Serious Saturn Is Changing Signs

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On May 24th, the taskmaster planet Saturn enters Aries and remains there until September 1 (and then tours Aries again from February 2026 to April 2028). Whatever house in your chart Saturn is traveling through, that part of your life is where you have work to do. Rise to the challenge instead of trying to bypass it. Saturn won’t let you take the easy way out, and just facing reality will give you a passing grade on his test. Find out below how this Saturn transit will affect you.

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Rather than striving to actively broaden your horizons now, you might ponder what will promote your growth down the road. Your ruler, Mercury, arrives in the last house of your chart on May 10th arousing your intuition and possibly also causing you to keep things to yourself during the next two weeks. Quiet contemplation is good for the soul, but don’t use it to avoid confrontation if there’s something that needs to be said. On the 12th, a Full Moon in your efficiency house might instigate a crisis involving your health or your job, compelling you to change your modus operandi. This is the once-a-year lunation that provides you with the perfect excuse to quit a bad habit once and for all. If you’re pushed to the brink, think in terms of dropping something in order to improve your quality of life. The radiant Sun holds a summit with revolutionary Uranus in your spirit corner on the 17th, which might inspire a selfless gesture that helps people who are in need. This planetary pairing can also generate a burst of creative energy where you feel like original ideas are coming out of nowhere. Or you could liberate yourself from a trap or the past. Listen to your gut, especially when it comes to big changes you need to make or something that is undermining you. But don’t do anything rash that you’re unsure about. It might have long-term repercussions. The Sun’s makes its grand entrance into your sign on May 20th marking the beginning of your birthday season and infuses you with welcome vitality. This is your month to focus on yourself and project your personality fearlessly. Do YOU, Twin! Whether you’re interested in encountering fresh faces or connecting with people who are already in your life, the Venus-Mars mashup on May 22nd will help that happen. You can find the right combination of assertive and agreeable that allows you to get along with everyone and still make your presence known. The Sun in Gemini forms an alliance with Pluto on the 24th, giving you a push out of your comfort zone and into the big wide world. Any experience of newness—whether with a person, place or thing—is likely to be powerful, and it may even change you in a lasting way. If you want to grow, the familiar is verboten, especially now. With Saturn segueing from your ambition angle to your hopes-and-humanity sector that night, your focus shifts from current goals to future ones and from personal achievement to team building between now and September 1st (and then again from February 2026 until April 2028). The emphasis is on being a responsible citizen, being accountable to others, integrating your individuality with group interests and figuring out who your people are—based on your latest interests, ideals and objectives. You might pare down your social circle, as Saturn stresses quality over quantity, and some friendships will probably be put to the test. You’re challenged to forge new bonds, band together for a higher purpose (such as an altruistic cause) and master the art of cooperation. After Mercury shows up in Gemini on May 25th, you’ll be more objective. Plus, you’ll be able to express yourself with authenticity and liveliness, and your talkative mood will help you to connect with people. Once a year, you’re gifted with a New Moon in your sign, and it prompts you to make a fresh start. It’s like your own personal New Year, a chance to set your intentions for the months ahead. You might have an urge to change something about the persona you present to others. Maybe you’ll alter your appearance in an effort to project a different image—ideally, one that reflects the real you. Or you’ll begin to show up with more confidence. Do you express your identity in a way that allow others to see an authentic version of you? Think about how you want to move through the world this year.

