by Sonja Francis | Oct 12, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Be Alert For Undue Optimism
This week’s headline items: Pluto remains highly exalted and out of bounds all week; on Monday afternoon, a last Quarter Moon in Cancer becomes exact, ending Eclipse Season! Yay! Venus changes signs from Virgo to Libra on Monday, early evening, and Pluto comes to a halt later Monday evening — ending its annual Retrograde phase. The Balsamic Moon phase begins on Friday morning; Mars trines the North Node in Pisces on Saturday morning, and Mercury will do the same on Sunday early morning.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday night/Tuesday very early morning (for a little over 5.5 hours), Wednesday night/Thursday very early morning (for 13 hour), and Saturday late afternoon/early evening (for almost 7 hours).
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Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, October 13th:
Monday is quite an eventful day (astrologically speaking). The Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer all day. It will journey there until Tuesday morning.
With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say, and our feelings are thus more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others.
Self-care is key for the next two days! Emotional safety is also important to us; we like connecting to the familiar and enjoy nurturing ourselves and others — home and family call to us, for instance.
Make sure, though, that your glass is filled before letting others drink from it, or you might start to feel drained and resentful.
This Moon placement also started the build-up towards the last Quarter Moon (exact on later this afternoon).
Monday at 2:13pm EDT, the last Quarter Moon in 20.5° of Cancer becomes exact. We started to feel this aspect build the moment the Moon entered Cancer on Sunday very early morning. The Moon in protective, nurturing Cancer makes a challenging aspect to the Sun harmony-oriented, idealistic Libra.
This may bring challenges; however, it also energizes us to face what demands completion or change. This Moon phase brings us closer to Oct. 21st, which will bring a New Moon in Libra.
Eclipse season now is over, however the last New Moon was a Solar Eclipse, so with this last Quarter Moon, rather than starting major new projects, it serves us to take a look at our Solar Eclipse Intentions one more time and see if they are still a good fit.
As best as you can, find creative solutions for anything that comes up (whether internally or with others).
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 18-22 degrees of Cancer, Libra, Capricorn, or Aries? If so, you will feel this month’s last Quarter Moon quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer since the Sun rules Leo and the Moon rules Cancer.
Monday at 5:19pm EDT, Venus changes signs from detail-oriented, practical Virgo and moves into harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra. She will journey through that sign until Nov. 6th.
With this placement, we prefer to show kindness, even-handedness, and a willingness to make our relationships work.
We value our relationships at this time, and we prefer entering into equal partnerships. Until Nov. 6th, we can develop an idealized view of what a relationship “should” look like.
We do our best to treat others fairly for the next three and a half weeks, seeking the middle ground.
We are more likely to appreciate the arts, dance, beauty, collaborative projects, and celebrations of love (weddings, relationship anniversaries, declarations of love, marriage proposals, etc.).
Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus? If so, you will feel more connected to your inner harmony for the next 3.5 weeks. Your heart will want to connect to others in an equal setting. If you are a Libra Sun- or Rising sign, you are going to have more love and beauty in your life for as long as Venus is in your sign.
Monday late evening, a Venus/Neptune opposition becomes exact at 9:16pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday morning (Oct. 11th) on; it will remain strong until Thursday morning (Oct. 16th). We are ready to dissolve anything we valued in the past that no longer serves us or humanity.
Our relationships might feel confusing or disappointing; they might even be some of the things “dissolving” — but this is helping us get more connected with our inner knowingness or sense of what feels “right”. Compassion may play a significant role in our interactions.
Ask yourself: What is in alignment with my higher Self? Can I find a way to connect what I value in my relationships with who I need to be to inspire others? Could I be open to the idea that everyone has infinite potential and the Soul is just waiting for us to live out this potential? Where might “pleasing others” and “continuous harmony” be overrated?
This might not be the best time to start a new relationship, as we tend to idealize others, leading to disappointment. As best as you can, find your inner balance with what’s real and what’s not… and allow others to be human, limitations and all.
Financially, we may want to invest in creative or spiritual endeavors that include others, but hold off on buying anything concrete or practical until after Oct. 16th
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-3 degrees of Libra, Aries, Cancer, Capricorn, or 27-29 degrees of Virgo, Pisces, Gemini, or Sagittarius? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly.
This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Pisces (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Neptune rules Pisces).
Monday at 10:54pm EDT, Pluto halts at 1º22′ of Aquarius, going direct, after completing its 5-month Retrograde phase (May 4th – Oct. 13th). Pluto’s energy will continue to move more slowly until Oct. 28th.
When an outer planet stops, its energy gets more pronounced; we become more aware of its impact on us — and this can sometimes cause discomfort. We are being asked to hang out with that discomfort until the planet’s energy has picked up again (around Oct. 28th).
During the Retrograde phase, we had a chance to connect to anything associated with Pluto from within.
Pluto is associated with our Soul purpose, as well as the process of empowerment — our ability to feel empowered from within — and with our deepest passions. This forced us to see what truly motivates us.
For the last 5 months, we’ve needed to tap into inner authenticity, embracing all of ourselves: the good, the bad, and the ugly.
We can now bring this inner authenticity to the outer world and are ready to let go of any habits, behaviors, or fears holding us back from feeling fully empowered from within.
Whatever we have intuitively learned about our inner passion, strength, and Soul’s purpose, we are now ready to bring that knowledge to the outside world. This deeper connection is going to serve us on our journey towards authenticity.
We can establish connections with like-minded people that align with our soul’s purpose and lead us into a future that empowers ourselves and our communities. Ask yourself: What do I “just know” deep down?
==> If you want to dive deeper into Pluto’s current movement and what this might mean for you and for humanity, watch my 99 min. webinar titled: “Exalted & Out of Bounds — Pluto at its Most Intense”.
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 27-29 degrees of Capricorn, Cancer, Libra, Aries, or 0-1 degrees of Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, or Scorpio? If so, you will feel this station more strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Scorpio (Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio).
Monday night/Tuesday very early morning at 1:05am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for almost 5.5 hours, until 6:47am EDT (Tuesday morning). Use this intuitive time to focus on spiritual/intuitive experiences or creative endeavors and to lend loving and nurturing support to others.
As best as you can, focus on the here and now, and release anything that feels outdated or stuck in the past.
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. If you are awake, you may also want to plan Monday night until Tuesday morning ahead of time.
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by Sonja Francis | Oct 5, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Being Authentic & Heart-Centered
This week’s headline items: Pluto remains highly exalted and out of bounds all week; Mercury changes signs from Libra to Scorpio early on Monday afternoon, and makes a Yod-aspect with Neptune and Uranus until Tuesday night; a Super Full Moon becomes exact late Monday evening, and on Sunday night, Venus moves over the degree of the September 21st Solar Eclipse.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday afternoon (for almost 11 hours), Thursday evening (for almost 5 hours), and Saturday late evening (for a little over 3.5 hours).
Before we get to this week’s Forecast, two gentle reminders…
I made an important announcement last week about the new direction I’ll be taking with my work — including my decision to put the Membership program on hold ==> Please watch this brief video OR read the audio transcript below the video to understand what’s changing and how you can stay connected moving forward.
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Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, October 6th:
Monday is quite the day (astrologically speaking). The Moon remains in pioneering, fast-paced Aries all day. It will journey there until Tuesday night. Life is an adventure; we’re more open to new ideas and enthusiastic about new projects.
Patience is certainly not our strong suit at this time, but we can decide quickly and act promptly. Our independence and dynamism are important to us, so we may struggle to be disciplined or accept advice.
In general, our responses to others tend to be more assertive or even aggressive. If you find your foot tapping, try hitting the gym or finding other ways to burn off the body’s excess energy.
