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May 4th
New Moon at 14° of Taurus at 3:46 PM PT
Growth requires that we risk what keeps us comfortable but ultimately stifled. Growth requires that we learn how to handle exposure to our own uncertainty. Growth requires that we become tolerant of the kind of discomfort that is necessary for our ultimate blossoming.
Growth requires our patience. Quantum leaps aren’t made in an instant. It may look like it from the outside, but the inner world knows otherwise. It’s only privately and painstakingly that we uncover, layer by layer, our gifts and how to use them.
The new moon in Taurus arrives on May 4that 3:46 PM PT. Taurus is a sign famous for its love of comfort, beauty, and stability. It’s a sign that knows how to appreciate sensual pleasures, sharing them with whomever is smart enough to slow down to join.
However.
The part of our chart that contains Taurus is going through tremendous change at the moment due to Uranus’s transit through its pastures. This new moon is co-present with Uranus, the planet of innovation, creative chaos, and change. For the first time in over 80 years, the new moon is conjunct Uranus in Taurus and its groundbreaking impact asks us to follow suit in the most thoughtful of ways.
Change in vain is just shifting what doesn’t work from one place to another. Change in vain means we still have to deal with what didn’t work, just later or under a different light. In order to actually reinvent a part of our lives, we have to allow the required shift to roll through our entire being. Changing one thing in earnest changes all other aspects of self.
Over the next few weeks, the area of our chart that contains Taurus will be outlining the breakthroughs that Uranus is asking us to take part in. This astrology is part of a larger pattern that will unfold over the next 7 years so what we are beginning now has the power to disrupt, excite, and innovate for years to come.
This new moon is sextile Neptune, infusing it with a dreamy vision and an imaginative flare, and trine Saturn and Pluto, granting us the ability to build with greater ease and determination than usual.
Taurus Season reminds us that we need to be in it for the long-haul if we ever expect to see results. Begin building now what you wish to work on for years to come.
May 5th
Mars in Gemini opposes Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius at 23°
She’s hungry today.
As Mars comes in direct line with Jupiter, The Magnanimous Magnifier, the desire to win is amped. The Warrior is always ready to pursue its desires, but egged on by Jupiter, Mars sets its sights on bigger prizes. Today we may feel invincible, so it’s good to remember that winning many things isn’t as good at conquering the one or two that are true to our heart.
May 6th
Mercury enters Taurus
Not your regular roam through Taurus, the Messenger will soon saunter straight into Uranus, awakening all kinds of communication channels. The slow and steady style of Taurus is unchangeable, but the planets that transit through the early degrees of the sign get connected to many an out-of-the-blue opportunity. Be on the lookout for messages that disturb your everyday in the best of ways.
May 7th
Venus in Aries square Saturn Rx in Capricorn at 20°
A little tenderness goes a long way today. Many will feel this transit as a hard no where there should be an inviting yes. Boundary issues in relationships become a big deal under these influences. Little transgressions feel like a major invasion. Minor rejections can feel like the end of the world. Try not to take things that aren’t about you to heart. Try to articulate your needs to yourself first. As long as you know them, you’ll be able to state them with clarity. Whether or not anyone else chooses to hear you isn’t on you.
May 8th
Mercury conjunct Uranus in Taurus at 3°
Today’s astrology brings with it unexpected news, innovative ideas, and the kind of conversations that have inner light-bulbs blazing. Some ideas are hairbrained but entertaining while others are quality content and yours for the making. The trick, as always, is to know the difference.
Sun in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces at 18°
The sun and Neptune in sextile with one another help us envision and imagine what has yet to come into being. Mixed with Mercury’s conjunction with Uranus, today’s astrology brings all kinds of magical mishaps.
May 9th
Venus in Aries trine Jupiter Rx in Sagittarius at 23°
Venus in Aries square Pluto Rx in Capricorn at 23°
At virtually the same time, Venus is blessed and possessed.
Showered with abundant gifts from Jupiter, Venus opens up pathways of opportunity for us through our relationships, connections, and ability to help others feel at ease. Shown the door by Pluto, Venus is dropped into the underworld of relationship dynamics and all that they uncover, recover, and have us running for cover from. This mixed blessing is better than a straight up shot as it helps us take our medicine with a little more grace than usual. Pay attention to the deep, and generally unconscious behaviors that relationship dynamics reveal today. They’ll most likely uncover something that’s more of a gem than the horror it first appears as. This is the hardest corner for Venus to turn this month and as it does (if it’s impacted us) we’ll most likely feel a rebirth after today.
May 11th
Sun in Taurus trine Saturn Rx in Capricorn, both at 20°
Over the next couple of days, the sun gets to ease into its work while making excellent progress. In Taurus, planets pursue pleasure. This week they do so while also getting the job done, begging the question, can we do both and what would that look like? Labor is our life in action, spending it doing work in ways that feed our soul is an incredible privilege. If you have it, find some joy for what you do and how you do it.
