For the New Moon in Taurus for your sign (or natal house if you know it):
Aries
(2nd House) For Aries, the New Moon in Taurus is a time in which you are being asked to redefine your self-worth. But perhaps more importantly it is a time to consider what might make yourself and your life more stable, more secure, more safe and reliable. When thinking about this idea of self-worth, it helps to examine all of your resources. That does include your material resources, but also your own innate strengths, skills and personal assets, some of which you may have been taking for granted. On Monday, your ruling planet Mars enters Taurus, asking you to take action. But first to lay down your arms, and your defenses, and reassess your priorities. With Mars moving through the traffic that had been invading your sign recently, you may have become aware of some new developments that could be changing those priorities. Now that Mars is entering Taurus it’s time to not only process, but figure out how you are going to approach these new developments. And what you are going to do about them. Keep it simple. But also keep it real. The focus for the next 6 weeks is about creating a plan for greater security that will allow you to find the safety, support and emotional healing that will most benefit you in the foreseeable future. You can begin with reminding yourself with the New Moon in Taurus, that: “I am worthy of the bounty that the natural world has to offer.”
Taurus
(1st House) If you were to describe yourself, what would you say? How do you think you are seen, vs. how you would wish to be seen by others? Someone who is kind? Someone who is generous? Someone who did the right thing? Someone who shows up? These are the sorts of questions that can arise with a New Moon in your own sign. This annual Moon in Taurus is your yearly reboot, bringing with it, a sense of renewal. Those Taurus people born between 23-28º of Taurus (or May 14th-18th) will be most sensitive to this Moon, although all of Taurus-kind can benefit from the understanding and self-awareness that can arise with the New Moon in your sign. And if you were to invest in yourself for the year ahead, what would be the top priorities that you would like to focus on? What are those things that have brought the deepest meaning to you over the past year, and perhaps even longer than that? The New Moon affords you the ability to further commit to these, as well as to consider what new direction you might want to go. Mars entering your sign on Monday is a green light to proceed with certain initiatives and following through with any plans that had been percolating behind the scenes. Create your own priority wish list, then go out and see what you can do to make it a closer reality A good affirmation for the New Moon on Saturday might be: Knowing what my true priorities are, is key to understanding who I am, and where I need to go.
Gemini
(12th House) In order to gain the most benefit from the New Moon in Taurus on May 16th, you will want to tie up all the loose ends of your life so that you can have some time of your own, away from all the hubbub and busy-ness. This will take you out of the strain of all the doing, and into the peace that follows. You don’t have to go very far to find that place where you can be alone with yourself and your own mind. It’s closer at hand than you think. It is time to connect to Spirit, to Conscience, to your own inner and hidden world. Doing so can unleash all sorts of creative ideas, unearth long lost gifts, and invest deeper meaning and value to all that you do. And know that you really don’t need to ‘do’ very much with this New Moon, except pay attention to where your intuition and deepest heart-felt yearnings are leading you. The sign Taurus, for Gemini, is a sign of hidden gifts, hidden advantages, and the unseen things that go on behind the scenes when you are alone with your thoughts. This is a Moon that for you dwells in these hidden realms. A realm that can also bring a much needed feeling of profound peace and security, away from the turmoils of the world. A good intention for the New Moon might be: May I find that sacred place that will bring me a profound feeling of inner peace and serenity. Going within this weekend, reflecting on the past, connecting with self can be really helpful, for shortly after the New Moon, Mercury enters Gemini on Monday where it joins forces with Uranus at that sacred but unpredictable bending between the Nodes of the Moon. The New Moon helps to prepare you for any unexpected shifts. Let it be your anchor.
Cancer
(11th House) The New Moon in Taurus on Saturday, May 16th, is asking you to look at the ways that you can make what was once only a wistful dream, into a closer and more achievable reality. This may involve teaming up with a group, or perhaps collaborating with others on a project. One thing that may become more apparent, is that in in order to achieve certain goals, you can get so much more accomplished when you join forces with others, than you possibly could on your own. And through the encouragement of friends, or a group or network that you are affiliated with, you could be feeling a lot more motivated to do so. Taurus is your wishing sign. And not only do you have a New Moon in this sign, but Mars will also enter Taurus on Monday. The New Moon inTaurus is also about allowing yourself to have pleasurable moments in your life. Not only does Mars enter Taurus on Monday, but Venus, the ruling planet of Taurus will be entering Cancer that same day, asking you to be open to receiving, feeling good, and knowing what it means to feel satisfied. Do take some time out this weekend to connect with your highest ideals, priorities, hopes and wishes, towards which you would like to aspire. And then see what you need to do on your end, that will help you to make your wishes come true. A good intention for this New Moon might be: If this dream is meant to be for me, may the best possible circumstances arise to see it fulfilled.
