Cancer Weekly Horoscope: Sep 28 to Oct 4

This week's headline: Venus turns retrograde in Scorpio, your fifth house of romance, creativity and fun, until Nov 14. Time to give an old flame, an abandoned hobby or a creative idea another honest look.

Day by day

  • Monday: The Moon is in Aries, your tenth house of career, reputation and direction. You are aware of how you are seen at work; quiet competence wins the day.
  • Monday to Wednesday: The Moon is in Taurus, your eleventh house of friends, groups and future plans. You want company and a sense of belonging; text the friend who makes you laugh.
  • Wednesday to Friday: The Moon is in Gemini, your twelfth house of rest, endings and the inner life. You need solitude and sleep; protect your evening.
  • Friday to Sunday: The Moon is in Cancer, your first house of self, image and fresh starts. Feelings run personal and close to the surface; put your own needs first without apology.

Key moments this week

  • Monday: Mars enters Leo, your second house of money, possessions and self-worth. You work hard for what you want to own or earn; watch impulse spending fueled by frustration.
  • Wednesday: Mercury enters Scorpio, your fifth house of romance, creativity and fun. Your ideas are playful and persuasive; write, perform, and say the flattering thing you mean.
  • Saturday: Venus turns retrograde in Scorpio, your fifth house of romance, creativity and fun, until Nov 14. Time to give an old flame, an abandoned hobby or a creative idea another honest look. More

Your best days

  • Work and money: Sep 28
  • Talking things through: Sep 28 to Sep 30
  • Rest and recharging: Sep 30 to Oct 2

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