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We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us. – Joseph Campbell
The above image is AI generated, which bothers me a little. However, it so perfectly depicts the energy of November 2026 that I decided to use it. The bright foreground speaks to the Libran energy still lingering at the beginning of the month. The different colors and shapes feel inclusive and balanced. Then, the dark jagged tree branches bring to mind the deep work required when the Sun and other planets are in Scorpio. Toxic energy is coming to the surface and being expelled. Finally, the shafts of light in the background depict the lighter, more optimistic energy waiting to emerge, especially after the Sun moves into Sagittarius on November 22.
Collectively, we have all been through the dark-night-of-the-soul as we navigated the highly challenging energy of year 2026. Now, at the beginning of November, with the Sun in Scorpio inconjunct Saturn in Aries we are entering a time of deep reflection and deep probing into the mysteries of our psyche and life in general. November is cosmically positioned to bring karmic cleansing and emotional reset.
Amidst the challenging aspects, strong positive energy returns later in the month.
- The Scorpio New Moon aids in the release of old, self-sabotaging mindsets and helps you set new positive intentions.
- Mercury and Venus turn direct in the middle of the month releasing forward-moving energy around finances, relationships and stalled projects.
- Mars conjunct Jupiter in Leo on November 16, boosts courage, ambition, and bold action.
- The Sun enters Sagittarius on November 22. The cosmic mood shifts from pessimism to optimism and expansion.
- The Full Moon in Gemini on November 24 brings enhanced communication and favorable social activities.
November 1: Sun Quincunx Saturn at 9 Degrees Scorpio/Aries. Venus Trine North Node at 25 Degrees Libra/Aquarius. The Sun quincunx Saturn creates tension between your will and what you want to do (Sun) and what you know you should do (Saturn). Procrastination only amplifies the tension. Make the needed adjustments in your psyche and schedule (quincunx) to ease the tension of this aspect.
November 4: Sun Conjunct Mercury at 12 Degrees Scorpio. The Sun conjunct Mercury always points to a clear and focused mind and lots and lots of talk. When they meet in the sign of Scorpio old secrets may be revealed and the foggy, confused thinking begins to lift. This aspect becomes exact the day after the United States election. You can bet that there will be an overabundance of talk, chatter and threats amid attempts to make sense of it all.
November 9: New Moon at 16 Degrees 53 Minutes Scorpio. Sun at 16 Degrees Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Neptune at 1 Degree Aries. This powerful Scorpio New Moon in challenging aspect to Neptune emphasizes your emotions (water sign Scorpio and water planet Neptune). It affects your interactions with others, especially in matters relating to control, power, intimacy and resources (Scorpio Moon). This New Moon in Scorpio has the power to bring deep psychological and spiritual healing and it carries the ability to gain a higher level of self-mastery. Use Scorpio’s self-mastery skills to notice those things that make you feel out of control and, thus, fuel your self-destructive behaviors (such as addictions, debts, fear of confrontations, etc.). While challenging, this Scorpio Moon can be the key to emotional freedom.
November 11: Mars at 23 Leo Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 8 Degrees Aries (RX). Jupiter at 25 Degrees Leo Conjunct South Node at 25 Leo and Opposition North Node at 25 Aquarius. Mars sesiquiquadrate Saturn says: “Move forward (Mars), but proceed carefully (Saturn).” Jupiter conjunct the South Node promises abundance and a fuller, more joyful life through releasing old beliefs and outgrown life events. It’s time to let go of dogmatic opinions and rigid moral beliefs.
November 13: Mercury turns direct at 5 Degrees Scorpio. Venus turns direct at 22 Degrees Libra. When I thought of both Mercury and Venus turning direct on the same day, for some reason I thought of the fairy tale of Rip Van Winkle awakening from his long slumber and finding that the world had drastically changed while he was asleep. Our world has changed, but with two personal planets now moving forward, you can now actively bring about the changes you want to see.
November 15: Sun at 22 Scorpio Sesiquiquadrate Saturn at 8 Degrees Aries. A sesiquiquadrate aspect acts as a challenge, similar to a square. When the Scorpio Sun is sesiquiquadrate an Aries Saturn the image in my head was of a wild ram with big horns trying to push an immovable object. This aspect could bring insights into what you are trying to move or change through sheer force of will when it could be better handled through finesse and cooperation.
November 16-17: Mars Conjunct Jupiter at 25 Degrees Leo. Sun at 25 Degrees Scorpio Square South Node at 25 Degrees Leo and Square North Node at 25 Degrees Aquarius. Mars conjunct Jupiter brings the gifts of high energy, a sense of optimism and confidence in your own ability to succeed. This would be an excellent time to start a physical fitness regime, so long as you are careful not to overdo it in the beginning.
