As we step into October, the Universe once again unveils multiple opportunities to take advantage of its energy for personal growth. The biggest theme for this month is transformation.
With Mars in Scorpio, Pluto Direct and Eclipse Season we are being presented with the opportunity to make HUGE strides toward the life and business of our dreams. October promises to be a month filled with catalytic energy, with a number of alignments and transits that will impact us all in an intense way – including the final eclipse season of the year.
Read on to learn more about the most significant energies of October, exploring their potential effects and the guidance they offer on how to navigate the world we live in.
Mercury Enters Libra - October 4
During this transit there is a greater need for balance, fairness, and harmony in communication. People may find themselves more inclined to consider multiple perspectives before making decisions or engaging in conversations. This is a favorable time for negotiations, as you will tend to be more open to compromise and finding mutually beneficial solutions.
However, there can also be a tendency to overthink and weigh options excessively, which might lead to indecisiveness. It’s essential to strike a balance between considering various viewpoints and taking action when needed.
From now until October 22, the Mercury in Libra transit encourages thoughtful and harmonious communication. But, be aware, this transit may require you to be mindful of not sacrificing your own needs and opinions for the sake of keeping the peace.
Venus Enters Virgo - October 8
When Venus transits through the sign of Virgo, it brings a practical and detail-oriented energy to the themes of love, beauty, and relationships. Virgo is an earth sign known for its precision and attention to detail, and when combined with Venus, the planet of love and aesthetics, it encourages us to focus on the finer points of our relationships and the world around us.
During this transit, we may find ourselves more critical and discerning in matters of the heart, seeking perfection and refinement in our partnerships. It’s a time when we can express love through acts of service, valuing the small everyday moments that make a relationship meaningful.
This transit also highlights our desire for cleanliness, order, and health in our surroundings and personal appearance, as we strive to create harmony and balance in our lives. From now until November 8, Venus in Virgo encourages us to find beauty in the details and to approach love and relationships with a thoughtful and analytical mindset
Pluto Direct - October 10
On October 10, when Pluto transitions from retrograde to direct motion in the sign of Capricorn, we will again go through a profound shift in the way power and transformation are experienced in our lives.
As it emerges from retrograde, the energy of Pluto becomes more outwardly directed, pushing us to confront hidden truths, power struggles, and underlying psychological patterns. In the authoritative sign of Capricorn, this shift may manifest as a potent drive to take control of one’s destiny, break through obstacles, and make sweeping changes in the structures of our lives.
It can also be a time of reckoning, where issues of authority, government, and societal structures are brought to the forefront, potentially leading to significant transformations on both personal and collective levels.
From now until early 2024, when Pluto finally moves into Aquarius for good, we will be encouraged to face our fears, embrace our personal power, and undergo profound transformation in the pursuit of our goals and ambitions.
Mars Enters Scorpio - October 12
When Mars transits through Scorpio, it ignites an intense energy within us. This combination brings forth a deep and passionate drive within us, as Mars is the ancient ruler of Scorpio.
Scorpio is a water sign known for its emotional depth and determination, and when Mars – the planet of action and desire – aligns with it, it intensifies the desire for transformation and power.
This transit can stir up intense emotions, leading to a strong urge to dive into the mysteries of life, confront challenges head-on, and assert your desires with intensity. It’s a time when hidden desires and motivations may come to the surface; a time when you are more willing to take risks to achieve their goals.
While incredibly powerful, this is a transit that requires deep self-awareness to navigate with grace and patience. From now until November 24, embrace the depths of your desires and harness that energy for significant personal growth.
New Moon Solar Eclipse in Libra - October 14
The new moon solar eclipse in Libra in 2023 promises to bring significant transformation to our lives. As with all eclipses, it is best to let this energy wash over you, rather than to commit to any sort of manifestation practice.
Libra, represented by the scales of justice, is associated with balance, harmony, and partnerships. This eclipse event – the opening to our final eclipse season of 2023 – is poised to create a powerful shift in our relationships, both with others and ourselves, encouraging us to seek equality and fairness.
Eclipses are known for their ability to catalyze change, and in the diplomatic sign of Libra, we may find ourselves reevaluating the give-and-take in our connections, seeking greater equity and understanding. It’s a time to focus on finding middle ground, making amends, and fostering cooperation.
This solar eclipse invites us to reflect on our interpersonal dynamics and start on a journey of growth (noticing a theme here?!), ultimately paving the way for more harmonious connections in the future.
Mercury Enters Scorpio - October 22
When Mercury transits through Scorpio, our thoughts and communication become deeper and more intense. Scorpio, the sign of depth, passion, and investigation, influences Mercury’s usual witty and analytical nature.
During this transit, conversations tend to become more focused on uncovering hidden truths; there is a depth to them that may not always be available to us. You may be more inclined to explore complex topics, seeking to understand what lies beneath the surface.
This transit encourages introspection, making it an ideal time for deep self-reflection and psychological exploration. Coming off the heels of Mercury Retrograde, it might be the perfect time to review what you’ve accomplished since Mercury went last month.
However, be mindful of the potential for communication to become more manipulative or intense. From now until November 21, Mercury in Scorpio invites us to dig beneath the surface and communicate with a heightened sense of intuition and emotional depth.
Sun Enters Scorpio - October 23
When the Sun transits through Scorpio, it ushers in a period of intensity and transformation. There sure does seem to be a lot of Scorpio energy this month – I hope you’re ready for deep conversations, intense drive and a lot of *ish* to arrive from below the surface. Scorpio doesn’t play games, and as the Sun joins Mercury and Mars, we’re given the opportunity to ask ourselves:
“If what I could accomplish in this life was truly unlimited, what would I commit to?”
Scorpio’s energy encourages us to dig beneath the surface, embrace our inner strength, and shed what no longer serves us, ultimately leading to personal growth and empowerment. It’s a time when secrets may come to light, and the truth may be revealed, fostering both vulnerability and resilience in those most affected by the Sun’s transit through Scorpio (fixed Sun/Moon/Rising signs and Water Sun/Moon/Rising signs, for the most part).
One of the most fascinating things about Scorpio season, in my mind, is that it aligns almost perfectly with Sahmain (Halloween) and Dia de los Muertos. People often become more introspective during this time and focus on matters of life, death, and rebirth. The veil is thin and we, energetically, reach between this world and the next.
Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus - October 28
The Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in Taurus on October 28 rounds out a powerful month and brings, yet again, a potent and transformative energy to our lives. Taurus, an earth sign ruled by Venus, represents stability, material comforts, and our values. When a Lunar Eclipse occurs in Taurus, it signifies a time of significant change and evolution in these areas.
This eclipse invites us to reevaluate our financial matters, material possessions, and what we truly value in life. It can prompt us to release attachments to materialism and seek a deeper, more meaningful connection to our resources and the Earth.
Our emotions during this time may be intense as the eclipse illuminates our desires and urges us to confront any attachments or insecurities related to our possessions. It’s a powerful period for personal growth, financial restructuring, and discovering a more authentic sense of self-worth and values.
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