[Fate & Free Will ] Astrology for the Week of May 8 - 14

At the end of the week, we have Mercury finally stationing to go direct. Think of it as the light at the end of the retrograde and eclipse tunnel. Next week the energy begins really ramping up moving us towards wide open spaces for the new beginnings you've been dreaming of in your Taurus house.

If you want to go deeper into what the astrology of May means for you, check out my May Astrology Guidebook.

Monday 5/8: 

• ☽ at 26° 56‘ Sagittarius □ ♆ at 26° 56‘ Pisces | 2:22 PM
• ☽ at 28° 10‘ Sagittarius △ ♃ at 28° 10‘ Aries | 4:27 PM
• ☽ ▻ Capricorn | 7:32 PM
• ☽ at 01° 38‘ Capricorn ☍ ♀︎ at 01° 38‘ Cancer | 10:19 PM

The first part of Monday is optimistic and enthusiastic and you may notice a greater desire for freedom. Just be careful not to confuse fantasy with reality and make an effort to ground yourself and fact-check before making decisions. 

After the Moon enters Capricorn at 7:32 pm Eastern, focus on finding balance between your need for emotional security and what you desire with open communication and compromise.

Tuesday 5/9:

• 🌖 Waning Gibbous Moon | 1:12 AM
• ☽ at 03° 20‘ Capricorn ☉ at 18° 20‘ Taurus 
• ☽ at 05° 58‘ Capricorn ✳ ♄ at 05° 58‘ Pisces | 5:38 AM
• ☽ at 07° 02‘ Capricorn △ ☿ at 07° 02‘ Taurus | 7:27 AM
• ☉ at 18° 56‘ Taurus ☌ ♅ at 18° 56‘ Taurus | 3:55 PM

Tuesday is likely to be filled with sudden changes, innovation, breakthroughs, and unexpected shifts - especially in the Taurus area of your life.

You (and everyone else) may experience a greater desire for freedom and independence, be more drawn to unconventional and innovative ways of expression, feel a need to break free from old habits and patterns that have been holding you back, and/or have a desire to embrace new and exciting opportunities for growth and expansion.

It's important to be flexible and open-minded today (and this week), and to embrace the spirit of experimentation and risk-taking. This is a time to think outside the box, try new things, and be willing to take bold actions in pursuit of your goals and dreams.

However, it's also important to stay grounded and centered, especially in the face of unexpected challenges and disruptions. Taurus energy is all about stability and grounding, and we can use this energy to stay connected to our values and sense of self-worth, even in the midst of change and uncertainty.

Wednesday 5/10:

• ☽ at 18° 57‘ Capricorn △ ♅ at 18° 57‘ Taurus | 3:32 AM
• ☽ at 19° 26‘ Capricorn △ ☉ at 19° 26‘ Taurus | 4:19 AM
• ☽ at 24° 22‘ Capricorn ☍ ♂︎ at 24° 22‘ Cancer | 12:38 PM
• ☽ at 27° 00‘ Capricorn ✳ ♆ at 27° 00‘ Pisces | 5:03 PM
• ☽ at 28° 40‘ Capricorn □ ♃ at 28° 40‘ Aries | 7:52 PM
• ☽ ▻ Aquarius | 10:05 PM
• ☽ ☌ ♇ at 00° 20‘ Aquarius | 10:39 PM

Wednesday is a "go out and do all the things" kind of day. It’s grounded and productive and a great time to catch up on anything that may have gone sideways earlier in the week.

Thursday 5/11:

• ☽ at 06° 20‘ Aquarius □ ☿ at 06° 20‘ Taurus | 8:45 AM

Thursday remember to balance innovative thinking and practicality, exercise patience in expressing yourself, and embrace curiosity and ask questions to avoid misunderstandings.

This is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of your communication patterns and refine your expression to align with your long-term goals.

Friday 5/12:

• ☿ at 06° 08‘ Taurus ✳ ♄ at 06° 08‘ Pisces | 4:41 AM
• ☽ at 19° 05‘ Aquarius □ ♅ at 19° 05‘ Taurus | 6:12 AM
• 🌗 Last Quarter Moon | 10:28 AM 
• ☽ at 21° 36‘ Aquarius ☉ at 21° 36‘ Taurus 
• ☿ at 06° 00‘ Taurus ✳ ♀︎ at 06° 00‘ Cancer | 10:43 PM
• ☽ at 29° 10‘ Aquarius ✳ ♃ at 29° 10‘ Aries | 11:15 PM

Friday is ideal for reflecting on your eclipse and retrograde experiences, expressing your feelings openly, and engaging in creative pursuits. 

Tonight there is a sense of emotional maturity and responsibility available for romantic and creative endeavors. This is a great time to create work that inspires and uplifts others and to think about the commitments you want to make in romantic (and other types of) relationships. 

You may also find you are more willing to set boundaries and take a disciplined approach towards achieving your goals, without sacrificing your emotional needs and values.

Saturday 5/13:

• ☽ ▻ Pisces | 12:38 AM
• ♀︎ at 06° 11‘ Cancer △ ♄ at 06° 11‘ Pisces | 2:56 AM 
• ☽ at 05° 56‘ Pisces ✳ ☿ at 05° 56‘ Taurus | 10:43 AM
• ☽ ☌ ♄ at 06° 12‘ Pisces | 11:11 AM 
• ☽ at 06° 35‘ Pisces △ ♀︎ at 06° 35‘ Cancer | 11:50 AM

Saturday, there is an increased need for introspection, emotional maturity, and establishing healthy boundaries. Embrace discipline and endurance to navigate the challenges and opportunities presented.

Sunday 5/14: 

• ☽ at 19° 12‘ Pisces ✳ ♅ at 19° 12‘ Taurus | 9:21 AM
• ☽ at 23° 49‘ Pisces ✳ ☉ at 23° 49‘ Taurus | 5:16 PM
• ☽ at 26° 51‘ Pisces △ ♂︎ at 26° 51‘ Cancer | 10:30 PM
• ☽ ☌ ♆ at 27° 06‘ Pisces | 10:56 PM
• ☿  ▻ Direct | 11:16 PM

Sunday, there is the potential for dreamy creativity and romance but also escapism and delusion. Float down a river, create something, or sink into your spiritual zone. Don’t sign contracts or map out an invasion strategy.

Mercury stationing direct at 11:16 pm Eastern begins the return to normalcy. The day Mercury stops and turns retrograde or direct is when the trickster energy is at maximum potency. Hold out a few more days until after the New Moon to give any new projects the absolute best start.

However, now is a great time to start thinking about those new starts because this area of life is about to be one of the most unencumbered in the zodiac.

If you’re feeling frisky, hit me up on Instagram and let me know how the astrology of the week played out for you.

Until next time, my wish for you is grounded flexibility. 

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