GALORESCOPES ARE BACK. AGAIN. YOUR WEEKLY HOROSCOPE FOR OCT. 19–25
Before we begin, yes.
I know what day it is.
In my defense, I had a cold (but dropped 5 lbs. so there’s that)
And frankly, the planets haven’t exactly been helping.
We missed a week. Mercury isn’t even retrograde until Saturday, so unfortunately I cannot blame him for this.
Which is devastating.
I had a whole explanation prepared.
Anyway.
Welcome back to GALORESCOPES.
We’re entering this week already in progress, which feels appropriate considering the current state of everyone’s personal lives.
Venus is still retrograde in Scorpio, asking uncomfortable questions about relationships, money, attraction and why we keep entertaining people we already have extensive documentation on.
Tuesday brought a tense square between Venus and Pluto. So if something felt unnecessarily personal, that might explain the mood.
Then on Friday, October 23, the Sun enters Scorpio.
Happy birthday to everyone who enjoys a little mystery, emotional surveillance and knowing information they absolutely should not have access to.
That same day, Venus meets the Sun in Scorpio, offering a moment of clarity about what we actually want.
Lovely.
Except Mercury goes retrograde in Scorpio on Saturday, October 24.
Of course he does.
And on Sunday, Venus returns to Libra, bringing relationships, fairness and old decisions back onto the agenda.
There’s also a Taurus Full Moon arriving at the very edge of the week, overnight Sunday into Monday for those of us on the East Coast.
So, essentially, we’re reviewing everything.
Our choices.
Our relationships.
Our spending habits.
That message we probably shouldn’t have sent.
And possibly the person we became while waiting for someone to respond.
Wonderful.
Let’s see what everyone has been doing while I’ve been away.
♈ ARIES
We need to discuss your relationship with control.
Specifically, what happens when you don’t have any.
Scorpio season is activating the part of your chart connected to intimacy, trust and shared finances, which means you may find yourself examining arrangements that have been working beautifully for everyone except you.
Interesting.
Someone may owe you money.
An explanation.
An apology.
Possibly all three.
Mercury turning retrograde on Saturday could reopen a financial conversation or an emotional issue you thought was settled.
You do not need to approach every situation like you’re presenting evidence before a congressional committee.
Although I understand the temptation.
Venus returning to Libra on Sunday puts relationships back under the microscope.
Before you confront someone, consider whether you’re looking for understanding or simply the satisfaction of being right.
YOUR MOVE: Review the agreements you’ve been making, financially and emotionally.
YOUR TEXT: “I want to make sure we’re being fair about this.”
Mature.
Unexpected.
We support it.
♉ TAURUS
Hello.
How are we feeling about other people?
No, seriously.
Your relationship sector is extremely busy this week.
The Sun enters Scorpio on Friday, and Mercury turns retrograde there on Saturday, bringing partnerships, expectations and unfinished conversations into focus.
Which is unfortunate because you were just beginning to enjoy the silence.
Someone might revisit an old disagreement.
Or perhaps you’re recognizing a pattern in a current relationship that you previously excused because the person had nice eyebrows.
We’ve all been there.
Meanwhile, your ruler Venus moves back into Libra on Sunday, reminding you that your everyday routine is also a relationship.
With yourself.
Very intimate.
The Taurus Full Moon arrives at the edge of the week, putting your own needs and identity in the spotlight.
You are allowed to change your mind.
Even after you’ve made a very passionate speech about why you never would.
YOUR MOVE: Ask for what you need without making someone guess.
YOUR TEXT: “I’ve been thinking about what works for me.”
As you should.
♊ GEMINI
Let’s discuss your schedule.
Actually, let’s not.
It looks frightening.
Scorpio season is arriving in your work, wellness and routine sector, which means the little things you’ve been putting off may suddenly become very loud.
The appointment.
The email.
The laundry.
That one project that has been 90 percent finished since August.
Mercury, your ruling planet, goes retrograde Saturday.
So naturally, you’ll want to reorganize your entire life using an elaborate system that only you understand.
Please start with one thing.
Venus moving back into Libra on Sunday brings some attention to your creative and romantic life.
Remember that?
Fun?
Pleasure?
Doing something without immediately thinking about how you could turn it into content?
You are allowed to enjoy yourself without developing a business model around the experience.
YOUR MOVE: Finish something small before starting something enormous.
YOUR TEXT: “Can we push this to next week?”
Look at you.
Establishing boundaries.
Very chic.
♋ CANCER
Oh, you’re feeling romantic.
Or creative.
Or nostalgic.
Which, for you, can occasionally be the same thing.
