Forecast for May 21-June 3
The main cosmic event is Neptune turning retrograde on May 28 through Nov. 4, which encourages introspection about your inner life and spirituality. Any hidden feelings that you’ve buried may suddenly be in your face so you can deal with them. If you’re sensitive, this influence can turn you into a psychic sponge, so try to stay away from negative people and take some quiet time each day to get centered. In the meantime, the New Moon in Gemini on May 24 energizes communications, travel and learning. Speaking of which, Mercury turning direct on the 30th will help clarify talk, travel and paperwork. Mars transiting into earthy Taurus on the 31st favors taking practical action on your projects. Finally, the Mars-Pluto trine on June 3 favors financial transactions and getting healthy.
If you know your rising sign from your time of birth, read that too.
Aries (March 21-April 19)
The new moon brings opportunities through travel and helps you promote your ideas. Mars energizes your finances. And retrograde Neptune inspires some soul searching about your social life and role in the community.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Mars in your sign energizes your personal aspirations. The new moon brings a new financial cycle. And retrograde Neptune prompts an evaluation of your career goals and reawakens a project from the past.
Gemini (May 21-June 21)
The new moon in your sign brings some personal opportunities. Mercury turning direct is a green light for your plans. And retrograde Neptune inspires some soul searching about your spiritual life and destiny.
Cancer (June 22-July 22)
The new moon heightens your intuition and illuminates the past. Mars energizes your social life. And retrograde Neptune prompts an evaluation of debt and helps you heal emotional wounds.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Socializing with friends and participating in community activities are the focus of the new moon. Mars energizes your career. And retrograde Neptune stirs up some angst in your relationship that needs to be resolved.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
The new moon brings a new cycle of career opportunities. Mars gives you the urge to travel and/or learn something new. And you may need to rethink your work and health routines during retrograde Neptune.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
Romance sizzles after the new moon, which also helps you capitalize on your creativity. Retrograde Neptune can inspire or derail romance, depending on how you handle the issues that arise in your relationship.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
The new moon can bring a financial-partnership opportunity. Mars energizes (and irritates) your primary relationship. And dealing with family issues will be the challenge during retrograde Neptune.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Partnership activities get a boost from the new moon. Mars accelerates your work projects but may cause a problem with a coworker. And retrograde Neptune illuminates any communication issues you have.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Look for a work opportunity after the new moon. Mars revs up romance and accelerates a creative project. And retrograde Neptune brings to light any issues you have about earning and spending money.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
The new moon energizes love and brings a new cycle of creativity. Mars accelerates (disrupts?) family activities. And retrograde Neptune causes some angst in your personal life. It’s time to clarity what you want.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
Your home life gets a boost from the new moon. Mars energizes communications and travel. And retrograde Neptune heightens your intuition and helps you resolve the past in preparation for a fresh start.