Harmony, Thanks To The Water Signs

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Although a Solar Eclipse starts the month off with a bang, Jupiter is turning retrograde and Pluto is turning direct, October may be gentler than it appears. That’s because Venus (which rules our relationships) and Mars (which rules our actions) are forming simpatico trines with other planets AND with each other. All of this harmony occurs in Water signs, which represent the emotional side of life. So no matter what else is going on, see if you can tap into the flow of sensitivity, passion and empathy beneath it.

Your efforts and humility will pay off. Then Venus teams up with proactive Mars in your ambition arena on the 8th, enabling you to reap financial rewards in your career or to tap into creative talents to accomplish something significant. As of October 9th, boundless Jupiter will be backpedaling through your expansion corner for the next four months. Your enthusiasm for new experiences could wane, and a publishing project, legal proceeding or travel plans may stall. You’re excited to explore fresh territory, but now it’s time to contemplate the knowledge you’ve recently gained, search for personal meaning in your latest adventures and begin to form a philosophy around what you’ve seen and learned. Focus on your inner journey and personal growth if your impetus to branch out is unsuccessful. With Pluto wrapping up its retrograde on October 11th, you may be grappling with some difficult emotions — and maybe memories — that are causing the ground beneath you to shift. There is a way forward, but the path leads through these challenging feelings, not around them. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime. Try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your emotional security, roots, family baggage and home life, among other things. Mercury’s arrival in your worth realm on the 13th shifts some of your attention to finances, possessions and personal values for the next two weeks. When the energizing Sun clicks with Jupiter hours later, you might do something you thought you couldn’t do, study a subject you’re interested in or visit a place that stimulates your mind. The key is to get up the courage to explore new possibilities and learn what you’re capable of in the process. But when the Sun feuds with Mars on October 14th, you’re driven to achieve your goals — maybe a little too driven. Convince yourself to slow down and navigate more methodically through established channels, or you might get into an unwarranted dispute. And try not to take anything personally. Your energy is great, but the world may not meet you halfway now. As Venus goes head to head with liberating Uranus that night, closeness can get a bit tricky. Give someone the freedom to surprise you instead of fixating on something specific you want from them and being thrown if they don’t deliver as expected. A Venus-Neptune confab on October 15th helps you feel good about doing good. Use your talents to do creative work or spiritual work that helps other people. You can also easily make the connection between self-esteem and self-care. So, you might find yourself eating healthy, delicious food or doing a form of exercise you find soothing. On the 17th, a Full Moon in your interpersonal angle can bring a relationship to a boiling point, making this a time when you might commit or quit. Whether you break up, get engaged or something in between, serious bonds could be due for change. Even if your close connections aren’t put to the test, it’s important to honor others’ needs and be willing to compromise. After Venus saunters into your thinking-and-talking zone hours later, you’ll see the glass as half full and can easily put positive feelings into words during the next three and a half weeks. You’re in a flirtatious mood and will feel especially upbeat when you appreciate the love and beauty all around you. The Libra Sun’s dustup with Pluto on October 22nd suggests hassles on the home front can wear you out. A relative or roomie might be on a power trip, or an old issue might resurface and test your limits. You can possibly prove something to yourself by not backing down from a fight. Ignoring the fact that something isn’t working could do more damage. It’s best if you face your not-so-pretty feelings. Whatever the challenge, you can come out on the other side stronger than before—but you have to deal with it instead of dancing around it. Several hours later, the Sun leaves your sign and begins its tour of your worth realm, calling for you to focus on what you have and what you need. You’re likely to identify with your finances and possessions in the coming month and should weigh what is most important to you. Mars meshes with ethereal Neptune on October 28th, once again favoring creative work and useful work that helps others. Either can empower you to prove what you’re capable of. Venus’s clash with Saturn very soon after that implies a tight schedule, onerous workload, depleted energy or self-criticism can be a killjoy. But if you’re enjoying an experience, determination and disciplined thinking can help you sustain the good vibes. Regardless of your relationship status, if you need to have an important talk with someone close to you, this may be a good time for it, as it brings a caring but direct tone, a pleasant but proactive mindset, powerful one-on-one bonding and pragmatic analysis.

