Taurus Monthly Horoscope: October 2018

Taurus (Born April 21 to 30) and Taurus Ascendant from 0 to 10 degrees Taurus:

October 2018 Taurus Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until October 23rd:

The Sun continues to spotlight your solar sixth house. This is a busy period that finds you tending to many different details of your daily existence--your work, various projects, organization around the home and office, your daily routines, and health matters. Your ego may be especially tied up in the work you do, so that you are proud and more creative than usual in your job. You may be in the position to take charge in your work, or to take charge of your health and diet. Sometimes this cycle relates to increased activities involving pets. You seek to perfect your skills or methods now, and you focus on the parts that make up the whole now in order to improve your daily life. As a result, you can be more critical than usual, but this process is necessary for you to sort out what works for you and what doesn't.

From October 23rd forward:

The Sun illuminates your seventh house. At this time of year, you have a greater need than usual to be with a partner. Bouncing ideas off someone helps you to better understand yourself. A partner provides a mirror for your own self-discovery. Now is the time to realize your own potential through a significant other. During this cycle, you focus on balancing your personal interests and objectives with your social life, or with those of a partner. The emphasis is on "us" rather than "me".

You need the energies, companionship, and support of other people, and they may also seek out your support and companionship. It's important to include others rather than to go solo for the time being. However, bending too much to the will of another is not advised either. Social interactions of a personal, one-on-one kind are emphasized. Circumstances are such that your diplomacy skills are required. Your popularity is increasing, and is reinforced by your own ability to cooperate and harmonize. Your ego and pride are tied up in how you relate to others now. This may be an especially busy time for people who consult or work with clients one-on-one.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort, Pleasure

All month: 

Venus continues her trek through your partnership sector. Meaningful and harmonious relationships--both social and romantic--define you during this cycle, affecting your mind, body, and soul. Financial or social success may come to or through your marriage partner at this time. Special attention to and from a partner is in focus, and flattery works to your advantage! Give to a partner exactly what you would like to receive just now. It's not about you right now--it's about someone else close. Smoothing out your close personal relationships is what makes you happy during this cycle. You have a greater need than usual for contact and exchange with an intimate partner. If single, you are more willing than normal to enter into a committed relationship. In general, you are adaptable when it comes to your affections.

Venus is retrograde from October 5th to November 16th Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well. Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined. It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle. However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.This Venus Retrograde cycle occurs for the most part in your seventh house of one-to-one partnerships. Misunderstandings with your partner now can be troublesome. If you need to talk through problems, do your best to be as non-judgmental as possible, and don't overreact to what your partner has to say either. A close partner could be distant emotionally, or a partnership can appear stalled for the time being - something is up in the air. However, this is a good time to take a breather and to get in better touch with your feelings on a matter - you need this!

With Venus as your ruler, you are especially sensitive to all of the Venus Retrograde issues described above. Venus also rules your work and health sector, and the desire for satisfaction and warm relations on the job is likely strong now but hard to get. This is an excellent period for reworking your finances. Take your time when it comes to major decision making.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Until October 9th: 

Mercury continues to transit your solar sixth house. This is an excellent cycle for improving your skills, objectively identifying your weaknesses so that you can work on them, and for finding flaws in your work methods or approach to daily activities so that you can make necessary changes.

You might be especially focused on list-making and to-do lists, as well as organizing things around you. The need to communicate about your work, health, and other daily affairs, or with co-workers, is especially strong now. Negative expression of this position is worrying about sixth house matters (work, health, pets, and so forth) rather than finding ways to improve these things.

From October 10-31: 

Mercury transits your solar seventh house. You tend to weigh the pros and cons of every issue during this cycle, taking into account others' needs as well as your own. Some indecisiveness is possible now, simply because you naturally entertain opposing viewpoints. You have a strong desire to cooperate and communicate with others now. You feel most comfortable spending time with people on a one-to-one level, or with those with whom you share a personal history.

