October 2023 brings with it our second set of eclipses for 2023, a solar eclipse in relationship-minded Libra and a final lunar eclipse in Taurus. What do they bring us? P.S. Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet so you can keep track of planetary events like new and full moons every month! What is a Solar Eclipse?
A new moon occurs when the transit (moving) Sun and Moon are in the exact same position in the Zodiac (called a conjunction). New moons are related to beginnings, have high energy, and are enthusiastic. Solar eclipses occur when a New Moon is within 18 1/2 degrees of the Lunar Nodes (the points in the Moon's orbit where the Moon crosses the ecliptic).
What is a Lunar Eclipse?
A full moon occurs when the transit (moving) Sun and Moon are in the exact opposite positions in the Zodiac (called an opposition). Full moons are related to endings, culminations, and are emotional energy. Lunar eclipses occur when a Full Moon is within 18 1/2 degrees of the Lunar Nodes (the points in the Moon's orbit where the Moon crosses the ecliptic).
Solar Eclipse in Libra: October 14th 2023 (1:55PM ET/10:55AM PT)
This solar eclipse occurs in Libra, and is the first eclipse in Libra we've had for a while. This eclipse focuses on relationships since Libra is the sign of relationships, and we can enter into new relationships, form new partnerships, agree to new alliances, and enter into new commitments. We can be more comfortable with commitment, and want to commit ourselves to people and projects. We can see big partnerships and agreements being made in the world, and this can be for the sake of harmony.
Libra is the sign of peace, so we can focus on bringing more peace into our lives and into the world. This may be welcome after the last two eclipses, supercharged in Aries and Scorpio, the signs of war, bringing more violence. This could be welcome news in some parts of the world that have been plagued by warfare and violence this year. Libra is the sign of balance, so we may want to give more attention to areas we haven't had as much time for. We can work to have better balanced outlooks and approaches, and this helps with keeping the peace and staying calm. The solar eclipse is conjunct (aligned with) Mercury in Libra, square (challenging aspect, 3 signs away) Pluto in Capricorn, and opposite Chiron in Aries. The conjunction to Mercury amplifies mental energy, brings new ideas we're excited about, and we can have plenty of new communications. There can be good news with this eclipse, and we can communicate in a more pleasant, diplomatic way. The square to Pluto is a different story, and Pluto might challenge us with the areas we're struggling with. We may experience opposition to our plans, and we may be too discriminating. We have to keep compromise and diplomacy in mind and not give in to lesser instincts to prevail. There may be something that needs to be transformed as well, and this can help. The opposition to Chiron can make us more sensitive, so we really do have to be mindful of being pleasant in our communications. There can be potential for great healing with this eclipse, but it hinges on us not giving in to darker Pluto, and being willing to dig a little deeper. Chiron also links to health, so we may see some health news with this eclipse that seems out of left field, out of control, so we do need to stay vigilant. The solar eclipse occurs at 21 degrees 8 minutes Libra. The aspects to the solar eclipse are: Conjunction: 16 degrees 8 minutes - 26 degrees 8 minutes Libra Semisextile: 19 degrees 8 minutes - 23 degrees 8 minutes Virgo or Scorpio Sextile: 16 degrees 8 minutes - 26 degrees 8 minutes Leo or Sagittarius Square: 16 degrees 8 minutes - 26 degrees 8 minutes Cancer or Capricorn Trine: 16 degrees 8 minutes - 26 degrees 8 minutes Gemini or Aquarius Quincunx: 19 degrees 8 minutes - 23 degrees 8 minutes Taurus or Pisces Opposition: 16 degrees 8 minutes - 26 degrees 8 minutes Aries Lunar Eclipse in Taurus: October 28th 2023 (4:24PM ET/1:24PM PT)
The lunar eclipse occurs in Taurus, and this is the third and final lunar eclipse in Taurus for this eclipse set. We've had a lunar eclipse in Taurus every fall 3 years in a row, and we're wrapping this up with this final eclipse.
