Your Horoscope for the Week of October 12

The stars are getting intense and spooky since the veil is thinning. ‘Tis the season! Venus enters Libra on October 13, urging us to find balance in relationships. We want love to be gentle and flirting to be a sport. The same day, Pluto in Aquarius ends the retrograde journey that began on May 4. Now, we can reflect on the parts of our lives we wish to change.

Venus links up with Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius and Uranus Retrograde in Gemini on October 14, creating a Grand Air Trine. Our worries and anxieties might get the better of us, since we tend to overthink during this astrological aspect. However, it can be an exciting and metamorphic time that brings wonderful people and possibilities.

The Sun in Libra squares Jupiter in Cancer on October 17, expanding our views and seeing that we can grow out of our comfort zones. Mars in Scorpio harmonizes with the Nodes of Destiny on October 18, pushing us to reach higher goals and objectives.

Even though you may disagree with your family now and again, you have each other’s back when push comes to shove and life gets real. Setting limits with them to ensure your brood doesn't get too pushy is essential so that you can relish their positive qualities and be present.

Connecting your boo and besties might not be as easy as you think, due to their differing perspectives. It's up to you to find a common ground that allows them to grow a relationship. Life will be less messy once you do, since they’ll all be around for a while.

The energy feels like everyone at work is picking on you. And you're not wrong. There are a few colleagues that are always going to remain loyal, which is why you should go to happy hour with them instead of the haters. Say goodbye to work frenemies and professional saboteurs.

Being the shoulder everyone cries on and voice of reason is something you enjoy. When the tables turn, it'll be interesting to see who reciprocates. If they don't, you know who your ride or die is and won't get your sympathy in the future due to how they treat you.

It is easy to listen to gossip and believe the rumors, even though most of them are false. Having a scapegoat and blaming one person for your setbacks makes you less accountable for your actions. Do not project or deflect; take ownership and squash the tea. You can do better.

People in your circle are wishy-washy, causing you to be decisive. You don't mind taking charge because they're out to lunch and offering advice in their time of need, but want to do so with a velvet glove rather than an iron fist. Be kind with how you move forward.

More opportunities to lead at the office will make you feel like you're at the top of your game. Seek out these circumstances because you're an amazing, supportive, and endearing person who can help others strive and thrive to professionally advance. Moving into this role is ideal for your career.

A professional opportunity is landing in your lap out of the blue. The caveat is that the competition is fierce. While you're no stranger to fighting for your desires, your confidence might hold you back from going for it. Stand in your power and engrave your self-esteem. You got this!

Being your playful archer, the week ahead brings you fun. Make sure you focus on pleasure—get a pedicure with a glass of champagne and go to a concert of the band you adore with your new crush. You deserve to have a chill and romantic moment (don't we all?).

Heads will roll once you discover there is shadiness going on behind your back. While you like to take the mature approach to dealing with issues with your friends, you might find that taking the high road isn't cutting it. You're going to have to get confrontational to mend fences.

An ex thing is trying to get back into your graces, but it's not happening. The reason is that you're over the situationship, even though they're not. Take control of the narrative and don't hang out when they beg you. Live unapologetically on your terms. You can get attention elsewhere.

Getting your money together may be more of a struggle than you thought. Before you get frustrated, take a step back to ensure you're in the proper state of mind to take on this endeavor. You can structure your finances daily, and don't have to do it all at once.