Your May spiritual guide & competition

Melanie Harding delivers your monthly Astrology & Tarot guide, and offers you the chance to win an Astrology chart reading and a Tarot card reading to help you on your path… 

Aries (21 March – 20 April)
You’re glowing with confidence this month, with three planets lighting up your sign and drawing others in. Financially, prospects look bright as the Sun brings clarity to money matters, and from the 10th, Mercury adds sharp ideas. The Full Moon on the 12th is ideal for a financial review or seeking advice. From the 20th, life picks up – think short trips, catch-ups, and buzzing conversations. If you’re considering starting a family, the 22nd is especially supportive. A major shift arrives on the 24th as Saturn enters your sign, setting the stage for long-term goals. The New Moon on the 26th may bring the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.  

Tarot Insight: Temperance
Balance is your guiding word this month. With so much planetary energy in your sign, the Temperance card reminds you to pace yourself and find equilibrium between action and reflection. Financial or personal decisions made now benefit from moderation, patience, and a calm, considered approach.  

Taurus (20 April – 20 May)
It’s your season, Taurus, and time to come into your own. You often prefer to keep certain parts of yourself under wraps, but around the 2nd, you may feel compelled to show up fully and authentically. Mercury supports you from the 10th, helping you express what matters most. Around the Full Moon on the 12th, a chapter may close in a significant relationship, trust it’s a shift that clears the way for growth. From the 20th, your focus moves to finances. Mercury joins the Sun on the 25th, helping you clarify your priorities. The New Moon on the 26th is ideal for setting financial intentions or launching a new project. As Saturn moves into Aries on the 24th, you may notice a gradual withdrawal from the social scene. This longer cycle invites more rest, reflection and spiritual depth.  

Tarot Insight – The Hanged Man
You may feel like things aren’t moving quite as fast as you’d like, but The Hanged Man suggests there’s wisdom in pause. This is a powerful moment to view things from a fresh angle. Trust that delays are purposeful – they’re helping you see what truly matters before making your next move.  

Gemini (21 May – 20 June)
May begins on a quieter note, with time alone or behind the scenes doing you good. You’re leaning into the joy of missing out, though you may still find friends nudging you to re-engage. When Mercury meets the Sun on the 10th, expect whispers, secrets or unexpected insights. The Full Moon on the 12th may bring an ending or turning point at work. The mood lifts considerably after the 20th when the Sun enters your sign, followed by Mercury on the 25th. The New Moon on the 26th offers a chance to reset your image, energy or priorities. Saturn moves into Aries on the 24th, beginning a longer phase of maturity around friendships and group dynamics— you’ll be drawn to deeper, more meaningful connections.  

Tarot Insight: Ace of Wands
Bursting with creative energy, the Ace of Wands reflects the new beginnings hinted at in your horoscope. This is a time to follow sparks of inspiration and take initiative – especially around your finances or personal goals. A bold new idea could catch fire this month.  

Cancer (21 June – 22 July)
You’re in high demand this month, Cancer—friends, social invites and community ties come to the fore. Mercury supports lively and nourishing conversation from the 10th. A romantic connection or creative endeavour could reach a high point under the Full Moon on the 12th. As the Sun moves into Gemini on the 20th, you may feel the need to retreat. The New Moon on the 26th is ideal for recharging, journalling or tending to your inner world. Saturn shifts into Aries on the 24th, beginning a two-year stretch of increased responsibility in your career. Long-term effort will lead to concrete results.  

Tarot Insight– Seven of Swords
There may be a situation that doesn’t sit quite right – The Seven of Swords warns against half-truths or hidden agendas. Whether in personal or financial matters, keep your eyes open. Protect your peace by being strategic, honest with yourself, and careful about who you trust.  

Leo (23 July – 22 August)
You’re in the spotlight this month Leo, especially professionally. With the Sun energising your house of public life and success, it’s a great time to go for what you want. Mercury helps with pitches and presentations from the 10th. The Full Moon on the 12th may bring news or resolution concerning your home or family life. From the 20th, life becomes more sociable. Mercury follows on the 25th, and the New Moon on the 26th makes it a good time for fun with friends or community events. When Saturn enters Aries on the 24th, travel, learning or publishing may become more serious pursuits over the next two years.

Tarot Insight – Two of Wands
This is a planning card – a sign that you’re looking to the horizon, thinking about next steps. With the Sun lighting up your career sector, the Two of Wands encourages you to dream bigger and prepare for a wider stage. The time is coming to act, but for now, lay your plans wisely.  

Virgo (23 August – 22 September)
May brings a desire to broaden your horizons. Mercury supports plans for study, travel or publishing from the 10th, and the Full Moon on the 12th encourages you to speak your mind or wrap up a writing or communications project. Career matters take centre stage after the 20th. With Mercury sharpening your ideas and a New Moon on the 26th, it’s an excellent moment to set professional goals. When Saturn enters Aries on the 24th, your focus will shift towards long-term financial strategy—particularly shared resources, debts or investments.  

Tarot Insight – Knight of Swords
Things are moving quickly, and the Knight of Swords urges you to stay sharp. Decisions may need to be made on the spot – especially around personal priorities or direction. Trust your intellect, but don’t let haste override wisdom. Focus your energy where it counts.  

