May will present itself as a month of movement, decisions and energetic alignment. The gypsy deck reveals a period in which action and consciousness will need to walk together. It will not be enough to act, you will need to know why and where you are going.

Spiritual energy will be active, bringing protection, but also requiring emotional responsibility and clarity in choices. It will be a month of adjustments, necessary cuts, growth and opening new paths. Each sign will be led to an important point of evolution, whether in love, work or in the internal field.

Below, witch and astrologer Tânia Gori brings not only readings, but also affirmations and rituals to enhance this energy throughout the month. Check it out!

Aries – cards: The Knight, The Whip and The Sun

May will be intense. According to the cards “The Knight”, “The Whip” and “The Sun”, there will be movement, quick decisions and possible conflicts or repetitions of patterns. But all of this will lead to victory and clarity. It will be a month of conscious action — don’t get into unnecessary battles.

Affirmation: “I act wisely and transform challenges into strength and light.”

Ritual: light a yellow candle. Invite the elementals of Fire and Air. Write something you want to transform and burn the paper carefully, envisioning renewal and strength.

Taurus – cards: The Tree, The House and The Garden

Stability, growth and expansion will be on the rise. According to the cards “The Tree”, “The House” and “The Garden”, May will bring emotional security and social opportunities. It could be a very good month for structuring projects and strengthening relations.

Affirmation: “I grow in security and open myself to true connections.”

Ritual: place a plant near you. Invite the Earth elementals. Water with intention, asking for prosperity and stability.

Gemini – cards: The Birds, The Letter and The Paths

Lots of conversations, news and decisions for the period. The cards “The Birds”, “The Letter” and “The Paths” show that May can bring anxiety if you don’t organize your mind. Important choices will arise — avoid acting in a hurry.

Affirmation: “My mind is clear and my choices are made with conscience.”

Ritual: write your questions on paper. Invite the elementals of Air. Fold the paper and leave it under a book for 3 days, asking for clarity.

Cancer – cards: The Moon, The Child and The Heart

It will be an emotional, sensitive month full of new beginnings affective. According to the cards “The Moon”, “The Child” and “The Heart”, love, lightness and emotional healing will be present in May. Listen to your heart.

Affirmation: “I allow myself to feel, start over and love lightly.”

Ritual: one night, put a glass of water next to the bed. Invite the Water elementals and envision emotional healing before bed.

Leo – cards: The Sun, The Star and The Bouquet

It will be one of the best months of the year for you, as brightness, recognition and joy will be on the rise. According to the cards “The Sun”, “The Star” and “The Bouquet”, May will open paths with spiritual protection and good surprises.

Affirmation: “I shine with truth and receive the blessings of the universe.”

Ritual: Take a bath with gentle herbs (like chamomile or lavender). Invite all the elementals and give thanks for the light in your life.

Virgo – cards: The Fox, The Book and The Tower

Be careful with excessive control or distrust. According to the cards “The Fox”, “The Book” and “The Tower”, May will ask for observation, study and moments of introspection. Not everything needs to be resolved now.

Affirmation: “I trust in time and in the wisdom that dwells within me.”

Ritual: Set aside a moment of silence. Invite the elementals of Terra and write current learnings.

Libra – cards: The Alliance, The Heart and The Lilies

Relationships will be highlighted. Thus, love, harmony and bonds will become more mature. The cards “The Alliance”, “The Heart” and “The Lilies” indicate that it could be a month of reconciliation or emotional strengthening.

Affirmation: “I build balanced relationships and full of love.”

Ritual: Light a soft incense. Invite the elementals of Air and visualize your bonds in harmony.

Scorpio – cards: The Snake, The Scythe and The Star

Cuts will be necessary. According to the cards “The Snake”, “The Scythe” and “The Star”, something will need to be finalized for the protection and the light comes in. May will ask for courage to end cycles.

Affirmation: “I release what doesn’t serve me and remain protected and guided.”

Ritual: Write something you want to end. Invite the Fire elementals and burn the paper with the intention of liberation.

Sagittarius – cards: The Knight, The Ship and The Garden

Movement, travel, expansion and new experiences will mark the month. According to the cards “The Knight”, “The Ship” and “The Garden”, May will open new paths and bring positive news.

Affirmation: “I follow my path with freedom and confidence.”

Ritual: place an object that represents movement (key, coin). Invite the Air elementals and ask for paths to be opened.

Capricorn – cards: The Bear, The Fish and The House

There will be material strength, a focus on money and structure. According to the cards “The Bear”, “The Fish” and “The House”, May will favor financial stability and security.

Affirmation: “I build prosperity with balance and security.”

Ritual: separate coins and place them in a pot. Invite the elementals of the Earth and envision abundance.

Aquarius – cards: The Star, The Birds and The Paths

Intuition will guide decisions. Many ideas and possibilities may arise. The cards “The Star”, “The Birds” and “The Paths” indicate that May will ask for focus so as not to become dispersed.

Affirmation: “I choose clearly and follow my intuition.”

Ritual: breathe deeply for a few minutes. Invite the Air elementals and ask for direction.

Pisces – cards: The Moon, The Fishes and The Heart

There will be sensitivity, intuition and connection with emotions and prosperity. According to the cards “The Moon”, “The Fishes” and “The Heart”, May can bring emotional and financial growth.

Affirmation: “I trust my sensitivity and receive abundance with amor.”

Ritual: put water in a container and a coin inside. Invite the Water elementals and give thanks for prosperity.

By Tânia Gori

CEO of Universidade Livre Holística Casa de Bruxa and president of the Brazilian Witchcraft Association. Astrologer, numerologist and writer. Founder of the convention of Witches and Wizards of Latin America.