October 2025 Newsletter
Dearest Friends
Kindly note that the days and times given below are in Pacific Time (including AZ). For Rocky Mountain Time add 1 hr. For Central Time, add 2 hours. For Eastern Standard Time, add 3 hours. For Alaskan Time, subtract 1 hour. For Hawaii-Aleutian Time, subtract 2 hours. For Greenwich, add 8 hours. For Central European time (CET) add 9 hours, for Eastern European Time (EET), add 10 hours.
OCTOBER 2025
ORACLE CARD OF THE MONTH: “Finely tuned emotions” (Pluto in Water). Squandered emotions, as well as undermining or misguided efforts could bring delusion, destruction, or chaos. Inner growth strengthens our character. Solitary contemplative metaphysical research is encouraged. This month favors making the contents of our subconscious mind conscious, possibly through the development of telepathy or simply of our intense sensitivity. Deep emotional involvements reinforce our sense of purpose. Our knowingness of the feelings and thoughts of others is profound, and helping them, promotes mutual happiness. Our potential for inner transformation is immense. If we manage to rise above temptations, our magnetism and inspirational qualities have the potential to influence and add great value to our community. Out of a possible life and death decision comes an understanding of the purpose of our incarnation.
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Saturn remains retrograde this whole month until November 27. The degrees covered in October (27º45’-25º31’ Pisces) are represented by: “A fertile garden under the Full Moon reveals a variety of full-grown vegetables”, “The Harvest Moon illumines a clear autumnal sky”, and “Watching the very thin Moon crescent appearing at sunset, different people realize the time has come to go ahead with their different projects.” We are being asked to learn our lessons from possible past failures or disappointments, work on our insecurities, reevaluate our plans, and most of all trust our feelings. This whole month, our intuition is a powerful guide that strengthens our self-confidence and with patience and solidity, helps us concretize our dreams and ambitions.
Uranus remain retrograde this whole month till February 3, 2026. Its shadow period remains until March 13, 2026. The degrees covered in October (1º13’-0º19’ Gemini) are represented by: “Santa Claus furtively filling stockings hanging in front of the fireplace” and “A glass-bottomed boat reveals undersea wonders”. Surprise excavations are likely to re-write our history. Under-water discoveries could confirm our ancient, deep connections to star beings. Unexpected information that resembles what we could read in a science fiction novel, gives humanity a surprising new level of freedom.
Neptune remains retrograde this whole month until December 10th. The degrees traveled in October (0º33’Aries-29º49’ Pisces) are symbolized by: “A woman just risen from the sea. A seal is embracing her” and “A majestic rock formation resembling a face is idealized by a boy who takes it as his ideal of greatness, and as he grows up, begins to look like it.” We become that which we admire. What ideals do we follow? Who are our role models? What qualities do we emulate? What talents do we respect? In shamanism, symbols of peace and pleasure, seals awaken our inner child. It is also time to dig deeper into our subconscious and find what brings us joy.
Pluto turns direct on October 13 at 1º22’ Aquarius. This degree is associated with the following image: “An unexpected thunderstorm”. The concentration of power in the people is at its maximum. All the frustration, resentment, anger, sense of having been lied to or abused that had been brewing deep within, is now erupting. The clearing of these festering emotions allows a much healthier path to be revealed.
Venus enters Libra on 10/13 till November 6. During the next 3 weeks, our love for luxury, comfort, and beauty is intensified. We are likely to express ourselves with more charm and elegance. Poised and fashionable, we tend to also be more diplomatic in our social interactions, gentle, kind, pleasing, and adaptable, treating others the way we would like to be treated ourselves. We also seek companionship and a romantic relationship that is based on true affection and equality. This is a great period to pamper ourselves, take care of our physical appearance, refine our style, and redecorate our home. Artistic endeavors are favored. We enjoy all things that bring peace, balance, harmony, and beauty. Financial challenges could affect our mood. While weighing the pros and the cons of our decisions, we could seem a little slow in making up our mind. Non-confrontational, during the next 3 weeks, we tend to shy away from disagreements, conflicts, discord, and anger.
