Special Report: Venus Retrograde between Scorpio & Libra while Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio travels together during the month of October until November.  

Special Report: Venus Retrograde between Scorpio & Libra while Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio travels together during the month of October until November.  

Starting on October 3rd, we have Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. It will fall back into Libra on Sunday, October 25th. It will (Stations Direct) on November 13th, in Libra. Venus is the natural ruler of Libra & 7^th House of partnerships/relationships. Venus will move into Scorpio (Direct) on December 4th, 2026. Mercury Retrograde will start on Saturday, October 24th, until it (Stations Direct) on Thursday, November 13th. Note there is (Pre & Post shadow phase) that extends Mercury Retrograde well into all of November. Having Venus Retrograde & Mercury Retrograde overlap can be a frustrating time to create new things, especially regarding money, relationships, money, vanity, and your sense of value. 

Venus goes Retrograde every eighteen months. By October 24th, we will have both Mercury & Venus Retrograde or a (Double Retrograde) taking place. Venus Retrograde in Scorpio is in its (exile). Meaning that Scorpio is the opposite sign of Taurus, which is ruled by Venus. Having Venus in Retrograde in Scorpio does present some challenges. There is also a (T-Square) with Pluto in Aquarius, Jupiter in Leo. Which can add tensions, that create a deeper investigative approach with your relationships. 

Note: Venus Retrograde & Mercury Retrograde end on the same day on November 13th, just in different signs. Venus Retrograde will experience a (Venus Cazimi), which means the Sun will be (conjunct) in Scorpio during the Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. The (Venus Cazimi) is the (Heart of the Sun). Which can produce a reset with some connections based on relationships from the past or having reunions with others. 

• Venus is the natural ruler to both (Taurus, & Libra), its detriment is in both (Scorpio & Aries), is (exalted in Pisces), and it is (Fall is in Virgo). 

Venus is the harmonizer, the love-consciousness, and the beautifier. Venus is warm, moist, and benefic . Its placement in your chart reveals what you love most, your love, beauty, romance, charm, charisma, your love inclinations, and the quality of your affections. Venus rules over your love, beauty, artistry, refinement, class, charisma, charm, and most importantly, your money. 

Venus, by its design, has a different intention and influence. It prefers to smooth/sooth out or soften any areas where there are issues. Venus is considered (the lesser benefic) compared to (Jupiter the greater benefic) that provides a favorable outcome. Expect interesting/brilliant ways to improve your resources, money, assets, your possessions, as well as your relationships. 

Venus is the natural ruler of Taurus, the 2nd House of money, investments, assets, comfort, financial security, sense of value, self-worth & self-esteem. Venus also rules Libra & the 7th House of—marriages, relationships (both personal & professional), your-one-on-one-relationships, any legal contractual agreements, settlements, divorces, cohabitation, mutual benefits, reciprocity, long-term commitments, his includes your adversaries & open enemies.

Scorpio is ruled by Pluto & the 8th House of—transformation, shared resources, other people's money, knowledge and the study of the occult, the deep underworld, sex, intimacy, taboo subjects, power, intensity, mystery, obsessive impulses, debt, death, rebirth, dowries, alimony, taxes, inheritances, wills, trusts, mortgages, in-depth surgeries, insurance from banks, money from backs, refunds, unexpected money, test of responsibility, how to use your possessions which are the outcome of relationships, dealing with regeneration. 

• Scorpio is a (Water sign) and is considered (Fixed) in the modality. 

• Water signs include--Cancer, Scorpio, & Pisces. 

• Fixed signs include Taurus, Scorpio, Leo, & Aquarius. 

Scorpio characteristics include being--high powered, shrewd, concrete, loyal, deep, subtle, intense, passionate, self-willed, penetrating, seldom fooled, they are either saints or sinners, have more control than other zodiac sings, hardworking, honorable, proud, fixed, uncommunicative, they know what they want in this world and see that they receive it, can be extreme in their emotions, not forgiving, revengeful, secretive, mysterious, quick-tempered, self-indulgent, suspicious, scientific, altruistic, executive, intellectual, prone to investigate the secret forces nature, temperamental, experimental, kinky, sexual, anarchistic, sarcastic and can be vindictive. 

