Greetings, Earthlings,
Last week we entered mysterious Scorpio season, and this week brings several significant astrological shifts centered on Scorpio. Expect intensity, introspection, and opportunities for transformation as planetary activity highlights deep feelings, communication, and matters of the heart.
The week begins with a New Moon in Scorpio on Monday. This lunation encourages you to trust your intuition and plant seeds for new beginnings. Whether the focus is a romantic connection, a creative project, or a career move, the New Moon in Scorpio can help you initiate meaningful change. Because this New Moon carries a karmic tone, consider your intentions carefully when making wishes or setting goals.
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Midweek brings shifts from both Mercury and Venus. Mercury in Scorpio turns retrograde on Thursday (coinciding with Halloween), which will slow communications, travel, and technical matters for a few weeks. Use the first half of the week to finalize important correspondence, travel arrangements, or legal paperwork before Mercury begins to retrograde. This period overlaps with the New Moon zone, so you may find yourself both launching new initiatives and tying up loose ends.
On Friday, Venus moves into Sagittarius, adding optimism and adventurous energy to love and finances. Venus in Sagittarius encourages big-picture thinking, taking risks in love, and exploring fresh opportunities. This transit lasts into most of November, and its buoyant influence can bring a sense of luck or expanded possibilities in relationships and money matters.
If you want day-to-day guidance on how these transits affect you, consult the Daily Horoscopes to tailor the astrological shifts to your sign. Overall, the week is busy and potent—make the most of the New Moon and prepare for Mercury retrograde so you can navigate the changes smoothly.
Happy Halloween! Make your New Moon wishes meaningful. Namaste, friends.
Planetary Locations During October 28 – November 3, 2019:
• Sun: Libra (September 23, 2019 – October 23, 2019); Scorpio (October 23, 2019 – November 22, 2019)
• Mercury: Scorpio (October 3 – October 31, 2019); Retrograde in Scorpio (October 31, 2019 – November 20, 2019)
• Venus: Scorpio (October 9 – November 1, 2019); Sagittarius (November 1, 2019 – November 26, 2019)
• Mars: Libra (October 4 – November 18, 2019)
• Jupiter: Sagittarius (Until December 2, 2019)
• Saturn: Capricorn (September 17, 2019 – March 22, 2020)
• Uranus: Taurus (March 6 – August 19, 2021); Retrograde: August 19, 2019 – January 10, 2020
• Neptune: Pisces (Until January 2026)
• Pluto: Capricorn (Until October 12, 2024)
Daily Snapshots for October 28 – November 3, 2019:
Monday, October 28
Sun: Scorpio – Follow your emotional intuition to discover clues for your next success.
Moon: New Moon in Scorpio – A moment for personal rebirth and meaningful transformation.
Tuesday, October 29
Sun: Scorpio
Moon: Sagittarius – Today favors expansive thinking and seeing the bigger picture.
Wednesday, October 30
Sun: Scorpio
Moon: Sagittarius
Transit:
- Mercury in Scorpio conjunct Venus in Scorpio: This harmonious meeting between communication and attraction can bring warm, emotionally resonant messages. It’s an excellent day to share feelings or deliver important news related to love or creativity. Because Mercury goes retrograde soon, use this day to communicate clearly while the momentum is favorable.
Thursday, October 31
Sun: Scorpio
Moon: Sagittarius
Transit:
- Mercury retrograde in Scorpio: Mercury’s retrograde motion often disrupts travel, technology, and paperwork. With Mercury retrograde in sensitive Scorpio, emotions and communication may feel slower or more intense. Try to complete legal matters, finalize travel plans, and back up important files before the retrograde begins. Practical preparations—like maintenance for vehicles—can help avoid avoidable snags during this cycle. Use reflective tools such as a brief tarot spread or personal journaling to stay centered when messages or plans stall.
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Friday, November 1
Sun: Scorpio
Moon: Capricorn – A good day to take charge of a project you want to last or build steadily toward long-term goals.
Saturday, November 2
Sun: Scorpio
Moon: Capricorn
Sunday, November 3
Sun: Scorpio
Moon: Aquarius – Follow inventive impulses and unconventional ideas that surface today.