This month, the stars are inviting you to pause and realign. November opens with the energy of knowing — a reminder that not every move requires motion. As Mercury’s retrograde cycle begins, the universe challenges you to balance intuition with intention, listening before acting. The magic lies in marrying inner wisdom with strategic follow-through.
November: Balanced Flow
Sun signs – Scorpio & Sagittarius
Seasonal Energies: Origin of Potential with Samhain on the 1st
Energetic Element: Earth
Overall meaning: You have the opportunity to take a step off of the crazy train that’s been in G-force since July. A much-needed rest is your reward if you want one. If that’s unnecessary, you can produce original, brilliant creations and launch them to your audience. This isn’t a wide-sweeping, big lift in impact, instead it’s a great time to fortify your connections with your people. Think deepening, gathering and strengthening bonds. Wisdom can be shared in small groups to construct a scaffolding for your customer journey.
You can also listen to this month’s episode of The Strategic Oracle Podcast, where I share insights on November’s astrology theme: knowing meets strategy—and how to align your intuition with intentional action.
Season of Potential
Seasonal Meaning of Potential
For the intuitive ones, the start of the Wiccan New Year is here, when the feminine energy shines and the masculine sleeps. The Goddess comes with her mysterious power of creation and gifts her magical spiral. The ‘winter’ of Scorpio, Sagittarius, and Capricorn gift a reverence for the ancient, spiritual and profound. It’s an exploration of what lies beneath and is a time of full potential.
For the business-minded, the end of the year disrupts the usual quarterly rhythms with some companies looking to reduce their tax burdens and others wanting to slow activities down due to holiday time and strategizing efforts for the new year. It’s a mixed bag, with companies currently on your pipeline falling off and others hopping on. It’s best to stay flex in the shifts.
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November Big Star events:
- 11/8 Uranus Rx reenters Taurus
- 11/9 – 29 Mercury retrograde
- 11/11 Jupiter retrograde
- 11/20 Uranus sextile Neptune
- 11/21 Ceres direct
- 11/27 Saturn direct
November 9 – 29 Mercury Retrograde: Sagittarius 6° – Scorpio 20°
Get ready for travel delays, communication snafus and technological havoc. Mercury is up to his tricks again. This month, exaggeration, glossing over details and being loose with the truth are also ways that Mercury triggers you from November 9 – 29. Mercury begins his nonsense in Sagittarius, making this fiery sign sparky and unreliable. Trip plans, scheduled events and cultural norms take a left turn. You’ll have whiplash with the changes.
After 10 days, Mercury then steps back into Scorpio, dragging the fire into the depths. Any misunderstandings or misconceptions are intensified. If you’re having problems with people, finance, or intimacy, this is a time you can roll up your sleeves and dive into resolution. However, be aware, everything will come to the surface. Be prepared for things to get worse before they get better.
How will you best deal with this energy? It depends on what’s happening for you prior to this retrograde period.
If you’ve lost your footing during this incredibly fast-paced season, you want to take advantage of these 3 weeks. Plan on diving into your business operations, reviewing your systems, and setting up your calendar to support your goals. Review your analytics and set up regular reporting. On the personal side, spend time with family and friends and let them know how much you appreciate them.
If you haven’t quite gotten up to speed and haven’t gained ground in the last handful of months, it’s time for a review and a change. The universe is telling you to shift your trajectory. It’s time. November is great for planning, not for launching anything new.
Exact dates:
- November 9: Mercury retrogrades at Sagittarius 6°
- November 19: Mercury enters Scorpio
- November 29: Mercury stations direct at Scorpio 20°
- December 16: Mercury gets back to the original placement Sagittarius 6°
One more note: You’ve forgotten to follow through with someone, who you’ve deemed to be smaller or less influential than you. This isn’t actually the case, it’s just your misperception. In reality? This person can really help you. Pause. Reflect. Shift your lens. See who or what presents and then ponder how your current situation can be improved with this additional support.