Interestingly, your own thoughts become clearer through dialogue with others during this window. You may be doing public relations work, counseling, negotiating, or arbitration during this cycle. There is a lot of emphasis on communications with partners and best friends at this time. You can use the power of words to advise others or to make peace with people in your life. You are more diplomatic than usual during this transit.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

All month:

Mars continues to energize your solar tenth house now. You bring much energy, enthusiasm, and drive to your career or to directing activities in your life during this cycle. You may be quite competitive during this period, preferring to achieve and accomplish things on your own. This attitude can, in some cases, be seen by others as an instigating or otherwise offensive energy, so be aware of that possibility.

This is a strong time for directly pursuing your goals, and, if you need that extra push or oomph to get a plan going, particularly a professional one, or to assert your desires, then this is the time. You are self-motivated, and your enthusiasm can be harnessed if you so choose.

Overview Horoscope:

October 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary for Taurus: Work and health matters are busy this month, dear Taurus, although relationships can be on the tricky side with Venus, your ruler, retrograde in your partnership sector from the 5th forward. This is a time for processing your feelings, and nobody should be pushed into making decisions now. The New Moon on the 8th brings a charge of energy to your sector of work, health, and habits, and you're in a commanding position for fresh new starts in these areas of life, although not everything will get off the ground as planned. Mentally prepare for delays. Mars picks up the pace in your career sector, firing up ambitions, and focusing on your work can be satisfying in October.

There is an increasing focus on partnership and relationship matters this month with quite a bit of activity in your solar seventh house, and personal needs or plans might frequently go to the back burner. This is a natural process, and it's better not to fight it. Honor the important people in your life and play a supportive role. In fact, there can be mutual benefits involved. Complications are likely, and it's probably better to maintain some level of objectivity as you sort through your feelings.

Mars first moved to the top of your solar chart in May, but then turned retrograde and retreated into your solar ninth house. Some plans and projects that have their origins in May and June may have experienced delays or lags, but now you're enjoying the release of blocks, particularly related to travel, education, and career. You are now building up momentum and more wholeheartedly pursuing your career and life path goals. This is a potentially ambitious time when you're ready to step things up and shoot high. With Venus retrograde for most of this transit, however, you should watch for a too-aggressive approach. You can reach great heights but could be missing the mark just a little on a social level. Venus is not helping you in the usual way, and you might want to watch for this, particularly around the 10th and 19th. Venus is helping you on other levels, though -- you're looking back with new eyes, and you can come to a greater understanding of past relationships and projects in the process.

October's general tone is a bit on the serious or introspective side despite the fact that you're in a relationship-focused cycle. This is primarily due to an emphasis on your work and health sector and the retrograde of your ruling planet, Venus. This is not necessarily about lacking confidence, but more about recognizing the need to look within for answers. Questioning your plans is likely--and necessary. A close partner may be distant or hard to read this month, and some disconnects in the love department are possible. These will begin to clear up later in November. For now, try not to push matters (or others). Give them space, and give yourself space as well.

The 15th and 25th are key dates for getting closer to your true feelings about a relationship. Learning new things about a previous relationship can figure strongly. You might gain further insight into an old problem, or reconnect with someone from your past. Set intentions and goals that better reflect these redefined wants and needs, as well as your expectations of others from the 25th. Energies are compelling for a fresh start or turning point.

The Full Moon on the 24th is personal, as it occurs in your sign! Uranus in your sign is involved, pointing to surprises and unexpected impulses. This lunation can bring a sudden revelation, and these can relate to your personal freedoms or attention to a partnership. If you’ve been working on auto-pilot, you might suddenly wonder why you've accepted restrictions and sidelines. Avoid abrupt moves, but listen to your emotions.

New relationships started in October can begin with enthusiasm, but then quickly become complicated. Pour your energy into productive paths. Get started on a new health and fitness routine.

Jupiter is on its last leg of its transit of your partnership sector and before it moves on November 9th, it connects beautifully with Mercury and Chiron, active in the final week of October. You can derive much joy from feeling part of a partnership now, and you could feel enlightened about a friendship or relationship. If you need to forgive and forget, this is a great time to do so.

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Taurus (Born May 1 to 10) and Taurus Ascendant from 10 to 20 degrees Taurus:

October 2018 Taurus Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

Overview.

