Before we get started on our first lesson, I’d like you to take this quiz. 
Be honest. I don’t want to know your grade, This is just to keep track of your progress.

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What’s Your I.Q. (Your Intuition Quotient)?
There are many factors (some of which may surprise you) that indicate a strong disposition toward intuitive abilities. The I.Q. test below will help you assess where your inclinations are. Fear not, though, if you don’t get a high score initially. Intuition is as much a basic component in every person’s make-up as thought and emotion are. And with a little practice you can discover (and use a greater part of your intuitive awareness. So, read on and learn about your natural strengths and weaknesses (the areas that will require more of your effort). Don’t forget, self-discovery is what intuition is all about!
Test Your I.Q.!
Instructions: Determine a number value between 1 and 10 for each of your answers (with a score of 10 for ALWAYS, 5 for SOMETIMES and 1 for RARELY. Be HONEST! When you’re finished, check your total score. Then take a look at the ‘Point-by-Point Program to Increase Your IQ’ and begin your personal program for intuitive development.
PART I. YOUR INTUITIVE PERSONALITY PROFILE

1. Do you consider yourself creative and/or imaginative?
2. Do you feel that you are independent, confident and self-aware?
3. Are you open-minded, curious and eager to learn new things?
4. Do you consider yourself flexible, spontaneous and willing to change?
5. Are you aware of your surroundings and sensitive to others around you?
6. Are you willing to take action in areas of your life that may be untested and untried?
7. Are you aware of your body’s messages to you and its needs? Do you honor them?
8. Do you possess a willingness to know and grow, even when the pursuit of your growth may not necessarily take you down the easiest path?
9. Do you take your commitments seriously enough to embrace them with enthusiasm?
   10 Do you live with integrity? In other words, are you honest with yourself and others in all matters, little and large?
   PART II. YOUR INTUITION IN ACTION
   1 Have you ever had hunches about significant opportunities, situations or events before they occurred?
10. Have you ever had a troubling ‘feeling’ or physical discomfort when pursuing a choice that you KNEW wasn’t in your best good?
11. Have you ever had goose bumps, butterflies in your stomach, chills or other physical sensations, especially when having vague or undetermined feelings of anticipation?
12. Have you ever actively tuned in with your intuition in times of change, opportunity, confusion or ambivalence?
13. When you do experience your intuitive voice, do you try to be conscious of the methods it uses to speak to you (visual images, ideas, gut feelings, physical sensations or emotions)?
14. Have you ever anticipated little, daily occurrences before they happened (such as phone calls, emails, chance meetings, scheduling changes, etc.)
15. Are you ever able to sense others’ feelings and concerns without having been informed of them directly?
16. Are you as willing to act upon the directions of your intuitive voice when it asks you to do something challenging as much as you are when it directs you toward something pleasurable and fun?
    SCORING YOUR I.Q. TEST

121-180 points: congratulations! If you reached this score, then you have had enough intuitive experiences to have already become familiar with that voice inside you. You also embrace the qualities that give you the strength to act on your intuition. If you continue to strive in making these personal qualities and intuitive practices real every day, then you will bring yourself ever-closer to a greater realization of success and happiness in your life (both through your intuitive guidance and by your confidence and joyful sense of self).

61-120 points: Falling into this point range means only one thing; you’re pretty close to normal as far as life’s ups and downs have taken you. If you recommit now to discovering the strength of your spirit, and to the practices of listening to your intuitive voice, then you will be surprised at the abundant and new opportunities that become available to you.

18-60 points: Don’t worry! NO matter what your score was, the situation is never hopeless. It may seem that your intuition has been eluding you all your life, but it’s actually much more likely that YOU have been ignoring (or even suppressing) IT! Still, there is work to be done’ both in your intuitive exercises and in your self-discovery. Fear not, though! With a little bit of effort, consistency in behavior and some changes in attitude, you will be able to discover a part of yourself that can take you to greatness!
A POINT-BY-POINT PROGRAM TO INCREASE YOUR I.Q.
Read through each point and consider the steps that you can take to begin your program of intuitive development. Pay special attention to your low scoring questions to determine the areas that may require special effort on your part.

PART I. YOUR INTUITIVE PERSONALITY PROFILE

While the qualities discussed in Part I of the test may not SEEM to have anything to do with being intuitive, they are as important as any technical skill you can develop. For they are the attributes that allow you to be truly guided by your inner voice. In the end, the real difference between nonintuitive people and those who are highly developed is not how much they PERCEIVE their intuition, but how much they listen, trust and act upon their intuitive perceptions.
Anyone with enough determination can be taught a skill, but how easy is it to teach someone determination? Ultimately, those who won’t listen to their intuition are much worse off than those who can’t, because those who can’t can learn!
So, take some time now to consider the traits which you can hone and the steps that you can take to better improve your intuition (as well as your life)!