Lunar eclipses link to endings, so with this eclipse being the last, we may be looking at some major, massive endings coming to pass with this eclipse. We're moving on to other focuses and projects and commitments, so this is the time to put on the finishing touches and then let it go. With Taurus, we've been focusing on changes with what we need for stability and security, with our values, with what makes us confident, and with our resources. We can see developments in any of these areas, and it likely ties into what has come to pass over the last two years. We can benefit from grounding ourselves and taking a calm approach to whatever we do with this lunar eclipse. No need to rush, fret, or push. There can be a degree of things falling into place as they're meant to with this eclipse (but that doesn't necessarily mean the way we want them to). The lunar eclipse is opposite Mercury in Scorpio and sextile (beneficial aspect, 2 signs away) Saturn in Pisces, so both eclipses aspect Mercury, which means we may be in for some big news, important information, or major communications with these eclipses. We can also give more focus to neighborhoods, communities, schools, and young people (ruled by Mercury). The sextile to Saturn is helpful, and gives us a little boost of discipline and focus. We might make some strides with something we've been working on for some time, and can experience some degree of success. We may have more responsibilities now, but we can manage them well and not get overwhelmed or feel crushed. The lunar eclipse occurs at 5 degrees 9 minutes Taurus. Aspects to the lunar eclipse are: Conjunction: 0 degrees 9 minutes - 10 degrees 9 minutes Taurus Semisextile: 3 degrees 9 minutes - 7 degrees 9 minutes Aries or Gemini Sextile: 0 degrees 9 minutes - 10 degrees 9 minutes Cancer or Pisces Square: 0 degrees 9 minutes - 10 degrees 9 minutes Leo or Aquarius Trine: 0 degrees 9 minutes - 10 degrees 9 minutes Virgo or Capricorn Quincunx: 3 degrees 9 minutes - 7 degrees 9 minutes Libra or Sagittarius Opposition: 0 degrees 9 minutes - 10 degrees 9 minutes Scorpio Suggested Reading: The New & Full Moons page for general interpretations by house and aspect Pholus is going to turn direct very soon, on September 20th 2023, in earth sign Capricorn. What does this do astrologically? Pholus in Astrology
Pholus is an asteroid in astrology (there are tens of thousands of asteroids). Pholus links to sudden and/or unexpected events, releasing of something pent up, and is the one who ends it all with familial karma. When you have a strong natal Pholus, you're usually the one who has to break the cycle.
In the natal chart, your natal Pholus can show you where you can experience something major and unexpected, where you have to release and how, and where you may need to end cycles. You can find Pholus in your own chart for free using astro.com (in Extended Chart Selection, click on Additional objects, and select Pholus from the menu). Transit (moving) Pholus has been retrograde since April 6th 2023, and this retrograde occurred entirely in Capricorn. Transit Pholus can trigger unexpected and sudden events, can make you release something big, or can aid with breaking the status quo. Direct in Astrology
In astrology, direct means the planet or body is no longer moving retrograde. Retrograde means they appear to be moving backward through the Zodiac from our view here on Earth, and this can throw the energy off. When they're direct, they're moving forward again.
Around the turn direct, the planet or body is hovering in the same spot, and this is called stationing. It slows down as it's gearing up to change direction. Pholus began stationing Sep[tember 13th and lasts until September 28th. Pholus Direct 2023 Impact:
With Pholus ending its retrograde, we can start to get better control over what we're releasing, ending, or adjusting to. We may have been stuck, unable to do so in the last few months, or we may have felt like everything was out of our control. That can start to change, and we can work to get on track. Capricorn rules our goals and direction, so Pholus moving forward again can specifically help us with our goals and our path.
