Monthly Horoscope - September 2018

As September begins, you might not trust the shift in energy. In fact, you might be waiting for the other shoe to drop. All summer long you've dealt with chaos, so now it almost feels like the new normal. Between the eclipses and both Mars and Mercury retrograde, you might actually be used to frustrating blocks, endings, and turbulence. But now September rolls in and all of a sudden things are calm. Really calm. Well there's great news. This isn't a cosmic joke. The energy has shifted. In September, you're going to feel like you understand why things just have to fall apart first in order for them to finally come together.

Aries (March 21-April 19)

You are finally back in your power, Aries, and it feels so good! Mars, your ruler, turned direct on August 27 after having been retrograde since late June. That feeling of not being able to push forward in any area of your life is finally letting up. The ruler of your career sector, Saturn, also turns direct on September 6, which truly signals that your time has arrived to move mountains professionally. A New Moon on the 9th in your work sector promises a fresh start on any stale projects that have been delayed. You might even have the opportunity for a new job or freelance assignment that elevates your status in some way. If you're looking for an investor to help fund your business or a new business idea, then hold off your search until after September 9. At this time Venus moves into your 8th House of Other People's Resources, giving you a boost of flow to this area of life.

You might find the venture capital you need as early as September 12 when Jupiter makes a potent link to Pluto, now at the top of your chart, and Venus connects favorably to Saturn in your career sector as well. In fact, no matter what you're doing professionally, you should receive fabulous news about finances. The month ends with a Full Moon in your sign on September 24. You might feel emotionally raw about something and your feelings are definitely out in the open at this time. Fortunately, you aren't shy about this and have no issue when it comes to wearing your heart on your sleeve. You might have a run-in with an authority figure connected to your career, but if this happens, it's only because you feel held back from doing you.

Taurus (April 20-May 20)

If you're single and looking for love, or if you have your eye on someone special and hope to start dating this person, September is definitely your month. A gorgeous New Moon in your romance sector will open up this potential after the 9th. On the very same day Venus, your ruler, enters your partnership sector. These two astrological events occurring together have serious ramifications for your love life. There is a definite possibility that you'll start seeing someone and quickly realize that this person has relationship potential. If you're in a relationship, you and your partner might decide it's time to try for a baby. Already have kids? There could be a happy development for one of them this month -- something definitely worth celebrating. Aside from this, you'll notice in September that you want to play and enjoy life more. Thinking of starting a new business or reaching for a promotion? Now through November 15 is your time. In other news, a potent Full Moon on September 24 will land in your 12th House of Escape. You might be ready to let go of an emotionally charged anxiety that has you feeling drained.

Gemini (May 21-June 20)

Your mind and energy will be decidedly family-oriented this month, Gemini. It all starts on September 5 when Mercury, your ruler, enters your domestic 4th house. Since Mercury has now shifted into the sign of Virgo, however, it's very likely that you're thinking about home improvement. You might even be considering a move, and if so, you'll be in great shape because there will be so much less to pack! A shift in your social life is possible by the end of the month thanks to the Full Moon on September 24. It's possible that one of your friends has betrayed your trust in some way and because of this, you might decide to cut ties completely. If this happens, there won't be any second chances. On a happier note, you might also be ready to release a website, social media campaign, YouTube channel, webinar, or other technology-related project that you've been putting your heart and soul into.

Cancer (June 21-July 22)

Whether you're single, attached, or somewhere in between, you can expect a major dose of passion and happenings. Jupiter, the planet of expansion and abundance, has already been in your romance sector since October 2017, blessing you with a once-in-12-years opportunity to meet and fall in love with the person you know is meant for you. If you're already with this person, then you can anticipate September to be a month of remarkable joy and depth. You might become engaged, married, or find out that you and your sweetheart are expecting a child near September 12 when Jupiter makes a perfect link to both Pluto and Saturn, now in your commitment sector. In between moments of romantic bliss, you can expect some developments in your career life as well. A Full Moon at the top of your chart on September 24 will absolutely bring attention your way from a VIP. You could be in the spotlight for a professional achievement. At the same time, however, if you're in a business where you see clients or have a business partner, there might be some trouble with this relationship that you'll need to address.

Leo (July 23-August 22)

This September, after a bear of a summer, you're finally going to see things turn around. Your personal fresh start from that August 11 Solar Eclipse is in full bloom now, and with Mars and Mercury moving direct, you're ready to make some serious magic happen in your life. On September 5 Mercury enters your 2nd House of Talents, Self-worth, and Money where he'll stay through September 21. This is a time when you are mastering your financial plans and can easily execute them into success. A gorgeous New Moon in the same area of your chart on September 9 promises a healthy boost to your income. You might invest in a home office this month if you have the opportunity to work from home part or even full time. In other news, your love life has been through the ringer this summer with Mars traveling retrograde for many weeks through your partnership sector. A lot of anger, conflict, and unresolved problems kept surfacing and it might have been quite a challenge to even stay together. Fortunately, Mars will re-enter your partnership sector in direct motion on September 10, and until November 15 you and your mate will remember how to defend yourself and your position without losing control.

Virgo (August 23-September 22)

You spent a large portion of the summer getting rid of those mental monsters in your closet. It hasn't been easy, and you might begin this month a bit wary, wondering if it's really over. Happily, as September begins it seems clear that you've not only rid yourself of any patterns that haven't served you, but you're absolutely on track for that personal fresh start that you knew would be on the horizon. On September 5, Mercury enters your sign and remains here through September 21. This is a particularly strong placement for you since Mercury is your ruler and is now in one of his home signs. Your mind has never been sharper, more analytical, and focused on communicating your ideas out to the world. Your powers of negotiation are solid this month and so are your overall conversational skills. This will help you improve every type of relationship you have.

