Astrology for September 11-17 2026
The First of Three Passes, Venus in Scorpio Square Pluto Retrograde in Aries
On September 12, Mercury in Libra trines Pluto retrograde in Aquarius and opposes Neptune retrograde in Aries at 3º. Mercury has the mind focused on relationships, agreements, and all the ways that we interact with others. It has us weighing out the balance, determining if our current agreements are fair. We are considering where adjustments need to be made, often via discussions and debates with friends and partners. When Mercury creates a positive aspect to Pluto, dialogue is encouraged. We are able to access deeper layers of information and insight with relative ease. We can be more persuasive - and so can others. And with an opposition to Neptune, this is something to pay attention to. Mercury in Libra is skilled at seeing all sides of an issue, but can be challenged to arrive at a final answer. It is easy to get carried away with an idea, something that seems good in the moment, but later reveals that key details were overlooked. Neptune’s presence can fog our perception. Be aware that although we may be onto something, not all the facts are clear. Whether intentionally or unintentionally, information exchanged may be misleading, false, or manipulated. Despite the clouds, Neptune does help access creative and non-linear realms. Here is where this transit can shine.
On September 13, Mercury in Libra trines Uranus retrograde in Gemini at 5º. This is future-forward thinking at its finest. There is a cooperative and innovative edge to our perspective today. We want to move forward, and we are inspired to build in a new direction. This energy is conducive to out-of-the box thinking and brilliant ideas. Synapses are firing as new angles arrive. There is a hot spark in the changes that have popped off since the recent Pisces lunar eclipse that squared Uranus in Gemini on August 27. Wild ideas and opportunities that we did not foresee can all of a sudden be feasible options. Stay open and curious.
On September 14, the Sun in Virgo sextiles Mars in Cancer at 21º. This is an energized day.
The Sun in Virgo is shining its light over our daily habits and routines, our health regiments and organization skills. Mars represents our will, our motivation and ambition. When these two connect, we have a lot of support to get things accomplished. Activate. Even with Mars in the emotional sign of Cancer, we can achieve a tremendous amount via the motivation to make things feel better. What’s the task you are avoiding? Handle that one today. With the signs of Virgo and Cancer working together, that task may include self-care, inner work, tending to the house, sorting our personal environment, private matters, etc. Whatever needs your attention today, you can handle it in spades. Listen to the emotional and physical cues of the body for what should be at the top of the to-do list.
On September 15, Venus in Scorpio squares Pluto retrograde in Aquarius at 3º. It is the first of three squares that will occur during the Venus retrograde season, preceding the squares on October 19 and December 9. Squares incite action. Get ready to transform. Venus represents our personal finances and relationships, and Pluto represents evolution. Like it or not, relationships and relationship patterns are evolving. This is a tough challenge point. Venus in Scorpio is ruled by Pluto retrograde in Aquarius, and these are both fixed signs, the energy of holding down a season. Power struggles arise and it is likely that both parties do not want to surrender their position. Pluto in Aquarius is asking Venus in Scorpio to look at the bigger picture. Passion can intensify, but don’t mistake it for surface level. Who or what does this desire truly serve? Ego? Addiction? Obsession? Wounds around self-worth and the psychology behind our relating patterns are the underlying lesson of whatever conflict erupts today. We are in a multiple month-long story of breaking free of old relationship habits. If we are willing to face fears with courage and honesty, exhilarating transformation awaits.
Also on September 15, Neptune retrograde in Aries sextiles Pluto retrograde in Aquarius at 3º. This outer planet transit has been ongoing for many weeks and finally exacts today. Since their orbit is so slow, outer planet transits work their magic quietly over long spans of time and in the background, but as it hits exact, it may indeed play a role in the events that unfold today. Neptune retrograde in Aries is sending spiritual support to an already very strong Pluto and its transformational agenda. Neptune’s influence will help focus on the bigger picture by dissolving stubborn and selfish demands. It’s like the grease that releases the grip. On a grand scale, this energy is welcoming the next evolutionary level for humanity. Occurring on the same day as the first Venus/Pluto square, this transit invites new imagination. With root motives and personal vulnerabilities revealed, what truly is the best move for all parties involved?
On September 17, Chiron retrograde slides back in to Aries at 29º. As Chiron re-enters Aries, it maintains a tight conjunction with the South Node in Leo at 29º. Although the conjunction never quite exacts, the orb is tight and its effects can be strongly felt through the rest of the month. This is yet another aspect signifying reflection and release. This is the last stretch of a long transit. Chiron has been excavating and healing this part of our chart since 2018. How have you gown since then in matters of self-worth and self-confidence? Have you healed any anger? Have you adjusted the ways in which you self-identify? Chiron/South Node in fire signs creates an opening, a gateway for self-liberation from past versions of self. We can finally let go of a stubborn way of presenting to the world, healing a false performance, or any action we’ve participated in that isn’t authentic. Something familiar doesn’t feel applicable anymore. It has served its purpose, its okay to put it down now.
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