Cancer, October 2017
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Horoscopes

Cancer, October 2017

October brings drama but it's still going to be fun, so don't cry, Cancer.

October opens with so many conversations swirling around you, Cancer! On October 1, action planet Mars connects with the planet of power, Pluto, revealing juicy information and allowing you to profoundly connect with people. Venus also connects with Pluto on October 3, creating an easy flow for intimacy. It's a fantastic time for texting; Venus loves love, and Pluto loves to engage in dirty talk!

Venus and Mars meet October 5, the same day as the full moon in Aries—good news is on the way. In fact, a cycle of productive communication is beginning! But full moons are often exhausting and emotional, especially for you, little crab, since you're ruled by the moon. Libra season has found you focused on home and family, but the full moon, in fiery Aries, will bring a crisis, confrontation, or climax of a situation in your public or professional life.

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You'll feel tension in your relationships on October 9, when Mercury and the Sun square off with Pluto. Reflect on your boundaries, Cancer, because people are likely to cross them. Watch for manipulators and egos. A change in who you invite into your safe spaces is likely.

Jupiter enters fellow Water sign Scorpio on October 10, where it will stay for about a year, bringing blessings to your love life! You'll have fun over the next year. In addition to Pluto in sexy Scorpio, which may bring love your way, you'll also get invitations to parties. A boost in creative inspiration is on the way. If you're an artist, this will be a spectacular year for you!

Venus enters charming Air sign Libra on October 14, a sign it loves to be in. Beautify your home or do some scrapbooking—you'll be in a nostalgic mood. Just resist the urge to reach out to your ex—you two broke up for a reason, you sentimental crab!

A surprising conversation, or piece of news, shakes your foundation on October 15, when Mercury opposes Uranus, and on October 19, when the Sun takes its turn opposing Uranus. Uranus is the planet of shock and rebellion—whatever happens is in service of giving you more freedom. The atmosphere will be electric, antsy, and impulsive. You're a cautious crab, but things will move at a fast pace, and you'll need to keep up!

Mercury enters Scorpio on October 17, then meets with Jupiter on October 18, bringing big news! Sure, much of it will be exaggerated, but that's fine; you're psychic as hell, Cancer, and with Mercury (the planet of the mind) in perceptive Scorpio, you'll see through any bullshit. This may be a busy time for you socially; if you're looking for love, expect plenty of dates!

October 26, when the Sun meets with Jupiter, will be another day to mark on your calendar. Jupiter loves to party; this is a planet that knows how to have fun, and now that it's in mysterious Scorpio, things are going to get interesting.

The new moon in Libra arrives October 19, bringing you a fresh start to a situation in your home or family—aspects that are dear to you, Cancer. Libra is the sign of balance, and having a safe, comfortable space to retreat to is key to your self-care. Use this opportunity to energetically cleanse your home.

Mars enters Libra on October 22, a sign in which the warrior planet feels uncomfortable. Libra wants to drink tea and talk philosophy, but Mars wants to fight and fuck. The atmosphere will be a little touchy; make the changes to your home, or living situation, that you might not have had the energy for.

The Sun enters Scorpio on October 23, officially kicking off Scorpio season. (Expect lots of sex and artistic inspiration, Cancer!) Mercury connects with Neptune on October 24, creating a dreamy, inspiring atmosphere. Take a trip someplace sacred to you. See you in November!