May 13th
Sun in Taurus trine Pluto Rx in Capricorn at 23°
The deeper the connection we have with what we are building, the more attractive it becomes to others. Today’s astrology has the ability to draw the resources we need to us, so go to great lengths when you are working behind the scenes, it all adds to the glow you’ve got going.
May 14th
Venus in Aries sextile Mars in Gemini at 29°
It’s been a little turbulent on the relationship front, but as Venus exits one of the signs, she has the hardest time in, she gets a boost from her current ruler. Today’s astrology encourages us to do, say, or move towards what we desire.
May 15th
Venus enters Taurus
One of the sweetest signs for Venus to be in, the Goddess is especially abundant in her blessings during this transit. Venus in Taurus gives aid to everything moving through this sign, and therefore helps us to build innovatively, generatively, and with great style. This is the time to focus on what in your life is ready to work with you. Extra fertile now, the house in your chart that contains Taurus is awaiting your attention. Don’t ignore what wants to love you.
Mercury in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces at 18°
Today, sweet sentiments are exchanged between the Messenger and the Dreamer. Take advantage of this aspect by writing and reading poetry, fantasy, and science fiction that remind you that this world isn’t the only one we can create. Take advantage of this astrology by spending time imagining what it might be to heal, relax, and let go of a little stress even if just for a moment.
Mars enters Cancer
One of the most challenging signs for Mars to be in, the beginning of this transit will be much easier than the end of it. For now, Mars in Cancer helps to warm the waters of, and encourage activity in, the house in our chart that contains Cancer.
May 16th
Mercury in Taurus trine Saturn Rx in Capricorn at 20°
Today and tomorrow, Mercury curates the kinds of conversations that help us solidify details, make deals, and get the finer points firmed up. It’s an orgy of organization. Write your lists and check off your accomplishments. The satisfaction will be considerate.
May 17th
Mercury in Taurus trine Pluto Rx in Capricorn at 23°
Today wraps up Mercury’s little bump and grind with Saturn and Pluto. A wealth of information is available to those who dig for it, follow its leads, and inquire in respectful ways about it. This kind of astrology helps us have conversations that make an impact. Get your most important messages to those who’s ear you most wish to bend.
Aries & Aries Rising
I disrupt any thought that tells me I am not worthy. I interrupt any message that tries to cut back new and promising growth. I cut ties with the lies that would have me wither rather than bloom.
I use my resources for my liberation. I reinvest whatever I have access to into my long-term health. My wealth is my creativity. My wealth is my ability to care. My wealth is found in my connection to life in all its forms. With this new moon I recommit to paying attention to these abundant accounts. With this new moon I enrich all my projects with my care for them. With this new moon I infuse all of my investments with my steadfast attention. The more I understand what gives me a solid rate of return, the more of my energy I can devote in the direction of my development.
Over the next couple of weeks, I will see how I can be instrumental in the recreation of my resources. I know that I was given the assets I need. I know my talent is bountiful. I know that given the right conditions it flourishes, so to the best of my ability I commit to creating a place for it to feel at home.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Taurus & Taurus Rising
I disrupt myself when necessary. When clinging to fears, resentments, or the need to please, I willingly turn my back on less than helpful beliefs. I choose to ground myself in the blessings of my life. I choose to turn down the volume of my inner saboteur by blasting better beats. Rhythms of work well done, medication taken, naps enjoyed, a good moment with a friend, animal, or in nature drown out the inner and outer naysayers. Every time I change the station it strengthens my systems of inner attunement.
I disrupt doing any injustice to myself when possible.
I know that discounting my gifts sends them away. I know that discrediting my talent hurts its feelings. I know that putting down my passions pisses them off. I do my best to respect my drive and what it wants to do. I do my best to facilitate getting it into its lane. Like a prayer, I do my best to put love on what is beautiful in my life. Everyday. I don’t rely on the work of last year, last week, or yesterday. I know that every morning I’ve got to begin again with as much joy as I can recall, with as much humor as I can muster, and with as much gratitude for all the sides of me that I can gather. Wherever I am, whatever I am doing, I promise to be a more loving, considerate, and caring partner to myself.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Gemini & Gemini Rising
Feeling sorry for myself is ok as long as it’s brief. It’s not a long-term answer to life. I remind myself that feelings of worthlessness have no logic to back them up. Feelings of self-pity are only trying to convince me to keep my view of the world small. They tell me I’m on my own. That no one is around to help. That no one really cares.
These messages are a lie.
Self-pity spins all kinds of horror stories and it’s my job to check the plot lines. Generally twisted, these tales are too far-reaching to be true. I am not alone. I am worthy of love and care. I am here for a reason. I refuse to be a partner to the kind of crime against myself that would have me feeling unworthy.
