Mars in Cancer sextile Uranus in Taurus 12th May 2021

Mars at 11 degrees 20 minutes Cancer is sextile Uranus at 11 degrees 20 minutes Taurus at 2.47 am GMT 3.47 am BST 12th May 2021.

An assertive approach to defend what is nurtured may lead to the breaking of long standing rules. Instinct rather than logic influences the initiation of action that veers towards being experimental; but common sense is not ignored. Rebellion against restrictions placed by those who want to avoid change and upheaval is stimulated by a feeling that something has to be done to protect what is vulnerable to harm. Those who want to protect Mother Earth may be emboldened to make radical change into reality.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.

Mercury in Gemini trine Saturn in Aquarius 12th May 2021

Mercury at 13 degrees 26 minutes Gemini is trine Saturn at 13 degrees 26 minutes Aquarius at 6.34 pm GMT 7.34 pm BST 12th May 2021.

Inventing new schemes and methods to get organised to make it easier to deal with important responsibilities is favoured at the moment. Learning new skills to reduce reliance on those who until now knew more than you did should also progress well. Seeking advice from those who you wouldn’t normally contact, who have the benefit of knowledge gained from experience can be very interesting and helpful to your current situation. If it’s necessary, this transit is constructive for applying your mind to studying and concentrating on work that is mentally demanding.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021

Venus in Taurus square Jupiter in Aquarius 8th May 2021

Venus at 29 degrees 22 minutes Taurus is square Jupiter at 29 degrees 22 minutes Aquarius at 1.39 pm GMT 2.39 pm BST 8th May 2021.

There is a strong draw to self-indulgence and enjoyment from socialising with as many people as possible, but there can be trouble if there are tasks that have to be done when you’re not motivated to do them. Bragging and exaggerating in social interactions is not advisable as this can lead you into situations that are unpredictable and overwhelming. Take care of your finances when shopping, because there is the risk of wasting your money on what you usually wouldn’t buy and can’t or won’t use in the near future.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.

Venus in Taurus trine retrograde Pluto in Capricorn 6th May 2021

Venus at 26 degrees 47 minutes Taurus is trine retrograde Pluto at 26 degrees 47 minutes Capricorn at 11.21 am GMT 12.21 pm BST 6th May 2021.

Practical transformations can be made that can make your life easier. A worthwhile achievement can be made and there is the potential for money to be earned if you make the effort to do something constructive. Restrictions that affect your ability to make some positive transformations in your life can be easily dealt with, if you persevere with long term plans that can bring the rewards you seek. What you value and what appeals to you steers you in the direction of reviewing what you can eliminate to make your life more pleasant. A desire for wealth and good quality possessions is only satisfied by being stubborn and persevering to get what you want; this is easily done without upsetting people by using persuasion or flattery.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.

Sun in Taurus square Saturn in Aquarius 3rd May 2021

The Sun at 13 degrees 12 minutes Taurus is square Saturn at 13 degrees 12 minutes Aquarius at 10.02 am GMT 11.02 am BST 3rd May 2021.

It’s possible to find yourself stuck in a rut when you least expect and a lot of effort will be needed to gain freedom from the restrictions placed upon you. Obligations and responsibilities that have to be fulfilled will feel like a burden that you can do without. This is not the most relaxing transit for those who have given in to the trappings of laziness recently. For those who don’t feel they have the time and energy to do the work they’re supposed to do could be in for a shock if they ignore it, as the consequences of not doing so could have a cost in the long-term.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.

Mercury in Taurus square Jupiter in Aquarius 3rd May 2021

Mercury at 28 degrees 41 minutes Taurus is square Jupiter at 28 degrees 41 minutes Aquarius at 9.34 am GMT 10.34 am BST 3rd May 2021.

Although there is the intention to make big plans for the future that involve radical change, the practicalities of making them materialize isn’t as straight-forward as you would like. There will be plenty of stumbling blocks that could be created unnecessarily if you don’t attend to vital details quickly enough. Geeing all the information arranged to enable you to be productive may feel like a frustrating battle, due to the volume of what comes your way when you least expect it. Assistance from those who want to help may have good intentions but may be of little use to you. Sure the wisdom they are willing to share could be ideas that you wouldn’t have considered, but they’re not what you need right now.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.

Venus in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces 2nd May 2021

Venus at 22 degrees 27 minutes Taurus is sextile Neptune at 22 degrees 27 minutes Pisces at 10.39 pm GMT 11.39 pm BST 2nd May 2021.

A combination of common sense and idealism can help you to make the most of opportunities to use creativity that can be productive and inspired. You may find that you’re able to keep your feet on the ground and reach for the stars at the same time. Although you may feel that you don’t quite know what you’re doing or where you’re going, it can be an enjoyable experience, even if it can be hard work. Emotional responses to what you desire are likely to be reasonable rather than unobtainable. Let your intuition give guidance when to have your feet on the ground and when to have your head in the clouds, if you want to get the best out of this transit.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.

Mercury in Taurus trine retrograde Pluto in Capricorn 2nd May 2021

Mercury at 26 degrees 48 minutes Taurus is trine retrograde Pluto at 26 degrees 48 minutes Capricorn at 9.17 am GMT 10.17 am BST 2nd May 2021.

The ability to be patient and concentrate on important matters that need to be taken seriously is supported by this transit. Common sense and rationality makes what are usually difficult decisions become straight-forward. If you have to be cruel to be kind it should go without a hitch. Mental stability and persistence to obtain useful information gives you the potential to review what you can do to evolve. A second chance to view where you should be a little ruthless to eliminate what can hold you back may alter your way of thinking, to change what usually gets you stuck in a rut.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.

Sun conjunction Uranus in Taurus 30th April 2021

The Sun is conjunction Uranus at 10 degrees 41 minutes Taurus at 7.54 pm GMT 8.54 pm BST 30th April 2021.

Breaking out of the restrictions of predictability by alleviating yourself of long practiced habits could be a strengthening experience. Elements of what has been adhered to as a part of your identity can suddenly change into a completely different state. It may appear to be destabilising at first but could in a weird way provide stability in the future. All in all this may be an exciting time that encourages rebellion, especially against authority.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.

Mercury in Taurus sextile Neptune in Pisces 30th April 2021

Mercury at 22 degrees 22 minutes Taurus is sextile Neptune at 22 degrees 22 minutes Pisces at 2.27 am GMT 3.27 am BST 30th April 2021.

A practical state of mind works nicely with creative and visionary ideas; they should prove to be successful. Very little anxiety is felt right now if you’re uncertain or vague in what you plan to do. This is because you will be able to have a clear head to make sense of what was previously misunderstood. Taking your time to think about what to do can help you to deal with confusion. Interaction with people who are able to offer sensible advice can provide some stability; especially if there are emotional and sensitive issues that have been playing on your mind.

© Sarah Cochrane 2021.