Planetary Themes for the Month of October

Mercury retrogrades from Oct. 4-Oct. 25. Major decisions or agreements are usually best postponed during this phase. Avoid misunderstandings. Be crystal-clear in your communications. Items of a mechanical nature often times need to be fixed or repaired.

Aries

You are in a peak cycle of opportunity and personal expansion through the 8th of the month. Just remember to keep your feet on the ground and remain realistic. After the 10th, there is some unfinished business in your personal relationships that requires your attention. Others from your past usually re-enter the scene. 

Taurus

The focus is on improving your emotional wellbeing and finances through the 8th. Other people are in need of your help or emotional support through the 10th of the month. After the 10th, you can find your bliss through your work, being of service to others and creating more balance from your diet or fitness regime. 

Gemini

Relationships or partnerships are in focus through the 25th. Opportunities through others become more present for making some improvements in your life through the 8th. After the 10th, you can begin to let go of any emotional issues and find more balance through creative self-expression or romantic involvements. 

Cancer

You can run but may not be able to hide from some significant relationship or family issues, but after the 10th, the situation can begin to get easier. Adjustments and improvements can be made in your daily work routine and health regimen. New financial or work opportunities are in the picture through the 8th.

Leo

You are in one of the best cycles for opportunities, personal growth and fun or romance in your life through the 8th. After the 10th, the focus is on exchanging ideas with others and social interactions. Sibling relationships, if applicable, take on more importance. Friends or partnerships can open doors for you this month. 

Virgo

If the home or domestic situation is a source of irritation this month, take the opportunity to make some improvements through the 8th. After the 10th, the focus is on your personal values and self-worth issues. You can feel better through being of service to others and seeking new ways for increasing income streams.

Libra

Personal relationships may feel a bit challenged by family or work responsibilities through the 11th. Nevertheless, as Venus continues to transit your sign through the 23rd, you manage to keep it all together. Things can only get better after the 11th as the tides flow your way for more happiness and peace of mind.

Scorpio

Through the 10th, take advantage of the opportunity to express your thoughts and feelings with significant others. You can heal or resolve your own internal issues and improve relationships. After the 10th, you can find more balance and peace of mind spending time alone and expressing your creative or artistic side. 

Sagittarius

Luck and opportunity are with you through the 8th.  You’re not in the mood to let anything stand in your way as you seek more independence and explore new possibilities. After the 10th, social and group involvements can take on more importance. Friends from your past often re-enter the picture unexpectedly.

Capricorn

You can continue to accomplish much behind the scenes until the 23rd. On the 23rd, you are a force to be reckoned with as Mars enters your sign. There are opportunities for personal expansion and financial increase through the 8th. After the 10th, there is a balancing act required between relationships, family and career.

Aquarius

Becoming too rigid with your ideas and holding on to emotional baggage is your challenge. After the 10th, it will get easier for you to let go of things and restore more harmony in your life. Personal relationships and your social life take on more importance. You can experience more growth in these areas this month.

Pisces

You are in a favorable cycle for tapping into your inner strength and attracting support or resources from others through the 10th. You may feel some dissatisfaction in the career area and more driven to make some positive changes. Personal relationships can move into unchartered waters and become a bit of a mystery.