Following a defocused, muddled and even relaxed atmosphere of September, October 2021 rises tension and conflicting tendencies. The month starts on an exact square between, both retrograde, Mercury in Libra and Pluto in Capricorn, opening the gate for already familiar manipulations with information, deliberate confusions and misunderstandings, ripped out of context exaggerations and plain witch-hunt.
As Pluto gains power, the pressure rises, and we are likely to notice circumstances that will push for a change provoking open conflicts, heated debates, and strong emotions. New Moon on the 6th joins the planetary stellium in Libra highlighting the intention of a balanced approach and peaceful resolution of controversies, but just the intention is not enough. With Mars and Sun in Libra, it’s best to actively follow this vibe and actually practice diplomacy and distancing. This planetary tandem is prone to inadequate and aggressive manifestations in addition to a generally tense and provocative climate that will last throughout a month.
By the start of the second week, the atmosphere might feel ambivalent. Strong energetic charge and call for action will stumble upon some restrictive factors. Stationary Saturn in Aquarius with its limiting nature, and boiling energy of Pluto, in combination are like a symbolic volcano, ready to burst. It can be beneficial to apply excessive energy of this period to the activities that need precise focus and concentration. Venus ingression to Sagittarius will lighten the emotional sphere and help productive self-expression.
The beginning of the third week will bring an increase in ambitions. Jupiter in trine to Mars and Sun will fuel the desire for achievements, authoritative positioning and general recognition. This will be a good moment for socially-oriented leaders if they can keep course on collective values, not personal gain. Jupiter in October offers an opportunity for personal growth through controversial circumstances and uneven emotions of the month. Mercury’s turn direct will give a chance to clearly grasp and conclude certain topics of past September.
Full Moon on the 20th (add a couple of days before and after) is highly charged with conflicting energies of Sun, Mars and Pluto, unveiling a clash between individual will and collective power. This is time with a strong destructive potential yet with a potent energetic resource for actions. Used wisely, with a cool head, pure intentions and respect to others, the energy of this period can bring productive transformation and progress in life.
Sun moving into Scorpio, in the last week of October provides background for the natural expression of the accumulated fervour, with the most effective time starting at the very end of the month.
October 2021 is actively discordant, accident-prone, and challenging but through that, it will also present prospects of concentration, growth, transformation and evolution.