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Tuesday, 28 April 2026
Astrological Impact of Mercury enters Taurus 2026
Cerebral Deceleration
Mercury Adorns the Horns
Mercury is peregrine in Taurus, with terms dignity between 8 to 14 degrees, which is approximately 6-7th May to 9-10th May. It is nowhere as strong and dignified as being in domicile/exaltation but it has a certain level of authority, similar to that of an assistant manager. If you need to negotiate, perhaps aim for this period during Mercury's sojourn in Taurus. I would go for 8-10th May, as the Moon is in Aquarius then, and is in mutual reception with Mercury in Taurus by triplicity/exaltation: Moon is in Mercury's triplicity and Mercury is in the Moon's exaltation, upping the game by a notch. Communication can become tense and stressful when Mercury square Pluto on 5th-6th May. The muses are likely to pay you a visit on 13th-14th May when Mercury sextile Jupiter. They may bring you money-making ideas, inspirations related to your work, or just general optimism! A cazimi is reached when Mercury conjunct Sun on 14th-15th May, marking the start of a new Mercurial cycle. Thoughts are sharpened, bringing clarity to the mind. It also coincides with the final phase of the moon cycle, before reaching the new moon in Taurus. Organise your thoughts and weed out any unnecessary people/ideas that are feeding on your resources but not giving you any nourishment in return.
Outers or No Outers
For those who look at the outers, it is interesting to point out that for the first time in seven years (since Uranus entered Taurus), Mercury is back in the Taurus zone without needing to be triggered by the Mercury-Uranus conjunction. No nasty (or nice) surprises in the Taurean zone, which can be a huge relief, as the fixed earth sign doesn't appreciate instability and changes.
Impact on each sign:
Aries Ascendant: Mercury is in your 2nd house. Issues regarding financial management are likely to be on your mind. Find ways to secure your finances. Budget if necessary. Think twice before you make that luxurious purchase, ask yourself if it's something you need or want? If the latter, would it be put in the cupboard, gathering dust with the rest of all the other 'desirable purchases'? If so, you don't really want it that much, just take another look at it and be happy with that. Don't clutter your home with junk.
Taurus Ascendant: Mercury is in your 1st house. This is a time when you will seriously ponder on how you are treated in relationships of all kinds. Remember that you have to love and value yourself first before other people can do the same to you. This logic is simple - you attract what you give out. If you have a low self-esteem, your negativity will affect how other people interact with you. You could ask yourself 'Who am I?' as it is a common question triggered when planets transits the first house. However, I think there's no need to think too far into the abstract future. Be practical and grounded, be in the here and now. Ponder on this instead: 'Am I confident?' If not, why not? This is a time to strengthen yourself before you put yourself out there in the world.
Gemini Ascendant: Mercury is in your 12th house. From a modern perspective, the 12th house is associated with the subconscious and so when this house is triggered, we tend to explore our past traumas and deal with self-sabotaging tendencies via introspection. From a traditional perspective, the 12th house is focused on behind-the-scenes work. Perhaps with the messenger god traversing here, communication is hidden, under-the-table deals, behind closed doors negotiations. Watch out for hidden enemies, well, I guess you can't watch out for them as they are hidden! Just be aware of their possible presence and not to be overly naive with who you trust and divulge your information to.
Cancer Ascendant: Mercury is in your 11th house. Talk to your friends and give them practical advice, or vice versa. Look at your social networks and appreciate the support you get from them. At the same time, have you neglected anyone who may benefit from your support? Give back to your community in practical ways, donate food/clothes/your kindness. Focus on planning long-term projects and aspirations. Don't just dream about them, research and find out more. Is it feasible? What steps do you need to take to manifest your dreams into reality? Stay grounded and be realistic.
Leo Ascendant: Mercury is in your 10th house. Matters regarding your career could benefit from a more down-to-earth perspective. For those seeking professional growth, look into ways to up the game with further qualifications. If you are in a supervisory role, communicate with your team and find out ways to help them grow. Give them realistic targets to achieve. Look before you leap for those who are toying with the idea of a career change. Do your research so you're informed and up-to-date with what is available to you. It's a good time to work on your mother issues, and to look at how you are doing as a mother.
