The moon will be new this Sunday April 27 in the earthy sign of Taurus at 2:31 pm CST. New moons occur every month when the sun and moon are in the same sign at the exact same degree; this is known as a conjunction in astrology. For this new moon both the sun and moon will be in the sign of Taurus at 7 degrees. New moons are the perfect time to make new wishes and set new intentions. New moons are symbolic of new beginnings.
Zodiac Facts: Taurus
Crystals and Stones: emerald, coral, peridot, sapphire, blue chalcedony and lapis lazuli
Numerology: 2, the number of peace, patience and relationships.
Planetary Ruler: Venus, the planet of love and beauty.
Element: Earth, the element of results, practicality, reality and the material.
Cosmic House: 2nd House, the angle in our chart that rules finances, money and possessions.
Best Cosmic Coupling: fellow earth signs Capricorn and Virgo.
As mentioned earlier Taurus belongs to the earth element so this is an energy that places stability, results, practicality and security at center stage. Taurus is also the natural ruler of the astrological 2nd House of money, possessions and what we value. So, a new moon in Taurus places a special emphasis on our current financial situation. Some of us could be rethinking or re-doing our budget. Others of us may be thinking about a major purchase like a car, new furniture or even buying a home. If we’re worried or feeling overwhelmed about our money situation Taurus’ earthy energy reminds us to slow down, breathe and take one step at a time.
Instead of trying to figure everything out today or completely ignoring the situation, think of just one action you could take today that would move you closer to improving your finances or to let go of some of your financial worry. Taurus, like the other earth signs Capricorn and Virgo, knows that slow and steady wins the race. Keeping Taurus’ birthstone, Emerald, on you at this time can help to calm your mind, heal negative feelings and can help you overcome the misfortunes of life.
Self-worth and self-esteem could be another major issue that some of us will be grappling with during this new moon in Taurus. As mentioned up top, Taurus is the natural ruler of the 2nd House which is famously linked to money but it also rules self-worth and what we value. This issue is further enhanced because Venus, the ruler of Taurus, will be conjunct Saturn, the planet of limitation, blocks, delays and doubts. This new moon in Taurus says it’s time to let go of the negative self-talk and doubt.
Taurus is a very sensuous sign that loves what smells good and feels good. Again, small steps forward count so lighting some candles and taking a long bath with your favorite fragrances can be very nurturing on a physical level. A long bath can also be a stress-reliever. It may be time for some of us to do positive affirmations.
Affirmations are positive statements we make about ourselves and our lives. Just like some of us may chant a spiritual mantra you can do the same with affirmations. Chant your positive affirmations even if you in the beginning they don’t feel true. The theory behind chanting positive affirmations is when we change our thinking we eventually change our lives. As the late-great new age metaphysician Louise Hay would say, “A negative thought is just a thought and a thought can be changed.
When Venus and Saturn are conjunct our relationships are very important. When Venus and Saturn pair up some of our relationships may need to be re-evaluated. Saturn, isn’t just gloom and doom, Saturn also rules boundaries. There’s a good chance we don’t need to end a relationship we just may need to set some boundaries with those closest to us as an act of self-love and self-worth. Taurus rules the throat in medical astrology so some of us may need to speak up. If you have trouble speaking up for yourself use one or both of these stones linked to Taurus; lapis lazuli or blue chalcedony. The throat chakra is associated with the color blue so either of these blue stones can aid you in speaking your truth.
Take care and everyone have a fabulous New Moon in Taurus. Hope to see you in the store soon.