It was the best of times; it was the worst of times--Charles Dickens
I see positive changes slowly brewing across the globe. Some of us can feel it, while others are still caught in doom and gloom. So, what is the reality? The reality is that this year, we are preparing for the most positive global transformation in human history. Some astrologers have used their software to look back 2,000 years—and they can't find a more progressive time than what is coming in 2026. But we aren’t there yet.
Astrologers often compare planetary transits to similar periods in the past to forecast future trends. This time, however, there is no true historical parallel. Starting this year, the "Gods of Change"—Pluto, Neptune, and Uranus—are moving into new signs and forming harmonious aspects with each other. Pluto entered Aquarius in November 2024. Neptune just moved into Aries at the end of last month. Uranus will enter Gemini in July 2025. Together, these shifts mark 2026 as an unprecedented concentrated moment of evolution in human history. We can expect world-changing inventions and the transformation of governments across the globe.
On a personal level, these planetary aspects bring tremendous opportunities—but you must be ready to seize them. Clear your mind of old ideologies, prejudices, and outdated beliefs. Make space in your psyche for the new. Don’t miss this surge of positive energy. Look for breakthroughs this year that help you discover your true vocation, unlock your creative potential, and find your tribe.
As the Gods of Change turn retrograde this summer and fall, you’ll have a chance to reflect on the transformations you want to make. Now is the time to prepare a secure, settled foundation for the great leap forward in 2026.
The Florentine Renaissance—from the early 15th to the late 16th century—occurred under similar, but not as powerful, astrological conditions. During that time, remarkable discoveries and breathtaking art were made. Yet, some people simply sat around eating spaghetti. Don’t be a spaghetti eater!
The flowering of the Renaissance had global and historic implications. One resident of Florence, Filippo Mazzei, an Italian physician, merchant, and political thinker, immigrated to America in the early 1770s. He became a close friend of Thomas Jefferson, and his humanitarian ideas are believed to have significantly influenced the wording of the Declaration of Independence.
What happens in 2026 will reverberate through the world for years—if not centuries—to come.
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Saturn enters Aries this month on the 24th and is only 3 degrees away from a conjunction with Neptune all month. Neptune is the idealist, and Saturn is the realist. Neptune wants to dissolve old boundaries and limitations. This is a time to make dreams come true. You could have a bold, new vision. This is about doing something for the collective. Do something you have never done before. Become a pioneer. Saturn and Neptune will be conjunct in February 2026.
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All month, Venus in Aries will trine Mars in Leo. They both just came out of a retrograde. When direct, they bring a lot of free energy. In Aries and Leo, this could result in being expressed in action, enthusiasm, and passion. This creates a balance between doing and attracting. It’s about harmony in relationships. I see the possibility of reconciliation of conflicts around the world and in our personal lives.
Highlights for this month:
Note to my Astrology Clients. Use your Planetary Placement and Ascendant sheet to find if you have a personal planet (Sun, Moon, Mercury, Venus, or Mars) or the ascendant within 2 degrees of the degree of the transits listed below. If so, the transit will have a significant impact on you.
Dates to Watch:
May 2 – Venus Conjunct Neptune at 1 degree of Aries. This is mystical, romantic, and idealistic. It’s all about beauty and love. You may be transported through art or music. This aspect will help you initiate a new spiritual vision. Enjoy this day. But Neptune can be tricky. Be careful of deception from a loved one.
May 4 – Pluto turns retrograde at 3 degrees of Aquarius and will stay retrograde until Oct 13, 2025. Find the 3rd degree of Aquarius in your chart. What house is it in? This is an area that could be upended or transformed around your idea of independence and freedom. While Pluto is in its retrograde cycle, we can correct some unpleasant developments of recent months. See the Meaning of the houses here.
May 10 – Mercury moves into Taurus until May 25. This will help you develop some down-to-earth thinking and common sense. You are interested in practical information and results now.
May 12 – Full Moon at 22 Scorpio. There are no planets aspecting this moon, so this is pure Taurus/Scorpio energy. These are two fixed signs, having to do with money and sexuality. This can be an emotionally complex and intense Full Moon. Pay attention!
Mercury Square Pluto at 3 degrees of Taurus/Aquarius. You will have good powers of observation today. You want to probe and closely scrutinize the information coming in. You smell a rat easily on this one. I hope no one tries to fool you. They won’t get away with it.
May 17 – Sun Conjunct Uranus at 27 Taurus. This could create an exaggerated, sometimes problematic striving for independence. It’s a charged, restless time. You feel that your freedom is more important than responsibility. You could feel impatient and seek change. You could make sudden and radical breaks with old habits. On the positive side, you can easily adapt to new ideas and plans.
May 18 – Mercury squares Mars at 13 Taurus/Leo. This is the aspect of keenness of thought, of quick wits. Your sharp analytical mind could create verbal confrontations with those around you.
May 20 – Sun Enters Gemini until June 20. You become friendlier now. Your curiosity will be stirred. Being open to new experiences can lead to new, valuable relationships. You may want to go to school, teach, or dive into those books on your shelf that you haven’t read. But like Sagittarius, Gemini can start a lot of things and finish nothing.
