MERCURY – October 24 – November 13
Mercury is the messenger, the travel agent, the electronic specialist, the speaker, the transportation chief, etc. It essentially helps us communicate in a certain way that keeps conversations on point. It helps travelling conform to the schedule. When retrograde we might experience delays or disruptions. If you are travelling during this time, double check your reservations, routes and maps. Be prepared for delays or cancellations and perhaps a change in plans.

If you own a piece of equipment that has been indicating it was needing a repair or needed to be replaced, it could break down during the retrograde and force you to address the issue. This is usually electronics or machinery that has moving parts.
Keep in mind Mercury also rules the FLOW of money. Banks, money markets and financial institutions, or the Executives of these, could have a slow down or glitch. The money markets could experience a few tremors! The money/funds you were told was on the way…may be delayed.

This particular retrograde will be in Scorpio. The emotions run deep exposing hidden matters. It could open Pandora’s box of secrets, so be aware. Note that Venus will be transiting in Scorpio also so love secrets might be headliners. This time is positive for reflecting on the past and especially what has happened since the last Mercury retrograde (see above). Old friends and lovers could return or reach out in some way offering an opportunity to renew the connection and/or release it. Signing contracts or binding agreements under a retrograde Mercury may create problems or delays. Normally, signing before the retrograde begins is ok but October has not only Mercury but Venus retrograde. If possible delay new ventures, new relationships and signing of contracts – this is especially true of personal relationships and financial arrangements.

VENUS – October 3 – November 13
Venus rules love and also the effects of money. Venus retrogrades approximately every 18 months. It takes 8 YEARS for it to retrograde in the same sign. So, the last few times we had Venus retrograde in Scorpio was in 1978, 1986, 1994, 2002, 2010 and 2018. Think back to those times to determine what the “theme” was going on in your life at that time. That energy is back now. It will continue into January 2027. It peaks, though, October 3 to November 13.

You will most likely be having “some of the same” experiences. For instance maybe you were changing jobs, moving, undergoing medical treatment, handling financial matters. When Venus is retrograde, it is best to put relationships in a basket… a warm bread basket will do… until at least late November or later.

Worldwide, this particular retrograde may uncover secrets, expose some hidden truth, find a buried treasure of sorts, etc. It could be discovered that world leaders have made secret agreements or dealings and that is finally being made public.

SATURN- July 26 – December 10
Saturn is retrograde in Aries joining Neptune in Aries. The energy for pushing our dreams forward is slowed. It is not weak, but rather slowed down. It is a time to consider our own boundaries and responsibilities. If we have made any impulsive decisions recently, now is the time to review them. We may have been a bit too aggressive or pushed too hard. While retrograde, step back and take a reality check. Perhaps you need a rest, emotionally, physically and mentally. During the retrograde time, consider your future and what you are building it on. Perhaps it is time to rethink your path forward and align with those who are supportive and respectful of your goals and boundaries.

URANUS – September 10 – February 8, 2027
Uranus is the planetary energy that is unpredictable. It rules earthquakes, air travel, the sign Aquarius, electricity, broadcasting, disasters, aliens, automobiles, railroads, the country Russia, science in general and chaos… just to name a few. When this planet slows down or retrogrades, it allows for review of these matters and how we interacted with them. For instance, a national disaster.. How did we respond? What could we do to improve our response? There could be delays in automobile production when Uranus is retrograde. Information regarding aliens may be reconsidered. These are examples of how we might review. It’s time to slow down and think about the future and what we are moving toward. It could be that technological advancements, AI, innovations, etc are under the microscope!

NEPTUNE – July 7 – December 12
When Neptune is retrograde, we toss the rose-colored glasses and take a clear look at what has happened, what is happening and determine where you stand in all of this. When Neptune joins Saturn on the 26th, there will be an acute awareness forcing many to confirm the reality of the actions taken in the past few months. It is impossible that what you perceived as truth was, unfortunately, not true at all. We are all familiar with Neptune and dreaming. Now is the time to accept there may not be a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. But, the clarity of your mind, sight and intuition now, is priceless and worth so much more.

PLUTO – May 6 – October 16
Pluto will retrograde at 5 degrees Aquarius backing up to 3 degrees before moving forward again. It is time to review those things related to major transformation, death, and rebirth. Transformations can come about due to wars, disasters, losses of all kinds like your job or home. In Aquarius, these transformations might relate to airplanes, space travel, aliens, inventions, technology, etc. On a personal note, you may be working on a relationship or changing “chairs” at work or perhaps changing your travel plans. Now is the time to revisit those things and make appropriate adjustments. You have time as this window for review lasts until October! Those born under the sign of Scorpio may feel fatigued in June but by mid-July, you will perk up and feel energized.

Once direct, Pluto will push forward agendas that were slowed during the summer. Powerful leaders and those in positions of power will be back in the fast lane now although Mercury and Venus retrogrades may create a few obstacles to overcome moving forward.