VENUS RETROGRADE 2023
VENUS RETROGRADE IS HERE!
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
The week begins with the Cancer Sun in harmony to Neptune retrograde in Pisces on July 20. This is a time to rest, daydream, and brainstorm our aspirations. Later in the day, Mars in Virgo opposes Saturn retrograde in Pisces, urging us to push back against the shackles that are holding us down. Challenge authority, speak up, and fight for your rights! The following day, the Sun and Pluto retrograde in Capricorn share the same sentiments — but want to implement change to our lives. The Sun squares the Nodes of Destiny on July 22, forcing us to make choices about how we want to move forward and what we want to leave behind in the last moments of Cancer season. Venus retrograde in Leo officially commences 27 minutes before the Sun enters Leo on July 22. Emotions will run deep, making us contemplate relationships and our spending habits. Pluto retrograde aspects the Nodes of Destiny on July 23, serving as a spiritual wake-up call to us all. Mercury in Leo and Uranus in Taurus harshly connect on the same day, opening our eyes to how we need to evolve with the times.
Place trinkets, flowers, champagne or wine on your altar to help you connect to Venus. Light pink candles around your home to welcome Venus retrograde. As you bring the match to the wick and ignite the flame, think about how far you’ve come in loving yourself. After you take a moment to feel yourself, write a new list of daily affirmations and state them every morning and night to boost your confidence.
You’re not one to shy away from being the face of a brand or business — but, you are finding that you’d prefer being the power behind the scenes instead of dealing with the public. The reason being is that you’re yearning for an easy week with absolutely no drama.
Your dedication is being tested, but your sign has never given up when it comes to a good fight. This time, however, it's an internal battle you'll have to overcome. It's a great week to assess what you don't need anymore and what seeds are required to tackle your goals.
Colleagues and contacts from the past might start reaching out to offer you work unexpectedly, making it a fantastic week for planning and getting things ready for you to make a famous re-entrance into the public and professional sphere when you are ready. Take your time and move with ease, Gemini.
Currently, you are wanting to utilize your naturally steady self and hone your innate skills through careful observation by knowing when to strike while the iron is hot. As long as you pay attention to your surroundings and read people’s energy correctly, you can achieve your desires without a hitch.
It may seem as though your inner circle is turning against you and not celebrating you. The truth is that you’re picking up on what they’re feeling about themselves. With your intuition on overdrive, it’s essential to fine tune these sentiments before jumping to conclusions and creating conflict with others.
The desire to commit is outweighing your feelings about who you’re aligning with. Before giving your all to another, make sure that they are the person you want to give your heart to. Once you allow yourself to think and assess the relationship, then you can make a conscious choice.
As humans, our goals in life are ever changing. This week, you are at a crossroads about the future you’ve always wanted to attain for yourself and the new visions you have for yourself. Instead of picking one over the other, blend some notions together to create an ideal fit.
Opportunities come and go, which is why you shouldn’t stress situations that are out of reach or your grasp. Something better will come along any day now, so prepare yourself for that chance. Odds are it’ll be more aligned with your ideology and beliefs than the ones you passed on.
You’re always ready to expand your mind and evolve with the times. Lately, you are having a hard time finding your path in the modern world — especially since your ideas are not so nuanced and defined at this moment in time. You’ll find your way soon — just be patient.
You’re finding that people are creating boundaries in the relationship they have with you. Rather than push limits, take a step back to recognize that it’s important to respect and acknowledge their right to define the relationship with hyper specific expectations. In return, you can do the same to them.
Just like that…the past finds its way back to you. Old relationships may surface, urging you to give closure to others and get it for yourself, while reopening situations that have long been forgotten. You have the option to choose the direction you want to go down, so decide wisely.
It’s a week of reflection, in which you’re deciphering between your wants and needs in relationships. You have the chance to make the changes that you want, but only if you are sure that you’re ready to evolve the connections with those who’ve held a special place in your heart
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
The week starts off with the Sun in Cancer aspecting Uranus in Taurus on July 14th which is a soulful awakening and push to embrace our truest selves. The new moon in Cancer on July 17th urges us to change and evolve on an emotional level. Mercury in Leo squares Jupiter in Taurus on July 17, broadening our minds and opening us up to exciting opportunities. The Nodes of Destiny enter the Aries (North Node) and Libra (South Node) axis on the 17th, and will be there for the next 18 months. This is a calling for us all to focus on ourselves and to build our self-esteem.