1. Do you consider yourself creative and/or imaginative?
   People who are creative (who can ‘think outside the box’) tend not limit themselves exclusively to analytical thought. Over-analysis of any information, especially intuitive, can prohibit our ability to take action. After all, one of the best ways NOT to DO something is to keep thinking about it! If you tend to over-analyze the decisions in your life, become more aware of this habit as it’s happening. Practice making the little decisions throughout your day more spontaneously, more intuitively, by determining what you feel (not what you think) and then act upon it.
   Intuitive messages often take the form of ideas or IMAGES that suddenly pop into the mind through the IMAGE-ination. If you’re already imaginative, your ability to recognize those images strongly supports intuitive experiences. Don’t worry, though, if you didn’t score highly on this one. We’ll look at some exercises later to ‘tweak’ your imaging skills.
2. Do you feel confident, self-aware and independent?
   Being independent is not the same as being a loner, being aggressive or being selfish. It simply means that you trust yourself enough to know what’s best for you and that you have the courage to see it through. If you scored well on this question, it simply means that you probably won’t be intimidated when choosing what your intuition tells you to do (even when those choices may be challenged by well-meaning others). If your score was low, begin now to BELIEVE that you have a powerful truth inside you. And believe in yourself! The more confident and self-accepting you are, the more you will be willing to listen to your own inner voice. And, NOT coincidentally, the more you listen to your intuition, the more confident you will become.
3. Are you open-minded, curious and eager to learn new things?
   The very nature of intuition requires you to perceive information that doesn’t come to you through your physical senses. You must open your mind to accept a concept of reality that is larger than the physical self and perhaps even larger that space or time. Even if you are already open-minded, be sure to maintain a strong curiosity about things that may be unseen and perhaps even unseeable. And seek to discover new worlds where ever you go!
4. Do you consider yourself flexible, spontaneous and willing to change?
   Spontaneous intuition happens when it happens! If you are stuck in a rut with your eyes set only on a predetermined agenda, you will not be free to step upon a new path or perceive an intuitive message that may have the potential to guide you to greatness. You may certainly succeed in checking off every single item on your list of things to do , but will you also check in with every unplanned opportunity as well? To increase your flexibility, change up your day a little and stay conscious of how you meet with obstructions to your schedule. Instead of becoming angry just ask yourself, “What or whom am I supposed to find on this detour?” If you look for the benefit, you WILL find it. Even if it’s simply a few extra minutes with yourself while waiting in a long line, maybe it’s just a chance to catch your breath and center yourself for a moment. Always assume that there is a purpose in every little event and, seek to find it.
5. Are you aware of your surroundings and sensitive to others around you?
   Building a sensitivity to your environment and to the people within it is a large step forward in your intuitive development. Whether or not you consider yourself perceptive already, it is a good idea to practice it as a conscious activity on a regular basis. So, try this exercise several times a week: When you walk into a room, look around you for a moment and ask yourself what you ‘sense’ about the people there or about the room itself. Remember, this is a discernment of what you feel (not your emotional feelings but your perceptive ‘feelings’). It’s not necessary to analyze or draw conclusions. Just notice what you perceive, and then go on about your day. This exercise will help you build the habit of looking for information that isn’t immediately apparent through your observation, information that comes from your intuitive voice.
6. Are you wiling to take action in areas of your life that may be untested and untried?
   Having the courage to go somewhere you’ve never been before is essential in learning to work with your intuition, first in order to move in the direction of trusting your intuitive experiences and second in order to move into a new, and possible challenging direction as guided to you by your intuition. This does not refer to how fearless you are. Everyone is afraid at some time in their lives. This courage is more about how willing you are to confront your fears, especially when pursuing a compelling course of action which may not have a foreseeable result. So, don’t be afraid to listen to your intuition, and don’t be afraid to get to know your fears. Meet them, and you will discover that they could be the very maps to your life’s destinations.
7. Are you aware of your body and its needs? Do you honor them?
   Your body talks to you all the time, giving you messages about all of the areas of your life – physical, mental, emotional and intuitive. It can give you headaches when you have too many worries on your mind. It can give you indigestion when you eat foods that aren’t good for it. And when you’re depressed, your immune system can get depressed, too, leaving you tired and more susceptible to colds and flu. Your body can give you intuitive messages as well. (One author and famously successful investor, George Soros, could tell that there was something wrong with his portfolio when he got a backache!) Yet many people ignore most messages from their bodies, putting their physical needs far below career, family and even household needs. How prepared do you think you will be when your body wants to provide an intuitive insight if you’re not in the habit of listening to it for even the most obvious requests, such as rest, good food and exercise? Begin now to take notice of what your body tells you. If you’re not sure of the message, close your eyes and ask it. You don’t need to be able to interpret every sign right away. Just give yourself a chance to connect with this valuable source of information, energy and life.
8. Do you possess a willingness to know and grow, even when the pursuit of your growth may not necessarily take you down the easiest path?
   When you make listening a habit and do what your intuition tells you, what your TRUTH tells you, you will discover a greater happiness, and your life will be filled with a general sense of well-being. But this happiness doesn’t always translate as easiness. There will definitely be times when what you ‘hear’ from your intuition will not be what you want to hear. It may be something as drastic as the need to leave a toxic relationship or as basic as the need to take an art class or cut fats out of your diet. There are many truthful perceptions about which you are already aware but have chosen to ignore or do little about just because it’s easier to do so, but often staying on ‘easy street’ really only keeps you between a rock and a hard place.
   It doesn’t take a genius to understand that if you want to be ABLE to know your truth, you must be WILLING to know your truth (and willing to act upon it as well). To have an active pursuit of your intuitive voice you must be honest with yourself and look for your truth in everything, whether or not it leads you down the path of least resistance. To get some practice with this, take at least one small step each day in a challenging action which you have been avoiding, an action that honors your commitment to making your truth real in your life. With each passing day take another step forward and another. Before you know it, you’ll be happy to leave ‘Pleasantville’ for a place called joy.
9. Do you take your commitments seriously enough to embrace them with enthusiasm?