This Pholus direct is widely sextile (beneficial aspect, 2 signs away) Saturn in Pisces and Ceres in Scorpio. Saturn is the natural ruler of Capricorn, so this is more helpful energy for dealing with our goals and direction. We can find it's easier to take control, and we can be disciplined as we release, end, or adjust. Ceres helps us to make sure we're supported as we go along and do the work we need to do. We can get the support we need from others, or we can give it to ourselves. We can also maximize the resources we have access to, and this helps us to be focused. The Pholus direct 2023 can impact you most in the areas of life ruled by the house in your natal chart it occurs in, and is strongest if it aspects any of your natal planets. The Pholus direct occurs at 5 degrees 43 minutes Capricorn, so the aspects are: Conjunction: 2 degrees 43 minutes - 8 degrees 43 minutes Capricorn Sextile: 2 degrees 43 minutes - 8 degrees 43 minutes Scorpio or Pisces Square: 2 degrees 43 minutes - 8 degrees 43 minutes Aries or Libra Trine: 2 degrees 43 minutes - 8 degrees 43 minutes Taurus or Virgo Opposition: 2 degrees 43 minutes - 8 degrees 43 minutes Cancer If sextile or trine any of your natal planets or bodies, this can give you some help as you work on changing things up, breaking bad habits or addictions, or work to release something that has been building up for some in a positive, healthy, productive way. If square or opposite any of your natal planets or bodies, this can be challenging for finding the right ways to manage the unexpected or anything that is bursting out. You may need to dig deeper and work on having better self-control. Conjunctions are the main aspect to watch with Pholus though, so if this turn direct is conjunct any of your natal planets or bodies, be mindful of potential unexpected events, being put in situations where you have to put an end to something long-standing, or feeling like you're going to burst with something that you've been holding in for too long. Try to focus on the planet or body being conjuncted, and work on ways you can use the energy to your advantage to get out of a rut, transform, or release. Suggested Reading: Asteroid Bacchus in Astrology There are four elements in astrology, and each Zodiac sign is assigned to one element. One of those elements is fire, and there are 3 fire signs: Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius The fire signs are full of energy, creativity, and spunk. These are the signs that love life and all of the experiences they can have. Aries is the first sign and takes the initiative; Leo is the fifth sign and adds creativity; and Sagittarius is the ninth sign and creates adventures. Fire Signs and Work
With work, fire signs bring that fiery energy with them, and they can take action with the work they want to be doing. They don't care to let others boss them around and tell them what to do, and want to make those choices on their own. They tend to be good entrepreneurs as a result, especially Aries and Sagittarius, since they're so independent.
Fire signs may not have the best work ethic though, and can lose interest quickly if they start to get bored by what they're doing. They need work that keeps them on their toes and doesn't let them dawdle. This is where something creative can be right up their ally, especially for Leo. If they enjoy what they're doing, they can throw themselves into it, but if they don't, they'll pout and wander until they quit (or get fired!). When it comes to their career, some fire signs know what they want early and dedicate themselves to it for life. Others have no clue, and may take a long time to settle on anything, if they even do. Once fire signs find something they're passionate about, they can put all of their energy into it. But, if they don't find that young, they may not make it a priority to find as they get older, and instead, see work as the thing that allows them to make money to do what they enjoy, rather than being anything they outright enjoy by itself. When it comes to money, fire signs love to spend money as much as they make it! These are the signs that feel money is burning a hole in their pocket. For some, money is spent on stuff and people, but for most fire signs, it's experiences that they value most, and that's where they prefer to spend money. Sagittarius in particular would want to spend money on experiencing education and travel. There is often a great opportunity to make a lot of money for the fire signs, so they tend to have potential, but they have to learn to hold some of what they make. Pay the bills, have some savings for emergencies - these are good things to do. All of this can apply to your Sun sign, however you may find that you most connect with the fire signs if your professional houses fall in these signs (2nd house of money, 6th house of work, and 10th house of career). Suggested Reading: Fire Signs in Astrology & Love Asteroid Talent is a positive asteroid (out of tens of thousands of asteroids, some of which link to not much and some of which can be kinda harsh). This is literally the asteroid of Talent, and in your natal chart, shows where your biggest talents are. In transit, Talent can show what talents are being spotlighted, how we're approaching them, and how well we're using them. You can find the location of your natal asteroid Talent for free using astro.com; in Extended Chart Selection, click on 'Additional objects', and add the number '33154' to the 'Manual entry' box, and generate your chart. For now, asteroid Talent is on the move to Libra, where it'll be for a little over 2 months. What does this do for us? Asteroid Talent in Libra 2023 Dates:
Asteroid Talent in Libra 2023 General Impact:
Asteroid Talent in Libra puts the asteroid of talent in the sign of relationships, partnerships, alliances, and commitments. This means we may benefit from talents involving others, where we're working with a partner, or where we're focusing on relationships and partnerships. Those who have a way with people, who are charming and mediating, can do best during this time.
