September, oh September. This is the most unforgettable month of the year. Any month that begins with a retrograde (We see you, Uranus, doing your wild and chaotic trickery) and an ingress of Pluto on the very same day - the first day of September - has to be portentous.
Even those of us who consider ourselves somewhat of a skeptic when it comes to the question of fate and destiny may be rethinking our philosophies and wondering if, perhaps, we might be - well - wrong.
See, September has the potential to turn us all into believers. Uranus’s backward dance reflects a time of integration. Yet, don’t think for a moment that integration means peace and quiet. Quite the contrary, in fact. Integration can be just as intense as change.
Pluto coming back into Capricorn is an indicator that we need to wrap up the loose ends from the work we did over the decade and a half from 2008 - 2023. What structures crumbled? Where did we do away with tradition? How have our vocations changed? What does success mean to us? These are hefty questions to ponder over in September. It’s time to finally shut that door and accept that we’re in a brand-new era. Any foundation that has a hint of rot in it will simply dissolve under the might of Pluto.
But wait, there’s more.
The New Moon in Virgo on the 2nd has our inner taskmaster all bushy-tailed and eager to make plans, organize, clean up, and detox - all things that give us that delicious hit of dopamine and a smug satisfaction that we are, in fact, fully in control. Sure. That’s what we think.
Until the first of the Eclipses arrives on September 17th, that is. A Lunar Eclipse (AKA a supercharged Full Moon) in Pisces brings up all the feels. It throws all our carefully laid New Moon plans into gleeful disarray. It’s a hybrid Eclipse, which is what makes it even more special. We’re crossing over. We’re moving from the theme of relationships into the theme of healing, whether mental, emotional, or physical. This is the closing of a chapter and the opening of a new one. It’s no coincidence that this also just so happens to be a few days away from the Equinox on the 22nd, when the Sun heads into balanced Libra. Change is afoot, and it’s up to us to find our equilibrium, no matter what arises in the dark afterglow of these cosmic turnings of the wheel.
Eclipse Season continues with a powerful total Solar Eclipse unfolding on the 2nd of the month. Talk about making an entrance - this is as dramatic as it could possibly get. On the flip side, it also means that the rest of October - despite it being Scorpio season - should be a breeze to get through.
So let's unpack this Eclipse. It’s a supercharged New Moon, meaning that the cycles starting in our lives now are beyond our conscious control. What’s meant to unfold for us will undoubtedly unfold. We’ll get exactly what we need (although not necessarily what we want).
In Libra, it’s all about relationships. Our romantic relationships, firstly. Maybe we’re in the mood to (finally) welcome one in. Or, we’re ready to leave. Or, we’re ready to take it to the next level. Whatever our situation is, we can all expect a little taste of this theme. It’s a theme that’s been running for quite some time, starting all the way back in October 2023. That was when we began the dance of independence and interdependence, of give and take, of choosing ourselves versus compromising, of learning what people-pleasing patterns live within us and actively putting these ways of behaving behind us.
It’s been quite a ride, hasn’t it?
Now comes the time for a new dawn, a new day. We’ve done so much growing up. We’re finally about to embark on the journey that was always meant for us.
We also have one retrograde this month and one planet going direct. Jupiter begins his backwards dance on the 9th, giving us all the opportunity to soak in the impossible amount of information we’ve taken in over these last few months. It’s time.
Pluto goes direct on the 11th, making his slow way back into Aquarius from Capricorn. In Capricorn, this planet has been urging us to tie up loose ends and close huge, decades-long chapters. Our work is almost done. This is the final push.
The Full Moon in Aries on the 17th coincides with the move of Venus into bountiful Sagittarius, bringing a fiery, fun, expansive, adventurous energy. That is exactly what we need. Some boldness. Some courage. Play. Taking risks. Seeing where the risks that we have taken have led us to. And, finally, Scorpio season commences on the 22nd, bringing a depth into the rest of the month that we never knew we were missing.
