Welcome to your September forecast!   Click on “read article” and scroll down til you find your sign of the zodiac….

VIRGO (AUG 22- SEPT 21) September is an interesting month! It starts off enjoyably, with Mars squaring Venus and the Sun opposing Neptune. I sure hope you are at the beach! The Mars-Venus combo just gets better all week since it continues to move past its aspects to Saturn, allowing you to really enjoy shared purpose and activity. The Sun-Neptune opposition is dreamy and creative, and as long as you’re not trying to do anything technological you should have a good time. Remember that if your birthday is in the first few days of September, the Neptune influence is strong and with you all year. Again, this is a great influence for creative expression although you may be feeling completely spaced out and have difficulty focusing. Neptune is involved in many aspects this month, since a number of planets enter mutable signs. Venus enters your sign of Virgo on the 5^th and within a few days also opposes Neptune, which exaggerates romantic yearnings. This aspect is in place on the September 8^th full moon in Pisces. Oy!   Feelings will be running high! Mercury in Libra squares off to Uranus and Pluto so communication will be fractious for a few days.   You’ll be brilliant but edgy. Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th and immediately makes aspects to the Sun. You’ll be inclined to throw yourself into physical activity but be careful – you could twist an ankle up there on Mt Katahdin or do something to your rotator cuff while kayaking ….. It’s the overdoing things that’s the problem. By the 19^th Mars squares Neptune for a few days and that is an interesting combination – wonderful for projecting energy, for dance and movement and seduction but it can be hard to contain. Be aware that your force-field is bigger than you think! Just before the Sun enters Libra late on the 22^nd, you have a few days of nice Sun-Jupiter aspects. The issue is fulfillment, completing one cycle and ushering in a new one. If you are a late late late Virgo you’ll have this influence all year. The Sun-Jupiter aspect is very pronounced on the September 24^th new moon. The month ends with a sobering Sun-Saturn aspect. Oy – it’s the world. Diplomatic challenges will be the focus, because Venus and Jupiter are also involved….

LIBRA (SEPT 22-OCT21) September is…. well, interesting. The Neptunian influences are very strong on and off all month, and so you need to expect that things will be changeable. What you thought would happen this month may not, and things you didn’t think would happen may…. Things are just uncertain! September starts off with a big dose if this uncertainty because for the first few days the Sun in Virgo opposes Neptune. But there is also a nice Venus-Mars square which has pulled far enough away from Saturn to feel productive and fun. Mercury enters your own sign on the 2^nd – late on the 1^st for you Left-Coast Libras – and makes an angle to Saturn for a few days. You know the drill about Saturn and Mercury: great focus and detail-oriented. Just be sure not to get tense with it. The full moon in Pisces on the 8^th has Venus opposing Neptune (nice for romance!) and Mercury squaring off to Uranus and Pluto.   I would say you’ll be worked up mentally and intellectually. Brilliant but tense. Then Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th and aspects the Sun, and Mercury in Libra is conjunct the North Lunar Node — so you’re very busy and connecting with a lot of close friends and intimates. As we approach the equinox on the 22^nd there are a good few days of Sun-Jupiter aspects, first as the Sun moves through the tail end of Virgo and then once the Sun enters Libra. The equinox gets a double dose of Libra because on the 24^th we have the Libra New Moon. Use this lunation to meditate on fulfillment and completion since the Jupiter influence is so strong. Mars will be squaring Neptune during this same stretch, and for you this is all about how you move into meaningful relationship with society as a whole… The month ends with some sobering Sun Saturn aspects, grim for the body politic.

SCORPIO (OCT 22-NOV 21) September is interesting, starting off with dreamy and inspired Sun-Neptune aspects that coincide with a nice Mars Venus square. You’re all about getting some things done and making plans, but keep in mind that Neptune makes things kind of uncertain….so there is only so much that can come together despite your attempts to will them into being….   There is a full moon in Pisces on the 8^th, and at the same time Venus opposes Neptune while Mercury squares off to Uranus and Pluto. Everyone’s feelings will be running high; people will be crazed under the Mercury influences but yearning for connection and community with Venus. Mars leaves Scorpio on the 13^th and enters Sagittarius; its aspects to the Sun in Virgo inspire you to throw yourself into work. Be careful not to overdo it! Mars then squares Neptune, which is wonderful for creative and spiritual pursuits. Then there are powerful Sun-Jupiter aspects just before and after the Fall Equinox on the 22^nd. Although these aspects are about completion and fulfillment, they are likely to bring to a head many of the various conflicts plaguing the world. Use all your powers on the new moon on the 24^th to bring some peace to the planet! The Sun Saturn aspects that close out September are sobering.

