The Earth and Stars: 11 September – 8 October 2025
ASTROLOGY
Late summer’s beautiful golden light has us heading for the balance point of Autumn Equinox, when day and night will be of equal length on Sept 22.
Prior to this initiation into the fall season, Mercury conjoins the Sun in Virgo exactly, a powerful transit known as “cazami” — the Sun’s brilliant rays of light offering rebirth and renewal to the planet. In Virgo, we can look for themes of renewed interests in communication, organization, and general mental prowess. That said, with Mars opposing Chiron on Sept. 16 things could feel a little wonky, and it’ll be a good time to pause on things that are agitating you, giving them a day or two to run through your system as they will likely pass.
Also of note is that we will have a partial solar eclipse on Sept 21, along with a second Virgo new moon. This portal is a great time to consciously let go of unwanted clutter. Mars, then moving into Scorpio, will square Pluto in Aquarius Sept. 24, generating internal struggles and conflict; be careful on the roads and at your jobs, as it may cause collectively challenging energy.
With Venus conjoining the south node in Virgo on Oct. 4, this will be a good day of reflective astro vibes to think about what you value in your relationships. Lastly, the full moon in Aries will rise on Oct. 6.
NATURAL MAGIC
For Mercury’s rebirth with the Sun in Virgo, it’s a great time to connect with your world of thought, literature, and information. Start that book you’ve been waiting to dive into. Or maybe it’s time to begin a gratitude-journaling practice; upon waking and before laying down at night, writing out five things you are grateful for in your life. Further, if you have ever considered writing a book or simply writing creatively for joy, this would be a wonderful time to do so. It can also be fun to read a beloved novel again, this time out loud to yourself or with a dear friend – which can offer a fresh perspective and a more in-depth understanding of the artist’s words.
And then, on Oct. 6 with that fiery Aries Full Moon, consider stepping into your power with a ritual of release and renewal by connecting to Mars, the ruler of Aries, for protection and vitality. Do so by lighting a red candle to honor the planet. Then write down what no longer serves you – fears, doubts, stagnant patterns – and burn the paper and let the flames transmute the old energy. Finally, anoint yourself with cinnamon or rosemary oil for added determination and go outside to bathe in the radiance of the full moon. Stand tall, breathe deeply, and honor your inner fire by dancing freely and absolutely letting loose.
