How’s Taurus season treating you so far?
Many have leaned into the energy the astrological bull brings, indulging in the finer things and seeking pleasure in everything they do.
However, others may have fallen victim to the dreaded Mercury Retrograde, which can cause trouble in communication, travel, business and technology.
In early May, we have a Full Moon in Scorpio and Venus in Cancer influencing our love lives and undercutting proceedings with their classic Water sign sentimentalism.
Later on comes a New Moon in Taurus, offering rebirth and renewal for those who need a big change.
Ahead you’ll find your star sign’s tarot horoscope for the month of May, with three tarot cards drawn and their meaning for you explained.
Aries
March 21 to April 20
Tarot cards for Aries for May: King of Coins, Seven of Coins, Justice
Meaning: Changing Course
You are coming to a conclusion about your wealth and work and it’s likely to lead to a long-term change of course. Nothing is going happen overnight, because it will take research, planning and time to execute this, but it will happen.
Justice sees you striving to do the right thing, the hard thing, the best thing for your future in the long run. You want, also, to feel proud and fulfilled by the work you do. You want a sense of reward and personal satisfaction from what you spend your time doing.
The King of Coins sees you embarking on a more rewarding path with more potential to earn more too. This is the start of a new chapter.
The Seven of Coins sees you taking your time to understand the when, how, and why.
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Taurus
April 21 to May 21
Tarot cards for Taurus for May: King of Cups, Four of Wands, Six of Swords
Meaning: Prepare To Move On
If you want to move onwards and upwards then you can, should, and will. But, Taurus, you do need to accept that this means leaving where you are now behind. You can’t keep it all.
Something has to go if you’re going to gain something else. It sounds obvious but you do need to get your head round this, because you’re a possessive person and you hate losing anything. Don’t see it like that.
The Four of Wands is a promotion or move or change of home, and the Six of Swords is a promise you’re ready for this and it’s the right time.
The King of Cups asks you to be kind and patient with your feelings. Some may seem irrational or unwarranted. It’s okay, we’re irrational creatures at time and our emotions still require attention, even if they’re unwelcome. Come to terms with moving on.
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Gemini
May 22 to June 21
Tarot cards for Gemini for May: Temperance, Ace of Wands, Two of Cups
Meaning: Healthy Relationship
You’re going to do some important and positive work on a close relationship in your life, possibly a romantic one or a very close friendship as shown by the mutually supportive and loving Two of Cups. This is worthwhile.
The Ace of Wands signals the new beginning and hints you’re going to change the things you do together, transform how you spend your time in each other’s company to be more relaxing, rewarding, and maybe healthy.
We all have our little partners in crime that we indulge in ‘bad behaviour’ with. Temperance reveals you’ve both taken things to a extreme and perhaps felt off balance or like you’re encouraging each other to be naughty!
Bring it back to the centre, ground yourselves, do something different, spend time having fun but in a positive way. You will both feel a lot better and the relationship will flourish.
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Cancer
June 22 to July 23
Tarot cards for Cancer for May: Queen of Cups, Seven of Cups, Three of Cups
Meaning: Have A Beautiful May
A trio of emotional and heartfelt Cups cards shows your relationships and sources of pleasure are under the spotlight this May. The Three of Cups is an invitation to party, celebrate and revel. Have fun. Enjoy your life. Be social. Get together with those you love and like and have a blast!
The Seven of Cups asks you to visualise your ideal vision of love, your dream lover, your perfect relationship… and manifest it! Be the change you wish to see. Pray for a wish come true. Act like you’re already living your vision. Good things will unfold.
And the Queen of Cups asks you to take your self care seriously. Make time for deep rest, eat well, drink lots, move around, dance, listen to music, read uplifting content, talk to others and be honest, take on a new challenge, take pride in your appearance, be kind to family, put fresh flowers on your window sill! Treat yourself well.
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Leo
July 24 to August 23
Tarot cards for Leo for May: Four of Cups, Three of Swords, King of Swords
Meaning: You See The Truth
It’s possible you’ve gotten a little carried away with something (or someone) recently, gone all in, thought ‘this is it’… only to find it wasn’t all it’s cracked up to be.
The grass is not always greener, Leo, as we all discover the hard way. The Four of Cups shows you feeling a little let down, a little dismayed, and put off by what you find out here. The Three of Swords sees you maybe even receiving some harsh treatment or being lied to. None of this is going to fly, is it? You don’t take stuff like this lying down.
The King of Swords asks you to be objective, dispassionate, and logical here. Look at the situation factually, break it down, accept your own wrongdoings, and then diagnose the root cause, take a life lesson… and move on. Don’t fight, bicker, accuse, or add fuel to it. Simply write it off and get back to something more fabulous.
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Virgo
August 24 to September 23
Tarot cards for Virgo for May: Six of Cups, The Fool, Seven of Swords
Meaning: Second Chances
You’re welcoming something or someone back into your life from the past, a second chance if you will. You are often happy to forgive and forget, you don’t like conflict.
But, the Seven of Swords reminds you that you did no wrong here. Don’t feel you have to make excuses or bow to this person or situation. Don’t do that. Set a more balanced and robust tone this time around, stick up for yourself.
The Six of Cups and The Fool combine to reveal this is a genuine fresh start, this has potential for the future but you’ve got to set out as you mean to go on. Don’t lay a foundation of you being the done to, this time around, my friend, you are the doer!
