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Things falling apart is a kind of testing and also a kind of healing. We think that the point is to pass the test or to overcome the problem, but the truth is that things don’t really get solved. They come together and they fall apart. Then they come together again and fall apart again. It’s just like that. The healing comes from letting there be room for all of this to happen: room for grief, for relief, for misery, for joy. ─ Pema Chodron, When Things Fall Apart.
November begins with the emphasis in the sign of Scorpio. We are asked to wade through the deep, dense, emotional, mysterious waters of Scorpio. The shift from the polite, balanced, nice, more superficial Libran energy into the darker sojourn into our shadow side can be upsetting and scary at first. However, it is part of our life journey. As the Pema Chodron quote above states, the healing comes from letting things come together and also letting them fall part again. Scorpio is the sign of transformation ─ moving from a stagnant position to a whole new realm of being.
One of the reasons I love astrology is that it helps us see that nothing lasts forever. Even when we are going through really rough times, we can look ahead and see when things will shift towards an easier, more joyful time. I remember many years ago when Pluto transited my Sun. Pluto transiting your Sun, Moon or ascendant is a time of deep transformation. Necessary, but usually not fun. In the depths of despair, I looked ahead and saw that Pluto would be transiting my Sun for around two years. Two years seems like a really long time. However, it gave me hope, because I knew that I could stand it for two years by getting through one day at a time. Then, like clockwork, everything began to ease and hope and optimism returned. My life was better than ever and has remained so through the ongoing ups and owns that is called “life.”
The Sun is in Pluto’s realm (Scorpio) from October 23 through November 22, along with Venus after November 7, and also Mercury as it retrogrades back into Scorpio on November 18. Use this Scorpio energy for your personal Hero’s Journey. The alchemical Scorpio energy will assist in exposing unhelpful attitudes and self-destructive behavior. It excels in bringing things to light so they can be transmuted into a more light-filled way of being.
November 2-3: Sun at 10 Degrees Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 25 Degrees Pisces. Venus Opposition Chiron at 24 Degrees Libra/Aries. Venus Square Jupiter at 25 Degrees Libra/Cancer. Venus Quincunx Saturn at 25 Degrees Libra/Pisces. Mars Trine Neptune at 29 Degrees Scorpio/Pisces. There is a lot going on in the sky the first week in November. The Sun in a harsh aspect to Saturn reminds us to honor our responsibilities. Then, Venus’ connection to Chiron, Jupiter and Saturn urges us to move beyond old issues (Chiron), but to do so in a serious (Saturn), yet optimistic way (Jupiter). It is an excellent time to make those tough decisions that you have been putting off.
November 4: Mars Enters Sagittarius and Opposes Uranus at 0 Degrees Sagittarius/Gemini. Mars in Sagittarius brings out your competitive warrior spirit. Mars opposition Uranus sparks an active, rebellious, adventuresome dynamic. Mars opposition Uranus brings energy and inspiration, but also impulsiveness. Be careful not to scatter your energy and to think before you act.
November 5-6: Full Moon at 12 Degrees Taurus.
Sun at 14 Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Neptune at 29 Degrees Pisces.
Venus Quincunx Neptune at 29 Degrees Libra/Pisces.
Venus enters Scorpio at 6:39 PM EST
Venus Quincunx Uranus at 0 Degrees Scorpio/Gemini.
This Full Moon in Taurus has a distinct Venusian flavor, because the sign of Taurus is ruled by Venus. Venus in the Full Moon chart is quincunx Neptune, bringing a nebulous, spiritual quality to the practical Taurus Full Moon. Use this energy to re-evaluate your finances. Ask yourself: Is my financial life in tune with my spiritual aspirations and goals? Taurus is a Venus-ruled sign that puts the spotlight on relationships, security, finances and nature. Every Full Moon is a time of letting go of the mental, emotional and physical clutter of the previous 30 days. Use this time to evaluate your financial holdings, your value system, and your relationship to Mother Nature.
November 7: Venus Square Pluto at 1 Degree Scorpio/Aquarius. Uranus Retrogrades Back into Taurus. Your interactions with others may feel more intense when Venus is square Pluto. You may also become more aware of the imperfections of those around you. Use this time to change what can be changed and to accept the rest. However, major relationship issues will need to be addressed when the planet of love (Venus) meets the planet of transformation (Pluto).
