AstrologyNow - Vedic Astrology Guide

In today’s segment, we explore what may be the most intense month of 2026 - a period of explosive energy, building pressure, and profound shifts in our collective direction.

Jupiter enters sidereal Leo on October 31st where it will stay through January 24th. For a chunk of November, Jupiter will be conjunct Mars and Ketu - which amplifies explosiveness, heat, and volatility. World leaders may face greater stress and scrutiny as existing structures are challenged. On a personal level, this same fire can awaken passion, enthusiasm, and the courage to take meaningful, righteous action!

We also discuss Venus briefly returning to debilitation and the back-and-forth energy surrounding relationships, values, and communication.

Mercury and Venus both direct on November 13th - which will ultimately lead to clarity. Until then, we may witness global confusion and delays.

Later in the month, the Sun enters Scorpio, drawing us toward deeper truths, while Rahu and Ketu prepare to change signs—opening a new chapter for our collective karmic.

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

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In today’s segment, we explore the full moon taking place in the sidereal sign of Aries, in Ashwini nakshatra. This full moon brings our attention to healing, freedom, and new beginnings. We spend time contemplating inspiration, alignment, dharma, and spark.

Meanwhile, Pluto’s exact square to the full moon adds intensity and brings deeper patterns and power dynamics to the surface. This can be a powerful moment of realization about what we’ve built - and what needs to change for us to move forward with greater purpose.

This full moon also marks Sharad Purnima - a celebration of divine love, devotion, and Krishna’s dance beneath the moonlight. ❤️

With both Mercury and Venus retrograde in Libra, there is an emphasis on what can be reconciled, repaired, or released.

We also touch on Jupiter’s upcoming shift into Leo, the approaching Mars–Jupiter–Ketu conjunction, and why the coming weeks deserve our attention.

As always, this podcast uses Vedic sidereal astrology.

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On today’s segment, we explore Anapha and Sunapha yoga - two important lunar yogas in Vedic astrology that offer insight into our minds, emotional patterns, and approach to life.

Anapha yoga forms when Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, or Saturn occupies the 12th house from the Moon, while Sunapha yoga forms when one or more of these planets occupies the 2nd house from the Moon. They are quite common but still can have a great impact on our approach to life!

With the Moon representing our mind and emotional world, the planets surrounding it bring their own unique influences to our inner experience and how we present ourselves. We explore how these yogas can express differently depending on the planets involved, revealing themes of independence, resourcefulness, ambition, and the ways we find support within ourselves.

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

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Hello everyone! In today’s episode, we explore the astrology of October - a month to pause, turn inward, and reconsider what feels aligned before moving ahead with our next big plans.

With Venus retrograde in Libra and our transition into Libra season, there is an emphasis on diplomacy, connection, and finding common ground. We may feel drawn to restore harmony, revisit agreements, or find a more balanced way of relating to one another. What unfolds during this retrograde may not be permanent.

We also discuss the upcoming Mercury retrograde and its potential to complicate communication, travel, and technology.

Pluto turning direct, opposing Mars and Jupiter may bring another layer to the conversation: information coming to the surface, previously hidden dynamics being illuminated, and possible themes involving housing and the housing market.

The New Moon in Virgo and Full Moon in Ashwini bring our attention to health, healing, and the routines that support us. Where do we need more care? What needs adjusting? And is lack of alignment contributing to malaise?

I hope this collective October forecast offers some perspective as you navigate the month. Give yourself permission to slow down, reflect, and let clarity develop in its own time.

Dates:

October 2nd: Pluto and Mars oppose between Cancer and Capricorn

October 3rd - November 13th: Venus retrogrades 14 degrees Libra Swati

October 4th - October 6th: Moon in Cancer with Mars and Jupiter/Oppose Pluto

October 10th: New Moon in Virgo 23 degrees of Hasta

October 10 - second week of February Jupiter gandanta.

October 15th: Pluto direct 8 degrees of Capricorn in Uttara Ashadha

October 17th - : Sun is debilitated in Libra/Aspected by Mars and Rahu - Nov 16

October 24th - November 13th: Mercury retrograde in Libra at 26 degrees Vishakha

October 25th: Full Moon in Aries 8 degrees Ashwini

October 31st - January 24th 2027: Jupiter in Leo

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In today’s episode, we explore Venus retrograde in the sidereal sign of Libra.

This retrograde will be palpable for many as Venus takes us back to review and revise relationships, relational dynamics, attachment, and our commitments.

We discuss why this is traditionally a time to slow down before beginning or ending a relationship, giving ourselves space to reflect before making lasting decisions.

Libra also brings our attention to diplomacy, fairness, balance, and reciprocity. Are we giving more than we receive? Are we able to express our needs while making room for another person’s perspective? And where might keeping the peace be costing us our own sense of harmony?

We also explore women’s issues and current cases through the symbolic lens of Venus and Libra, considering themes of justice, dignity, and whose voices are heard.

