It is the (always surprising, often exciting) change-maker of the zodiac:eclipses.
AsAnne Ortelee, one of my astrological mentors, says, The eclipses are coming!
The eclipses are coming!
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Neither of these eclipses will be visible in the United States but we will feel their energy nonetheless.
But what does all of this mean for you andyour signs horoscopethis month?
When are the lunar and solar eclipses in October 2023?
What is the difference between a solar and a lunar eclipse?
Eclipses occurfour to seven timesper year, often showing up in pairs or triplets.
Now, heres a very abbreviated rundown on how each pop in works.
A word to the wise: You cannot safely look at a solar eclipse without taking special precautions.
Alunar eclipse, meanwhile, looks and feels very different.
What is the astrological meaning of a lunar or solar eclipse?
To put it simply,lunar eclipsesare almost always about endings and solar eclipses are about beginnings.
During eclipses (both solarandlunar), the eclipse lines up with theNodes of Fate.
(To clarify, these are all astrological points and observations, not literal points in the sky!)
Astrologically, the North Node is what we are moving towards our highest purpose in this lifetime.
Plus, the eclipse point is active until the next eclipse arrives, usually within six months.
That area can become very charged whenever a planet crosses it.
Libra: relationships and boundaries.
Taurus: security and safety.
Libra: relationships and boundaries.
Be kind to people, have compassion for them but stand your ground.
Say no to peoples B.S.
Hang up the phone, delete the group text, leave the room if you have to.
Taurus: security and safety.
Dont spend money you dont want to spend.
Take care of your body.
Listen to your gut.
What does the October 2023 solar eclipse in Libra mean, astrologically?
In astrology, we connectLibrawith our relationships, including how we connect and relate to one another.
It is the diplomat and mediator of the zodiac.
Libras are sometimes labeled as indecisive; this is not wholly accurate, but its necessarilyinaccurate, either.
Now, there isno wayto predict what will happen in our lives around the time of a solar eclipse.
It may bring us to ask questions about justice and fairness.
What does the October 2023 lunar eclipse in Taurus mean, astrologically?
Dont spend money you dont want to spend.
Take care of your body.
Listen to your gut.
Lunar eclipses force us to let go, to say goodbye, to face something.