The Sun moves into Scorpio on Friday, lighting up romance, pleasure and self-expression.
Someone could catch your attention.
Perhaps someone familiar.
Venus retrograde has been reviewing your romantic history, and Mercury turning retrograde could bring back a conversation you thought had concluded.
Before we reopen the museum, I have one question.
Did you actually miss this person?
Or did you miss how your hair looked during that particular period of your life?
Important distinction.
Venus returning to Libra on Sunday pulls your attention toward home and emotional security.
You may want to redecorate, stay in or spend time around people who make you feel comfortable.
Do that.
Not every emotional discovery requires a dramatic announcement.
YOUR MOVE: Make time for something creative that belongs entirely to you.
YOUR TEXT: “I had a really good time with you.”
Oh?
Okay.
♌ LEO
Everybody wants something from you.
Naturally.
But when was the last time you asked yourself what you wanted?
Scorpio season moves into your home and family sector Friday, shifting attention toward your private life.
Which is difficult because your public life has apparently scheduled seventeen meetings.
Something at home may need attention.
A conversation.
A repair.
An old family issue that keeps reappearing despite several attempts to declare it resolved.
Mercury turning retrograde could bring one of those conversations back around.
Take your time.
Meanwhile, the approaching Taurus Full Moon illuminates your career and public image.
There’s a difference between being successful and being permanently available.
You know this.
You just occasionally forget when someone tells you you’re the only person who can handle something.
Flattering.
Also suspicious.
YOUR MOVE: Protect your private time with the same enthusiasm you protect your reputation.
YOUR TEXT: “I’ll get back to you when I have time.”
And please.
Actually mean it.
♍ VIRGO
Before you send that email.
Read it again.
I know you already did.
Read it once more.
Your ruling planet Mercury turns retrograde in your communication sector Saturday, bringing conversations, documents, plans and unfinished business back into focus.
Which, frankly, sounds like your normal Tuesday.
The difference is that something you previously overlooked may become apparent.
An incorrect detail.
A misunderstood message.
A conversation where both people apparently heard completely different things.
Don’t panic.
You’re very good at fixing things.
But not everything requires a twelve-step corrective action plan.
Venus returning to Libra on Sunday turns attention toward money and self-worth.
You may be reconsidering a purchase or questioning whether you’re being properly compensated for your time.
Excellent question.
The answer may surprise you.
YOUR MOVE: Edit before reacting, and stop volunteering for problems that aren’t yours.
YOUR TEXT: “Just to clarify what we discussed…”
Of course.
There she is.
♎ LIBRA
Birthday season is coming to an end.
I hope you enjoyed it.
Or at least took enough photographs to suggest you did.
The Sun enters Scorpio on Friday, bringing attention to money, possessions and what you value.
Unfortunately, the birthday spending must now be addressed.
Yes.
All of it.
Mercury retrograde begins Saturday in this same part of your chart, so double-check purchases, payments and financial arrangements.
Meanwhile, Venus, your ruler, returns to Libra on Sunday.
Hello again.
This brings the focus back to you.
Your appearance.
Your relationships.
Your sense of identity.
And the version of yourself you’ve been trying to become.
You may feel tempted to announce a complete reinvention.
New wardrobe.
New hair.
New personality.
New rules for dating.
Cute.
But before we change everything, can we determine what actually needs changing?
YOUR MOVE: Revisit one decision you made to keep somebody else comfortable.
YOUR TEXT: “I’ve changed my mind.”
Four words.
No apology.
Beautiful.
♏ SCORPIO
Everybody please be quiet.
It’s their season.
The Sun enters Scorpio on Friday, and naturally the universe has arranged an entire series of personal revelations to celebrate.
Venus is retrograde in your sign.
Mercury goes retrograde in your sign Saturday.
And Venus meets the Sun on Friday, offering a chance to see something about yourself more clearly.
Congratulations.
You are both the main character and the investigation.
You may be questioning your identity, your romantic choices or a decision that once felt completely obvious.
It’s possible someone from your past has resurfaced.
It’s also possible you’ve been mentally revisiting someone who hasn’t contacted you at all.
Both situations deserve restraint.
On Sunday, Venus returns to Libra, encouraging privacy, rest and emotional processing.
Which means you don’t have to tell everyone what you’ve discovered.
Especially when you’re still figuring it out yourself.
YOUR MOVE: Let yourself evolve without announcing the transformation.
YOUR TEXT: “I’m taking some time for myself.”
Very mysterious.
Very on brand.
♐ SAGITTARIUS
Where have you been?
No, really.
