October 1st - Today Mercury in Libra Squares Jupiter in Cancer at 22°. Squares are an aspect that creates tension. Squares in ancient astrology describe them as of the nature of Mars, a lesser malefic planet. Mercury is the planet of communication, your thoughts, and your words. Mercury, the clever messenger, the trickster, and the communicator processes and shares information. Mercury has something to say to Jupiter in Cancer. Let's explore the archetype of Mercury being in the sign of Libra. The placement of Mercury in Libra indicates the need for mental balance (Mercury) and harmony (Libra). Mercury in Libra can see all sides of an issue. Fair-minded, rational, and mentally balanced. When Mercury is in Libra, you have to look at the ruling planet of Libra, and it's Venus. Where is Venus? She is in Virgo. There is mutual reception between Mercury and Venus because Mercury is in Venus' home sign or domicile (Libra), while Venus is in the domicile of Mercury (Virgo). If the condition of each planet in mutual reception is strong, they will strengthen and provide assistance to one another. Also, keep in mind that the South Node is in Virgo with Venus. The South Node is about releasing and letting go. Also known as the "Dragon's Tail," it symbolizes what a soul is leaving behind or evolving. The South Node and Venus will be assisting Mercury in this Square with Jupiter. Venus, the planet of love, peace, beauty, harmony will flavor the communication between Mercury and Jupiter. What is Mercury communicating to Jupiter? Jupiter's focus on expansion, optimism, and growth can cause you to overlook important details. Misunderstandings are common during this time. You may think you are expressing yourself clearly, but your message may not be heard as you intended. It is important to clarify your intentions. Communications are likely to be more emotionally charged than usual because Jupiter is exalted in Cancer, ruled by the Moon. The Moon is emotional and maternal. It governs how we seek security and comfort, express our feelings, and bond with others. While this square is formed, there is something else going on. Chiron in Aries, the wounded healer, will have an exact opposition with Mercury on October 3rd at 25°. There is something that needs healing and forgiveness. Mercury, Jupiter, and Chiron are in a deep discussion about truth, communication, and healing. Mercury wants to talk. Jupiter wants to bring optimism. And Chiron wants you to face your pain to move forward and heal. Chiron in Aries transits signifies a time of confronting deep wounds related to self-identity, personal courage, and how to assert yourself. Mercury opposing Chiron could mean you are experiencing an epiphany where you are faced with dealing with the wounds of self-worth, confidence, and esteem. Are you dealing with having to face a difficult discussion? Are you experiencing a wound that isn't quite healed yet? Or has a secret been revealed to you that has caused pain? Where is Libra living in your birth chart? Where is Cancer in your birth chart? And how about Aries? Which houses are they in? This will allow me to tell you what topics or themes you will be exploring during this time. What you can expect. Leave me a comment below and let me know which house is Libra, Cancer, and Aries in your natal chart. You can also reach me via my website. May the stars light your past with love, peace, and abundance.

Preview of this conjunction: On November 9, Mercury turns retrograde, a period that is well-known for causing confusion, delays, and miscommunications. During these three weeks, it is especially important to approach all agreements and contracts with caution. Double-check details, clarify any uncertainties, and ensure communication is clear and concise. Try to delay signing important documents until Mercury is direct again, or you may have to deal with revision later when Mercury goes direct on the 29th.

Mercury will be retrograding from November 9th-29th in Sagittarius and meets up with Mars in a conjunction on November 12th.

