September 29 – October 5, 2025
If this week had a press secretary, it would be Mercury with a headset mic and a PowerPoint presentation. Every planetary move filters through how we think, speak, and negotiate. Mercury isn’t just pushing emails—it’s editing scripts, moderating panels, and fact-checking grandiose speeches. The question is: will we listen, or just wing it and hope nobody notices?
Let’s walk through the week, day by day, with Mercury’s red pen in hand.
Monday, September 29 – Tuesday, September 30: Moon in Capricorn
Mood: The boardroom is open, and the dress code is “serious face.”
Vibe check: The Moon in Capricorn pushes feelings into a project management dashboard. Deadlines, goals, and accountability weigh more than emotions. It’s not that you don’t care—it’s just that hugs don’t build bridges.
How it shows up:
- You may find yourself setting up budgets, cleaning spreadsheets, or making lists that have lists.
- Someone might ask you to “circle back” (ugh), and this time you won’t roll your eyes—you’ll actually circle back.
- The inner critic could be loud: “Why aren’t you further ahead by now?” Don’t let it boss you around.
Constructive moves:
- Use the Capricorn discipline to map out realistic goals.
- Add a touch of warmth—say thank you, acknowledge effort, smile at the intern. Capricorn can get so focused on the mountain that it forgets the climbers.
Action step: Write down one major goal and three tiny steps you can take this week. Brick by brick, baby.
Wednesday, October 1: Mercury in Libra square Jupiter in Cancer
Mood: Big promises, questionable receipts.
Vibe check: Mercury in Libra loves balance, dialogue, and “let’s talk it out.” Jupiter in Cancer swells with feels. Put them together in a square, and suddenly everyone is selling a dream without a business plan.
How it shows up:
- You might get pitched something that sounds like “Shark Tank meets spiritual healing.”
- At work, people talk in buzzwords: “scalable empathy,” “emotional bandwidth,” “synergistic nurturing.” Translation? Zero clarity.
- You may also exaggerate your own capacity. “Sure, I can finish that by Friday!” (Narrator: they could not.)
Constructive moves:
- Check the fine print. If a promise feels too good, it probably is.
- Trim the fluff from your own pitch. Clear beats clever.
Action step: Before you agree to anything, ask yourself: Would I sign this deal if the cameras weren’t rolling?
Thursday, October 2: Moon in Aquarius
Mood: Group project energy.
Vibe check: The Moon in Aquarius wants you to think like an innovator. Detachment helps you see patterns others miss, but watch for coldness creeping in.
How it shows up:
- A new app, idea, or tech toy suddenly feels irresistible.
- You want to text your “brain trust” group chat instead of processing feelings alone.
- Community meetings (even the dreaded HOA Zoom) may actually produce breakthroughs.
Constructive moves:
- Use this transit to revise systems—budgeting tools, routines, workflows.
- Network. The random connection you make today could matter in three months.
Action step: Reach out to someone who inspires you and ask one question. Aquarius thrives on curiosity and shared insight.
Friday, October 3: Mercury in Libra opposes Chiron Rx in Aries
Mood: Conversations hit the bruise, not the muscle.
Vibe check: Mercury in Libra wants peace; Chiron in Aries reminds us of every time we didn’t feel seen. Put them opposite each other, and words meant to soothe may sting instead.
How it shows up:
- A well-intentioned “constructive” comment feels like a roast.
- Old wounds resurface through casual conversations. “Remember when you…” Ouch.
- You might also realize you’ve been dodging a tough conversation for too long.
Constructive moves:
- Use “I” statements instead of “you always.”
- Listen more than you talk. Sometimes just being heard is the healing.
- If you need to apologize, keep it short and sincere. No TED Talk required.
Action step: Journal prompt: What conversation am I avoiding because I fear rejection? Then—baby step—practice saying it out loud in the mirror.
Saturday, October 4 – Sunday, October 5: Moon in Pisces
Mood: The emotional floodgates open.
Vibe check: Pisces Moon blurs boundaries, amplifies sensitivity, and makes Netflix’s “Are you still watching?” feel like an existential crisis. But it’s also profoundly healing and creative.
How it shows up:
- Dreams get wild—your ex, a walrus, and your boss in one scene. Thanks, Pisces.
- You might feel like scrolling endlessly to “escape.”
- Art, music, or spirituality calls you back to yourself.
Constructive moves:
- Channel the emotion: paint, write, dance, pray, meditate—pick your flavor.
- Protect your energy. Pisces can soak up everyone’s moods like a sponge.
Action step: Make one small ritual: a bath with intention, a quiet walk, a playlist that makes you feel alive. Use this Moon to soften, not dissolve.
Weekly Takeaway: Mercury’s Masterclass
This week is Mercury’s pop quiz on how we think and speak under pressure. Monday and Tuesday remind us that structure is strength, not punishment. Wednesday warns us against buying snake oil—or selling it ourselves. Thursday shows the magic of collaboration. Friday asks us to face the bruise instead of pretending it’s not there. And the weekend? Pisces whispers, “rest, heal, create.”
The motivational takeaway:
Words are spells, strategies are scaffolding, and sensitivity is strength. If you play Mercury’s game with awareness, you don’t just survive the week—you draft the blueprint for what’s next.