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As Venus canoodles with her cosmic companion, go-getter Mars, in your exploration camp on the 8th, you’re fully capable of enjoying life on your own terms. You can find the perfect balance between magnetically attracting what (and whom) you want and taking risks for the sake of growth. Amour and adventure mix well, so get out and have an exciting new experience with your S.O. or someone else you love being with. Or hang by yourself and flirt with intriguing strangers if you feel like meeting someone. With beneficent Jupiter doing a 180 in your depth-and-merging province on the 9th, outside resources won’t be all that attainable in the next four months. If a partnership or psychological growth has been on the fast track lately, progress is likely to slow, and you might lose hope. The pace will pick up again in February, and in the meantime, you should ponder what change and support is truly needed. As your ruling planet, Pluto, gets back into gear in your cognition-and-communication arena on October 11th after backspinning for the last five months, you could get out of an obsessive loop in your head and start thinking along new lines. Soon you should feel strong enough to speak about weighty matters or make an important decision. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime. Try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your thought patterns, self-expression, sibling relationships and local environment among other things. After Mercury shows up in Scorpio on October 13th, you’ll feel more objective. Plus, you can express yourself with authenticity and liveliness, and your talkative mood will help you connect with people. That night, the Sun in your subliminal sector dovetails with Jupiter, giving you permission to lie low. Time alone pondering life can produce a revelation that helps you understand the way you tick. And if you opt to cozy up to someone special, authenticity and acceptance will allow your bond to flourish. The Sun’s skirmish with Mars on October 14th could mean your focus is divided between the past and the future. Subconscious impulses might provoke you to state your beliefs quite strongly or do the wrong thing for the right reasons. Tuning into what’s going on deep inside you can keep you from getting into hot water. Venus faces off with unpredictable Uranus that night, hinting at out-of-the-blue encounters. Someone new might show up in your life, or restlessness could disrupt an existing connection. Don’t try to hold onto another person. Uranus encourages you to live in the present and look to the future with the expectation that change is inevitable. On the 15th, Venus waltzes with ethereal Neptune in your joy precinct, inspiring you to flirt with abandon; get dressed up; pour your heart out; pine for your crush; and indulge in as much fun, romance, fantasy or creativity as you please. Under this influence, you might fall in love, change your appearance or lose yourself in pleasure and passion. The Full Moon illuminates your efficiency corner on the 17th, which might instigate a crisis with your health or on the job, compelling you to change your modus operandi. This is the annual lunation that offers the perfect excuse to kick a bad habit once and for all. If you’re pushed to the edge, think in terms of dropping something to improve your quality of life. Venus segues out of Scorpio and into your worth realm hours later, increasing your desire for nice things and helping you attract what you need over the next few weeks. Internal pressure could get to you when the Sun in your subliminal corner feuds with Pluto on October 22nd. If you’re going over and over something in your head and feel like you’re getting nowhere, do your best to let go and accept things as they are. Adopt a mantra like “That was then; this is now” that makes you feel more empowered. Later that day, the Sun’s arrival in your sign marks the beginning of your birthday season and infuses you with vitality. It’s easy for you to make a strong impression now, as you’re oozing charisma and verve. Focus on yourself and ponder what you want out of the next six to twelve months. You could have a transcendent learning experience on the 28th, thanks to harmony between Mars and Neptune. Whether you’re being courageous with your heart or your creativity or daring to try something unfamiliar and challenging, take risks for the sake of personal growth. Soon after, Venus’s spat with Saturn alludes to a possible dip in your self-worth or doubts about what you have to offer and whether your gifts can bring security. This planetary pairing can also keep a shopping spree under control by persuading you that you won’t get all that much pleasure out of whatever you’re about to splurge on.

When Venus clicks with Mars in your depth-and-sharing province on the 8th, setting your personal desires aside for a moment could, ironically enough, be the best way to wind up with what you want. Allow yourself to be vulnerable. Relax with someone in private. A blend of openness and passionate engagement will bring you closer to another person. Sex is likely to gratify both your body and your soul. If you’re more in the mood for alone time, delving bravely into your psyche can offer the rewards of self-acceptance and closure. Your ruler, Jupiter, pivots retrograde in your interpersonal angle on the 9th, which could make you less optimistic about a committed relationship or the quality of people you’re meeting. Since May 25th, you’ve had a fair amount of luck clicking with individuals who have something to offer, but for the next four months, you probably won’t make quite as many connections. Start to narrow down the prospects who have legit long-term potential. Jupiter tends to value quantity over quality, and this is your chance to sift through the selection and zero in on the keepers. As Pluto resumes forward motion on October 11th after his five-month retrograde period, you’ll begin to feel more in control of money, and your self-esteem should start to revive if you’ve been down on yourself lately. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your finances, possessions, self-worth and personal values among other things. Once Mercury sneaks into your retreat corner on the 13th, you’ll feel less chatty and more inclined to keep your own counsel. That night, a Sun-Jupiter confab offers you excellent incentive to get out and see people because you’re likely to enjoy a particular individual’s company or meet a valuable contact. With this planetary map, being totally yourself in a group setting can help you connect with a potential friend or mate who will enrich your life. A spat between the egoistic Sun in your humanity house and feisty Mars on the 14th points to tension between friendship and intimacy or between integrating with a group and focusing on one person or project. That night, when Venus faces off with surprising Uranus in your service sector, you might do a favor on a whim. You’re motivated by selflessness but don’t want to feel too obligated, so make sure the choice is yours. Help someone out because you want to. The simple pleasures of home and quiet time could hit the spot when Venus gels with Neptune on October 15th. Hole up at Chez Sag—either alone or with someone you’re comfortable with — and relax in the soothing setting of your own abode. If you find yourself in an introspective mood, you might try releasing an old love, healing a relationship wound or attending therapy. The Full Moon of October 17th could bring a love affair to fruition — meaning a crush could heat up, or you could break it off with someone you’ve been dating. You might also complete a creative project or let your feelings out in a big way. Hours later, Venus dances into Sagittarius for a three-and-a-half-week stay, putting you in a friendly, flirty, warm mood. You can draw people into your orbit with no effort now. Dress to please yourself, get out and enjoy life, and turn on the charm with the object of your affection. It can be a challenge to mesh with a group on the 22nd when the Sun in your network sector has a run-in with intense Pluto. You feel compelled to protect your own interests, but see if you can discover commonalities while also maintaining your strengths. Finding a good fit with other people can push you in a good way. However, don’t succumb to pressure to make things work if you know the cost is too high for you. As the Sun slips into the last house of your chart later that day, your solar year begins winding down. It’s time to rest, recharge your battery and reflect on the past year. Mars syncs up with Neptune on October 28th, highlighting the upside of doing creative work at home and spending quality time with someone you feel at ease around. You might also do something that helps a relative or roommate. Or you could delve into your psyche and gain self-awareness. When Venus spars with Saturn soon after that, family or domestic obligations, private insecurity or the feeling that your past is catching up with you can take the wind out of your sails. You may have trouble relating and might even feel a bit lonely. Spending time by yourself pondering what you want from people would be a smart move.

