Subject: Weekly Astrology Update


Dear Stargazers,


As the Sun moves out of the industrious sign of Taurus and into the sociable sign of Gemini, many of you may feel inspired to catch up with friends and loved ones.


And that's not the only shift in store for you this week. You can also expect a change in focus when Mercury retrogrades into Taurus on May 23. How it will influence you? It's all below, as well as a few announcements!

WEEKLY FORECAST FOR MAY 16 -22
All dates are given in the Eastern Time Zone.


Planetary Activity


May 20: Sun enters Gemini

May 22: Mercury Rx enters Taurus

 

Best Days: While there are other days during this time frame that are fine, these are the best of the bunch. What do I mean by the best? The energy is flowing, the moon isn't void and there's a greater likelihood for happy and/or productive outcomes.


May 19


Best Avoided: The energies on these days aren't favorable for new ventures or any activity where you want or need a definite result. If you must schedule something, you may have to think on your feet, or there may be a need for patience or flexibility.


May 18


Notable Aspects


May. 18: Mars conjunct Neptune


If you feel inexplicably tired today, the odds are high that you're feeling this influence. Even if you don't feel it on a truly physical level, you're likely to put a chore or task off until another day. On a different note, this energy can stimulate your imagination and/or your interest in spiritual matters.


May. 19: Sun trine Pluto • Mercury Rx sextile Jupiter


If you're mindful of Mercury retrograde, you can make an excellent impression on others today, because the combination of these influences will help you express yourself clearly and with authority.


May. 21: Mercury Rx conjunct the Sun


This influence is typically favorable for travel, business and all kinds of communications, and if you reach out to others today to seek their assistance in some matter, it's likely they'll agree to help you. However,since Mercury is retrograde, you will still need to double check reservations, confirm details and pay close attention to conversations to avoid misunderstandings.


May. 22: Mars sextile Pluto


Although you're likely to feel more ambitious today, your attitude lacks the hard edge that can provoke opposition. This energy can be very productive for goal setting, and if you already have a definite plan or goal in mind, this influence can help you gain supporters.

MEDIA & PODCAST NEWS


Given the imminent lunar eclipse in the transformative sign of Scorpio, it seems like a perfect time to announce that I'm one of the 20+ wellness experts offering rejuvenative wisdom in the reinvention-themed Spring '22 edition of Tracy Anderson Magazine.


From Aries to Pisces, I offer insight into each sign's potential for personal growth and the steps one can take in the coming months to accelerate the transformational process.

And since Mercury is retrograde, it also seems fitting to announce my Shortcut to the Soul podcast will be returning to YouTube, iTune and a host of other platforms in June. I've already recorded a few interviews with guests on a variety of topics, and I'll be continuing to record more of them during the coming weeks.

TRANSITING SUN ENTERS GEMINI


At exactly 9:23 PM on May 20, the transiting Sun enters Gemini, which means it's time to wish everyone born under the sign of the Twins a brilliant solar return. With your friendly nature, quick wit and extraordinary gift of gab, it's easy to see why you're one of the most popular signs in the zodiac!

MERCURY RETROGRADE IN TAURUS

May 23 - June 2


On May 23, Mercury retrogrades back into Taurus, at which time its reflective nature will be focused on finances, material resources, values and self-worth.


When it comes to finances, reviewing one's income, spending patterns and saving plans is an obvious starting point.


Given the current rate of inflation, not only is this cycle a timely one, but it can be very helpful if you need to review your budget, become an active comparison shopper and research ways to make your money go further.


Of course, money isn't t the only resource ruled by the Bull. It also rules over our values, which includes how much we value ourselves. Since our self-esteem is tied to how much we feel we deserve, it has an influence on how much we believe we can receive in good times as well as in bad. On that note, this cycle may find some of you reconsidering your sense of self-worth and if you find it falls short, reevaluating what you can do to improve it.


On a more personal level, the house where Mercury is moving backwards in your chart describes life areas that are up for review in your life.


If you don't know where Mercury in Gemini is retrograding in your horoscope, you can use the list below to see where it is in your solar (sun-sign based) horoscope.


If your Sun sign is:


Aries, Mercury is retrograding in your 2nd house (income, spending, personal values, self-esteem, tangible assets).

Taurus, Mercury is retrograding in your 1st house (your physical body, attitude towards life).

Gemini, Mercury is retrograding in your 12th house (spirituality, creativity, mental health, addictions).

Cancer, Mercury is retrograding in your 11th house (groups, associations, hopes, casual friends, colleagues).

Leo, Mercury is retrograding in your 10th house (career, fame, status, reputation).

Virgo, Mercury is retrograding in your 9th house (education, law, religion, foreign and long-distance travel, publishing).

Libra, Mercury is retrograding in your 8th house (intimacy, shared resources, other people's support, birth, death, estate matters).

Scorpio, Mercury is retrograding in your 7th house (marriage and all one-to-one relationships including best friends, adversaries, business partners and clients).

Sagittarius, Mercury is retrograding in your 6th house (health, work, pets, diet, nutrition).

Capricorn, Mercury is retrograding in your 5th house (romance, children, creative self-expression, entertainment).

Aquarius, Mercury is retrograding in your 4th house (home, family, real estate, parents).

Pisces, Mercury is retrograding in your solar 3rd house (siblings, neighbors, short trips, cars, contracts, negotiations).

 Until next week,


May Jupiter's blessings be your constant companion,


Debra Anne Clement

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