On the 18th, communication planet Mercury forms a supportive sextile with decisive Mars encouraging initiative and definition. Then the sun enters Virgo on the 22nd, giving us the urge to get grounded or make a plan.

However, with Mars in Libra on August 13, you should find greater ease in this as you will begin to believe your feelings are valid. Base decisions on what truly matters, rather than the financial status of a partner. (In this case, love truly is what matters most.)