Your energy has been a little difficult to locate.
Scorpio season activates the quietest part of your chart, asking you to rest, reflect and acknowledge whatever has been going on beneath the surface.
Mercury retrograde begins Saturday, so old thoughts, dreams or unfinished emotional business may return.
Perhaps you’ve been thinking about someone.
Perhaps you’ve been reconsidering a decision.
Perhaps you just need eight consecutive hours of sleep.
Let’s not rule that out.
Venus moves back into Libra on Sunday, putting friendships and your social life under review.
You might reconnect with someone you haven’t seen in a while.
But please remember that missing someone does not automatically mean you need them back in your life.
Sometimes nostalgia is just boredom wearing perfume.
YOUR MOVE: Spend time alone without treating it like a punishment.
YOUR TEXT: “I’ve been meaning to check in.”
Only send it if you genuinely want a response.
Thank you.
♑ CAPRICORN
We need to discuss your five-year plan.
Again.
The Sun enters Scorpio on Friday, shifting your attention toward friendships, connections and your vision for the future.
You may be questioning whether the people around you actually support the life you’re building.
Mercury retrograde could bring an old connection or professional conversation back into focus.
Interesting.
But not every opportunity deserves a meeting.
You are allowed to decline things that look impressive on paper but sound exhausting in practice.
Venus moves back into Libra on Sunday, revisiting your career, reputation and professional relationships.
There may be a conversation about your role or responsibilities that needs another look.
Meanwhile, the approaching Taurus Full Moon reminds you that enjoyment is also productive.
I know.
Revolutionary concept.
You can have a successful life and still occasionally do something with absolutely no measurable outcome.
YOUR MOVE: Revisit a long-term goal and make sure you still want it.
YOUR TEXT: “I’d love to discuss what comes next.”
Professional.
Concise.
Potentially expensive.
Love that.
♒ AQUARIUS
You have an idea.
Of course you do.
The question is whether anyone knows what you’re talking about.
Scorpio season enters your career sector Friday, bringing attention to your ambitions, reputation and professional direction.
Something about how you work may be changing.
Mercury retrograde Saturday could bring an old project, conversation or opportunity back around.
Before you announce a complete change of direction, make sure the new plan exists outside your imagination.
A document would be nice.
Maybe a folder.
Anything.
Venus returns to Libra on Sunday, encouraging you to revisit a creative idea, educational opportunity or travel plan.
You may feel inspired to learn something new.
Wonderful.
Just remember that buying all the equipment for a hobby is not technically the same as beginning it.
Meanwhile, the Taurus Full Moon approaching overnight draws attention to your home and personal foundation.
Make sure the life behind the scenes supports the one you’re building publicly.
YOUR MOVE: Take one concrete step toward an idea you’ve been entertaining.
YOUR TEXT: “I have something I’d love to run by you.”
We know.
♓ PISCES
You need a change of scenery.
Or a new perspective.
Or possibly both.
Scorpio season activates travel, learning, beliefs and bigger-picture thinking for you this week.
Something has you questioning what you previously believed to be true.
Mercury turning retrograde Saturday may bring an old plan, educational opportunity or unfinished conversation back into focus.
Perhaps a trip you wanted to take.
A project you abandoned.
A subject you’ve been curious about for years.
You don’t need to figure out your entire future before exploring something new.
Venus returning to Libra on Sunday brings attention to intimacy, trust and shared responsibilities.
If an arrangement has become uneven, it’s time to acknowledge that.
And with the Taurus Full Moon approaching, conversations may feel particularly revealing.
Before you assume someone knows how you feel, consider the possibility that they genuinely have no idea.
Terrifying, I know.
YOUR MOVE: Say what you actually mean instead of hoping someone notices.
YOUR TEXT: “Can I be honest about something?”
Please do.
We’re listening.
OKAY, SO WHAT HAVE WE LEARNED?
Scorpio season wants honesty.
Venus retrograde wants us to reconsider what we love, what we value and who we’ve been allowing into our lives.
Mercury retrograde wants us to review the details before making any dramatic decisions.
And the approaching Taurus Full Moon wants us to confront what we actually need to feel secure.
That’s a lot of requests.
Especially considering we haven’t even finished October.
So here’s the plan.
Answer the email.
Check your bank account.
Stop pretending you didn’t see the message.
Wear the outfit.
Make the appointment.
Reconsider the relationship.
And please, for the love of everything, stop confusing familiarity with compatibility.
Just because someone knows your coffee order does not mean they should have access to your emotional well-being.
Anyway.
I’ll see you next week.
On time, ideally.
No promises.
TTYL.
