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Be like the tree, change your leaves and keep your roots… Change your ideas and keep your principles! ― Tibetan proverb
As Uranus, the Great Awakener, moves into Gemini for the next seven years, we are being challenged to integrate major change, unprecedented technology and threats of war and upheaval (Uranus in Gemini) into our need to stay grounded and peaceful and to adhere to our values (Uranus in Taurus). While it is always scary to move into uncharted territory, Uranus in Gemini is the very definition of innovation and imagination.
Key historical periods of Uranus in Gemini were characterized by defined ideological divisions and include the American Revolution (1774–1782), the American Civil War (1859–1866), and WWII (1941–1949). Advances in technology are often key disrupters of established social structures. Sounds like what we are going through now, doesn’t it? Though scary and hard on the nerves, I believe it is the Universe acting to clear out the stale, unusable, dangerous elements of society to bring in a new paradigm. Go with the flow as much as possible and change your ideas, but always, always keep your values, your principles and your roots.
Other major planetary sign changes now are:
April 25: Uranus Enters Gemini
May 6: Pluto Turns Retrograde
May 2: Mercury Enters Taurus
May 17: Mercury Enters Gemini
May 18: Venus Enters Cancer
May 18: Mars Enters Taurus
May 20: Sun Enters Gemini
May 1: Full Moon at 11 Degrees Scorpio at 1:23 PM EST. The Sabian Symbol for 11 Degrees Scorpio is: “A brilliant assembly of dignitaries at an official embassy ball.” This Scorpio Full Moon certainly speaks to the US political scene where outer appearances, manners and protocol cover up a multitude of excess and moral decay. The Moon in Scorpio is excellent at exposing the underbelly of everything it touches. It should be interesting!
On a personal level, the Scorpio Moon asks you to look deeply within to check whether you are being true to yourself. Ask yourself: “Do I feel I need to put on a false front or “airs’ in order to belong?”
May 2: Mercury Enters Taurus. Mercury in Aries led to fast, unstructured thoughts with an underlying sense of urgency. Now, with Mercury in Taurus (until May 17) you have a chance to slow down and to ground your thoughts. Use Mercury in Taurus to ground those wild Aries thoughts in a practical, focused way. Mercury in Taurus is especially beneficial for sorting out financial matters.
May 4: Mars Square Jupiter at 19 Degrees Aries/Cancer. Accomplishment!! Use this dynamic, energetic aspect to make short work of those tasks you have been putting off. Avoid conflicts now. Any small disagreement can escalate quickly when Mars’ fighting spirit combines with Jupiter’s tendency to expand whatever it touches. Add in a touch of stubbornness when Mercury is square Pluto on May 5 and caution is advised. Luckily, it is a short-lived aspect as Mercury moves quickly.
May 6: Mars at 20 Aries Sesiquiquadrate South Node at 5 Degrees Virgo. Pluto at 5 Degrees Aquarius Quincunx South Node at 5 Degrees Virgo. Pluto Turns Retrograde. We are definitely feeling an unsettled, moody, introspective energy today. Pluto retrograde in Aquarius begins a five-month period where you are charged with turning inward to do some deep shadow work, especially Issues around control: Ask Yourself: “Who is controlling whom? Who is really in control?” Since such deep work can bring up fear and anxiety, use this time to find your own sense of security and safety.
May 16: New Moon at 26 Degrees Taurus. New Moon Square Jupiter at 21 Degrees Cancer. Mars Conjunct Chiron at 28 Degrees Aries Sextile Venus at 28 Degrees Gemini. The New Moon in Taurus is about stability, financial security and planning for the future. I love how the Universe gifts us with this commonsense Moon right when we need it most. The Taurus New Moon acts like a touchstone to help us stay calm and centered as Uranus enters Gemini and chaos and unprecedented events are part of the astrological landscape. Jupiter in aspect to the Taurus New Moon adds a sense of optimism.
Taurus rules the earth and all of earth’s fauna and flora, so make time to get out in nature. Beautifying your home space and yard is another Taurean activity.
