Dear Aries, welcome to your October Horrorscope! Your mind and spirit will become more attuned to the spookier things in life this month, and not just because it’s officially the season. As several planets begin to move through Scorpio, themes of transformation, renewal, shared resources, and even occult matters will toss a blanket of intensity over all aspects of your life. The Aries Full Moon arrives on the 7th against this backdrop; its brilliance will illuminate your inner world as you grapple with these topics. Your general life direction and (especially) your embodiment will also come into play at the time of this lunation. So will health, work, and friendship. You spend so much of your energy doing. This is a perfect time to sit down with yourself and feel. Some questions to ask yourself: am I afraid of closeness? Am I spooked by the concept of sharing resources with someone I love? What you discover has the potential to be ultra-valuable. 

On the 13th, Venus moves into Libra to beautify your closest one-on-one relationships. Libra Venus is a happy Venus, so enjoy the next few weeks! If you’re partnered up, let romance sweep you away. If you’re single and want to meet someone, this is a perfect time to get out there. Things just feel more beautiful, balanced, and flirtatious when Venus is in one of her home signs! Keep watch for a verbal clash or hurtful message around the 20th. If you don’t have anything nice to say…well, you know how that saying goes. If you really do need to get something off your chest, choose your words wisely. Money and finances could be a source of conflict at this time. However, the next day’s New Moon in Libra has the ability to smooth things over; tact, diplomacy, and balance are your keys to a fresh start within your relationships. This includes business partnerships!

All in all, October is a beacon guiding you through the messiness of desire and intimacy. Relish the darkness — it goes hand-in-hand with the deepest of connections.

With a bevy of planets moving through Scorpio and your partnership sector, you’re in for a spooky, relationship-focused October! Your Horrorscope for this month is really quite short and sweet: who are you when you’re in partnership vs. when you’re alone? Do you change, morph, mirror? Do you mask your intensity? Do you downplay your depth? A series of deep dives will be served to you on a gilded platter over the next few weeks, so try to get real with yourself before inviting someone else into these depths. October 7th’s Aries Full Moon illuminates your most tenacious subconscious fears and patterns; as the Moon beams its light into the dark, thank them for protecting you before saying your goodbyes. Make peace with solitude. Savor your connection to the Otherworlds. 

On the 13th, Venus, planet of love and beauty, moves into Libra to sweeten all things health and work. Your focus will swing more towards easeful daily routines and taking better care of yourself. Balance and harmony are essential at this time! The Libra New Moon of the 21st is a beautiful opportunity to set these intentions. To rewind just one day, the 20th is the only day this month that provides a true challenge; as Mercury clashes with Mars, prepare for the possibility of harsh thoughts and hurtful communications. This is especially true within your closest one-on-one relationships.

October is a month-long lesson in connection. Do you represent yourself truthfully to others? Do you give them the chance to know who you are? Much of your natural intensity is reserved for romantic partnerships. Not masking this aspect of your character is scary. What’s more beautiful and powerful than your ultimate truth? Nothing, that’s what.

It’s spooky season, but the real scare is how busy you’ll be this month! September’s eclipses shook up your career and home life, but October is here to help you straighten things out. With not just one (or even two), but three planets traveling through Scorpio and your health, work, and daily routine sector, the focus will be on engaging with and (hopefully) ensuring those life areas are where they need to be. You’re already pretty intense about these topics (perhaps you’re the token workplace goth?), but you may find yourself catching up on medical appointments, organizing your workstation, hitting the gym, and/or revamping your daily systems for optimal functionality. This theme will continue to build throughout the month, but October 20th’s Mars-Mercury conjunction indicates health issues or workplace drama, especially the catty kind. Mind your words; you can’t control others, but you can choose the thoughts and communiques you put out into the world. 