Virgo Ascendant: Mercury is in your 9th house. Your mind is focused on foreign travels, perhaps you are planning a trip abroad. Even if you are not physically travelling overseas, interacting with people from other countries or cultures is likely to be on the agenda. Mind expansion activities pique your interest. Furthering your studies in higher education, or alternative academia, for example, New Age pursuits, or religious worshipping. You are asking questions on the purpose of life. You are seeking meaning answers. What if I remind you that we are mortals on the mortal realm? I believe in unexplained phenomena, but unless we are born with those abilities, the most important thing is to find ways to life a materially-secure life first, then ponder on the next level on the hierarchy (think about Maslow). Be down-to-earth and practical first, once you have this firm basis, then explore the ethereal world.
Libra Ascendant: Mercury is in your 8th house. This is a good time to review your shared resources, assets, debts and investments. Matters related to death and inheritance (not necessarily your own) may crop up during this time. It could be as practical as making a will. Modern astrology also assigns intimacy to this house. Avoid controlling behaviors in your intimate relationships, talk it out with your partner openly and with honesty. The joint aim is to solve the issue and not to lay the blame on the other.
Scorpio Ascendant: Mercury is in your 7th house. This is a great time to focus on your one-to-one relationships, which include romantic and business partnerships. Seek practical, down-to-earth solutions to your problems. Engage your rational mind (Mercury) and any emotions triggered is best left on the side, as the emotional mind (the Moon). Keep communication clear and simple. Just describe the situation from your perspective. Watch out for the tendency to be too stubborn. Be realistic in your compromise. Mutually identify a goal first so the negotiation is not like a competition, but a joint effort to rebuild the relationship.
Sagittarius Ascendant: Mercury is in your 6th house. Besides being the house of health and daily routine, it is also traditionally known as the house of servitude. Work here is mundane, repetitive and tedious. Come to terms with the idea that to have success in your career (10th house), you need to be good at your skill set (2nd house), which needs repetitive practice (6th house). This realization may help you focus on honing your skills. Rome wasn't built in a day. Practice makes perfect. Health-wise, utilize the determination and focus the Taurean energy to your diet/exercise plans. Again, be realistic with what you can achieve daily. Small manageable steps will eventually take you to your ultimate goal.
Capricorn Ascendant: Mercury is in your 5th house. Practicality becomes important when choosing new leisure pursuits, or perhaps you could take existing hobbies to a professional level. Those with children or who work with children could employ simple tactics when interacting with them. Avoid jumping into conclusions prematurely. Just directly ask them why they did something in a matter of fact way, no irritation in your tone or words. Let them see you just want to get to the bottom of the matter. In romantic love, communication is more effective when you simply ask instead of guess, this is especially so if you tend to guess with a negative mindset. Give them a chance to explain themselves.
Aquarius Ascendant: Mercury is in your 4th house. Conversing with your family members without any preconceived ideas. Allow all parties involved to express their opinions. The goal is to create a stable, loving base for everyone involved. In matters relating to the home, e.g. home improvements, moving house, don't just focus on the cost, also consider reliability and efficiency. Remember, free stuff can cost you more. In traditional astrology, this house is our foundation, namely our ancestral roots, especially the paternal bloodline. You may become interested in your genealogical root. The idea of this house being the beginning extends to the psychological aspects in modern astrology. The resurfacing of childhood memories could have positive or negative impact on your wellbeing, depending on how you deal with them. If it's too much for you to handle alone, either seek appropriate help, or just leave it dormant. I don't believe forcing yourself. However, if it's a huge hindrance to your next stage of success, then find practical ways to overcome them. Sometimes talking it out loud to a trusted friend can help you see the supposed problem in a different perspective.
Pisces Ascendant: Mercury is in your 3rd house. Hone your communication to be clear and concise, especially with your siblings and peers. Their reactions are beyond your control. Just as long as there is no malicious intent, everyone needs to learn to take constructive criticism with maturity. Avoid overthinking and begin to sugarcoat or beat around the bush. Recalibrate your mindset: Learn to see the crux of the matter and deal with the core issue only. This is also a good time to explore your neighborhood. Find out what is near you that you can make use of, perhaps there's a park that you can have your morning jog, a quaint tucked-away cafe that could be a refreshing hangout for you.
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Sunday, 26 April 2026
VOC diary for the week beginning 27th April 2026
What is Moon Void of Course?
