(All times are in Eastern Standard Time.)
The Sun is in Gemini this week; Mercury is in Taurus until June 13th, when it will enter Gemini; Venus is in Taurus; and Mars is in Aries.
From May 20 until June 21, the Sun is in Gemini. With the Sun in Gemini, we are motivated by knowledge and diversity. Under this effect, we become more gregarious, intellectual, and insatiably curious. Because of our curiosity and awareness of all of our possibilities, we tend to spread our efforts. We’re more outgoing and adaptable, yet we can also be unreliable.
Gemini is the sign of duality and compromise. The energy of Gemini is intellectual, cheerful, perceptive, and flexible. It’s skeptical, willing to consider alternative viewpoints. We’re ready to trade, share, and exchange information, as well as teach, lead, and learn.
During the Sun-in-Gemini cycle, we receive information and profit from the impartiality of this transit. It’s a clever and crafty influence since we’re quick-witted, cheery, and entertaining, and we can easily adapt, watch, and listen.
On the other hand, we can be gossipy, too academic, or overly rational when a gentler approach might be preferable. We may be living too much in our heads, disconnected from what’s in our hearts, as we convey and digest information.
From April 10 to 29, and May 22 to June 13, Mercury is in Taurus. When Mercury is in Taurus, our thoughts are grounded, substantial, and practical. More imaginative thinking loses out to common sense. Under this effect, we communicate more intentionally, and our minds are more focused to the world of the five senses. We choose the tried-and-true over novel ideas.
We can simplify our lives by focusing on one item at a time, but we risk becoming too limited, conservative, or inflexible in our thinking. It’s a period of pragmatic intelligence and leisurely decision-making and mental processes. We may (and are satisfied with) rote, routine, deliberate, or monotonous labor and procedures.
From April 29 to May 22, and from June 13 to July 5, Mercury is in Gemini. We are unusually chatty, interested, and friendly while Mercury is in Gemini. Mercury is the ruler of Gemini and is at ease in the sign. We want to obtain a broad understanding of a variety of topics rather than go deeply into a single one.
While Mercury is in Gemini, we are exceptionally sharp when it comes to making a point or debating. Wordplays, jokes, and negotiations entice us, and we’re easily distracted. We’re more interested in trivia, knowledge nuggets, and detached remarks at the moment. There may be frequent shifts in mood and topic. We’re adaptable and quick to pick up new information.
From May 28 through June 22, Venus is in Taurus. Venus is naturally passionate, satisfied, and possessive in Taurus. We desire security and place a high value on things that last. We have a voracious thirst for pleasure.
Taurus is a sign that appreciates the present moment and the world of the senses. During the Venus-in-Taurus cycle, tangible and tactile gestures of love and romance play a prominent role. Under this influence, we tend to cling to someone or something we care about.
Excessive possessiveness and seeing our spouses as objects that we own or desire to own is the dark side of this.
In terms of money, Venus in Taurus seeks out products that are high-quality, robust, practical, and long-lasting. Now is a better time to hold on to our belongings. We prefer earthy, natural, and grounded things in art, tastes, and pleasures. This is a moment when we can be a little more indulgent. We prefer stability over excitement in love and pleasure because uncertainty disturbs us more than usual.
From May 24 through July 5, Mars is in Aries. Mars is at ease in Aries, one of the signs it rules, and as a result, its strength is amplified. Under this influence, our energy is spontaneous, forward-thinking, and even bold. Our competitive spirit is strong, and we are determined to succeed! We are busy, focused, and self-assured.
Our acts are straightforward.
We immediately seek out the quickest route from point A to point B. Impatience, arrogance, impulsivity, short-term memory, unreflectiveness, and self-centeredness are the dark sides of Mars in Aries.
With Mars in Aries, we pursue our goals straight-forwardly, confidently, and unashamedly. The same is true when it comes to expressing rage. Our desire to be first, to arrive first, and to accomplish things on our own is well-developed; our independence, enterprise, and initiative are well-developed.