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Over the course of the next five months, if you try to work through the strong emotions churning inside you, you could come to terms with what needs to change in your life. When messenger Mercury skips into your network zone on the 10th, reaching out to your social circle and career contacts becomes a higher priority for a couple of weeks, and you might also turn your attention to something new on your wish list. If you need perspective on an issue, talking to friends will allow you to step back and see it from a different angle. On the 12th, a Full Moon lights up your joy house, and it’s capable of bringing a love affair to fruition—meaning a crush could heat up, or you might break up with someone you’ve been dating. You could also complete a creative project or let your feelings out in a big way. Don’t be afraid to express yourself. This is a lunation for living out loud! When the confident Sun convenes with renegade Uranus in your network zone on May 17th, you might get an urge to separate yourself from the pack and rebel against hivemind. Avoid spouting off on social media because a hasty post can come back to bite you. On the flipside, a brilliant one may go viral. Other possibilities: Your role in a group could suddenly change, you might make a new friend, or you might join (or leave) an organization. Teamwork will be challenging if you’re marching to the beat of your own drummer. After the Sun slips into your release corner on May 20th, your energy is bound to wane a bit since the month before your birthday season is a time for rest and reflection. Look back on the past year and let go of regrets, wiping the slate clean so you can start fresh next month when the Sun blazes into Cancer. Venus makes music with her cosmic companion, Mars, on the 22nd, allowing you to utilize what you have going for you and do creative work. Positive professional relations can ultimately strengthen your finances, so play nice with colleagues, charm higher-ups and—perhaps ingratiate yourself with potential mentors. On the 24th, the Sun joins forces with Pluto, favoring intensive reflection. Try to find some peace and quiet that day so you can turn inward. Such introspection can generate movement in your psyche and possibly heals a wound. With serious Saturn ascending to your ambition angle that night, it’s time to assume an air of greater authority. Between now and September 1st (and then between February 2026 and April 2028), you’ll gain the respect you’ve earned and might secure a leadership role that has been a long time coming. But if you’ve taken shortcuts or aren’t pursuing your true calling, you might experience a setback that requires you to reevaluate your path. Crabs who harbor a fear of failure or fear of success will find grapple with that now—because Saturn is pushing you onto center stage and challenging you to fulfill your potential. Once Mercury sneaks into your retreat realm on the 25th, you’ll feel less talkative and more inclined to keep your own counsel. On May 26th, a New Moon sends mixed messages to you. Even though New Moons point to beginnings, this one occurs in the last house of your chart, luring you to release something—or someone—that is past its expiration date. The next New Moon will be in your sign (during Cancer season), marking your annual fresh start. So, now’s the time to make space for what’s ahead. You’re meant to find closure and peace of mind now, and this is the ideal lunation for initiating a new spiritual practice, writing in a dream journal or performing a kindly act of service.

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. Single? You could find yourself pondering what you want and need from a future partner—and what worked and didn’t work in your past relationships. With mental Mercury climbing to the peak of your chart on the 10th, career planning, communication with authority figures, professional studies and public speaking are all favored in the next two weeks. On the 12th, a Full Moon lights up the base of your chart, possibly illuminating a shift in your family or home life that draws your attention away from ambition and forces you to attend to private matters. It challenges you to improve your work-life balance and honor what’s going on inside you or in your living space. You might feel quite moody and need to spend time alone, perhaps indulging in self-care. Show off your unique qualities so you can shine on a big stage when the confident Sun and liberating Uranus coalesce in your ambition arena. You’ll make an impression in a professional or public setting by tapping into your individuality, not by blending in. But you won’t have an easy time answering to authority, since your drive has an urge for autonomy behind it. Unexpected opportunities and changes have the potential to put you on a different path that is right for you, and it might feel like a plot twist. After the Sun sails into your network sector on May 20th, you’re able to shift gears from strutting your stuff on center stage to being a good team-player. You’ll thrive on being yourself around your friends and can feed off their energy. Do some professional networking. Find ways to collaborate with your peers and colleagues. You might also join an organization that reflects your current ideals, interests and goals. When Venus sweet-talks dynamic Mars in Leo on May 22nd, unfamiliar pleasures like new people and places will get your juices flowing. You’re drawn to difference now, and going after what you want is likely to end well. Don’t fly solo on May 24th. A Sun-Pluto conference in your network and partnership houses can enable you to forge a powerful connection. You need to let people know who you truly are in order to have meaningful relationships. If you meet someone new, they’re liable to make a strong impression on you. It’s also possible to deepen an existing bond. If a friendship changes now, trust that it’s probably for the best. Saturn’s arrival in your exploration corner that night begins a three-year journey that will bring hard-earned knowledge. Between now and September 1st, and then between February 2026 and April 2028, you might work to earn a degree, get something published, launch an entrepreneurial venture or learn what you need to know to reach your professional goals. Travel could become a bigger part of your life, as this is a period when you’ll strive to broaden your horizons. Saturn wants you to give your vision of the future more structure and study how the game of life is played. It’s a time for defining your personal philosophy and allowing it to guide you—without dictating how others should live. On the 25th, Mercury zips into your humanity house, encouraging you to keep networking and socializing. A New Moon in that house on the 26th is the universe’s way of telling you it’s time to grow your team, so get out and circulate in the next couple of weeks. You might join a new group, make new friends, attend industry events or just enjoy mingling. Or you could cast a wide net by thinking about the needs of other people and becoming involved in a philanthropic endeavor.