With the nodal shift occurring the same day as the new moon on July 17, this is prime time for a soulful awakening. Make a commitment to yourself to be the best version of you that you can be by letting go of all your bad habits or anything you want to release — after two new cycles are starting on the same day, which means it’s time for us to evolve. To do so, you’ll have to write them down on a piece of paper and then rip it up. Place in your caldron and burn them (practice fire safety prodecal and regulations). Cover your caldron as they burn and feel the release. Throw the ashes away and let go of your habits as you breathe new life into your body.
You might have to take on several roles this week in order to accommodate everyone’s needs. Prepare yourself to handle many tasks in an effort to keep the peace with your friends and family. Just know your limits to ensure that you’re not being completely taken for granted by others.
Holding yourself back from opportunities and projects out of fear will only lead to loss. You must believe in yourself more than ever and follow your own cosmic flow. Take the Bull by the horns and prove to yourself and to others in your life that you deserve incredible things.
There is a shift in your psyche that allows you to take a mature perspective despite another individual's inability to fully discern through their own behavior. Expanding your comprehension and understanding of yourself and others will help create a more peaceful environment, allowing you to break out of toxic situations.
You are evolving on all levels. At this moment, you have no choice but to be confronted to let go of your greatest fears right now. There is no more settling for the lesser end of the spectrum. This is a life-changing shift requiring full growth at an exponential rate.
Your willingness to learn no matter your age is such an empowering and refreshing strength. Your dedication to growing proves to be an undeniable asset that is quite admirable. Being diligent and doing your homework coincides with your intuition about the long-term changes you've been wanting to make for years.
You are currently trying to create opportunities that you never thought would be possible for yourself. Because of your impeccable work ethic, you have picked up multiple skills making you far more marketable than you realize. Put yourself out there, and see the wheel of fortune turn in your favor.
As of now, the connections you've made throughout the years will present you with the perfect advice at just the right time — this is a lesson for you to not do things alone. Currently, there is more power in the group effort for you — you should definitely utilize your resources wisely.
You’re being pushed to the ultimate limit in many aspects of life. This is go time, and you’re in the leadership seat throughout this week’s transits. It’s up to you to decide where you direct your energy — either way, there is no turning back from these tests of time.
Opening your mind to a new sense of being and truly seeing yourself for your gifts is important. You’re more than you let yourself fathom. This is why you are going through a major change right now, so that both personal life destiny and reality can meet in the sky.
There is a strong competitive element unfolding that drives you to attain the highest level of success giving you some renewed energy and power. You'll get a strong sense of how to take action and win at all you do by intuitively knowing what to do at the right time.
An epiphany might come out of nowhere, leading you down a path of sheer brilliance. It’s your time to step out and go above and beyond your own expectations of true success. Start being comfortable with yourself, so that you can let others in your personal life without any hesitation.
There is nothing easy regarding the growing pains of life; however, the alliances you make during this cycle will help you define your path. Be open to the suggestions that others give you, as their opinions may aid you in the spiritual and emotional journey that you are currently taking.
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
The week ahead is urging us to focus on attaining our personal aspirations. Mercury in Cancer links up with Uranus in Taurus on July 7, aiming to broaden our minds and shift our perspectives. The Last Quarter Moon in Aries on July 9 urges us to fight for our beliefs and to make major decisions. The same day, Mercury connects with Neptune retrograde in Pisces. This cosmic alliance serves to heighten our dreams and hopes for the future. Action planet Mars enters Virgo on July 10, bringing practicality and rationality to how we assert ourselves. Mercury opposes Pluto retrograde in Capricorn on the 10th, escalating debates and problems. This is an argumentative time, so tread lightly. The week ends with Mercury moving into Leo, on July 11, adding passion and drama to communication. Later in the day, Mercury and Mars aspect the Nodes of Destiny, pushing us to move forward with our goals.
The Last Quarter Moon in Aries is asking us to embrace our self-esteem. Take a red candle (the color of Aries) and carve your name, along with your astrological sign on it. Dress the candle with rosemary, nettle, and thistle to help ignite the confidence within. Think of ways that you wish to evolve. As you light the candle, meditate on these thoughts and aspirations. Watch your mindset and heart grow as the candle burns.