Venus Retrograde between Scorpio & Libra expectations:

• The Phoenix rises from the ashes, with team Scorpio. Creating a transformational shift in Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. 

• Venus Retrograde in Scorpio can unearth, expose some of the deeper, darker aspects that have been taking place in secret. The Venus Cazimi, creates a (Venus Star Point & Day Star) which will illuminate themes connected to sex scandals, taboo behaviors, and being highly investigating reports that promote transparency. Venus Retrograde Scorpio can be bitter, vindictive, while attempting to maintain some kind of balance during this transit. You can expect more direct questions regarding power games, being suspicious, or having the instinct to call out others. When there's deep-seated secrets, or things that have been taking place under radar. Note, Venus Retrograde in Scorpio will literally create a (Fixed Square with its natural ruler Pluto in Aquarius Rx), for those keeping track. This adds another level of tension that needs to be released. Especially overpower based themes with sex, money, control, lies, deceptions, greed, arrogance, and aspects connected to intimate encounters. 

• During Venus Retrograde you want to review, revise, rethink, on what you value in your personal or professional relationships/partnerships. There can be a deep level of transformation taking place within and changing your vibration & frequency. You do not want to change your appearance in a radical manner during Venus Retrograde.
  

• Do not get that extreme haircut, color job, tattoo, or any implants on the body for this can backfire in a major way. This applies with any type of plastic surgery, Botox, or anything that is cosmetic. For the outcome will not be what you expect it, creating more problems than you realize. This includes any financial matters. Hold off any big-ticket items well into late November if possible.
  

• Once Venus falls back into Libra, it will be in its natural ruler or domicile. However, Venus is not operating at the strongest level of influence. Which can produce revisiting past relationships/partnerships where there is unfinished business to balance out. Expect to hear from past relationships, ex-spouses, ex-business partnerships, ex-employers, ex-managers/supervisors that want to check in and see how you're doing. Some of these reunions may be pleasant, while others will remind you why you parted ways to begin with. Taking stock in your self-worth, self-esteem, will undergo a review to focus on what isn't working. There can be stalemates taking place that may have you back tracking into a reflective mood; that analyzes what are your best options during this Venus Retrograde cycle. If you actually have (Venus in Libra Retrograde) in your natal chart, this may not be as difficult or challenging.

Key dates to circle with Venus Retrograde in Scorpio & Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio:

• Saturday, October 3rd, Venus will Retrograde in Scorpio (0 degrees) & Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio (20 degrees) on Saturday, October 24th, until Friday, November 13th, 2026.

• Mercury Retrograde will be Scorpio enter Retrograde cycle.

Mercury Retrograde in sensitive can trigger some conversations, that can be confusing and unclear. There will be levels of miscommunication, snafus, misunderstanding, confusion, delays, sending & receiving mixed messages, and not receiving the full story. You want to be cognizant and aware of the terms & conditions are regarding the details. Not the best time to start a new endeavor, however, if you do, you can count on changes. Being flexible and understanding will be your best move. Note, not everyone in the collective knows that we are experiencing Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio, but you do. So, leverage gravity to your advantage, especially when someone attempts to throw you under the bus. Mercury, the planet of (communication), does not have all the facts during this phase. Thus, make sure to double-check everything before you sign off on anything. Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio can be highly reactive, vindictive, or possessive. 

Mercury rules the reasoning power. Mercury is the power to record and bear witness, to observe and compare, to analyze and relate. Its placement in the horoscopes shows how and what you think, and the quality of your practical mind. Mercury is that power which binds people to the Universe and the Universe to others. It is the power of sensitivity through which we become aware of the entire world which extends about us. When Mercury stations Retrograde, it does not have its full strength, for there is a gravitational pull that slows the progression of the planet. It appears to be going in the reverse direction, which impacts the flow & consistency within our own communications, travel, and everything in between. 

