Your Monthly Horoscopes: September 2024

Welcome to your September horoscope! This month begins with two profound shifts from the outer planets that stir revelations on both a personal and collective level. Uranus, planet of originality and sudden change, goes retrograde in Taurus on the 1st . On the same day, Pluto, planet of deep transformation, moves back into Capricorn. Pluto, which takes 250 years to go around the zodiac, has been in Aquarius since January, but through November 19thwill return to Capricorn to finish up an epic story that began in 2008. Past and future timelines are very much alive right now and playing off of each other. Whether you’re feeling nostalgic or future tripping, It’s easy to get pulled in one direction or another. If you want my professional opinion though, the best thing to do is stay present .

On a simpler note, the new moon in Virgo on the 2nd is a for taking something that has gotten way too complicated and breaking it up into manageable tasks. Grab your bullet journal and get to work. Mercury, no longer retrograde thank goddess, enters Virgo on the 9th , allowing us to get back to a project we started in late July and early August.

Mars enters Cancer on the 4th where the action planet is a master of emotional labor , making moves based on feelings. Due to an upcoming retrograde, Mars, which usually spends only six weeks in a sign, will be in Cancer for all of September and October, as well as in January through April 2025. Whatever’s on your to do list now may not be completed until next spring. Be patient and trust the process. This is only the beginning.

Mid-month, things take a turn toward the mystical (or in some cases, the chaotic) peaking with a lunar eclipse in oceanic Pisces on the 17th . This is a very potent full moon that forces us to face sudden endings and climaxes with heart and compassion. Things might feel like they’re spinning out of control with no grounding around this eclipse, but there’s also great power in taking risks with magical thinking.

Libra season begins on the 22nd . Known for balance, Libras are great at distilling chaos and turning it into something that at the very least looks good . (Think Libra Gwenyth Paltrow , known for her IG story hot takes, courtroom chic and Goop serums). Love planet Venus moves into Scorpio on the 22nd bringing up some intense feelings at the same time.

The month ends with communication planet Mercury moving into fair minded Libra, and meeting the Sun on the 30th (what astrologers call cazimi ). With another eclipse coming on October 2nd , things will feel turbulent and overly complicated at the end of the month. But if we’re willing to let go and strip away what truly doesn’t matter, there’s a calm that arrives after the storm.

(Horoscopes follow for each sign. If you know your rising sign, reading for that sign may provide further insight.)

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Aries (March 21 - April 19)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Reset work schedule and routines
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): Cosmic insight during a post-yoga sound bath
• Other Key Dates: 9/3, 9/4, 9/11, 9/15, 9/30

September is a groundbreaking month for you, Aries. (In perhaps a literal way for those of you planning a house renovation .)  As much as you may want to push ahead with your career and public life, your attention keeps getting directed back to your home, family and core foundations. What are your most basic needs? Through this work on your core self, you’re also finding clarity in your closest relationships, and a curiosity around developing your spiritual life. All of this requires a lot of hustle and discipline, but also remember: it’s just for you. You don’t have to put any of your hard work on display.

Love Horoscope: The last year or so has been about finding clarity in your closest relationships. As you continue to expand into a more vibrant and confident version of yourself, you may notice that certain relationships are fading away while others get more solidified. You may be tempted to put a new lover on a pedestal this month, but make them earn it.

Money Horoscope: In this month of digging into your core needs, you’re tempted to splurge under the guise of self improvement. Venus moves into your shared resources sector on the 22nd, an influence that could improve your joint investments. That said, you might also be susceptible to buying things just because someone told you to, so check in to make sure each purchase matches your values.

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Taurus (April 20 - May 20)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Very cute first date
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): Surprise networking opportunity
• Other Key Dates: 9/3, 9/15, 9/22

September is a month of big change for you, Taurus. Though you prefer when things stay the same, you have no choice but to switch up your daily routines and work schedule as you’re initiated into new friendships, industries and communities. It’s a powerful time to connect with like minded colleagues and mentors, and also to put more energy into your social life after a long period of feeling isolated. Despite being extremely busy, you’re also feeling more ease in your daily grind as you release unnecessary obligations. Just try not to replace your work tasks with doing favors for all your besties. You deserve as much me time as everyone else.

