May 2023 Astrology
MAY 1
PLUTO RETROGRADE
Pluto will move station retrograde and will be there until October 11th. It moves back and forth into Capricorn and does not settle into Aquarius for good until January 2024.
MAY 5
FULL MOON/LUNAR ECLIPSE IN SCORPIO
The Full Moon is a time of fulfillment of what was started at the New Moon two weeks before. A time to be grateful and to be aware of what has come full circle in your life. This full moon is in the sign of Scorpio so it will be intense, intuitive, transformative, and regenerative. You may find that you are moody and extra sensitive now. This is a time of change, of releasing the old way of doing things that no longer serve you. This Moon brings a chance to see where you experience emotional satisfaction and what brings meaning into your life. Listen to your intuition and instincts then connect to your inner power. Let go of anything that could be holding you back. The Full Moon in Scorpio brings illumination into what is hidden deep inside- your dreams, desires, and aspirations. And then you can bring healing to your emotional issues. You are being asked to let go of what is no longer needed - this may be energetic or psychic in nature because of the influence of Scorpio.
Eclipses open up portals of change and bring focus to the sign and house in our birth charts that they occur in. This New Moon will bring out the unique and original thoughts of how to move forward. occurred on May 5th.
Eclipses open up portals of change. They can bring us very quickly into new energy. There is always an element of surprise with eclipses. They can mark a turning point in your life. The Lunar Eclipse is always a time for final endings so this may be an emotional time when you are looking back on memories from the past.
Ruling Planet ~ Pluto
Element ~ Water
Fixed Sign
Angel to work with is Jeremiel
Crystals to work with ~ astrophyllite, dioptase, kunzite, malachite, moonstone, opal, ruby, unakite
Colors to work with ~ deep, dark shades of red, russet brown, shadow black, stone gray, light green, and yellow
Herbs to work with ~ sage, basil, borage, chervil, nutmeg, clove, and saffron
ARCHANGEL JEREMIEL
The Archangel associated with the sign of Scorpio is Archangel Jeremiel - referred to as the Mercy of God. Jeremiel helps you to review your life in accordance with the lessons you are supposed to learn in this lifetime. Call on Jeremiel when you are not happy and he will help you find the root cause so that you can make changes. He will help you replace old negative patterns with new positive ones. He often appears in dreams or visions- his color is purple.
MAY 7
VENUS MOVES INTO CANCER
There is a gentle emotional quality to this energy that can be quite lovely but it can also be a bit cranky and clingy
MAY 9
SUN CONJUNCT URANUS IN TAURUS
This is exciting , freedom loving energy illuminating who you are in your relationships and home life. There may be unexpected surprises!
MAY 12
MERCURY SEXTILE SATURN
This is an excellent time for business communication. This is a time of sound judgment and clear thinking and on the same day
VENUS TRINE SATURN
This is a romantic and dreamy energy that brings connections. This is a good time to build Strong foundations
MAY 14
MERCURY IN TAURUS STATION DIRECT
Hooray! We made it through Mercury retrograde. We are still in the shadow period until June 6th so keep double checking your communications and your banking and finances.
MAY 16
JUPITER MOVES INTO TAURUS
Jupiter always brings optimism , luck and blessings wherever it lands. Jupiter in Taurus expands all of the Taurus themes in a positive way- your home, money, finances, good food, cozy and intimate surroundings - enjoy this time!
MAY 19
NEW MOON IN TAURUS
The New Moon is a time for new beginnings. A time to set goals and make the plans needed to implement them. This is the perfect Moon for the sign of Taurus. Taurus brings stability - it wants you to slow down and appreciate your hearth and home. Taurus loves creature comforts- good food, comfortable surroundings, and material things. Taurus is ruled by Venus, which is the planet of beauty and value. Taurus has a focus on appearance so this is a good time to start beautifying things around your home. Taurus is also about value and material success. - this is a good time to check in with your feelings about money and what you value. Taurus is all about sustaining security and developing things.
This is a perfect time to literally plant seeds in the garden. Taurus is an Earth sign so you are sure to feel good about digging around in the dirt. It will also help you to feel grounded, which is so needed during these uncertain times. And as you plant seeds in the ground, you will also be planting the seeds of your new intentions. This is the time to think about your goals, looking forward to your future- and rooting them into the Earth so they can grow and thrive.
Slow down, make a delicious meal, settle into your comfy chair, and set your intentions.
Ruling planet - Venus Element - Earth Fixed Sign
Angels to work with are Asmodel and Tual
Crystals to work with are carnelian, copper, diamond, jade, kunzite, and selenite
Colors to work with are all shades of blue and green, turquoise and soft, rose pinks
Herbs to work with are mint, thyme, elderberry, marshmallow, catnip, honeysuckle, jasmine and wormwood.
MAY 20
MARS MOVES INTO LEO
Mars brings energy to Leo. Things may be dramatic and glamorous. It could also bring arrogance and the need to be right in any argument.
MAY 21
SUN TRINE PLUTO
This is a good time to do research. Our minds will be always thinking, digging deep to find our truths.
MAY 21
SUN ENTERS GEMINI
Let the party begin. The sign of Gemini loves socializing and any form of communication Short term travel is favored.
MAY 22
MARS SQUARE JUPITER
Jupiter can expand and magnify the arrogance and the need to be right!
MAY 26
VENUS SEXTILE TAURUS
This is a wonderful time for love and for your money.
MAY 28
SUN SQUARE SATURN
Saturn will bring down the Sun’s natural energy. It can be a slow time.