Being of service to others is going to allow you to think outside of yourself. This requires you to give your time patiently to those in need of support. If there is anyone who can check their ego and put others first it’s you due to your innate compassionate nature.
There is a longing to escape and to live in your own bubble this week. Attaining your goals won’t be hard, but it might stir up some drama with friends who think you’re ignoring them — even though you’re decompressing and practicing self-care. Focus on yourself and no one else.
Life is full of choices and you should only commit to the ones that you’re confident in. You’ll feel as though others are gaslighting you into making decisions, which leads to uncertainty and conflict. Lean towards the decisions that you’re intuitively connected to before jumping into anything that’s questionable.
You are giving your career all the attention that you can, since there is an opportunity on the table that you truly desire. Before running to attain the job, make sure you can give your time and energy to it — otherwise it’ll be moot to take it on now.
It’s hard not to turn your head when others are talking about you. But, you’ll take the high and regal road in order to embrace a positive attitude. Confronting people will lead to extreme issues and consequences (for you both), which is why you should let it go this time.
If you are unsure about where your relationships are headed, then you shouldn’t think about the future. Learning to be present and not overthinking about matters may be a new concept for you, but it’s the only way you’ll be able to make your partnership without any obstacles or stress.
Learning to trust your judgment may be hard to do. Rather than asking others for advice, lean into your innermost heartfelt sentiments and feelings. That way you can take action on matters in the way you wish to at this moment without worrying too much about what your peers think.
Being overprotective of friends and family means that you’re constantly defending them. Make sure that you’re helping people who would do the same for you in return. You don’t want to speak up for those who aren’t capable of treating you with the same level of respect you give them.
Your anxiety is at a high, which is why you’ll need to take a step back and deal with calming your nerves. Outside forces are giving you extra agenda, so try exercises that decrease your frustrations in the comfort of your home. Breathwork, meditation, and connecting with nature can help.
Pay attention to what your acquaintances are telling you at this moment. They’re letting you know who they are at the core, which is why you should listen with open ears. Then, you won’t expect more than they can give and offer to you in the future of the relationship.
Finding and creating order admits the chaos in your life is never fun — especially when you are the one who personally doesn’t adhere to rules and regulations. However, you’ll soon notice that you have the power and authority to make your own decisions and regulations that you believe in.
Step outside your comfort zone and do something unexpected. The sooner you realize that you don’t have to always play by the rules and that you should take more risks in life — the easier it’ll be to open yourself up to new experiences and opportunities in the week ahead.
July 3rd’s super full moon occurs at 4:39 a.m. PT and 7:39 a.m. ET. It is the first full super-moon of 2023 (the other three occur on August 1, August 31, and September 29). Supermoons happen when the moon is perigee, which means that the moon is in closer proximity to the earth than usual. The moon appears bigger and brighter. It’s effects are felt on a much deeper level to us earthlings.
The full moon in Capricorn is ruled by the austere planet Saturn, who is retrograde in Pisces and in aspect to the luminary. This can bring a dissolution of boundaries within our subconscious, a softer approach to connecting with our dreams, and a creative energy to our lives. Communicative Mercury, who’s in Cancer, opposes the moon, forcing us to internalize our thoughts and innermost sentiments. The good news is that expensive Jupiter heightens the impact of the positive vibes by allowing us to explore our emotions in a healthy way and to grow the relationships that we care about.
With the lovely and radiant fixed star Nunki in alignment to the moon, we’ll be in happy spirits and wanting to embrace life to the fullest. Although it’ll be hard to express ourselves, joy and auspicious times are coming our way. The best way to handle the supermoon is to be present and live in the moment.
The super full moon in Capricorn is a wonderful time to think about future goals. A visualization meditation can help you understand what you want to attain and how to get it. Dim the lights, spark incense (cedarwood is ideal because it’s a motivating essence for Capricorn, but sandalwood will do since it is uplifting and energizing), and put on soft tunes that can help in clearing your mind. Close your eyes and take a few calming breaths. After counting backwards from ten to zero, let your mind wander and think about what you want to accomplish and who you want to become. Lean into your sentiments. When you awaken or open your eyes, journal your thoughts. Revisit them in your journal every week after the full moon to ensure that you’re working towards the goal. If you keep it active and on your mind, your hopes will become a reality.