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

All month:

The Sun illuminates your solar sixth house. During this cycle, you take more pride in the work you do and in your health routines than any other time of the year. You are sorting through the experiences of the last several months, separating the worthwhile from the worthless. This is a good time to build your skills, to get organized, and to attend to your health and wellbeing. It's a great time to make improvements to your regular routines. Your self-esteem and your ego are tied up in the work you do and in the services you give. Details are more important to you now.

It's time to bring order to your life by focusing on the little things that make up the whole. This cycle presents an opportunity to get rid of what doesn't work in your life, while also discovering what does. You could seek distinction and strive towards perfection in your work. Efficiency should be your goal now. Your physical health, as well as the relationship between your body and your mind, are in focus.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort

Venus is retrograde from October 5th to November 16th Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well. Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined. It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle. However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.This Venus Retrograde cycle occurs in your sixth house of work, health, and habits. In addition to the general cautions outlined above, the social aspect of relationships on the job may be strained for the time being. Do your best not to let people get to you. The desire for warm relations on the job is strong, but the path to satisfaction hard to find. Schedule major beautification processes around this cycle if possible. There can be focus on healing and processing when it comes to health.

With Venus as your ruler, you are especially sensitive to all of the Venus Retrograde issues described above. Venus also rules your work and health sector, and the desire for satisfaction and warm relations on the job is likely strong now but hard to get. This is an excellent period for reworking your finances. Take your time when it comes to major decision making.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Until the 16th:

Mercury continues to transit your solar sixth house. This is an excellent cycle for improving your skills, objectively identifying your weaknesses so that you can work on them, and for finding flaws in your work methods or approach to daily activities so that you can make necessary changes.

You might be especially focused on list-making and to-do lists, as well as organizing things around you. The need to communicate about your work, health, and other daily affairs, or with co-workers, is especially strong now. Negative expression of this position is worrying about sixth house matters (work, health, pets, and so forth) rather than finding ways to improve these things.

From October 16th forward:

Mercury transits your solar seventh house. You tend to weigh the pros and cons of every issue during this cycle, taking into account others' needs as well as your own. Some indecisiveness is possible now, simply because you naturally entertain opposing viewpoints. You have a strong desire to cooperate and communicate with others now. You feel most comfortable spending time with people on a one-to-one level, or with those with whom you share a personal history.

Interestingly, your own thoughts become clearer through dialogue with others during this window. You may be doing public relations work, counseling, negotiating, or arbitration during this cycle. There is a lot of emphasis on communications with partners and best friends at this time. You can use the power of words to advise others or to make peace with people in your life. You are more diplomatic than usual during this transit.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Until the 10th:

Mars continues to animate and energize your solar ninth house. Your energy levels and sense of timing are good during this cycle. You are strong and bold in your beliefs and convictions as well, and others tend to naturally follow your lead. You actively seek out new learning experiences and have a strong desire to set out on new adventures, however big or small. Others find you easy to be around, even inspiring and energizing, and are attracted to your assertiveness and courage.

From October 10th forward:

Mars animates and energizes your solar tenth house. This transit stimulates your ambition and/or your desire to be recognized for your accomplishments. Whether it's professional or personal, you are likely to have an increased desire for others to notice you. This can be a good time to become self-employed or start a business if other factors (and Mars itself) are favorable. Conflicts with those in authority are possible now. You may pour more energy into self-promotion or business/career activities.

Overview Horoscope:

October 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary for Taurus: Work and health matters are busy this month, dear Taurus, although relationships can be on the tricky side with Venus, your ruler, retrograde in your partnership sector from the 5th forward. This is a time for processing your feelings, and nobody should be pushed into making decisions now. The New Moon on the 8th brings a charge of energy to your sector of work, health, and habits, and you're in a commanding position for fresh new starts in these areas of life, although not everything will get off the ground as planned. Mentally prepare for delays. Mars picks up the pace in your career sector, firing up ambitions, and focusing on your work can be satisfying in October.

