astrology of september 2022
Through the ramblings of quickly approaching retrogrades with us trying to tie up loose ends, September brings a sense of preparation and is elevating “attention to the details” into the status of a love language. This is the month to get our nervous system into alignment for whatever the rest of the year will bring.
Mercury opposite Libra 09/02 This month starts with the season’s ruler Mercury in Libra (in the shadow phase) opposing Jupiter retrograde in Aries. This opposition is something we need to pay close attention to, as it is going to repeat two more times (on September the 18th and October 12th), so the events in our relationships that are taking place now, will go through a transformation and reevaluation in the next six weeks. Mercury opposite Jupiter is asking us to find the equilibrium between the truth of who we are and the external input that might make us question that truth. The axis of Libra and Aries speak of the balance between the self and the other, individuality and compromise. We can receive the information about some matters that might have not been done justice to, and we need to bring it back to ourselves to see how someone’s idea of justice measures against our own truth. Hopefully these oppositions will lead us to the mutual understanding that brings harmony, without sacrificing one’s sense of self.
Mars in Gemini enters its shadow phase 09/03 Mutable energy of this month asks us to be flexible and prepare to roll with the change of the tide, probably more than once. On the 3rd of September Mars enters the shadow phase at 8º of Gemini, Mars saga officially kicks off. What we should do is embrace the attitude of non attachment to specific outcomes, the best we can do is to find intellectual stimuli, play, be creative in new ways and see where it leads us. What we shouldn’t do is see the world as the battlefield of ideas and words, keep in mind if you try to prove something to someone, chances are by the time Mars retrograde is over, you might not have the same stance, or even care.
Venus moves in Virgo 09/04 On the 4th of September Venus moves into Virgo, remember attention to details is a love language. Acts of service, another Venus in Virgo love language, has to be dealt with very carefully right now. When we are in the process of figuring out the path forward on the ground that is constantly shifting, being of service out of inner uncertainty can very well bring opposite results. The value in the midst of a retrograde storm comes when we learn how to be of service to ourselves first. Creating routines that support us in the season of preparation for the winter is a service with a long term strategy. This Venus has a tone of strictness to her, as she understands that value has little to do with indulgence and self gratification, and a lot to do with tending to the earth, to our body, to the places that ache and need us to heal.
Mercury goes retrograde/Full Moon in Pisces 09/09- 09/10 The 9th and 10th of September are packed with cosmic rambles. Mercury goes retrograde on the 9th at 8º55 of Libra, just hours before the Full Moon in Pisces. Piscean energy is in general one that closes cycles. Ending something is not an active process, it has a lot to do with our ability to surrender, to step outside of what is immediately obvious and to be open enough to recognise the difference between expectations of our deep wounding and the call of our soul. Illusion is a byproduct of expectations, and the expectations are often a source of wounding. Full Moon in Pisces can feel like the walls around us are breaking down, our only job is to stand still and remember love. Mercury retrograde begins in Libra on the 9th and it comes back to Virgo on September 23rd. Here we have a chance to take a step back and filter through our one on one connections, to see them with greater objectivity. Promises, contracts and negotiations are to be tested for authenticity, fairness and reliability. With Jupiter in the mix, we should try to be as slow in our decision making process as possible. Don’t promise more than you can deliver, don’t ask for more than you can hold.
Saturn square Uranus From the middle of September, Saturn in Aquarius and Uranus in Taurus are forming almost exact square, that is going to hold for a few weeks. This aspect has been majorly affecting our lives throughout 2021 ( 3 exact squares were formed). Changing the dynamics between our need for more sustainable and innovative ways to create stability and the need to restructure the ways we show up as a collective in times of major collapse. Some of the themes that came to our attention back then, can have further developments now. Main question is how can we reform our societal structures, so that the revolution of value is prioritizing the well being of all.
Venus square Mars. Sun opposite Neptune 09/16 Venus in Virgo is going to be squaring Mars in Gemini, as Sun in Virgo is going to oppose Neptune in Pisces, all happening on the 16th of September. Few days before and after the 16th, I would make an effort to intentionally slow down, as the tension between Mars and Venus combined with mixed signals of Sun and Neptune, is a recipe for miscalculated, unnecessary mistakes. The communication is topsy turvy, assumptions can get us into weird places. But this is splendid for some creative tension to be released, especially through dance, Qigong or anything that gets you back into your body. Or just walk in nature to avoid sleep disruptions or any restlessness.
Sun moves in Libra. Autumn Equinox 09/22 On the 22nd of September Sun moves into Libra, marking the Autumn Equinox in the Northern Hemisphere. The day when light and dark are in the perfect balance. Libra season is about justice, it is about seeing oneself in the other, and finding joy and pleasure in the dance of opposites. This is a season when we value peace over being right in our intimate relationships. Beauty is a source of healing for Libra. Libra energy reminds us that balance is the most sensitive energy to sustain, and it is never to be taken for granted, for the scales are not forgiving.
Mercury Cazimi 09/23 Mercury and Sun meet on September 23rd at 0º of Libra just hours after Sun enters Libra, and right before Mercury goes back into Virgo. This is a very significant point for us to be able to smooth out any lingering misunderstandings or finally speak the truth about our needs in any of our relationship dynamics. These two energies coming together on a very powerful point ( 0º of a Cardinal sign), allows for harmony and truth to be exchanged and shared with grace and maybe shifted perspective.
New Moon in Libra 09/25 On September 25th we are met by a New Moon in Libra. This lunation is full of possibility and potential for expansion and new beginnings in our relationships, as it is opposing Jupiter in Aries. New ideas and concepts for a more fair and just world can emerge within the intimate conversations we are having behind closed doors, as the ruler of the season, Venus is conjunct Mercury Rx in Virgo during New Moon. The flow of communication with the loved ones is so healing and harmony affirming, it should fill our hearts with a sense of hope and gratitude.
Venus ingress Libra 09/29 On September 29th, Venus, the ruler of the season, will return to her home sign of Libra. Planets in their domicile tend to turn the tide of the affairs related to that planet towards more beneficial and supportive solutions. All things related to relationships, contracts, financial matters and creativity flows with much more ease. The wisdom of Venus in Libra lies in her spirited pursuit of beauty and peace. The evolution of Venus in Libra lies in the ability to elevate the art of peacemaking into the art of bringing forth justice.
This September we are riding the sand waves of mutable earth. Things will change, connections will be reignited, endings will be revisited and healed, but most importantly this month we need to remember to observe more and react less, to allow for things to fall into place. Have a wonderful September! With Love, Mariana.