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Libra
September 24 to October 23
Tarot cards for Libra for May: Nine of Coins, The Emperor, Nine of Swords
Meaning: Address Worries
The best response to worry is action. You just feel better straight away when you start tackling your fears in a pragmatic and practical manner. Research options, weigh them up, make changes, ask questions, engage in what’s unsettling you and find answers and ideas.
The Nine of Swords sees you bottling up your worries and them becoming heavy and draining, but The Emperor sees you taking charge and control. You realise you can’t carry on overthinking these things. You realise that it’s time to shake down the list of fears and take them apart one by one. Power to you, Libra!
The Nine of Coins promises that this is a turning point, a change in the pathway. For the better! You will lay foundations, make changes, plant seeds, and set in motion new things now that will serve you well for years to come.
See your anxiety as a guide, it’s trying to nudge you towards the things that need attention. Follow its lead. Take action.
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Scorpio
October 24 to November 22
Tarot cards for Scorpio for May: Five of Swords, The Lovers, Ace of Swords
Meaning: A Worthy Battle
You’re no stranger to scrapping. You’re tough, outspoken when others might pipe down, resilient, and self confident. You stick up for others, you back yourself, you don’t take sh**.
The Five and Ace of Swords sees you scrapping this May, and for all of the right reasons. You are on the right side of history here! You are sticking up for yourself, you are protecting something, you are doing what you think is right.
Scorpio, The Lovers asks you to decide, however, what you really want out of this. What does victory look like? What does a truce look like? What can you accept and not?
Know your boundaries and escape routes and wriggle room so that you are in control and can take a handy exit as and when it arises. Scrapping shouldn’t last for too long as it just causes more damage. Fight well.
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Sagittarius
November 23 to December 21
Tarot cards for Sagittarius for May: Page of Coins, Queen of Wands, Queen of Coins
Meaning: People Power
People. Can’t live with ‘em, can’t live without ‘em, right? A trio of Court cards sees you being delighted and exasperated by your fellow humans this May. Take it all in your stride. Remember your circle of influence, Sagittarius, and that you can’t control what others say, do, or believe. It’s on them.
The Page and Queen of Coins suggests a parent/child or apprentice/boss dynamic is under the spotlight. The dynamics are changing and you’re all trying to find a new footing, stay grounded, and move things forward. As circ*mstances change, so do our expectations and needs. Communicate and express them. Make sure everyone knows what everyone wants and expects.
The Queen of Wands sees a friend or partner being adventurous and helping you enjoy life. Follow their lead, let them entertain you and guide you towards new pleasures and activities.
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Capricorn
December 22 to January 21
Tarot cards for Capricorn for May: King of Wands, Three of Wands, Seven of Wands
Meaning: New Energy
A trio of Wands cards bring a rush of fresh, revitalising and enlivening energy into your world, say help and welcome to new news!
The Seven of Wands has you fighting your corner around something you truly believe in and want to protect. The good news is that you will win through here, and impress people along the way. So, fight hard… but fair.
The Three of Wands heralds new and surprising opportunities emerging from all kinds of weird and wonderful angles. Expect the unexpected!
And, finally, the King of Wands sees you bringing your own new news into the picture. You want to start new classes, workshops, travel ambitions, lifestyle changes, creative projects and personal development work. You feel confident and positive and like you’re ready to shake it all a bit. Have fun, Cap.
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Aquarius
January 22 to February 19
Tarot cards for Aquarius for May: The World, Page of Swords, Judgment
Meaning: Wake-up Call
A powerful trio of cards which point to you experiencing a wake-up call that leads to a whole new era in your life, one marked by you being more authentic and in tune with who you are and what you’re good at.
Judgment and The World are the major arcana cards driving this epiphany and life change. It’s irrefutable and once you see the truth of your skill set and strengths, you find it hard to fake carrying on serving a role that doesn’t play to them.
You decide you want to pursue your passion, put your talents front and centre, and strike out to make this happen! It might mean ending something or even moving location.
The Page of Swords reveals that, if you’re honest, this has been brewing for a long time and you’ve felt increasingly ambivalent about your role or career trajectory or creative pursuits. There’s definitely something you can do about this and it starts this May. You are ready to manifest what it is you should be doing with your life, you are entering into the era of your true purpose.
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Pisces
February 20 to March 20
Tarot cards for Pisces for May: The Hanged Man, The Star, The Empress
Meaning: A Beautiful May
Three major arcana cards point to a really game-changing month ahead where outside, cosmic forces are playing a part in bringing new news and energy into your life.
The Hanged Man shows you’ve felt a little thwarted recently, a bit put off, a tad frustrated. Fear not because a new idea will emerge which unlocks the issue and allows you to progress. Think out the box, be inventive, look at things from a new angle.
The Star asks you to aim high this May. The higher you aim the better the outcome as cosmic lucky energy will be drawn towards your positive moves and attitude. You can go further faster than you think!
The Empress shows your love and family life blossoming too. This card can predict fertility and pregnancy (or a new pet), as well as sexual chemistry, passion, creativity, and general warm and fuzzy vibes in and around the home. You are enjoying your blessings, Pisces.
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Kerry King, the tarot queen, uses tarot and star sign wisdom to create inspiringforecasts and insights, with over 25 years fortune telling experience, and many happy clients all over the world. You can book a personal, written reading, which comes as a beautifully illustrated brochure,through Etsyorjoin her new Tarot Cluband get weekly forecasts and more for £5 a month.
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