November 9: Mercury Retrograde at 6 Degrees Sagiottarius. Mercury turns retrograde in Sagittarius. It will move back into Scorpio on November 19 and finally turns direct on November 29 at 20 degrees Scorpio.
November 11: Jupiter Retrograde at 25 Degrees Cancer. Jupiter retrograde in Cancer gives you a chance to re-evaluate your familty connections and to re-assess how you nurture others and how you wish to be nurtured. You might want to look at any imbalances in how your family perceives you versus your true self. Jupiter here asks the question: “How have I underestimated myself?” Jupiter resumes forward motion on March 12, 2026,
November 17: Grand Trine with Sun at 25 Degrees Scorpio Trine Jupiter at 25 Degrees Cancer and Saturn at 25 Degrees Pisces. You should be able to accomplish a lot under this Grand Trine of Sun, Jupiter and Saturn. The Sun furnishes energy, Jupiter brings optimism and Saturn brings responsibility and the desire to stick to the task until completed.
November 18: Mercury Enters Scorpio. Venus at 14 Degrees Scorpio Trine the North Nodes at 14 Degrees Pisces. Venus at 14 Degrees Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Neptune at 29 Degrees Pisces. Mars at 10 Degrees Sagittarius Sesiquiquadrate Jupiter at 25 Degrees Cancer. Venus enters Scorpio and is busy, busy, busy. It’s a great time to re-evaluate your life direction when Venus is trine the North Node. Venus sesiquiquadrate Neptune invites you to light some candles and quiet the mind. The answers to your problems can be found within.
November 20: New Moon Conjunct Sun and Mercury at 28 Degrees Scorpio Opposing Uranus at 28 Degrees Taurus. It’s time to get real, to delve deeply into your own desires and to transform (Scorpio) those things that are no longer working. You may need to have that hard conversation with someone (Mercury conjunction) to clear the air and to then let go of old negative feelings and resentments. Uranus in opposition breaks chains. Ask yourself whether you want to make a choice or to let fate make the choice for you. This New Moon in Scorpio can be wonderfully liberating if handled wisely.
November 21: Sun Opposition Uranus at 29 Degrees Scorpio/Taurus. Sun Trine Neptune at 29 Degrees Scorpio/Pisces. The Sun opposition Uranus in the fixed signs of Scorpio and Taurus can stir up some chaos around you. Digging in your heels and refusing to change or compromise will only accelerate the disorder and confusion.
November 21: Sun Enters Sagittarius at 9:35 PM EST. Spirits are lifted and optimism returns when the Sun leaves the serious, transformative sign of Scorpio and enters Sagittarius. Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter and, thus, has an optimistic, curious, energetic vibe.
November 26: Grand Trine with Venus (and Mercury), Jupiter and Saturn. Venus at 24 Degrees Scorpio Trine Jupiter in Cancer and Trine Saturn in Pisces. Venus and Mercury conjunct and both trine Jupiter and trine Saturn are such a lovely combination just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday celebration. Venus, Mercury and Jupiter bring lots of positive (Jupiter) talk (Mercury) among those you love (Venus). Saturn brings the boundaries to keep you from over indulging or from going too far or too controversial in your conversations. Enjoy!
November 28: Saturn turns Direct at 25 Degrees Pisces. The pace will pick up once Saturn regains full forward motion, particularly around business and health matters. It also signals the need to take more responsibility (Saturn) regarding your spirituality and creative endeavor (Pisces). Saturn moving direct will make an important conjunction with Neptune on February 14, 2026.
November 29-30: Venus at 29 Degrees Scorpio Opposition Uranus at 29 Degrees Taurus (Retrograde) and Trine Neptune at 29 Degrees Pisces.
Mercury Stations Direct at 20 Degrees Scorpio.
Venus Enter Sagittarius on November 30.
This time period begins with an unsettled, intense need to express rebellious (Uranus) feelings, along with a strong need to escape (Neptune). The somewhat crazy feeling should smooth out when Venus enters Sagittarius at the end of the month. It might be fun now to plan your next vacation since Sagittarius rule travel, mind expansion and adventurous trips.
Moon Movement During November 2025: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.
