October starts out with some drama as Mars, fresh into the fiery sign of Leo at the first degree, makes a square aspect to Mercury and Venus in the early degrees of Scorpio and also an opposition to Pluto at 3 degrees of Aquarius, all hard or difficult aspects.
The Mars/Pluto opposition is exact on October 3rd but still within the 5 degree orb through October 13th. This can bring in some aggressive behavior, anger, snark, or just a belligerent attitude. If you feel any of that coming on, do something physical but not risky or dangerous.
Mars needs an outlet, a way to burn that excess energy off so do something positive instead of negative with it. Clean out your closet, junk pile or shed, as you have free will to use that energy in a productive manner.
Those people with planets in the early degrees of the fixed signs (Aquarius, Taurus, Leo and Scorpio) will feel this tension more directly, but it’s out there circulating for everyone in some way. Mercury and Venus are together in the sign of Scorpio now and Venus begins her 40-day retrograde phase on October 3rd, the same day Mars opposes Pluto and both of them square this Venus in Scorpio…grrrr. For women, it might be hard to get your needs met at this time, but don’t succumb to vengeful or passive-aggressive means to get attention. There’s a seductive vibe to this as well, so go with that as that can be fun!
Venus goes back to the 26th degree of Libra by month’s end, and that softens things up a bit. She goes direct on November 14th at 22 degrees of Libra. Whew, some relief! But then back into Scorpio she goes on the 3rd of December. She is still quite brilliant in the western evening sky right now so bask in that lovely glow while you can, as she will soon disappear into the Sun’s rays during her retrograde period.
Mercury will also go retrograde this month at 20 degrees of Scorpio on October 24th through November 13th, ending up at 5 degrees of Scorpio for the station. On the negative side, there’s a secretive aspect or slightly underhanded vibe in this sign but the little dude is also very good at investigating mysteries or researching deep subjects at this time. Keep your own counsel during this time as not everyone has your best interests in mind. People tend to gossip more with Mercury in Scorpio. It’s also a good time to do some inner personal exploration to reveal and hopefully correct patterns of behavior that aren’t serving you.
Jupiter is cruising along in Leo and moves from 19 degrees to 24 degrees by the end of the month. Jupiter likes this sign and Mars will catch up with it in the second week of November and then pass beyond Jupiter’s placement. That will shift into better period as when Mars is traveling behind Jupiter and he tends to bleed off some of Jupiter’s optimistic vibe and general good fortune. Money can be very tight during this cosmic dance and I look forward a shift next month. Jupiter and Mars are friends, but they can also be competitive and warlike, with a bit of hubris thrown into the mix. Self-correct if you start feeling invincible as no one truly is.
Saturn is continuing his retrograde phase in Aries and moves from 11 degrees 32’ back to 9 degrees, 19’. There is a bit of stagnation with Saturn in this fiery sign as Aries wants to get on with it and Saturn says, take it slow, use caution, plan ahead…you get the picture. Aries is chomping at the bit, like a racehorse waiting for the gate to open so he can charge out there and win. Be patient with yourself and others who are also in the hesitation dance of Saturn retrograde in Aries. He goes direct in the middle of December, that will help immensely in the coming new year of 2027.
Uranus retrograde in Gemini…my, oh my. He moves from 5 degrees 31’ back to 4 degrees 41’, so less than 1 degree this month. Will the avalanche of constant information ever stop? Probably not. Now, AI is creeping into every part of life online anyway, wanting to take over answering your emails, showing you more unwanted slop on the internet and taking more of your time if you have to chat with a bot for customer support while giving bad info much of the time. It makes this astrologer feel like she’s going more than a bit mad of late. I am writing this during a time when I have to switch to Starlink, (the dark side) and also move my landline phone to a VOIP as the old wiring is becoming obsolete. Of course, nothing is working right so, if this forecast comes in late, I will blame Elon and the dark overlords of technology. There, enough of my rant!
Neptune is retrograde in Aries but only moves from 2 degrees, 50’ back to 2 degrees, 5’ this month. He goes direct in mid-December along with Saturn in Aries. There’s currently a deluge of water issues throughout the country and as Neptune is the Roman god of the sea that is part of the current situation, along with climate change issues. This condition will be with us for a long time and hopefully, solutions will emerge along the way.
