Your Weekly Horoscope for May 4 to 10, 2025

You’re making progress and feeling supported in your weekly horoscope for May 4 to 10, 2025. The week starts off with a first quarter moon in Leo on May 4, bringing you back to the new moon in Taurus that took place on April 27. What intentions did you set around that time? This is your moment to spring into action! With the first quarter moon taking place in Leo, you’re feeling encouraged to follow your heart and chase after your dreams. On the same day, Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius, highlighting some of your fears and insecurities. There are parts of yourself that you’re working on, and it’s possible you might feel slightly triggered today. This isn’t the time to beat yourself up, but to accept and be more aware of the feelings you tend to ignore.

Positive news finds you when Mercury in Aries mingles with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. Conversations feel uplifting and inspiring, and it’s a great day to surround yourself with the people you love most. People are also feeling open-minded, and you could help expand someone’s worldview or perspective. Then, you’re diving deep in your relationships when Venus in Aries connects with Pluto in Aquarius on May 6. You’re exploring trust and intimacy in new ways, which can bring you closer to friends, lovers, and everyone in between. Engaging with your creative mind and hobbies can also feel healing and cathartic.

On the same day, you’re focused on your healing journey when Mercury in Aries meets with Chiron in Aries at the same point in the sky. Conversations with others feel raw, tender, and possibly triggering; you could learn information that makes you feel insecure or sensitive. You must feel in order to heal, and spending time with the emotions and memories that bubble up to the surface today can help you release the past and identify habits or patterns you’re ready to work on.

The week wraps up with Mercury, the planet of communication, moving into Taurus on May 10. Over the next few weeks, people will be more stubborn and attached to their ideas, thoughts, and opinions. Communication can also take more time, but this is because people are being incredibly thoughtful before answering texts or agreeing to plans. You’ll know someone is in it for the long haul if they make a commitment during this time! You might also be more focused on your relationship with security and your finances, and spend more of your mental energy reflecting on and embodying your personal values.

Looking for even more cosmic insights? Check out your full May horoscope, or your 2025 romance horoscope.

Key astrological events for your weekly horoscope:

• Sunday, May 4 First quarter moon in Leo
• Sunday, May 4: Pluto stations retrograde in Aquarius
• Monday, May 5: Moon enters Virgo
• Monday, May 5: Mercury in Aries sextile Jupiter in Gemini
• Tuesday, May 6: Venus in Aries sextile Pluto in Aquarius
• Tuesday, May 6: Mercury in Aries conjunct Chiron in Aries
• Thursday, May 8: Moon enters Libra
• Saturday, May 10: Mercury enters Taurus
• Saturday, May 10: Moon enters Scorpio

Aries

You’re returning to the drawing board, Aries, once Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. A dream you’ve had for yourself might not feel as fulfilling as it once did-–perhaps it doesn’t feel aligned with who you’ve become and your current priorities. This is an opportunity to regroup and focus your precious energy on what feels the most fulfilling. You could also confront some power struggles in a friendship or have a deep and honest conversation with someone you care about.

A personal goal is taking shape and you’re feeling excited about what comes next when Mercury, in your sign, meets with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. You could also learn exciting news or receive a new opportunity or invitation. This energy is also great for socializing and receiving attention online, so if you’ve been wanting to go viral, this is your moment! 

Once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10, you’re more focused on your finances. Perhaps you’re considering applying to new jobs or pursuing another career path altogether. This can be a productive time for negotiations and asking for a raise, and also for coming up with a budget and sticking with it!

Taurus

It’s time to release the urge to people please, Taurus, once Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. You’re thinking deeply about your life decisions and current trajectory. Are you living up to someone else’s standards and expectations, or are you centering your desires? This can help you call your power back and live in alignment with what feels most authentic and meaningful to you—regardless of what anyone else thinks. You might also deal with power struggles in some of your key relationships.

A money-making idea can come through during a meditation session when Mercury in Aries teams up with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. If meditating isn’t your thing, all you need to do is slow down and spend some time alone. When you tune out other people’s opinions today, you can have a profound moment of clarity that brings more assurance and security your way.

You’re the main character once Mercury, the planet of communication, moves into your sign on May 10. The next few weeks offer you a cosmic permission slip to focus on your needs and goals. This can be a great time to brainstorm and come up with plans for your future. Your communication skills also get a boost, and people are eating up what you have to say and share! You’re also making important personal decisions about your relationships and life path.