November 18: Sun at 26 Degrees Scorpio Square Jupiter at 26 Degrees Leo. Sun Square Mars at 26 Degrees Scorpio/Leo. Chiron at 27 Degrees Aries Trine Mars and Jupiter at 27 Degrees Leo. You are trying to make sense of the power dynamics (Mars and Pluto) around you now. Chiron in Aries urges you to take action to heal any relationship rifts due to those power dynamics. Jupiter square the Sun says: “honor your own power”. You can make more of a difference than you realize.
November 22: Sun Enters Sagittarius. The mood lightens when the Sun is in Sagittarius until December 22. Whatever is happening around you, you are able to keep a positive outlook and a sense of humor. This is a good time to look into travel or higher education possibilities. Matters connected to people and places at a distance are especially favored now. The main caution when the Sun is in Sagittarius is to monitor what you say and how you say it. The Sagittarian energy tends to promote blunt words that are off-putting or shocking to those around you.
November 23: Sun Trine Neptune at 1 Degree Sagittarius/Aries. The Sun trine Neptune is a quiet, contemplative energy that is conducive to meditation and spiritual pursuits. However, when both planets are in fire signs Sagittarius and Aries, you may find it hard to sit quietly or to contemplate for long. Engaging in tai chi or yoga could fit the bill on both levels.
November 24. Full Moon at 2 Degrees 20 Minutes Gemini Conjunct Uranus at 9:53 AM EST. Venus Trine North Node at 24 Degrees Libra/Aquarius. The Gemini Full Moon conjunct Uranus, opposition the Sun and trine Pluto is a powerful depiction of change, especially change relating to your communications, use of technology and ability to effect positive changes through communication. We are beginning to see the very real positive uses of the AI revolution (Uranus in Gemini), but also the scary, hidden (Pluto) manifestations of this mind-bending technology. Above all, the Gemini Full Moon is about shedding outworn communication patterns and consciously speaking your current truth.
November 25: Sun Opposition Uranus at 3 Degrees Sagittarius/Gemini. You could experience too much mind chatter when the Sun opposes Uranus in fire and air signs. You may also experience physical and mental restlessness and dissatisfaction with the “status quo.” Be wary of provoking arguments or discord with those around you just to shake things up. The positive side of the Sun opposition Uranus is that new, possibly brilliant, insights can suddenly appear. As always, when Uranus is involved “expect the unexpected.”
November 25: Mars Enters Virgo. Mars will be in Virgo until February 21, 2027, when it retrogrades into Leo for several months. Use Mars in Virgo to take action on all of those organizational, planning and fixing projects that you have been putting off and trying to ignore. Virgo gives you an analytical, practical mindset, while Mars gives your energy a boost.
November 29: Uranus Trine Pluto at 3 Degrees Gemini/Aquarius. Though both Uranus and Pluto are often considered to be less-than-desirable plants, I like this Uranus trine Pluto transit a lot, particularly for personal growth. Whenever two outer planets make contact, their combined energy may be felt as overwhelming and unwelcoming. However, Uranus trine Pluto helps you gain deep insights into what is wrong (or right) with your life. It is much easier to make needed changes or to enhance what is working well under this powerful combination.
November 30: Sun Trine Saturn at 8 Degrees Sagittarius/Aries. Mars Quincunx Neptune at 1 Degree Virgo/Aries. Sun trine Saturn is a highly disciplined aspect that helps you channel your energy toward anything you wish to accomplish or obtain. Use this aspect to examine your life and your life structures (habits, work, home environment, etc.) under a real and practical lens. Sun trine Saturn gives you the discipline and push to make concrete strides toward those things you wish to accomplish.
Moon Movement During November 2026: 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 Leo
November 3: Moon enters Virgo
November 5: Moon enters Libra
November 7: Moon enters Scorpio
November 9: New Moon at 16 Degrees 53 Minutes Scorpio at 2:02 AM
November 10: Moon enters Sagittarius
November 12: Moon enters Capricorn
November 15: Moon enters Aquarius
November 17: Moon enters Pisces
November 20: Moon enters Aries
November 22: Moon enters Taurus
November 24: Moon enters Gemini
November 24: Full Moon at 2 Degrees 20 Minutes Gemini at 9:53 AM
November 26: Moon enters Cancer
November 28: Moon enters Leo
November 30: Moon enters Virgo
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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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“When we create peace and harmony and balance in our minds, we will find it in our lives.”—Louise L. Hay
October 2026 certainly is an interesting astrological month. Venus, the planet of love and “blessings received”, is in the spotlight. Venus promotes balance, love, harmony and it is active in negotiations and in finding solutions to relationship problems. The month begins with the Sun in a grand trine with Uranus, Pluto and Neptune. This is an unusually harmonious signature between planets associated with power (Pluto), technology (Uranus), transformation (Pluto), vision (Neptune), and collective ideals (Uranus). Those planets are at or near the 4-degree mark of Barbault’s basket that I talked about in an earlier newsletter. They reactivate the energy of Barbault’s basket.