This transit is better for tasks that demand courage and a lot of enthusiasm and energy, but not necessarily for a long time. We don’t want to look back or overthink things; all we care about is what we can do right now. We aren’t ones to mince words, so we go straight for what we want.
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Are we about to enter the Aquarius epoch?
The Age of Aquarius is now in full swing. For many, there was a noticeable shift in energy from 2020 to 2021, albeit both years were a roller coaster. Apart with navigating the Covid era, we’ve also been told that we’ve entered a new astrological phase.
What makes it unique? That’s where things get a bit tricky, but we’ve sought the expertise of psychic and astrologer Inbaal Honigman to help us figure it out. However, keep in mind that the Age of Aquarius is frequently linked to social action, equality, and advancement. Finally. Everything you need to know is right here…
Is it true that we are living in the Age of Pisces?
Astrologers agree that astrological ages last about 2000 years, and we’ve been in the age of Pisces for the past two millennia.
When was the latest Aquarius Age?
While the “Aquarius Season” lasts 30 days, the Aquarius Age is claimed to last 2,160 years. So, what is Aquarius Season, and how does it differ from the age? Let’s go back and look at the background of everyone’s favorite water-bearer in both modern astrology and its roots in ancient astronomy before we come to any conclusions.
Aquarian Roots
Aquarius is a Latin term that means “water-carrier, water-pourer.” Its astrological sign is water, yet it has the appearance of an electrical jolt. Aquarius connects us to forces of originality, eccentricity, independence, bold expression, and epiphanies of all kinds, and properly so. It yearns for innovation and points us in the direction of what is possible in the future. It catalyzes creativity, new discoveries, or exhilarating novelty when sparked. Technology advances are fueled by activated Aquarius energy in our culture, which is arguably what brought us the Internet. However, Aquarius energy pushes us to think about social justice as a component of the collective and communal experience.
Aquarius, like all planets and zodiac signs, isn’t all excitement and forward-thinking movement; it also has a dark side. It can be distant, non-committal, impetuous, alienated, or restless in Aquarius. Aquarius energy enjoys getting things started but not necessarily finishing them. Keep an eye out for the famed Aquarian “Last Unicorn Syndrome,” in which it believes it is the first and only person to think of an idea.
Aquarius is the archetypal misfit, lone wolf, or mad scientist. It’s a rebel who sometimes has a cause and sometimes doesn’t. Aquarius was ruled or regulated by Saturn in traditional astrology, while many modern astrologers now identify it with Uranus because Uranus had not yet been found. Saturn is said to be the “night ruler,” whereas Uranus is said to be the “day ruler.”
While we all have Aquarius or Uranus in our natal astrology charts, its influence on our lives or self-expression is determined by our unique natal astrology chart. Those born under the sign of Aquarius (Sun, Moon, or Rising) may feel particularly drawn to the Aquarius Season or Age. Having your Sun or Moon in the 11th house or touching the planet Uranus can make you identify with Aquarian characteristics, but that is an astrology topic for another day. How does the Aquarius Season or the Aquarius Age affect us if some of us are more “Aquarian” than others? Is it merely a “New Age” word, or does it represent communal wisdom?
Historical Context: The “Age of Aquarius
While everyone of us has a unique astrological blueprint, the current position of the stars and planets in the sky adds another depth to our specific experience. We all feel the energy when the Sun is in the sign of Aquarius, just as we do when there is a new moon (like on February 4 in Aquarius). The Age of Aquarius, on the other hand, is a much larger cycle with less clarity.
Astrological ages refer to the evolution and development of civilization as a whole, rather than just an individual.
