A Balanced Week
Mercury retrograde in Scorpio square Mars in Leo (orb 1.17°)
My radiant Leo, this week, the cosmic currents invite you to delve into the depths of your inner sanctum, a realm where your true power resides. With the Sun in Scorpio at 8.1° illuminating your Fourth House of home and foundations, and a powerful congregation of retrograde planets, the universe urges introspection and revision. Based on Swiss Ephemeris calculations for October 26 – November 1, 2026, Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune, the North Node, and Chiron are all in retrograde motion, creating a powerful undertow that pulls you inward. This is not a time for outward expansion, but for profound internal recalibration. Your ruling planet, the Sun, forms a quincunx to retrograde Saturn in Aries with an orb of 1.24°. This aspect, perfecting early in the week, suggests a subtle but persistent tension between your desire for personal expression and the need to address past responsibilities or structural issues within your personal life. You might feel a gentle pull to re-evaluate your commitments and boundaries, especially concerning family or your living situation. Mars, your planet of action and drive, is still in your sign at 18.4° Leo, granting you a fierce determination, yet Mercury retrograde in Scorpio at 17.2° forms a square to it with an orb of 1.17°. This dynamic, prominent throughout the week, indicates potential miscommunications or internal friction regarding your desires and how you articulate them. Be mindful of impulsive speech or actions driven by ego. Instead, channel this powerful Leo energy into re-strategizing and refining your approach. Venus retrograde in Libra at 26.5° is gracing your Third House of communication and short journeys, forming a beautiful trine to the retrograde North Node in Aquarius at 26.9° with a tight orb of 0.45°. This harmonious connection, strongest around mid-week, is a profound invitation to revisit past conversations, re-evaluate relationships, and align your communication style with your higher purpose. Old connections may resurface, offering opportunities for healing or closure. This week is about refining your roar, dear Leo, ensuring it resonates from a place of deep authenticity, rather than just outward show.
Venus retrograde in your communication sector encourages you to revisit past romantic dialogues. Be patient with misunderstandings, as Mercury retrograde could muddy the waters. The Venus trine North Node offers a chance to align your relationships with your soul's true path, perhaps by revisiting old connections with new understanding.
With Mercury retrograde squaring your action planet Mars, professional communications may require extra clarity and patience. Avoid making significant new ventures this week. Instead, focus on reviewing current projects, refining strategies, and tying up loose ends from the past.
The introspective energy of multiple retrogrades and the focus on your Fourth House invite you to nurture your inner well-being. Prioritize rest and activities that bring you comfort and a sense of security at home. Listen to your body's subtle cues and avoid pushing yourself too hard.
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Number
Deep Burgundy
Color
Black Tourmaline
Crystal
Weekly Affirmation
“I embrace introspection as a path to strength and clarity, allowing my authentic self to shine.”
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