There is an increasing focus on partnership and relationship matters this month with quite a bit of activity in your solar seventh house, and personal needs or plans might frequently go to the back burner. This is a natural process, and it's better not to fight it. Honor the important people in your life and play a supportive role. In fact, there can be mutual benefits involved. Complications are likely, and it's probably better to maintain some level of objectivity as you sort through your feelings.

Mars first moved to the top of your solar chart in May, but then turned retrograde and retreated into your solar ninth house. Some plans and projects that have their origins in May and June may have experienced delays or lags, but now you're enjoying the release of blocks, particularly related to travel, education, and career. You are now building up momentum and more wholeheartedly pursuing your career and life path goals. This is a potentially ambitious time when you're ready to step things up and shoot high. With Venus retrograde for most of this transit, however, you should watch for a too-aggressive approach. You can reach great heights but could be missing the mark just a little on a social level. Venus is not helping you in the usual way, and you might want to watch for this, particularly around the 10th and 19th. Venus is helping you on other levels, though -- you're looking back with new eyes, and you can come to a greater understanding of past relationships and projects in the process.

October's general tone is a bit on the serious or introspective side despite the fact that you're in a relationship-focused cycle. This is primarily due to an emphasis on your work and health sector and the retrograde of your ruling planet, Venus. This is not necessarily about lacking confidence, but more about recognizing the need to look within for answers. Questioning your plans is likely--and necessary. A close partner may be distant or hard to read this month, and some disconnects in the love department are possible. These will begin to clear up later in November. For now, try not to push matters (or others). Give them space, and give yourself space as well.

The 15th and 25th are key dates for getting closer to your true feelings about a relationship. Learning new things about a previous relationship can figure strongly. You might gain further insight into an old problem, or reconnect with someone from your past. Set intentions and goals that better reflect these redefined wants and needs, as well as your expectations of others from the 25th. Energies are compelling for a fresh start or turning point.

The Full Moon on the 24th is personal, as it occurs in your sign! Uranus in your sign is involved, pointing to surprises and unexpected impulses. This lunation can bring a sudden revelation, and these can relate to your personal freedoms or attention to a partnership. If you’ve been working on auto-pilot, you might suddenly wonder why you've accepted restrictions and sidelines. Avoid abrupt moves, but listen to your emotions.

New relationships started in October can begin with enthusiasm, but then quickly become complicated. Pour your energy into productive paths. Get started on a new health and fitness routine.

Jupiter is on its last leg of its transit of your partnership sector and before it moves on November 9th, it connects beautifully with Mercury and Chiron, active in the final week of October. You can derive much joy from feeling part of a partnership now, and you could feel enlightened about a friendship or relationship. If you need to forgive and forget, this is a great time to do so.

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See also general trends for Taurus in 2018.

Taurus (Born May 11 to 21) AND Taurus Ascendant from 20 to 30 degrees Taurus:

October 2018 Taurus Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until October 13th:

The Sun continues to put a spotlight on your solar fifth house. This is a time when pleasure-seeking and creative activities come into focus and grab much of your attention. You are particularly personally charming in a spontaneous, natural way during this solar cycle. This is the time of year when you are ready to perform and to express yourself creatively.

This is a very playful cycle, when you are inspired creatively and emotionally. It's a good time for recreation, romance, connecting with children, and enjoying and performing the arts. Your ego is tied up in your children, romantic relationships, and creative output now, so that you can be especially proud of these people and things. You can also be over-sensitive about these matters if you feel you are not getting enough appreciation.

From October 13th forward:

The Sun illuminates your solar sixth house. During this cycle, you take more pride in the work you do and in your health routines than any other time of the year. You are sorting through the experiences of the last several months, separating the worthwhile from the worthless. This is a good time to build your skills, to get organized, and to attend to your health and wellbeing. It's a great time to make improvements to your regular routines. Your self-esteem and your ego are tied up in the work you do and in the services you give. Details are more important to you now.

