Another important astrological event influences you this week. A dreamy and rebellious New Moon in Taurus rises on May 11th, helping you to connect with your authentic self, dream big and rebel against counter-productive social standards. Rather than tackling these changes under the full illumination of a Full Moon, this Taurus New Moon is all about planting seeds in the shadows; nurturing ideas, and exploring your passions internally during periods of deep introspection. Many refer to this New Moon as a “review moon” as it is often associated with self-reflection and review. This Moon asks you to look within and think about what you wish for: whether personal or appearance goals, career or relationship goals, material rewards or financial security -- and then question why you desire those things. While these goals can be incredibly fulfilling, in many ways they are superciail. It is easy to focus on these “goals” or desires because, in many ways, we have been conditioned to do so. There is so much pressure to conform to social and cultural standards around success, “being busy,” appearance, family,etc.. But this Moon asks: is there another way? What are the things your soul is really crying out for? When you sit with yourself in quiet solitude and listen to your spirit song, what goals and desires gently reveal themselves to you? Perhaps integrity within yourself, living a life of kindness and inner peace or a career that is in alignment with your highest purpose. Or maybe goals as simple as helping others or following your creative passion no matter where it takes you. We are never taught to strive for authenticity -- and that is exactly what this Taurus New Moon is urging you to do. Rebel against anything in your personal life holding you back from living your authentic truth, but also push back against social constructs and conventions which no longer serve you. The world has undergone an intense period of change and transformation in 2020 and into 2021, and I know you can feel it too. This Moon conjuncts with Lilith, the “dark moon” which represents liberation further emphasizing its emancipating energies. “True beauty” is a state of being – a state of self acceptance. Allow the energies of this New Moon to help you re-envision your deepest desires and wishes. https://www.moonreading.com/horoscope/