This conjunction is a powerful aspect that melds together the archetypes of each of these planets in the sign of Sagittarius. There could be passionate and cutting words (Mars cuts, Mercury speaks) about each person’s convictions and truth (Sagittarius). Sagittarius is the sign (ruled by Jupiter, now exalted in Cancer) that wants freedom, knowledge, travel and truth. Also, wisdom, and philosophical ideals. When this conjunction occurs, communication can be as sharp as razor blades. Try to ensure discussions are conducted openly and fairly. Healthy boundaries while discussing the needs of each other are what is important to keep in mind. On November 17th, the Scorpio Sun forms a trine to Jupiter in Cancer and to Saturn in Pisces. This grand water trine brings a flowing phase of clarity and readiness to cooperate. The quality of time this month is ideal for taking stock and clarifying relationship issues

Deeper wisdom can now be heard, and the loud voices will be subdued. It is a good time to structure plans and prepare long-term decisions in wherever Sagittarius is in your natal chart. Whatever house Sagittarius resides in your natal chart is where the “stage” is in your life. What topics could they be? Your 4th house of home, family, roots, and ancestry? Or perhaps your 6th house of daily duties, like the workplace. Maybe, it’s in your 8th house where loans, taxes, inheritances, and other people’s resources are involved. It could also mean things that you owe to others. Whether it be tangible or karmic.

Wherever this conjunction is in your birth chart, it will be highlighting the topics of your Sagittarian house. Leave me a comment and share your thoughts. Let me know which house is being affected during this transit. I can offer you insight into the topics to be aware of. As always, may the stars light your path and shine into your soul with purpose, passion, and love.

Venus Enters Capricorn – December 24, 2025 through January 17th, 2026

Venus is the planet that is tied to

love. It's about beauty. It's also connected to money and values, pleasure,

as well as harmony, art, and self-worth. So there's going to be a little touch of magic particularly over the next

couple of weeks as we see Venus, the Sun, and Mars move through this sign. Now

Capricorn in astrology is a sign that is associated with Saturn. This is a sign that is

ambitious. It is all about discipline. It's about timing, coming of age, maturity, and responsibility.

Saturn represents tradition, maturity, and building long lasting legacies in

the Capricorn area of your chart. And will have a strong focus for the next several weeks. Now, what is this going to feel

like? Let’s explore the archetypes of Venus in Capricorn. I see Venus as a flower or a phenomenal landscape of a sunset. With all the beautiful purples, pinks, oranges lighting up the sky before the Sun drops beyond the horizon. She opens us up to something and she definitely brings us into touch with our feelings as well

as all the pleasures we are seeking. This is where and when we get serious about love, compassion and kindness with a touch of structure and responsibility. Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn. Venus is the guest in the home of Capricorn. Saturn will bring maturity in love, deep love and understanding that we may never have experienced before. Grab on to these few weeks of the goddess of love, Aphrodite, in the beautiful Earth sign of Capricorn. If you harness this energy, it will bring blessings beyond what you truly ever expected regarding Venus things. That is, love, harmony, beauty, art, style, money and how you respect it and use to bless others and experience the joy in that energy.

Venus here is making the time for the things that we love. Saturn is the father of time. Whether it's relationships, or if it's financial endeavors, it's less about the wispy when

it's in Capricorn. It's more about commitment, strength and enduring the test of time. You will find that relationships really deepen with loyalty and realism. Structure and all things that are deep in the heart of Venus is here in Capricorn. This is a beautiful transit for all of us to broaden our horizons in love, true love. Whether it be in a committed relationship or a family member. A father, a mother, a grandmother, a son, a daughter, a sister, a brother. Now is the time to take the moments and grow this love in a deep and profound way than you ever thought you could.

Take this time to introspect into all the people you really and truly love and dig deeper into what Saturn has to offer to Venus. Showing her how to love, paint, create, and explore the deeper side of love. This couldn’t be a more perfect time for healing in love and growing toward each other that exudes all things that are profound, deep, and committed. Forgiveness also lives here. Saturn is here to bring that maturity into what Venus is here to do in your life during this transit. I wish everyone during this transit, and through this holiday season, that you can find a deeper peace and understanding that washes over your body, mind, and soul.

New things are emerging within you during this time.

Leave me a comment below. Let me know what house this is happening in your natal chart. Whatever house this is occurring in, is the stage. Where is the beauty emerging in your life? The topics of that house will be bringing you those archetypes of what Venus is here to show you and what Saturn is here to teach you.

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