It's time to bring order to your life by focusing on the little things that make up the whole. This cycle presents an opportunity to get rid of what doesn't work in your life, while also discovering what does. You could seek distinction and strive towards perfection in your work. Efficiency should be your goal now. Your physical health, as well as the relationship between your body and your mind, are in focus.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort

Venus is retrograde from October 5th to November 16th Venus retrograde in general: As the planet of love and values, Venus retrograde periods are periods during which we re-assess what--and who--we value. It is a period that most astrologers consider inopportune for getting married or starting a new relationship. Major financial undertakings are not advised during this period as well. Venus retrograde cycles are good times for creating budgets and financial plans, and for re-thinking our personal relationships. Old friends and lovers may re-appear, perhaps complicating current relationships. We are called upon to deal with relationship issues from the past. Events occur that seem fated or predestined. It can be a real challenge getting close to a lover during this period of time. Unorthodox, experimental, and non-intimate relationships may be favored. Relationships that have been especially challenging may come to an end during this cycle. However, strong relationships will survive it, even if there are a few bumps and bruises along the way. For singles, this is a good time for "eyes wide open" or experimental dating. It is not a time when people recognize the need for another person to complete them, or some people may be questioning whether they are with partners who actually fulfill them. This period is good for re-evaluating our relationship needs; but, again, major love decisions are best saved for after the cycle ends.This Venus Retrograde cycle occurs in your sixth house of work, health, and habits. In addition to the general cautions outlined above, the social aspect of relationships on the job may be strained for the time being. Do your best not to let people get to you. The desire for warm relations on the job is strong, but the path to satisfaction hard to find. Schedule major beautification processes around this cycle if possible. There can be focus on healing and processing when it comes to health.

With Venus as your ruler, you are especially sensitive to all of the Venus Retrograde issues described above. Venus also rules your work and health sector, and the desire for satisfaction and warm relations on the job is likely strong now but hard to get. This is an excellent period for reworking your finances. Take your time when it comes to major decision making.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Until the 3rd: 

Mercury continues to transit your solar fifth house. Increased communication with children, romantic partners, and people who share the same hobbies as you can occur now. Certainly, you are thinking about these people and about love and romance, child rearing, and/or creative pursuits more than usual. Mental exercises and competitions can be particularly enjoyable now. You express yourself with warmth and creativity, and you have an appreciative "audience" for your ideas now.

From October 3-23: 

Mercury transits your solar sixth house. This is a good placement for Mercury, as it is the natural ruler of the sixth house. It's an excellent period for sorting out the details of your daily existence. You are inclined to make to-do lists, pay bills and sort out clutter, and to do detail work on the job. Health matters are most certainly on your brain as well, and you could be thinking of scheduling check-ups or busy researching ways to improve your health. You may also show a keener interest in improving your basic skills.

Your approach to work during this cycle is pleasant, happy, and logical for the most part, unless you allow worry or scattered energy to enter the picture. You are inclined to want to learn new work skills, or to improve your skills and output in terms of work. There is likely to be more activity, movement, contact, and communications with co-workers now.

You tend to take more interest in organizing your working environment--and this is an excellent time to do so, as you are especially objective and intelligent when it comes to getting a handle on your daily affairs and all of the "little things" that contribute to a feeling of efficiency and competency. Menial tasks become more prominent. Watch, however, for tension or idle chit-chat interfering with your work output during this cycle.

From October 23rd forward: 

Mercury transits your solar seventh house. You tend to weigh the pros and cons of every issue during this cycle, taking into account others' needs as well as your own. Some indecisiveness is possible now, simply because you naturally entertain opposing viewpoints. You have a strong desire to cooperate and communicate with others now. You feel most comfortable spending time with people on a one-to-one level, or with those with whom you share a personal history.

Interestingly, your own thoughts become clearer through dialogue with others during this window. You may be doing public relations work, counseling, negotiating, or arbitration during this cycle. There is a lot of emphasis on communications with partners and best friends at this time. You can use the power of words to advise others or to make peace with people in your life. You are more diplomatic than usual during this transit.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Until the 30th:

Mars continues to animate and energize your solar ninth house. Your energy levels and sense of timing are good during this cycle. You are strong and bold in your beliefs and convictions as well, and others tend to naturally follow your lead. You actively seek out new learning experiences and have a strong desire to set out on new adventures, however big or small. Others find you easy to be around, even inspiring and energizing, and are attracted to your assertiveness and courage.

