This week, work-life and relationship intertwine in a positive way, making both feel a bit more positive and empowered. Mars and Venus enter their ruling signs, allowing both signs to be at their best. However, Mars may overstep a little, or…step in it. More on that in a minute.
The New Moon on Monday the 30th encourages us to cultivate new connections, to be curious, and to seek clarity after swimming in the murky waters of the eclipses, and the overall fuckery of May. Rinse your mind of foregone conclusions in the dark of the new moon and be open to new ideas. Saturn squares this moon, so dream big, but do the work too.
As I write this, Mars is at 29° and Venus is conjuncting Eris, so things are a little pissy. Mercury is sextiling Mars, which offers confidence in expression. Throughout this week, Pluto does what Pluto does best and makes things intense and sometimes painful. Mars conjuncts Jupiter, which is another confidence boosting aspect…and that is what I was referring to with Mars. Don’t let your Mars get away from you.
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ARIES - This week is a week (or month even) to be selfish. Regardless of how you feel about it, the planets are going to give you this opportunity to focus on just you and your little corner of the world. Clarity is likely with the new moon. Some of this clarity regards your value in the world, in your relationships, and what value you grant to yourself.
TAURUS - As I mentioned, Mars is empowered in Aries…except when in the 12th house, which is where he resides in your chart. You may have trouble with your energy levels, or expressing healthy anger. Mars will exit Aries and enter your 1st house in July, so from there your energy and drives should rebound. The good news is, Venus is in your 1st house right now, so now is a good time to get a new hairdo, or shop for a new look, or do whatever makes you feel beautiful!
GEMINI - Your connections, friendships, and dreams are highlighted as Mars moves into Aries. Venus will be moving into your 12th house, though, so you may not be feeling your best and brightest. The creature comforts Taurus is famous for can help, and you’ll also get by with a little help from those friends I mentioned. The New Moon occurs in your sign, and this will recharge things for you.
CANCER - Your career or public self is going to be on the stage for a few weeks. Mars in Aries activates your 10th house with a lot of enthusiasm and energy, and Venus in Taurus could strengthen friendships and add to your security. On the flip side of this energy, however, is the New Moon. The New Moon emphasizes your dreams and spiritual connections, but also your need for solitude, so you’ll need to find balance between public and private.
LEO - Get clear about your goals, and even what you think your “calling” is. This New Moon is fertile ground for dreaming a bigger dream, and Mars and Venus (among others) are at your Midheaven at the top of your chart. Don’t second guess, don’t compromise, and don’t budge. You have a tendency to over-give. But when it comes to your future plans, be selfish AF right now.
VIRGO - Money and intimacy may be on your mind this week. Be sure you’re in control of the important aspects of your financial life. With this New Moon, move beyond career goals and think about what kind of life experiences you desire. With Mars in Aries, you should find the motivation to reach deeper in general.
TAURUS - As I mentioned, Mars is empowered in Aries…except when in the 12th house, which is where he resides in your chart. You may have trouble with your energy levels, or expressing healthy anger. Mars will exit Aries and enter your 1st house in July, so from there your energy and drives should rebound. The good news is, Venus is in your 1st house right now, so now is a good time to get a new hairdo, or shop for a new look, or do whatever makes you feel beautiful!
GEMINI - Your connections, friendships, and dreams are highlighted as Mars moves into Aries. Venus will be moving into your 12th house, though, so you may not be feeling your best and brightest. The creature comforts Taurus is famous for can help, and you’ll also get by with a little help from those friends I mentioned. The New Moon occurs in your sign, and this will recharge things for you.
CANCER - Your career or public self is going to be on the stage for a few weeks. Mars in Aries activates your 10th house with a lot of enthusiasm and energy, and Venus in Taurus could strengthen friendships and add to your security. On the flip side of this energy, however, is the New Moon. The New Moon emphasizes your dreams and spiritual connections, but also your need for solitude, so you’ll need to find balance between public and private.
LEO - Get clear about your goals, and even what you think your “calling” is. This New Moon is fertile ground for dreaming a bigger dream, and Mars and Venus (among others) are at your Midheaven at the top of your chart. Don’t second guess, don’t compromise, and don’t budge. You have a tendency to over-give. But when it comes to your future plans, be selfish AF right now.
VIRGO - Money and intimacy may be on your mind this week. Be sure you’re in control of the important aspects of your financial life. With this New Moon, move beyond career goals and think about what kind of life experiences you desire. With Mars in Aries, you should find the motivation to reach deeper in general.
LIBRA - Of all the signs, you are one of the best “works well with others” (most of the time anyway). Collaboration may be very productive for you so don’t try to do everything alone. Also during the next few weeks, things that have been on the back burner may show up again. Forgotten opportunities could get a green light, so don’t be shocked.
