By embracing the lessons this intense Mercury retrograde period has to teach, the next three weeks could prove completely game-changing. Memorial Day weekend is generally thought of as the unofficial start of summer, which feels like the start of something new. But if the messenger planet has anything to say about it, we’ll be focusing a lot on tending to old business. Mercury begins its second retrograde of 2021 on Saturday, May 29 in mutable air sign Gemini, symbolized by the Twins. (Its first retrograde was in Aquarius from January 30 through February 20.) Until June 22, the ruler of communication, transportation, and technology will appear to move backward through the sky.

If you’ve heard anything about Mercury retrograde, it’s that the astrological event is a total pain in the BUTT, wreaking havoc on communication, technology, and transportation for the better part of a month. Even before it “stations” retrograde — aka moves to nearly a standstill before turning backward — you’ll likely feel at times as though things are totally out of your control. Calls drop out of nowhere, emails mysteriously disappear into the ether, it feels like no matter how hard you try, you can’t articulate yourself the way you’d like to — or in a way people close to you will understand. But the messenger planet’s backward turn isn’t devoted exclusively to chaos, confusion, and delays.

Here’s what you need to know about the second 2021 Mercury retrograde and how to not only ease its stressors but make the most of its opportunities.

A Quick Primer On Mercury Retrograde

Whenever your ex texts out of the blue, or you hit one traffic obstacle after the next every time you leave your house, it’s easy enough to blame Mercury retrograde. After all, it feels like it’s happening all the time. And the fact is that it does happen frequently: The communication planet goes retrograde approximately three to four times a year for three weeks at a time. In other words, Mercury is retrograde 18 percent of the time. That 18 percent, however, doesn’t account for the lead-in and lead-out periods, referred to as the Mercury retrograde storm, before and after every retrograde. During this period, Mercury has to put on the (figurative) brakes before turning retrograde and then rev back up after the fact. Because it’s the speediest planet in the solar system — it moves around the sun every 88 Earth days, traveling at nearly 112,000 mph — it’s easy to feel the messenger planet’s slowdown and crank back up to speed. But the day you’ll most feel its effects will be when it “stations” — aka actually moves — retrograde or direct.

We often paint Mercury retrograde with a broad brush, characterizing it for triggering tech glitches, 86-ed travel plans, and eyeroll-inducing, blood pressure-escalating miscommunications. But it’s actually not that simple — or negative. Mercury retrograde also presents a chance to revise and reflect, to look backward and tie up loose ends on whatever you’ve previously started and need to address in order to more confidently and decisively move forward. Although we’re conditioned to gather and disseminate information and go, go, go 24/7 — as fast as humanly possible — the planet that rules all that mental energy and communication actually urges us to take the occasional time-out from that exhausting pace. After all, life wasn’t meant to be lived with your foot on the gas pedal every day. And by taking a beat to slow down and check yourself, you could get even further in the long-run.

Themes of the Second Mercury Retrograde of 2021

From May 29 to June 22, 2021, Mercury is retrograde in Gemini, the mutable (also known as most flexible — or indecisive) air sign. Known for being curious, super-social, stylish, tech-savvy, and dualistic, those born under the sign symbolized by the Twins (ME THANK YOU VERY MUCH)— or who have significant placements in Gemini in their natal charts — are natural born supercommunicators who thrive on soaking up and sharing information at every turn. That’s in great part thanks to the fact that Gemini is ruled by Mercury. (ME AGAIN, NO MODESTY HERE LOL) And the air sign is also the ruler of the third house of communication, neighbors, siblings, early education, and short-distance travel.

The vibe of Gemini is quick, chatty, fun-loving, and adaptable. And while Mercury is in the air sign, you may feel the desire to move at the same lightning-fast pace as the Twins, change course on a whim, and have lively, engaging conversations that go on and on. The planet and the sign go hand-in-hand — which is why a Mercury retrograde in Gemini could feel more intense than it would in another sign. It may heighten the impulse to connect, but also make it more challenging to do so.

At the same time, the placement of this 2021 Mercury retrograde can help with ongoing issues that fall under Gemini terrain. You could be going back to the drawing board to research key details for your business, revising an important project, dealing with everyday paperwork or car maintenance you’ve been putting off, brainstorming ideas with colleagues or friends you’ve missed over the past year, or revisiting beloved places and people and intellectually-stimulating experiences. You’ll also want to fact-check, as the origins of important info can vanish in the midst of airy Gemini’s excitable energy.

It also bears noting that we’re in the midst of the first eclipse season of 2021, which infuses this slowdown with a push to embrace change and contend with crises rooted in big, game-changing emotions. You could still be feeling the effects of the May 26 lunar eclipse in Sagittarius (opposite Gemini) while the life-changing tone of the June 10 new moon and solar eclipse in Gemini rolls in. The new moon forms a conjunction to Mercury, underlining the importance of recognizing the past and tying up loose ends before being able to charge ahead into the next chapter.

The Signs This Mercury Retrograde Will Affect Most

Because the retrograde is happening in mutable Gemini, the other mutable signs across all elements will feel this particular backward turn the most. That includes Virgo (mutable earth), Sagittarius (mutable fire), and Pisces (mutable water). Virgos, you’ll feel it in your tenth house of career, Sagittarians, in your seventh house of partnership, and Pisces, in your fourth house of home life.

Geminis will find this Mercury retrograde especially intense (in part thanks to the June 10 eclipse), but Gems and Virgos generally feel all Mercury retrogrades more acutely than others. That’s because both signs are ruled by the messenger planet.

Tips for Thriving AND Surviving  the 2021 Mercury Retrograde In Gemini

By leaning into the lessons of the second 2021 Mercury retrograde, you can absolutely find ways to make the most of the moment. Consider making the following moves.

Connect with People Who Offer Mental Stimulation
If you always have fiery, intriguing debates about politics, psychology, or relationships with your college bestie or you and your coworker always seem to come up with cool ideas for collaboration, now could be a time to revisit ideas you’ve batted around before. You could find that the slowdown allows you to consider all those copious, creative, intellectually-charged, Gemini-ish ideas through a lens that allows you to gain more clarity and create an actual action plan.

Catch Up with Siblings and Neighbors
Maybe you’ve been meaning to meet up with your sister for a catch-up dinner and your schedules have been clashing. Or you haven’t had an actual in-person book club meeting or happy hour with your neighborhood besties since before the pandemic. This retrograde — informed by Gemini’s third house themes — could lend itself to checking those boxes.

Take Special Care with Tech and Transportation
This is something you’ll want to do every Mercury retrograde, but because this time around, the event’s themes are magnified by its placement in Gemini, you’d be wise to back up all your devices. Knowing you’ll have group text transcripts and creative brainstorm notes on an external hard drive even if your phone is on the fritz will give you lots of peace of mind. Similarly, consider tackling all of the things related to transportation — whether that’s regular car maintenance or finally heading to the DMV — in order to avoid a headache in that Mercury- and Gemini-ruled department.

Gather All the Info, Then Prioritize Peace of Mind
In the midst of wires getting crossed and inevitable delays, you could feel like you’re dealing with an overload of confusing, contradictory, overwhelming information. It can help to work with the unpredictability and airiness of this transit, so do your best to remain open-minded and flexible, field a variety of opinions, check your sources, and give yourself regular time and space to step back and practice mindfulness.

Ultimately, the best way to manage the frenetic, confusion-spurring vibes of this retrograde-eclipse season is to let go and find joy and — if at all possible — a sense of calm in the unclear and unknown.

But let’s take a look at the most important transits of the month:

June 2nd, 2021 – Venus Enters Cancer. On June 2nd, 2021 Venus leaves Gemini and moves into Cancer, applying a trine to Jupiter in Pisces. What a lovely welcome! Venus feels cozy and homely in Cancer, and after a relatively agitated Gemini season, this is a nice change of vibe.

June 10th, 2021 – Solar Eclipse In Gemini After a relatively cozy start to the month, the weather changes as we get to the “event of the month”. On June 10th, 2021 we will have a New Moon and Annular Solar Eclipse at 19° Gemini. The Eclipse is exactly conjunct Mercury retrograde, and is square Neptune in Pisces, so this is a confusing one! Confusion doesn’t necessarily mean “bad”, but when Mercury is retrograde AND square Neptune, things may not be exactly as they seem, to put it mildly. This Solar Eclipse in Gemini is an Annular Eclipse. Annular Eclipses are “special” Total Eclipses. The disk of the Moon totally covers the Sun just like in a Total Eclipse, but because the Moon is a bit farther away from the Earth than usual, there is a ring of Sun around the edge of the Moon, which looks like a halo. A halo has a deep spiritual meaning, symbolizing resurrection, or the idea that what is holy and divine (the light) cannot be overcome by darkness.

June 10th, 2021 – Mercury Retrograde Conjunct Sun On June 10th, the Sun is conjunct Mercury retrograde at 20° Gemini. Whenever we have a Sun-Mercury retrograde conjunction, a new 116-day Mercury cycle begins! This doesn’t mean that Mercury retrograde is over, but the Mercury-Sun conjunction gives us a sense of hope and new beginnings. Right now, we are in that “in-between phase” where we are still on the sky path of the previous Mercury cycle – meaning we are still connected to the knowledge of the past, yet have received a new creative impulse from the Sun.