From October 30th forward:

Mars animates and energizes your solar tenth house. This transit stimulates your ambition and/or your desire to be recognized for your accomplishments. Whether it's professional or personal, you are likely to have an increased desire for others to notice you. This can be a good time to become self-employed or start a business if other factors (and Mars itself) are favorable. Conflicts with those in authority are possible now. You may pour more energy into self-promotion or business/career activities.

Overview Horoscope:

October 2018 Monthly Horoscope Summary for Taurus: Work and health matters are busy this month, dear Taurus, although relationships can be on the tricky side with Venus, your ruler, retrograde in your partnership sector from the 5th forward. This is a time for processing your feelings, and nobody should be pushed into making decisions now. The New Moon on the 8th brings a charge of energy to your sector of work, health, and habits, and you're in a commanding position for fresh new starts in these areas of life, although not everything will get off the ground as planned. Mentally prepare for delays. Mars picks up the pace in your career sector, firing up ambitions, and focusing on your work can be satisfying in October.

There is an increasing focus on partnership and relationship matters this month with quite a bit of activity in your solar seventh house, and personal needs or plans might frequently go to the back burner. This is a natural process, and it's better not to fight it. Honor the important people in your life and play a supportive role. In fact, there can be mutual benefits involved. Complications are likely, and it's probably better to maintain some level of objectivity as you sort through your feelings.

Mars first moved to the top of your solar chart in May, but then turned retrograde and retreated into your solar ninth house. Some plans and projects that have their origins in May and June may have experienced delays or lags, but now you're enjoying the release of blocks, particularly related to travel, education, and career. You are now building up momentum and more wholeheartedly pursuing your career and life path goals. This is a potentially ambitious time when you're ready to step things up and shoot high. With Venus retrograde for most of this transit, however, you should watch for a too-aggressive approach. You can reach great heights but could be missing the mark just a little on a social level. Venus is not helping you in the usual way, and you might want to watch for this, particularly around the 10th and 19th. Venus is helping you on other levels, though -- you're looking back with new eyes, and you can come to a greater understanding of past relationships and projects in the process.

October's general tone is a bit on the serious or introspective side despite the fact that you're in a relationship-focused cycle. This is primarily due to an emphasis on your work and health sector and the retrograde of your ruling planet, Venus. This is not necessarily about lacking confidence, but more about recognizing the need to look within for answers. Questioning your plans is likely--and necessary. A close partner may be distant or hard to read this month, and some disconnects in the love department are possible. These will begin to clear up later in November. For now, try not to push matters (or others). Give them space, and give yourself space as well.

The 15th and 25th are key dates for getting closer to your true feelings about a relationship. Learning new things about a previous relationship can figure strongly. You might gain further insight into an old problem, or reconnect with someone from your past. Set intentions and goals that better reflect these redefined wants and needs, as well as your expectations of others from the 25th. Energies are compelling for a fresh start or turning point.

The Full Moon on the 24th is personal, as it occurs in your sign! Uranus in your sign is involved, pointing to surprises and unexpected impulses. This lunation can bring a sudden revelation, and these can relate to your personal freedoms or attention to a partnership. If you’ve been working on auto-pilot, you might suddenly wonder why you've accepted restrictions and sidelines. Avoid abrupt moves, but listen to your emotions.

New relationships started in October can begin with enthusiasm, but then quickly become complicated. Pour your energy into productive paths. Get started on a new health and fitness routine.

Jupiter is on its last leg of its transit of your partnership sector and before it moves on November 9th, it connects beautifully with Mercury and Chiron, active in the final week of October. You can derive much joy from feeling part of a partnership now, and you could feel enlightened about a friendship or relationship. If you need to forgive and forget, this is a great time to do so.

See our Time Line Forecast report for a personalized forecast for the year ahead.

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Love outlook for the year ahead. Try our Love & Romance Forecast report.

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romantic compatibility reports, including the Synastry and Love Ties reports.

See also general trends for Taurus in 2018.

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