Written by Lisa E Zimmerman
The week opens with the New Moon in Virgo, primed for new beginnings, while Mercury in harmonious Libra filters how we process our thoughts, communicate and connect with others. Diplomacy is emphasized, perhaps by listening as much as we talk. Mercury is a problem solver, while Libra is strategic, seeking beauty, balance and a win-win whenever possible. Reciprocity, compromise, fairness and peace are the priorities.
Sept 12 – 13 – Mercury trine Pluto, Mercury opposite Neptune, Mercury trine Uranus
Mercury creates a kite pattern with transpersonal planets Pluto, Uranus and Neptune, potentially broadening your perceptions and perspectives. Allow yourself to expand beyond familiar ideas. Dreamy Neptune can activate creative visions, intuitive insights or confusion that challenges old thought patterns that keep you limited. Yes to that. Even confusion indicates that a shift is in process.
Be curious about where you are, what feels old, what grabs your attention now and follow any breadcrumbs that call you forward. Your dreams are meant to awaken you to things that may not be logical, but stir something within you. They are coming through on purpose, even if you don’t yet know what to do with them or what they mean. More will be revealed…
Mercury trine Uranus activates innovation, creates breakthroughs and fresh creations. Pay attention to your thoughts, any messages you receive (verbal and non-verbal) and brainstorm if you want to be proactive. This is fertile energy for downloading brilliance!
Sept 11 – 16 – Venus opposite Chiron in Taurus
Venus opposing Chiron in Taurus activates issues around Self-worth, the body, $$, security and receiving. How valuable do you feel? Do you have to look just right in order to be lovable? Are you a good receiver? These are clues to let you know where you are and what needs attention. You are precious, worthy and lovable, but it doesn’t really mean anything until You know it. 🩵
Sept 10 – Oct 25, Dec 4 – Jan 7, ’27 – Venus in Scorpio
Venus, planet of love, values, $$ and worthiness is now in soul-deep Scorpio for an extended stay, as we’re in a Venus in Scorpio masterclass in attachment patterns and self-worth. This is intense, passionate, magnetic energy in which love relationships often involve control issues that were put in place to guard your tender heart.
Now something is surfacing that can’t be ignored, as it won’t go away. You may be faced with issues around love, $$ or worthiness that challenge your safety, expose your vulnerability or creates problems in a relationship. If you’re willing to honestly explore, the healing can be profound. If you’re solo, an issue in one of these areas may be impacting your life and calling for attention. If the shoe fits, you will know it.
Venus is in its shadow now, turning Retrograde on Oct 3-Nov 13, returns to Libra from Oct 25 – Dec 4, and then moves back into Scorpio until early Jan ’27. More details to come as we progress, but be aware that if anything is emerging in the areas of love, $$, trust and worthiness, it’s a preview of what’s ready to be seen, healed, integrated and aligned during this extended process.
Sept 15 – Venus square Pluto
Venus in Scorpio squares Pluto 3x from now through mid-Dec ’26 as it moves Direct, turns Retrograde, then goes Direct again. This indicates an unfolding process of revelation and discovery in close relationships, especially around trust and loyalty.
Relationships can be like Miracle-Gro, bringing our deepest shadows to the surface. If you find yourself uncomfortable in a relationship, you may need to have an honest conversation or establish new boundaries.
Remember, it’s never random who you call into your life. The other person is an energetic match for you on some level, so I suggest that you examine your part in the dynamic as well as making any appropriate adjustments.
This is where growth and transformation lie: in discovering the unconscious patterns that called in the “other.” Relationships are mirrors, showing us aspects of Self that we may have disowned — both desirable and undesirable elements.
Pluto is here to dismantle anything that has outlived its usefulness and needs to go. As Pluto squares Venus in Scorpio, it can activate the need for control and protection to prevent abandonment or betrayal. The real work is healing any belief rooted in fear, as fear doesn’t belong in a healthy relationship — whether it’s fear of loss, lack, rejection or any other old ghosts you may be carrying.
We are all in this Venus in Scorpio square Pluto masterclass together, so it will be an interesting three-month period during which we can be transformed and emerge renewed. I’m planning on that.
Sept 17 – April ’27 – Chiron in Aries
Venus opposes Chiron (The Wound / Master Healer) all week, but when she moves back into Aries for the next seven months, you may be sensitive to issues around your identity, rejection, the right to be who you are and to chart your own course. It’s time to heal any insecurities that could hold you back from being your Self.
Aries is the pioneer, maverick, warrior who doesn’t need permission, approval or agreement, so don’t outsource your power to others. You don’t have to shapeshift who you are to fit in. You will feel where you belong and you can release any relationships that are complete.
With Venus in Scorpio as the featured player, get ready for new awareness and revelations about yourself, your relationships, and be open to allowing for profound transformation along the way.
As always, I am grateful for your presence on our journey together.
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“The passionate heart never ages.” ~ John O’Donohue
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”The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are.” ~ Joseph Campbell
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”The shadow is not a flaw. It’s history stored in the nervous system.” ~ Michael Schwartz
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“Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.” ~ Rumi
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