Grab Love by the Horns
Your New Lustorascope Is Here!
It’s Taurus time and love is on the menu! As the most sensual sign, Tauruses have a leg up on this process (pardon the visual), but everyone will experience an irresistible romantic charge when Venus (love planet supreme) hooks up with Neptune (planet of dreams) in early May, a meetup that’s been 14 years in the making. But that’s not all, we hope you’re rested and ready for round two when there’s a full moon in Scorpio on May 12. A Scorpio full moon happening in Taurus season is the cosmic equivalent of an unstoppable, sensual force meeting an irresistible, sexual object—due to Scorpio being the most intense and passionate of all the zodiac signs.
As for slightly less raunchy stellar happenings, there’s Pluto’s retrograde on May 4, which should result in a release of long-buried emotions and compulsions rising up to the surface… wait, no, that sounds pretty revved up too. With all the signs pointing to yes, we MAY as well go with the flow!
Aries (March 21 – April 19)
A Chance for Romance
Whether you’re on the dating scene or already in a relationship, expect things to heat up considerably when Venus makes a comeback appearance in Aries on the last day of April. No matter what life and love throws at you, you’ll already have the energy to deal with it thanks to the movement of Mars, your planeta numero uno, charging you up. Just keep in mind that Mars’ warlike nature might have you coming off a bit prickly unless you can keep your temper in check and let petty annoyances roll off your back. Speaking of petty annoyances, there may just be a surprising expense later in May, an appliance or handy-dandy gadget is about to konk out, so set aside some scratch to cover the replacement!
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)
Mixing Business with Pleasure
It’s your birthday, babe, so let’s take a peek at your presents: Expect to feel especially tenacious in your workplaces, the urge to excel will be undeniable and the opportunity to do just that is due to reveal itself alongside the new moon on April 27. A mouth-watering biz opportunity is headed your way and should pop up alongside the lunar renewal, though you might be biting off more than you can chew—time for a teammate to help carry the load. But be forewarned that there is a planetary conspiracy in the works that may cause your partnership to take a turn for the bow-chicka-wow-wow when that Scorpio full moon reveals its spicy self. Venus will have finished its retrograde by then and Uranus (planet of surprises) will be active in your sign, so the writing’s on the wall, and when it comes to the genre of said writing, we’re calling it “rest stop bathroom.”
Gemini (May 21 – June 20)
Rest and Reset, Gemini
Your birthday is still a little ways off, but your body is taking the time now to hibernate and prepare for the big day. Your waking hours will be devoted to the pursuit of knowledge as you take big strides and adopt new skills, perhaps learning a new language in advance of a birthday vacay? While it’s true that the near future will be cozy and recuperative (read: lazy), you’ll be doing some serious mental calisthenics the entire time. Once you’re ready to emerge, everyone is bound to be amazed by your impressive insights, and it’s all thanks to your planet, Mercury, entering Taurus—that’s right, Mercury isn’t just about communication, it’s also the planet of intellect and rationality. Look at you, smartypants!
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)
Money Matters, Cancer
Tax season has come and gone, but your financial footprint is still top of mind. You’ll find yourself asking a lot of big money Qs and searching like mad for the As. One thing’s for sure, you need a fresh injection to your cash flow to get out from under. That might mean buckling down on your spending (boring!) or maybe activating that side hustle in a major way. The bonus is that you’ve got a major player in your corner by the name of Neptune. Neptune is entering your career sector and it just so happens to be the planet of intuition and imagination, so if there’s a way to squeeze a few extra bucks out of your work situation, Neptune is gonna help you find it. All that said, you should still carve out some time for fun with friends, especially if they’re buying!
Leo (July 23 – August 22)
Leo’s Gettin’ It Done
Your productivity is soaring through the roof due to a two-month visit from Mars that recently kicked off. We’re talking immaculate inbox, laundry on lock, dusting dusted, the whole shebang. As far as houseguests go, you could absolutely do a lot worse than the red planet. Enjoy the efficiency while it lasts because Mars only comes through this part of town once every two years, so make a list of everything you need done and start knocking ‘em off one by one. Don’t delay, once June 17 rolls around, Mars will pack its bags and get back on the road, time is ticking away…
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)
Vacation, All You Ever Wanted...