This Moon placement also started the build-up towards the Super Full Moon in Aries (exact later this evening) ==> If you are a Member of my online community, feel free to watch my video on the subject, or read my “Super Full Moon in Aries” article
Monday at 12:41pm EDT, Mercury changes signs from harmony-seeking Libra to passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio, where it will journey until Oct. 29th. During those 3 weeks, we can focus on what’s most important to us on a deep emotional level.
We can get to the very heart of any matter at this time (especially through conversation). We are more passionate about giving valid advice or support. We are not satisfied with superficial connections right now — it’s all or nothing.
For that reason, our mental processes could get a little obsessive. Watch out for catastrophic thinking! We may also be more suspicious and expect bad intentions.
It’s a time that favors reading or writing about intrigue, mystery, and hidden motives. Mercury in Scorpio loves anything that challenges the brain, and often finds us more interested in what makes people tick.
This shift into Scorpio also starts a Yod aspect, with Mercury as the Focal point. I discussed this in my Super Full Moon article and will go into more details below (see Tuesday’s forecast).
Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini or Virgo? If so, you will feel a greater need to investigate deeper emotional issues or motives. Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Scorpio? If so, you will most likely feel more chatty and mentally alert for the next 3 weeks.
Monday evening, a somewhat challenging Mercury/Neptune aspect becomes exact at 6:53pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Sunday evening (Oct. 5th) on; it will remain strong until Tuesday evening (Oct. 7th).
This could contribute to mental confusion and spaciness or the need to communicate with others from an inspirational place (but possibly not knowing how to achieve that).
We may experience inner struggles or find there are adjustments to be made. We may feel confused at times as we are pulled in two very different directions…
On the one hand, tuning into our personal vision, getting excited, and finding the inspiration to take action.
On the other hand, obsessing over what lies beneath the surface (and others’ motivations) and thinking through what feels most empowering to ourselves and others.
We may also contemplate worst-case scenarios in the hope of protecting ourselves from a potentially less-than-ideal future.
Sometimes, imagination and vision can run way ahead of what is feasible (and sensible). At these times, the grand vision is best served by focusing on the next concrete step, accepting our idiosyncrasies as we go.
Honesty is crucial here, especially self-honesty; inner awareness is the key!
What are you sensing? Intuiting? Where do your intimate partnerships not seem to fit with your ideals, dreams, or fantasies?
Where could you learn to understand the deeper connections between things? What needs to be communicated in your collaborations?
Where might you be avoiding some aspect of this? Could you put some space, time, and love around this? What’s clear to you? What looks muddy? Where might you be looking through rose-colored glasses? Where might some of those lenses overlap?
Note that I say “overlap”: Don’t look for an exact fit; this is more like two pieces from different jigsaw puzzles. You might keep looking at the imperfect fit and feel a nagging sense that something doesn’t make sense… And it doesn’t. It can’t. The pieces are not from the same game.
Just do your best to “hang out” with the discomfort this evokes, rather than repeatedly trying to figure it out and fix it.
This Quincunx is part of a Yod aspect, with Mercury as the Focal point. Again, I discussed this in my Super Full Moon article, and will go into more details tomorrow, Tuesday.
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-2 degrees of Scorpio, Aries, or 29 degrees of Libra, or Pisces? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini, Virgo, or Pisces (Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo; Neptune rules Pisces).
Monday at 11:48pm EDT, the Sun in Libra opposes the Moon at 14º of Aries. The Moon’s entry into Aries on Sunday night (Oct. 5/6) began the build-up toward this powerful Super Full Moon.
This lunation spotlights what we need to heal or shift within ourselves to experience the peace, harmony, and balance we long for in our lives and relationships.
The Aries–Libra polarity highlights the ongoing dance between self and other, assertion and cooperation, independence and partnership, masculine and feminine.
The Moon in pioneering Aries opposes the Sun in balance-seeking Libra, reminding us that every Full Moon brings our emotional body to the forefront. Feelings rise, what has been suppressed becomes visible, and the unconscious finds its way into form.
On a subtle level, the Moon connects us with our feminine side, our maternal conditioning, and our capacity to give and receive nourishment. At the Full Moon, what has been in the shadows comes to light — and this one is particularly potent.
Why? Because it is a
Super Full Moon — the Moon is closer to the Earth, intensifying tidal pulls, tectonic stresses, and the stirrings of our emotional bodies. And since it follows a Solar Eclipse, we are
still in Eclipse Season. This Super Full Moon calls us to…
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by Sonja Francis | Sep 28, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Assumptions and Expectations
This week’s headline items: Pluto remains “out of bounds” (OOB) all week; a first Quarter Moon in Capricorn becomes exact on Monday evening; on Tuesday, Pluto is not only OOB but also starts to slow down (station) again, as it prepares to end its 5-month Retrograde phase; Venus opposes Sept. 7th’s Lunar Eclipse degree on Wednesday evening, and aligns with the South Node in Virgo early Saturday. Pluto’s station intensifies on Saturday, and a Super Full Moon starts to build on Sunday night (exact next week Monday late evening).
There will be four Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday very early morning (for a little over 4 hours), Wednesday late morning (for almost 4.5 hours), Friday afternoon (for almost 8 hours), and Sunday evening (for a little over 4 hours).
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Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, September 29th:
Monday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius until 5:55am EDT. We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn. As best as you can, speak your truth without assuming everyone is on the same page.
Improvisation works well for us now, as we are spontaneous and love living on the edge — just be mindful that you aren’t overdoing or overstating things.
Monday at 1:44am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 4 hours, until 5:55am EDT. Use this intuitive time to stretch and grow. Your commitment to spiritual self-mastery, towards being in the present moment, calls you to make some adjustments with the outer world.
Ask yourself: What might be a creative way to stay connected to others and committed to connecting to my intuitive knowing?
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday early morning ahead of time.
Monday at 5:55am EDT, the Moon moves into ambitious, realistic, and goal-oriented Capricorn, where it will journey until Wednesday afternoon. We tend to be more realistic, serious, and cautious; this can support practical endeavors and financial matters.
Our ambition surges and brings with it a need for structure and planning; when you add in the pragmatism this Moon placement supports, you can see how this could be a very productive time for business and long-term goals.
Our reputation will become very important to us. As best as you can during this aspect, avoid “should-ing” on yourself. Take the pressure off, perhaps by saying, “I am doing the best I can, and that’s all I can ever do”
This Moon placement also starts the build up towards the first Quarter Moon (exact later today, on Monday evening).
Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn — and it is currently transiting through Pisces, making this a great time to look for practical applications of our dreams, ideologies, connection to Source, or one-consciousness.
It’s also a great time to take a more serious look at our spiritual or creative aspirations; as best as you can, be authentic about your intuitive connection to life. What works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to your idealism, addictions, avoidance of life, and dreams?
What about life truly resonates with you — as it stands now, rather than what it was 5 or 10 years ago? Where in your life is it time to let go of naiveté or an idealistic approach that no longer serves you?
What tools or structures support you with being in the flow, being present, and feeling connected to the Universe in this now-moment? What needs your time and attention? What could you practice every day? What do you genuinely want to commit yourself to?
Again, this Moon placement also starts the build up towards the first Quarter Moon (exact later today, on Monday evening).
Monday at 7:54pm EDT, the first Quarter Moon in 7º of Capricorn becomes exact. We started to feel this build when the Moon entered Capricorn on Monday early morning.
The Moon in practical, accomplishment-oriented Capricorn makes a challenging aspect to the Sun in balance-seeking, relationship-oriented Libra.
Last week, on Sept. 21st, we saw a powerful New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Virgo. If we set some intentions on Sept. 23rd or 24th, we will be ready to make some adjustments.
This is a time to stretch and grow — and create some forward momentum — in fact, we may feel compelled to act, stirring up anxiety or overwhelm, so just go one breath at a time.
