Tempering the Flame for Greater Stability
The Aries energy is coming on fast and strong as we venture into long-term firestarter terrain with Neptune and now Saturn moving into Aries (this month) for a long dance together through 2026.
In the ensuing months, it is worth pursuing what brings you a sense of passion and adventure. Now is not the time to be dull or safe as nothing in consensus reality can be counted on as remaining steady. We are in between worlds with Saturn and Neptune dancing together at the edge of Pisces and the beginning of Aries. This is the mystery place in between and we would do well to follow the promptings toward a new life.
Some exciting news concerning a prominent young woman may appear the first few days of the month when Venus joins Neptune in Aries on the world axis. There is oftentimes glamour or drama attached to this signature but it she/it will be emblematic of the times ahead.
For the rest of us, we get to either witness or experience the need to do our own thing in the house that Aries occupies.
Pluto, our intense transformer planet retrogrades in early Aquarius on May 4th. We are just beginning to understand the contours of this complicated transit in the sign of technology and humanity. As always, when events (if they occur) on the world stage, they are generally of a less savory sort as Pluto, without consciousness, is power hungry and ruthless. In Aquarius, the science fiction energy is quite resonant and perhaps this takes the form of technology breakdowns or interceptions, security issues or aviation incidents.
Saturn moves into Aries alongside Neptune on May 26th and continues the long loose conjunction where solid structures melt or crash into oblivion.
As mentioned previously, the main signaling event of Saturn/Neptune in Aries will occur in Feb 2026 but we are working our way there for some time as the lies and deceptions of Pisces reveal that the person, place or structure is not strong or resilient in any way.
Venus in Aries May 1st and 2nd at 0 degrees World Axis
Venus conjunct Neptune in Aries 1st and 2nd
what new dreams await you?
Venus and Neptune conjoin at the first degree of the zodiac on May 1st and 2nd. This is worth noting because it signals a new visible chapter regarding women, values, and collective desires.
As we leave the last degree of Pisces behind, we also release the visions of the past and are ready to stop navel gazing or procrastinating and start DOING.
Consider where you want to begin anew, what goal are you willing to fight for?
There will be time for this to bear fruit as Venus will connect again with Neptune next March 2026 and this may be when your vision will come into form.
Where are your dreams now leading you?
ARIES - to a new expression of self
TAURUS - to accessing your motivation and drive, hidden forces have your back
GEMINI - to an entirely new social group
CANCER - to developments in your career
LEO - to travels abroad or spiritually within
VIRGO - to greater intimacy or financial support
LIBRA - to a fresh start in your relationship
SCORPIO - to renewed health and vitality
SAGITTARIUS - to potential romance and artistic pursuits
CAPRICORN - to feeling more free at home
AQUARIUS - to building community or new friendships
PISCES - to receiving proper compensation for your work
Pluto retrograde in Aquarius May 4th
taking stock of technology
We are just beginning the 20 year transit of Pluto in Aquarius so it will take us awhile to figure out the many manifestations of this cycle. However, there are some indicators that it will have major effects, particularly around technology and electricity. Spain/Portugal just experienced a major power outage that left many stranded and without communication access.
In the modern world, we are perhaps overly reliant on digital and electrical systems and when something breaks, either through dysfunction or intentional disruption, we can all be left to deal with the issues on our own. What preparedness can we institute so that we can function in a disconnected or powered down world.
Yes, these are sensationalist disasters to prove or indicate a point. Every grid or communication system should have a backup or alternative way of functioning and even if we cannot change the overall scenario, we can build more independence and resilience in our own lives to weather these temporary storms and shutdowns.
Other than specifics, when Pluto stations either retrograde (now) or direct as it will in Oct, we may experience power struggles and this is where we test our mettle.
This May, where could the vagaries of an overburdened system - power grid or social contract or financial - make us take notice?
ARIES - in your use of social media
TAURUS - in your engagement with corporations or bosses
GEMINI - in travel or legal affairs
CANCER - in financial or banking matters
LEO - in communication with spouse or business partner
VIRGO - in daily life interactions
LIBRA - with your children or creative projects
SCORPIO - in your home (Pluto in the 4th house can relate to infestations of any kind)
SAGITTARIUS - in your communication efforts
CAPRICORN - in billing or getting paid
AQUARIUS - you are changing from the inside out, a major
crisis" can put you on a new path
PISCES - in acknowledging that there are hidden cosmic forces at play
For many people, Pluto is solely a transpersonal experience meaning you witness these changes in the population at large. But if you have planets in the early degrees of the fixed signs - Aquarius, Taurus, Leo or Scorpio - you will feel these things directly. This is an evolutionary imperative and one that you agreed to before you incarnated so accept the challenges to making your soul stronger by facing these situations head on. You will be a more authentic and powerful person on the other side.
