Scorpio, October 2016

October opens with the planet of love and money, Venus, in your sign! That's pretty cool, considering that you're the sexiest sign in the zodiac—plus, you're one of the most financially savvy signs in the zodiac, too. Venus being in your sign will make you even more seductive than you already are! You'll be manifesting material abundance, too.

On October 1, Venus will trine (one of the easiest astrological aspects) Neptune in fellow Water sign Pisces. Neptune is the planet of fantasy, and when it's connecting with romantic Venus, the vibe is mega fairytale! This is an especially dreamy time for your love life. Not in the mood for romance? No worries: This combination will also be creatively inspiring for you. This is a fantastic time to work on your art.

On October 5, your ruling planet, Mars, will square Jupiter. Squares are rough, but they do propel change and encourage us to take action. Warrior Mars is currently in grounded, hardworking Capricorn, and Mars loves being Capricorn, as it can really get shit done there! Lucky planet Jupiter is currently in diplomatic, fair Air sign Libra. Jupiter is the planet of growth and abundance, which is rad; however, when it's receiving tense vibes from aggressive Mars, things can get out-of-hand. The energy is competitive as hell today! Communication will be especially intense, and, unfortunately, you and the people around you likely won't have all the details you need, or you'll overlook something important. You're very psychic, Scorpio, but this is a day to be sure that you have all the facts.

Mercury enters Libra on October 7, where it will activate the sector of your chart that rules sleep and solitude. Mercury is the planet of communication and information, so this is a wonderful time to keep a dream journal. Pay close attention to your daydreams, too—special messages and realizations will come your way. You might find yourself in a quieter mood or feeling a little less focused than usual.

It's a good idea to take some time to yourself to think things over around October 7: The Sun in Libra will square the lord of the underworld (and your modern planetary ruler) Pluto in Capricorn. This is can be an overwhelming energy, but you'll gain a much deeper understanding of your world through it. This is also an important time for letting things go—much easier said than done for a Scorpio.

Lots of talk goes down mid-month, Scorpio, but don't trust everything you hear. Over estimations and exaggerations will take place on October 11 when Mercury meets Jupiter in Libra, and an impatient, hasty energy descends on October 13 when Mercury squares rowdy Mars. This isn't a fantastic time to make important decisions, but fortunately some helpful vibes are in the air, too. People will be proactive, thanks to energetic Mars connecting with sensitive Neptune in Pisces on October 11. On October 14, chatty Mercury connects with serious Saturn in Sagittarius, which will encourage people to be responsible and levelheaded. If you need to make something happen, you'll be able to, Scorpio!

October 16 brings the full moon in Fire sign Aries! How much energy do you have, Scorpio? How much time? Are you overwhelmed with work? Or are you sleeping in way, way too much? This full moon in Aries will support you in working out a better work/life/rest balance. If there has been an issue at work, this full moon will also push you to confront the situation. Focusing on your health and your habits is also a great way to use this full moon's energy! Expect to be a little exhausted— full moons are always draining.

On October 18, Venus enters Sagittarius and lights up the financial sector of your chart. As we discussed earlier in this horoscope, Venus is the planet of love and money—abundance is coming your way! This is a great time to do some money magic (or to do something more practical, like working out a budget). As for romance: Lovers who can spoil you with gifts will be the most attractive to you. However, don't over-identify with the number in your bank account or how much stuff you have—you're amazing, Scorpio, and your worth as a person is not the same as your financial worth!

October 19 is an exciting day: Your traditional ruling planet, Mars, will meet your modern ruling planet, Pluto. They are both in lusty Earth sign Capricorn, and the vibe will be explosive. This is a big day for news or important communications, Scorpio, so don't turn your phone off. On October 22, the Sun enters Scorpio, kicking off your season! Happy solar return, Scorpio! The Sun in your sign symbolizes a time for you to reconnect with your goals—who have you become since your last birthday? What do you want to achieve before next one?

October 24 finds Mercury entering Scorpio, putting you in a less private mood than the one you've been in lately. You're not one of the most talkative signs in the zodiac; however, having chatty Mercury going through your sign will find you with plenty to talk about. For most of October, you've been mulling things over, letting go of the past, and feeling things out— Mercury in your sign will help you express whatever it is you need to in order to start fresh!

On October 29, Mars squares electric Uranus in Aries, which will bring some surprises—don't expect your day to go as planned. Genius solutions to your problems could come today, but the vibe is chaotic and hectic. Today probably isn't the best day to go on a date—sure, you sometimes enjoy chaos in your relations, but what you don't enjoy is being with someone cold or uptight. This will be the vibe today, thanks to Venus meeting grumpy Saturn in Sagittarius. There is nothing cuddly about October 29!

The month wraps up with the new moon in Scorpio on October 30. New moon, new you? I would say you're perfect and that you shouldn't change, but change and transformation are kind of your thing, since you're the sign of death and rebirth. New moons bring new beginnings, and this new moon (in your sign!) is bringing you a makeover: emotionally, mentally, and even physically. Treat yourself to a new outfit, embrace a new attitude, and, most importantly, check in with your heart. The moon is supporting you as you make important changes, Scorpio!