October 2026 | Tarotscopes
Welcome to spooky season, babes.
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Nine of Cups
It’s time to get bratty, girlies. Time to be a princess. This may sound like silly, frivolous advice. But I don’t mean it that way. The Nine of Cups asks you, “What are you entitled to? What have you worked to achieve? Are you feeling rewarded? If not, it’s time to say and do something about it.” You know your assignment!
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Three of Wands, Reverse + Seven of Pentacles, Reverse (Bonus)
Aries, you’ve been going through it. You’ve been reviewing what works, what doesn’t serve, what needs to be shifted, etc. I hate to say this to you, but you may need to hang in there and keep revising your war plans. It’s not that you lack strategy–it is simply that you are being asked to balance a lot of moving parts all at the same time. Catch your breath where and how you can. Don’t forget why you started, and center yourself. Just because it’s a lot doesn’t mean it can’t be done–and it doesn’t mean that you are not capable of being at the helm of all of it. Don’t lose your cool (or temper). What will help right now is having a strong sense of conviction and direction.
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Eight of Wands
You’re high-flying this month, Taurus! It looks like things are working for you on the fast track. Trust that this is 1) true and meant to happen and 2) you will keep building momentum. Sometimes, we want to stop and pinch ourselves just to make sure we’re not in a dream. You’re not. Whatever you’ve earned is yours to keep. Take the time you need to savor it, but not to question it. Victory is yours!
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The High Priestess, Reverse
Gemini, where have you been ignoring your gut? The High Priestess is known for her great intuition. Usually, as an air sign, you are also known for this sixth sense. But this card leads me to believe that you’ve been in denial about something. Or you haven’t said something out loud that needs to be named. I want to encourage you to share your truth and light with others. The world needs you. Don’t be afraid to rock the boat or to challenge the status quo. Allow yourself to mature through this and remember what Glennon Doyle says: We can do hard things.
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Eight of Cups
My dears, you’ve had a bit of a rollercoaster year (at least based on what we’ve drawn in the last couple of months). As we approach the end of this year, it’s time for you to really reflect on what you have learned and what (as well as who) should remain in your life. In other words, what sticks, what doesn’t, what needs to be removed. It’s time for you to extricate yourself and to also move on too. You are like a mermaid who’s been coasting by the shore for too long. Return to your deep waters and caverns. Spirit has channeled a message for me to give you to: whatever you’ve been waiting for isn’t going to show up (at least not right now). It’s time to make peace with it, to not force things and to choose another direction. The energy of this reading reminds me a lot of another tarot card: The Hermit. Go inward. Honor your light even if others cannot appreciate it the way you need them to.
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The Lovers + King of Pentacles, Reverse (Bonus)
Leo, I like this for you! It looks like you’ve earned some good love and balance in your life, whether that is romantic, platonic or even self-inspired love. Embrace this season of warmth and tenderness. Spirit is telling me that I also need to tell you this: slowing down is not a risk or a danger for you right now. Take a breath and a catnap. You deserve it! (I will also name that I am reading from my Cat Tarot deck, so this message feels very fitting, because we actually see two cats napping together while cozying up to one another). I wish a soft life upon you.
When it comes to the King of Pentacles in reverse, I want to encourage you to not have a scarcity mindset, or an overly stubborn disposition. You already have so much in hand, and so much going for you. Have faith that you can keep things in your midst, even if your grip is no longer as tight as it used to be.
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Queen of Swords, Reverse
Virgo, what is going on? Your cards have been sharp-edged lately. I think you’ve had to send some strong warning signs out to the world. My question to you is: have you become overly defensive? Or is this warranted? Only you will know the answer to that. Even if it is clear that you needed to draw new boundaries, I want to warn you about one thing. The Queen of Swords (especially in the reverse position) is notorious for being too cold and chilly; she can come off overly calculative and cerebral, with little room to negotiate. Make sure this chilliness doesn’t rub off on your entire personality. You are more than the season that you are in. Don’t forget your inner essence.