November 1: Moon in Pisces
November 2: Moon enters Aries
November 4: Moon enters Taurus
November 5: Full Moon at 13 Degrees 22 Minutes Taurus
November 6: Moon enters Gemini
November 8: Moon enters Cancer
November 10: Moon enters Leo
November 12: Moon enters Virgo
November 15: Moon enters Libra
November 17: Moon enters Scorpio
November 20: New Moon at 28 Degrees Scorpio at 1:47 AM
November 20: Moon enters Sagittarius at 5:25 AM
November 22: Moon enters Capricorn
November 25: Moon enters Aquarius
November 27: Moon enters Pisces
November 29: Moon enters Aries
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I am still doing astrology readings by telephone or Zoom. My readings consist of transits, progressions, solar arc directions and solar return (year ahead) in relation to your birth chart. One-hour readings are $165 and half-hour readings are $85. Readings are recorded and payment is by PayPal, Square or Venmo. Send an email to ruby@astrology-classes.com to schedule your reading.
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The Universe is one being. Everyone and everything are interconnected through an invisible web of stories. Whether we are aware of it or not, we are all in silent conversation. ─ Rumi
The Solar Eclipse and Autumn Equinox on September 21 brought a turning point. The autumn season began at the Equinox when the Sun moved from Virgo to Libra and the Libra air energy replaced the Virgo earth energy. October starts with several planets in Libra with the theme of balance, harmony, partnership, and equilibrium. It is about finding the common thread between all things, whether the threads of a spiderweb or the connection to all your fellow earth inhabitants, including human, animal, plant or rock.
The sign of Libra is ruled by the planet Venus, so the Venusian energy is pronounced this month until the 22 of October when the Sun moves into Scorpio. Mercury is also prominent in this month’s forecast. It is an exceptional month. Not because of an abundance of concerning planetary energy, but because of an abundance of milder, but short-lived transits of Mercury and Venus. While we are still challenged by the outer planet transits and some rather volatile energy at the end of the month, we have two weeks of Venusian energy aiding our return to equilibrium and a more loving vibe.
When the Sun moves into Scorpio on October 23, everything will become more intense and emotional. Though the news will continue to be full of shocking and concerning sound bites due to the outer planet transits and the planetary Scorpio energy, it is important to keep your balance and remember that we are all connected.
October 1-2: Mercury square Jupiter at 22 Degrees Libra/Cancer. Venus at 15 Degrees Virgo Sesiquiquadrate Pluto at 1 Degree Aquarius. Mercury square Jupiter stimulates a love of learning, travel and new horizons. Just be aware that Venus sesiquiquadrate Pluto brings a certain intensity to your interactions with others. This is not the best time to argue about deeply held beliefs.
October 3-4: Mercury at 25-27 Degrees Libra Opposition Chiron at 25 Aries and Quincunx Saturn at 27 Degrees Pisces RX. Memories and dreams are strong when Mercury is in opposition to Chiron. Mercury quincunx Saturn urges you to edit your thoughts to weed out the unhelpful, fearful thoughts that threaten to sabotage your peace of mind and equilibrium.
October 6: Full Moon at 14 Degrees Aries. This Aries Full Moon is known as the Harvest Moon. It is also called a Super Moon because it is closer to earth then usual and thus appears to be extra bright. An Aries Full Moon brings themes of passion, courage and release. Its purpose is to bring a new cycle into your life. Because the Moon is in opposition to the Libra Sun it is also about balancing relationship matters and easing conflicts with another about what is “fair” (Libra) and what is needed by you as an individual (Aries). Emotions (Moon) around such matters may be extra high during this Full Moon in Aries.
October 6-7: Mercury Enters Scorpio. Mercury Quincunx Neptune/Saturn Conjunction. Mercury Quincunx Uranus. Mercury Square Pluto and North Node. Mercury is very busy right now. It presents itself as rather light-hearted and sociable when in air-sign Libra. Mercury in fixed water sign Scorpio becomes much more intense. Mercury in Scorpio has a desire to delve deeply into matters and to expose secrets and hidden motives. Use Mercury’s journey through Scorpio and its square to Pluto to delve deeply into the meaning of life. Pluto deepens Mercury’s thought processes and the North Node has answers regarding the meaning of life.
October 8-9: Sun at 16 Degrees Libra Sesiquiquadrate Uranus at 1 Degree Gemini. Sun Quincunx North Node at 16 Degrees Libra/Pisces. Venus Quincunx Chiron at 25 Degrees Virgo/Aries. Mars at 12 Degrees Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 27 Degrees Pisces. The Sun, Venus and Mars are all making somewhat challenging aspects now, which may leave you feeling a little disgruntled and disoriented. The good news is that they all move relatively fast so the confusing feelings should be short-lived.