SCORPIO - You are a do-er. But with Mars in your 6th house, you could be flirting with martyrdom. Ew. Venus and the New Moon aren’t going to let you get away with this, however. If you are in a relationship, this will evolve pretty naturally or your partner will ask for it. If you are single, you’ll need to be still and go within to define your feelings. Use the New Moon to manifest the emotional life and relationships that you really want.
SCORPIO - You are a do-er. But with Mars in your 6th house, you could be flirting with martyrdom. Ew. Venus and the New Moon aren’t going to let you get away with this, however. If you are in a relationship, this will evolve pretty naturally or your partner will ask for it. If you are single, you’ll need to be still and go within to define your feelings. Use the New Moon to manifest the emotional life and relationships that you really want.
SAGITTARIUS - Your energy may shift from super extroverted to a bit more on the feely side of things over the next few weeks. Mars is in his home sign of Aries, and he’s in your 5th house of romance. This could be really good! Venus in Taurus is sexy and physical in your 6th house, and the Gemini New Moon allows you to manifest relationships.
CAPRICORN - You should be coming out of your hidey hole a bit over the next few weeks. Your home will continue to be a focus for much of the summer, but Venus in Taurus says “put the tool thingy down and lets have some fun”. Your overall health is the topic of the New Moon, so take care of the whole you!
AQUARIUS - You have drawn the family card, Aquarius. (And no, you can't put it back. It's figurative.) You may love your family (or you may not), but being connected and reaching out and reaching in and all of that feely crap is not your greatest strength. Do it anyway, even if you do it with your therapist or a journal. The New Moon initiates a period of fun and romance and play, as well as actual children. It’s ok that you’re a weird parent, but be connected.
PISCES - Mars in Aries can make you some money, or increase your value or how you feel valued. Venus in Taurus helps you communicate and express your love and desires. The New Moon in Gemini sets off a cycle that is focused on your family and home. Overall, you are entering a very positive and pleasant cycle.
May 23
Venus conjunct Eris - desire for sovereignty and respect
Sun sextile Jupiter - lucky & optimistic
Mercury sextile Mars - confidence in expression
Mercury square Vesta - interruptions at “the office”
May 24
Venus sextile Saturn - desire for companionship
Mars enters Aries - home sweet home, Mars at its most empowered. Increase in all drives
May 25
Mercury trine Pluto - influential and powerful language
May 26
Ceres conjunct Lilith - dramatic and edgy personality is helpful to others
Pallas sextile Juno - sharing your master plan with your partner
May 27
Venus square Pluto - power and control issues in relationships
May 28
Venus enters Taurus - home sweet home! Sensuality and desire for comfort and security
May 29
Mars conjunct Jupiter - confidence on lock!
Venus sextile Vesta - positive work life and financial issues
May 30
New Moon Gemini 4:30 am pacific - connections, curiosity, clarity
CAPRICORN - You should be coming out of your hidey hole a bit over the next few weeks. Your home will continue to be a focus for much of the summer, but Venus in Taurus says “put the tool thingy down and lets have some fun”. Your overall health is the topic of the New Moon, so take care of the whole you!
AQUARIUS - You have drawn the family card, Aquarius. (And no, you can't put it back. It's figurative.) You may love your family (or you may not), but being connected and reaching out and reaching in and all of that feely crap is not your greatest strength. Do it anyway, even if you do it with your therapist or a journal. The New Moon initiates a period of fun and romance and play, as well as actual children. It’s ok that you’re a weird parent, but be connected.
PISCES - Mars in Aries can make you some money, or increase your value or how you feel valued. Venus in Taurus helps you communicate and express your love and desires. The New Moon in Gemini sets off a cycle that is focused on your family and home. Overall, you are entering a very positive and pleasant cycle.
May 23
Venus conjunct Eris - desire for sovereignty and respect
Sun sextile Jupiter - lucky & optimistic
Mercury sextile Mars - confidence in expression
Mercury square Vesta - interruptions at “the office”
May 24
Venus sextile Saturn - desire for companionship
Mars enters Aries - home sweet home, Mars at its most empowered. Increase in all drives
May 25
Mercury trine Pluto - influential and powerful language
May 26
Ceres conjunct Lilith - dramatic and edgy personality is helpful to others
Pallas sextile Juno - sharing your master plan with your partner
May 27
Venus square Pluto - power and control issues in relationships
May 28
Venus enters Taurus - home sweet home! Sensuality and desire for comfort and security
May 29
Mars conjunct Jupiter - confidence on lock!
Venus sextile Vesta - positive work life and financial issues
May 30
New Moon Gemini 4:30 am pacific - connections, curiosity, clarity