The penultimate month of the year arrives with a bang, with a witchy New Moon in Scorpio on the 1st of the month. Magic, mystery, and mayhem ensue as we dig deep into our shadow to find the gold within. Setting intentions for personal transformation is one way to work with this evolutionary energy. Yet, keep in mind that before we become reborn, we need to die a little.
The 2nd brings a much bouncier feel as Mercury slides into Sagittarius. Here, he’s not at his most logical, sure, but his optimism and ability to see the bigger picture more than make up for it. Scattered thinking might abound, yet within this tangle lies deep wisdom and a search for truth. We may put our foot in our mouth more than once, so cultivating tact will be crucial, especially when Mercury decides it’s time to go retrograde on the 25th for three weeks, bringing, let’s say, an interesting end to 2024.
On the 3rd, Mars heads into Leo, where he’ll stay a brief beat before jumping back into Cancer in a few weeks' time over his retrograde. Right before Mars marches on, he opposes Pluto. With both planets at twenty-nine degrees of their respective signs, it’s chaos. It’s power plays. It’s push and pull. So, if the month feels like it’s kicking off on the back foot, this would be why. As soon as the New Moon is over and Mars is in proud, flamboyant Leo, the mood lifts enormously. We’ve got this.
Mars in Leo only happens every two years or so, making this a time of fun, playfulness, and unique self-expression. Family comes first, as does ensuring we have a creative outlet for our ideas. The downside of this transit might be a touch of (possibly quite sexy) dominance. A hint of control. A whisper of ego. So, let’s keep vigilant, shall we?
Venus moves on from fiery Sagittarius into grounded, committed Capricorn on the 11th, inviting the chance to get a little more committed around our relationships. To be wiser about our finances. To be more circumspect about our desires. It’s a strict transit, to be sure, but it’s also refined, grown-up, and boundaried. We need some boundaries right about now, what with all the fiery energy around.
The Full Moon in lush Taurus on the 15th collides with Saturn moving direct, hinting at good times to come. Pluto heads back into Aquarius on the 19th, leaving Capricorn forever (hooray!). Last but not least, Sagittarius Season really begins with the Sun’s move into this growth-provoking, fun-loving sign on the 21st. November is one of those months where it has something for everyone.
Let’s take the focus onto your ruling planet, dear old Mars, the Warrior(ess). The 3rd of this month may have you on the back foot due to his infuriating square with uncertain Neptune. Inaction does not become you. Neither does a lack of motivation. Nevertheless, just rest. Your time is nigh. That same planet marches into a new sign on the 4th, igniting your domestic sector and inciting you to put all of your considerable energy into home and hearth. Be ever so careful of throwing your toys too far out the cot. Be equally mindful of not voicing your needs. People can’t always guess what you want, even if it’s obvious to you.
Lay low for the first week of this month. The less you do, the better. You won’t have all that much energy anyway. By the 4th, you’ll perk up and know what you’re doing and where you’re going. You’ve had quite an active few weeks lately, and it’s time to translate all that action into results. Walk the talk. Put your money where your mouth is. Do you. The New Moon on the 2nd and the Full Moon on the 17th both have a sense of rootedness about them. A giving up, a release of space and place. Yet, also a sweet regaining, or possibly even a renewal. Don’t be afraid to let go.
Lay low for the first week of this month. The less you do, the better. You won’t have all that much energy anyway. By the 4th, you’ll perk up and know what you’re doing and where you’re going. You’ve had quite an active few weeks lately, and it’s time to translate all that action into results. Walk the talk. Put your money where your mouth is. Do you. The New Moon on the 2nd and the Full Moon on the 17th both have a sense of rootedness about them. A giving up, a release of space and place. Yet, also a sweet regaining, or possibly even a renewal. Don’t be afraid to let go.