Humankind has gone through six primary periods, which correspond to the 12 tropical zodiac signs, according to astrologers all across the world. Each one lasts approximately 2,100 years. Because the time frame is so wide, it’s difficult to say when each of these time frames begins or ends. Of course, large-scale cycles aren’t exclusive to Western astrology. These patterns are also mentioned in the Mayan calendar and the Sanskrit scriptures’ Kali Yuga.
When modern astrologers speak of the Age of Aquarius, they are referring to a phenomenon involving the Earth’s backward motion and its connection to the sign of Aquarius. An ancient astronomer came up with the concept of the “precession of the zodiac” around 190 B.C.E. Because of the wobble in the Earth’s rotation, the constellation behind the Sun at Vernal Equinox or the eclipticpath of the Sun through the sky changes. (Earth, it turns out, isn’t as steady as we thought, and it has a retrograde cycle.)
The qualities of each zodiac Sun sign are carried over into the Astrological Age of that time. We can observe important communal themes that have been influenced by the “age” we are living in in this way. According to Nicholas Campion’s research, the Age of Aquarius began around 1447 A.D.E. in the twentieth century and will last until 3597 A.D.E. According to some astrologers, it started in 2012. Around 1999, we began to hear more about the Age of Aquarius and its connections to the Mayan Calendar.
I prefer astrologer Susan Miller’s chronology theories, which place the Age of Aries between 2000 B.C.E. and 1 A.C.E., with a lot of Greek and Roman conflict. The Age of Pisces, with its emphasis on spirituality, coincides with the birth of many of the world’s great faiths. We’re presently in the Age of Aquarius, a period marked by rapid technological developments (ahem, the Internet or robotics) or (hopefully) a shift toward communal consciousness and community.
The energies of Aquarius assist us in shifting and evolving structures that allow us to go forward into what is fresh and next in our progress. Activate and enjoy your own Aquarian nature through community, action, a new creative endeavour, or even recognizing your weirdness, whether the Age of Aquarius has begun or is about to begin. Perhaps try something new or finally figure out how to use some of your phone’s more advanced functions. It’s a time to gather together in community while embracing our particular uniqueness, no matter how you catalyze and connect to Aquarius.
Rebecca Farrar earned her M.A. in Philosophy, Cosmology, and Consciousness (PCC) from the California Institute of Integral Studies. “Stargazing: Re-enchantment Through Language” was the title of her thesis, which combined philology, consciousness studies, and enchantment with the stars. Rick Tarnas, archetypal astrologer, cosmologist Brian Swimme, activist Joanna Macy, and psychotherapist Stan Grof have all taught her. C.G. Jung, Owen Barfield, Bill Plotkin, Marianne Woodman, Thomas Berry, and Clarissa Pinkola Estes are among her other influences. Cosmicopia, Burning Man’s first astrological camp, was also founded by me. Most recently, I was featured in the She Wolfe Tarot deck and an upcoming documentary called Conscious: Fulfilling Our Higher Evolutionary Potential. She belongs to the International Society for Astrological Research (ISAR), the San Francisco Astrological Society (SFAS), the Association for the Study of Women and Mythology (ASWM), and the Depth Psychology Alliance, among others (DPA). On Instagram, you can find her.
Is the year 2021 a favorable one for Aquarius?
As Phoenix Knor’malle, a Psychic Advisor on MysticSense, tells Romper, “2021 looks like a terrific year in general for Aquarius, as they will be aligned with their ruling planet for a big amount of the year.” This indicates that positive growth is a distinct possibility. “Aquarians are having a great year!
Is the year 2022 the beginning of the Age of Aquarius?
The precise commencement date of this new epoch is debatable. Some astrologers believe it will begin on the vernal equinox in the northern hemisphere on March 20, 2021, while others, like as Kelly, believe it will begin in December 2020. “She claims it’s more conceptual than you might believe. “There is no clear agreement on when it will begin. What we do know is that this is a period associated with hope and creativity in general. When it happened last, in the 19th century, it was a time of technological, industrial, and government revolutions. All of these characteristics are Aquarian.