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You might need to slow down if stress is taking a toll. Productivity is one thing. Perfectionism is another. Between now and October 13th, contemplate changing anything that isn’t empowering you to function well. Figure out what’s working and what isn’t, then revise your plan. Your ruler, Mercury, moves into your journeys house on the 10th, inviting you to take in the big picture, explore different views and think more philosophically. In the next couple of weeks, talk to people with the aim of learning about a world outside your own. The Full Moon on May 12th could produce a development involving your sibling or your neighborhood. It can also bring information to light or produce a flurry of interactions. If you feel like you’re being pulled in several directions at once, deal with one thing at a time. A spiritual awakening or major aha moment is possible when the illuminating Sun and enlightening Uranus rendezvous on the 17th. Even if your consciousness isn’t raised in a dramatic fashion, you can gain some perspective. This meeting only takes place once a year, so allow it to lift your spirits and maybe even point you to a different vision of your future. With the Sun ascending to the pinnacle of your chart on the 20th, your ambition gets a jumpstart. Be prepared to keep a high profile in the month ahead. Know your strengths and weaknesses, and do what you can to put your best foot forward. You may be nudged into the spotlight and called on to assume more responsibility. Venus tangos with her planetary playmate, Mars, on the 22nd, generating sexy sparks and emotional breakthroughs. You might get close to someone special behind closed doors or wrestle with a psychological demon and feel more at peace with yourself. There’s also a chance you’ll decide to release something or someone from your life in order to heal and move on. The Sun harmonizes with Pluto on May 24th, which bodes well for your ability to prove yourself in your profession or in public. You’re focused on goals and capable of shouldering a lot of responsibility with composure and confidence. Seek to align your ambitions with the gradual evolution of your job situation or your day-to-day life, factoring in what you want to be known for and what you’re good at. Saturn’s arrival in your sharing sector that night throws down the gauntlet, challenging you to master the art of give and take between now and September 1st, and again between February 2026 and April 2028. Issues surrounding sexuality, trust, power, jealousy, mortality and interdependence will be put under the microscope, and you’ll need to dig deep to resolve them. Casual sex probably won’t satisfy you as much as real intimacy, because Saturn is teaching you how to truly merge your life with that of another individual. A relationship that’s already on the rocks could end, while a healthy one is apt to grow stronger as you do the hard work of building something with lasting value. During this period, you’ll be called to invest in another person; transform something in your psyche; work to gain the support you need; and strive to navigate the inner workings of relationships. After Mercury zips into your ambition angle on the 25th, more of your attention shifts to formulating goals and making professional plans. On the 26th, the New Moon in that part of your chart beckons you to set new objectives, start a fresh chapter in your career, assume a high-profile role, create a business plan, or move in a different direction in your outer life. A job promotion or some other type of change in your public image or professional status could be in the pipeline now.

