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May 8 2026 Friday by Jampal

Theme: Deep Analysis

Especially during the middle third of the day the Moon unites with Pluto which brings up issues from deep within our psyches. We will have intense emotional experiences as well. We may find ourselves being obsessive, but this too shall pass as the Moon moves on. Close relationships can be positively or negatively affected. There is a spiritual energy as the Moon is also sextiling Neptune for much of the day. This is an opportunity to practice compassion.

The only thing that is meaningful is to make this life a vehicle by which you can come to benefit beings. ~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is void of course until 3:29 am EDT. Do not make any major decisions until this time ends.

Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Expansion

The Moon and Jupiter are opposite toay, connecting you with a larger emotional landscape that is linked to you being connected to something much bigger than yourself. Mercury is moving out of it’s square aspect to Pluto lessening the likelihood of impactful communications with underlying, often hidden agendas, potentially derailing you. Forearmed is forewarned. Lessons are learned in such situations.

Speech is but broken light upon the depth of the unspoken.~ George Eliot

The Moon is Void of Course from 10.18am to Friday 3.27am USA ESDT. Avoid signing major contracts at this time. Center on your emotional heart. Find space and enjoy small beauties.

Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Pragmatics

With the Sun and Moon both in earth signs it’s a good time to deal with practical matters and solutions, and pay attention to the limitations of the physical realm. The Sun in Taurus invites enjoyment too of creature comforts. As with anything it’s a balance to avoid sensory overload.

People are plagued by their senses if they act without restraint to attain their desires. … If one is dragged along as the victim of their natural five senses, their adversities wax like the moon in the bright fortnight.~ Mahabharata

Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Unfixed thinking

Mercury is square Pluto encouraging us to go beyond force of habit in our thinking, and question any iron-clad, or rigidr views. It’s equally important not to impose your views on others, otherwise there will be a back-lash. Jupiter continues to be square to Mars. It’s a big time and in order to deal with the feeling of overwhelm you can re-center by reminding yourself of the wish to be of benefit to others which is like a steering wheel on the ship of life, setting your course in the right direction.

The true ship is the ship builder.~ Ralph Waldo Emerson

May 3 2026 Sunday by Jampal

Theme: Religion, Philosophy and Long Distance Travel

For a few days, the Moon is in Sagittarius and today it harmonizes with Pluto and Neptune. This is a more upbeat sign for the Moon than Scorpio was, and our minds turn towards religion, philosophy and long distance travel. Mercury has entered Taurus for just two weeks. We are slower, affectionate and determined in our communication. Finally Mars is square Jupiter for the next week. We should proceed with caution, but can then accomplish a great deal.

You need to begin to stabilize the mind by sensing the difference between your nature and your conceptualizations… ~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

The Moon is void of course today until 2:35 am EDT. Do not make any major decisions until then.

May 1 2026 Friday by Jampal

Theme: Responsibility in Relationships

Venus is almost exactly 60 degrees from Saturn today, which brings up the issue of what are we responsible for in our close relationships. This is a good time for a frank discussion about what is expected of you and another. This transit also favors business generally, especially when it comes to the arts. We are also attracted to older people today. The Moon is in Scorpio and forms a yod with Venus and Saturn. This requires some emotional adjustment especially in the middle third of the day.

Compassion and Enlightenment can never be separated. ~Jetsunma Ahkon Norbu Lhamo

Thursday by Wangmo

Theme: Seemingly quiet

The Moon is Void of Course for much of the day so it’s a relatively inactive time until it’s not! The Moon moves into Scorpio increasing both emotional intensity and psychological depth, especially if you’ve got the courage for self-inquiry and investigation. The Moon is opposite Chiron today creating more sensitivity around areas of emotional hurt and pain. Pluto trine Venus also adds to the layers of complexity in relationships that can be unpacked if one is willing to understand how power influences the dynamics of relationships.

The Moon is Void of Course in Libra from between 4.51am and 3.02pm today ESDT USA. Avoid signing major contracts at this time. Instead find a way to make time for self-reflection.

Wednesday by Wangmo

Theme: Diplomacy required

The Moon is opposite Mars today providing ample opportunity for dealing with reactivity versus pausing in order to understand what maybe better left unsaid, for the moment at least or until you understand what is driving your reaction. Mars in Aries wants direct engagement while the Moon in Libra seeks a diplomatic, peaceful process. When under stress the Moon in Libra can prevaricate and dither. So is there a middle way?

Normally, we take our reference frame for granted; we mistake it for “reality.”~ KC Cole

Tuesday by Wangmo

Theme: Finding balance in constant activity

Aries is a cardinal-activity sign. With so many planets in Aries and the Moon in Libra today and tomorrow there is a way to find balance in this world of unceasing activity and change. The Libran Moon seeks balance, and achieving balance rests on making informed, unrushed decisions and consulting with the right people – otherwise called ‘friends’ in a broader sense.

The best and safest thing is to keep a balance in your life, acknowledge the great powers around us and in us. If you can do that, and live that way, you are really a wise human.~Euripides