Uranus & Neptune: Quest for Freedom
Gemini Uranus sextile Aries Neptune @ 1.26°
August 28 at 8:08 pm ET
Taurus Uranus sextile Pisces Neptune @ 29°
November 20 at 2:39 pm ET
The Uranus and Neptune cycle occurs every 165 years and this one began in 1993, making this angle the first meeting between these two planets in the last 30 years. There are 5 times these two planets stimulate each other exactly between 2025 – 2027. This is the second time this year.
The exact dates of this waxing sextile cycle are:
- Uranus conjunct Neptune in 1993 to launch this cycle
- Waxing sextile in 2025 on August 28 & November 20, 2025
- Waxing sextile in 2026 on July 25, 2026
- Waxing sextile in 2027 on January 15 & June 6, 2027
- Waxing square 5 times between October 2039 – July 2041
In this 5-time-sextile-cycle between 2025 – 2027, the world gets its first opening of this energy since 1993. This calls you back to the early 1990’s and reminds you of the cultural shifts that were happening. Also, if you’re of age, remember what started for you in 1993. Can you recall what was happening for you then? If so, this year may revisit or stimulate an opening that began in the early 90’s.
In 2025, Gemini Uranus and Aries Neptune spark a spiritual awakening with a massive shock due to the dissolution of every structure that has the possibility of creating mass confusion and delusion. This susceptibility of the masses can make people fall prey to crazy ideas, hysteria, and false gurus.
Yet, there’s a positive side. Through this quest for freedom, people also become concerned about the future of humanity with a philosophy of unity. There’s a free-spirited, innovative and freedom-seeking nature to these planets. Science, art, psychology and justice for political, cultural and environmental change become the norm.
Personally, the key with these stars is to link a clear mind to an open heart and take action based on a deeper level of understanding. Uranus and Neptune want the soul to lead, bringing a surge in creativity, intuitive genius and psychic inklings.
The last time these two planets were sextile occurred due to its prior cycle that began in 1821 and the waning parts of the cycle are less energized than the waxing ones. Think New to Full Moon phase for manifestation versus the Full to New Moon phase for realizing and creating space.
Last time waning square 5 times from July 1954 through May 1956
Last time waning sextile from prior cycle September 1966 through May 1968
In the 1950’s Uranus was in the sign of Cancer and Neptune was in Libra. Most of you reading this guide won’t recall how the energies impacted you personally, however in the world, the mid-1950’s were about Rosa Parks and civil rights, Warsaw Pact re: Cold War, Vietnam War and the debut of McDonald’s and Disneyland.
In the 1960’s Uranus was in Virgo and Neptune was in Scorpio. The late 1960’s brought social unrest due to the hottest summer riots in 1967, Civil Rights Act, assassinations of Martin Luther King, Jr and Robert Kennedy and Mr. Rogers Neighborhood.
The Timing: Week by Week
Week 1: November 1 – 9
This month wobbles into itself this first week. Emotions are high, difficulties arise and your mind grapples with uncertainty. Things you’ve set up, break down. Relationships you’ve cultivated fall away. Investments you’ve made seem to stall. How annoying.
The week also holds the biggest Super Moon of the year, causing everything to be felt more acutely. Your best bet? Ride these energies. Let things go. Rest, rejuvenate, relax (well, that may be asking too much). Yet, every effort you make this week is going to place a shovel in the dirt certainly, but if you’re striving for new – launches, projects, connections, product or service lines – NO, just no.
Work has to be done, so you will get things done – slowly, repeatedly and with lots of over-communication. If you’re dealing with people, services, situations that are already in your business – just take your time and stay as patient as possible. You won’t go backward unless you exhaust yourself. Bottom line: don’t take yourself too seriously this week.
Week 2: November 10 – 16
What actions are you going to double down on this week? You’re wanting movement and can’t believe that all of your actions haven’t created momentum yet. It’s frustrating. Even the most intentional people aren’t seeing the result they typically do. It’s been a few weeks now and enough is enough. This week thoughts become things, so dream big and set your strategy for 2026 if you haven’t already. Simple tweaks and fine-tuning go a long way to setting you up for the opportunities and expansion in 2026.
