As you already know, every month is an exciting month for you star-gazing astrologers out there.
Something new–and often unique–happens continuously in our universe that shifts, changes and rearranges things.
Hopefully, it’s in a more positive sense, but you know that’s not always the case.
So, what’s slated to move and happen in the near future?
Well, October is going to be a very exciting month for many signs of the Zodiac.
Let’s discuss this in deeper detail to see how the universe’s movement is going to potentially affect you in October.
The 5 Big Planetary Shifts of October, and What They Mean
1: A Full Moon in Aries
October is going to start off pretty strong this year. On October 6, the full moon will be lighting up the sky, big and yellow, in the sign of Aries. It’s all about the Ram with this full moon, and that means it’s all about energy, courage, and independence.
It’s a huge sign that it’s going to be about life changes in the vein of taking charge.
What does this mean for Aries? For starters, the sign suggests that it’s the perfect opportunity to drop some of those bad habits and those go-nowhere patterns that have left you stuck in place for years on end.
All of those things you’ve been frightened to face, and all of that time you’ve spent procrastinating – it’s a sign that this way of living is no longer good for you. You’re getting a green light from the cosmos to move onto something new and more exciting.
Of course, this doesn’t mean that you should throw caution to the wind and just act with reckless abandon. You still have to be careful, but listen to your instincts and do not be afraid to make a true splash. The Ram Moon is a sign that it’s time for courage, and it’s time for action.
2: Mercury Enters Scorpio
Coincidentally, on the same day as the Aries full moon, the planet Mercury enters the realm of the waters of Scorpio.
Talk about the planets truly aligning! Mercury, of course, is known as the planet of thought and communication, and this signals that Scorpio will be receiving much more energy while the planet is in transit.
This is only a short window, so the idea is to take advantage of the increased energy to really delve into those mysteries in your life.
Do you need to perform research on a big project? Is there a mystery that’s been holding you up or holding you back? Do you just need to solve a legitimate problem that you’ve been stumped on?
This increased energy is going to help you become much more introspective and in tune with what’s going on around you, and within you. Astrologers claim that this is a great time to spark up honest conversations for breakthroughs in relationships, therapy sessions, career choices, etc.
However, be very mindful of the shadow side here. It’s not all sunlight and roses with Mercury’s transit. Suspicion and secrecy can bubble up if you do not harness the increased energy for positive things like self-reflection and self-improvement.
There is a risk that you can revamp old grudges and bring out old issues, which is why you need to stay focused only on the positive during this time.
3: Pluto Stations in Aquarius
Pluto gets a bad rap from the outside world, with its contentious nature of being a planet, or a moon, and the quibbling that goes on. In the realm of astrology, however, Pluto is a very powerful planet – the planet of power, death and rebirth.
For most of 2025, Pluto has been in retrograde; however, on October 13, Pluto will station directly in the sign of Aquarius.
This is set to be a very strong turning point for Aquarius. It means transformation on a grandiose scale, and it also delves into a more charitable side of people, increasing one’s humanitarianism.
As it relates to Aquarius, people with this sign may receive the help you’ve been needing with deeper, more psychological and philosophical issues you’ve been experiencing. For Aquarius, winter came very early, and it’s been dark and cold for a few months.
On the 13th, however, new energy starts to flow, and sudden opportunities may start to appear.
Of course, like all astrology followers already know, this doesn’t mean that opportunities and changes will fall right into your lap. What it means is that you need to be aware of the changes in universal energy so that you’re in position to take advantage of these changes.
Pluto is powerful, and rebirth may be on the horizon.
4: A New Moon in Libra
Closer to the end of the month, on October 21, the new moon will be in the sign of Libra. A new moon always means that it’s time to plant seeds for the future.
It’s all about setting down that foundation, which you will ultimately build upon. It’s basically a time to reinvent yourself in many crucial areas.
Though in the sign of Libra specifically, keep in mind that those planted seeds need to be balanced and harmonious. Take advantage of the new surge of clean energy to focus on your relationships, which include family, friends and career-oriented relationships you have.
The idea here is that Libra has a fantastic opportunity in October to truly reset and seek the balance that so many people desperately need for happiness and success.
Finding a better work-life balance, for instance, can alleviate stress, make relationships more fruitful, and also help provide a boost to your career.
Harnessing this energy doesn’t require some séance with candles and crystals.
It can be as simple as cleaning up your environment and focusing on beauty, so that you’re in a better position to absorb and use this energy where it matters the most.
5: The Sun Enters Scorpio
To say that October is exciting for Scorpio is an understatement. Something else happening for Scorpio in a big way is that the Sun will enter your sign, on October 22 to be exact. This will be the official beginning of the Scorpio season.
This is said to be shifting the energy and focus from Libra’s external harmony directly to Scorpio’s inner world and its strength and power.
This means that it’s a perfect time to confront your fears and face that “shadow” aspect of the self that usually stays hidden. The idea is to peel away those layers, like an onion, to truly find what’s at the core.
The Sun entering Scorpio is a transformative sort of power that’s going to help you focus on your long-term goals like relationships, finance, and emotional balance.
Conclusion
October is an exciting month, where the universe is going to move in such a way that many of you may experience true growth and change. Though the idea here is to always be in tune with how the universe is moving for you; not just in October but throughout the year.
