SEPTEMBER

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Significant Dates in September

Wednesday 1

The Moon enters Cancer today inspiring you to be more nurturing to those around you over the next few days. You may find yourself more emotional during this time, although allowing buried feelings to rise to the surface is a good thing. With other planetary influences over the next few days, you will most likely feel the urge to make choices that make your world feel like a safer space.

Friday 3

Today Mars opposes Neptune, meaning that anything you have taken the time to plan should go well, although it is not a good day for spontaneous and impulsive decisions. Avoid heated arguments, especially with the influence of the Cancer Moon. You be more drawn to creativity, the arts, and meditation under these influences.

Saturday 4

Venus quincunx Neptune brings the good news of overcoming obstacles, but remember to take a practical and level headed approach today if you need to deal with unreliable people. Be straight to the point.

The Moon enters Leo today allowing you to feel more confident. With the influence of the other planets you may find that you want to express yourself more in a creative way.

Sunday 5

With the Moon still in Leo and Mercury in Trine with Saturn, today is a great day to negotiate with authority figures and to overcome obstacles in any situation which you feel is controlling you. You may also find yourself wanting to make a commitment to someone or something you have been considering for a long time.

Monday 6

Today will feel like a great day, no matter what your natal chart is. Mars trines with Pluto, Venus trines with Jupiter, and the Moon enters Virgo. All of these positive influences give you the power and motivation to get things done without it feeling like too much of an effort. This surge of energy might make you feel a little impatient though, so it’s important to remember to be patient today.

These planetary influences are also very positive for romance, particularly around relationships that are new and those who are just starting to get to know each other. A great night for a first date!

Tuesday 7

With the New Moon in Virgo and the Sun in trine with Uranus, today is positive for starting new work projects and launching ideas. You will most likely get a huge surprise or be “wowed” by something today.

Wednesday 8

Today you will feel a shift in energy as the Moon enters Libra and Mercury opposes Chiron. Things may feel a little more serious today. It is a good time to attend to any medical or beauty needs.

This influence will most likely find you wanting to reach out to another for help or support, or for you to be there for them. Don’t resist any healing that wants to take place today.

Friday 10

With the Moon entering Scorpio today you may find that you don’t feel like talking or sharing as much. Your attentions turn inwards.

Saturday 11

Scorpio really gives things a kick as the Moon and Venus both sit in this sign today. Jupiter, Mercury, and Uranus are also dominating the sky. All of this energy will give you the strength to make changes that you need to make. There is a strong transformational energy. It may even bring out a wilder side of you. Perfect for the weekend!

Sunday 12

The Moon enters Sagittarius giving any adventurous or wild thoughts or feelings that started yesterday a bigger boost.

Tuesday 14

The Moon enters Capricorn today and the Sun opposes Neptune. It is a day for romance, creativity and imagination. The part of you that needs to work or get things done is likely to get distracted. Don’t plan for tasks that require a lot of effort and attention to detail for today, as much as you may feel you need to.

Wednesday 15

Today Mars enters Libra and you may feel that a huge weight has been lifted off your shoulders. You should feel lighter and balanced, and the world will be a much more harmonious place for you over the next couple of weeks. Just remember to be practical at this time. It will feel easy to get swept away.

Friday 17

It might feel that there’s just a bit too much to tackle today. Relax and remember to take one thing at a time. This feeling will pass by Sunday.

The Moon enters Aquarius, the Sun trines Pluto and is quincunx with Jupiter, and Venus squares Saturn. With this influence you can take comfort in knowing that you will get whatever answers you need and be able to tackle any situation if you look outside of the box. You’ve got this!

Sunday 19

With the Moon entering Pisces today you will find yourself feeling the love.

Tuesday 21

With a full Moon in Pisces and Mercury in trine with Jupiter this is an incredible day for love and romance. Not a great day to get things done and focus won’t be your strong point no matter what your star sign. Feel the love and enjoy!!!

Wednesday 22

The Moon in Aries and Mercury square with Pluto will make you and those around you more argumentative today. Avoid fighting and be patient.

