Read your sign’s 2022 horoscope to see what’s in store for you this year, or check out the Taurus personality profile. To read monthly predictions for another zodiac sign, see our full October 2022 horoscope.

Welcome to October, Taurus. Last month, when the communication planet Mercury went retrograde, you had to practice patience, Taurus. Just when you’re in that back-to-school vibe and ready to get things done, technology slows down, there are communication delays, and perhaps an ex even slid into your DMs to distract you.

Thankfully, Mercury retrograde ends in Virgo on Sunday, October 2. This makes everything flow easier, but for you, this transit highlights the part of your chart focused on pleasure, and yes, that means sex, luxurious Taurus. Whether you and a partner begin healthy communication surrounding kinky roleplay to try, or you can put down a frustrating dating app because you meet someone cute in real life, this transit bodes well for your love life. Because you’re a grounded earth sign, with lover Venus as your ruling planet, when your love life feels stable, so does the rest of your life. 

October looks to be steamy, Taurus. Back in April, Pluto, the ruler of the underworld, went retrograde, asking everyone to transform part of their life to live the most authentically. For you, that meant getting honest with yourself and your partner(s) about your desires, both romantically and physically. So when the planet goes direct on Saturday, October 8, your sex life may have evolved over the past few months.

However, if there’s a sex toy you want to try or a crush you still need to ask out, and you’re dragging your feet, don’t be surprised if the full moon in Aries on Sunday, October 9, encourages you to go ahead and make moves. Full moons are lunations that mark culminations, so get ready for a friendly and encouraging push from the stars to get on (and get off) with it.   

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Scorpio season begins on Sunday, October 23. Scorpio sits directly across from you on the zodiac wheel, Taurus, and as a result, Scorpio’s sexy yet intense energy complements your grounded and loving vibe well. This is a fun time of year for anyone who likes playing dress-up, thanks to Halloween, but it’s also a fantastic season for your love life (the whole month is). When your ruling planet, romantic Venus, enters Scorpio on Sunday, October 23, allow yourself to feel happy. More often than not, happiness is a choice rather than the result of our situation. So whether you finally dumped that meanie, or see recharged intimacy within your relationship, understand that you’re exactly where you should be.

Speaking of sparks, there’s a new moon and solar eclipse in Scorpio on Tuesday, October 25. Remember: Unfortunately, eclipses can cause feelings of paranoia and anxiety, so astrologers often recommend taking it easy around this time. But such celestial events are also great for hot sex if you’re with a trusted partner (or, even easier, a sex toy). Go ahead and use this night to stay in with someone special or something vibrating.

Right before Halloween (check out these makeup looks for costume inspo), Mars goes retrograde in Gemini starting on Sunday, October 30. Mars is a warrior planet and rules ambition, raw sexual energy, and aggression. When it is retrograde, it can feel harder to stand up for yourself, and you may crave sweet intimacy over sex marathons. It’s OK to lean into your softer side during this time. Retrogrades are easiest when you work with them rather than against them. So light some candles, write a love poem, and snuggle up on the couch with your pet, bestie, or lover. You’ll need all the rest you can get between Halloween parties. See you next month, Taurus.