Now’s the time to take it easy. We begin with fiery Mars squaring nebulous Neptune at 1:46 am EDT, clashing to create confusing and frustrating situations, and our energy could feel zapped. The sensitive Moon then conjoins with shocking Uranus, which can cause our emotions to be erratic or on edge. Perfectionist Venus opposes expansive Jupiter, putting progress and order at odds. Finally, the Moon squares serious Saturn, forcing us to confront rules and isolation. Let’s give each other room to breathe.
The key to this day is following your heart. Mercury in Libra is in powerful opposition to Jupiter in Aries, shedding light on issues surrounding your personal truth and where you’re seeking justice. If you’ve been holding back emotionally, look at things from every angle and take a stand, even if you don’t know what it will look like on the other side.
Your romantic needs can be met with this aspect, which can even move a love story forward. The energy is chilling in a fixed sign, asking you to sit on your throne and own your royal power. Let those you care about dote on you and show you just how much you’re loved. You might even get an unexpected message from a current crush that’s been a long time coming. They’re finally letting you know how they really feel, and it might be harder for them to do than they’re letting on. It’s definitely a day for others to make some moves on your behalf.
Financial matters and career opportunities can come back around in your favor because solar energies encourage the settling of some karmic affairs. From your vantage point, there are plenty of planetary negotiations going on.
ASTROLOGICAL SNAPSHOT
Today is the 285th day of 2022
71 days until the Winter Solstice
79 days until Mercury Rx (12/29/2022-1/18/2023)
80 days until 2023
Sun is in Libra
Moon is in Taurus
Mercury is in Libra
Venus is in Libra
Mars is in Gemini
Jupiter is Rx in Aries
Saturn is Rx in Aquarius
Uranus is Rx in Taurus
Neptune is Rx in Pisces
Pluto is in Capricorn
Chiron is Rx in Aries
Ceres is in Virgo
Pallas is in Cancer
Juno is Rx in Pisces
Vesta is in Aquarius
North Node is in Taurus
Lilith is Rx in Leo
Part of Fortune is in Taurus
Ascendant is in Libra
Midheaven is in Cancer
DAILY ANIMAL SPIRIT
52 | Scarab Beetle spirit | Magic works through you.
Do you doubt your unique inner magic? Are you afraid that you have no originality or that creative juices don’t flow through you? Perhaps you mistakenly believe you’re not “the creative manifesting type.”
Scarab Beetle Spirit’s message is that creativity is a living force that comes to all of us from Spirit, who wants every person on the planet to manifest magic and co-create the world anew. You are as capable of resilience and innovation as anyone.
If you do what you’ve always done, you’re going to get what you’ve always got, so draw inspiration into your being and begin to playfully create something new— and do it without any judgment.
Creativity and magic are your legacy as an expression of the Creator, so let them flow through you.
DAILY ORACLE CARD
VIII | 8 OF CUPS
If you are feeling like it’s time to let go of a situation or you’ve recently let something go in your life, you may see the 8 of Cups appear in a reading. This can be a bit of a sad or heavy card, as the darkness on the card implies a heavy emotion. This is almost a card of resignment, giving up, walking away. We see a figure hunched over, leaving 8 cups behind him. He is moving on.
You may be searching for facts that are currently eclipsed by the Moon over the Sun in the card. Or, you may just be giving up on an ideal or situation that you once thought would bring you fulfillment. This could be a journey card, you may be physically moving to a different location and starting a new life, or a new chapter. Your heart is no longer in the situation at hand, and you are seeking new options when you see the 8 of Cups.
2022 LUNAR CALENDAR
10/17/2022 LAST QUARTER MOON IN CANCER: Your feeling of safety is now related to your home, family, and related activities such as cooking and gardening. You may be prone to emotional fluctuations; you should learn to forgive and forget in order to avoid depression from thinking too much about things. Your perception of the world can be very subjective; try to create a certain distance without being bitter. Due to your rich emotional manifestation, you can create a real sense of belonging in the world.
10/25/2022 NEW MOON IN SCORPIO: Moon in Scorpio creates the need to delve into your feelings as deeply as possible. You desire meaningful emotional exchanges now more than at any other time even if it is not easy and you are forced to change many things. Shallow relationships do not satisfy you, because they are not purifying enough.
