Key Dates:
3 Mercury moves to Libra – Peace Talks
4/5 Venus Ketu – Love on the Rocks
6 Full Moon Pisces – Releasing Illusions
5 -8 Moon Rahu – Saturn, Gandanta Arc – Emotional Storms
9 Venus moves to Virgo -Love gets practical
17 Sun Moves to Libra – The King Falls
19 Jupiter moves to Cancer – Change of Fortune
21 New Moon Libra – Creating Harmony
24 Mercury Moves to Scorpio -Strategic Mind
Many planets shift signs this month ushering in a fresh wave of energy, and swift waves of change. Expect a significant shift of fortune, luck and prosperity, as Jupiter moves into its sign of exaltation, Cancer, on the 19th. This is a positive and uplifting transit, although short, as Jupiter will retrograde black to Gemini from November, before fully moving into Cancer from June – October 2026.
This can bring much prosperity, wisdom and abundance – Jupiter in the sign of the Moon highlights a time where right thinking can guide us to a more compassionate and kind attitude to solving our problems.
Mercury, planet of communication and intellect zooms through Libra, meeting with Mars – highlighting communication, negotiation, travel and relationships – but there can be sharp talk with the warrior mars, so think before speaking! This can be an aggressive combination and we may be more impatient than usual, especially if you have planets in Libra. Though it is a good time for strategic planning and collaborative events.
Venus is conjunct Ketu now, in Leo, highlighting major shifts, withdrawal, or even loss regarding finances, assets, self worth/value and relationships – as some long term situations may be tested. Intimacy may cool off, but you may also have an opportunity to let go of old, or limiting beliefs around self worth, pleasure and desire. This may awaken a deeper connection to your partner if they are willing to grow with you, and not see your evolution as a threat. Venus in Leo with Ketu also redefines your relationship to all forms of creativity and self -expression
Venus will shift into Virgo on the, an unfavorable sign as it tends to promote criticism and nitpicky behavior between lovers (a killjoy for sure) but may also highlight unmet needs and practical solutions of how you can better serve each other instead of treating love like a chore or obligation.
Emotional storms may coincide that week, with the Full Moon in Pisces, another water planet will travel over Rahu – triggering anxiety, inspiration and excess mental activity, meet with Saturn, adding a touch of sobriety, seriousness and reality checks, before crossing from Pisces to Aries – the oh so tangled karmic ‘gandanta’ knot where traffic jams and situations can get a bit bottlenecked (Keep the 8th simple if you can)
The Pisces Full Moon brings truth, reflection and realisation – some kind of completion. Pisces is a mystical and watery sign, moving in multiple directions. There can be a lack of boundaries, escapism, alcoholism and fantasy is seen in this sign. With Saturn here, shortcuts and the above mentioned traits don’t fare well – we are faced with the consequences of our choice – Maybe some area of life we refuse to ‘grow up’ in – so Daddy Saturn can be a slap in the face. Overall this can be a breakthrough in the way you can structure – or re-structure some area of life that has lacked discipline.
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As usual, these are very, very general insights – so much depends on your individual chart and its arrangement!
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12 Signs insights for October – Based on Rising Sign & Planetary Lord
Aries – Mars in 7th house of relationships highlights tension, fighting or aggression with your partner, spouse or at work. Things may peak around 23rd when the moon clashes with mars, adding a touch of emotional volatility. Stay calm, you may win the battle but lose the war.
Taurus Venus with ketu prompts reevaluation with your relationships to home, roots, mother. Venus moves to your house of romance, creativity and children. You can enjoy romantic moments with a lover, embrace your gifts, focus on your blessings and express yourself from your heart.
Gemini – Mercury moves fast this month, expect rapid developments and plans to move as Mercury shifts through Libra and Scorpio. Expect conversations with your lover, a time to enjoy each other’s company, and enjoy focusing on your talents, creative skills. Mercury moving into scorpio will highlight your habits, routines and unresolved conflicts.
Cancer being the most sensitive sign in the zodiac, since the moon moves through all 12 signs in a month – Family secrets, inner transformation and family become highlighted, as rahu is in your 8th. This can be unsettling, but ultimately transforming. Your inner psyche is evolving now and your mind may be drawn to the deeper mysteries of life. Take care around the full moon, emotions get heightened, but intuitive power is strong.
Leo Sun in your 2nd house highlights family responsibilities, resources, wealth and earning. With Ketu in your first house, you’re in a longer time cycle of dissolving identity structures and letting go of the past in some way. This is a time to be watchful of health and embrace the changes unfolding for you as you step into a more authentic way of being yourself
Virgo Mercury moves fast this month – This is a time to think about your finances, how you earn and save, money may be spent on family Now. You can rethink your approach to investments and saving. There may be more discussions with your immediate family over some issues. Mercury will then move to your 3rd house – a time of travel, short journeys, increased communication with siblings, co-workers or neighbors. Sharp and critical thinking can solve problems, but a sharp tongue may cause more.
Libra Venus with ketu in your 11th house shows up as the need to have more aligned friendships and connections in your life. Old connections may be dissolving and falling away now. You may feel detached from the goals you once had, and your sense of self is shifting. Unexpected expenses may come up toward the end of the month so have some savings!
Scorpio Mars in your 12th house can indicate you or your spouse has unsettled sleep. Dreams can be strong now. This is a time where you may feel drawn into your own world, desire to travel, or go on retreat. Your other planetary lord Ketu sits in your house of career indicating a deep need to find work that aligns with your true self, gifts and talents.
Sagittarius Change of fortune on the horizon as Your planet Jupiter shifts into Cancer, and your 8th house – Unexpected gains or inheritance may come your way. A time of expansion and growth in the hidden aspects of your life, mind and psyche. A good time for healing old traumas and pain points. Focus is on hidden wealth, family secrets and shared assets.
Capricorn – Saturn, your planet is slow moving through your 3rd house of siblings, communications and self efforts. You’re seeing the ways your rigidity limits your mindset. A time to ground your ideas, make plans and apply efforts to achieve the goals your desire. Pay attention to your habits and routines – do they support your wellbeing and greater goals in life?
Aquarius – Saturn is currently in your house of money, wealth, family and fixed assets. This is a time to consolidate, restructure and be more disciplined in what you consume, how you spend and save. Responsibilities at home may clash with your desire to express yourself in new and unconventional ways. There is space for both.
Pisces – Jupiter, your planet will shift into your house of creativity, children and good luck. This can be a time to conceive, or think about having children. This is a fortunate transit, bringing much good feelings, blessings and support, as you begin to feel more aligned to your dharma and overall purpose in life.
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