May 22 – Venus Trine Mars at 15 Aries/Leo. This is a romantic and sexy aspect. This stimulates the power of attraction. This aspect will last most of the month. Get in touch with who or what you love during this time. Contact old friends. This is a positive aspect for peace treaties.
May 24 – Saturn enters Aries. He turns retrograde on July 13, 2025, at 2 degrees of Aries and backs into Pisces on Sept 2, 2025. He turns direct on Nov 28 and then re-enters Aries on February 14, 2026. Saturn will stay in Aries until April 12, 2028. Saturn’s last stay in this sign was from April 1996 until February 1999. Saturn is not happy in Aries. Saturn represents structure, and Aries represents impulsivity. Saturn is cautious and pessimistic and tends to put the brakes on Aries. But in a positive vein, Aries is about confrontations, and Saturn wants to inhibit the talks of war. We could experience increased nationalism because of Saturn’s love of borders and a desire for strong leaders (Aries)
Saturn can create low self-esteem depending on where he is in your chart. But in Aries, he gains a lot of self-confidence, inner strength, and healthy aggression. Aries can be too combative. Saturn can cool off his hot head. Make plans to pursue new fields and new experiences.
Sun Trine Pluto at 3 degrees of Gemini/Aquarius. This can bring you enormous inner power. You could develop a strong interest in shamanism, magic, or depth psychology.
Mercury is conjunct Uranus at 27 Taurus. You may wake up to some surprising news today. You may be able to grasp concepts that eluded you before. You tend to think outside the box and come up with innovate inventive ideas. You can feel very wired today but also creative. If the energy is too much for you, take a few hours alone in nature.
May 25 – Mercury enters Gemini until June 8. Mercury rules Gemini, so he loves to be here. Mercury is a combination of Peter Pan and Bugs Bunny. He flits around and talks too much. This is a good period to be a negotiator, a mediator, or to start posting on X.com. See how many people you can upset.
May 26 – New Moon at 6 Gemini. This new moon is trine Pluto, and that adds a lot of power to the start of the Gemini month. We are in Gemini territory now, so enjoy networking, parties with your friends, and getting out and taking some short trips.
May 27 – Mercury trine Pluto at 3 degrees of Gemini/Aquarius. Any detailed work you need to do, do it now. This gives a probing mind and sharp observation. The Mind is at its best.
May 30 – Sun Conjunct Mercury at 8 Gemini. Another good day for studying or teaching. This entire month, starting on the 20th when the Sun moved into Gemini, is a great time to learn new things. Your mind is very stimulated and curious during this time. You can break through mental blocks.
OUTER PLANET TRANSITS FOR MAY 2025
JUPITER is in Gemini until June 9, 2025. This month, he will move from 21 to 27 degrees of Gemini. Jupiter is the big, fat, happy guy who is expansive in everything. In Gemini, he expresses his talent for speaking, learning, teaching, and writing. It also indicates a growth in your beliefs and your goals. Until July 11, Jupiter will bring good luck and opportunities to the house containing Gemini.
SATURN is in Pisces until May 26, 2025. This month, Saturn will move from 27 degrees of Pisces to 0 degrees of Aries. Saturn rules your material world and especially your career. If you have the ascendant or any personal planets anywhere from 27 degrees of Pisces to 2 degrees of Aries, you may be in store for some hard lessons about the issues in the house containing Pisces and early Aries. Pisces is a creative dreamer. While in Pisces, Saturn will solidify your dreams and fantasies. On the world stage, Saturn in Pisces can result in our institutions dissolving and the old systems breaking down while new systems are being built. In Aries, Saturn will bring self-confidence, inner strength, personal initiative, and healthy assertion.
URANUS is in Taurus until August 2025. Uranus will move from 28 to 29 degrees of Taurus this month. This is the time to break loose and radically change your life. I believe in ‘cooperating with the inevitable.’ If you have Uranus in a challenging aspect to your ascendant or personal planets (26 to 0 degrees of Gemini) go on an extended vacation, preferably to somewhere you have never been. Or make some significant changes in your life. Taurus represents the earth. Expect news about farming, food, earthquakes, volcanoes, tornadoes, or other major weather changes while Uranus is in Taurus.
NEPTUNE is in Aries until March 2039. This month, Neptune stays at 1 degree of Aries. If you have the ascendant or personal planets anywhere from 29 degrees of Pisces to 3 degrees of Aries, you may lack focus during this time and want to daydream. Beware of a betrayal, a disappointment, and a sense of drifting. Neptune can also bring artistic, musical, and creative expression, increased dreams, and spiritual insights. You may let go of feeling like a victim while Neptune was in Pisces and decide to take charge of your destiny.
PLUTO is in Aquarius until 2043 and stays at 3 degrees this month. On May 4, Pluto will turn retrograde. Pluto grinds away at your psyche, bringing up all sorts of complex psychological issues. You should run to your nearest therapist, especially if you have the ascendant or personal planets anywhere from 1 to 5 degrees of Aquarius. Pluto asks what needs to die to be reborn.
Stay loose and ride the waves
Janet Kane