June 11th, 2021 – Mars Enters Leo On June 11th, 2021 Mars leaves Cancer and moves into Leo. Somehow, we always notice when a planet moves into Leo, because that’s what Leo energy is all about… getting noticed and making a statement. And that’s not because Leo is attention-seeking energy… but because we cannot NOT notice a planet in the sign of the Sun. There is this light, radiance and warmth that emanates from any planet that travels through the “Leo territory” of the sky. And when Mars, the boldest of the boldest, enters Leo, the temperature will rise pretty much straight away. In our everyday life, Mars in Leo will bring direction and focus into our lives. We will find it easier to connect to our heart, and act from that place of truth and authenticity. As a result, we will feel more in tune with life, and confident about our actions.

June 14th, 2021 – Saturn Square Uranus Mid-June we have the 2nd (in a series of 3) Saturn-Uranus square. Saturn is at 13° Aquarius, and Uranus at 13° Taurus. Saturn and Uranus have been in a tight orb pretty much all year, so it’s not that this square will take us completely by surprise… we somehow already got used to its tension and friction. But as with any aspect that becomes exact, we will witness an energy peak. The good thing about any energetic culmination, is that there is no further escalation. The tension bursts, forcing us to deal with whatever it is that requires our attention. This is a time to deal with what’s no longer working, and FIX it, once and for all.

June 20th, 2021 – Jupiter Goes Retrograde

On June 20th, 2021 Jupiter stations retrograde at 2° Pisces. When Jupiter changes direction, our belief system is up for a review. Most of our beliefs are borrowed from other people. When Jupiter goes retrograde, it’s time to look at these borrowed beliefs and ask ourselves whether they really define us. We know we are at odds with our beliefs, when we have a feeling of alienation, and lose our faith. Our natural state is to have faith in life. When we lose this faith, we know that something is off, we know that there is something about our beliefs that needs to be addressed and reviewed. Jupiter retrograde is an excellent opportunity to ‘get real’ and scrutinize our belief system.

June 21st, 2021 – Sun Enters Cancer Happy birthday to all Cancers out there! On June 21st, 2021 the Sun enters Cancer and we have the Northern Solstice, which brings us Summer in the Northern Hemisphere and Winter in the Southern Hemisphere. This – as any Sun’s ingress in a Cardinal sign – is a very important turning point. And I mean it literally, because the Sun literally changes direction when it is at 0° Cancer. If you’re in the Northern Hemisphere, the Sun starts moving South, and if you’re in the Southern Hemisphere, the Sun starts moving North. The Cancer solstice is also a point of culmination. We either have the longest day, or the longest night of the year. This is when we reach a crossroad: do we continue on the same path, or do we choose to start a new course!

June 22nd, 2021 – Mercury Goes Direct On June 22nd, 2021 Mercury goes direct at 16° Gemini, bringing back our focus, mental clarity, and sense of direction.The good thing about this Mercury Retrograde is that it occurs in Gemini, the sign of its domicile. When Mercury is in domicile, even the retrograde is not as tough as it is in other signs of the zodiac. Yes, we had to review what was no longer working, yes we had to fix what was broken, but it’s not that we had that many hurdles on the way. And now that Mercury goes direct, it’s not only that a weight will suddenly be lifted from our shoulders, but we will also have that feeling of accomplishment and forward momentum: yes, it was a bit tough, but it was worth it!

June 24th, 2021 – Full Moon In Capricorn On June 24th, we have a Full Moon at 3° Capricorn. The Full Moon makes a sweet sextile to Jupiter, and it is 23° away from Pluto (Pluto is now at 26° Capricorn). Most Full Moons in the past 10 years or so had a Pluto favor. This Full Moon will have such a different vibe, that we will wonder if this is really a Full Moon in Capricorn… or we’re still in the Gemini/Sagittarius lunar season. Yes, the Full Moon is in Capricorn, it’s just that it is more flamboyant and optimistic than usual. This is one of the most positive and constructive Full Moons of the year, so make sure you take advantage of it!

June 25th, 2021 – Neptune Goes Retrograde On June 25th, Neptune goes retrograde at 23° Pisces. When a planet changes direction, we notice an intensification of themes connected to that planet. When Neptune goes retrograde, old memories, dreams, fantasies or longings resurface, asking us to deal with them. Of course, the way Neptune deals with things is not very straightforward, but it doesn’t mean that Neptune doesn’t work in the background. In fact, working in the background is pretty ‘Neptune’. Let’s say something happens to us but we can’t really process it. This unprocessed thought or feeling eventually shows up in a dream. We get stuck in a problem and we can’t seem to find a solution, but then suddenly, when we take a shower or go for a walk, the solution comes to us. Dreams, serendipities, unexpected encounters… these are all the workings of Neptune. Neptune may not be straightforward, but it DOES offer solutions. Pay attention to signs, dreams, unusual communication messages. If something feels relevant and important – even if you can’t put your finger on it – chances are, it IS important and Neptune is whispering into your ear.

June 27th, 2021 – Venus Enters Leo On June 27th, Venus enters royal Leo, and starts applying a conjunction to Mars. Next month, we will have a beautiful Venus-Mars conjunction in the sign of Leo. This is the most joyful, romantic, and creative aspect we can have, and perhaps one of the most exciting aspects of the year! But more about Venus conjunct Mars in the July forecast!

 

See what the planets have in store as we head into eclipse season and a Mercury retrograde.

If you were to think about the most drama-filled month you’ve experienced lately, this May probably wouldn’t be it — until now. Now, as we kick off eclipse season and start the second Mercury retrograde of the year (remember the first one?), this relatively quiet month packs most of its astrological excitement into its final week.

On Sunday, May 23, the action gets going with taskmaster Saturn’s retrograde in Aquarius. Until Sunday, October 10, the planet of structure will nudge you to do more inner versus external work to hit our goals and recognize where we need to be setting better boundaries.

Then, on Wednesday, May 26, it’s time to embrace a big-time emotional release and potentially big changes when the lunar eclipse and full moon falls in Sagittarius. Because it forms a square to expansive Jupiter, whatever the eclipse brings to light could feel even bigger and more dramatic than it would otherwise. But Sagittarius is adaptable and spirited, so it shouldn’t be too tough to find a way to embrace the positive side of even the most seemingly overwhelming emotions.

On Thursday, May 27, Venus in Gemini forms a square to dreamy Neptune in Pisces, creating confusion around relationships — with others as well as with yourself. It can be a helpful moment to practice mindfulness and remember that we are not our thoughts.

Thankfully, as we head into the weekend, on Friday into Saturday (1:13 a.m. ET/10:13 p.m. PT), messenger Mercury and romantic Venus pair up in chatty Gemini, making it easier to express how you feel, which can be especially helpful because on Saturday, May 29, Mercury goes retrograde, kicking off three weeks of potential confusion, technological glitches, transportation delays — but also a period that’s perfect for revising, reflecting, and tying up loose ends.

Want to know more about how you can personally take advantage of this week’s astrological highlights? Read on for your sign’s weekly horoscope. (Pro tip: Be sure to read your rising sign/ascendant, aka your social personality, if you know that, too. If not, consider getting a natal chart reading to find out.)  Contact me for this.

Aries & Rising (March 21–April 19)

Highlights: Personal Growth and Relationships

Around Wednesday, May 26, when the full moon and lunar eclipse lights up your ninth house of adventure, you could be feeling the weight of spending a whole year cooped up in your place, sticking to what has now come to feel like the same old mundane routine. It’s time to own the fact that you want to break free and experience something totally eye-opening and spiritually satisfying — like a long-distance trip or a completely unique learning experience. And from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, messenger Mercury moves backward through your third house of communication, slowing down your usually zippy game plans and requiring you to reflect on the plans and relationships that are fully worth all your passionate energy.

Taurus & Rising (April 20–May 20)

Highlights: Personal Growth and Money                  

Around Wednesday, May 26, the lunar eclipse and full moon activates your eighth house of emotional bonds and sexual intimacy, possibly compelling you to unpack difficult, deep-rooted feelings around your closest bonds. But better understanding how old wounds are influencing your current relationships could be truly healing. And while communicator Mercury moves backward through your second house of income from Sunday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, you could feel compelled to think about the energy and talent you’re pouring into your moneymaking plan. If it feels like something’s out-of-whack, it could be a sign that it’s time to streamline your efforts, ask for a raise, or get your ducks in a row so you have a better sense of what you’re giving and receiving.

Gemini & Rising (May 21–June 20)

Highlights: Relationships  and Wellness

Around Wednesday, May 26, when the lunar eclipse and full moon occurs in your seventh house of partnership, you could feel like it’s time to embrace major changes in one of your closest one-on-one relationships, be it romantic, platonic, or professional. It’s a moment to get really honest with yourself about how the bond makes you feel and act, whether it’s promoting or derailing your path. In turn, you could decide to shift directions — even if it’s just how you’ve been thinking about and prioritizing the connection. And from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, messenger Mercury, your ruling planet, heading backward through your sign, potentially putting the brakes on big-picture goals that are inextricably linked to your self-image. While you would much prefer to move at lightspeed, taking this moment to zhush your game plan can lead to even better results in the long-run. (Psst: Happy Gemini season)!

Cancer & Rising (June 21–July 22)

Highlights: Wellness And Personal Growth

Frustrations related to your daily grind could reach a fever pitch around Wednesday, May 26 when the lunar eclipse and full moon falls in your sixth house of wellness. If you’re not getting enough sleep, missing your favorite in-person workouts, or struggling to feel organized in how you’re handling your everyday to-dos, this moment was made for figuring out why. Pinpointing the likely emotional root cause can help you prioritize your well-being in a whole new way. And while messenger Mercury moves backward through your twelfth house of spirituality from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, you could be consumed by daydreams and long-term hopes and wishes that feel just out of reach. Try to let yourself swim in the deep end of your imagination and intuition now instead of focusing on taking action, and you’ll have even more clarity when the time comes to make your move.

