Written by Lisa E Zimmerman
We continue in Taurus season as the days lengthen, the earth softens, the flowers bloom, the birds sing and everything feels new. The Mars-Pluto intensity is separating and the pressure is diffusing. As Pluto Stations to change direction, issues around power are front and center (even more than usual), highlighting the current reality.
We finally turn an energetic corner as Venus and Neptune meet for the third time (now in Aries), rather than in multidimensional Pisces, where they met twice before. Pisces was about processing completions to clear space for the future – and now, in Aries, a spark of initiation has arrived so you can create something new.
May 2 – Venus conjunct Neptune in Aries. A fresh beginning on a spiritual or creative level characterizes this duo. Venus in Aries will boldly pursue its desires and Neptune in Aries is a pioneer, with a radical dream or vision. Because Venus in Aries is independent and Self-centered, this feels deeply personal. Is there a burning desire in your heart that is ready to be activated?
Neptune is boundless imagination that can take you beyond old limitations, so align with your vision, as you tread into uncharted territory and follow your heart. Yes, some may say it’s a fantasy or unrealistic, but you know what feels real for you. Trust your Self. If it’s in your consciousness, it’s meant for You!
May 4 – Pluto Stations Retrograde. Pluto is at 3º Aquarius, where it will sit for May and June, barely moving, as it calls you within to integrate current issues that are in process, if you have planets, points or angles near 3º of Aquarius, Leo, Scorpio or Taurus. You are in the midst of a transformational process that is a sacred turning point in your life and this path will change you, stripping away what is not you – or not for you, leading to an evolved expression of You.
Also on May 4, Mars finally leaves its post-Retrograde shadow after a long Retrograde in Cancer and Leo, since Oct ’24 (pre-Retrograde shadow). It’s past the Pluto-Mars opposition, totally free in fresh territory to create a new path in Leo, where it’s inspired, confident, happy to explore. Yes!
May 5 – Mercury sextile Jupiter. Mercury in Aries and Jupiter in Gemini they have something to say! They want to connect, communicate, create smart plans, they’re optimistic, upbeat with expansive thinking and big ideas. This is great for networking, sales, brainstorming, pitching a project and creating opportunities. Meet people, get around, listen and learn, get the 411. Make the most of this lively inspiration – the energy of possibilities!
May 6 – Venus sextile Pluto. The third of three meetings. Venus-Pluto is passionate, magnetic, charismatic and powerful, intense in romance, sales, and making things happen. Venus in Aries is bold and Pluto in Aquarius is innovative, so this is a perfect space to assess where you are in your evolution regarding your values, relationships, creativity and $$ – and how you value your Self. This Venus-Pluto wants to be on the leading edge, seeks to grow and forge a path into the new frontier.
Mercury conjunct Chiron in Aries. This can be healing words, making/receiving amends or it can bring up unhealed wounds, such as feeling misunderstood, trouble communicating your thoughts and feelings, self-doubt, or negative beliefs about your intellect or education. I can’t tell you how many people judge themselves as a result of a childhood message they received that haunts them to this day.
Imagine the grace of releasing a burden that was placed on you with careless words or actions so long ago – and know that it is doable. Or a more contemporary hurt can be corrected or soothed by a shift in perspective. It is totally doable.
There’s an abundance of fertile ground this week, with pioneering motivations and inspiration for laying fresh tracks on untrodden paths. The idea is to create your life anew in our emerging world that is alternately messy and ripe with potential, dying and collapsing, as tiny roots are forming underground and in the ethers, unseen, that will bring dramatic new creations in the days to come.
Be creative as you enter this new chapter, attuned to your Higher Self, your heart, your loved ones, your community and the Greater Good.
Expect good things and as always, I am grateful for your presence on our journey together. 🌷
“Every blade of grass has an angel that bends over it and whispers, ‘Grow, grow.’” ~ The Talmud
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Everything we encounter in this world with our six senses is an inkblot test. You see what you are thinking and feeling, seldom what you are looking at.” ~ Shiqin
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“Ordinary knowledge informs, cosmic knowledge transforms.” ~ Rev. Michael Beckwith
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You don’t have to know how you’re going to get there, but you must trust that you will.” ~ Price Pritchett
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Lisa E Zimmerman is an Intuitive Astrologer, Transformational Coach and Creator of Awakened Life Retreats, helping seekers discover who they came here to be and how to create an evolving, empowered and meaningful life. It is a joyful, heartfelt journey. www.soullevelsolutions.com ❤️