Gemini

Conversations go deep, Gemini, when Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. You could learn news that shifts your perspective, or maybe you’re getting in touch with some of your more raw and vulnerable feelings. You might also address power struggles or dynamics in a relationship, as well. Turning to a subject that you enjoy and deciding to pursue it could also feel liberating and transformative.

One of your friends might have a sweet surprise for you when Mercury in Aries teams up with Jupiter, in your sign, on May 5. Sharing your deepest desires with those you love and trust can help put you in the right place at the right time. This energy is also lovely for socializing, meeting a potential lover through a friend, or sharing your beliefs or feelings with the world. You have the potential to gain attention for your words and ideas, so speak freely and confidently! 

Your intuition is louder than ever once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10! The next few weeks help you reconnect with your spiritual side and hone your relationship with your intuitive mind. Your dreams might also be more vivid and full of messages and symbolism. Your responsibilities can pick up, which might make you feel more exhausted—so, it will be important to set necessary boundaries.

Cancer

Some of your fears surface, Cancer, when Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. Have you been avoiding feelings of jealousy or giving into projections and insecurities? It’s okay—you’re human! Let this be a wake-up call to focus on your inner work and healing if you’re veering into any self-sabotage. Opening up to those you love and trust can also strengthen your ties. You might also address unspoken power dynamics in a personal or professional relationship, as well.

You’re working on something exciting behind the scenes when Mercury in Aries mingles with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. Maybe you learn about an opportunity but you’re not ready to share it with others, or perhaps you receive a compliment or recognition from someone unexpected. Interactions with others today can feel affirming and like you’re on the right path—keep going!

You’ve got a bright idea you’re ready to go all-in on once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10. This can put you in a social and collaborative mood; maybe you want to join forces with a friend and start a podcast, or perhaps you’re ready to take a shot at TikTok fame. You’re spending more of your mental energy on your dreams, and seeing results in the process.

Leo

Your relationships are under the microscope, Leo, thanks to Pluto going retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. Feelings of jealousy, control, or even obsession can pop up. You might need to confront unhealthy power struggles, or acknowledge and take responsibility for a relationship pattern that you’re ready to leave in the past.

The positive news you’ve been waiting for finally arrives when Mercury in Aries meets with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. You’re feeling supported and conversations go smoothly. This is a great day to share your thoughts, feelings, beliefs, and ideas with others. People can’t get enough of what you have to say!

You’re making important life decisions once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10. You could learn news about work, or maybe you’re ready to ask for a raise! This can also bring more attention your way, and you’re focused on reaching some of your goals and milestones. New, important people might enter your life, and you’re entertaining some ideas that encourage you to chase after a different goal and move in another direction.

Virgo

Your daily life and routine is under construction, Virgo, once Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. You’re owning up to the patterns and habits in your life that you’re ready to change. This can help you make small tweaks that will impact your life in a huge way! You might also need to set a boundary, or step away from a commitment or obligation that’s left you feeling worn down and unappreciated. 

Someone is ready to invest in you and your ideas once Mercury in Aries mingles with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. Maybe you learn about a new opportunity, or perhaps you have a meaningful conversation with someone that makes you feel seen and grateful. This is also productive energy, and you can make a lot of progress toward some of your long-term goals.

You’re full of inspiration and ideas once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10. You’re reconnecting with your voice and feeling more confident speaking your truth. Your mind is also curious and you’re soaking up knowledge through books, travel, and lived experience. You’re ready to try something new and take risks!

Libra

No one benefits when you play small, Libra, and that’s the message that you’re receiving once Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. If you’ve been fearful of sharing your gifts with others, this is your reminder that the world needs your creative talents. You could also experience a profound shift in a romantic relationship, or in your relationship with your inner child.

You’re discussing the future with the important people in your life when Mercury in Aries teams up with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. Maybe you’re sharing your hopes for the future with a lover, or booking fun travel plans with a BFF. News you learn today is favorable and uplifting. It’s a great day to put yourself out there—the universe is on your side!

Your investments are top of mind once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10. Maybe you’re coming up with a plan to pay down some debt, or you’re in the midst of negotiating a new contract. This can also be a busy time for getting paperwork in order and having conversations about financial expectations in your closest relationships. Emotionally, you’re diving deep and ready to do some inner work.

