May 2013 Horoscope

Monthly Horoscope May:

January: Aquarius January 20 - February 18

When it comes to relationships, the message that Strength brings to you is quite clear. Don't be shy about asking your beloved (whether they're brand new or you've been together forever) to make a pledge to you: a pledge that they'll be as passionate, proud, and courageous as you will be. If the two of you are in the midst of stormy times, this message is even more important.

Does your work reflect your beliefs? Do you enjoy it, and feel that it's making a difference in the world around you? If you're happy with it, that's wonderful - and you're about to have an especially rewarding month. The Pope will see to that. His presence pushes us to spend our days doing something that reflects our morals, our beliefs and our goals for the world around us.

The Chariot's message is simple, but not easy. This card asks you to leave behind anything that will keep you from realizing your true happiness - and to leave it in the past quickly. You know exactly what needs to be banished from your life. It - or they - has become useless to you, a burden that's now holding you back from happiness. Think of it as spring cleaning for your spirit.

February: Pisces February 19 - March 19

The fertility that The Empress brings to us is unmatched. She is the Queen of Mother Earth - Nature herself, able to create life and nurture it. She'll hold court over your love affairs for the month, so it's easy to see that you'll be very, very happy. All your current relationships will grow and prosper, and even the tiniest spark of attraction could turn into something lovely and long-lasting. Smile, and enjoy every moment together.

When The Moon appears in this spot, it indicates that it's time for you to be less hesitant about the ways of the world - time to be bolder about the way that you're pursuing your goals. If you get stage fright before you're about to meet with the higher-ups, don't let it get to you. In fact, get those thoughts right out of your head. You're in charge here, and you know it.

If you've been feeling unsatisfied with the circumstances in your life, it's time to change that. The good news is that it can most certainly be done over the coming month - that's as long as you're willing to work at it. You may need to work harder than you thought to get along with everyone around you and to make peace with situations you'd previously have found intolerable.

March: Aries March 20 - April 20

When it comes to relationships, the message that Strength brings to you is quite clear. Don't be shy about asking your beloved (whether they're brand new or you've been together forever) to make a pledge to you: a pledge that they'll be as passionate, proud, and courageous as you will be. If the two of you are in the midst of stormy times, this message is even more important.

The appearance of The Devil indicates that in all professional matters, you can have exactly what you want - it all depends on how far you're willing to go to get it. If you need to keep your morals about you, you'll resist any offer that sounds too good to be true, and that's the very best way to handle it. You'll definitely encounter your dark side now. It's up to you to keep it reined in.

Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it, or to speak with someone you trust about a personal problem. Everyone gets a bit befuddled now and then, especially when life tosses brand new experiences our way - and new experiences are The Fool's specialty. It's your turn to feel like a stranger in a strange land, but that doesn't mean it won't turn out to be a great experience in the end!

April: Taurus April 21 - May 21

Whether you're single or attached, don't waste your time frequenting "hot-spots" that are famous for providing loud music or helping people to meet for brief flings. It's time for you to settle down, so if you're still looking, go to places where kindred spirits of gentle natures gather. If you're attached, spend lots of time alone with your one and only. It will bring contentment to both your hearts.

The appearance of The Devil indicates that in all professional matters, you can have exactly what you want - it all depends on how far you're willing to go to get it. If you need to keep your morals about you, you'll resist any offer that sounds too good to be true, and that's the very best way to handle it. You'll definitely encounter your dark side now. It's up to you to keep it reined in.

The appearance of The Tower points to something that humans just don't care much for: change. Big change. Total change. The problem is that while we can deal with change, we like for it to happen on our own terms, which isn't usually how it happens. So, when you see this card, it's time to prepare yourself for anything and everything, and remember that whatever happens is part of The Grand Scheme. Cooperate.

May: Gemini May 22 - June 21

Ever notice that the quality we most admire in movies - especially in the leading man or leading lady - is always perseverance? Well, that's another word for Strength, so when this card arrives in the department of love, you're being asked - no, actually, told - to hang in there, to never give up, and to let the person you care for know that you'll always be there for them.

Stop worrying about the past. The future looks not just bright, but happy in a calm and peaceful way. Whatever the "higher-ups" toss your way, you'll be able to handle it with grace, poise, and calm dignity. This attitude may well mean that you're about to finally receive the raise, promotion, or bonus you've been waiting for - especially if you don't rush it. And why would you want to, with things going so well?

Everyone has a romantic, dreamy side to their personality. The best part of The Moon is that it arrives to give us a chance to escape "real life" and be who we are, rather than what life and other people expect us to be. Lucky you. It's time for you to escape - with a lover! Remember, though, that this won't be a "Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz" journey - this will be a passionate distraction!

June: Cancer June 22 - July 22

It's all too easy to talk someone into doing exactly what you want them to do when this card appears. It's a given that you'll get exactly what you want from them - you're quite powerful now. The question, however, is this: Do you want what you want so much that you're willing to lose your principles to have it? Think that over before you begin manipulating someone whose respect you really cherish.

The Emperor has a single-minded approach to all responsibilities: work hard and be rewarded. If that's what you've done, you're most likely at the end of a long, hard struggle to succeed in your particular field. If you've been working too hard, take some time off when that pat on the back arrives. Everyone in a position of authority will see what you've done, be proud, and just about insist that you relax, anyway.

The Chariot's message is simple, but not easy. This card asks you to leave behind anything that will keep you from realizing your true happiness - and to leave it in the past quickly. You know exactly what needs to be banished from your life. It - or they - has become useless to you, a burden that's now holding you back from happiness. Think of it as spring cleaning for your spirit.

