Mercury is Direct in Taurus. Black Moon Lilith just went in Scorpio to evoke the Femme Fatale, the temptress and the witch within. Mars is getting ready to back into Scorpio, his home turf on Friday until August. Despite the seemingly light and airy Gemini vibes, the undertones are deep and dark. Tread carefully.
The Sun and Venus are in the airy, dual sign of Gemini reminding us that we always have choices. No one wants to be backed into a corner, and if pushed too far, don't be surprised if they fly. It's essential to remain focused yet flexible as we say goodbye to the crazy muck that was May.
May 23-29th 2016
Aries:
Everything is changing this week, Aries. Three major events to be exact. Number one: your ruling planet, Mars is backing up into your house of change and transformation. This is part two of a story that started to play out in January and February. It’s a rather fantastic opportunity for a major re-do around something that hasn't been working over the past few months. What could be better than a second chance? Plus, communication is about to dramatically improve thanks to the end of Mercury Retrograde (officially going direct last Sunday but give it a few days or weeks before you feel life getting back on track). The last big change is Venus sweetening up your zone of learning, communication and texting on Tuesday.
Taurus:
Communication is finally starting to improve now that Mercury is back on track. Having had the retro in your own sign for the past few weeks has been anything but glitch-free, Taurus. Now you can undo or repair all of the mishaps, misunderstandings and other miscommunication snafus that have turned your grounded little world upside down. Relationship dynamics could still be tricky if not fierce due to Mars backing up into your opposite sign of Scorpio this week. Think back to issues or contentions that were on the table back in January-February and ask yourself how you could do it better/differently this time around? Second chances are fabulous. Finally, your ruling planet, Venus is lighting up your money zone as of Tuesday. Expect some exciting new ideas and opportunities that can easily be converted into some cute cash over the next few weeks.
Gemini:
You’re totally in your element this week, Gem. The stars are aligning in your favor plus Mercury is slowly starting to move forward again. It may take a few days or weeks for life to get back on track in the communication and messaging departments, but at least there is a sense of forward movement. Plus, Mars is backing out of your relationship zone to make it easier to put your energy on work rather than arguing with your significants. You can now channel any aggression and frustration into your projects and daily rituals such as eating right and getting into tip-top shape. In fact, if you’ve fallen off the wagon with your workouts, now is the perfect week to get back on track. Best news of all, Venus enters your sign starting Tuesday to amp up the sweetness and cash potential.
Cancer:
Goodness is totally in big supply this week, Cancer. First things first, Mercury Retrograde is no longer. Yes, yes the days of losing everything from keys to cellphones and accidentally texting your boss instead of your lover are over! Plus, your creative and romantic life get a surge when Mars backs into your love zone starting on the 27th. Think back to themes that started last January-February and get ready for Part 2. Lastly, Venus is moving into your zone of retreat and long-distance travel on Tuesday inspiring you to escape the mundane and opt for the fantasy of your choice.
Leo:
Life is taking a sweet turn for the better this week, Leo. At the top of the list is the end of the headache known as Mercury Retrograde which had been wreaking havoc with some of your career plans and money over the past few weeks. In other news, Mars backs up into your domestic and family zone on the 27th. This is an excellent time to finally delve deep into your own psychology, especially around any subterranean anger issues. You can really get to the core and channel any frustrations into something radically constructive like a total home renovation project for instance. The beauty and love planet (Venus) is moving into your social zone starting on Tuesday to make for a positively gorgeous social life well into June.
Virgo:
Great news, Virgo: life is starting to move forward again and opportunities are opening back up. Yes, all bets are back on and you can safely start planning, plotting and making promises you can keep. There could be some residual kinks to work out, but at least life is back on track. That said, the Mars retrograde antics could stir up some old unfinished arguments or negotiations that stem back to earlier in the year. The upside is that you can finally come to resolution as long as you’re willing to fight for your bottom line. On a sweeter note, Venus will move into your career zone on Tuesday to bring some fabulous vibes to your status and money-making status.
Libra:
That muddy, stagnant feeling is finally giving way to possibility and future fabulousness. Life is finally moving forward after so much intense nostalgic backtracking over the last few weeks. The Mercury Retrograde is over and you can get back to clear thinking and plans that don’t have to be rearranged ten times. Your ruling planet (Venus) moves into your long-distance travel zone on Tuesday for the next few weeks. The awesome news is that it’s also now safe to lock down itineraries. Mars, the mojo planet is backing up into your money zone on the 27th. It’s a great time to channel your energy and drive into financial matters for the next month. If there’s any unfinished business from last January-February, now is the time to get your money matters tight.
Scorpio:
Big changes on demand this week, Scorpio. Your ruling planet (Mars) is retrograding back into your stars on the 27th. Think about the story that was playing out at the beginning of the year through the end of February. You’re about to encounter part two or a chance for a major redo of whatever felt incomplete. You might also be reconsidering where you want to put the majority of your energy in terms of relationships. At least thinking will soon get clearer as Mercury comes out of retrograde this week to counterbalance this energy. There’s definitely a sense of alteration in the air and a revamping of so many areas of life.
Sagittarius:
The planets are turning for the better this week, Sadge. For starters, Mars is leaving your stars which should take some of the pressure off relationships and that feeling that you can’t relax. The other biggie, is Mercury getting back into gear on the communication front. The recent stranglehold on daily life and scheduling is about to lift. No more feeling like you’re trudging through mud just to accomplish even simple things. This new phase promises forward movement and a new burst of fresh air in the relationship department. Plus, you’ll be feeling the love now that Venus is moving into your opposite stars.
Capricorn:
There are a lot of powerful planetary reversals taking place this week, Capricorn. Number one is the end of Mercury Retrograde in your love zone. Any recent misunderstandings with loved ones should feel less problematic or at the very least show promise for new resolutions now. You’ll also feel less stuck around love themes in general. The other big news is Mars, the mojo planet moving back into your house of long-term goals and social networking connections on the 27th. This is excellent for returning to themes and goals that you may have started at the beginning of the year. You’ll have another resurgence of energy around ambition now. Plus, Venus will sweeten up your daily life, wellness routines and work in general for the next few weeks.
Aquarius:
So much is shifting in the stars this week, Aquarius. After weeks of feeling rather stuck and stagnant, you’ll appreciate this sudden surge of fast-toward motion compliments of the end of the Mercury Retrograde. Plus, Mars is going to back up into your career zone to push you to the next level with your status. Rewind to themes that were prevalent at the start of the year. You now have the opportunity to take your professional goals to the next level. Your motivation to excel is sky high now. Venus, the love and beauty planet will move into your romance zone for the next few weeks.
Pisces:
This is a week where all is changing and heading in the right direction, Pisces. First, take a sigh of deep relief because the Mercury Retrograde is finished with your world of texting, talking and getting from A to B. You can now safely get around in the world without having to do everything twice to get it right. Plus, you’ve got Venus moving into your home zone this week to sweeten up your domestic scene and give you those feel good vibes all around. Mars is backing up into your travel zone to put the impetus on expansion and adventure. If you started plotted some fabulous trips back in January-February, you could finally see those dreams come to fruition over the next two months.
