A shift in the monthly energy is expected to bring relief to three Chinese zodiac signs, ending a stretch of difficulty by October 11. According to YourTango, the monthly influence moves from Fire to Earth during that period. The week is described as opening with a focus on balance and closing with success, with the midweek Earth energy making it easier to feel grounded and secure. For these animal signs, the report says nothing will throw them off course.

The early part of the week carries a lingering sense that something needs to go, though it may not be clear until Tuesday, according to the report. By Wednesday, action takes over through smart questions and new attempts, and by Thursday there is a better understanding of the situation. YourTango identifies Friday as the true moment of reckoning, when it becomes clear exactly what must be released. Removing it reportedly poses no problem, and anything that blocks energy is finished.

Dragon is named as the first of the three signs. The report describes Dragon as smart and savvy and says that by Sunday, Dragon is right where it needs to be, with hard times over. The second sign is Pig, which is said to be laying the foundation for the future this week. Pig reportedly realizes life lacks balance, either from not having enough fun or not being properly locked in. The bottom line, according to the report, is that Pig knows what to do and is ready to do it.

For Pig, the 6th brings a golden opportunity presented by someone, though it requires a bit of sacrifice and a big decision. The report says the big day for Pig is Saturday, when it begins changing how it responds to others. By Sunday, Pig feels proud of how things were handled and starts looking ahead. Rooster is the third sign named, and is described as putting a stop to something that has been causing a hard time lately. Rooster needs to get something off its plate as soon as possible and is said to be doing far too much.

According to the report, Rooster can see a light at the end of the tunnel because someone has decided to help. The article is credited to Aria Gmitter, identified as YourTango's Senior Editor of Horoscopes & Zodiac Signs and author of Horror Tarot Deck & Guidebook. Gmitter is said to have earned a Diploma of Astrological Excellence from the Midwest School of Astrology and to have written daily horoscopes and tarot readings for the last 10 years.