Leo
(10th House) Have goals? Things you want to achieve? Use the New Moon in Taurus on Saturday to seed the intention to have those goals and achievements succeed. New Moons are times of new beginnings and potential. And things that we initiate with a New Moon has a greater capacity to grow. Therefore this period right after the New Moon is great for starting new projects, beginning a new job, or going in a new direction, as it is more likely to gain some sort of momentum. Leo places a certain value in what they do. And gaining even a bit of attention brings much needed confirmation that others find value in what you do as well. Know that Mars also entering Taurus on Monday can bring you the courage, audacity and motivation to see initiatives through to their completion. With the Sun approaching the bending of the Nodes, as well as Mars in Taurus sextile the North Node, sudden changes and events will either bring adjustments or confirmation as to whether or not you are indeed on the right path. The New Moon in Taurus can help you to realize what that path might be. Either way, be open to what you are being shown. Even if it is not necessarily what you originally anticipated. Some good intentions for the New Moon on Sunday might be: May I be led to realize my life’s path and purpose. Or: I want to see all obstacles to prosperity and success lifted from me.
Virgo
(9th House) The New Moon in Taurus is asking you to look forward to the future and its possibilities. Is there something more that still needs to be done to secure your future ambitions and goals? Is there something more that you are needing to know? Be prepared, for right after the New Moon, Mercury, which is dancing with the New Moon in Taurus, will enter Gemini. This could be important, for there’s no telling what will be disclosed when Mercury collaborates with Uranus at the bending of the Nodes. New information. A surprising twist of events that could change the picture. So be flexible, without sacrificing the things that are truly most important to you. It’s okay to make happiness, beauty and comfort priorities. Just know that sometimes we are asked to step outside of our comfort zones in order to take advantage of new possibilities. Therefore stop and think with the New Moon in Taurus: What are those things that feed your soul, and make you feel whole, healed and perhaps even larger than life? What are those things worth sacrificing for? In the mean time you are being asked to connect with those people and things that ground, heal and nurture you. The New Moon earth energy can be tremendously healing to both body and mind. In this vein, a good intention to make with the New Moon in Taurus on Saturday might be: May I find fulfillment and healing in the life-giving abundance that nature has to offer.
Libra
(8th House) The New Moon in Taurus each year, is often a time to clear the books and balance the ledger sheets of your life. That can include paying off debts, following through with promises to others, as well as promises you have made to yourself. It can also be a time to reassess whether or not your needs are being met through others. And if not, what are you missing? What have you been neglecting to ask for, either from others or yourself. Taurus is a sign that craves assurance, safety and security. The New Moon in Taurus is asking you to be open to receiving, both from others, but also from the Universe at large. In order to do this well you need to believe that you are worth investing in. People may not have been particularly reliable in the past, but this is changing. If you’ve been hoping to follow through with a new business venture, apply for a new job, or create a financial plan that can breathe new life into your current investments, make the intention to do so with the New Moon in Taurus. Also know that it is possible that there might be new information forthcoming that could change the picture suddenly and inexplicably over the next few weeks. Nonetheless, New Moons are about new beginnings filled with potential. Therefore plant those seeds that you would like to see further grow and be brought to fruition. A good intention to seed with the New Moon on Saturday might be: I want to see all obstacles to prosperity and receiving, lifted from me.
Scorpio
(7th House) New Moons bring a surge of fresh new energy. Just the sort of energy and inspiration to get things moving. This will be all the more so when Mars enters Taurus on Monday. The Taurus New Moon is especially helpful for new beginnings that include others: partnerships, collaborations, agreements, and making an impression. If you’ve been wanting to make some sort of declaration or promise, or even go on an interview, the New Moon in Taurus is a good moon to set the intention to do so. The only issue to watch for, is that with Mars entering Taurus on Monday, people can sometimes feel adversarial and pushy. However, as Mars first enters Taurus, due to an interesting confluence of aspects, it can also be incredibly inspiring. And through the agency of others, or due to outside circumstances, you could even be led precisely where you need to be. There is something magical and meaningful wending its way through our lives over the next few weeks. All we have to do is be open to where we are being led, whether that be by the other people in our lives, or some higher power. The New Moon in Taurus is always fertile ground in which to plant seeds of intention. Some possible intentions to sow with this Moon might be: May I be open to being led precisely where I need to be in order to realize my purpose and destiny.