Let’s rewind to the 7th, when the Aries Full Moon blooms in your friendship and community sector, indicating a peak moment within those topics. Your emotions around this time may reveal something you’ve been allowing to fester in your subconscious; it could simply be a lovely, friend-filled evening. While this isn’t exactly a contentious Full Moon, a potential clash involving money, especially any shared finances, family inheritances, or tax situations) may arise. This is also a month full of creativity, fun, and pleasure! As Venus enters Libra on the 13th to sweeten up your love life, expect several weeks full of flirtation and romantic harmony. If you’re looking for a new romantic partner, it’s an ideal time to get out there. (Same goes for creative efforts!) Venus is on your side. October 21st’s Libra New Moon offers a once-per-year opportunity to clarify your intentions and goals re: dating, sex, and creative output. It’s a sweet way to wrap up the month for sure!

Prepare your boudoir because October is particular steamy! As several planets make their scheduled journeys through Scorpio and your pleasure and creativity sector, you may be positively swimming in pheromones. This theme is a crossover from last month, but it definitely intensifies, especially after the 6th. Mars, planet of action and movement is busy spicing things up, but Mars can also deliver conflict, so choose your battles wisely. This is doubly true around the 20th, when Mercury clashes with Mars to deliver hurtful news, verbal clashes, and angry thoughts. Be aware you may feel like fighting; if it’s for a legit reason, please go off, but if you’re just in your feelings about something, temperance is your best bet. 

To rewind a few weeks, the Aries Full Moon of October 7th will light up your career, illuminate any hidden feelings, and intensify your visibility in the workplace. Are you where you’d like to be at this point in your career? This lunation is connected to finances, so examine your emotions surrounding your pay grade (shared resources may also factor in). It may also be time to upgrade your skill set. The rest of this month’s astrology centers on your home life. As Venus enters your 4th house of home and family on the 13th, you’ll be in full-fledged nesting mode! It’s a perfect time to redecorate, deep-clean and beautify, or even host a party in your home. You may also be spending more time with family. The Libra New Moon of the 21st provides your annual opportunity to clarify what you want in these life areas. It arrives on the heels of that Mars-Mercury clash I mentioned earlier, so make sure to set your intentions through the lens of what you learned or experienced throughout the month.

Happy spooky season, Leo! With several planets transiting through Scorpio and your ancestral 4th house, staying out of the limelight is your path to bliss this month, especially after the 6th. It doesn’t have to be boring — spend time with family (chosen family counts too) and show your home some love. The point is to lie low, recharge, and allow yourself to just be. Of course, with so many planets in Scorpio, it’s also an excellent time to indulge in all things occult and taboo! 

The Aries Full Moon of October 7th is one of the month’s highlights, lighting up your travel, spirituality, and higher education sector and signifying peak brightness and action in these topics. Depending on your unique situation, you may grapple with some heavy feelings around this time; your finances, as well as romantic relationships (or lack thereof), could also be a vibe. Choose a quiet moment to check in with yourself. Is wanderlust calling your name? Perhaps a spiritual retreat or learning journey? Deepening your relationship to the world around you and expanding your horizons will always do you some good. Listen to your emotions. 

Once Venus enters her home sign of Libra on the 13th, the planet of love and beauty will make you desire (and value) things such as: updating your skill set, hanging with siblings, and fun little day trips (gotta scratch that travel itch somehow!). In fact, if you’re looking to spark up a flirtation, your new crush is most likely right in your neighborhood. At the very least, go check out that new café on your block. (It is pumpkin spice season, after all.) (You never know what Venus has in store.) Enjoy these moments; use whatever you learn or experience to set intentions centered around harmony and balance on October 21st’s Libra New Moon. 

If you’ve been dealing with some annoyances surrounding your home or family, they may come to a head around the 20th. As Mercury, planet of thought and communication, slams into aggressive Mars, verbal feuds, especially with a family member, are possible. The vibe will be intense, but if you play your cards right it won’t have any lasting fallout. Choose your words with care as others will be extra sensitive at this time. Oh, and Leo? You’re getting there.

