(This is a high level overview of the energy for the Scorpio Full Moon on Monday May 12th. The examination is about the interplay of planets positions and I do discuss some future energy as well as the past. This is not a horoscope but I will be posting those as well.)
In a month, both Jupiter and Saturn will be changing signs. Saturn will ingress from Pisces into the sign of Aries, and Jupiter will ingress from Gemini into the sign of Cancer. This is a huge shift of energy that we’re going to experience in just a few weeks.
Jupiter and Saturn are known as the social interaction planets. These are the planets that help us either expand how we assimilate into the world or how we restrict ourselves. For the past year, Jupiter has been in Gemini, with a flurry of information that’s been confusing and contradictory. It’s been like living with a five-year-old hyperactive kid who just ate a bunch of sugar.
And for the past few years, we have had somber Saturn in the sign of Pisces. Many of us have felt overwhelmed and like we were drowning in a sea that had no boundaries and no definition. Yet, we were called to take responsibility for what was happening in the muck.
With Jupiter going into the zodiac sign of Cancer on June 9th, its exaltation, we may feel more connected to home, family, and whomever we consider our tribe. However, when this does happen, Jupiter will be in a square with Saturn. During this square, we may be separating ourselves from people who have held us back or whose behavior and morality no longer align with ours. So the first five weeks of Jupiter in Cancer may bring a desire to be a little more alone as we take in this new energy.
On May 24th, Saturn will be entering the sign of Aries. This will shift the energy in regards to fulfilling a sense of duty. People will begin to look at the world and try to figure out their role and take ownership of their own life. This doesn’t mean they will be selfish, because Saturn does create limits and boundaries, but they will stop looking outside of themselves for a sense of authority or autonomy.
In regards to the Saturn-Jupiter square, we are currently experiencing this energy. Right now, with Saturn in Pisces and Jupiter in Gemini, many are feeling restless, confused, and disoriented. The square will continue when Saturn moves into Aries, and with Pluto in retrograde, we may start to see a shift as people question authority. By the time Jupiter moves into Cancer, there may be less focus on what’s outside of your control and more focus on your personal safety, sense of well-being, and emotional boundaries.
The Pluto retrograde started on May 4th and will continue through October 13th of this year. Pluto, due to its orbit, tends to be in retrograde for about half of every year. These are times where we can examine our own power and recognize the power we’ve given away to others. It is about holding ourselves responsible as well as those in charge. As humans, we tend to want that one big thing that’s going to change the course of history, our lives, or our economic well-being. However, Pluto teaches us that everything takes both timing and effort. Looking inward is where we make the greatest change, not hoping for one person, one political party, or one country to save the world.
With all of that said, what does this full moon really mean? It is in the sign of Scorpio, at 22 degrees. This puts the full moon into the third decan of Scorpio. In traditional astrology, the secondary ruler here is Venus, and in modern astrology it is the Moon. To me, this means it’s a time for us to tap into love that is buried in our inner world. Going deep into what really matters in life would be a focus of the times. Instead of being bogged down by the crazy news cycles and all of the current drama, what is it that you truly care about? That is what the Scorpio full moon is asking you. Using an adage basked in Scorpio fashion, when you are on your deathbed, who would matter to you and how would you want to be remembered? Dig deep into your soul and find the love that is hidden in your shadow.
We cannot ignore that on this day, the Sun will be four degrees away from Uranus, the great disruptor. The full moon may bring to light areas of society that need to be shaken up, especially in regard to authority figures. There’s going to be a jittery, nervous energy during this full moon, which makes sense since the weeks that follow will bring two big shifts of energy. You may feel like something is on the edge, teetering and about to fall.
We may see attempts at creative changes in our current systems. But it’s important to understand that change takes work. And if there is anything that this full moon is here to teach us, it is that we can’t sit on the sidelines in life and expect things to just happen. As long as you’ve been putting in the effort, this current energy is where you can actually make achievements based on strategically and thoughtfully planned work. If you utilized the prior retrograde energy, then this full moon can spotlight what is coming to fruition.
The full moon will be exact on Monday, May 12th at 11:55 a.m. Central Daylight Time. With the Moon in trine to Saturn, most of us will be able to keep our emotions in check and have the inner strength to deal with the adversity of the times. The moon trines to Saturn along with Pluto in retrograde assists us with inner reflection.
As of May 10th, we are no longer dealing with the agitation from Mars in opposition to Pluto. Instead, Mars is making a trine to Venus. This is a time when many of us will be able to assert ourselves without offending others. However, there may still be some negotiation going on. In your personal relationships, you may be seeking a balance between your wants and needs and those of others. It really is an “I’ll scratch your back if you scratch mine” kind of vibe. It’s loving, and action orientated, but its nature is reciprocal.
I do need to bring up Mercury being squared with Pluto. When this transit happens, people can become obsessed with their thoughts and try with force to convince others to think the way they do. Instead of being persuasive, what usually happens is conflict. So even though Venus and Mars are in an easy and negotiable aspect, Mercury can throw a wrench into those negotiations. The key here is to pick your battles wisely and use the charm of Venus instead of the power of Pluto to get your point across. It will be much easier to negotiate with people who are already somewhat aligned with your point of view than it is to try to convince someone who believes the opposite of what you do.
But this Mercury-Pluto energy is great for studying deep subjects, especially those of an occult nature. If you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed, this is also a good time to pick up a practice such as yoga to ease the extreme focus of your mental nature. Other practices like breath work or meditation can help you find balance and lessen obsessive thought patterns.
I do want to circle back to the Sun and Uranus conjunction (which will be exact on May 17th.) The conjunction is perfect for tapping into your inner strength. You could surprise yourself with what you can accomplish. The energy is fast-paced and electric and it can work in your favor. Allow yourself to open up to the potential that lies within you. You may have a great flash of intuition, an idea for an alternate path, or a moment of insight that helps you build a bridge with a loved one.
I would sum up this full moon as being electric, with the possibility of making great strides forward as long as you have taken the necessary steps to dig deep and take ownership of who you are. The full moon in Scorpio can be transformative and powerful and help you reclaim your inner power and strength. We are in a time of change, and you can either create your own new, alternative path or wallow in obsessive, limiting thought. With Venus conjunct Neptune, allow yourself to tap into your creativity, your spirituality, and most of all, love. When we love ourselves and love others, we are able to deal with the chaos and appreciate the little things that life has to offer. It is time to summon what you’ve learned so far, apply it to your plans, and take that step to claim the life you want.