Love Horoscope: Romance hasn’t been a top priority for you this year, but as you release some of your draining obligations, you remember that you need pleasure. After reviewing some past romantic failures, you’re ready to claim your true desires whether that’s with a long-term partner or someone you just started dating. Have some fun! Take some risks! Fall in love !

Money Horoscope: Financial pressures from last month finally ease after the 4th when Mars leaves your finance sector. Even if your bank account doesn’t reflect it yet, you’re in the process of building more stability and abundance. Take some time this month to reflect on whether your spending matches your values.

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Gemini (May 21 - June 20)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Very chill housewarming party
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): Major breakthrough for your career and public image
• Other Key Dates: 9/7, 9/9, 9/18, 9/21, 9/24, 9/25, 9/26, 9/29, 9/30

September is for getting back into a regular schedule and routine. Last month’s Mercury retrograde had you rushing around all over the place and constantly rearranging plans. Now’s a great time to simplify your daily schedule and put more energy into what’s fulfilling. Though you tend to thrive in a little bit of chaos, the focus you’re giving to your schedule, home and foundations leads to more creative and romantic opportunities. Think about it: how are you going to date when you don’t even know when you’re available? Give yourself the gift of simplicity.

Love Horoscope: Libra season begins on the 22nd and for you this is the most romantic time of the year. Whether you’re single or partnered, this is a time to up the glamor, mystery and affection in all of your connections. A fling from back in the spring may also return this month, but remember: you don’t have to rush into a commitment to enjoy the process.

Money Horoscope: Big changes are happening in your career and public image this month and this may include a sudden increase to your income. With more resources available to you (through work or just after an intense period of saving), it’s important to be smart about what you have available. Take some time to consider your options this month, but wait for later in the fall to make any big investments .

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Cancer (June 21 - July 22)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Heartwarming conversation with bestie
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): Overwhelmed by a sudden travel or education opportunity
• Other Key Dates: 9/4, 9/30

The thing about having a big goal is that the only way to achieve it is to do a little something toward it every single day. September is a month for rituals. It’s a month to simplify your schedule and routine so that you can better understand what your long term dreams even are. Releasing obligations at home and to your family open up more space for you to pursue travel, education and many other mind expanding opportunities. You’re feeling more determined than ever, but watch out for burnout. There’s a difference between going for it and pushing yourself too hard.

Love Horoscope: So much of this year has been about exploring the contours of your ideal love. After years of being caught up in power dynamics, it’s refreshing to discover relationships from a place of freedom. Your lover’s support gets you through a hard decision regarding your home or family life at the end of the month which gives you yet another reason to trust this foundation.

Money Horoscope: Before you pull out your credit card to book yet another trip home to see your family, consider whether that cash might be better spent on improving your own living situation. For the price of a weeklong trip, you could invest in some new bedding that will improve your daily quality of life.

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Leo (July 23 - Aug 22)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): A style upgrade gives you a new lease on life
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): Breakthroughs come with big pain points
• Other Key Dates: 9/8, 9/19, 9/21, 9/22, 9/29, 9/30

Friendship breakups are challenging , mostly because unlike romantic breakups, there’s no set script for how we talk about them. While you’ve had many positive transformations in your romantic and business partnerships this year, you’ve also found that deepening some relationships has closed you off to others. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 17th makes you very aware of the things you’ve lost along the way to these new commitments. As sad as it might be to let go of connections, you’re also realizing how much space and choice you have. Remember: you are what you spend your time doing.

Love Horoscope: Transformation planet Pluto leaves your relationship sector on the 1st. Since January, you’ve experienced tectonic shifts in the way you experience partnership and this month you might feel like things are “going back to normal.” But Pluto returns to this part of your chart in November and will only continue to bring change. Continue to integrate what you’ve learned without clinging too hard to the comforts of the past .

Money Horoscope: August’s Mercury retrograde had you reconsidering the ways you spend both your time and money, and this month you get to start living by these values. A compromise you have to make around the 8th with a friend or partner is clarifying and helps you refine your budget for the rest of the year.

