Here’s everything you need to know to navigate through this time : 

The planet of communication and technology will start to retrograde next Tuesday, but before getting to the heart of the matter, what is retrograde? 

Simply put, it’s a planet going backwards within the solar system, consequently, its energy is reversed. This phenomenon usually happens three times a year. A retrograde can spin things on its head, which may feel strange and uncomfortable but will lead to necessary adjustments. 

Typically, this period is known for misunderstandings, reuniting with past friends and lovers, transport delays, and problems with technological devices. Therefore, it is highly recommendable to backup phones and computers, check your car, and make sure not to miss your next flight! 

This shift will take place in the airy sign of Gemini and finish its trajectory with earthy Taurus, we might experience more stubbornness, especially in financial matters.  

This Mercury retrograde will be particularly interesting as it will happen in its home sign. Gemini rules over the planet of communication and will radiate its expressive and intellectual energy. 

Given the turbulent times, it is better not to sign any contract or make important decisions during this period. Guard your words and be careful, as you may feel more inclined to get angry and jump to conclusions. It is a key period to reevaluate our ways of thinking. Reflect, review and reassess before proceeding with any life decisions. 

We are currently in the pre-shadow period which means that it is a time of preparation, you might already be feeling its effects. 

Here are a few steps you need to take to wrestle with this strange transit :

1. Think outside of the box, it’s time to be creative in your communication.
2. Research before action, clear your mind and contemplate. 
3. Review! A well-known theme of Mercury retrograde is the return of an ex-lover or ex-friends. It is the perfect occasion to make amends with people from your past to move forward.
4. Be cautious: double-check any important tasks and proceed carefully rather than flying off the rails. 

Now you have all the keys in hand to master this Mercury Retrograde! Good luck! 

Words By Mélodie Bitala-Samba

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Aries

May will be memorable as you take on the world with your enthusiasm and go getter attitude. Being a ball of exciting energy will help a lot as you uplift others with your sense of humour and spread a little happiness along the way. Being a natural extrovert, you will be able to make good use of your time basking in the limelight of your success, bringing your dreams into reality, and letting everybody know your in business and here to stay. Love is a little complicated, but will work out for your highest good as you see in a partnership a chance to grow, and be committed for the long term. Set your sight on that goal and you will achieve it. 

Lucky Colour   Green
Lucky Crystal Peridot

Taurus

Spring refreshes your mindset and gets you in the mood for, literally, springing into action. Magic is in the air and there is a lot to be excited about. It’s the perfect time to get your career coach out and see the big time is possible, as without doubt you have what it takes to make it. Seeing the bigger picture this month will open the doors to successfully achieve your goals. Your positive mindset can lead you to a place of comfort and prosperity bringing about a change within you that can last. Love is wanting your attention so ‘all work and no play’ is not the way this month; make time for your love life and keep up your efforts, it is worth it.

Lucky Colour  Yellow
Lucky Crystal  Citrine

Gemini

This month the twin energy of Gemini comes in handy as you double your efforts to succeed in a fast and ever changing world. Birthdays are always to be celebrated, so make the most of this happy month and share your positive light with others. A sociable and productive month lies ahead, unexpected invitations come and make you feel good about where you are in your life now, and how far you have come. Love can come first this month as you will realise how much love and support is around you and offered up to you. All you need to do is ask, or say yes if you are asked; remember love is giving and receiving, love is kindness and gentleness, and you are all of those. 

Lucky Colour   Red
Lucky Crystal  Rhodonite

Cancer

Lucky would describe the effects of this month, May is a time of progress and will guarantee you celebrate the triumph of success; a winner in all that you do. The light is guiding you and will help you to be prosperous way into the future. Make the most of this auspicious time, wealth is such a mixture of things and having all the right ingredients, gives you a chance to create a wonderful life. Love is important and will contribute to your wellbeing when the time is right. A strange encounter can open the doors to an exciting love life, keep an open mind and heart, as anything is possible now. 

Lucky Colour  White
Lucky Crystal  Clear Quartz

Leo 

Pride is the bedrock of a Leo nature and this month you will have a lot to be proud of. Being the one who is responsible can be heavy going sometimes, but the rewards are immense. You will be appreciated and are more thought of than you could ever imagine. Those that love you will surprise you in ways that show you how much they care. Your energy is being refreshed, brighter and better days lie ahead and as you are just getting warmed up, Leo, you can take your career to the next level with all the bells and whistles attached. Love attracts you to someone special, their good deeds are impressive and as you want someone to rely on, they are a perfect match for you. 

Lucky Colour   Black
Lucky Crystal  Tourmaline 

Virgo

The delicate approach of the Virgo will be sought after this month, it’s down to your good influence and help when times of trouble come, that make others rely and look up to you. At the forefront of this progressive month of May, it is time to have some good old fashioned fun, being surrounded with people that uplift and bring out the best in you will give you the boost you need to succeed, and will certainly recharge your batteries ready to take on the world. Love will help you thrive in the home and family sector of your life – it’s a time for creating lasting bonds that fulfil your future dreams and ensure you are feeling secure in your love life. 