Thursday 23

The Moon enters Taurus, the Sun enters Libra, and Venus opposes Uranus today. Remember that whenever Uranus is at play you can expect some sort of surprise. You might even find that someone close to you is behaving in an odd way. Don’t react and don’t take it personally. On a positive note you will feel yourself starting to move forward as dreams grow in the potential to be reality.

Sunday 26

The influence of today’s planetary aspects will be felt strongly by all no matter what your chart is. The Moon enters Gemini and Mars trines Saturn, launching you into new and exciting territory. Doors will open without you knocking.

Monday 27

Mercury turns retrograde today and with the Moon still in Gemini, it is a day to take the time to think about any news your hear. Trust in your own intelligence and intuition.

Monday 28

The Moon is back in Cancer for the second time this month, and this time it makes you want to reach out and connect with those you love. A time of giving and receiving affection. A great few days for romance.

Your Month Ahead

Aries (March 21 - April 20)

You begin this month feeling a greater love and closeness with another or/and with yourself. There may even be a greater focus on all things sexual so avoid feeling embarrassed about any thoughts or feelings you are having. Everything may feel a little intense for you for the first week or so of September although it won’t be unpleasant.

The middle of the month finds you feeling calmer and more balanced. The week of September the 14th onward opens up channels of communication between you and others. Those conversations that really need to happen are likely to take place around this time. This is a good time to speak up and be heard. Just beware to avoid petty arguments.

The end of the month brings the focus back to love and you may find yourself more romantic than usual. You will also find teamwork easier at this time and if you work with others it should be enjoyable for you during this period.

Taurus (April 21 - May 21)

The start of this month will find you setting boundaries as you realise your worth and what you deserve. Don’t feel bad about treating yourself to a little bit of self-indulgence. It’s also okay to say “NO” to others.

The second week of September is a great time for intimacy, although as you get closer to the middle of the month don’t let feelings of jealousy take over. It will be a very passionate and intense time for you, so remember to take a breath and think before you act. You might even find yourself feeling suspicious of others where there is no need to.

The end of the month brings a relief to the intensity you were previously feeling although you might find that you have a tendency to overthink at this time. Don’t allow those worries to turn into anxiety. Make an effort to talk to others rather than allowing your thoughts to get out of control. Reaching out to others at this time will bring you reassurance and greater love.

Gemini (May 22 - June 21)

The first week and half of the month will find you focusing on what you actually want. This is the time to use your excellent communication skills to let others know exactly what you need. Feelings may rise to make it easier for you to recognise and admit your desires. Allow them to flow.

The middle of the month will encourage you to let down any walls you have put up to keep others out. It is a wonderful time for you socially and a great time to work your irresistible charm. You will also find the strength to walk away from any toxic relationships or situations. You will have a lot more clarity at this time, especially around love.

Ending the month feeling more open to love, also opens you to greater self love. The last week of the month is great for self care. It’s safe for you to turn to others if you don’t quite feel yourself. As you open to love, expect to feel a little more than usual and don’t be scared to share it. You will be pleasantly surprised.

Cancer (June 22 - July 23)

Cancer, you start this month using your voice to make those changes that align with your heart. You are no longer confusing drama for passion and your desire for stability is becoming a reality in this first couple of weeks of September. It is a time for big changes like breaking up and proposing. You are ready for change.

Like Taurus, the middle fo this month will bring out any jealousy that is lurking, especially around a romantic partner. Relax and enjoy the love you are receiving. You can trust it. You may want to pull away from others but not know why, and you may find it harder to say what you are feeling. It is a very different feeling to how your month started. This feeling won’t last.

The end of the month finds you swept up in feelings of love and you will be desiring affection and romance more than usual. As the month comes to a close you will notice that your stress levels have reduced and you are looking forward to good times.

Leo (July 24 - August 23)

This month you will be powerful in the areas of money and work. You may find the start of the month to be quite busy but your hard work will be well rewarded. This is a time when all your efforts of the past feel like they are paying off. The second week of September is a great time to make financial plans in order to move forward. It’s time to take that next step.

