**YOUR OCTOBER ASTROLOGY FORECAST!**

** Illumination! **

“Confront the dark parts of yourself, and work to banish them with illumination and forgiveness. Your willingness to wrestle with your demons will cause your angels to sing!” - A. Wilson

Uncovering. Digging deep. Exploring the shadows. Reflecting on hidden issues with an eye toward greater enlightenment. These are the themes for October as we illuminate life areas that have previously been lurking in the dark. This is the month to look within: to ask questions of ourselves, our feelings and behavior, in order to better understand what really makes us tick. Until you come to truly know yourself, you will never be able to realize all that you can do!

Self discovery and personal enlightenment starts with greater reflection of who we are, what we're about and what we want to create in this life. Consider this: How do you define yourself? What are you here to do? What do you need to develop to get there? What is preventing you from fully realizing that goal? This is the month to answer these questions, and to apply the answers to your life. But whatever you find – no matter your fears, pains or personal darkness – remember that YOU are a beautiful, brilliant and unique spirit who is meant to live an amazing life. Don't let anything stop YOU!

October unleashes determination to uncover areas of our lives that we'd rather not deal with. It's a time for unmasking our emotional blockages, fears, anxieties, compulsions and hangups. With a big wave of Scorpio energy flooding our personal barricades this month, much can be broken down and brought to light. Accentuated by a Full Moon in Aries, a new Moon in Scorpio, Mars moving into Libra and Mercury going Retrograde, we are encouraged to dig deep, unearthing our subconscious and discovering the answers to our personal and global concerns.

What Astrological energies can be utilized for YOUR personal advancement, fulfillment and life-success this month? Here's your Motivational Astrology forecast for October:

3 October: Mercury goes into Scorpio – Deeper Understanding! In the weeks ahead we're given more power to make positive changes in the way we think, perceive life and express ourselves. We can now get to the bottom of important issues as our investigative skills are sharper and our analytical abilities more precise. This time is advantageous for in-depth study or researching projects, while using intuitive energy to solve problems. We can better understand the motivations of ourselves and others, while transformation of our thoughts and interactions is highlighted. This is a great time to declutter the mind of any self-sabatogizing influences, focusing on changing negative mental habits to positive ones and getting to the heart of any matter. Consider now what you can improve when it comes to how you think and communicate.

3 October (2 Oct in U.S.A): Pluto in Capricorn goes Direct – Reconstructive Energy! As the planet representing transformation moves forward from its Retrograde crawl in Capricorn, we too can embrace greater advancement when it comes to making serious changes in our lives and our world. Pluto, our outer-most planet representing rebirth, metamorphosis, renewal and reconstruction, urges us to “get real” – and in the sober sign of Capricorn, we can move ahead in making serious changes to our lives and our world. This is the time to reexamine important issues and bring our concerns to light. Additionally, the overall theme of this cycle is uncovering the misuse of power and authority to enable change for the better. It represents a major time of rediscovery, review and reconsideration that brings transformation to our society, government, world order and Mother Earth. It also pushes us to think about the changes we want to make to our belief structures and our power as individuals and as citizens of the world. Pluto will continue to be in Capricorn until 24 March 2023.

4 October (3 Oct in U.S.A): Mars goes into Libra – Balanced Assertiveness! As the planet ruling aggression, brashness and defiance moves into the harmonious and fair-minded sign of Libra, we begin a new 7 week cycle which focuses on the need for more harmony, compromise and balance in our world. Relationships and affirmative interactions are emphasized, hand-in-hand with the need to express more diplomacy and cooperation for further peace all around. By initiating positive change at this time we bring immense healing and spiritual empowerment to ourselves and all those on Earth. We are called now to seek level-headed and kinder-hearted dealings in all that we do.

