The Planetary Planner

OCTOBER/2024

SOLAR SPOTLIGHTS

Sun in Libra; Scorpio

October opens with the sun in Libra, fresh from its conjunction with Mercury, setting a tone of external charm and internal restraint…

Early in the month, it’s easy to get swept upon social pleasantries, projecting a carefully curated image while keeping deeper truths hidden beneath… as the sun enters the second decan of Libra on the 2nd—reality checks arrive, governed by Saturn’s influence, of course, grounding us in the limits of these curated personas. With the last solar eclipse of the year still echoing—the time is ripe for endings and fresh beginnings.

Mid-month, on the 14th, the sun forms a tense t-square with Mars and Chiron, buzzing with the energy of change…

Collective cycles pull us between worlds—caught between the past, present, and future. The air hums with anticipation, as if destiny itself is gathering momentum, pushing your toward something quite transformative… it’s a time of heightened awareness—where the future feels just within reach, rising from the depths.

On the 22nd, the sun squares Pluto, plunging us into the extremes and complexities of life’s light and shadows—this aspect demands an honest confrontation with unfinished business, urging us to embrace the creative tensions between what’s known and what still lies beyond…

The journey through these intense emotions is the point—each moment, each revelation, leads you closer to understanding the greater story of your life.

By month’s end, the sun moves in Scorpio, bringing with it a deep dive into the self…

This is a period of self-overcoming, where old wounds and doubts surface, challenging you to move beyond them… scorpio’s energy asks you to embrace the transformative power of crisis, stripping away self-doubt to reveal your boundless inner strengths…

The upcoming Scorpio new moon on November 1st will offer a clean slate—readying you for new beginnings born from the lessons of this month.

And, please read all the way through—as there’s SOMETHING NEW I am SURPRISING you with!!!—enjoy, XO JJ

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MOON MOODS

The Moon Through October

On October 2nd—we experience a solar eclipse in Libra, marking a significant turning point… this eclipse opens doors to destiny, offering carte blanche for fresh directions. You may feel a sense of being marked out for something greater, driven by an inner compass that points you toward a future filled with extraordinary potentials… mistakes are part of the process, but this is your moment to rise—guided by an inner calling that cannot be refused.

October 10th—brings a 1st quarter moon in Capricorn, forming a grand cross… this energy pushes you to focus on goals and practical execution. It’s a time of heightened intensity, where every move feels strategic and driven by a deep karmic instinct to manifest your visions. Be mindful, though—there’s a temptation toward self-importance that must be navigated with care.

October 17th—offers the Aries full moon, stirring up a potent t-square with Mars and Pluto, bringing deep karmic themes to the forefront… it feels as though you’ve been holding onto your power, waiting for the right moment to unleash it—this is the moment… the stored energy, the ancient wisdom you’ve been harboring, is ready to be activated. Patience pays off, and when the universe signals align, your reserves of strength and insight will prove invaluable.

October 24th—is the last quarter moon in Leo, which opposes Pluto, highlighting the push-pull self-expressions and the need for deep transformation… this energy asks you to face the limitations of ego and confront the patterns that have held you back. The pressure may feel immense, but the transformation that follows will bring a renewed sense of purpose and self-awareness.

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MERCURIAL MACHINATIONS

Mercury in Libra; Scorpio

Mercury begins the month in Libra, separating from the sun, encouraging balance and diplomacy in all communications…

On October 6th, Mercury connects to Mars by square, stirring tensions and revealing internal conflicts, along with old frustrations—yet, there’s humor in this cosmic play—this is a chance to witness your triggers and learn from them without getting lost in the drama.

On the 8th, Mercury connects to Jupiter while opposing Chiron—bringing opportunities for expansion and potential through collective wisdom… changes are imminent, and you may find yourself on the cusp of profound realizations about where you’ve been and where you’re headed—these energies are charged with possibility… tune into the future currents and follow where they lead you.

Mercury enters Scorpio on October 13th, diving deep into the mysteries of the soul… immediately before this, however, Mercury connects to Pluto by square—this square sharpens your insight into the interplay of light and darkness, pushing you to embrace the full complexity of your inner journey… Scorpio’s influence takes Mercury into the details, where you’re asked to explore hidden truths and bring them to the surface for healing.

As the month closes, Mercury opposes Uranus, on the 30th, amplifying the tensions between the known and the unknown… this opposition shakes up your perceptions, challenging you to break free from mental ruts and embrace a more expansive view of reality.

Mercury will connect with both Neptune and Mars on the 31st, offering a moment of clarity amidst the chaos—an invitation to align your visions with your will, moving forward with renewed purpose.

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VENUSIAN VENTURES

Venus in Scorpio; Sagittarius

On October 4th, Venus connects with Saturn, offering a sobering reminder of karmic responsibilities in love and relationships…

There’s a depth to the energy that invites introspection, asking you to confront the parts of yourself that fear vulnerability… the push-pull between hope and dread is palpable, but Saturn’s influence actually promises long-term growth if you can stay the course.