October 11: Venus Opposition Saturn (and Neptune) at 27 Degrees Virgo/Pisces. Venus is opposing the powerful Saturn/Neptune conjunction brining up issues around your close friendships and relationships. While this is a helpful aspect to assess those connections, it is not an ideal time to make decisions. Neptune will fog the true issues. You are prone to either over idealizing a relationship and glossing over the flaws or are prone to seeing problems where there are none. Wait until after the 18th to make any relationship decisions.
October 13-14: Venus Enters Libra and Opposes Neptune at 0 Degrees/Libra/Aries. Venus Trine Uranus at 1 Degree Libra/Gemini. Venus is at home in Libra and is strong there because she is the ruler of Libra. Venus opposing Neptune urges you to become clear on what and who you really value in your life. Venus trine Uranus can unexpectedly bring someone new and beneficial into your life.
Pluto Turns Direct at 1 Degree Aquarius. Aquarius rules the collective consciousness, peaceful endeavors and groups of all kinds. Pluto has uncovered lots of the dark side of life during its retrograde motion. Now, as it moves forward, we should all focus on overcoming that dark, concerning energy through gathering together and presenting a united voice for good.
October 17: Sun Square Jupiter at 24 Degrees Libra/Cancer. Sun Opposition Chiron at 24 Degrees Libra/Aries. The Sun square Jupiter brings a sense of optimism and energy. The Sun in Libra amplifies your sense of connection to others and Jupiter in Cancer brings a big dose of compassion and care for others. All of your endeavors are favored under this aspect so long as you don’t take on more projects than you can easily handle.
October 21: New Moon at 28 Degrees Libra. Use this peace-loving Libra New Moon to do something nice for yourself. Activities centered around beauty, social events and enjoyment of the simple things in life are favored. Special peace rituals or meditations are especially potent at the time of this New Moon in Libra.
October 22: Sun Enters Scorpio. Neptune Moves Retrograde Into Pisces. When the Sun is in Scorpio everything becomes more intense. Neptune retrogrades back into Pisces and trines the Scorpio Sun opening the door for deep spiritual insights.
October 23: Sun Quincunx Uranus at 0 Degrees Scorpio/Gemini. Sun at 0 Degrees Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate North Node at 15 Degrees Pisces. Jupiter Square Chiron at 24 Degrees Cancer/Aries. The energy today is somewhat challenging due to the Scorpio Sun in an adjustment aspect with Uranus. The Sun sesiquiquadrate the North Node calls for an internal adjustment after deep consideration. Jupiter square Chiron eases everything but amplifies the need for both external (Sun) and internal changes (Chiron). Don’t overthink things, but give yourself the gift of some alone time to navigate this growth aspect.
October 24: Sun Square Pluto at 1 Degree Scorpio/Aquarius. Mercury Trine Jupiter at 24 Degrees Scorpio/Cancer. Mercury Trine Saturn at 25 Degrees Scorpio/Pisces. Sun square Pluto in the fixed signs of Scorpio and Aquarius is the classic saying: “What happens when an immovable object meets an unstoppable force?” Mercury trine Jupiter is one of the “God is on our side” aspects. Just realize that in any disagreement you may or may not be right, but now is not the time to debate the issues.
October 29: Mercury Enters Sagittarius and Trines Neptune and Saturn at 29 Degrees Pisces and Opposes Uranus at 0 Degrees Gemini. Mars Trine Saturn at 25 Degrees Scorpio/Pisces. This is generally a good day to be out and about as your mind is clear and your brain is ready to take in all kinds of new stimuli. Mars trine Saturn gives you a burst of energy but calms down the Mercury opposition Uranus energy, which could find you over stimulated.
Moon Movement During October 2025: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.
October 1: Moon enters Aquarius
October 3: Moon enters Pisces
October 6: Moon enters Aries
October 6: Full Moon at 14 Degrees Aries at 11:47 PM
October 8: Moon enters Taurus
October 10: Moon enters Gemini
October 12: Moon enters Cancer
October 14: Moon enters Leo
October 16: Moon enters Virgo
October 19: Moon enters Libra at 0:01 AM
October 21 New Moon at 28 Libra at 8:25 AM
October 21: Moon enters Scorpio 11:42 AM
October 24: Moon enters Sagittarius
October 26: Moon enters Capricorn
October 28: Moon enters Aquarius
October 31: Moon enters Pisces
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I am still doing astrology readings by telephone or Zoom. My readings consist of transits, progressions, solar arc directions and solar return (year ahead) in relation to your birth chart. One-hour readings are $165 and half-hour readings are $85. Readings are recorded and payment is by PayPal, Square or Venmo. Send an email to ruby@astrology-classes.com to schedule your reading.