   Though this might seem like a contradiction to the qualities in question four, it only SEEMS that way. Being flexible and spontaneous doesn’t mean that you live life without commitments. Indeed, when you commit yourself to listening to your intuition, you are actually making a commitment to being (and staying) flexible enough to act on its directives. Sometimes those directives may cause a logistical challenge to keeping other commitments. For instance, you may be a devoted single mother who is also feeling compelled to take an art class which is only offered when your kids are at home. If you enthusiastically embrace both commitments, you will happily seek (and discover) options that will satisfy both commitments. If, on the other hand, you hold your commitments solely out of obligation and duty, you will lose all sense of choice. And when you feel you have no choice, then the only activities you will pursue will be those which make you feel the most urgent or the most guilty. Listening to what your intuition tells you to do will become a distant dream, and every obligation you meet will be filled with resentment.
   If you feel that your present commitments drag you down and depress you, there are two things for you to do. First and foremost, see your choice in everything. When you don’t recognize that you have a choice in every action, you abdicate the power to make choices on your own behalf. Once you recognize that you always have options, consider what you need to do to exercise those options in the best way possible for all concerned. Redesign those commitments that you find obstructive in terms of scheduling and logistics. Most importantly, evaluate those commitments that bring you the greatest emotional strife and those which stand most in conflict with your commitment to yourself and to your sense of well-being. Determine the action that you need to take to create a more compatible integration between your choices for others and your choices for yourself.
10. Do you live with integrity? In other words, are you honest with yourself and others in all matters, little and large?
    If intuition is the voice of your truth, then in order to make it a priority, you must first hold your truth in high regard and seek it in all that you do. If you have spent your life in the habits of denial or avoidance, making choices the FEEL wrong (ultimately hurtful) in relationships and behavior, then you have already created a certain comfort level with falsehood. Don’t make it easy for you to lie to ourself. Instead, make it important to discover your truth and to live it!
    PART II. YOUR INTUITION IN ACTION
11. Have you ever had hunches about significant opportunities, situations or events before they occurred?
    These hunches happen to everybody with varying degrees of strength and frequency. Whether or not this is a part of your history already, you can build a greater receptivity if you only stay more actively conscious of these little insights that pass through your mind spontaneously. (Later we’ll take a look at some techniques that turn these spontaneous hunches into self-direced intuitive experiences.) Carry a small notebook with you, and jot down a word or two whenever these “hunches” occur to you. Even if the subject matter is about mundane tasks and seemingly unimportant events, staying alert for these hunches in order to make a note of them will keep your intuitive ‘radar’ sharp and will make you more sensitive to further feelings of expectancy.
12. Have you ever had a troubling ‘feeling’ or physical discomfort when pursuing a choice that you KNEW wasn’t in your best good?
    Believe it or not, some feelings of discomfort – both emotional and physical – are good. They are signs that you have not honored the voice of truth inside you. If the level of discomfort is pervasive in your daily life experience, then you have disregarded this truth for too long and in too significantly a way. Take a moment every night to consider in your journal any event or activity about which you were uncomfortable. Think about why you made those choices, what you might have done differently and how you could handle a similar situation in the future.
13. Have you ever had goose bumps, butterflies in your stomach, chills or other physical sensations, especially when having vague or undetermined feelings of anticipation?
    Although some of these physical sensations may be a little uncomfortable, they are not like the nagging and often profoundly troubling feelings as discussed in question two. Whether you’re conscious of these physical reactions now or not, try to become more aware of your body and the little sensations that move through it every day. When you notice them, make a note about them in your journal and about the thoughts or circumstances which were occurring at those times.
14. Have you ever actively turned in with your intuition in times of change, opportunity, confusion or ambivalence?
    Even if this is not a habit which you have already cultivated, it is never too late to start. Before making important decisions, or when you have several options before you, take a few moments to quiet your mind and ask for an image. It doesn’t have to be AN ANSWER, just an idea, an image or a symbol. You don’t even have to know what it means. Just notice it and put it in your notebook. Wait a day (or a few hours) and ask again. See what images are brought to you and how they speak to you of your feelings and the possibilities that lie before you.
15. When you do experience your intuitive voice, do you try to be conscious of the methods it uses to speak to you (visual images, gut feelings, physical sensations or emotions)?
    This is perhaps the easiest practice to pursue in your daily life. If you’re already staying alert for your intuitive moments, all you have to do is notice HOW they happen as well. Becoming a familiar with the intuitive language your spirit uses helps you know where you have the most receptivity in future work with symbols and, if you wish, with other spirit communications.
16. Have you ever anticipated little, daily occurrences before they happened (such as phone calls, emails, chance meetings, scheduling changes, etc.)?
    If you haven’t’ noticed a facility with this yet, it is very easy to put into practice. Before you leave the house in the morning, just close your eyes and “look” for the faces you’re going to see that day. Take a moment to intuitively anticipate your number of emails or who’s on the phone before you answer. If you don’t have a lot of accuracy when playing these little games of intuition, don’t despair. Intuitive messages with strong emotional content or more substantial significance are usually easier to read because they are more powerful and penetrating in your experience. The ‘who’s calling’ exercises are to an intuitive as finger exercises are to a pianist: They keep the muscles flexed, but will rarely be as important (both in execution and in the experience) as the symphony will be.
17. Are you ever able to sense other’s feelings and concerns without having been informed of them directly?
    Emotional sensitivity is only one step removed from intuitive sensitivity, and in many ways the two are connected. Open yourself to sensing what others around you may be feeling – at your office, your home, even in the grocery store or on the bus. You don’t have to give this (or any of these other practices) a lot of your time. Just moments will do. Simply ‘touch in, acknowledge what you perceive, and release. And don’t worry about ‘catching’ others’ feelings. You don’t have to drown (or even swim) in someone’s emotional pool to sense the feelings that are washing over him.
18. Are you as willing to act upon the directions of your intuitive voice when it asks you to do something challenging as much as you are when it directs you toward something pleasurable and fun?
    We must embrace our lives with joy and with purpose, and each is as important as the other. Often, though, we choose only what is easiest. And unfortunately, the path of least resistance is rarely joyful or purposeful. Make a commitment to choose one little thing each day that your inner voice directs you to do to make your life better, and choose one little thing each day that your intuitive voice tells you to do to create joy in your heart. If either or both of these directives require broad-sweeping change or large action, at least determine one little step you can take in each and do them – every day!.