SAGITTARIUS (NOV 22- DEC 21) What a month! The Neptunian influences are big this month, so things are uncertain and changeable.   In fact, September starts off with a Sun -Neptune opposition as well as a Venus-Mars square. These are great combinations for creative and healing work and for shared activity of all kinds. Venus enters Virgo on the 5^th and by the Pisces full moon on the 8^th it opposes Neptune, helping you project your strong values into whatever you are doing. But this is an emotional full moon under the best of circumstances, and then we have a few days of Mercury squaring off to Uranus and Pluto – there will be more stressful political news, no doubt, and you had better stay calm. On the 13^th Mars enters Sagittarius and aspects the Sun. This is a classic scenario for any Sag to wrench a hamstring or throw a back out   — be careful about overdoing it between the 13th and 16th !   During the week of the Fall Equinox Mars in Sag squares Neptune. Oh honey – you’re projecting a lot of energy, much more than you know…. Keep in mind that big force field as you move through things. There is a powerful New oon in Libra on the 24^th with major Jupiter aspects.   It’s all about change.

CAPRICORN (Dec 21-Jan19) This month has a great deal of Neptunian uncertainty, both personally and politically. In fact, September begins with a Sun-Neptune opposition, which is wonderful if you are hanging out at the beach but challenging if you are trying to accomplish something…. However, the Venus Mars square does make it a good time for shared purpose and shared activity. Whatever you are doing, make sure that you love it and that you’re doing it in partnership with another…. Venus enters Virgo on the 5^th and then a few days later, just in time for the emotional Pisces full moon on the 8^th , it too opposes Neptune. This is very stimulating in terms of creative and spiritual vision. It is followed by Mercury in Libra making angles to Uranus and Pluto. You’re likely to be a bit overwrought for a few days, and mostly likely due to global circumstances. Keep in mind that things are very changeable and that this too shall pass. Mars enters Sag on the 13^th and we have a couple of accident-prone days, so be careful and don’t overdo it at Pilates class.   As we approach the fall Equinox on the 22^nd, there are a good few days of Sun-Jupiter aspects. This is all about completion and cycles, beginnings and endings. The Jupiter influence is also present on the Libra New Moon on the 24^th. The world continues to be a stressful place and the Jupiter aspects may exaggerate the raging conflicts across the globe. Your job is to stay calm.

AQUARIUS (JAN 20-FEB 19) What an interesting month! Lots of Neptunian uncertainty, that’s for sure. The month begins with a Sun–Neptune opposition and a Venus –Mars square.   You’re inspired but spacey and whatever you are planning to do, you should do it in concert with others. Venus and Mars are about shared goals, shared activity. Enjoy! There is a big full moon in Pisces on the 8^th , which is an emotional one. The Venus-Neptune aspects may make you mushy and yearning for romantic fulfillment. Expect feelings to run high. Then there are few days of mental tension, when Mercury aspects Uranus and Pluto. Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th and makes angles to the Sun that could make you injury prone for a few days. Be careful not to overdo it at the gym! Mars is also squaring Neptune, which means you need to go with the flow of your instincts and desires, and allow plans to change.   Then as we approach the Fall Equinox on the 22^nd, the strong Jupiter aspects make you very conscious of new beginnings in your life, as well as the things you are bringing to an end. There is a beautiful new moon in Libra on the 24^th with Jupiter strongly positioned.  Something is coming to fruition that has been in the works for long time.

PISCES (FEB 20-MAR 19) This month has the influence of Neptune, your ruling planet, all over it…In fact, September begins with a Sun – Neptune opposition.   You are especially spacey and inspired and it is a great time for creative expression. Because of the Venus –Mars square also occurring it is a good time to join with others in common cause, or to just hang out and enjoy the sweet end of summer.   There is a big full moon in Pisces on the 8^th – this is an emotional one and you may be very sensitive and reactive. Just go with it.   Venus in Virgo will also be opposing Neptune just after the full moon, so expect some extremes of feeling. Meanwhile Mercury aspects Uranus and Pluto, so everyone is tense and overwrought but it passes quickly.   Then Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th and aspects the Sun – oy! This combination can make you a tad accident prone. Be sure not to twist those famous Piscean ankles…   As we approach the Fall equinox on the 22^nd there are major Sun-Jupiter aspects, bringing up for you issues about fulfillment and completion.   Consider those things on the Libra New Moon on the 24^th and meditate on peace for our wee little planet. We’re gonna need it.

ARIES (MAR 20-APRIL19) September is an interesting month! There is a great deal of uncertainty because of many Neptune aspects. In fact, the month begins with a juicy Sun-Neptune opposition together with a Venus-Mars square. If that isn’t nice for intimacy, I don’t know what is…. It is also a great combination for inspiration and shared purpose.   Then there is a powerful full moon in Pisces on the 8^th. Emotions will be running high, and Venus in Virgo opposes Neptune, making for lots of yearning and unclear expectations. This is followed by a few days of Mercury in Libra making angles to Uranus and Pluto.   You’ll be stressed out, a bit overwhelmed. Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th – a fiery planet moving into the fieriest of signs. It aspects the Sun for a few days and you will be inclined to overdo it on the work front and/or in terms of physical exertion. So be careful. As we move towards the Fall Equinox on the 22^nd, the Sun makes some important angles to Jupiter. This equinox is an important one for you, especially if you are a very early Aries. The Jupiter influence is strong and will raise issues for you about fulfillment and completion. Use the Libra New Moon on the 24^th to focus that Jupiter energy and bring something to fruition. Also use it to meditate on peace for our wee little planet.   The month ends with more serious Sun Saturn aspects.

