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Friday, JUNE 2

Venus forms a trine to Neptune today, and we open up to beauty and faith. We trust others first before judging, preferring to cooperate, not compete. Seeing the best in people takes the pressure off in personal relationships.

We’re also inclined to glamorize objects, situations, and pleasures. It’s easier to tap into our inner spiritual wisdom and draw on compassion. We prioritize spiritual and emotional concerns over material ones at this time and won’t step over others to achieve our goals.

The Moon’s transit of Scorpio all day draws us to transformative and emotionally exciting experiences.

The Moon is void from 8:52 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a trine to Venus), until the Moon enters Sagittarius the next day, Saturday, June 3rd, at 1:04 AM EDT.

Saturday, JUNE 3

The Moon leaves Scorpio at 1:04 AM EDT and enters spirited Sagittarius. A Full Moon occurs tonight at 11:42 PM EDT in the sign of Sagittarius when the Moon opposes the Gemini Sun.

The Full Moon is a time of culmination and an emotional period of romance, fertilization, and relationships. The Gemini Sun encourages us to pay more attention to facts and logic, while the Sagittarius Moon persuades us to intuit and think more broadly. Sagittarius symbolizes the quest for meaning and ideas that expand upon the “here and now.” Gemini is comfortable in–and an expert on–its immediate environment or neighborhood, while Sagittarius stimulates us to venture beyond it.

Neglecting either end of the axis will backfire–we’re best off seeking a balance. This Full Moon is about communication, attitude, and a sense of adventure.

While the Sagittarius Full Moon is freeform and impulsive, Mercury’s quintile with Saturn today helps with thoughtful and practical communications.

The Moon is void today until the Moon enters Sagittarius at 1:04 AM EDT.

Sunday, JUNE 4

The Moon spends the day in Sagittarius, and we seek non-routine, spontaneous experiences. We’re also hungry to learn new things.

Reinforcing this excitement is Mercury’s alignment with Uranus. We can feel inspired to think and connect or communicate in new, fresh ways. It can be a time of mental breakthroughs, innovative thinking, and perhaps nervous energy. We’re not content merely recycling old ideas or performing repetitive processes; we are quick to latch onto progressive approaches and methods.

We might stir things up or shock others with our opinions, ideas, and communications. Our senses may overload to the point that we are scatterbrained, impulsive, or impatient. However, if channeled well, we can arrive at especially inventive, original, progressive, and unbiased ideas and methods.

The Moon is void from 11:25 PM EDT, with the Moon’s last aspect before changing signs (a square to Neptune), until the Moon enters Capricorn tomorrow, Monday, June 5th, at 3:32 AM EDT.

Venus enters Leo

Venus is in Leo from June 5 to October 8, 2023. This is an extended visit due to an upcoming retrograde Venus cycle.

Love is magnificent and grand while Venus is in Leo. We take pride in love, and we are generous with our money as well. This is a warmhearted, teasing, expressive, proud, and extravagant placement for Venus. Love is a bit of a game–a game that is perpetual, as Venus in Leo is forever stuck in the romance stage of a relationship. We feed on attention, acknowledgement, validation, and adoration.

Venus in Leo loves to be adored, pampered, and admired. Pride and passion are hallmarks of this cycle. We have a strong ego investment in our love lives during this period. The negative expression of this placement is overstating our feelings simply for the effect, as well as extravagance.

 

The Venus-in-Leo cycle can be a strong or profitable time for contests, lotteries, parties, recreation, drama, adornment, jewelry, costumes, art dealing, and all things golden. Generosity and warmth contribute to our ability to draw in the right resources. We can have a compelling desire to stand out, be remarkable, and feel special during this period.

Why is this Venus in Leo cycle longer than usual? It’s because Venus retrogrades late in the sign of Leo. This cycle is similar to one that happened eight years ago, in 2015.

During this Venus in Leo cycle:

• Venus begins its transit of Leo on June 5th, 2023.
• On July 22nd, 2023, Venus, late in the sign of Leo (at 28 Leo 36 Rx), stations and turns retrograde.
• Venus continues its retrograde in Leo until September 3rd (at 12 Leo 12 D), when it stations and ends its retrograde, turning direct.
• Venus resumes its transit of Leo, this time forward, until October 8th, 2023, when it moves on to Virgo.

Aspects Venus makes while in Leo in 2023

This list excludes the Moon. The major aspect dates are green and in bold.

• Jun 5, 2023 12:05 PM Venus 0 Leo 05 opposition Pluto 0 Aquarius 05
• Jun 6, 2023 1:58 PM Venus biquintile Saturn
• Jun 8, 2023 4:11 AM Venus quintile Uranus
• Jun 8, 2023 4:37 PM Venus 3 Leo 05 square True Node 3 Taurus 05
• Jun 11, 2023 11:39 AM Venus 5 Leo 38 square Jupiter 5 Taurus 38
• Jun 13, 2023 5:59 AM Venus 7 Leo 12 quincunx Saturn 7 Pisces 12
• Jun 13, 2023 5:09 PM Sun 22 Gemini 36 semi-square Venus 7 Leo 36
• Jun 17, 2023 11:29 AM Mercury 10 Gemini 50 sextile Venus 10 Leo 50
• Jun 19, 2023 4:35 PM Venus 12 Leo 40 sesquiquadrate Neptune 27 Pisces 40
• Jun 28, 2023 10:25 PM Mercury 4 Cancer 32 semi-square Venus 19 Leo 32
• Jun 29, 2023 4:41 AM Venus 19 Leo 43 trine Chiron 19 Aries 43
• Jul 2, 2023 7:09 AM Venus biquintile Neptune
• Jul 2, 2023 10:33 AM Venus 21 Leo 46 square Uranus 21 Taurus 46
• Jul 8, 2023 12:45 PM Mercury 25 Cancer 02 semi-sextile Venus 25 Leo 02
• Jul 15, 2023 2:42 PM Venus 27 Leo 38 quincunx Neptune 27 Pisces 38
• Jul 21, 2023 9:39 AM Sun 28 Cancer 34 semi-sextile Venus 28 Leo 34
• Jul 27, 2023 11:16 AM Mercury 28 Leo 11 conjunction Venus Rx 28 Leo 11
• Jul 30, 2023 12:25 PM Venus Rx 27 Leo 27 quincunx Neptune 27 Pisces 27
• Aug 9, 2023 7:08 AM Venus Rx 22 Leo 55 square Uranus 22 Taurus 55
• Aug 12, 2023 1:48 AM Venus Rx biquintile Neptune
• Aug 12, 2023 8:14 PM Venus Rx 20 Leo 45 semi-sextile Mars 20 Virgo 45
• Aug 13, 2023 7:15 AM Sun 20 Leo 28 conjunction Venus Rx 20 Leo 28 (Inferior Conjunction)
• Aug 14, 2023 10:55 AM Venus Rx 19 Leo 45 trine Chiron 19 Aries 45
• Aug 15, 2023 1:04 PM Mercury 19 Virgo 05 semi-sextile Venus Rx 19 Leo 05
• Aug 22, 2023 8:16 AM Venus Rx 15 Leo 18 square Jupiter 15 Taurus 18
• Aug 25, 2023 4:04 PM Venus Rx 13 Leo 54 semi-square Mars 28 Virgo 54
• Sep 4, 2023 8:42 PM Sun 12 Virgo 13 semi-sextile Venus 12 Leo 13
• Sep 7, 2023 12:17 PM Mercury 12 Virgo 28 semi-sextile Venus 12 Leo 28
• Sep 17, 2023 2:10 AM Venus 15 Leo 18 square Jupiter 15 Taurus 18
• Sep 23, 2023 4:17 AM Venus 18 Leo 28 trine Chiron 18 Aries 28
• Sep 25, 2023 7:02 PM Venus biquintile Neptune
• Sep 27, 2023 (Venus sextile Mars – doesn’t perfect)
• Sep 29, 2023 1:52 PM Venus 22 Leo 40 square Uranus 22 Taurus 40
• Oct 1, 2023 7:38 AM Mercury 23 Virgo 57 semi-sextile Venus 23 Leo 57
• Oct 2, 2023 2:45 PM Venus 24 Leo 55 trine True Node 24 Aries 55
• Oct 3, 2023 8:21 PM Venus 25 Leo 53 quincunx Neptune 25 Pisces 53
• Oct 5, 2023 4:58 PM Sun 12 Libra 22 semi-square Venus 27 Leo 22
• Oct 6, 2023 8:49 AM Venus 27 Leo 54 quincunx Pluto 27 Capricorn 54

