By There's a major cosmic shuffle this month as four planets change directions. Serious Saturn turns direct on May 2, giving structure to plans that have been floating in the background for almost six months. This forward turn in your 2nd House of Resources gets financial matters moving ahead. Philosophical Jupiter, though, begins a four-month retrograde cycle in your 6th House of Work and Habits on May 9. This is a good opportunity to bring your skills up to date or to review personal and professional systems to make them more efficient. Mercury and Neptune both turn retrograde on May 26. The messenger planets 24-day reverse period often produces problems with data, details and technology. Spacey Neptune's backward turn in your 7th House of Partners is very subtle, but suggests that your greatest sources of inspiration for the next five months can be found within yourself.
Key Dates in May for Leo:
SUPER NOVA DAY
May 9: Heart of a Lion
Mars the Warrior strides into your sign to amplify your power and boost your confidence. This is a good time to start projects, especially those requiring physical energy. Participating in sports, dance, yoga, and outdoor activities can improve your fitness level considerably. Your strong personality takes on another degree of intensity, motivating yourself and others to perform at the highest level. You're wearing your heart on your sleeve now, and there's no hiding your intentions. This direct approach encourages people to trust you, although there is a risk that some will find you overbearing.
May 12-14: A Peek into the Future
The Sun forms productive aspects with visionary Jupiter and inventive Uranus on May 12, kicking your intuition into high gear. You have a knack for sensing whats coming next, especially related to work and career issues. A cranky sesquisquare between Venus and Pluto on May 13, though, points out where resources are lacking and can attract distrustful people who may be disinclined to share your optimism. The Sun's square with idealistic Neptune on May 14 feeds your imagination, which can supply you with creative answers or allow you to escape into your own fantasy world.
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Keep in Mind this Month: Take the risk to follow your passion instead of spending your time putting out fires or passively waiting for opportunities to arise.
*This article is excerpted from the book, 'Your Astrology Guide 2008' by Rick Levine and Jeff Jawer, astrologers for Tarot.com. To find out the rest of your key dates and those of your friends and lovers -- and to get the scoop on your Super Nova days, too -- purchase 'Your Astrology Guide 2008.'
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