Remember, we’re still in Eclipse Season until Oct. 13th and thus don’t yet have all the information we need to move brand-new projects forward. Allow for changes, remain flexible and adaptable, and find creative solutions in day-to-day interactions with others.
Also, allow for new downloads and the release of “old” codes and conditioning. Simply put, an open mind and heart will serve us best (that’s true in general, but especially true until Eclipse season ends).
Another thing to remember: if something begins or ends in a way that seems organic… allow it to be.
As best as you can, observe your feelings and stay grounded in the “here and now”. Connect to your intuition and inner wisdom; they will help carry you through this period. We are receiving a consciousness upgrade — that’s a good thing!
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 5-9 degrees of Capricorn, Libra, Aries, or Cancer? If so, you will feel the effects of this first Quarter Moon more strongly than otherwise. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Leo or Cancer (the Sun rules Leo; the Moon rules Cancer).
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by Sonja Francis | Sep 21, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Know When Enough Is Enough
This week’s headline items: Pluto remains “out of bounds” all week; Mars changes signs from Libra to Scorpio on Monday early morning; the Sun changes signs from Virgo to Libra — marking the Autumn Equinox — on Monday afternoon; parts of Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: it will be time to set our Solar Eclipse Intentions; the early week (Monday through Wednesday) brings many clearly felt planetary movements, while the rest of the week is more focused on faster, more subtle Moon aspects.
There will only be two Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday evening (for a little over 8 hours) and Friday afternoon (for almost 4 hours).
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Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, September 22nd:
Monday, the Moon remains in harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra all day. It will journey there until early Wednesday morning (Sept. 24th).
The energy of the Libra Moon helps us be naturally courteous and diplomatic; we are more polite at this time, as we seek the approval of others.
We very much want to maintain equal, fair relationships at this time and are therefore open to making compromises and negotiating.
Monday at 3:54am EDT, Mars leaves harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra and enters passionate, all-or-nothing Scorpio, where it will journey until November 4th. The last time we experienced this transit was Oct. 12th until Nov. 24th, 2023.
Think back to that time and ask yourself: What projects were underway? What got initiated? What actions did I take? How can I take things to the next level?
Mars in Libra is constantly striving to bring fairness to the world; Mars in Scorpio knows that life simply isn’t fair. Mars in Libra seeks the middle ground; Mars in Scorpio says, “It’s black or white: Pick one!”
Mars in Scorpio is all about accepting challenges and making changes with concentrated energy and willpower.
For the next 6 weeks, we rely heavily on our gut feelings. We can see through others and could potentially exploit or quietly but formidably oppose them.
We project cool equilibrium — but below the surface may lie another story — in general, we don’t want to show our hand…
We may be attracted to sexual taboos or fantasies in which the “other” surrenders their “body and will” completely — and our sex appeal could perhaps be strong enough to bring that about.
Mars in Scorpio also has a provocative quality to it: We might test ourselves and others. We make all kinds of rules and goals just for the personal satisfaction that comes from achieving or mastering them.
Our survival instincts are stronger; we more easily embrace our own animal nature without guilt.
All this is especially true if you have an Aries or Scorpio Sun- or Rising-sign. Scorpios will feel unusually energized, passionate, and direct — and physically stronger. Aries will feel more intensely connected to others (and to life) over the next 6 weeks …
Monday at 2:19pm EDT, the Sun changes signs from practical Virgo to harmony-seeking Libra, where it will journey until Oct. 22nd. This signifies the beginning of Autumn in the Northern Hemisphere of this planet.
The Fall or Autumn Equinox is an energetic turning point from one season to the next. Equinoxes are super potent times for setting intentions. They are energetic gateways that open us to the inter-relationship between light and dark, inner and outer, spirit and matter.
With the Sun entering Libra, we are being called to pay attention to our relationships. Bringing equality, cooperation, and balance to our dealings with the world is recommended during this time. We have a keen awareness of issues concerning justice, and we are more likely to take a stand against injustice, especially when it’s directed against others.
However, we also want to keep the peace, so we may use language and our intellect to address such issues diplomatically. We can see all sides of a situation — and therefore, it’s not always easy to make the “right” choices. Our desire for harmony is great; more often than not — consciously or unconsciously — we may find ourselves seeking the approval of others.
All this is especially true if you are a Leo or Libra Sun-sign or Rising sign. As a Libra, you will feel a good dose of confidence and playfulness in the next four weeks; as a Leo, you are more aware of the delicate balance that is required internally and externally in your life.
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by Sonja Francis | Sep 14, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Willing to Embrace Your “Flaws”?
This week’s headline items: Pluto remains out of bounds all week; Jupiter remains in a harmonious connection to the Moon Nodes; Uranus ends its Station phase Monday night, but remains retrograde in Gemini. Mercury aligns with the upcoming Solar Eclipse degree early Wednesday evening, and then changes signs from Virgo to Libra early on Thursday; Venus also changes signs, moving from Leo to Virgo on Friday morning; there will be a powerful New Moon/Solar Eclipse in Virgo — in an exalted degree — that will take place on Sunday afternoon, 22 hours before the Autumn Equinox.
There are lots of planetary aspects on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday — so buckle up, it’s going to be a big week!
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday late evening (for a little over 2 hours), Friday morning (for 2 minutes), and Sunday afternoon (for almost 2 hours).
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Monday, September 15th:
Monday, the Moon remains in protective, nurturing Cancer, where it will journey until Tuesday night (Sept.16th). With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say, and our feelings are thus more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others.
Self-care is key until Tuesday night!
Monday, Uranus resumes its typical pace through the sky, ending its station (remaining in its retrograde motion in Gemini).
What has come up in the last 3.5 weeks concerning radical changes in your thinking? Or around what needs to change about your thinking regarding the future? Or relating to freedom in your day-to-day interactions?
How are you doing with honoring your individuality or idiosyncrasies? The Retrograde phase is an excellent time to do some internal work in this area (retrograde ends Feb. 3rd, 2026).
Monday late evening, an opportune Venus/Mars aspect becomes exact at 11:04pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect from last week, Friday morning (Sept. 12th) on; it will remain strong until this Friday, late morning (Sept. 19th).
This aspect helps our one-on-one relationships, bringing passion and/or sexiness to them — and if we’re not in a long-term committed relationship, we’ll get some help in connecting with others — online or in person.
This could also be a good time for financial ventures, social life, artistic pursuits, and pleasure in general.
Remember: this is an “opportunity” — those aren’t necessarily handed to us; we have to make them happen.
Ask yourself: What collaborations might lead to a valuable experience, authentic connection, or joyful interaction?
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (MC), or any personal planets in 23-28 degrees of Leo, Libra, Gemini, or Sagittarius? If so, you may be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Aries (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Mars is the ruler of Aries)
Monday night/Tuesday very early morning, a somewhat challenging Mercury/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 3:50am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from today (Monday) late morning on; it will remain strong until Tuesday night.
This aspect operates more on an internal level. We feel uneasy about something, almost awkward — and we need to make a choice… so we need to develop inner awareness.
Ask yourself: What have I been avoiding or rejecting about myself? Where have I been trying to “fix” myself? What might a compassionate inner dialogue and self-acceptance do for me?
This boils down to feeling “stumped” — we feel like we can’t get our head around things or make decisions.
As best as you can, be kind and compassionate to yourself. Ask yourself: Could I hang out with the inner discomfort this is stirring up, just for right now?