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The new moon takes place at 6 degrees of Gemini on May 26 at 11:02 p.m. ET. How the new moon in Gemini will affect each zodiac sign

Here’s what you can expect from the upcoming new moon in Gemini, according to sun sign, moon sign, or rising sign This new moon is activating your sense of self, making it clear as day that you’ve grown a lot in the past few months. Lately, it may feel like your solar return is making you feel like you’re always on the move—constantly chasing improvement, reinvention, clarity, and any kernel of truth that you can hold close. But have you stopped to acknowledge how far you’ve come? This new moon brings a mirror to your soul, asking you to appreciate the journey behind you just as much as the future ahead. As you redefine who you are, you’re also attracting people and opportunities that reflect this version of you and align with your purpose. Don’t let them pass you by. Your identity is evolving, and this new beginning is your chance to choose who you want to be next. Seriously, you’re missing out if you don’t read these horoscopes for your rising sign):

Aries

This new moon is rewiring the way you think, speak, and form connections with others. As it energizes your third house of communication, it invites you to share your thoughts more freely and to listen more intentionally. If you’ve been holding back out of fear of misunderstanding someone or being misunderstood in return, it’s time to speak from the heart, even if your voice shakes as you bravely form the words. You’re also discovering how your mindset truly does influence your reality, and this new moon offers the space to rewrite outdated narratives. Pay attention to conversations that spark something new. A passing idea could turn into your next big project (or even shift the trajectory of your path altogether).