The position of the Moon in Scorpio is very passionate and mysterious. All accumulated in the subconscious is put forward to the fore: passion, jealousy, aggression, the thirst for power, and the desire to win. Instincts now take precedence. During these periods, more fights and psychological pressure. However, this time allows a person to more easily know the depths of his soul, to exceed his possibilities – a sudden transformation, the awakening of the soul, and important spiritual discoveries are close. Do not try to hide the facts, but do not disclose all your plans, do not be too tense, and do not try to implement secret designs. Beware of resentment of someone from others. It’s easier to start things that require more courage, and determination. However, it is more difficult for criminals to cope with themselves, they are more inclined to extremes. These are the days of martial arts, the soldiers of the Spirit. More experienced people are more aware of how to take control of enslaving passions.
Not only fighters or those prone to crime become more active, but also those who are involved in power structures: military, police, security structures, etc. Increased interest in magic, magic, and secret esoteric sciences. This period is favorable for artists because feelings, and passions are hot, and the subconscious provides many opportunities for self-expression. This period is less favorable for teachers: students are more interested in love affairs and evil jokes. Favorable time for signing documents, renting out a property, painting work premises, showing trust, solving problems, sending detailed inquiries, starting campaigns against competitors, and making important transactions. A good time for activities in the field of police control, surgery, research, exploration, meat trade, mining, investment management, and also in the area associated with funerals.
OCTOBER 2022 ASTROLOGICAL CALENDAR
OCT 12 — MERCURY IN LIBRA IN OPPOSITION TO JUPITER IN ARIES
This anxious aspect can make us overwhelmed with the number of projects and commitments we had taken on in our optimism. Can be difficult to delegate tasks or keep our heads above water.
OCT 13 — VENUS IN LIBRA TRINE SATURN IN AQUARIUS
A great day for relationships of all kinds as this aspect brings steady affections and strong bonds to all partnerships. This is an ideal time to find our soulmate, make some long-term investments, or do something creative.
OCT 17 — SUN IN LIBRA TRINE MARS IN GEMINI
This aspect brings energy, self-esteem, and a major boost of courage to rise above difficult challenges with ease.
OCT 18 — VENUS IN LIBRA TRINE MARS IN GEMINI
A good day for negotiation as you team up to achieve a comment goal—just make sure to get it in writing.
OCT 19 — SUN IN LIBRA SQUARE PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
The fight for power and control can lead to petty fighting when everyone wants to be the leader of the pack.
OCT 19 — VENUS IN LIBRA SQUARE PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
Secrets come out into the open during this challenging connection, bringing up feelings of betrayal, jealousy, and powerlessness.
OCT 22 — SATURN GOES DIRECT IN AQUARIUS
Moving forward, it’s time to take all the lessons we’ve learned while Saturn was in retrograde and use them to restructure our lives in unique ways.
OCT 22 — SUN IN LIBRA CONJUNCT VENUS IN LIBRA
A day of rest and relaxation as this aspect encourages us to let in the love.
OCT 22 — MERCURY IN LIBRA TRINE SATURN IN AQUARIUS
A good day to plot and brainstorm plans, but don’t put them into action just yet.
OCT 23 — SUN ENTERS SCORPIO
Things get a little darker when the sun enters mysterious Scorpio when the energy becomes intimate, deep, and a little intense for the next four weeks. However, once we allow ourselves to explore its depth, we can find transformative healing within.
OCT 23 — VENUS ENTERS SCORPIO
With the planet of love in spooky and mysterious Scorpio, it’s time to keep our circle close as we choose to spend time with our most trusted loved ones. It’s not the best time for starting new romances.
OCT 23 — JUNO GOES DIRECT IN PISCES
After a difficult retrograde, we’re ready to connect again on a deeper and more spiritual level, as partnerships become more sensitive, caring, and unselfish.
OCT 25 — NEW MOON SOLAR ECLIPSE IN SCORPIO
During this powerful solar eclipse in vengeful Scorpio, it’s a great time to put an end to any lingering grudges and bad blood between estranged loved ones. Learn to let it go.
OCT 26 — MERCURY IN LIBRA TRINE MARS IN GEMINI
This is one of the last days for steady creativity and productivity before Mars goes retrograde—so use it wisely!
OCT 27 — JUPITER REENTERS PISCES
Issues that you thought were resolved back in May suddenly come back to be revised. The good news is that having the planet of abundance in its traditional home sign will help overcome the frustration from Mars’ retrograde.
OCT 27 — MERCURY IN LIBRA SQUARE PLUTO IN CAPRICORN
An argumentative aspect under which feuding is easy but getting actual work down is almost impossible.
OCT 30 — MARS GOES RETROGRADE IN GEMINI
Driven and action-packed Mars hit the brakes in chatty Gemini for the rest of the year, making the upcoming few months feel slower. Every aspect of our lives will be put on pause and create major delays—especially when it comes to communicating our thoughts and ideas. Use this as an opportunity to take a break.
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