Moonsign,
Sunsign
and More
by Jenny Yates
Sunsign
and More
by Jenny Yates
May 9 to 24, 2019 |
What sign is the moon in? What signs do the planets occupy? What is the current lunar cycle about? For the aspects currently affecting everyone, click here. And for a daily overview, click here. |
Venus is in Gemini In Gemini, Venus is devoted to intellectual pleasures. This can mean anything from crossword puzzles to lectures on Medieval candle magic. It's especially good for scintillating conversation. Everyone is wittier and more interesting, and everyone is quicker to respond to your ripostes. (And they're ready to repost everything you write, too.) And yes, it's a good time for puns. Try to control yourself. Venus will be in Gemini until July 4. Venus entered Gemini in NYC: Thurs, June 9, 10:23 am in Vancouver: Thurs, June 9, 7:23 am in London: Thurs, June 9, 3:23 pm in Berlin: Thurs, June 9, 4:23 pm |
The Moon moves into Cancer in NYC: Weds, May 8, 5:06 am in Vancouver: Weds, May 8, 2:06 am in London: Weds, May 8, 10:06 am in Singapore: Weds, May 8, 5:06 pm in Sydney: Weds, May 8, 7:06 pm moves into Leo in NYC: Fri, May 10, 9:13 am in Vancouver: Fri, May 10, 6:13 am in London: Fri, May 10, 2:13 pm in Singapore: Fri, May 10, 9:13 pm in Sydney: Fri, May 10, 11:13 pm moves into Virgo in NYC: Sun, May 12, 12:21 pm in Vancouver: Sun, May 12, 9:21 am in London: Sun, May 12, 5:21 pm in Singapore: Mon, May 13, 12:21 am in Sydney: Mon, May 13, 2:21 am moves into Libra in NYC: Tues, May 14, 2:50 pm in Vancouver: Tues, May 14, 11:50 am in London: Tues, May 14, 7:50 pm in Singapore: Weds, May 15, 2:50 am in Sydney: Weds, May 15, 4:50 am moves into Scorpio in NYC: Thurs, May 16, 5:25 pm in Vancouver: Thurs, May 16, 2:25 pm in London: Thurs, May 16, 10:25 pm in Singapore: Fri, May 17, 5:25 am in Sydney: Fri, May 17, 7:25 am moves into Sagittarius in NYC: Sat, May 18, 9:21 pm in Vancouver: Sat, May 18, 6:21 pm in London: Sun, May 19, 2:21 am in Singapore: Sun, May 19, 9:21 am in Sydney: Sun, May 19, 11:21 am moves into Capricorn in NYC: Tues, May 21, 3:56 am in Vancouver: Tues, May 21, 12:56 am in London: Tues, May 21, 8:56 am in Singapore: Tues, May 21, 3:56 pm in Sydney: Tues, May 21, 5:56 pm moves into Aquarius in NYC: Thurs, May 23, 1:49 pm in Vancouver: Thurs, May 23, 10:49 am in London: Thurs, May 23, 6:49 pm in Singapore: Fri, May 24, 1:49 am in Sydney: Fri, May 24, 3:49 am moves into Pisces in NYC: Sun, May 26, 2:07 am in Vancouver: Sat, May 25, 11:07 pm in London: Sun, May 26, 7:07 am in Singapore: Sun, May 26, 2:07 pm in Sydney: Sun, May 26, 4:07 pm |
What does the moon's sign tell you? See Moon Signs and Lunar Transits |
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Neptune is in Pisces This could be a time of beautiful spiritual flowering, a time when large numbers of people open up their hearts and connect with each other. The idealism of Neptune becomes deeply intuitive, emotional and sympathetic when this planet goes through Pisces. The matter of faith is likely to be paramount as Neptune goes through this sign. Who and what do we trust? People will have a stronger need to believe in something (or someone), and this can mean that some folks will be preyed upon by unscrupulous con men. A gullible populace isn't always good at picking leaders, so it will be important to talk as clearly and fully as possible about all the issues of the day. Open communication is important and protective during this period. Neptune is the planet of the strange, so things may take odd turns. Everyone will be a little more susceptible to illusions, confusion, fascinations, and poetic deliriums. New drugs could make an appearance – both medicinal and recreational - and new healing techniques be developed. Creativity is enhanced by Neptune in this sign, especially when it comes to rhythmic forms like music and poetry, and to the arts of illusion such as theatre and film. We could see the flowering of some amazing new art-forms. Religious institutions get new life from Neptune’s passage through Pisces, but only if they offer a true connection with the wisdom of the inner self. It’s not a time for dogma, but for breaking down all artificial divisions and merging with the infinite. Neptune will be here until March 2025. Neptune entered Pisces in NYC: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 2:03 pm in Vancouver: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 11:03 am in London: Fri, Feb 3,2012, 7:03 pm in Berlin: Fri, Feb 3, 2012, 8:03 pm in Sydney: Sat, Feb 4, 2012, 6:03 am |