It’s Taurus time for one and all and if you're a Virgo that means hit the road because the bull governs your travel sector. You’re typically the rational one in any situation, but it would do you a world of good to experience some new, unpredictable flavors and locales. While you’re trying new things, it might be a good time to embrace your mystical side (and yes, you actually do have one) as your destiny takes the road less traveled, at least in terms of your career. Things at work are about to get a little funky, but in a good way, and it’s up to you to create your own Virgo version of what that looks like.
Libra (September 23 – October 22)
Time to Mingle, Libra
Your workplace drama has now stabilized in a very on-brand Libra way, which is fab. Let’s celebrate! You’re a social animal at heart so get out there and paint the town red. Expect to expand your social circle considerably, making new acquaintances will be easier than ever due to Mars jumpstarting your friendship sector. Deeper, romantic relationships are on the upswing as well thanks to Venus moving into your relationship sector. Basically, you’ve hit the jackpot on the cosmic slots when it comes to connecting with people. Collect your winnings!
Scorpio (October 23 – November 21)
Focus on Work, Scorpio
Now’s the most fortuitous time to focus on your career due to a two-month visit from Mars, the planet of action, drive, and straight up gumption. There’s no time like the present to kick ass, take names, wrap up lingering projects, and deal with all the annoying things you’ve been putting off. If that doesn’t sound remotely exciting, there’s a remedy for that on the way when the new moon delivers a legit intriguing career opportunity to your doorstep. Think carefully about the next steps that you take. It’s a big decision, but after a few weeks, the full moon will arrive and the choice will be crystal clear.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)
Take a Trip, Sagittarius
Your homebody days are over. The movements of Mars will shape your passions for the coming days and the first stop on that journey is a vacation and the new moon on April 27 is the perfect time to plan one. But hey, not every Sagittarius has the dough laying around to bring their travel dreams to life. If that sounds like your particular variety, cleaning your house within an inch of its life will help your environs to feel exciting and new. One step beyond Mars is Jupiter and there’s an exciting overlap between the jovian giant and the lunar nodes (the parts of the moon’s orbit that intersect Earth’s orbit) which will bring fateful, destiny-shaped ramifications and in your case, an important person that’s due to cross your path. Whether they’re an inspirational mentor or a romantic partner is up to you!
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)
Capricorn, Employee of the Month
You’ve been working your butt off around the office but your impressive efforts won’t escape notice this time, in fact you’ll be recognized and honored for all of your hard work. It’ll be very handy to have this accomplishment a matter of public record, because the perfect day is coming for you to ask for a well-deserved raise: It’s May 20th, the day when your planet, Saturn, lines up with Taurus. All this said, don’t forget to maintain your work-life balance! In the life half of that equation, you’ll meet some people from outside your normal social circle—friends, lovers, you name it. Despite your differences, keep an open mind and it’ll pay off big time.
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)
You Read My Mind, Aquarius
This is not something that comes around that often, but you’re about to enter a very perceptive time in your life, like, if there was going to be a moment for you to launch your own Psychic Friends Network, it’s now. This is thanks to some extra lunar insight and that of your fave planet, Uranus, which enables you to bring your silliest, most unbelievable ideas to life. Swat away any dishonest characters that would dare to cross your path and try to pull a fast one. Uncover the answers to deep mysteries that have been plaguing your personal life. Make a big ol’ mess and know that you are righteous! This will likely result in some seismic changes to your current home and relationship situation, but it’ll all work out in the end, as miraculous as that sounds.
Pisces (February 19 – March 20)
Practice Self Care
It’s been a crazy couple of months in Piscesland, but things are about to calm down with some relaxing rewards on the way once Venus waltzes into your money sector. Remember that thing in Monopoly where you get a card that says, “bank error in your favor, collect $200”? This is the energy you’ll be channeling and that extra dough will allow you to splurge a little (have we mentioned that we sell jewelry lately?). Spend the rest of Taurus season catching up on your beauty sleep, analyzing your dreams, and addressing your mental health needs (and yes, that means more shopping, the shopping we mentioned before was not enough shopping).