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 25-27 degrees of Virgo or Aries? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Gemini or Virgo(Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and Virgo)
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by Sonja Francis | Sep 7, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Each of Us Creates a Ripple
This week’s headline items: Uranus remains exalted, Pluto remains “Out of Bounds”, and Jupiter continues to trine the North Node in Pisces all week. Mercury opposes the Lunar Eclipse degree on Wednesday morning; the Sun aligns with the South Node in Virgo on Wednesday afternoon, Mercury will follow suit on Thursday late evening; the last Quarter Moon in Gemini becomes exact on Sunday morning. And yes, we are still in Eclipse Season!
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday afternoon (for almost 1 hour), Wednesday very early morning (for 13 hours), Friday afternoon (for a little over 1 hour), and Sunday evening (for almost 2 hours)
Before we get to this week’s Forecast, a gentle reminder…
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Monday, September 8th:
Monday, the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces until 2:37pm EDT. This Moon placement often finds us more sensitive, intuitive, idealistic, and imaginative than usual.
We also have a greater capacity for compassion, sympathy, and affection for all, especially those who suffer or can be regarded as the underdog.
We are still within the 48 hour period of the Lunar Eclipse that was exact yesterday afternoon. So, take it easy and allow for lots of rest and down-time if possible.
We also talked about the Eclipses in my latest webinar: “Connecting Mind & Heart”. To get and watch this beautiful webinar, click here!
Monday at 1:44pm EDT, we enter a short Moon VoC that will last for almost 1 hour, until 2:37pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to focus on long-term goals connected to spiritual or creative endeavors.
You are ready to practice and take some responsibility for your intuitive and imaginative gifts, as well as your ability to be in tune with everything around you.
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday afternoon ahead of time.
Monday at 2:37pm EDT, the Moon moves into pioneering, fast-paced Aries, where it will journey until Wednesday afternoon. Life is an adventure; we’re more open to new ideas and enthusiastic about new projects.
Patience is certainly not our strong suit at this time, but we can decide quickly and act promptly. Our independence and dynamism are important to us, so we may struggle to be disciplined or accept advice.
In general, our responses to others tend to be more assertive or even aggressive. If you find your foot tapping, try hitting the gym or finding other ways to burn off the body’s excess energy.
Mars, the ruler of Aries is currently in Libra. This makes the next two days a great time to examine collaborations and how we come across in one-on-one relationships.
We may feel more energized when engaged in projects that involve others’ input. We may seek a more balanced approach to doing things.
Given all this, it’s vital to pursue our personal goals and channel our energy into relationships that provide a sense of equality and a balanced masculine-feminine experience.
Ask yourself: What simple action would move me one step closer to better relationships and collaborations? How can I lead without domination? How could I find a balanced way to express my feminine and masculine energies?
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Aug 31, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Accepting Our Idiosyncrasies
This week’s headline items: we are still in Eclipse Season; Uranus remains exalted all week; Saturn re-enters Pisces early on Monday morning, and will remain in an exalted degree all week; Mercury changes signs from Leo to Virgo late Tuesday morning; Jupiter remains in a harmonious aspect with the North Node all week, exact on Wednesday; Mars squares Jupiter all week, exact on Thursday; Friday night/early Saturday, Uranus comes to a halt in Gemini, starting its yearly Retrograde phase.
But the most important event of this week is a powerful Full Moon/Lunar Eclipse (aka Blood Moon), which will be exact on Sunday afternoon.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday late evening (for 6 minutes), Thursday early morning (for 24 minutes), and Friday afternoon (for 19 hours).
Before we get to this week’s Forecast, a gentle reminder…
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Monday, September 1st:
Monday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius until 9:45pm EDT. We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn.
We’re not likely to be big fans of routine — diversity and new adventures work best for us at this time — and we’re also physically restless, so we must burn that off with activity and physical exercise.
We tend to feel more open, optimistic, and inspired — and we also have a high degree of independence. Taking these two influences together, we’d rather inspire others to do things our way than issue or obey orders.
Inspiring others could come more easily than usual, as we can see the bigger picture, leaving us confident that others will agree once they see what we see.
As best as you can, speak your truth without assuming everyone is on the same page.
Improvisation works well for us today, as we are spontaneous and love living on the edge — just be mindful that you aren’t overdoing or overstating things.
Monday at 4:07am EDT, Saturn changes signs from fast-paced, enthusiastic, and active Aries back into creative, intuitive, and sensitive Pisces until Feb. 13th, 2026.
In other words, Saturn re-enters Pisces for the next 5.5 months before its long-term stay in Aries until April 2028.
Think back to the period between March 2023 and late May 2025 — when Saturn journeyed through Pisces: Where have you gained mastery regarding your spiritual connection to life? Or the building of healthy foundations for rest, self-trust, and inner reflection?
What area of life got a lot of your attention and focus during that time? Where did you have to make a commitment to yourself (and have patience)?
What did you gain in maturity or expertise because you made an effort to tune in and slow down, whatever the external “noise”?
Due to Saturn’s current retrograde movement (it lasts until the end of November), we are connecting to the energies of this “Cosmic Teacher” from within.
As best as you can, process what occurred when Saturn moved through Pisces (this began in March 2023) — especially the period between Jan. 7th and May 25th, 2025.
Saturn will be in 29º of Pisces until Sept. 14th — an exalted degree. This refers us back to when Saturn was last there, between May 12th – 24th, 2025, before the start of its current Retrograde phase.
What messages do you remember receiving from this cosmic teacher? Did you feel called to be more aware of your sensitivities? Did you feel drawn to calm and inner peace? Were you able to tune in and trust your Soul’s guidance?
What remains to be done? What if you were 5% more serious and committed to your spiritual practices over the next two weeks?
Saturn feels a bit like a fish out of water in Pisces, but it invites us to look for practical applications of our dreams, ideologies, connection to Source, One-Consciousness, etc. This transit could also teach us that healthy boundaries and integrity can help us manifest our dreams.
Saturn in Pisces also reminds us that before we can manifest our dreams, we must look at our relationship to our higher Self, universal love, compassion, intuition, and forgiveness. We must develop spiritual sovereignty.
It asks us to take responsibility for our connection to the spiritual realm. This means turning a critical eye to what we allow in and reject — and taking a more compassionate, kinder approach towards ourselves and others.
We are invited, individually and collectively, to clarify and acknowledge our interconnectivity with all of life — with all living beings.
Saturn in Pisces also reminds us that in order to… To read the whole article, click here
All this is especially true if you are a Capricorn or Pisces Sun- or Rising-sign. As a Capricorn, you will feel a greater need for focusing on your dreams — and your spiritual sovereignty. As a Pisces, you will most likely feel a greater sense of responsibility, a need to be more realistic, serious, and mature, in the next 5.5 months.
Monday at 9:39pm EDT, we enter a very brief Moon VoC that will last for 6 minutes, until 9:45pm EDT. Use this intuitive time to stretch and grow. Your commitment to spiritual self-mastery, towards being in the present moment, calls you to make some adjustments with the outer world.
Ask yourself: What might be a creative way to stay connected to others and committed to connecting to my intuitive knowing?
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow.
Monday at 9:45pm EDT, the Moon moves into ambitious, realistic, and goal-oriented Capricorn, where it will journey until Thursday morning. We tend to be more realistic, serious, and cautious; this can support practical endeavors and financial matters.
Our ambition surges and brings with it a need for structure and planning; when you add in the pragmatism this Moon placement supports, you can see how this could be a very productive time for business and long-term goals.
Our reputation will become very important to us. As best as you can during this aspect, avoid “should-ing” on yourself. Take the pressure off, perhaps by saying, “I am doing the best I can, and that’s all I can ever do”
Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn — and it is currently transiting through Pisces, making this a great time to look for practical applications of our dreams, ideologies, connection to Source, or one-consciousness.
It’s also a great time to take a more serious look at our spiritual or creative aspirations; as best as you can, be authentic about your intuitive connection to life. What works (and what doesn’t) when it comes to your idealism, addictions, avoidance of life, and dreams?
