Horoscope For Today: Monday, September 22, 2025

Right on the heels of the powerful solar eclipse in Virgo that turned everything upside down yesterday, we begin the day with the moon now drifting through the early degrees of Libra, where it makes a majestic grand trine to Uranus in Gemini and Pluto in Aquarius—and a close opposition to Neptune in Aries, for that matter.

All the outer planets are currently retrograde, slowing down our collective ability to fully harness the energy they represent and step into the bold new chapter of humanity’s story that has been unfolding.

If you’re feeling rattled, you’re not alone. It is extremely difficult right now to get much of anything done, and the frustrating delays may not be of our own doing. Sometimes we’re simply called to slow down, have patience, and honor the fact that divine timing is nothing like our own.

Iin the early morning hours on the East Coast, there is a strong sense that we are standing on the edge of a very precarious cliff, reflected by all of the above, plus one other notable factor: both the sun in Virgo and Mars in Libra are standing at the anaretic degree, waiting to cross the finish line.

The final degree always brings with it a feeling of finality, but it can also stir up a sense of urgency, anxiety, and restless agitation. Furthermore, Virgo is situated in close opposition to retrograde Saturn in Pisces.

While we may feel ready to show up on time and get straight to work, there are significant obstacles standing in our way, and they’re most likely external and thus not within our direct control.

The Virgo-Pisces axis as a whole, where the most recent series of eclipses have been falling, represents the battle between knowledge and wisdom, rationality and mysticism. For those of us holding on too tightly to what we believe to be true, it might be time to let go and invite the unexpected interference of surprise.

Mars is the first to make its move, ingressing into the dark underworld of Scorpio at 3:55 AM EST. You can expect breakthroughs in communication with your closest partners, and diplomacy on the wider geopolitical stage, even as legal battles are likely to arouse heightened emotional reactions. The moon comes into an exact conjunction with Mercury at 7° Libra at 7:36 AM, enabling deeper and more sentimental bonding with our loved ones.

The curtain officially falls on Virgo season at 2:20 PM, at which point the sun enters Libra and the autumn equinox begins, with the sun in an exact opposition to retrograde Neptune at 0° Aries.

It also immediately comes into a close trine with the other outer planets, which are, if you remember, also still retrograde: Uranus in eclectic Gemini and Pluto in revolutionary Aquarius. This crucial moment represents vast, sweeping changes to the way we live in community, express our values, and fight for our convictions.

Aries.

As the moon passes through your seventh house early this morning, Mars makes its move into your eighth, increasing your primal desire for your partner and encouraging you to do a psychological deep dive together. It’s an opportunity to soul-bond on a much more intense level than either of you are accustomed to, and will likely serve to solidify the foundation of your relationship. When the moon conjoins Mercury later in the morning, your partner’s emotional openness drives conversation about your partnership and how you can move forward as a unified front. This afternoon, Libra season officially begins when the sun ingresses into your seventh house—and makes an intense opposition to retrograde Neptune in your first. Your old identity is fading and falling away; those who struggle with codependent habits might find themselves lost in their partner’s fantasy world.

Taurus.

The moon moves through your sixth house in the early hours of the morning, while Mars ingresses into your seventh, enabling you to balance your work ethic with your passion in your relationship. Take the opportunity not only to improve your work ethic, but to motivate your partner to improve their daily habits, too. Together you are a force to be reckoned with. Later, when the moon conjoins Mercury, you’re given the green light to discuss these matters with your partner, who is likely to be open to hearing balanced perspectives and creating an action plan that serves both of you. When Libra season kicks off this afternoon with the sun’s ingress into your sixth house, there is a stark opposition to retrograde Neptune in your twelfth, reminding you to balance your physiological and psychological health over the following few weeks.

Gemini.

Early this morning, as the moon cruises through your fifth house, Mars makes its entrance into your sixth, lighting a fire under your heels to bring your creative passions to life in a tangible and constructive way. Those of you who are entertaining casual flings will find the energy helpful if they wish to integrate their partner into their daily routine in some way. Furthermore, the moon’s later conjunction to Mercury catalyzes dialogue about romance and pleasure, just in time for this afternoon’s blazing start to Libra season when the sun ingresses into your fifth house. However, this moment is marked by a distinct opposition to retrograde Neptune in your eleventh house, triggering disillusionment with your wider social network and how your newfound passions and hobbies fit into that world.

Cancer.

This morning the moon makes its way through your fourth house while Mars begins its passage through your fifth, providing the best possible energy under which to cultivate a more pleasurable and spiritually fulfilling home environment. You might feel more inclined to seek out casual flings right now, but remember, your home is your sacred space; be sure to vet anyone you decide to introduce into that existing dynamic. When the moon comes into conjunction with Mercury later on today, you can expect to hear from family members who are extra talkative and willing to express sentimentalities that are uncharacteristic for them. This afternoon, Libra season begins with the sun’s ingress into your fourth house—where it will immediately form a stark opposition to retrograde Neptune in your tenth, forcing you to step back from your professional roles for a while and focus on your family life.

Leo.

While the moon drifts through your third house today, Mars kicks off its time in your fourth, instigating drama in your family and home environment even as you try to focus your attention on other matters. Try not to communicate your every emotion today, as you never know who might use your vulnerabilities against you. Be cautious of who you trust with the most intimate details of your life. The moon’s conjunction with Mercury comes slightly later on today, at which point you’ll be able to express your feelings with slightly more diplomacy. Libra season begins this afternoon with the sun’s ingress into your third house, where it will form an immediate opposition to retrograde Neptune in your ninth, helping illuminate some of the unrealistic and delusional beliefs you’ve been holding. There may be time to chase your wild dreams in the future, but right now you’re being challenged to hold back.

