PREVIOUS THOUGHTS FOR THE DAY October 9 2023 to October 15 2023 Monday October 9 Moving House As Venus enters Virgo it moves on from its residence in the sector of the sky ruled by the Sun, to make its home in an area ruled by Mercury. And while the Sun represents bold, big-picture idealism, Mercury is more detail orientated. Which suggests we'll put greater value on how we plan, negotiate and communicate our ideas. In the approach to the Solar Eclipse, we can find different ways to harness hidden inner strengths. And be inspired to discover exciting ways to demonstrate them. Tuesday October 10 Eclipse on the Way The approaching Solar Eclipse has the potential to impact our relationships. But with Venus moving opposite Saturn (restriction and hard work) should we be preparing for emotional tests? This is a chance to check our sense of emotional security; even close relationships need healthy boundaries. Today, with clear, honest dialogue, we can deal with issues that have been tucked under the carpet. It's by honouring our own needs (and respecting other people's) that relationships thrive. Wednesday October 11 Up and Down They say what goes up must come down. Fortunately, following the invention of the elevator, whatever goes down can go straight back up again! But in astrology, it's more that 'what goes back must come forward'. Pluto's change of direction brings hope of positive transformation as we realise that the challenges of the last few months have provided tools to implement positive change. The coming Solar Eclipse brings the energy to build on the past, and embark on more fulfilling routes to the future. Thursday October 12 When I'm 64? Most people look forward to retirement when they reach their mid-sixties. But with people retiring later (like Rupert Murdoch (who's 92)) it suggests something different is going on! It's never easy to relinquish influence and authority. With the approaching Eclipse reminding us that we're only ever really in charge of ourselves, letting go of responsibilities might even come as a relief! And as Mars enters Scorpio, it helps us see where investing our energies will bring sustainable enjoyment. Friday October 13 Friday the Eclipteenth Solar Eclipses were traditionally seen as bad omens. So, with Friday the 13th preceding the Sun's disappearance tomorrow, should we tuck ourselves away, and wait, fingers crossed, for the moment to pass? If it's bad luck to have a black cat cross your path, what happens when the dark moon obstructs the Sun?! Despite the date, I'm not worried! This Eclipse highlights our relationships. As long as affairs of the heart aren't taking place directly under ladders, I think we'll be ok! Saturday October 14 Your Week Ahead Just because the Eclipse energy is subsiding, don't be fooled into thinking its influence has passed. This isn't the end. Or even the end of the beginning. This iron is still hot and it remains hot (no matter how much cold water anyone tries to pour on it)! With Jupiter and Saturn's continuing relationship reminding us of the value of recent experiences, we're encouraged to put what we have learnt to good use. This week brings opportunities to implement changes that prove how much we've grown. Sunday October 15 Your Weekly Love Focus Horoscope Just because the Eclipse energy is subsiding, don't be fooled into thinking its influence has passed. This isn't the end. Or even the end of the beginning. This iron is still hot and it remains hot (no matter how much cold water anyone tries to pour on it)! With Jupiter and Saturn's continuing relationship reminding us of the value of past, recent experiences, we're encouraged us to put those learnings to good use. This week brings opportunities to implement changes that prove how much we've grown. Back to Index           Oscar and Cainer's Daily Zodiac Forecasts