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These two planets create a good blend of amiability and assertion between people to keep relationships humming. You might form a creative partnership, recruit a friend to do something with you or get involved with a platonic pal. If you’re trying to work through a conflict with another person, the current mix of compromise and directness could facilitate a resolution. With expansive Jupiter turning retrograde in your productivity corner on the 9th for the next four months, your daily life won’t be as fast-paced, so you’ll have some time to catch your breath. You’ve been taking on duties and responsibilities, and now you have a chance to evaluate which of them mean the most to you and what skills you need to develop to tackle them. If you have too much on your plate, start scaling back and learn to say no without feeling guilty. Alchemical Pluto resumes forward motion in Capricorn on the 11th after backtracking for the last five months. If you’ve been internalizing everything and doing serious soul-searching, you’ll start to become more motivated to make things happen and institute changes that are good for you. Pluto will exit your sign on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your identity, the persona you project, your outer appearance and your approach to any new beginning among other things. On the 13th, Mercury zips into your humanity house, encouraging you to prioritize networking in the next two weeks. As the vitalizing Sun plays nice with Jupiter that night, a positive work ethic will reflect very well on you. You’re able to find meaning in what you’re doing and are open to seizing opportunities that come your way. Both of these assets will help you catch the attention of power players. Take pride in a job well done, and you’ll end up looking even better than if you’d focused solely on self-promotion. A dustup between the Sun and Mars on October 14th could pit your personal ambitions against joint efforts if you’re not careful. And later that day, a Venus-Uranus standoff could tempt you to break off from a group and do what you want to do. You need a certain amount of freedom in order to get along with people now. If you don’t have enough space, you’re liable to get irritated. Fortunately, you’re in a sociable mood and can connect with people in an effortless, organic way when Venus vibes with mellow Neptune on the 15th. You can relate to almost anyone now, especially when you trust your instincts and read between the lines. Don’t be afraid to show your sentimental side. People will be especially receptive. The Full Moon on October 17th occurs at the base of your chart and might spell a shift in your family or home life that draws your attention away from ambition, compelling you to attend to private matters. It challenges you to improve your work-life balance and honor what’s going on inside you or in your living situation. You might feel quite moody and would benefit from alone time and self-care. After Venus slips into your spirit sector hours later, you’ll definitely crave more time to yourself and perhaps more private time with someone close to you. Take a step back from the world in the next few weeks and enjoy some peace and quiet. With the Sun in your ambition arena battling Pluto in Capricorn on October 22nd, you could be your own worst enemy — or you might push yourself to greater heights. Either way, the pressure you’re feeling is coming from inside you, and you have the ability to shine your light with remarkable intensity. You’re on a mission to prove something, so welcome challenges and let each achievement motivate you to keep upping the ante. Just avoid the Plutonian trap of power struggles, and don’t try to take on a whole system. Instead, reform your way of working within it. You Goats are pros at navigating hierarchies and bureaucracies, and you can channel strong emotions into fomenting constructive change now. Allow your goals to evolve, just as you yourself have evolved. After the Sun sails into your humanity house that night, you’ll be inclined to identify strongly with your tribe. Team up with like-minded people and channel your energy into group endeavors you care about. Mars and Neptune form an alliance on the 28th, signaling that the best way to get in sync with people is to think and speak empathically. Spiritual connection and creative collaboration will be particularly fruitful. When Venus runs into trouble with Saturn soon after, you might experience guilt over the past or have difficulty coming to terms with an ending. You may have a momentary sense of being cut off from people, but that’s more your frame of mind than objective reality.

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This planetary partnership also encourages you to do some self-promotion, schmoozing with higher-ups or creative work. Any of these could land you a steady gig. As Venus meshes with Mars in your productivity corner on October 8th, you won’t have any trouble getting along with colleagues. Take your upbeat attitude and find ways of working harmoniously with others to accomplish the tasks at hand. Creative work will, once again, be especially gratifying and fruitful. The icing on the cake: Your admirable efforts could catch the eye of power players. On the 9th, abundant Jupiter shifts into reverse gear in your fulfillment camp until February, suggesting that romance, fun and creativity will feel harder to come by for a few months. But they’re not going to disappear from your life. This is a period for asking yourself what (and perhaps who) makes you happiest. Pluto will be finishing up its retrograde phase on the 11th, setting off tremors in your subconscious. Work on letting go of toxic patterns; forgiving others and yourself; facing troubling feelings; processing losses; and recognizing who undermines you and how you undermine yourself. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means buried personal issues such as old pain or a self-sabotaging pattern; secrets; inner wisdom; and spirituality, among other things. After mental Mercury ascends to the peak of your chart on the 13th, you’ll be more focused on formulating goals and making career plans. That night, the radiant Sun clicks with Jupiter, pushing you to rise above humdrum concerns, get out into the world and have different experiences. Put yourself in unfamiliar settings to shift your perspective. Express your creativity in a bold, new way. A trip can bring great personal pleasure and also enhance your love life, so leave town if you can. This cosmic combo invites you to learn about yourself, become more conscious of the world around you and grow as a person — all in one fell swoop. A Sun-Mars battle on October 14th indicates that part of you wants to break out of your routine and explore, while another part of you is driven to do what must be done. Do your best to determine the top priorities. With Venus and Uranus facing off later that day, a mood swing or an unexpected development on the home front can compel you to forget about charming higher-ups and