Retrograde Pluto heads back into the sign of Capricorn on June 11th, 2023. The following Pluto timeline can help demonstrate Pluto’s back-and-forth:

• Pluto enters Aquarius on March 23, 2023.
• Very early in the sign of Aquarius (at 0° Aquarius 22′ Rx), Pluto turns retrograde on May 1st, 2023.
• **Pluto, still retrograde, returns to Capricorn on June 11th, 2023.
• Pluto turns direct on October 10th (at 27° Capricorn 53′).
• Pluto re-enters Aquarius on January 20, 2024.

Pluto will do a similar dance between the signs of Aquarius and Capricorn in 2024, but will settle into Aquarius for the long haul beginning November 19, 2024.

Mercury enters Gemini

In 2023, Mercury is in Gemini from June 11th to 26th.

When Mercury is in Gemini, we are especially communicative, curious, and sociable. Mercury feels right at home in Gemini, one of the signs that it rules. We tend to take more pleasure in gaining a superficial knowledge of many subjects rather than dig deep into any one topic.

When it comes to making a point or debating, we are especially astute while Mercury is in Gemini. We are attracted to wordplays, puns, and negotiations, and we’re easily distracted.

Characteristics of the Mercury-in-Gemini cycle:

• interested in trivia, information tidbits
• manual and mental dexterity
• language mastery, talkative, flexible
• able to mimic, quickly grasp, decide promptly
• changes of mind/subject, detached observations
• nervous energy

 

While Mercury is in Gemini in 2023, it makes the following aspects…

This list excludes the Moon, and major aspect dates are bolded.

• Jun 11, 2023 8:57 PM Mercury quintile Mars
• Jun 13, 2023 3:04 AM Mercury 3 Gemini 04 semi-sextile True Node 3 Taurus 04
• Jun 13, 2023 8:31 PM Mercury 4 Gemini 18 semi-square Chiron 19 Aries 18
• Jun 15, 2023 12:24 AM Mercury 6 Gemini 20 semi-sextile Jupiter 6 Taurus 20
• Jun 15, 2023 12:09 PM Mercury 7 Gemini 13 square Saturn 7 Pisces 13
• Jun 16, 2023 8:06 PM Mercury quintile Neptune
• Jun 17, 2023 11:29 AM Mercury 10 Gemini 50 sextile Venus 10 Leo 50
• Jun 19, 2023 1:37 PM Mercury 14 Gemini 51 sesquiquadrate Pluto 29 Capricorn 51
• Jun 20, 2023 7:14 PM Mercury 17 Gemini 18 semi-square True Node 2 Taurus 18
• Jun 21, 2023 11:23 AM Mercury 18 Gemini 40 sextile Mars 18 Leo 40
• Jun 21, 2023 9:42 PM Mercury 19 Gemini 32 sextile Chiron 19 Aries 32
• Jun 22, 2023 6:37 PM Mercury 21 Gemini 20 semi-sextile Uranus 21 Taurus 20
• Jun 23, 2023 1:28 PM Mercury 22 Gemini 59 semi-square Jupiter 7 Taurus 59
• Jun 23, 2023 10:26 PM Mercury biquintile Pluto
• Jun 25, 2023 6:36 PM Mercury 27 Gemini 41 square Neptune 27 Pisces 41
• Jun 26, 2023 5:07 PM Mercury 29 Gemini 42 quincunx Pluto 29 Capricorn 42

Saturn now turns retrograde at 7° Pisces 13′. This retrograde cycle lasts approximately 4.5 months.

Saturn turns retrograde on June 17th, 2023, at 7° Pisces 13′

Saturn will turn direct on November 4th, 2023, at 0° Pisces 31′.

While Saturn is retrograde, we are more likely to refine and review our status, reputation, long-term goals, and responsibilities.

Read about Saturn Retrograde here.

Sun enters Cancer

Sun is in Cancer from June 21-July 22, 2023. We are self-protective and insular under this influence. Our attention turns to our nest–our families, homes, and anything that makes us feel “at home,” safe, and secure.

Nurturing and caring for our loved ones and pet projects come into focus. Emotions run deep, and we easily tune in to the world of feelings. Note that we are more in tune with the Moon while the Sun is in Cancer.

We may not want to grow up and face responsibilities or the outside world during the Sun-in-Cancer cycle. We should watch for dependence when we’d do better for ourselves otherwise. However, it’s a robust transit for recognizing our needs for comfort, safety, and familiarity. We’re inclined to form strong bonds and protect our loved ones.