However, there are also several challenging aspects that promote anything but harmony. Rather, these aspects bring tension and conflicts that must be navigated and, hopefully, solved or mitigated though the helpful Venusian energy. Venus turns Retrograde in Scorpio on October 3. Venus in Scorpio brings major transformation to everything related to love and relationships, desire and attraction, money and finances, values, self-worth, security and stability.
In addition, Mars, the planet of warfare and conflict, opposes Pluto on October 3. It is easy to see that the Venusian symbolism of peace, harmony and balance is challenged by the Mars/Pluto signature of aggression and conflict.
The Libra new Moon on October 10 gives you the opportunity to reset your ideas and actions around love, money and relationships. It furthers the energetic dynamic started by Venus when it turned retrograde in Scorpio on October 3. You are being challenged to look at your old ways of relating and to refresh those ideas in a way that is more in tune with who you are now – not who you were in the past. Jupiter in Leo sextile the Sun and Moon in Libra offers the chance for new possibilities, collaborations and expansion in all areas relating to your connection to others.
You can best navigate this confusing energy by staying calm during the challenging aspects and to always keep your focus on the positive Libra energy of balance, love and harmony.
October 2-3: Mercury at 3 Degrees Scorpio Square Mars at 3 Degrees Leo; Quincunx Neptune at 2 Degrees Aries and Square Pluto at 3 Degrees Aquarius.
Mars Trine Neptune at 3 Degrees Leo/Aries. Mars Opposition Pluto at 3 Degrees Leo/Aquarius. You have a choice between peace (Mars trine Neptune) or strife (Mars opposition Pluto). Mercury square Mars in the fixed signs of Scorpio and Leo brings the tendency to resist change. Use the Mercury energy to learn the facts before making a firm decision.
October 3: Venus Turns Retrograde at 9 Degrees Scorpio. Venus is retrograde until November 14, giving you plenty of time to work on Venus issues concerning money, love, beauty, balance and relationships.
October 4-5: Sun Opposition Saturn at 11 Degrees Libra/Aries. Mercury Quincunx Uranus at 5 Degrees Scorpio/Gemini. The Sun opposite Saturn can bring a sense of loneliness, or a feeling that you are unable to connect with others in the way you would like. Mercury quincunx Uranus may also leave you feeling restless. Don’t push yourself now, but allow yourself to rest or to at least experience some quiet time to recharge your energy.
October 6: Mercury Conjunct Venus at 8 Degrees Scorpio. Conversations flow easily and compromise and agreement are possible. However, because Mercury conjunct Venus occurs in Scorpio, some deep and intense conversations may be needed to clear the air with those close to you.
October 9: Mercury at 11 Degrees Scorpio Quincunx Saturn at 11 Degrees Scorpio/Aries. Take a break from tasks that require focused concentration as your mind is prone to slip into overload status now. In addition, when Mercury is quincunx Saturn, you are apt to see all of the reasons why something won’t work. A healthy dose of gratitude will help you make needed changes without the Saturn negativity.
October 10: New Moon at 17 Degrees 21 Minutes Libra at 5:31 PM EST. Venus Square Mars at 7 Degrees Scorpio/Leo. Jupiter at 21 Degrees Leo Sextile the New Moon. The Libra New Moon is about connection, balance, harmony and settling differences in a win-win manner. Libra’s ruler, Venus, is retrograde in Scorpio asking us to delve deeply into any relationship issues Jupiter in Leo is at the same degree as the August 12 solar eclipse. It promises new possibilities and opportunities, especially through the helpful connection with others.
October 13: Sun at 20 Degrees Libra Sesiquiquadrate Uranus at 5 Degrees Gemini. You may be feeling extra restless today. Its best to curb your impatience and, rather, use this uncomfortable energy to push you towards making any needed changes. You may get sudden insights into unusual solutions to any problems under this aspect.
October 16: Mars Trine Saturn at 10 Degrees Leo/Aries. Venus Quincunx Uranus at 5 Degrees Scorpio/Gemini. Mars trine Saturn requires discipline and endurance, because delays are possible. Meanwhile, Venus quincunx Uranus can bring an exciting project to light. You may feel like you need to control things when Mars is trine Saturn coupled with Venus quincunx Uranus. Relax, let the tension from not knowing dissipate and just go with the flow.
October 16: Pluto Turns Direct at 3 Degrees Aquarius. Pluto has been retrograde since May 6. It brought a five-month time of heavy soul searching and deep introspection. Pluto direct allows you to put the positive aspects of that soul searching to practical use. It is now time to begin the changes to upgrade your life in tune with who you are now, not who you were, or who others wish you to be.