A professional matter will require your immediate attention. Rather than stress over work, take on the matter with ease and certainty in mind.
Peace and calmness are coming your way. But, you’ll have to drown out the outside world and focus on yourself and nothing else.
Talking about the past comes with a price — it doesn't allow you to live in the here and now. Reflect, but know you have to be present.
Your partnerships are lit up, urging you to spend your day connecting and checking in with old friends, colleagues, and peers.
Take care of your wellbeing by being super gentle on yourself. Stop critiquing your actions and give yourself TLC.
The romance factor is high. You may not desire roses and love letters, but you’re craving affection and adoration.
You are feeling more connected to your home and wanting to spend time lazing about with the intention of creating a tranquil dwelling.
The full moon is making your schedule extra busy. Be efficient with your time and give yourself slack if you can’t keep up with those demands.
Your confidence is heightening, allowing your ego to expand. Don’t get too extra and diva-like. Maintain a chill vibe and stay grounded.
It’s ok to be emotionally demanding every once in a while. Being open with your emotions doesn’t make you dramatic, it means you’re human.
Allow yourself the opportunity to rest and relax. The more you take care of yourself, the stronger you’ll be and fully able to take on the world.
Acquaintances come and go, but the true ones will stay in your life forever. Now is the time to appreciate such people.
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
This summer 7 planets will be retrograde, creating a fog and confusion in our lives. It’ll give us a chance to reflect upon the past and remind us to stay present. The dizzying affect of these planets may make us earthlings lost in emotion, which is why we’ll be acting or feeling out of character during these transit.
May 1 to October 10 in Aquarius and Capricorn
Confronting our dark side or edgier sentiments can help us heal our shadow self — as long as we accept ourselves for who we are and nurture those parts that are buried deep within.
June 17 to November 4 in Pisces
Boundaries may be blurred at this time, as well as our relationship with authority. However, we have the ability to take charge of partnerships and professional situations. We can develop our careers and love lives on our terms.
June 30 to December 6 in Pisces
The veil will be lifted and truth revealed, allowing us to see situations and people for who they truly are. Pay attention to the information you receive from the universe.
July 22 to September 3 in Leo
Romantic and financial matters may become frustrating, since they aren’t moving smoothly. This is a moment in time for us to decide what and who we want to commit to and invest in.
August 23 to September 14 in Virgo
It’ll be harder than ever to find the right words to express ourselves and say how we feel, which is why we’ll want to run away and try to augment our lives.
August 28 to January 27, 2024 in Taurus
Rather than taking radical steps towards growth and making declarative statements about universal change, we’ll take baby steps and go with the flow when pushed to evolve with the times.
September 4 to December 30 in Taurus
This is an introspective time in which we’ll be augmenting and developing our inner philosophies. We might find a new ideology and views that aligns with our current mindset and speaks to us on a deep level.
● Journal your emotions to keep track of your thoughts and feelings. It’s a great energetic release of frustrations and can help in calming your innermost sentiments.
● Read the details in contracts, descriptions, and everything that you come across. Don’t overlook any aspect of a document or contract. Make sure someone else gives it a gander so you don’t miss anything.
● Nurture yourself with healing Epsom salt baths to ensure you don’t take on the energy of others.
● Carry protective crystals like citrine, black tourmaline, smithsonite, and clear quartz with you or keep in your home to keep your auric field clean and positive.
● Be kind to yourself. Don’t criticize yourself and be gentle with how you treat yourself at this time. The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself, which is why you should give yourself more TLC throughout the summer.
The Cancer Sun and Saturn retrograde in Pisces link up on June 28, creating a beautiful and creative Grand Trine with the Scorpio moon. Mercury in Cancer shares a sweet connection with Saturn retrograde, urging us to impose boundaries on June 30. Neptune retrograde in Pisces commences on the 30th, urging us to see the truth in matters — even though we won’t want to. The Sun and Mercury unite on July 1, creating the cazimini effect. This will give us charisma and strength. July 1 also brings a connection between Jupiter in Taurus and the Sun, as well as Mercury, which will add flair to communication and help us process information. Venus in Leo and Uranus in Taurus square off on July 2, pushing us to break free from the past. The week ends with the Capricorn full moon urging us to reflect and contemplate our future.
