Monday, October 26 – November 1

Energy This Week

The energy may feel heavy and stifling this week because all the planets are moving retrograde. It’s as if you’re trying to move forward through mud. On top of that, Mercury and Mars are bringing some extra tension and challenges.

This week’s focus is on letting go, deepening your connection, and reconnecting with yourself. Scorpio’s intense energy invites you to turn inward, follow your intuition, and honestly assess what still resonates with you and what you’ve outgrown. Take it easy and don’t ask too much of yourself. Postpone major decisions for a little while longer—at least until Mercury goes direct again.

The full moon in Taurus draws attention to rest, stability, and grounding. Perhaps you feel more acutely where you need a sense of security and something to hold on to, while at the same time realizing that certain situations or old patterns no longer serve you. This is a beautiful moment to pause and reflect on what truly nourishes you and where your energy is quietly slipping away.

In the first half of the week, old feelings, thoughts, or conversations may resurface and demand your attention once more. Take the time to observe them and try not to understand or resolve everything right away. Toward the end of the week, it’s important to be mindful of your words, emotions, and boundaries. By taking a brief step back and returning to your inner calm, you’ll create space for clarity.

Lunar phase: full moon (October 26) and waning moon (starting October 27).

October 26: Full Moon in Taurus

October ends with a full moon in Taurus. This earth sign represents rest, stability, material security, self-worth, and a connection with your body and nature. Opposite the moon is the Sun in Scorpio. Scorpio brings emotional depth, intimacy, and transformation. These opposing signs reveal where you need something to hold on to, but also where you are holding on to something that is holding back your growth. This can create a tension between certainty and change, and between holding on and letting go.

Perhaps you long for rest, while deep down you sense that something might change. Or you realize that you’re putting the needs of others first and losing touch with yourself. This full moon invites you to pause and reflect on what truly nourishes you and what you’re only holding on to out of habit, fear, or a need for control.

What truly gives you a sense of security? Do you seek that sense of security mainly in money, possessions, a relationship, or the approval of others? The full moon in Taurus reminds you that true peace of mind comes not only from external sources of security, but also from trusting in your self-worth and your ability to cope with change.

Letting go is difficult and daunting for many, especially for the gentle and loyal Taurus. But letting go doesn’t mean losing everything. You can say goodbye to old patterns while staying true to yourself. Perhaps you’ll set clearer boundaries, reevaluate a belief, or acknowledge that a relationship no longer meets your needs. But you may also discover exactly what you want to hold on to and protect with all your heart.

This full moon invites you to keep both feet firmly on the ground, especially when you’re going through a lot of emotional turmoil. You don’t need to resolve every doubt or uncertainty right away. Sometimes it’s enough to slow down, give things some breathing room, feel what’s inside you, and simply let it be. Take it slow.

October 26: Sun square Pluto

Along with the full moon, the Sun in Scorpio forms a square with Pluto in Aquarius today. Astrologically speaking, squares bring tension. This square symbolizes inner conflicts, power dynamics, and the need for profound change.

The Sun in Scorpio invites you to look deeper, while Pluto in Aquarius encourages you to make room for renewal and a different perspective on life. This can create friction and amplify the energy of the full moon.

Old fears, deeply held beliefs, or patterns you’ve clung to for a long time may come to the surface. Perhaps you notice that you have a greater need for control. Or you may be challenged to let go of something over which you no longer have any influence. Take time to reflect, so that you don’t react out of fear or a need for control. Honestly examine what no longer serves you and where you can make room for transformation.

October 28: Venus opposite Chiron

Venus is retrograde in Libra, opposite Chiron in Aries. This aspect aligns with this week’s themes: old sensitivities in relationships, the balance between yourself and others, and the question of whether you’re taking up enough space. It can bring old pain or insecurities to the surface, especially when it comes to love, rejection, recognition, or the feeling of not being good enough. Perhaps you notice that certain situations affect you more deeply than expected, or that you find yourself thinking back on experiences in which you adapted yourself in order to maintain a connection with another person.

This energy invites you to take an honest look at the way you enter into relationships and how much value you place on the opinions or approval of others. In what situations do you prioritize someone else’s needs over your own? And do you dare to stay true to yourself, even when that means you need to set a boundary?

Old pain does not need to be relived in order to be healed. By looking at yourself with kindness, you can discover which patterns you no longer want to carry with you. True connection begins with the space you give yourself to be fully yourself.

October 30: Mercury square Mars

Mercury (which is retrograde) in Scorpio forms a square with Mars in Leo. This can cause mental restlessness. Your mind may be working overtime, and you’ll want to sort things out quickly. Thoughts can pile up, and your words may come across as harsher than intended.

Perhaps you feel a stronger need to defend yourself and make your point. Either you or the other person may be more quick to offer an unsolicited opinion. Communication may be more impulsive, leading to misunderstandings and hurt feelings. Or you may finally find the courage to speak up about something that has been on your mind for some time. At the same time, old frustrations may resurface, causing minor disagreements to escalate more quickly into major arguments.

This energy calls for awareness of how you communicate and react. Mercury in Scorpio urges you to dig deeper and get to the truth, while Mars in Leo intensifies the need to be heard and recognized. This can create tension between what you truly feel and how you express it. Try not to react out of anger, impatience, or hurt. Sometimes a first reaction says more about an old sensitivity than about the situation itself.

In emotionally charged conversations, first take the time to listen and notice how it makes you feel. Give yourself the space to do this and take a brief step back before saying something you might later regret. By consciously choosing words that bring people together rather than drive them apart, you can use this energy to clear up misunderstandings and communicate more honestly with yourself and others.

“What gives you a deep sense of peace, safety, and self-worth? And what might you let go of because it no longer nourishes you or contributes to your inner balance?”