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I feel the suffering of millions. And yet, when I look up at the sky, I somehow feel that everything will change for the better; that this cruelty too shall end, that peace and tranquility will return once more. ─ Anne Frank
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” — Anne Lamott
September planets emphasize the need for a reset. The Sun entered Virgo on August 22, indicating an energy shift from fun, summertime activities (Leo Sun) to a more serious, focused and structured Virgo Sun energy. Despite the Virgo grounded earth energy, there are some Important and rather startling new energies emerging in the planetary landscape. Two powerful events mark the skies this month:
September 7: Total Pisces Lunar Eclipse at 15 degrees Pisces (the Sun in opposition to the Moon at 15 degrees Virgo). The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces will aspect the mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, and Pisces) and will be felt most by those who have planets from 10 to 20 degrees of those signs.
September 21: Partial Solar Eclipse at 29 degrees Virgo with the Sun and Moon in opposition to both Saturn and Neptune in Aries. The Virgo solar eclipse will be felt most strongly by those who have planets from 24 degrees of the mutable signs to 5 degrees of the cardinal signs (Libra, Capricorn, Aries and Cancer.
If you have planets or angles near these degrees, you are more apt to feel these eclipses.When eclipses land directly on your planets, they are more apt to bring life-shifting events. This is neither good nor bad. It depends on the planets and your outlook on change. Also, be aware that eclipse energy is in force for approximately six months, so events and changes may not happen right on the eclipse dates. In addition, there are several sign changes:
September 1: Retrograde Neptune backtracks into Pisces
September 2: Mercury enters Virgo
September 6: Uranus turns retrograde
September 18: Mercury enters Libra
September 19: Venus enters Virgo
September 22: Mars enters Scorpio
September 22: Sun enters Libra
If you have been putting off making a decision on important matters, the September eclipses and sign changes could be just the catalyst you need. Also, look for possible changes in politics, money matters, health and employment.
September 1-2: Mars at 16 Degrees Libra Sesiquiquadrate Uranus at 2 Degrees Gemini. Retrograde Saturn Enters Pisces. Mercury Enters Virgo. Unsettled and confusing energy now and a higher than usual likelihood of accidents and unexpected, volatile verbal exchanges. Mercury in Virgo helps to calm things down so you can sort them out.
September 3: Mercury Quincunx Neptune at 1 Degree Virgo/Aries. Mercury Square Uranus at 1 Degree Virgo/Gemini. Mercury Quincunx Pluto at 1 Degree Virgo/Aquarius. Mercury moves fast, so these are short-lived one-to-two-day aspects. However, communication matters are certainly being highlighted. Mercury square Uranus can bring disjointed conversations, rigid thinking and radical views. Mercury quincunx Pluto brings out the deep truth of the matter, though you may not be ready to face what comes up from your subconscious. Mercury quincunx Neptune brings a tinge of foggy thinking. When navigating these transits take your time, keep an open mind, and, most importantly, relax and wait for clarity.
September 4: Mars Square Jupiter at 18 Degrees Libra/Cancer. Jupiter Trine North Node at 18 Degrees Cancer/Pisces. Avoid conflict now, since your (and others’) fighting spirit is strong. Jupiter expands everything it touches, so the Martian energy is amplified by Mars square Jupiter. The good news is that Jupiter trine the North Node can bring helpful news via a person or event. Jupiter is thought to be a sign that your angels and/or spirit guides are watching over you.
September 7: Full Moon Total Lunar Eclipse at 15 Degrees 22 Minutes Pisces at 2:08 PM EDT. Venus at 15 Degrees Leo Sesiquiquadrate Neptune Retrograde at 1 Degree Aries. Every Full Moon symbolizes a time of completion and the need to let go of old outworn ideas, relationships and “stuff’ of all kinds. This Lunar Eclipse Full Moon in Pisces (with the Sun in opposition in Virgo) is especially indicative of change, transformation and the need to let go. The Sabian symbol for this Moon in Pisces is “the flow of ingenuity.” Pisces rules the arts, intuition and the connection to the divine. The Sun in Virgo rules practical, everyday matters, health and organization. The Pisces Lunar Eclipse asks that you combine the compassionate, caring and spiritual Pisces energy with the down-to-earth, practical Virgo energy. Or, as the Zen proverb states, “Before enlightenment, chop wood, carry water. After enlightenment, chop wood, carry water.”