What about life truly resonates with you — as it stands now, rather than what it was 5 or 10 years ago? Where in your life is it time to let go of naiveté or an idealistic approach that no longer serves you?
What tools or structures support you with being in the flow, being present, and feeling connected to the Universe in this now-moment? What needs your time and attention? What could you practice every day? What do you genuinely want to commit yourself to?
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Aug 24, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
What Is Your Best Path Forward?
This week’s headline items: we are now in Eclipse Season; Uranus remains exalted all week; Mercury’s post-retrograde Shadow ends early Monday morning; we have lots of Venus aspects earlier in the week; it’s time to act on our New Moon intentions from Thursday morning on; on Sunday, the first Quarter Moon in Sagittarius becomes exact, and Uranus’ station intensifies.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday late morning (for 15 minutes), Tuesday late evening (for almost 23.5 hours), and Friday evening (for almost 13.5 hours).
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Monday, August 25th:
Monday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo until 10:08am EDT. Until then, our focus tis still on the practical and wholesome. We are generous with our time and services and love to help others.
We also have a fondness for science and anything that makes sense in our daily world — things and knowledge we can apply and use.
Health might also come into focus at this time. We notice the parts that make up the whole; this is a great time to see if our daily routines (eating, work, self-care, etc.) align with our long-term goals.
Monday until 2:07am EDT, we can still set our New Moon Intentions during the best and most potent time! If you’d like some input on how to do that, check out this article — to (re-) watch my New Moon video: click here.
Monday around 5:15am EDT, Mercury’s post-Shadow phase ends (at 15º37′ of Leo). We no longer need to look back in order to learn or share something new, buy or sell something different, or make new connections.
As you may recall, on Aug. 11th, when Mercury stationed direct, I mentioned the Mercury Shadow phases as well: If you want to buy, sell or ship big-ticket items, it’s best to avoid the periods shortly before Mercury goes retrograde and after Mercury goes direct.
This is especially true if the items are connected to transportation (cars, plane tickets, etc.) or communication (phone, computer, iPad, etc.)
The good news is this Shadow phase ends early this morning when Mercury reaches 15º36′ of Leo. This means we can finally go ahead and book those plane tickets — or buy that new car or iPhone (or anything else communication- or transportation-related).
We can also more easily take in new information, so teaching, sharing, and learning will be more effective. Click here to read my blog on the subject.
Monday at 9:53am EDT, we enter a brief Moon VoC that lasts for 15 minutes until 10:08am EDT. Take the opportunity to get organized, improve daily routines, and increase your awareness of how those activities fit with your values.
It could also be a chance to reconnect with family and loved ones in a nurturing way, from the heart — while being mindful of what works and what doesn’t for you.
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow.
Monday at 10:08am EDT, the Moon moves into harmony-loving, balance-seeking Libra, where it will journey until Wednesday late evening. The energy of the Libra Moon helps us be naturally courteous and diplomatic; we are more polite at this time as we seek the approval of others.
We very much want to maintain equal, fair relationships at this time and are therefore open to making compromises and negotiating.
These next 2.5 days are a great time for mediation — but our need for peace and accompanying aversion to direct conflict could pull us to “yes” more easily than we might like.
We may also be able to see both sides of the equation so well that we can’t make decisions. As best as you can, find an inner balance with this and communicate what needs to be said with grace and charm — even if it’s “No.”
One last quick note: this is also a great time for anything to do with visual arts!
Monday at 12:27pm EDT, Venus changes signs from sensitive, protective Cancer to fun-loving, extroverted Leo, where it will journey until Sept. 19th. Venus in Leo changes how we “do” relationships.
We’re “in love with love”, so we especially appreciate (and are turned on by) gestures of love and romance. It goes the other way, too: we are warm, affectionate, and loyal to those we love and cherish (as long as they show us that they deserve our love).
Grand gestures of love and exciting, tantalizing interactions work best. Lavish everyone with compliments (including yourself). We also want to have fun and express our love for life.
And what better way is there to do that than to throw a huge party for everyone we love? And if a “huge party” doesn’t appeal, don’t opt for the couch and the TV: get out there. It’s an excellent time to take a chance!
“Taking a chance” applies to the financial realm, especially any ventures related to entertainment, children, sports, or the stock market.
Do you have your Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra? If so, you will feel more outgoing and confident for the period Venus moves through Leo. Your heart will want to connect and be admired.
Creative endeavors will feel satisfying to you. If you are a Leo Sun-sign or Rising sign, you are going to have more love and beauty in your life for as long as Venus is in your sign.
Monday late evening, a harmonious Venus/Saturn aspect becomes exact at 8:56pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday noon (Aug. 23rd) on; it will remain strong until Thursday early morning (Aug. 28th). This signals a time when we don’t take connections with others lightly; we are more attracted to long-term commitment than to “casual”.
Ask yourself: What long-term connections are possible at this time? What feels “right” to me? Are there any personal connections that need strengthening or refreshing? How might mutual respect and loyalty be of support?
We feel a strong sense of responsibility to loved ones and see ourselves generally as responsible and trustworthy. We have increased sensitivity to the needs of others.
We bring more maturity, respect, and integrity to our interactions — and this is a good time to approach mature or, independent people for their input.
In the same spirit, reevaluating our goals and doing our self-development “work” brings greater mastery over who we are and what we do.
This process doesn’t have to be “solemn”, so ask yourself: Who might welcome a heart-centered dialogue (or creative collaboration) that is inspirational and long-lasting? What if we expressed ourselves freely while respecting each other’s boundaries?
If my heart had a voice of its own and could talk out loud, what might it say about me being myself and walking my path with maturity and integrity? What would a courageous leader and authority figure have to say on the subject? (Think of a specific person for this question.)
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-4 degrees of Leo, Aries, Sagittarius, or 27-29 degrees of Cancer, Pisces, or Scorpio? If so, you will be blessed by this aspect more than others.
This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Capricorn (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra; Saturn is the ruler of Capricorn)
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Aug 17, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Human Complexities
This week’s headline items: Jupiter trines the North Node all week; there will be a massive Moon void of course on Thursday and Friday, so plan ahead for that one! The Sun changes signs from Leo to Virgo on Friday afternoon; a New Moon in 0 degrees Virgo becomes exact early Saturday — this also kicks off Eclipse Season! Uranus starts to slow down (station) on Saturday as well.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday morning (for a little over 7 hours), Wednesday morning (for almost 11 hours) and Thursday afternoon (for a little over 35 hours)!
Before we get to this week’s Forecast, a gentle reminder…
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Monday, August 18th:
Monday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini until 3:05pm EDT. Until then, we would like to learn, connect, and interact as much as possible.
“Busy” feels good: connecting online, on the phone, or sharing face-to-face, preferably multi-tasking all the way… The one thing we can do without is boredom: If our mind is not engaged in some way, we might as well curl up and play dead…
Monday at 7:53am EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for a little over 7 hours, until 3:05pm EDT. This intuitive time offers an opportunity to connect with others and share yourself.
What might become possible if you were to exchange information with others in the mutual pursuit of goals you both feel excited about?
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday morning until the afternoon ahead of time!
Monday at 3:05pm EDT, the Moon moves into protective, nurturing Cancer, where it will journey until Wednesday evening. With this Moon placement, we are more sensitive to what people say, and our feelings are thus more easily hurt — so be kind to yourself and others.
Self-care is key for the next two days! Emotional safety is also important to us; we like connecting to the familiar and enjoy nurturing ourselves and others — home and family call to us, for instance.
Make sure, though, that your glass is filled before letting others drink from it, or you might start to feel drained and resentful.