Lay low for the first week of this month. The less you do, the better. You won’t have all that much energy anyway. By the 4th, you’ll perk up and know what you’re doing and where you’re going. You’ve had quite an active few weeks lately, and it’s time to translate all that action into results. Walk the talk. Put your money where your mouth is. Do you. The New Moon on the 2nd and the Full Moon on the 17th both have a sense of rootedness about them. A giving up, a release of space and place. Yet, also a sweet regaining, or possibly even a renewal. Don’t be afraid to let go.
You’ve been through your fair share of changes in these last few years, haven’t you? This seems most apparent when it’s come to your career or calling in life. Whatever has happened, it’s happened to set you free. Remember that. Now comes the time of integration. Things might not be as exciting as they have been. This is good. It gives you space and time to deal with what will seem your main theme over September - your finances. Not only finances, but also your self-worth. They are intrinsically connected for most of us, even though they really shouldn’t be. Keep in mind that you’re worth more than the numbers in your bank account.
September dawns bright and fresh with a New Moon in your sign on the 2nd. This sets a great tone for the month ahead, where you may be turning over quite a new leaf. It looks like you’re choosing yourself, perhaps for the first time ever, or maybe for the first time in a very long time. Or maybe you don’t have to choose. Maybe it’s a case in which you just need to find a sense of equilibrium again. This is not only for you and your relationship but also for your material situation. Time to balance the scales? Absolutely. And remember, balance also means creating opportunities to reward yourself more.
September marks the start of your Birthday Season. Hip, hip, hooray! What will you manifest more of for yourself in these coming days, weeks, months - the whole the year? How can you better choose yourself, yet still remain open to and connected with your people, your partner, your friends? It won’t be as hard as you think. In fact, you’ll probably find that it all goes rather smoothly. You are due for a major personal upgrade with the looming Solar Eclipse unfolding in your sign in October. September is already giving you the vibes. Get ready to clear the decks and start anew.
Relationships have been quite the journey for you in recent days, haven’t they? Let’s call it years, shall we? It’s been a wild, unpredictable ride of ups and downs. Now that Uranus is going retrograde - on the first of the month, mind you - in your relationship sector, you’re likely to have a breather. You’ve got time to integrate. Time to reflect. Time to get your nervous system back on track. That doesn’t mean it’ll be all peaceful in the world of love for you. Not at all. It just means that you’re going to take a hot minute to process. This is the month of profound and powerful insights. Go on. Therapize yourself.
There’s a little nudge from the Universe this month - and over the next few months - to come back to the decade and half long journey you’ve been on, materially speaking. You’ve likely had some very high highs and some very low lows over the years. Now’s your moment to wrap up loose ends and acknowledge just how far you’ve come. Maybe you’ve lost it all, only to gain it all over again. This has taught you faith, strength, and resilience. Well done, you. It’s almost over. September asks you to prune the roots that don’t allow you to flower. New opportunities are awaiting you. You’re supposed to shine.
Pluto comes back for another little visit to your sign, starting smack bang on the first of the month. Now, before you get your knickers in a panicky knot, just remember what you’ve endured over the last many, many years. Yes, your structures have crumbled in some parts. But, like a diamond forged under pressure, you’ve come out on top, like you always do. September brings a taste of that pressure once again. Yet, this is just an invite for you to get even better at what you do. You’ve got so much experience now. It’s about to do you a whole world of good.
This month, tend to what brings you security, be that a skill you use, a talent, or even your bank account. Prune, plan, prepare. Renew, review. Plant new seeds for even greater security. Because you know what? Security gives you freedom. And freedom is, ultimately, what you most desire. It’s your highest value. So, make this work for you. Don’t allow voices from the past to drown you or bring you down. You are talented, capable, and gifted. You know you are. Not to mention wise and experienced. Now, go forth and conquer! There’s a great journey just up ahead.
From as early as the 2nd, you’re receiving all kinds of new opportunities, new connections, new, fresh people in your world. This trend will continue to unfold over the following several months. And, what’s more, you have the September Eclipse happening in your very own sign. This is even more of a sign that it’s time to cut any deadweight loose and focus on yourself. If you feel like that’s not what you want, then be sure to find the balance between you and others. We all need relationships. We just need to make sure that those relationships are of high value. Quality over quantity. Remember that.
