The General Picture for Tuesday
At midday on 10 November, the Sun is in Scorpio at 18 degrees, and Mercury is retrograde in the same sign. Mars and Jupiter are in Leo, which may strengthen your own energy and self-confidence. Venus is retrograde in Libra, and Saturn, Uranus and Neptune are also moving retrograde. For your sign, this may be a day of plenty of drive, but also one with a question about what you truly wish to show.
In interpretation, Leo is a sign that likes to shine, and it shines most brightly when that comes from genuine contact. Perhaps today you will notice that you want to do more than you can comfortably carry. See that as an invitation to choose, not as a problem. A practical example: you are planning an important conversation and notice that you want to make an impression straight away. Take a breath and begin with what you really want to say.
Love and Honest Connection
For those in a relationship, this day may be a gentle invitation to be sincere about expectations. Venus is retrograde in Libra, which in imagery is often linked with looking again at harmony. A conversation about what you both find important together may be lighter than you think. Begin with a sentence such as: I notice that I would like a little more time for us, and then really listen to the answer. An evening walk or a shared meal may be a pleasant setting for this.
If you are single, today may help you distinguish what you truly seek in a relationship. You do not need to accept every invitation. A meeting that feels as though you can be yourself is more valuable than an evening in which you play a role. Be generous with your attention towards friends and new contacts, but guard your own space. Leo likes to give, and that is at its loveliest when it happens out of freedom rather than from fear of missing out.
Quality Over Visibility at Work
On working days and during study, today may be about quality rather than visibility. It can be tempting to want to display a great deal during a presentation or group assignment, but a clear and well-prepared result often speaks more strongly. Mercury is retrograde in Scorpio, which calls for extra attention to detail: check your figures, your sources and your appointments once more. Schedule a calm block of thirty minutes in your diary for this, without notifications.
If you are looking for work, this day may be suitable for calmly reviewing a portfolio or profile. Choose three things you enjoyed doing and describe them simply, with what you did and what it produced. That is often more powerful than a long list of everything you have ever done. An optional action: ask a friend or colleague to look at one of your pieces of work and tell you what stands out to them. In this way you receive useful feedback without having to defend yourself.
Scheduling Rest and Guarding Your Energy
For wellbeing, it is good to schedule deliberate rest today. A period full of appointments can drain your energy quickly, and then it is easy to forget to relax. Try half an hour without your phone, with a book, a walk or a warm drink. This need not be a big change; it is a small ritual that supports your daily energy.
Movement may be playful. Think of a short dance session at home, a bicycle ride along the river or a calm morning walk. The focus is on enjoyment and on a sense of freedom in your body, not on a particular result. Also pay attention to sleep and food: good rest and a meal that gives you energy help you to start the next day fresh. This concerns general care for your daily energy and is not medical advice. If you have complaints or concerns about your health, it is sensible to consult a doctor or healthcare provider.
The Waxing Moon in Sagittarius
On 10 November the Moon is in Sagittarius at 1 degree and is a waxing crescent about 2 per cent illuminated. The Moon's position is an astronomical fact. The meaning we give it is a creative interpretation. The first quarter Moon follows on 17 November 2026, so the Moon grows steadily over the coming week. In interpretation, a waxing Moon suits building something new, although here that is still beginning gently.
For Leo, this Moon may help you see which plans you wish to embrace with open arms and which you might prefer to take up later. Perhaps you would like to start a small project, prepare a conversation or write down a wish. Both choices are valid. End the day with an honest question: where do I feel most like myself today? The answer does not need to be grand. A small recognition may guide you in the days ahead.
Moon phase
Waxing crescent
10 November 2026 · 12:00 Europe/Amsterdam
Illuminated portion: 1.5% · Sagittarius
Next full moon: 24 November 2026 at 15:54
Next new moon: 9 December 2026 at 01:52
Source: Astronomy Engine / USNOAstrological interpretation for inspiration and self-reflection. Not a medical diagnosis or personal health advice.