Leo & Rising (July 23–August 22)

Highlights: Creativity and Relationships

If you’ve been feeling like you’re just putting your nose to the grindstone — at work and in life — without much creative fulfillment or joy, you can look forward to a breakthrough around Wednesday, May 26 when the lunar eclipse and full moon lights up your fifth house of romance and self-expression. You could be reminded just how empowering it is to own and use your voice in your work and in your relationships, and if you need to let your freak flag fly a little (or, okay, a lot) now, you’ll feel compelled to do just that. And while messenger Mercury moves backward through your eleventh house of networking from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, you’ll benefit from connecting with old colleagues and friends, perfecting all the details on existing team projects, and smoothing over any confusing social dynamics that will be made even more glaring now.

Virgo & Rising (August 23–September 22)

Highlights: Love  and Career

Around Wednesday, May 26, when the full moon and lunar eclipse occurs in your fourth house of home life, a triggering event could have you feeling extra aware of old emotional wounds. Reflecting on how your past is influencing your current closest bonds and inner sense of security could be no doubt totally daunting and challenging but also truly healing for you in the long-run. Consider talking through whatever comes up with your therapist or another trusted mentor. And while your ruling planet, messenger Mercury, moves backward through your tenth house of career from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, you’ll be thinking about the strategies that can help you make progress in your professional path. But try not to get too happy in the weeds of your game plan. Gaining more clarity around your big picture goal now can set you up for even more success down the road.

Libra & Rising (September 23–October 22)

Highlights: Relationships and Love

You could feel extra passionate about learning and connecting with people outside of your usual group of friends around Wednesday, May 26 when the lunar eclipse and full moon lights up your third house of communication. Sharing your thoughts and opinions with others can help you get a better sense of your own voice and what you have to bring to the table, all of which can be majorly empowering. And you’ll want to get out of your comfort zone on Saturday, May 29 when romantic Venus, your ruling planet, pairs up with messenger Mercury in your ninth house of adventure. This could be the perfect time to enjoy a spontaneous date night, completely free of a concrete agenda, with your S.O. or someone special.

Scorpio & Rising (October 23–November 21)

Highlights: Money  and Love

Around Wednesday, May 26, when the lunar eclipse and full moon lights up your second house of income, you might have a reality check related to moneymaking and need to take a microscope to how you’ve been spending, earning, and saving. Ultimately, it could be time to shore up your game plan for building security. And while messenger Mercury moves backward through your eighth house of emotional bonds from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, you could feel compelled to get more clear on what you need from a current or ideal partner. You could find that being on the same page on spiritual and financial matters is key to being able to move forward. And you’ll have the green light now to initiate significant convos on the subject and hash out any issues.

Sagittarius & Rising (November 22–December 21)

Highlights: Personal Growth  and Love

When full moons hit your first house of self, you’re sure to feel extra sensitive emotionally, and that could definitely be the case around Wednesday, May 26, when the lunar eclipse and full moon is in your sign. But you could also feel driven to move the ball forward on a long-term vision, to assert yourself in new ways, or to do self-work that will serve to boost your confidence. Basically, this big astrological event, of which your sign is the host, was made for taking steps toward strengthening your sense of self — even if the path feels a bit rocky at first. And while messenger Mercury moves backward through your seventh house of partnership from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, you could find it productive to rethink how to hit a goal you share with your sweetheart or a close friend. While communication could be crunchy at times, prioritizing patience and teamwork can help you make the most of the next three weeks.

Capricorn & Rising (December 22–January 19)

Highlights: Personal Growth  and Wellness

Your earthy pragmatism often keeps you focused on concrete, material aspects of everyday life, but around Wednesday, May 26 when the full moon and lunar eclipse falls in your twelfth house of spirituality, you could be overwhelmed by the intensity of your dreams and intuition. It’s almost like you’re being nudged to examine something beneath the surface, like a toxic relationship or habit that you need to kick in order to achieve your biggest aspirations. Giving yourself permission to tune into whatever you’re picking up intuitively can ultimately make for major progress. And while messenger Mercury moves backward through your sixth house of wellness from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, consider reassessing and finessing your fitness plan and any other practices that help you stay centered. Maybe ClassPass doesn’t make sense for your schedule anymore, but seeing a personal trainer or hiking with friends more often does. Revision can set the stage for results.

Aquarius & Rising (January 20–February 18)

Highlights: Relationships  and Sex

Around Wednesday, May 26 when the lunar eclipse and full moon falls in your eleventh house of networking, wanting to feel like you’re a part of a team or better connected to your social network. You could finally meet up with BFFs you haven’t seen since early last year and realize that although you might be incredibly independent, you don’t have to be isolated. And while messenger Mercury is retrograde in your fifth house of romance and self-expression from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, you’ll do best to let go of any calculated, definitive game plans for dating, sex, or any existing relationship as much as possible. The retrograde can’t help but make everything in this area of your life feel a little bit frenetic and unpredictable, so leaning into that vibe, and embracing spontaneity can make for fireworks.

Pisces & Rising (February 19–March 20)

Highlights: Career and Relationships

Around Wednesday, May 26 when the lunar eclipse and full moon lights up your tenth house of career, you could be inspired and motivated to take the bull by the horns when it comes to your professional track. Maybe you haven’t been receiving the recognition you deserve on the job or your current position isn’t fully in line with your long-term dream. Being open to big change and believing in yourself can serve as fuel for launching a whole new, more fulfilling chapter. And from Saturday, May 29 to Tuesday, June 22, messenger Mercury will be retrograde in your fourth house of home life, nudging you to slow down and enjoy your fave summer traditions with loved ones — but also tend to any emotional issues that come up along the way. Doing so can give you a greater sense of both where you’ve come from and where you’re headed.

The Sagittarius Full Moon on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, is a total lunar eclipse. It is also termed a full blood moon eclipse because of the reddish color. The spiritual meaning of the full moon May 2021 astrology relates to morals and ethics.

The May 2021 full moon is square Jupiter which can cause a test of faith due to greed, excess and immorality. Mercury and Venus square Neptune adds confusion, deception, and vulnerability. Finally, lunar eclipse May 2021 joins some nasty stars between the Claws of the Scorpion that encourage deceit, crime, and disease. So it is more important than ever to protect yourself and the most vulnerable people you care about.

Lunar Eclipse Meaning

Like a regular full moon only stronger, the Sun opposite the Moon of a lunar eclipse brings your home, family, and intimate relationships into sharper focus. Opposing forces such as work versus home, or what you need versus what you want, create inner tension and external pressures. This can lead to conflict and crises that drain your energy. The lunar qualities of emotions and instincts reach their peak at a lunar eclipse. So use your increased emotional strength and intuition to overcome any relationship challenges. Subconscious awareness allows for an impartial and balanced look at your personal relationships. You will clearly see any relationship dynamics or negative feelings causing disharmony. A lunar eclipse represents a resetting of your emotions, clearing away the emotional baggage of the previous six months.

Lunar Eclipse Aspect

Moon square Jupiter is not usually that challenging and the orb for this aspect is over four degrees which is not strong. But this is a total lunar eclipse and all the other significant aspects are very challenging. This eclipse is also affected by nasty Mars-Saturn-type stars. So the more negative qualities of Jupiter are likely to be expressed. These include greed, excess, waste, immorality, overconfidence, and over-optimism. You may experience changeable moods, and changing tastes can present relationship difficulties, especially if you have wandering eyes. If dating, take care not to lower your standards or ignoring obvious character flaws. Otherwise, you may be subject to embarrassment, disloyalty or scandal. You may also have to watch a tendency toward excess when it comes to food, alcohol, drugs, and gambling, especially if you have problems with addiction.

A good way to avoid any moral decay is to spend some time sharing your goodwill. Charitable work would be fulfilling but make sure to leave enough for yourself. This tendency toward overdoing things also needs to be watched when shopping. If your faith is tested, religion or other forms of spirituality may help. This is also a good eclipse to broaden your horizons through education, particularly in the humanities and social sciences but also in business and law.

Full Moon May 2021 square Jupiter brings the potential for greed, excess and immorality. But an even stronger influence comes from Mercury and Venus square Neptune. So confusion and deception are major themes of the May 26 lunar eclipse. The combination of immorality and deception is good for propagandists, loan sharks, and criminals but a danger for people who are weak, insecure, or vulnerable to victimization, suggestion, addiction or infection.

This super full-blood moon eclipse in the Claws of the Scorpion increases the risk of deception and treachery. It encourages mean people to be even more cruel, spiteful and revengeful. These stars also increase the risk of infection from contagious diseases. So this total lunar eclipse is likely to prolong the coronavirus pandemic.

What would be possible if we opened our minds and expanded our vision, including people and places beyond our current consciousness? The 2021 Sagittarius full moon and eclipse (on May 26 at 7:14 a.m. EDT) can help us process truths hidden in the shadows. 

With the lunar eclipse in candid Sagittarius, there will be more jaw-dropping headlines over the coming two to four weeks. Yet, these high-minded moonbeams could bring a potent reminder that honesty is still the best policy.

