May 2024 will be a month to remember.
May features a triple Venus-Uranus-Jupiter conjunction at the very end of Taurus, a Jupiter-Neptune sextile, an auspicious New Moon in Taurus, and an adventurous and joy-filled Full Moon in Sagittarius – to name just a few of the celestial highlights.
These are 5-star transits that promise unexpected opportunities and a surge of optimism and excitement. The energy will be electrifying!
In the first half of the month, Taurus energy is at its peak! Half of the planets in the sky are concentrated in this sign of the zodiac, activating primarily the last 10 degrees (3rd decan) of Taurus.
Later in the month, the atmosphere changes dramatically. First, the Sun, and then Jupiter move into Gemini.
Jupiter’s ingress into Gemini is one of the most important transits of the year. With Jupiter changing signs only once a year, this shift will redirect our focus to a different area of our lives.
What used to be top of mind when Jupiter was in Taurus will no longer take center stage as the attention shifts to the Gemini sector of our chart, shifting our attention to communication, learning, and intellectual pursuits.
Now that you’ve come up with an inspiring vision with Jupiter (and Uranus) in Taurus, it’s time to articulate it and share it with others.
But let’s take a look at the most important transits of the month:
May 3rd, 2024 – Pluto Goes Retrograde
On May 3rd, 2024 Pluto starts its annual retrograde motion at 2° Aquarius.
Around May 3rd, 2024 (plus or minus one week), Plutonic themes like transformation, power struggles, and psychological depth will be intensified. If you have planets around 1-3° in fixed signs (Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius), this retrograde will speak to you directly.
Pluto will be retrograde until October 12th, 2024, and in September, it will slip back into Capricorn. This is the last time – the very last time – we will have Pluto in Capricorn.
In November 2024, when Pluto moves into Aquarius for good, we will be officially done with the 20-year Pluto in Capricorn transit, and the transformative themes that have been stirred in our lives will begin to shift.
May 8th, 2024 – New Moon In Taurus
On May 8th, 2024 we have a New Moon at 18° Taurus. The New Moon is part of a conjunction-stellium with Venus, Jupiter and Uranus.
This is potent! The New Moon will activate the promise of the Jupiter-Uranus conjunction. The involvement of personal planets like the Sun, Moon and Venus makes things personal. Something important, something you couldn’t fully grasp before, will become obvious to you.
The New Moon is also sextile Saturn in Pisces, providing the necessary foundations and support to make our dreams come true. Both Taurus and Saturn think long-term; they take their time to create something of essence, something that can withstand the test of time.
The seed that you will plant at the New Moon will eventually bloom into tangible accomplishments with lasting impact. This is bigger than you may realize!
May 15th, 2024 – Mercury Enters Taurus
On May 15th, 2024, Mercury enters Taurus. Mercury is still processing ‘what the hell just happened’ after spending a couple of months in Aries, retrograde AND conjunct Chiron.
What did the insights gained during Mercury conjunct Chiron in Aries reveal about yourself and your inner narrative? Now it’s time to lick our wounds, integrate the lessons learned, and move on.
Our self-worth (Taurus) is a direct reflection of our sense of identity and self-acceptance (Aries). When we heal our identity, when we accept ourselves for who we are, and embrace our strengths and vulnerabilities, our self-worth naturally improves. Yes, we are worth it!
May 18th, 2024 – Sun Conjunct Jupiter
On May 18th, 2024, Sun is conjunct Jupiter at 28° Taurus.
The Sun is who we are, and Jupiter is our faith, beliefs, and optimism.
Jupiter plays a very important role in the development of our psyche. If you don’t believe in yourself, you won’t go further, you won’t do much.
We all need Jupiter in our life, we all need something to believe in.
Imagine a world without Jupiter. A world where Saturn is the biggest planet. Imagine a world where every little step comes with doubt, with disbelief. How much progress do you think is possible?
