Aries
Your worries about the bigger picture have stayed themselves for now, but they'll be back in 2011 (soon enough!). In the meantime, your creativity and productivity are on the rise, gaining steam towards the end of the month with your Full Moon on the 22nd and Mars' transit to Sagittarius on the 28th. You're sure to be a powerhouse this month, so make sure you stay busy; your excess energy will get the best of you if you don't put it to good use. Your planet, Mars, is moving through Scorpio, which gives you a focused energy that makes you a force to be reckoned with. Your assertiveness will aid your ambition this month, so don't be afraid to speak your mind. Of course, always be sensitive to the needs of others; not everyone moves at your pace.
Taurus
Although you'll start the month with an optimistic outlook, you'll start to feel by one week in that you're swimming against the tide. Your planet, Venus, turns retrograde on the 8th, which will make you easily irritable, so make a conscious attempt to be patient with those that try to help you. A concentration of planetary energy opposite your sign will likely cause you to seek comfort in introversion. However, the only way you'll get through this month is by communicating with those you trust, so speak up. Don't be frustrated if you don't get the peace and quiet you usually enjoy; turbulence will be the norm until Venus stations direct in mid-November.
Gemini
Your planet Mercury has recently entered its echo phase (covering new ground after its retrograde cycle), so start making plans to move forward into some new territory. Mercury ingresses Libra on the 3rd, indicating a perfect launch point for whatever you have planned. Saturn in Libra (conjoining Mercury on the 8th) will keep things in perspective for you, as well as bring out your most practical and responsible side, making this month a great time for growth and advancement in the workplace. Quick-footed Mercury moves freely and unrestricted through your Fifth House this month, encouraging you to be creative. Work hard, stay productive, and enjoy a burst of energy as Mercury conjoins the Sun on the 16th. You will enjoy the fruits of your labor come the Full Moon on the 22nd, just as your planet slips into watery Scorpio. Save the last week of this month for some rest, relaxation, and reflection.
Cancer
There is a lot of action going on in your Fourth House of home and family. If you're struggling to find peace, stability, or a certain balance with your family members, look to your past for the answers. Your childhood/young adulthood experiences and decisions have taken you to where you are now, so don't neglect them. October kicks off with the Moon (your luminary) in your sign, which marks an ideal time to reflect upon your younger self. What patterns can you recognize? Venus retrograde this month will make you uneasy as your romantic relationships lose steam and seem to be stalling themselves. However, romance is not hopeless, and your confidence will be restored when the Sun ingresses Scorpio on the 23rd. Turn on the charm the last week of this month; others will notice, and likely admire.
Leo
This month, with your Sun in the air sign Libra, you should start to feel somewhat more energetic and unfettered, especially as Mercury moves to conjoin the Sun on the 16th. However, Saturn in your Third House of communication suggests that you watch your words and give respect where it is due, especially to your elders and superiors. Neptune retrograde in your Seventh House of partnerships combined with Venus in retrograde will make things especially difficult for you and your romantic partner(s). You seem like somewhat of a loose cannon these days, and therefore appear a risky investment to anyone interested; take extra measures to assure your partner that you are trustworthy. When the Sun transits to Scorpio on the 23rd, you'll be blessed with an introspective capacity to assess exactly how you feel about the important people in your life. Your thoughts may be laden with regrets from the near past, but don't let that stop you from reflecting on your mistakes and learning about your relationships.
Virgo
Your planet, Mercury, enters Libra on the 3rd. Here it will interact with ever-critical Saturn, reminding you of everything you don't like about yourself. Although you will be at your most self-conscious towards the beginning of the month (especially when Saturn conjoins Mercury on the 8th), you can still make good use of this time by being completely honest with yourself; if there really is something about yourself that bothers you, make a detailed plan of how to make some changes. Now is the time. Be sure not to dwell on your shortcomings, because when Mercury enters Scorpio on the 20th, it's time to move on. From this point on, you'll communicate with a heightened sense of confidence, having learned some important information (earlier this month) about how you interact socially.
