Weekly Forecast ~ Week of May 14th ~ Be the Change

The point of power is always in the present moment.  That is always true and this week even more relevant than usual!  Focus on the now and prepare for change! Things are about to get rocky!  Use this as an opportunity to create more positive in your own life.


Monday May 14th ~
What’s going on today:  
Moon in Taurus

We are building up to the new moon in Taurus tomorrow.  The moon is considered exalted in the sign of Taurus so this is a good placement to work on emotional stability, especially with all the changes coming in this week.  Engage in a grounding activity like gardening or spending time outdoors in order to set a good foundation for yourself this week.


Tuesday May 15th ~
What’s going on today:  

New Moon at 24’36” Taurus at 5:48 AM MDT
Moon in Taurus void-of-course at 2:30 PM MDT
Moon enters Gemini at 2:43 PM MDT
Uranus enters Taurus
Mars enters Aquarius

What it means:  
New moons are my favorite time of the lunar cycle.  We have an influx of positive energy into a concentrated area of the chart which allows us to harness the energy to improve ourselves and our lives.  The new moon in Taurus is all about investment. What are you investing in right now in terms of time, money, relationships, goals, priorities? If there is something you wish to invest in more thoroughly in your life this is a wonderful time to set those intentions.  A small ritual under the new moon is powerful.

When outer planets enter a new sign it is a time of great instability.  And since Uranus is the planet associated most with instability that energy is off the charts with Uranus entering the sign of Taurus today.  This is a long term aspect. Uranus will stay in this sign until 2026 (although there will be a brief dip back into Aries from November 2018 until March 2019).  Expect things that you thought were stable to crumble. Expect feeling more rebellious than usual. Expect the unexpected to happen. If you have planets in Taurus or in the early degrees of any sign, especially fixed sign, this will be felt more strongly in your personal life.  Personally I have Mars in early Capricorn in my 4th house and expect to feel quite a bit of upheaval in my home life over the next couple of years as Uranus makes a trine to this placement. Hard aspects will be more tumultuous. If you feel like the ground is falling away beneath your feet right now it’s probably time to schedule a consultation!

Mars enters Aquarius late tonight as well here in mountain time (tomorrow for Eastern time and Europe).  This energy is only instigating the rebelliousness that Uranus is triggering. There two planets are in a square aspect which perfects tomorrow (see below for details) and we are going to feel the need to overthrow our oppressors, whatever form they might take.  Expect some civil unrest in the weeks and months to come. Mars is in Aquarius until November, although he does dip back into Capricorn during his retrograde cycle this summer. What all of this means is that there is the opportunity for great change and great strides forward … as long as we don’t destroy everything in our path for the sake of change.

Questions to ask yourself:
What do I want to invest in with my time and money right now?  Relationships? Goals? Priorities?

Where do I feel stuck?  What area of my life needs some major overhaul?

How can I reinvent myself and my life?  How can I channel my energy toward positive change that will benefit the greater good?


Wednesday May 16th ~
What’s going on today:  
Moon in Gemini
Mars square Uranus

What it means:  
Mars square Uranus is tumultuous, possibly argumentative, and even dangerous.  If you are not in the right headspace, willing to be patient and steady, things might happen in a way to get you quite upset.  That could be traffic accidents or it could be public protests, but the energy is powerful and unpredictable. The best way to utilize this is by engaging in martial arts in a positive, philosophical manner, as well as by channeling the energy physically.  Embrace your zen, live in the moment, and kick the shit out of the heavy bag.

Questions to ask yourself:  
What am I rebelling against in my life right now?  Responsibilities? Oppression? Can you rebel against negativity and embrace a positive mental and physical stance instead?


Thursday May 17th ~
What’s going on today:  
Moon in Gemini void-of-course at 12:18 PM MDT
Moon enters Cancer at 3:47 PM

The transition between the moon in Gemini and the moon in Cancer is stark  Use the morning to run errands and then use the afternoon to create more comfort and coziness in your nest.  


Friday May 18th ~
What’s going on today:
Moon in Cancer
Mercury trine Saturn

What it means:  
Mercury trine Saturn is great problem solving energy.  We might want to use this to make progress today in physical projects since both Mercury and Saturn are in earth signs.  A little elbow grease does wonders to many problems!

Questions to ask yourself:  
What projects can I work on to feel a sense of accomplishment and pride?  


Saturday May 19th ~
What’s going on today:  
Moon in Cancer void-of-course at 3:14 PM MDT
Moon enters Leo at 5:11 PM MDT
Venus enters Cancer
Venus sextile Uranus

What it means:  
Venus enters the sign of Cancer today where she will stay for about 3 weeks.  Venus in Cancer can be sensitive and might prefer to stay at home instead of venturing out into the world as much as Venus in Gemini.  Venus in Cancer does like to nurture love ones so take this time to care for those around you as well as yourself, too!

Venus sextile Uranus does add some sparks so an otherwise demure Venus placement!  Ooh la la … feel like flirting? Have fun and shake things up in your personal relationships … a little bit of risque business?  Yes please! This could be anything from some new adventure in the bedroom to fingerpainting with your toddler. Do something that pushes your boundaries … in the privacy of your own home!

Questions to ask yourself:
What can you do to nurture your loved ones and yourself?

How can you spice things up at home?  What can I do that might seem shocking but that would also be a lot of fun?


Sunday May 20th ~
What’s going on today:
Moon in Leo
Sun enters Gemini

What it means:  
It really seems like time is flying by this week and with the sun entering Gemini we are feeling that more and more.  Toes are tapping and fingers and twiddling with impatience! Gemini is a rather curious sign … they always want to be investigating something new whether it is a new concept or a new neighborhood.  Allow yourself to explore.

Questions to ask yourself:
What am I curious about?  How can I explore new things this solar month?


The long term impact of the changes this week is profound but for now just try to keep your head above water and remain in the moment.  It is helpful to focus on what is within your power at any given moment in order to get through the difficulties. Remember: the point of power is always the present moment.

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