May 28th: Mercury transits the Hyades cluster intensifying desires and emotions; the Sun, Uranus and the Black Eye Galaxy (M64) emphasize and protect individuality

May 28th: Mercury conjunct the Hyades cluster and at 135° from Saturn indicates the need to give a concrete and structured shape to our desires and aspirations. We must make the effort; just taking a contemplative attitude can be frustrating, as we would watch passively all the difficulties and obstacles in our way. It is best to take a practical attitude and start somewhere to accomplish our tasks. Although difficult, this challenge can give very good results. Mercury makes later in the course of the day, a conjunction with the star Aldebaran and is at 150° from Pluto, a combination with more or less the same meaning as the Hyades trend. Aldebaran is one of the most famous stars in the astrological tradition, due to its red glow that can be appreciated with the naked eye. It is actually a giant orange star of type K which stimulates much creativity, emotions and desire. Therefore, it is important to use this combination in a creative way, making necessary changes and above all, getting rid of what we do not need, leaving room for new things. It also makes great emphasis on sexuality. Otherwise, if we let desire and emotions flow without control this trend can lead to scenes of possessiveness, jealousy and power struggles. Mercury also makes a square to Chiron, indicating that desires and emotions can interfere with the clarity of our mind and hinder the healing or learning process. However, it is a therapeutic combination, making us aware of our emotional impulses so we can identify what areas we need to heal. The Sun is also conjunct the Hyades, and in parallel to M64, at 60° from Uranus. This combination represents the possibility of resisting the general trend and maintain individuality. Therefore, it is an excellent day to separate self from others, to participate without compromising our own integrity, to contribute to others while remaining oneself. In some cases, there will be rebellion and resistance to integration in a very stubborn way. But the best is to accept people different from ourselves, and yet be able to interact with them for the benefit of both parties. A big challenge, but not impossible! Even less with Uranus in contra parallel to the Horsehead Nebula. This astrological mix moderates the need to express individuality and gives it a more gentle manifestation, softening rebellion a bit and leaving just the dose needed to avoid being carried away by a collective current.