From October 7th to through the 10th—Venus and Mars move in tandem, dancing between cosmic and personal dramas… this specific energy is charged with karmic tensions—deep desires and old wounds, surfacing, and revealing where transformation is most needed. Venus in Scorpio bring intense passion, but also the need to hold space for the mysteries that haven’t yet fully revealed themselves.

On the 14th, Venus opposes Uranus, stirring up unpredictable energy in relationships…

This is a time to break free from old patterns and embrace the unexpected.

Venus, when in Scorpio, thrives on intensity—but Uranus asks for radical honesty… can you balance both?

As Venus moves into Sagittarius on the 17th—the energy lightens, bringing as sense of optimism and adventure to matters of the heart.

This shift is an invitation to expand your horizons, both in love and in your creative pursuits… but by the 27th—Venus connects to Saturn, now by square, offering a final test of commitment and responsibility before the next chapter begins.

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MARS MOVEMENTS

Mars in Cancer

The month begins with Mars making a challenging connection to Saturn, creating a sense of internal division…

This aspect forces you to confront tensions between familiar comfort zones and the pull of the unknown. Spirit may be impatient for progress, but the path forward requires patience and perseverance.

On October 24th, Mars connects to Uranus, bringing sudden shifts and breakthroughs. This energy is restless and unpredictable—so expect the unexpected, and be ready to adapt to rapid changes… Mars, when in Cancer, craves security—but Uranus demands boldness.

Mars ends the month with a building opposition to Pluto, exact in November…

This aspect will be pulling you into a powerful dynamic of transformation—asking you to let go of what no longer serves and embrace the raw intensity of rebirth… it’s a time of profound insights, where you can access your deepest strengths and align with the larger forces at play.

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JUNCTURES OF JUPITER

Jupiter Direct; Stationing; Rx in Gemini

Jupiter begins October in direct motion but stations to retrograde on the 9th at 21* Gemini…

This is a time for reassessments, as Jupiter’s expansive energy slows down, inviting you to reflect on how you’ve been navigating your personal growth and goals.

There’s a pragmatic energy here—cutting deals, adapting, and streamlining are key themes.

In retrograde, Jupiter encouraged you to go back over old ground, refining your plans before moving forward.

Take this time to adjust your vision, knowing that the shifts you make now will lay the groundwork for future expansions.

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STRUCTURES OF SATURN

Saturn Rx in Pisces

As Saturn moves retrograde through degrees of Pisces, the theme of endings becomes central…

Something has ended… and what follows will be entirely different.

Saturn’s influence brings a weight of karmic reflection—there’s is regret, loss, and a sense of destiny’s magnitude overshadowing the cycles of the past…

This is a time to honor what has passed while staying open to the lessons it offers.

Saturn’s retrograde journey through Pisces asks you to find wisdom in the echoes of what once was, knowing that the inward reverberations are what truly shape the soul.

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UPHEAVALS OF URANUS

Uranus Rx in Taurus

Uranus spends the month retrograde in the late degrees of Taurus, shaking up the very foundations we’ve come to rely on…

In true Uranian fashion, this retrograde period challenges the status quo, calling you to make something extraordinary out of the ordinary.

Early in the month, Uranus asks you to look beyond surface appearances—what seems simple or mundane holds the potentials for profound transformations…

This energy feels unpredictable, of course—as if you’re sculpting reality itself, trying to tame the wild forces of change. Yet. With Uranus, the message is clear: don’t settle for What Is.

Instead, let your imagination roam free and embrace the unseen possibilities.

This is a time to reframe your circumstances, seeing obstacles more as creative opportunities.

By mid-month, Uranus squares off with Venus, amplifying the tensions between what is safe and what is revolutionary…

Relationships, values, and financial matters may feel unpredictable or volatile—you’re being asked to break free from rigid patterns, even if it feels destabilizing in the moment… the key is to stay flexible and open to the unknown, trusting that disruption paves the way for authentic growth.

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NUANCES OF NEPTUNE

Neptune Rx in Pisces

Neptune continues its retrograde journey through the final degrees of Pisces, inviting a deep. introspection and a reassessment of dreams, ideals, and spiritual beliefs…

As the planet of illusion and transcendence moves backward, you may find yourself revisiting long-held fantasies or confronting disillusionments.

Neptune’s energy is misty, and elusive—what seems clear may fade into the background, leaving you questioning your path.

This is a time to go within and confront the subconscious forces at play in your life…

What are the hidden motivations or escapist tendencies that hold you back?

Neptune, when retrograde, asks for a reckoning with reality—stripping away the illusions that have clouded your vision and judgment—it’s a subtle but profound process of refinement, as you recalibrate your inner compass.

