General Daily Insight for May 21, 2025
Our first impulses might not be the wisest today. As the spontaneous Pisces Moon aggravates reckless Mars, we may be tempted to leap without looking. This isn’t guaranteed to end well, but whatever we’re drawn to probably isn’t all bad either. When Luna goes on to collaborate with logical Mercury at 10:21 pm EDT, we’ll have a chance to work our sparks of inspiration into productive plans. We’re capable of channeling this vital energy in thoughtful, productive ways, so let’s prove it!
Aries
March 21 – April 19
Your pride has the potential to drag you down today. As the anxious Moon in your 12th House of Self-Undoing stirs up boastful Mars in your competitive 5th house, you may feel like doing something risky is the only way for you to show others that you’re a force to reckon with. You probably have more than you think going for you already! Take an inventory of what’s working well in your life and consider expanding in one of those directions.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Taking the reins of a group you belong to could be necessary now. Perhaps there’s not much enthusiasm for any particular path forward, leaving everyone stuck in an endless loop of, “I don’t know, what do you want to do?” When the fluctuating Moon in your social sector looks to declarative Mercury in your sign, you might have just the right answer. Don’t turn this into a bid to grab turf indefinitely — keep your efforts focused on the present moment.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
Reading the room accurately is well within your current capabilities. As the passionate Moon in your public 10th house aligns with perceptive Mercury in your 12th House of Secrets, your knowledge of group dynamics behind the scenes can give you room to be more expressive than you usually would — you have an idea of what people are ready for. This freedom should feel good, but don’t push it too far by totally running your mouth off. In reality, there are always limits somewhere!
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Your social network has the potential to expand your horizons. While the inquisitive Moon in your adventurous 9th house looks to clever Mercury in your 11th House of Community, you’ll probably benefit from hearing out a friend or acquaintance who describes a belief system that’s new to you. Though they might challenge values you hold dear, try to avoid getting in any arguments. You don’t have to agree with their viewpoint, but listening carefully is a good way to understand your own philosophies better.
Leo
July 23 – August 22
Moving forward could feel fraught with a dangerous number of entanglements. As the fretful Moon in your sharing sector challenges bold Mars in your sign, it might seem like every single thing you want to do steps on someone else’s toes. If you can bring yourself to hear out whoever is getting in your way, perhaps you’ll both come to acknowledge that you ultimately have the same goal. While working together may seem slower than doing it yourself, that’s currently your best bet.
Virgo
August 23 – September 22
Getting to know someone better could be interesting for you today. You may wonder whether you’re ready to delve into deep personal secrets — thankfully, that’s probably not what the moment calls for. Basic beliefs about the world, however, are fair game. As the attentive Moon in your relationship zone harmonizes with brilliant Mercury in your philosophical 9th house, you’ll likely be happy enough with what you find. Even if your views aren’t completely identical, you can have a great time discussing them!
Libra
September 23 – October 22
Your most recent to-do list may seem to get in the way of your social calendar. However, perhaps you don’t need to do everything all by yourself. As the perceptive Moon in your 6th House of Responsibilities aligns with insightful Mercury in your collaboration zone, you’re ideally positioned to come up with an arrangement for sharing duties that works well for everyone involved. Your devotion to pulling your weight is admirable, but don’t force yourself to extend beyond that on a regular basis.
Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
Committing to having fun together could be just what a relationship needs at the moment. Still, as the impish Moon in your playful 5th house grates against combative Mars in your 10th House of Power, there’s a chance that you’ll have to keep any competitive elements of your chosen pastime from getting out of hand. Although it’s usually fun to win a contest, your more pressing need right now is connection. Rein in the urge to conquer before it starts to threaten your bond.
Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
Your attention to detail can currently make your home environment a more pleasant place. As the intuitive Moon in your domestic sector supports brainy Mercury in your practical 6th house, you’re likely to have insight into which changes would increase your comfort the most, as well as clear plans for how to carry them out physically. Feel free to read up on the situation and get outside opinions, but don’t let anyone pressure you into a course of action that doesn’t resonate with you.
Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
Telling your up-to-date story can be a real relief. As the sensitive Moon in your communication sector collaborates with articulate Mercury in your 5th House of Self-Expression, you’re equipped to convincingly explain why you handled certain things the way you did. Still, you’ll have to find a compatible audience. Some people aren’t in the right space for this sort of narrative — and some are committed to misunderstanding you, no matter what you say. Do your best, but know the problem probably isn’t you.
Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
Differing attitudes toward money could strain a close relationship of yours. Although you probably can’t control the other person, you can make an effort to work on your side of the equation. When the vulnerable Moon in your resource sector checks in with contemplative Mercury in your 4th House of Roots, you may have to admit that your attitude toward security is shaped by your unique formative experiences. Success can be best found by focusing on your needs, not things you think should be universal.
Pisces
February 19 – March 20
Feeling like you must constantly earn your right to exist is a present risk for you. The effort you put in probably does make a positive difference in the lives of the people around you, but you might be upset if you don’t get the reaction you expect from them. Stepping back and simply talking to your close circle to learn where you stand may be a relief. It’s often not easy to be that vulnerable, but clearing the air should eventually be worth it!