How to process it all? This is the second lunar eclipse in a series that is striking the Sagittarius-Gemini axis from June 5, 2020, until December 4, 2021. Eclipses reveal what’s been “concealed,” whether they are another person’s point of view or injustices that have been committed right under our noses. Often, the first eclipse is the big disrupter, blowing the lid off an issue that’s been boiling all along. What’s happened since the last lunar eclipse in Sagittarius. True to the fiery spirit of Sagittarius, a global uprising ignited near the first lunar eclipse in this sign last June. Outrage over the senseless murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin forced conversations about systemic racism and white supremacy into the mainstream.

While Chauvin was found guilty on all three charges in his 2021 trial, alarming cases of violence against the Asian-American and Pacific-Islander communities have been on the rise. Bombings in Gaza have killed Palestinian children as the war between Israel and Hamas intensifies. The path to racial equity is still harrowing—globally. The job of these eclipses is to reveal disparities and bring them into the dialogue.

Spring’s final full moon is also known as a Full Flower Moon. Indigenous tribes in eastern North America called it a Full Flower Moon to signify the colorful blossoms of this time. As the eclipse arrives with a shadow crossing over the moonlight, it’s anyone’s guess what truths will be revealed over the coming two to four weeks—peak manifesting time for a lunar eclipse.

Here are eight ways to harness the high-minded beams of the 2021 Sagittarius full moon lunar eclipse:

1. Tell the truth, to others and to yourself. Truth is one of humanity’s highest virtues. Yet, why do we spend so much time avoiding it or spinning it into some kind of a warped dubstep remix? Like a spoonful of cough syrup, honesty can indeed be brutal (and bitter) when we get our first taste. But if we’re brave enough, it can also set us free! That’s the theme of this keeping-it-real, tell-it-like-it-is lunar eclipse. Sagittarius is the zodiac’s most brutally honest sign, and full moons always bring with it a big reveal. Confessing is always better than having someone else expose your story.

2. But ditch the denial.

Let’s face it: Denial zaps a lot of life-force energy. The 2021 Sagittarius full moon could expose the full panoramic view of something you’ve avoided or covered up. If you’ve been unable to pinpoint the source of your suffering, this moon could expose a blind spot or two. , “It takes courage to look in the mirror and see past your reflection to who you really are when you take off the mask, when you’re not performing the same old routines and social roles. It takes courage to ask—’How did I become so well-adjusted to injustice?'”

3. Step out of your comfort zone.

Sagittarius is the worldly traveler, which is a concept most of us have to interpret metaphorically with 2021’s virus restrictions. Under this year’s full moon, the journey remains more of an “inside job.” It involves examining ways we are myopic or closed to the perspectives of other people. No matter your coordinates, cross-cultural connections get a powerful boost. Time to work together instead of sharpening the lines that divide us. While you may not be able to hop on an overseas flight, you can practice another language, cook a new type of cuisine, or take a class in the meantime.

4. Indulge in healthy hedonism.

At the full moon in Sagittarius, enjoy your physicality in an empowered and conscious way instead of hitting the mute button. Some will find you to be “too much,” but don’t let that stop you from being your authentic, full-bodied self. Take a long walk to process the pain of the world and aroused emotions. You might not be able to dance it away, but there is power in a playlist. It can help you move stuck pain through (and out of) your body.

5. Channel your raw instincts.

While Sagittarius has a cerebral side, the mythical Centaur is a horse from the waist down. As wise and worldly as Sagittarius energy can be, it’s rather randy, forever in pursuit of instant gratification and wild adventure. Can that get complicated? In our binary culture of either/or, it sure can. But Sagittarius energy is here to show us that we can be smart and sexy. Powerful and works in progress.

6. Commune with Mother Nature—and your higher self.

Globe-trotting Sagittarius always feels most expansive in a wide-open space. If it’s possible to get out into nature to soak up these moonbeams, do. Freeing your mind also broadens your horizons. Sign up for an online seminar. Invest in coaching sessions. Read that metaphysical book your enlightened friend insists has changed her life. Freedom-loving Sagittarius energy inspires us to learn but hates to sit still. You could try one of these books in audio format or listen to a podcast by one of your favorite idealists.

7. Join the conversation.

The injustices of our times are a global responsibility. As the past year has proved in skywriting, racism, sexism, and other -isms are alive and well. Sociological Sag encourages us to increase our awareness around privilege, social inequality, and intergroup relation. Self-educating is also a big Sagittarius pursuit. Before you go spouting off what you think is true, make sure you’ve got the knowledge to back it up.

8. Gather your motley crew.

On a one-to-one level, Sagittarius is all about rolling with your “soul family,” too, a motley crew united by shared values, interests, and philosophies. At this 2021 Sagittarius full moon and eclipse, rally your kindred spirits. Find spaces online and in your community where you can unite with people who share your vision and values. Go out of your way to welcome people from backgrounds different from your own.

The Sagittarius Full Moon on Wednesday, May 26, 2021, is a total lunar eclipse. It is also termed a full blood moon eclipse because of the reddish color. The spiritual meaning of the full moon May 2021 astrology relates to morals and ethics.

The May 2021 full moon is square Jupiter which can cause a test of faith due to greed, excess and immorality. Mercury and Venus square Neptune adds confusion, deception, and vulnerability. Finally, lunar eclipse May 2021 joins some nasty stars between the Claws of the Scorpion that encourage deceit, crime, and disease. So it is more important than ever to protect yourself and the most vulnerable people you care about.

Lunar Eclipse Meaning

Like a regular full moon only stronger, the Sun opposite the Moon of a lunar eclipse brings your home, family, and intimate relationships into sharper focus. Opposing forces such as work versus home, or what you need versus what you want, create inner tension and external pressures. This can lead to conflict and crises that drain your energy. The lunar qualities of emotions and instincts reach their peak at a lunar eclipse. So use your increased emotional strength and intuition to overcome any relationship challenges. Subconscious awareness allows for an impartial and balanced look at your personal relationships. You will clearly see any relationship dynamics or negative feelings causing disharmony. A lunar eclipse represents a resetting of your emotions, clearing away the emotional baggage of the previous six months.

Lunar Eclipse Aspect

Moon square Jupiter is not usually that challenging and the orb for this aspect is over four degrees which is not strong. But this is a total lunar eclipse and all the other significant aspects are very challenging. This eclipse is also affected by nasty Mars-Saturn-type stars. So the more negative qualities of Jupiter are likely to be expressed. These include greed, excess, waste, immorality, overconfidence, and over-optimism. You may experience changeable moods, and changing tastes can present relationship difficulties, especially if you have wandering eyes. If dating, take care not to lower your standards or ignoring obvious character flaws. Otherwise, you may be subject to embarrassment, disloyalty or scandal. You may also have to watch a tendency toward excess when it comes to food, alcohol, drugs, and gambling, especially if you have problems with addiction.

A good way to avoid any moral decay is to spend some time sharing your goodwill. Charitable work would be fulfilling but make sure to leave enough for yourself. This tendency toward overdoing things also needs to be watched when shopping. If your faith is tested, religion or other forms of spirituality may help. This is also a good eclipse to broaden your horizons through education, particularly in the humanities and social sciences but also in business and law.

Full Moon May 2021 square Jupiter brings the potential for greed, excess and immorality. But an even stronger influence comes from Mercury and Venus square Neptune. So confusion and deception are major themes of the May 26 lunar eclipse. The combination of immorality and deception is good for propagandists, loan sharks, and criminals but a danger for people who are weak, insecure, or vulnerable to victimization, suggestion, addiction or infection.

This super full-blood moon eclipse in the Claws of the Scorpion increases the risk of deception and treachery. It encourages mean people to be even more cruel, spiteful and revengeful. These stars also increase the risk of infection from contagious diseases. So this total lunar eclipse is likely to prolong the coronavirus pandemic.

What would be possible if we opened our minds and expanded our vision, including people and places beyond our current consciousness? The 2021 Sagittarius full moon and eclipse (on May 26 at 7:14 a.m. EDT) can help us process truths hidden in the shadows. 

With the lunar eclipse in candid Sagittarius, there will be more jaw-dropping headlines over the coming two to four weeks. Yet, these high-minded moonbeams could bring a potent reminder that honesty is still the best policy.

How to process it all? This is the second lunar eclipse in a series that is striking the Sagittarius-Gemini axis from June 5, 2020, until December 4, 2021. Eclipses reveal what’s been “concealed,” whether they are another person’s point of view or injustices that have been committed right under our noses. Often, the first eclipse is the big disrupter, blowing the lid off an issue that’s been boiling all along. What’s happened since the last lunar eclipse in Sagittarius. True to the fiery spirit of Sagittarius, a global uprising ignited near the first lunar eclipse in this sign last June. Outrage over the senseless murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin forced conversations about systemic racism and white supremacy into the mainstream.

While Chauvin was found guilty on all three charges in his 2021 trial, alarming cases of violence against the Asian-American and Pacific-Islander communities have been on the rise. Bombings in Gaza have killed Palestinian children as the war between Israel and Hamas intensifies. The path to racial equity is still harrowing—globally. The job of these eclipses is to reveal disparities and bring them into the dialogue.

Spring’s final full moon is also known as a Full Flower Moon. Indigenous tribes in eastern North America called it a Full Flower Moon to signify the colorful blossoms of this time. As the eclipse arrives with a shadow crossing over the moonlight, it’s anyone’s guess what truths will be revealed over the coming two to four weeks—peak manifesting time for a lunar eclipse.

