Mercury turns retrograde this week (April 28th - May 23rd), providing a remarkable opportunity to clear away debris from our past and let go of lingering disappointments and resentments. There is particularly strong support for rebuilding or stabilizing our support network in order to expand our options and consider new plans for future expansion. The trick is [...]

Last week's tendency towards independent isolation breaks down this week and we have to acknowledge that we need to communicate with others in order to make progress. Although Mercury in Taurus would be more comfortable sticking with a clear set of traditional beliefs, we are forced to open up to a myriad of challenges as we begin to seek a way to connect with others and share our own unique perspective. This week begins with a tangible, distinct break with the past, leading to the feeling that we have entered an entirely new dimension. [...]

Confidence levels are all over the map this week. There is an inescapable desire to break free and pursue an independent course. However, many of us are prone to trusting the wrong people. Vulnerabilities are exposed, especially if we're trying to cover them up. Idealism and overly sympathetic responses also threaten to draw us off course. The only route through this tricky atmosphere seems to be to focus on being of service and pursuing activities that support broader humanitarian goals. [...]