Jupiter fuels us with the faith and optimism that growth and progress are indeed possible. When Sun is conjunct Jupiter, put your metaphorical Superman or Wonder Woman suit on. What would this alter ego pursue?
May 18th, 2024 – Venus Conjunct Uranus
On May 18th, 2024, Venus is conjunct Uranus at 23° Taurus. Venus conjunct Uranus is the “my heart skipped a beat” transit: your heart might skip a beat either because you’re frightened, surprised, or because you’re very very excited.
With Uranus, you never know. Whatever it is that grabs your attention, it’s sourced in the higher intelligence of the universe (Uranus). It’s the real thing!
Some surprise encounters and opportunities may set you on an exciting, new path.
Say YES!
May 20th, 2024 – Mars Conjunct North Node
On May 20th, 2024, Mars conjunct the North Node at 14° Aries.
Every other year, Mars and North Node remind us of our purpose, indicating how far – or how close – we are to fulfilling who we’re meant to be.
This transit may not provide a clear “how-to” guide, but it will awaken something within you. Pay attention to what inspires you, what draws you in. “Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors where there were only walls.” – Joseph Campbell
May 20th, 2024 – Sun Enters Gemini
On May 20th, 2024, Sun enters Gemini. Happy birthday to all Geminis out there!
For you and everyone else, this is that time of the year to be a bit more like a Gemini – curious, open-minded, and cross-pollinate ideas, reflections, and insights.
May 23rd, 2024 – Venus Conjunct Jupiter
On May 23rd, 2024, Venus is conjunct Jupiter at 29° Taurus. Is there such a thing as too much of a good thing? This time, yes! This is THE transit to indulge in luxury, celebrate abundance, and bask in the pleasures of life.
May 23rd, 2024 – Full Moon In Sagittarius
On May 23rd, 2024, we have a Full Moon at 2° Sagittarius. The Full Moon is sextile Pluto (at 2° Aquarius), trine Neptune and opposite Jupiter. The ruler of the Full Moon, Jupiter is having the time of his life: Jupiter is conjunct Venus and sextile Neptune; the world is indeed an oyster!
The Full Moon in Sagittarius is a time for magic manifestations, celebrations, cultural immersions, and joy-filled adventures. “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page.” – Saint Augustine.
We are talking not only about literal travel, but about traveling with the mind’s eye. About going on a different route to work. About trying an exotic dish. Adventure is a state of mind, it’s about our willingness to stay open and be in awe of the beauty and richness of life.
May 24th, 2024 – Jupiter Sextile Neptune
On May 24th, 2024, Jupiter (at 29° Taurus) is sextile Neptune (at 29° Pisces).
Dreams, rainbows, and unicorns? Jupiter and Neptune are the most idealistic planets, so when the two form an auspicious aspect like this sextile, it can bring artistic inspiration, imagination, and spiritual connection.
That being said, a sextile is a soft aspect that sometimes goes unnoticed, especially if none of the 2 planets trigger your chart in major ways.
However, considering the bigger picture: the conjunction with Venus, the Full Moon in Sagittarius which activates the sextile, this time we can expect to experience the magic of this aspect in more tangible, meaningful ways.
May 25th, 2024 – Jupiter Enters Gemini
On May 25th, 2024, Jupiter enters Gemini.
Jupiter’s ingress into Gemini will be quite a noticeable shift! Gemini is VERY different from Taurus, so Jupiter in Gemini will bring a very different energy compared to Jupiter in Taurus.
Gemini is a social, communicative sign; Jupiter, too, thrives in social environments and values networking and exchanging ideas. With Jupiter in Gemini, expect a boom of all things social.
Immediately after moving into Gemini, Jupiter forms an auspicious trine with Pluto in Aquarius, bringing the best out of the two energies: expansive communication (Jupiter in Gemini) for social impact (Pluto in Aquarius); generous (Jupiter) friends and communities (Pluto in Aquarius).
Time to get out of the house, go to networking events and meet new people.
I will write an in-depth article about Jupiter in Gemini in the next couple of weeks – stay tuned!
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