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Instead of going after what you think you want, delve into your heart in search of its true desires and ask yourself what you feel called to contribute to the world. With Mercury sneaking into your depth sector on the 10th, you might confide in someone you trust or have a deep conversation with a loved one like your significant other. It’s a good time to look within and get in touch with hidden aspects of yourself. You’re likely to have rather weighty thoughts in the next couple of weeks. When a Full Moon lands in your worth zone on May 12th, a sizable cash outlay or payoff is possible, and your spending will be driven by your mood. You’re very aware of your own needs under this lunation, and you may need to juggle in order to find a good balance between give and take. The vibrant Sun tangles with renegade Uranus in your depth-and-merging sector on May 17th, bringing more kink to your sex life or giving you a sudden urge for personal space. You need a change, and there’s a good chance it will impact a close relationship. Because this part of your chart also rules the psyche, be ready for flashes of insight that help you understand yourself better. This planetary pair can liberate emotional blocks, and you might suddenly be flooded with intense feelings. If you go along with it, you may feel like a weight has been lifted off you. Thanks to the Sun’s arrival in your exploration corner on May 20th, your energy and outlook should brighten as you begin to sense more possibilities opening up. The upcoming month is a great time to start studying something new, take a big trip or break out of your everyday routine and expand your mind. You’ve been focused intently on specific projects, issues and relationships, but now you’re meant to remove the blinders and view the big picture. On the 22nd, a Venus-Mars confab makes teaming up a no-brainer. You might make a new friend or meet a potential love interest through the circle of people you already know. If you’re in a relationship, socializing as a couple and doing things with your friends will dovetail nicely now. The Sun vibes with Pluto on May 24th, underscoring the value of moving beyond the familiar and encountering new people, places, ideas and experiences. Personal growth and profound pleasure go hand in hand now. Why stick to what you know when broadening your horizons will put a smile on your face? That night, staid Saturn treks into your interpersonal angle, where he’ll be hanging until September 1st (and then again from February 2026 until April 2028). Your ties with other individuals will be tested, and weaker ones may be severed. It’s time to begin the following: laying the groundwork for equal partnerships based on mutual respect; taking your commitments to the most important people in your life seriously; forming connections with people who require you to be a grownup; and being accountable for your role in a relationship. Your relationships may feel harder, but the best ones will become more solid and mature. Don’t waste time on lightweights during this period, especially if you’re in the market for a long-term partnership (either business or romantic). Saturn doesn’t play, so no players need apply! People are bound to seem like the source of your difficulty at times because the sphere of one-to-one bonds is showing you what you’re made of. After Mercury sails into your exploration corner on the 25th, you’ll be even hungrier for knowledge and travel. And after a New Moon lands there on the 26th, an exciting adventure might be just around the corner. This lunation wants you to take a risk in order to grow. Are there any experiences you’ve been toying with but haven’t yet embarked on? A bucket-list vacation, a course of study, an entrepreneurial venture, a publishing project—any of these enriching undertakings could be imminent.

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At some point, you might decide to see a psychotherapist or another healing professional who can help you unearth what you’ve buried and come to grips with it. Messenger Mercury buzzes into your interpersonal angle on the 10th, emphasizing the value of communication in relationships for the next couple of weeks. It’s a good time for clarifying your position with someone, discussing difficulties, negotiating differences and consulting individuals for their feedback. On the 12th, a Full Moon in Scorpio brings out all the feels and pushes you to ask for what you need. Put yourself first without infringing on anyone else’s rights, and find a healthy outlet for strong emotions. This lunation may offer you a chance to release something—or someone—from your life that’s no longer good for you. What is pushing you over the brink? Maybe it’s time to let it go. When the radiant Sun and liberating Uranus align in your partnership realm on May 17th, a progressive, unusual, stimulating or surprising person might enter your life. You could also have a revelation about a relationship or suddenly need a break from one. Or maybe you’ll act in a really unexpected way, and your significant other won’t know what to make of it. Regardless of the scenario, if there’s a shakeup in your one-on-one connections, it’s actually you who needs a change. Avoid provoking someone to get a reaction. That’s not to say you should stifle your truth. Share it diplomatically. With the Sun diving into your depth-and-merging sector on the 20th, you’ll tune into the subtler side of life even more than usual. Access a hidden part of yourself, pick up on nuances around you, experience life on an emotional level, delve into a relationship that has a powerful effect on