Venus in Aries trine Mars in Leo mid month
the fires are lit
Venus and Mars in positive aspect are times of inspired creativity. With both planets being in fire, we are dealing with highly combustible but exciting outcomes.
One of the reasons for following astrology is to take advantage of the dynamic times while alternatively gaining perspective during the difficult ones.
The trine is a very easy opportunistic aspect to receive divine downloads of information.
We can easily express creativity here:
ARIES - crafting art that demonstrates you are the brand
TAURUS - creating the emotional security you desire
GEMINI - coordinating a new project with a like-minded tribe
CANCER - making career moves that increase your income
LEO - recognizing that you are a conduit for art and spirituality (great for "channeling" new work)
VIRGO - intimacy breaks down inner walls
LIBRA - you and partner activate a new goal
SCORPIO - you find ways to win at work
SAGITTARIUS - creativity brings you opportunities abroad
CAPRICORN - redesigning home and space for greater intimacy
AQUARIUS - you can discover ways to improve your relationship
PISCES - you find new creative ways to promote your work
Saturn into Aries May 26th
committing to courage and independence
Saturn moves into Aries on the 26th and will travel with its "nemesis" Neptune for the next year. Saturn alone would be possibly aggressive, but linked with Neptune, the natural impetuosity will be tempered.
However, Saturn will break away from Neptune next spring and so it is worthwhile to understand his influence for the ensuing two and 1/2 years.
Saturn relates to responsibility, commitment, maturity and concretization of a goal. In Aries, it is bound to be an entirely new adventure in the house it is travelling through.
We've already gotten a taste of the Aries energy courtesy of the Venus and Mercury retrogrades in the fire sign from March through mid April. This has set the stage to have you either eliminate old goals and relationships or forge new ones.
For many of us older folk, Venus retrograde could have rekindled an old dream that had remained unfulfilled because of life's exigencies.
You may approach projects with more gusto tempered with a bit of discipline and caution. This bodes well for completing your goals, even if at times you may be frustrated by obstacles or delays.
The ongoing conjunction of Saturn/Neptune in Aries makes it possible to actually achieve our budding dreams and so trust that your new interests and passion are leading you to an entirely new life.
Where will you feel committed to long-term growth?
ARIES - a new conception/presentation of self, you can step into your power now, (all Aries have a chance to become leaders in this new world)
TAURUS - you are ready to tackle fears and karmic patterns, a new relationship with source
GEMINI - in developing new communities online or in real life
CANCER - in building your business or career reputation
LEO - in expanding your mind through travel and philosophical pursuits
VIRGO - in straightening out your finances or investments
LIBRA - in entering the next stage of your relationship
SCORPIO - establishing new health and lifestyle routines
SAGITTARIUS - expressing your artistic or romantic intentions
CAPRICORN - redesigning your home life
AQUARIUS -acquiring new knowledge and communication techniques
PISCES - focusing on finances and building your business
Now, Saturn's energy is sometimes depressing and disappointing, particularly when we realize we have reached the end of the line regarding a person or life goal. You are either meant to change the dynamic with that person or thing or exit the situation. This happens in increments of 7 i.e. 7, 14, 21, 28 years. So you may be questioning whether to continue forward or walk away from outworn situations.
Saturn always asks us to take responsibility and face reality and if we do so, we are supported in building a stronger and more solid foundation in new or recommitted arenas.
And society at large will be experiencing this "demolition of old dreams" and the building of a new life because the Saturn/Neptune conjunction on the World Axis in February 2026 will bring this energy to the world stage. EVERYONE will feel the need to leave the old behind and consider a new path forward.
"Courage" and "action" are the watchwords of these coming times so get acclimatized to a decade of redesigning culture and your place in the world.
It's all part of the journey of bringing humanity closer to a dream/reality of spiritual mastery! The energy's going to happen so you might as well enjoy the ride!