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On the final full day of the Venus-ruled season of Taurus, we are reminded that it's not shallow to tend to appearances. Of course they matter. The visual cues on the surface help us get around, assess situations and figure out what's expected of us. What is shallow is thinking that appearances matter more than other things, such as ...Read more

Mercury and Mars square off in the final days of the Taurus journey, illustrating an important truth about momentum under pressure. When high stakes collide with human error, the result is either comic or tragic. It's tragic when pride prevents adaptation. It's comic when humility makes space for the ridiculous. Laughter is among the very few ...Read more

Your thoughts are like trains; they carry you somewhere. And while the "ride" (how a thought feels in the moment) may be comfortably familiar, the real question is: Where is this thought taking you? To end up at a destination you like, board the thought that will get you there. This message comes courtesy of a Mercury square and solar ...Read more

Just as cities and homes are usually designed with their residents in mind -- not tourists -- the same should go for your personal space, physical or emotional. On this lunar trine to Mercury in grounded earth signs, avoid tailoring your life, your home or your vibe to impress or accommodate outsiders. Instead, take advantage of the abundant ...Read more

On this day when the lunar aspects are numerous and varied, there's much to learn. In the classroom of life, don't trade wisdom for image. The cool kids in the back of the classroom will miss out. Meanwhile, those who are sitting front and center, where they can hear and see the best, will stay engaged. Be like them -- humble enough to say, "I...Read more

With moods and swing sets, you can't widen the range without widening it both ways. Today's passionate lunar trine is a reminder: You can't soar forward without first feeling the stomach drop of the backward pull. Accept the high-low reality and then consider giving up any struggle or resistance to the backward rush. Why dread what is only ...Read more

The lunar influence going from passionate to more passion reminds us how strong feelings such as love, anger, excitement or grief can overwhelm the moment then live far beyond it. Because strong feelings make things happen. They sweep us up in their chaos and raw power, but they also eventually settle, and they leave. You'll look back and say,...Read more

Just as the cells in a flower bud swell with water and longing, gently coaxing the petals to unfurl, the full flower moon, swollen with feeling, opens our hearts to the beauty all around us. In these Venus-infused days, love and tenderness bloom just beneath the surface -- quiet, radiant and ready to be noticed.

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The flower moon rises tomorrow -- let today be the stem that lifts it, as a mother lifts her budding children. The Scorpio moon makes for a day thick with feeling, while the Taurus sun reminds us to keep it steady and simple. Love expresses itself in action, not perfection. Gifts are lovely, but presence is the true treasure.

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Say what you mean, mean what you say. Mercury puts on a cowboy hat, slipping into Taurus for some slow talkin', big thinkin'. This transit favors clarity, calm and depth. Communication becomes more intentional, grounded in reality and sensory detail. This transit supports lasting decisions, practical ideas and conversations that feel real, ...Read more

As the moon of relationships forms a lucky trine to Jupiter, close relationships come into full focus. When you interact with that person whose presence feels like an echo of your own soul, it's wonderful even when it's bad. Perfectly acceptable ups and downs include: argument, laughter, tears, making up and building something solid.

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Emotions seek balance, beauty and connection. This lunar placement draws attention to relationships, diplomacy and the desire for harmony in both inner and outer worlds. There's a natural inclination to smooth over tension, see multiple perspectives and find peaceful solutions. Aesthetics and social grace take center stage, and people may feel...Read more

At times, the Virgo moon may struggle with overthinking or self-criticism, but its true strength lies in its humility and the deep care it shows through practical, grounded love. This Virgo moon brings a quiet, observant, emotional nature that seeks order, purpose and usefulness in every feeling. Under these stars, the heart analyzes before it...Read more

Some people are fascinated by snakes; others are terrified. One might conclude that snakes inspire both pleasure and panic -- but in truth, snakes cause nothing. It's the mind that assigns meaning. Apply this principle widely, and fear begins to dissolve. The current astrological omens bring reasoning that is both philosophical and grounding. ...Read more

This lion moon features the service of justice. You could rectify a balance, but it might not be worth your time and energy, which will find a better return when invested in the actions that will forward your aims and fulfill your personal vision. "In taking revenge, a man is but even with his enemy; but in passing it over, he is superior." --...Read more

People want to connect but don't know how. By knowing and expressing your joy -- whether it's through preferences, passions, humor or stories -- you make connection easier, more authentic, and more joyful for everyone involved. By understanding what delights you, you're not only deepening your relationship with yourself, you're also giving ...Read more

The road to righteousness isn't paved in gold; it's rocky, dusty and broken if it's even paved at all. But you know who doesn't care about pavement? Cats. They can handle any terrain because they're so light on their feet. Under the auspicious Leo moon, take on the hard stuff by softening your approach. Is there a way to compromise without ...Read more

Emotions are just information you give yourself through a sensory system. One coping mechanism is numbing; another is managing -- and they're not the same. You're dealing with a situation by trying to feel as much of it as you can, but not so much that it causes a full system shutdown. Does knowing that make you a little less hard on yourself?...Read more

The Beltane traditions of long ago involved maypoles, bonfires, flower crowns, and other mystical games and rituals to ward off the bad omens and mischievous fairies and invite the beauty and bounty of spring. Lunar squares stir up emotions, adding a drizzle of delicious drama from Venus and Neptune for this May Day, just enough to keep things...Read more

The Venus change reminds us that happiness isn't a one-size-fits-all experience -- it shifts depending on context and needs. Among the different ways happiness can manifest today: a room full of people you love (because connections are a source of joy), a room full of people you don't know yet (because potential encounters are exciting) or a ...Read more