Pluto is in Capricorn Pluto has to do with the slowest, most relentless and most inexorable trends. In spite of being demoted from planet status, it's still very influential when it comes to social transformation. As soon as Pluto entered this pragmatic, restrained ascetic sign, the economy took a very different shape. Everyone switched from spending and speculating to worrying and saving. The emphasis is on what works, not necessarily what feels good. This is a long-term conservative influence, but the word "conservative" can mean a lot of different things. It could mean conserving the land, and becoming better stewards of the earth. It could mean conserving the wisdom of our elders. It could mean looking to the people who have spent their lives developing practical skills and asking, "Okay, how do we do this?" Pluto has been in Capricorn since November 2008 and will be here until March 2023. |
Uranus is in Taurus Uranus is the revolutionary planet, and now it’s entering the most solid, grounded sign in the zodiac, Taurus. So this could be a time when some very basic social and economic factors will be challenged. There could be big changes to the way we all handle matters of wealth and poverty, for example. Currencies could be affected, and some could go dormant, while new currencies are suddenly born. Our agricultural methods could be altered during this time, along with the way we distribute food and other goods. New technology will reshape science, especially when it comes to medicine. New art forms could have a big influence, particularly in music and spoken poetry. Ecological issues will also be addressed with innovative technology during this time, and some of it will work, while some of it will fail. It may become clear that we do need to restructure our societies in order to live sustainably on the earth, but whether this will happen in a sufficiently radical way remains to be seen. There will be a lot of push-back for every change that’s proposed. Sometimes it takes the shock of disaster to really alter people’s consciousness, but that’s the hard way to do it. There may be more radical movements towards traditional lifestyles during this time. Of course, everybody interprets tradition in their own way. Some of these will be oppressive to women, gay people, and minorities, while others are able to combine a kinder social ethic with a sustainable lifestyle. Uranus will be in Taurus until July 7, 2025. Uranus entered Taurus in NYC: Weds, Mar 6, 3:27 am in Vancouver: Weds, Mar 6, 12:27 am in London: Weds, Mar 6, 8:27 am in Singapore: Weds, Mar 6, 4:27 pm in Sydney: Weds, Mar 6, 7:27 pm |
Mars is in Gemini This is a restless place for the planet of action, and it increases your level of nervous energy. It can mean pacing, non-stop talking, and rushing around doing a million things at once. It can be harder to relax and to sleep while Mars is here, particularly for people who are already insomniacs. Even usually calm people may feel a bit edgy and easily distracted. People who are good at multi-tasking will be even better at it during this period, and so you’ll see a lot of people simultaneously talking on the phone, answering their mail, and watching cartoons. These folks are energized by all the mental stimuli, and so, somehow, everything gets done. The main challenge is that there can be too much mental energy, and sometimes people can talk for hours without making a decision. There’s a certain reluctance to diminish your options in any way. This can mean a more superficial approach, a tendency to dabble in a lot of things without making a definite commitment to anything. But this is an interesting time, and you’re likely to experience lots of variety in your environment. You’re curious about all the untried possibilities, and your curiosity can take you to new places. You’re more likely to talk to strangers, to read the signs along the way, to smell the flowers and then to post facebook updates (with pictures) about them, and to engage with everything and everybody around you. When it comes to exercise, this is a great time for biking, roller-skating, or skate-boarding. Walking may sometimes seem too slow. Hitchhiking could make a comeback, and a lot of people will find themselves driving around more than usual. Mars will be here until May 15. Mars enters Gemini in NYC: Sun, March 31, 2:12 am in Vancouver: Sat, March 30, 11:12 pm in London: Sun, March 31, 6:12 am in Singapore: Sun, March 31, 2:12 pm in Sydney: Sun, March 31, 5:12 pm |