you, grapple with weighty issues like pain, loss, mortality and intimacy. When amiable Venus in your productivity corner gels with go-getter Mars in your success arena on the 22nd, your creativity, drive and cooperation can all coalesce, allowing you to make serious progress. Balance a pleasant approach to work with formidable ambition, and you can climb the ladder without stepping on toes. Thanks to a Sun-Pluto hookup on May 24th, an intimate encounter is likely to evoke powerful emotions, while shining a light on something in your psyche can facilitate profound transformation. Your relationship with a parent could shift perceptibly if you have a heart to heart, and delving into the past or your family history can change your feelings for the better. That night, taskmaster Saturn makes his grand entrance in your productivity corner, marking the beginning of a three-year tour that will put your nose to the grindstone. Between now and September 1st (and from February 2026 to April 2028), you’ll be compelled to improve your physical health, job performance, time management, daily habits, skillset and work ethic. And although you’ll be busy with all of that and may take on duties that feel somewhat burdensome, Saturn will push you to conserve your energy and get better at prioritizing so you can handle what’s on your plate. This can be a humbling period, but you need this time to get organized, get your life in better shape and prepare for the more public phase that’s to come. It’s sort of like an internship. Hone your craft. Cut out timewasters. Get serious about lifestyle upgrades like eating healthy and exercising regularly. Mercury’s move into your profundity realm on the 25th nudges you to zero in on a project, relationship or personal matter over the next few weeks. A New Moon in that house on the 26th provides the initiative to go after an outside resource such as a loan or grant; ask for what you need in a close relationship; pursue a sexual connection; or turn a big emotional corner by recovering from a loss, crisis or some type of psychological hurdle. You could receive money that is owed to you or pay off debt.

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With Mercury setting up shop in your efficiency corner for two weeks on May 10th, you’re capable of handling challenging mental work and thinking logically and critically. Your attention to detail is at a peak, so put it to practical use. Communication on the job should be good, but be careful not to nitpick. A Full Moon on the 12th in your subliminal sector could reveal secrets or cause buried emotions to arise. Pay attention to your dreams and hunches, and retreat from the world for a bit so you can rest and reflect. You might want more freedom in your job or wiggle room in your schedule when the vibrant Sun melds with liberating Uranus in your efficiency corner on the 17th. Circumstances in your daily life could change on a dime, so be ready to adapt. You could also recognize the need to improve your health or fitness and vow to change your ways, but don’t expect overnight results or unwavering willpower. Uranus likes to shake things up, but he’s not really about the long haul. You may need to reaffirm your resolutions down the road. On the 20th, the Sun moves into your partnership angle, putting your one-on-one connections under the microscope. You’ll feed off the energy of other individuals, so don’t fly solo too much. The month ahead is a time for learning about yourself through your relationships. Examine your closest bonds and see what you can do to improve them. Ask yourself who you are when you’re with certain people and which unions bring out the best in you. If you’re in a committed relationship, do you like the sides of you that your significant other elicits? A Venus-Mars tryst on May 22nd can inspire you to break out of the same old routine and do what makes you happy. Take a creative risk. Spice up a relationship with an impromptu, decadent date. Go out with someone you’re drawn to who’s very different from you. Or try your hand at a new sport or hobby. The idea is to have a fresh, fun experience. As the Sun syncs up with Pluto on May 24th, you might get into an intense discussion, change your mind about a person, express yourself with significant force and make a big impression on others. And someone could have a very strong impact on your thinking as well. When you speak up, positive change is possible. But being a good listener is also essential! After Saturn shows up in your joy realm that night, you’ll get down to the business of developing your creative talents and taking what you have to offer seriously. Between now and September 1st (and then between February 2026 and April 2028), a casual affair could turn into the real deal, since Saturn is pushing you to make dating more of a mission. If you’re single and looking for love, you might fine-tune your dating-app profile or your list of must-haves and deal breakers for romantic prospects. Or have the big DTR talk with someone you’ve been seeing. This part of your chart also rules procreation, so it’s possible you’ll turn baby-making into a mission during this period. With Mercury skipping into your interpersonal arena on the 25th, dialogue will take on even more importance. A New Moon lands there on the 26th, encouraging you to take things up a notch in key relationships. Maybe it’s time for someone you’ve been dating to become your official plus-one. Or you and your significant other are ready to take the next big step. You might be on the verge of meeting someone with serious LTR potential. If that’s the case, it could be a creative, romantic or professional partnership.