 

The Sun’s Aspects while in Cancer in 2023:

Jun 23, 2023 2:27 AM Sun quintile Chiron

Jun 23, 2023 11:55 AM Sun 1 Cancer 57 sextile True Node 1 Taurus 57

Jun 28, 2023 8:52 AM Sun 6 Cancer 36 semi-square Uranus 21 Taurus 36

Jun 28, 2023 9:42 PM Sun 7 Cancer 07 trine Saturn 7 Pisces 07

Jul 1, 2023 1:06 AM Sun 9 Cancer 09 conjunction Mercury 9 Cancer 09

Jul 1, 2023 6:26 AM Sun 9 Cancer 22 sextile Jupiter 9 Taurus 22

Jul 1, 2023 5:52 PM Sun 9 Cancer 49 semi-square Mars 24 Leo 49

Jul 5, 2023 5:32 AM Sun quintile True Node

Jul 12, 2023 8:06 AM Sun 19 Cancer 55 square Chiron 19 Aries 55

Jul 14, 2023 3:44 AM Sun 21 Cancer 39 sesquiquadrate Saturn 6 Pisces 39

Jul 14, 2023 7:02 PM Sun 22 Cancer 15 sextile Uranus 22 Taurus 15

Jul 16, 2023 8:43 AM Sun quintile Jupiter

Jul 20, 2023 9:06 AM Sun 27 Cancer 35 trine Neptune 27 Pisces 35

Jul 21, 2023 9:39 AM Sun 28 Cancer 34 semi-sextile Venus 28 Leo 34

Jul 21, 2023 11:52 PM Sun 29 Cancer 07 opposition Pluto 29 Capricorn 07

Jul 22, 2023 1:13 AM Sun 29 Cancer 11 square True Node 29 Aries 11

Mercury enters Cancer

Mercury is in Cancer from June 26-July 11, 2023.

When Mercury is in Cancer, we move from the desire for quantity to the need for quality in terms of the information we are attracted to. We think, speak, and take in information on a deeper, more instinctive level now.

We have less interest in what is universal, and more interest in what affects us personally and what affects the people close to us. Our thoughts are colored by our emotions, making it more challenging to be objective.

While Mercury is in Cancer, we…

• have outstanding and detailed memories
• absorb information about the emotional background or atmosphere/setting
• pick up on moods and tones in addition to facts
• might not have great confidence in our ability to generate new or original ideas
• take great interest in (and notice of) personal issues and interactions
• don’t care much for intellectual stands if they’re devoid of a personal or heartful element
• need intimate settings to fully express ourselves
• have a well-developed sense of humor and warmth in our communications

While Mercury is in Cancer in 2023, it makes the following aspects…

This list excludes the Moon, and major aspect dates are bolded.

Jun 27, 2023 2:56 PM Mercury quintile Chiron

Jun 27, 2023 4:56 PM Mercury 1 Cancer 51 sextile True Node 1 Taurus 51

Jun 28, 2023 10:25 PM Mercury 4 Cancer 32 semi-square Venus 19 Leo 32

Jun 29, 2023 9:47 PM Mercury 6 Cancer 40 semi-square Uranus 21 Taurus 40

Jun 30, 2023 2:23 AM Mercury 7 Cancer 05 trine Saturn 7 Pisces 05

Jul 1, 2023 1:06 AM Sun 9 Cancer 09 conjunction Mercury 9 Cancer 09

Jul 1, 2023 3:10 AM Mercury 9 Cancer 20 sextile Jupiter 9 Taurus 20

Jul 1, 2023 4:50 AM Mercury 9 Cancer 29 semi-square Mars 24 Leo 29

Jul 3, 2023 1:09 AM Mercury quintile True Node

Jul 6, 2023 12:28 AM Mercury 19 Cancer 50 square Chiron 19 Aries 50

Jul 7, 2023 12:14 AM Mercury 21 Cancer 54 sesquiquadrate Saturn 6 Pisces 54

Jul 7, 2023 12:54 AM Mercury 21 Cancer 58 sextile Uranus 21 Taurus 58

Jul 7, 2023 5:28 AM Mercury quintile Jupiter

Jul 8, 2023 12:45 PM Mercury 25 Cancer 02 semi-sextile Venus 25 Leo 02

Jul 9, 2023 7:57 PM Mercury 27 Cancer 40 trine Neptune 27 Pisces 40

Jul 10, 2023 4:48 PM Mercury 29 Cancer 24 opposition Pluto 29 Capricorn 24

 

Mars enters Virgo

Mars is in Virgo from July 10-August 27, 2023.

In Virgo, Mars is somewhat of a workhorse. We have a passion for details, as well as a need to do the right thing at just the right time under this influence. The satisfaction of a job well done is one of your greatest incentives now. We are more precise and concerned about performance.

We’re more exacting and concerned with correctness and details in our work, output, or efforts. It’s a time of greater caution, skepticism, and discipline. We tend to focus on details and plans, sometimes losing sight of the bigger picture.

There can be a perfectionistic or workaholic streak. We have a greater interest in excelling or mastering a particular skill. Science and health are most appealing. This transit highlights work with details or requiring precision, such as surgery, bookkeeping, crafts, musical instruments, etc. It also spotlights attention to health and nutrition, the healing arts, and a great interest in how things work, techniques, mechanics, and systems.

It can be a time of irritability, tension, or nervousness. Attention to detail and technique is tremendous, although our vision or confidence may suffer if we limit ourselves. There can be competitive or inflamed situations with co-workers, work, routines, or healthcare.

Our standards for ourselves are high during this cycle, and we work hard to be accurate, precise, and efficient.

Mercury enters Leo

Mercury is in Leo from July 11-28, 2023.

When Mercury is in Leo, our thinking is more confident and grand. The focus is now on the goal–and the grander a goal the better! The details may not be quite as important now. We are more expressive, even theatrical and given to speech-giving and story-telling under this influence.

We are also more convincing and persuasive, as we exude confidence when we speak or write. With this transit, we may not listen as well as we normally do since we’re very focused on our own ideas.

We’re also strong about making decisions ourselves and letting our voices and input be heard. This is not a time when we’re content with letting others make all the moves or decisions–we need to be involved. We take the lead, manage, direct, and create while Mercury is in Leo. We need to relate to information or create stories about it to absorb it well. During this cycle, we should watch for being too inflexible, proud, or haughty to change course.

While Mercury is in Leo in 2023, it forms the following aspects:

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are bolded.

• Jul 11, 2023 7:36 AM Mercury 0 Leo 36 semi-sextile Mars 0 Virgo 36
• Jul 11, 2023 9:24 AM Mercury biquintile Saturn
• Jul 11, 2023 10:00 AM Mercury 0 Leo 48 square True Node 0 Taurus 48
• Jul 13, 2023 4:13 AM Mercury quintile Uranus
• Jul 14, 2023 11:17 AM Mercury 6 Leo 38 quincunx Saturn 6 Pisces 38
• Jul 17, 2023 8:49 AM Mercury 11 Leo 53 square Jupiter 11 Taurus 53
• Jul 17, 2023 6:33 PM Mercury 12 Leo 36 sesquiquadrate Neptune 27 Pisces 36
• Jul 22, 2023 2:57 AM Mercury 19 Leo 58 trine Chiron 19 Aries 58
• Jul 23, 2023 2:42 AM Mercury biquintile Neptune
• Jul 23, 2023 5:39 PM Mercury 22 Leo 32 square Uranus 22 Taurus 32
• Jul 26, 2023 11:59 PM Mercury 27 Leo 30 quincunx Neptune 27 Pisces 30
• Jul 27, 2023 11:16 AM Mercury 28 Leo 11 conjunction Venus 28 Leo 11
• Jul 28, 2023 12:24 AM Mercury 28 Leo 59 quincunx Pluto 28 Capricorn 59
• Jul 28, 2023 12:46 AM Mercury 29 Leo 01 trine True Node 29 Aries 01

Sun enters Leo

The Sun is in Leo from July 22-August 23, 2023. In Leo, the Sun is proud, outgoing, and playful. The Leo Sun is intensely individual—not content with simply being just one of the team. It’s time to shine, add a touch of color and drama to our lives, and perform.

