​Weekly Forecast: October 15 – 21, 2023, Kelly M. Beard, 17 October 2023

10/17  ::  Juno Enters VIRGO (until 8.9.2024):

Juno, the Divine Consort, rules your most important relationships and what you are deeply committed to. As she moves through Virgo, we begin to analyze the health & viability of our current relationships, especially the intimate ones. This energy makes you want to work on your self and your relationships in a focused way. If you are focused on Self, then you can use this energy for healing & wholeness. If you are focused on your relationships, then be mindful of the fine line between being critical & judgmental and being observant & discerning. It takes Juno 4-5 years to make it back to Virgo, so it is good for committing to your own well-being and overall health in a way that makes you stronger for the partnerships & collaborations that you want to have in your life. If you are in long-term relationships already, then this is a good time to do any healing or integration so that they function more efficiently for all involved.

Note that Juno is going to linger in Virgo for a total of 10-months reworking this House/Area of Life for you. This means that she will challenge your Gemini/Sag to grow out of comfort zone and into new territory, while asking you to integrate something in your Pisces Dept to accommodate this Rebirth in the Virgo Department. This will start with a recalibration of boundaries with you and those closest to you. As you change, those around you have to change or go away, it is the Natural Law. This long in Virgo upgrades certain systems for living, and in this case, we are talking your most intimate partnerships. They are getting an upgrade to their functionality – do they work and if not, how to fix them or release them altogether.
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Enters VIRGO  =  Oct 17, 2023
Retro = 21* VIRGO  =  Jan 12, 2024
Direct = 6* VIRGO  =  April 21, 2024
Enters LIBRA  =  Aug 9, 2024

10/20  ::  Mercury (communication & self-expression) ~conjunct~ Sun (core essential Self & Source energy):

This energy will compel you to express yourself on many levels. Communication will be a focus, just make sure that it is reciprocated. What I mean is two-way communication and exchange of ideas. As you initiate this new cycle of self-expression, you will have access to some powerful energy that can (and probably will) help you make a difference or an impression on others (if you need to). This is also a good time to travel, if possible. However, if not physically, then mentally (through visualization) or within your own area (locally), because when you explore new directions, you often discover something new. This energy opens you up to a download of more information than usual so pay attention! If you are solid and organized, you may even gain some much-deserved recognition from others that you have earned through your own individual efforts.

10/20  ::  Mercury (ideas, thoughts & concepts) ~square~ Pluto (rebirth & transformation):

This energy is a tough, yet powerful one. Its Highest expression would be to focus on your inner deep-dig, the discovery, development & transformation of your own mind & consciousness that happens when these two get together and we are challenged to grow out of comfort zone and into new territory. It enables you to look beneath the surface to some core drives and gain some valuable insights and thus, choose a plan of action based on your findings. You will want to know all the hidden meanings behind decisions you’ve made or want to make soon. Dig deep – you will find more than you think you’re ready for, but apparently the Universe thinks differently! Pay attention and try not to worry about what anyone else thinks or believes. This energy’s flip-side is to make you obsess over one particular idea or try to force others to your way of thinking. That is a bottomless pit – you cannot truly change the way other people think – you can only change the way you think and hope it enlightens others along the way … and it will, for those who are tuned in to your frequency and level of consciousness. Mercury is a personal planet, so try to only focus on you and your direction.

10/21  ::  Sun (illumination) ~square~ Pluto (transformation):

This is a challenge to grow out of your comfort zone and into new territory. That said, with Pluto in Capricorn (2008-2024), twice a year for these 16-years, when the Sun is in Aries (Spring) and Libra (Fall), we get an opportunity to grow & change in the fundamental departments of life: self vs other and home vs work. In this case, and during these years, we are literally changing how we do ALL of this. Each year builds on the previous and we are now 15-years into the 16-year process of transformation – which is an incredibly potent point in time & space. It is here that you have the most information to consciously work with as you prepare for the final year, and ultimately, what you would like to get out of your conscious efforts and dedication. Sun helps us clarify and when working with Pluto, it is usually what is NOT working, what has run its course and is ready to be composted into new Life, new growth and a new direction (for Self). Pluto is the Purifier, distilling things back to their true and original essence, fight that and it can be painful, work with it consciously and it can be transformative and will heal at the deepest root of any challenge. You can use this activation to honor that which has become obvious, or is highlighted in the here & now and purge or purify this energy. You are deeply supported for releasing old patterns and setting new conscious practices into action. Tie up any loose ends, close multiple chapters, mourn if you must and move on. As you do that, you will feel lighter & brighter and more grounded in your true Self, your evolved Self.

10/21  ::  Venus (socialize) ~trine~ Jupiter (optimism & travel):

This is usually a pleasant energy, although short-lived. This is a good time to enjoy some kind of social activity. No pressure – just easy, laid-back fun. It can make you prone to laziness or excess, but only if you’re already prone to that. Otherwise, if you are typically busy and constantly on the go, this energy actually gives you permission to kick back a little and release the usual pressures to produce. Take some time out to “smell the roses” or at least reflect on all that you have accomplished and give your Self due credit for coming this far. This is a good time to travel, go on a vacation or take a short trip. This energy tends to bring forth earned blessings. Take a moment to give thanks to the powers that be which brought you to this point!

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