Lucky Colour  Yellow 
Lucky Crystal  Quartz

Libra

A major shift for Libra is taking place and as you are the ‘happy-go-lucky’ type that can adapt to these inevitable changes, the benefits of a brighter outlook will bring you a lot of advantages and open up a lot of opportunities in your life. Travel will be high on the agenda and you will be able to realise your well thought out plans about conquering the world. Love is working for you this month and can smooth out any complications in your love life and bring you a heartfelt love declaration when you least expect it. Be available for love as May brings you a brighter future, full of happy times shared with those closest to you. 

Lucky Colour   Orange
Lucky Crystal  Amber

Scorpio

Thanks to your quick thinking this month, Scorpio, you can turn around any difficulties and have a really good start to the month. A time of abundance is coming and welcomes you to use your great charms to usher in the new, as doing things in style is your motto and will always be your code of honour. If you grab your happiness with both hands, you can bring about a real turn of events that bring matters of the heart into focus, settling for less is not your forte, only an impressive suitor will win you over. This month is full of surprises for the romantic, there is no building sandcastles in the sky for you, materialise your dreams by keeping it real and speaking from the heart, that is the formula that works for you best.  

Lucky Colour   Purple
Lucky Crystal  Chalcedony

 Sagittarius  

Inspiring others can be a wonderful way of connecting with the world, spreading a little love around one day at a time. May welcomes into your life a new way of looking at things; a more adventurous outlook. You may be dreaming of far off shores and sunset evenings; knowing it can be a reality this year, you can make plans and set out on your journey assured you are following your dreams. In life when you have courage and faith in your heart, life will help you to unfold the full potential of your higher self. Expressing your love openly speaks volumes as you easily get what you want from a partner. By taking things to a deeper level than ever before, you realise it has a very helpful impact on your love life and develops a very romantic partnership. Enjoy!

Lucky Colour  Silver
Lucky Crystal  Meteorite 

Capricorn 

Leave the past where it belongs and look to the future Capricorn, springtime is calling you to go all out to manifest your dreams. No more is the Capricorn in hibernation, going all out is a must now. Seeking people and places that help you shine your light and see how great you really are will bring blessings into your life. A twist of fate will help put you with the right situations to release your good karma, and put you on a path of progress and success. Love is not messing around; you will be faced with a love choice that only your heart has the answer to. Let love be your guide – believe and receive – as May will be very memorable. 

Lucky Colour   Pink
Lucky Crystal  Rubellite

Aquarius

You are making a lot of progress and can be proud of yourself and your work this month. You have worked hard Aquarius and have proved to yourself and everyone else just how serious you are about making your way in life. It is true to say until you have tried something yourself you cannot know it truly. Your own wealth of experience can now take you wherever your heart desires. You have within you all the magic of your wisdom waiting to be unleashed on life, through art, music. Influencing and creating the world around you is a must this spring. Love is like an orchestra playing in your world, expressing your hearts feelings is the only way to go – there is no room for doubt. If you love someone, take a chance, tell them!

Lucky Colour  Gold
Lucky Crystal  Crystalline Gold 

Pisces

The voice of reason is never far away, always questioning your most precious feelings that dominate your heart. Love will be on your mind a lot, May is opening a new chapter in love for you Pisces, work will go well but it’s a favourable month for love and your intuition will tell you the right time to ask for what you need from a potential partner. Fate will also indicate the right path to take, so trust in your lucky stars that will move heaven and earth to make you happy; believe in the power of love, and know you are an advocate of romanticism. If you capture the good times and concentrate on making more lovely memories you can relax this month knowing you are exactly where you need to be and in the right frame of mind to feel really good about your life and work. 

Lucky Colour   Sea Green
Lucky Crystal  Aquamarine

Horoscopes by Joanne Hope

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Aries 

Spring is in the steps of the Aries this April, you can rise above any difficulties and begin to make a lot of progress now. Your career is taking shape nicely so a little patience will go a long way. For those of you with birthdays this month, you are blessed by a lucky star, make the most of this favourable time and let your light shine brighter than ever. Love will always find a way, so, the passionate Aries can indulge in a romantic time as this month is full of surprises and lots of affection.

Lucky Colour  Blue

Lucky Crystal  Topaz

Taurus 

Brave and gorgeous is the unbeatable Taurus this month. You will stand out from the crowd and get noticed for your talents and finesse. Style is your forte so you can really show off your original flair and possibly have a career in areas that have creativity at the heart. This is a time for fate to shape you professionally and ensure that you succeed. Love has been encouraging you to spiritually connect with a partner on a deeper level and let them know your inner hopes and fears, it will bring you even closer and help you have a dream life of togetherness.