On the 15th, the cosmic currents deepen, blurring the lines between fantasy and reality in matters of love and creativity… be mindful of projections—what feels enchanting may later reveal itself to be built on illusion.

Yet… this is also an opportunity—to tap into the higher vibrations of Neptune: compassion, unconditional love, and spiritual connection…

Surrender to the flow—but keep one eye on the shore.

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PENETRATIONS OF PLUTO

Pluto Rx at the Anaretic Degree of Capricorn… Again—for the LAST TIME

Pluto spends the month of October within the anaretic degree of Capricorn, where it has moved over in both ways for the last handful of years…

This is a point of heightened transformation where the intensity of its energy is magnified that much more… this is the final act in a long story of power, control, and transformation that Pluto has been writing since it entered Capricorn in 2008—at this degree you’re being asked, one last time, to confront the shadow aspects of authority, ambition, and structure, from both within yourself and in the world around you.

Pluto, when retrograde, within this degree, stirs up karmic depths, compelling your to face the truths you’ve avoided.

There’s an urgent need to bring the hidden into the light, to purge the outdated structures that no loner serve your highest growth… this process is uncomfortable, to say the very least—and Pluto doesn’t deal in half-measures.

By the end of the month, this ongoing transformative heat intensifies even more…

Power struggles—both internal and external—come to the forefront.

You may find yourself navigating deep conflicts or releasing old wounds that have kept you from stepping fully into your power.

This is a time of reckoning—of burning away what no longer serves so that you can step into the next phase of your personal evolution, empowered and renewed.

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MONTHLY MANTRAS & ZODIACAL GUIDANCE

Sun/Rising Overviews

ARIES SUN/RISING—HEALING

I trust my inner strength and allow my wounds to transform into my greatest power…

This month calls for healing, and bold leadership. Let your past struggles fuel your future growth, knowing that through vulnerability comes true strength.

This month challenges you to confront old wounds as Chiron continues to move within your sign and into a square with Mars—this peaks dramatically—and you are then pushed to reconcile your personal drive with collective needs… this is a time for transformation through discomfort—take action, but from a place of inner strength and wisdom… the Aries full moon on the 17th is a key moment to release what no longer serves you.

“The wound is the place where the Light enters you…”

—Rumi

TAURUS SUN/RISING—REINVENTION

I embrace change as a gateway to new forms of stability and abundance…

With Uranus shaking up your foundations, remember that the unexpected can bring opportunities—trust the process of reinvention as you create a new kind of security.

The foundations of your world may feel anything but stable—Venus opposes Uranus mid-month and, potentially, this may create additional tension in relationships and/or financial matters, but this isn’t about losing security: it’s about redefining it. October pushes you to embrace the unexpected and trust that, even through instability, new forms of grounded-ness are emerging… don’t resist the changes—flow with them.

“Sometimes in the winds of change we find our true direction.”

—unknown

GEMINI SUN/RISING—REFLECTIONS

I realign my vision with my highest truth, trusting that clarity comes with patience…

Jupiter’s retrograde encourages reflection—let this time of reassessment guide you toward authentic expansion, allowing wisdom to unfold naturally.

This is not the month for rushing ahead—it’s about revisiting your plans, refining your goals, and making adjustments for the long-term. Mercury's connection to Jupiter on the 8th brings clarity, while the connection to Neptune on the 31st inspires creativity—use this time to align your vision with your inner truth and let the insights guide your next steps.

“The quieter you become, the more you are able to hear.”

—Rumi

CANCER SUN/RISING—EMPOWERMENT

I rise through discomfort, knowing that every challenge strengthens my soul…

As Mars pushes you out of your comfort zone, embrace the discomfort as a catalyst for deeper empowerment and transformation potentials.

The t-square between Mars, the sun and Chiron on the 14th forces you to confront old fears and step out of your comfort zone… October, for you, is about finding empowerment through discomfort—trust that the breakthroughs are leading you toward a deeper sense of inner strength, purpose, and power. Watch for unexpected shifts around the 24th, when Mars connects to Uranus—embrace the new possibilities that emerge.

“Do not be afraid of sudden terrors, nor of trouble from the wicked when it comes—for the Lord will be your confidence.”

—Proverbs 3:25-26

LEO SUN/RISING—RELEASING

I release what no longer serves, making space for my true brilliance to shine…

The last quarter moon is asking you to confront ego-driven patterns… let go of what limits you, and allow your authentic self to rise through the transformation.

This is a time to let go of outdated ego-driven behaviors and step into a more aligned, authentic version of yourself—this month calls for inner work—don’t be afraid to confront the shadows… October is preparing you for a new cycle of self-expression, but only after you release what’s been holding you back.

“What we will call our destiny is truly our character, and that character can be altered.”

