MONTH OF May
Big stretch, Virgo! The Sun is in Taurus and your visionary ninth house until May 20, stoking your wanderlust for just a little longer. It’s been a full 12 months of this very un-Virgo time because Jupiter, the planet of growth and adventure, has also been in Taurus since May 16, 2023. Chances are, your life and interests have tentacled out into some exciting new directions, and you now have more options than you could possibly choose from!
Enjoy this bounty and let the blue-sky dreaming continue because Jupiter is set to make a sign change—and bring a dramatic sea change. This May 25, the supersizer planet is journeying on into Gemini and your structured, settled and serious tenth house. A couple of those starry-eyed ideas could turn into a real professional direction, even a platform where you share your expertise.
On May 7, the annual Taurus new moon sparks up your curiosity and visionary ideas. Give your soul a chance to voice its desires…and make sure you listen! Don’t worry whether something is practical or “realistic.” Adopt a no-limits mindset for now and play out ALL possibilities before you shoot any down. This new moon could also present an opportunity to travel or possibly look for a new place to call home. A big idea you had during this Jupiter cycle could finally start to take shape, attracting interest and support.
Whew, Virgo. Even if Jupiter in Taurus brought good things over the past year, it’s still been a lot! How’s your sleep, your stress levels and your overall sense of well-being? Maybe you haven’t even had a minute to properly touch down. Wellness is an inside AND an outside job, a reminder you’ll get as deep-diving Pluto turns retrograde from May 2 to October 11. This year, Pluto will split its retrograde between Aquarius (until September 1), then back into Capricorn.
For the bulk of this phase, transformational Pluto will reverse through Aquarius and your sixth house of health and organization. It’s an ideal time to attend to your body with extra vigilance. With Pluto activating your fitness zone, perfectionism and control issues can flare. Be careful that your spring health kick doesn’t turn into an obsession.
This retrograde could give you a front-row seat to any anxiety you’ve been quietly containing. Where are you micromanaging or afraid to loosen your grip? The next few months are an important time to tend to your mental health, perhaps with the help of a pro (or several!). Just because things look “perfect” on the outside doesn’t mean you’re not going through something legitimate. Rather than fixate on the optics, let yourself get a little more real. Believe it or not, Virgo, people love you for your messy humanity and warmth, not for your polished exterior.
That said, if things have gotten a bit scrappy, freestyle or cluttered, this is a good time to bring a few of the edges back. Authentic is one thing, but messy is not a Virgo’s best look.
Burning out trying to juggle too much solo? Check on employees and service providers, from your website hosting company to your babysitter to your subscription services. If Team Virgo isn’t providing the support you’re paying for, make changes. Renegotiate rates, give a performance review or upgrade to someone who’s a better fit between now and September.
A major epiphany about your higher purpose could strike on May 13, when the Sun and Uranus make their once-a-year conjunction (meetup), this time in Taurus and your visionary ninth house. A spontaneous chance to travel could make weekend plans a lot more interesting—keep that small getaway bag packed in anticipation!
If ever there was a time to introduce one of your grand plans, it’s now and over the next week. You can also issue your bold requests on May 18, when the Sun and abundant Jupiter make their once-a-year meetup. Nicknamed the Day of Miracles, the Sun-Jupiter conjunction is thought by some astrologers to be one of the most fortunate dates of the year. This cosmic combo inspires courage and daring on their own. With optimistic Jupiter and the strong-willed Sun together in your lucky ninth house, the skies invite you to take a major leap of faith. This transit could bring a chance to travel, publish your work or be part of an exciting startup venture.
And then…things start to get a lot more Virgoan. When the Sun enters Gemini on May 20, you’ll plunk back down to earth and shift into ambitious mode. Ready to translate those lofty daydreams into a master plan? Gemini season gives you the drive and determination to pursue them—with focused intention.
That professional, polished vibe is about to become your “new normal” once Jupiter enters Gemini on May 25. But first, take a moment to nest, rest and bond with your loved ones. On May 23, the full moon in Sagittarius illuminates your domestic fourth house, shining the spotlight on your personal life.
Looking for a new place to live or to change your decor? This full moon could make things official with a move, real estate sale or successful roommate search. The fourth house rules home and family, and your connection with a relative (particularly your mother or a child) could be a central part of events at the Sagittarius full moon.
With the emotional moon in this sensitive part of your chart, strong feelings could come up. And with Venus and Jupiter (loosely) opposing la luna, everything could be amplified to the tenth power. Try as you might to stem the tidal wave of emotion, those tears and truths will come spilling out. Instead of fighting the outpouring, ride the wave as best as you can. Connecting from the heart will actually endear you to people and strengthen your ties.
And then…drumroll…the big moment arrives. On May 25, lucky Jupiter changes signs, moving from Taurus and your free-spirited ninth house into Gemini and your ambitious tenth house of professional achievement until June 9, 2025. Get ready: This could be your most exciting and expansive career cycle in more than a decade!
Since May 16, 2023, Jupiter in Taurus and your risk-taking ninth house has been pushing you to remember that only YOU can shatter the glass ceiling that you’ve placed on your life. You might have surprised yourself by taking big gambles, perhaps on an entrepreneurial or publishing venture. Maybe you left a tried-and-true job for a freelance career. Or you might have quit one gig and decided to travel, exploring temples in Laos or making it your personal mission to try every macaron in Paris. Some Virgos went back to school or did personal growth work that changed your whole perspective on, well, everything. This turn opened up more existential possibilities than you might have even been able to keep up with!