Libra (23 September – 22 October)
Shared resources and intimate bonds come into focus this month. Whether it’s joint finances, emotional connections or legal matters, the influence of Mercury after the 10th makes it easier to talk things through. The Full Moon on the 12th may bring a decision or completion around money, earnings or possessions. From the 20th, the mood lifts as travel, study or a spiritual path might beckon. The New Moon on the 26th is ideal for booking that trip or enrolling in a course. Saturn moves into Aries on the 24th, prompting more structure and commitment in your closest relationships over the next two years.

Tarot Insight– Page of Wands
Fresh starts and new passions are on the horizon. The Page of Wands brings curiosity, excitement, and a sense of discovery, especially in the realm of learning, travel, or creative ventures. Stay open to opportunities that stir your spirit. A spark could turn into something lasting.  

Scorpio (23 October – 21 November)
Relationships are a key theme this month, with the Sun highlighting your one-to-one connections. You may need more space or freedom, especially around the 2nd. Still, Mercury’s clarity from the 10th helps you express your needs. The Full Moon on the 12th lands in your sign, drawing a line under something personal, an identity shift, ending, or emotional release. The mood becomes more practical from the 20th as you turn your focus to finances. Saturn’s move into Aries on the 24th calls for a more disciplined approach to your daily work and wellbeing over the next couple of years.  

Tarot Insight – Ten of Cups
This is a month for heartfelt connections. The Ten of Cups mirrors your horoscope’s theme of emotional fulfilment, particularly in love and family life. Harmony is within reach – let your guard down and cherish the moments that make you feel truly at home.  

Sagittarius (22 November – 21 December)
Early May is all about work-life balance. If you’ve been overdoing it, a digital detox or quiet time under the Full Moon on the 12th could help you reset. Partnerships gain momentum from the 20th, with the New Moon on the 26th bringing a fresh chapter in love or collaboration. Saturn enters Aries on the 24th, focusing your attention on romance, children, or creative endeavours. It’s time to get serious about what (or who) brings you joy.  

Tarot Insight – Nine of Pentacles
April brings a sense of accomplishment. The Nine of Pentacles reflects the independence, stability, and satisfaction that comes when hard work pays off. It’s a reminder to enjoy what you’ve created whether that’s financial security, personal peace, or a lifestyle you’ve built with care.  

Capricorn (22 December – 19 January)
The Sun highlights your creativity and love life this month, making it easier to enjoy yourself. Mercury’s presence from the 10th helps you express affection and tap into playful energy. A friendship or community tie may shift at the Full Moon on the 12th. From the 20th, work and health become a priority. The New Moon on the 26th is ideal for a fresh start with routines or a new wellness approach. Saturn enters Aries on the 24th, turning your focus to home and family. Over the next two years, you may settle, move or redefine your roots.  

Tarot Insight – The Star
The Star brings renewal and quiet hope. With Venus and Jupiter influencing your creativity zone, this card reminds you to reconnect with what inspires you. Whether through art, healing, or rest, trust that better days are ahead and you’re being guided by a higher light  

Aquarius (20 January – 18 February)
Home and family are the main focus in early May. Whether you’re moving, redecorating or reconnecting with loved ones, Mercury helps you find the right words from the 10th. A professional situation may come to a head around the Full Moon on the 12th. From the 20th, the mood lightens and romance, fun and creativity return. The New Moon on the 26th is wonderful for falling in love again, with a person, a passion, or life itself. As Saturn enters Aries on the 24th, you’ll begin a more structured phase around communication, study or local community involvement.  

Tarot Insight– Judgement
A powerful turning point. Judgement invites you to release the past and rise into something greater. This month’s astrology reflects movement and insight – and this card echoes the call to step into your truth, answer your own inner calling, and embrace the future with clarity.  

Pisces (19 February – 20 March)
You’re here, there and everywhere this month, with errands, catch-ups and conversations filling your diary. Mercury keeps you sharp from the 10th. The Full Moon on the 12th could bring closure or clarity around a belief, course, or travel plan. Home life takes centre stage from the 20th. A new chapter begins under the New Moon on the 26th, perhaps you’re decluttering, relocating or simply craving peace. Saturn’s shift into Aries on the 24th kicks off a two-year focus on finances. Slow and steady wins the race; it’s time to build firm foundations.  

Tarot Insight: The Lovers
Big choices lie ahead, but The Lovers asks you to make them from the heart. Whether this is about relationships, life direction, or aligning your values with your  

Melanie Harding is an experienced Astrologer, Tarot Reader, Intuitive Energy Healing Practitioner, Past Life Therapist, Reiki Master, Archetypal Consultant, Woods Dweller and the founder of Soul Healing Guidance. 

She helps clients worldwide in overcoming the obstacles that hold them back, helping them find their path forward in life 

Through in-person or remote Tarot and astrological readings, alongside intuitive healing sessions, she guide clients to deeply clear any blockages or negative patterns they might face, allowing them to realign with their inner truth and purposeful life journey. You can find out more at soulhealingguidance.co.uk 

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