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Thinking about eating food that makes you feel good. This means that you feel full, satiated, and energetic. For me, this means omitting dairy from my meals and limiting wheat. These foods cause me a lot of discomfort and – well – issues. I am not a dietitian or nutritionist, but I have learned that it is vital to listen to our bodies and fuel our bodies well without labeling foods as good or bad or denying ourselves the things we love. I am swamped and find that it is essential for my well-being to plan and prep my meals ahead of time. Also, I am exceedingly boring in that I will eat the same things on repeat just because it’s easier. This is what it means for me to create balance, ease, peace, and space for myself throughout the week. This planning may look different for you. Figure out what works for you and makes you feel good in your body. Talk to professionals. Share recipes with friends. Get together with family for meal-prepping. Make this process as joyful as possible.

The Moon & Astrological Transits for the Week:

In summary: The astrological energy for the week of Sunday, October 4 to Saturday, October 10, 2026, serves as a slower, clarifying aftermath to the intense cosmic tension of early October. This week shifts the focus heavily toward deep emotional introspection, relational re-evaluation, and strategic pacing

Key Astronomical Events

• Sunday, October 4
  • The Movement: Sun in Libra opposite Saturn retrograde in Aries; Mercury enters pre-retrograde shadow in Scorpio.
  • The Energy: A sobering reality check that forces a slowdown, exposes uneven responsibilities in partnerships, and marks the beginning of hidden patterns resurfacing.
• Tuesday, October 6
  • The Movement: Mercury conjunct Venus retrograde in Scorpio.
  • The Energy: Deep emotional investigative work; a powerful time for uncovering secrets, re-evaluating financial ties, or dealing with resurfacing past relationship patterns.
• Wednesday, October 7
  • The Movement: Mars in Leo sextile Uranus retrograde in Gemini.
  • The Energy: A surge of spontaneous, innovative energy that breaks up the retrograde fog, offering clever solutions and a playful desire to shake up your routine.
• Saturday, October 10
  • The Movement: New Moon in Libra; Venus retrograde in Scorpio square Mars in Leo.
  • The Energy: Intense relationship friction and ego clashes that simultaneously trigger a major reset, clearing out old baggage to make room for fresh relational commitments.

Key Words: introspection, recalibration, accountability, re-evaluation, friction, pivoty, clarity, reset

🕯️ This Week’s Reminder:

‘Friction is just a catalyst for a breakthrough. I welcome a clean slate in my relationships,
built on radical honesty.’

⚡️ How to Use This Week’s Energy

To make the most of this week’s distinct cosmic blend of slowdowns, relationship tension, and spontaneous sparks, focus your efforts on these three actionable strategies:

1. Conduct a “Relationship Audit”

With Venus retrograde and a Libra New Moon squaring Mars, partnerships are under a cosmic microscope.

• How to use it: Avoid sweeping friction under the rug. If an old argument or an uneven distribution of responsibilities resurfaces, address it with mature accountability instead of ego. Use the weekend’s New Moon to explicitly state what changes or boundaries you need to move forward sustainably.

2. Double-Check All Details

Mercury has officially entered its pre-retrograde shadow in investigative Scorpio.

• How to use it: Do not rush into major new financial contracts or binding agreements if you can help it. Instead, use Scorpio’s sharp, investigative energy to research, look beneath the surface, read the fine print, and dig up the absolute truth of a situation before making up your mind.

3. Embrace the “Side Door”

Mid-week brings a supportive aspect between Mars and Uranus, offering a brief exit ramp from the heavy retrograde fog.

• How to use it: If you hit a wall with a long-term project or a routine problem on Wednesday, stop forcing it the traditional way. Try something entirely unscripted, spontaneous, or unconventional. A playful pivot will yield much better results right now than rigid determination.

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The “Action, Depth, and Pause” Spread

Weekly Tarot Spread

This spread is designed to give you a snapshot of the week’s energies, focusing on key influences and guidance:

Always,
Your Trusted Friend ❤