The new month begins with the Moon conjunct Pluto in Aquarius and then moves towards a tense square with powerful Mars in Scorpio in the evening and early AM hours while a weak Venus in Virgo is conjunct the south node, which can mean something related to money / assets / values is spoiled…not a great set of aspects for smooth sailing on Wednesday!
Pluto is also in its stationary mode as it will go direct on October 14th at 1 degree 22’.
This makes the transformational energy of Pluto very powerful this month, particularly for people with planets close to 1-2 degrees of the fixed signs, Aquarius, Taurus, Leo and Scorpio.
If you need to change something fundamental in your life, this is a good month to begin that journey.
Neptune retrograde moves back into Pisces on October 23rd through the end of January, 2026 when it moves into the sign of Aries, where it will transit for 14 years through March of 2039. It is an opportunity to acknowledge what illusions you’ve been living under since 2012 when Neptune entered Pisces and shift into more realistic ways of thinking.
Uranus is retrograde at 1 degree 11’ of Gemini and goes back to 0 degrees 17’ by the end of the month, then in November it goes back into the sign of Taurus, a sign concerned with assets, money, security and the feminine aspects of life. There is some kind of reorganization of those aspects of life required during the retrograde in Taurus.
Saturn is retrograde at 27 degrees 43’ of Pisces and moves back to 25 degrees 49’ at month’s end. The contracting and exacting energy of Saturn gives an opportunity to revise things that have been in place since the Spring of 2025. No rush, so take your time as this aspect is in effect through the end of February of 2026.
Jupiter is at 22 degrees 31’ of Cancer and moves forward to 24 degrees 56’ of Cancer. Cancer is the exaltation sign for Jupiter so he remains positive though maybe a bit overly optimistic in some ways, still this is a great placement for Jupiter and whatever house Cancer rules in everyone’s chart.
Mars is in his home base of Scorpio and moves forward from 6 degrees, 12’ of Scorpio to 27 degrees 56’ of Scorpio. He is powerful and effective in this sign but be careful with your words between October 14 through October 20th, when Mercury will be conjunct Mars as that planetary combo can be sarcastic and cutting. Ouch.
Venus in Virgo is moving towards an exact conjunction with the South node on the 3rd so there’s some possible loss or disappointment regards values, money, assets and the feminine energies of the world. Women should take good care of themselves now and through the 5th as to not feel too lonely or at a loss for good vibes. People from your past could show up, observe and wish them well in all their endeavors.
Mercury moves from 22 degrees of Libra through almost 2 degrees of Sagittarius during the next 31 days of October. He starts in Libra, then enters Scorpio on the 7th and then enters Sag on the 29th so there’s a changeable shift this month from compromising, easy going Mercury in Libra, to a direct and not compromising edge in Scorpio and then more balanced and optimistic by month’s end as the little dude goes into Sag.
What you think won’t be resolved mid-month will see the light at the end of the tunnel probably by early December.
READ YOUR SUN SIGN AND RISING SIGN FOR BEST RESULTS:
Aries — March 21-April 19: Mars, your ruling planet, is in Scorpio, a sign he rules and assertively excels in. However, he is transiting your solar 8th house of loss, death, psychological secrets and life’s deeper mysteries. There’s a lot of mental and verbal intensity when Mercury joins Mars from the 14th through the 20th so watch your words and avoid conflict at that time. Use your energy wisely. Your best days are the full Moon on the 6th and the 7th.
Taurus — April 20-May 20: With Venus in Virgo conjunct the South Node through October 4th, you are a bit vulnerable now or may just want to be alone. Mars in Scorpio is opposite your sign so this adds to the sense of something feeling difficult for you. Later in the month Venus will be in opposition to Saturn, which has its own downer vibe. It’s important to nurture yourself and take a few days off to rest and rejuvenate so you regain your ‘joie de viver’ when Venus enters Libra, on October 28th. Your stellar days are the 8th and 9th.
Gemini — May 21-June 21: With Mercury in 3 signs this month, you will have many changes in your thinking and possibly your actions this month. Jupiter in Cancer in your solar 2nd house indicates an income stream flowing and so you are not too worried about that aspect of life right now. Uranus in your sign signals there is a somewhat radical change on the horizon for you that will likely begin in earnest in 2026, so don’t start anything new right now that you want to be a long term thing. Fortunately, your sign is very adaptable so you’ve got that trait strongly going on! Positive days for you this month are the 10th and 11th.
Cancer — June 22-July 23: Jupiter in your sign in your solar 1st house, you have some strong feelings of security and optimism about the future. This is a good thing as feeling positive about security, family and finances are paramount to your wellbeing. In fact, this month is a great time to entertain in your home with the Sun and Mercury transiting your 4th house, the same holds true for November when Venus is in Libra in that house, too. Days of good fortune for you are the 12th and 13th.
