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Gemini

(May 22-June 21)

Element: Air

Every Minute Counts

This busy month brings so much to do that you fear you're neglecting what truly matters. Mental Mercury is quickly moving through new territory and making up for time lost during last month's retrograde period. Your remedial work is finished, and Mercury's entry into your 5th House of Play on October 3 is a welcome relief. However, the indecisive Libra New Moon on October 7 brings obstacles to romance as Mercury joins Saturn the Tester on October 8. Additionally, romantic Venus begins her retrograde phase in your 6th House of Self-Improvement that day, initiating a seven-week period when you can overanalyze love and cool off an otherwise hot relationship. You become more serious as Mercury moves into intense Scorpio on October 20. The pioneering Aries Full Moon in your 11th House of Aspirations on October 22 pushes you forward, but wandering Mars squares illusory Neptune on the same day, diffusing your plans and confusing your decisions.

Cancer

(June 22-July 22)

Element: Water

Another Point of View

Finding balance within and maintaining peace at home are key issues for you this month. Objective Mercury enters harmony-seeking Libra and your 4th House of Home and Family on October 3, exposing you to alternative points of view that can lead to reinterpreting your personal history. Your treasured (and painful) memories take on a different color in light of your current situation. While all this might leave you unsettled, it's also your opportunity to untie emotional knots that prevent you from reaching your full potential. Sometimes you have to let go of what you know to move ahead. The Libra New Moon on October 7 underscores this vital theme of opening your mind and facing an opposing point of view. The purpose is not to prove you wrong, but to illuminate the emotions that have been closed by fear or self-doubt, freeing you from the limits they impose upon you.

Leo

(July 23- August 22)

Element: Fire

Metaphorical Security Blanket

Unexpected good news can start off your month with a boost as Mercury opposes benevolent Jupiter and eye-opening Uranus on October 1 and 2. All in all, though, this is a rather somber time. Brainy Mercury enters reflective Libra and your 3rd House of Communication on October 3, joining serious Saturn there on October 8. Measure your words and say what you mean.

Additionally, the objective Libra New Moon on October 7 falls in your data-rich 3rd house, presenting you with opposing viewpoints. It's tempting to favor one perspective over the other, yet the lesson of the Scales is to seek balance by giving each side equal consideration. Saturn's weight of responsibility may leave you feeling oppressed, but you can't just walk away from a tough situation. With both magnetic Venus and forceful Mars in profound Scorpio, tracking together through your 4th House of Home and Family, your passions run rampant.

Virgo

(August 23-September 22)

Element: Earth

Sweet and Sour

A shift toward polite and peaceful interactions appears to get the month off to a pleasant start when Mercury enters gracious Libra on October 3. Yet the communication planet's tense square with shadowy Pluto on October 5 darkens discussions and could turn your mind in a less trusting direction.

The contrast between Libra's happy talk and a more somber perspective flows in and out throughout the month. For example, the New Moon in friendly Libra on October 7 is normally a time of romantic innocence and naive optimism. However, constraining Saturn's close proximity to Mercury and the Sun-Moon conjunction leaves you doubting your self-worth and wondering if you're being treated fairly. Be patient if the potential rewards of the New Moon in your 2nd House of Income are delayed. Still, investing in developing your talents and professional skills now will likely pay off down the road.

Libra

(September 23-October 23)

Element: Air

The Road Not Taken

You are cautious as the month begins, yet a surge of creativity feeds your optimism, encouraging you to overcome recent obstacles. Your discretion comes from the Sun's proximity to conservative Saturn in your fair-minded sign, yet it quickly gives way to marvelous possibilities brought by Mercury's connection with self-assured Jupiter and ingenious Uranus on October 1 and 2. By October 3, when Mercury slips into Libra, your objectivity helps you maintain your cool while responding to unexpected twists and turns in your chosen path.

The ambivalent Libra New Moon on October 7 is like your personal New Year's Day, reflecting your desire to make balanced choices that are best for everyone. You are hesitant to decide one way or another because you can see potential in both options. Your key planet, Venus, turns retrograde in your 2nd House of Self-Worth on October 8 to complicate matters and rattle your confidence.

Scorpio

(October 24-November 22)

Element: Water

Soul Searching

Dynamic Mars in unrelenting Scorpio continues to push you forward, but your spirit may not be fully engaged prior to October 23. That's when the Sun enters your sign to enlighten you with a sense of purpose and invigorate you with the drive to accomplish more. Until then you'll be working behind the scenes, completing unfinished business and exploring metaphysical matters with the Sun in your 12th House of Odds and Ends.

The New Moon in Libra conjunct responsible Saturn on October 7 further stimulates your 12th house, spurring a commitment to helping the unfortunate and establishing a regular spiritual practice. The timing is right for channeling some of your attention away from the body and toward your soul, since sensual Venus in Scorpio turns retrograde on October 8. Pleasure and personal desires won't disappear, but may feel less urgent until Venus turns direct on November 18.

Sagittarius

(November 23-December 21)

Element: Fire

Flirting with Time

The month begins with a flurry of personal activity, which stirs up original ideas that you want to share -- and fantasies about love that you prefer to hide. On October 3, a creative conjunction between beautiful Venus and physical Mars heats up your desires, but they're in enigmatic Scorpio in your 12th House of Soul Consciousness. Chatty Mercury's visit to your 11th House of Friends and Wishes from October 3 - 20 encourages you to talk about your goals with those you trust. The gracious Libra New Moon on October 7 falls in your community-minded 11th house, suggesting that getting along with others may be more important than having your own way. On October 8, Venus goes retrograde, initiating a turn inward to reconsider what you want from love. The irrepressible Aries Full Moon on October 22 falls in your 5th House of Play, highlighting your eagerness to express yourself freely.