July: Leo: July 23 - August 23

If you're attached, the arrival of The World will let you know that you're definitely with the right person. If you're single, you're soon to meet the person who'll be with you forever - someone who'll literally mean the world to you. Yes, this card could bring you the chance to spy the love of your life at first sight. Keep your eyes open to that possibility, even if they don't seem to be just right at first.

The Emperor has a single-minded approach to all responsibilities: work hard and be rewarded. If that's what you've done, you're most likely at the end of a long, hard struggle to succeed in your particular field. If you've been working too hard, take some time off when that pat on the back arrives. Everyone in a position of authority will see what you've done, be proud, and just about insist that you relax, anyway.

Feeling stuck? Well, it's time to climb out of that rut, no matter what it is, and over the next month, the Fool will help. Give yourself some time off to think, to play, and to imagine where you want to be in life. Once you've figured out what it is you really want, right now, make a plan - and make it happen. It's time to trust your instincts.

August: Virgo August 24 - September 23

When it comes to relationships, the message that Strength brings to you is quite clear. Don't be shy about asking your beloved (whether they're brand new or you've been together forever) to make a pledge to you: a pledge that they'll be as passionate, proud, and courageous as you will be. If the two of you are in the midst of stormy times, this message is even more important.

There's something going on at work that isn't quite right, and you haven't been sure about what to do. Now that The High Priestess has appeared, however, the month's path has become very clear. You know exactly what's required of you, both by your conscience and by the trust that co-workers and superiors have placed in you. Don't destroy that trust, no matter how tough it is to do the right thing.

Over the next month, you'll be called upon (again) to do the right thing - for yourself and for others, too. You'll righteously stand up for anyone who needs you, keep your promises, and look for the deeper meaning in all situations. All these quests will be brought to you courtesy of The Pope, who insists on nothing less than that you follow your conscience and always do what you know is fair and honorable.

September: Libra September 24 - October 23

Ready for a surprise? You'd better be! You'll soon find yourself attracted to someone you'd never, ever pictured yourself with. Does that mean it will last forever? When The Fool is in the picture, that really doesn't matter. What's important is that you take the new experiences that life tosses your way and have some fun with them! After all, isn't it time for you to let go and laugh?

This month will be a busy one, with several projects to juggle and eventually complete. Your superiors will be watching you to be sure you finish them up right, too. If you work hard - which may mean doing not just your own job, but someone else's, too - you'll have terrific rewards waiting for you. Drop the ball, however, and you may be called to the boss's office for a serious talking-to.

You feel stuck now - perhaps, as they say, between a rock and a hard place. In short, there's really nowhere you feel you can turn without reaching a difficult end - and you may be right. When The Hanged Man appears, however, the point is not so much that you need to make a choice between the lesser of two evils, but that you must abandon all previous options and come up with something new. Be imaginative!

October: Scorpio October 24 - November 22

Ready for a surprise? You'd better be! You'll soon find yourself attracted to someone you'd never, ever pictured yourself with. Does that mean it will last forever? When The Fool is in the picture, that really doesn't matter. What's important is that you take the new experiences that life tosses your way and have some fun with them! After all, isn't it time for you to let go and laugh?

The Empress often turns up when we're about to start a whole new career or take a step up the ladder of success. If you've been thinking of taking a leap, this is definitely the month to do it. Be imaginative, and unafraid to try something new, especially if it will catch the attention of your higher-ups. Your rewards may arrive quite quickly, but a major change in your routine could accompany them. Don't worry.

Getting through the past few weeks - and the next few as well - won't be easy. In fact, what might feel best for you now would be to surrender... to give up entirely and throw in the towel. In your heart, however, there's something that's telling you to "hang in there" - no pun intended - and to wait just a little longer. If you can do that, success is just about guaranteed.

November: Sagittarius November 23 - December 21

For the longest time, you seem to have been learning a lesson that's been not at all pleasant: you've been learning not to trust. Now, however, someone is due to enter your life who'll teach you not just to trust, but also to trust yourself again - to trust your intuition, even though you've tried, recently, to do just that, and it hasn't worked out too well. Give it another shot.

When the card of Judgement appears in the arena of career, it's time for you to either start or end a new way of earning your daily bread. Either way, you won't mind - at least, not once it's begun. The only thing is, you'll need to be sure you're ready to start this entirely new beginning without any regrets. If you go into it without any reservations, you'll do fine.

Lately, you've had the urge to get to know the person on the inside. With The Empress currently influencing your month, everything you've been craving can absolutely come to fruition. That's if you can keep up your energy level by taking care of yourself as you care for others. Simply put, eat well, tone down on excess, and rest whenever you can. Listen to your body and your spirit will grow stronger.

December: Capricorn December 22 - January 19

Ready for a surprise? You'd better be! You'll soon find yourself attracted to someone you'd never, ever pictured yourself with. Does that mean it will last forever? When The Fool is in the picture, that really doesn't matter. What's important is that you take the new experiences that life tosses your way and have some fun with them! After all, isn't it time for you to let go and laugh?

The appearance of the card of Judgement means that you're in the midst of making some very serious decisions, at least one which will involve what you want to do with the rest of your life. If you already have a career, then you'll likely spend the rest of the month tending to it carefully, much as a gardener tends to their garden. If you're still looking for your life's path, be prepared! It's about to be offered to you!

If you've been depressed lately, it's probably been because you've been feeling that you have little or no power over what happens to you. That's not true, as The Wheel of Fortune will show you, and you need to keep that in mind. You are not at the mercy of anyone's whims but your own. No matter what you hope or fear, if you aim at the end result with all your energy, you'll do just fine.