Monday, October 26 – November 1 

Energy this week

The energy this week may feel heavy and sluggish because all the planets are in retrograde. It’s like trying to move forward through mud. On top of that, Mercury and Mars are adding some extra tension and challenges.

This week, the focus is on letting go, going deeper, and reconnecting with yourself. Scorpio’s intense energy invites you to turn inward, follow your intuition, and honestly assess what still resonates with you and what you’ve outgrown. Take it easy and don’t ask too much of yourself. Postpone major decisions for now—at least until Mercury goes direct again.

The full moon in Taurus draws attention to peace, stability, and grounding. You may feel a stronger need for security and stability, while at the same time realizing that certain situations or old patterns no longer suit you. This is a great time to reflect on what truly nourishes you and where your energy is slipping away unnoticed.

In the first half of the week, old feelings, thoughts, or conversations may resurface and demand your attention. Take the time to observe, and don’t try to understand or resolve everything right away. As the week draws to a close, it’s important to be mindful of your words, emotions, and boundaries. By taking a step back and returning to your inner peace, you’ll create space for clarity.

Moon phase: full moon (October 26) and waning moon (starting October 27).

October 26: Full Moon in Taurus

October ends with a full moon in Taurus. This earth sign represents peace, stability, material security, self-worth, and a connection to your body and nature. Opposite the moon, the sun is in Scorpio. Scorpio brings emotional depth, intimacy, and transformation. These opposing signs reveal where you need a sense of security, but also where you’re holding on to something that’s hindering your growth. This can create a tension between security and change, and between holding on and letting go.

Perhaps you long for peace, even as you feel deep down that something needs to change. Or maybe you find yourself putting others’ needs first and losing touch with yourself. This full moon invites you to reflect on what truly nourishes you and what you’re holding onto simply out of habit, fear, or a need for control.

What truly gives you a sense of security? Do you seek that security primarily in money, possessions, a relationship, or the approval of others? The full moon in Taurus reminds you that true peace of mind comes not only from security outside yourself, but also from trusting in your self-worth and your ability to cope with change.

Letting go is difficult and nerve-wracking for many people, especially for the kind and loyal Taurus. But letting go doesn’t mean you’ll lose everything. You can say goodbye to old patterns while remaining true to yourself. Perhaps you need to set a clearer boundary, reevaluate a belief, or acknowledge that a relationship no longer offers what you need. But it’s also possible that you’ll discover exactly what you want to hold on to and protect with all your heart and soul.

This full moon invites you to keep both feet firmly on the ground, especially when there’s a lot going on emotionally. You don’t have to resolve every doubt or uncertainty right away. Sometimes it’s enough to slow down, give things some breathing room, feel what’s going on inside you, and just let it be. Take it slow.

October 26: Sun square Pluto

In addition to the full moon, the Sun in Scorpio forms a square with Pluto in Aquarius today. Astrologically speaking, squares bring tension. This square symbolizes inner conflicts, power dynamics, and the need for profound change.

 The Sun in Scorpio invites you to look deeper, while Pluto in Aquarius urges you to make room for renewal and a different perspective on life. This can create tension and amplify the energy of the full moon.

Old fears, deeply ingrained beliefs, or patterns you’ve held onto for a long time may come to the surface. You may find that you have a greater need for control. Or, conversely, you may be challenged to let go of something over which you no longer have any influence. Take the time to reflect, so you don’t react out of fear or a need for control. Honestly examine what no longer serves you and where you can make room for transformation.

October 28: Venus opposite Chiron

Venus is retrograde in Libra, opposite Chiron in Aries. This aspect aligns with this week’s themes: old sensitivities in relationships, the balance between yourself and the other person, and the question of whether you’re taking up enough space. It can bring old pain or insecurities to the surface, especially when it comes to love, rejection, validation, or the feeling of not being good enough. You may notice that certain situations affect you more deeply than expected, or that you find yourself reflecting on experiences in which you compromised to maintain a connection with someone else.

This energy invites you to take an honest look at the way you form relationships and how much value you place on the opinions or approval of others. In what situations do you prioritize someone else’s needs over your own? And do you dare to stay true to who you are, even when that means setting boundaries?

You don't have to relive old pain in order to heal. By looking at yourself with kindness, you can discover which patterns you no longer want to carry with you. True connection begins with the space you give yourself to be fully who you are.

October 30: Mercury square Mars

Mercury (which is retrograde) in Scorpio forms a square with Mars in Leo. This can cause mental restlessness. Your mind may be racing, and you may feel the urge to get things done quickly. Thoughts can pile up, and your words may come across as harsher than intended.

You may feel a stronger need to defend yourself and prove your point. You or the other person may be more likely to voice your opinion without being asked. Communication may be more impulsive, which can lead to misunderstandings and hurt feelings. Or you may finally feel the courage to speak up about something that’s been on your mind for a while. At the same time, old frustrations may resurface, causing minor disagreements to escalate more quickly into bigger arguments.

This energy calls for awareness of the way you communicate and respond. Mercury in Scorpio wants to dig deeper and uncover the truth, while Mars in Leo intensifies the need to be heard and acknowledged. This can create tension between what you’re actually feeling and the way you express it. Try not to react immediately out of anger, impatience, or hurt. Sometimes an initial reaction says more about an old sensitivity than about the situation itself.

During emotionally charged conversations, first take the time to listen and notice how it makes you feel. Give yourself the space to do this and step back for a moment before saying something you’ll later regret. By consciously choosing words that unite rather than divide, you can use this energy to clear up misunderstandings and communicate more honestly with yourself and others.

“What gives you a deep sense of peace, security, and self-worth? And what can you let go of because it no longer nourishes you or contributes to your inner balance?”