As within, so without: Making the most of your realities

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Astro-Forecast for October 2013


Happy October everyone!

As we continue with the turning of the wheel and find ourselves in the fall season, the stars have an appropriate energy to match the feel and mood of autumn. There is a lot going on this month, but the predominant energy of the month revolves around 2 characters: Mercury and Saturn. Why? Well, Mercury seems to be dancing around Saturn this month and will spend most of the month hanging out with the ‘cool’ guy on the other side of the asteroid belt.

Well, what does this matter to us? Of all the planets, we are in large part a very mercurial society. Much of our experience of life is based on our thoughts, communication and perception, all of which are expressions of Mercury’s energy in our lives. Mercury is very active and outgoing as a general rule is in function but when he hangs around Saturn (who is essentially his mental opposite), he takes the time to slow down and examine himself and the world around him.

This month is really a good time to deal with both your inner and outer worlds. One of Saturn’s gifts is patience and discernment. Along with Mercury, he can help to cut away the underbrush and get to the heart of any matter you wish. With that said, this is a good time for studying and learning. Perhaps the best expression of this energy (until the 21st) is to take a good and deep look at the state of your resources (i.e. your money, your home, your car, etc). Are you living your life in such a way that your resources are sufficient to sustain you and allow some room for joy?

The undertone of Scorpio’s energy (both Mercury and Saturn are in Scorpio) can help you to organize, plan and create an outer life that supports you to a greater extent.  Of all the signs, Scorpio is perhaps one of the most efficient and effective signs of dealing with money and resources and so I encourage you to take advantage of the insight that you can glean from this pairing of planets. I will warn you though that this energy may have you thinking of efficiency and of cutting back costs. Instead, I’m going to encourage you to aim for making more money and see where that takes you. Now the plans you make don’t just have to do with now, either. This is a good time to set up whatever sort of investment or plan that will support you in the future as well. Both Scorpio and Saturn care about security, and as the sign of death (Scorpio) and the old man of the zodiac (Saturn), I don’t really blame them. Pensions just aren’t what they used to be these days. I don’t know about you guys, but I definitely plan on at least seeing my Uranus return (happens around 84 years of age) and I would like to be well taken care of at that point.

So why exactly does Mercury spend basically all of the month hanging around Saturn?

And here comes those dreaded 2 words that have you cringing: Mercury Retrograde. Yes, Mercury does indeed go Retrograde on the 21st. Now, all this really tells us is to take the outward expression of energy that we applied to our external reality and turn it inward. Examine yourself, your ideas and beliefs very deeply. On the 18th, we have a lunar eclipse in the sign of Taurus which is emphasizing this turning inward and also examining our attachments.  Just as I described above though, Saturn has a tendency to minimize things and so I warn you not to minimize yourself or your importance. Humility is great, but there’s a fine line between humility and self-degradation and so I strongly encourage you to be discerning about whatever weakness you have but regard yourself as a king or queen who is looking to regain the crown. You always have been and you always will be royalty in the eyes of the universe, so treat yourself with the same respect that you are accorded.

One of the universal teachings is ‘As above, so below.’ The corresponding energy to that is ‘As within, so without.’ This month is very much a reflection of that and so I encourage you to take a deep look at your inner and outer worlds this month (with the appropriate timing). Start on your outer world while Mercury is still his normal, charming self and as he turns to retrograde movement, allow your focus to turn inward. With the lunar eclipse and other events, there will definitely be more info to come later on so stay tuned here or on Facebook to get that information.

May you work your inner and outer realities to their highest potential!

Aleks
 
And don’t forget to read below for more information based on your zodiac and/or rising sign!
Pictured above: Hermes the God associated with Mercury

Aries

Well Aries, this month is all about your resources and how you accumulate and use them. This is a good month to ponder on how much you make, can you make more and how can you best utilize your money (which is energy) for yourself. With Mars moving into your sixth house half-way through the month, you may want to consider what you can do to advance yourself and create a stronger foundation. Carefully discern what opportunities you have available to you to further yourself and actively look for opportunities that you may have missed. Either way, there is growth to be had but it requires you to look into avenues and means that you have not previously considered or have remained hidden or obscure.

Taurus

Taurus, there’s a lot of activity happening in the relationship sector of your chart. With both Mercury and Venus in the seventh house, this is an ideal time to work on any relationships that need fine-tuning. You’ll be able to communicate softly but effectively with all of the important people in your life, especially your partner. This is also a good month for you if you are looking to do any work with the public, need to convince people of something, or if you have to make speeches or presentations of some sort. You’ve got an attentive audience Taurus, so make those words count! Mercury and Venus will help you to lay on the charm so where your words fail, your personal aura and charisma will help win others over too.