The Full Moon on the 17th is all you. In your sign, it’s about looking back and seeing how much you’ve grown in the months gone by. You’ve been very good about choosing yourself, but you’ve been equally good about also choosing to compromise and negotiate when it’s come to your relationships. Go, you. The New Moon Eclipse at the start of the month says that it’s time for you to uplevel in your connections. To meet someone special or to improve the relationship you’re already in. Don’t worry - you won’t have to make too much effort. The Universe will do all the work for you.
It’s not always easy for you to muster up the enthusiasm needed for work. Unless, of course, it has the promise of good money, or a creative element. The Universe seems to have heard your wishes. The Eclipse on the 2nd brings the promise of something new, something a little more balanced and more attuned to your heart’s path. Sure, you might have to give one thing up in order to gain another, but that’s par for the course. It’s just how life works sometimes. Relationships also take front and center stage come the 22nd when the Sun slips into this sector of your chart. It’s about to get deliciously intense.
Jupiter will be doing his backward dance - aka retrograde - from the 9th onwards for a few months. In your sign, this is bound to affect you more than most. This transit urges you to look back at the last few months, since around May - and reflect on the (enormous) growth you’ve done. You’ve had opportunities come at you from every direction, possibly leaving you a little tired, perhaps even overwhelmed. A break from all the chaos couldn’t have come at a better time. You’re ready. Your connections, especially those of a romantic nature, are about to get a whole lot sexier from the 17th as Venus graces this sector. Yum.
The Eclipse on the 2nd is a big one for you. It unfolds in the sector connected to your home, family, roots, and foundations. It seems as though you need to make some big decisions here. You’ve been on this journey for quite a while already, so this shouldn’t come as a big surprise. Nevertheless, it does indicate that it’s time to kick off a whole new chapter. And maybe, just maybe, you’re (finally) due for a reward in this department. A new home, for example. An ending, mixed with a beginning. The Full Moon on the 17th emphasizes this energy and makes it even stronger.
Got some ideas? Write them down. Speak them out. Roar your truth - loudly. You have decisions to make from the 2nd onwards - big ones. The key is balance. Not tipping too far in either direction is going to serve you best. You do tend to go large, so let this cosmic guidance sink into your bones. You may be excited to embark on some kind of journey, be it literal or not. A journey where you explore the world around you. A journey where you get to be the teacher or the student. It suits you, you know. You were born for this.
Mercury, your ruler, changes signs on the 13th, lighting up your communication sector and making you hungry to dive deeply into all kinds of fascinating subjects. You’re already the zodiac’s natural scholar, so this news should ignite and inspire you. It’s a great month to sort out your psyche, too, whether this is via counseling or some other kind of spiritual and emotional support. You’ll be making all kinds of powerful breakthroughs. Use this as fuel for growth. Don’t be afraid to take on the role of advisor, either. In other news, you’re due a financial upgrade with the Solar Eclipse on the 2nd. It’s about time.
The Eclipse on the 2nd has your name written all over it. Being in your very own sign, this is a major cosmic turning point. Maybe you’ve already been feeling the build-up to this moment, with sweeping changes moving through your life, pushing you to shed old identities and create a whole new you. This is not an easy task, seeing as you tend to be focused on other people more than yourself. Nevertheless, let the Universe push you a little. There are new horizons opening up for you now. The Full Moon on the 17th will help you find your balance.
It’s the official start of your Birthday season, what with the Sun sliding into your very own sign on the 22nd. Up until that point, it’s ever so important that you allow yourself to close old chapters. To let go of baggage. To finish and wind up projects that have run their course. Your mind is shifting now, and you’re likely to make some major mental breakthroughs this month. The scales are falling off your eyes and you’re able to now see more clearly than ever before. Watch out, world. Listen up. This is the new you. Time to map out your cosmic course and set sail for new horizons.