Taurus:

It’s time to reassess what truly makes you feel grounded, secure, and supported. As this new moon moves through your second house of finances and personal values, you may be questioning where your energy is going—and whether you’re receiving a return on that investment. You’re craving more than just stability; you want to feel proud of what you’re building. This new moon offers a fresh start when it comes to your relationship with money, shopping, and material things, encouraging you to invest in yourself in ways that feel sustainable. What you nurture now will grow into abundance, but only if it’s aligned with what you genuinely care about. Let desire guide your discipline. Let your needs speak for themselves.

Gemini:

This new moon is activating your sense of self, making it clear as day that you’ve grown a lot in the past few months. Lately, it may feel like your solar return is making you feel like you’re always on the move—constantly chasing improvement, reinvention, clarity, and any kernel of truth that you can hold close. But have you stopped to acknowledge how far you’ve come? This new moon brings a mirror to your soul, asking you to appreciate the journey behind you just as much as the future ahead. As you redefine who you are, you’re also attracting people and opportunities that reflect this version of you and align with your purpose. Don’t let them pass you by. Your identity is evolving, and this new beginning is your chance to choose who you want to be next.

Cancer:

This new moon is stirring up something subtle, yet profound that stems from within you. As this new moon glows in your twelfth house of solitude and surrender, it’s inviting you to take a moment for rest, release, and retreat. Your inner world is inviting you for a visit. Will you heed that call? You may feel more emotional or dreamy than usual, as repressed emotions are bubbling to the surface. This isn’t a time for bold moves, but quiet revelations. You’re shedding unconscious patterns that no longer serve you, making room for healing that washes over you on a soul level. Trust what’s shifting in your life, even if you can’t explain it yet. Before your next chapter begins, you need space to close the last one

Leo:

As the new moon activates your eleventh house of collective purpose, you’re thinking about the bigger picture. What kind of people do you want to surround yourself with? What kind of world do you want to help shape? This new moon invites you to reflect on your ideals, your long-term goals, and the groups you feel called to align with. It is asking you to dream bigger than you thought possible, because change on a grand scale always begins with one brave individual. If you’ve outgrown certain connections—or you’ve been craving a deeper sense of belonging—this is your moment to plant new social seeds. Speak your visions into existence. The right people will hear you, and what begins now could blossom into something meaningful for everyone.

Virgo:

Even if you’re not ready to share your next move with the world, this new moon is stirring up ambition within your heart. As it activates your 10th house of legacy, public image, and long-term achievement, you’re seeing your career through a new lens. You may feel called to reassess the kind of recognition you’re striving for. You might even realize that success without meaning leaves you uninspired and unsatisfied Let your ambition be driven by more than just metrics or milestones. It’s time to align your goals with what truly fulfills you. If you feel like you’re starting over, you’re not alone. A new chapter in your professional life begins here.

Libra:

This new moon represents a turning point in your understanding of the world—and your place within it. As it moves through your ninth house of truth and exploration, it’s asking you to question what you’ve been taught and what you still believe. Maybe your worldview is shifting. Maybe you’re ready to take a leap of faith and embrace the unknown. Remember—the most intelligent people are always aware of how little they actually know and how much they have yet to learn. Whether it’s higher education, travel, or a new philosophical perspective, this new moon encourages you to stretch beyond what’s familiar. Let your curiosity lead the way. The biggest changes often begin with one very simple thing—a question that needs an answer.

Scorpio:

The deeper you’re willing to go, the more you stand to gain. This new moon lands in your eighth house of shared energy, emotional truth, and personal metamorphosis. It’s bringing you face to face with your own vulnerability—not to weaken you, but to empower you. Now’s the time to reestablish emotional and energetic boundaries that protect you, especially in your most intimate connections. You need safety in order to create true intimacy, and you may be ready to merge more deeply with someone—or detach from something you’ve outgrown. Either way, you’re reclaiming power over your life. Trust the process of letting go. What falls away now will make room for something that’s built to last.

Sagittarius:

Relationships are never a one-size-fits-all story—and this new moon is reminding you of that. As it activates your seventh house of partnerships, it’s encouraging you to move beyond your assumptions and embrace curiosity. Maybe something in your dynamic needs adjustment. Maybe you’re realizing that your standards are shifting. This new moon supports you in redefining your understanding of connection. You don’t want to control others, but meet others while exuding a more honest and authentic version of yourself. The key isn’t perfection; it’s compassion paired with accountability. Be willing to communicate more openly and listen more deeply. A real relationship isn’t free from conflict, but it is built on whether you can figure out how to overcome it together.

