Your Horoscope For May 2020

Taurus

April 20-May 20

It’s not selfish to take a break when you need one, Taurus. You're likely to find yourself somewhat drained and stressed this month and the kindest thing you can do for yourself is to prioritize balance. The trick here is that in order to achieve it, you need to actually be present and really lean into your breaks—and when you’re working, to leave all thoughts that are out of your control to another time. In other words, strive to have healthy boundaries with yourself.

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Gemini

May 21-June 21

When you're emotionally strained or dealing with disappointments, it’s easy to say or do things without sufficient forethought. This May, your heart is the part to tend to before you go trying to fix things. There isn’t a way out of your insides, Twin Star. Make a practice of sitting with your feelings, especially when you’d rather run from them. You’re going to have some decisions to make later in the month and the more present and centred you are, the better you’ll do, my love.

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Cancer

June 22-July 22

Relationship issues are up this month, and that may inspire you to go into a self-protective stance when the best thing for you to do is stay open. People are scared now and this is when we’re most likely to do defensive things, but it’s also when simple acts of kindness are the most transformative. Give yourself and others a little latitude in the face of big challenges. So much of what people do is not personal—it's about them shadowboxing with ghosts. Dare to be kind when things get messy, Moonchild.

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Leo

July 23-Aug. 22

There’s a fine line between leading and bullying, and it’s time for you to concern yourself with it, Leo. If you try to force your will on others you’re likely to find yourself in a complicated situation this month. While you may be able to get what you want in the short term, you’ll also be sowing the seeds of discontent in the long term. Give a little when you can, communicate your perspective and really listen to what others say, my love.

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Virgo

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

Jeanette Winterson wrote, “You play, you win, you play, you lose. You play. It’s the playing that’s irresistible. Dicing from one year to the next with the things you love, what you risk reveals what you value.” You don’t need to know what’s coming next to locate your instincts, align with what you value and act from there. This is a time of great risk but it’s also a time ripe with potential. Find your agency and mobilize from there, Virgo.

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Libra

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

Fear in an insidious bugger; it compels bad behaviors, checking out and a scarcity mindset, even when you are abundant. Honour your feelings without converting them into upsetting stories that you tell yourself are true. Practice cultivating perspective this month. Make sure you're talking out your feelings and thoughts and seeking feedback from trusted sources, Libra. Your fears can yield useful data, but you have to be able to decode it first.

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Scorpio

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

You’ve gotta let go. There’s no way around it. You can circle the things that stress you out as much as you want, but it won’t help you cope any more than it will change your perspective. Find your centre, Scorpio. Locate the resources you have within you and choose to prioritize feeding them with your attention and energy. From there it will be somewhat organic for you to look for the helpers and resources you have around you, or to become those things for others. Action is the antidote to anxiety, my friend.

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Sagittarius

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

This month is a fertile time for you to innovate new ways of approaching your life and relationships. As much as possible, focus on the heart-centred parts of your connections, Sagittarius. You may be right but it's so much more important to be kind; pick your battles and your point of focus wisely this month in efforts to make the most of your transits, but also to be the best version of yourself. Let acts of kindness, small and large, motivate you.

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Capricorn

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

Rising to the occasion doesn’t mean that you don’t have insecurities or mixed emotions; it only means that you do your best even when you’re feeling those things. Look for ways that you can participate in your life and the world around you that reflect your values, your needs, and what you truly believe needs to get done. This isn’t the time for being jaded or giving up. Let yourself be inspired and do what you can, dear Capricorn.

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Aquarius

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

Find your wings, Aquarius. This month you’re ready to fly, and that’s in part because you are a creative and innovative person—two things that the world needs right now. Find ways of participating in the world, both personally and professionally that allow you to be a part of some much-needed solutions. You may find yourself somewhat besieged by what ifs and other mental tremors; don’t pay them much mind. Do what you can in the present.

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Pisces

Feb. 19-March 20

The world is in an unpredictable state right now—but isn’t it always? Don’t allow your fears to convince you that things are doomed. They're not! They may be rough but you always have choice, and as we’re all learning now, there is always the potential for the unexpected. Approach your life informed by the data of what is, and the inspired perspective of what can be. In other words: prioritize a balanced focus for a balanced life, Pisces.

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Aries

March 21-April 19

You can do it all, and do it all flawlessly, but if you don’t factor in other people and their needs and feelings it can backfire on you pretty spectacularly. Respect others and factor them into your plans, even if that means slowing down. Consider your impact while you’re making your plans, Aries. Take pains to communicate your intent and even be willing to compromise your approach this month; it’s better to get there gracefully than quickly.

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