We’re blossoming–it’s a time when we want to enjoy ourselves and express ourselves. We are more generous and grand in our gestures and attitudes. On the shadow side, we can also be self-centered and vain.

While the Sun is in Leo, we take the high road, and we’re very often motivated by the idea of gaining respect and affection. We more naturally express our joy, humor, and warmth during the Sun-in-Leo cycle. We also tend to take the lead or become the center of attention and activity.

Aspects the Sun makes while in Leo in 2023

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are in bold.

• Jul 23, 2023 3:18 AM Sun biquintile Saturn
• Jul 27, 2023 6:40 PM Sun quintile Uranus
• Jul 29, 2023 1:37 AM Sun 5 Leo 53 quincunx Saturn 5 Pisces 53
• Aug 4, 2023 8:24 PM Sun 12 Leo 22 sesquiquadrate Neptune 27 Pisces 22
• Aug 6, 2023 8:03 PM Sun 14 Leo 16 square Jupiter 14 Taurus 16
• Aug 12, 2023 2:12 PM Sun 19 Leo 47 trine Chiron 19 Aries 47
• Aug 13, 2023 7:15 AM Sun 20 Leo 28 conjunction Venus 20 Leo 28
• Aug 14, 2023 1:16 AM Sun biquintile Neptune
• Aug 15, 2023 1:09 AM Sun 22 Leo 09 semi-sextile Mars 22 Virgo 09
• Aug 15, 2023 10:34 PM Sun 23 Leo 00 square Uranus 23 Taurus 00
• Aug 19, 2023 1:13 PM Sun 26 Leo 28 trine True Node 26 Aries 28
• Aug 20, 2023 3:40 AM Sun 27 Leo 03 quincunx Neptune 27 Pisces 03
• Aug 21, 2023 2:07 PM Sun 28 Leo 26 quincunx Pluto 28 Capricorn 26

 

Mercury enters Virgo

Mercury is in Virgo from July 28-October 4, 2023. [This is an extended stay in the sign due to an upcoming Mercury retrograde cycle]

When Mercury is in Virgo, precision in speech, thought, and process are more important to us. This is a time when we analyze and decide what is useful and what we deem to be impractical.

Mercury feels right at home in Virgo, one of the signs that it rules (Mercury rules both Gemini and Virgo). Dealing with details is natural and easy now. We need to be careful that we don’t lose perspective if we find ourselves lost in details, however.

While Mercury is in Virgo, we should also be aware of the possibility of expressing ourselves in a too factual manner, so much so that we come across as dry, critical, or unimaginative.

We gravitate to useful information, and we can enjoy helping others with our knowledge. It’s a time for analyzing and dissecting, but we need other influences to put the pieces together or to see the bigger picture as our confidence in so doing is not strong at this time. It’s a time of conservative thinking and a strong tendency to want facts and certainties.

While Mercury is in Virgo in 2023, it forms the following aspects:

This list excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are in bold.

• Aug 1, 2023 8:02 AM Mercury biquintile Pluto
• Aug 1, 2023 8:54 AM Mercury 4 Virgo 56 sesquiquadrate Chiron 19 Aries 56
• Aug 1, 2023 10:17 PM Mercury 5 Virgo 39 opposition Saturn 5 Pisces 39 – We may communicate harshly, sparingly, or reluctantly. It can be difficult to trust our instincts, and we second-guess things automatically. Doubts might slow down our movements and initiatives.
• Aug 8, 2023 5:54 AM Mercury 12 Virgo 55 sesquiquadrate True Node 27 Aries 55
• Aug 9, 2023 12:29 AM Mercury 13 Virgo 42 sesquiquadrate Pluto 28 Capricorn 42
• Aug 9, 2023 3:49 AM Mercury biquintile Chiron
• Aug 9, 2023 8:47 PM Mercury 14 Virgo 32 trine Jupiter 14 Taurus 32 –  Through conversations or musings, a positive outlook or hopefulness can emerge. We have more trust in the future, we seek a little extra meaning to our projects and experiences, and we can benefit from big-picture thinking. Our ideas are big, and our intentions noble. We might receive good news or offers now. Curiosity grows.
• Aug 15, 2023 1:04 PM Mercury 19 Virgo 05 semi-sextile Venus 19 Leo 05
• Aug 16, 2023 2:02 PM Mercury 19 Virgo 43 quincunx Chiron 19 Aries 43
• Aug 18, 2023 7:18 AM Mercury biquintile True Node
• Aug 29, 2023 7:07 PM Mercury Rx biquintile True Node
• Aug 30, 2023 7:55 PM Mercury Rx 19 Virgo 21 quincunx Chiron 19 Aries 21
• Sep 4, 2023 6:29 AM Mercury Rx 15 Virgo 35 trine Jupiter 15 Taurus 35 – This aspect first formed on August 9th and will perfect for a third and final time on September 25th. We might return to a previous idea from a new perspective. Mercury in harmony with Jupiter boosts our optimism and faith. We gain a positive outlook through conversations and a sense of hope or trust in the future. We are seeking out a little extra meaning to our projects and experiences.
• Sep 6, 2023 7:09 AM Sun 13 Virgo 37 conjunction Mercury Rx 13 Virgo 37 (inferior conjunction)
• Sep 6, 2023 6:33 PM Mercury Rx 13 Virgo 09 sesquiquadrate Pluto 28 Capricorn 09
• Sep 6, 2023 7:32 PM Mercury Rx biquintile Chiron
• Sep 7, 2023 12:17 PM Mercury Rx 12 Virgo 28 semi-sextile Venus 12 Leo 28
• Sep 9, 2023 1:27 PM Mercury Rx 10 Virgo 40 sesquiquadrate True Node 25 Aries 40
• Sep 11, 2023 3:21 AM Mercury Rx 9 Virgo 32 semi-sextile Mars 9 Libra 32
• Sep 20, 2023 9:18 PM Mercury 10 Virgo 07 sesquiquadrate True Node 25 Aries 07
• Sep 23, 2023 8:48 AM Mercury biquintile Chiron
• Sep 23, 2023 7:16 PM Mercury 12 Virgo 57 sesquiquadrate Pluto 27 Capricorn 57
• Sep 25, 2023 8:10 AM Mercury 14 Virgo 51 trine Jupiter 14 Taurus 51 – This transit first occurred on August 9th, and while Mercury was retrograde, on September 4th. Now, we’re arriving at some helpful conclusions, or information unblocks so we can make a decision. This transit boosts our optimism and faith. We might gain a positive outlook through conversations and a sense of hope or trust in the future. Big-picture thinking benefits us. We are seeking a little extra meaning to our projects and experiences. Our ideas are big, and our intentions noble. We might receive good news or offers now. Curiosity is stimulated.
• Sep 27, 2023 6:30 PM Mercury 18 Virgo 16 quincunx Chiron 18 Aries 16
• Sep 28, 2023 4:57 AM Mercury biquintile True Node
• Sep 30, 2023 4:35 AM Mercury 22 Virgo 05 semi-sextile Mars 22 Libra 05
• Sep 30, 2023 12:55 PM Mercury 22 Virgo 39 trine Uranus 22 Taurus 39
• Oct 1, 2023 7:38 AM Mercury 23 Virgo 57 semi-sextile Venus 23 Leo 57
• Oct 1, 2023 9:24 PM Mercury 24 Virgo 55 quincunx True Node 24 Aries 55
• Oct 2, 2023 11:34 AM Mercury 25 Virgo 55 opposition Neptune 25 Pisces 55
• Oct 3, 2023 3:20 PM Mercury 27 Virgo 54 trine Pluto 27 Capricorn 54
• Oct 4, 2023 8:06 AM Mercury 29 Virgo 07 sesquiquadrate Jupiter 14 Taurus 07

