The week starts with the new moon in Taurus, allowing us to dream big on April 27. Three days later, Venus in Aries urges us to define and claim our passions. On May 1, Uranus in Taurus connects with the Nodes of Destiny, asking us to shake up our roots and cut loose.

We are in the earthy, sensual season of Taurus. The New Moon in Taurus is on April 27. A New Moon occurs when the Sun and Moon are in the same sign, right next to each other, also known as conjunct. It’s a good time to slow down,

As for other cosmic weather, Venus (planet of pleasure) enters the fiery skies of Aries on April 30, invigorating relationships with greater passion for the weeks ahead. Jupiter (planet of luck) also reaches peak speed in Gemini, encouraging us to pursue greater levels of communication.