Scorpio

You’re ready to face the past, Scorpio, once Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. Big emotions can emerge, and you might be sorting through old feelings and memories. This can stir up some tension with family members, and ask you to set boundaries or confront hidden truths. You’re addressing power dynamics in your relationships, and ready to speak your truth even if it means going against what a family member believes is best. It’s time to put your needs first.

You made a change to some of your habits and it’s finally sticking once Mercury in Aries connects with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. You’re feeling like you’re in a groove and making small, incremental progress toward a goal. This is also very productive energy for getting tedious work done and feeling accomplished by the end of the day.

Should you stay or go? You’re thinking more about your longterm relationships and commitments once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10. If you’re in a couple, you could discuss the next steps in your relationship; if you’re single, you could meet someone with lasting potential. You’re also craving more intimate interactions with people and want to spend one-on-one quality time with those you cherish most.

Sagittarius

It’s time to share one of your secrets, Sagittarius, when Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. You could have conversations that go deep or center on taboo topics. Old memories and feelings can resurface, and you’re exploring some of your more uncomfortable emotions. This can feel triggering, but also cathartic. Working on a writing project or journaling can also be healing and illuminating. 

You’re feeling hopeful about what comes next when Mercury in Aries links up with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. You’re making plans with important people in your life—whether that’s landing a new business contract or discussing your desires with a lover. Conversations and interactions with others are going smoothly right now, so put yourself out there!

Responsibilities are piling up once Mercury enters Taurus on May 10. It’s possible you’ve said “yes” one too many times and you’re feeling the weight of your decisions. Setting boundaries will be helpful to protect your time and energy. You’re also more focused on making small, daily changes and decisions that will bring you long-lasting results over time.

Capricorn

Imposter syndrome might be creeping up on you, Capricorn, once Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. You might face some of your fears and insecurities or have a revelation that you’re letting the tiny voices in your head win. It’s also possible there’s a change regarding your financial situation, or maybe you’re dealing with power struggles at work.

You’re feeling grateful for your support system when Mercury in Aries mingles with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. Conversations with your family and friends can leave you feeling grounded and appreciated. The energy is also productive, and you’re able to cross some annoying tasks off your to-do list.

You’re feeling flirty once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10. The next few weeks bring you extra luck when it comes to dating. You could reignite the spark in a relationship and explore some of your unspoken desires. Singles also have higher chances of meeting a new romantic connection. You’re also full of inspiration, and it’s prime time to make progress on creative goals—you might learn some positive news over the next few weeks, too.

Aquarius

Are you showing up fully, Aquarius? That’s the question to ask yourself once Pluto goes retrograde, in your sign, on May 4. If you’ve been repressing part of yourself to keep others comfortable, this is your wake-up call! You deserve to take up space and be seen for exactly who you are and to go after what you desire. This can stir up unspoken power struggles in your close relationships, but also highlight connections that might have unhealthy dynamics. 

You’re hearing a “yes” once Mercury in Aries teams up with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. The green light you’ve been waiting for is finally here, and you’re feeling excited to take the next step. This is also a great day to go on a first date, tell someone you love them, or even apply to a job. Luck is on your side—all you have to do is take a chance! 

You’re feeling sentimental when Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10. You could spend more time reminiscing about the past, or maybe you’re revisiting your childhood home or spending more time with family or friends from when you were younger. You’re also thinking about your family line, and any cycles or patterns that have impacted who you are today. Decisions about your living situation can also unfold over the next few weeks.

Pisces

You’ve got an all-access pass to your subconscious, Pisces, when Pluto goes retrograde in Aquarius on May 4. You might start to recognize a pattern or habit that’s overstayed its welcome. You know that this will be a gradual process and can stir up big feelings as you let go of the past. Don’t pressure yourself to make all the changes today, but holding yourself accountable is the first step.

Here come the payments you’ve been waiting for once Mercury in Aries teams up with Jupiter in Gemini on May 5. A check that was delayed could finally show up, or maybe you’re finalizing a negotiation process. Conversations bring you a deeper sense of security, and you could receive compliments that feel reassuring and boost your self-esteem.

You’re booked and busy once Mercury moves into Taurus on May 10. Your social calendar is full and you’re in high demand. You could spend more time with friends, and you’re also feeling more curious, too. You might decide to sign up for a class or get more involved in your local community. This can also help you shake limiting beliefs and shift your mindset.