Capricorn

(December 22- January 19)

Element: Earth

Building Alliances

You get another chance to fix your past mistakes and shore up relationships this month. In fact, making and maintaining alliances appears to be your major theme now. Talkative Mercury enters friendly Libra and your 10th House of Career on October 3 to set the stage for more open communication. The New Moon in Libra on October 7 can put you into the spotlight as a spokesperson on the job, or as a negotiator. Stern Saturn's proximity, though, warns against taking on tasks that require you to move too quickly. If you're seeking new professional connections or partnerships, act early: relational Venus turns retrograde on October 8 in your 11th House of Community. The love planet's about-face opens the door for reconnecting with old friends and can help untie knots in existing unions -- yet makes it more difficult to start a new one until she goes direct on November 18.

Aquarius

(January 20- February 18)

Element: Air

No Rest for the Weary

Although the overall intensity of life should settle down this month, Aquarius, you won't have much time to contemplate recent changes: the day-to-day noise level remains high. In fact, your key planet Uranus annoys you throughout the month as it receives stressful aspects from the Sun, Mercury, Venus and Mars. Unstable Uranus is back in your 2nd House of Personal Resources, stirring up financial trouble or, at least, concerns about money. Artistic Venus and assertive Mars are in your 10th House of Career, motivating you to apply your creativity toward professional advancement. But payment or recognition for your work may be delayed until after November 18, because Venus turns retrograde on October 8. Venus, the planet of money and love, also forms tense sesquisquares with Uranus on October 5 and October 12, provoking stress in a relationship or revealing an unexpected shortage of cash.

Pisces

(February 9- March 20)

Element: Water

Redefining Relationships

Last month's relationship theme intensifies as you dig more deeply into the nature of your partnerships and, hopefully, arrive at a clearer picture of where you want to go next. The New Moon in ambiguous Libra on October 7 falls in your 8th House of Intimacy, stretching the boundaries of a current union or challenging you to reexamine your beliefs about uniting with another person. Venus, the planet of attraction, turns retrograde in your 9th House of Higher Truth on October 8. Memories of past loves may surface and cause you to reconsider your situation. On October 22, the Full Moon in pioneering Aries fires your 2nd House of Resources with bold initiative that can increase your sense of self-worth. Restrictive Saturn could put the brakes on dreams with a tough sesquisquare to dreamy Neptune on October 27. Weed out what's unrealistic.

Aries

(March 21- April 20)

Element: Fire

Boot Camp for the Heart

A steady stream of stressful aspects this month can make you feel as if you're in rigorous training. Remembering the adage "no pain, no gain" can help you through the rougher spots, but the truth is that current trials will drain your vitality unless you approach them with the proper attitude. Instead of responding to events with irritation or frustration, think of each new situation as an opportunity to hone a useful skill.

A partner or co-worker can be a major source of concern as your 7th House of Others is activated by the Sun until October 23 and by Mercury from October 3 - 20. Hopefully you've already made significant decisions that are positively affecting your personal and professional life. Now it's time to take these changes to the next level. It will require hard work, but the long-term payoff is surely worth the effort.

Taurus

(April 21-May 21)

Element: Earth

Relationship Rewind

Taking a few steps backward this month can solidify your relationships. Your ruling planet, Venus, turns retrograde on October 8 in your 7th House of Partnerships, delaying progress with new projects. A business associate could tie you up with unreasonable demands that make you feel like you're running in circles. If you examine the complex situations more thoroughly, you may find ways to discover unused resources and add depth that increases satisfaction in relationships.

The New Moon in Libra on October 7 reveals that you need to make adjustments at work or with your habits. This Sun-Moon conjunction in harmonious Libra falls in your 6th House of Details, encouraging you to manage routine matters with greater care and precision. Being neat and tidy in your professional and personal life may seem inconsequential, but sets the stage for bigger and better things to come.

October's Book of the Month

Eat...Pray...Love

Liz Gilbert (Roberts) had everything a modern woman is supposed to dream of having - a husband, a house, a successful career - yet like so many others, she found herself lost, confused, and searching for what she really wanted in life. Newly divorced and at a crossroads, Gilbert steps out of her comfort zone, risking everything to change her life, embarking on a journey around the world that becomes a quest for self-discovery. In her travels, she discovers the true pleasure of nourishment by eating in Italy; the power of prayer in India, and, finally and unexpectedly, the inner peace and balance of true love in Bali.

The necklace is made up of a 108 gemstones. The number 108 is sacred in the Hindu religion. This necklace can be used in any religion or spiritual belief, as they are used to pray and meditate. Bloodstone gem is the stone of courage. It provides grounding energy for the heart and help balance the entire body. It is dark green in color. This necklace does not have a clasp (Jap Mala beads do not have clasps) and hangs approximately 12 inches around your neck.

Crystal of the Month

CRACKLE QUARTZ

These gorgeous points are made from pure quartz which has been heated then cooled to create these exquisite stones. Crackle Quartz retains the properties of quartz as well as carrying the chakra energy.

(White energy - White Crackle Quartz): Controls wisdom and understanding. Unhappiness, a sense of indecision and poor choices are all signs of an unbalanced Crown Chakra. Meditate to develop this chakra and you will find wisdom and deepen your connection with the Divine and with the Universe. (Brazil)

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