Saturn is in Capricorn Saturn is now entering its home sign, where it’s an especially strong influence. This is a period when the focus will be on duty, responsibility and pragmatism, and there won’t be a lot of time or room for frivolity. When times are hard, people focus on the basics, and act more cautiously. This is a sign of structure and tradition, and so the emphasis will be on maintaining the status quo, and bolstering it further whenever possible. We may see more poverty and lack, for many reasons, during this time. Natural resources will become scarcer, and people already in power will be even more efficient in taking control of what’s there. With Saturn in this sign, I can see the world becoming more and more like a factory, a machine, with people being ground under by the emphasis on efficiency and competence. At the same time, organization is rewarded, in whatever form, and so we are likely to see a lot of grassroots organization take firm root. Discipline and commitment are rewarded by this sign, and this will help people survive. Saturn is the planet that rules bones, and so we’ll become aware of the bones of our society. We’ll become well acquainted with its framework, and it will be clear when it’s crooked, when it’s unstable, when it’s not sustainable. The process of righting it is slow and painstaking, but that work will continue doggedly during this time. Saturn will be in Capricorn until March 21, 2020. Saturn entered Capricorn in NYC: Tues, Dec 19, 11:48 pm in Vancouver: Tues, Dec 19, 8:48 pm in London: Weds, Dec 20, 4:48 am in Singapore: Weds, Dec 20, 12:48 pm in Sydney: Weds, Dec 20, 3:48 pm |
The sun is in Taurus Everything becomes more concrete and physical when the sun enters Taurus. There’s an emphasis on working with the stuff of the earth: the soil, the worms, the compost, the seeds. People are more definite about everything, more likely to make up their minds and keep them made up. It’s time to take a stance, to pick a little spot of ground and plant yourself there. People also become more aware of the basics: how much money they have in the bank, how much insurance they have, and the general state of their health. This is a good time to look at the foundations of your life, and to strengthen them in any way that they need strengthening. However, it’s also a good time to live in the moment. This earthy sign is very sensual, and so this is a nice month to just sit in the garden and listen to the birds sing and watch the flowers grow. This is a different kind of maintenance. You’re recharging your batteries, finding your center, feeling your connection to the earth’s core. The sun will be here until May 21. The sun entered Taurus in NYC: Sat, Apr 20, 4:55 am in Vancouver: Sat, Apr 20, 1:55 am in London: Sat, Apr 20, 9:55 am in Singapore: Sat, Apr 20, 4:55 pm in Sydney: Sat, Apr 20, 6:55 pm |
| Venus is in Aries Romantic passion has its day, with Venus in this sign. If you ever wanted to write a love sonnet, now is the time. You’re more spontaneous and impetuous than usual, and if writing sonnets isn’t your thing, you might just blurt out the way you feel. Later on, you may wonder how you managed to be so bold! But the good side of this is that you get your answer right away, and you can move on if the object of your interest isn’t in the same place. All lovers are a little friskier under this influence, even if they’ve been together a long time. Everybody is looking for a little more excitement in their lives. It’s also a great time for artists, as the urge for creative self-expression is very strong. There’s an autobiographical feel about Venus in Aries, and this will come through in any media. You’re drawing yourself, or doing comedy about your own life, or putting your feelings into interpretive dance. Whatever you’re doing, it’s an exploration of what it means to be you – and what it means to be human – and the honesty and spontaneity of your work engages your audience. When it comes to pleasure, you want to do new, intriguing things while Venus is here. You want to try something you’ve never done before, something that will engage your body and spirit. You might go out and take tango lessons, or join a rugby team, or run a marathon, or walk on hot coals. Even if it challenges you – especially if it challenges you! - it will be fun. Venus will be in Aries until May 15. Venus entered Aries in NYC: Sat, Apr 20, 12:10 pm in Vancouver: Sat, Apr 20, 9:10 am in London: Sat, Apr 20, 5:10 pm in Singapore: Sun, Apr 21, 12:10 am in Sydney: Sun, Apr 21, 2:10 am |
Jupiter is in Sagittarius The character of the year changes, as Jupiter enters its new sign. And this will be a more optimistic year. Jupiter’s passage through Sagittarius is a great counter to the more dour presence of Saturn in Capricorn. Jupiter in Sagittarius is about freedom, adventure, and expansion. The Sagittarian archetype is the Seeker, and so a lot of people will take to the road, or fly off to some distant land. People will be looking for something – new experiences, a deeper understanding of life, a sense of meaning. Some folks will approach the quest while staying in their chairs, zipping around in cyberspace, but most will want to be physically as well as mentally and spiritually active. This is Jupiter’s home sign, so the buoyant, positive energy of Jupiter will express itself in so many ways. There