polishing your public image. So be prepared to switch gears temporarily. Parental discord can also throw you off-balance if you allow yourself to get caught in the middle. Venus’s chemistry with chimerical Neptune in your worth realm on October 15th coaxes you to tap into hidden talents and work for the love of what you’re doing — not merely for monetary profit. By doing so, you can make a positive impression and perhaps score valuable contacts. Neptune beckons you to transcend financial motives and honor the gifts you’ve been given. A Full Moon on the 17th might generate a development close to home — possibly involving your sibling or your neighborhood. It can also bring information to light or produce a flurry of interactions. If you feel like you’re being pulled in several directions at once, just deal with a little bit at a time. With Venus waltzing into your network zone hours later, you’ll start to feel more sociable. You can easily meet new people in the next few weeks by getting out and mingling. Connect with the various circles you know, plan nights out with friends and say yes to large gatherings. Your impetus to explore uncharted territory and maintain a positive outlook could be undercut when the Sun has a spat with Pluto on October 22nd. Overpowering emotions you haven’t managed to let go of, self-sabotage, or someone who doesn’t have your best interests at heart could be at the root of it. Despite this resistance, and regardless of whether it’s coming from inside you or outside you, you can bravely forge ahead. Forward progress will strengthen your resolve. Face what’s really going on because dealing with turmoil is exactly what will enable you to resume chasing after new experiences and knowledge. After the sun climbs to your ambition arena later that day, you’ll be poised to make a splash in your profession or in public and boost your standing over the coming month. On the 28th, a Mars-Neptune alliance implies your hard work will alleviate financial fears and may even offset a deficit. When Venus scuffles with Saturn soon after that, there’s a chance that low self-esteem will make you feel less outgoing, or low funds will keep you from socializing to the extent that you’d like to. You can be realistic about money or acknowledge a dip in your confidence and decide to proceed anyway — in a modified form that you’re comfortable with.

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Venus meshes with go-getter Mars in your love-and-happiness house on the 8th, inspiring you to date outside your comfort zone or do something else daring as you reach for what you really want. Difference has a special appeal now, and you’re determined to be true to yourself. So, you might extricate yourself from a heated situation and seek greener pastures. As Jupiter reverses course for the next four months starting on the 9th, your underlying sense of emotional security and comfort may be affected, and a positive development in your home life could be delayed. You might begin to question putting down new roots and ponder where you belong. While family support may not be quite as forthcoming, this is a good time to mull over what you need in order to feel at peace and at home. Alchemical Pluto will be wrapping up his five-month-long retrograde phase in your humanity house on October 11th, and after that, you could begin to get a challenging friendship or collaborative endeavor back on track. The team of people in your life has been gradually evolving as your hopes and wishes change over time. And hopefully, you’ve learned which connections to fight for and which you’ve simply outgrown. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life it has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your friendships, group ties, social life, shared interests and ideals, among other things. Mental Mercury’s arrival in your expansion precinct on the 13th will help you see the big picture if you’ve had tunnel vision lately, and you’ll be hungry for knowledge and travel in the weeks ahead. When the radiant Sun in your depth-and-merging court joins forces with Jupiter that night, something as simple as cocooning with a loved one or dedicating a few hours to self-care will replenish your energy reserves and put you in a great mood. Getting close to someone or getting in touch with your innermost feelings will feel intense in a good way. When the Sun quarrels with Mars on the 14th, you may notice tension, and it’s likely to arise between a relationship and your own self-expression or between sex and romance. Hours later, an opposition between Venus and surprising Uranus can bring a pleasant diversion that might dispel the friction and will certainly keep boredom at bay. An impromptu getaway could be in the cards now. Think outside the box when it comes to what (or who) is beautiful and interesting. On October 15th, sweet Vfp-horoscope-libra-blog pisces body copyenus makes music with your ruling planet, magical Neptune, who’s been hanging out in your sign for many years. Sampling a broad range of life’s pleasures can facilitate a transcendent experience — or at the very least, a lovely escape. Revel in unfamiliar joys and be your dreamy self. But since new love and happiness can have a profound effect on you under this influence, you’d be wise to wait until your feet are back on solid ground before you make any major decisions. With a Full Moon shaking up your worth realm on October 17th, a big cash outlay or payoff is possible, and your spending will be driven by your mood (which means retail therapy is a risk). You’re very aware of your own needs under this lunation, and you may need to juggle in order to find the right balance between give and take. You won’t have any problem turning on the charm with authority figures who can help you climb the ladder after Venus sashays into your ambition arena hours later, helping you to polish your public image and professional reputation. You can make such a favorable impression, so step into the spotlight, especially if you have creative work to show off. Peer pressure can affect a close relationship or your psyche on the 22nd when the Sun and Pluto get into a scuffle. It may be difficult to gauge who you can trust and how much you should share. But if you rise to the occasion, you can change something that isn’t working. Loyalty is everything during this planetary pairing. Hours later, the Sun’s arrival in your expansion corner fuels you to keep broadening your horizons. Seek out learning experiences that will enable you to grow in the month ahead. As Mars meshes with Neptune on October 28th, the resulting harmony will ease self-expression. You can convey your emotions, creativity and personality and feel seen and understood. Have the courage to put yourself out there. With Venus running into a roadblock named Saturn soon after that, you’ll be the only person stopping you from shining. Turn this hurdle into an opportunity to refine creative work. Or carefully plan how you can build a certain reputation. But don’t be hard on yourself! This is not the time to play small, Pisces.

