I’m so glad there aren’t as many transits to discuss this week, because Bitches, I am TIRED.
The week starts out with a lot of activity and that Virgo New Moon that I discussed last week. In the days following that I think we are best served with a certain amount of stillness to let the dust settle. Mother Nature makes this sort of obvious by the lack of major transits for most of the week. I double checked to make sure I wasn’t missing something. I may still be, but I’m running with this, because we all need this vibe!
"Learning how to be still, to really be still and let life happen - that stillness becomes a radiance." -Morgan Freeman
"In the midst of movement and chaos, keep stillness inside of you" - Deepak Chopra
"Everything that's created comes out of silence. Your thoughts emerge from the nothingness of silence. Your words come out of this void. Your very essence emerged from emptiness. All creativity requires some stillness." - Wayne Dyer
"So the darkness shall be the light, and the stillness the dancing" - T. S. Eliot
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ARIES - Lean into your dreams, your spirituality, prayer and meditation to find stillness. Yes, I know, you find stillness in a good run. So fine, weirdo...put on your running shoes and let the pounding of your feet be your meditation. Try to turn off your brain when you can this week and focus more on connecting to deeper aspects of yourself and less on solving problems or having new ideas.
TAURUS - Lean on your friends and hobbies this week to still your mind and quell any anxiety that is creeping up. Interacting with others is important right now, particularly if you have found yourself wanting to withdraw. Be honest with yourself and if you sense depression sneaking up on you, don’t be afraid to ask for help, either from the people who know you best or from a medical professional. The darkness is temporary but everyone has a different tolerance for it.
GEMINI - This week could be challenging for you because mental stillness is not your strong suit. So get organized and be methodical about how you do your work, rather than going 100mph and trying to do everything. With your ruler going retrograde soon, this is a great opportunity for you to take some inventory of your projects, tasks, and goals. Just slow down and spend more time with each task you do this week.
CANCER - Do some exploration this week. You could literally explore some nature. Or you could explore your own mind. Learn a language, sign up for some kind of workshop, or get lost in a book. Don’t let your mind wander into things that have happened in the past, or worries about money, in particular. A period of struggle is coming to an end. It’s OK to contemplate your navel this week.
LEO - You’re thinking “Stillness you say? I can nap with the best of them!” Yes, and also...peace and serenity could come in the form of some really good sex. I am talking about the really connected, intimate kind, not a fling. Other types of intimacy could include a heart to heart talk with someone you are close to, or just a good evening by yourself (wink wink). You could also benefit from some tarot, astrology, or even some Netflix crime psychology. Swim in the deep end in whatever way feels right, but attempt to stay out of your head and be in your heart.
VIRGO - Try to be mindful of your ego this week, and focus on other people when you can. Even if you feel like things are falling down around you...the best way to combat that feeling of helplessness is to help others. You’re certainly no stranger to charity and volunteer work. But you may need a refresher in just how effective it can be to serve others when you feel like crap. This, like all things, is temporary, so don’t try to climb up on the cross...you’ll never get that last nail in.
LIBRA - If you currently lack a good routine, this is a great week to find one. Make sure you incorporate some creative exercises (I don’t mean toe touches, I mean artsy-ish stuff) into each day. Try this routine out for 7 days and see how you feel after. The stability you feel you lack currently can be created with good time management and intention setting. This is a great opportunity to play around with “what would my perfect normal routine look like?”
SCORPIO - Do a little dance, make a little love...yeah those are lyrics but that’s what came through when I looked at your chart. Have some fun. Create some romance. Go out with friends. Break away from whatever your current routine is and gain a new perspective on your own life this week. You’ve certainly earned it. But remember, joy is your birthright, not something you have to earn.
SAGITTARIUS - Time with family and in your home will help quiet your chattery mind. It seems counterintuitive to tell a Sagittarius this, but I’m looking at your chart and it’s right there. The work and school and career stuff that is on your mind so much right now will figure itself out. Take this week to let go of trying to steer the river and instead dive into your more domestic side.
CAPRICORN - Write. Write. Write. Or work on your website. Read a book. Call your sibling. Work on a podcast. Write your acceptance speech (for what, you ask? Who knows. See what comes out of your head!) . This week isn’t about making progress or achieving goals, it is about stillness, quiet, and peace. Give yourself a damn break, Cap. You can be Captain Dependable next week…
AQUARIUS - Focus on yourself this week, and what you like about yourself. It has likely been a while since you just sat down and thought or wrote about your strengths and weaknesses. Except fuck that weaknesses list, just do the strengths. We all know what our flaws are...but what do you feel makes you a badass, amazing, beautiful human? Resist the urge this week to rush, be in a hurry, or be impulsive. Pump the brakes and give yourself some love.
PISCES - You need some alone time. You need time to not think, or worry about anyone’s feelings, facial expressions, or heavy sighs. If you’re a parent, you’ll have to carve this alone time out of your days, but do it! Remember who you are when you are not someone’s mom, or dad, or employee, or partner. Who are YOU? Oh yeah, remember them? They’re pretty fucking cool. Eh?