Beyond romance, this retrograde offers an opportunity to

Finally, we move through mini horoscopes for all 12 signs, exploring where these themes may unfold for you and how to approach this period with patience, curiosity, and discernment.

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This full moon in sidereal Pisces feels especially dreamy, spiritual, and a little hard to articulate. With Neptune conjunct the Moon - we may feel drawn toward imagination, intuition, and the possibilities we can sense but can’t quite explain. Saturn is involved as well - prompting us to consider what’s practical, steadfast, and what we’re ready to commit to... Though I would avoid long term decisions!

Not mentioned in the podcast, in the GOBAL sense, there may also be more focus on oil, gas, and water!

We also discuss Pitru Paksha and how it adds another layer of reflection to this already nebulous time.

Jupiter forms a parivartana with the moon - making it a beautiful moment to seek mentorship or turn to people whose wisdom you trust. You don’t have to find every answer on your own.

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

https://youtu.be/i_cOvdSbjy0

Soulmate Astrology

https://youtu.be/ExnDysvjzUw

Christine:

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Hi everyone!

In today’s episode, we explore the upcoming Fall Equinox and ways to honor ourselves and the Earth as we move into a new season. This transition invites us to reflect and reconnect with the rhythms of nature.

We also discuss Pitru Paksha, a sacred period of time in Sanatana Dharma of honoring ancestors. Traditionally, this window is a time when the ancestral realm becomes more accessible - allowing ancestors to receive support through the prayers and offerings of their descendants.

Equinox: September 22nd

Pitru Paksha: September 26th - October 10th

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Mars will be debilitated in Cancer from September 18th - November 12th. This year, there is a cancellation of debilitation as Mars will be conjunct an exalted Jupiter.

Postpartum, mental health, flock cameras and data centers - Jupiter in Cancer is already quite evident. How will Mars impact this already palpable transit?

We discuss some observations of current affairs, a look at past transits, and discussion on what we may witness in the upcoming weeks.

Horoscopes:

Aries: 19:00 (also be mindful with vehicles)
Taurus: 19:56
Gemini: 21:19 (there can be opportunity where you nurture!)
Cancer: 23:07

Leo: 24:18 (there can be some intensity with fears or issues of the past - the 12th is losses so be aware of where you’re putting treasured belongings!)

Virgo: 25:54
Libra: 27:10
Scorpio: 29:11

Sagittarius: 31:13
Capricorn: 33:16

Aquarius: 34:33
Pisces: 36:06

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Christine:

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September offers a little bit of balance with sweet, Venusian energy before rockiness begins towards the end of the month of September and into October.

Venus shifted into Libra on September 2nd. Venus in Libra is well supported and promotes harmony, balance, beauty, and fairness within our relationships. The New Moon in Purva Phalguni amplified this Venusian quality and reminds us that creativity cannot always be forced.. sometimes we must slow down, soften, and become receptive before inspiration can find us.

We also discuss the transition into Virgo season. Mercury will also become exceptionally strong in its sign of exaltation. This can sharpen the analytical mind and support communication, organization, discernment, and precision. At the same time, we may need to be mindful of perfectionism, overthinking, and becoming overly critical of ourselves or others.

We also cover Uranus retrograde, the final Full moon of September, and other dates of interest.

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

https://youtu.be/i_cOvdSbjy0

Soulmate Astrology

https://youtu.be/ExnDysvjzUw

Christine:

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patreon: patreon.com/astrologynowpodcast 

Today, we begin by catching up on major global events. Due to requests, we discuss the devastating disaster in Nepal and the passing of our beloved Dolly Parton. Both stories reflect themes that feel especially connected to Ketu. With Sun, Mercury, and Ketu in Magha (governed by Ketu), it truly demonstrates loss, separation, and impermanence.

***At 26:31 I mention that this period can be a time of loss due to Sun, Ketu, and Mercury being in a Ketu ruled nakshatra. I meant to say MAGHA instead of Mula (: 

From there, we take a deeper look at Ketu. Ketu is associated with detachment, moksha, liberation, intuition, spiritual insight, and past life karma. Its placement in the birth chart can reveal where we possess awareness and familiarity, but may also experience disconnection, discontentment, or a desire to transcend worldly matters.

We also explore Ketu in transit. Ketu transits can often coincide with abrupt separations, accidents, confusion, and unsettling experiences.... but also deepen perception, nostalgia, and the return of people, memories, or unresolved matters from the past.

Finally, we discuss Ketu in synastry, including my personal favorite Venus/Ketu connections. These relationships can feel immediately familiar, comforting, and profoundly karmic.

Characteristics of Your Spouse:

https://youtu.be/i_cOvdSbjy0

Soulmate Astrology

https://youtu.be/ExnDysvjzUw

Christine:

website: innerknowing.yoga

instagram: astrologynow_podcast

patreon: patreon.com/astrologynowpodcast