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Examine your relationship with money and possessions. How does your self-worth influence what you attract into your life? Mercury’s arrival in your joy realm on the 10th brings out your playfulness and sense of humor. Creative writing, mental games and reading for pleasure are all favored in the next two weeks. And you won’t have much trouble finding the words to express your feelings, so go ahead and speak from the heart. The Full Moon in your network sector on May 12th reminds you to be there for your friends when they need you. You might feel extra sociable or play a big role in a group. You could also cut ties with one if you no longer share the same interests, goals or ideals. On May 17th, a Sun-Uranus conference encourages quirky self-expression, surprising romance, spontaneous fun and creative breakthroughs. A sudden attraction could involve an electrifying, unconventional person, or it might threaten the stability of your love life. You’re inclined to do what you please now, but think twice before taking a questionable gamble. For instance, impromptu pleasures like a night out with friends would be less complicated than a fling with someone who’s unavailable. With the vitalizing Sun marching into your productivity-and-wellness zone on May 20th, it’s time to get down to business. You have the fuel for hard work and self-improvement in the month ahead. Use your energy to make yourself useful, hone your skills, check things off your to-do list and perform tasks with efficiency. Take pride in a job well done, and remain humble enough not to expect applause. This is also a period for getting healthy, which could mean anything from eating a more nutritious diet to making exercise a higher priority. A Venus-Mars tryst on May 22nd creates the perfect blend of sweet and sexy. You feel safe enough to express your feelings and powerful enough to make the first move. And no worries if you happen to be on your own. This planetary pairing suggests that a feeling of wellbeing can help you build resilience and recover from a crisis, loss or wound. The Sun’s confab with Pluto on the 24th hints that your hard work can generate a shift in your finances or your self-esteem. The power of your priorities can fire you up to make significant headway now. Your ruler, mature Saturn, gets settled at the base of your chart that night, persuading you to do some growing up between now and September 1st (and between February 2026 and April 2028). Your relationship with a parent could be tested, and you should try to resist falling into old patterns. You might have to shoulder more responsibility at home or deal with a challenging living situation head-on in order to make your environment more stable or comfortable. Decluttering or downsizing could take priority, or you could get your own place. Working from home or on your home are other strong possibilities. This is an appropriate period for doing inner work, and you might opt to process your memories and feelings in psychotherapy, aiming for stronger self-awareness and emotional security. Take self-care seriously. A big component of this transit is learning to parent—and in some cases, reparent—yourself. Mercury shows up in your efficiency corner on May 25th, turning your attention to work and getting you to think in practical terms. The New Moon in that part of your chart on May 26th offers the perfect incentive to launch a job search; start a different diet or fitness regimen; adopt a positive habit; streamline your schedule; improve your time management or work ethic; and book medical appointments. A productive surge in the weeks ahead can help you to feel like you have your act together.