The middle of the month will focus on communication around big topics, particularly those that involve joint ventures with others, whether it be in business or personal relationships. Remember to stay calm when discussing such things as your passion will be extremely high at this time. As the month continues you will find it easier to be diplomatic.

September comes to a close in a wonderful way for you. After a busy start you now wind the month up by sitting back and relaxing. Remember that there is nothing wrong with taking a break. You might feel a little unsettled as you get used to slowing down for a bit. Enjoy!

Virgo (August 24 - September 23)

Being the healer of the zodiac you are always one to worry about others, although you start this month by worrying less about those around you and by doing what makes you feel good. You will find it easier at the beginning of this month to commit to relationships and to perfecting your home space.

This settled feeling will stay with you through the middle of the month and will be boosted by financial blessings. Your power to achieve what you want money and career wise is exceptionally strong at this time. If you want to ask for a raise or if you are trying to manifest money, the planets are aligning for you to do so.

Your love life will be the focus for the end of the month and you can expect to feel stable and secure when it comes to romantic relationships. This will be a healthy time for love for you.

Libra (September 24 - October 23)

September will start in a busy way for you Libra. You won’t be have a lot of time to sit with your feelings, so when things slow down a bit during the second week in, it will be nice for you to have some time to yourself to process everything and recharge. Self pampering is in order for you at this time.

The middle of the month will find you focusing on money, work, and trying to resist reaching out to others. Let other people be there for you at this time. Those around you will remind you of how beautiful and amazing you are if you let them. When it comes to work and money, avoid the tendency to please other people and stand up for what you want. You can still be kind in speaking your truth.

You will most likely turn your attentions inward at the end of the month. You might even feel as if you are questioning your sanity. Don’t be hard on yourself at this time and remember to reach out to others when that tendency to overthink and withdraw starts to creep in.

Scorpio (October 24 - November 22)

Scorpio this is your month for love love love! The planets influence your love life all month long, making it more harmonious and bringing you what you want. You should find yourself feeling more positive about your love life as open and honest communication at the beginning of the month lets you know where you stand.

Mid September you will feel peace and harmony no matter what is unfolding for you. You will see things clearly and positively and love will guide you. You are safe to trust feelings of love over logic at this time. You may not feel as passionate as you normally do, but you will feel incredibly happy.

The end of the month is about dreams coming true. All of those dreams you have forgotten about will come back to you now, and you will be more open to abundance. It will feel as if the universe is supporting your desires. You may find that you are evaluating your relationships at this time and you will see things clearly. You will no longer waste time in situations that do not support your goals.

Sagittarius (November 23 - December 20)

You may feel an internal battle as this month begins. Part of you is ready for action and the other part of you wants to stop completely. Take the beginning of this month to rest. There’ll be plenty of time for get up and go later. Health and a new approach to work and money are your priorities this month.

Through mid September you may find yourself drawn to more spiritual pursuits as well ramping up exercise routines. Wellness on every level takes the forefront at this time and you will feel so much better for it. At this time you will also have the strength to finally get over anything from the past which has been holding you back. This is a great time to let go.

The end of the month is busy busy busy. Don’t let any fears creep in about not keeping up with everything. You always get it done. Just remember not to rush things and double check everything.

Capricorn (December 21- January 20)

This month begins with you feeling very grateful for everyone and everything. Despite how independent and capable you are, you will find yourself very appreciative of any support you have at this time. You may find yourself expressing love more than you usually do. The second week of the month will also find intimacy greatly enhanced for you. Love and sex will dominate the beginning of this month.

Career will be your focus in the middle of the month and teamwork and working relationships with others will bring very positive results. You will feel rewarded by your professional relationships with others.

Love becomes an even bigger focus as the month draws to a close. At the beginning of the month you were expressing and giving love and now you are receiving it. You may feel unusually romantic. Remember that it’s okay to take some time away from work to play.