October 19-20: Sun Trine North Node at 26 Degrees Libra/Aquarius. Venus Square Pluto at 3 Degrees Scorpio/Aquarius. There is a mixed bag of energy now. The Sun trine the North Node can bring unexpected opportunities if either the Sun or the North Node fall on one of your planets near 26 degrees of Libra or Aquarius. Examine and repair any relationship issues when Venus is square Pluto.
October 21: Sun Opposition Chiron at 28 Degrees Libra/Aries. Venus Quincunx Neptune at 2 Degrees Scorpio/Aries. The Sun Opposition Chiron in the signs of Libra (Sun) and Aries (Chiron) brings up wounding issues around independence versus relationships. Some common issues with this configuration is that someone in your life did not honor your independence and individuality or, vice versa, someone was overly independent and you felt neglected because of that. Venus quincunx Neptune can bring a certain amount of disillusion when reality doesn’t live up to your idealistic expectations.
October 23: Sun Enters Scorpio Conjunct Venus at Zero Degrees Scorpio. Avoid drama and secrets when the Sun is conjunct Venus in Scorpio. Venus in Scorpio is auspicious for love and affection. Your feelings for a loved one may deepen under this aspect, so long as there are no hidden agendas or control issues in the relationship.
October 24: Mercury Turns Retrograde at 21 Degrees Scorpio. Mercury retrograde in Scorpio until November 13, brings heightened emotions and deep soul searching and introspection. Mercury retrograde in Scorpio is an excellent time to seek psychological counseling if you feel the need.
October 25: Venus Enters Libra. Sun Quincunx Neptune at 2 Degrees Scorpio/Aries. Venus retrogrades back into Libra giving you more time to work on any money or relationship issues. Venus turns direct on November 15, allowing you to take positive steps to resolve any such issues.
October 26: Full Moon at 2 Degrees 43 Minutes Taurus. Moon Conjunct Chiron. Sun Square Pluto at 3 Degrees Scorpio/Aquarius. It’s back to basics under this full Moon in Taurus. Taurus is ruled by Venus so love, finances and security are in the front of your mind now. The Moon with Chiron may bring up old, emotional fears, drama and wounding, but within that wounding, the Venus connection will go a long way toward healing. Taurus rules healing earth energy, so make time to hug a tree or to just rejoice in the beauty of nature.
The Sun square Pluto is a challenging aspect that brings pressure from both outside yourself and within yourself. Be careful in your interactions today with others, especially those in authority. Everyone is feeling tense and overwhelmed. Machines may react to all of the tension by malfunctioning.
October 28: Sun Quincunx Uranus at 4 Degrees Scorpio/Gemini. Venus Opposition Chiron at 28 Degrees Libra/Aries. Mars at 16 Degrees Leo Sesiquiquadrate Neptune at 2 Degrees Aries. Sun quincunx Uranus is known for bringing out feelings of restlessness and the desire to revolt. Additionally, the desire to escape is strong when Mars is sesiquiquadrate Neptune. Venus opposition Chiron is especially useful in helping you break away from painful relationships. Use this energy to shake yourself loose from those people and things that are not good for you.
October 30: Mercury Square Mars at 18 Degrees Scorpio/Leo. Be careful with this one. Mercury square Mars may leave you feeling touchy and irritable and prone to rehashing old grievances. Even more concerning, is that you are prone to projecting such feelings onto others now, leading to unnecessary confrontations. You are also more prone to accidents and fires now. Be especially mindful while walking or driving, as hostility and aggressiveness are often expressions of Mercury square Mars. This aspect is short lived, thank goodness, and will start to dissipate by November 1.
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Moon Movement During October 2026: 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 in Gemini
October 2: Moon enters Cancer
October 4: Moon enters Leo
October 6: Moon enters Virgo
October 9: Moon enters Libra
October 10: New Moon at 17 Degrees 21 Minutes Libra at 11:50 AM
October 11: Moon enters Scorpio
October 13: Moon enters Sagittarius
October 16: Moon enters Capricorn
October 18: Moon enters Aquarius
October 21: Moon enters Pisces
October 23: Moon enters Aries
October 25: Moon enters Taurus
October 26: Full Moon at 2 Degrees 45 Minutes Taurus at 0:11 AM
October 27: Moon enters Gemini
October 29: Moon enters Cancer
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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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“Some loose ends need to be tied up but still their threads are part of the tapestry.
Some loose ends need to be re-woven.