Neptune returns to Pisces for the last time on 10/22 till January 27, 2026. This is the last time Neptune will be in his own sign since it entered Pisces in 2012. Its next passage through Pisces will happen in about 164 years. During the past 13 years the masses have been manipulated by false images and fake news. Discriminating what was true from what wasn’t became a challenge as we were led to believe that what was good was bad and what was bad was good. Fear-induced bizarre experiments seduced the people, creating world-wide fear of things that were not tangible, nor backed by any solid proof. An explosion of channeled information helped all at once raise the frequency of humanity but there were also questionable messages injected with spiritual imagination that were misguiding and put some people to sleep. Scientists started speaking like mystics as their discoveries supported what spirituality had always claimed to be the fabric of life. The quality of water and its availability -as some places on earth experienced droughts and others unprecedented floods-, became a topic of great concern. Gender, race, religious and cultural differences, as well as borders became blurred. With the uncertainty and disintegration of what we had thought to be unshakable aspects of life, came confusion. But also, thanks to social medias and the easy access to editing tools, the creative talents of many previously unknown artists went viral, re-shaping the way we perceived society. Aspects of our personality started unraveling, and in those whose psychic balance was not strong enough, mental health issues became apparent. A tapestry of intangible forces beyond our conscious control swept humanity in a way that could not be understood by our logical mind. The only way to reach a higher level of evolution and become the “Great Man/Woman” the I-Ching had been talking about for eons was to revitalize our faith, share selfless acts of generosity, kindness, compassion, and tolerance, as well as surrender to our intuition.
The next 3 months are now our last chance, to not search for a picture-perfect reality and pretend to be what we are not, but to truly embrace our spiritual truth. The time has come to stop drifting away in a make-believe reality, that we may walk our talk with honesty and diligence. Only by tapping into the laws of creation in a sound, realistic manner, shall we concretely create a better world.
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The Moon will be Void of Course (V/O –forming no major aspect with any planet before entering the following sign-):
On Wednesday 10/1 between 11:33 AM and 3:52 PM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.
On Friday 10/3 between 11:15 AM and 7:07 PM: when the Moon enters Pisces.
On Sunday 10/5 between 5:30 PM and 9:48 PM: when the Moon enters Aries.
On Tuesday 10/7 between 11:24 AM and 10:12 PM: when the Moon enters Taurus.
On Thursday 10/9 between 5:31 PM and 10:12 PM: when the Moon enters Gemini.
On Saturday 10/11 between 7:56 PM and 11:37 PM: when the Moon enters Cancer.
From Monday 10/13 at 10:05 PM till Tuesday 10/14 at 3:47 AM: when the Moon enters Leo.
From Wednesday 10/15 at 10:06 PM and Thursday 10/16 at 11:06 AM: when the Moon enters Virgo.
On Saturday 10/18 between 2:10 PM and 9:01 PM: when the Moon enters Libra.
On Tuesday 10/21 between 5:25 AM and 8:42 AM: when the Moon enters Scorpio.
On Thursday 10/23 between 9:14 PM and 9:19 PM (just 5 minutes!): when the Moon enters Sagittarius.
On Sunday 10/26 between 9:42 AM and 9:53 AM: when the Moon enters Capricorn.
On Tuesday 10/28 between 8:38 PM and 8:55 PM: when the Moon enters Aquarius.
From Thursday 10/30 at 11:15 PM till Friday 10/31 at 4:46 AM: when the Moon enters Pisces.
Mark these periods in red in your calendar and avoid scheduling anything of importance during these times as they would amount to… NO thing!
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Scheduling our activities using the zodiacal position of the Moon
Moon in Aquarius till Friday 10/3 at 7:06 PM + between Tuesday 10/28 at 8:55 PM and Friday 10/31 at 4:45 AM: Perfect for philanthropic activities, charitable organizations, meeting with friends, making new acquaintances. Good also for inventions, far out, progressive ideas, inter-dimensional and time travel, anything related to UFOs, computers, and technology in general….
Moon in Pisces between Friday 10/3 at 7:07 PM and Sunday 10/5 at 9:47 PM + between Friday 10/31 at 4:46 AM and Sunday 11/2 at 7:38 AM: Great for meditating, sitting by the ocean, anything related to the sacred, dancing, painting, swimming, dreaming, music, photography, film, sleeping, channeling, connecting with the mystical, the magic and the oneness of all that is…
Moon in Aries between Sunday 10/5 at 9:48 PM and Tuesday 10/7 at 10:11 PM: Perfect for intense physical activities, anything requiring forceful, direct action and self-assertion. Good also for leadership, spontaneity, good will, being a way shower, initiating new projects or bringing our car to the mechanic….
Moon in Taurus between Tuesday 10/7 at 10:12 PM and Thursday 10/9 at 10:11 PM: Perfect for any financial matter: paying our bills/debts, asking for the money that is owed to us, opening a bank account, investing in real estate, buying, and selling. Perfect also for a stroll in the park, going to the countryside, connecting with our Mother the Earth… Good also for gardening, pottery, sculpting, as well as bodywork…
Moon in Gemini between Thursday 10/9 at 10:12 PM and Saturday 10/11 at 11:36 PM: Excellent for multi-tasking, curiosity, any form of communication, exchanging information, sending e-mails, calling friends and acquaintances. Great also for social activities, attending conferences, reading a book, watching a documentary, gathering data on various topics, connecting with new people….
