October horoscope by Hannah Crerar
The month starts off a little hazy with multiple planets retrograde. Allow for delays and use the first couple of weeks as a time of revision and reflection. The pace quickens in the middle of the month as more planets station direct. Expect a lot more action and intensity. Uncomfortable truths can no longer be hidden and we are all being asked to take responsibility in some way shape or form. With responsibility comes great power. Be intentional with your actions and decisions as they will have a long-term impact.
1st October - Mercury in Libra squares Pluto in Capricorn
This is a moment of tension that may bring about some intense and conflicting opinions. It is best to keep a calm demeanour and accept that there may be more than one opinion in the room. Stay respectful and maintain your personal integrity.
7th October - New Moon in Libra
A time to set intentions around relationships, love, and devotion. Consider the kind of person you want to be in your relationships with others as well as how you want to relate to yourself.
19th October - Mercury stations direct
Mercury, the planet of communication, thoughts, technology, and travel is stationing direct and won’t be retrograde again until 2022. You can say goodbye to the poor wifi connection, misinterpreted text messages, and brain fog of the past few weeks. Reflect on what you learned about your relationships during this time as the retrograde came with some lessons around your close connections.
21st October - Full Moon in Aries
Your desire for new beginnings will be in full force. Give yourself the permission to relinquish old ties that feel heavy and clear the slate for some fresh energy and ideas. There is part of you that feels bold and brave you can trust that it’s time for some action/ forward motion has begun. Your mission has momentum.
Aries
This month you will learn about what relationships can really last the distance. It will become clear who is a supportive force and who is a detrimental force in your life. It is important that anyone you let into your close circle supports your career goals and aspirations. At the beginning of the month, you may feel tension arising due to some miscommunication between you and your loved ones or you and colleagues. Patience and tenderness in the process will prevent unnecessary blow-ups. Slow and steady is not your usual modus operandi but if you can take a few deep breaths before taking action, you will be rewarded in the long term. Later in the month, you’ll find the courage to shine a spotlight on deeper truths about you, your sexuality, and your sensuality.
Taurus
This month you may find certain projects and working routines that once felt exciting are no longer lighting that spark inside. You might feel like you want to ditch the daily grind for shinier terrain. This is all part of the process. You are working towards something great and it’s normal to feel a little jaded or like the small details are getting scrambled in your brain. Give yourself a little break, head into nature, dance to your favourite music. Sometimes you’ve got to step away from the subject matter to get a better perspective on it all. Your partnerships are highlighted at the end of the month. Consider if your aspirations, goals and long-term values are aligned with those you are close with - especially romantically and in business.
Gemini
How does your voice want to express itself this month? Is there a message your inner child wants to share? As you connect with your younger self you may notice there are secrets living beneath the surface that want to be aired. Your shadows will always hold you, hostage, until they are brought into the light. Now is the time. Choose who you confide in with care as Mercury retrograde could have your message misinterpreted. A daily journaling practice will be a wonderful tool to bring all that lives in your subconscious into conscious awareness. Later in the month your health and wellness will be a top priority. How can you rejuvenate your daily routines to elevate your mental and physical health? Get creative!
Cancer
This month is a beautiful moment to reflect on what you value in a home. Does your current home space fulfil your needs? How can you elevate the space you are living in? Who and what in your life needs a spring clean? This month you will also explore a new edge in your relationships. Consider how your needs for your home and sense of security can align with your needs within relationships and how you can marry the two. The later part of the month is a time to connect with your heart. Simply close your eyes, take a deep breath, place a hand on your heart space and ask “what do you want?” When you truly get still and quiet enough, your heart will give you clear directives. Listen to its calling.
Leo
This month you feel a desire to reunite with friends and the local community. This strong social desire may be at odds with the demands of work projects. It can feel tempting to ditch the work, especially if you don’t feel you are being acknowledged in that space. Sometimes your best work isn’t the stuff that receives the accolades and attention but you can give yourself the pat on the back you deserve. Ironically when you take action without expectation, the praise follows. In the middle of the month, you can expect to feel the energy of the matriarch around. It is a time to really nurture and care for yourself. Later in the month, lessons around your business and romantic relationships will present themselves. Focus on how you want to show up.
