Weekly Horoscope
Sunday, October 18, 2026
All Signs
The Sun is now in Scorpio for four weeks encouraging secrets, a greater interest in sexual and financial scandals, and debates about ethics related to death. Sales of negligee's and undergarments will increase. Discussions about medical and police procedures, plus, security agencies and spies might percolate in the news. Jewelry sales might also spike along with bathroom renovations. Meanwhile, Mercury retrograde (also in Scorpio) is here until Nov. 13. (Note: The shadow phase continues until the end of Nov., which should be observed if buying cars, trucks, computers and cell phones.) Get ready for mixed-up communications, missed appointments, transportation delays and the frustration of losing things! Oscar Wilde said, "To lose one parent, may be regarded as a misfortune; to lose both looks like carelessness."
Aries (March 21-April 19)
In the next four weeks, your concern about jointly-held finances, loans, mortgages, inheritances and insurance issues might be stronger than usual. You might have to borrow money? You might have discussions with a spouse or partner about how to share expenses. Discussions about sexual intimacy might also arise because you will feel more passionately intense about everything! In fact, a love relationship that begins now will be intense and have a greater impact - for better or worse - on your life. You might also do some deep thinking and reflect upon your mortality or the mortality of a loved one. Meaningful confrontations might take place.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
You will need more sleep in the next four weeks because the Sun is now as far away from you as it can get all year. (We're not talking 93 million miles. We're talking 5 inches on your chart.) Respect your need for more rest. Go to bed. However, this polarized position of the Sun will give you more objectivity in your ability to observe your closest relationships and partnerships. This is good. This means you will more easily see the role you play, your little ploys, your passive-aggressive moves, your subtle challenges and moments of denial. This also means that you can rise above your minor faults and see how to work towards enriching and creating a more meaningful relationship with someone. Major bonus!
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
Two contradictory messages are at play for you in the coming weeks. The Sun has now shifted signs, making you want to work hard. Not only are you willing to work hard, you will work efficiently and effectively because you want to accomplish as much as possible. You're ready to roll up your sleeves and dig in! However, countering this is the fact that Mercury retrograde is along for the ride, ready to trip you up with misplaced items, confused communications, missed appointments and delays. No fair! Actually, there is a beautiful compromise. Mercury retrograde can also help you finish what is already on your plate. You will rapidly complete chores you have already set in motion. Ta da!
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Lucky you! The next four weeks offer playful opportunities to enjoy yourself and socialize! You might go on a vacation. You might have a busier social schedule meeting friends for coffee, lunch, dinner, movies or fun get-togethers. Sports events might also be on the menu along with increased time or playful activities with kids. Your interest in the arts will increase - movies, the theatre and anything to do with the entertainment world. Grab every chance to express your own creative talents. Meanwhile, old flames from the past might reappear in person, online, in your thoughts or in your dreams. Let's face it, you never let go.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Life isn't always a soap opera. For the next four weeks, you'll be focused on home, family and your private world. You might also be involved with a parent. Although you're outgoing by nature, your impulse will be to seek comfort in familiar surroundings and irresistible snacks. Family discussions might take place. You might tackle home repairs. You might also be on a mission to clean up drawers and little areas you usually ignore. Mercury retrograde will help you sort through paperwork and get better organized. (We're talking medicine cabinets and junk drawers.) Once you clean and reorganize the place - your bathroom mirror will be covered in kisses.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
The pace of your days will accelerate in the next several weeks because suddenly, you've got things to do, places to go and people to see! You're eager to learn, which is why many of you will read, write and study more than usual. Visits with siblings, relatives and neighbours will let you catch up on old news. However, Mercury retrograde will cause transportation delays, flat tires, car problems and missed buses and ferries. You might also misplace paperwork and spend time searching for your cell phone. Childhood memories will also bubble up. Fortunately, conversations with others will charming and many of you will delight in the beauty of your daily surroundings. A blessing.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
You don't mind spending money, especially on beautiful things, clothes and lovely restaurants, but you're private about your personal finances. For the next four weeks, earnings, cash flow, expenditures as well as shopping will be a stronger focus for you even though cheques in the mail might be late, and money coming to you, or owed to you is delayed. Yes, a bit frustrating. Many of you will be checking your online banking and other financial sources more than the weather! Hot tip: Old moneymaking ideas, as well as applying at places where you worked before (or applied to before) might be the ticket this time. Try it.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
It's all about you dear Scorpio because the Sun and Mercury retrograde are in your sign for the next month. The Sun will give you a chance to recharge your batteries for the rest of year! You'll feel pumped, energetic and eager to achieve. You might also attract people and favourable situations to you. Mercury retrograde in your sign will also attract people from your past in person, online, or in your thoughts and dreams. Ex-partners and lovers you haven't thought about for ages! Naturally, Mercury retrograde will create frustrations, missed items, delays, transportation problems and confusion but - it will help you tremendously to finish old projects. You'll be so productive!
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Winston Churchill said, "The optimist sees opportunity in every difficulty." He was a classic Sagittarian. The next four weeks will be a time of limbo for you because your personal year is ending, but your birthday has not yet arrived. (It's an astrological Waiting Room.) Your good fortune is that Mercury retrograde will trigger trips down the garden path of your past, which in turn, will prompt you to think about your future with more clarity. Indeed, the next several weeks are the perfect time to define goals about what you want for your new year ahead (birthday to birthday). Jot some ideas down. Goals give you a sense of purpose and help to keep you on track. They also make future decision-making easier.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
You're looking at a popular four-week window ahead because you want to see friends and become more involved with clubs, groups and organizations. Since this is the perfect time to do so -- act on your impulse to reach out to others. Respond to friends and acquaintances from the past who might reach out to you. Because Mercury retrograde is taking place in your House of Friendships, you'll encounter old friends in person, online, in your thoughts and in your dreams. You value having history with others. This is also an excellent time to define some future goals. What do you want for yourself for the rest of your life?
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
For the next four weeks, the Sun is at the top of your chart. This can happen only once a year, and when it occurs, it symbolizes that you're being thrust in the spotlight of the Sun and this light is flattering! This means others (especially authority figures) see you as super capable and competent - even if you don't do anything different. (The power of Magic Lighting.) Therefore, the next four weeks are the best time all year to make your pitch and go after what you want. Demand the advantage! Doors will open for you as powerful types see you in such flattering terms. Mercury retrograde will attract bosses, parents and authority figures from your past back into your world, which also might be advantageous - or not.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
A big shift is happening now and for the next four weeks that will make you want to shake your life up a little. You want to expand your world! Ideally, you want to travel because you need a change of scenery! Some of you will use this same influence to go back to school. Others will explore avenues in publishing, the media, medicine and the law. Meanwhile, Mercury retrograde will help you to finish any tasks that you have already begun - especially writing projects. Your desire to learn and expand your world might have triggered a variety of activities that can now be completed quite easily because you're committed. W.H. Murray said, "Whatever you can do, or dream you can do, begin it. Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it. Begin it now!"