You may still be recuperating from last month’s eclipse in your sign, but October is much more chill for all the Virgos! The major focus this month will be learning, communication, and exploring your surroundings, especially after the 6th. Additionally, if you’ve been meaning to reconnect with a sibling, start a new writing or podcast project, or refresh your marketable skills, now’s the time to do it! As several planets (including mental Mercury, your ruling planet) move through Scorpio, your natural intensity towards the above topics will increase, nudging you towards one information deep dive after another. (There’s also a chance you’ll be more into spooky season than normally would…) To skip ahead a few weeks, one day to watch out for is the 20th, which is when Mercury rams into action-oriented, aggressive Mars. It’s a “them’s fightin’ words” vibe, and if you experience any verbal (or written) attacks, blame the cosmos. All the signs will be dealing with this energy, but it may affect you more directly. Treat this moment like a Mercury retrograde with a little extra spice: choose your words wisely, double check your work, and let any insults (real or perceived) roll off your back. It’ll pass. 

Now, for the rewind: as October 7th’s Aries Full Moon lights up your shared resources sector, tune in to your internal world to pick up any important cues your conscious mind may have glossed over. This lunation has the ability to touch upon any shared living spaces/bills, a romantic (or business) partner’s finances, taxes, inheritances, grants, and passive income. How are you feeling about these things as they currently present in your life? A Full Moon can also indicate the completion of a cycle, as well as illumination (i.e., finding out something that was previously in the dark). Whatever occurs at this time (externally or internally) could also be related to workplace dynamics or your health. In fact, the rest of this month’s astrology is also quite money-oriented — Venus’s move into Libra and your 2nd house of earned income and possessions on the 13th could offer a financial boost. (Or a shopping spree…Venus loves luxury goods!) The Libra Full Moon of the 21st offers a lovely opportunity to fine-tune your financial goals. Aim for beauty and balance. You have the planet of love, beauty, and value in your wallet! Happy October!

Happy spooky season, Libra! For you, October’s astrology has two clear-cut themes: love and money. With several planets moving through Scorpio and your 2nd house of earned income and possessions, the cosmos seems to be guiding you towards considering, analyzing, and taking action re: your finances, especially after the 6th. You could also experience several external money-focused events (i.e. raise negotiations, necessary purchases, etc.), so be ready! You’re naturally strategic about money — this is the one life area where you actually act like a Scorpio! Work with that and tap into your intuition; set new goals, make connections, and get the ball rolling. There is one day later in the month that may provide a financial challenge. As Mercury clashes with Mars on the 20th, you could receive annoying news of some kind. Tech issues or verbal/text arguments are also possible at this time. Whatever happens, keeping a cool head will be your greatest asset.

Now, to the relationship stuff — it all kicks off at the Aries Full Moon of October 7th, which lands smack dab in your committed partnership sector. A Full Moon symbolizes peak activity, illumination, and/or the completion of a cycle. There’s some tension woven into this lunation, and it largely stems from your dating life. (As opposed to any committed, long-term relationships!) A casual connection could become more serious; alternatively, it may not make the cut! Something you were previously unaware of could be revealed. You might just be in your feelings about this life area; if that’s the case, allow yourself space and time to process those emotions. I do have some sweet news for you, however: Venus, planet of love and beauty (and a very important planet for all Libras!) enters your sign on the 13th, kicking off a period of connection and decadence. It’s a perfect time to hit send on that flirty text, revamp your closet, stack up on beauty treatments, and spend time with loved ones. You’ll feel extra magnetic and charming; others will flock to you! The Libra New Moon of the 21st is an opportunity to set fresh intentions for both you and your relationships. You’re super partnership-oriented; make sure you’re also getting what you need.

Dear Scorpio, it’s not technically your astrological season until the 23rd, but with so many planets moving through your sign, the focus is on YOU! The ancient astrologers believed that when planets are inhabiting your sign, you essentially act as an avatar for the symbolism of those planets. Take Mercury as an example: once the planet of the mind moves into Scorpio on October 6th, its characteristics — which include thought, communication, and technology — will have a much more front-and-center role in your life. It’s an excellent time to catch up on any tasks that necessitate extra focus and clarity: writing projects, catching up on emails, revamping your website, public speaking, etc. You’ll also be chattier and perhaps more social! There is one day this month that may present a challenge. As Mercury slams head-on into aggressive Mars on the 20th, you’ll be a magnet for conflict, especially verbal arguments or tense text exchanges. (This sounds dramatic, but watch out for slander!) Also, tech issues may be a thing. Treat this day like an extra-spicy Mercury retrograde: double check your work and choose your words carefully. We’ll all be dealing with this energy, and others may not take your sarcasm with a grain of salt this time around.