Lucky Colour   White

Lucky Crystal  Opal

Gemini

Use your mind, heart, and soul to guide you this month Gemini, you can remain positive as you continue to make progress and journey into unknown territory. The universe is presenting you with an opportunity to use your intuitive side in your love life and career, so you can recognise what it is you really want, and can truly achieve. Aim high. Be the one that stands up and is counted as you can realise your purpose in life through your good actions and the results they bring.

Lucky Colour   Green

Lucky Crystal   Emerald

Cancer

Working hard this month will bring its rewards as Lady Luck will shine her blessings to give you what you need to bring about a positive change in your financial circumstances. This alignment of being in the right place at the right time serves as the catalyst that brings everything that you hoped for. You can live your best life by activating the abundance of energy within you that has you dreaming of a love that will take you to greater heights as new romantic situations start happening that can develop a real soul connection.

Lucky Colour    Yellow

Lucky Crystal   Carnelian 

Leo

Lucky Leo, April begins and you start to flourish in your career because of your tenacity and sheer perseverance. The fruits of your labour begin to get noticed and success is within sight. Leo’s are proud, unusually creative, and have an energy that is bold and beautiful, so self-expression is key to all of these wonderful traits. The royal lion is a cousin to Aries and also a fire-sign, April is therefore favourable to you as you can use this extra energy to embrace everything in your life- especially your love life- and really see and feel the difference it makes, it’s impressive.

Lucky Colour    Pink

Lucky Crystal   Diamond

Virgo

Believe and receive is your mantra this month Virgo, April proves to be advantageous to your plans and helps you to rise above any difficulties you have had in the past. ‘A new day and a new dawn’ apply to your approach in April as you start new projects, or finish off old ones, and leave behind uncertainty for a much more secure future. Love really brings out the romantic in you as affection rules your world, so look forward to a happy Easter full of happiness and joy.

Lucky Colour    Blue

Lucky Crystal   Sapphire 

Libra

Fortunately Libra, you are in the running for a positive change, whether you are looking to change direction or job in your career, you can now look forward and know you have done enough to progress and succeed. Push the boat out and give it your all as you will truly find your inner guru is showing you the way to success. Love will be asking you to compromise this month as no one is perfect, there is a happy month ahead that restores your faith in a relationship and brings lots of good times for you to cherish too.

Lucky Colour   Black

Lucky Crystal  Obsidian 

Scorpio 

Love is in the sun, moon, and stars for you Scorpio, this month you can enjoy a much needed holiday or spend some quality time in the outdoors with your loved ones. Easter promises you peace and relaxation, no routine is necessary! Encouraging others at work to be more efficient and effective will be the order of the day as your skillset is second to none and can really make your working world better.

Lucky Colour   Gold

Lucky Crystal   Tigers eye

Sagittarius 

Travel looks amazing for the energetic and fiery Sagittarius, April also brings a touch of the exotic into your soul as you get creative with your ideas and could even come up with a business that has success written all over it. Love will matter this month as you find common ground with a partner and realise you both want the same thing. As your family are close to you, it is important to include them in your plans when you are thinking ahead. All will work out well with your loved ones cheering you on and supporting your growing success. Well done you!

Lucky Colour   Red

Lucky Crystal  Bloodstone

Capricorn 

Lazy days are a thing of the past as spring will certainly bring new challenges, but will also bring lots of rewards for your untiring, ambitious self. Being more of a social butterfly is on the agenda, all the new connections you make while being out and about will be guided by fate, to influence your life in all sorts of positive ways. Love brings unexpected surprises, so expect the unexpected to make you feel like you are on top of the world, you are able to be with the person you truly deserve to be with.

Lucky Colour   Grey

Lucky Crystal   Quartz

Aquarius 

Adventure calls you Aquarius! The world is waiting for you to explore new places and meet new faces, destiny is bringing you out of your comfort zone and is designed to enhance your enjoyment of life. Work and life balance matter now as you are encouraged to keep up with your personal relationships alongside your career. You will be thinking about love a lot more and will find it exciting to be the centre of attention, a new-found confidence will help you feel emotionally free to explore your options and only settle for real love.

Lucky Colour   Orange

Lucky Crystal   Jasper

Pisces 

Love and relationships feature a lot this month as you start to realise you are dealing with your soulmate. Pisces is the best at romantic pursuits and can intuitively know how to get what they want. If you continue to keep your heart’s desires within your reach, you will have a date with destiny this Easter and your luck will change for the better. The artist in Pisces is always bringing the best of themselves to the table and April proves to be memorable for your work in all professional matters. Take the lead and you will succeed.

Lucky Colour  Cream

Lucky Crystal  Moonstone 

Words By Joanne Hope

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