Compromise and forging alliances can be helpful during this time as well, and anyone who has a talent for this can benefit. People who are professional negotiators and mediators can be elevated, and those who promote peace, harmony, and balance can get a boost. We may be more open to commitments, and we can find ways to make new commitments that are of benefit and showcase our talents, and we may feel more comfortable using our talents with partners or in committed relationships. We can also be more comfortable using our talents in one-on-one situations, and when we feel at ease. With Libra ruling other people, we may want to showcase the talents of others more than our own. We can shout out those we think are talented, and give support to the talents of those we care about. Note that asteroid Veritas, the asteroid of truth, enters Virgo on the same day that asteroid Talent enters Libra, so there might be some sort of link here with truths coming out relating to talents and others. Asteroid Talent in Libra 2023 Conjunctions:
Asteroid Talent conjuncts the Sun in Libra on October 4th 2023 at 11 degrees, and the Sun shines a light, so this aspect can shine a light on talents and give them more attention. We may also feel more creative with our talents.
A solar eclipse occurs in Libra on October 14th and it's widely conjunct asteroid Talent, so there can be major focus on some sort of talent with this eclipse, some big partnership, commitment, alliance, etc. (maybe a peace deal?). Talent also conjuncts Mercury in Libra on October 15th at 13 degrees, and this helps us communicate about talents, make use of mental talents, and use our minds with our talents. Asteroid Talent in Libra will also square, which is a challenging aspect, transit Pluto in Capricorn on November 10th at 28 degrees. I wanted to bring this one up since it's a challenging aspect, and with Pluto, there can be some fighting and frustration involved. We might be fighting over talents, or feel that the fighting we're experiencing is limiting our abilities. We may struggle to find middle ground, something the Libra energy wants, and feel that we're being controlled and manipulated with Pluto. We need to maximize the Libra energy and be open to compromise, and then commit to it. We need to avoid giving in the fights and letting aggravation win the day. Suggested Reading: Transit Asteroid Abundantia Aspects There are thousands of asteroids out there, and many of them link to something specific in astrology. One such asteroid is Veritas, the asteroid of truth. In your natal chart, it can show your connection to truth, how truthful you are, and where you need the truth, while in transit, Veritas can impact truth right now for all of us. Veritas is moving into Virgo, and will be in this sign for almost 11 months, an extended stay thanks to Veritas retrograding entirely in Virgo in 2024. What does this tour of Veritas in Virgo mean for us? Asteroid Veritas in Virgo 2023 - 2024 Dates:
Asteroid Veritas in Virgo 2023 - 2024 General Impact:
Virgo is the sign of work, daily life, health, and the details, so we may be focused on the truth with these things while Veritas is in Virgo. We may crave more truth in the work we do and in our work environments, and some may expose the truth about something with their job. It'll be hard to lie about how we feel about the work we do, and we need more honesty.