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Virgo (August 23 - September 23)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): New moon, new you!
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): Emotional conversation with someone you love
• Other Key Dates: 9/7, 9/9, 9/18, 9/21, 9/24, 9/25, 9/26, 9/29, 9/30

September is a journey of coming back home to yourself. Last month’s Mercury retrograde got you very stuck in your head, ruminating on your bad habits, and questioning whether you identify too much with self-defeating behaviors. Sometimes self-sabotage really does keep us safe! Mercury returns to your sign on the 9th finally bringing this long period of introspection to an end and gives you the words to speak your truth with confidence . You’re learning to live with more self respect and as you do this, you’re making room for more expansive relationships. Finding people who accept your authentic self isn’t just a pipe dream, you’re finally living it.

Love Horoscope: Single or partnered, the lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 17th puts a spotlight on your intimate relationships. As much as you want to buckle down and “get it together,” this is a moment when you have to surrender to your big feelings. Trust that whatever’s beginning or ending now is meaningful even if it isn’t forever.

Money Horoscope: Your budget has been tight over the past several months and Libra season (from the 22nd) brings clarity around where you need to be investing your resources for the biggest returns. The key isn’t depriving yourself of things you want, but about making sure that your spending aligns with your values.

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Libra (September 23 - October 21)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Offline mode activated
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): Crying around the clock
• Other Key Dates: 9/3, 9/15, 9/22, 9/26

September is for facing your fears. With your ruling planet Venus back in your sign this month, you’re feeling much more like yourself, but you’re also not quite ready to get back into action. Defining your personal boundaries is a delicate dance, and this month you’re realizing how much holding onto what isn’t good for you has been affecting your health. Is it decision paralysis or are you actually just scared to take a leap? The more you let go of draining obligations, the more ease and flow you find in your routine.

Love Horoscope: Power planet Pluto leaves your love and pleasure sector on the 1st where it’s been shaking up who and what you desire since January. If you’re single, you might find yourself less focused on dating for the next few months as your obsessive attention redirects to your home and foundation. Don’t forget what you’ve learned so far though. You deserve to feel sexy and powerful even when dating isn’t your top priority.

Money Horoscope: With Mars going into your career sector on the 4th and remaining there on and off through April 2025, you’re about to spend a lot of time reworking how you show up in public. The goal is: present yourself better so you can do less and earn more. This process begins with getting clear about what you need (both financially and emotionally) to be comfortable and to thrive.

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Scorpio (October 22 - November 21)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Reset for your social life
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): An emotional first date
• Other Key Dates: 9/3, 9/4, 9/15, 9/30

September is for finding healthy escapes. The month begins with you in the midst of your busiest social season, but you also might be feeling overwhelmed by all the obligations to friends. With your ruling planet Mars entering Cancer and your travel and education sector on the 4th, you’re in desperate need of a retreat. Mars stays in Cancer on and off through April 2025 and the next several months are going to be about recalibrating your vision and overall life goals. Making these choices requires taking time for yourself. That said, don’t take time off so you can ruminate and overthink . Plan something that allows you to truly rest and tap into your dreams.

Love Horoscope: The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 17th opens up a whole new can of worms for your dating life. You thought you wanted one thing, but you’re learning that you’ve been limiting your dreams. This isn’t about being delusional but about claiming the big picture you truly desire.

Money Horoscope: As the month begins, your task is taking stock of where things improved and where things might have gone off the rails for you money-wise during the chaos of August. The good news is: Jupiter is transiting your shared resources sector until next spring so support is available when you ask for it. You just may need to get more entrepreneurial in order to reach your financial goals. Consider where you could get more creative to earn more money.

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Sagittarius (November 22 - December 21)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Refresh your resumé
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): A dinner party at your house goes off the rails
• Other Key Dates: 9/12, 9/15, 9/21

Are you too focused on how other people see you? September brings up big questions around your legacy and reputation. With friends moving away, layoffs at the office, and projects you were excited about getting postponed or canceled, you might feel like your world is getting smaller. You might be struggling with finding a way to define yourself outside of these relationships and projects. Who are you when you’re not working? This is an important time for re-evaluating your commitments and choosing friends, lovers and work that make you feel expansive. It’s painful to close the door on some of these opportunities but remember that it’s OK to do less. The goal is to feel comfortable as you grow.