9 October (8 Oct in U.S.A.): Venus goes into Scorpio – The Power of Love! With the planet ruling love, attraction and relationships moving into this intense Scorpio sign, our passions become pronounced, perceptive and provocative. We can now experience a true body-mind-soul connection with those we love as well as attracting to us more karmic kinships. This can also be a powerful time of emotions and expression of affections. We can become consumed with love, wanting it to transform or transcend our everyday lives though our deep feelings. Be mindful of possessiveness, jealously and “all-or-nothing-at-all” behaviour and compulsions. This is a time for honouring our passions and the power of beauty and love within you!

14 October (13 Oct in U.S.A): Full Moon in Aries – Courageous Action! This fully charged lumination shines a bright light on our need for independence, liberation and positive change! With an Aries Full Moon, our sense of self identity is magnified, so our need for assertive energy and emotional freedom is strongly emphasized. We feel the urge for positive change, pushing past boundaries, both inner and outer, to better discover our true dynamic selves! As with all Full Moons we are encouraged to consider what we need to let go of in order for our true power and passion to emerge.

24 October (23 Oct in U.S.A): Sun into Scorpio – A Light in the Dark! As the Sun shifts from harmonious Libra into passionate Scorpio, a new cycle of a transformation unfolds, bringing greater depth, intimacy and emotional awareness to our lives! For the next 4 weeks we are encouraged to tap into our perceptive and investigative abilities, helping us to uncover and embrace greater inner fortitude, resilience and power. Allow this time to shed a light on the hidden issues that concern you and illuminate areas of life that require insightful solutions for greater success. Take this opportunity to look within and overcome issues that have caused restriction in your life. By initiating positive change now, we bring immense healing and powerful energy into our lives and into the lives of others. This is your reminder that you are the Light in the Dark – keep shining your inner sparkle!

28 October (27 Oct in U.S.A.): New Moon in Scorpio – Summon Your Power! This New Lunar Light activates our ability to tap into our deepest feelings, stimulating consciousness that assists in transforming our lives! In the sign of Scorpio, our inner workings, intuitive sense, healing powers and aspiring desires are all accentuated! In acknowledging this empowering Lunar cycle, positive energies are summoned - signaling new beginnings for us all! Use this celestial prime time for renewal, rejuvenation and resurgence! This is your invitation to open the door to deeper intuitive, creative and meditative opportunities, while tapping into sacred spiritual and metaphysical awareness. Go ahead: put forth your intentions and conjure your dreams! Don't be afraid of the dark - use its energies to manifest greater light!

31 October: Mercury in Scorpio goes Retrograde – Dig a Little Deeper! As the planet ruling communication and interactions starts to move backward, we are urged for the next 3 weeks to re-address the hidden issues of our lives. Although not a good time to embark on new projects, plans or procedures, this is an advantageous period for research, review, reworking and reconsidering the deeper concerns of our world in order to bring to light hidden or secret issues. This is a time of uncovering, analyzing and transforming ways of thinking, feeling and intuitive awareness. Information revealed at this time can help to solve problems, with greater understanding of the motivation of others. Use this energy to uncover truer knowledge of who you are, then implement your new awareness when Mercury goes Direct on 20 November. As with all Mercury Retrograde periods, it’s best to double-check details, reconfirm arrangements, take care in travel, and be patient as change is more likely!

The Outer Planets stay in a sign for a longer period of time, so their effect on us is more gradual, but significant none the less. Here they are in their current positions:

Mars in Libra: With the planet of energy and activity advancing through the sign of balance, equality and relationships, we begin a new 7 week cycle which focuses on the need for more harmony, compromise and balance in our world. Partnerships and affirmative interactions are emphasized, hand-in-hand with the need to express more diplomacy and cooperation for further peace all around. By initiating positive change at this time we bring immense healing and spiritual empowerment to ourselves and all those on Earth. We are called now to seek level-headed and kinder-hearted dealings in all that we do. Mars will be in Libra until 19 November 2019.

