October 24 – 30, 2025
Tip of the Week:
Most have heard the phrase ‘Bad Moon Rising’. Although every lunation cycle is experienced individually and subjectively, the chart cast for the seed event, the exact moment of the October 21st New Moon, does offer a generic perspective on the themes and overall dynamic in store for the associated period until the next New Moon, 29.5 days later.
The current lunation cycle is indeed ‘charged with challenges’.
The late degree of Libra is strongly influenced by Mercury, which is in Scorpio and in almost exact conjunction with Mars – activating their own new cycle which will only last until November 12, which while retrograde, Mercury forms a conjunction with Mars in Sagittarius by this time, effectively activating a new cycle between the two.
Regarding the current cycle, Mercury and Mars conjunct at the most potent degree of Cancer associated with Scorpio, (where Mercury’s capacity for objectivity is at its lowest), and where Mars is most aggressive, reveals a rancid root.
The fact that the Moon is also in difficult aspect to almost every other planet can be metaphorically described as the setting of a fearsome forest loaded with threatening perils. Among these is a Yod aspect, dubbed the ‘Finger of God’ associated with a theme associated with severe admonition to obey from the lingering Saturn/Neptune conjunction straddling Aries and Pisces, and AI-activation-Uranus at 0 Gemini.
The fruit of this New Moon seed event will culminate at the Full Moon in Taurus on November 5.
So, the spirit of Halloween (Samhain) this year will live up to its eerie, ghastly and haunting reputation. Generally, how we each respond to this karmic trigger is our own affair, but wisdom advises we seek the highest road available and make every effort to manage it as gracefully as possible.
Thus, the waxing New Moon seeded at the late degrees of Libra, with Neptune back in Pisces for its final act (Oct 22, 2025 – January 26, 2026), the Sun in Scorpio, Mercury conjunct Mars in Scorpio and steadily slowing down in its pre-retrograde or pre-shadow period, are some of the more obvious themes currently.
Fortunately, Venus in Libra and Jupiter in Cancer are supporting factors in this otherwise rather deep and complex time.
In the bigger picture, the far planets have entered new signs and are re-entering the previous sign due to turning retrograde, prior to the longer journey when they will push through encompassing many years. Specifically, Saturn and Neptune have now re-entered Pisces for their final push, and both will re-enter Aries in January/February, 2026. Far planets entering new signs are always significant, because they will remain there for years. So since all the far planets have entered new signs (or by close proximity), it is particularly powerful, extra potent, and noteworthy of the revolutions of evolution that are literally transforming the world.
The North Node in Pisces is guiding us all to surrender to this evolutionary thrust. Yet, surrender need not imply defeat or conformity, per se’.
The perennial wisdom is to accept that change is certain, and while adaptation is sensible, cultivating awareness of what constitutes your deeper soul purpose and focusing on creatively fulfilling it, even amidst the ever-changing societal trends and norms, are the keys to inner peace and true success. This is where a deeper dive into self-understanding via your Birth Chart, your soul plan by divine design, comes to the fore, and I can help you.
The near planets – Mercury, Venus and Mars, along with the Sun and Moon, are the indicators of current moods and shorter-term dynamics. Admittedly, Mars can remain in a sign for upwards of eight months due to turning retrograde, and when it does, it contributes to more significant dynamics. Jupiter spends 12-13 months.
Pluto now direct as of October 12, a major power player that transforms whatever it influences, is yet another major factor. After its usual 5-month retrograde process, it will push for resolution regarding evolutionary dynamics for anyone with Natal planets or angles between 1 and 4 degrees of any sign, but especially Aquarius, Taurus, Leo and Scorpio, or Virgo and Cancer, if to a lesser degree. For those with planets in Aquarius at these early degrees, some form of whole new beginning would have been activated, probably on the other side of a significant ending or some form of purging process. For those with planets or angles at the early degrees of Taurus and Scorpio, some hard turns have been endured, and with those with Leo activated, significant changes associated with your lifestyle and health factors have entered some form of renewal, at best activating an upward spiral of more disciplined attitudes, choices and behaviours.
