Balance, patience and the desire to shine like a diamond are the key themes of the week of October 9-15, 2023. Whether you prefer a leisurely pace or are a fast runner, you are called to do what This week is a given for you and even more.
This week’s I Ching hexagram is Heaven Above Heaven (No. 1). As a hexagram of creation, it challenges you to dig deep and touch your soul to unlock your true potential. Because of the bad messages of selfish people, we often put our love, energy and efforts into other people. Once you transform it into yourself, the pearls you discover will amaze you. Maybe you even understand why they say the pleasure lies in the journey and not the destination.
You may also benefit from doing self-esteem-boosting exercises this week. Of course, doing something brave, like giving a speech, trying something new, or having a heartfelt conversation, also falls into this category. So dig deep and don’t just focus on the superficial level of self-esteem. Let’s focus on the weekly horoscopes for each Chinese zodiac sign for October 9th to 15th.
Chinese Zodiac Weekly Horoscope for October 9th – 15th, 2023:
rat
(1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020)
General overview:
Rat, beware of hubris this week. Some of you may have yes men or women around you who love to give false praise in the hopes that you will let your guard down and tell them your secrets. It will do you good to seek the advice of your wisest friends and well-wishers this week.
Lucky day in love: October 11th
If you want true love, you cannot allow fake love to take that precious place in your life. You are encouraged to pay attention to the warning signs this week and write down your feelings about the person you have a crush on or are in a relationship with.
Lucky day in friendship: October 13th
Don’t be upset if your friends don’t have time to connect with you this week. Switch to introverted mode and stop solitary pleasures like playing video games, reading books, watching your favorite rom-coms or scary movies.
Lucky day for career: October 9th
Your work life may be hectic this week, but a little bout of slowness could make you impatient. Persevere and don’t slow down or get discouraged. The universe is currently testing your courage.
Ox
(1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021)
General overview:
Life is picking up speed for you during this time, Ox. Don’t slow down. You have what it takes to cross the finish line with your head held high. Some of you may be afraid of affecting your sense of stability, but that is because you are between one stage of life and another. This too shall pass.
Lucky day in love: October 9th
This week’s energy is great for entertaining your friends in the company of your significant other or making plans that will bring your crush closer to you. Let your creative side run wild. Halloween is an excellent conversation starter at this time.
Lucky day in friendship: October 9th
This week, white lies and black lies are the same for your relationships. Be honest; The energy will bless you with deep bonds and companionship with those you care about. Do the opposite, even if you think you are right and there will be a problem in the future.
Lucky day for career: October 15th
Some of you will benefit from working with clear quartz crystal during this time to help you find clarity about your work life and your path forward. Meditate with this intention and you will soon have your answers, or at least an instruction to give you the answers.
tiger
(1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
General overview:
Tiger, the universe is offering you a blank slate this week to do whatever you desire. Do you want to advance your career and ambitions? Or do you want your love life to thrive? Choose a focus and resolve to direct your blessings in that direction. Don’t push yourself too far at this point.
Lucky day in love: October 12th
Don’t hold on to the wrong person if you want a good love life. The universe has your back, but it cannot help you if you choose not to help yourself. Watch out for the red and green flags!
Lucky day in friendship: October 13th
Your friendships are about to be tested. The right people will advocate for you. The wrong people won’t support you. Oddly enough, some of you this week may hear a hard truth that will soon benefit you, especially for your career.
Lucky day for career: October 12th
The energy around your work life this week is good, but not exceptional. Keep your to-do lists in order and you won’t have any problems. This is one of those relaxing weeks for you.
Rabbits
(1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023)
General overview:
Rabbit, you are being asked to be more careful with your spending this week, especially if a large family and friend group needs gifts this Christmas. The next few months will either set the right tone for you for 2024 or rock the boat. You can do that!
Lucky day in love: October 14th and 15th
The energy of love is crucial for you this week. If you set your heart on something, it will come true. Use this energy for your manifestation rituals! You can even bring home a small plant to represent the love you want to nurture.
Lucky day in friendship: October 13th
Your life may be hectic this week, but you are asked to make time for your loved ones and friends. Good relationships are valuable. Don’t let anyone ride on your back while you do the hard work for them.
Lucky day for career: October 9th
“Keep your friends close and your enemies closer” is the mantra of the week. This will be relevant to your work life this week, especially if you are fighting for a promotion.
Dragons
(1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012)
General overview:
Dragon, keep your own advice this week. Otherwise, you could end up going down the wrong path, especially if you are young and intuitively understand how the world is changing around you, be it in technology or otherwise. Some of you are about to be the first wave in a new 21st century job.
Lucky day in love: October 9th
The more loving you are toward those you care about, be it your significant other, your children, or your family, the more you will benefit from the beautiful energy that is here for you this week. You can even go to the amusement park or a fair with your loved ones to deepen your bonds.
Lucky day in friendship: October 10th
“Listen more than you speak” is your mantra in your community engagements this week. Valuable lessons and gems of wisdom await you.
Lucky day for career: October 11th
Blue, green and purple bring good luck for your career this week. You can incorporate them into your life through your outfits, the stationery you use, or even your desktop background.
Snake
(1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013)
General overview:
Snake, your week’s life has an “eat, pray, love” feel to it. You may benefit from attending a meditation retreat or a group yoga retreat. Purple Amethyst is also highlighted as a powerful stone for you this week.