• Mercury is the natural ruler to Gemini & the 3rd House of—communications, news, rumors, letters, speech, memory, dexterity, short-distance travel, your siblings, and neighbors. Mercury also is the natural ruler to Virgo & the 6th House of—work, service to others, co-workers, colleagues, recovery, illness, fitness, exercise, diet goals, any medical procedures, surgeries, any routine visits with your doctor & dentist, this includes your pets. 

Cosmic Tip & Coping mechanisms with Mercury Retrograde:

Mercury Retrograde in (Scorpio) will force you to review, reflect, revise, rethink, rebuild, remind, editing, restructure, release, and retreat into passed matters. This does impact all the of the zodiac depending on the astrological houses.

Not the best time to start a new career, marriage (unless you're getting married to the past spouse), buying a home, condo, car, or any big-ticket item. If you have to start a new endeavor during the Mercury Retrograde phase, you can expect the terms & conditions to change. Take with a grain of salt any news that you receive. The information will be cloudy, confusing and unreliable. You will notice miscommunications on steroids in the news, media, podcasts, cable/network television. There will be a high number of retractions, mistakes in reporting taking place. 

The key is to get in the pattern of redoing & re-editing multiple times, if need be, to make sure your message is coming across in a clear, cogent manner. There will be certain obstacles put in your path. That is why it is a paramount of importance to know this transit, and how you can leverage this to your advantage. While the general public is clueless about Mercury Retrograde effect, having tacit knowledge ahead of time can put you in the pole-position, while others will be lost-in-the-sauce with confusion and a lack of clarity. 

What to expect during Mercury Retrograde Blues in Scorpio: 

The biggest take away is to deconstruct any incoming news you receive that impacts you. First, Double check the source, before committing to any conclusions. Second, ask a lot of questions and keep drilling for answers until it is based on the truth. Once you realize that the story is changing multiple times, facts getting mixed up with layers of deception. You will have confirmation with the person or persons are withholding tacit information by design. It never surprises me how many people respond to this narrative during a Mercury Retrograde phase. Now you have specific tools to guide in reacting/counteracting with precision. Let others figure out their own disjointed story, as you catch them in the act with layers of inconsistencies. The key is to take observe and take notice of what is happening both on the micro & macro level. There will be plenty of authority figures, bosses, employers who will be attempting to cover their tracks by aggressively throwing someone under the bus. This includes co-workers, your neighbors, friends, or anyone in your life-path. Maintain detailed notes, files, and stay organized with your paper-trail.

Expect malfunctions with your phone, computer, car, electric vehicle, any home appliance, iPad, laptop, your smart tv, dealing with delays with customer service with both your internet & phone carrier, travel will be a nightmare, there will be delays, cancellations, increased traffic, stalemates, protests, confusion with what others are communicating, emails, texts, calls, meetings/discussions will contain mixed messages, you will have to face issues from the past, dealing with past-life issues coming back to surface, expect to hear from a past relationship/spouse/ex-employer/friend or anyone connected to your past. They will appear requesting going down-memory-lane. 

Great time to have reunions with groups/organizations that you were once part of hearing from people from the past will be the norm. Do not be surprised if there are dramas that make an appearance, especially if there is any unfinished business. You have an opportunity to get things right and then move on from it. Being stuck with past issues is not the goal, rather attacking the source and untangle the webs of deception and clear out any karma is where you will find the leverage. This applies to all other matters that are germane to you in some manner. 

Check in with your Sun, Rising sign, Moon sign, or where you have Mercury, Scorpio, for it can help deconstruct this narrative in a more direct manner. If you actually have (Mercury in Scorpio), you're experiencing your Mercury Return. If you have (Fixed signs—Taurus, Scorpio, Leo & Aquarius), this will also impact you with (Fixed Square energy).

