The Week of October 12th, 2026: Hard work pays off in a rocky Venus retrograde

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Episode 304 In this podcast, New York Times best-selling author and astrologer Chani Nicholas discusses the astrology of the week and what it might mean for us all. The astrology of the week of October 12th, 2026, brings a much-needed confidence boost to an emotionally intense Venus retrograde. As the Sun sextiles Jupiter (the planet of good fortune), it feels like luck is on our side and asking us to take some necessary risks. And when Pluto (the planet of hidden power) stations direct in Aquarius, it helps us to clarify the right path forward, reclaim our agency, and get ourselves unstuck. Plus, a helpful trine between Mars (the planet of action) and Saturn (the planet of discipline) adds extra make-it-happen magic to the mix, bringing our goals within reach — as long as we’re willing to put in the hard work. This week is your reminder that it’s always worth it to act with integrity, even if it requires more effort. Content warning: gender-based violence, sexual assault  This episode covers: • The Sun’s sextile to Jupiter on Thursday, October 15th • The end of Pluto’s retrograde on Thursday, October 15th • Mars’ trine to Saturn on Friday, October 16th Timestamps: • 00