Until November, Mars spotlights relationships. Half-hearted arrangements could become intolerable. If somebody's permanently sitting on the fence, decide how long you're prepared to stare at them sitting there. Couples may experience more friction too, so channel passion pleasurably, not confrontationally. Mercury also raises questions but you don't need every answer immediately. Deal with what's happening now instead of looking too far into the future.

A career goal or an ambition that once fired you up may feel flat. So, seize an opportunity to assess what kind of work you want to do, how recognition matters and what pursuing ambitions could cost you in other areas of your world. October is about rethinking what success means to you now compared to previously. If a path looks impressive but causes you to sacrifice other areas (such as connections with those closest to you) to pursue it, why are you still on it?