October will be a quiet month for most people, especially when compared to September which had eclipses that brought new, and sometimes jarring, shifts to many people. But for you, October could turn out to be a landmark month. The new and full moons will be cutting across career and homes, property and family sectors, so buckle up \u2014this will be a big month.<\/p>\n
It will be important to get as much done now as you can because next month Mercury will be retrograde from November 9 to November 29. It is the planet that keeps the world spinning and progressing\u2014it rules contracts and agreements, electronic chips, shipping and logistics, travel, and factual information. When Mercury is retrograde, all these areas suffer. We become forgetful and lose personal treasures, or we rush forward before considering all the details. It is the one aspect that affects everyone uniformly, although I will admit Gemini and Virgo seem to suffer more, as they are ruled by Mercury. Also, if you work in a communications, travel, or shipping-based industry, you will feel the effects of Mercury strongly, too.<\/p>\n
But Mercury is only a small part of the problems that are due to come up in November.<\/p>\n
On November 4 (one day before you come to the full moon next month on November 5) Uranus in Gemini, 1 degree, will make an aggressive opposition to Mars in Sagittarius, 1 degree. Uranus is retrograding and heading back to Taurus, but at the time of this opposition, Uranus will not be there yet. It seems you could have unexpected problems completing a task at work or at home.<\/p>\n
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You could have computer problems or difficulties with someone who works for you at home (like a housekeeper or nanny) or at work (like a team member or assistant). This aspect could bring up scams, identity theft, and problems with unauthorized use of your credit cards, or your checks being intercepted in the mail, washed and then written to the crook with your signature intact. Those are but a few examples, and you may think of other digital-related problems.<\/p>\n
On November 20 at the new moon in Scorpio at 28 degrees, things will go from bad to worse. This time unpredictable Uranus, moving retrograde, and by then touring Taurus at 29 degrees, will oppose the full moon and Sun in Scorpio at 28 degrees. Taurus and Scorpio are two of the four highly financial signs. The Sun rules your eighth house of other people\u2019s money, so this could bring a large expense at that time.<\/p>\n
Additionally, this opposition will cut across your fifth and eleventh\u00a0houses , which could bring problems in a romantic relationship (not with your spouse or long-term partner) or with a friend, and the situation could be sensitive and emotionally charged\u2014or something could occur with your children. There seems to be too much to do and not enough time. And this will be falling just before Thanksgiving, which, in the US, is a time when families gather to celebrate and begin the end-of-year holiday season, so it will be best not to bring up any subjects you know could upset or anger members of your gathering.<\/p>\n
The new moon on October 21 will switch your attention to your profession and bring the most important new moon of the year to help you advance in your career.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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Also, at the new moon November 20, again, Uranus may bring massive computer problems, identify theft, a person pretending to be you on social media, and more. (These are various examples of some incidents that could come up.) You will need to stay alert. Watch your bank statements and credit card bills closely. Have your data backed up, and use the most current version of malware software.<\/p>\n
I want you to do all of your most important holiday shopping in October, especially if you have children on your holiday gift list.\u00a0As said earlier, next month Mercury will retrograde from November 9 to November 29, and when possible tariffs are added into the mix, you could face empty shelves and dwindling inventory.<\/p>\n
If you hope to buy an electronic item for yourself or as a gift, it will be doubly important to avoid this Mercury retrograde period (including days before and after the retrograde). Mercury rules machines and electronic chips, the reason it is never wise to buy a computer, smartphone, car, kitchen appliance, TV, or other electronic device during Mercery retrograde.<\/p>\n
You will start to feel the slowdowns and delays as soon as October 30, and the postponements and mix-ups will last at least until November 29.\u00a0Fortunately most big-box and Internet stores will have major sales in early October, so there is no need to wait for Black Friday, when Mercury will be retrograde.\u00a0Cyber Monday will be December 1, and although Mercury will have turned direct November 29, December 1 is still too close to Mercury\u2019s turnaround date and will still be acting in an unstable way. Shop in October for best results.<\/p>\n
