April 2023 – Nexus Astrology

May starts with a shadow, as we are still amidst eclipse season, with a coming lunar eclipse. But also with Mercury transiting retrograde until the middle of the month, things will remain confusing and murky.

01/05/2023 12:44 Pluto retrograde 06°11’02” Capricorn
02/05/2023 04:19 Venus in Gemini
05/05/2023 13:34 Lunar Eclipse in Libra 20°41′
10/05/2023 04:19 Mars in Cancer
14/05/2023 23:17 Mercury direct 11°40’08” Aries
- 21/04/2023 04:34 Mercury retro 21°26’30” Aries
15/05/2023 02:15 Sun in Taurus
19/05/2023 11:53 New Moon in Taurus 04°14’36”
30/05/2023 10:09 Venus in Cancer

On the eclipse front, we can always expect the unexpected in regards to them, but this one has a special focus on change as it opposes Uranus. The eclipse will happen on the nakshatra of Vishaka, a very goal oriented star, that deals with doing whatever it takes to achieve a desire. So a focus on this eclipse is changing and doing what is necessary to achieve what we want.

The big message of this lunar eclipse is about facing our fears and getting the courage to go after our desires. Major changes might be needed to achieve that, and we could be dealing with conflict. But again, it is all about getting over obstacles, and rising above them.

With Mercury retrograde, until May 14th, we could be dealing with slowdowns in communications, miscommunications, issues and technical problems. It is not the best time for presenting ideas or negotiating contracts, if you can delay something until after this date, it is a good idea. Major changes in computer systems (major updates, for instance) should also be delayed, if possible.

On the very first day of May, Pluto will turn retrograde, transiting like this until October. As planets are about to change motion from direct to retrograde, or vice versa, they get into a slower state called stationary. Stationary planets leave an intense mark, becoming a strong influence on us with their energy and affairs.

Pluto has been stationary since about April 20th and it will stay like this until around May 12th. So this late April and early May period has a strong Pluto influence around it.

Pluto represents: Power, control, manipulation, secrets, obsessions, revenge. Big money, big government, big powerful institutions. Sex, corruption. Related to the energies of Scorpio and the 8th house.

On a mundane level, this Pluto influence deals a lot with unhinged action by those in power. Aggression, quarrels, disagreement are all things on the table. Similarly, efforts of censorship and manipulation could intensify now.

On a personal level, the combined energy of Pluto and the coming lunar eclipse signals a key moment for dealing with power. Are we in control of our lives or are we letting others control us? This is a great moment for reassessing and taking control of your life and choices.

Later this month, Mars will enter the sign of Cancer, transiting there from May 10th until June 30th. This is the worst sign for Mars. Mars in Cancer deals with emotional action, lack of logic, impulsiveness, violence and weakness. With Mars transiting here, people could be prone to anger, violence or to acting out in general. So we should be careful not to provoke or cause conflict. In some levels, this is also a time to slow down and think before we act.

On May 19th, we will have a New Moon in Taurus, in the nakshatra of Krittika. This is a star related to secrecy and protection. So a big focus on this New Moon will be about sheltering and protecting the precious things in our lives, we could be thinking about something or someone dear that needs our care. We could also reveal something that has bothered us alone for a long time, this could be a time to share the load with others.

Overall, May will start with some slowdowns and it might deal with some surprises, as we are still dealing with the energies of the eclipses. Specially early in the month, we could be seeing or dealing with power plays, provocations or other obstacles. Whether we persevere over these problems, or we let them run our lives is the big question of early May. Later in the month, we get into the influence of Mars in Cancer, which will be with us until the end of June. This is not the best influence, although it signals a good time for a break or rest. June will share this Mars influence, and it will be another interesting month on itself.

On a mundane level, I believe May could show some turning points and issues on a global level. A lot of the energies this month (the lunar eclipse, Pluto emphasized and Mars) deal with power, so issues with politicians and those in power could become prominent now. Early in the month, with Mercury retrograde, issues with technology could appear. Things like data leaks, security exploits, or outages. Later in the month, with Mars in Cancer we could see intensified rhetoric and conflict around the world, exacerbating a lot of our issues. It is not an easy time, but making change is never easy.

Jupiter’s transit is always an important marker in Astrology, as this planet takes about a year to transit a sign, marking one of the main influences of a given year. In the sign of Aries, Jupiter’s transit becomes very interesting this time, as it will conjoin both Rahu and Uranus.

