Aries Monthly Horoscope May 2022

Aries (Born March 21 to 31)
AND Aries Ascendant from 0 to 10 degrees Aries:

May 2022 Aries Horoscope: Love, Career, & General Trends

May 2022

The Sun this Month: Central Focus, Consciousness

Until May 20th:

The Sun continues to transit your solar second house. This is the most "financial" period of the year for you. You might have a more materialistic view of life for the time being, or you have an increased interest in your own possessions, during this cycle. You are more attracted to objects and possessions that give you a sense of comfort, status, or luxury now.

You probably should be on the lookout for a tendency to create your own financial stress due to extravagant spending habits. At this point in the year, you are unlikely to take many risks, however, and you can be quite resistant to change. This is a time when "comfort zones" are more important to you than usual--you value the familiar.

From May 20th forward:

The Sun is illuminating your communications sector now, suggesting "busy-ness" and movement. You are exploring and searching, making connections, and paying more attention to your immediate environment. Social interaction is in emphasis during this period, and is, for the most part, light-hearted.

Give other people a little extra time and attention, notice their efforts on your behalf, and strengthen your connections. You are more curious and alert than usual, and you could be quite busy with errands, paperwork, phone calls, and light socializing. Much energy is expended in understanding and adapting to your immediate environment. Siblings, neighbors, close relatives, friends, and co-workers may play a more important role than usual in your life during this cycle.

You are more interested in exploring your own neighborhood than you are of something entirely new. This is not a time of big adventure-seeking! Rather, it's a time of little adventures close to home.

Neither is this a time when you are especially focused. In fact, you could have a finger in many pies right now. You are especially resourceful, and you could find yourself enjoying (or seeking) attention for your intellectual know-how. The ability to express and communicate your ideas is extremely important to you at this time. You are eager to investigate new things, whether scientific or technical.

Eclipse

A Lunar Eclipse occurs on May 16th:

A general rule of thumb regarding eclipses is to avoid major decision-making in the week before and after an eclipse. This is because new information that could change our perspective often is revealed in the week after the eclipse. There is absolutely no need to suspend projects already in progress. Essentially, it's better to take in right now--to observe and get in touch with feelings.

This Lunar Eclipse stimulates your solar eighth house. Surprises surrounding intimate matters, shared finances and resources, or financial support may be in store. Something that has been "in hiding" or brewing under the surface of things comes to light, or there is a significant fruition or culmination. This could manifest as, for example, the need to make a financial settlement or large payment, the paying off of a loan, the loss of financial support, a change in your spouse's status (or ex-spouse's status if child support or alimony is given), a circumstance that calls for you to support someone, and other such possibilities. Do your best to avoid letting emotions overrule good judgment when it comes to spending or financial matters.

Venus this Month: Love, Romance, Social Life, Comfort, Pleasure

From May 2-27: 

You could find it hard to deny yourself much of anything during this cycle! This is a time when you naturally let loose your softer, receptive side. Romantic matters, as well as pleasure-seeking activities, come to the fore now. You are more likely to pay closer attention to your physical appearance and mannerisms, aiming to improve and enhance your attractiveness. Others find you especially agreeable and cooperative. You are more gracious, well-behaved (superficial if you are not careful!), and likable now. Take advantage! It's a time when you turn heads, and it's also a period for extra attention to pleasures, pampering, and enjoyment.

From May 28th: 

Venus transits your solar second house and, as the natural ruler of the second house, Venus feels right "at home" here. This is a rather content position for Venus, although there can be some restlessness when it comes to money and spending it—you are more inclined to want more things around you! Financial security and enjoyment of the good things in life are important to you, although you also value simple pleasures. The ability to relate well with others might enhance your own personal finances during this period. You may find yourself in a position in which there is a blending of financial matters with social or public affairs. This is a stable position for love matters and close relationships. You value those who make you feel comfortable, and familiarity is more important to you than someone new during this cycle.

Mercury this Month: Communications, Learning, Connections, Transportation

Until the 21st:

Mercury continues to move through your solar third house. Mercury feels right at home in the third house. Your mind is especially inquisitive during this cycle, when learning, short trips, and other forms of communication and making connections, appeal strongly. Some are fidgety or nervous during this cycle, perhaps due to increased errand-running, phone calls, or information overload. Others enjoy the challenge of tackling a variety of subjects.

As well, talking, writing, and studying can be good ways to handle stress. It's a great time to pick up information from your environment and the people in it. Your mind is often distracted, particularly when required to stick to routine, so this is not the best transit for focusing on one task or project. You might spend a lot of time in your car making short frequent trips, running errands, communicating with siblings and neighbors, and visiting friends and relatives.

Mercury is retrograde from May 10th to June 3rd:

All Mercury retrograde cycles particularly affect you in terms of communications in general and job or health-related communications because Mercury rules these areas of your life. There can be delays or rethinking with these matters.