Now let\u2019s look at October, which will be mostly positive and productive\u2014you can get a lot done.<\/p>\n
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October 6 will host a full moon in Aries, 14 degrees, lighting your house of home and family. Something is coming to a crest or conclusion regarding your physical living quarters or other property you may own, rent, buy, or sell. If physical property is not your focus, you may be working to assist a family member, whether that be on one of your parents or one of your children\u2014actually, any family member could qualify.<\/p>\n
This full moon October 6 makes no aspects to other planets, which is unusual, but of course, the Sun and full moon will be in tight communication, which is always the case at a full moon. This suggests that if you are in love and dating, you might decide to move in together or get engaged and look for a new place where you can start fresh as a couple. This is a superb year for you to marry, as you have good-fortune Jupiter in your seventh house of partnership\/marriage (and Jupiter will stay until June 30, 2026).<\/p>\n
This full moon in Aries on October 6 is very entrepreneurial, so you may be looking to buy a house and, therefore, browsing spaces. If you are creative, you may decide to build an A-frame in a region near a ski resort and rent out at as an Airbnb. It\u2019s a good time for you to review property too, as Saturn is currently not in your fourth house of home but will be back in mid-February. Saturn asks you to learn, grow, and step up to take actions that just a few years ago would have been beyond your ability to handle. Once teacher-taskmaster Saturn enters your home sector, Saturn will stay for two years, from February 13, 2026, to April 12, 2028.<\/p>\n
At the new moon October 21 your focus will shift to developments in your career. (I will discuss that in a moment.) You may hear of an interesting job opportunity earlier, on October 8, when Venus (which rules Capricorn\u2019s tenth house of professional achievement) will sextile benefic Jupiter. That day may help you get the ball rolling. Watch October 8.<\/p>\n
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On October 14, Venus will again be active, and this time receive friendly electric beams from unpredictable Uranus. This may bring a surprise for a substantial job, so keep your computer and smartphone powered up.<\/p>\n
The new moon on October 21 in Libra at 28 degrees will switch your attention to your profession and bring the most important new moon of the year to help you advance in your career. The Sun and new moon will be in your tenth house of honors, awards, and achievements, and Venus will be the highest elevated planet in your chart, which matters\u2014Venus will rise like cream to the very top of your chart, rinsing your entire chart with beauty, grace, and charm this month.<\/p>\n
Venus will be your best buddy, for she will bring smooth interactions with others, especially in your career. Venus will be taking up the major role at this new moon. I feel opportunity will come up if you look for it, and you certainly will be popular with VIPs if you are interviewing for a new position or promotion.<\/p>\n
There is one problem. Pluto, currently in your second house of earned income will be in harsh \u201csquare\u201d (denoting obstacles) to the Sun and new moon in your professional sector. I feel if you are offered the job, you may not like the salary. I don\u2019t want you to give up, but this is an indication that you will need to present a good case for why you are worth more.<\/p>\n
At this new moon, you do have extraordinary help from partners, and that could point to your headhunter or the Human Resources (HR) director at the company where you are interviewing. You have Mars and Mercury in direct touch with good-fortune Jupiter at the time, so additionally, an influential friend may intervene for you and speak to the decision makers on your behalf.<\/p>\n
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Speaking of friends, although you seem to have plenty to think about regarding home and family, plus a possible important career development, you seem to find time to socialize with friends. Energy planet Mars will be in Scorpio all month, ensuring time for fun.<\/p>\n
You have one standout day, so be sure to step out: October 27 when Mars in Scorpio reaches out to Jupiter in Cancer. It\u2019s a red-letter day that is sure to please.<\/p>\n
Halloween is October 31 and will bring the transiting moon to Pisces. That\u2019s a great sign for you\u2014you blend well with this imaginative, creative sign. The costumes are sure to be fabulous to see. If you have children, accompany them while they patrol the neighborhood to trick-or-treat, and have them home before long. I feel you would enjoy the night.<\/p>\n