Leo — July 24-August 23: Transiting Mars has entered your solar 4th house which can be a great time to do some home renovation or remodeling, so men with skill and tools can come in and make some improvements to your home, the 4th house. However, with Venus conjunct the South Node in your solar 2nd house, it will cost more than you budgeted for. But that is life right now pretty much across the board. Saturn and Neptune, both Rx and transiting your solar 8th house, can be difficult and can also indicate some kind of loss is looming. Do your best to be responsible in everything you do and not go too far over budget. Your best days are the 14th, 15th and AM hours of the 16th.
Virgo — August 24-September 22: Venus is transiting your 1st house which is usually pretty upbeat but with the South Node for the first few days of the month it kind of sucks the fun out of it, both with your energy, your relationships and your funds. It won’t last long and by November you’ll be in much better spirits in all ways. Think of this month as a speed bump, slow down and let it unfold without getting too down about it. Uranus at the top of your chart feels a bit hemmed in by work and wants a change. It’s coming but you have to wait we are well into the new year for the way to be clear. Stellar days for you this month are the PM hours of the 16, the 18th and the 18th.
Libra — September 23-October 22: With the Sun and Mercury in your sign in your solar 1st house you are feeling energized and appreciated at this time. Venus and the South Node in your solar 12th house does cast a bit of a lonely or lone wolf vibe at the same time. People from your past may be around you during the first part of the month, stirring up some feelings of ‘woulda, coulda, shoulda’ about your life. We all go through this occasionally so shake it off and move forward with your best possible plan. Be careful with your spending as Mars in the 2nd can bring in many ways to be extravagant. Your days of power are the 19th, 20th and New Moon early AM hours of the 21st. The New Moon occurs at 28 degrees of Libra.
Scorpio — October 23-November 22: With Mars transiting your sign of Scorpio all month, you are energized and empowered to make something happen! Go for it! However, you’ll have to use diplomacy, not your strong suit, between the 14th and 20th when Mercury joins you and wants to argue with everyone! Remember the outcome you desire and use your skills to get what you want and not to alienate those around you. As Mr. Rogers once said, “look for the helpers”, and you would be wise to do that this month. The lunar vibes favor you in the PM hours of the 21st, after the exact new Moon in the morning, the 22nd and 23rd.
Sagittarius — November 23-December 20: With your ruling planet in the sign of Cancer, its exaltation placement, you should be feeling pretty centered and balanced for the rest of this year. The weakest planet this month is in your 10th house of career with Venus and the South Node transiting there. That vibe of loss or loneliness will also spill over and activate your 4th house of home and family during the latter part of October when Venus opposes Saturn. You might find dealings with your family sadly tense and tedious. Just be calm and take care of what needs to be done, no drama. The 24th, 25th and AM hours of the 26th are your best days.
Capricorn — December 21-January 20: Saturn has retrograded from your solar 4th house into your 3rd house and soon to follow it will be Neptune after October 23rd. You might have more contact with either neighbors, siblings or people you went to school with during the first week of the month. Complete any unfinished business and move on as this is the past. Mars is energizing your 11th house of business associations and the Sun and Mercury are in your 10th house of profession so this month is a great time for increasing your exposure and making new business contacts. Your stellar days are the PM house of the 26th, the 27th and 28th.
Aquarius — January 21-February 19: With Pluto stationed in your sign and very powerful all month, this is a time for major changes in how your think and how you behave towards others. Objectively look at yourself and make a commitment to shift if you need to. Pluto is making a trine aspect to Uranus in Gemini so a change is possible once you wrap your mind around what the flaws are and how to deal with them. Saturn, your ruling planet is back in Pisces now and in your solar 2nd house of money, assets and values. You may have some additional expenses this month so don’t act surprised when that happens and just handle it and move on. Your best days are the PM hours of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, the 29th and the 30th.
Pisces — February 20-March 20: Saturn retrograde is now back in your sign, soon to be followed by Neptune retrograde after October 23rd. That generally indicates unfinished business occurring in your solar 1st house of the body, how people perceive you and your outward personality. This just means some more refinement is needed to be completely in acceptance of where you are at right now. Jupiter transiting through the fellow water sign of Cancer, is very supportive and transiting the 5th house of fun, children, creativity and our passions. This0 indicates there are joys and laughter to be shared with people now. The weakest part of your chart is in the 7th house of partnership with Venus and the South Node transiting there. Stay connected and share your feelings with your partner now. If you are considering a move, and your chart has Uranus on the 4th house cusp, so I assume you are, bring that up for discussion too. Your most positive days are the 4th, 5th and the 31st.
Namaste,
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