Your Leo Monthly Horoscope for September

From Cosmopolitan

Add these dates to your GCal:

  • September 2: Full Moon in Pisces

  • September 9: Mars Retrograde

  • September 17: New Moon in Virgo

  • September 22: Sun enters Libra


Are you still grieving the end of Leo season? Literally #same—it feels like it was only yesterday that the Sun was shining in your gorgeous regal sky. But just because your birthday is in the rearview mirror doesn’t mean the party’s over. There’s actually a ton of new, positive energy on the horizon. In fact, you may have just found yourself presented with an unexpected, exciting financial opportunity that has the potential to dramatically improve your monetary situation. Hell yes! The Full Moon in Pisces on September 2 will help you identify your quantitative and qualitative values, adjusting your frequency to attract only the finest (and most sustainable) abundance. Remember that avoidance is an obstruction, so if your current financial strategy is tossing your bills in the trash, you may want to explore a different system. Cash will always come and go…but cultivating a healthy relationship with your resources will last a lifetime!

Looking forward to September’s moola? Of course! But capital always comes at a cost and this month, it’s in the form of Mars Retrograde. On September 9, Mars (the planet associated with ambition, action, and determination) begins its eight-week backwards glide in Aries, a like-minded fire sign, activating the area of your chart associated with discovery and expansion. Maybe all these months in quarantine are finally taking a toll, but right now, you’re feeling ultra-claustrophobic and (in classic Leo fashion) you’re compensating for that discomfort by overloading your calendar. Be careful, lion love—you don’t want to bite off more than you can chew! Through November 13, Mars' backwards motion encourages you to slow your roll. Accept things have been weird and acknowledge the things you can and can’t change. The road may be bumpy, but there’s no reason to rush. Take your time and recognize that the journey is the destination.

On September 17, the Sun and Moon align and form a New Moon in Virgo. Under this sky, you’ll want to make sure that your boundaries are indestructible. With both of the luminaries occupying this practical earth sign, the energy may feel a bit intense, so don’t be surprised if your closest companions start asking for way too many favors…or maybe you’re the one looking for a handout. Whether you’re on the giving or receiving end of this equation, be sure to separate your possession from others’ belongings (both physical goods and emotional baggage). If you’re in arrears, this is an excellent time to make a dent in your debt. Alternatively, if you’re the one dispensing the dollars, make sure you have a clear idea of not just where you’re money’s going, but also how it’s being spent. You may not be able to see everything under the velvety darkness of the night sky, so be sure to ask a lot of questions to get the clarity you crave!

Finally, the month concludes with the beginning of a new astrological season. The Sun glides into Libra’s diplomatic sky on September 22. For you, Libra’s energy activates the area of your chart associated with friends, siblings, colleagues, and local community. No doubt your social life has transformed over the past twelve months (how could it not?!), but under this sky, you’ll be eager to strengthen your connections—which means more phone calls, Zoom hangs, and impromptu FaceTimes. Yes, you may need to be the one who reaches out…but who cares?! Put your pride aside: Right now, your ego is totally irrelevant!

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