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The next five months are well suited to going underground and prioritizing psychological growth. Brutally honest soul-searching is in order, and you’re up to the task. Messenger Mercury dips down to the foundation of your chart on the 10th, allowing you to articulate private emotions with more ease in the next couple of weeks. Your communication with relatives and roommates is also improved. Your thoughts may drift to the past, and you can channel this nostalgia to contemplate how your backstory affects the present. The Full Moon of May 12th pulls you back into the outer world, bringing a goal to fruition, triggering drama with higher-ups or pushing you into the spotlight and calling on you to perform. It may be time to promote yourself or shift your career path somehow. A surprise on the home front or a sudden alteration to your living situation is possible when the radiant Sun and spontaneous Uranus coalesce in your domestic angle on May 17th. Maybe you’ll have an impulse to relocate, redecorate, renovate or change roommates. But you should know that this shoot-from-the-hip energy can lead to regrettable change for the sake of change. So, don’t do anything you can’t undo. An urge to liberate yourself from family baggage can cause shockwaves, but it may not be such a bad thing in the long run. Get out and enjoy life after the Sun dances into your fulfillment house for a month-long tour on May 20th. Express your personality. Show your fun-loving side, especially if you have felt too restrained lately. You’re fired up to play, which could mean dating, hanging with friends, displaying your creativity or taking pleasure in hobbies. Venus flirts with her planetary paramour, doer Mars, on the 22nd, paving the way for you to connect with people. This combination of yin and yang energy allows you to show warmth and affection but also assert yourself in relationships. So, get out and cross paths with fresh faces or make a point of hanging with individuals you like. The Sun syncs up with Pluto in Aquarius on May 24th, giving you permission to show the world the real you. Don’t hide your light. Express your whole self without apology. Pleasurable experiences can change you, so prioritize them now. Love will feel extra deep, and revealing the person you’re becoming could draw in someone who’s right for you. That night, serious Saturn shows up in your cognition-communication-and-community zone until September 1st (and then from February 2026 to April 2028), pushing you to examine how your mind works, how you express yourself and how you interact with others in your immediate environment. Don’t take your habitual thought patterns for granted. Look closely at them to understand how they shape your reality. You might dedicate yourself to a writing project, cultivate your speaking skills, work on becoming a better listener and strive to be taken seriously as a thought leader. If you’re truly invested in your ideas, you’ll begin to speak with greater authority. And the more you know, the more expertise you’ll convey. So, make an effort to continue learning. You might get discouraged at times, but you’re meant to develop your thinking during this period, establishing a firmer foundation upon which your intelligence will ripen. After Mercury skips into your fulfillment house on May 25th, your creativity and sense of humor will get a nice jolt for a few weeks. On the 26th, the New Moon invites you to take a bigger bite out of life and and be your authentic self. You might jump into a new creative project, start a love affair, inject more romance into a current relationship, take up a hobby, carve out more leisure time and discover fresh avenues to personal pleasure. Prioritize personal fulfillment and be willing to go out on a limb for it.

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The dark complexities deep inside you are like buried treasure. It’s possible to transform them alchemically if you invest in this mission. Mercury’s arrival in your thinking-and-talking center on the 10th livens up your thoughts and speech as well as your everyday interactions. Restlessness and curiosity could lead to you to meet new people or take a quick trip in the next two weeks. The Full Moon of May 12th spurs you to be more adventurous, and something involving travel, education, publishing, religion or the law could reach a crescendo. This is the year’s best lunation for dropping a belief that limits your growth. Identify one—and then banish it for good! The vibrant Sun’s alliance with surprising Uranus on May 17th gives your mind, your communication and your environment a jolt. To channel nervous energy and provide excitement, check out unfamiliar local spots, connect with different people and find a fresh way to express your ideas. You might receive a startling piece of news or have a thrilling out-of-the-blue encounter. With the Sun settling into your foundation angle on the 20th, you’ll shift some of your attention to home and family. Spending time in familiar surroundings will make you feel revitalized and centered. The month ahead is a time for getting in touch with your innermost thoughts and taking your emotional temperature. Check in with yourself and consider what would make you feel more comfortable and secure. Reflect on the past in an effort to make peace with where you are in your life. On the 22nd, you could get the reassuring feeling that you know what you