Aquarius:

This new moon reminds you that joy is an essential part of your evolution—not a distraction from it. As it illuminates your fifth house of expression and desire, you’re being asked to reconnect with what lights your fire, leaving you feeling wistful and inspired. When was the last time you created something just for fun? Or let yourself fall in love with an idea, a person, or even just a moment? Whether it’s art, play, or romance, this new moon wants you to follow your passions and trust where they lead. The world doesn’t need a more perfect version of you. It needs the one who’s unapologetically alive. And if we’re being totally honest, what’s the point of being alive if not to to enjoy ourselves?

This new moon is calling your attention to the rhythms that shape your daily life. As it activates your sixth house of work and wellness, it’s inviting you to rethink the systems, habits, and methods you rely on. Are your habits aligned with your long-term goals? Are you making space for both your peace and your productivity? This new moon marks a powerful opportunity to refine your schedule, improve your self-care regimens, or take on a project that supports your growth in tangible ways. Remember, small changes become seismic shifts over time. It’s not about perfection; it’s about making your life more livable, one small step at a time

Pisces:

Something is calling you to turn inward under this new moon—to return to your roots and reconnect with your heart-center. Taking place in your fourth house of home, family, and emotional security, this new moon highlights your need to feel held—by your environment, by your people, and by yourself. You’re dreaming of a softer embrace, but before you can nurture that into existence, you need to clear out what no longer feels like “home.” This may involve setting stronger boundaries, addressing old wounds, or simply giving yourself permission to start again. The past may be echoing, but the future is whispering just as loudly. What would safety look like if you could redefine it on your own terms?

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Happy full moon in Scorpio

The Full Moon in Scorpio for May 2025 will occur on May 12, 2025, at 12:56 PM EDT. This Full Moon is also known as the “Flower Moon”. It’s a time of reflection and potential revelations, especially in areas of life related to Scorpio’s themes of transformation, power, and passion. Its presence in our dark night sky will act as our reminder that all is not what it seems. Life is a mystery, a web that is forever weaving. Perhaps it is only when our time has come to an end that we are able to make sense of our journey and the fullness that it brings.

The Scorpio Full Moon is one of the most magical Full Moons of the year as it beckons us to dive deep. If we dance on the surface, we can struggle with this watery Full Moon, but if we allow ourselves to really settle into our being, to really honor the darkness and the light, we can find this Full Moon enlightening and awakening.

The Scorpio Full Moon and Uranus

The Scorpio Full Moon holds the essence of transformation and can help us peel back layers to reveal a higher truth. The Universe has already presented us with many cosmic alignments that have been encouraging us to transform over the last few months, so while this energy is nothing new, we may find the energies of the Scorpio Full Moon assisting our metamorphosis. Uranus, the planet known for change and upheaval, is active under the May Full Moon. When Uranus aligns with the Full Moon, we tend to get some unsettling energy that can shake and rattle the core of our being. Uranus likes to turn things on its head and get us thinking from a new vantage point.

Uranus, active under the Moon, can also trigger the things that are unstable in our lives, bringing our attention to what needs to be secured. Uncertainty is rarely comfortable, but Uranus teaches us to release control and embrace the mystery of not knowing. How open can we be to going with the flow? How okay can we be with not having all the answers? Surrendering to the flow is what we are being called to do here.

On a larger scale, Uranus in Taurus opposite the Full Moon can also trigger a lack of stability in the global markets and is sometimes also an omen for environmental disasters, especially earthquakes. If you are struggling with your health under this Full Moon, turning to natural therapies may be extra beneficial for you. You may also find some comfort in using food as medicine and paying attention to the healing power of nature. We all have an innate self-healing ability, and while this doesn’t mean we turn away from external medicine completely, remembering that this power lives within us can help us to feel more confident and aligned with our bodies. It may also attract us to the right remedy at the right time.

The Scorpio Full Moon Teachings

The Scorpio Full Moon certainly has many cosmic influences flowing from its light, and ultimately, we may find ourselves feeling extra sensitive and introspective at this time. Be gentle with yourself, and recognize that this Full Moon holds both dark and light. Don’t shy away from her shadows, instead lean in for that is where the real transformation and magic unfolds.

Intensity and Transformation:

Scorpio is a water sign associated with deep emotions, transformation, and secrets. Th

Relationships and Intimacy:

Scorpio rules intimacy and shared experiences, so this full moon can bring to light issues in relationships, particularly those that involve deep emotional connection or shared secret

Confronting Hidden Fears:

Scorpio is known for its ability to uncover hidden truths and vulnerabilities. This full moon can encourage individuals to face their fears and take a closer look at their own inner world. 