could be a great rush of people who want to be more involved in their communities, whether they jump into the political fray or volunteer for a worthy cause. Everybody takes energy from everybody else. So it will be an energetic year. There could also be some luck, for the human race in general. This also counters Saturn in Capricorn, which keeps repeating the message that you have to work really hard for everything you get. Jupiter in Sagittarius is passing around another message: that there is a certain grace that just falls on all of us. We can identify it, enjoy it, and be grateful for it. Jupiter will be here until December 2, 2019. Jupiter entered Sagittarius in NYC: Thurs, Nov 8, 7:38 am in Vancouver: Thurs, Nov 8, 4:38 am in London: Thurs, Nov 8, 12:38 pm in Singapore: Thurs, Nov 8, 8:38 pm in Sydney: Thurs, Nov 8, 11:38 pm |
The Current Lunar Cycle (14° Taurus) Taurus is a stable sign, and the Taurus new moon generally signals a good time for slow growth. But during this lunar cycle, things happen much more quickly than usual, thanks to the Mars/Jupiter opposition that occurs at the new moon. It’s in mutable signs, so it’s fast, sensitive, and responsive. People will be more ambitious during this lunar cycle, and this could mean that everybody gets more done. But people can also be rash, excitable, and ready to turn everything upside down just because they can. There are more heroes and more villains, and the trouble is that the villains think they’re the heroes. So during the next month, try cooling yourself out a bit. Do you really need to bow to whatever pressure you’re feeling? Do you need to prove yourself? Do you need to get it all done tomorrow? Sure, you want to be a legend, but try taking an even longer view and realizing that the rocks are the only things that really stand the test of time. This doesn’t mean that you shouldn’ t try, but maybe don’t risk everything. This lunar cycle lasts until the next new moon on June 3. Its climactic moment is the full moon on May 18. The new moon occurred in NYC: Sat, May 4, 6:45 pm in Vancouver: Sat, May 4, 3:45 pm in London: Sat, May 4, 11:45 pm in Singapore: Sun, May 5, 6:45 am in Sydney: Sun, May 5, 8:45 am |
Mercury is in Taurus Mercury, the planet of thought, speech, writing and learning, is more stable in Taurus. It’s easier to retain what you learn. In fact, you want to chew everything over more thoroughly, to figure out how it really applies to your life. Right after it enters Taurus, Mercury conjuncts Uranus, and this gives more excitement and distraction, but after that, things calm down somewhat. And so this can be a two-week period in which you get a lot done. You take your responsibilities seriously, and deal with whatever mental task you’ve been given in a thorough, definite way. People know they can count on you to be honest, to finish a job on time, to be where you say you’ll be. People who are normally a bit flaky will find themselves more grounded, less prone to wandering off and getting into trouble. However, if you normally avoid new ideas, you’ll be more resistant to them during Mercury’s passage through this fixed sign. And communication impasses can be lengthier. Who are these people who want you to change? Don’t they know you’ve been thinking this way for a hundred years? If it makes sense, it makes sense, and that’s all there is to it. Taurus is the most stubborn sign in the zodiac, so be sure that you aren’t negating something simply because it isn’t familiar. You may want to ask yourself whether it’s time to compromise, at least a little bit. Mercury will be in Taurus until May 21. Mercury entered Taurus in NYC: Mon, May 6, 2:25 pm in Vancouver: Mon, May 6, 11:25 am in London: Mon, May 6, 7:25 pm in Singapore: Tues, May 7, 2:25 am in Sydney: Tues, May 7, 4:25 am |
The sun enters Gemini The mind is really active when the sun goes through Gemini. Ideas proliferate, and beg to be written down or thoroughly talked over. Everyone is more interested in the latest news, gossip, and information, and these things spread with record-breaking speed. It’s an especially good time for writers, especially writers of short forms, but it’s good for anyone whose focus is communication. Musicians write catchy tunes, researchers find out new and telling facts, community organizers find it easier to gather people together, and students are eager to follow any interesting trail of knowledge. But if a subject is boring, students will be doodling, passing notes, or playing on their cell phones. Everyone is more easily distracted when the sun is in Gemini. This is a playful sign, great for solving puzzles and meeting mental challenges. People are friendlier, lighter and funnier, more inclined to wordplay and to retelling the latest jokes. People meet spontaneously, getting into the spirit of the moment. Everyone wants to keep their options open, to have lots of free time and an abundance of choices. People are busy, but not because they’re working themselves to death. They’re more likely to be busy having fun. The sun will be in Gemini until June 21. The sun enters Gemini in NYC: Tues, May 21, 3:59 am in Vancouver: Tues, May 21, 12:59 am in London: Tues, May 21, 8:59 am in Singapore: Tues, May 21, 3:59 pm in Sydney: Tues, May 21, 5:59 pm |
