Virgo, October 2017

Shake-ups arrive during the full moon, in fiery Aries, on October 5. The energy is emotional and confrontational! Libra energy is cool, logical, and diplomatic, but Aries vibes are fiery, passionate, and impulsive. We all contain the energies of the zodiac within us, and during this full moon, it's important that we balance these different aspects of ourselves.

This full moon will activate the sector of your chart that rules sex and intimacy, so expect a climax. (I know you appreciate wordplay, Virgo.) It's a brilliant time to engage in sex magick, so stop by your local witch shop and pick up a penis candle. (If your local witch shop doesn't have these, it's probably not very good.)

Debts, taxes, and even inheritances are on the table during this full moon, so expect information on these complex themes. Emotionally, reflect on generosity—you're the sign of service, always happy to help others, but how generous are the people in your life with you?

Let go of the past. Build a bonfire in honor of Fire sign Aries, under the light of the full moon, and burn old belongings, letters, whatever, to symbolize your moving forward. Pay off debts—financial and emotional. Say you're sorry to someone you owe an apology to!

Your planetary ruler, Mercury, clashes with Pluto on October 9, which is exciting and frustrating. I'm excited for you, because you love nothing more than being let in on secrets; you'll surely discover a few. Whenever we deal with Pluto, we know that shady, underhanded behavior is likely, so be careful. Don't believe everything you hear, Virgo, because some people will say anything to get what they want.

An easier day for communication will be October 12, when Mercury connects with the planet of responsibility and stability, Saturn. You'll connect with a mentor as you seek the security Libra season finds you searching for. If you have important projects at work, you'll also find that it's easier for you to stay focused.

Staying focused won't be so easy on October 15, though, when Mercury opposes Uranus, the planet of shock and rebellion. Surprising news may arrive, and it could be about anything from sex to money. Whatever it is, energetically, these planets are encouraging you to break free from limited ways of thinking.

Venus enters Libra October 14, followed by Mars on October 22. Sweet Venus loves to be in charming Libra, and this will certainly benefit your bank account as well as your self-esteem. Mars, the planet of war, doesn't love being in Libra so much, but their connection will still help you tackle issues concerning your cash flow. The new moon in Libra, on October 19, will also help reverse bad habits you've developed in spending and saving. Work money magick under this brilliant new moon!

Lucky planet Jupiter enters Scorpio October 10, illuminating the sector of your chart that rules the mind and communication—and, on a more mundane level, your siblings and your neighborhood. Expect these themes to recur over the next year.

Chatty Mercury also enters Scorpio October 17, soon followed by the sun on October 23, which officially kicks off Scorpio season, a busy time. You will be answering emails and phone calls, doing paperwork, networking with people, and generally maxing out your brainpower.

While these planetary energies are activating such a logical sector of your chart, Scorpio is a psychic sign, so trust your intuition; it's sure to be fired up. Watch for communication issues on October 18, when Mercury meet Jupiter. Jupiter is the planet of expansion, but also exaggeration, so conversations will be exciting and important. If something sounds too good to be true, trust your gut!

Mercury makes a harmonious connection with dreamy Neptune on October 24, inspiring heart-to-heart conversations with a partner. Again, your psychic abilities will heighten. If you have interest in psychic development, pick up a few books on it. You may also find that you're feeling creatively inspired—write someone a love poem.

Mercury makes another helpful connection on October 27, with Pluto, bringing behind-the-scenes information your way. Pluto can be shady, but because Mercury is connecting with it, Pluto's dark side will be easier to handle. While Neptune appreciates a love poem, Pluto is into a sexy text, so watch for raunchy, flirtatious energy at the end of this month! See you in November, Virgo!