Whatever associated synchronicities you or anyone else you know have and are enduring, rest assured that these are not random, arbitrary, or merely circumstantial, but are features of the unfolding of your destiny, and invariably share close association with factors associated with your karmic account lodged deeply in your subconscious mind, the mind of your soul. Choosing to see it this way is the path of the spiritually awakened and the spiritual warrior. As well, as ever, free will is at play, even if it too is pressured by significant probabilities, the possibility that you will choose wisely is ever-present.
The key to truly understanding what this means for you is securely indicated in your Natal Chart. Would you like to better understand what it reveals, or are you good to go without a map? I encourage you to consult the map because doing so will increase your confidence and your personal power to live with greater awareness and vision.
Have a great week.
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Aries (Mar 21 – Apr 20)
You yearn for more harmony, yet based on greater depth, intimacy and passion. Both identifying what stands in the way and how to succeed is on your mind. While your confidence levels have been rising, it is likely that they have also been wavering, subject to significant changes occurring both in the world and within your own mind.
Taurus (Apr 20 – May 21)
Taking key measures to improve the overall balance and quality of your overall lifestyle continues. Circumstances are pushing you to take the lead to achieve your goals. Depending on or expecting others to understand your wants, needs and desires will not work, and in fact are likely to backfire. Replace assumption with intimate inquiry.
Gemini (May 21 – Jun 21)
Enjoying the ease of play and accepting the reality of work is natural and healthy. However, sometimes we have to play hard and work easy, and this might be one of those times. The easy part is achieved by playing it smart, which often does require the added effort of forethought. So, the pendulum could be swinging both ways, as it does…
Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22)
A passionate mood prevails, for better or worse. Sometimes passion is precisely what we want and needs, while at others it can imply exhausting drama. Some people thrive on drama for the sake of feeling alive and to experience excitement, yet often do not realize that they are a major contributor to their own suffering. Realizing, admitting and owning this fact is the key to true peace and power.
Leo (Jul 22 – Aug 23)
The overlap of the waxing Libra New Moon seed and Scorpio time is a feature of the complex flow of archetypal dynamics. For you, these indicate both the need for new perspectives and approaches in your public and professional life, and working close to home, perhaps literally, as with repairs and renovations, or figuratively, as with inner work. Or perhaps all the above.
Virgo (Aug 23 – Sep 22)
The Libra New Moon activated the need to take a more assertive approach for the sake of balancing your finances or simply getting your priorities in order. This includes some measure of research, investigation and added efforts to keep accounts and business involvements balanced. In the bigger picture, major changes in your career are brewing.
Libra (Sep 22 – Oct 22)
A fresh sense of determination is yours to harness during this lunation cycle. But, if you feel the need or simply the desire to take full advantage, begin it now before the Moon is Full. Taking the initiative is the key and does not probably require hasty follow-through. A deep, slow, sure and committed approach will yield better results, anyway.
Scorpio (Oct 22 – Nov 21)
Thanks to Venus lingering in Libra, the retreat opportunities that were available with the Sun in Libra are probably no longer, save for accessing what love you can, deep in your heart. Otherwise, the call now is to assert yourself fully to activate what changes you can. The key in this regard is to focus on the projector and avoid attempting to change the projection itself.
Sagittarius (Nov 21 – Dec 21)
Some cycles are deeper than others, and this is especially true of Scorpio time. While an inward draw will call you well into December, the urge to enter new territory will grow steadily as well, but not yet. This week is especially opportune but by the time of All Saint’s, you will feel compelled to express yourself with passion and purpose again. So, rest now if you can.
Capricorn (Dec 21 – Jan 19)
Libra forms a natural upper square to your sign, which implies proactive initiative and action associated with your public and professional life. It also implies that you are probably a natural when it comes to management positions, but there are always exceptions. As it is, this is a call to push through inner and outer resistances to be seen, heard and acknowledged.
Aquarius (Jan 19 – Feb 19)
Seeing a bigger picture is playing a major, background role currently. In the forefront, the time is right to push for promotions or for new positions altogether. Making good of prior experience, education and training is indicated. Accepting the likelihood of another round of training is also important, so be ready to learn.
Pisces (Feb 19 – Mar 20)
Taking account and settling debts and scores is the call now. Whatever processes are required, make the effort to meet the situation proactively, and do not wait for it to chase you down. While making extra efforts is required, making them will increase your confidence levels and sense of personal power. Let facts and truths guide you to higher ground.
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