Moon Void of Course Timetable
British Summer Time
Monday 27th April: VOC in Virgo from 12:12
Tuesday 28th April: VOC in Virgo ends at 10:03
Wednesday 29th April: **********************
Thursday 30th April: VOC in Libra from 09:52 to 20:02
Friday 1st May: ****************************
Saturday 2nd May: VOC in Scorpio from 09:47
Sunday 3rd May: VOC in Scorpio ends at 07:33
Hong Kong Time
Monday 27th April: VOC in Virgo from 19:12
Tuesday 28th April: VOC in Virgo ends at 17:03
Wednesday 29th April: **********************
Thursday 30th April: VOC in Libra from 16:52
Friday 1st May: VOC in Libra ends at 03:02
Saturday 2nd May: VOC in Scorpio from 16:47
Sunday 3rd May: VOC in Scorpio ends at 14:33
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Thursday, 23 April 2026
Astrological Impact of Full Moon in Scorpio 2026
My Previous Scorpionic Message
Two decades ago, I was suffering from some kind of skin rash on my limbs, which only appeared at night. The doctor had no idea what the cause was, and no medicine prescribed to me helped. I decided to seek alternative help. I was in England at the time. A traditional Chinese doctor told me that my rash was caused by excessive dampness in my body (which has its roots in a weak spleen). She gave me a plant-based prescription, but said it would be more effective to travel to Hong Kong so I could have dried scorpion added to my prescription. She explained the rationale being that scorpions are good at crawling into nooks and crannies and pull out their preys with their pincers. Applying this to my medical condition, the dried scorpion is used to pull out any dampness lurking in the nooks and crannies of my body. However, dried scorpions are not allowed in the UK, so she could only give me what's legally available. This incident came rushing back to me as I was pondering on the message for the upcoming Full Moon in Scorpio on 1st/2nd May 2026, occurring at 11 degrees 20 mins (18:23 BST/ 2nd May 01:23. HKT).
Astrology is a symbolically-rich language. Scorpio represents intense, fixed water energy, acting as the nocturnal domicile of Mars. Full Moon is a time of culmination, when the lunar goddess is at her brightest, thanks to the solar contributor. Previously hidden matters are put under the spotlight for scrutiny. Anything lurking in the abyss of your oceanic psyche resurfaces and becomes exposed to the world. Ask yourselves this:
What needs to be pulled out from the depths of your physical, emotional and spiritual lives with your incisive scorpion pincers?
(The following are written with the Whole Sign house system in mind. For other house systems, and cases with intercepted houses, look at the house axis instead)
Full Moon Themes Through the House Axis - What do you need to extract with your pincers?
For Aries and Libra Ascendants, this full moon falls in your 2nd-8th house axis. The Sun in Taurus and the Moon in Scorpio create a tug of war between material security and emotional surrender. It is a time to review your finances, your material comforts, what you value the most, what you cannot live without and what you CAN live without - in the latter case, maybe it's time to let it go and make room for the new.
For Taurus and Scorpio Ascendants, this full moon falls in your 1st-7th house axis, bringing relationship matters to the fore. It's time to assess your interaction with your significant other, and how you value yourself in general. Are you second-guessing yourself and engaging in people-pleasing behaviours? Perhaps allow the lunar rays to help you clearly see the situation and acknowledge there is a need for a change, however tiny that may be. It's a small step in the right direction. What needs to be trimmed or cut out in your relationships?
For Gemini and Sagittarius Ascendants, this full moon falls in your 6th-12th house axis. Any symptoms which flare up under this full moon, or ones which have been swept under the rug need to be dealt with. They want to be seen, acknowledged and worked on. Without health, we cannot do anything. Take care of your body first. Assess any unhealthy daily habits which are hazardous to your physical and mental health. Clearing out dead wood will allow nutrients to go to malnourished parts of the body.
For Cancer and Capricorn Ascendants, this full moon falls in your 5th-11th house axis, bringing matters of children, romance and future plans to the surface. What do you need to surrender to God/Universe? Have you been keeping a tight rein on your children or your other half? Are these stressful interactions affecting your future plans with them? Be honest and view these issues as if you are an outsider looking in. What do you see? What can you do to ease the tension? Are the social networks you belong to giving you support and opportunities for growth? Are there friends who only show up at their convenience? Are you a good friend to your friends? Is there a need to prune your tree of friendships?
For Leo and Aquarius Ascendants, this full moon falls in your 4th-10th house axis, bringing issues regarding your home life and your career. Are you happy with your residential situation? Do you need a change of scenery but just don't feel motivated to move, or your finances won't allow you to? You don't need to make drastic decisions and move house, but it's a good time to seriously think about making changes to your living environment, which could be as small as rearranging your furniture. Clear out your space. Did you know that clutter is bad Feng Shui? Same goes for your career; you're not expected to make a career change under this full moon, but at least conduct an honest assessment on your professional situation. Perhaps there is an imbalance of how you allocate your time to your family and work. Whatever your issue, make time to at least look at it. What do you need to pluck out?
