Scorpio
Monthly Horoscope from April 20th to May 21st
1st decan October 23 - November 2
2nd decan November 3 - 12
3rd decan November 13 - 22
by Sandra Zagatti
Automated translation from Astrologiainlinea
More confusion than tension
The Sun transits in opposition in the seventh field in Taurus , where the New Moon forms on May 16th. Venus leaves Taurus on April 24th, while Mercury will transit in opposition from May 3rd to 17th, then giving way to Mars , which enters Taurus on the 18th. Among the slow-moving planets, Pluto in Aquarius is square the first decan, while Jupiter in Cancer is still trine the second until May 8th, after which it begins to support the third. Overall, there is some dissonance, in the short and medium term, but it seems to be confusion rather than tension. It's best to approach certain days like April 24th, May 1st, 8th, 9th, and 15th with caution. The calmest and most productive days will be April 23rd and 27th, and May 2nd, 6th, 11th, 12th, 19th, and 20th.
Process and integrate
On April 26, Uranus ends its opposition in Taurus (which began in 2018, almost eight years ago), while the lightning-fast Mercury follows it from May 3 to 17, as if to conclude its transit and confirm its teachings, translating and inserting them into a dimension updated to today's reality. It's always important, at the end of slow transits, to take stock of the past years to understand where and how those transits have expressed themselves most, and what legacy they have left. In this case, since it's an opposition , it doesn't necessarily have been an easy transit. Uranus , in fact, calls for renewal, but from a static and conservative sign like Taurus , you may have had to struggle to carry out certain desired changes, becoming discouraged and persisting amidst obstacles, delays, and complications; or, conversely, you may have had to accept changes that were unwelcome, imposed by circumstances, or otherwise unavoidable. The fact remains that something has changed in your personal or relational life, perhaps within you... and now is the time to process and integrate the experience. In this sense, Mercury 's opposition will likely be somewhat uncomfortable yet helpful, inviting (or forcing!) you to pause for reflection and introspection, questioning what you've abandoned, overcome, discovered, or conquered; above all, what to do with it. Because every legacy deserves an investment plan, even if it's simply—but certainly not insignificant—internal wealth.
We need more dialogue
As I mentioned above, this month it's a good idea to give yourself some time to reflect, to determine whether there are any issues that need to be resolved or concluded before tackling new ones. At work, certain initiatives may require commitment due to complications or disagreements, and perhaps you'll be able to revise some details for the better before launching them. Collaborations are a bit tense; you'd prefer to focus on your tasks and avoid interference, so you'll tend to react with annoyance when faced with inevitable confrontations, especially if it requires accepting differing opinions or slower operational approaches. Moreover, I've already mentioned that haste could be counterproductive, and perhaps it's better to just sketch out, adapt, and welcome others' opinions as opportunities to test your own. Financially, you need to proceed with caution, especially if you have to make decisions that will involve long-term commitments: consider seeking advice from trusted, experienced, and more objective people. Meanwhile, your relationship is slowly regaining chemistry, but the lack of free time adds to the lack of communication, exposing you to the risk of misunderstandings. There may be small resentments to clear up, jealousies to heal, or, in short, an underlying bad mood that might resolve itself spontaneously, but it's not worth dragging on, especially considering that Mars will be in opposition next month. Don't bottle up certain feelings; talk about them honestly and openly: even if they're sensitive topics, it will be a way to strengthen your bond.
First decade
Mercury 's opposition is swift, from May 3rd to 8th, but these could be confusing days, especially at work. Disagreements or bureaucratic bottlenecks in possible negotiations are possible, so it's best to avoid inflexibility and remain open to discussion and mediation. Be careful with financial decisions that involve long-term commitments.
Second decade
Jupiter continues its trine until May 8th, but from the 8th to the 12th, Mercury will transit in opposition . An enthusiastic initiative may encounter some obstacles, you may have to revise a project you thought was already underway, a payment may slip… In short, these will likely be temporary annoyances, requiring only the necessary patience.
Third decade
Mercury 's brief opposition will last from the 12th to the 17th. But from May 8th, you can count on Jupiter 's trine (which will accompany you until June 30th). A few challenging days shouldn't discourage you; if anything, they should make you responsible for avoiding hasty decisions or abrupt behavior, which you might regret. Don't shy away from confrontations with others.