Venus enters your communication sector on September 9 as well, adding even more grace and charm to your ability to convey messages to others. If you're in the sales or communications industry, you'll likely see a boost in finances as well. Mars will move back into your work sector on September 10, but this time (as opposed to July and most of August) he will be direct. That means you'll have the ambition, stamina, and drive to attack even the most daunting assignments. Deadlines? You'll kill them. September wraps up with a Full Moon in your 8th House of Shared Resources on the 24th. You might be ready to pay off a huge chunk of debt that has weighed you down. This can be anything like a student loan, credit card, tax bill, or even the mortgage on your home.

Libra (September 23-October 22)

If you've been in a frustrating situation at home or with a recent move, after September 6 you'll begin to feel as if everything is finally getting sorted out. On September 9 your ruler, Venus, will move out of your sign and into your earned income sector. Jupiter, the planet of expansion, has already been here since October 2017, blessing you with amazing opportunities to make more money. Now, with Venus here as well, it'll feel as if your blessings have doubled. The two most beneficial planets of all will sit in the same area of your chart from now through early November, so you can anticipate even more financial goodness than ever before. On September 24 a Full Moon in Aries shines a light on whatever is happening between you and your mate. Before you think you've got more home repairs to deal with together, understand that this is probably more about a domestic situation between you and your partner and another relative. You might both feel as if you're not honoring your individual needs in a relationship because of the responsibilities you each have to your family. If you're single, after September 10 Mars will move into your true love sector full speed ahead (after having been retrograde here for most of the summer).

Scorpio (October 23-November 21)

Things haven't been easy for you at home this summer. Mars, the planet of assertive drive, has been traveling retrograde mainly in your domestic sector since June 26, leaving you feeling as if you have absolutely no power to make the changes you want in your family or living situation. Mars did turn direct on August 27, but it will be after September 10 that you begin to feel as if you finally have the courage, stamina, and motivation to make things happen in this area of your life. Most likely, there has been a cold war going on between you and at least one relative. Whatever your disagreement has been about, it was even more frustrating because neither one of you knew how to navigate past it.

Fortunately, this month you'll have the wherewithal to figure out how you and your relative can move past this once and for all. This September you'll also feel like your social life is becoming more fulfilling. It's possible that you'll meet up with some colleagues after work for drinks and suddenly realize that you have more in common besides your job. After September 9 you might forge a genuine friendship with at least one of your coworkers. This will be helpful if you're having a difficult time at the office at the end of the month. On the 24th a tense Full Moon in your work sector might have you feeling insecure about an assignment. Draw support from your colleagues at this time, especially the ones you can truly call friends.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21)

Sagittarius, you are on fire this month when it comes to your career! On September 5 Mercury will move to the top of your chart and remains here through the 21st. Adding to the goodness of this is the fact that on September 9 a New Moon falls in the same area of your chart. The two weeks following this are prime for you to launch your own business, implement a new career strategy, or apply for a promotion. You'll also be more confident about sharing what you know with others - something that is sure to impress those with the power to help you get ahead. While career matters are glowing for you in September, though, your love life might be a mess. On September 9 Venus moves into your 12th House of Secrets, and will remain in this part of your chart for an unusually long stretch thanks to her upcoming retrograde starting in October. There might be feelings you have for someone you shouldn't, or you might experience the bite of unrequited love. You might also find out that your partner has been cheating on you or vice versa. Ouch!

Capricorn (December 22-January 19)

As September begins you're likely feeling as if you've just come out of a long winter's nap. Mars, the planet of assertive energy and motivation, has been retrograde since late June, but for half of August he was backpedaling in your sign which seriously diminished your mojo. The greatest lesson you've learned has to do with money. You might have been carelessly spending on things that you realize have absolutely no value to you. Still, you did confront whatever financial mistakes you were making, and after September 10 Mars will re-enter your earned income sector in direct motion, helping to finally make the right money moves. And you'll be moving fast!

Aside from this, you might have the "back to school" itch going on in September. A fastidious New Moon in your 9th House of Higher Education might prompt you to sign up for an adult education class, or even consider going back to school to earn an advanced degree. A Full Moon in your home and family sector on September 24 might be tricky. It'll be at a harsh angle to Saturn, now in your sign, making you feel downright depressed about a domestic matter. It's time to nourish yourself first, Capricorn.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18)

Life finally seems to be getting back on track for you this month, Aquarius. You have been through the ringer this eclipse season. In September, however, all of the cosmic dust settles and you are feeling as if you finally have your power back. Mars not only turned direct on August 27, but by September 10 he'll re-enter your sign in forward motion, making you feel as if you can truly move mountains and achieve anything that has been blocked for you over July and August. Financial news might be coming your way as well. You might benefit from an investment or money that comes to you through a settlement payout or a generous royalty. You might hear news from your boss about a raise or more attractive benefits package coming your way. If you're a business owner and searching for venture capital, the right investor might seem to appear out of nowhere. This person will want a real stake in the game so be prepared!

Pisces (February 19-March 20)

Your ambition and even your libido might have been nonexistent for most of the summer. Fortunately, as this month begins you'll notice a major shift. Mars turned direct on August 27 and going into September he'll help to wake you up and feel alive again. On September 10 Mars will re-enter your 12th house and remains here through November 15. You might feel a surge of motivation and ambition but not know just yet how to direct it. Be patient with yourself and know that you'll figure it out.

In fact, by the end of the month there's a good indication that you'll be busy working on a project that requires your discretion. In other news, relationships are a focus for you in September. A new business partnership opportunity is possible after September 9th, any alliance you make that can help improve your career direction looks promising. This also affects your private life. If you've been dating someone, then it's possible you'll be ready to make things exclusive. If you are already in a committed relationship, there will be plenty of activity between the two of you.