To rewind a few weeks, the Aries Full Moon of October 7th will have you catching up on doctor’s appointments and revamping your supplement cabinet. It’s a peak moment in all things health- and workplace-related — with possible tension swooping in from your home and family life. Take a quiet moment to check in with yourself. Are you getting enough rest? Are you eating well? You can’t keep up with your goals (and shenanigans) if you don’t take care of yourself! As Venus enters Libra and your 12th house of mental health and isolation on the 13th, take actionable steps toward structuring a better mental health routine. If you need to sequester yourself in your room to recover from your busy life, just tell people it’s a prescription from the universe. The Libra New Moon of the 21st provides a fresh start in regards to taking care of not just your body, but your spirit. One more thing: don’t let any deep-seated fear or resentment surrounding love (including self-love) and relationships bring you down. In a few weeks, you’ll be the belle of the ball, so rest up! Happy spooky season! Don’t forget that Halloween is a Scorpio…

October is always spooky season, but it’ll be extra spooky for you this year! Here’s an equation to set the scene: three planets in Scorpio + your 12th house of darkness, isolation, and the subconscious = a month full of internal and external haunting. This isn’t to say October will be overly frightful, but don’t be surprised if you feel like skipping out on social events and focusing on rest and (especially) peace instead. There’s a lot of internal work to be done; if you engage with it with curiosity and positivity, you’ll benefit more than you know. As October unfolds, consider working through any unconscious fears around loss, betrayal, and abandonment, as well as acknowledging hidden obsessions or compulsions that consistently undermine your happiness — essentially, go forth and confront your shadow this month. There’s also some fun to be had! This area of your chart is connected to intuitive and psychic abilities, the dreamworld, mysteries, occult knowledge, and a natural attunement to the most fertile aspects of your imagination. Get yourself a new journal with a crushed-red-velvet cover and start scrawling. Create a map of your subconscious —the good and the bad. Just be in there. It’s already part of you! Make sure you feel safe and well-rested on the 20th, however. As mental Mercury clashes with fire-starter Mars, your thoughts could inch toward spiral-out territory. As yourself what’s more likely: that you have a cabal of secret enemies plotting against you, or that your subconscious is acting up? Treat this day as an opportunity to gaze at your fears with gentleness and respect. It’ll do you good.

To backtrack a bit, October 7th’s Aries Full Moon will highlight themes of sex and pleasure, love and romance, creativity, and children. It’s a peak moment in those topics and may bring something hidden towards the light. Full Moons can also symbolize the end of a cycle, so if you need to clean up your love life, let the emotions you experience at this time guide you. There is some tension baked into this lunation; the same advice applies. On the 13th, Venus moves into Libra and your social, bringing extra sweetness to the associated life areas! Venus adores being in her home sign of Libra, so use the next few weeks to reconnect with friends and bask in warmth of your chosen community. The Libra New Moon of October 21st is a very cute opportunity to refine and re-commit to your friendships.

Happy October, Capricorn! It’s time to take a break from your regularly scheduled programming and schedule in some time with friends. This month features several planets cruising through Scorpio and your social 11th house, turning it into a hotspot of activity; as the leaves turn red and gold, you’ll be busy deepening your platonic connections over steamy lattes at your favorite cafe. This theme lasts throughout the month and, alongside its fun aspects, also acts as an internal guidepost. You are who you hang out with, so make sure the influences surrounding you are good ones. Watchout for a potential conflict on the 21st  — as Mercury rams into Mars, words and thoughts will take on a harsher quality. Verbal (and text) arguments can pop up; your social circle may blow up with gossip. Folks wil be extra touchy at this time, so if you want to keep things running smoothly, keep your hands clean and your communicaitons aboveboard. 