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Sex and other forms of intimacy would be an excellent outlet to get your feelings flowing. Spend time with someone you trust, and don’t get hung up on niceness or beauty. It’s more important to keep it real. If you’re alone or with family, introspection or talking about the past can help you move beyond what’s bothering you and make peace with where you’re at in your life. With boundless Jupiter heading into its four-month retrograde phase in your cognition-and-communication arena on the 9th, you won’t keep up the same pace you’ve enjoyed since late May, interacting with lots of people, making new contacts, speaking freely, thinking big and hatching optimistic plans. You might trim your sails when it comes to a buoyant tone and grand ideas, pausing to consider what you should invest in going forward. Assess your recent thoughts, hopes, opinions and acquaintances, with an eye to narrowing options. On October 11th, Pluto’s U-turn in your ambition angle may trigger rumblings in your career or life direction. Align yourself with the gradual evolution of your goals and respect the fact that choices have been closing off and opening up as part of a divine plan for finding your true purpose. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your professional path, long-term goals, outward success and public reputation, among other things. Mercury’s move into your depth-and-merging realm on the 13th nudges you to zero in on a passion project, close relationship or personal matter when you can and give it your undivided attention. With the radiant Sun and Jupiter joining forces that night, communication is everything. You have a great shot at getting on the same page with someone and being seen for who you really are, but you need to open your mind and your mouth. You’ll draw energy from other individuals, and connecting with them will inspire and inform you. The Sun’s quarrel with Mars on October 14th suggests one-to-one relations could be affected by family, home life, underlying anger or old behavior patterns. You might benefit from burning off energy via exercise or a domestic project. When Venus opposes erratic Uranus that night, sharing and closeness become more complicated, especially if your finances or confidence aren’t solid. Don’t let anxiety over a power imbalance cause you to lose sight of what you stand to gain. You might get an unexpected bonus if you hang in there. Venus’s alliance with chimerical Neptune on the 15th can generate a spiritual vibe. Themes of emotional healing and soulful intimacy move to the forefront, and your experience of this planetary energy will be rather private. Emotional intimacy with another person and quiet solo reflection can both soothe you, so retreat from the world and dive into deep feelings. The Full Moon in your sign on October 17th brings out all the feels and compels you to ask for what you need. Put yourself first without infringing on anyone else’s rights, and find a healthy outlet for strong emotions. Full Moons are associated with endings, making this a great chance to release something — or someone — from your life that’s no longer serving you. What has been pushing you over the brink? Maybe it’s time to let it go. The allure of difference grows after Venus dances into your exploration corner hours later, daring you to color outside the lines in the next few weeks. Be more adventurous in who you date or what you do for fun. Expose yourself to unfamiliar cultures, places, people and arts. The Sun’s clash with Pluto on the 22nd can make relating seem harder if you’re pressed to sort out your life direction or make headway with goals. But the energy you get from people you’re close to could be what fuels you to keep aiming for success. It’s not easy to stay on equal footing with the individuals in your life now, and career pressures might impact a bond. If you or the other party may feel compelled to push the relationship forward. putting your heads together to work toward a common goal would be a positive outcome. You don’t want someone to wield power over you, but try not to make this cosmic conflict about control. Jockeying for position would be a waste of energy. Later that day, the Sun’s arrival in your depth-and-merging realm brings even more energy and focus to close relationships, passion projects and private emotional matters. You can produce highly creative work and unpack emotional baggage on the 28th when Mars teams up with Neptune. Soon after, Venus tussles with Saturn, which might persuade you to play it safe. Don’t let self-doubt take over, but do use lessons from the past to perfect your plans.

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Be proactive about networking and initiating important conversations. This combo means you can stand up for yourself and speak frankly, but you’ll also have a gift for getting along with everyone and establishing mutual understanding. If you’re single, lively communication will be a jumping-off point for attraction. On October 9th, expansive Jupiter does a U-turn in your resources realm and will be backpedaling until February. A source of income may dry up for the time being, and you might scale back your spending. Belongings and money have had an easy-come-easy-go feel lately, but they won’t flow so freely during the next four months. Get a better grasp on your personal values and priorities, defining what’s most important to you. What do you truly need and want more of? That answer will enable you to channel the flow properly when Jupiter gets back in gear. Pluto is wrapping up his five-month retrograde phase in your perspective province on the 11th, so the big picture will take shape again soon. Go in search of powerful learning experiences and put a crisis of faith behind you. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your belief system, your vision of the future, your faith and your worldview, among other things. Once Mercury crosses your interpersonal angle on the 13th, dialogue will take on added importance. And since the radiant Sun is gelling with Jupiter that night, your hard work is due to pay off. Staying humble enough to do whatever is needed can earn you more notice (and money) than tooting your own horn. Plus, putting energy into accomplishing tasks will make you feel good about yourself. Tap into your full array of talents to get the job done. When the Sun feuds with Mars on October 14th, guard against coming on too strong with colleagues. Your drive to get things done could conflict with your own ideas for how to proceed. Grab some alone time to get organized and determine a workable strategy. Venus confronts Uranus in Taurus that night, so you may crave companionship, but you’ll also feel the need to swerve in a different direction. Don’t dash off leaving someone wondering what’s up with you. Allow for breaks and personal space so you won’t feel fenced in and want to make a quick getaway. If you require time off from closeness, say so as diplomatically as you can. Venus is dovetailing with dreamy Neptune on the 15th, hinting that a platonic friendship