mercury is still retrograde (you knew it had to be), now in Leo—which adds a dramatic flair to every conversation. Expect passionate texts, misunderstood sarcasm, and at least one “Wait, what did you mean by that?” moment. Double-check your replies. And maybe don’t post that rant just yet.

Bottom line? Your heart’s loud, your intuition’s louder, and the cosmos is throwing a little plot twist your way. Ride the waves, stay real, and if you need to feel something extra big today—feel it. Just don’t let it drive the whole ship.

Today’s Spread

Let’s pull the curtain back a second: Tarot isn’t fortune-telling. It won’t tell you who to marry or when to quit your job. But it will help you see what’s stirring under the surface. And honestly? That’s where the good stuff is.

The traditional Rider-Waite tarot deck was used for today’s reading. If you’ve ever Googled tarot, you’ve seen it—classic imagery, bold colors, lots of symbolism. The deck is made up of 78 tarot cards split into two main categories:

  • Major Arcana (22 tarot cards): Big life lessons and turning points.

  • Minor Arcana (56 tarot cards): Daily stuff—your moods, routines, relationships, etc.

The Minor Arcana is split into four suits—Pentacles, Cups, Wands, and Swords—which represent the elements and areas of life. So if today’s tarot reading doesn’t click for you? That’s fine. Energy shifts daily. Come back tomorrow and see what’s new. Now, let’s get into the three-card tarot spread for August 1st.

Tarot 1: Queen of Wands

You’re in your bold era—own it. The Queen of Wands is that friend who walks into a room and just glows, and guess what? That’s you right now. You don’t need permission to be confident, or to want more, or to take up space. People feel your energy before you even say a word—and yeah, it’s kind of electric.

This isn’t about faking it or being loud for show. It’s about knowing deep down who you are and letting that speak for itself. If you’ve been holding back, this is your sign to stop. You’ve got passion, fire, and a spark that people want to be around. And no, it’s not too much—it’s exactly right. Be the person who believes in themselves so hard, it inspires everyone else to do the same.

Tarot 2: Queen of Swords

This card is giving clear-eyed truth with a side of “I’ve been through some things.” The Queen of Swords doesn’t play games—and neither do you, not anymore. You’re seeing things and people for what they are, and honestly? That kind of clarity is powerful. It might feel a little lonely sometimes, but it’s also really freeing.

You’re learning how to speak your truth without softening it to make other people more comfortable. Boundaries aren’t walls—they’re filters. And you’re finally filtering out what doesn’t serve you. You’ve got this inner knowing that’s razor-sharp right now—trust it. If something feels off, it is. And if someone’s making you second-guess yourself? That’s your cue to walk. You don’t owe anyone your softness if they can’t handle your strength.

Tarot 3: The Sun

Honestly? This card is just pure good vibes. The Sun is that feeling when you wake up on a Saturday with nothing heavy on your chest and everything feels… lighter. It’s joy without the catch, happiness without the waiting-for-it-to-go-wrong. And it’s about damn time, right?

You’ve been through the grind, the growth, the shadow stuff. Now you get to feel good. Let yourself soak it in. Say yes to the plans. Dance like a goof. Post the selfie. Whatever it is that lights you up—go toward it. The Sun shows up when things are finally falling into place, and it’s okay to actually enjoy it. You don’t need to earn this peace. It’s yours.

Final Thoughts

It’s a weird little mix today—big feelings, bold moves, and some serious clarity trying to break through. The astrology is pulling you in two directions, and honestly, the cards are doing the same. You want to be seen, but you also want to protect your peace. That’s okay. Just keep showing up as you are, even if it’s a little messy—because that’s where the real magic is.

This article first appeared on Total Apex Living and was syndicated with permission.

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