Witchtip: Create a gratitude journal on July 1. Write down everything that you’re grateful for. This will help you understand how lucky and loved you are. It’ll be inspirational and motivate you in different ways — as long as you are honest and open with yourself about your feelings.
Anxieties are creeping up in your mind, making you fearful of things that haven’t happened. Before you go down the rabbit hole and start embracing your trepidations, take a step back and release your inner frustrations through breathe work and meditation. Let go of your annoyances and breathe in positivity.
You are your own moral compass, which means that embracing a philosophy that suits your values is important. Think of it this way: You get to make the rules and call the shots in your personal life. No one can tell you what to do because you’re stronger than them.
Your agile mind is in overdrive this week. Developing your confidence means reassessing relationships and deciding what is working for you. This will cause you to overthink and overanalyze every interaction. Use your heart to decide how you feel, not your head. Only then can you make the right decisions.
Your intuition is currently on fire, helping you see who and what is standing in your way. Before running away, test out your comfort zone to see where and who has good energy. You have to dip your feet in the water to understand what works best for you now.
You may find yourself getting overwhelmed easily now. Truth be told, you’re putting a lot of pressure on your shoulders to be the best at everything that you do. You’ll soon find out that being #1 isn’t important and you can have a more successful life when you stop trying.
It is hard for you to let go of things easily. But, I’m order to make room for what you truly desire, you have to release the old. This could manifest as feelings, relationships, or items that are no longer relevant to your current state of mind and belief system.
There is no place like home and you’re lapping up every minute you spend in your dwelling. The caveat is that you’re longing to connect to your space on a spiritual level which could call for renovations or redecorating. Choose an aesthetic that speaks to your soul, while honoring your heritage.
Taking the higher road is something you’ll do begrudgingly this week. It’s not that you know you’re right — but you are aware that you’re not wrong. You just want to keep the peace and not have extra drama in your life. Therefore, you’ll have to bite your tongue in conversations.
Lately, your emotions have been getting the best of you. While you rarely have a sentimental display for others, you’re finding that the release is clearing out residual stress that you’ve been under. Sometimes a good cry is a great way to get rid of old wounds and buried frustrations.
You have very strong opinions, and you cannot hide what you are thinking under these skies. The spotlight is directly aligned with you You are the caterpillar turning into the butterfly right now, so it is time to spread your wings and take command. Fly away and soar to new heights.
Making amends with those you’ve hurt is a finding that it’s the only way to move on from toxic situations and to heal the past. Be the bigger person and reach out with an open heart to rectify the past before moving onwards.
There are a lot of people telling you what to do — the unsolicited advice is making you swim away from their suggestions. Now is the time to stand tall and take back your power. The more you assert your feelings, the easier it’ll be to fight for what you want.
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
The week kicks off with the Summer Solstice (the longest day of the year) and the Sun’s ingress into Cancer on June 21. We start a new season, bringing new hopes and goals.The same day, Mercury in Gemini and Mars in Leo connect, energizing our thoughts. The Sun and Mercury in Cancer aspect the Nodes of Destiny connect on the 23rd and 27th, bringing change encounters with others. Mercury squares Neptune in Pisces on June 25, making our words seem and feel loftier. Mercury enters Cancer on the 26th, adding emotion and intuition to communication. Mars shares a fraught aspect with Uranus in Taurus on Jus 26, giving us the confidence to embrace our true selves.
Start Cancer season off right by adding a layer of protection to your home. Place black salt your home or place an obsidian stone in the front of your dwelling. These will help you feel at peace and comfort— as well as dispelling negative energies and entities from your home.
A great way to embrace this week’s energy is to do a big summer cleansing of the home. By letting go of material items you no longer want, the lighter you will energetically feel at this moment in time All the more reason whu it is needed at this time.
You are experiencing many emotional breakthroughs this week. They are surfacing around you, making it difficult to comprehend the different aspects of your life. There is an internal shift in your psyche that is allowing you to take a mature perspective with grace, despite listening to the opinion of others
Your nearest and dearest are mirroring your actions, allowing you to see your actions close-up. Now, you can understand the way you react and handle situations with a close lens. This will help you evolve and transform your ways, helping you become a better version of yourself throughout the season.