might morph into a romance. Or you might feel a deep connection — maybe even a soulmate vibe — with someone in your extended circle. This could also be the beginning of a creative partnership or significant friendship. Since it’s easy to form bonds now and technology is also ruled by that sector, dating apps are worth a try if you’re looking for love. With a Full Moon shining in your subliminal corner on October 17th, secrets might be revealed, and emotions you’ve stuffed down inside you may bubble to the surface. Pay attention to your dreams and hunches, and retreat from the world for a bit so you can rest and reflect. After Venus segues into your depth-and-merging zone hours later, your craving for closeness will surge, and a particular relationship could get more intense. You might also want to spend some time by yourself processing strong feelings and enjoy quality one-on-one time with loved ones. Remember that practice makes perfect when the Sun in your productivity corner goes up against Pluto on the 22nd. You could feel internal or external pressure to know more in order to accomplish something — but there’s plenty to be said for learning on the job. Don’t be afraid of trial and error. And if you’re questioning whether the work you’re doing will ultimately make a difference in the world, try shifting your approach a little or channeling your efforts in another direction. Combining pragmatism and a strong work ethic with an empowering guiding principle would be a winning approach. After the Sun crosses your interpersonal angle later that day, you’ll focus even more of your energy on your connections with other individuals. People have the power to revitalize you, so don’t go it alone too much. Mars forms a coalition with Neptune on October 28th, facilitating teamwork and socializing. Selfless actions can give you a sense of higher purpose now. But as Venus gets the cold shoulder from Saturn soon after, social obligations could interfere with couple time or alone time—or your friends may pose an obstacle of some sort. You might also hesitate to make this relationship — or a private matter — public. Delaying wouldn’t be a mistake. Whatever you do, don’t let groupthink squelch whatever good feeling you’ve found for yourself.

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When Venus cooperates with proactive Mars in your resources realm on the 8th, feeling useful can increase your sense of security. Consider doing a favor for someone you care about or putting in the time and effort to improve a relationship. You might also dive into a creative project that will boost your income down the road. When Jupiter’s grandiose energy goes underground on the 9th as it pivots retrograde in Gemini, you might feel less sure of yourself and catch a few less lucky breaks. But Jupiter still has your back while it’s in reverse for the next four months. Look at how far you’ve come since May 25th when this growth-oriented planet entered your sign. Notice the blessings in disguise. Ponder the direction you’re heading in and ask yourself whether your aspirations reflect your personal standards or those of society. Your inner wisdom supersedes external circumstances, so it’s important to seek a path that feel true to you. Pluto is powering forward on the 11th after a five-month-long retrograde, bringing matters involving trust, sharing, intimacy, merging and investing into sharper focus. A close relationship, personal issue, research project or private passion should soon shift and start to progress, albeit with necessary changes. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your intimate relationships, your psyche, your deepest passions and your shared resources, among other things. Your ruling planet, Mercury, flits into your productivity corner on October 13th, turning more of your attention to work and persuading you to think in practical terms. Thanks to a confab between the radiant Sun in your joy arena and Jupiter in your sign that night, expressing your individuality and your feelings will fill you with a freeing sense of life’s possibilities. Get out and have fun, be yourself around people, show off your creative side, go on a date, spend time with loved ones doing what makes you happy. Personal fulfillment can give you a new lease on life, so make it a priority. The Sun’s clash with feisty Mars on the 14th warns you against identifying too strongly with what you own and what you desire. When you do that, your ego can get in the way of potential pleasures. With Venus opposing chaotic Uranus hours later, you’re bound to get distracted even if you’re enjoying what you’re doing. You could work against yourself if you don’t allow wiggle room for tangents and timeouts. On the flipside, a selfless impulse might lead to a loving gesture that serves the greater good. As Venus mingles with magical Neptune in your ambition angle on October 15th, you can get along famously with colleagues and higher-ups. You’ll gain a sense of purpose from being of service to others and from doing creative work. If you combine a positive work ethic with selfless devotion to a calling, you may find more meaning in your quest for success. The Full Moon in your network zone on October 17th reminds you to be there for your friends when they need you. You might feel extra sociable or play a big role in a group. You could also cut ties with one if you no longer share the same interests, goals or ideals. With Venus sashaying into your relationship realm hours later, companionship becomes a higher priority, plus you’ll find it easy to get along with people. Your agreeable mood facilitates happy compromises over the next few weeks, and a romantic or professional partnership should hum along harmoniously. The Sun’s spat with Pluto on October 22nd suggests your inclination to do as you please and be your lighthearted self could hit a snag if a person close to you thinks you owe them something. On the other hand, you yourself might tighten the screws if you’re not getting what you want from another individual. Maybe a fun romance is starting to feel too weighty? Bypass the ego trip this planetary combo can trigger and instead, aim for constructive change. Bonding with a good friend or significant other can give you strength. You don’t have to give up who you are or give up on a relationship when the going gets tough. What can you do to transform things for the better? After the Sun cruises into your productivity corner that same day, you’ll be more motivated to get a lot done and to do everything to the best of your ability in the coming month. A Mars-Neptune summit on the 28th will allow you to make the most of your talents and other assets in your drive to achieve an ambitious dream. Direct your thoughts and actions toward providing for yourself—and incorporate imagination and spirituality for best results. Venus squabbles with Saturn soon after, which tells you that focusing too much on where a relationship is going might ruin the moment. Or you might be having fun with someone, and then one of you gets too bossy, upsetting the equilibrium between you. Compromise is key.