Some need to be pulled and allowed to lead us where they may …” ― Shellen Lubin
I love this slightly strange image, as it depicts the connection between traditional tapestry (Virgo and earth signs) and the futuristic digital influence (Virgo planets square Uranus). I view September as a connecting month, because September contains the fall equinox and connects the end of summer to the beginning of fall. September highlights the sign of Virgo and the much-needed qualities of organization, attention to detail, clear-headed thinking and reliability. Uranus rules electricity, earthquakes, and sudden events or reversals. Uranus in Gemini in square aspect to the early degrees of Virgo shakes up the good-for-you Virgo influence and adds an unexpected, sometimes exciting, element to the usually calm Virgo energy.
The month begins with Jupiter trine Saturn and also Mars square Saturn, a puzzling, tense set up indeed. Jupiter/Saturn transits are generally helpful, but that benefit is tempered by Mars square Saturn. Jupiter brings high expectations and the tendency to over extend your energy reserves, while Saturn urges restraint. Frustrations run high and aggressive outbursts can result due to Saturn and Mars being at odds with one another. Those of you with planets or points near 13 degrees of cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra and Capricorn or mutable signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius or Pisces) will feel the friction the most.
Otherwise, the energy is fairly routine this month with lots of quincunx aspects (adjustment) and a few sesiquiquadrate aspects (challenge). Another possible caution periods is September 15, when Venus is square Pluto, potentially bringing relationship issues up for review.
September 1-2: Mars Square Saturn at 13 Degrees Cancer/Aries. Mars at 14 Degrees Cancer Sesiquiquadrate North Node at 29 Degrees Aquarius. Mars square Saturn and Mars sesiquiquadrate the North Node bring a sense of frustration and unease. Ask yourself: Is my outer, public life in tune with my soul’s desire?
September 5: Sun Quincunx Saturn at 13 Degrees Virgo/Aries. Saturn in Aries generally motivates you to move forward, but with an eye toward doing so in a responsible and productive way. Sun quincunx Saturn urges you to assess the upside and downside of any action you undertake.
September 7: Sun at 15 Degrees Virgo Sesiquiquadrate Chiron at 0 Degrees Taurus. The Sun is your core identity, while Chiron indicates where you feel vulnerable and wounded. Under a Sun sesiquiquadrate Chiron aspect you may feel inadequate and more prone to self-doubt and self-flagellation. The Sun in perfectionistic Virgo only adds to the self-abuse. Break the pattern by cleaning out a drawer or dusting the bookcase. Virgo loves tidiness and organization!
September 8: Venus Trine North Node at 28 Degrees Libra/Aquarius. Venus trine the North Node brings a lovely flow to your life. Events under this transit sometimes have a fated feel, especially in financial and relationship matters.
September 10: Venus Enters Scorpio. Venus Opposition Chiron at 0 Degrees Scorpio/Taurus. Your emotions intensify when Venus is in Scorpio. Venus opposition Chiron urges you to examine and heal old wounds, especially wounds around love (Venus), money (Venus) and security (Chiron in Taurus). Venus turns retrograde on October 2, giving you even longer to explore your inner motivations and true desires around love, money and security.
September 10: Mercury Enters Libra. Mercury Quincunx Chiron at 0 Degrees Libra/Taurus. Mercury in Libra until September 30, brings a more balanced outlook on life. Your sense of fairness is heightened and your ability for diplomatic speech is enhanced. Mercury quincunx Chiron helps you discern where adjustments need to be made. Chiron in Taurus indicates that you may have been too stubborn or unyielding in your interactions with others. Mercury in Libra is excellent for smoothing over old relationship snafus and misunderstandings.
September 10: Uranus Turns Stationary Retrograde at 5 Degrees Gemini. Uranus, the great awakener, is retrograde until February 8, 2027, when it will turn stationary direct at 1 degree Gemini. Uranus events are less visible when it is retrograde because its powerful energy is turned inward. When direct it can cause chaos, sudden turns in fortune, earthquakes and general disruption. When retrograde its effects are more subtle, but no less powerful. Look for breakthroughs in understanding and communication and even flashes of insight into problems that have long defied solutions.
September 10: New Moon and Sun at 18 Degrees Virgo, Sesiquiquadrate Pluto at 3 Degrees Aquarius. Neptune Sextile Pluto at 3 Degrees Aries/Aquarius. The Virgo New Moon is an excellent time to rethink and revise your everyday habits, organization and health self-care. The New Moon sextile Pluto gives you the extra oomph and motivation to take your health care and organization seriously.
Neptune sextile Pluto will be in force for decades, because both Neptune and Pluto are very slow moving. This aspect combines Neptunes, creativity, imagination and spirituality with Pluto’s ability to bring about profound change and transformation on a very deep level. On an individual level, if you have planets in the early degrees of the Cardinal signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn) or the fixed signs (Aquarius, Taurus, Leo, Scorpio) you are undergoing a deep emotional clearing that can lead to enhanced intuitive and creative abilities over time.