Note that Mercury is retrograde (marked with Rx) during this period from August 23rd to September 15th.

The Sun enters Virgo

Sun is in Virgo from August 23-September 23, 2023.

Our focus shifts to the pieces of the puzzle–the little details of our lives. It is now time to take care of practical concerns. Attending to the details of everyday life may not sound like loads of fun, but it can certainly free us from unnecessary stress that results from “collecting” odds and ends of unfinished business.

This is an ideal time to get organized, to do detail work, and to improve communications on the job. We take more pride in our work, chores, and health efforts. We also want to be more organized and informed during the Sun-in-Virgo cycle.

We’re learning humility and the benefits of developing skills, some level of perfectionism, and the importance of attention to detail. It’s a time of down-to-earth practicality, when we prefer to invest our time and energy in things with realistic potential. We’re not inclined to ambition or going big. Attracting prosperity involves honest, careful, and attentive work and dedication.

Mercury now turns retrograde at 21° Virgo 51′.

Mercury is retrograde from August 23rd, at 21° Virgo 51′, until September 15th, at 8° Virgo 00′.

Mercury Retrograde Cycle from August 23 to September 15, 2023:

 

• On August 3, 2023, Mercury enters the Retrograde Zone (pre-retrograde shadow) at 8° Virgo 00′
• On August 23, 2023, Mercury stations and turns retrograde at 21° Virgo 51′ Rx
• On September 15, 2023, Mercury stations and turns direct at 8° Virgo 00′
• On September 30, 2023, Mercury leaves the Retrograde Zone (post-retrograde shadow) at 21° Virgo 51”

Note that the shadow period begins before Mercury turns retrograde–when Mercury first passes over the degree that Mercury later returns to in retrograde motion. The shadow period ends when Mercury again passes over the degree at which it first turned retrograde. The shadow period is different than Mercury’s storm period in astrology, which refers to the period when Mercury is moving especially slowly.

Note that Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow is generally better for new long-term endeavors than the pre-retrograde shadow. For new enterprises in the pre-retrograde shadow, the venture’s secondary progressed Mercury will turn direction (retrograde) in the coming years which may not be ideal.

Also note that things are most wonky on the days of the stations whether Mercury is turning retrograde OR direct (the start and end date of the retrograde cycle) as the shifts occur, after which we grow more accustomed to the energy.

Mercury is retrograde approximately three times a year for around three weeks each time. As such, retrograde Mercury is a fairly common occurrence (Mercury is retrograde approximately 18% of the time).

As the planet of communication, Mercury retrograde tends to breed a certain level of confusion. Mercury rules our “lower” mind–how we perceive and interpret information that we receive from our environment, and how we relay that information to others. Mercury has rulership over such things as speaking, negotiating, buying and selling, listening, formal contracts, documents, travel, the mail and shipping, and so forth. All of these areas of life are affected when Mercury is functioning in a sluggish state. Decision-making is challenged during Mercury retrograde.

Needless to say, it is not advised to sign contracts, engage in important decision-making, or launch a new business. Delays and challenges are more probable with Mercury retrograde. It’s a time when being careless with money, our personal information, or paperwork can be costly.

While Mercury is retrograde, we may be rethinking a previous opinion or idea. Looking to the signs and houses it transits can give clues as to what we may be reconsidering.

There is absolutely a positive side to Mercury Retrograde. This period is best used for re-organizing and reflecting. We look at the world a little differently–through different filters–and can come up with some very important inner revelations. It may be difficult to communicate them under this influence, but not everything needs to be rationalized.

Mercury retrograde periods can be times of heightened inner awareness, when meditation, benefiting from keeping a journal, reworking old plans, and reviewing past work are favored. Mercury retrograde is powerful for studies, particularly for returning to old studies or for re-learning or refreshing knowledge in a subject already taken.

Minor breaks in the mechanical aspects of communication can actually reconnect us to other means of communication, such as when there is an unexpected power outage and we’re forced off the computer and television, finding different and often satisfying ways to entertain ourselves.

It is important to note that there is absolutely no reason to suspend projects or anything of the sort during the Mercury Retrograde cycle. It’s not an ideal time to start new ones or to sign contracts, simply because a change of mind is quite likely once Mercury turns direct. However, it’s a fabulous time to do some “outside of the box” thinking. Acting on our ideas, however, might be best left for a Mercury Direct period.

Pay close attention to what you say and communicate in general, particularly around the days of Mercury’s stations (in this case, August 23rd and September 15th), as well as around retrograde Mercury’s conjunction to the Sun (called the “inferior conjunction“) on September 6th.

If you are itching to make a point with someone, especially, or if you are planning on “signing on the dotted line,” try to hold off. It is likely that you will have a change of mind once the station passes, and you can do some damage in the meantime.

When a planet stations, its energies are very strong in our lives. When Mercury stations, communications have more impact, so that negative ones could have long-term implications at this time. However, if you are very clear within yourself and about what you are communicating, this can be a positive thing.

With Mercury Retrograde in Virgo:

We might look at past decisions and ideas from a new, possibly enlightened perspective, although we may be especially analytical and critical, perhaps to excess while Mercury is retrograde in Virgo. We may be returning to past projects and refining or tweaking them. We could feel stuck in the past if we continually redo and don’t feel satisfied with the results, however. We can find usefulness in old or past ideas and recycling them in new ways.

This is a good time for reviewing recent work, as long as we don’t get caught in a loop of perfectionism. We might discover new ways of doing work that has become routine, or we might consider renewing old self-care, health, or fitness programs. Plans may be considered then reconsidered. We are in a good position to reevaluate our routines and habits, and we might give more thought to the meaning of our work or services.

Mars enters Libra

Mars is in Libra from August 27-October 12, 2023.