Here are eight ways to harness the high-minded beams of the 2021 Sagittarius full moon lunar eclipse:

1. Tell the truth, to others and to yourself. Truth is one of humanity’s highest virtues. Yet, why do we spend so much time avoiding it or spinning it into some kind of a warped dubstep remix? Like a spoonful of cough syrup, honesty can indeed be brutal (and bitter) when we get our first taste. But if we’re brave enough, it can also set us free! That’s the theme of this keeping-it-real, tell-it-like-it-is lunar eclipse. Sagittarius is the zodiac’s most brutally honest sign, and full moons always bring with it a big reveal. Confessing is always better than having someone else expose your story.

2. But ditch the denial.

Let’s face it: Denial zaps a lot of life-force energy. The 2021 Sagittarius full moon could expose the full panoramic view of something you’ve avoided or covered up. If you’ve been unable to pinpoint the source of your suffering, this moon could expose a blind spot or two. , “It takes courage to look in the mirror and see past your reflection to who you really are when you take off the mask, when you’re not performing the same old routines and social roles. It takes courage to ask—’How did I become so well-adjusted to injustice?'”

3. Step out of your comfort zone.

Sagittarius is the worldly traveler, which is a concept most of us have to interpret metaphorically with 2021’s virus restrictions. Under this year’s full moon, the journey remains more of an “inside job.” It involves examining ways we are myopic or closed to the perspectives of other people. No matter your coordinates, cross-cultural connections get a powerful boost. Time to work together instead of sharpening the lines that divide us. While you may not be able to hop on an overseas flight, you can practice another language, cook a new type of cuisine, or take a class in the meantime.

4. Indulge in healthy hedonism.

At the full moon in Sagittarius, enjoy your physicality in an empowered and conscious way instead of hitting the mute button. Some will find you to be “too much,” but don’t let that stop you from being your authentic, full-bodied self. Take a long walk to process the pain of the world and aroused emotions. You might not be able to dance it away, but there is power in a playlist. It can help you move stuck pain through (and out of) your body.

5. Channel your raw instincts.

While Sagittarius has a cerebral side, the mythical Centaur is a horse from the waist down. As wise and worldly as Sagittarius energy can be, it’s rather randy, forever in pursuit of instant gratification and wild adventure. Can that get complicated? In our binary culture of either/or, it sure can. But Sagittarius energy is here to show us that we can be smart and sexy. Powerful and works in progress.

6. Commune with Mother Nature—and your higher self.

Globe-trotting Sagittarius always feels most expansive in a wide-open space. If it’s possible to get out into nature to soak up these moonbeams, do. Freeing your mind also broadens your horizons. Sign up for an online seminar. Invest in coaching sessions. Read that metaphysical book your enlightened friend insists has changed her life. Freedom-loving Sagittarius energy inspires us to learn but hates to sit still. You could try one of these books in audio format or listen to a podcast by one of your favorite idealists.

7. Join the conversation.

The injustices of our times are a global responsibility. As the past year has proved in skywriting, racism, sexism, and other -isms are alive and well. Sociological Sag encourages us to increase our awareness around privilege, social inequality, and intergroup relation. Self-educating is also a big Sagittarius pursuit. Before you go spouting off what you think is true, make sure you’ve got the knowledge to back it up.

8. Gather your motley crew.

On a one-to-one level, Sagittarius is all about rolling with your “soul family,” too, a motley crew united by shared values, interests, and philosophies. At this 2021 Sagittarius full moon and eclipse, rally your kindred spirits. Find spaces online and in your community where you can unite with people who share your vision and values. Go out of your way to welcome people from backgrounds different from your own.

The first eclipse of the year—happening on May 26 at 7:14 a.m. EST at exactly five degrees of Jupiter-ruled Sagittarius—something you’ve been manifesting and/or contemplating within the last six months could finally come to fruition. As you may recall, eclipses are powerful and though a full moon lunar eclipse is equivalent to an extra potent full moon, the effects of a lunar eclipse bring permanent finalities. A numinous portal shaking up internal and external foundations, eclipses shed light on the areas we’ve outgrown and/or no longer serve our highest truth. More often than not, a lunar eclipse will bring emphasis to the things we’ve become too attached to, as well as what needs to be let go of, in order for us to surrender. This celestial event occurs three to four times each year, and somehow never ceases to catapult us towards our destiny, both individually and as a collective. 

When exploring the energy of a lunar eclipse, it’s no wonder we’re not always able to witness this event from our view on planet Earth, as its lack of visibility goes hand-in-hand with the shadow of the earth that’s casted over the full moon. It’s that moment when the moon blocks the sun that forces us to explore unfamiliar territories, and consider new options. Granted, this sounds a lot more intimidating when compared to other astrological events but again, there’s no denying the life-altering effects of this celestial occurrence. Keep in mind, eclipses activate the nodes of the moon—a.k.a., the “Nodes of Fate,” given their multidimensionality and karmic influence. The North Node (Gemini) is symbolic of where we’re headed as a collective, while the South Node (Sagittarius) represents what needs to be left behind. Hint: Check which houses belong to these mutable energies in your birth chart.

Often referred to as the “axis of knowledge,” the North Node in Gemini and the South Node in Sagittarius are helping us outgrow the lifestyle, mindset(s), and philosophies we’ve outgrown in order to step into our highest truth. Something else to keep in mind during this time is, Gemini governs the primitive mind while Sagittarius governs the abstract mind; therefore, this eclipse series is mainly highlighting the information you gather firsthand versus the beliefs you’ve acquired throughout your lifetime. Collective and individual perceptions are transforming, especially when in regards to the “truth.” However, the dynamic and energetic theme of an eclipse changes according to the zodiac sign’s planetary ruler, and astrological aspects at play. Remember, Sagittarius’ planetary ruler, Jupiter, just slipped into mystical Pisces, and this most definitely changes things. 

The largest planet in the solar system, Jupiter is symbolic of abundance, bounty, blessings, expansion, faith, and wisdom. Its essence also goes hand-in-hand with miracles, travel, wealth, the law, and higher education. Boundless, compassionate, and right at home via its sign of rulership, Jupiter in Pisces is here to help us tune into the magic swirling through the universal realm. This heavenly transit will inspire us to cultivate a relationship with spirit, amidst surrendering to the heavenly flow in our hearts. Granted, the mutable energy surrounding this eclipse (The Sun, Mercury Retrograde-Venus-North Node in Gemini, Moon in Sagittarius + Jupiter in Pisces) could trigger feelings of confusion and restlessness, as it is bound to create a sense of indecision. However, this is precisely where the essence of Jupiter in Pisces comes in, as the larger-than-life choices we’ve quietly contemplated could make absolutely no sense in the third dimension, and yet somehow feel crystal clear in the 5D. 

Would you believe me if I told you that your intuition already knows the answer? This is the paradox of this lunar eclipse in Sagittarius. In the meantime, take a moment to reflect on the foundation of “your truth.” Does this personal philosophy contradict your dreams? Again, lunar eclipses trigger intense change as there’s something here for us to release. What are you ready to let go of? Jupiter will form an audacious T-square with the sun and moon, expanding and magnifying everything from the divinity of your inner knowing, to the hopes inside of us we can no longer deny. The Gemini sun highlights the “logical facts,” while the moon represents what brings us emotional comfort, but the square to Jupiter is challenging us to integrate the magic of our intuition in the process. So if a dream come true isn’t making logical sense at the moment, it’s because we’re being guided to trust the “truth” we don’t see. 

After all, Pisces is the sign of faith, hope, dreams, mysticism, and universal love. Just because we can’t see it doesn’t mean it isn’t there, right? Don’t get me wrong, leaning on the divine when making a life-altering choice could seem delusional, but do we ever really know? It’s time to surrender to your soul’s truth. Not to worry, Jupiter thrives in Pisces; it’s here to bestow us with abundance, blessings, and magic, but this story is just beginning. Don’t hesitate to call upon your angels, spirits, and guides during this time. A beautiful awakening is taking place, but by that same token, there is also a need to release what no longer resonates with our highest good. Gemini’s celestial ruler (Mercury) is also sitting a few degrees away from Venus, and both of these heavenly bodies are clashing with Pisces’ ruler, Neptune. This adds another layer of uncertainty, as Mercury can’t see things clearly when in contact with ambiguous Neptune.

Nevertheless, consider this your official cue to test the power of your intuition. Trust in the changes you’re experiencing internally, as well as the magic you’re manifesting at a soul level. If we had access to the “common sense” we seek to validate our future plans, we would never trust in the ability to surrender.

Read below your full moon lunar eclipse horoscope and reflection, according to your zodiac sign:

Aries Sun and Aries Rising

Your challenge throughout this eclipse journey, should you choose to accept it, is to keep an open mind, Aries. The lunar eclipse in Sagittarius will touch down on your ninth house of expansion, faith, wisdom, and self-discovery, propelling you towards unknown territory. While the sun highlights your mindset and immediate environment, the eclipse of the moon will bring closure and clarity to themes surrounding your belief systems, and whether or not this philosophy is serving you. A square to almighty Jupiter encourages you to go within, and cultivate a relationship with spirit, in order to gain the knowledge you’ve been seeking. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: What belief systems have you willingly surrendered in the past six months?

Taurus and Taurus Rising

In addition to shedding your snakeskin and rising like a Phoenix from the ashes, this eclipse series is teaching you how to embrace the changes that are brewing within you, Taurus. Nevertheless, the first eclipse of the year will activate your suspicious eighth house of debt, sex, energetic exchanges, spiritual relations, and soulmate connections, highlighting everything from your philosophy on sex to your unconscious desires for profound change. At odds with larger-than-life Jupiter via your experimental eleventh house of individual freedom, your unconventional dreams and sense of belonging in the world may or may not align with your “definition” of stability, but nothing’s supposed to stay the same. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: Are you holding onto parts of you that have already expired?