Week 3: November 17 – 23
There is so much cosmic activity, we’re going to unpack it in sections. Before the New Moon, there’s a build-up that’s filled with portent. You’re waiting for the other shoe to drop. On the world stage, there’s a galactic size closet of shoes, so this isn’t that. This is personal to you. You have certain goals and desires and you’re waiting for all of your effort to pay off.
Change is in the air and you may not be quite ready to embrace it with open arms. You’re skeptical because it’s not what or how you expected. It is good news, however, especially with investments that are finally paying off. You’ve put in the work, taken the risk and now the return is presenting itself to you. Remember, your expectations aren’t going to line up. The universe doesn’t follow your mind’s expectations, it follows your heart’s will.
Week 4: November 24 – 30
What a week of uplift and change. Just when you thought things were stagnant or moving in the wrong direction, a boost of power, opportunity or support presents itself. You feel the shift and wonder whether it’s too good to be true. It’s not. You’ve earned it. This is your week for luck to come your way. You find the right words, you connect with the right person or you get a connection that opens doors for you. Yes, Mercury is retrograde for most of this week, so these aren’t totally new and different people or situations. They tie back to seeds you planted months ago (and you may have forgotten you planted them.)
Intuitive Tools for November
Divination Tool for Your Mind
Oracle cards can help you move your mind from running amuck to slowing down, so you can begin to develop your intuition to communicate with your soul.
The oracle cards bring insight into what’s coming for the month. They give your mind something to focus on and remember as you go through the days and weeks. You can ponder the card or go into the guidance in the book when you need more than mental reminders.
Earthly Tools for Your Heart
The earthly kingdoms help you shift your vibration through their power and move your energy from your mind into your heart. The animal kingdom helps you get things done, the crystals help you realize your intentions by adding their energy to yours
The power of animal and crystal energy are easy to employ to help you create the success and satisfaction you desire. Spirit animals are always willing to assist. Simply call on the animal to bring their power into focus and ponder the animal meaning. When you’re facing issues, the animal energy can help navigate through or around them.
For crystals, grab the crystal and put it on your desk, purse or kitchen table. The crystal can be activated through your intentional goals or your dreams or wishes. The crystal holds this intention for you for the entire month. Crystals can also support your ability to release blocks so you can clear your pathway. When you want to align with your success and this month’s stone helps you do that.
Flower essences are gentle, yet incredibly powerful to help your emotional body. They smooth out thoughts and emotions as they help you align with your soul. I adore flower essences because they represent their mature growth in nature to give you their healing properties without having to leave your home or office.
To take flower essences, simply put 3 drops into water 3 times a day and feel the gentle support for your body and emotions.
Oracle Card: #27 – Knowing
November is always a time of knowing and the oracle has spoken. Tap into your instincts, follow your inner wisdom and trust your intuition.
The first steps involve observation. Notice what’s happening when you set intention or purposefully pursue an action. Tap into your energy and feel your alignment or misalignment. Be aware.
Next, take a beat when making a decision or putting your energy and resources into an action. Be discerning. Does this support your vision, intention or goals? Will it help you become a better version of yourself? What would be required to propel you to the next level?
In other words, quiet your mind and listen to your inner voice. Use your inner knowledge to guide your decisions, make smart choices, and discern your best course of action.
Explore the Intuition Oracle Cards to connect more deeply with your intuition and inner guidance.
Spirit Animal: Owl
The owl is a mysterious creature and perfect for the moody month of November. The yin energy sets the tone for this bird of prey, who sees clearly at night and makes itself known only when it chooses. When owl shows itself in the oracle, the message is wisdom and alchemy. This animal medicine opens your intuitive gifts and helps you see, hear or know more without using your eyes. Owl wants you to rely on your extraordinary senses.
Also, owl gets exactly when he wants. He lies in wait and then quickly attacks its prey, snatching with its sharp talons. What are you lying in wait for? How can you use this focused patience to know when to make your move?
Call on owl when you want to uncover hidden talents and qualities. You want to see the truth beneath the surface.