Lucky day in love: October 13th
The energy for your love life is very future-oriented during this time. Avoid short-term romances and look for people who truly want a long-term relationship and are willing to invest their time and energy in such an endeavor.
Lucky day in friendship: October 14th
If you have lost a friend to the other side (death), take some time this week to write them a letter and express your heartfelt feelings. You will feel light afterward and your sadness will also subside. Trust that they will hear what you have to say.
Lucky day for career: October 9th
If you start a new job this week, the energy is really good in that regard. Others are asked to record their feelings about their work life. Are you happy? Why? Why not?
Horse
(1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014)
General overview:
This week’s energy is perfect for you, Horse. Fate has chosen you as its champion. Are you ready to step into the spotlight and let fate give you its treasures?
Lucky day in love: October 9th
Whether you are single or in a relationship, your love life is truly blessed. Continue to show yourself love and then use that good energy to interact with others and you will attract even more positive things and people your way.
Lucky day in friendship: October 15th
If you feel called, this week it’s time for you to meet up with friends you haven’t spoken to in a long time. Nostalgia can be powerful. Wisdom can also be learned from each other’s paths in life.
Lucky day for career: October 14th
The energy of your career is also good now. Keep your head up and you will continue to achieve positive results. Don’t let anyone underpay your debt.
Goat
(1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015)
General overview:
Goat, don’t be surprised if people, circumstances, or memories from the past come back into your life this week. There is an eerie feeling associated with it that has nothing to do with the spooky season. You are called to partner with those who lift your soul and move away from those who do not.
Lucky day in love: October 13th and 14th
Some of you have a bad habit of doing too much for your significant other and not allowing them to show you love by being there for you. This will attract the wrong kind of partner in your own way. So be careful!
Lucky day in friendship: October 15th
If you have ever been friends with someone and become lovers or vice versa, you are asked to focus on what you have learned through these experiences. True treasures await those willing to consider it.
Lucky day for career: October 15th
Your work life might be very slow and relaxed this week, and that’s okay! Take time to pursue your hobbies or social engagements.
Ape
(1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016)
General overview:
This week’s energy requires you to bet on yourself, Monkey. You are just a step away from changing your circumstances and habits. The universe is waiting to help you. All you have to do is ask.
Lucky day in love: October 15th
Some of you will benefit from writing down your thoughts about your love life this week. Look at all sides of the story and don’t let anyone poison you about your significant other. Find out the truth for yourself.
Lucky day in friendship: October 9th
Your friends will bring you great joy this week, especially if you all plan something special for Halloween or have a group outfit that makes you laugh every time you think about it.
Lucky day for career: October 9th
Sometimes it’s better to go slower in your career than to bite off more than you can chew. You are asked to focus on this dichotomy this week to help your life going forward.
Faucet
(1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017)
General overview:
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Rooster, the energy you have this week is lucky, especially regarding personal finance and wealth or real estate. When you start a family or buy baby products, your path to wherever you go is clear. Look out for great discounts this week too!
Lucky day in love: October 9th
The energy for your love life is appropriate this week. If you go on a vacation or tour with your significant other, you will have an extraordinary time together. Food also brings you and your love together.
Lucky day in friendship: October 10th and 11th
You are asked to record your thoughts and feelings about friendships this week. It can even be a creative stimulus for those of you who are creative. Think about peer pressure and how it has affected you in the past so that you can do better in the future.
Lucky day for career: October 15th
The energy in your work life is balanced this week, with periods of hard work and rest ahead. Stay calm and you will be fine.
Dog
(1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018)
General overview:
Dog, this week’s energy for you is heavily focused on peer pressure. You are on the verge of achieving something important in your life, be it internally or externally. It will be beneficial for you to seek advice at this time.
Lucky day in love: October 13th
If you are single, this week’s energy is good for attracting true love to your doorstep. For a powerful effect, you can use pyrite and chrysocolla in your rituals. Sage will also help purify energy and attract only positive forces.
Lucky day in friendship: October 12th
Pay attention to your intuition during social interactions this week, especially if someone is known for spreading gossip or saying mean things about others. If you have children under your care, try to keep them away from these people as well.
Lucky day for career: October 15th
The path forward in your career changes and is not set in stone. You can write down any fate you want for yourself. You just have to believe in your abilities and your ability to learn.
Pig
(1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019)
General overview:
Pig, take some time for self-care and relaxation this week. Some of you are on the verge of burnout because of workaholism. Think like a marathon runner. You will cover more distances than ever before.
Lucky day in love: October 9th
The red thread of fate has tied your soul to another. Some of you have found this person, some of you have not. Do not worry. Everything will happen in divine timing. Just continue to live a meaningful life and everything will fall into place when it is meant to.
Lucky day in friendship: October 9th
This week’s energy is really good for journaling about life and the meaning you give to your little part of the universe. Nobody is ever too big or too small. Thinking along these lines can help you boost your self-esteem and eliminate negative conditioning that blocks your success.
Lucky day for career: October 11th
If you’re unhappy with a certain aspect of your career, ask yourself if you’re truly unhappy or if comparing yourself to social media influencers and the Joneses is making you feel that way. Don’t shove it under the rug if there is a real reason for your unhappiness. Write down your feelings to gain more clarity. Meditation can also help you during this time.
Valeria Black is a tarot card reader, astrologer, and YouTuber with expertise in spells, runes, and all things magic. She writes about astrology, tarot and spirituality.