From career goals to finding love, how the universe is perfectly aligned to make May the best month of the year

YOU may have noticed a spring in your step this month – an inexplicable buzz of positive energy.

Well, it might not just be due to the warmer weather.

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According to astrologers, the universe is perfectly aligned to make this month the best of the entire year, in other words, there is no better time to organize your life.

Called Mystic May or Magical May, the next three weeks will be full of positivity and opportunities to make good things happen.

There are several cosmic reasons why this month is magnificent.

The main thing is that the new moon, which arrived on May 7, is in Taurus — the zodiac sign for self-care.

Plus, the moon joins a trio of superplanets, which can help make your wishes come true.

And May is the start of Pluto retrograde – signifying a time of change.

Solar astrologer Maggie Innes said: “The new moon is the mystical time of the month when the moon is directly between the sun and the earth.

“This month, the new moon happened in Taurus.

“The visible ‘rebirth’ of the moon and the feeling of renewed physical and emotional energy it brings make this a time to start over, try new things, sweep away everything from the trash to the routine of life and create a blank slate. It’s time to forgive and forget, to dream and decide.

‘Loves luxury’

“Taurus is a fixed sign, the second sign of the Zodiac – it governs the physical and natural world, thrives in the rhythms of nature and manifests patience and persistence.

“But this is also a sign that loves luxury, sensuality and financial success. All of these elements come into play when the new moon shakes up the zodiac this month.”

Maggie adds: “In addition to the Sun, the Moon is joined in Taurus by a trio of superplanets this month: Venus, representing love, affection and attraction; Jupiter, the bringer of joy, growth and opportunities; and Uranus, the planet of invention, upheaval and liberation.

“So it’s the perfect time to visualize the future you want, set some goals, and get started.”

Here, Maggie shares her advice for taking the bull by the horns and getting what you want this Magical May.

LOVE

Time to find or fix

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The heat is on because this is one of the sexiest new moons of 2024.

Inhibitions evaporate and new locations, techniques, and ideas make lovemaking feel new every night (and day).

But there is also a solid foundation of emotional stability and mutual loyalty, which really matters.

If there is an imbalance between them in a bond and you feel harmed, resolve to fix the problem – or end it.

Much of this May is about taking control of your own desires, demands, and destiny.

When it comes to new love, a new passion can appear suddenly, anywhere from a charity shop to a spa.

Careers

Set a new goal

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Putting up with unsatisfactory work hoping for something better to happen is not the right approach to this Magical May.

Decide on the career you really want and take the first step right away.

This new moon highlights the worlds of beauty, luxury goods, home selling, decorating, influencing, and food as particularly rewarding at this time.

Quiet confidence is the way forward – sticking to a schedule and keeping your word are especially important.

Work-life balance is a key factor to address, as there are workaholic tendencies in these positions on the planet.

If you’ve fallen into a people-pleasing trap lately, get ready to snap out of it!

MONEY

Increase your finances

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TWO main aspects of the May new moon revolve around rethinking the way you use your money – it’s a time to pay more attention to your spending and find new and unique ways to increase the money you have.

Every day, take a cautious Taurus moment to think before you spend, on anything from a coffee to a holiday.

Spending money on autopilot may be a thing of the past as you develop financial focus and a knack for research.

It’s never too late to interrupt an agreement or decision and start over from scratch.

Developing the talent to spot or create the “next big thing” can be very rewarding.

But this is also a time to take care of yourself – in terms of free time, fun and love, not through expensive purchases.

Close your eyes and breathe deeply, preferably outdoors, to see what numbers manifest in your mind.

These can be your prize tips.

FAMILY

Cherish loved ones

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LEAVING stubbornness and selfishness behind.

Reaching out—in whatever way feels right—can make a family feel whole again.

Try not to bury your head in the sand – if there are problems to face, look them in the eye, as this is not the time to run away.

The luxuries can be tempting, but it’s the little things, like making each other feel safe and cared for, that really matter right now.

Remember that genuine security comes from within, not without.

Around May 23rd is a great time to make babies, as Venus and Jupiter are in conjunction.

More reasons to be happy

ENJOY the men’s and women’s FA Cup finals – Man Utd face Man City on the 25th and, in women’s football, United face Tottenham this Sunday.

We have another bank holiday on May 27th and the weather is warming up, with temperatures expected to be in the 20s this weekend.

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Bridgerton returns to Netflix on May 16th for season 3, and we can take advantage of the May sales at major retailers including Amazon, Argos, Boots and Next.

This month we have about 16 hours of daylight, with sunrise at 4:47 am and sunset at 9:09 pm until May 31st.

It’s the perfect time to lift your spirits by listening to the dawn chorus.

And the RHS Chelsea Flower Show takes place from May 21st to 25th.