Astrology for May 15-21 2026

Lots of Change! New Moon in Taurus, All Inner Planets Change Signs! 

May 16 brings the new Moon in Taurus at 25º and a Mars/Chiron conjunction in Aries at 28º. What we plant now will grow steadily over time. A new Moon in Taurus is an extremely fertile window for setting intentions around money, finances, investments, and self-sustainability, so it is best to be extremely… intentional. This is a new Moon to work with if you desire to create more stability in any area of life, but the Mars/Chiron conjunction requires that we take action in the name of those desires, and those actions will require courage. At the end of the sign of Aries, this courage has been cooking for quite sometime. Perhaps we’ve made several previous attempts and had to make adjustments, but it is in this cycle that we go all in for it. On another note, both Taurus and Aries are signs that connect to the body and the physical realm. A detox, a diet shift, a workout routine would all be very successful endeavors if begun around this time. These signs are also ruled by Venus (Taurus) and Mars (Aries), and so new physical intentions could include touch, connection, dating, etc just as well. The ruler of this new Moon is Venus, and Venus is currently sitting in Gemini at 27º in a sextile with the Mars/Chiron conjunction. This aspect sweetens the deal. The signature of Gemini ropes in the power of words, the exchange of ideas. There is potency now in writing things down and creating a plan. Plant what you desire most. Is it health? Is it money? Is it connection? Be discerning. What you plant today is VERY well starred to grow. (Check back under the full Moon in Taurus on October 26, 2026 to review results.)

Change is in the air. On May 17, Mercury enters air sign Gemini until June 1.  Also on May 17, Mercury conjuncts Uranus in Gemini at 1º and Venus in Gemini sextiles Chiron in Aries at 28º. If you have been waiting to broach difficult topics with others, today offers a balm for doing so. Mercury moves into its sign of rulership and gains incredible strength, speed, and stealth in all matters of thoughts, ideas, and communications. These positions lower defenses and create immense curiosity. We have the gift of gab. We are more open to learning, more open to social exchanges despite past hurts. We are ready to move forward, hit next, and learn from new experiences. Thanks to Uranus, new experiences might appear like lightning and out of nowhere. New offers on the table. New terms to contracts and relationships. New ideas crazy enough that they just might work. A word of caution: avoid signing on the dotted line the same day as being pitched the offer. Remember your new Moon intentions. Do these offers align with your values, goals, or desires? Check in.

On May 18, Mars enters Taurus until June 28. Strong and steady wins the race. Mars in earth sign Taurus will help to encourage temperance in a time of so many fast paced changes. Mars in this position aids us all in focusing on one task at a time, prioritizing what is most aligned with self-sustainability and our personal values. We are motivated to act with persistence and protect our sure-bet resources. This transit is productive and practical, and we would do well to lean into these virtues. Naps and treats are acceptable, as Mars in this position understands the futility of burnout. 

Also on May 18, Venus enters Cancer until June 13. This position creates powerful emotional bonds. We lean toward nostalgia and reminiscing. Good food and quality time at home with loved ones is favored. Connections are secured where safety is felt and a respect for psychic and intuitive gifts are honored. Relationships that lack emotional maturity and a safe space to share deep feelings will feel exposed and less fulfilling during this time. This is a time period where we desire people, places, things, experiences, etc that feel like home. What feels like home to you? 

Fate gets involved today. On May 19, Mercury in Gemini squares the North Node in Pisces and South Node in Virgo at 4º. Mercury rules conversations and the exchange of information and in a square to the Nodes of Fate, its best we all pay attention. What is said cannot be unsaid. What we come to know we cannot reverse. Important information is revealed and decisions must be made as a result. Squares incite action. The information is likely something tricky that requires considerable strategy before moving forward, but forward we must move. Avoid hesitation due to fear or becoming overwhelmed by every little detail. How are old mental frameworks holding you back? This is an important opportunity to beat that old level and press on. 

Talk to yourself. Talk to other people. Say hi to your neighbors! (Don’t forget to listen.) Happy Gemini Season! On May 20, the Sun enters Gemini until June 21. Wow, we made it y’all. Hang onto your hat because the last part of May is the bumpiest ride of all! Gemini season naturally picks up the pace of daily tasks, correspondences, and mental activity. In this season, our strongest ally is our openness to curiosity. Ask a million questions. Try all 31 flavors. Time to form some opinions based on field research. What do you actually think about ____? This is the season to find out. New options appear to those that can see them – in more ways than one. 

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