Astrology Forecast: May 5th – May 12th, 2025
Pluto Retrograde, Scorpio Full Moon & Healing Conversations—A Week of Depth and Awakening
Hello, astrology and tarot friends! Here's your astrology forecast for the week of May 5th through May 12th. There's a lot going on in the skies—harmonious aspects, transformative Pluto energy, and an emotionally intense full moon. Let's dive in!
May 5: Mercury Sextile Jupiter
Today, we have a harmonious sextile between Mercury in Aries and Jupiter in Gemini. Mercury rules communication—spoken and written—while Jupiter brings expansion, growth, and big dreams.
Mercury in fiery Aries wants to speak boldly. This is a great day (and it carries into yesterday and tomorrow) to promote your ideas and speak passionately.
May 6: Venus Sextile Pluto
From May 6 to May 7, we experience a sextile between Venus in Aries and Pluto in Aquarius, both at 3°. This energy supports passion in love, financial confidence, and evolution in close relationships.
Venus represents love and finances, while Pluto brings depth and transformation. Venus sextile Pluto may bring bold, confident shifts in personal and financial areas.
May 4–5: Pluto Stations Retrograde
Over the weekend, on May 4, Pluto stationed retrograde at 3° Aquarius. If you have personal planets in Aquarius, Leo, Scorpio, or Taurus between 1°–3°, you’ll feel this deeply. Pluto initiates transformation, often through intensity or even discomfort.
Pluto brings hidden truths to light and forces evolution. If you're experiencing Pluto transits, know that you are being called into your authentic, empowered self. Don’t ignore the red flags—transformation is underway.
May 7: Mercury Conjunct Venus and Chiron
On May 7, Mercury conjoins Venus and Chiron, all at 24° Aries. This conjunction links communication with vulnerability and healing. It's an opportunity for healing words, bold conversations, or even emotional breakthroughs.
Be mindful—Aries can be impulsive or even aggressive in tone. But when used consciously, this energy is perfect for speaking with healing intent.
May 10: Mercury Enters Taurus
On May 10, Mercury moves into Taurus, shifting communication from bold and fast to grounded, sensual, and practical. Taurus loves the beauty of nature, comfort, and all things Venusian. Expect a slowdown in communication—but also a deeper appreciation for thoughtful, deliberate expression.
May 12: Full Moon in Scorpio at 22°
We end the week with a powerful full moon in Scorpio at 22°, opposing the Sun and Uranus in Taurus. This lunation may bring sudden shifts, emotional intensity, and transformation.
With Mercury squaring Mars, and Mars opposing Pluto, this full moon stirs up powerful emotions and potential conflict. Verbal arguments and assertiveness may spike—but if used constructively, these aspects can fuel clarity and change.
Sabian Symbol: A Rabbit Metamorphosed into a Fairy
The Sabian Symbol for this full moon (22° Scorpio) is:
“A rabbit metamorphosed into a fairy (or nature spirit).” — Linda Hill
This symbol speaks to evolution, spiritual transformation, and rising above basic instincts. It reflects the Plutonian theme of this lunation—moving from earthly concerns into higher, more magical awareness.
Bonus Tip: Look Up Your Sabian Symbols
The Sabian Symbols are channeled images for each zodiac degree, offering symbolic insights. If you have a planet at 22° Scorpio, check the 23rd degree for the related Sabian image.
When reading for clients, I often refer to the Sabian Symbol for the most recent secondary progressed new moon in their chart—it offers deep, personal insight into their current spiritual path.
For example, my progressed new moon occurred at 4° or 5° Sagittarius, and the symbol was "An owl alone on a branch." It resonated deeply with my personal journey at the time.
Looking Ahead: Eris–Chiron Conjunction
Later this month, we have a significant Eris–Chiron conjunction at 25° Aries. This is especially meaningful for me, as it hits my Sun/Moon midpoint, which represents our internal marriage and often relates to health and close relationships.
I’ll share more on this in a future post—stay tuned!
Wishing You a Powerful Week
May this week bring you insight, healing, and transformation. Embrace the intensity, and let Pluto guide you toward authenticity.
I’ll be back soon to dive deeper into the Eris–Chiron energies. Until then, take care and honor the wisdom of the cosmos.