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Aug 10, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Connect Thought to Action
This week’s headline items: Mercury comes to a halt early Monday, as it ends its 3-week Retrograde phase, and enters its post-Shadow phase (it will remain exalted all week). The last Quarter Moon in Taurus becomes exact on Friday night. Mercury finally ends its Station phase on Sunday.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday very early morning (for a little over 27.5 hours), Wednesday evening (for 14.5 hours), and Friday night (for almost 11 hours).
Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, August 11th:
Monday, the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces all day; it will journey there until Tuesday early morning. This Moon placement often finds us more sensitive, intuitive, idealistic, and imaginative than usual.
We also have a greater capacity for compassion, sympathy, and affection for all, especially those who suffer or can be regarded as the underdog.
But that idealism could also be our downfall at this time: We tend to see the best in everyone and everything, and when reality doesn’t match our idyllic vision, we might feel upset and even victimized by those harsh realities.
A way out of this is to channel our idealism into spiritual or creative endeavors.
It’s also an excellent time to release fears—especially those based on a sense of separation—and experience “oneness.”
Feelings tend to flow more freely; as best as you can, let them — in fact, “going with the flow” is the best way to go for the next couple of days.
Monday at 2:55am EDT, we enter a long Moon VoC that will last for 27.5 hours, until 6:33am EDT (Tuesday morning). Use this intuitive time to tap into a nice feeling of ease and an ability to trust and connect with loved ones.
As best as you can, trust your intuitive sensing right now, allow whatever feelings or sensations comes up to be beneficial for you.
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday very early morning until Tuesday morning ahead of time!
Monday at 3:30am EDT, Mercury comes to a halt again at almost 4 degrees of Leo — ending its 3-week Retrograde phase (which began on July 17/18th at 15.5 degrees of Leo), and slowly starts its direct motion again.
As best as you can, go with the flow, keep an open mind, and pay attention to anything that is in your face right now — you may need to address those issues again when Mercury moves through its post-Shadow phase — more on that in a moment…
We are slowly ready to shift our focus back towards the outer world again, taking in new information and sharing from a new perspective.
Ask yourself: What did I learn about myself? What inner chatter that no longer sparks joy was I able to silence?
Was there anything I needed to express, release, or change to feel fully heart-centered and authentically myself? Where have I gained insight into myself over the past 3 weeks? Where do I still need to be more fully myself?
What did my inner dialog teach me? How might I share my findings in a healthy way?
When Mercury gets back to its regular speed (by Aug. 17th), communication and transportation will get back to normal; the same is true of any associated gadgets, vehicles, etc.
Some of us will feel the effects of the Mercury station more than others: those of us who have Gemini or Virgo as our Sun- or Rising-Sign (Ascendant); and those of us with personal planets in 2-6 degrees of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, or Scorpio.
Monday after 3:30am EDT, Mercury’s post-Shadow phase begins — lasting until Aug. 24th…. as you may recall, I mentioned Mercury Shadow phases in this update a few weeks back:
If you want to buy, sell, or ship big-ticket items, it’s best to avoid the periods shortly before Mercury goes retrograde, and after it goes direct.
This is especially true if the items are connected to travel, physical activities, technology, transportation (cars, plane tickets, etc.), or communication (phone, computer, iPad, etc.) Click here to read my blog on the subject.
Monday very late in the evening, a long-term, opportune Saturn/Uranus aspect becomes exact again at 11:32pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from July 4th on; it will remain strong until Sept. 8th.
We already experienced this aspect once before — exact on April 4th — strong from March 10th – May 12th, 2025. Think back to those dates, what opportunities were unfolding for you during that time?
Due to Saturn’s Retrograde phase between July 13th and Nov. 27th, we will experience this aspect a third time in January 2026 (exact on the 20th).
An opportune aspect supports the incorporation of new ideas and changes; this particular one facilitates commitments around our vision for a better future — especially how we interact and communicate with others, and within our daily commute.
All aspects connect back to the previous conjunction. Saturn and Uranus were last conjunct in Sagittarius in 1988; this marked the beginning of a cycle that will conclude in June 2032. At that point, Saturn and Uranus will start a new cycle in a late degree of Gemini.
If you remember 1988, ask yourself: What began in your life? What did you learn about life? Who have you become because of those experiences?
Returning to our current Saturn/Uranus combination: By focusing tightly on ourselves, we gain a better understanding of our thought processes, which helps us express our unique ideas, quirks, and differences. We can more readily dedicate ourselves to goals that help us with this — and by learning more about our mental abilities, we can accomplish more in less time.
This combination presents an opportunity for significant progress and long-term changes in how we connect with others, ourselves, and the planet. It could lead to a healthier relationship with our planet and our ability to communicate and exchange ideas.
Flexibility is the key to success at this time; pleasant changes may be in store — certainly unexpected ones.
Ask yourself: How might an open mind benefit me and others? As best as you can, watch out for messages from the Universe!
Remember, though: “opportunities” are not automatically granted to us. We have to “realize” them.
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in the following: 0-3 degrees of Aries, Gemini, Leo, Aquarius, or 29 degrees of Pisces, Taurus, Cancer, or Capricorn? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aquarius or Capricorn (the Saturn rules Capricorn; Uranus rules Aquarius).
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by Sonja Francis | Aug 3, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Achieve Balance
This week’s headline items: Mercury remains exalted all week; Mars changes signs from Virgo to Libra on Wednesday evening; Mercury’s Station intensifies on Thursday, as it gets ready to end its 3-week Retrograde phase.The Lion’s Gate will be exact on Friday (08/08); the Full Moon in Aquarius becomes exact early Saturday, and Chiron ends it’s Station that same day, though it remains retrograde.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday late morning (for 1.5 hours), Wednesday afternoon (for a little over 31.5 hours), and Saturday very early morning (for 23 hours).
Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, August 4th:
Monday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius all day; it will journey there until Tuesday afternoon. We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn.
We’re not likely to be big fans of routine — diversity and new adventures work best at this time — and we’re also physically restless and must burn that off with activity and physical exercise.
We tend to feel more open, optimistic, and inspired — but we also have a high degree of independence — and taking these two influences together, we’d rather inspire others to do things our way than issue or obey orders.
Inspiring others could come easier than usual, as we can see the bigger picture, leaving us confident that others will agree once they see what we see.
As best as you can, speak your truth without assuming everyone is on the same page.
Improvisation works well for us now, as we are spontaneous and love living on the edge — just watch out you aren’t overdoing or overstating things.
Monday until 6:15am EDT, we are invited to enjoy this time as much as we can — we have plenty of energy, so if you are awake, use it to explore something new about life or yourself or have some fun! (Moon in Sagittarius trines the Sun in Leo, exact at 2:12am EDT)
Monday from 12:45am – 4:45am EDT, we are invited to make some inner adjustments. We feel uneasy or awkward and need to make a choice. Making this choice demands we develop inner awareness around two very different urges…
On the one hand, we want a horizon-expanding adventure; on the other hand, we want to explore our perspectives on family, home, safety, and emotional well-being. (Moon in Sagittarius quincunxes Jupiter in Cancer, exact at 2:44am EDT)
Mars starts to make some powerful aspects to all of the outer planets (Uranus, Neptune, Pluto) as well as Saturn. They will all become exact by the end of this week (Friday, Saturday and Sunday). So stay tuned for more on those…
It’s a sign that we are ready for a jumpstart. Check to see: where are you being called to take some important actions in service of a long-term agenda?
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by Sonja Francis | Jul 27, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Intensified Cosmic Support
This week’s headline items: Chiron remains exalted all week; we can start to take actions on our New Moon Intentions on Tuesday; Chiron comes to a halt in Aries Wednesday morning; Venus changes signs from Gemini to Cancer late Wednesday evening; the first Quarter Moon in Scorpio becomes exact on Friday morning. On Saturday, Mercury starts to slow down again, preparing to end its retrograde phase on Aug. 11th.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday evening (for almost 5 hours), Tuesday very late evening (for almost 37.5 hours), and Saturday late evening (for almost 5 hours).