It’s never the perfect time to open up and commence a major heart-to-heart conversation. However, you have to start the intimate discussion (especially the ones that are soulful) in order to have and maintain a deeper bond. Share your fears, hopes, and dreams to create a closer connection with others.
If you’ve been dealing with self/doubt, then it’s important to remember that you’re the regal lion that everyone looks up to. Note your amazing attributes — like your generosity and kindness that you give to all. Also, your tender
heart that helps everyone — now use it to love yourself.
The more you try to make relationships work that have no gas left, the harder it’ll be to focus on other parts of your lift. Try to think about where and to who you want you give your energy. Consciously decide how you want to spend your time this week.
Manifesting the next phase of your career won’t be hard to do, but taking the steps after you set the intentions to attain your goals is where you fall short. Put your best effort into making your dreams a reality by crafting a vision board or writing in your journal.
Try to stay neutral and look at your relationship objectively throughout the week. The more you step away and look at matters from a distance (instead of rationalizing every single component), the easier it will be to make realistic decisions about what you want and how you wish to proceed.
Your willingness to learn, no matter your age or stage in life, is such an empowering and refreshing personality strenth. Your dedication proves as an undeniable asset that is quite admirable. Consider taking the lead and offering the wisdom you’ve embraced to others since you are a student of life.
You might have to think more on your feet than you would prefer, and make on-the-spot judgments that can have you feeling a little squeamish, especially if you let you perfectionist tendencies get the best of you. You have the knowledge to do the right thing and to choose smartly.
Although others try to take the path of least resistance, you are completely open to diving into the layers that many shy away from. This week provides you with a very strong sense of understanding surrounding the future and your role in this renewed sense of development. You got this!
Opening your mind to a new sense of being, and seeing yourself for your gifts is important. You are more than you once let yourself even fathom. This is why you’re going through this major change right now, so that both your destiny and reality can meet in the sky.
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
June 21: Welcome to Cancer Season! The Summer Solstice is today, making it the longest day of the year.
June 26: Mercury swims into Cancer, making us more intuitive and emotionally expressive.
June 30: Neptune retrograde in Pisces begins, confusing our understanding of the world around us.
July 3: The Full Moon in Capricorn urges us to attain our goals.
July 10: Mars walks into Virgo, allowing us to ignite our passions.
July 17: The New Moon in Cancer offers us a fresh start.
July 17: The Nodes of Destiny move into the Aries-Libra axis, ushering a new dawn of desire and self-assurance.
July 22: Venus retrograde in Leo begins, bringing relationships and finances to a head.
Fire Signs
(Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius)
Healing your heart is a process that reaps positive outcomes if you begin at this moment in time.
Earth Signs
(Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn)
Relationships can evolve and reach new heights if you take the time to prioritize them.
Air Signs
(Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius)
Standing up for your beliefs will ignite the flame within and heighten your confidence.
Water Signs
(Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces)
Don’t ignite the signs that come your way — your intuition is supercharged right now.
The Strawberry Full Moon on June 3 at 8:42 PM PT and 11:42 PM ET is urging us to take a good, hard look in the mirror and make sure we are living our most authentic lives. If we are on the right path, then we’ll be planning for the future and if we aren’t on the right road, then we’re going to reflect on ways to improve our personal situations for the better.
Mars in Leo and Saturn in Pisces connect with the Full Moon, creating uncertainty (Mars pushes us forward and Saturn holds us back) about what we want to attain. The good news is that the asteroids Pallas and Lilith fire up the Sagittarius energy (since both asteroids are currently in the zodiac sign Leo). Pallas is pushing us to be a visionary and Lilith wants us to stop at nothing to be happy.
The astrology for the days surrounding the Full Moon brings lots of positive energy. Jupiter (the planetary ruler of the Moon) and the North Node of Destiny connect in Taurus on June 1, adding luck to the overall energy of the Full Moon. The day before the Full Moon, Mercury clears the post-retrograde cycle that began on May 14, when Mercury started to move forward from the planetary retrograde that lasted from April 21 to May 14. Now that we are out of the retroshade, we can think clearly and embrace our visions. Mercury and Uranus align in Taurus the day after the Full Moon, helping us lean into our newest dreams and goals.