Jupiter is in Sagittarius: As the planet representing expansion and opportunity continues its motion though the energetic and optimistic sign of Sagittarius, we are more concerned with the bigger issues of life – the things we value, our moral obligations, our religious, philosophical and psychological directions and our true beliefs. This is a time when we are being urged to acknowledge and identify with others on a more universal and global level. Opening our hearts and minds to becoming more accepting of the differences in this world can help bring us together now. This is a time when areas of our lives that need revision and reevaluation can come into focus – especially issues surrounding extravagance, hubris, self-pride, arrogance and ego. This energy can be a favourable time for improving our outlook on abundance, “wealth” and what we hold in high regard - mentally, physically, emotionally and spiritually. Use this opportunity to bring to light the truth in areas of prosperity, wisdom and self worth. Jupiter will be in Sagittarius until December 2019.

Saturn is in Capricorn: As the planet representing responsibility, maturity and structure continues its travels through its ruling sign of Capricorn, we're encouraged to focus on the practicalities of life. Highlighted now are issues of efficiency, realism, creating and restoring order, rebuilding faulty structures and conserving our resources. Rewards come to those who put in the efforts that merit achievements – and to those who show thoughtful concern, patience and perseverance in their undertakings. Saturn is a teacher – helping us to grow through past mistakes, failures and hardships. By using the knowledge that we gain from these experiences, we can acquire greater wisdom, self awareness, patience and finally, advancement. Saturn in Capricorn focuses on righting the wrongs around us, ushering in a new era of ethical concerns and rewarding sincerity, integrity and authenticity. This can be the time when your hard work, efforts and dreams finally pay off! Saturn will be in the sign of Capricorn until n 18 January 2021.

Uranus is Retrograde in Taurus: The planet signifying change, revolution and innovation is Retrograding through the sign representing its opposite – stability, assurance and safeguarding! For the next 7 years this unusual pairing signifies liberation from the customary way of doing things in favor of new methods and inventive techniques. Also, as Taurus rules our personal values, creativity, material goods, finances, food and general enjoyment, we will see new innovations in these areas. Uranus will seek to shift the security-conscious/money-minded principles of the Bull by remodeling the way we handle our resources, material wealth and investment interests. We can expect a new wave of economic innovation helping us to focus on being more authentic and practical in our approach to things. Shifting themes of how we view stability will certainly be highlighting our future, so expect change and be ready to adapt rather than fighting to hang onto the old ways! Remember: Change equals opportunity! Uranus will go Direct in Taurus on 12 August and will be in this sign until 7 July 2025.

Neptune is Retrograde in Pisces: The planet ruling dreams and creativity continues its Retrograde motion through its ruling sign of Pisces, encouraging us to honour more of our spiritual awareness, artistic inspiration and intuitive insight! Greater appreciation for the beauty around us as well as within us is also emphasized. We are urged to feel and express greater “we-are-all-one” compassion toward ourselves and others - along with further sympathetic understanding and involvement with humanitarian endeavours. Neptune will be going Retrograde until 26 November 2019. During this “backward” cycle we are urged to readdress all the above issues and re-evaluate how we plan to manifest our hopes and dreams. Greater focus on our faith, spirituality and need for understanding is highlighted! Neptune will be in Pisces until 31 March 2025.

Pluto is in Capricorn: As the planet of Transformation continues its travels through the sober sign of Capricorn, we reexamine serious issues and concerns regarding the positive changes we would like to make to ourselves and our world. The overall theme of this cycle is uncovering the misuse of power and authority to enable change for the better. It represents a major time of rediscovery, review and reconsideration that brings transformation to our society, government, world order and Mother Earth. It also pushes us to think about the changes we want to make to our belief structures and our power as individuals and as citizens of the world. Pluto will continue to be in Capricorn until 24 March 2023.

Chiron is in Aries: As the “wounded healer” moves through the independent, assertive and aggressive fire sign of Aries, we'll have greater opportunity to overcome personal obstacles, discover new strength, healing and further self confidence. This can represent a time of transformation in body, mind and soul. As we surmount challenges, we find greater empowerment, advancing our unique spirits while manifesting more of our dreams.

Blessings to You and Yours for a Eye-Opening October! You are Loved and Appreciated!

With Warmth, Heart and StarLight,
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-GiGi Sosnoski
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