From April 19th to May 20th, the Sun moves through Taurus, the slow and steady sign of the bull. This time of year is a chance to catch our breath after the adrenaline rush of Aries season. In the fixed earth sign, the Sun helps us get practical and follow through on what we started around the March Equinox. But the coming weeks also bring us some of the bumpiest astrology of 2026. So buckle up.

On April 20th, Mercury conjoins both Saturn and Mars. With the messenger planet meeting up with the planet of boundaries and the planet of aggression, this day might feel like trying to speed through bumper-to-bumper traffic. Then Uranus, the planet of shocks and wake-up calls, re-enters Gemini for the long haul on April 25th. Whatever Uranus shakes up, and whatever frustrations come your way, take a cue from Taurus and stay grounded. Focus on one thing at a time, and prioritize the choices that help you feel stable and secure — as long as they don’t close you off from other people. Our stubborn, defensive impulses might be extra loud this Taurus season, but navigating this turbulent period will require some openness and flexibility. Resist the urge to dig in your heels, and remember that you don’t have to confront all the chaos on your own.

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Full Moon in Scorpio: You’re braver than you think

Prepare for big emotions on May 1st, when the Full Moon in Scorpio occurs. The Moon has a tough time in Scorpio, and this lunation is likely to dredge up some difficult feelings. But it’s not all drama for drama’s sake. This Full Moon is here to clarify the blocks you’re facing and help you connect some dots. Any challenges that come to light are showing you what you have to heal, where you need to grow, and how you can soothe yourself in the process. On the other side, you’ll find deeper self-awareness and probably some relief. But to get there, you’ll have to be up for wading through some discomfort.

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New Moon in Taurus: Practical dreaming

The New Moon in Taurus on May 16th is a great one to work with. The Moon thrives in this sign, and this lunation offers plenty of support for the seeds you’re planting. Think realistically about the projects you want to set in motion and how you want them to unfold over the next six months, and try to put those plans into words. Don’t underestimate the power of articulating your goals in simple, straightforward terms, especially in this unusually noisy Taurus season. Anything you begin around this time will bring a fair share of surprises — but also potential breakthroughs.

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