We may strive to have more truth in our daily lives as well, and can expose the truth about what's happening on a regular basis. This can open up new discussions, and we may feel better with the truth out in the open. Since Virgo is the sign of details, the details can matter more with Veritas in Virgo when it comes to the truth. We can't gloss over the details, the little things, and need to drill down to make sure we've got all of the facts and evidence and information. But, we can also struggle with seeing the big picture when it comes to the truth and can easily get lost in the details, so we have to be mindful of this. We can take a practical approach to the truth with Virgo being a practical earth sign, and we may be less emotional about it and more direct. Yet we may stress out about the truth way more as well with Virgo being a stressful sign, and especially while Veritas is retrograde in Virgo. This can amplify stress considerably, and we can have a hard time managing this, especially at the start of Veritas retrograde since it begins anaretic. There are 30 degrees in every Zodiac sign, and 29 degrees is the very last degree. This degree is called the anaretic degree, and it's supercharged crisis energy in transit. This means we have some supercharged crisis energy regarding truth around Veritas retrograde in January, and it can stress us out to the max, and we have to work on making sure we're evaluating everything honestly and practically. I fully anticipate there will be some sort of lie exposed, something uncovered that has been missed, or that something that is factual will be argued over in some way. Definitely watch this space! Not only that, but 2 days after Veritas retrograde begins, Pluto moves into Aquarius, so when the retrograde starts at 29 degrees Virgo, Pluto will be at 29 degrees Capricorn, which is trine (beneficial aspect). This might help us get to the heart of the matter, to investigate and find what we need to, in order to properly assess the truth. But it's all such supercharged energy that this likely isn't a little thing at all. Something big is coming! On a personal level, if you have any planets or bodies located at 29 degrees of any Zodiac sign, you may need to watch for lies and truth yourself around Veritas retrograde, and it's linked to whatever the planet or body rules. Veritas can be strongest in January at the anaretic degree and turning retrograde, so that's when we need to be most mindful of the truth. This can lessen as the retrograde goes on, though we may still feel fairly stressed about it. Veritas in Virgo only makes one conjunction (alignment) with another planet, and that's conjunct Venus in Virgo on October 24th 2023 at 24 degrees Virgo. This may expose some sort of truth relating to a relationship, partnership, alliance, or agreement with Venus, and we can have an easier time with the truth since Venus is a pleasant planet, but we may also get into it with others if we don't agree on what the truth is. We may need some objectivity. P.S. Asteroid Talent (asteroid of talents) enters Libra on the same day that Veritas enters Virgo, soooo could the details of some sort of partnership/alliance come out right at the start? Suggested Reading: Asteroid Veritas in Astrology The eleventh house in astrology is a place of major change. It comes after the practical, goal-oriented tenth house, and finds new ways to go into the future. The eleventh house comes before the twelfth house, prepping us for the end. 11th House Astrology & Your Natal Chart
Astrology charts have 12 houses, and each link to different parts of life. Your natal chart is a snapshot of the locations of the planets, other bodies, and houses in the Zodiac at the moment you're born and from the location you're born at. Each of your natal houses connects to different parts of your life and personality.
The eleventh house is ruled by Uranus, unconventional and iconic. Uranus helps the eleventh house color outside the lines and push outside of comfort zones. At-a-Glance 11th House Keywords:
11th House in Astrology: Hopes and Dreams for the Future
The eleventh house in astrology rules your hopes and dreams for the future. How you find hope, what you dream of, and the kind of future you want to have can be found here. This is where you focus on what you want your future to look like, and what gives you hope.
11th House in Astrology: The Unexpected
The eleventh house in astrology is also an unexpected place. This is thanks to the fact it's governed by Uranus, and Uranus doesn't like to let things be the same or mundane. We can experience unexpected developments with the eleventh house, and we can almost crave this.
If things get too boring, we can go a little wonky with the eleventh house. The eleventh house wants sudden and unexpected, and can thrive under this. 11th House in Astrology: Individuality
The eleventh house rules individuality and nonconformity. We're all unique individuals, no one else is just like us, and this house embraces that. The eleventh house is where we're true to ourselves and embrace what makes is different
How well you embrace your differences, how much you embrace individuality, and whether you're comfortable with it or not can be found with this house. 11th House in Astrology: The Unconventional
The eleventh house rules the unconventional. Its previous house, the tenth house, is traditional and the way things have always been. The eleventh house wants to gut that and push outside of comfort zones to find more room for growth.