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Justice
Wow, Libra. The Justice card is so Libra-coded. I shouldn’t be surprised that I pulled this card for you on the last day of Libra season, no less! If you have experienced an unfortunate turn of events, and essentially an injustice of sorts, trust that karma will have your back. Karma will do your bidding for you, so don’t stress too much. I do want to warn you to not try to take matters into your own hands to the point where revenge becomes a double-sided blade. There is something about the energy of this specific card (from the Cat Tarot deck) that feels vicious. Don’t forget to rebalance your energy. Be vicious and gracious–not just one or the other.
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Queen of Wands, Reverse
Scorpios, have you given yourself enough time to luxuriate and be still? This Queen of Wands card (from the Cat Tarot deck) presents a cat napping with a delightful fireplace by her side. Give life a break. Tap out for a bit and relax. Your reading is similar to the Scorpio read, so you may want to peek at their read as well. While this is a seemingly simple and short monthly pull for you, it is actually something that may feel like an impossible task. So I will advise you like this: You must exercise your right to be still and relaxed. You have earned it. So stop trying to work overtime! If there is no rest for the weary, let there be nothing but rest for the unwearied.
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Three of Cups
Sagittarius, this month’s reading is all about sharing, collaboration and companionship. Are you doing a good job sharing your bounty with others? Are you calling in the rightful partners to help you do life together? Make sure to notice who is there for you, and who you want to call in. You may have to switch up dance partners–or perhaps a new dancefloor and genre altogether. All I know is that you will feel more joyous if you don’t try to go at it alone. Lean into community, into sisterhood, into the romance of the ordinary. You have an independent streak inside of you, but now is not the time to display it. Your assignment for this month is to surrender into togetherness, even if that may feel cringey or unlike yourself.
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Eight of Wands
You did it, Cap! It’s time to dance and be jolly for once. You have worked so hard that it is time for you to enjoy your harvest, without feeling guilty about it. Questions for you to reflect on: When was the last time I allowed myself to truly relax and just play? What if my life wasn’t ruled by systems and structures and to-do lists? – I am half-teasing you here. You’ve become such an expert in being a perfectionist and a busybody that you must become an expert at simply existing in the stillness of life. That is its own special kind of reward–but a reward that may feel like an unacquired taste for someone like you. Slow down. That is the silver lining, indeed!
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Knight of Wands, Reverse
Yikes, Aquarius. You wanted to sit and rest and be chill. Instead, the universe woke you up and said playtime is over.
While this may leave you feeling distraught, you needed this wakeup call. It would have been worse to flirt with the follies of the world, not knowing that you needed to break into character again. It’s time for you to mature and step back into your more serious side. This is not a punishment but a calling. Your purpose is to be the all-knowing, all-seeing one. You can still be whimsical while being deep. Return to your depths and notice all of the details you have been (indirectly) ignoring. Be honest with yourself about what you must do, and then strike. I get the feeling that your strike will be a bit like “the shot heard around the world.” So strike with energy, intention and meaning. It’s time the world remembers that you really are That Bitch. 🙂↕️
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Seven of Swords
Oh my sweet Pisces… looks like you are ready to have a good (energetic) catfight with someone (I can’t help but write cat metaphors since I am reading from my Cat Tarot deck). You have been patient, you have been kind and generous… but you are no longer happy to sit still and watch people be fools around you. Even Pisces have a limit too, and someone is about to find out the hard way.
I want to encourage you to play a mental game, and not necessarily a material-world game. In other words, focus more on the invisible checkmate than what is visible. That may feel underwhelming, but I promise you that it will bode well for you in the long run.
You may want to say something out loud or take action. I’m not saying you can’t. Whatever you do, make sure you have thought about the scenario like you’re solving a Rubix cube puzzle. This is a complex challenge. It cannot be flattened or simplified. Give it the time that is needed so that you don’t rush to incomplete answers and solutions.
Stay light,
Your Tarot Gal Phim