There’s plenty going on for you this month, but the most exciting thing is that you’re about to enjoy the transit of Venus through your sign from the 17th onwards. It’s been about a year since she’s visited you, so make the most of her gifts. You’re feeling attractive. You’re ready to love and be loved. Your magnetism is sky-high. You’re having more fun than ever. The Solar Eclipse on the 2nd also invites some new circles and communities into your world, not to mention new friends. It’s a good life, isn’t it? Go on and create some yummy fresh goals while you’re at it.
Pluto goes direct in your sign on the 11th. This has been quite the journey, hasn’t it? A journey into the underworld. A journey into your shadow, into your darkness. Into your power, ultimately. You’re ready to face the world, having shed a thousand old skins. You’ve been reborn. Like the Phoenix, you’re rising. You’re soaring. You’re downright inspiring. Everyone wants to be you right now. Remember to use this power wisely. There’s a new calling awaiting you. All you have to do is choose. Luckily, you’re the decisive type. You won’t dilly-dally for long.
There’s nothing you adore more than learning. You’re so good at it, being the clever, brilliant human that you are. Yet, even greater is your talent to be able to distribute that information, to be able to share it with others. Thus, the Eclipse on the 2nd should do you well. It opens up the door for education, for exploring, for personal growth. You’re going to take all of this, eventually, and give it back to the world. This is what makes you the inspiring individual that you are. Just remember to keep it all in balance. Have an open mind. Don’t get too fixated on any one perspective.
This month seems to be a financially-oriented one for you. You’ll have decisions to make. The good news is that you seem to be due a windfall of some kind. A windfall that you’ve been waiting for. This may take a few months to materialize, so be patient. The Full Moon on the 17th asks you to find the balance between having your own means versus sharing resources. It’s a delicate equilibrium, but not one you’re incapable of. The Solar Eclipse just prior, on the 2nd, will support your decisions and help you to feel safer. Lady luck is on your side.
The 3rd of this month is your biggest day. Your ruler, Mars, opposes Pluto, igniting a power struggle, a push-pull, possibly bullying energy most apparent in your personal and professional worlds. Never fear, this intensity passes by the end of the day, releasing you from what you’ll realize was extreme pressure. You’re a diamond now. You’ve made it. Now that Mars has arrived in your good-times sector, you’re ready to play. To express yourself. To let off some steam and shake your hips. Dating and romance suddenly become that much more appealing. That hottie you’ve had your eye on? Now’s the time to speak up.
The New Moon at the very beginning of the month is perfect for you. Yes, it is intense. But at the same time, it invites the opportunity for you to get up close and personal with someone special in these next couple of months. This may be your existing SO, or it may be someone totally new. Get ready to go deep, Taurus. And remember, romance doesn’t have to be the only way that this plays out. We can go deep with friends, clients, and even those we work with. Venus, your ruler, shifts into your growth sector come the 11th, igniting within you a fire that craves freedom, knowledge, and exploration.
Mercury’s move into your opposite sign on the 2nd can be a memorable transit for you. It ignites big conversations with an SO, a business partner, or a friend over the coming several weeks. And with his retrograde starting on the 25th, you’re going to enjoy his time here a little longer. Of course, this will come with its own set of challenges, such as exes appearing as if out of nowhere. Is this a sign that you’re supposed to go back? Not at all. Don’t even think about it. It may just be that doors need to be closed once and for all.
The month kicks off on a powerful note for you, what with the New Moon in your passion sector on the 1st, and Mars opposing Pluto in your relationship zones early on the 3rd. There’s a theme unfolding. Can you guess what it is? This seems to be all about closing one door so that another can open. It’s about taking your power back. It’s about walking away from a toxic situation and opening yourself up to new and brilliant opportunities. You just have to keep the faith. It may not be easy, but it’ll be worth it. Your mood improves enormously by the end of the 3rd, and you’re ready to play a little.