Occurring in your solar second and third houses this time, extra care should be exercised when it comes to new financial initiatives, composing letters, emails, and phone calls, as well as communicating with neighbors and siblings. Back up your computer and allow sufficient time for delays or transportation mishaps when going for appointments. As well, it would be wise to choose your words carefully. What you say or write can too easily be misinterpreted during this period. There may be the need to revisit old, nagging issues regarding personal finances. Take this time to re-budget instead of making premature purchases. Hold off on decision-making regarding money. Instead, take the time to re-think your sources of income and how you spend your cash during this period, but put off finalizing anything important for the time being. In fact, some money-making ideas or ventures may be put on hold due to circumstances beyond your control. It would be wise to be especially clear when it comes to communicating with co-workers, neighbors, and acquaintances, or take this time to re-examine issues rather than communicating about them prematurely.

Mars this Month: Energy, Drive, Courage

Until May 24th:

Mars continues to energize your solar twelfth house now. While Mars occupies the twelfth house, asserting yourself in a direct and straightforward manner can be difficult. This is largely due to a feeling of not being in touch with what it is you want or desire just for the time being as you reassess your goals and needs.

This lack of direction and self-knowledge should prompt you to look within to learn about your desires. It is likely that you will be much clearer when Mars reaches your first house. For the time being, take some time for rest and give your ego a break.

From May 24th forward:

You are able to stand your ground and assert yourself more than usual during this transit of Mars through your solar first house. You have energy at your disposal to move your plans forward, and you are more enterprising. You want to leave your mark on the world in some way--however big or small--and you are more able to make an impression than usual. If circumstances are such, you are able to easily fight back. In fact, you may be somewhat combative under this influence, and you may have a short temper.

Avoid being pushy. Take charge of your life, but don't bulldoze over others in the process! This is an excellent transit for assertiveness and physical vitality. Love affairs may also be stepped up during this period. On the rare occasion when an accident occurs, it is more likely to involve the head or face.

Overview Horoscope:

May 2022 Monthly Horoscope Overview for Aries:

You're getting your bearings in key ways this month, dear Aries, and sorting out money or belongings can be part of this. There can be a stronger focus on personal finances, possessions, resources, and business. You could discover ways to increase your income or your earning potential, or there can be new beginnings with money and personal possessions. Venus, Mars, and Jupiter enter your sign in May, and as the month advances, it becomes livelier!

First, a Jupiter-Pluto aspect occurs, and it encourages you to look at a challenging matter or something that you've had problems digesting in a more positive light. Releasing a burden can be satisfying now. Your intuition, compassion, or work you did in the past can benefit your current career or reputation. You can get a real sense that if you shine some light on areas of your life that you've kept hidden or that have left you feeling guilty, you'll work more wholeheartedly and feel stronger professionally. It's a time to put a problem behind you, and you can be quite determined to improve your life further.

Good energy is with you for taking a look at your finances. You're more proactive, dealing with problems before they get a chance to grow. The need to overcome problem areas or get past something is powerful, so take advantage. There can be a feeling of wanting to make your luck and opportunities. It's also a time for innovation and inspiration with your business, finances, creativity, and talents.

You're taking care of business and taking more pride in your work, possessions, and ability to earn or improve your life. A Solar Eclipse has just occurred in your resources sector, and this month is great for starting fresh and taking charge, particularly of a business, project, or money matters and spending habits.

Venus is in your sign from the 2-28, and your personal appeal runs high. Others are drawn to you more than usual. Your ruler, Mars, later moves into Aries (on the 24th), and you can feel re-energized, more courageous, and ready for action.

Perhaps the biggest headline is Jupiter's move into Aries on May 10th. It's a longer-term influence that brings you out of your shell, and it's exciting! This Jupiter transit comes in two parts, the first of which runs from May 10-October 28. Your confidence increases, and you seek more freedom to express and enjoy yourself during this cycle. New ideas and interests can be exciting. It's a time when you naturally put more faith in yourself and your capabilities.

These influences bring your personality, charm, and attractiveness into the spotlight. Others notice you, and you feel a little more decided and confident. A partner or good friend tends to be on the same page as you, more attentive, and more willing to let you take the lead.

Before these transits of planets in Aries, it's a good time to examine whether some projects and attitudes have outgrown their value. It's also a time to listen to your heart and intuition to better judge where to direct your energies, now and in the future, as changes are imminent.

Around the Lunar Eclipse on the 16th, you are opening your eyes to dependencies, matters of support and sharing, and financial realities. This eclipse brings buried or long-brewing situations to the surface. While resolutions may not come just yet, events and realizations can get the ball rolling.

The Sun heads into your communications sector on the 20th, and it's a time of increased curiosity, learning, and mental activity in your life. Mercury is retrograde this month from the 10th onward, complicating some communications. The impetus is to reach out and communicate more than usual, but there can be obstacles in your way. Even so, this cycle encourages you to explore different ideas, learn new things, or develop current studies and interests. It can also be a time for rediscovering an old interest or recognizing that a current project, venture, or personal interest is no longer serving you well. Ideas now can spark a long-term project, but it's all very new and not yet mature, so pay attention but take your time with decisions. Exercise patience for best results.

On the 28-29, your planetary ruler, Mars, aligns with the planet of plenty, Jupiter, in your sign! It's a time of approaching the world more directly and boldly, and you can feel as if you're winding up and filling up with initiative and courage. You might experience a burst of physical or competitive energy. Aim to use this power wisely. It's an excellent time for your charisma, sense of enterprise, and initiative. You can feel strongly about doing something on your own or at your own pace, and taking the lead seems to come most naturally right now.

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