Moon in Cancer between Saturday 10/11 at 11:37 PM and Tuesday 10/14 at 3:46 AM: Perfect for family activities, especially those involving children. Good for spending more time at home, cooking, nurturing ourselves and those we love, inviting the people we cherish over for dinner. Excellent also for drawing, creative writing, humor, and anything requiring imagination and a touch of craziness….
Moon in Leo between Tuesday 10/14 at 3:47 AM and Thursday 10/16 at 11:05 AM: Excellent for anything glamorous, dramatic performances, being in the public’s eye, throwing or attending an elegant party, playing with children, romance, and creativity in general…
Moon in Virgo between Thursday 10/16 at 11:06 AM and Saturday 10/18 at 9:00 PM: Excellent for starting a new fitness program, learning, healthy nutrition, fasting, clearing our closets, cleaning our home, reorganizing our drawers…. Perfect also for detailed work, the focused use of our intelligence, and taking care of small pets….
Moon in Libra between Saturday 10/18 at 9:01 PM and Tuesday 10/21 at 8:41 AM: Great for relationships, associations, diplomatic exchanges with others, anything related to beauty (a haircut, buying new clothes, a make-over…), art (especially painting and decorating…), a pleasant social event (concert, art exhibition…).
Moon in Scorpio between Tuesday 10/21 at 8:42 AM and Thursday 10/23 at 9:18 PM: Perfect for scientific research, esoteric studies, self-transformation, shamanism, dealing with the mysteries of life, death, and sexuality, as well as insurances and issues involving personal power.
Moon in Sagittarius between Thursday 10/23 at 9:19 PM and Sunday 10/26 at 9:52 AM: Perfect for traveling, religious and/or philosophical activities or matters related to higher education and the law. Excellent for lecturing, learning, perfecting a foreign language, exploring other cultures… Perfect also for athletic training and tending to large animals (horses….).
Moon in Capricorn between Sunday 10/26 at 9:53 AM and Tuesday 10/28 at 8:54 PM: Good for furthering our ambitions, asking for a promotion, enlisting the support of people in positions of authority, making a good impression, re-structuring our business, and redefining our long-term goals…
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This month’s intentional meditation is particularly powerful since both the Full and New Moons are eclipses. It starts on Monday 10/6. Take out as many blank sheets of paper as you have intentions and place them near a window, on a balcony or in a garden so that they bask in the light of the Full Moon in Aries at exactly 8:48 PM. Once that moment has passed, gather your Full Moon charged blank sheets and place them in a folder until the next New Moon.
On Tuesday 10/21, take out your blank full moon charged papers and write on each a concise, positive intention. Place them on a balcony, in a garden or near a window so that they are out by exactly 5:25 AM for the New Moon in Libra. Once that moment has passed, staple them together and put them away in a folder expecting the manifestation of all your dreams….
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Wednesday 10/1: Mercury Square Jupiter (1:59 PM)
We should be careful to not promise more than we can deliver. Blind trust is unwise. Today, if an offer seems too good to be true, it probably is. Our judgement in legal and financial matters tends to err on the excessive side. If we need to make a large purchase, we should seek a second opinion to make sure we are not overpaying. As long as they do not degenerate into exaggerated self-righteousness or arrogance, our optimism, as well as our ability to focus on the silver lining of every dark cloud and think in terms of the big picture, enhance our strength. If we plan things carefully, remain flexible and moderate, this is a great day for business transactions and improving our character.
Monday 10/6: Mercury enters Scorpio (9:41 AM) till 10/29
The next 3 weeks are marked by our intense concentration, penetrating insights, and profound levels of intuition. Fascinated by difficult problems, the underworld, and obscure mysteries, we go to great depths to find satisfactory answers to our questions. Our ability to find within ourselves incredible inner resources, enables us to overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles. We may be more secretive than usual, but when we do speak our mind, we are sharp and determined. Despising weakness, we are likely to speak the truth decisively without too much concern for sparing people’s egos. We just need to avoid being overly suspicious, mistrusting, or plotting with ulterior motives.