want and are willing to work hard to get it, thanks to Venus’s harmony with driven Mars in your productivity corner. You can magnetically draw in what you need and also go out and make your own luck. Take advantage of this fortunate flow by concentrating on your highest priorities. The Sun syncs up with Pluto on May 24th, implying that introspection and reflection on the past are powerful tools for achieving psychological transformation. So, seek peace and quiet in order to look back and look within. Carve out alone time to tap into your deepest emotions and bring about a shift. If you’re tempted to skim the surface of your subconscious and deprive yourself of meaningful, healing change, remind yourself how strong you are. That night, serious Saturn marches into your worth house after a lengthy stay in your sign. Between now and September 1st (and then from February 2026 until April 2028), you’ll segue from redefining yourself to taking stock of your resources and clarifying your values. This restrictive planet requires you to scale back and prioritize. You’ll learn what’s most important to you and will work hard to earn what you need. Your confidence may be put to the test, compelling you to consider what you base your self-worth on. There are no shortcuts to financial prosperity during this transit, so put sound plans in place. Mercury dips down to the base of your chart on the 25th, putting you in touch with your innermost feelings. Now you might be even more inclined to withdraw from the world so you can reflect. A New Moon in that same zone on May 26th indicates that your living situation may be due to change, or a development in your family may be on the horizon. Consider your personal comfort and emotional security and weigh what you could do to improve them. This is an excellent time for stepping up your self-care game, perhaps by adding a new ritual to your regular routine. A relocation, renovation or redecorating spree could be in the cards.

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Professional networking, team endeavors and social media efforts could be in limbo to some extent during this period, giving you a chance to do the legwork to get up to speed by October 13th. Mental Mercury zips into your worth house on the 10th, calling for you to think about your finances, possessions, personal values and resources. You’ll be able to appraise your assets and articulate your needs with objectivity over the next couple of weeks. On the 12th, a Full Moon in your depth-and-sharing sector pushes you to settle a debt, turn a corner in a healing process, support someone close to you or navigate a turning point in an important relationship. A sexual bond could heat up or fizzle out. The vibrant Sun aligns with surprising Uranus on May 17th, and this annual summit might lead you to quickly acquire something you need or suddenly decide to release something you don’t need. You might lose a source of income, but a surge in confidence may inspire you to turn an untapped talent or resource into a moneymaker. Since Uranus doesn’t specialize in detailed plans, think of this as an exciting possibility, not a done deal. Another word of advice: Don’t take dubious chances with money when you’re feeling this headstrong. After the Sun breezes into your thinking-and-talking zone on May 20th, your brain will rev up, and your daily interactions will also benefit from a power surge. You’ll be able to communicate your thoughts and intentions and also listen attentively. The pace of life is likely to accelerate, and you might become restless for a change of scene. A day trip or weekend getaway will feed your wanderlust, but if you can’t travel in the next month, exploring nearby surroundings will sate your appetite for fresh stimuli. Venus canoodles with your ruler, brave Mars, in your fulfillment house on the 22nd, sending your mojo skyrocketing. Your powers of seduction are not to be underestimated, as enticing charm and sexy boldness work in tandem to slay suitors or make your S.O. fall for you all over again. Don’t sleep on this opportunity. Milk it! On the 24th, a Sun-Pluto summit nudges you to socialize, network, express yourself to a group and reach out to friends who have your back. You’re reminded now that there’s strength in numbers. You could have a powerful experience with your friends or meet an important contact, so get out and mingle. That night brings headline news for all Aries: Serious Saturn shows up in your sign for the first time in the 21st century. Between now and September 1st (and then from February 2026 to April 2028), the taskmaster planet will put you through your paces. You’ll undergo a maturation process that tests your strength. Saturn will compel you to define yourself on your own terms and assume more authority in the world. It’s time to demarcate your identity and stand on your own so you can be taken seriously as an individual. Own who you are and make it crystal clear to others! Let your curiosity lead the way when a New Moon lands in your thinking-and-talking zone on May 26th, coaxing you to gather information, interact with others, share your ideas and explore your environment. This is an ideal time for meeting new people, learning, getting involved in your community, taking short trips and reconnecting with a sibling. If you need to book a weekend getaway, tackle paperwork or sign up for a class, here’s your chance.

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