Last month I gifted myself with a Woodstock windchime, called Chimes of Neptune, which has gorgeous low tones that are quite magical to hear in my backyard. I find it very soothing. It’s helpful to meditate on solutions to the big problems and put out there what you want to happen with nebulous, mystical Neptune. It’s also good to shift out of your 3D physical realities and let yourself feel the magic of being on this beautiful planet, even though times are very challenging right now. There is still much beauty to enjoy all around in nature so delight your sensual nature in some way to feel at peace with what it.
Pluto is retrograde but will go direct this month on October 16th. He pretty much stalls out at the 3rd degree all month, beginning at 3 degrees, 7’, going back to 3 degrees, 4’ at the station and ending October at 3 degrees, 7’ in forward motion. It’s unraveling some cosmic truth at this degree as the Sabian symbol for it is “a Hindu yogi demonstrates his healing powers”. Use your inner wisdom and perhaps a spiritual practice to restore your natural harmony of mind, body and spirit. This raises not only your personal vibration but the vibration of the entire planet.
READ YOUR SUN SIGN AND RISING SIGN FOR BEST RESULTS:
Aries — March 21-April 19: With both Neptune and Saturn in your solar 1st house, you are duly cautious right now, if not a little down in the dumps. But the good news is with Mars and Jupiter transiting in Leo in your solar 5th house of fun, creativity and passion, you can have a little fun and adventure in the next two months. Yes, there’s some tension the first 10 days or so but then you can exhale and enjoy the moment as you get in the flow again. Look for solutions for any financial issues in the 3rd week of the month. Relationships should begin to balance out at that time as well. Your stellar days are the PM hours of the 23rd, the 24th and AM hours on the 25th.
Taurus — April 20-May 20: Venus, your ruling planet, is transiting Scorpio now and going retrograde on the 3rd and will get closer to the Sun throughout the month. There’s tension around Venus for the first part of the month in this sign, which can indicate that you are out of sync in some way with your own sense of harmony and beauty. You can experiment with different styles this month if you are looking to enhance your wardrobe or appearance but don’t commit to anything major until she goes direct in Libra in mid-November. That’s just a better sign for your aesthetic than Scorpio is. But you can definitely enjoy the sexual aspects of the transit as long as you don’t get possessive with your partner. Venus retrogrades can have the vibe of being a passing fancy, and that’s it. The lunar vibes of the Full Moon evening on the 25th, the 26th and the 27th favor you so focus on what you want.
Gemini — May 21-June 21: With Uranus in your sign and still pretty powerful, as it’s still at the degree is retrograded on last month through Oct 21st, you may feel a bit agitated or like you are spinning in circles. At least it’s not boring! It’s possible you have started a new job or project that has you confused about your role in the company. Go with the flow to show that you are flexible with your skill sets, as it will serve you in the long run. The first 10 days will be rough, but just hang in there, see the job, do the job, and stay out of the misery. Mars and Jupiter are in your 3rd house of neighbors, siblings, communication and your interests so get involved with something new and maintain good relationships with those around you. You may be torn between wanting some fun and work/social obligations but just keep showing up with a good attitude. The 1st, 2nd, 28th and 29th are your best days for getting your way.
Cancer — June 22-July 23: With Saturn and Neptune at the apex of your solar chart, there are concerns about the future of your profession or public image which brings in the fixed T-square tensions about money, asset allocations and what you have left for life and fun. The Sun is transiting your solar 4th house now so give yourself the gift of relaxing with family and loved ones in your cozy nest. This is where you will find relief and with that relief in mind and body often comes inspired solutions to problems. Open up to letting that be possible for you this month. Give yourself some time to enjoy life’s pleasures in the PM hours of the 2nd, the 3rd and the 4th.