Tuesday 10/7: Mercury Square Pluto (7:41 AM)
A day of profound thinking. We tend to be introspective, our awareness is intensified, and our deep insights into situations and people bring hidden aspects to light. We could find it difficult to discuss personal problems. Proving overly suspicious, indulging in obsessive thoughts, making compulsive decisions, or trying to force our ideas upon others is not recommended. Our plans could be frustrated. Our most cherished ideas could be challenged. Issues around jealousy or bullying could surface and we could experience power struggles with siblings, cousins, uncles, aunts, or neighbors. Today, knowledge is power and if we can keep our own counsel and manage to remain deliberate and calculated in our speech, we shall find that our charisma is particularly compelling.
Wednesday 10/8: Venus Sextile Jupiter (4:41 AM)
An expansive, beneficial day. Our warm-heartedness, generosity, kindness, grace, and charm put others at ease. Social activities and partnerships of all kinds are favored. Our optimistic serenity and happy disposition attract abundant affection. New friendships with high-spirited, ethical people are enriching. An excellent transit for businesses dealing with luxury items, acquiring expensive furniture, getting a make-over, or buying fashionable clothes. Cultural endeavors, as well artistic activities are encouraged. Financial affairs are beneficial. This is an excellent aspect for planning our material future. Legal matters are also advantageous. A pleasant long-distance trip enhances our consciousness.
Saturday 10/11: Venus Opposition Saturn (4:11 AM)
We could feel a little discouraged, lonely, and depressed. Family or work-related obligations tend to be emotionally exhausting. Laying some heavy responsibilities on us, our relationships could feel cold and unsupportive. Not a good day for a date. Social dealings require of us calm, reserve, and seriousness. We could be attracted to older people whose maturity, success, and reliability we respect. Money comes through hard work and effort. A day to give a concrete form to a creative idea with patience and persistence. A good transit for home repairs, cleaning, organizing, and taking care of our skin, teeth, nails, and eyesight.
Monday 10/13: Venus enters Libra (2:19 PM till November 6), Venus Opposition Neptune (6:16 PM)
Re-Venus in Libra, kindly refer to the opening paragraph. Today, more specifically, relationships could be confusing, and at worst, a complete lie. We tend to harbor unrealistic ideals and place a love interest on an unhealthy and undeserved pedestal. Swayed by a strong need to live a romantic dream and fearing loneliness or rejection, we could fall prey to a false sense of love, anxiety, and emotional dependency. We should be most wary of a connection demanding that we sacrifice our own needs to honor the commands of another. More than ever should we avoid clandestine affairs, fraudulent financial activities, undermining social situations, or wishful thinking that completely distorts our perception of reality.
Tuesday 10/14: Venus Trine Uranus (7:10 AM), Venus Trine Pluto (4:45 PM)
A perfect day to break the routine. A surprising event could inspire us to try something new. Our social life is likely to widen. We are stimulated by dynamic, fascinating, freeing characters who introduce us to new ideas, and expand our perception of the world. Our esthetic tastes could become somewhat eclectic. An unexpected financial development could occur, positive, provided we avoid impulsive investments. Friendship and love are intimately connected. Love is a catalyst of great transformation. Emotions that had been buried for a while resurface to be examined, purged, and released. Our magnetic appeal and sexual drive are enhanced. Disclosures lead to clearer, new beginnings. Artists experience an intensity of inspiration. Money brings a sense of power.
Thursday 10/16: Sun Square Jupiter (10:43 PM)
Because we tend to want more out of life than we have, our restlessness with our current circumstances makes us prone to exaggerations. We could go over budget, eat or drink too much, over-dress, or exert an inflated sense of self. However, biting more than we can chew, having overly optimistic expectations or promising more than we can deliver is ill-advised. Buying, selling, investing, gambling, or engaging in a legal procedure is best postponed until a more auspicious transit. Today, to move ahead, we need to exercise self-restraint, reevaluate our moral values, and express ourselves with humility and gratitude.
Sunday 10/19: Mercury Conjunct Mars (11:52 PM)
Today, our mind is lively and sharp, and our insights are penetrating. Competitive, we enjoy intellectual challenges. Not exactly fluffy in the way we express ourselves, we go straight to the point, are potentially tactless and abrupt. Debates are appealing. Righteous, we do not shy away from vehemently defending our position. However, we could get triggered by trivial matters, become defensive over issues that are not important, or get into heated arguments. This transit is great for journalists, investigators, and orators. But we should be careful when driving, as haste, impulsivity, and impatience could make us accident-prone. Vigorous physical exercise can help us blow off some steam.