Crystal: Jade
Jade is a heart stone and is one of the sacred crystals used by the ancients. It symbolizes purity and peace with its soft essence and clear energy. Jade also attracts good luck and fortune by increasing the value of what it imbues. This is the best stone for November because your mind isn’t going to love the lack of forward motion of this month, but your heart is going to love it.
Jade is a heart stone. It speaks with patience and maturity, knowing what lies beneath the surface. With its green essence, the heart opens and love pours in, healing with gratitude while bestowing a forgiving energy.
Jade is soft, yet strong. Call on this crystal in times of misunderstanding or doubt (hello Mercury retrograde).
Flower Essence: Scleranthus
Note the variegated blooms on this plant and you realize the varying options. Scleranthus shows up when you’re dithering in indecision. You’re conflicted and pull away, hiding from making a choice. This creates chaos, confusion and can paralyze you into a brain swirl. When you find yourself in this mode, reach for this flower essence to stop the spiral.
Your mind eases and your emotions soothe giving you moments of peace, even without making any clear decisions or following any guidance in direction. This easing gives you the pause to reset and take a step back to review what’s really happening.
Once you allow your energy to meet the appropriate action, you move from inner conflict to inner peace. You feel more aligned, letting you get back on track.
Intuitive Success Signature Tips
To discover your Signature Map, you can follow this link and answer the questions. Answer with your heart and soul, not your mind. Let your intuition guide you. Here’s the link.
Leaning into the tips for the Season of Potential requires little tweaking. November, with its Mercury retrograde from Sagittarius into Scorpio, invites internal reflection combined with external exploration. This is a time of experimentation, making this month’s moody cosmic medicine fun and fulfilling.
💎 Wise Strategist: This isn’t your favorite time other than using the season to position your strategic direction. You readily embrace the strategy setting, but the yin influence benefits you when you open up to possibility. Take moments throughout the month to reflect and journal your innermost thoughts and deepest desires. Let these guide your strategy, as much as your targets, schedules and objectives, for the upcoming year. 2026 will be better when you open up to more opportunity.
🔮 Intuitive Visionary: Use the thin veil between the worlds at the beginning of the month to explore your soul voice and find your inner compass. Connect to your intuition and ask for guidance on your best energy, theme, word and intentions for 2026. Let your inner voice and creative wisdom dictate how to fulfill your highest potential.
🌎 Collaborative Explorer: Know your trajectory starts with you. Use the element of earth to stabilize your footing to set your strategy by reviewing how you’ve tracked against your goals. See where you’ve come strongly ahead and look where you haven’t attained them. Select those that truly matter to you to set your strategy for the coming year.
💥 Ruling Warrior: You love this time of year because you get to review where you stand. Look at your baseline for revenues, expenses and profits as well as your schedule to determine how to set your strategy for the next year. Remember to fold your resources, energy and passions into your plans.
🎨 Creative Superstar: Take the extra time available to be creative with the magical energies and holiday schedules. Relish these open-hearted and intuitively guided and soul purposed influences. Let your imagination run wild. Dream your biggest dreams, embrace your greatest desires and pursue your deepest passions. Gather your reflections and use them to create the best version of yourself in the coming year.
💖 Loving Alchemist: This is your favorite time. Take moments to commune with yourself. Seriously craft a schedule through the month to carve out time to reflect, to journal and to savor your heart and soul. Contemplate, ponder, marinate your value, power and version of success. If you want to get even more out of November, dive deeply into your darkest places to discover hidden treasure.
Bottom Line
Everything lies within you. You are the key to your wealth and impact. Let the stars support your remembering to unveil the best and brightest version of you.
Additional Resources
Want to explore this month’s energy even more deeply? These resources will help you align your knowing with intentional action all month long.
The Strategic Oracle Podcast – November Episode — Listen in as I share how knowing meets strategy and how to work with this energy through the month.
LinkedIn Newsletter — Get intuitive insights and monthly forecasts delivered straight to your feed.
The Edge Magazine Feature — Read my latest articles on energy, intuition, and business alignment.
Know your Intuitive Success Signature? Email outreach@kimwoods.com to discover your archetype and join 20,000+ who are leading through intuition and purpose.
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Cheers to you.
Happy November,
Kim
