THE "MERRY MONTH OF MAY" provides
a wide range of planetary energies for us to work with, from new
potentials for spiritual expansion to
lessons in discipline and responsibility, to major turning points that
can set us moving in entirely new directions. We've already been feeling
something of an uplift, building up to this week's inspirational
Jupiter-Uranus quintile. We also anticipate new mental stimulation and
social interactions throughout the month, as Mercury, Venus, and the Sun
all enter expressive Gemini over the next three weeks.
A
major contributor to the energy shifts of May, Jupiter makes ingress
into Pisces on May 13, throwing open doors to new spiritual growth and
creativity, and helping expand the heart's capacity for compassion. But,
in sharp contrast, back-to-reality Saturn will also be strong this
month, due to stationing retrograde on May 23, just
three weeks before squaring unpredictable Uranus for the second time.
And last – but by no means least – we'll be entering eclipse season with the Taurus New Moon on May 11. The Full Moon
on the 26th is both a powerful Total Lunar Eclipse and a Supermoon,
activating deep transformation and a possible change in course.
CREATIVE INNOVATION is
the theme for the coming week. One of the primary aspects we'll be
working with is a Jupiter-Uranus quintile that perfects on
Tuesday. While considered to be one of the more subtle aspects, this
specific quintile is more significant because it will occur two more
times in 2021, on July 3 and on December 23.
Astrologer
Bil Tierney writes that a quintile represents "a creative soul
alignment with the Will of the Cosmos." This inspired alignment can be
used in ingenious ways, as seen in the lives of those who have many
quintiles in their birth charts: Albert Einstein (4), Mark Twain (4),
Georgio Armani (4), Miles Davis (4), George Bernard
Shaw (6), and Jane Austin (6).
But,
to again quote Mr. Tierney: "the Will of the awesome, inscrutable
Cosmos is not easily channeled through the normally fragmented
consciousness of the average individual still bound by the limited
confines of personality-centered will." In other words, we must be at a
certain level of consciousness to work with this influence in healthy
ways, since quintiles are evidently also plentiful in the charts of
criminals, subversives, and dictators.
FOCUSING ON THE POSITIVE POTENTIALS,
this Jupiter-Uranus quintile may bring about major breakthroughs and
progress, as we suddenly finding solutions to certain problems. We can
feel a greater sense of aliveness and optimism, with a better
ability to rise above issues and attachments. There is a
possible expansion of collective consciousness, with increased access to
the higher realms. This aspect should also help us be more accepting of
others who are "unlike" us in some way, since Jupiter is in
socially-conscious Aquarius and Uranus in Taurus is eager to help us see
all beings as equal in value.
I
also think of the word "repurposing" when considering the effects of
this quintile. Uranus in Taurus has the potential to teach us inventive
ways to recycle materials so that nothing is discarded. It also can help
us reinvent our relationship with planet Earth, so that we make
progress in addressing environmental issues. In this quintile,
the great planet Jupiter magnifies these possibilities. This aspect also
invigorates the revolution in belief systems that is necessary if we
are to create a new future in which humanity has a supportive
relationship with Gaia and with all of nature.
OTHER PLANETARY ASPECTS
that perfect this week provide some challenges, but also some
opportunities, especially in matters of the heart. Here are my brief
interpretations of the main aspects we'll be working
with.
Monday
Mercury square Jupiter: Watch
a tendency to leap before looking, or to ignore the signals of when
it's time to stop talking. And, in keeping with Mercury being in
food-loving Taurus, be careful not to "bite off more than you can chew,"
figuratively and literally.
Sun square Saturn: The
Sun was conjunct Uranus last Friday (April 30), and with this
aspect, is activating the other half of the Saturn-Uranus square.
Restrictions are likely, that interfere with our desire for freedom of
motion. This is a test of our level of maturity, and our ability to see
beyond
our own individual needs and make decisions for the greater good.
Mercury enters Gemini: Mercury
is moving more slowly now, getting ready to go retrograde on May 29.
Because of this backward-motion phase, the Messenger Planet will be in
Gemini for an extended period, from May 3 to July 11. During this time,
especially while Mercury is moving direct, our curiosity about
life is heightened and we are more eager to learn, to communicate, and
to interact with others socially. However, our thoughts may be more
scattered, and our minds less able to focus on one subject for long.
Since Mercury and Gemini both have effect on the nervous system, we'll
also need to manage a higher level of nervous energy, especially when
Mercury forms hard aspects with other planets. Remember to
B-R-E-A-T-H-E.
Tuesday
Jupiter quintile Uranus: See above.
Wednesday
Venus semisquare Chiron: Old
relationship wounds may surface, related to a lack of self-worth that
manifests as possessiveness and over-attachment. As always with Chiron
aspects, this is an opportunity to actively listen to and care for the
inner child who fears that it will never be
loved.
Thursday
Venus trine Pluto: Based
on the work we did yesterday, we are now able to be more forthright and
honest with loved ones, no longer giving away our power to fears of
lack or loss.
Friday
There are no significant aspects exact today.
Saturday
Venus square Jupiter: We
may be feeling exceptionally generous with our hearts and pocketbooks
today, but be careful not to go overboard. It is possible to promise
something that we regret later, or to have "buyer's remorse" in other
ways.
Venus enters Gemini: Venus
will be in the sign of The Twins from May 8 to June 2. During this
transit, the need to interact socially is heightened. We are less likely
to want to settle down to one person or one creative outlet, but this
can be a great time to meet new
people.
Sunday
There are no significant aspects exact today.
TEN DAYS AND COUNTING! I hope you can join us for my upcoming "Riding the Rapids" webinar! It will be presented live (and recorded for replay) on Wednesday, May 12.
During
this 75-minute Zoom class, we'll dive deeply into the planetary
influences we'll be working with May through August, and talk about the
powerful energy waves we'll be riding. To learn more about the class,
please see below -- or here's a quick link to register: https://ridingtherapids.eventbrite.com
See you there!
("If Your Birthday Is This Week" follows the class description.)
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