September 15: Venus Square Pluto at 3 Degrees Scorpio/Aquarius. Venus Quincunx Neptune at 3 Degrees Scorpio/Aries. Proceed with caution in all matters pertaining to love and money. Venus square Pluto can bring out hidden issues regarding power, jealousy, control and possessiveness. Overspending due to stress or to soothe your security needs could also be an issue. You may want to address these issues in a week or so when the energy is less intense.
September 20: Venus Quincunx Uranus at 5 Degrees Scorpio/Gemini. You may be at war with yourself under the Venus quincunx Uranus aspect. Inner tension arises because Venus desires closeness and affection, while Uranus wants freedom and change. If you are in a relationship, alleviate this internal tug-of-war by enjoying unusual, or even weird get-aways. Exploring ghost towns together would be one possible suggestion.
September 22: Sun Enters Libra at the Equinox. Sun Quincunx North Node and Chiron. Jupiter at 18 Degrees Leo Sesiquiquadrate Neptune at 3 Degrees Aquarius. The Sun in Libra until October 23, 2026 emphasizes, fairness, diplomacy and balance. It favors all kinds of relationship matters. The Sun quincunx the North Node and Chiron points out the need to apply Libra’s talent for negotiation to relationship snafus. Ask Yourself: “How can I move past and heal the relationship tension (Libra and Chiron), while being true to myself and my needs (Libra and North Node).
September 25: Sun Opposition Neptune at 3 Degrees Libra/Aries. Don’t push yourself when the Sun is opposite Neptune. Your energy is low, you may feel tired, confused and more prone to catch colds and the flu. The good news is that you have high imagination, intuition and enhanced spiritual insights. Rest and tune into your creative and spiritual side now.
September 26: Full Moon at 3 Degrees Aries/Libra. Moon Conjunct Neptune Opposition Sun. Sun Trine Pluto at 3 Degrees Libra/Aquarius. The energy of the Aries Full Moon is rather jumbled due to the Moon in action-oriented Aries opposite the Sun in relationship-oriented Libra. The Aries Moon conjunct Neptune is also a confusing energy. The Aries Moon says: “Go, go, go; while dreamy Neptune says “let’s take a nap, sit by the stream, or light a candle and do yoga or meditate.” This is not the best time to start new projects, but could be great for using your burst of energy (Moon in Aries and Sun trine Pluto) to complete partially completed projects.
September 27: Mars Square Chiron at 29 Degrees Cancer/Aries. Mars Enters Leo at 10:48 PM. Mars squares Chiron just before it enters Leo, emphasizing those hurtful episodes from the past that are no longer relevant or useful. Mars in Leo until November 25, 2026, activates a surge of confidence and the urge to move forward with pet projects. Those of you with planets in early-to-mid Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius and Taurus will feel increased motivation.
September 28: Sun Trine Uranus at 5 Degrees Libra/Gemini. Try something new when the Sun is trine Uranus. You deeply feel the need to express your creative, inventive, and even unconventional, impulses now. You are more open-minded, now and your thoughts are firing quickly, in a quirky, imaginative way.
September 30: Mercury Enters Scorpio. Mercury is in Scorpio until December 6, 2026, including a brief excursion into retrograde movement from October 24 – November 13, 2026. Mercury in Scorpio intensifies your thinking and conversations. Serious, deep, and sometimes sharp and cutting words are the norm now. Mercury moves from Libra where all words are run through the niceness filter, to now become serious, deep, sharp and raw. Mercury in Scorpio can spark arguments, but handled carefully can clear the air. Secrets are often exposed when Mercury is in Scorpio. Should be especially interesting in the US political scene only a few weeks before the US election on November 3. What interesting revelation will we see next?
FINALLY, JUST FOR FUN:
As a person who can be a little scattered at times, I thought this was a fun quote in honor of the organized Virgo energy strong from August 22 until September 22.
“I wish I was one of those people who clean as they go, who are models of organization and clarity, but I’m just not. If I find myself with a piece of paper in my hand, and I’m unsure where to put it, I lay it down on the nearest surface and hope it folds itself into a paper plane and flies wherever it’s supposed to go.” ― Abbi Waxman, The Garden of Small Beginnings
Moon Movement During September 2026: 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 Taurus
September 3: Moon enters Gemini
September 5: Moon enters Cancer
September 7: Moon enters Leo
September 9: Moon enters Virgo
September 10: New Moon at 18 Degrees 25 Minutes Virgo
September 11: Moon enters Libra
September 14: Moon enters Scorpio
September 16: Moon enters Sagittarius
September 19: Moon enters Capricorn
September 21: Moon enters Aquarius
September 23: Moon enters Pisces
September 26: Moon enters Aries
September 26: Full Moon at 3 Degrees 37 Minutes Aries at 12:48 PM
September 28: Moon enters Taurus
September 30: Moon enters Gemini
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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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Eclipses are whispers of the universe heard through shadows. ─ Unknown
The highlights this month are the New Moon Solar Eclipse at 20 degrees Leo on August 12 and the Full Moon partial Lunar Eclipse at 4 degrees Pisces on August 28. Eclipses are the joining of the Sun and Moon, either in a New Moon conjunction (Solar Eclipse) or a Full Moon opposition (Lunar Eclipse) within a few degrees of the Nodes of the Moon. As such, they powerfully bring together our emotions (Moon) and our essence and intent (Sun).
