Monthly Horoscope: Sagittarius, October 2021

You’re reconnecting with old friends and acquaintances as Mercury retrogrades in Libra, so some folks from your past might appear to help you create the future you’re envisioning. Intense conversations take place on October 1 as Mercury clashes with Pluto in Capricorn. You may be thinking back to September 22, and important considerations about how you want to invest your time, money, and energy take place. Venus in Scorpio connects with Pluto on October 2, urging you to trust your intuition as you navigate these questions. You’re thinking back to September 20 as Mercury connects with Jupiter in Aquarius on October 3: Opportunities and ideas are reconsidered and reworked.

You may be entering a new social circle on October 6 with the new moon in Libra. This is a powerful new moon for making wishes, and you have plenty of those, Sag! While Mercury retrograde often finds us looking back, Libra season finds you focused on the future. Also on this day, Pluto ends its retrograde, stirring up an intense energy around money. Power dynamics concerning cash are explored. Venus, the planet of money, love, and beauty, enters your sign, Sagittarius, on October 7, finding you feeling attractive and glamorous. This is a fantastic time to make introductions, as people are especially enamored and delighted by you! The sun meets Mars in Libra on October 8, which could find you beginning to work on a goal with a group or community. Mercury retrograde meets the sun and Mars on October 9, bringing an important realization about your social life, and encouraging you to boldly address any concerns on your mind. 

Saturn ends its retrograde in Aquarius on October 10, encouraging you to set boundaries around communication—maybe there’s a friend you need to ask to stop texting you while you’re at work, or maybe you want to task yourself to stop gossiping. Venus connects with Saturn on October 13, and while Saturn isn’t the coziest planet to snuggle up to, there’s a helpful, supportive energy in the air, and it’s a great time to discuss plans, commitments, and standards. The sun connects with Jupiter on October 15, inspiring optimism and generosity, and the mood is social as Mercury connects with Venus at October 16. You’re feeling popular! But watch out for tension, especially concerning finances, as the sun clashes with Pluto on October 17. Financial power struggles may take place. Call in a third party to help mediate any arguments.

Jupiter ends its retrograde on October 18, stirring up a busy energy around communication, and Mercury retrograde ends this day, helping conversations move forward again—and quickly! The full moon in fellow fire sign Aries lands on October 20, bringing a culmination to a situation that’s been brewing in your social life. You may be spontaneous and high-energy at this time. If you haven’t been able to let loose or party, a big celebration may be in order, safety precautions considered, of course! Romance and creativity are highlighted, and the energy is passionate! Mars clashes with Pluto on October 22, which may stir up some arguments about money. This is an important time to set boundaries—though things may feel intense, amazing transformations can take place.

The sun enters Scorpio on October 23, encouraging you to slow down and rest, and to connect with your intuition. Venus clashes with Neptune in Pisces on October 26, which might stir up sensitive emotions or nostalgia. Take things slowly at this time, and don’t let your imagination run away from you—Neptune is the planet of fantasy, but also delusion, and as it squares Venus, the planet of desire, we might long for things that aren’t what they seem. Enjoy the feeling of romance that’s in the air, but don’t place bets or make commitments right now. Venus connects with Jupiter on October 28, creating an especially sweet and loving atmosphere. The mood is optimistic. Love letters may come your way! Find ways to stay grounded, as this energy can sometimes be over-the-top. 

The sun clashes with Saturn, and Mars enters Scorpio on October 30, finding you setting firm boundaries around communication, and encouraging you to cut ties with the past. The sun’s square-off with Saturn could find you refusing some requests, so take time off to rest your busy mind—overloading your schedule won’t lead to more productivity!

Make time to reflect on your work-life balance, and ask yourself whether burnout is imminent. Mars’s entry into Scorpio finds you wrapping up projects—or scrapping them altogether—and the sun squares Saturn, urging you to focus on what’s truly important. Big ideas are shared as Mercury connects with Jupiter on October 31, finding you thinking back to September 20 and October 3. This is an uplifting way to end the month: Even though Mercury retrograde may have been confusing, you may have a much better idea about how to move forward with your dreams and goals.

Good luck this month, Sagittarius, and see you in November!