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Astrology Update
An update for 26th May 2025, by Patricia Godden
The orbit of Neptune is about 164 years. As the planet only moved into Aries a couple of months ago, this is a new experience for everyone. Aries is the first sign of the zodiac and often linked with new ventures. Neptune is associated with the imagination, vision, ideals and illusions but sometimes also muddle, deceit and delusion. While Neptune is in Aries, many old, preconceived ways could be surpassed.
The fashion world, art, music and films are all allied with Neptune so while it is in Aries, there could be courageous and innovative progress in the arts. However, at times, things may not always be what they appear to be. There may be new ways to create illusions. Discernment may help to identify what is real, authentic and genuine from what is fake.
Spirituality is another facet of life that can be linked with Neptune. While Neptune is in Aries, there could be new avenues for exploring the subtle realms of life, beliefs and spirituality. There may be an expansion of consciousness previously not even considered. This might include finding new ways to express the love of, and for, the divine in all life.
While some of this may appear nebulous or unsubstantiated, the presence of Saturn in Aries can help apply new ideas so they may be brought into practical reality. Saturn promotes discernment and the ability to differentiate what might be useful from what is unrealistic. This can be a great help while going beyond known and previously accepted boundaries of life.
Rather than waiting for other people to say what is worthwhile, individuals may feel they want to make their own decisions. This is part of personal responsibility and very much linked with Saturn in Aries. Patience and thoroughness are other ways in which Saturn may help to balance and ground the aspirations of Neptune.
Saturn and Neptune interact harmoniously with the Sun and Mercury, which are at the beginning of Gemini, and Uranus in Taurus. There can be careful but compassionate consideration of the multitude of different ideas that contribute to the search for truth. These may be factors when pondering on what is for the highest good of all, both personal and other parts of life.
The new Moon in Gemini is on the 27th May. As Mercury and Jupiter are also in this sign at this time, thoughts and discussions may cover not only everyday subjects but also more philosophical topics. So much wisdom can be gained by integrating both areas. It might be thought of as the interaction between the microcosm and the macrocosm. Neither is better than the other: they are both part of the unity of life.
For the two weeks covered by this update, Chiron in Aries is close to Venus, which is initially in Aries but then Taurus. Both heavenly bodies interact harmoniously with Mars in Leo. While attention may be given to self and personal desires, there might also be an urge to direct energy towards encouraging other people. Perhaps through being more assertive, steps might be taken to address issues relating to identity.
For a day or two around the end of May and beginning of June, there is much creative energy. This involves interactions between five heavenly bodies including the Sun. There is a feeling that, with the right intentions, so much could be made of new ideas and initiatives even if it involves being willing to adapt and be versatile.
Over the next two weeks, there could be abundant energy in some areas of life, perhaps relating to personal goals, organisation or focussing on the Earth’s resources. Persistence and determination can help to get things done. This relates to an interaction between Mars in Leo and Uranus in Taurus. Directing willpower into constructive projects while avoiding being stubborn might be beneficial.
Venus moves into Taurus on 6th June. This is one of the signs where Venus can manifest the love of creation most easily. Not only can there be a love of beauty, harmony and nature but pleasure can also be found in steady and unhurried acts of service. This is particularly enhanced for a few hours on this day while Venus is opposite the Moon at the end of Libra.
Over the last few years, so many of the old systems that were outworn have been eroded and new ways of life are beginning to emerge. Beauty and harmony can always to be found somewhere in life, sometimes in the most unexpected places.
Keep well, stay happy.