Libra
The action is heating up in your sign this month, and your classically levelheaded personality may not be able to handle the excitement. Don't worry; sobering Saturn is there to ensure that things don't get out of hand. However, Venus (your ruling planet) retrograde in your Second House of wealth does not bode well for your finances, so be sure to keep track of all major expenditures. October is a time to play it safe with your money, even at the risk of seeming frugal. When the Sun ingresses Scorpio on the 23rd, it will illuminate your planet Venus in retrograde, which is likely to cause a great deal of emotional discomfort, especially for you mid-October birthdays. Don't expect much of a resolution until Venus stations direct mid-November.
Scorpio
The cosmic lovers Mars and Venus meet up and walk through your sign hand-in-hand the first week this month. Just as things are looking up, Venus stations retrograde on the 8th and turns everything around. After this point, people, things, or even thoughts that previously comforted you may make you feel uneasy. If you're not careful, you'll find yourself lost in your past, concerned more with decisions already made than the ones that face you now. The Moon's presence in Scorpio (8th-10th) alongside Venus' retrograde station gives a deeper, more emotional spin to this already over-dramatic encounter. This Venus retrograde may feel downright awkward for you, similar to the sensation of walking around backward. The lesson to be learned is that the direction you're facing is not necessarily the direction in which you're headed. Keep your chin up; your thoughts will clear, and your act will start to come together when the Sun lands in your sign on the 23rd.
Sagittarius
Your ruling planet, Jupiter, has been dancing with the planet Uranus (in both direct and retrograde motion) on the cusp of Pisces and Aries, an incredibly powerful yet sensitive spot in our sky. You've likely been having more rapid mood swings than usual, and you've probably been changing your long-term plans on a daily basis. Things should start settling down by about one week into the month. Both Jupiter and Uranus are now retrograde, roughly conjunct in compassionate Pisces. As Jupiter drifts away from slow-moving Uranus, you'll start to realize how important your relationships (friends and family) are to your development as an individual. In the workplace, you're likely to be more of a team player, and you'll realize that things go easier for you when you play by the rules. This month is a great time to reach out to someone you appreciate and do something nice for them.
Capricorn
Pluto direct in the early degrees of your sign, combined with a concentration of energy (including your ruling planet, Saturn) in your Tenth House of career, should give you a clear idea of how to navigate the necessary long-term structures and processes that lead towards success (whatever your definition of the word may be). Your planet Saturn conjoins the New Moon in Libra on the 7th; it's a good idea to start an important project at this point, because your focus and patience will be at an all time high. You'll be a lot more sociable and outgoing than usual this month after Saturn conjoins Mercury on the 8th, and you may even find yourself stretched thin. Mars enters your Twelfth House of secrets on the 28th, marking a perfect time to get in the alone time you've been waiting for.
Aquarius
Your ruling planet, Uranus, is causing you a great deal of stress regarding your finances as it drifts backwards through your Second House of possessions. You've never been much of a materialistic person, and the fact that money is stressing you compounds your frustration. To worsen the situation, retrograde Neptune in your sign will have you feeling like nobody understands your plight. But dig deep, Aquarian; it is not empathy that you seek, nor is it money. You're searching for knowledge, growth, and most importantly, excitement, and there's no better time to satisfy your urges than under the guidance of Mercury, Saturn, and Sun in your Ninth House of new experiences. Take some time to travel to a new place, and your new experiences will give you a new perspective that should quell your restlessness.
Pisces
The energies of retrograde partners Uranus and Jupiter (a key planet for you) in your sign seem to be unwelcome visitors; they make you uncomfortable, and with good reason. You're never a fan of drama, but it seems to have no problem finding you this month. Thankfully, Saturn is backing you up in your Eighth House of extreme circumstances should things come to a heated point. Assert yourself amongst your peers, but be respectful of their ideas. Your ruling planet, Neptune, is moving retrograde through your Twelfth House of fantasies, strongly tempting you to drift away into daydreams and avoid reality. Those who use drugs and alcohol as an escape are likely to go through their stashes more quickly this month, as the delusions of the surreal make for a liberating escape from the burdens of reality. Pluto in your Tenth House of career reminds you of these realities and warns you of the costs of ignorance. Try to stay sharp this October, for you are at your most vulnerable, at least until the Sun transits to a friendly water sign on the 23rd.
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general reading for October.