With this new moon I recommit to caring for my inner life. Nurturing my inner world. Cultivating the richness that lies within. I am blessed when reaping the fruits of my inner labor. I remind myself not to focus solely on the messages of the outer world. I remind myself to touch base with my interior experience. I know that the signs, signals, and feelings that ring true to my intuitive self are always my best guide, but I have little access to them when I don’t take the time to check in. If there is one thing for me to disrupt with this new moon, it’s my addiction to feedback from the outside world. Right now, I’m learning to attune myself to myself, so that I’m a better lover, friend, and ally to all.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Cancer & Cancer Rising
The team I surround myself with is a dream. No nightmares allowed in this circle. I save space for innovators, brave hearts, builders with pride in their craft, and those who want to work alongside the best in the business. Creativity proliferates in supportive environments, so I save mine for the spaces that believe in the work that gets our collective motors running.
My success is only as good as it can be our success.
Those that are in it for only themselves are exposed under these skies, and once I see that this is so, it’s in my best interest to divest my energy from the situation. Vulnerability is a strength shared only by those brave enough to want something for the collective good. When I care for more than just my own success, I have a direct connection to the greatest source of abundance. I partner with those that do too. I connect with those that want us all to come up by connecting in to our collective health.
When I risk caring about others, I am more in-touch with my strength, even if life has taught me otherwise. I know to stay shut down is to stay too small to turn the lead of life into something lighter to lift up. Besides, rejection isn’t actually scary when I’m on my own side. None save for myself can ever disrupt my relationship to me, so no matter who does or doesn’t care, I always have my back.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Leo & Leo Rising
I’m here to make a scene. Paint a picture. Disrupt what is downright ridiculous and archaic in this day and age. Those that came before me fought too hard to see me squander any opportunity I have to remake what is out of date.
I give my all to the projects I know have great potential. I give myself room to make mistakes in public. I know that paying attention to the quality of my presence is more powerful than trying to be perfect. I want people to feel my heart in all I do, whether or not they are impressed with what I got right is none of my business. I know that practice is essential. Preparedness is priceless. But without witnessing the moment, they’ll most likely fly by without me actually enjoying them. Each opportunity that I get to show the world what I’ve got is only going to come once. I want to enjoy it. There will be pressure, but I can learn to roll with that too. There will be chaos, but every creative moment is a full-on mess. There will be moments of epic doubt, but those are usually a good sign. What monument was ever built without a little reconstruction?
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Virgo & Virgo Rising
With this new moon I commit to going my own way. Fully. For my health and well-being. For the greater good of all involved, I dedicate myself to the path that is in-front of me. Unwilling to resist it, doubt it, or belittle it, I know that I am perfectly placed.
The future is unknown, so the only thing I can do is to trust my intuition. Where I go from here needs only to feel like the next right move. Not the only move. I remember that there are many small advancements and setbacks to living a life. When I add all those up, a whole journey happens. Where I’m meant to go unfolds slowly over time, with quick advancements here and there.
Trusting the process isn’t always easy and it’s not necessarily natural, but like with all new things, practicing it makes perfect sense. With this new moon, I commit to taking the risks I know are mine to take. Taking the pathways that are begging me to give them a go. Taking a chance on the dreams that refuse to release me. Taking all I want to learn, teach, publish, and put out into the world seriously.
With this new moon I commit to creating the kind of groundbreaking work that is worthy of the long journey it will take me on, and all it requires me to open up to along the way.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Libra & Libra Rising
Whatever I feel, whenever I feel it, however it reveals itself to me, it is welcome. My feelings are welcome to express themselves, make themselves known, and make their way to my conscious awareness any time they need to. I am not afraid of what I might feel, but I am terrified of becoming complacent to any side effect of life that I’ve survived. I might need to numb out as a coping strategy, but eventually I’ll have to thaw. Cry. Sweat. Struggle my way out of the self-protective haze. I am growing my capacity to hold space for my feelings. I am growing my awareness of my emotional needs. I am reinventing my relationship to my mental health. Whatever encourages it, without condemning it, is the kind of cure I can take consistently.
Little by little, the healing I do adds up.
I’m not here to solve anything “wrong” with me, but I am committed to compassionately bearing witness to my journey through it all. I am here to disrupt any false story about my ability to co-create a life of depth and meaning. I am here to interrupt any unconscious collaboration I’ve been in with self-doubt. I am here to fully engage with my potential which means taking some time to care for my needs, no matter what else my life asks of me. I serve my wellness with great appreciation for the rewards the rest of my life receives.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Scorpio & Scorpio Rising
Love tells the truth. Every time. It never forgets the small acts of kindness exchanged. The time spent in consideration of its needs. The depth of attention paid it. The love in my life needs constant affirmation, consideration, and words of appreciation. No power so great should go neglected. Every avenue of affection reminds me how close I am to getting back to the many sources of sweetness in my life.