Virgo
This month your sense of self-worth can be strengthened when you take the time to reflect on your relationships. There may be some inner child wounding that is ready to be healed. Take the time to soothe your nervous system so that you can welcome in the lessons with grace. Remember, everyone in your life is your teacher in some capacity. Later in the month, you will be making many connections through technology. Don’t underestimate the power of finding a soul tribe online. Maybe there is an online course you want to participate in, or perhaps you are in an exchange of kind text messages with a friend. Bring high consciousness into all the social media platforms you are participating in and you’ll receive high vibrations in return.
Libra
Your self-image and self-confidence can be greatly strengthened this month. Circumstances may arise that require you to really back yourself. It is natural to experience bouts of self-doubt along the way and you might notice stories from the past showing up, or realisations about your family systems surfacing. Feel your feelings, and give yourself the necessary pep talks and nurturing required to brave the storms outside. As you rise to the occasion, you’ll see your own worth in motion. This improvement in your self-image will really help you when it comes to money matters and recognising the value you bring to situations. There is so much inner strength beneath your calm and gentle appearance and now is the time to awaken to it.
Scorpio
This month you will receive an abundance of insights and downloads. These may channel through during your dreams, meditations, journalling sessions, or when in nature. You will feel the urge to communicate this information with your close community. Articulating what arises from the subconscious can prove to be a challenging task at times so be patient with yourself as you decipher the messages. As much as possible, drop the filter during conversations and speak from a place of vulnerability. Near the end of the month, you’ll experience a physical renewal. Nourish your body and mind in ways that are loving. It may require some forgiveness of the past. Let it all go. You are being supported to start afresh.
Sagittarius
This month it is important to clarify what you value in your community. You have the potential to meet a lot of new people, particularly in the virtual space. You may find you are inspired to connect with or create your own online community. At the same time, you will be fine-tuning your relationship with your devices and technology. The sweet spot will be revealed in time. Your focus will also be pulled toward your work. Reflect on what you value in a job, how committed you feel, and what your income expectations are. Being able to nurture positive relationships within the workspace is really important. Later in the month is a great time to slow down, get quiet, and do some soul work. You’ll be drawn to tools that facilitate deep subconscious reprogramming.
Capricorn
Your dedication to your career and life goals is an admirable trait but this month, be mindful of working to excess. With Mercury retrograde, you may feel the process is going slower than planned. Take breaks. Indulge in some “me time.” You have done so much work on your self-worth in the past year, that you can’t afford to let that all go. Remember the value of your work isn’t always determined by the number of hours you put in. In fact, being truly productive requires that you rest. When you take some time out to replenish, you will find yourself receiving floods of new ideas and dreams. Don’t underestimate the ripple effect of the ideas you share with others, so when something brilliant or innovative comes to you, share generously.
Aquarius
This month you are hungry to learn. You will connect with spiritual mentors, teachers, and wise elders. Be sure to also tune in to your own internal wisdom through meditation, journaling, and getting quiet. At the end of the month, you will start to make headway on a long-term project. What are the aspirations you have for the future? Even if it’s not a fully formed idea, you can trust there is something brewing in the background of your mind. Start to make plans to put one foot in front of the other and don’t fear the level of commitment required. Commitment and plans are only restrictive if you perceive them that way. You can find freedom within in structure. Along the way stay true to yourself. Your authenticity is what the world craves most.
Pisces
This month you will be served situations that beg you to explore the depths of your psyche. Whether you are unearthing old secrets, letting go of past life energy or feeling the release of old traumas, you will be clearing a lot. Along the way, you will be learning who and what you can trust. You may find your wider community shape-shifting in the process. Don’t fight the changes. You can trust that when you are true to your values, the relationships that uphold those values will be made visible. At the end of the month, there is a sense of expansion and new learning. You may feel inspired to take a course or dive into a life-changing book, so stay open to all the synchronicities that land on your path.
Horoscope by Hannah Crerar
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