Cycles of Change:

Full moons mark a culmination of a cycle. The full moon in Scorpio, in particular, can signal the end of a chapter and the beginning of a new one, especially in areas of life related to relationships, intimacy, and transformation. 

Emotional Upheaval:

Expect that the emotional landscape might be turbulent. Scorpio is a sign of deep feelings, so the full moon can bring both intense highs and lows, especially in relationships. 

Action and Release:

The full moon is a time for action and release. This full moon encourages individuals to let go of anger, frustration, and anything else that no longer serves them, particularly in relationships. 

Potential for Healing:

While the full moon can be challenging, it also offers an opportunity for healing and growth. By confronting fears and emotional challenges, individuals can move forward with greater self-awareness and inner strength. 

Welcome to Taurus season 2025. As the Sun enters the grounded realm of this Earth sign, you are invited to tend to the foundations of yourself. It is an invitation to come home to your body, nurture your nervous system, and revel in the pleasures found in your world. An invitation to move at a pace that honors your system, feels safe, and is sustainable. And an invitation to know what it means to live in sync with the Earth, be held by the Earth, and learn from the Earth. This season, there is healing. There is grounding. There is a coming home to your inherent worthiness, value, safety, and belonging.

Lasting for about a month annually, Taurus season is the time the sun moves through Taurus, the fixed earth sign. Every year, the sun, which oversees self-image, identity, purpose, and confidence, makes its way through each of the 12 zodiac signs, spending about 30 days in each, and setting a unique tone for how you may experience the world.

When it’s Taurus season, which occurs every year between mid-April and mid-May, you may feel more likely to prioritize luxury, harmony, pleasure, and moving slowly through the world. This is the result of Taurus being ruled by Venus, which is the planet of relationships, values, earning, beauty, art, and pleasure. In astrology, the planet fuels your ability to relate to others, what you perceive as aesthetically appealing, your sense of romance, relationship to earning money, and creative self-expression.

The planet named for the Goddess of Love urges you to soak up what life has to offer socially, artistically, and financially. When it comes to self-expression or taking action, the bull refuses to be rushed, preferring to move slowly and steadily toward fulfillment of any desire or finish line.

An Earth sign, Taurus is ruled by Venus. Earth signs bring us into the tangible world. They invite us to inhabit more of our bodies and find more of our sense of belonging in the physical world. They remind us of the sacredness of landing in this life that we somehow find ourselves experiencing. They speak to the divinity found within the everyday, the spiritual within the physical, and the magic within making our dreams tangible.

Venus, as expressed through Taurus, is the foundational healing of self love, simple pleasures, and inner worthiness. Taurus is remembering that we are art, that our physical bodies are sacred, that we are sculpted by something beyond us, that we are one with the Earth. It is fine-tuning our ability to feel, notice, be with, live with, and create with the beauty and richness of being alive. And it is the deep embodiment of our inherent value, the kind that leaves no space for questioning, doubt, or self-abandonment. The kind that we deserve.

Aries season, which precedes Taurus season, was our rebirth. It was the fires of passion, initiation, ideas, and a new chapter for us all. Taurus season is where we take what we initiated under the influence of Aries and lovingly, sustainably, and consistently tend to it. While Aries season sparked us, birthing new potentials and opening new doorways, Taurus season grounds us as we tend to these ideas and bring into being by tangibly building their foundations in the physical world. It is a season where we build in a way that is sustainable, pleasurable, and in tune with the movements and seasons of our bodies.

As the Sun shifts through Taurus, it simultaneously travels through the area of your astrological chart that Taurus lives within, highlighting certain themes, invitations, and directions that are calling your name. By looking to sun, moon and rising sign, you can begin to unfold these invitations from within.

How Taurus Season Will Affect Your Zodiac Sign

Here’s what every sign can expect this Taurus season. Feel free to read the below based on your zodiac sign and/or rising sign, too.