May 17: Mercury Enters Gemini and Mercury Conjunct Uranus. Thoughts, thoughts, and more thoughts, some of them innovative and some of them just plain strange. That’s the flavor of Mercury conjunct Uranus until May 19 and Mercury in Gemini until June 1. Watch for brilliant insights during these time periods.
May 18: Venus Enters Cancer. Venus in Cancer until June 13 brings out your nurturing and protective instincts around those you care about. This is generally a beneficial, loving Venus connection. However, it can also tend toward a moody, self-protective, overly cautious way of dealing with others. Check your emotional motivations when interacting with others when Venus is in Cancer.
May 18: Mars Enters Taurus. Mars in Taurus gives me the image of a bulldog actively and ferociously (Mars) guarding his/her territory to keep it secure (Taurus). Mars typically likes action and the more and faster the action the better. Mars energy confronted with Taurus’ staid persona needs an outlet to function at its best. Use Mars in Taurus until June 28 to make active progress toward stabilizing your security needs. Pay attention to your values. Ask Yourself: Are my values in tune with my lifestyle? If not, Mars in Taurus is a good time to begin to correct the imbalance.
May 20: Sun Enters Gemini. Your curiosity peaks and you become more sociable and communicative when the Sun is in Gemini until June 21. Short trips and short classes for fun and mind expansion are favored now. Sun in Gemini can scatter your energy and bring a loss of focus, so pay attention and stay off the cell phone when driving.
May 22: Sun Conjunct Uranus at 1 Degree Gemini. Venus Square Neptune at 4 Degrees Cancer/Aries. Venus Trine North Node at 4 Degrees Cancer/Pisces. When the Sun is conjunct Uranus, expect the unexpected and everything in between. Venus square Neptune tends to bring even more confusion, though it does soften the energy some.
May 26: Sun Trine Pluto at 5 Degrees Gemini/Aquarius. Mars Square Pluto at 5 Degrees Taurus/Aquarius. Powerful energy is the norm today with the Sun trine Pluto and Mars square Pluto. The Sun trine Pluto is a harmonious aspect that is custom made for letting go of old, unhelpful habits. It brings the ability for deep internal focus and for addressing complex challenges. Hidden truths may emerge now.
Mars square Pluto brings the desire to act (Mars), along with the desire for deep transformation (Pluto). Handled mindfully, these aspects can help you overcome longstanding issues, especially issues around self-sabotage. Be careful though. You may come across as overly aggressive or controlling now.
May 28: Venus Square Saturn at 11 Degrees Cancer/Aries. Caution is urged in relationship matters now. You may be assessing the loyalty and true connection of your business and personal relationships. Any problem areas become glaringly obvious now. However, be careful not to over-react as Venus is square Saturn in Cardinal signs Cancer and Aries
May 31: Full Moon at 10 Degrees Sagittarius at 4:45 AM EST. It’s time to ease up on some of that Taurus caution. Instead, lace up the hiking boots and explore a new travel itinerary. This Sagittarius Full Moon brings the urge for fun, adventure, freedom and new and expanding horizons. New career paths and new business launches could open up now, especially those requiring travel or exploration.
Moon Movement During May 2026: Note: Dates given are for New York City, NY. The time of the Moon’s movement into a sign will vary depending on where you live.
May 1: Moon in Scorpio
May 1: Full Moon at 11 Degrees 20 Minutes Scorpio at 1:23 PM ES
May 3: Moon enters Sagittarius
May 5: Moon enters Capricorn
May 8 Moon enters Aquarius
May 10: Moon enters Pisces
May 12: Moon enters Aries
May 14: Moon enters Taurus
May 16: New Moon at 25 Degrees 57 Minutes Taurus at 4:00 PM EST
May 16: Moon enters Gemini
May 18: Moon enters Cancer
May 20: Moon enters Leo
May 23: Moon enters Virgo
May 25: Moon enters Libra
May 27: Moon enters Scorpio
May 30: Moon enters Sagittarius
May 31: Full Moon at 9 Degrees 55 Minutes Sagittarius at 4:45 AM EST
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