Add These Dates to Your G-Cal:
- September 1: Uranus Retrograde begins in Taurus
- September 1: Pluto Retrograde enters Capricorn
- September 2: New Moon in Virgo
- September 4: Mars enters Cancer
- September 8: Mercury enters Virgo
- September 17: Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Pisces
- September 22: Sun enters Libra + Fall Equinox
- September 22: Venus enters Scorpio
- September 26: Mercury enters Libra
People are watching, Sagittarius! As the month begins, we’re in the midst of Virgo season and the recognition you’ve worked so hard all year for is pouring in. Maybe you’re making progress on personal goals, up for a promotion, or fearlessly chasing after your long-term dreams.
You’re making a change to your daily routine when Uranus goes retrograde on September 1. Maybe you recognize which of your habits you’re ready to change, you make a decision to go back to school, or you start a new daily or weekly commitment. On the same day, Pluto Retrograde re-enters Capricorn. The next few months may bring up feelings of scarcity and obsessive thoughts. Try committing to a daily gratitude practice to offset the perpetual drain of late-stage capitalism.
There’s a New Moon in Virgo on September 2, marking a fresh chapter in your public life. You may debut a new role or title at work or make a big decision like getting engaged, moving, or pursuing a new career path. A few days later on September 4, Mars, the planet of anger and motivation, enters Cancer. You may feel like your bills are piling up, and this is a productive time to cut out unnecessary spending and refine your budget. Emotionally, you’re moving through the murky waters of your past. This can be painful, but you’re addressing the cosmic sludge so you can kickstart a new wave of your healing journey. Your responsible side is shining on September 7 when the Sun in Virgo locks eyes with Saturn in Pisces. You could gain recognition in your professional life or choose to walk away from a responsibility that you’ve outgrown. You may also learn important news about your living situation, a family member, or your career.
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Mercury, the planet of information, enters Virgo on September 8 and you’re focused on making professional moves. You could apply for jobs or hear from people who want to work with you. This is a lovely time to invest in your long-term goals: Is what you’re working toward still fulfilling? Maybe you’re ready to consider another path. Venus and Jupiter, the two luckiest planets in the sky, team up on September 14, bringing you positive news in your relationships. Maybe you’re discussing the future with a lover, connecting with friends, networking, or considering new career opportunities.
The Full Moon lunar eclipse in Pisces on September 17 brings an end to a personal situation. You could grieve your past and work on letting go, learn about a shift regarding a family member, or reconsider where you’re living. Your foundation is changing in some drastic way—prepare to release what keeps you comfortable. It’s time to embrace the unknown!
The Sun enters Libra and the fall equinox takes place on September 22, putting you in a more social mood. This Libra season, you’re eager to connect with friends, put yourself out there, try new hobbies, and just have fun. You could also have a one-track mind and be focused on a goal. Networking and sharing your ideas with others can help you make breakthroughs and progress on your dreams.
On the same day, Venus in Libra slams into Pluto in Capricorn, stirring up feelings of jealousy in your friendships and community. You could deal with internet trolls or people who want to exert their will over you. This is an important time to take your power back. You may make a significant decision about who you invest your time into and what projects are worthy of your energy and resources. Later in the day, Venus, the planet of connection, enters Scorpio. You’re craving time with a lover! Your intuition is also heightened, and you may experience a few visitations in your dreams from old lovers or loved ones who’ve crossed over.
Mercury enters Libra on September 26 and brings hopeful news your way. You could receive a fun invitation with friends that’s hard to turn down or maybe making lots of progress on a particular goal. Collaborative opportunities can also pop up, and you’re in a social mood. The month winds down with the Sun in Libra connecting with Mercury in Libra at the same point in the sky on September 30. Someone in your network might reach out with lucky news. This is a great day to share your ideas with others. You could go viral on social media or meet a person who will become a significant friend or ally.
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.