01/05/2026
Happy 1st of May! From the Majestic Oak
We’ve enjoyed wonderful weather across New Zealand recently, with sunshine forecast to continue into early next week.
It’s an ideal time for gardening, planting, and pruning before winter settles in. Spending time outdoors in nature is a great way to ground yourself—something I’ve been doing a lot of this past week. Yesterday, I took myself to the beach to relax my tired muscles, grounding myself in the ocean and walking along the sand.
April seemed to pass by quickly, and astrologically it was a fascinating month. Many planets lined up in Aries, and most notably, Uranus moved into the zodiac sign of Gemini on April 26th, where it will remain until 2033. We also have a full moon in Scorpio on May 2nd here in New Zealand.
Below, I’ve included some interpretations for both Uranus in Gemini and the Scorpio full moon.
When Uranus is in Gemini, the combined energies may bring:
• Innovative Communication: New, unconventional ways of thinking, learning, and communicating. Pay attention to your self-talk, listen to your intuition, and you may notice enhanced telepathy.
• Restless Curiosity: A strong desire for mental stimulation and variety, leading to sudden interests and rapid adaptation to new information. Don't let fear stop you, just try it.
• Unconventional Ideas: Challenging traditional thinking, encouraging open-mindedness and experimentation in education and social interactions.
• Social Change: Potential for radical shifts in how people connect, network, and share knowledge.
• Revolution in Media & Technology: Uranus in Gemini periods often coincide with breakthroughs in communication technology.
These influences will be felt both collectively and personally, depending on where Uranus and Gemini are placed in your birth chart.
For example, if Uranus is in your 9th house, it may bring innovation and unpredictability to your quest for meaning. Your approach to philosophy, travel, education, and spirituality is likely to be unique, independent, and sometimes ahead of its time. This placement encourages challenging conventions in these areas, and your worldview may shift quickly and unexpectedly.
If Gemini is in your 7th house, it highlights the importance of communication, adaptability, and mental connection in partnerships. It’s essential that relationships flow freely and remain open to change and new perspectives—a strong need for mental engagement is key.
Scorpio Full Moon
A Full Moon in Scorpio is known for its intensity and transformative energy. Scorpio is a water sign associated with depth, secrets, emotional honesty, and rebirth. When the Moon is full in Scorpio, emotions tend to run deep, and there’s a strong urge to uncover what’s hidden, confront truths, or release what no longer serves you.
Due to the influence of other planets at the time of this full moon—such as Jupiter, Venus, Mercury, and Chiron—the energy may feel less intense. Here are some useful tips:
• Look for opportunities for growth and transformation.
• Reflect on areas of your life where you need closure or change.
• Review your relationships and finances.
• Try journaling, meditation, or letting go of past hurts or resentments. Focus on what you’re ready to release or transform.
Acknowledgement Photographs of Full moon in Scorpio by Yasmin Boland, Moonology Oracle cards.
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