Gemini

Gemini, is it possible? Do you actually want to exercise and improve your health this month? Mercury and Venus in your sixth house suggest that this is a good time to improve your health habits and that ranges from food, to exercise to sleep and everything in between. Take care of your temple (body) this month Gemini and persevere with the positive changes you make. One thing to consider (with Mars in your fourth house in the second half of the month) is how your familial relationships affect your stress levels and your health. Another warning that Mars is asking you to consider is the genetic and inherited traits and predispositions that create illness in your life. Does your mother have arthritis? Are you on the road to taking that on as well or are you working to correct that energy in your life and in your body? Think on your long-term health as well as your immediate goals and get to work Gemini. It really will pay off in the long run.

Cancer

Cancer, what motivates you? What interests you? What ignites your passion and who do you want to share that passion with? These are questions that are being asked of you this month. Mercury and Venus in your fifth house are reminding you that you need to enjoy life and have fun! Is it art that you enjoy? Perhaps there’s a class that you’ve been dying to take or maybe you want to indulge in your love for baking and make delicious cupcakes. Remember Cancer that indulging in these activities will nourish your soul and help you to do what you love most; care for others. Have a blast this month Cancer, you most certainly deserve it!

Leo

Leo, this month is about taking care of home. With Mercury and Venus in your fourth house for a good part of the month, this is an ideal time to smooth out family relationships, celebrate and plan get-togethers as a family, make future plans in regards to your family life and to make steps towards purchasing your own place or redecorating or even just giving it a good deep cleaning. Remember Leo, that without your home and family (your pride) life becomes duller so take care of your kingdom this month. Make your home the place of your dreams, Leo as it will forever take care of you.

Virgo

Virgo, your mind is more active than usual this month! Thoughts, ideas, plans and concepts seem to be swirling in constant vortex this month. You’re also a little more eager to please others this month and between the high mental activity and the activity of attempting to make others happy, you may find yourself a little drained this month. Meditation or a good bath with lavender salts or oil will help soothe all of that stress and help slow the mind down to a coherent pace. Make sure you also are honored in your dealings with others as you may let them walk all over you this month. Think service, not servitude.
Pictured above: Cronos, the God associated with Saturn

Libra

Libra, take time this month to enjoy all of the pleasures that the physical world has to offer. Your ruler, Venus work her magic through loving others with you, however this month she’s asking you to indulge and enjoy what the world has to offer. The taste of good food, the feel of soft healthy skin on luxurious clothing, a good massage, visual delights – there are so many things of the world that can bring us pleasure Libra, remember that your happiness is not always dependent on others.

Scorpio

Scorpio, this month is all about your personal development. You’re celebrating your birthday this month (or next) and so it’s time to look at who you are, who you want to be and how to bridge that gap (if there is one). As your birthday rolls around, look at the company you are surrounded by, review your accomplishments in the past year and determine what joys you wish to have as you make this trip around the sun. Remember Scorpio, wishes really do come true!

Sagittarius

Sagittarius, you get a chance to really see and understand what makes you tick this month. While you normally tend to be an open and authentic person, this month will show you those aspects of yourself that are not as open and can in fact be deceitful. All of those pesky thoughts that you swat away here and there demand to be in the forefront this month and believe it or not, it’s a good thing Sagittarius. Denying your negativity only makes it stronger, so confront it this month and learn where it originates so that you can clear it from your system.  Any kind of healing that helps to remove processed thoughts and emotions would be good this month, Etheric surgery, an Isis healing or any other form of emotional healing would really help you in this process Sagittarius.

Capricorn

Capricorn, how can you help the world? What gifts, abilities and insights do you have that can serve others in a real way? The truth is that you have a great deal to contribute to the world and this month would be an ideal time to step up and show others what you have to share. With your practical insight, ability to persevere and drive to accomplish your goals, any project or any group of people you work with will be very lucky to know your influence.  From volunteer positions to group discussion to going out and getting your hands dirty, you have any number of ways to leave your imprint on the world. The question is: are you going to do it?

Aquarius

Aquarius, your eyes are generally affixed to the future and this month is no different for you, however instead of dreaming what the future may bring, your concern is what you will bring to the future and what do you want to create in your future? This is a time of contemplation this month Aquarius. What skills and qualities as a person do you want to grow and develop and how will they shape your future? This month will help you to achieve a clearer vision of what you want in your future and how you can make it happen. Take some time to jot down and develop the visions that come to mind so that you can work the magic to make it happen.

Pisces

Pisces, this is a month to develop your philosophy and awaken the gifts that will bring that philosophy to life. Now some of you Pisces out there may not think that you have any particular spiritual gifts to bring to the table. While you are generally known as empathic (a gift of its own), you have other abilities that you can awaken and develop this month. Get a Life Activation to awaken all of those abilities and from there you can begin practicing or take classes to work with the abilities that are innate within you. Give Astral Travel a shot, or perhaps you hold a strong connection with crystals and would like to learn how to heal. You have many avenues available to you and this is the ideal time to develop those abilities you’ve always been reluctant to admit you have. So get out there Pisces and use your gifts for good!
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