For Virgo and Pisces Ascendants, this full moon falls in your 3rd-9th house axis, flagging up problems in how you communicate and how you think, which are ultimately linked to your belief system. If you have a religion, are you happy with what it is providing you? Is it giving you a supportive framework in how you analyze life? Are there any useless information or thought beliefs which need to be expunged from your mind? Do you need to alter any habits to improve the way you relate to your siblings/peers?
Are the other planets conducive to fulfilling your Full Moon in Scorpio task?
The Moon falls in Scorpio, hence we have a weakly-placed moon, which can make it harder to come to terms with any exposed truths and to work through the emotional baggage unearthed. However, once you are willing to surrender, the healing can be deeply transformative. This is especially so with the moon's dispositor, Mars, being strongly placed in Aries, though beware of overidealising the situation with Mars square Jupiter, and Neptune is also in the mix (for those who look at the outers). Luckily, we also have Saturn in Aries. It is in its fall, but I think it helps with balancing out the fantastical aspect of Neptune and Mars-Jupiter square, keeping actions carefully planned and executed. Try to stay grounded and real, you are a mortal living in the physical realm. Dreams and fantasies can be a refreshing respite, but just be reminded that any wrong moves made will have to be faced by you in the real world. Just as long as you are willing to be responsible for all possible outcomes, feel free to chase after your dreams.
The rational mind, Mercury in Aries, is rather rash, but it's approaching its anoretic degree, perhaps it is gathering wisdom to discern the most beneficial way to use this warrior energy cerebrally. Voice those opinions confidently if you have been withholding them due to fear. I'm not suggesting an emotional outburst, but one that will bring clarity to the situation, so all parties involved can benefit from hearing what you have to share. This is also a time conducive to be daring and different. Break free from the existing mould with Uranus and Venus in Gemini, they are likely to give you the much needed nudge in the right direction, at least mentally, as both are disposed by Mercury. The nodal axis is sending positive connections to this full moon, Take the steps you are willing to take, whether it be pigeon steps to test the waters, or to take the plunge with a huge stride forward. The Universe has your back, but only for those who are willing to take calculated risks.
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Tuesday, 21 April 2026
Astrological Impact: When Venus transits in Gemini...
Venus in Gemini by transit is a period of intellectual curiosity, playful flirting, and dynamic communication in relationships, as Gemini is ruled by Mercury. However, various aspects during her sojourn in Gemini will modify the way Venus in Gemini displays herself.
Outers or No Outers
For those who look at the outers, Uranus will enter Gemini on 26th April, so until the end of April, Venus is in a separating conjunction to Uranus. Matters of love and pleasure may take on an unexpected turn. For those who do not look at the outers, Venus in Gemini in itself already has this connotation. It's interesting to further note that Venus also sextile Neptune in the last week of April, so take promises with a pinch of salt. If you are lucky, perhaps this could manifest into something romantic, and it may get intense with Venus trine Pluto. If you don't look at the outers, similar message can be gleamed from the end of April to early May, when Venus is in an approaching sextile to Saturn, so it's not all frivolous fun, Saturn provides you the opportunity to gain some level of support or wisdom from the experience. This aspect becomes exact under the full moon in Scorpio on 1st/2nd May. More on this full moon in a later post.
Mutual Reception
From 3rd May, Mercury enters Taurus, which is in mutual reception with Venus in Gemini until 17th May. Intellectual curiosity blends in with sensual stability. In relationships, communication brings practical outcomes. Creative projects can benefit from combining objective thinking with sensual awareness. This mutual reception ends on 17th May, 14.5 hours after the New Moon in Taurus on 16th/17th May. From this point, Venus is in an approaching sextile to Mars, creating a dynamic, intellectually stimulating and physically exciting period, blending playful curiosity with direct action. Spontaneous romance is favored, where sparks get ignited at lightning speed. Just a day before Venus leaves Gemini, Mars enters Taurus, where he gains dignity by triplicity, not to mention being in Venus' sign of dignity, just in time for Venus to reciprocate the love when she saunters into Cancer the next day. More about this in a later post.
