Weekly Cosmic Forecast: November 9 – 15, 2025

November 9, 2025

The Big Picture: A Week for Edits, Not Overhauls

This week isn’t shouting “start over,” it’s whispering “adjust gently.” On Sunday, November 9, Mercury stations retrograde in Sagittarius, shifting the pace of conversation, travel, and planning. Retrogrades aren’t punishments; they’re invitations to revisit, refine, and reconnect. Think: proofreading the plan, re-sending the heartfelt note, clarifying the why behind a commitment.

On Tuesday, November 11, Jupiter stations retrograde in Cancer, turning our growth lens inward. Jupiter symbolizes expansion; in retrograde, it asks us to nurture what’s already sprouting, family ties, home rhythms, emotional security, so abundance can root more deeply. This is an ideal moment to simplify schedules, realign budgets with values, and lean into nourishing rituals.

We’re also moving through the waning half of the lunar cycle after the brilliant Full Moon in Taurus (Nov 5) and toward the Last Quarter Moon around Nov 12. Waning weeks favor release, tidying, and tying bows on open-ended stories. They’re about responsible pruning, clearing what steals light from the blooms you truly want to grow.

Layered beneath all of this: Mars in Sagittarius lends hopeful momentum (since Nov 4), while Venus in Scorpio deepens bonds and asks for honest, soulful connection (Nov 6–30). If something needs addressing, kindness plus candor is your winning formula.

Day-by-Day Guidance

Sunday, Nov 9: “Pause, Then Proceed”

As Mercury stations retrograde today, imagine the cosmic traffic light turning yellow: slow enough to notice details, steady enough to move with care. Double-check travel plans, timelines, and recurring subscriptions. If a conversation went sideways recently, circle back with curiosity instead of judgment. One sincere question can dissolve a week of tension. (Mercury Rx begins Nov 9.)

Micro-ritual: Place your favorite pen beside your journal and write three headings: Revise, Repair, Reaffirm. List one item under each. Keep it doable, five minutes of action counts.

Gift-of-Grace Tip: Send a short “thinking of you” note to someone important. Mercury retrograde favors reconnection when it’s warm and genuine.

Monday, Nov 10: “Clear the Surfaces, Clear the Mind”

Today favors gentle decluttering. Start where your eyes land first: the kitchen counter, your desk, the nightstand. Remove what’s expired, literal or emotional. If emotions feel tender (they might), take it as a sign you’re touching something meaningful. A tidy corner can be a lighthouse in a foggy week.

Conversation Prompt: “If we could make one small change that would help both of us this month, what would it be?” Keep it collaborative and specific.

Tuesday, Nov 11: “Nourish to Flourish”

Jupiter stations retrograde, a soft pivot from “more” to “meaningful.” Choose one domain; finances, family rhythms, or home rituals, and focus on sustainable ease. A groceries-and-gratitude ritual (fresh produce, warm soup, shared appreciation) can be surprisingly stabilizing. (Jupiter stations retrograde Nov 11.)

Micro-move: Reallocate 5–10% of your weekly calendar from “shoulds” to “soothing.” Protect that time as fiercely as a meeting with your boss.

Wednesday, Nov 12: “Last Quarter Perspective”

Near the Last Quarter Moon, clarity often arrives as subtraction. Release the extra step, the perfectionistic flourish, the project that doesn’t fit your season. If you catch yourself doom-scrolling or debate-spiraling, try a reset: three deep breaths, a glass of water, and five minutes of focused action on something that matters. (Last Quarter ~ Nov 12.)

Journal Cue: “What would ‘done, with dignity’ look like here?”

Thursday, Nov 13: “Tender Truths, Kindly Told”

With Venus traveling through Scorpio all month, emotional honesty is magnetic. Choose trust-building over peace-keeping. The difference? Peace-keeping avoids discomfort; trust-building moves through it with care. Share one hope and one boundary. You’ll feel lighter, not harder. (Venus in Scorpio Nov 6–30.)

Relationship Ritual: Light a candle at dinner. Each person names one thing they need less of and one they’d love more of. No fixing, just hearing.

