Astrology and tarot both do something a lot of us need—they help us slow down and check in. While the stars lay out the big cosmic patterns, tarot taps into your gut, your emotions, your now. Together, they’re like a weather report for your soul. You don’t have to believe in fate or magic to get something out of them. You just need a moment of honesty with yourself—and maybe a little curiosity about what’s shifting today. Let’s see what May 22, 2025, has in store.
Tarot in the Stars Horoscope
The Sun officially entered Gemini two days ago, and that mental buzz? Yeah, it’s here to stay. Expect more talking, texting, brainstorming, and maybe a little overthinking if you’re not careful. Gemini season loves variety—so follow the tangents, chase the curiosity, and say yes to learning something new (even if it’s just a random trivia fact you’ll never use again).
Meanwhile, the Moon is in Pisces today, which brings a dreamier, more emotional vibe. So while your brain’s on overdrive, your heart’s also wide open. It’s a classic head vs. heart situation—but if you let both have a voice, you’ll be surprised at how intuitive your decisions can feel.
And that’s where tarot steps in. Astrology sets the weather, but tarot? Tarot hands you the map. Let’s take a look at what the cards are saying today—because this spread? It’s speaking loud and clear.
The Planets Today
Here’s your horoscope for Thursday, May 22:
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Sun in Gemini: Mental energy is up. Quick thoughts, clever comebacks, and a need to juggle a million tabs—literally and mentally.
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Moon in Pisces: Emotions run deep. This is that soft-focus, teary-movie, daydream-on-the-bus kind of vibe.
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Mercury in Taurus: Words move slow, but they land. Think clear, speak steady.
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Venus in Aries trine Mars in Leo: Sparks are flying. Passion + confidence = fire. Great day for bold moves in love or art.
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Mars in Leo: Drama’s not bad if you’re the one directing it. Lead with style.
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Jupiter in Gemini: Expand your mind. Literally. Read, talk, sign up for the random workshop—do it all.
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Saturn in Pisces: Emotional boundaries are a work in progress. Keep them soft, but strong.
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Uranus in Taurus: Surprise shakeups in finances or values. Stay grounded.
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Neptune in Aries: New dreams are forming—especially ones that involve leading with heart.
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Pluto retrograde in Aquarius: Transformation’s happening behind the scenes. Don’t fight it.
Takeaway? Stay curious, stay flexible, and don’t ignore your intuition—especially if something feels “off” or overdue for a change.
Today’s Spread
Let’s pull the curtain back a sec: tarot isn’t fortune-telling. It’s not going to tell you who to marry or when to quit your job. But it will help you see what’s stirring under the surface. And honestly? That’s where the good stuff is.
The traditional Rider-Waite deck was used for today’s reading. If you’ve ever Googled tarot, you’ve seen it—classic imagery, bold colors, lots of symbolism. The deck is made up of 78 tarot cards split into two main categories:
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Major Arcana (22 tarot cards): Big life lessons and turning points.
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Minor Arcana (56 tarot cards): Daily stuff—your moods, routines, relationships, etc.
The Minor Arcana is split into four suits—Pentacles, Cups, Wands, and Swords—which represent the elements and areas of life.
So if today’s reading doesn’t click for you? That’s totally fine. Energy shifts daily. Come back tomorrow and see what’s new. Now, let’s get into the three-card spread for May 22.
Card 1: The Chariot (Past)
The Chariot showing up in your past is basically the universe giving you a nod and going, “Hey, I saw that.” You’ve been powering through something big—maybe even a bunch of things all at once. This is that grind-it-out energy, where you don’t have time to pause because you’re too focused on just getting through the next step. You pushed. You rallied. You kept going, even when it felt like everything around you was pulling in the opposite direction. Honestly? You should be proud of that. This card doesn’t show up unless you’ve been carrying a lot—and still made it work.
But The Chariot isn’t just about action—it’s about control. About tightening your grip when things feel chaotic. It’s survival-mode stuff, and that’s okay—but now that you’re out of the thick of it, it’s worth asking: were you actually going where you wanted to go, or were you just trying to avoid crashing? It’s easy to confuse “progress” with “not falling apart,” but those are two totally different things. Just because you’ve been moving doesn’t mean you’ve been heading somewhere that lights you up. So maybe it’s time to re-check the map.
The good news is: you’ve got proof now that you can handle the hard stuff. You’ve built resilience. But that doesn’t mean you have to keep doing everything the hard way. Let go of the pressure to constantly “drive” your life forward. What if your next move came from peace instead of pressure? What if you didn’t need to prove anything anymore? That’s the next level of power—choosing your path instead of just surviving it.
Card 2: Five of Pentacles (Present)
Okay, this one’s not the easiest energy—but it’s honest. The Five of Pentacles in tarot is that “I feel left out, worn down, and maybe even a little invisible” vibe. You could be dealing with money stress, emotional exhaustion, or just a sense that no one really gets what you’re carrying right now. It’s lonely. It’s heavy. And even if you’re not talking about it, you’re definitely feeling it. If that’s you today, this card’s not here to judge—it’s here to reflect that reality back to you. You’re not broken. You’re just tired.
But here’s the part a lot of people miss: in the image of this card, there’s a warm, glowing window behind the people in the cold. That’s not just pretty artwork. It’s a message. You’re not as alone as you think. Support is nearby. But when you’re in that survival space, it’s easy to keep your head down and miss the help that’s right there. Whether it’s a friend, a resource, a tiny lifeline—you don’t have to do this part solo.
So if you’ve been telling yourself to “just suck it up,” maybe pause for a second. Ask yourself what it would feel like to let someone show up for you. Or what it would look like to say, “Hey, I’m not okay today.” That doesn’t make you weak. That makes you human. Sometimes healing starts by just letting someone sit next to you in the mess. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to be open to feeling better than this.
Card 3: Seven of Wands (Future)
Now, this is where things shift. The Seven of Wands is a heads-up that something’s coming that’s going to ask you to hold your ground. Not in a dramatic, everything’s-on-fire kind of way—but in that very real “Are you gonna back down… or stand tall?” kind of way. You’ve made progress, and that’s amazing. But progress often invites pressure. Whether it’s people doubting you, life testing you, or your own inner voice second-guessing every decision—you’ll feel it.
This card says: don’t fold. You’re allowed to take up space. You’re allowed to protect what matters to you. Even if it’s not polished yet. Even if no one else understands it. The truth is, the more you grow, the more the world tries to push back and ask, “Who do you think you are?” And your answer? “I’m someone who’s earned this.”
This doesn’t mean you have to fight everyone. You don’t have to explain yourself to people who don’t get it. You just have to remember why you started—and stay connected to that. The Seven of Wands isn’t about being defensive. It’s about being grounded in your truth, even if it wobbles sometimes. So when that moment comes—when you’re tempted to shrink or people-please or give up—don’t. Stand your ground, protect your progress, and trust that you’ve got every right to be here. You’ve earned this next chapter.
Final Thoughts
Today’s reading? It’s about resilience. You’ve pushed through (The Chariot), you might feel worn down right now (Five of Pentacles), but your strength hasn’t left you—it’s just recalibrating (Seven of Wands).
Astrologically, Gemini energy’s pulling you forward, but that Pisces Moon is asking you to feel the weight you’ve been carrying. You don’t have to sprint. You just have to keep stepping.
Come back tomorrow for a fresh pull and new horoscope. Until then—trust your path, ask for help if you need it, and stand tall in what you believe.