As a steady Virgo, you tend to prefer a bit more certainty, so this adventurous Jupiter cycle may have left you weary—though with a much wider lens on your life’s potential. Now you feel ready to plant your soles on terra firma again. As expansive Jupiter enters Gemini and your traditional tenth house on May 25, you’ll get the stability and structure you crave.
That COULD look like joining like a big corporation with an executive title, first-rate benefits and regular hours—but it doesn’t HAVE to, Virgo. You might remain a freelancer but pare down your offerings to one or two items. You could step into a leadership or management role, or simply start choosing your priorities with a lot more care. The year of experimentation you just finished will give way to an era of expertise.
Or maybe it you take the starry-eyed insights that opened up over the past 12 months and hone them into something concrete, like your own small business that’s based on your core values. Whatever you choose, follow your bliss within established parameters…and you’re sure to soar AND succeed. Streamline, prioritize and crunch some numbers. A plan (and an empire) could be underway!
Since the tenth house rules fathers and men, you could break through an obstacle with your dad or an important guy. It’s time to evolve beyond outmoded parent-child dynamics into a more adult relationship. Male colleagues and mentors could also open doors of opportunity for you.
The last time Jupiter marched through Gemini was June 11, 2012, to June 26, 2013. Look back—you could see themes from that time resurface, especially around future plans and long-term professional objectives. Some of the dreams you deferred could come back around for a second chance. Auspicious Jupiter in this status-boosting sector of your chart could bring fame, a leadership opportunity or long-overdue recognition for all your hard work.
Ready to pack your bags and take your expertise to new vistas? Jupiter rules travel, and you might get a chance to broaden your reach by making stellar contacts abroad and planning overseas workshops or outposts. With generous Jupiter in this high-profile zone, you could also find that you’re the hottest thing on the speaking circuit, traveling to conferences to present your expansive ideas and projects. This is the time to make a name for yourself, Virgo. Stay open to opportunities outside of your comfort zone!
Temperatures: rising! Emotional and sexual intensity gets a serious surge all month long as lusty Mars cruises through Aries and your erotic eighth house until June 9. This particular kind of heat wave only happens every two years, when the red planet visits and turns up the temperature on your passions and urge to merge.
While some Virgos may take this as a green light for some frisky fun, others will feel driven to move into a more permanent arrangement, merging finances, investing in property together, introducing families and integrating more into each other’s lives. Unattached? You could experience a sizzling attraction, possibly from out of the blue, and enjoy the seductive sizzle. Bottom line: All Virgos will want to connect more spiritually and soulfully, the only caveat being to stay on guard for jealousy and possessiveness.
Luckily, some of the obsessiveness will be tempered by the other love planet, Venus, who’s hanging out in Taurus and your adventurous ninth house until May 23. Under this influence, you’re willing to take a chance and share frankly about what’s on your mind and in your heart. If you’re in a relationship, this is a great time to advocate for yourself or bring up something you’ve been repressing.
This outspoken transit can stimulate proactive dialogue, and diplomatic Venus can help you handle the delicate topics with grace. Single? Go ahead and let that person know you’re interested. That might be the key that unlocks everything! Regardless of your status, this is an ideal time for an adventurous getaway since attractive Venus is in your travel zone. When Venus connects with globetrotting and outspoken Jupiter on May 23, you won’t be able to hold back! This no-limits connection, under the light of the full moon, helps you see limitless possibilities in love.
Then, later on May 23, Venus saunters into Gemini and your future-oriented tenth house until June 17. With the cosmic love goddess chirping away in your career and planning zones, you won’t be comfortable keeping things vague. You want to know where something is going and if it has potential to last for the long haul—even if you have to be the one to broach the subject. Again, gentle Venus can help you do that with a lighter touch so it comes across like an invitation, not pressure!
Break out the whiteboard and dry-erase markers! You’re feeling the inspiration of Taurus season, when the Sun in your visionary ninth house is tempting you to drift into blue-sky mode until May 20. While you need to make time for expansive thinking, balance that out with firm deadlines and accomplishments. Do your work with integrity and show up for the important meetings and events—the ones that will keep you gainfully employed AND preserve your sterling reputation.
Go-getter Mars is in Aries and your eighth house of investing and financial collaborations all month. Exciting partnership and growth opportunities could crop up—and with pressure-cooker Mars here, you’ll have the urge to act on them quickly. Conduct due diligence so you can move forward with your eyes wide open.
This month you may feel some stress around a large expense or debt. Remember that necessity is the mother of invention, Virgo. Courageous Mars will motivate you to take a bold risk that could pay off, whether that’s raising your rates, collecting on an overdue payment or requesting that a loan be partially forgiven. On the upside, you could earn a windfall like a bonus or commission.
On May 20, the Sun moves into Gemini and your ambitious tenth house, putting you in buckle-down mode. For the next four weeks, you can make serious headway on a project—and check off a major milestone before you slip into summer vacation mode.
With lucky Jupiter entering Gemini and your ambitious tenth house on May 25, you’re primed for a professional growth phase between now and June 2025. You could take a more serious corporate gig or managerial role or step up to some leadership training. This could be one of the most auspicious career cycles you’ve had since 2013. Be ready!
Love Days: 26, 30
Money Days: 9, 19
Luck Days: 7, 15
Off Days: 5, 14, 28
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