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Monday, July 28th:
Monday, the Moon remains in detail-oriented, practical Virgo all day; it will journey there until tonight/Tuesday very early morning, turning our focus toward the practical and wholesome.
We are generous with our time and services and love to help others. We also have a fondness for science and anything that makes sense in our world — things and knowledge we can apply and use.
Health might also come into focus at this time. We notice the parts that make up the whole; this is a great time to see if our daily routines (eating, work, self-care, etc.) align with our long-term goals.
Monday early afternoon, an opportune Venus/Chiron aspect becomes exact at 12:55pm EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday evening (July 26th) on; it will remain strong until Wednesday early morning (July 30th).
This is an opportunity to bring healing to our wounds around relationships or our sense of self-worth. We get a chance to love ourselves and heal deep fears of not being “good enough”.
Healing happens much faster when we can open to forgiving ourselves and others. As best as you can, bring compassion and understanding to yourself, to others, and to those past experiences that wounded you.
Ask yourself: How might an honest conversation support my healing journey at this time? Who might I want to have such a conversation with?
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 25-29 degrees of Gemini, Aries, Leo or Aquarius? If so, you will be more aware of this opportunity. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus or Libra (Venus is the ruler of Taurus and Libra).
Monday at 8:57pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for almost 5 hours, until 1:43am EDT (Tuesday very early morning – July 29th). Use this intuitive time to be precise and practical in your thinking and with your work, and you also want to connect, interact and learn from others.
This tension invites you to stretch a little and resolve it through creative solutions — the key here is to be of service, so you don’t drive yourself or others crazy.
You may feel a little scatterbrained or all over the map. As best as you can, stay flexible — and don’t be too hard on yourself!
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan for Monday evening through early Tuesday in advance.
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jul 20, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Facing Life on Life’s Terms
This week’s headline items: Mercury and Chiron remain exalted all week; the Balsamic Moon phase begins early Monday; Venus squares the Moon Nodes (exact on Monday evening); the Sun changes signs from Cancer to Leo late Tuesday morning; the New Moon in Leo becomes exact on Thursday afternoon. Last but not least, Mercury ends its station on Sunday (it stays retrograde until August 11th.)
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday afternoon (for 16.5 hours), Wednesday evening (for almost 15 hours), and Saturday morning (for almost 10 hours).
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Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, July 21st:
Monday, the Moon remains in chatty, versatile Gemini all day; it will journey there until Tuesday morning. Until then, we like to learn, connect and interact as much as possible.
“Busy” feels good: connecting online, on the phone, or sharing face-to-face, preferably multi-tasking all the way… The one thing we can do without is boredom: If our mind is not engaged in some way, we might as well curl up and play dead …
Monday at 4:30am EDT, the Balsamic Moon phase begins, when the Moon reaches almost 14 degrees of Gemini. This Moon phase lasts until Thursday afternoon (July 24th) when the New Moon in Leo becomes exact.
More about this later this week… In the meantime, feel free to watch my New Moon video, here
We are being asked to slow down and get quiet to listen to our inner sensing/intuition. For some of us, this might be a stretch. Stay grounded, take a deep breath, and exhale any tension as best as you can.
Rather than starting something brand-new, put all that energy into completing existing projects or processes.
This is also a great time for letting go of whatever no longer serves us. What if you could hear the voice of your inner wisdom? What might it be saying?
Monday from 4:35am until 10:35am EDT, we can connect with others and express ourselves playfully and from the heart. What might become possible if we exchanged information with others to create more heart-openings?(Moon in Gemini sextiles Mercury in Leo, exact at 7:36am EDT)
Monday from 10:25am until 6:25pm EDT, we are invited to connect with others and share ourselves in whatever way, shape, or form feels right to us in the moment: spoken or written word, phone, email, IM, letter, etc.(Moon conjuncts Venus in Gemini, exact at 2:23pm EDT)
Monday at 3:52pm EDT, we enter a Moon VoC that will last for 16.5 hours, until 8:26am EDT (Tuesday morning). We can best use this intuitive time to bring a new level of focus and authenticity to who we are being in every “moment of now” — and to how we can be the best version of ourselves while connecting with others.
What if exchanging information with others placed them on the path that leads to the best version of themselves?
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan Monday afternoon until Tuesday morning ahead of time!
Also on Monday around 9:30pm EDT, Venus squares the Moon Nodes (in 19.5º of Pisces-Virgo), when she reaches 19º32′ of Gemini. We started to feel this aspect build from Saturday (July 19th) on; it will remain strong until Thursday morning (July 24th).
Squares mark turning points; this one challenges us to go beyond our need for perfection to a more flexible and open-minded place.
These Squares are calling on us to take a sharp turn toward open thought and communication around the mundane — and when tuning into our “feeling-body”.
We need a perceptual shift to move forward, and this is a pivotal moment in our relationships, including the one we have with ourselves. It encourages us to balance the left and right brain, logic and creativity — in other words, to deepen the integration of mind and heart.
Ask yourself: What if I were open to seeing things from a more curious standpoint when it comes to human life and all its paradoxes? What might it look like for me and my relationship with others if the most profound perspective shift were not political or scientific but spiritual?
Since we’re working with many Mutable Signs, it’s pointless to get too distracted, overwhelmed, or scattered with our thoughts, information, interactions, opinions, etc.
The empty leg for Venus’ Square to the Moon Nodes lies in Sagittarius. We are invited to pay attention to the bigger picture and look for solutions that stem from our own direct experience and exploration of the “truth.”
The wisdom we gain from these explorations will benefit us when interacting with others or navigating media and other information sources.
Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 16-23 degrees of Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo, or Pisces? If so, you will be more affected by this aspect. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Libra or Taurus (Venus rules Taurus and Libra)
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Many blessings,
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jul 13, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
What Brings You Joy?
This week’s headline items: Saturn remains exalted all week; Mercury’s station intensifies on Monday, and the planet will come to a halt on Thursday night, beginning its second Retrograde phase of the year; a last Quarter Moon in Aries becomes exact on Thursday evening; Neptune ends its station on Saturday; Saturn ends its station as well, and Chiron starts to slow down (station) on Sunday, getting ready for its yearly Retrograde phase.
There will be three Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Tuesday afternoon (for almost 11.5 hours), Thursday evening (for almost 7.5 hours), and Sunday very early morning (for a little over 3.5 hours).
Before we get to this week’s Forecast, one announcement and two gentle reminders…
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Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, July 14th:
Monday, the Moon remains in creative, sensitive Pisces all day; it will journey there until Tuesday night/Wednesday very early morning (July 15/16th). This Moon placement often finds us more sensitive, intuitive, idealistic, and imaginative than usual.
We also have a greater capacity for compassion, sympathy, and affection for all, especially those who suffer or can be regarded as the underdog.
But that idealism could also be our downfall at this time: We tend to see the best in everyone and everything, and when reality doesn’t match our idyllic vision, we might feel upset and even victimized by those harsh realities.
A way out of this is to channel our idealism into spiritual or creative endeavors.
It’s also an excellent time to release fears—especially those based on a sense of separation—and experience “oneness.”
Feelings tend to flow more freely; as best as you can, let them — in fact, “going with the flow” is the best way to go during this time.
