Your September Tarotscope Will Help You Let Go of What’s Weighing You Down

By Meghan Rose

Welcome to September’s tarotscopes! This month, the most major day is September 10, a day when we have a new moon in Virgo, Uranus retrograde in Gemini begins, and we also have Venus entering Scorpio – all in one day! Then, on September 16, Juno (the asteroid of love, longevity in relationships, and marriage) stations direct in Capricorn, ending its retrograde period. This is a deep, intentional period on multiple fronts. Stay focused on who and what truly matters to you, and act accordingly.

On September 17, Chiron retrogrades into fiery Aries, waking up our wounds around independence, freedom, and forging our own path. Then, Libra season begins on September 22, relieving us from the critical and analytical nature of Virgo season, but also pushing us into some indecisive and codependent energy. Stay focused on building a life of harmony and balance without losing sight of yourself and your needs in the process. On September 26, a full moon in Aries arrives and shines light on the parts of our life that bring us power, as well as the places, people, and things that hold us back from tapping fully into it. Open your eyes to what needs a “refresh” (or a totally new beginning altogether) at this time.

Now let’s get into the fun stuff! Read the tarot message that was pulled for you below. Check your rising sign first, and then read for your sun sign after! Let your tarotscopes for September help you navigate the month ahead with clarity and confidence:

Aries & Aries Rising: Seven of Cups

There are several options presenting themselves to you in September, and it’s important that you listen to both your gut and your heart before all else. There is no one else on this planet who knows what’s best for you better than you do. Instead of worrying about judgment, rejection, or mistakes, you must think about the best possible outcome and trust that you are being guided in the right direction. Your inner knowing might not make logical sense to you, or to anyone else, but we cannot fix all problems in this lifetime with logic. Instead, lean on the people you trust, your own intuition, and blind faith in a better future. All the blessings you deserve and desire are on their way to you around the Aries full moon on September 26, if only you can make a confident decision and move forward.

Taurus & Taurus Rising: King of Cups

After the hard inner work you did in August, your tarot message is showing up to tell you that you’ve passed the test and positive things are coming your way in September. The King of Cups can represent feeling emotionally fulfilled and joyous, but it can also represent a loving, attentive person entering your life. Relationships are going to be the main focus for you this month, and it’s important for you to do one thing: spend your time and energy with people who make you feel fulfilled, and cut contact or set strict boundaries with those who are draining your energy. When Juno stations direct in Capricorn on September 16, you will gain clarity and a sense of inner knowing about what (and who) you want to commit to long-term. Trust yourself, your body, and your heart. It’s all about listening to your intuition in September to gain access to the life you want!

Gemini & Gemini Rising: Five of Pentacles

Feelings of “not enough-ness” may arise throughout September. This isn’t meant to punish you or tell you you’re doing something wrong. Sometimes, we have to hit a corner in the maze of life to pivot and move down a new corridor, closer to the end. Take this month as a recalibration. A chance to finally align with the type of people, opportunities, and spaces that actually make you feel healthy and whole. Rather than running on fumes, September 10 will hold the key to a new life path for you. With the new moon in Virgo, Uranus retrograde in Gemini, and Venus entering Scorpio all falling on this day, be ready to be transformed inside first before your outsides reflect all of that positive change!

Cancer & Cancer Rising: Ace of Swords

There is power in your ability to stand up for yourself this month. Instead of trying so hard to help other people or “go with the flow,” September is going to reward you for a sharp tongue and strong boundaries. You will see around the full moon in Aries on September 26 that the world was simply waiting to see what you wanted, what you don’t want, and what you were willing to put up with. If you are unwilling to keep things going as they are, you must disrupt the loop and break the pattern. Even if it’s hard. Even if it feels weird. You must honor what you want now more than ever and use your words and boundaries as a guide to the universe on what to send you next. There may be a contract being signed, a new job that you start, or a relationship that changes direction based on your words. Remember: You are powerful, and so are your words and choices!

Leo & Leo Rising: Queen of Wands

You are starting to step into a life that you feel confident in, which is not to say you’ve struggled with confidence in yourself! This is more about looking around at the home, people, and opportunities you’ve built and finally realizing that you’re living a past version of your dream life… right now. It doesn’t need to be perfect in order to be aligned. Instead, when the Aries full moon arrives on September 26, you’ll realize that when you’re grateful and content, more things flow to you with ease. A big win is headed your way, and it gets to you most quickly when you’re in a vibration of gratitude. If negative people around you are trying to pull you down, it’s time to protect your peace and move toward the ones who champion your joy rather than drag you down. Be cautious of who wants to see you happy, and who’s misery loves company.