We tend to use our charm as a means to an end under the influence of this cycle. Because we can see many different sides of any given issue, we can be vacillating and indecisive about how to act. We don’t want to be the “bad guy” and rarely resort to force. Instead, we attempt to win arguments with style. We are indirect in approach and inclined towards mental debates, yet we also try to make the opposition comfortable! Passive aggressiveness is the shadow side of this energy. We can be angry at ourselves if we’ve done too much conciliating.

We can be warriors for peace and justice during the Mars-in-Libra cycle. We strive for balance and avoid extremes. It’s an excellent time for strategy and teaming or partnering up to reach a goal.

Jupiter stations and turns retrograde today.

Jupiter turns retrograde at 15° Taurus 35′.

Jupiter is retrograde from September 4th, 2023 to December 30th, 2023, in the sign of Taurus.

• Jupiter enters retrograde zone/shadow on June 11, 2023, at 5° Taurus 35′
• Jupiter stations and turns retrograde on September 4, 2023, at 15° Taurus 35′ Rx
• Jupiter stations and turns direct on December 30, 2023, at 5° Taurus 35’D
• Jupiter leaves retrograde zone/shadow on March 23, 2024, at 15° Taurus 35′

Note that Jupiter spends its retrograde cycle in the sign of Taurus.

The planet is retrograde in 2023 from September 4th to December 30th.

See also Jupiter in Taurus.

While Jupiter is retrograde, we tend to re-think our goals and plans in the areas of life affected by Jupiter’s transit. It’s a time of questioning what we thought we already knew and developing a new perspective on events and beliefs.

Recognizing areas of excess or extravagance can help us. We may need to slow down specific endeavors if they’ve been moving too quickly, or this happens organically. Some enthusiasm may wane as certain realities of time and energy set in.

Mercury now turns direct at 08° Virgo 00′.

Mercury is retrograde from August 23rd, at 21° Virgo 51′, until September 15th, at 8° Virgo 00′.

Mercury Retrograde Cycle from August 23 to September 15, 2023:

 

• On August 3, 2023, Mercury enters the Retrograde Zone (pre-retrograde shadow) at 8° Virgo 00′
• On August 23, 2023, Mercury stations and turns retrograde at 21° Virgo 51′ Rx
• On September 15, 2023, Mercury stations and turns direct at 8° Virgo 00′
• On September 30, 2023, Mercury leaves the Retrograde Zone (post-retrograde shadow) at 21° Virgo 51”

Note that the shadow period began before Mercury turned retrograde–when Mercury first passed over the degree that Mercury later returns to in retrograde motion. The shadow period ends when Mercury again passes over the degree at which it first turned retrograde. The shadow period is different than Mercury’s storm period in astrology, which refers to the period when Mercury is moving especially slowly.

Note that Mercury’s post-retrograde shadow is generally better for new long-term endeavors than the pre-retrograde shadow. For new enterprises in the pre-retrograde shadow, the venture’s secondary progressed Mercury will turn direction (retrograde) in the coming years which may not be ideal.

Things can be most wonky on the days of the stations whether Mercury is turning retrograde OR direct (the start and end date of the retrograde cycle) as the shifts occur, after which we grow more accustomed to the energy.

Mercury is retrograde approximately three times a year for approximately three weeks each time. As such, retrograde Mercury is a fairly common occurrence (Mercury is retrograde approximately 18% of the time).

Pay close attention to what you say and communicate in general, particularly around the days of Mercury’s stations (in this case, August23rd and September 15th), as well as around retrograde Mercury’s conjunction to the Sun (called the “inferior conjunction“) on September 6th (midway between the start and end of the retro period).

Especially if you are itching to make a point with someone, or if you are planning on “signing on the dotted line,” try to hold off. It is likely that you will have a change of mind once the station passes, and you can do some damage in the meantime. When a planet stations, its energies are very strong in our lives.

When Mercury stations, communications have more impact, so that negative ones could have long-term implications at this time. However, if you are very clear within yourself and about what you are communicating, this can be a positive thing.

Now that Mercury is direct after several weeks of retrograde motion, recent problems with communications and decision-making should start to improve in the days and weeks ahead. The answers we’ve been waiting for can arrive. Plans or projects that have stalled might now resume. Ease back in–it’s best not to rush conversations and observations.

Sun enters Libra

Sun is in Libra from September 23-October 23, 2023.

Libra rules relationships with others as mirrors of ourselves. Meeting others halfway, compromise, and negotiation come under the rule of Libra. With the Sun now in Libra, the focus is on balance–finding balance and harmony through relationships with others and through art. Libra is the sign of the peacemaker.

However, life is not always peaceful with Libra in its attempt to restore balance. Decision-making can be more challenging while the Sun is in Libra. Libra weighs both sides of any situation, and sometimes this process seems endless! In Libra, the Sun is concerned about not rocking the boat and not rubbing others the wrong way. Tactfulness, style, tolerance, and sociability are some of the keywords for Libra.

On the shadow side, Libra can be self-serving, indecisive, passive-aggressive, or superficial. Surface harmony may be a goal, but we could avoid or gloss over the deeper elements at play.

The Sun-in-Libra cycle is especially strong for sociability and fair-mindedness. We believe in being pleasant and polite out of respect for others. Putting out good vibes and treating others as equals brings rewards and contributes to our prosperity at this time.

We’re ready to right wrongs and restore balance and harmony. The ability to get along and boost one another is powerful. More awareness of our rights and those of others can lead to a stronger sense of self. Partnerships are in the spotlight. Mediation, counseling, public relations, partnering, and law are in good shape and strong focus. One of our strengths with the Sun in Libra is the ability to find the common ground.

Aspects the Sun makes while in Libra in 2023

This list excludes the Moon since it forms far too many aspects to list here, and the dates of the major aspects of the Sun are in bold.

• Sep 24, 2023 11:10 PM Sun 1 Libra 49 quincunx Saturn 1 Pisces 49
• Sep 30, 2023 9:48 PM Sun 7 Libra 38 sesquiquadrate Uranus 22 Taurus 38
• Oct 1, 2023 3:34 PM Sun biquintile Jupiter
• Oct 5, 2023 4:58 PM Sun 12 Libra 22 semi-square Venus 27 Leo 22
• Oct 7, 2023 5:04 AM Sun 13 Libra 51 quincunx Jupiter 13 Taurus 51
• Oct 9, 2023 11:08 AM Sun 16 Libra 04 sesquiquadrate Saturn 1 Pisces 04
• Oct 9, 2023 6:54 PM Sun biquintile Uranus
• Oct 11, 2023 2:21 AM Sun 17 Libra 41 opposition Chiron 17 Aries 41
• Oct 15, 2023 3:43 PM Sun 22 Libra 11 quincunx Uranus 22 Taurus 11
• Oct 18, 2023 8:45 AM Sun 24 Libra 53 opposition True Node 24 Aries 53
• Oct 18, 2023 11:40 PM Sun 25 Libra 30 quincunx Neptune 25 Pisces 30
• Oct 20, 2023 1:38 AM Sun 26 Libra 34 conjunction Mercury 26 Libra 34
• Oct 21, 2023 10:09 AM Sun 27 Libra 55 square Pluto 27 Capricorn 55

Mercury enters Libra

Mercury is in Libra from October 4-22, 2023.