The eleventh house wants to explore what's different, what's way out there, to find even more for our lives. How comfortable you are with this and how much you need to go against the grain and with what can be found here. 11th House in Astrology: Friends and Groups
The eleventh house rules your friends, and the kind of people you attract as friends, the nature of your friendships, and your approach to friendships can be found here.
The eleventh house also rules groups, so this can be the groups you belong to and participate in, as well as how comfortable you are in groups and before the masses. The famous among us can often have strong eleventh houses. 11th House in Astrology: Change
The eleventh house connects to change thanks to being ruled by Uranus, the planet of change. We don't like things to stay the same with the eleventh house. What you need to change, your approach to change, and the changes you experience can be found here, along with your Uranus.
How comfortable you are with changes, and how you make changes yourself, can be found with the eleventh house. 11th House in Astrology: Causes
The eleventh house rules our causes, and these are the causes that we invest ourselves in, where we want to have a broad impact on the masses, the collective. This can be seen as a way of making a mark that lasts long after us, and can be used to help us connect with like-minded people.
Your approach to causes, the causes you pick up, and how you manage them can be found with this house. This is where you care about the most people as a whole and want to have a larger impact, whereas the twelfth house is where you want to help one person at a time. Where Your Eleventh House Energy is Found
For everyone, look to the Zodiac sign your eleventh house falls in. The areas of life ruled by that sign are where you can change, be unconventional, and dream. Also look to the natural planetary ruler of your eleventh house (the natural planetary ruler of the Zodiac sign your eleventh house falls in) as this can also connect to the eleventh house energy.
If you have any natal planets in your eleventh house, this can make the eleventh house energy a lot stronger for you. That planet has a strong impact on your dreams, your individuality, and your friends. Transit (moving) planets touring your eleventh house can bring some temporary energy for eleventh house matters. This can impact your ability to have hope, pursue your dreams, and be true to yourself. Transit Saturn may be the most difficult since it's such different energy and restrictive, and you may have lessons to learn around being who you are and embracing what's different. Transit planets aspecting your natal eleventh house ruler can stimulate eleventh house energy as well, and conjunctions, squares, and oppositions by transit Saturn, Uranus, Pluto, or Chiron can be especially challenging and impact your future and individuality. You may feel stifled, want to give up on your dreams, and have difficulties with friends. Make sure to sign up for the free monthly worksheet to keep track of the transit planets impacting your 11th house every month! A Strong Eleventh House in Astrology
Some may have a super strong natal second house. This can be the case for you if you have:
- a stellium (3+ planets) in the 11th house - your Sun, Moon, or Chiron in the 11th house - your North or South Node in your 11th house - your 1st house ruler in the 11th house - your 11th house cusp or ruler anaretic (at 29 degrees) - retrograde Mercury, Venus, or Mars in the 11th house or ruling the 11th house When you have a strong 11th house, this can mean your future is super important to you, and you can have big dreams and be hopeful about what you're capable of building. You can also embrace change, and likely need quite a bit of it in your life or you get bored quickly. You're a true individual, and you need to celebrate what makes you so unique. Boxing yourself in only hurts you severely. But friends are also important for you, so you're someone who needs to both be true to yourself, and also finds your place where you can be true to yourself, with others who celebrate your true self. Suggested Reading: The 11th House page for general interpretations, as well as the series of articles about the 12 houses: All About the First House in Astrology All About the Second House in Astrology All About the Third House in Astrology All About the Fourth House in Astrology All About the Fifth House in Astrology All About the Sixth House in Astrology All About the Seventh House in Astrology All About the Eighth House in Astrology All About the Ninth House in Astrology All About the Tenth House in Astrology All About the Eleventh House in Astrology All About the Twelfth House in Astrology |
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