Love Horoscope: The past few months have brought major growing pains in some of your closest relationships and this month you’re finally feeling more confident in a new era. That being said, there are still some power dynamics to be addressed and compromises to be made. Maybe there is no destination, only an ongoing process.

Money Horoscope: Mars moves into Cancer and your shared resources sector on the 4th where the action planet will remain on and off through April 2025. If you’re not careful, this influence could have you racking up a hefty credit card bill on items you see as “investments.” Before taking out a loan or adding to a debt, have a plan to pay it back.

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Capricorn (December 22 - January 19)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Nerding out on the first day of school
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): A very memorable party at the local bar
• Other Key Dates: 9/1, 9/8, 9/18, 9/30

Part of stepping into your power is taking control of your environment. There’s part of you that has resisted getting too involved in your new neighborhood or reconnecting with your childhood friends or joining a silly little book club. But this month you find great comfort in familiarity. Your heart is set on a big goal, but to achieve that goal you don’t need to make a grand gesture. What you need is daily attention and regular practice. It’s time to put in the reps. Trust that your vision is clear and all you need to do is the work.

Love Horoscope: Since January, you’ve been trying new approaches to dating and sex. Whether single or partnered, what used to get you off just isn’t doing it for you anymore. You’ve been dating outside your type and experimenting in the bedroom. As Uranus stations retrograde in your romance sector on the 1st, you take one more leap out of your comfort zone and might be surprised by how much you like it.

Money Horoscope: When friends invite you on a last minute getaway on the 8th, you might find yourself torn between splurging on a little adventure and saving up for a major vacation you want to take next year. That being said, don’t let something uncertain keep you from finding joy in the present.

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Aquarius (January 20 - February 18)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): First appointment with a new therapist
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): Surprise abundance!
• Other Key Dates: 9/8, 9/18, 9/30

September is about releasing what isn’t yours and taking control of your own abundance. For the past couple of years, you haven’t had much space in your budget for any kind of luxury. It’s been a long season of frugality and money consciousness and let’s be real: it’s been a buzzkill. The lunar eclipse in Pisces on the 17th is a push to step outside your comfort zone and to treat yourself a little. This doesn’t mean blowing all your cash on things you can’t afford, but instead remembering that you’re worth life’s little pleasures. You’ve done all the compromises and reconciliations that you can do. The next chapter is about owning your worth.

Love Horoscope: Relationships are built on shared values and experiences, and though we’ve been programmed through the media to think this has to happen in a clear narrative, the story is rarely linear. This month you might find yourself on a date with someone you lost touch with or picking up a conversation from late July or early August with a partner. Trust the timing.

Money Horoscope: With the sun and Mercury both spending time in your shared resources sector this month, now is a great time to clear some financial cobwebs and get yourself the support you need. Whether you’re applying for a loan or seeking an accountant, make sure you explore a few options before making a final choice.

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Pisces (February 19 - March 20)

• New Moon in Virgo (9/2): Set boundaries around a commitment
• Lunar Eclipse in Pisces (9/17): The most emotional day of the year
• Other Key Dates: 9/12, 9/15, 9/21

Oh, Pisces. You’re so sensitive and compassionate , but how have you let yourself be defined by your intense feelings? Whether it’s something in your own life or through carrying the weight of the world, September is for shaking off baggage that was never yours. The lunar eclipse in your sign on the 17th is a powerful wakeup call that reminds you to turn the spotlight back on yourself and take up more space. Over the next several months, you’re going to be tasked with figuring out how to make more time for your personal hobbies, pleasures and desires. There’s no more room for longing for what was never yours.

Love Horoscope: The beginning of the month is an important time for your love life as you consider both casual and long term commitments. Mars enters your romance and creativity sector on the 4th and will remain there on and off through April 2025! What brings you pleasure will be under review for the next several months, so make space for more exploration!

Money Horoscope: If you’ve been struggling with debt, this month’s cosmic influences give you space to find solutions. This is also a great month to get serious about a joint investment or business partnership. When considering a new financial partnership, remember that the goal isn’t to create more work for yourself but to share with ease.

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