A stretch between now and October 11, 2026 is expected to bring improvement for three zodiac signs, according to astrologer Leslie Hale. Venus energy places relationships at the center of the days ahead. The New Moon rises in Libra on October 10, while Venus, the planet of love and beauty, is in the first full week of its retrograde. Hale advises that this is not a favorable time to get engaged or begin a new relationship, though it is well suited to earning money and reflecting on existing connections. She also warns that someone from the past may reappear.
Leo opens the week on a rocky note, per Hale, as a tense clash involving Mars, Venus, Pluto, and Mercury causes problems. Ego clashes and control issues are possible. She cautions against trying to dominate a situation and says it is important to acknowledge being wrong. If a disagreement arises, she recommends seeking a middle ground.
By the time the New Moon rises on October 10, Hale reports that conditions improve considerably. Libra brings positive energy, and she suggests focusing on new ways to make money or save. If spending has been a problem, holding back becomes easier now. Practicing gratitude for what one has is said to bring more.
For Scorpio, Venus is retrograde in that sign, so issues are felt tenfold. Hale states that the start of the week involves intense feelings and emotional baggage, possibly related to reputation or how one believes they are perceived. To navigate the week, she recommends restraint in financial matters, at home, at work, and in business, thinking matters through clearly, and not initiating major projects yet. Because the planet of love is moving backwards, only so much progress can be made, she notes.
Hale adds that while Scorpio prefers to be direct, it can be too direct at times. She advises practicing compassion and not overly criticizing anyone, especially friends or coworkers. If someone tries to provoke a reaction, she says not to fall for it, but to stay calm and walk away. Life is about to improve, she writes, so long as one stays out of the crossfire.
For Taurus, Venus in Scorpio is retrograding through that sign's house of partners, making this possibly a rocky period for closest relationships. Long-held grudges and old trust issues surface, along with jealousy and conflicts previously brushed under the rug. Hale says there is no ignoring them this week. She urges leaning into patience and calm, avoiding old problems or contentious conversations, and keeping distance when possible from anyone looking for a reason to criticize. Energy may be compromised, so she recommends plenty of rest to avoid burnout and self-care to make it through the week and see life get better.