Aries (March 20-April 19) You’ve basked in the limelight during your season, Aries, and now, you can take everything you’ve gained to the next level during Taurus season. When the sun is in Taurus, making money will be your main focus because your second house of income is activated. This means you have an opportunity to transform your most dynamic ideas into cash flow. You’ll also be working on nurturing your self-worth. In turn, you’ll be even more empowered to get paid what you deserve.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) Welcome to your season, Taurus. No doubt you were enjoying the quiet, restorative tone of the sun moving through your 12th house of spirituality over the last month, but with the sun in your sign and first house of self, it’s time to step out into the sunlight and share everything you have to offer with the world. You’ll find you can gain more clarity around exactly how to pursue passion projects — and which ones are most worth your time and energy. This is also the time you have everything you need to project your ideas and personal brand out into the world in a way that’s sure to make an impression.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) Gemini, your 11th house of networking has been activated during Aries season, which means you’ve been even more connected to your favorite groups and teams. But as the sun moves through Taurus and your 12th house of spirituality, you could actually get a bit more comfortable with bed rotting because this is your annual opportunity to chill ahead of your own season. You might be even more psyched to make room in your schedule for slower-paced activities (think: meditation, yoga, or dream journaling), all of which could lay the groundwork for thrilling new goals you can get after soon enough.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) The sun just wrapped up its time in your 10th house of career, Cancer, and in turn, you may have been craving more recognition for your work, but now, as the sun moves into your 11th house of networking, you’re more invested in working as part of a group, team, or community alongside like minded colleagues or friends. Nurturing platonic bonds can now offer you bolstered success over the course of Taurus season. This sector is also dedicated to long-term wishes, so don’t hesitate to take steps toward an aspiration you’ve held close to your heart for some time.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) As the sun moves through your 10th house of career during Taurus season, you’ll find it’s easier to command the limelight, Leo. You infuse everything you do with dynamism, charisma, and joyfulness, which can’t help but magnetize well-deserved applause, recognition, or accolades now. At the same time, you might feel a bit of a pull toward prioritizing quiet time with your significant other, friends, or loved ones, so use this period to zero in on new ways to strike a balance between these two important areas of your life.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) Because the sun is now in your ninth house of adventure, Taurus season is your chance to step beyond your day-to-day routine, Virgo — and no, it doesn’t have to result in a ton of stress. Taurus season nudges you to get out of your comfort zone by planning and taking a long-distance trip, soaking up knowledge that leads to honing different skills or otherwise exploring uncharted terrain. Embrace eye-opening experiences and take that leap of faith. Trading your focus on everyday details for the big picture now can benefit your mind, heart, and spirit.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct 22) The vitality-fueling sun is moving through your eighth house of emotional bonds and joint resources, Libra, amplifying your desire for emotionally-fulfilling conversation and intimate connection. Superficial interactions will just aggravate you, so own your need to be vulnerable and give yourself permission to go deeper. This could also be a chance for you to get out of your comfort zone — in some cases, sexually, in other cases, financially. (Consider it time to look into new investments and/or maybe pay off some debt.)

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) During Taurus season, the sun’s trip through your seventh house of partnership pulls your attention toward one-on-one partnerships, Scorpio. While you could be focusing on your romantic partner and what you two are pursuing jointly, this is also a season for moving the ball forward on a meaningful project or aspiration alongside a best friend, business partner, or family member. By reflecting on how you’re showing up within these relationships — and how others are showing up for you! — you could find you’re inspired to stand even more strongly in your own sense of self.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) Taurus season activates your sixth house of daily routine and health, so you’ll be focused on checking off your to-do list once and for all, Sagittarius. Your wellness is also a focus, so consider reflecting on your existing fitness plan and possibly exploring ways in which you can take it to the next level or switch it up entirely. As you build momentum and get more organized and productive, you’ll feel even more centered, confident, and capable of taking on whatever the next day, week, or month has in store for you.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) Capricorn, the sun’s shift into Taurus and your fifth house of romance and self-expression invites a surge of playfulness, fun, and creativity. You’ll find yourself with the ability to own and share your voice and most heartfelt feelings. As industrious as you are, it can be tough to make room for lighthearted or spontaneous pastimes, but during Taurus season, you have full permission to put your usual grind on the backburner in order to prioritize breezy and joyful moments with friends, loved ones, and romantic partners. Make more time for flirting, laughing, and expressing yourself artistically.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) As the sun moves through Taurus, it moves through your fourth house of home life, Aquarius, turning your attention to your family affairs and domestic space. You might feel like taking a pause from your usual forward-thinking hustle to chill out with your nearest and dearest, baking, gardening, or tending to your home in whatever way helps you feel more grounded. This can also be a productive season for diving into deep self-work — perhaps alongside a therapist or mentor — which can promote well-deserved inner peace and healing.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) The sun’s trip through Taurus and your third house of communication will bring you a busy calendar and a voracious appetite for connecting and learning, Pisces. You can connect and make exciting plans with friends, colleagues, or even new connections. When you meet up, conversations may even feel more lively and mentally-stimulating than usual. You’ll also feel more eager to express your most brilliant, colorful ideas and opinions. And whether you’ve been wanting to read more, go for a challenging hike, take a road trip, or visit that new museum, you’ll have extra oomph to join up with a few friends and make it happen now