September 11: Mercury at 18 Degrees Virgo Sesiquiquadrate Retrograde Pluto at 1 Degree Aquarius. Whenever Mercury, the planet of communication, interacts with Pluto we are bound to notice an uptick in passive-aggressive words, often delivered with passion and intensity. Thank goodness this is a one-day aspect. Just bite your tongue until the air clears tomorrow when the Sun is conjunct Mercury at 21 degrees Virgo, which favors rational communications of all kinds.
September 16: Venus Trine Chiron at 26 Degrees Leo/Aries. Mars Opposition Chiron at 26 Degrees Libra/Aries. Both Venus and Mars rule relationships, especially romantic relationships, while Chiron relates to your woundedness as a result of those relationships. Venus/Mars/Chiron aspects are an opportune time to clear the air and to heal old wounds.
September 18: Mercury Enters Libra and Opposes Neptune. Venus at 28 Degrees Leo Quincunx Saturn at 28 Degrees Pisces. Foggy thinking (Mercury opposition Neptune) and the need for relationship adjustments (Venus quincunx Saturn) makes this a problematic day for meaningful conversations. Stick to routine for now. The Virgo Solar Eclipse on September 21st will bring a new dynamic.
September 21: New Moon Partial Solar Eclipse at 29 Degrees 5 Minutes Virgo. The New Moon on September 21 is about new beginnings. What is interesting is that it occurs at 29 degrees, which is the degree of endings. That unusual placement clearly indicates the need to let something go, while welcoming a whole new way of being. The Moon moves into Libra in only two hours after this New Moon. Ask yourself:
- What in my life has served its purpose?
- Are my possessions, relationships and beliefs enhancing my life or causing stress and anxiety?
- How would it feel to no longer have that albatross hanging over my head?
- How would it feel to embrace a new way of being?
The planetary emphasis on the sign of Virgo urges you to go slowly and to plan carefully. Virgo energy is great for making reasonable, well-thought-out decisions. Stay positive. These changes may feel like the first time you jumped off a diving board — scary, but also exciting and hopeful.
September 23-24: Sun Enters Libra and Opposes Neptune/Saturn Conjunction at 0 Degree Aries. Mars Enters Scorpio and Squares Pluto in Aquarius. Sun at 1 Degree Libra Trine Uranus at 1 Degree Gemini. Sun Trine Pluto at 1 Degree Libra/Aquarius. The Autumn equinox occurs today at 2:19 PM. Meanwhile, the Sun in Libra opposite Neptune and Saturn calls for the need for diplomacy and clarity. Whenever Neptune is involved, the issues are foggy and unknown facts can trip you up. Mars at zero degrees Scorpio brings intensity and the perceived need to seek revenge or to even the score somehow. Tread carefully now and put off making major decisions for a few days.
September 24-25: Mars Quincunx Uranus at 1 Degree Scorpio/Gemini. Mars Square Pluto at 1 Degree Scorpio/Aquarius. Mars at 1 Degree Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate North Node at 17 Degrees Pisces. Mars quincunx Uranus and Mars square Pluto are both challenging, intense and disruptive aspects. Keep a low profile, be careful of accidents, and stay out of trouble and confrontations of all kinds. Mars in Scorpio sesiquiquadrate North Node in Pisces is good for re-examining deep psychological issues, especially those connected to your life purpose.aw
Moon Movement During September 2025: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.
September 1: Moon enters Capricorn
September 4 : Moon enters Aquarius
September 6: Moon enters Pisces
September 7: Full Moon Lunar Total Eclipse at 15 Degrees 22 Minutes Pisces at 2:08 pm
September 8: Moon enters Aries
September 10: Moon enters Taurus
September 12: Moon enters Gemini
September 14: Moon enters Cancer
September 17: Moon enters Leo
September 19: Moon enters Virgo
September 21: New Moon Partial Solar Eclipse at 29 Degrees 5 Minutes Virgo at 3:54 pm
September 21: Moon enters Libra at 5:40 pm
September 24: Moon enters Scorpio
September 26: Moon enters Sagittarius
September 29: Moon enters Capricorn
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I am still doing astrology readings by telephone or Zoom. My readings consist of transits, progressions, solar arc directions and solar return (year ahead) in relation to your birth chart. One-hour readings are $165 and half-hour readings are $85. Readings are recorded and payment is by PayPal, Square or Venmo. Send an email to ruby@astrology-classes.com to schedule your reading.