The connection in my life brings clarity. It doesn’t distort me like other things do. It never refuses me like I worry other people will. I have often forgotten how to get back to it, but each time I commit to discovering more routes to it, they reveal themselves. I need other people to help me access these spaces, but I don’t need other people to be any specific way in order to do so. I work on radically accepting myself and others as we are. I work on telling myself the truth about those that I am in partnership with. I know that when honest, love grows stronger but, when not, it loses steam almost instantaneously. In the end, I want to be like love; joyfully telling the truth no matter who I’m with, where I go, or who is there when I arrive.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Sagittarius & Sagittarius Rising
With this new moon I set intentions to disrupt what doesn’t make sense. I work to make a professional mark that others have never conceived of but have been unknowingly searching for. With this new moon I recommit to working with what excites me, awakens my creativity, and invites ingenuity to move through me. I know that what I have to offer is honest to goodness raw talent. I know that the more I focus on developing a relationship to it the better I am at harnessing it.
But I never want to stifle its energetic expression.
I like its rough edges. I honor its unruly ways. I know not everyone appreciates its ability to turn over a table or two, but clearing a path is part of what I have to do. I don’t disrupt to cause a scene, but I don’t think twice about breaking patterns that run counter to creating abundantly.
One of the most thoughtful ways to interrupt the ails of capitalism is to demand enough for all, equality for everyone, and an overflow when resources are channeled responsibly. I’m working towards the good of all involved and, in order to do so, I encourage what my instincts passionately pursue.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Capricorn & Capricorn Rising
I allow myself to move past the need to make things that are right and try instead to make things that are resonant. I disrupt my self-doubt with experimentation. I sidetrack my fears with a little extra time in the lab. I curate the experiences that bring me joy so that when I feel lackluster, I remember to absorb all that is rejuvenating in this moment.
With this new moon I recommit to creating with my own pleasure in mind. I know that a little joy is incredibly potent so I pack it in when and where I can. I know that what I am making right now has the ability to recreate me with honesty. I know that I’m changed for the better each time I’m able to put a dent in the blocks that have stopped me from making what I most want to see in the world. Each little chip is a triumph to remember when I’ve lost sight of my ability to outsmart the most devious of my internal self-critiquing monsters.
With this new moon I make it a point to declare what I am bringing into being. With this new moon I commit to the changes I’ll have to go through to do so. With this new moon I make room for euphoric moments. Even if they are fleeting, they are still soulfully fulfilling.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Aquarius & Aquarius Rising
Just because my parents did, doesn’t mean I have to. Just because my caregivers didn’t, doesn’t mean I can’t. Just because the people I come from couldn’t, doesn’t mean it’s out of the question for me to. I honor my past but break from the customs that can’t carry me forward.
It’s more respectful to my lineage to forge a new path then to stay stuck in a lane not meant for me.
I work with May’s new moon to remind myself it’s my job to break the habits and patterns that those before me couldn’t or wouldn’t. It’s my job to restructure the foundations that are unsound, unsafe to build upon, or unworthy of the effort to do so. It takes time to lay ground that is sturdy enough to hold a life. It’s ok if it takes longer than I expected. It’s worth every minute, every effort, every late night and early morning.
With this new moon I remember to surround myself with the kind of beauty that seeps into my soul. Reflects the truth of who I am. Remembers me when I forget myself. Beautifying my space isn’t frivolous, it’s a ritual that heals those parts of me that might feel like life is futile at times. A little lift of the soul can reorient away from problems to possibility.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd.
Pisces & Pisces Rising
Some messages are hard to receive, but many are more difficult to express. Some of the sentiments that I want to get off my chest right now might demand that I’m able to break through an internal barrier. Sometimes it’s necessary to push myself past my comfort zone by stating my truth (at least to myself). Receiving some sentiments are clearly nothing but a deal breaker.
I start every decision process by telling myself the truth.
This new moon might ask me to communicate in ways that rock the boat, but ways that also awaken in me a resolve to be honest. There’s no room to grow in a lie. There’s nowhere to go on a hamster wheel. There’s no way for me to be both committed to my unfolding and afraid to be honest with those that need me to be.
As new adventures rock my daily routine I know that being nimble is key if I’m going to thrive. As my short-term plans shift around, I know to stay calm and in the center of the storm, no matter how exciting. I stay committed to my daily routines. Connected to all that is conspiring with my grounded growth.
If you want more sign-specific information on how to build with this new moon and lunar cycle, I’ve got a reading, ritual, and guided meditation for you in A Workshop for the New Moon in Taurus, Full Moon in Scorpio and the Lunar Cycle from May 4th– June 2nd