Wednesday 10/22: Neptune re-enters Pisces (2:46 AM) till January 27, 2026, the Sun enters Scorpio (8:51 PM till November 21)
Re-Neptune in Pisces, kindly refer to the opening paragraph. The coming month is marked by the intensification of our tenacity, passion, and forceful energy. Our regenerative powers are extraordinary, as are our endurance and unflinching courage in the face of adversity. The next 4 weeks are particularly conducive to research, metaphysical studies, science, and the exploration of mysteries. Our ability to see people and situations with clarity, helps us make enlightened decisions. Masters of our own destiny, and immensely loyal to a chosen few, if we are careful to not be too brusque, sarcastic or self-destructive, we have the power to reach success in all our endeavors.
Friday 10/24: Sun Square Pluto (6:25 AM), Mercury Trine Jupiter (8:08 AM)
A great day to release patterns that no longer serve us and make radical changes. We work through obstacles without sacrificing our integrity. This transit gives us the strength of character, maturity, and clarity to move forward with power. However, we should be careful to not express ourselves in a manner that is too forceful, domineering, or aggressive as this would only create strain and tensions. The end justifies the means only if it to everyone’s advantage. Past situations in need of restructuring are resolved faster if we cooperate with each other for the highest good of all.
With a strong self-confidence, faith in life, and positive expectations, things tend to go our way. We see all the possibilities, and as long as we remain disciplined and organized and avoid taking the easy way out, we strike a good balance between our attention to practical details and a more global perspective. A great day for intellectual progress, reading, writing, teaching, advertising, buying, selling, trading or signing a contract.
Saturday 10/25: Mercury Trine Saturn (2:17 PM)
Today, we view life more seriously, have important concerns, are patient, pragmatic, methodical, and controlled. Preferring silence, we only speak if we have something valuable to contribute to the conversation, with honesty, logic, and directness. Our critical faculties are sharp. A great day for working out the finer details, studying quietly, finishing a report, or staying alone with our thoughts. Our planification is efficient, our organization, superb, and we accomplish what needs to be done with thoroughness.
Monday 10/27: Mars Trine Jupiter (11:19 PM)
We meet challenges with a lot of optimism and adventurousness. Invigorated by interesting people and stimulating projects, we work enthusiastically with honor and integrity at activities that seem fun and exciting. Speaking our mind with honesty gains us the respect of others and makes them have faith in us. We might be too impulsive, but somehow things work out to our advantage. We are clear on who we are and what we need. A fabulous day to expand our business, renovate our home, further our education, attend a professional training program, or join a religious or cultural organization. We may receive a return on a previous investment and demonstrate much generosity towards those less fortunate than ourselves.
Wednesday 10/29: Mercury Trine Neptune (12:15 AM), Mercury enters Sagittarius (4:02 AM till November 18), Mars Trine Saturn (12:06 PM), Mercury Opposition Uranus (12:36 PM)
Our mind is particularly fertile today. Our sense of humor is sharp, our imagination vivid, our capacity for visualization highly develops, and our artistic talents, enhanced. Our instincts are highly developed, our intuition, compelling, and our senses, finely tuned.
During the next 3 weeks, our outlook is more philosophical. Long-distance traveling, learning a foreign language, developing our understanding of religion, and furthering our education are appealing. We express ourselves with honesty, have a keen sense of justice, insist on being well-informed, and demand mental freedom. Our optimism, faith in life, self-confidence, and enthusiasm help us embrace goals that are enriching not just for ourselves but for others also. Willing to work hard, we put in the necessary extra hours for what we want. Our determination, courage, and discipline enable us to achieve our goals and ambitions. Resourceful, we deal well with emergencies, and seek constructive, energetic actions.
Unexpected situations, sudden news could surprise us. Impatient with our normal routine, we are drawn to unusual experiences, want to do something different, and meet new people who challenge us mentally. People we thought we knew well, could reveal a side we never suspected.
Thursday 10/30: Mercury Sextile Pluto (3:06 PM)
A day of profound insights. Looking for the truth beneath the surface, we examine, investigate, and scrutinize everything and everyone. This transit is perfect for a study or research requiring deep concentration. Our awareness, psychic abilities, and mental telepathy are greatly enhanced. Some previously concealed information could come to light. Our words have power. Thanks to our improved communication skills, our increased ability to understand, compromise, and negotiate, we affect others at a deep level. Profound inner transformations allow us to reshape our life direction, leading to a whole new cycle of growth.
Wishing you an enriching month of October!
In Loving Light.
Michelle Karén, M.A., D.F.Astrol.S.
Astrologer, Shaman, International Conference Speaker
Author of Astrology for Enlightenment (Atria Books, Simon & Schuster)
Founder of the Online Llankay, Munay, Yachay School of Shamanic Studies
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