The only qualm I have is that Mars will be getting close to that fierce opposition to Uranus on November 4. By October 31, these two planets will be \u201cwithin orb,\u201d meaning that Mars and Uranus will be building energy toward their clash and be mathematically within an area of influence. If invited, go to a party, but make it an early night. If you have even one drink, call a ride-share to go home. I know you are a responsible driver, but not everyone is like you. Besides, alcohol will slow your reaction time, and with this aspect building, you need to be sharp, alert, and quick to avoid a problem on the road. If you are safety conscious, you can go out and have a great time.<\/p>\n
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This will be a big month, with possible changes in both your home and career. You may to do quite a bit of juggling to handle it all, but you can, and will, because both areas are important to you. This suggests you may find your dream apartment or house to rent or buy. If you are in the market to buy, this would be the right time to do so, for Saturn has yet to settle into your home sector.<\/p>\n
Saturn will enter your home sector in a few months, on February 13, 2026, for a two-year stay, making it harder (but not impossible) to find your ideal space. This month would be a perfect time to find your new apartment or to close on a house, for next month, Mercury will be retrograde from November 9 to November 29\u2014not the time to do so. (You will feel the difficulties of Mercury retrograde as soon as November begins, and possibly even earlier.)<\/p>\n
Your career may be entering a completely new start at the new moon October 21. The new moon will appear in your prestigious tenth house of professional honors, awards, and achievements. You may be opening the doors of your new business, be given an impressive promotion, or take on a completely new job in another firm that will bring you more influence and power. It is an important moment of the year.<\/p>\n
There is a problem with this new moon October 21, however. Pluto will be in hard angle to the new moon in your career house. If you are offered a job in a large corporation, someone at the top may seem unconvinced you are worth the salary you are asking for. It will be up to you to make a solid case of why you are worthy of that salary\u2014you can do it.<\/p>\n
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If, in the negotiations, you feel that you both are oceans apart, then it is better to simply walk away. Console yourself by saying (to yourself), \u201cThey are simply not buying what I am selling\u2014they cannot grasp what I am saying. I can find others who will understand the value of my contribution.\u201d If you are going into your own business this month, Pluto\u2019s interference could come as a result of government policies that hamper your ability to make money\u2014Pluto rules the masses of people, government, and the present prevailing laws and policies put upon the people.<\/p>\n
Cast a wide net. Despite Pluto, this appears to be a good time to make a professional move. You are ruled by Saturn, giving Saturn prominence and weight at this new moon. Happily, Jupiter, the good-fortune planet, will be in a very strong and friendly conversation with Saturn (Jupiter and Saturn will make a \u201ctrine\u201d\u2014a harmonious and purely divine aspect). Jupiter will be in your partnership house, and this suggests you may need a middleman, collaborator, representative, or expert to unlock the benefits from Jupiter. Simultaneously, Jupiter will directly signal energetic Mars, suggesting that your decisions and actions will likely lead to profit.<\/p>\n
This won\u2019t be a month with all work and no play. On October 24 Mercury will be working to enliven your social eleventh house, so you will be making arrangement to see friends and have fun together.<\/p>\n
October 27 would be a perfect time to browse apartments or houses if you are thinking of moving. Mars in Scorpio will be in perfect angle to Jupiter in Cancer. Mars is the ruler of your solar fourth house of home. If you want to buy or sell real estate, with Saturn out of your fourth house of home, you can find sunny, large spaces that you adore.<\/p>\n
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Once Saturn moves into Aries (February 13, 2026, to April 12, 2028, a period of two years), the cost of rent or purchase of a house or condo will likely rise somewhat. As interest rates fall (which pundits think will happen), you can always renegotiate your mortgage to a better rate, if you have chosen a fixed-rate mortgage.<\/p>\n
Halloween is a riddle. On one hand, there\u2019s a good chance that that it will be fun. The transiting moon will be in compatible, imaginative Pisces, a water sign that blends beautifully with your earth-sign Capricorn Sun.<\/p>\n
On the other hand, the evening of October 31 is coming close to November 4, the date of the wild and wooly opposition of Mars to Uranus, which could bring anger and rebellion, as well as rash and impulsive behavior. If you do go to a party, leave early, and take a ride-share car home. Safety needs to come first on this night.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"