Gemini and Gemini Rising

There’s a difference between your genuine desire to commit vs. your ability to compromise, Gemini. A plethora of planets continues to energize and revitalize your mutable mind, but it’s important for you to be discerning about your needs, and approach to others during this time. Hovering over your committed seventh house of significant others, a lunar eclipse via your polar opposite sign is highlighting everything from your personal and professional partnerships, to the foundation of your union. A square to the eclipse’s ruler, Jupiter, via your tenth house of career, reputation, and legacy, you could feel a tug-of-war between your current commitments vs. chasing the occupation of your dreams. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: Do your personal & professional partners support you on your journey?

Cancer and Cancer Rising

You’re being guided to cultivate a healthy synergy between your mind, body, and soul, Cancer. A lunar eclipse will touch down on your responsible sixth house of health, due diligence, and divine duties, bringing closure and clarity to themes surrounding your habitual processes, and work routine. Sitting in a tricky T-Square with bountiful Jupiter via your lucky ninth house of expansion, travel, philosophy, and unknown territory, you’re being challenged to reflect on whether or not your day-to-day rituals coincide with your goals for the future. You’re no stranger to dreaming a little dream but you’re being divinely guided towards a brand new mission, and well… some adjustments are required. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: How can you integrate your relationship with source into your daily life?

Leo and Leo Rising

You’re releasing the people, places, and things that no longer live in your heart space, Leo. The full moon lunar eclipse will illuminate your flamboyant fifth house of love, passion, pleasure, and creative expression, propelling you towards a brand new atmosphere and new beginning that’s in divine alignment with your soul journey. The challenge, you ask? A square to almighty Jupiter via your intimate eighth house of sex, mergers, and soul bonds, requires you detach yourself from energetic, financial, and spiritual entanglements for your highest good. Keep in mind, this could also be residual energies and/or psychic baggage stifling your love life, and inspiration.  Lunar Eclipse Reflection: What psychic burdens and emotional attachments are you holding onto?

Virgo and Virgo Rising

The truth was always in your heart, Virgo. A powerful full moon lunar eclipse will activate your ancestral fourth house of home, family, emotional foundations, and innermost feelings, highlighting everything from the belief systems you’ve acquired early on in life, to the legacy you’re currently pondering about. At odds with expansive Jupiter via your committed seventh house of agreements, negotiations, and one-on-one relationships, a divine partner and/or ideal relationship might seem contradicting to the path you’re currently on, but not for long. On another note, this  eclipse is asking you to release the need to compromise your freedom for the sake of another. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: Are you building an authentic foundation for yourself, or submitting to an outdated belief?

Libra and Libra Rising

If you’re overwhelmed with curiosity, why not discover the truth for yourself? The first lunar eclipse of the year will activate your mercurial third house of communication, siblings, thought process, and local networks, encouraging you to take a leap of faith when in regards to your immediate surroundings. Whether it be relocating to a different neighborhood, or obtaining a brand new skill, your perception is shifting. A challenging square to bountiful Jupiter via your responsible sixth house of health, daily rituals, and acts of service will require you to make the necessary sacrifices but rest assured, this is all for your highest good. Some of you might even decide to take a small but well-deserved hiatus from the daily grind. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: How has your perception of yourself and the people around you changed in the last six months?

Scorpio and Scorpio Rising

Remember who you are, and what you’re capable of, Scorpio. The full moon lunar eclipse will illuminate your stability-seeking second house of comfort, income, spending habits, cherished possessions, and value systems, highlighting everything from your financial freedom—or lack thereof—to your definition of “security.” The catch? A powerful square to King of the Gods, Jupiter, via your authentic fifth house of love, passion, and pleasure, you’re being challenged to trust in the infinite possibilities when it comes to your love life, and happiness in general. Perhaps your soul’s truth and unique authenticity lies beyond your comfort zone? Trust your intuitive knowing. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: How has your version of emotional fulfillment & sense of self worth evolved since the beginning of the year?

Sagittarius and Sagittarius Rising

This one’s got your name on it and chances are, you can already feel the shift, Sagittarius. As the first lunar eclipse of the year touches down on your sign, you’re being guided to reflect, review, and re-evaluate everything from your personal needs to your life priorities, but there’s more. A stellium of energy continues to activate your relationship sector, so don’t hesitate to revisit a pending conversation that’s long overdue. Cross your t’s and dot your i’s; a square your planetary ruler, Jupiter, via your domestic fourth house of home, family, and emotional foundations, requires you to decide whether or not you feel at home within yourself. Maybe your internal longing for bliss and freedom catches the people around you off guard, but it’s not their truth to decide. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: When you go deep within to reunite with yourself, how do you feel?

Capricorn and Capricorn Rising

Repressed emotions and beliefs could come up for review during this time, Capricorn. And despite whether you’re comfortable with the thought of expressing yourself freely, the lunar eclipse in Sagittarius will touch down on your unconscious twelfth house of closure, dreams, clandestine affairs, hidden agendas, and karmic patterns, in order to liberate you from psychic baggage and belief systems that have been stifling your soul’s truth. At odds with almighty Jupiter via your mercurial third house of communication, siblings, thought process, and immediate surroundings, sometimes having the right intentions goes far beyond communicating the “right words,” but something needs to be cleared, and released. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: What belief system and/or perception blocks you from truly opening up?

Aquarius and Aquarius Rising

There’s no such thing as an individual without a community of like-minded individuals behind it, and you know this more than anyone, Aquarius. But with a full moon lunar eclipse activating your socially conscious eleventh house of associations, community, extended family, and individual freedom, a part of you could feel somewhat detached from your tribe, or perhaps as though you’ve outgrown a particular network. Who are you without the freedom to be yourself? A square to almighty Jupiter via your stability-seeking second house of money, possessions, and value systems, could challenge you to reflect on whether you’ve been over sacrificing, or perhaps not owning up to your self-worth. Granted, not everyone is worthy of your magic, but this doesn’t give you a reason to dim your bright light. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: How can you cultivate your unique charms & gifts without oversharing?

Pisces and Pisces Rising

The spotlight’s on you, and the ball’s in your court, Pisces dear. A full moon lunar eclipse will touch down on your public tenth house of ambition, career, legacy, and reputation in the world, highlighting everything from your professional status to your philosophy on “success.” What makes this celestial occurrence that much more interesting is, it will simultaneously clash with your traditional ruler, Jupiter, amidst a magical voyage through your mutable waters. Granted, you could’ve very well settled into a stable occupation with a reliable income, but does this life choice actually, truly, wholeheartedly resonate with you at a soul level? Perhaps this is an opportunity for you to reflect on your upbringing and traditions, especially if it involves family expectations. Nevertheless, it’s time for you to sail away in your own ship. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: Do you believe in yourself & have faith in the pursuit of your dreams?

The first eclipse of the year—happening on May 26 at 7:14 a.m. EST at exactly five degrees of Jupiter-ruled Sagittarius—something you’ve been manifesting and/or contemplating within the last six months could finally come to fruition. As you may recall, eclipses are powerful and though a full moon lunar eclipse is equivalent to an extra potent full moon, the effects of a lunar eclipse bring permanent finalities. A numinous portal shaking up internal and external foundations, eclipses shed light on the areas we’ve outgrown and/or no longer serve our highest truth. More often than not, a lunar eclipse will bring emphasis to the things we’ve become too attached to, as well as what needs to be let go of, in order for us to surrender. This celestial event occurs three to four times each year, and somehow never ceases to catapult us towards our destiny, both individually and as a collective. 

When exploring the energy of a lunar eclipse, it’s no wonder we’re not always able to witness this event from our view on planet Earth, as its lack of visibility goes hand-in-hand with the shadow of the earth that’s casted over the full moon. It’s that moment when the moon blocks the sun that forces us to explore unfamiliar territories, and consider new options. Granted, this sounds a lot more intimidating when compared to other astrological events but again, there’s no denying the life-altering effects of this celestial occurrence. Keep in mind, eclipses activate the nodes of the moon—a.k.a., the “Nodes of Fate,” given their multidimensionality and karmic influence. The North Node (Gemini) is symbolic of where we’re headed as a collective, while the South Node (Sagittarius) represents what needs to be left behind. Hint: Check which houses belong to these mutable energies in your birth chart.

Often referred to as the “axis of knowledge,” the North Node in Gemini and the South Node in Sagittarius are helping us outgrow the lifestyle, mindset(s), and philosophies we’ve outgrown in order to step into our highest truth. Something else to keep in mind during this time is, Gemini governs the primitive mind while Sagittarius governs the abstract mind; therefore, this eclipse series is mainly highlighting the information you gather firsthand versus the beliefs you’ve acquired throughout your lifetime. Collective and individual perceptions are transforming, especially when in regards to the “truth.” However, the dynamic and energetic theme of an eclipse changes according to the zodiac sign’s planetary ruler, and astrological aspects at play. Remember, Sagittarius’ planetary ruler, Jupiter, just slipped into mystical Pisces, and this most definitely changes things. 

The largest planet in the solar system, Jupiter is symbolic of abundance, bounty, blessings, expansion, faith, and wisdom. Its essence also goes hand-in-hand with miracles, travel, wealth, the law, and higher education. Boundless, compassionate, and right at home via its sign of rulership, Jupiter in Pisces is here to help us tune into the magic swirling through the universal realm. This heavenly transit will inspire us to cultivate a relationship with spirit, amidst surrendering to the heavenly flow in our hearts. Granted, the mutable energy surrounding this eclipse (The Sun, Mercury Retrograde-Venus-North Node in Gemini, Moon in Sagittarius + Jupiter in Pisces) could trigger feelings of confusion and restlessness, as it is bound to create a sense of indecision. However, this is precisely where the essence of Jupiter in Pisces comes in, as the larger-than-life choices we’ve quietly contemplated could make absolutely no sense in the third dimension, and yet somehow feel crystal clear in the 5D. 