Aquarius (January 21 - February 19)

The broader community is your focus this entire month. You will find yourself more interested in what is happening in your outer world than your inner one. You may find yourself fighting for what you believe in more than you usually would, and you will have a desire for perfection when doing so.

The middle of the month will find you slightly distracted from your cause by money, and you can expect a financial boost at this time. You may even find that you are more interested in your looks and beautifying your surroundings for these couple of weeks.

As the month draws to a close your passions around fighting for justice and what is right will return in an even bigger way. Take care not to exhaust yourself at this time. You might find that you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders. Take some time out for self care.

Pisces (February 21 - March 20)

After a period of feeling more financially organised, you start this month feeling as if you’re going backwards. don’t despair because things will pick up again and you aren’t alone. You may feel pressure to put more effort into your work life. There is also a very big part of you that will want to make changes around your work. This is the time to question if your job makes you happy and what you can do to fix it if it doesn’t. Career satisfaction is just around the corner.

Your approach to relationships will be very different mid month. You will see things differently and will make decisions around what works for you, not around what others expect or think. This is not a time to please others while you suffer.

Until the end of the month you will find yourself really listening to others, although respecting your own self worth at the same time. Love will get easier as September draws to a close as your needs will be heard too. Any disappointment around communication is a blessing in disguise. It is all about you now!

Mercury Retrograde

September 27 - October 18

What does it mean when a planet is in retrograde?

When a planet is in retrograde it looks to us from Earth as if it is stopping and moving backward for a period of time before moving forward again. The planet isn’t going backward at all. This optical illusion occurs because Earth is overtaking that planet’s orbit. It’s as if we are going faster. Have you ever watched the moon from a moving car and noticed that it seems to be going backward? It’s not, you’re just going faster.

When planets go into retrograde it always feels disruptive. Depending on your star sign and natal chart, you may feel it more or less than others. Everybody feels retrograde differently, so don't buy into the doom and gloom that most people speak of when a retrograde is taking place. Sometimes it can bring about positive change.

Retrogrades have a bad stigma because when they occur, the positive aspects of a planets influence become negative. They slow down and we speed up. Mercury is the planet of travel and communication, so we associate this time with a slowing down of these aspects of our lives. We expect delays and miscommunication until the retrograde ends.

What should I be doing during Mercury retrograde?

First thing to do is not panic. The best advice I can give around travel and communication is back up, back up, back up. Have a back up plan, double check your documents and plans, be patient with technology and be open to relying on more than one method of communication and travel. Be patient if things are misunderstood, delayed, and don’t go your way.

The easier you find it to go with the flow, the less Mercury retrograde will affect you. Use the time of retrograde to work on letting things go and letting things be. Instead of being someone who gets disappointed, be someone who adapts. This is a wonderful time to work on building a positive mindset. Knowing that it’s not a great time for communication, have fun with making an effort to communicate more effectively. Words are power and thinking about what you say at this time will not only avoid mishaps, but will add to your strength.

Your life will not fall apart during Mercury retrograde. It may challenge you but that will only enable you to grow.

VENUS

The Planet of Love and Beauty

While our Sun sign tells us a lot about who we are and how we love, our Venus sign gives us even greater insight into our love style. For example, not all Cancers will love the same way. Their Venus sign will influence how they behave in their relationships. Our Sun sign combined with our Venus sign depicts who we are in relationships. One planet may enhance or soften the effects of the other, although elements of both will always play out in how we give and receive love.

(There are many websites and apps where you can get your natal chart for free or figure out your Venus sign. If you have any trouble finding yours please contact me at marykinginstitute@outlook.com)

To learn more about your love style, read your Venus sign below.

Venus in Aries

Venus in Aries fall in love quickly and make no secret of their feelings. They are demonstrative, lively, energetic, and sex is a priority. They are known for being more selfish in that they are less likely to include their partners in decision making. In saying that, they are generous in giving to their partners and make sure that there is always fun to be had. They can be risk taking when it comes to finances which can impact their relationships.