The Solar Eclipse speaks to fresh starts, self-expression and setting intentions. Its location in Leo favors a new beginning in matters relating to creativity, fun, romance, sports, investments, and children. You may be challenged to improve areas of your life needing a more confident self-expression. Ask yourself: “Where have I been self-sabotaging myself because of a lack of confidence?” An eclipse in the sign of the lion is a call to move forward confidently, even when you don’t have all of the answers yet.
The Lunar Eclipse in Pisces emphasizes your emotional needs and desires and your intuitive compassionate expression. You may notice vivid dreams, heightened imagination, spiritual yearning, escapism, and even a sense of gauzy perception or unreality. Be very, very careful in your use of both recreational and prescription drugs, including the five days before and after the eclipse. Use the Sun in Virgo to provide much-needed groundedness during this free-floating lunar eclipse.
August 1: Sun Conjunct Jupiter at 7-8 Degrees Leo. Sun conjunct Jupiter is a feel-good aspect that helps you feel outgoing, magnanimous, optimistic and generally ready for new adventures and connections. The potential downside of the Sun conjunct Jupiter in Leo is that you may take on more than you can handle and/or you may let yourself come across as arrogant, domineering or know-it-all.
August 2: Sun Trine Saturn at 14 Degrees Leo/Aries. The mood changes today, when the Sun is trine Saturn. It is time to make realistic plans and to finish your tasks in a focused, down-to-earth way. You might be surprised how much you can accomplish under this energetic, yet disciplined, energy.
August 6-7: Venus Enters Libra. Venus Quincunx North Node at 0 Degrees Libra/Pisces. Venus Quincunx Chiron at 0 Degrees Libra/Taurus. Venus loves to be in Libra, one of the signs it rules (the other sign is Taurus), so its influence is strong now. Venus quincunx the North Node and Chiron bring a new way of looking at relationships. Since the sign of Libra is involved, you may be contemplating fairness in a relationship, i.e. “am I giving too much in the relationship, or not enough?
August 9: Mercury Enters Leo. Mercury Quincunx North Node at 0 Degrees Leo/Pisces. Mercury in Leo until August 25 brings an energetic, creative, and even dramatic, boost to your projects. If there is something you wish to promote or sell, now is the time to do it. Your mind is active and full of enthusiasm when Mercury is in the sign of the lion (Leo). Use Mercury quincunx the North Node to scout out where you need to made adjustments and tweaks to your presentations.
August 10: Venus Trine Pluto at 3 Degrees Libra/Aquarius. Mercury at 0 Degrees Leo Square Chiron at 0 Degrees Cancer/Pisces. Venus Opposition Neptune at 4 Degrees Libra/Aries. Venus opposition Neptune can bring unrealistic expectations or projections toward others, while Venus trine Pluto increases the intensity level. Relationship breakthroughs can be made now, but be careful. Don’t push someone too far, and only probe as deeply as the other person is willing to go when addressing relationship dynamics.
August 11: Mars Enters Cancer. Venus Trine Uranus at 5 Degrees Libra/Gemini. Mars, the fiery planet of action and aggression, is weakened when in water sign Cancer. Fire and water turn to steam or vapor. So, instead of direct action, the Mars energy is turned inward and sometimes presents as moody, defensive, security conscious, and overly protective of self, home and family. Mars functions best when it can express in an outward, directed way. You may have a tinge of passive/aggressive thoughts and actions, or others may be expressing passive/aggressive emotions toward you.
Venus trine Uranus can promote relationship chaos, so use this emotionally fraught energy to improve your home surroundings and your home and family relationships, but be wary of pushing yourself or others too far or too fast.