Ritual for the Full Moon:
Sagittarius is a fun sign, which is why this Full Moon calls for us to light purple candles (the color of the fire sign we’re celebrating) and call in wonderful sentiments or desires from the universe. Ask yourself what you want to attain and maintain in your life — then add how you can expand on that to create an abundant life. You can dance to your favorite music when stating your affirmations — Sagittarius rules the hips so doing this will release old energy and bring new welcomed energy in.
Think outside-the-box to manifest an amazing and ambitious project for the future.
Setting boundaries ensures that no one takes advantage of your generosity and kindness.
Stop worrying about other people and use that energy to focus on improving your life.
Be the bigger person and make amends with others you’ve had issues with.
You’re taking major risks that could lead to big wins — if you’re lucky,
Home is where you feel comfortable and safe — so give your dwelling lots of TLC.
Use your words wisely and speak from the heart when you want to talk to your loved ones.
Your confidence is growing and allowing you to see how brilliant you are.
You have the power to change your life for the better and manifest your dreams into reality.
You’re finally allowing yourself to decompress and relax by putting yourself first.
Your social circle is evolving and expanding, making you a social butterfly.
You’re making moves at work that will have a positive impact on your future,
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
The week ahead is full of positivity. Venus in Cancer connects with Uranus in Taurus on May 26, adding adventure and excitement to matters of the heart. Later in the day, Mars in Leo squares the Nodes of Destiny, making the overall vibe sassy and fun. May 27’s First Quarter Moon in Virgo allows us to bring fresh energy into our lives. The Gemini Sun shares a fraught aspect with Saturn in Pisces on May 28, making us overly critical of ourselves. Embrace your amazing traits and characteristics. Be confident and bold.
Witchtip: Under the First Quarter Moon on May 27, down things that you want to expel and bring in. Then, light a white candle on your altar to promote healing, cleansing, and intention setting. After the candle is lit, read the list out loud and take a big exhale as cite the sentiments that you’re wanting to get rid of, and inhale the energy that you wish to add to your life.
Talking out your frustrations with a close friend or confidant will give you a whole new perspective on situations. As long as you are honest and upfront about what’s going on and your part in things, you’ll be able to problem solve such matters swiftly with their help and guidance.
Although you’re wanting to move forward at top speed, this isn’t the time for you to elevate your ambitions. Rather, a moment of reflection and clarity to understand how you can achieve your goals without having any problems down the road. Contemplation is essential in order to attain future aspirations.
As the social butterfly of the zodiac, friendships mean a lot to you. Right now, you’re refining your list and deciding who makes you feel safe and secure instead of worrying about what they think of you. Although your list may get shorter, you’re pulling quality people into your life.
Work is an escape from everyday problems. While you may be happy constantly burning the midnight oil, you’re missing out on many things that also bring pleasure to you. Remember, it’s important to have balance in life and to have “you” time. Have some fun out of the office, too.
Unexpected obstacles will stand in your way. Instead of trying to make everything perfect, use this as a learning curve and try another avenue. In situations like these, troubleshooting can lead to more inconveniences. It’s best to reboot and figure out another option that can lead you towards your endgame.
In an effort to avoid confrontation, you usually run away from problems. This week is your chance to face them head on. Even though you’re scared to do so, it’ll be cathartic and healing for you. Speaking up and letting your voice be heard will give you immense inner strength.
Be sure to weigh all of your professional options in regards to a job offer or opportunity that doesn't align with your aspirations. Maybe the offer is something you've been wanting for a long time, but the circumstances don’t feel 100% right. Listen to your intuition before making any moves.
You haven’t had enough time to focus on personal matters these days, and now you're being forced to sit with yourself on a very unique and powerful level to figure out how to proceed. There is an unfolding happening before you, a re-birthing of sorts that will propel you forward.
Embracing your inner child can help mend your heart. Accepting the parts of yourself that you love can heal the past. Write a love letter to yourself to help in releasing old wounds from youth and to gain self-acceptance. You have the power, capacity, and courage to transcend and grow.
Owning your past mistakes takes a lot of guts. If you feel as though you have wronged someone in the past or made a bad decision, it’s never too late to augment matters and do the right thing — as long as you’re coming from a sincere and genuine place.
