Monthly Horoscope: Cancer, October 2021

While this time of year often finds you in a nostalgic mood, your focus is even more so on your past as Mercury is retrograde in Libra at the start of the month. Information about your early life may be revealed, or you might reconnect with a family member or friend you haven’t seen in a long time. Secrets are revisited as Mercury retrograde squares off with Pluto in Capricorn on October 1. Intense conversations take place. You may be thinking back to discussions or research that took place around September 22. If you’re moving or renovating, delays or misunderstandings could take place, so double check your schedule and communications. An important turn of events could pop up as Mercury squares off with Pluto. You might rediscover something you thought was missing! 

Venus in Scorpio connects with Pluto on October 2, adding a big dash of romance to the mix! As frustrating as Mercury retrograde can be, some steamy messages come your way as Venus mingles with Pluto. This is a powerful time to discuss your deepest desires with a partner. Big ideas that were discussed around September 20 come up again on October 3 as Mercury retrograde connects with Jupiter, and a new moon in Libra arrives on October 6, starting a new cycle in your home and family life. You may be moving or renovating, or simply starting fresh at home. This is a great opportunity to energetically cleanse your space. Intense emotions about your relationships bubble to the surface as Pluto ends its retrograde on this day, so make time to reflect on themes like power and control, and how they play out in your relationships. New moons are fresh starts, and this is a great one to consider your boundaries, especially in your personal life. 

Venus enters fire sign Sagittarius on October 7, encouraging you to indulge in beauty: Treat yourself to a spa day, decorate your space with flowers, and surround yourself with pleasurable, wonderful things! Think about how you can bring Venus (loveliness, luxury, sensuality) into your everyday life. Venus in Sagittarius can also find you exploring whether a fun hook-up could become something more serious. You’re figuring out whether your cadence with someone is comfortable, and feel especially appreciative of relationships with people who support you in practical ways, whether that means doing the dishes or simply being there when you need to talk.

You’re feeling a strong sense of purpose and are being direct about what you need in your living situation and family life as the sun, Mercury retrograde, and Mars all align in Libra on October 8 and October 9. Important realizations about the past, and about your present personal life, take place. Saturn ends its retrograde in Aquarius on October 10, finding you seriously focused on finances—you’re thinking about stronger structures to deal with themes like debts, taxes, inheritances, or shared resources. A helpful, supportive energy flows as sweet Venus mingles with taskmaster Saturn on October 13, and something difficulty or stressful may feel a little easier to face at this time. New opportunities come as the sun connects with Jupiter on October 15, and the mood is cheerful on October 16 as Mercury retrograde connects with Venus. 

Egos clash as the sun squares off with Pluto on October 17, and if you feel like someone is being controlling of your time and energy, it’s time to set firm boundaries. It’s a good moment to make changes, even though there might be some tension in the air. Jupiter and Mercury both end their retrogrades on October 18, creating an expansive atmosphere and pushing conversations forward. Mars and Jupiter mingle on October 18, which could find you fearlessly releasing emotional baggage that’s been weighing you down. You’re so ready to move forward!

The full moon in Aries on October 20 shifts your focus to your career. So much of Libra season has been about your personal life, family, and living situation, but this full moon finds you totally focused on your life’s work, reputation, and legacy. An important project may be completed at this time. The full moon in courageous fire sign Aries finds you being recognized or rewarded for your tenacity and hard work. 

Watch out for short tempers on October 22 as Mars and Pluto square off. Arguments that take place at this time could lead to a relationship’s end, so choose your words wisely. The sun enters fellow water sign Scorpio on October 23, bringing a shift in energy: Creativity flows, romance is in the air, and you’re in the mood to have some fun! This is a wonderful moment to celebrate, explore your artistic talents, and enjoy the company of your friends and lovers. A new crush may appear, or you may connect with an established partner on a deeper level: Scorpio season is all about going deep! A sweep-you-off-your-feet energy flows as Venus clashes with Neptune in Pisces on October 26 and connects with lucky Jupiter on October 28. It’s hard to stay grounded at this time, but you’ll have to try! Be careful not to over-indulge or make promises you can’t keep, but do enjoy the romance and adventure that may take place at this time. 

You’re in a more serious, focused mood as the sun squares off with Saturn, and you’re feeling energized to go after what you want as Mars enters Scorpio, all on October 30. You’re getting your finances organized, and thinking practically about what’s important to you—and boldly letting people know how you feel! A grand gesture may even take place. The month wraps up with Mercury connecting with Jupiter on October 31, finding you thinking back to the inspiring ideas shared on September 20 and revised on October 3. Now, things may finally move forward!

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