Leo — July 24-August 23: With Mars and Jupiter in your sign, you feel more fortified and confident this month and beyond well into 2027, as both of those planets have a retrograde cycle and will be spending a longer period of time in your sign than they normally do. It’s a major chance to shine and be noticed and so self-promotion is favored now through the end of the year in particular. The Sun is transiting your solar 3rd house of communication, siblings, neighbors and interests, so that also supports self-promotion. Relationships could have a bit of a glitch in the first two weeks of the month as Pluto transits your solar 7th house of partnerships and the T square hits that directly, so watch how you treat your partner and don’t get your undies in a bunch of small stuff. Big stuff — well, that’s another story, and things could go south this month for sure if the relationship has major flaws. Use the positive vibes of the 5th and 6th to let your hair down and enjoy something spirited and fun. You’re a good person
Virgo — August 24-September 22: With Uranus sitting powerfully elevated in your solar 10th house of career, public image, you are navigating some changes in how you want to work and who you want to work with. Be flexible and look for ways to be innovative and instructive to others. Virgo is a “service to others” sign, and that’s what you need to incorporate in your life now. It’s also a good time this month to evaluate your financial obligations and income stream. Just incorporate some flexibility into that budget so you don’t get too anal or become too rigid. Life happens, you know, and sometimes to get to where you want to go you have to buy new tires. The lunar vibes of the 7th and 8th favor you.
Libra — September 23-October 22: With the Sun transiting your sign this month, you should be having a busy social time, with almost too many things to do. However, the first 10 days or so have some tension about your children, creative projects and your professional obligations, as well as your partnerships, as there are two oppositions going on in early October. This eases up after the 13th, so know that you will feel lighter by midmonth when the tension lifts and a solution starts to present itself as the best way to handle the situations. The Venus retrograde focuses mainly on money and assets in your chart and will take about 6 weeks to work itself out. Use the good vibes of the 9th and the new Moon on the 10th to shake off the old and begin anew.
Scorpio — October 23-November 22: With Venus and Mercury in your sign this month and Venus going retrograde on the 3rd, you have some personal issues to straighten out regarding power dynamics in personal partnerships and how much solitude you need to feel sane and productive. The Mars/Pluto opposition happens in your solar 10th and 4th houses, so there’s that need to balance out work and family obligations without becoming an out-of-control raging banshee about it. Don’t take out your frustrations on your loved ones. Most people have this life struggle, so show some empathy and kindness to yourself and others. Your best days are the 11th, 12th and 13th.
Sagittarius — November 23-December 20: With Mars now in Leo and heading towards your ruling planet, Jupiter, in your solar 9th house, you gain positive energy and inspiration from foreign travel, higher education, and exploring a higher sense of meaning for the rest of your life. This will feel like a real boost for your energy field, and you may want to take an adventure trip or do something that challenges you physically. There’s a desire to share intimacy with someone, but right now is not the time to search for a lover or mate, as there’s too much tension between Mars, Pluto and Venus right now for it to be one of ease and camaraderie. Let that evolve at a later date. Your stellar days are the 14th and 15th.
Capricorn — December 21-January 20: With Saturn still retrograde in Aries and opposite the Sun right now while squaring your sign at the bottom of your solar chart in the 4th house of family, ancestors and the quality of nurturing you received in your young life, there’s grist for the mill to explore internally. It can also be a time where you need to show up for a family member, your mother or very close relative. This creates a tension between the Sun at the top of your chart in your professional image house and your familial responsibilities. Capricorns are one of the caregiver signs so you will have to balance work and home life obligations this month. Let people know what’s up for you so they can be supportive in some way. The lunar vibes on the 16th, 17th and the 18th are days when you can manifest what you need.
Aquarius — January 21-February 19: With Pluto transiting in your solar 1st house, getting that square aspect from Mars in Leo in your 7th house, very strongly the first 7 days of the month, be aware that you will have to navigate some relationship tensions. Try to be diplomatic about it and let your partner have some space to work out their issues themselves. Don’t try to control how they operate. This can be a make it or break it energy for some relationships so get clear about your commitment. You are also navigating something regarding money and your profession with Venus retrograde in your solar 10th house. Don’t hide anything or do things that are under the table as it will be revealed and harm you later. Your days of power are the 19th and 20th.
Pisces — February 20-March 20: Your ruling planet, Jupiter, is transiting Leo and your solar 6th house of service, health, small pets and your daily routines. Mars joins it now to energize and give a lift to those areas of life. It’s a great time to begin a new exercise or health regimen or eliminate something unhealthy from your diet. Change is good. Uranus is shaking up your solar 4th house of home and family so you might be considering a move in the near future. The transiting nodes are also on your horizon so there may be ways your identity changes, either physically or internally, about how you define yourself. In any event, take things in stride and just keep moving forward. Take some time for yourself on the 21st, 22nd and AM hours of the 23rd for rejuvenation and rest.
Namaste,
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