Mercury enters Gemini In this air sign, Mercury – the planet of the mind – is right at home. Mental processing is faster, more skillful, more imaginative. Everybody is quicker to connect the dots, to find the links between various pieces of information. People are not as interested in going deep, and seeing the underlying causes, but rather want to cover a lot of territory. They are drawn to diversity, variety, multiple possibilities. This is an excellent Mercury sign for writers and idea people. People don’t mind being quirky, in the interest of keeping everything moving. Cleverness has plenty of cachet, and so lots of great aphorisms can be written, and lots of witty sayings passed around. Sometimes nothing gets done, because people are so taken with their own cleverness. This is a great time for brainstorming and networking. However, it’s very easy for everything to stay up there on the cloud level, and never come down to earth. It’s all so interesting when it’s theoretical. You can go in all sorts of directions; there are no limits. And so if you actually want to accomplish something concrete, you may need to put some sort of limit on meetings, mailings or phone conversations. Mercury will be in Gemini until June 4. Mercury enters Gemini in NYC: Tues, May 21, 6:51 am in Vancouver: Tues, May 21, 3:51 am in London: Tues, May 21, 11:51 am in Singapore: Tues, May 21, 6:51 pm in Sydney: Tues, May 21, 8:51 pm |
Venus enters Taurus When Venus, the planet of love, goes through Taurus, lovers are more reliable, more faithful, and more loyal than usual. There’s a tendency to stick with a good thing, rather than trying to change it. You really notice all the pleasures and delights of your current life, and counting your blessings feels natural and easy. During this time, particular pleasure comes from anything physical. It’s nice for gardening, for walking in the woods, for hugging trees, for being outside in general. This is an excellent time to go camping, to soak in the sounds and smells and tastes of nature. It’s good for potting, weaving, painting, sculpting, working in any kind of tactile media. And, of course, it’s good for the pleasures of the flesh: eating, drinking, making slow love. When it comes to relationships, people are more forthright and honest when Venus is here. You present yourself as you are, with no hidden agendas, and you prefer that others be that way as well. People who usually lead complicated, dramatic lives may discover the joys of simplicity while Venus is in Taurus. Venus will be here until June 8. Venus enters Taurus in NYC: Weds, May 15, 5:45 am in Vancouver: Weds, May 15, 2:45 am in London: Weds, May 15, 10:45 am in Singapore: Weds, May 15, 5:45 pm in Sydney: Weds, May 15, 7:45 pm |
Mars enters Cancer Mars shows where you put your energy, how you use it, and what you consider worthy of protecting and defending. Cancer is the sign that relates to home, family and neighborhood, so everyone is a little more tribal under this influence. Some people will respond to this by stockpiling guns. Other people will stash away the produce from their gardens, and that’s what will give them a sense of security and well- being. There’s a strong urge to defend what’s yours, when Mars is in Cancer. But at the same time, this is an emotional, sentimental, nurturing sign, and people will be warm-hearted and dewy-eyed, easily moved whenever they come across anyone in trouble. Children and old people will find helpful people in their corners, willing to exert themselves a little to keep them safe. There will be a lot of cooking and eating and drinking, while Mars is in this sign. Angry people will eat away their anger, and hurt people will eat away their pain. There will also be big, wonderful family and community feasts. Chefs will come up with amazing delicacies, and wine enthusiasts will ply you with their collections. It’s also good for water sports – swimming, boating, water-skiing. And it lends itself to community events, like puppet-shows and Renaissance fairs and singalongs. The main thing is that everyone needs to feel that they belong. Mars will be in Cancer until July 1. Mars enters Cancer in NYC: Weds, May 15, 11:09 pm in Vancouver: Weds, May 15, 8:09 pm in London: Thurs, May 16, 4:09 am in Singapore: Thurs, May 16, 11:09 am in Sydney: Thurs, May 16, 1:09 pm |