Your closest loved ones can help you get out of a self-imposed rut if you let them. There are a ton of people who want to see you thrive, you just have to let them in and allow them to be of service to you. Everyone is on your side.
Take a long, hard look in the mirror and note your fabulousness. The more TLC you give to yourself, the better you’ll feel. Make sure that you state positive affirmations to yourself twice a day to ensure that you know your worth — which is extremely high and beyond amazing.
Astrology by Lisa Stardust
Jupiter in Taurus squares Pluto retrograde in Aquarius on May 17, aiming to heighten our ambition. The Taurus Sun connects with Neptune in Pisces on May 18, allowing us to get lost in a daydream. Mercury in Taurus and Saturn in Pisces harmonize on May 19, urging us to hold our tongues before expressing ourselves impulsively. The Taurus New Moon on May 19 offers a fresh start and opportunity to begin again. Mars enters Leo on the morning of May 20, pushing us to take action towards attaining what we love. Later in the day, Mars and Pluto retrograde oppose each other, causing temperamental meltdowns and power struggles. The Sun glides into Gemini on May 21, making us communicate effectively. Hours later, the Sun and Pluto retrograde link up, creating a dynamic and exciting vibe. The Sun aspects Mars on May 22, energizing our lives. Mars and Jupiter square off on May 23, bringing optimism and courage to our spirit.
Make New Moon water on May 19. Set a cup or bucket of water by the window or outside and let it absorb the lunar energy. Place a label on the bottle that states the date, sign, and phase of the lunation. You can save the water for abundance spells, self-care regimens, or glamor spells. You can use it now, if you desire to, by adding it to your planets and gardening routine. This magical water will help your intentions grow, while the plants and flowers begin to bloom.
Colleagues and contacts might start reaching out for work out-of-the-blue, making it a fantastic week for planning and getting things ready for you to make a re-entrance in the very near future. Make sure that you’re being compensated for the amount of work and time you’re putting into these ventures.
There is an unfolding happening before you, a re-birthing process so to speak. You'll feel renewed as the new moon glides through your sign, giving you a wondrous sense of accomplishment. Whatever dream you manifest can become a reality — so set the intention that most aligns with your current visions.
Try not to get too caught up in other people's lives. The issue is that you can become super involved in helping others and not spending enough time improving your life. Be a helping hand to those you care about without letting it consume your energy throughout the week.
If you’re longing to reconnect with old peers, you’ll have a lot of luck recreating the relationship that you once had. Use this week as an opportunity to align with those with whom you’ve lost touch with. Reminisce about the past and share a few laughs while forging a friendship.
This week brings luck to your career, allowing you to ask for a raise or promotion. As long as you’re direct about what you want — it will define happen. Stand strong with confidence when you ask for advancement in order to show others that you’re capable of achieving anything.
If you’ve been longing for an adventure, now is the time to make your daydreams come alive. Start making plans and take action to explore the world and to learn about different philosophies. With an open mind and heart, you can make your personal vision quest come alive in reality.
You’re a butterfly, who wants to spread your wings and fly. The caveat is that you have to embrace the changes and personal metamorphosis that are currently happening in order to fully evolve emotionally. Once you do so, you can totally open yourself up to new possibilities and completely transform.
The time to discuss and define your intentions regarding relationships is now. Rather then run away from having emotional conversations, try to be open to them in order to move partnerships forward and to heal the past — especially if there are old wounds that need to be mended right now.
Recently, you’ve been super reflective about the past — which has held you back from moving onward and forward in life. Now, you have the momentum to give your all — without looking back. Lean into your innate talents and start manifesting your desires to achieve greatness in your pursuits.
This is your moment to step out of your comfort zone. Instead of doing the same thing over-and-over everyday, you can opt to mix your daily routine up. The result of doing so will awaken your heart and spirit, giving you the stamina to breathe new energy into your life.
Home is where your heart is, which is why it’s important to connect with your dwelling. Give it some TLC by doing repairs or a touch of spring cleaning. The more kindness and time you spend on maintaining your home, the purer and lighter the vibe will be for you.
You are now entering your busy era. Previously, you had a lot of time to complete projects and tasks. Suddenly, your calendar is popping with appointments, meetings, and get-togethers, making you the most sought after fish in the sea. Enjoy your popularity and try to have fun in the moment.