Venus Retrograde in Scorpio & Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio horoscopes: 

• Aries—For the (RAM), this impacts your 8th House of—transformation, shared resources, other people's money, sex, intimacy, sexuality, taboo subjects, death, dying, rebirth, dowries, inheritances, mortgages, loans, a bonus, expected money, mystery, intensity, the deep underworld, obsession, and regeneration. Expect deeper encounters with intimacy and attracting financial matters to the upside. Expect intimacy & a money matter from the past, that comes back to the present. If there is any unfinished business that needs to be addressed, so be it. There can be heated arguments, conflicts regarding shared resources, a financial matter, or intimacy that no longer exits. There is a (Sextile) with the Mercury & Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. There can be some aspects worth revisting under the sheets. 

• Taurus—For the (Bull), this impacts your opposite sign or 7th House of—marriages, partnerships (both personal & professional), any legal contractual agreements, your one-on-one-engagements, mutual benefits, reciprocity, lawsuits, divorces, and your open enemies. Watch for attracting unconventional types of relationships either in your personal or professional life. Team (Taurus) is going to get a massive boost in your relationship zone. This can activate past, partnerships, or revisiting relationships. There is a (Fixed Square) connected to both Mercury & Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. This creates a (Opposition), which can trigger resentment with certain past love affairs gone wrong. 
  

• Gemini—For the (Twins), this impacts your important 6th House of—work, your daily work routines, labor, chores, dealing with your employers, co-workers, colleagues, your health regimen, fitness, exercise, diet goals, medical treatments, illness, recovery, any medical procedures, routine visits with your doctor, & dentist, your pets, and service to others. There can be a work-related project that just takes off that highly attractive for your skills & talents in your work sector. There can be an unexpected detour with your daily work routine, working dealing with health-related issue, or a stalemate with a work-related project. The (Twins) may two different outcomes in your daily work grind, dealing with pets, or with health-related issue. There is a (Sextile) connected to the Mercury & Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. Working harder is required to be average. 
  

• Cancer—For the (Crab), this will impact their 5th House of—heart & love, romance, sex, affairs, dating, flirty energies, fun & frolic, games, pleasures, the orgasm, pregnancy, your hobbies, creative expression, your kids/children, entertainment, drama, theatre, vanity, leadership, courage, bold & brash energies, being competitive, this includes gambling, & speculations. Look for cracks in romance, in dating; there can be multiple turn-offs that come to the surface. (For team Cancer) watch for past affairs with romantic partners or dating themes that didn't last. There is a favorable (Water Trine) to Mercury & Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. You can find excitement under the sheets going down memory lane. There can also be secrets revealed from past experiences. 
  

• Leo—For the (Lion), this impacts your 4th House of—home & family, family traditions, family legacies, your living space, your living foundation, rentals, land, property, real-estate transactions, your moods, emotions, feelings, your emotional IQ, the past, your mother, early childhood memories, and your domestic sector. Watch for pleasant upgrades in the home, moving to another residence that is more attractive, spending more time with the family. That remodeling project never looked so optimistic with decorating that reflects your artistic tastes. Expect dealing with past family issues, or family dynamics in your domestic sector. You could hear from extended family over the next month. There is a (Fixed Square) connected to Mercury & Venus Retrograde in Scorpio, which can add tensions within the family dynamics. 
  

• Virgo—For the (Virgin), this impacts your 3rd House of—communications, speech, news, rumors, dexterity, articles, links to people on social media, essays, opinion piece (op-ed), short-distance travel, dealing with your siblings, neighbors, and community. There can be tense discussions with siblings, where each person is not on the same page. Watch for certain delays, with Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio which can add some confusion or sending mixed messages. There will be increased calls, emails, texts, essays, meetings, and discussions taking place that are important to you. Team Virgo, you need to be extra (anal-retentive) about making sure every word is perfect before you send it. There is a (Sextile) associated with Mercury & Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. There are certain challenges in your communications. However, you're going to need to put in the extra effort to get your message across in a clear, concise, cogent manner.  

