HOROSCOPES: How Thursday's full moon will affect you, according to your star sign.

Natasha Weber is an astrology genius, and has predicted our horoscopes for the week beginning August 11. For more from Natasha follow her on Instagram and Facebook. 

Thursday's full moon illuminates your friendship zone, urging you to reevaluate the quality of your social connections. A natural leader, you like to take the reins, but not everyone is happy to hand over control. You'll either have to step back and allow someone else to make a big decision or find a squad that needs a new Queen.

Home is where the heart is when Mercury motivates you to attend to outstanding repairs and tidying up around the house. Once the dirty work is done and dusted, invite your closest friends over and spoil them with a delicious meal and a vino. Much pleasure can be gained by hosting a soiree or an intimate gathering this week.

You're always thirsty for knowledge Gemini, so when Mercury enters your education zone, have another go at accomplishing an academic task, office duty or online skill. This time, use what you've learnt from your past mistakes to slay your goal. You're bound to breeze through this time.

What is reborn must first die. If you want to be bigger, brighter, and better, you need to rid yourself of outdated behavioural patterns and expectations. From now on, refuse to accept second best. Thursday's full moon makes you realise that what you want can only be attained by allowing something (or someone) to fall away. Let. It. Go.

Amore is on your mind thanks to the Sun's kiss with Venus in your sign. A loving gesture or tender moment may surprise you in the best of ways. Rather than expecting to be on the receiving end of your sweetheart's adoration, consider taking the initiative. Showing your appreciation and being more affectionate will go a long way towards building the relationship you desire.

Your health sector is lit up by Thursday's full moon, motivating you to get more active. You'll be pumped up and ready to roll this week. The physical improvements you're bound to see, plus the added benefit of a natural psychological high, will spur you on. Pat yourself on the back, Virgo. And don't forget to reward yourself for all your hard work.

This week's full moon brings children into focus. Those hoping to expand their family should give conception a red-hot go. Others spend quality time with a young relative or attend to the needs of their child more than usual. If children are not a part of your world, tap into your inner child through playful activities. Let your hair down and don't take yourself too seriously.

The Sun-Venus link offers valuable support from a female colleague, peer or boss. You'll get far with a promotion if you approach a member of your girl tribe and ask for a recommendation. In the future, you will have an opportunity to repay the debt. But for now, allow your soul-sister to sing your praises and elevate your reputation.

Jupiter abandons its retrograde, catapulting forward in your sign on Sunday. A lucky break is yours for the taking. Although you've been banging your head against a brick wall, times are changing. Either an elusive goal becomes attainable, relationship strife eases, or a light that's been stuck on red finally turns to green.

Putting off paying a debt, or not facing the fact that your savings plan needs an overhaul, won't fix the issue. The good news is that Thursday's full moon helps you find a workable solution. Accepting a loan from a friend, a relative or the bank, isn't a problem provided you have a structured repayment scheme in place.

This week's full moon graces your sign, bringing an epiphany about how you wish to present yourself to the world. Whether you realise it or not, you have a special gift to offer. If you are clear on what that is, boldly step forward and share your genius. However, if you are still unclear, an online course, seminar or a book offers precious insight.

A mysterious new acquaintance enters your life. They may become besotted with you or place you on a pedestal, causing you to feel validated. Be careful that your sense of importance is built upon solid foundations. Don't allow this person to cloud your judgement. This week's full moon is working hard behind the scenes to reveal a hidden agenda.

A self-confessed astrology nerd, Natasha’s horoscopes, research and articles have been published in Today’s Astrologer, in addition to international publications across the globe. A senior member of the Australian Academy of Astrology and Cosmobiology and a member of the American Federation of Astrologers, she has presented cosmic updates for Your Life Naturally and has appeared as a special guest on podcasts, including Sivana and Healthy-ish.