Friday, Nov 14: “A Little Laughter, A Lot of Relief”

As the Moon shifts through the mutable signs this week, energy loosens, perfect for errands, phone calls, and tying bows on tasks you postponed. If plans re-route (they may), treat it as choreography, not chaos. Mercury retrograde favors Plan B that turns out better than Plan A.

Practical Magic: Auto-renew your peace: reschedule appointments that clash, pre-write a kind decline for invitations you can’t accept.

Saturday, Nov 15: “Choose Lightness on Purpose”

Weekend mantra: Simple is sacred. Opt for a nature walk, a tidy drawer, a cozy movie night. Leave white space on the calendar so intuitive moments have room to find you. Light your candle, breathe, and notice: What feels easier now than it did on Sunday? That’s evidence of alignment.

Cosmic Weather Highlights

Mercury Retrograde in Sagittarius: Begins Nov 9, excellent for review, reconnection, and revising travel/education plans. Expect messages from the past or delays that ultimately save time.
Jupiter Stations Retrograde in Cancer: Nov 11, growth turns inward; invest in home, healing, and emotional security.
Lunar Cycle: After the brilliant Taurus Full Moon (Nov 5), we reach Last Quarter around Nov 12, a weekly sweet spot for release, edits, and course-corrections.
Venus in Scorpio (Nov 6–30): Depth, devotion, and honest intimacy. Beautiful for shared rituals, heartfelt conversations, and recommitting to what truly matters.
Mars in Sagittarius (since Nov 4): Uplifted drive; pair courage with curiosity to keep momentum compassionate and wise.

Cosmic Tip: The Three-Note Ritual (Release • Reframe • Re-affirm)

Set aside ten quiet minutes midweek.

Release: Write one habit, pressure, or narrative you’re ready to lay down. Read it once, then safely tear or dissolve the paper.
Reframe: Rewrite the same sentence as a supportive truth: “I must handle everything alone” becomes “It’s safe to ask for help.”
Re-affirm: Light your Cosmic Birthday Candle and speak your reframe aloud. Let the flame mark the moment your heart chose gentler ground.

Ritual becomes sacred when intention meets light. Your candle holds the space so change feels beautiful, not punishing.

For Each Modality: One Loving Nudge

Cardinal Signs (Aries, Cancer, Libra, Capricorn): Choose one commitment to simplify. Let one plate stop spinning so the others can stabilize. (Jupiter’s station in Cancer spotlights emotional bandwidth.)
Fixed Signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius): Seek depth, not drama. Venus in Scorpio rewards honest tenderness and values-based spending.
Mutable Signs (Gemini, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces): Build buffers. Mercury retrograde loves a cushion of time, kindness, and humor.

Practical Grace: Micro-Moves for Real Life

Inbox Peace: Create a “Later” label and move non-urgent emails there. Return during a scheduled 20-minute block.
Kitchen Calm: Prep a simple pot of soup, Jupiter in Cancer celebrates nourishment that doesn’t require perfection.
Wallet Wisdom: Cancel one unused subscription; route that small win into a “joy jar.”
Connection Care: Send 3 texts: appreciation, apology, and cheer. All three heal different corners of the heart.
Home Reset: Clear one surface completely (nightstand works wonders). Place one meaningful object there; fresh flowers, a photo, your candle.

FAQ

Q: What does Mercury retrograde actually do?
A: It highlights review and repair. Expect slowdowns with plans, tech, and travel, not to punish, but to protect you from rushing past important details. Back up devices, build buffers, and choose curiosity over panic. (Begins Nov 9, 2025.)

Q: How can I work with Jupiter retrograde?
A: Grow inward. Nourish home, family rhythms, and emotional safety. Revisit budgets and boundaries; expansion follows when the foundations feel cared for. (Stations retrograde Nov 11, 2025.)

Q: Is this a good week to start something brand new?
A: Better to refine than launch. Use this week for edits, reconnections, and soft resets. If you must begin, keep it simple and reversible.

Q: What ritual pairs well with this energy?
A: A candle-lit review ritual: Release one pressure, reframe one belief, and re-affirm one supportive truth while your Cosmic Birthday Candle burns.

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