• Libra—For the (Scales of Justice), impacts you're the 2nd House of—money, resources, earned income, gains in financial matters, assets, your possessions, ownership, investments increasing in value, having a sense of value, this includes your self-worth & self-esteem. Note, Venus rules the 2nd House, so you stand to gain in major ways, plus you may find more avenues of increasing your financial wealth. Take advantage of this transit and look forward to adding critical mass to your bank accounts! Watch your financial accounts, especially with the Mercury & Venus Rx in Scorpio. You also will be reviewing your sense of value you bring to others. If there has not been mutual recognition, equal reciprocity, you may end certain relationships where money is involved. There is a (Sextile) connected with Mercury & Venus Retrograde in Scorpio. You're going to need to adjust your mind set around money. 

• Scorpio—For the seductive (Scorpion), you're the (Bella of the ball), in the center of this transit. For team Libra, this impacts your 1st House of—ego, image, personality, temperament, disposition, your sense of self, opinion of the self, identity, your personal characteristics, idiosyncrasies, your physical appearance, body shape, and how you project yourself to the public. You will come across more attractive, charming, filled with charisma, pouring out of your aura. You have the power to move mountains with new beginnings, new developments with how you project, and interact with the public. Team Scorpio, you're going through a transformational shift during this (Double Retrogrades). Whatever shifts, the Phoenix Rises from the ashes, creating something new in the future. 
  

• Sagittarius—this impacts your this impacts your 12th House of—secrets, behind the scenes activities, clandestine affairs, self-undoing, soul-reaching, replenishment, solitude, exile, confinement, addictions, your dreams, subconscious mind, advanced E.S.P., downloads from your guides, ascended masters, people on the other side, reflection, jails, institutions, and all things that are hidden. You could find that working behind closed doors can be stimulating, erotic, while tapping into all five senses in a creative manner. Expect some secret admirers coming forth, letting you how they feel. You could hear from people from the past that would like return to those closed-door activities. There is a (Sextile) connected to Venus & Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio. You may need to provide work & effort from behind the scenes. 
  

• Capricorn—For the (Goat), This will impact you in the 11th House of—groups, organizations, teams, acquaintances, your social endeavors, friends, circle of friendships; this includes your hopes, wishes, & dreams. There can be new attractions within a group dynamic that offers team Capricorn to showcase their pioneering skills that benefit humanity. Expect delays, cancellations, endings, secrets, or a finality in a group dynamic. If there have cracks in foundation with a group, organization, there can be more aggressive moves, behaviors with these individuals wanting to get their way. You could find yourself put into a position of leadership with a dynamic group that takes off. There is a (Sextile) connected to the Venus & Mercury Retrograde in Scorpio. You may need to install more effort & energy in your hopes & wishes.  

• Aquarius—this impacts your This will impact you in the 10th House or MC of the—career, the occupation, sphere of influence, your professional reputation, status, credit, business success, your professional accolades, fame & fortune, honors & awards, being illuminated for your career skills, talents, and abilities, having authority figures grant you a career promotion that takes you to higher position.  All eyes will be on you in your career sector. If you make the grade, the rewards will be worth celebrating something special! There can be career accolades that you get lauded from your talents & skills from the past. Better late than never. There can be aggressive energies in your career zone. You may have to leave a specific career, or there could be delays or cancelations in your career goals. Plus, there is a challenging (T-Square) energy that can add tension or resentment with your company or authority figures. 

• Pisces—For the (swimming Fish), 9th House of—education, publishing, exams, advanced studies, higher learning, the big picture & big adventure, long-distance, travel, foreign countries, cultures, history, historical figures, the legal system, the courts, lawyers, justice, your perspective, philosophy, using your abstract mind.  There can be legal matters regarding a past matter that has resurfaced that is complicated, complex, and requires a lawyer to sort things out. There can be new developments, new opportunities taking place with a legal manner that could work out in your favor. There is a favorable (Water Trine) connected to Mercury & Venus in Scorpio. While there can be delays, however, you should be on top of any legal issues from the past. 

Written by Adam Mitchell Lasko

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