August 12: New Moon Total Solar Eclipse at 20 Degrees Leo at 1:36 PM EST. Each of us will experience this eclipse season in some way, but those with planets between 15 and 25 degrees of the fixed signs (Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, and Scorpio) will feel the most change. A New Moon Solar Eclipse has a lot of power. It is like a new moon on steroids. The symbolism is such that the past is blocked out for a brief time, giving you the opportunity to clear out old energy and to rebuild in a more opportune way. You may find that flaws and weak points in how you deal with life are now revealed. The Leo New Moon is conducive to expanding your self-confidence and creativity. It helps you redo what isn’t working or to start something new. The new Moon Solar Eclipse says: “It’s time to take charge of your life in a major way.”
This Total Solar Eclipses belongs to the Saros 10 South eclipse series that occurred in 1954, 1972, 1990, 2008. All of those eclipses share certain themes. Saros Series 10 South has to do with breaking out of a seemingly negative situation, where there is no hope, to a more positive space with many options. You are tasked with being true to your authentic self (Leo). You now understand that you can handle changes or endings, that change is necessary for your growth, and that change can bring a positive new beginning.
August 16-17: North Node Enters Aquarius. South Node Enters Leo. Mars Square Neptune at 4 Degrees Cancer/Aries. Another major shift occurs when the North Node moves into Aquarius and the South Node moves into Leo. The Nodes on the Aquarius (North Node)/Leo (South Node)\axis are urging a return to authenticity. They ask you to examine whether you have the courage to show your true self and to honor and appreciate your uniqueness. The sign Aquarius is about the collective and groups, but the North Node transiting there for the next 18 months challenges you to express your unique individuality within the group. Merging with the group-think to get along is no longer beneficial.
The Nodes change signs every 18 months. It may be interesting to look back to the last times the Nodes were moving through Leo and Aquarius. The Nodes were on the Leo/Aquarius axis in 2017-2018, 2007-2009, 1998-2000 and 1989-1990. If you were born with the North Node in Aquarius (South Node in Leo), you are having a nodal return. Those of you with planets or points in the fixed signs (Aquarius, Taurus, Leo and Scorpio) will feel the nodal change the most. It is especially important for you to re-assess your life now. Ask yourself: “Who am I now? How is that different from the way I was when I was born? How is that different from my life 18 years ago?”
August 21: Venus Opposition Saturn at 14 Degrees Libra/Aries. Venus opposition Saturn is another problematic aspect for your relationships and finances. You may be feeling depressed, lonely or abandoned when Venus is opposite Saturn. Remember that this is a fleeting transit. Wait until after August 26, when Venus moves past Saturn to re-evaluate your relationships and money matters.
August 22: Sun Enters Virgo. The Sun will transit through Virgo until September 23rd. I always find it interesting that when the Sun enters Virgo, summer vacation is over for children and their lives become more structured as they return to the serious job of returning to school. Similarly, the Sun in Virgo brings your focus to your everyday life, organization and to generally getting everything sorted for the long haul through the fall and winter months.
August 25: Mercury Enters Virgo.
August 26: Sun Quincunx Neptune at 3 Degrees Virgo/Aries. Sun Quincunx Pluto at 3 Degrees Virgo/Aquarius. The Sun quincunx Neptune and the Sun quincunx Pluto makes for a rather unsettled day that will require adjustments to how you thought the day would go. It’s best to just go with the flow (Neptune), without trying to exert control (Pluto) as the way the day unfolds will probably be out of your control anyway.
August 27-28: Full Moon Partial Lunar Eclipse at 4 Degrees 54 Minutes Pisces at 0:18 AM EST. Sun Square Uranus at 5 Degrees Virgo/Gemini. Mercury Square Uranus at 6 Degrees Virgo/Gemini. This Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in the signs of Pisces (Moon and North Node) and Virgo (Sun and South Node) promises to bring an emotional catharsis, followed by high intuition and spiritual awakening. The lunation occurring in Pisces also favors heightened compassion and the dissolution of boundaries, and the clarification of old illusions, all of which we sorely need in the current political climate.
August 31: Jupiter Trine Saturn at 13 Degrees Leo/Aries. Jupiter trine Saturn is excellent for advancing the practical details needed for success. Saturn rules the material world, while Jupiter rules growth. Don’t expect rapid advancement under this transit, but rather, sustained advancement and stable results.
Moon Movement During August 2026: 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 Pisces
August 2: Moon enters Aries
August 4: Moon enters Taurus
August 7: Moon enters Gemini
August 9: Moon enters Cancer
August 11: Moon enters Leo
August 12: New Moon Total Solar Eclipse at 20 Degrees Leo at 1:36 PM EST
August 13: Moon enters Virgo
August 15: Moon enters Libra
August 17: Moon enters Scorpio
August 20: Moon enters Sagittarius
August 22: Moon enters Capricorn
August 25: Moon enters Aquarius
August 27: Moon enters Pisces
August 28: Full Moon Partial Lunar Eclipse at 4 Degrees 54 Minutes Pisces at 0:18 AM EST
August 29: Moon enters Aries
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