Add These Dates to your G-Cal:
- May 1: Full Moon in Scorpio
- May 2: Mercury enters Taurus
- May 6: Pluto Retrograde in Aquarius
- May 16: New Moon in Taurus
- May 17: Mercury enters Gemini
- May 18: Mars enters Taurus
- May 18: Venus enters Cancer
- May 20: Sun enters Gemini
- May 22: Sun in Gemini conjunct Uranus in Gemini
- May 31: Full Moon in Sagittarius
Your friendships are front and center, Cancer. The month kicks off with the Sun traveling through Taurus, and all you want is to spend your time building memories with friends and people who make you feel seen. You might have some fun adventures planned with friends or find a sense of community in a new group of people you meet, while volunteering or online. You’re also more aware of the friendships that make you feel appreciated and certain ones that you might have outgrown. Pay attention to who roots you on and who is leaving you feeling depleted.
It’s time to live life to the fullest thanks to the Full Moon in Scorpio on May 1. You’re more aware of who and what brings you joy and helps you ground into the present moment. For some, this could be a moment of celebration, play, pleasure, creativity, or romance. Spend time with the creative and playful part of your mind. You’re learning important news about some of your goals and dreams once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 2. Maybe an influential person or offer enters your life and helps you take the next step toward one of your visions. This energy is also largely social, helping you connect with people who give you a sense of purpose and belonging. Or you might also just have a bunch of fun plans with friends.
Your relationship with intimacy is up for review when Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 6. You might feel vulnerable or like someone is staring right at one of the secret parts of you. This can help you open up and deepen a connection. It also helps you become more honest with yourself about your desires, shadow sides, and fears of truly merging with another person. A New Moon in Taurus brings a newfound sense of community and belonging into your world on May 16. This is a great time to volunteer at an organization that aligns with your personal values (which is very Taurus), and in the process you might meet some amazing people. There might also be a new goal or dream placed on your heart. Follow it with determination and stick with it.
You’re feeling exhausted thanks to Mercury moving into Gemini on May 17. If you’ve been burning the candle at both ends, this is your reminder that this is not sustainable. If you find yourself letting old limiting beliefs run the show–this is an opportunity to acknowledge those old stories and to start telling yourself new stories. The next few weeks ask you to slow down, say no, and rest. Spending time alone can lead to great insights and revelations. You might also return to a spiritual practice that brings a sense of hope or helps you release what no longer serves you. There might be some drama popping up in your social circle once Mars moves into Taurus on May 18. You might need to set some boundaries with friends. On the bright side, you’re feeling motivated to chase after your goals and making remarkable progress along the way.
On the same day, Venus, the planet of connection, moves into your sign. The next few weeks are all about you! This can bring more luck and favor into your orbit–so take the risk! You might experiment with your style, get a bold new haircut, or get a tattoo of your dreams. You’re ready to play around with how you express yourself and it’s helping you feel more confident, too. This can also bring support for some of your personal goals, as well. The Sun enters Gemini on May 20, bringing divine downloads your way. Ask your Ancestors or guides for a specific sign for confirmation or validation that you’re on the right track. Watch them show up for you when you least expect it. You might also enter a period of self-reflection and become more aware of habits and patterns you’re ready to change.
You’re ditching a bad habit when the Sun and Uranus, both in Gemini, link up on May 22. Sudden shifts and changes you make today can prompt healing and release. You’re tired of the patterns you’ve been stuck in. Today, spending time alone and making decisions based on your intuition—even if it doesn’t feel fully practical—can bring revelations. The month wraps up with a Full Moon in Sagittarius on May 31, bringing a change to your everyday life. Maybe you accept a new job or wrap up an obligation in your personal life. You’re also making changes to your own wellbeing–like your overall health. Setting boundaries today can also help you navigate situations where you've felt powerless or stuck in the past.