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If you’re in a relationship, fan the flames between you. Plan the date of your dreams or take charge in bed and act out a fantasy. Jupiter shifts into reverse at the end of your chart on October 9th, so you won’t have quite the same tailwind for the next four months. Reflect on what you’ve learned about yourself lately and the lessons you’ve gleaned about surrendering your will and finding out where life takes you. A new spiritual dimension may have entered your life, and you shouldn’t lose hope if it seems like you’re drifting along now. Pluto finishes up his own five-month retrograde on the 11th, which could regenerate a relationship, show you the way forward with someone or help you shift the scales between you and others. Are you giving up too much power or projecting your most vexing qualities onto people? Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your relationship dynamics, an important partnership, the types of people you’re drawn to and tend to attract, and the roles you typically play with people — among other things. After Mercury skips into your joy province on the 13th, you’re inclined to express your creativity and sense of humor. The Sun syncs with Jupiter that night, upping the appeal of chilling at home and relishing peace and quiet. Wind down your weekend by nesting at Casa Crab and doing something that soothes you. Downtime is especially restorative now. But on October 14th, a Sun-Mars quarrel hints that your focus on home, family or personal concerns may conflict with your drive to be assertive and productive. Your actions could represent a break from the past or provoke a relative. If you’re wound up, exercising or tackling a project around the house would be a good outlet for this energy. That night, Venus faces off with unpredictable Uranus, which might bring about surprising romantic sparks or spontaneous fun with friends. People may want to march to their own beat, and you’ll get along better if you give others the same freedom you desire. Harmony between Venus and Neptune on the 15th can inspire you to throw yourself into an experience that transcends your daily reality. Travel, romantic dates, lavish parties and other escapist pleasures get the go-ahead. This cosmic combo offers a great excuse to indulge in fantasies. But given Neptune’s spiritual nature, your heart may be full of compassion, perhaps for people whose lives are somehow distant from yours. The line between you and others is blurred, permitting you to feel at one with the world. The Full Moon of October 17th can bring a goal to fruition, trigger drama with higher-ups or push you into the spotlight and call on you to perform. It may be time to promote yourself or change direction in your career. Hours later, after Venus dances into your productivity corner for a few weeks, you might deal with practical matters in a relationship and try to make the process fun. Or you could decide to work on the relationship itself and try to solve any problems you’re having together. This transit encourages creative work and doing favors for people you care about. It also makes it easier to simply enjoy your everyday life, appreciating the details you might normally find mundane. Due to a Sun-Pluto scuffle on the 22nd, you could get pushed out of your comfort zone if another person exerts pressure on you. It may be as simple as needing to leave the house to meet a personal obligation or as complex as having to mature for the sake of a relationship. If you’re stressed, your feelings might come bursting out, particularly if a forceful individual is influencing your mood. Try not to project your own challenges onto someone. Own your emotions before you point the finger. Troubleshoot rather than attempting to get the upper hand. How might your interpersonal dynamics need to change? What work can be done to accomplish that? Later that day, the Sun sails into your joy province for a monthlong visit. Now you’ll revel in being yourself and expressing your creativity, heartfelt emotions and personality. Thanks to a Mars-Neptune mashup on October 28th, your empathy, ideals or spiritual beliefs can get you to take action. Channel your formidable drive into making a better world more of a reality. When Venus runs into trouble with Saturn soon after that, you might question what you’re doing and lose faith in the fact that the work you’re doing has meaning. It may seem like all the little stuff doesn’t add up. You could feel constricted by the rules of life — anything from eating healthy to making compromises in a relationship—and doubt the ultimate worth of doing things by the book. Remember how valuable it is to do what’s best for you in the long run, even if that’s not always what you want in the moment.

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When you boldly face aspects of your psyche and your backstory you’re not too fond of, they’ll lose their hold over you. You can make peace with yourself and lay the past to rest by confronting your demons. A quite different spin on this planetary partnership: Quality time in the privacy of your home with someone you care about can generate sexual sparks. On the 9th, Jupiter shifts into reverse in your network zone for the next four months, narrowing the wide array of people coming into your life and slowing the progress of a group endeavor. You might feel less enthused about recently hatched hopes and less supported by your squad. Examine which new contacts, friendships, group ties and social media accounts are a good fit for you and which won’t mean so much over the long haul. Pluto edges ahead on October 11th after five months of rolling retrograde, and soon you should feel more in control of your daily life. Changes in your health, your job or your routine have seemed to be out of your hands. Now you’ll have a better sense of how to improve your quality of life and your wellbeing. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your work, your wellness, your daily duties and your stress level, among other things. After mental Mercury enters your foundation angle on the 13th, you’ll be more in touch with your innermost feelings, and you might want to withdraw from the world in order to reflect during the next two weeks. That night, your ruler — the vibrant Sun — in your communication corner jibes with Jupiter, prompting you to connect with a group. You’ll benefit from feeling like you’re a part of something beyond yourself, and that experience will go a long way toward restoring your perspective. Reach out to others who share your ideals, aspirations or interests, and aim to learn everything you can from them. This is a useful transit for widening your circle and making fortuitous contacts. The next day’s Sun-Mars debate can influence your interactions. Pay close attention to what you’re feeling and saying. Also on the 14th, Venus and Uranus stage a standoff, jeopardizing your enjoyment of home and family. You might have to deal with an unforeseen development or a demand from a boss. Try to make peace with the fact that juggling work and pleasure is just part of life. On October 15th, Venus’s summit with ethereal Neptune in your depth-and-merging realm can help you tune into your underlying emotions and share sweet moments with someone close to you. This pairing is all about private love and profound connection. If you’re flying solo, that translates to self-love and being in touch with your core self. Accepting and loving yourself just as you are will offer catharsis. This might be the perfect time to give yourself the gift of forgiveness. The Full Moon of October 17th spurs you to be more adventurous, and something involving travel, education, publishing, religion or the law could reach a climax. This is the year’s best lunation for dropping a belief that limits your growth — so see if you can identify one and banish it for good. With Venus setting up shop in your fulfillment zone later that day, in the three and a half weeks that follow, you’ll want to get out more and have some fun. It’s time to enjoy life, express what’s in your heart, savor romance, show off your creativity, let your inner child out to play and generally revel in being yourself. The Sun’s battle with intense Pluto on the 22nd suggests the stress of trying to get something right could wear on you. Even though criticism may be a blow to your ego, you can use it constructively to shape your thinking. You might see things going one way, and then circumstances change. Or a power-tripping colleague could make life harder for you. Take everything one step at a time, and ask yourself what can be done to transform or rebuild. Avoid overstraining your brain and your body. Hours later, the Sun slips down to the base of your chart for its annual monthlong stay, turning your attention to matters close to home. You’ll feel most comfortable in familiar surroundings and may want time to yourself so you can process emotions and memories. A Mars-Neptune rendezvous on October 28th favors quiet time by yourself or with another person. You can get closer to your true self or to someone you’re fond of. Dive in deep for a magical experience. But soon after, a Venus-Saturn skirmish can make intimacy feel like work, and someone might shut you out. If that happens, pause and examine the true nature of this connection. You want to be who you are and share your feelings but might not be getting the exact response you’re after. The question is whether you can be okay with that.

