The Taurus new moon gently lands on May 16, 2026. This lowkey lunation provides us with an opportunity to ground ourselves, reset, and plant the seeds of new beginnings with a firm foundation that’s worth investing in long term.
Taurus energy strengthens our need for stability, security, and sensual gratification. It’s important to ask yourself—does it feel comfortable, and will it stand the test of time? If not, this is the lunation to stop and reevaluate.
Mercury is also involved, so we may easily find new ideas and creative solutions to our problems. This aspect also plays well with Jupiter in Cancer, giving us nurturing opportunities to expand.
If there’s an important conversation to have or a business decision to make, now is the time to initiate what needs to be said or done. Standing firm in your words brings rewards.
Mars in Aries will join asteroid Chiron, our subconscious wounds. Conflict may provide you new insight around your healing journey. Turn your pain into action.
This conjunction will harmoniously aspect Venus in Gemini, so our relationships may give us the motivation needed to change our approach.
This new moon will be felt most strongly by those with personal planets in fixed signs: Taurus, Leo, Scorpio, and Aquarius.
This Taurus energy may have us wanting to slow down, but Venus in quick and airy Gemini has us picking up the pace. Since Venus is playing nicely with Mars, keep the vibes fun and flirty.
Mingle with people who make you feel intellectually stimulated. Action-oriented Mars may give you the confidence needed to make a move on your crush, so be bold.
Mercury is still in Taurus, so don’t say anything that you don’t mean or can’t factually back up. Others need to be able to count on your word if you want to build something lasting together.
Jupiter’s involvement has us focused on expanding a nurturing environment for relationships. Try to communicate from an emotionally intelligent perspective to build lasting security.
With Chiron also there, you may come to a place of healing with old relationships that are still energetically lingering. This is the lunation to finally cut ties and focus on moving forward.
If you are happily partnered, discuss any lingering conflict that may still affect you both. Address any wounds openly and honestly, and make a practical plan for a different approach in the future.
Taurus energy gives us the tenacity to move towards new goals with focus and determination, so this is a great lunation to dig your heels in and get to work.
Mercury’s influence may have practical money-making ideas flowing to us easier at this time, and with Jupiter’s favorable aspect, we may be presented with opportunities to nurture and expand them.
Mars in Aries gives us the drive to push forward, and Venus in Gemini may have financial rewards in store. This is especially true if it involves writing, speaking, or learning new skills or information.
Chiron’s influence on Mars may have us confronting work insecurities and lingering wounds around career. If fears of inadequacy have held you back, transmute this energy into newfound professional confidence.
Taurus is an earth sign, so we’re working with plant magic here. On the new moon, get a small pot, dirt, and seeds that correspond to your desires.
Add the dirt and plant your seeds with the intention of expanding your goals as your plant grows.
As you plant them, say the following out loud, “The seeds of success I sow today, may growth and abundance come my way.”
Water as needed. Tend to your plant daily and monitor its progress. Talk to it and tell it nice things, as if you’re talking to a loved one.
As positive efforts are made, watch your plant grow healthy and strong, too. Its energy is tied to your intention, so take good care of it!
Read for Both Your sun and rising signs
Aries:
This new moon has you checking your bank account and adjusting your spending habits accordingly. Fortunately, you may have a creative idea or two up your sleeve to generate more income. If you have a valuable skill or talent, why not use it to make some extra cash? Your strong sense of self-worth benefits you, so use it as motivation towards your financial goals.
Taurus:
All eyes are on you this new moon, so you may be feeling the heat from the spotlight. Time to evaluate the roles you play and the way you view the world. Does everything line up with your inner vision, or is it time for you to hit the reset button? If you’ve been wanting a change in perspective, this is the lunation to course correct.
Gemini:
Though you’re normally one for socializing, this new moon may have you resting and retreating from the world. Taking naps and putting your phone on “Do Not Disturb” for the weekend wouldn’t be a terrible idea. Your dreams and intuition may be heightened now, so pay attention to any insight you receive from your subconscious.
Cancer:
This new moon may have you planting new seeds with community and networking. “It’s not what you know, it’s who you know” may be true for you now. You may realize that, in order to achieve your goals, you need to have the right group of people to help you out. Talk to your community and see who’s interested. You never know who may be willing to help.
Leo:
Being in the spotlight is nothing new for you, but this time, it will be recognition for something you’ve worked hard towards. Pat yourself on the back! You may be in store for a new beginning in your legacy or reputation. You may have an opportunity to be seen favorably by the right people, so put yourself out there and watch what happens.
Virgo:
If you’ve been wanting to take a vacation or get out of the house for an extended period of time, this new moon is your moment. Pay attention to who you meet on your travels, and who you share and express opinions with as you chat. Try to keep an open mind, as you may have an opportunity to expand your worldview.
Libra:
This new moon is a wonderful opportunity to get to know a person of interest on a deeper level. No surface-level small talk will suffice under this lunation. It’s time to let your secrets, fears, traumas, dreams, etc. all out in the open. If it’s closeness and actual depth that you want, you have to be willing to be vulnerable with another person in order to achieve it.
Scorpio:
Your closest partnerships and collaborations may receive a fresh start with this new moon. If there has been a lack of harmony or trust, this needs to be addressed. If one side of the
equation is pulling more weight than the other, again, this needs to be addressed. Remember, it’s not an equal partnership if only one person is making most of the effort.
Sagittarius:
This new moon may be shining a light on unhelpful daily habits that you need to kick. If you’ve been wanting to form healthier, more beneficial habits in your routine, use this lunation to start something new. If you’ve been meaning to make any doctor appointments, now is a great time to schedule something, especially if you’re overdue for a wellness check-up.
Capricorn:
If you’ve been wanting to start dating again, get clear on what you will or won’t accept from others and put yourself out there! This new moon supports romance and pleasure for you, so take advantage. If you are already dating someone, plan a fun, romantic date that deepens your connection. Now is also a great time to start a creative project that will bring you joy.
Aquarius:
Family or even someone memorable from your past may emerge with this new moon, so you could be feeling particularly sentimental. Nostalgia may be resurfacing, so it’s best to ask yourself whether or not these memories are impacting your judgment right now. You may also have a new beginning in your home, and you might be redecorating or even moving.
Pisces:
This new moon is lighting up your center of communication and learning. If there’s an important conversation you’ve been meaning to have with someone, have it, but plan what you’re going to say ahead of time if needed. If there’s a class on a topic of interest that you’ve been wanting to take, sign up for it if you can. You may learn something that benefits you in the future.