When Mercury is in Libra, we are diplomatic and friendly. During this cycle, we are able to bring a more rational approach to one-to-one relationships. It’s a good time to think about ways of improving our negotiation skills.

In an attempt to see both sides of any given situation, Mercury in Libra can be a vacillating energy. It can be more challenging than usual to make quick decisions, as we can sit “on the fence.” We may too easily accommodate others’ opinions in order to keep the peace. In our negotiations, we don’t want to assert ourselves in such a way as to appear to be the “bad guy.” This is not a time for hard work or getting down to the nitty gritty. Instead, we prefer to mend fences, socialize, and harmonize.

This is a powerful period for considering others’ points of view. We are more inclined to arrive at fair conclusions. We benefit and prosper through communicating more effectively and diplomatically, mediating, and negotiating or compromising. In fact, we might frequently think about ways to harmonize and live/interact more peacefully. Favored now are the law, counseling, partnering, editing, and public relations.

During this cycle, we dislike and avoid indelicate, rude, or self-centered communications. Our thinking is moderate–we avoid extremes of opinion, preferring to be fair to all involved.

Venus enters Virgo

Venus is in Virgo from October 8-November 8, 2023.

This is a time when we express our love through practical means and gestures–running errands, doing detail work, or just being there for our lovers. Love needs to make sense and have a purpose with Venus in Virgo.

Virgo is an Earth sign, which is sensual, but Virgo is also quite practical and mental. In addition to our romantic natures, what we purchase and the types of entertainment we enjoy during this cycle are ruled by whether or not they make sense and serve a practical purpose.

We could easily feel guilty if we are too self-indulgent at this time. Rendering services to others can fill a need, and can be an expression of love. The shadow side of this position is being overly critical of our partners or relationships, picky, nervous, or worried.

 

During the Venus-in-Virgo cycle, we can gravitate to, and find some benefits in, holistic healing, acupuncture, yoga, and nutritional boosts. We’re keenly interested in ways to enrich our lives and boost our well-being. “Health is wealth” could be a motto now. In fact, we might enjoy health-boosting activities more than usual. Businesses promoting nutrition, wholesomeness, and well-being might prosper at this time. Commitment and attention to detail are also more prominently considered virtues now.

In love, we’re not very showy, flowery, or demonstrative. Instead, we show our love through being of service.

We’re conservative with money, pleasure, and romance at this time, ready to analyze and dissect these matters. This can also be a time when helping others, particularly with good advice regarding these Venus-ruled things, can be prominent and successful. We might meet friends or lovers through our work or health-pursuits. We can take a special interest in handiwork, crafts, lists/sorting, and bookkeeping.

The Aspects Venus Makes While in Virgo in 2023

Excludes the Moon. Major aspect dates are in bold.

• Oct 10, 2023 2:10 AM Venus 1 Virgo 03 opposition Saturn 1 Pisces 03
• Oct 11, 2023 10:01 PM Venus 2 Virgo 38 sesquiquadrate Chiron 17 Aries 38
• Oct 13, 2023 7:34 AM Venus biquintile Pluto
• Oct 19, 2023 5:22 PM Venus 9 Virgo 53 sesquiquadrate True Node 24 Aries 53
• Oct 21, 2023 2:45 AM Venus biquintile Chiron
• Oct 22, 2023 12:32 AM Venus 12 Virgo 07 trine Jupiter 12 Taurus 07
• Oct 22, 2023 8:21 PM Venus 12 Virgo 55 sesquiquadrate Pluto 27 Capricorn 55
• Oct 26, 2023 9:10 PM Venus 16 Virgo 59 quincunx Chiron 16 Aries 59
• Oct 28, 2023 6:36 PM Venus biquintile True Node
• Oct 31, 2023 8:51 AM Venus 21 Virgo 36 trine Uranus 21 Taurus 36
• Nov 3, 2023 8:49 AM Venus 24 Virgo 46 quincunx True Node 24 Aries 46
• Nov 3, 2023 6:05 PM Venus 25 Virgo 11 opposition Neptune 25 Pisces 11
• Nov 3, 2023 10:45 PM Venus 25 Virgo 23 sesquiquadrate Jupiter 10 Taurus 23
• Nov 6, 2023 9:38 AM Venus 28 Virgo 04 trine Pluto 28 Capricorn 04

Pluto now turns direct at 27° Capricorn 53′, ending its retrograde. Pluto is retrograde every year for approximately five months. In 2023, Pluto was retrograde from May 1st to October 10th.

 

• May 1, 2023, Pluto stations and turns retrograde at 0° Aquarius 22′ Rx
• October 10, 2023, Pluto stations and turns direct at 27° Capricorn 53′

As Pluto advances in direct motion in the period ahead, our power to make profound changes in our lives is more externalized, insistent, and direct. We are less likely to brood over changes that we feel have been thrust upon us and more likely to take things into our own hands and make necessary changes.

Mars enters Scorpio

Mars is in Scorpio from October 12, 2023 – November 24, 2023.

Passionate determination and dedication. In Scorpio, Mars is driven and focused on getting what it wants. We are persevering, single-minded, and strong. The desire to experience our emotional depths, as well as the urge to penetrate the surface of life in order to explore deeper levels of existence, is powerful. We are fascinated with what others tend to repress, and are drawn to experiencing and understanding these things.

During this Mars-in-Scorpio cycle, we are less inclined to avoid important issues–we go all in. In some ways, we are attracted to crisis, as we see crisis as transformative and emotionally exciting. We would rather feel extreme emotions than nothing at all, as mediocrity or the “middle road” is felt to be unsatisfying.

Mars in Scorpio themes include:

• Uniquely and perhaps obsessively focused and disciplined when pursuing a desire.
• Instinctive action.
• Rarely backing down.
• Not seeking confrontation, but unafraid and ready to defend and oppose if needed.
• Secretive or simply not very forthcoming about motivations, methods, and goals.
• Having difficulties stopping, calling it a day, letting something go.
• Natural strategist.
• Activity with or disputes over power dynamics, shared resources, taxes, or joint finances.
• Intense attachments, intimacy.