Virgo & Virgo Rising: Nine of Cups

Clearing out so much in August has left you with a blank slate to enjoy September with, and it looks like joy and bliss are interwoven throughout the month for you. You are being blessed with happiness, celebration, ease, and opportunities this month. This will be especially potent around September 10 when we have a new moon, Venus in Scorpio, and Uranus retrograde all arriving on the same day. Instead of thinking, “this is too much,” imagine it as a birthday party with many guests who love and care for you arriving at the same time! Think positively this month, and watch the way that the world shifts to meet you there. This doesn’t mean you have to negate the past, or real, raw things that arise. But it is to say that the foundation for life going forward is allowed to be a beautiful and happy one that you can stand strong and tall on. A sunshiny escape may arrive for you, too. Be willing to say yes!

Libra & Libra Rising: Knight of Pentacles

Slow and steady wins the race! Instead of getting down about things that feel like they’re not working, imagine that things just need a bit of extra time to unfold. The way that a rose looks when its petals are half-way opened looks very differently than one that has fully blossomed open. Your life is in transition, but if you keep thinking everything needs to be perfect for you to be happy, you will spend a lot of time unnecessarily miserable. Feel through your feelings, especially around September 17, when Chiron retrograde enters Aries. Your relationships might hurt a lot right now, but if you always choose codependence over something truly healthy, you’ll keep feeling the way you do now. Learn to stand on your own (happily), and standing together (eventually) will feel even better, because it will be sustainable.

Scorpio & Scorpio Rising: Ten of Wands

You are putting down a very heavy (and long-held) burden this month. With new people and routines in your life, you are now working out how to feel comfortable and confident in this chapter. You cannot bring the judgments, fears, and habits from your past with you into this new chapter of your life. You must be willing to shed this old skin and let go of what used to help you but now only hurts you and is too heavy to carry. This will become most obvious around September 10 when Venus enters Scorpio and encourages you to live a more magnetic, genuine, and honest life. What (or who) are you ready to leave behind in September?

Sagittarius & Sagittarius Rising: Queen of Pentacles

You are being blessed in September with people and experiences that want to help you live a more abundant and fruitful life. Instead of thinking you always have to struggle, do everything alone, or that life is just a list of “have to do” items, you can embrace a life of ease and joy… but first you must believe in it. When Chiron retrograde enters Aries on September 17, you will be lit up by old wounds and memories that made you feel like you were not worthy of love and support. Instead, wake up to how much love you already have and let it multiply! The more you open the door to your heart, the more love that can flow in.

Capricorn & Capricorn Rising: The Tower

Life as you know it is ending so that life as you’ve wished can begin. You might be faced with something that looks good on the surface but stirs up deep fears inside of you. This will be especially prominent around September 16 when Juno stations direct in Capricorn. You are being called to commit to people and experiences that bring you joy and blessings for a long time rather than quick dopamine hits for just a good time. Let go of thinking that life was like “whack-a-mole” where you were just putting out fires and dealing with drama. Now is the time for rest, bliss, ease, and true love that actually sustains you. You deserve this. Own it. Believe it. It’s here.

Aquarius & Aquarius Rising: Four of Pentacles

This is a month full of comparison, and you need to sit with WHY that’s coming up for you. Instead of projecting, pointing fingers, or looking at someone else’s accomplishments, this is a month to test yourself with responding rather than reacting. Watch what and who brings up the most insecurity for you, especially around the time of Chiron retrograde shifting back into Aries on September 17. You are your own person, with your own timeline. Maybe it’s time to remind others of that simply by living with less rushing and more relaxing. You and the people around you both need that now. Take your foot off the gas and enjoy where you are rather than wanting to get ahead. Rather than feeling scarce with your time, money, and energy, be abundant through feeling present and grateful. You’ve got this.

Pisces & Pisces Rising: Knight of Cups

There is an offer to move your life forward with love, joy, and pleasure this month that will utterly change the trajectory of your future. You are not required to commit to anything or anyone that doesn’t feel right, but know that help and healing are here to support you if you’re open to it. There are people in your life that love you more than your heart has been capable of accepting. So instead of feeling like you have to say yes to 100%, maybe take baby steps with someone who’s willing to hold your hand through the hard times. Look around at who has never left. Look around at who has supported your growth. These people deserve to have their hands held back. That is, if you feel ready to jump into a chapter of true vulnerability… Let it be uncomfortable. Love doesn’t always feel good right away when you’ve only known pain. But it will start to feel familiar over time.

Meghan Rose is a writer and astrologer based in Rome. In addition to her monthly column for Glamour, she’s also the author of the popular Star-Crossed newsletter and host of the Star-Crossed podcast. With over a decade of experience, celebrity clientele, and “eerily accurate” insights, she aims to bridge the gap between the magical and the material with a grounded, authentic approach. Learn more about Meghan on her website themeghanrose.com and be sure to follow her on Tiktok, Instagram, and Substack.