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October is the month of artistry.
 
Fire up the duets! October is Libra season—thanks to the Sun’s resplendent tour of the peace, harmony and equality sign through the 23rd. This year, we need Libra’s balance more than ever. We’ve just emerged from September’s two eclipses, which turned life as we know it upside-down. The chaos was a necessary disturbance of the peace, though, waking us up from complacency. Now, it’s time to put some Libra love, care and artistry toward the things that matter most. Where will you focus your energy for the last quarter of 2015?
 
Finding equilibrium will take extra effort for the first week of October, because Mercury is retrograde until October 9. In case you haven’t read the glut of posts on that topic, take extra care with communication, contracts, travel and technology. 
 
The October 12 Libra new moon sounds the all-clear signal, almost. Since Libra is the zodiac’s partnership sign, a decision or commitment could finally come through. However, the new moon will oppose disruptive Uranus, which is in self-focused Aries. There could be a curveball or cold feet en route to making things official. The bigger message? Relationships are wonderful, but they don’t have to cost your individuality. Create duos that leave room for autonomy and self-expression. 
 
Lucky Jupiter, now firmly ensconced in Virgo until September 2016, makes two exciting connections to the love planets, Venus and Mars, which are both in Virgo this month. On October 16-17, Jupiter blends its expansive energy with steamy Mars, which could make for one epically erotic weekend. 
 
Libra season is a social time, so expect a glut of invitations during the first three weeks of the month. The Sun exits Libra for spiritual Scorpio on October 23, turning the world’s energetic focus inward. Libra time can scatter our attention, so welcome the chance for more soul-searching and intimate moments. 
 
On October 25, Jupiter makes a second conjunction to romantic Venus, a much softer reverb of the Jupiter-Mars summit. Virgo is the sign of wellness and clarity, so this Venus-Jupiter mash up can set your love life on a healthy track.
 
The month ends with an October 27 full moon in Taurus, which is also a potent supermoon. Taurus is the sign of the builder, seeking security and routine. This full moon will reveal where our lives are not on terra firma, and where we can make practical adjustments to schedule, budget and priorities. That said, Taurus also rules luxury, so this full moon also encourages you to revel in earthly delights and sensual experiences. Take pleasure in the ordinary moments and they’ll turn extraordinary before your eyes. Express gratitude for the little things. They all add up.

Read your full monthly horoscope here.