While Mars is in Scorpio in 2023, Mars forms the following aspects that refine the above themes:

• Oct 13, 2023 8:29 AM Mars 0 Scorpio 55 trine Saturn 0 Pisces 55 – a bolstering, stabilizing, practical transit.
• Oct 14, 2023 9:02 AM Mars biquintile Neptune – creative, intelligent
• Oct 27, 2023 3:21 AM Mars 10 Scorpio 19 sesquiquadrate Neptune 25 Pisces 19
• Oct 28, 2023 12:03 PM Mars 11 Scorpio 16 opposition Jupiter 11 Taurus 16 – pointing out excesses and over-the-top tendencies, boastful, overconfident.
• Oct 29, 2023 10:22 AM Mercury 11 Scorpio 54 conjunction Mars 11 Scorpio 54 – verbalizing desires, mobilizing ideas.
• Nov 4, 2023 9:50 AM Mars quintile Pluto
• Nov 5, 2023 3:44 AM Mars 16 Scorpio 35 quincunx Chiron 16 Aries 35
• Nov 11, 2023 4:11 PM Mars 21 Scorpio 09 opposition Uranus 21 Taurus 09 – rebellious, reactive
• Nov 13, 2023 7:11 AM Mars biquintile Chiron
• Nov 16, 2023 1:38 PM Mars 24 Scorpio 35 quincunx True Node 24 Aries 35
• Nov 17, 2023 3:36 AM Mars 24 Scorpio 59 trine Neptune 24 Pisces 59
• Nov 17, 2023 7:20 AM Venus 10 Libra 06 semi-square Mars 25 Scorpio 06 – interpersonal tension
• Nov 18, 2023 12:41 AM Sun 25 Scorpio 37 conjunction Mars 25 Scorpio 37 – energizing, confident.
• Nov 21, 2023 8:18 PM Mars 28 Scorpio 19 sextile Pluto 28 Capricorn 19 – opportunities to focus, gain an advantage.

The Moon is excluded. Major aspect dates are in color and bold.

Mercury enters Scorpio

Mercury is in Scorpio from October 22-November 10, 2023.

When Mercury is in Scorpio, our thoughts and communications are more probing and intense. While Mercury in Libra urged us to find balance and arrive at reasonable solutions, Mercury in Scorpio instinctively knows that life simply isn’t fair. Mercury in Scorpio seeks truths in all that is hidden and undercover.

We tend to probe, observe, and focus our thoughts under this influence. Looking for motivations–the more deeply buried, the better–satisfies an intellectual need now. Our thoughts are profound. We throw away superficial manners of communicating in favor of deep conversations.

Scorpio is exceptionally sharp, profound, and analytical yet also intuitive. Thinking is inclined to be one-track-minded, focused, and even obsessive.

 

Mercury-in-Scorpio isn’t shocked by much, or at least keeps its cool even if surprised. During this cycle, our approach is psychological when analyzing, deciding, and studying or observing. We’re not afraid to go places mentally. We get to the heart of a matter or to the bottom line very quickly, usually through instinct. Our resourcefulness and strategy stand out. We’re competitive.

We can be intrigued by motives and secrets or taboos. It’s not easy to take instruction or someone’s word for it–we have to experience it ourselves to draw conclusions. This position of Mercury is one of the most persuasive. It’s an excellent time to research, investigate, troubleshoot, and work on hunches. If left to observe on our own, we do our best thinking, seeking the hidden layers of a situation.

Aspects Mercury makes while in Scorpio in 2023:

Excludes the Moon. Major aspects are in bold.

• Oct 22, 2023 12:12 PM Mercury 0 Scorpio 39 trine Saturn 0 Pisces 39
• Oct 22, 2023 11:12 PM Mercury biquintile Neptune
• Oct 28, 2023 10:16 AM Mercury 10 Scorpio 18 sesquiquadrate Neptune 25 Pisces 18
• Oct 28, 2023 11:44 PM Mercury 11 Scorpio 12 opposition Jupiter 11 Taurus 12
• Oct 29, 2023 10:22 AM Mercury 11 Scorpio 54 conjunction Mars 11 Scorpio 54
• Nov 1, 2023 12:31 AM Mercury quintile Pluto
• Nov 1, 2023 11:45 AM Mercury 16 Scorpio 44 quincunx Chiron 16 Aries 44
• Nov 4, 2023 12:07 PM Mercury 21 Scorpio 26 opposition Uranus 21 Taurus 26
• Nov 5, 2023 4:56 AM Mercury biquintile Chiron
• Nov 6, 2023 2:51 PM Mercury 24 Scorpio 45 quincunx True Node 24 Aries 45
• Nov 6, 2023 8:36 PM Mercury 25 Scorpio 08 trine Neptune 25 Pisces 08
• Nov 8, 2023 7:16 PM Mercury 28 Scorpio 06 sextile Pluto 28 Capricorn 06

Sun enters Scorpio

Sun is in Scorpio from October 23-November 22, 2023.

The guiding principle of Scorpio is “I desire.” Scorpio is the sign of depth, intimacy, and extremes of feeling. Superficiality simply will not do with the Sun in Scorpio–we want to get to the bottom of matters. Mediocrity does not satisfy either. All that is hidden, taboo, secret, or suppressed interests us. In Libra, we strived towards equality and fairness. Scorpio, however, instinctively believes that life simply isn’t fair.

Scorpio’s energy is provocative, usually in a quiet way, as well as passionate, strong-willed, and intense. It can be an immensely healing and transformative energy. Jealousy, vindictiveness, beating a dead horse, and manipulative are some of the more negative expressions of Scorpio.

We are more likely to prosper through strategy and knowing the value of keeping some things to ourselves at the right times. Efforts to repurpose, recycle, salvage, and transform can be successful. We’re especially successful at organizing, researching, investigating, and analyzing.

While we can be quite controlled with effort, there is some inclination to extremism. We can be drawn to challenges and crises, and we feel compelled to heal, fix, and direct or manage.

Aspects the Sun makes while in Scorpio in 2023:

Excluding the Moon. The Sun’s major aspects are in bold.

• Oct 24, 2023 3:13 AM Sun 0 Scorpio 37 trine Saturn 0 Pisces 37
• Oct 24, 2023 9:18 PM Sun biquintile Neptune
• Nov 2, 2023 5:33 PM Sun 10 Scorpio 12 sesquiquadrate Neptune 25 Pisces 12
• Nov 3, 2023 1:02 AM Sun 10 Scorpio 30 opposition Jupiter 10 Taurus 30
• Nov 8, 2023 1:42 PM Sun quintile Pluto
• Nov 8, 2023 10:01 PM Sun 16 Scorpio 26 quincunx Chiron 16 Aries 26
• Nov 13, 2023 12:20 PM Sun 21 Scorpio 04 opposition Uranus 21 Taurus 04
• Nov 14, 2023 4:12 PM Sun biquintile Chiron
• Nov 15, 2023 9:22 AM Sun 22 Scorpio 57 semi-square Venus 7 Libra 57
• Nov 16, 2023 11:26 PM Sun 24 Scorpio 33 quincunx True Node 24 Aries 33
• Nov 17, 2023 9:51 AM Sun 24 Scorpio 59 trine Neptune 24 Pisces 59
• Nov 18, 2023 12:41 AM Sun 25 Scorpio 37 conjunction Mars 25 Scorpio 37
• Nov 20, 2023 4:26 PM Sun 28 Scorpio 18 sextile Pluto 28 Capricorn 18