Sagittarius
(6th House) New Moons are times of New Beginnings, ripe for planting new seeds, or starting new initiatives. The New Moon in Taurus on Saturday is a good Moon for Sagittarius to begin any sort of health initiative, or make a new beginning at or concerning the work that you do. This can include any service that you can offer to others. The more you value what you have to offer, the more valued it will be to others as well. Much of your self-confidence is found in a job well done. As the New Moon is a phase of new beginnings this can be a good time to initiate new projects, a new job, a new health program, or anything that supports your over all wellbeing. Even small changes in your routines have the ability to increase your energy and open you up to new creative ideas. All the more so, as both Mercury and then the Sun enter Gemini soon after the New Moon where all sorts of changes are on the verge of happening. Do consider including things like getting out in nature, even adding some outdoor walks or ventures into your daily routines. Or perhaps looking into your local farms or farmer’s markets for healthy ideas for meals and mean planning. The New Moon in Taurus aims to steer you towards those people, places and things that will support your wellbeing, and show you new ways to improve who you are and what you do. A good affirmation for the New Moon on Saturday might be: I deserve a healthy, happy and productive life, and will do what I can to see that fulfilled.
Capricorn
(5th House) The New Moon in Taurus serves as something of an oasis. Kind of like a betwixt and between hiatus. Things are likely to speed up over the next few weeks. Perhaps even before we enter Gemini season. But at least this weekend, once you have things all organized and in their place the New Moon on Saturday is asking you to take something of a break. Do things that just feel good. Things that feed your senses, and allows you to unwind. Taurus is a sign that aims to feed the senses, and immerse you in some sort of uncharacteristic self-indulgence. These can be shared with loved ones. Or include affairs of the heart. If you have children, this is when you celebrate them, finding pride in their achievements and relishing all the news, events and milestones that they are now reaching. But perhaps more importantly, this is when you are being asked to bask in your own glory. Use the momentum of the New Moon to achieve personal bests, to show off what you are capable of doing, and let the world know that you are here. The New Moon is shining a light on you, as well as lighting up your heart. And for those Capricorns that are involved in any sort of creative ventures or projects, you will find yourself that much more invested in it. Go with it! A good intention for the New Moon in Taurus might be: May I allow the creative spirit to move through me, using my voice, my hands and my feet to create something to be proud of.
Aquarius
(4th House) The New Moon in Taurus on Saturday is about making a deeper commitment to those things that matter to you in your personal life. That can include family and family matters, your home, your supportive communities and those people and things that bring you a sense of belonging. This is about honoring and holding those people, things and experiences that hold you back and ground you, and make you feel safe and secure. This is probably the sort of New Moon that finds you seeking sacred spaces, and familiar surroundings, or looking for ways to make your personal spaces more comfortable and inviting. Taurus is a sensual sign, therefore think in terms of adding color, natural scents, or textures that invite you to relax into them. Because the New Moon is in Taurus, this is a good Moon to take on new projects, or start new initiatives or commitments involving home or family, including: improving relationships with family members; taking part in activities that gather the tribe or reinforce feelings of community and togetherness; or making improvements in your home environment, so that it feels more like home. A good affirmation for the New Moon in Taurus on Saturday might be: When I find peace within, everything else will fall into place.
Pisces
(3rd House) The New Moon asks all of us to seek peace, security and safety. Sensual and of the natural world, the Moon also asks us to ground ourselves in our bodies, our senses, and on the Earth our Mother. This is almost essential this week, as that grounding can help us through a week of sudden surprises and unexpected twists and turns that we are all going to be navigating. Know that Venus entering Cancer on Monday can be your ace in the hole, leading your through whatever detours may be facing you. As the ruling planet of Taurus, she can serve as a lodestar, keeping you on track with whatever commitments you make towards establishing greater peace, safety and security in your environment and every day life. New Moons are times of potential and new beginnings, hence the tradition for sowing intentions and beginning new initiatives at these pivotal points each month. And for Pisces, the New Moon in Taurus is an excellent time to share stories, learn something new, and immerse yourself in the natural world. Repot those plants. Create an herb garden on hour windowsill. And look for compelling opportunities to interact with neighbors and well-wishers. Make the affirmation with the New Moon in Taurus to walk with music and beauty in your heart. A good intention might be: I want to see myself more fully appreciating the simple daily encounters of my everyday life.