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The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones. ─ Confucius
The big news this month are two rare planetary formations, the Kite and the Yod. Both the Kite and the Yod combine a sense of ease with a sense of challenge. Both formations help you reach your goals if you do the required work piece by piece. Or, as shown in the quote, “we can move mountains by carrying away small stones.” This is right in tune with the manifesting energy of Leo in the beginning of August and then the organizing energy of Virgo after August 22nd.
Kite Formation
The “Kite” formation is active between August 7 and August 14. The Kite consists of two sextiles (Uranus sextile Saturn/Neptune and Saturn/Neptune sextile Pluto), three trines (a Grand Trine formed by Mars, Uranus, and Pluto) and an opposition of Mars and Saturn. Sextiles and trines are beneficial aspects that work together to help you achieve your goals. Trines bring a sense of ease and harmony and Grand Trines, such as we see on August 7, bring a flow of positive opportunities. However, trines and sextiles need a little effort from you in order to manifest.
That’s where the opposition of Mars to the Saturn/Neptune conjunction comes in. Mars gives you the drive to meet any challenges with action. Neptune gives you imagination and the ability to dream. Saturn gives you the ability to face reality and to overcome any obstacles or challenges. See the August 9 Full Moon chart below, which contains a Kite formation.
Yod Formation
August also features a Yod formation containing the Saturn/Neptune conjunction, Pluto and the Sun. A Yod, also known as the “finger of God” aspect, is a rare, powerful configuration that is believed to point to your destiny. It consists of an apex planet, two planets that are sextile and two planets that form a 150-degree quincunx angle that connects the sextiles. Quincunx aspects bring a sense of stress and tension that show where adjustments need to be made. The two sextile planets at the base form a harmonious flow that show talents that can be used to resolve the tension of the quincunx.
Finally, the planet at the point of the Yod, the “apex,” receives the energy of the two quincunxes. It shows the focus of the Yod planets and where you need to make changes to manifest your destiny. In the August 2025 Yod, the apex of the Yod is the Sun in Virgo, which translates to “steady, careful, thoughtful action brings success.” This Yod favors a balanced approach that combines imagination (Neptune), hard work (Saturn) and intensity (Pluto).
August 1: Venus Square Saturn at 1 Degree Cancer/Aries. Venus Square Neptune at 1 Degree Cancer/Aries. This is not the best day to socialize. Relationship (Venus) fears (Saturn) and confusion (Neptune) dominate your thinking due to Venus square Saturn. Venus square Neptune brings a touch of confusion and baseless worry. This is one of those days when you might feel lonelier in the company of someone else than you would feel by yourself. Use this emotionally challenging time to tune into your needs, regardless of whether you are in a relationship or not.
August 2: Venus Quincunx Pluto at 1 Degree Cancer/Aquarius. Mars at 26 Degrees Virgo Quincunx Chiron at 27 Degrees Aries. The challenging relationship energy continues when Venus is quincunx Pluto and Mars is quincunx Chiron. Your desires (Venus) seem to be squashed by the overpowering, intense Pluto quincunx. Mars quincunx Chiron adds a touch of aggressive feelings and anger fueled by old hurts and traumas. Keep your own counsel and refrain from socializing until the energy clears in a few days.
August 6: Mars Enters Libra. Mars enters Libra and opposes Neptune and Saturn at 1 Degree Aries. At the same time, Mars trines Uranus at 1 degree Gemini and Mars trines Pluto at 1 Degree Aquarius. A somewhat rare Kite formation is formed which will be around until August 14.
August 8: Mars Trine Uranus at 1 Degree Libra/Gemini. Mars Opposition Saturn and Neptune at 1 Degree Libra/Aries. Sun at 16 Degrees Leo Sesquiquadrate Saturn/Neptune at 1 Degree Aries (Rx). Mars trine Uranus is an action-packed aspect that can lead to accidents or other unexpected outcomes. Be aware of your surroundings and curb your impulsive side under this dynamic energy. Mars trine Uranus is superb for motivating you to reactivate something you put aside because of lack of energy. Flashes of insight, bright ideas and new understandings are very common when Mars is trine Uranus.