—Anais Nin

VIRGO SUN/RISING—PATIENCE

I trust the timing of my journey and the wisdom that unfolds in stillness…

October calls for careful reflection, especially around career goals—know that things are aligning behind the scenes, and patience will reveal the path forward.

The solar eclipse on October 2nd highlights important shifts in your public life and career—this month asks for careful planning and reflection… as Mercury, your ruling planet, connects to Jupiter on the 8th, you may find new opportunities arising, but the key is to approach these with patience and discernment… use October to recalibrate your long-term vision—everything is coming together, even if the process feels slow.

“Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting…”

—Joyce Meyer

LIBRA SUN/RISING—INTEGRATIONS

I embrace the lessons of the past, stepping boldly into the future with grace…

With the solar eclipse opening new pathways, this is your moment to integrate past wisdom and step into your personal power with balance and clarity.

October highlights, for you, personal growth and self-awareness… the beginning of the month, through the eclipse, offers you a fresh start, but not without challenges. As the t-square between Mars, Chiron and the sun peak mid-month, you will be asked to integrate lessons form the past while stepping into the next phase of your life… by month’s end, as the sun moves into Scorpio, deeper layers of this transformation will emerge, inviting you to look within more honestly.

“Your task is not to seek of love, but merely to seek and find all the barriers within yourself that you have built against it.”

—Rumi

SCORPIO SUN/RISING—TRANSFORMATIONS

I confront my shadows with courage, allowing transformation to lead me to my highest truth…

This month is intense with deep introspection, especially around relationships—trust the process of inner transformation and let it guide you to greater alignment.

Intensity reigns this month as both Venus andMars move through your sign early on… October asks you to confront deep desires and old wounds, particularly around relationships. Mid-month, the opposition between Venus and Uranus may bring sudden shifts, challenging your need for control, but by the time Mercury enters your sign on the 13th—you’ll gain clarity about your path forward… these transformations you undergo now will prepare you for the powerful Scorpio new moon on November 1st.

“It is your road and yours alone. Others may walk it with you, but no one can walk it for you.”

—Rumi

SAGITTARIUS SUN/RISING—EXPANSIONS

I expand my horizons with optimism, trusting that even experience leads me to greater wisdom…

As Venus moves into your sign, new adventures and opportunities await… embrace them with open arms, knowing that each step brings you closer to your purpose.

Venus enters your sign on the 7th, bringing lightness and sense of whimsy after a month of deep karmic introspection… the first part of October may feel heavy as you process deep transformations in your personal and professional life—but as Venus shifts, optimism returns, and you’ll feel ready to pursue new opportunities. Let the inspiration flow, and embrace the fresh perspectives that arrive with the season.

“And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you to achieve it.”

—Paulo Coelho

CAPRICORN SUN/RISING—AMBITIONS

I balance ambition with humility, trusting that my power comes from within…

October focuses on career and goals—but Pluto’s retrograde asks for inner reflection… align with your higher purpose, and let your strengths come from a place of grounded integrity.

The Capricorn first quarter moon on October 10th places a spotlight on your goals… you’re in a prime position to manifest your vision—but Pluto, retrograde in your sign, is still demanding deep inner work… the challenge this month is balancing ambitions with humility—don’t let power struggles get in the way of your true purpose. The opposition to Mars at the end of the. month might bring a final push toward transformation—stay grounded, and trust the process.

“It is not the mountains we conquer but ourselves.”

—Edmund Hillary

AQUARIUS SUN/RISING—ADAPTATIONS

I adapt to change with grace, knowing that every disruption brings me closer to freedom…

With Uranus retrograde, embrace the unexpected as part of your journey… flexibility is key to navigating this mont’s shifts, so trust that it’s all leading to greater liberation.

Uranus is shaking things up in your fourth house of home and security—and so October may feel unpredictable… the t-square on the 14th challenges you to integrate changes, especially in personal relationships—while the restlessness may feel unsettling, trust that it’s pushing you toward a new understanding of freedom. As the month progresses, you’ll begin to see the threads connecting these shifts, allowing you to create stability in a way that aligns with your true self. Ahhh, deep sigh…

“Freedom lies in being bold.”

—Robert Frost

PISCES SUN/RISING—SURRENDERING

I surrender to the flow, trusting that divine timing guides my path…

As Neptune retrogrades in your sign, the fog begins to clear—let go of illusions and allow the universe to reveal your next steps with clarity and intuition.

Neptune brings an introspective energy that calls for spiritual realignment… October, for you, is about confronting illusions and embracing a deeper truth. The opposition between Mercury and Uranus at the end of the month brings clarity around your path, shaking up your perceptions and revealing hidden insights… don’t be afraid to surrender to the flow—trust that transformations happening beneath the surface are preparing you for a new level of awareness.

“You must learn one thing: the world was made to be free in. Give up all the other worlds except the one to which you belong.”

—David Whyte