Full Moon to New Moon: October 6th - 20th - by astrologer Kelsey Bednar

Aries Full Moon

On Monday, October 6th, we’ll see a Full Moon in the sign of Aries (at 14 degrees for those of you familiar with your birth chart). Though this is a Fire sign moon, I don’t think it will carry quite the same intensity or gravity as the September eclipses. And I, for one, am grateful for that.

Remember that Full Moons are a time of culmination, and an Aries Full Moon specifically favors bold action. If there’s an obstacle you’re facing, you may now discover a way around it (or perhaps punch right through it, in true Aries fashion!) If there’s someone you need to clear the air with, set up a time to talk. If you feel drained or stagnant in some area of life, close the door on the thing that’s not serving you. If you’re fed up with all the shittiness in the world, start thinking of ways you can combat it. It’s important to follow your instinctual knowing, embrace independence, and practice self-direction. At an Aries moon, there’s no waiting for someone’s permission to change X, Y, or Z…See, choose, and DO! 

Mercury in Scorpio

Also on October 6th, the planet Mercury leaves Libra and enters Scorpio, where it stays through mid-December. Mercury is symbolically tied to thinking and communication. When we consider those themes on a Scorpio backdrop, it means we are likely to have more in-depth, penetrating conversations during this period. We might be able to communicate challenging emotions and discuss taboo topics. Our intuition is stronger now, and we’re more likely to pick up on non-verbal cues. It’s like having your mind in detective mode.

And while all those things I just mentioned are awesome possibilities, we must also be mindful. The shadow side of Scorpio is fear. With Mercury in Scorpio, there is a potential for our perceptions to be warped by fear, causing us to speak or act in ways that could be counterproductive/detrimental. If you find yourself feeling really afraid, it’s completely understandable. Share that with a trusted loved one or therapist so that it doesn’t overwhelm you. 

Venus in Libra, Jupiter-Sun square

On October 14th, the planet Venus enters the sign of Libra, where it is VERY happy! With both the Sun and Venus in Libra through October 22nd, the vibes are all about beauty, pleasure, and connection. Wear clothes or accessories that make you feel fabulous and chic. Beautify your spaces. Block off a few hours in your calendar so that you can do anything you feel like. Meet up with your fellow witches for some fun. Have a date night. Center anything that makes you feel happy and fulfilled. 

One thing to note is that Jupiter is also prominent during these few days. And when Jupiter interacts with planets in Libra, it can make you want to spend $$. Especially on creature comforts or things that give you a sense of security. So while I would normally give the green light to any and all Libra splurges, you mayyyy want to think carefully about big purchases to make sure you won’t regret it later. 

Mercury-Mars meetup

And last but not least, we have a Mercury-Mars meetup in the sky. It will be active between October 15th and 22nd. When these two planets come together in an intense sign like Scorpio, it’s an awesome time for debate, but there’s potential for fightin’ words! Your tongue may be sharp, your points cutting. You also might find yourself on the receiving end of something like that. If it’s you feeling tempted to verbally eviscerate someone, try writing out or recording what you want to say before the actual conversation. This may help you hear how your words sound and allow you to make “edits” so your conversation is more productive and less attacking. If someone else comes at you with a zinger, try to remember not to take it too personally. I’m not suggesting you brush it off if someone’s upset with you - I’m saying to focus on resolving the problem rather than spiraling out about the force of their words.