August 9: Full Moon at 16 Degrees 59 Minutes Aquarius at 3:55 AM EDT. Mars Opposition Neptune at 1 Degree Libra/Aries. The Sabian symbol for this Aquarius Full Moon is “A watchdog standing guard.” It symbolizes loyalty, faithfulness and the ability and desire to defend what you value. This Full Moon is especially apt today, when the world is experiencing governmental, climatic and financial upheavals. In the sign of Aquarius, it speaks to our connections to our community and social groups. You may be asking yourself questions around your obligation to others ─ especially questions such as: “Am I my brother’s keeper?” and, if so, “How does that fit into my concept of myself and my world view.
Of special note in this chart is a clear “Kite” formation connecting Saturn, Pluto, Mars and Uranus.
August 10: Mars Trine Pluto at 1 Degree Libra/Aquarius. Mars trine Pluto is an excellent aspect for making needed long-term changes in your life that can bring a positive outcome. Mars brings the energy and motivation and Pluto brings the will power and deep understanding needed for completion.
August 10: Mercury Turns Stationary Direct at 4 Degrees Leo. Bring on the bells and whistles and the oompah band when Mercury turns direct in Leo. Release all that pent up energy and strut your stuff now that Mercury is moving forward. Advertising is especially effective when Mercury is moving direct in Leo.
August 12: Venus Conjunct Jupiter at 14 Degrees Cancer. Venus conjunct Jupiter is a short-lived transit that is phenomenal for love and financial matters. You are feeling warm-hearted and optimistic now, and lady luck just might be smiling on you. Enjoy this expansive Venus conjunct Jupiter transit, but be careful not to over indulge or overspend, but rather to use a little self-discipline.
August 22: Sun Enters Virgo at 4:33 PD EDT. Everything quiets down and becomes more focused when the Sun is in Virgo. Make realistic plans, clean out your closets and simplify your life under Sun in Virgo.
August 23: New Moon at 0 Degrees 22 Minutes Virgo. This Virgo New Moon at the significant zero-degree mark shifts the energy to a more measured, analytical and organized way of living your daily life and looking at the world. The Virgo Moon forms a Yod aspect with Saturn/Neptune in Aries and Pluto in Aquarius. The Moon and Sun are conjunct at zero degrees in the sign of Virgo. Zero degrees of a sign indicates the need to do things differently because a new energy is emerging. The sign of Virgo is about paying more attention to your everyday actions and surroundings. Ask yourself: How can I make things more organized and concise in order to use my energy wisely?
August 24: Sun Square Uranus at 1 Degree Virgo/Gemini. Sun Quincunx Saturn and Neptune at 1 Degree Virgo/Aries. Sun Quincunx Pluto at 1 Degree Virgo/Aquarius. The Sun square Uranus also forms a Yod consisting of the Sun, Saturn and Pluto, which is in effect through August 25.
August 25: Venus Enters Leo. Venus Trine Saturn/Neptune at 1 Degree Leo/Aries. Venus likes being in Leo where she can show off her pretty clothes and charismatic nature. Venus trine the conjunction of Saturn and Neptune brings lovely soft energy (Venus and Neptune), tempered by the harsh reality of Saturn, which requires a critical, responsible view of anything that seems “too good to be true.”
August 27: Venus Opposition Pluto at 1 Degree Leo/Aquarius. Subconscious fears and doubts, particularly around love and money, can take over your rational mind when Venus is opposition Pluto. Venus rules love, money and the finer things in life, while Pluto rules undercurrents and deep phobias and fears. Be careful of hidden resentments and manipulative power moves within your financial and romantic relationships.
Moon Movement During August 2025: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.
August 1: Moon in Scorpio
August 3: Moon enters Sagittarius
August 5: Moon enters Capricorn
August 7: Moon enters Aquarius at midnight
August 9: Full Moon at 16 Degrees 59’ Aquarius at 3:55 AM EDT
August 10: Moon enters Pisces
August 12: Moon enters Aries
August 14: Moon enters Taurus
August 16: Moon enters Gemini
August 18: Moon enters Cancer
August 20: Moon enters Leo
August 23: Moon enters Virgo at 1:24 AM EDT
August 23: New Moon at 0 Degree 23 Minutes Virgo at 2:06 AM EDT
August 25: Moon enters Libra
August 27: Moon enters Scorpio
August 30: Moon enters Sagittarius
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