May Moons & More

May unfolds in the steady, earthy embrace of Taurus season—a time to slow down, reconnect with your body, and focus on building stability in your inner and outer world. Taurus, ruled by Venus, inspires us to indulge in the simple pleasures of life, prioritize what we value, and ground our goals in consistent, tangible effort. It’s a season for tending to what nourishes us and building the foundations that support long-term abundance.

This month’s moon phases guide us through a journey of embodiment and transformation. Starting with the grounding Taurus New Moon on April 27, we’ll move through a bold First Quarter Moon in Leo, an intense and revealing Full Moon in Scorpio, and a visionary Last Quarter Moon in Aquarius. Each phase offers a unique opportunity to reflect, grow, and align with our desires—anchored by the themes of wealth, fun, transformation, and community.

By working with these lunar energies, you can bring more clarity, growth, and self-awareness to your life. Follow along with the journal prompts, self-care rituals, and affirmations to stay attuned to the emotional and energetic shifts of each moon phase in the month of May.

 

New Moon in Taurus – April 27

Theme: Wealth, Security, and Personal-Values

The New Moon in Taurus invites you to plant seeds of abundance. This is a potent time for setting grounded intentions that support your long-term goals—especially in areas like finances and self-worth. The energy is slow and steady, making it ideal for vision boarding, budgeting, or planning sustainable habits.

Self-Care Activities:

• Create a simple and beautiful ritual space for intention-setting
• Make a vision board centered around what "wealth" and "abundance" mean to you
• Start a savings jar

Affirmations for the Week:

• I am grounded, secure, and supported.
• I allow myself to receive abundance with ease.
• I build a life of lasting value and beauty.

Journal Prompts:

• What does true abundance feel like in my life?
• Where can I invite more stability and pleasure into my routine?
• What steps can I take to build sustainable wealth?

 

First Quarter Moon in Leo – May 4

Theme: Fun, Expression, and Creativity

The First Quarter Moon in Leo is a check-in point, encouraging bold action. It brings fiery motivation to express yourself, show up with courage, get creative, and bring joy into your journey. This is a great time to review your progress on your New Moon intentions and inject a dose of play and creativity into your efforts.

Self-Care Activities:

• Try a new hobby or revisit a childhood favorite
• Dress up and take yourself out on a solo date
• Create something just for fun (dance, write, paint, play)

Affirmations for the Week:

• I radiate confidence and joy.
• My creativity flows freely and fearlessly.
• I honor my uniqueness and share my light with the world.

Journal Prompts:

• Where am I playing small, and what would it look like to shine?
• How can I bring more joy and creativity into my daily life?
• What have I already accomplished that I can celebrate?

 

Full Moon in Scorpio – May 12

Theme: Transformation, Impact, and Emotional Depth

The Full Moon in Scorpio brings intensity and illumination. It reveals what’s hidden beneath the surface, asking us to release what no longer serves and step into our power. This moon can feel emotional, but it’s a powerful opportunity for letting go, shadow work, celebrating the impact you’ve made, and personal transformation.

Self-Care Activities:

• Take a bath with salts, herbs, or essential oils
• Practice deep breathing or somatic releasing techniques
• Journal your shadow feelings and lovingly let them go
  

Affirmations for the Week:

• I trust in the wisdom of release.
• I am safe to feel deeply and let go.
• I embrace my shadows as part of my power.
  

Journal Prompts:

• What emotions or patterns am I ready to release?
• Where have I given away my power—and how can I reclaim it?
• What transformation am I currently undergoing?

 

Last Quarter Moon in Aquarius – May 20

Theme: Community, Innovation, & Letting Go

The Last Quarter Moon in Aquarius offers a moment to reflect and refine. It’s a time to clear out the old—whether it’s outdated beliefs, limiting habits, or stagnant energy—and make space for innovation. Aquarius energy invites you to think about your future self, your community, and your place in the collective.

Self-Care Activities:

• Clean your space and declutter your digital life
• Connect with a group or cause that inspires you
• Journal or visualize your ideal future and your role within it
  

Affirmations for the Week:

• I release what no longer serves the greater good.
• I am a visionary, and my ideas matter.
• I am free to evolve and grow with purpose.
  

Journal Prompts:

• What outdated beliefs or routines need to be released?
• How can I show up more authentically in my community?
  
• What future vision am I ready to start aligning with?

 

As you move through Taurus season, you're invited to slow down, savor life’s simple pleasures, and reconnect with what truly brings you value. By aligning with the moon’s rhythm—from planting seeds of abundance to embracing joy, shedding layers, and finding your place in the greater whole—you empower yourself to live more intentionally. May the wisdom of each phase guide you toward a life that feels steady, beautiful, and filled with purpose.

For additional moon-guided self-reflection, goal setting, and habit building tools, download the Luna Focus app on the App Store and Google Play.