The rest of the month is all about career and home life. As October 7th’s Aries New Moon lands in your ancestral 4th house, themes of family, roots, home, and even real estate will step into the limelight. Full Moons can sybolize endings; one cycle may end to support the beginning of a new one. Some friendship financial tension may also crop up around this lunation. If you feel overly sensitive, it’s a perfect time to snuggle up at home! (In fact, the cosmos decrees it!). Give voice your gratitude for where you come from, even if it’s a painful subject. You are who you are because of those experiences; that gratitude will only be reflected back to yourself. On the 13th, Venus glides into Libra and your career sector, ready to facilitate extra-sweet business dealings or even successful cobrands. (Venus unites!) You’ll have extra charm and grace in the workplace; use it to move up the ladder. The Libra New Moon of the 21st will help you even further. Happy October!

One thing most people don’t know about you is that you’re actually quite strategic (and intense!) about your career and generally prefer to keep your own counsel (you know, in case someone attempts any subterfuge). This is because the sector of your chart associated with career and ambition is actually connected to Scorpio energy…and since several planets are traveling through that sign all month, that life area is one of October’s major themes. You’re already expending more energy on hitting your goals, and once Mercury joins the Scorpio squad on the 6th, you’ll be allocating more brain power to your efforts. Conversations with higher-ups, salary negotiations, fine-tuning your marketable skills — these are all ways this energy could manifest itself. It’s an excellent time to organize and strategize. You could also find yourself gaining more recognition for your accomplishments, so suck it up and try tolerate the limelight! Expect the unexpected around October 20th, however: as Mercury crashes into aggressive Mars, words will become workplace weapons. Challenging verbal or text exchanges are possible; so is literal slander. (Mostly because this is such a visible life area.) It likely won’t be that serious, but it’s good to be prepared! Choose your words carefully and double check your work — tech issues are also a hallmark of this transit. 

The rest of this month’s astrology centers on learning, communication, travel, higher education, and spirituality. October 7th’s Aries Full Moon will highlight the micro versions of those themes, which include acquiring new skills, everyday transit, day trips, and writing/communication (also siblings if you have any). Meanwhile, the Libra New Moon of the 21st focuses on the macros: long-distance journeys, college/grad school, religious institutions, and/or publishing. As you can see, it’s a big jumble of similar themes, so just engage with them all! That Aries Full Moon has the ability to close out a cycle or illuminate something hidden in the darkness earlier in the month, while the Libra New Moon (which boasts the presence of Venus), will renew your spark for the exotic and far-away. Enjoy this month, dear Aquarius, it’s set to be one of enlightenment and accolades!

Happy October, Pisces! Eclipse season hit you hard, but this month’s astrology is less hell-bent on your personal transformation and more about simply experiencing what life has to offer. With several planets moving through Scorpio and your expansive 9th house, themes such as long-distance travel, higher education, and exploring your spirituality will act as a balm to your beleaguered spirit. Don’t get me wrong, this month is intense in its own way — but there’s a different flavor to it. If something (or someone) piques your curiosity, go ahead and explore it. If you feel called to visit a faraway place, you have my blessing. Even if you can’t really swing a big journey right now, physical or otherwise, you can pick up an interesting new book, visit a sacred place, or take an unaccredited college course. Follow your intuition; your spirit will let you know which subject or experience will provide what you need. It’s mostly smooth sailing, but October 20th could present a challenge as chatty Mercury clashes with inflammatory Mars. Words and thoughts will become more barbed and ready to strike. Watch out for heated verbal arguments or text exchanges, poisonous news or thoughts, miscommunications, and/or tech issues, especially while travelling. Watch your own words and thoughts too — you can’t control what others do or say, but you can keep your hands clean.

To rewind a few weeks, the Aries Full Moon of October 7th will light up your financial sector, indicating a peak moment (or ending) regarding money and possessions. Unconscious fears and resentments could bubble to the surface. This is a chance to look those in the eye, give them their due, and then say your goodbyes. They’re not doing you any good; they’re not welcome here anymore. As Venus moves into Libra and your 8th house of shared resources, inheritances, close bonds, and transformative journeys on the 13th, you could receive a large chunk of money, move in with a partner or close friend, or even just get really into true crime documentaries. (The cosmos provides us with a wide range of possibilities…) On the 21st, the Libra New Moon casts its darkness on this same place, encouraging you to fine-tune your relationship to its topics with tact, grace, and balance. Lean in!