- Mars quincunx Eris - more power struggles; impulsiveness
- Mercury enters shadow phase (retrograde 9/27-10/17) - this retrograde will happen in Libra...so partnerships and relationships may feel a little detached; but depending on your chart, this could increase connection and intimacy. Let’s not panic just yet.
- New Moon in Virgo 5:51PM PST - Clean slate for starting fresh new intentions.
- Mars trine Pluto - ambition
- Venus trine Jupiter - optimism in love (thank goddess!)
- Sun trine Uranus - positive change and excitement
- Mars quincunx Jupiter - distracted from the real opportunities by shiny objects and busy work; impatience
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- Jupiter sextile Eris - your rebellious and powerful influence can easily find opportunities to influence a wider audience
- Mercury quincunx Uranus - mentally stimulated by unusual information; keep your expectations in check because things could go slightly awry.
- Venus enters Scorpio - we are feeling more seductive, but we crave deeper intimacy and authenticity
ARIES - Lean into your dreams, your spirituality, prayer and meditation to find stillness. Yes, I know, you find stillness in a good run. So fine, weirdo...put on your running shoes and let the pounding of your feet be your meditation. Try to turn off your brain when you can this week and focus more on connecting to deeper aspects of yourself and less on solving problems or having new ideas.
TAURUS - Lean on your friends and hobbies this week to still your mind and quell any anxiety that is creeping up. Interacting with others is important right now, particularly if you have found yourself wanting to withdraw. Be honest with yourself and if you sense depression sneaking up on you, don’t be afraid to ask for help, either from the people who know you best or from a medical professional. The darkness is temporary but everyone has a different tolerance for it.
GEMINI - This week could be challenging for you because mental stillness is not your strong suit. So get organized and be methodical about how you do your work, rather than going 100mph and trying to do everything. With your ruler going retrograde soon, this is a great opportunity for you to take some inventory of your projects, tasks, and goals. Just slow down and spend more time with each task you do this week.
CANCER - Do some exploration this week. You could literally explore some nature. Or you could explore your own mind. Learn a language, sign up for some kind of workshop, or get lost in a book. Don’t let your mind wander into things that have happened in the past, or worries about money, in particular. A period of struggle is coming to an end. It’s OK to contemplate your navel this week.
LEO - You’re thinking “Stillness you say? I can nap with the best of them!” Yes, and also...peace and serenity could come in the form of some really good sex. I am talking about the really connected, intimate kind, not a fling. Other types of intimacy could include a heart to heart talk with someone you are close to, or just a good evening by yourself (wink wink). You could also benefit from some tarot, astrology, or even some Netflix crime psychology. Swim in the deep end in whatever way feels right, but attempt to stay out of your head and be in your heart.
VIRGO - Try to be mindful of your ego this week, and focus on other people when you can. Even if you feel like things are falling down around you...the best way to combat that feeling of helplessness is to help others. You’re certainly no stranger to charity and volunteer work. But you may need a refresher in just how effective it can be to serve others when you feel like crap. This, like all things, is temporary, so don’t try to climb up on the cross...you’ll never get that last nail in.
LIBRA - If you currently lack a good routine, this is a great week to find one. Make sure you incorporate some creative exercises (I don’t mean toe touches, I mean artsy-ish stuff) into each day. Try this routine out for 7 days and see how you feel after. The stability you feel you lack currently can be created with good time management and intention setting. This is a great opportunity to play around with “what would my perfect normal routine look like?”
SCORPIO - Do a little dance, make a little love...yeah those are lyrics but that’s what came through when I looked at your chart. Have some fun. Create some romance. Go out with friends. Break away from whatever your current routine is and gain a new perspective on your own life this week. You’ve certainly earned it. But remember, joy is your birthright, not something you have to earn.
SAGITTARIUS - Time with family and in your home will help quiet your chattery mind. It seems counterintuitive to tell a Sagittarius this, but I’m looking at your chart and it’s right there. The work and school and career stuff that is on your mind so much right now will figure itself out. Take this week to let go of trying to steer the river and instead dive into your more domestic side.
CAPRICORN - Write. Write. Write. Or work on your website. Read a book. Call your sibling. Work on a podcast. Write your acceptance speech (for what, you ask? Who knows. See what comes out of your head!) . This week isn’t about making progress or achieving goals, it is about stillness, quiet, and peace. Give yourself a damn break, Cap. You can be Captain Dependable next week…
AQUARIUS - Focus on yourself this week, and what you like about yourself. It has likely been a while since you just sat down and thought or wrote about your strengths and weaknesses. Except fuck that weaknesses list, just do the strengths. We all know what our flaws are...but what do you feel makes you a badass, amazing, beautiful human? Resist the urge this week to rush, be in a hurry, or be impulsive. Pump the brakes and give yourself some love.
PISCES - You need some alone time. You need time to not think, or worry about anyone’s feelings, facial expressions, or heavy sighs. If you’re a parent, you’ll have to carve this alone time out of your days, but do it! Remember who you are when you are not someone’s mom, or dad, or employee, or partner. Who are YOU? Oh yeah, remember them? They’re pretty fucking cool. Eh?