Monday from 5:45am – 1:45pm EDT brings a feeling of ease and a deepened ability to trust and expand emotional connections with others. As best you can, trust your intuition right now and allow whatever comes up to be beneficial for you or your loved ones. (Moon in Pisces trines Jupiter in Cancer, exact at 9:46am EDT)
Monday from 11:55am – 7:55pm EDT, we feel a need to go within — and also want to connect and learn from others. This tension invites us to stretch a little and resolve it through creative solutions — the key here is to listen to our intuition so we don’t drive ourselves or others crazy. (Moon in Pisces squares Venus in Gemini, exact at 3:53pm EDT)
Monday from 8:40pm – 12:40am EDT, we experience a need for inner adjustments. We feel uneasy or awkward and need to make a choice. Making this choice requires that we develop inner awareness around two very different urges:
On the one hand, the desire to communicate in a creative, outgoing, and self-expressed way — and on the other hand, the need to inwardly listen for the subtle voice of our intuition. (Moon in Pisces quincunxes Mercury in Leo, exact at 10:40pm EDT)
Also, on Monday, Mercury’s station intensifies at 15 degrees of Leo, as Mercury is preparing to come to a halt on Thursday night/Friday very early morning (beginning its 3-week Retrograde phase).
We feel Mercury’s energies even more strongly during this intensified Station phase. It will remain at its most intense until July 21st. Going with the flow is recommended at this time.
Pay attention to anything “in your face”. You will get a chance to reorganize yourself once Mercury goes retrograde. You can also read last week’s Tuesday post for more info on the Station phase.
Some of us will feel the effects of the Mercury station more than others: those of us who have Gemini or Virgo as our Sun- or Rising-Sign (Ascendant) or personal planets in 13-17 degrees of Leo, Aquarius, Taurus, or Scorpio.
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Have a fantastic week! Stay wholehearted and healthy; if you need support, feel free to reach out!
Many blessings,
Sonja
PS: To apply my forecasts and videos to your birth chart, watch my 30-minute class, “How to Read Your Birth Chart,” and head to my Facebook Fan page for my daily forecast snippets.
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
by Sonja Francis | Jul 6, 2025 | Astrological Forecasts
Be the Best Version of Yourself
This week’s headline items: Neptune and Saturn remain exalted all week; Uranus changes signs from Taurus to Gemini early Monday; on Tuesday, Mercury begins to slow down (station), preparing for its upcoming Retrograde phase in Leo, and Saturn’s station intensifies in Aries; on Thursday afternoon, we have a Full Moon in Capricorn; finally, Saturn comes to a halt Saturday night, starting its yearly Retrograde phase.
There will be three mega-long Moon Void of Course (VoC) phases this week: Monday late afternoon/early evening (for 35.5 hours), Thursday late afternoon (for almost 21 hours), and Saturday afternoon (for 28 hours).
Before we get to this week’s Forecast, a gentle reminder…
This week’s Forecasting Forum will be LIVE on Wednesday, July 9th at 3:30pm PDT/6:30pm EDT/11:30pm London-time and July 10th at 8:30am Sydney Time — we will cover Uranus’s journey through Gemini.
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Now, this week’s Forecast…
Monday, July 7th:
Monday, the Moon remains in optimistic, adventurous, truth-seeking Sagittarius all day; it will journey there until Wednesday early morning (July 9th). We’re strongly motivated to explore and learn.
We’re not likely to be big fans of routine — diversity and new adventures work best at this time — and we’re also physically restless and must burn that off with activity and physical exercise.
We tend to feel more open, optimistic, and inspired — and we also have a high degree of independence. Taking these two influences together, we’d rather inspire others to do things our way than issue or obey orders.
Inspiring others could come more easily than usual, as we can see the bigger picture, leaving us confident that others will agree once they see what we see.
As best as you can, speak your truth without assuming everyone is on the same page.
Improvisation works well for us now, as we are spontaneous and love living on the edge — just be mindful that you aren’t overdoing or overstating things.
Monday at 3:45am EDT, Uranus changes signs from steady, comfort-loving Taurus to versatile, fast-thinking Gemini. It makes its first pass through this fickle Air sign until Nov 7th, 2025.
When Uranus enters Gemini, we step into a radically new chapter — one buzzing with invention, disruption, and lightning-speed evolution in the ways we think, learn, and connect.
Uranus, the planet of awakening, liberation, and quantum leaps, is anything but subtle. It doesn’t tiptoe into a room; it kicks the door off its hinges and declares, “We’re doing this differently now.”
Gemini, ruled by Mercury, is a mutable air sign known for its agility, intellect, and curiosity. Together, this duo creates a potent cocktail of electric ideas, unpredictable shifts, and brilliant breakthroughs.
This initial dip of Uranus into Gemini (July 7th – November 7th, 2025) gives us a taste of what’s to come during its full transit from April 25th, 2026, to August 3rd, 2032, and again briefly in 2033.
Expect the unexpected — and expect it to move fast.
Uranus in Gemini shakes up the very structure of our thoughts and conversations. It challenges us to:
- Upgrade the way we think and process information
- Dismantle outdated ideas to create a more inclusive and visionary future
- Take bold, curious first steps toward a more connected and conscious collective
This transit poses powerful questions:
Where are we being called to rewire our mental circuits? How might old paradigms be holding us back? What new perspectives are waiting to be born through disruption?
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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-5 degrees of Gemini, Sagittarius, Virgo, or Pisces? If so, you will feel Uranus’ first pass through Gemini quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Aquarius (Uranus rules Aquarius).
Monday early morning, a harmonious Venus/Pluto aspect becomes exact at 4:44am EDT. We started to feel this aspect build from Friday late morning (July 4th) on; it will remain strong until Wednesday evening (July 9th). This aspect brings a fruitful and rewarding period in our lives.
We are more likely to experience new depths of intimacy (with an existing or new partner), we learn to appreciate the important people in our lives, and our value system transforms and evolves.
This is likely an excellent period for finances as well. The work we’ve done might well pay off, and we will be able to manage our finances better, with more attention to diversity, visions, and eliminating anything that no longer serves us.
We might renew a long-term vision under the influence of this aspect or bring new, more profound, and more intimate energy into a relationship or intellectually stimulating connection.
Our sexual lives might get a real boost now, as we tend to want to connect on a deeper level. We might find ourselves strongly attracted to someone like-minded, almost to the point of obsession.
If this aspect connects with any of your personal planets, you might just meet the “love of your life.”
One thing is certain — the relationships or intellectually stimulating connections we experience now are bound to be unforgettable. While this transit tends to signal new or strengthened relationships, any relationship that ends during this cycle may leave us feeling liberated.
Where are you being asked to transform? To trust the universal process?
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Do you have your Ascendant, Career Point (or personal planets) in 0-6 degrees of Gemini, Aquarius, or Libra? If so, you will feel this aspect quite strongly. This is also true for those of us who have our Ascendant or Sun-sign in Taurus, Libra, or Scorpio (Venus being the ruler of Taurus and Libra, while Pluto is the ruler of Scorpio).
Monday at 5:29pm EDT, we enter a very long Moon VoC that will last for 35.5 hours, until 4:45am EDT (Wednesday early morning). Use this intuitive time to make some adjustments.
As best as you can, honor your need for adventure and exploration of life and your need to problem-solve and manage your daily health and work routines.
As best as you can, distinguish what is needed in the moment, and be mindful of where you expend your energy.
As always with a Moon VoC, as best as you can, don’t start anything brand-new, stick to routine things, or simply go with the flow. You may also want to plan out Monday evening through early Wednesday.
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Have a fantastic week! Stay whole-hearted and healthy, and if you need support, feel free to reach out!
Many blessings,
Sonja
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Sonja’s passion is for connecting with people and helping them transform their lives. This led her to train as a life coach, in addition to her lifelong study of Astrology. With her Readings, her coaching and her Soul-Based Astrology Courses she aims to empower and support people in fulfilling their life’s potential and aligning with Soul Purpose.
