This is a monthly horoscope, which is correlated to the lunar cycle. It starts on October 14, 2023 and ends on November 13, 2023.

We finally quit hesitating, over-thinking, holding back, and waiting on other people. As a result, we then start to take more effective action to put our lives in a new and better place — something we have been trying to do for many years — in a way that resonates more with our values, is more secure, and is easier and less stressful.

Explore this lunar month’s four major moon phases below.

Solar Eclipse in Libra

Releasing hesitation

October 14-21, 2023

We are still hesitating and holding back from doing the things in life that we desire. We are also still over-thinking things and relying too much others. However, we begin to realize more and more that we need to kick these unhelpful tendencies. As a result, we start to adopt a new perspective that encourages quicker and more effective action. We also begin to communicate about the things we would like to.

First Quarter in Capricorn

Acting on things we have been neglecting

October 21-28, 2023

We are still a little scared to act in a new way that is more direct and assertive. However, we commit to overcoming the fear — and do it anyways. We then initiate a bunch of big endings and beginnings that we have been working towards for quite some time.

Mercury enters Scorpio (Oct. 22, 2023)
Sun enters Scorpio (Oct. 23, 2023)

Lunar Eclipse in Taurus

Fulfilling long-held desires

October 28-November 5, 2023

We continue to make changes in our lives and assert ourselves more boldly. It could feel tense or create conflicts. However, I don’t think we mind. We push forward doing what needs to be done, even if it means ending things. As a result, better results and circumstances manifest.

Saturn direct in Pisces (Nov. 4, 2023)

Third Quarter in Leo

Adjusting to new experiences

November 5-13, 2023

We have recently made some positive changes. However, so much has changed that we now feel a bit overwhelmed, sad, and disoriented, unsure of who we are now and our next steps. Meanwhile, more things continue to change in our situation as a result of our past actions, making us anxious.

Venus enters Libra (Nov. 8, 2023)
Mercury enters Sagittarius (Nov. 10, 2023)

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It is hard to act if we are not well-rested. It is hard to rest if we don’t feel we have done enough. This month, we learn to balance rest and action in a way that helps us to pursue meaningful change in our lives.

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Planetary Guide

Venus

The Lover

Venus rules the sign of Libra, and therefore holds extra importance for this lunar month. It represents love, relationships, beauty, and harmony. It governs our capacity for affection, our aesthetic sensibilities, and our ability to form balanced and harmonious connections with others.

Questions for Reflection

You can answer these questions to yourself, in your journal, or in the comment section.

1. What in your life have you been hesitating to do, holding back on doing, over-thinking, or caring too much about what other people think for quite some time? List whatever comes to mind.
2. What would you like the best ultimate outcome of these situations you listed above to be? Let yourself think big picture and dream.
3. What needs to be done in the situations you have listed above in order to get them moving in a better direction? It may help to list action steps for each situation.
4. What are you afraid of happening if you were to take these actions? Are you afraid you won’t have enough money? Are you afraid you will upset someone else and get into an argument? Write whatever comes to mind.
5. How can you manage or overcome these fears keeping you from doing what needs to be done? This can be a mantra or ritual you perform to keep you on track.
6. After your have initiated these actions, what self-care activities can you engage in to help you remain calm and get more comfortable with a new experience? This can be an activity that is restful, spiritual, creative, or just puts you at ease.