Star Codes
SWEETNESS AND FIRE describe the week. There is access to enthusiasm, conflict, and opinions, but also imagination and intuition. We just have to add focus to use this energy well. Strong opinions and echoing tensions prevail as mental Mercury opposes generous Jupiter in the fixed signs of Taurus and Scorpio. That feisty, stubborn Mars-Uranus square is fading, but is still close enough to leave difficult and energizing resonance.
A magical aspect also supports our gentler sides. The Jupiter-Neptune trine can open up our subtle perceptions. This aspect encourages us to immerse ourselves in a good book and to feel a spiritual connection with those whom we memorialize on this holiday. But Neptune’s escapist edge encourages people to drink heavily, so drive carefully.
Friday begins under a sociable Libra moon as Mars in Aquarius encourages community connection. But over the weekend, a very private Scorpio moon and sensitive, self-protective Venus in Cancer can leave us feeling more reserved on this usually picnic- oriented weekend. Seriousness from life’s woes can cramp our social styles. Don’t test relationships; let’s take good care of ourselves so we can stay centered but open. A playfulness returns on Memorial Day as the moon enters more outspoken and outgoing Sagittarius and the wild world beckons.
FRIDAY, MAY 25: Meet, greet, and network under a sociable moon in Libra. We’ll intuit body language and unspoken information, but fact- check impressions. Our minds also sharpen, so we’ll want to investigate and communicate as mental Mercury trines Pluto. Tonight is sociable with undertones of shyness.
SATURDAY, MAY 26: Notice competitiveness as the moon enters focused Scorpio; our minds sharpen, but life can feel like a strategic chess game. It’s important to concentrate on something we can uncover or discover. The mood relaxes this evening with more warmth.
SUNDAY, MAY 27: The level of the collective unconscious rises like a soggy water table as the Scorpio moon conjuncts Jupiter and forms a grand trine with Venus in Cancer and Neptune in Pisces. Magic can happen, but so can obsession. Empathy and a craving for connection meet with the fear of being overwhelmed. Respect verbal signals. Take some time alone.
MONDAY, MAY 28: With a thoughtful morning, the depths of our psyches undulate. Pay attention to new relationships and opportunities this morning. Trust instincts but don’t project into the future; follow them up and find out more later on. A few minutes alone can allay mildly awkward feelings at midday. A positive, restless energy grows as the moon enters Sagittarius this afternoon.
TUESDAY, MAY 29: Adulthood encroaches under the full Sagittarius moon. We may want to play hooky but have deadlines or responsibilities. Be frank and honest but not oblivious; watch for simplistic assumptions. Nervous energy speeds up the conversation as Mercury enters Gemini.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 30: Our minds can get stuck on a worry when overthinking the past. We may have difficulty concentrating on work. Return to the present and put that mental activity to good use.
THURSDAY, MAY 31: The moon enters competent Capricorn and helps us harness the buzz in our minds. We want to talk over new ideas from every direction, but we should refrain from gossip without purpose. Our inner demons or outer difficulties need to be faced directly as the moon conjuncts Saturn. We can attempt to micromanage others to control our nerves, but that does not satisfy. Good changes are afoot; look for them and participate.