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Horoscope for the week beginning October 26
By Michael O’Connor
Tip of the Week
The Sun is now in Scorpio as of October 23. ‘Scorpio time’ manifests as a dark, mysterious, cold time with the invitation to retreat within is extra strong for many people. It can also be experienced as a psychologically complex time as with the darkness and cold and the inner retreat from the elements.
Not surprisingly, Scorpio is symbolic of psychology and especially the process of it. Identifying, bringing to the surface and removing issues or replacing them with new and better or healthier behaviour patterns, attitudes and expressions reveal the transformational principle or death and rebirth theme of Scorpio. It is not that people will or should do these things; it is just that Scorpio time invites us and doing so represents the will to evolve and not simply to defend our habits as our rights. Scorpio, at its deepest reaches, is about the processes of purging, purification, and renewal.
In addition to the Sun, Mercury and Venus also continue to transit through the deep, mysterious and enigmatic eighth sign. Venus remains retrograde and will so until November 16! But, by October 31, Halloween Day, Venus will exit Scorpio and re-enter Libra, the seventh sign, due to the retrograde direction. On November 16 Venus turns direct.
Interestingly, on that very day, or about 15 hours later, like a celestial handoff, Mercury turns retrograde. By this time, Mercury will be in Sagittarius, which it entered on October 30. This dance between Mercury and Venus is an annual affair, yet due to both turning retrograde back to back, a much rarer event, we have this rather complex scenario.
As 2018, the Universal 11-Year draws to a close, it does so with some measure of complexity and pivotal events. These include Jupiter entering Sagittarius, its own ruling sign, in mid-December, and in mid-November, The Moon’s Nodal axis will move from Leo and Aquarius to Cancer and Capricorn. This will invite us all to lighten up, cultivate more innocence and empathy for others. Given the dramatic tempo of the world, this will be a welcome process.
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Oct. 26-Nov. 1
Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 19)
You have entered a deep cycle. It will lead you to investigate, research, explore and contemplate what you truly feel you need and want. It will include others, but you will be the one to make the final decision. Relationship questions will become increasingly apparent. Financial interests and concerns are also featured. In fact, finances may be the core theme.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 20)
Desires to engage deeply are strongly on your mind. You are ready to reach out and engage significant others. If single, this can include dating. Otherwise, your focus may be directed towards engaging with people of power and influence. You feel determined to break through, either way. If you feel blocked, seriously consider doing inner work such as hypnosis to clear the blocks.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
Health and wellness are an important them now. This may be your own or that of others. The entire focus overall is on your mind. Circumstances are trying to show you what constitutes wisdom, in this regard, and what does not. The issue of whether you will rebel, consciously or unconsciously, or embark upon some revolutionary changes is featured.
Cancer (Jun 22 – Jul 22)
An extra creative cycle has begun. It includes some measure of creative design. It may require purging what is old and outworn and replacing with new and improved. This can include possessions but may be related to perceptions, beliefs and/or attitudes too. The focus will turn to the quality and health of your lifestyle and daily routine, soon, so choose with this in mind.
Leo (Jul 23 – Aug 23)
A lot of rather deep changes are unfolding close to home. This can certainly include your house, but also family members too. Themes of death and rebirth are indicated. This can prove to be as literal as a renovation process. But it can also point to themes of mortality. Either way, complexity is indicated. On the positive side, release, and completion lead to renewal and new beginnings.
Virgo (Aug 24 – Sep 22)
An extra busy cycle is underway. This will continue well throughout November. You are challenged to cover a lot of bases. It could prove to be an extra exciting cycle – one that is dizzying and exhausting. Yet, it will lead to you feeling more confident, but that cycle will only begin in December. For now, roll with things and be as flexible and adaptable as you can.
Libra (Sep 23 – Oct 22)
Your power has been steadily rising. There are indications that it could now be really paying off. Not only are you probably happy about this, you expect it to. All being well, you have been and are confronting fears about what is possible. This includes laying claim to hidden gifts, abilities and other such treasures. Breakthrough assumptions of what you think you can’t do.
Scorpio (Oct 23 – Nov 21)
Sun, Mercury, Venus and Scorpio all in Scorpio as the week begins, indicate the urge to take some pioneering initiatives. Venus retrograde and poised to re-enter Libra right on Halloween day, could play a few tricks on you. This can include desires to express your beauty but not feeling sure which facet of it you want to share. Mars in Aquarius says: reveal your alter ego.
Sagittarius (Nov 22 – Dec 21)
With four planets in Scorpio and all in your solar house of endings, you may be dealing with some pretty heavy stuff. On the other hand, it could manifest as a deep retreat of some kind with profound implications. But, it is hardly on the light and breezy side. Diving deep with faith in the mystical aspects of life would help. Learn to go into and through the darkness.
Capricorn (Dec 22 – Jan 19)
Who are the power players in your life? These may be friends or business associates or perhaps spiritual guides and teachers. In any case, dealing with these is likely and important now. Venus retrograde in Scorpio is, however, presenting some caution signs regarding who you consider to be true and trusted friends or allies. Trust but verify.
Aquarius (Jan 20 – Feb 19)
As a fixed sign, undergoing personal changes in your attitude and approach may not come so easily. Yet, this is exactly what you are being asked to do now. It includes some measure of surrender. Endings and completion, especially on professional fronts, is indicated. This can also manifest as diving deeper and being more committed than you have wanted to be up to now.
Pisces (Feb 20 – Mar 20)
You have entered a mysterious, mystical and powerful cycle. Fortunately, these themes align well with your nature. Yet, it still remains true that you have to consciously tune-in to cooperate with such currents in order to make the most of them. It can also manifest as important endings which can be described literally or, at least metaphorically as death. But you know somehow that means transcendence.
– Michael O’Connor is a professional astrologer with an international clientele. He has 30 years of study in Astrology, Numerology and related metaphysical and spiritual modalities, over 20 years of full-time practice, is an entertaining and inspirational speaker, and writes a popular New Moon Newsletter and Horoscope Column. To learn more about Booking an Appointment, attending one of Michael’s Workshops or Webinars or one of his inspiring Visual Presentations, please visit his website or contact Michael directly at www.sunstarastrology.com or (250) 352-6871 or [email protected]