Venus in Taurus

Venus in Taurus are loving, affectionate, and sensual people. They are also fiercely loyal and very possessive and protective of their relationships. Financial security is very important in their relationships. They are more likely than others to stay in an unhappy relationship and need a partner that can shower them with a lot of love, affection, good food and wine, and gifts. They have a great appreciation of art, music, and food.

Venus in Gemini

Venus in Gemini are lively and fun loving and thrive on stimulating communication in their relationships. They have a reputation for being flirtatious and unfaithful, although when they find their match in a partner that can offer them variety, excitement, and stimulation they can be very faithful. Friendship and shared interests are essential to their relationships. They are known to frequently change their minds.

Venus in Cancer

Venus in Cancer are very kind, loving, and sympathetic, and they invest completely in their relationships, to the point where they may become emotionally dependant on their partner. This a person that gives themselves up for love. They need security, and their home is always loving with good food being a must. They are loyal and nurturing and greatly value quality time with their partner.

Venus in Leo

Venus in Leo express their love in a fiery and passionate way. They need a partner that they can be proud of and one that they want to show off to the world. They are warm and enthusiastic and like to keep the romance alive. Having fun and dating remain long after the honeymoon period. More than any other Venus sign, they need to be adored by their beloved.

Venus in Virgo

Venus in Virgo show their love through service. They are capable of being romantic but are more likely to let you know that you are loved by doing things for you. They can often be critical and can have a tendency to nag. Poor Venus in Virgo feels that they are doing this to help the one they love. They need a partner that is willing to put in equal effort and may appear selfish because of this. They expect their partner to do their share as well.

Venus in Libra

Venus in Libra love being in love. They give and need harmony and beauty in their relationships. They are very romantic and affectionate, and can often see their partner with rose coloured glasses. They don’t like to fight so will often avoid making decisions and speaking up. They are sympathetic, kind, and understanding, and can also be reckless with money.

Venus in Scorpio

Venus in Scorpio are very deep, emotional, and sexual. They are very seductive and romantic, but are also known to have a jealous and possessive streak. This Venus sign is often very secretive and must take care to not keep their partner in the dark too often. They feel secure as a result of having a lot of quality time with their partner. In fact, they need it more than any other Venus sign, even Cancer.

Venus in Sagittarius

Venus in Sagittarius like to have fun. They are enthusiastic, lively, and warm, although they don’t like to be tied down. Like Gemini, they don’t do well with possessive partners and like to flirt. Freedom and adventure play a big part in their relationships. They need a partner who is stimulating and willing to seek out new territories with them, whether it be physically, mentally, emotionally, or spiritually.

Venus in Capricorn

Venus in Capricorn are loyal and steadfast. They are very reliable partners although they are not romantic and do not readily express their emotions. Romantic relationships can seem more like business partnerships for them, even though there is love under the surface. They need a partner they can work with and one who will support their ambitions and take their goals seriously. They have no fear of hard work.

Venus in Aquarius

Venus in Aquarius are kind and helpful, and can at times feel more like a friend than a romantic partner. They may seem detached and there is often something unique about them that sets them apart from others. They often have a charisma that attracts others, and as much as they love people, they don’t desire intense emotional relationships. Falling in love with this sign is falling in love with your best friend.

Venus in Pisces

Venus is Pisces are all emotion. They are romantic, sentimental, empathic, and sensitive. They are often easily taken advantage of when it comes to love. They are supportive and often neglect their own needs. They find it harder to face facts as they hurt deeply and try to avoid it. Their willingness to give to those less fortunate than them can also cause problems in their relationships depending on who they are partnered with.

Full Moon in Pisces Affirmations

Tuesday 21st of September

I let go of toxic thoughts, feelings, and emotions that are not of service to my highest good.

I am creating the space to surrender and receive.

I believe in love and invite it into my life in every way.

I am loveable and deserve to be loved.

I see others clearly and give love freely where it is needed, appreciated, and respected.

I will allow my imagination to run wild.

I am creative.

I trust my intuition and I will listen to it, honour it, and allow it to guide me.