Virgo.

As the moon transits your second house today and Mars begins its residency in your third, you’re tempted to pick fights with siblings and neighbors that your intuition has been telling you cannot be trusted. While this may be true, you could stand to benefit financially from their presence, so it’s a good idea to keep your thoughts and feelings to yourself for now. When the moon comes into conjunction with Mercury later on, you’ll feel much more willing to share your vulnerabilities regarding your financial situation—and ask for help if need be. This will continue to be a theme for the next few weeks, thanks to the sun’s ingress into your second house this afternoon, at which point Libra season officially begins. A tense opposition to retrograde Neptune in your eighth house guarantees confusion and disillusionment regarding other people’s resources, and suggests that you may be waiting a while if you’re sorting out loan or inheritance details.

Libra.

Today the moon makes its way through your first house, while Mars lights a fire in your second, emphasizing the importance of your identity in relation to your earnings. You will feel extra motivated to make as much money as possible, but you could easily drive yourself to burnout, believing that your worth is intrinsically tied up with your socioeconomic status. Later on, the moon’s conjunction with Mercury enables you to communicate ideas with a fair amount of reason and diplomacy, gaining the respect of people in your immediate circle and even beyond. Speak wisely, knowing that your words hold a lot of weight right now. This will continue for the next few weeks, and if you’re in a relationship, it might face some challenges. This is all because Libra season officially kicks off this afternoon, beginning with a tense opposition to retrograde Neptune in your seventh house; through finding your own identity, you may come to find that you’ve been viewing your partner through rose-colored glasses.

Scorpio.

This morning, as the moon passes through your twelfth house and Mars crashes into your first, you’re likely to feel particularly motivated to share your hidden trauma with the world. It’s up to you whether you choose to integrate your subconscious into your identity in a healthy way—or have a very public crashout. Either way, you’ll be talking, especially later, when the moon conjoins Mercury and triggers your impulsive desire to speak your truth, loudly and unapologetically. Libra season officially starts this afternoon when the sun ingresses into your twelfth house, prompting a few weeks of self-imposed solitude and inward focus—and the immediate opposition to retrograde Neptune in your sixth may force you to confront some physical illness or injury that is manifesting as a result of your psychological pain.

Sagittarius.

This morning, while the moon transits your eleventh house, Mars electrifies your twelfth, encouraging you to be social even as scandals rock your friend group and you’re forced to keep everyone’s secrets under lock and key. You may begin a secret fling with someone in your wider social network and choose to keep it private for now—but you’ll want to get the tea on everything else going on when, later on, the moon’s conjunction with Mercury puts you in a talkative and gossipy mood. Try not to overshare or break anyone’s trust. This afternoon Libra season officially kicks off with the sun’s ingress into your eleventh house, but before you can move ahead into this particularly fun and exciting chapter, there is a sharp opposition to retrograde Neptune in your fifth house demanding your attention. You might slip back into toxic old habits, leaning on a situationship who refuses to commit or indulging in vices that are not good for your mental and physical health in the long term.

Capricorn.

The moon lights up your tenth house this morning, while Mars makes its ingress into your eleventh, inciting friction in your friend group even as you are granted the opportunity to grow and be seen more than ever. Career-wise, it’s a good day for you; just be wary of which colleagues and competitors you decide to trust, as vindictive frenemies might be lurking in the shadows ready to kill your buzz. The later conjunction between the moon and Mercury gives you the power of language and enables you to communicate ideas to a wide audience with tact and balance. You’re unlikely to be misunderstood. This afternoon, Libra season kicks off with the sun’s ingress into your tenth house, marking a new era of time in which you will feel particularly confident in the spotlight. However, the stark opposition to retrograde Neptune in your fourth house indicates that some familial secrets are likely to come out. If you’ve been following one of your loved ones on blind faith alone, you’re probably going to question their intentions now.

Aquarius.

While the moon drifts through your ninth house this morning and Mars kicks off its journey through your tenth, you’re likely to feel compelled to take your recent academic or spiritual insights into the public eye—perhaps before you have all the information that qualifies you for this position of leadership. Slow down and make sure you have all the facts before you do anything crazy. Later, when the moon comes into a conjunction with Mercury, you should consult a mentor or academic advisor to discuss your thoughts and get an objective second opinion. The focus on study, either in or outside of the classroom, will only grow as soon as the sun ingresses into your ninth house, kicking off Libra season this afternoon—but be wary of the stark opposition to retrograde Neptune in your third, which will inevitably cause difficulty communicating your ideals and values, especially to your local community and extended family.

Pisces.

This morning, as the moon passes through your eighth house and Mars begins its sojourn through your ninth, you’re likely to be focused on your inner world, with topics like sexuality, mortality, and debt suddenly becoming unavoidable. Legal issues might be occurring, especially if you have recently lost a loved one and are still sorting out the details of their inheritance. The moon’s later conjunction with Mercury allows you to rein in your emotional reactivity and speak about difficult and taboo subject matter with discretion. When the sun ingresses into your eighth house and Libra season begins this afternoon, you’re likely to feel more curious about the darker side of life—but avoid crawling too far down any rabbit holes, and definitely avoid spending money recklessly, as the opposition to retrograde Neptune in your second house will undoubtedly leave you in a state of uncertainty about your financial situation.