Posts by Laura Orcutt
Taurus Weekly Horoscope | May 25th – May 31st, 2026
You’ve always lived by the maxim “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it,” but that won’t fly in the current climate of move fast and break things. It will be hard to feel like the only person in the room who knows better, but that’s the way things will play out on May 26th when Mars squares Pluto. Not only do the Daisy and Tom Buchanans in your life have the power to wreak havoc, but chances are you’ll have to clean up after their messes as they beat a hasty retreat. And the worst part? Not being able to say “I told you so.”
Read MoreAries Weekly Horoscope | May 25th – May 31st, 2026
Aries is famous for its rugged individualism. Your Ruling Planet Mars was named after the Roman god of War, so there’s nothing remotely touchy-feely about you. And with Saturn currently in your sign, it’s a testament to your self-restraint that you don’t laugh at people when they bump into things or roll your eyes when they whimper in pain. Everyone knows you don’t do “soft,” but you’ll need to revisit that on May 28th. This is when a loved one comes seeking solace, support, or approval. Be there for this person because if you’re not, then you’ll regret having missed the chance when you had it.
Read MoreYour Weekly Horoscope | May 25th – May 31st, 2026
Things reach the breaking point when belligerent Mars squares relentless Pluto on May 26th. Each planet is in a fixed sign, Mars is in Taurus and Pluto is in Aquarius, which means that neither one is going to back down. Mars is fighting to defend its turf (i.e. the status quo), while Pluto is fighting to bring about the new world order as it sees it. Mars won’t yield until it fends off its opponent, and Pluto won’t stop no matter how far tensions escalate. Power struggles are typical of Mars/Pluto squares, although you may not have the clearest idea of where you stand in all this. Are you insisting on tearing down old structures, perhaps becoming unrelenting and unforgiving in the process? Or are you standing by time-honored traditions without realizing that they may have overstayed their welcome and are due for an overhaul? In the end, you may discover that there’s something to be said for both sides, which is what planetary squares are all about. It’s not about this versus that. It’s about finding a way for the two sides to dovetail.
Read MorePisces Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
It’s not every day that someone you’ve been pining for suddenly acknowledges that you exist. And if it isn’t a romantic crush, then it will be a sought-after boss, well-heeled client, or valuable contact. It’s going to feel like an actor you’ve been watching on TV has suddenly turned to the camera and addressed you by name. At first you’ll want to shrink back in embarrassment, but don’t. It’s rare when the Stars have ordained a match like the one they have for you this week, and if Cinderella can push her way forward to try on the glass slipper, then so can you.
Read MoreAquarius Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
It’s not quite like the Israelites who found themselves pinned between the Pharaoh’s armies and the Red Sea, but the Sun/Uranus conjunction on May 20th followed by a sextile to Neptune on May 24th promises a parting of the waters that will reveal a path to salvation. Honestly, it couldn’t have come at a better time. These remarkable turns of good fortune are something you can expect over the next couple of years. Obviously, you don’t want to take them for granted, but as long as you’re true to the vision of the life you want to live, then they’ll be more common than rare.
Read MoreCapricorn Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
The Sun in Gemini (May 20 – June 21) is always a harried period for you. It’s exasperating, nerve-wracking, and could throw you off balance if you let it. The solution is to work with what life tosses your way. Surely distractions and trivial concerns are taking time away from the things that really matter, but these have to be addressed as well, so learn to embrace them as opportunities to become more flexible and to juggle competing obligations. It’s true you may have less time than you think for the things that matter, but when you return to them later you’ll be more alert and efficient.
Read MoreSagittarius Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
It will be hard to tell if things are on or off when the Sun conjoins Uranus, the planet of about-faces, on May 22nd. Thankfully, you were born under a zodiac sign that understands what it’s like to suffer a bout of cold feet. You have special insight into what it feels like when the pen door is closing. In fact, you’ve bolted several times when you felt like your freedom was being curtailed, which is why you would never force anyone to make a decision before they’re ready. It’s this lived experience that ensures that things will turn out the way they’re meant to.
Read MoreScorpio Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
It’s not always easy for you to see that people are doing the best job they can. It comes from being born under Mars, the warrior planet. It’s the Mars part of you that abhors weakness. You can’t stand it in others any more than you can tolerate it in yourself, yet shortcomings, fallibilities, and insecurities are all a part of life despite our best efforts to master them. This is something you’ll see for yourself on May 21st when a loved one breaks under pressure. Heed that impulse to be loving and supportive. Sympathy won’t make you weak. It might even make you human.
Read MoreLibra Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
Your Ruling Planet Venus enters the zodiac sign of Cancer on May 18th. This brings a calming and restorative energy flow that allows you to reconnect with your family and close friends. For weeks you’ve been taken up with work… fretting about staying competitive and worrying that if you relax you would lose your edge. Nothing could be further from the truth. If anything, less is more when Venus is traveling through easygoing Cancer. Instead of racing after things, you should learn to let things come to you. You’ll find that getting what you want doesn’t have to be as hard as all that.
Read MoreVirgo Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
The First Quarter Moon in Virgo on May 23rd promises to introduce a surprise development that will change your life dramatically. Whether this means that you’re on the way up or down or in or out won’t be immediately clear, so you’ll have to play it by ear. Thankfully, people born under Mercury-ruled signs are like cats… you’re nimble, quick, you have nine lives, and you always land on your feet. Follow those lightning-fast reflexes of yours and you will surely emerge from this in one piece. Moreover, you may even discover in the days ahead that you are now in an advantageous position.
Read MoreLeo Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
You’re not as sure of yourself as you should be, which is why you want to be careful over the next six weeks. Mars, the planet of gumption and drive, will be pushing you to push the envelope in just about every area of your life. This could lead you to overplay your hand, overreach your grasp, or issue an ultimatum that you don’t really believe in. The end result could be you retreating to your lair to lick your wounds. However, if you channel this energy into making the most of what you have, then you will accomplish more than you ever dreamed possible.
Read MoreCancer Weekly Horoscope | May 18th – May 24th, 2026
Venus, the planet of love and beauty, enters your zodiac sign on May 18th. This makes you everyone’s favorite object of desire for the next 3½ weeks. What this says about your love life is pretty obvious, but remember that there’s a business side to Venus as well. With the right packaging and an eye for presentation, you could land a high-paying job, a client with deep pockets, or a hot piece of property. You’ll want to circle the dates May 19th, May 29th, and June 9th on your calendar. These are the days to make your pitch or make your play.
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