TAURUS (APR 20-MAY 20) Well – it’s an interesting month! Keep in mind that the Neptune influences are strong so things may not appear to be what they seem… There is a lot of uncertainty and you have to just roll with the punches. The month starts off with a Sun – Neptune opposition as well as a Venus-Mars square.   This is a great combination for shared purpose, and also for working on your creative expression. There is an emotional full moon in Pisces on the 8^th and people will be sensitive and reactive. Your sense of compassion and solidarity will be tested and pulled on when Venus in Virgo opposes Neptune soon after the full moon – be careful not to give away too much of your ground.   Mercury in Libra will aspect Uranus and Pluto making for lots of mental tension also right after the full moon. Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th and quickly opposes Neptune. Be aware that your force field is much bigger than you realize and you’re having huge impact on people. In general Mars in Sag has a quality of “too much” so watch your limits. As we head toward the Fall Equinox, the Sun makes important aspects to Jupiter, bringing up issues of fulfillment and completion, and even bringing opportunity your way. The beautiful new moon in Libra on the 24^th also has this Jupiter influence, so expect high drama on the world stage. Let’s hope the Libra New Moon brings some peace.

GEMINI (MAY 21-JUNE 20) September brings lots of change and uncertainty, but it is not all bad by any means. You just have to stay flexible – not hard for your mutable Gemini self! The month begins with a Sun –Neptune opposition together with a Venus-Mars square. This is a wonderful set of combinations for shared purpose, for getting work done when it doesn’t even feel like work. Venus enters Virgo on the 5^th, and there is a powerful full moon in Pisces on the 8^th. Lots of mutability in the sky! Emotions run high with this moon so don’t be surprised by your own reactivity. Right after the full moon Venus opposes Neptune, kicking up some romantic yearnings on your part and also creative urges. Mercury in Libra makes chunky aspects to Uranus and Pluto so everyone will be tense and stressed by world events. Then Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th and aspects the Sun for a few days–– watch out that you don’t pull a muscle in your Pilates class. These aspects are about overdoing it! Then Mars opposes Neptune and you need to just go with the flow of that, as if you were paddling down a river. There are all kinds of possibilities that can appear. The approach to the Fall Equinox on the 22^nd brings powerful Sun-Jupiter aspects to the Earth axis. Oy! The world! Our poor little planet. Use the Libra new moon on the 24^th and Jupiter to mobilize peaceful, healing energy.

CANCER (JUNE 21- JUL 21) This is an interesting month! There is a lot of Neptunian uncertainty, but creativity too. You just can’t be too attached to outcomes…In fact, September kicks off with a nice Sun-Neptune opposition as well as a Venus-Mars square. This is a wonderful combination for creative expression, for loving what you’re doing and who you’re doing it with. Enjoy. September 8^th brings us an emotional full moon in Pisces. Venus in Virgo opposes Neptune, putting the emphasis on yearning for connection and fulfillment. Don’t be surprised at the power of the feelings that arise. Mercury in Libra makes angles to Uranus and Pluto and everyone will be tense about world events, and you need to insulate yourself a bit from all that public anxiousness. Then Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th and within a week opposes Neptune. You’ll have a lot of creative force and be able to mobilize it to harness your realizations from the past few months of Mars’ transit through Scorpio.   Then as we head towards the Fall equinox on the 22^nd, the Sun makes powerful angles to Jupiter.   You’re thinking about cycles, about starting something new and bringing a past piece of work to closure. It’s time. Use the potent New Moon in Libra on the 24^th to open yourself to the new thresholds.

LEO (JUL 22-AUG 21) September is an interesting month, with lots of Neptunian uncertainty. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing at all! The month begins with a Sun-Neptune opposition together with Venus-Mars square. This is excellent for inspiration and for engaging in shared activity or working towards a shared goal.   There is a powerful full moon in Pisces on the 8^th, during which your emotions are likely to run high. Venus will oppose Neptune, making you yearn for something you don’t have. Then Mercury makes some tense aspects to Uranus and Pluto and everyone will be vertuzt about world events. Mars enters Sagittarius on the 13^th, exacerbating a certain tendency to throw yourself into things and overdo it. Be careful about that, especially from the 19^th to 22^nd.   And as we approach the Fall Equinox on the 22^nd, the Sun makes important aspects to Jupiter in Leo, raising issues of completion and fulfillment for you. The new moon in Libra on the 24^th also has these Jupiter aspects – use this new moon to get some clarity about next steps, as well as to channel some peace and healing for the planet. Meanwhile the world is an absolute mess and the end of the month is sobering.