Would you believe me if I told you that your intuition already knows the answer? This is the paradox of this lunar eclipse in Sagittarius. In the meantime, take a moment to reflect on the foundation of “your truth.” Does this personal philosophy contradict your dreams? Again, lunar eclipses trigger intense change as there’s something here for us to release. What are you ready to let go of? Jupiter will form an audacious T-square with the sun and moon, expanding and magnifying everything from the divinity of your inner knowing, to the hopes inside of us we can no longer deny. The Gemini sun highlights the “logical facts,” while the moon represents what brings us emotional comfort, but the square to Jupiter is challenging us to integrate the magic of our intuition in the process. So if a dream come true isn’t making logical sense at the moment, it’s because we’re being guided to trust the “truth” we don’t see. 

After all, Pisces is the sign of faith, hope, dreams, mysticism, and universal love. Just because we can’t see it doesn’t mean it isn’t there, right? Don’t get me wrong, leaning on the divine when making a life-altering choice could seem delusional, but do we ever really know? It’s time to surrender to your soul’s truth. Not to worry, Jupiter thrives in Pisces; it’s here to bestow us with abundance, blessings, and magic, but this story is just beginning. Don’t hesitate to call upon your angels, spirits, and guides during this time. A beautiful awakening is taking place, but by that same token, there is also a need to release what no longer resonates with our highest good. Gemini’s celestial ruler (Mercury) is also sitting a few degrees away from Venus, and both of these heavenly bodies are clashing with Pisces’ ruler, Neptune. This adds another layer of uncertainty, as Mercury can’t see things clearly when in contact with ambiguous Neptune.

Nevertheless, consider this your official cue to test the power of your intuition. Trust in the changes you’re experiencing internally, as well as the magic you’re manifesting at a soul level. If we had access to the “common sense” we seek to validate our future plans, we would never trust in the ability to surrender.

Read below your full moon lunar eclipse horoscope and reflection, according to your zodiac sign:

Aries Sun and Aries Rising

Your challenge throughout this eclipse journey, should you choose to accept it, is to keep an open mind, Aries. The lunar eclipse in Sagittarius will touch down on your ninth house of expansion, faith, wisdom, and self-discovery, propelling you towards unknown territory. While the sun highlights your mindset and immediate environment, the eclipse of the moon will bring closure and clarity to themes surrounding your belief systems, and whether or not this philosophy is serving you. A square to almighty Jupiter encourages you to go within, and cultivate a relationship with spirit, in order to gain the knowledge you’ve been seeking. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: What belief systems have you willingly surrendered in the past six months?

Taurus and Taurus Rising

In addition to shedding your snakeskin and rising like a Phoenix from the ashes, this eclipse series is teaching you how to embrace the changes that are brewing within you, Taurus. Nevertheless, the first eclipse of the year will activate your suspicious eighth house of debt, sex, energetic exchanges, spiritual relations, and soulmate connections, highlighting everything from your philosophy on sex to your unconscious desires for profound change. At odds with larger-than-life Jupiter via your experimental eleventh house of individual freedom, your unconventional dreams and sense of belonging in the world may or may not align with your “definition” of stability, but nothing’s supposed to stay the same. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: Are you holding onto parts of you that have already expired?

Gemini and Gemini Rising

There’s a difference between your genuine desire to commit vs. your ability to compromise, Gemini. A plethora of planets continues to energize and revitalize your mutable mind, but it’s important for you to be discerning about your needs, and approach to others during this time. Hovering over your committed seventh house of significant others, a lunar eclipse via your polar opposite sign is highlighting everything from your personal and professional partnerships, to the foundation of your union. A square to the eclipse’s ruler, Jupiter, via your tenth house of career, reputation, and legacy, you could feel a tug-of-war between your current commitments vs. chasing the occupation of your dreams. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: Do your personal & professional partners support you on your journey?

Cancer and Cancer Rising

You’re being guided to cultivate a healthy synergy between your mind, body, and soul, Cancer. A lunar eclipse will touch down on your responsible sixth house of health, due diligence, and divine duties, bringing closure and clarity to themes surrounding your habitual processes, and work routine. Sitting in a tricky T-Square with bountiful Jupiter via your lucky ninth house of expansion, travel, philosophy, and unknown territory, you’re being challenged to reflect on whether or not your day-to-day rituals coincide with your goals for the future. You’re no stranger to dreaming a little dream but you’re being divinely guided towards a brand new mission, and well… some adjustments are required. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: How can you integrate your relationship with source into your daily life?

Leo and Leo Rising

You’re releasing the people, places, and things that no longer live in your heart space, Leo. The full moon lunar eclipse will illuminate your flamboyant fifth house of love, passion, pleasure, and creative expression, propelling you towards a brand new atmosphere and new beginning that’s in divine alignment with your soul journey. The challenge, you ask? A square to almighty Jupiter via your intimate eighth house of sex, mergers, and soul bonds, requires you detach yourself from energetic, financial, and spiritual entanglements for your highest good. Keep in mind, this could also be residual energies and/or psychic baggage stifling your love life, and inspiration.  Lunar Eclipse Reflection: What psychic burdens and emotional attachments are you holding onto?

Virgo and Virgo Rising

The truth was always in your heart, Virgo. A powerful full moon lunar eclipse will activate your ancestral fourth house of home, family, emotional foundations, and innermost feelings, highlighting everything from the belief systems you’ve acquired early on in life, to the legacy you’re currently pondering about. At odds with expansive Jupiter via your committed seventh house of agreements, negotiations, and one-on-one relationships, a divine partner and/or ideal relationship might seem contradicting to the path you’re currently on, but not for long. On another note, this  eclipse is asking you to release the need to compromise your freedom for the sake of another. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: Are you building an authentic foundation for yourself, or submitting to an outdated belief?

Libra and Libra Rising

If you’re overwhelmed with curiosity, why not discover the truth for yourself? The first lunar eclipse of the year will activate your mercurial third house of communication, siblings, thought process, and local networks, encouraging you to take a leap of faith when in regards to your immediate surroundings. Whether it be relocating to a different neighborhood, or obtaining a brand new skill, your perception is shifting. A challenging square to bountiful Jupiter via your responsible sixth house of health, daily rituals, and acts of service will require you to make the necessary sacrifices but rest assured, this is all for your highest good. Some of you might even decide to take a small but well-deserved hiatus from the daily grind. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: How has your perception of yourself and the people around you changed in the last six months?

Scorpio and Scorpio Rising

Remember who you are, and what you’re capable of, Scorpio. The full moon lunar eclipse will illuminate your stability-seeking second house of comfort, income, spending habits, cherished possessions, and value systems, highlighting everything from your financial freedom—or lack thereof—to your definition of “security.” The catch? A powerful square to King of the Gods, Jupiter, via your authentic fifth house of love, passion, and pleasure, you’re being challenged to trust in the infinite possibilities when it comes to your love life, and happiness in general. Perhaps your soul’s truth and unique authenticity lies beyond your comfort zone? Trust your intuitive knowing. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: How has your version of emotional fulfillment & sense of self worth evolved since the beginning of the year?

Sagittarius and Sagittarius Rising

This one’s got your name on it and chances are, you can already feel the shift, Sagittarius. As the first lunar eclipse of the year touches down on your sign, you’re being guided to reflect, review, and re-evaluate everything from your personal needs to your life priorities, but there’s more. A stellium of energy continues to activate your relationship sector, so don’t hesitate to revisit a pending conversation that’s long overdue. Cross your t’s and dot your i’s; a square your planetary ruler, Jupiter, via your domestic fourth house of home, family, and emotional foundations, requires you to decide whether or not you feel at home within yourself. Maybe your internal longing for bliss and freedom catches the people around you off guard, but it’s not their truth to decide. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: When you go deep within to reunite with yourself, how do you feel?

Capricorn and Capricorn Rising

Repressed emotions and beliefs could come up for review during this time, Capricorn. And despite whether you’re comfortable with the thought of expressing yourself freely, the lunar eclipse in Sagittarius will touch down on your unconscious twelfth house of closure, dreams, clandestine affairs, hidden agendas, and karmic patterns, in order to liberate you from psychic baggage and belief systems that have been stifling your soul’s truth. At odds with almighty Jupiter via your mercurial third house of communication, siblings, thought process, and immediate surroundings, sometimes having the right intentions goes far beyond communicating the “right words,” but something needs to be cleared, and released. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: What belief system and/or perception blocks you from truly opening up?

Aquarius and Aquarius Rising

There’s no such thing as an individual without a community of like-minded individuals behind it, and you know this more than anyone, Aquarius. But with a full moon lunar eclipse activating your socially conscious eleventh house of associations, community, extended family, and individual freedom, a part of you could feel somewhat detached from your tribe, or perhaps as though you’ve outgrown a particular network. Who are you without the freedom to be yourself? A square to almighty Jupiter via your stability-seeking second house of money, possessions, and value systems, could challenge you to reflect on whether you’ve been over sacrificing, or perhaps not owning up to your self-worth. Granted, not everyone is worthy of your magic, but this doesn’t give you a reason to dim your bright light. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: How can you cultivate your unique charms & gifts without oversharing?

