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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

The spark of excitement doesn't necessarily come from reckless action but from the willingness to consider the bold, unconventional or risky ideas. The themes today are wisdom and discernment. Under the social Gemini moon, true charisma isn't about blindly diving into danger; it's about having a mind that dances with possibility. That makes ...Read more

The final days of the Venus transit through sensitive Pisces will reflect on profound truths at the heart of our relationships -- for instance, what it means to be known, and what happens when that knowing is incomplete, distorted or absent altogether. Being unknown can feel lonely, though it also offers freedom. If no one is tracking you, no ...Read more

Some of the biggest steps we take can seem small as we're taking them. Under the dark cover of a Taurus new moon, the low-visibility landscape defies laws of scale. Or maybe the real gift of this steady Taurus moon is magic shoes. In retrospect, we'll marvel at the distances we covered by taking one seemingly small step at a time.

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A hundred years ago a typical person, especially in rural areas, might have owned fewer than 100 items total. Today's estimates suggest an average American household contains 300,000 items. Sooner or later, your possessions end up possessing you -- or at least tying up your time, energy and money in their maintenance, storage and use. What is ...Read more

The cosmic aspect with the most action this week is the phenomenon called a "conjunction," in which two celestial bodies appear very close together in the same sign or degree of the zodiac. The operative word is "appear." Question: If you believe you are close to a person or subject, or you feel close, does this mean you are close? Even the ...Read more

It takes work to keep relationships exciting. But a relationship that constantly demands excitement to stay afloat might keep a person on edge rather than helping them evolve. The best kind of love challenges us to grow while still offering a foundation of ease and acceptance -- where you're inspired to be your best self, not exhausted trying ...Read more

Looking at the scene from an artistic point of view, the elements settle differently. Dark and light may contrast, but it's not because one is good and the other is evil. It's because both are necessary to make out the picture. Similarly, chaos isn't inherently ugly, and organization isn't inherently beautiful. The solar square to Pluto offers...Read more