The 3rd sees the arrival of passionate Mars in your sign. It’s been around two years since his last visit, making this an extra-special transit for you. You have enormous energy at your fingertips right now. Enormous drive. Your can-do attitude is contagious. Your warmth, drive, and enthusiasm are unstoppable. Use this period to tick off all those projects closest to your heart. Express yourself fully. Move. Literally. Sure, some people may be intimidated by this energy, but is that your problem? This spiciness increases as the Sun heads into your fun and creativity sector on 21st, adding even more fire into the mix. November is shaping up to be oh so memorable.
Your ruler, Mercury, shifts sectors on the 2nd, igniting the area connected to your past, your roots, and your memories. Being someone that’s primarily practical in expression, you may be pleasantly surprised to see yourself reminiscing a little. This is especially true as Mercury starts his retrograde on the 25th, where you’re digging up all kinds of information from times gone by and seeing the situations that unfolded with new eyes. Wiser eyes. More optimistic eyes. You’re realizing how powerful and important these lessons were, and how they shaped your life. You are right where you’re supposed to be, you know. Literally and figuratively.
Ready for abundance, Libra? Ready for some financial power? Ready to feel confident? If you’ve answered a resounding ‘yes’ to these questions, then it’s a good time to set your intentions, and then back these up with focused action. You have to believe in yourself, Libra. Because if you don’t, who will? You may also need to be prepared to let go of one thing in order to welcome something else. Remember, destruction always comes before creation. Come the 11th, your ruler, Venus, brings a softer, more nourishing feel. Your roots hold you strong, Libra. Lean into them.
Any month that starts with a New Moon in your sign has to be a good one. So, is it? Oh, yes. Now’s your moment to get serious about where you’re headed. Now’s the time to shed that old skin so that you can truly be reborn anew. You’re so good at these transformations, and to be completely honest, you look forward to them, no matter how intense they can get. Labor is a messy process, but this birth seems smoother than most. From the 3rd, you’re finally in the power seat, holding both reins and making major progress. You’re beaming. Look at you go.
It’s the official start of your birthday season - hip, hip, hooray! You don’t need much of an excuse for a party, but it’s good to have one, isn’t it? Break the champagne (or kombucha) out and get those dancing shoes on. The world is yours for the taking now. Your horizons are naturally expanding, and the possibilities are endless. Of course, there’s a quiet period right before, especially with the New Moon on the 1st and the Sun still in this sector until the 21st. In that time, burn down all that needs to go. Create space. Clear. Banish. You get the picture.
Venus, the planet of pleasure, beauty, and love, arrives in your sign on the 11th. This is a soothing balm for what you’ll have to endure at the start of the month when it may well feel like it’s the end of the world. Relationships might feel as if they’re falling apart, only to fall together again. Power struggles ensue. Drama is the name of the game. But this is for such a short while that you’ll forgive and forget the moment Venus comes along. From that point, you’re in deep flow. You’re loving. You’re being loved. You’re gorgeous. And you know it.
Want to climb higher? Feeling like you’re ready to ascend the ladder of success? Eager to be known for what you do best? You can make major career strides this month, particularly around the New Moon on the 1st. You’ll be back in the office, working overtime on what really matters to you. You’ll also be at the beck and call of authority figures, so do try to impress them. Sometimes it’s who you know rather than what you know, and you’re fast becoming an influencer. So, put yourself out there. Own your skills and power. This is your time to rise.
You’re ready for a whole new journey. The New Moon on the 1st has your name written all over it. Expansion becomes you. You’re eager to dive even more deeply into the path laid out for you. The following few months will be telling as to how the pilgrimage will turn out. All you have to do is know that whatever arrives is arriving for your soul’s profound evolution. From the 3rd, you’re busier than you’ve ever been. Work picks up. Creativity overflows. You’re taking charge, much to your surprise. You’re the leader. The best leaders are the ones who don’t want the role, you know that?
