​May 2021 Sidereal Transits

Mercury moves into Taurus on May 1, followed by Venus on May 4. These planets, in this sign, offer more possibility of enjoyment in May. Any enjoyment is somewhat curtailed by Rahu, of course. This may mean breaking the rules for sensual indulgence for some, or more innovative ways to connect for others. Hopefully, there are not as many rules for you to break at this time where you are. 

The Sun joins Mercury and Venus in Taurus on May 14, and this begins a period that will likely see some breakthroughs and innovations in the tourism and arts sectors, as well as in the treatment of the virus, leading to further changes around the Jun 10 solar eclipse.

Saturn stations retrograde on May 23, slowing things down so we can focus on what’s important, and to reassess or remove what is not. Saturn is more interested in what is sustainable and long term, unlike the desires of Rahu in Taurus which doesn't always consider consequence. Thankfully, Saturn and Rahu are cooperating with each other in the same earth element, fueling innovations and radical change with an eye on the bigger picture.

Jupiter moves into Shatabhisak, the lunar mansion in Aquarius, on May 22. Shatabhisak means ‘100 healers’, so it’s transit here, along with the upcoming eclipse in June, suggests further progress in curing the disease that has gripped the world. Jupiter in Aquarius is after all more hopeful, moving us beyond the restrictions of Capricorn, and into the more innovative sign Aquarius. ​

There is a full Moon and total lunar eclipse in Scorpio to navigate on the opposite side of the zodiac on May 26. This is likely to be an eclipse that leaves many of us feeling raw and exposed, emotionally charged, and vulnerable. The Moon is with Ketu, the south lunar node, showing more losses and a lot of fear, but also more insights into the virus.

​Mercury and Venus quickly move into Gemini, on May 26 and May 28, adding further delights and enjoyments, and more possibilities of interacting with one another. The only problem: Mercury retrograde from May 29.  ​

​After Mercury has moved swiftly through several signs, you can bet we are due a review. And because this review begins in Mrigashirsha, ruled by Soma, representing the cure, where we experience the upcoming solar eclipse in June, more details will likely emerge for a major review.

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Gary O'Toole

I have had a keen interest in astrology (more like an obsession!) from an early age and continue to perfect my skills in Jyotish ('Vedic' or Indian astrology). I love that this wonderful art and science continues to offer its gems the more I explore.

​I am a member of the British Association of Vedic Astrology and lecture at their annual conference. ​I authored a book titled Cosmic Bodies: The Ayurvedic Astrology Guide to Health & Well-Being and I am currently working on a book about timing techniques titled Timeline Astrology.

I like to study a birth chart for at least a week before I do a full chart reading which means a waiting period of some weeks depending on my schedule. ​Although I follow the traditional approach of an ancient practice that is steeped in secret knowledge, I offer easy-to-follow readings clients enjoy.

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