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Sunday, 19 April 2026
Taurus Season is here! Sun Enters Taurus on 20th April 2026
Sun enters Taurus on 20th April, 02:39 BST/ 09:39 HKT
It's Taurus Season
The Sun leaves the fiery, fast-paced sign of Aries and steps onto the lush and steady soil of Taurus. Taurus is a fixed earth element ruled by Venus, the goddess of sensual pleasure, love & beauty. This is the season to slow down, to settle in, and to reconnect with Mother Earth. If Aries is about igniting a spark of an idea, Taurus is about building the solid foundation that allows this idea take root and thrive. We are waving goodbye to the impulsive nature of Aries (though not completely, as we still have Mercury and Mars in Aries). Begin to appreciate a slower and more intentional pace. We are reminded to be methodical; patience has its merits. This month, give yourself permission to stop sprinting and start strolling. Relearn the importance of indulging in the simple pleasures of life. To go back to basics. Spend time in nature and reconnect with the physical world. Hug a tree, walk on grass, wade in a stream, listen to the bees buzzing, smell the sweet scent of flowers, feel the gentle warm breeze combing through your hair. Shine through the lens of Taurus, cultivate stability and reliability. Assess your tendency to become overly fixated on outdated ideas. Tips on boosting your Taurean energy
Aries is still around....
The Aries stellium may have given you the incentive to push forward, but let's not forget Saturn is also in the mix - Saturn is the metaphorical wall, an obstacle to clamber over. Saturn in Aries is in fall. Being rash has its price to pay. It's not all about being brave and courageous. Charging for the sake of charging will take you nowhere and you will end up wasting your valuable energy and resources. Seek out those who have trodden on similar paths previously. Gather your information and make an informed choice. By the time Sun enters Taurus, Saturn is in a partile triple conjunction with Mercury and Mars. More reasons to stay grounded and be aware that manifestation does work, but it takes more than pure visualization to bridge the gap between fantasy and reality.
Outers or No Outers?
For those of you who look at the outers, we are approaching the final week of having Uranus in Taurus, which, for the past seven years, have been shaking up your Taurean house. I like to think of it as a necessary spring clean, an extended period of spring cleaning, as the matters needing a change require time, patience and willingness to clear out. Taurus is likely to put up a fight, as changes are not particularly welcomed by this fixed earth sign. For those who do not look at the outers, we still need to get ready for a spring clean. Why? Let's focus our attention on Venus, the ruler of Taurus, who will remain in this stubborn sign for four more days before this goddess in rulership will enter the frivolous mutable air sign of Gemini (also Uranus' next destination for the next seven years). During this week, ponder on what you need to keep, and what you need to clear out. Remember Taurus can be a hoarder, holding onto unnecessary physical items and mindsets that have passed their expiry date. Perhaps seize this moment to really ask yourself what needs to go in order to make room for the new?
The other outer worth mentioning is Neptune in Aries. I don't know about you, but I personally don't work well with this planet. Even the supposed 'positive' aspects do nothing but bring confusion and delusions. To be honest, I disagree with the notion of 'just go for it' under the previous Aries stellium, as we have Neptune fogging up the true 'weather', misleading 'warriors' to trudge into swamps and quicksand. Don't charge like an Aries, though you will, as Neptune is in Aries. What's more, Neptune and Mercury were in a conjunction. The delusional side of Neptune is pure dangerous in believing 'I can do it!' Faith with no basis will have you running forward and then you find yourself falling down a cliff because the fog has been clouding your judgement. Better to be safe than sorry.....For those who do not look at the outers, look at Mercury in Aries, it's peregrine, thought processes are not particularly strong but fast, is this a good combination? Look before you leap.
VOC diary for the week beginning 20th April 2026
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Moon Void of Course Timetable
British Summer Time
Monday 20th April: VOC in Gemini from 06:17
Tuesday 21st April: VOC in Gemini ends at 18:00
Wednesday 22nd April: **********************
Thursday 23rd April: VOC in Cancer from 20:28 to 20:41
Friday 24th April: VOC in Leo from 23:21
Saturday 25th April: ***************************
Sunday 26th April: VOC in Leo ends at 02:04
Hong Kong Time
Monday 20th April: VOC in Gemini from 13:17
Tuesday 21st April: **************************
Wednesday 22nd April: VOC in Gemini ends at 01:00
Thursday 23rd April: **************************
Friday 24th April: VOC in Cancer from 03:28 to 03:41
Saturday 25th April: VOC in Leo from 06:21
Sunday 26th April: VOC in Leo ends at 09:04
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