Add These Dates to Your G-Cal:
- October 2: New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra
- October 9: Jupiter Retrograde begins in Gemini
- October 11: Pluto goes direct in Capricorn
- October 13: Mercury enters Scorpio
- October 17: Full Moon in Aries
- October 17: Venus enters Sagittarius
- October 22: Scorpio season begins
Home, family, and security are always on your mind, but that’s even more the case as you move through Libra season. The next few weeks put you in a more private mood and you want to spend your time at home with your nearest and dearest. This can be a fun time to redecorate your room, sort through your belongings, and revisit old memories.
The month begins with a New Moon solar eclipse in Libra on October 2, which brings fated endings and beginnings. This can be an emotional time! You’re severing ties with the past and old memories that no longer serve you. There could be major shifts in your living situation, at work, or within your chosen family. Carve out time for rest and reflection as needed.
You’re charming everyone when Venus in Scorpio teams up with Mars in Cancer on October 8. This is a great day for sex, pleasure, and creative projects. You’re standing out, so make the most of it! Jupiter, the planet of growth and expansion, goes retrograde in Gemini on October 9, and you may feel an urge to return to an old vice. Old behaviors and patterns that you’ve worked hard to break might offer comfort. Strong intuitive messages are showing up in your dreams and during the day—pay attention. If you’ve avoided any feelings of grief, you may feel a rush of emotion around this time.
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Mercury, the planet of the mind, enters Scorpio on October 13, delivering lucky news your way. Maybe you’re spending the day with friends, pursuing a new hobby, starting a new creative project, or reactivating your dating profile. You want to spend your free time doing things that bring you joy and make you feel excited about life! There’s some tension in your private life when the Sun in Libra slams into Mars in Cancer on October 14. You might feel like everyone is against you! Frustrating situations can pop up at home, at work, or even as you walk through your neighborhood. Conflicts and arguments with your family or roommates could come up, and perhaps you need to revisit some boundaries.
On the same day, Venus in Scorpio faces off with Uranus in Taurus, bringing unexpected luck your way. You’re feeling open-minded and up for taking risks. You might feel like experimenting in the bedroom with your partner. If you meet someone new, you may feel like it’s love at first sight! Today can also bring a creative breakthrough or have you trying out a new hobby.
The Full Moon in Aries on October 17 brings change to your public and career life. You could gain some recognition for a job well done, wrap up a project, or accept a new role. Long-term goals you’ve been chasing may finally manifest in the real world! On the same day, Venus, the planet of connection, enters Sagittarius. This brings more harmony and flow to your everyday life. When it comes to love, you’re appreciating the tiny moments with your partner. Singles can meet someone doing everyday things like grocery shopping or attending a workout class. Today’s energy helps you get back on track with your routine and cross items off your to-do list.
Old relationships patterns and unhealthy dynamics resurface when the Sun in Libra bumps into Pluto in Capricorn on October 22. Feelings of jealousy, control, and even manipulation may come up. This is an important time to call out bad behavior. Some of your fears and insecurities could be getting the best of you, too. This can be a moment for reflection, healing, and letting go of old coping mechanisms.
The Sun enters Scorpio later in the day and adds a little pep in your step. This Scorpio season, you’re feeling optimistic and inspired. The next few weeks are a busy time for your romantic and creative worlds. You’re attracting others into your sphere—for your sheer looks and for your talents. People can’t seem to get enough of you, so if there’s something important you want to share, take a risk! The stars are on your side.
Your schedule feels more annoying when Venus in Sagittarius bumps into Saturn in Pisces on October 28. Maybe someone who said they’d help you out bails last minute. You could be bogged down by appointments and meetings, leaving you little free time to have fun. Today’s energy can be productive for making progress on tedious tasks. Patience is key!
Mercury in Scorpio stares down Uranus in Taurus on October 30, and you’re learning some thrilling news that leaves you feeling inspired. The month closes out with Mercury in Scorpio teaming up with Neptune in Pisces to bring lucky news your way on October 31. Healing conversations can take place, or maybe you’re discussing some of your fantasies and desires with a romantic partner. This is a great day to let your creativity flow and see where it takes you. Happy Halloween!
Stephanie is an astrologer, psychic medium, and witch. She’s studied the mystical arts for over a decade including the stars, mediumship, palm reading, tarot, curanderismo, and more. She is the author of Seasons of the Zodiac: Love, Magick, and Manifestation Throughout the Astrological Year and host of the podcast Daily Horoscope for Your Zodiac Sign. Her work has also appeared in Refinery29, Well + Good, Bustle, among other publications, and she has appeared on the Today Show as an astrology expert and modern mystic.