Pisces and Pisces Rising

The spotlight’s on you, and the ball’s in your court, Pisces dear. A full moon lunar eclipse will touch down on your public tenth house of ambition, career, legacy, and reputation in the world, highlighting everything from your professional status to your philosophy on “success.” What makes this celestial occurrence that much more interesting is, it will simultaneously clash with your traditional ruler, Jupiter, amidst a magical voyage through your mutable waters. Granted, you could’ve very well settled into a stable occupation with a reliable income, but does this life choice actually, truly, wholeheartedly resonate with you at a soul level? Perhaps this is an opportunity for you to reflect on your upbringing and traditions, especially if it involves family expectations. Nevertheless, it’s time for you to sail away in your own ship. Lunar Eclipse Reflection: Do you believe in yourself & have faith in the pursuit of your dreams?

The Moon is still in Scorpio, but today should go a lot smoother than yesterday.  This is because the Moon will pull away from Saturn and Uranus while picking up support from Mars in Cancer and Neptune in Pisces.    Yep. That’s a grand trine in water. We also have Saturn in Aquarius supporting a stellium in Gemini.   

If you put these things together, you’ve got a decently-oiled machine to work with. Not quite “well-oiled”, but it’s doable; and compared to what we’ve dealt with over the last year or so, it’s grand.  

The Moon will ingress into Sagittarius tonight, the eve of tomorrow’s lunar eclipse which aspects Jupiter. You might have some really interesting (Gemini) Jupiter-themed dreams (Pisces).  

LIONS, TIGERS AND BEARS…OH MY !!!!

All in all, the day starts out okay, gets better, and ends well. It’s like walking into a casino, losing a little, then winning and actually leaving with the cash!   Also, don’t forget Mercury will turn retrograde on Saturday. Super foggy. Drive slow, keep your lights on and try not to deceive yourself during this foggy event.

The Moon is still in Scorpio, but today should go a lot smoother than yesterday.  This is because the Moon will pull away from Saturn and Uranus while picking up support from Mars in Cancer and Neptune in Pisces.    Yep. That’s a grand trine in water. We also have Saturn in Aquarius supporting a stellium in Gemini.   

If you put these things together, you’ve got a decently-oiled machine to work with. Not quite “well-oiled”, but it’s doable; and compared to what we’ve dealt with over the last year or so, it’s grand.  

The Moon will ingress into Sagittarius tonight, the eve of tomorrow’s lunar eclipse which aspects Jupiter. You might have some really interesting (Gemini) Jupiter-themed dreams (Pisces).  

LIONS, TIGERS AND BEARS…OH MY !!!!

All in all, the day starts out okay, gets better, and ends well. It’s like walking into a casino, losing a little, then winning and actually leaving with the cash!   Also, don’t forget Mercury will turn retrograde on Saturday. Super foggy. Drive slow, keep your lights on and try not to deceive yourself during this foggy event.

If you can see your path laid out in front of you step by step, you know it’s not your path. Your own path you make with every step you take. That’s why it’s your path.
Joseph Campbell

If you were especially curious about what card was going to turn up in this week that is being impacted by Saturn stationing retrograde yesterday, Wednesday’s Full Moon eclipse in Sagittarius, and this coming Saturday’s Mercury Retrograde, you aren’t the only one. So, honestly, I laughed when The Fool jumped into my hand.  It literally just flew into my hand when I shuffled the cards.

Normally, I might expect to see him appear on a New Moon, or some other time of new beginnings, because that is definitely his forte. But as usual, the Tarot has a more nuanced sense of timing than I do, and a little poking around confirms that The Fool knows exactly why he’s come to call this week.

Stepping From Innocence

Sometimes disliked by those who revere analytical logic and the feeling of being in control, The Fool is a card of joy, risk-taking, and spontaneity. In the Waite-Smith deck, he sports a jaunty red feather. His arms are spread wide and his heart is unshielded. With his hand in the position of the Gyan Mudra, he holds a white rose – symbol of both passion and purity. Poised on the precipice, he is accompanied by his companion dog who is either warning or dancing with him (or a bit of both). His tunic is covered in circles divided into eighths – possibly referencing the eight quarters and cross-quarter holidays of the Wheel of the Year.

The eight-pointed star is often associated with cosmic perfection. So The Fool stands outside the narrative of the Majors, for he is the Zero in the Tarot – the beginning and end of the Major Arcana journey, but not a part of the story itself. The eight-pointed star is also associated with the morning & evening star (planet Venus), and the Star of Ishtar (also associated with Venus).

Which points to the fact that while it is convenient to speak of The Fool as “he,” this figure is certainly androgynous. Many Tarot devotees have also suggested that the card may represent sexual innocence, as well as experiential naivety.

The Fool is that longing within that sometimes reaches out to be at home everywhere, and sometimes feels it is nowhere. His Zero is apropos: he is outside of things, and yet fully integrated within himself. With The Fool as our guide, we can do so knowing that we are headed for totally uncharted territory. Rather than the Minors’ focus on, say, matters of the mind in the Swords, or security and resources in the Pentacles, remember that the Tarot Triumphs offer us powerful life lessons that affect all aspects of our lives.

The Fool shows us that even as we take advantage of the astrological gifts of assessment and retrospect, we must keep moving. Trusting Life is the name of this journey, and it will ultimately move him (and us)  beyond doubt and second-guessing. Never mind the many unknowns. At long last (and rather abruptly) our culture’s glorification of stasis and dominance has been irrevocably exposed as illusion. Mystery has been our companion all along.

This week, how might you take your own step of faith, knowing that the beloved Earth will rise up to meet you? If you are poised to embark on a journey — whether it be literal, or one of the mind, heart, or spirit — mind the details but do not fear. Here is the wisdom of slipping out of our bonds, letting go, and especially turning away from the need to be in control of everything.

As the world opens back up again, be willing to get off the beaten track. After all, if there’s a beaten track ahead, it is not yours.

As The Fool stands on the edge of a stride into the unknown, he carries a small satchel on a stick. He travels with only the essentials, eschewing all that is weighty or complicated. However, look closely and you will see that the stick upon which his bag is attached is a magic wand. Is he aware of its power?  He asks you “are you aware of your own”?

If you can see your path laid out in front of you step by step, you know it’s not your path. Your own path you make with every step you take. That’s why it’s your path.
Joseph Campbell

If you were especially curious about what card was going to turn up in this week that is being impacted by Saturn stationing retrograde yesterday, Wednesday’s Full Moon eclipse in Sagittarius, and this coming Saturday’s Mercury Retrograde, you aren’t the only one. So, honestly, I laughed when The Fool jumped into my hand.  It literally just flew into my hand when I shuffled the cards.

Normally, I might expect to see him appear on a New Moon, or some other time of new beginnings, because that is definitely his forte. But as usual, the Tarot has a more nuanced sense of timing than I do, and a little poking around confirms that The Fool knows exactly why he’s come to call this week.

Stepping From Innocence

Sometimes disliked by those who revere analytical logic and the feeling of being in control, The Fool is a card of joy, risk-taking, and spontaneity. In the Waite-Smith deck, he sports a jaunty red feather. His arms are spread wide and his heart is unshielded. With his hand in the position of the Gyan Mudra, he holds a white rose – symbol of both passion and purity. Poised on the precipice, he is accompanied by his companion dog who is either warning or dancing with him (or a bit of both). His tunic is covered in circles divided into eighths – possibly referencing the eight quarters and cross-quarter holidays of the Wheel of the Year.

The eight-pointed star is often associated with cosmic perfection. So The Fool stands outside the narrative of the Majors, for he is the Zero in the Tarot – the beginning and end of the Major Arcana journey, but not a part of the story itself. The eight-pointed star is also associated with the morning & evening star (planet Venus), and the Star of Ishtar (also associated with Venus).

Which points to the fact that while it is convenient to speak of The Fool as “he,” this figure is certainly androgynous. Many Tarot devotees have also suggested that the card may represent sexual innocence, as well as experiential naivety.

The Fool is that longing within that sometimes reaches out to be at home everywhere, and sometimes feels it is nowhere. His Zero is apropos: he is outside of things, and yet fully integrated within himself. With The Fool as our guide, we can do so knowing that we are headed for totally uncharted territory. Rather than the Minors’ focus on, say, matters of the mind in the Swords, or security and resources in the Pentacles, remember that the Tarot Triumphs offer us powerful life lessons that affect all aspects of our lives.

The Fool shows us that even as we take advantage of the astrological gifts of assessment and retrospect, we must keep moving. Trusting Life is the name of this journey, and it will ultimately move him (and us)  beyond doubt and second-guessing. Never mind the many unknowns. At long last (and rather abruptly) our culture’s glorification of stasis and dominance has been irrevocably exposed as illusion. Mystery has been our companion all along.

This week, how might you take your own step of faith, knowing that the beloved Earth will rise up to meet you? If you are poised to embark on a journey — whether it be literal, or one of the mind, heart, or spirit — mind the details but do not fear. Here is the wisdom of slipping out of our bonds, letting go, and especially turning away from the need to be in control of everything.

As the world opens back up again, be willing to get off the beaten track. After all, if there’s a beaten track ahead, it is not yours.

As The Fool stands on the edge of a stride into the unknown, he carries a small satchel on a stick. He travels with only the essentials, eschewing all that is weighty or complicated. However, look closely and you will see that the stick upon which his bag is attached is a magic wand. Is he aware of its power?  He asks you “are you aware of your own”?