Astrology by Lisa Stardust

The week starts with the First Quarter Moon in Leo on May 15th, urging us to set new intentions and manifest greatness. The same day, Mercury enters Taurus, urging us to be practical-minded, tender, and sincere with our words. Mercury and Pluto retrograde in Aquarius square off on May 17th, bringing intense and defensive interactions and reactions into the mix. The flip-side of this transit can help us heal and grow, if we choose to remove ourselves from the drama. Venus and Uranus unite on the 18th, the same day that the Sun and Jupiter share a conjunction (all of these planets are in Taurus), encouraging us to take risks and step out of our comfort zone. The Taurus Sun harmonizes with Neptune in Pisces on May 19, making our dreams tangible. Mars and the North Node of Destiny aligns on the 19th, adding desire and passion to our lives. The Sun ingresses into Gemini on May 20, heightening our communication for the month ahead.

 

Witch-tips:

May 18’s celestial energy is a prime time to manifest. Write a letter of intention to the universe to bring growth and expansion to areas of your life that need to change. Then, light a purple candle to honor the planet Jupiter and meditate on your goals. The sky’s the limit, so dream big!

 

Aries

You will feel truly supported and reunited with those you care about. There is a strong understanding of compassion as mind-expanding experiences propel you forward on a journey that has you feeling all of your emotions on a soulful level. Embrace this sensation as a result of your personal growth.

 

Taurus

This is a time to appreciate what makes you truly feel good. There is a strong influence of wanting to escape from the mundane and to travel in order to catch a glimpse of your heart’s desire or be more open towards experiencing something new and different in your life.

 

Gemini

Be careful not to go into hermit mode and escape your duties throughout this week, which can be quite tempting. The key is to be strong, in charge, and dynamic in what you have to offer the world. This will allow you to push beyond what you know and change.

 

Cancer

The energy of the week highlights your partnerships and alliances. Try not to allow the expectations and emotions of others influence your personal relationships. Conversations might be a bit difficult during this timeframe, as a result, but they'll serve as a turning point for your friendships for years to come.

 

Leo

It might often be difficult for you to step away from work, and this is a great time to let yourself play a little bit more. Plan for some fun time and see great rewards brought to you. This is a time to really step into your power and confidence.

 

Virgo

Sometimes the way you speak to yourself that generates the energy of love. If you are hard on yourself continually this also lowers your vibrations. If you are kind to yourself and allow compassion to flow through you this will make you absolutely unstoppable and irresistible to your love interests.

 

Libra

You’re blossoming as you spread your wings and follow your intuition. You’re on spiritual love journey that grows overtime and connects you to higher realms of vibrations. Remember this when you feel any delays as your often inquisitive air sign might become impatient. Let the universe catch up to you.

 

Scorpio

This week is a great reminder that you are desired by many! Your charming ways attract a lot of people from various walks of life.You might conjure up a connection that is extremely intoxicating during this cosmically intense time; just be careful as to who you attract into your vim.

 

Sagittarius

You don't have to let the lack of structure and stability in your daily routine keep you away from attaining your goals. The truth is that you love a challenge, so this week gives you the opportunity to think outside-the-box and slightly shift the focus of your visions.

 

Capricorn

You’ll begin to feel more inclined to take extra time for your emotional needs this week. As a result, you might find that putting yourself first is the antidote you’ve always needed to hear. Those in long-standing relationships will undergo many spiritual and necessary transformations from your evolving heart and mentality.

 

Aquarius

You may feel that your home life and family matters are more erratic and out of control than ever. Instead of trying to push through matters, try to ebb and flow through them. The more you actively resist change, the harder it will be to embrace it as it comes.

 

Pisces

A culmination of circumstances feel out of your control at the moment, allowing you to take a look at your previous actions and augment them in the present. It is never too late to do the right thing, even if it means having to heal and deal with the past.