Sunday, 26 April 2026
Thursday, 23 April 2026
Full Moon in Scorpio 2026
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
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.
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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Wednesday, 28 January 2026
February Horoscopes 2026
(All dates given are according to the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). All information is taken from the wonderful Astro Moon Diary by AstroCal. )
In the month of February, the planets are busy realigning themselves in the sky. We begin with a full moon in the flamboyant sign of Leo on 1st, all eyes on moi! Then Uranus goes direct on 4th. Watch out for sudden changes and disruptions if you have fixed planets between 26 to 28 degrees. Mercury enters Pisces on 6th, adding a layer of imagination to our rational minds. Do be consciously aware though, that logical thoughts function best without unnecessary emotions. Keep both separate (however hard this may be for some). Venus is exalted on 10th as it saunters gracefully into Pisces. As charming as you may feel, don't push your luck, you're prone to overestimating your attractiveness. Saturn enters Aries on 14th, not a strong placement for our master of wisdom, look where this lands in your chart, as this shows your challenges for the next two years. The solar eclipse in Aquarius marks the start of the Chinese lunar new year on 17th. I wouldn't personally make new moon wishes under eclipses, but that is just my own personal choice. The Sun then enters Pisces the next day on 18th, shifting the focus from the innovative humanitarian, to the compassionate artist. Saturn and Neptune finally come together in a conjunction on 20th. Melting of structures and uncertainty seeping into systems. Watch out for Mercury's first retrograde this year on 26th. Some people are adamant that this brings chaos and endless mayhem into their lives. If you feel particularly prone to this phase, then backup your data least a week before, and avoid expensive purchases and contract-signing within this period.
This month, the planets begin by predominately aggregating in the sign of Aquarius. Let's take a look at each sign of the zodiac to see which sector of your life needs focusing on. Check both your Ascendant and Sun sign. You can get a free copy of your birth chart from Astro.com.
Aries
An opportunity to lead presents itself in a group setting or in the community. however, learn to cooperate in a team and not force your ideas upon others. You may think their needs have been considered, but only on your terms.
Taurus
Take a leap of faith and step outside the practical box that you have imprisoned yourself in. Consider the unexplored path. This is especially so in your area of profession, or as a parent.
Gemini
Learn to stick to your ideas and not flit from one concept to another, not everyone can follow your leapfrog logic.
Cancer
Learn to control your emotions. Don't overwhelm your logical mind with emotional baggage, especially when planning for the future.
Leo
Detach from drama, appreciate the tiny gestures in everyday life.
Virgo
Focus on getting things done. When things go wrong, don't take it personally. Your failed attempts do not represent you.
Libra
Detach from relying on external recognitions. Remember, you're the boss of your life.
Scorpio
Detach from overthinking. It is not as dire as you think.
Sagittarius
Learn to channel your enthusiasm on matters which interest you. Flitting from one thing to another is fun but you end up with nothing to show for at the end of the day.
Capricorn
Don't get bogged down by post mistakes or failures. Focus on what you have gained instead. You invested your time and you have earned how NOT to do something.
Aquarius
Learn to cooperate and immerse yourself wholeheartedly into the community but remember that you are made of flesh and bone, your family also seek your love.
Pisces
Be mindful when being compassionate. Be wise enough to notice when your kindness s being taken advantage of. It is perfectly fine to say no when the line is crossed. Set the line.
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Sunday, 21 December 2025
VOC diary for the week beginning 22nd December 2025
Moon Void of Course Timetable
Greenwich Mean Time
Monday 22nd December: VOC in Capricorn from 14:44 to 15:52
Tuesday 23rd December: ******************************
Wednesday 24th December: VOC in Aquarius from 21:42
Thursday 25th December: VOC in Aquarius ends at 01:09
Friday 26th December: ********************************
Saturday 27th December: VOC in Pisces from 07:03 to 08:02
Sunday 28th December: ***************************
Hong Kong Time
Monday 22nd December: VOC in Capricorn from 22:44 to 23:52
Tuesday 23rd December: ******************************
Wednesday 24th December: *****************************
Thursday 25th December: VOC in Aquarius from 05:42 to 09:09
Friday 26th December: ********************************
Saturday 27th December: VOC in Pisces from 15:03 to 16:02
Sunday 28th December: ***************************
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