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If you’re looking to meet people, your pleasant mindset and willingness to network will help make that happen. With auspicious Jupiter pivoting retrograde on October 9th until early February, you’re likely to lose steam in your pursuit of big goals. But are you charging ahead in the right direction? Pause to review your aspirations and revise them so they’re truly yours. Your ego could be deflated by a temporary lack of recognition, but it’s time to define success for yourself. Pluto resumes forward motion on the 11th after five months of backpedaling, stirring heartfelt emotions and possibly triggering romantic drama. Take a breath rather than reacting. Your routes to creativity, love and happiness are undergoing a course correction, and you’ll soon start to feel better about your prospects. Pluto will exit this part of your chart on November 19th and won’t return in your lifetime, so try to come to grips now with the area of your life he has slowly (and sometimes painfully) transformed. In your case, that means your creative self-expression, love life, personal fulfillment and joy, among other things. With your ruler, Mercury, entering your thinking-and-talking corner on the 13th, be more aware of your self-talk, habitual thought patterns and communication style in the next two weeks and notice how that shape your experiences. That day’s Sun-Jupiter confab encourages you to show off your talents, work your contacts, exude confidence and use all the assets at your disposal to make progress. The Sun’s discord with Mars on October 14th can spell conflict over money, possessions or values, especially if your ego is attached to what’s yours. Stubbornness will only make matters worse. See if you can find common ground. Hours later, a Venus-Uranus opposition complicates communication. Living in the moment can protect you from getting upset. Try to accept that you don’t know what will happen. A flirtation or new interest can offer an exciting diversion if you resist an urge to categorize it. On the 15th, as Venus vibes with dreamy Neptune, you’re viewing the world through rose-colored glasses instead of your more typical realistic lens. Everyone and everything has a lovely glow, inspiring you to show your sentimental side, flirt and express affection and empathy. Relish the feeling of being on the same wavelength with people and seeing beauty and goodness all around. Your relationships will reap the rewards. The Full Moon in your depth-and-merging court on October 17th nudges you to settle a debt, turn a psychological corner, support someone close to you or navigate a turning point in a key relationship. A sexual bond could heat up or fizzle out under this lunation. After Venus dips down to the base of your chart that day, the appeal of nesting grows, and you’ll savor the pleasures of home and family in the next few weeks. Staying in will seem quite tempting, no matter which domestic activity is calling your name. Relax, indulge in self-care, have people over, catch up on your sleep, your reading or your streaming queue, hang with your fam, enjoy your downtime! During the Sun-Pluto showdown on October 22nd, it will help if you’re willing to shift your priorities to suit the situation you’re facing. Your values, self-worth or finances may seem at odds with pleasure, self-expression or love, and you might feel like you’re putting a lot on the line. While trying to maintain a secure position, strong feelings are producing seismic waves. Identifying strongly with your own needs and assets can make everything seem like a very big deal. What you need and what you want may not align. It feels like powerful desires, a turbulent romance or intense, happy experiences are going to cost you. Deal with your emotions, even if they scare you…especially if they scare you. With the sun segueing into your thinking-and-talking corner later that day, your brain and your daily life will amp up. Soon you could find yourself gathering info, dealing with paperwork, becoming active in your community, connecting with a sibling or taking short trips. Mars and Neptune are in cahoots on the 28th, paving the way for natural connection, amorous vibes, artistic alliance, spiritual bonding and charitable endeavors. Although you shouldn’t put others on a pedestal, try not to note every flaw either. Recognize what there is to love about people. Soon after, a Venus-Saturn skirmish hints at tension between keeping things the way they are and making a commitment. You and your significant other might get really close and then hit an impasse if it feels too heavy. You could also sink your teeth into a fun, challenging solo project around the house; indulge in simple pleasures that transform your emotional state; or gain powerful insights into your psyche by connecting with a family member or someone who has known you forever. Relaxing at home may conflict with your obligations to others at some point, but try not to let that darken your mood.

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