Weekly Forecast - October 19 – 25, 2025, Kelly M. Beard, 20 October 2025

10/20 • Mercury (ideas, thoughts & concepts) ~conjunct~ Mars (energy, actions & choices):
(1 of 2: SCO-10/20 :: Rx-SAG-11/12)
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Before delving into this energy, I want to share two important points: First, when Mercury is at play, the energy moves swiftly. Second, Mars, your Lower Will compared to Pluto’s Higher Will, reminds us that along with power, comes great responsibility. Now, with that in mind, the positive essence of this energy allows you to steer your mind with passion, yielding tangible outcomes. This sharpens your intellectual prowess and mental capacity, for better or worse. You may find clarity in articulating certain thoughts and you may experience quick, effective responses. When integrity is upheld, it becomes an opportune moment to fuel significant creative expression. However, this energy’s negative manifestation might steer you toward pettiness and needless conflict, engaging in ego-driven dramas, squandering precious time & energy. Furthermore, if this negativity does not originate from within, it is just as possible to encounter it from external sources. It is an optimal period to infuse your thoughts, ideas & words with the passionate energy of Mars and use Mercury’s communicative power to foster creativity and facilitate shifts in consciousness. Their convergence brings about an energy exchange, igniting each other and initiating a new 2-year cycle of creativity.

10/21 • LIBRA New Moon:

The Libra New Moon is an excellent time to set your intentions for restored balance within your own Being, enabling healthier relationships, naturally. Keep in mind that you will always attract your own *Vibrational Match* … so how’s your vibe these days? Inviting & welcoming … or … guarded & suspicious? This is the month to set intentions around conscious equal partnership, whether public or private, short-term or long-term, balance is the key. This is the month to honor The Scales that we must weigh our personal progress against our obvious manifestations in relationships or resources (for better or worse). It’s time to assess the strength & value of each one (one-by-one) and what kind of time, energy & resources you have and are willing to invest further with this person, situation or agreement. Soulful kinship and a sense of belonging are vital for most humans and we need to cultivate that more than ever these days. In our primary partnerships, we can practice renegotiating as we go, at regular intervals, and I highly recommend that you do because it keeps everyone on the same page. We can be part of something without being burdened by it. We can have soulful connections without losing ourselves. We can still love each other even if & when we disagree. It’s time to define your individual terms and start renegotiating with those who matter, while releasing those people, situations or agreements which are no longer relevant or useful.

10/22 • Neptune Rx RE-Enters PISCES (until Jan 26th):

This is the last time for 165-years that Neptune will be at the final degrees, in the final Sign, dissolving the past once and for all. Where the Moon represents the individual womb energy, Neptune represents the collective womb experience on a much higher level. So as a whole, we are all returning to the womb at this time, essentially preparing for (yet another) rebirth. It’s not going to be as tangible as some would prefer, from Neptune comes all things formless but very, very real – subconscious, dreams, magic, music, art, etc. While the ‘womb’ was the Source of nourishment & protection at one time, we annually renew that connection through the Neptune Retro. It’s time to check-in on the relationship between your Spirit and your Human form. Every year, we are supported to renew that which supports us on a spiritual level. It is where you need to return periodically for strength, nourishment & wisdom. The more regularly you are able to do this, the stronger the connection to your Spirit and true Purpose.

Neptune is Retrograde until Dec 10th and its primary goal during this process is to gently dissolve personal boundaries and remind you that you are an Eternal Spirit in a Temporary Form. You start to realize that you are connected to the whole. Not a bad idea, but to some, it can be unsettling if they are rigidly holding onto the boundaries of a false sense of security. Where you might pursue your dreams & visions when it’s Direct, when it’s Retrograding, be creative, read, write, sing, dance – in private – for your own pure joy & delight, as well as for cleansing, healing & releasing purposes. In addition to dreaming for the community, dream for your deepest SoulSelf as well. Connect to that original intent; that original person you were born to be, before you were imprinted by your family, culture or environment. Original Intent. When you can, over the next 2-months, take some time to get back to your Center and renew your connection to Great Spirit as well.

10/24 • Sun (illumination & clarity) ~square~ Pluto (death, rebirth & transformation):

This is a challenge to grow out of your comfort zone and into new territory. That said, with Pluto in Aquarius (2024-2044), twice a year for the next 20-years, when the Sun is in Taurus (Late Spring) and Scorpio (Late Fall), we will get an opportunity to grow & change in the self-value/self-worth departments, as well as our individuality within the community where we make our unique contribution. Pluto is transforming all of that and we are only at the beginning of a *process* of personal evolution that is great to co-create with bi-annually (twice a year). In this case, and during these years, we are literally changing how we do ALL of this. 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 & 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.

10/24 • Mercury (learning & mind) ~trine~ Jupiter (education & consciousness):
(1 of 3: 10/24 :: 11/22 :: 12/6)

This energetic phase offers a splendid opportunity to broaden your horizons, delve into new learning endeavors or enroll in a class or workshop. It is a moment to lay the groundwork for future plans and begin organizing your aspirations. However, you might find yourself feeling less tethered to discipline and more drawn to creative impulses. While this creative surge at the outset is beneficial, eventually, focus and discipline becomes essential to anchor your blossoming ideas, thoughts or concepts into reality. If you remain self-aware, awake & attentive, you will be able to naturally discern, see and seize the opportunities as they present themselves. What might seem like luck is truly a reflection of your inner alignment with the universal forces, your presence within your own body, a positive mindset, and, ultimately, trust in your own instincts. Remember, it’s about practice; perfection is not the goal. Cultivating optimism and perceiving opportunities in every experience act as magnets for positivity while naturally repelling negativity, steering you toward your desired destination. Seize this auspicious energy to forge connections that align with your current aspirations and intentions in life.

10/25 • Mercury (ideas & thinking) ~trine~ Saturn (structure & organization):
(1 of 3: 10/25 :: 11/22 :: 12/7)

This energy is good for deep thinking. You are sharp and your standards are high because you are in ‘strategy mode’. This is a more solitary energy though, so communications with others may be hampered a bit because it is time for you to hold your own, at some new level. It’s time to focus on the details that hold the big dream together, all the little things that make the grand vision work. Some respect that attention to detail while others may consider it nit-picky but it is what the energy supports at this time so don’t worry if others don’t understand. By the same token, you may also feel a little overwhelmed by the many “little things” that cannot be denied or delayed and thus a sense of urgency to get it all done. Beware of a tendency toward pessimism, depression or overwhelm. Try to stay focused on all the blessings that you do have and all that you have accomplished instead of what’s still on the list of things to do (in life). This energy is not intended to make you feel bad about all the things left yet to do, but encourage you to begin the necessary steps for manifesting your dreams. This energy just makes you focus on the practical side of manifesting. Clear the debris, and begin to lay a new, clean, solid foundation beneath your goals. Saturn gets you present to the necessary steps and Mercury helps you think clearly.

Be sure to review the Relevant Reflections & Upcoming Events in the October Monthly Missive and know that you can often find all the links that I discuss in my forecast, on my blog anytime you are looking for something specific.

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