Jupiter in Aries transit: 21/04/23-01/05/24
Jupiter-Rahu years: 1980, 1987, 1994, 2001, 2009, 2016
Jupiter-Uranus years: 1983, 1997, 2010, 2024

Jupiter and Rahu conjoin about every 7-8 years, with the last occurrence of this conjunction being in 2016. Jupiter-Rahu promotes a lot of agitation, specially in regards to politics and the economy. The years where this conjunction happened were usually moments of major political shifts, such as the victory of Ronald Reagan in 1980 (also the return of Indira Gandhi as Prime Minister of India), and the victory of Donald Trump in 2016. On an economic level, this aspect was effective around 2008-2009, near the last global financial crash.

Jupiter and Uranus are conjunct every 14 years. Jupiter tends to expand everything it touches, Uranus deals with freedom, technology and new ideas. This conjunction happened around 1928, when Penicillin was discovered, as well as 1969 near the Moon Landing. Uranus is not directly linked with politics, but it gets that association from its quest for freedom, representing rebellion and protests.

Overall, both of these influences to Jupiter will be promoting turmoil, agitation and protests around the world. We could see major political movements and rebellions. A strong sense of dissatisfaction could dominate right now. Adding fuel to the fire, Jupiter’s transit will trigger the recent Eclipses in the sign of Aries and Libra, bringing forth intense events related to those Eclipses.

This transit of Jupiter in 2023 and 2024 shows a year of transformation, change and conflict. Aries isn’t the most diplomatic of signs, so this could be a time for strong stances and disagreement. Partnerships will be questioned or even broken. The current US vs Russia/China conundrum will be a key expression of this, on a mundane level. But we will see other expressions on a local level, with divides and surprises on politics.

On a personal level, this transit signals a time to break free and express yourself, without hang-ups, in the area ruled by Aries in your chart. This is a good year for making changes, as we will have the courage and willingness to do it.

Below we have transit predictions for all the 12 signs, please read in accordance to your Ascendant or Moon sign:

Aries: This is a key year for Aries, with Jupiter in the 1st house. With Uranus here for about 6 years, and Rahu here around last year, you’ve been going through many changes lately. This coming year could be a time of culmination, as well as many opportunities. Huge changes in your life are possible, you should enjoy and make the best of your opportunities.
Taurus: With Jupiter in the 12th, this is not the best time for new beginnings, a lot in your life right now deals with closure and endings. Discarding old things, releasing yourself from outlived pursuits, and abandoning the past figure strongly now. For Taurus, the big change coming now deals with releasing themselves from the past and old attachments. Jupiter in your 1st house in 2024-2025 will give you plenty of opportunities to start fresh, now it is the moment to clean house before it.
Gemini: A lot of movement in your social life is possible this year, with many events, maybe new friends or groups coming into your life. You might also come into a new perspective on your big goals, or big desires in life. Financial opportunities could be strong this year.
Cancer: Good opportunities in your career could arise this year. You could also be thinking about making a big change or a big move, maybe a change of path or a new way of looking into things.
Leo: The 9th house deals a lot with your worldview and perspective. So a huge shift in how you deal and see life could change this year. New ideas can come into your life this year. Also a great year for opportunities coming into your life. A big change in your father’s life is possible this year.
Virgo: Jupiter enters your 8th house, of transformation, along with two planets that represent transformation. This could be a strong year for change in your life. Things might not be as easy, but you can learn a lot now. This is a great time to seek help, find counseling or other healing activities.
Libra: Your relationships could change a lot this year. You are likely to meet and deal with unusual people, maybe foreigners, that seem to provide you with the fresh insight that you needed in your life. New business partnerships are possible, as well as new romantic relationships.
Scorpio: A lot of things could be happening with your career this year, your work life will tend to have a lot of movement now. Changes in your career are possible, with new opportunities. Putting in long hours could come into play now, but it will tend to pay off. Health wise, this would be a good time for a check-up.
Sagittarius: New creative opportunities could come into play now, with fresh perspectives and ideas helping you come out of your shell. Educational possibilities could similarly arise. Your love life could improve as well.
Capricorn: With your 4th house in focus, a lot is happening on your inner world and personal life. You could be reassessing your life, or changes in your personal responsibilities could come into play now. If you struggle with work-life balance, this could be a great moment of change. Dealing with your emotions is a very good idea this year. This could also be a great time for improving your relationship with your family.
Aquarius: Communication projects could advance a lot this year, with new opportunities for expanding your knowledge and network. Maybe you enroll on a new course, maybe you launch some new project, whatever it is, it will expand your thinking a lot. You could be traveling a lot or you could move into a new house this year.
Pisces: This could be a great moment for increasing your income, as a lot of financial opportunities seem to come your way now. Learning a new language could be a good pursuit now. Your relationship with your parents could change, with a fresh perspective there.

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