Capricorn Monthly Horoscope

MONTHLY OVERVIEW
Let your hair down, Capricorn. If there was ever a month for some wild and crazy fun, this is it. The Sun is in Taurus, your passionate and expressive fifth house, until May 19. Abundant Jupiter is also here until June 11. That multiplies your odds of falling in love, getting swept up in an exciting project and showcasing your artistic gifts (yes, you have them). Say “yes” to fun, be it a sexy fling, a spontaneous weekend away, or tickets to a reunion concert from your favorite glam rock mega-band. The May 5 Scorpio full moon brings on a wildly social Cinco de Mayo. Gather with your crew and 50 of their closest friends. Expect the unexpected!

Caution: The fifth house also rules drama, so your emotions may run a bit wild this month. You could be deliriously happy one minute and then weeping a torrent the next. For a sign that’s not accustomed to emoting so openly, being this uncorked can be a tad disorienting. Be careful how much you vent, though, especially in the second half of the month. Venus, planet of love and harmony, will be retrograde (moving backward) May 15 through June 27. Folks won’t be quite as forgiving as they normally are, so don’t go crazytown on ’em!

On May 20, the Sun moves into Gemini, your sixth house of health and organization. That same day brings a Gemini (new moon) solar eclipse — and big changes to your work, fitness and routines. If you own a business, or if your role has expanded at your job, it might be time to delegate. This month, you could find the perfect intern, assistant or capable co-worker. This is also a great time to revamp your fitness and eating habits. You may receive doctor’s orders to shape up for your health’s sake. If so, this eclipse will connect you to tools, coaches, workouts and inspiring materials that support your quest.

LOVE & ROMANCE
Three cheers for love! A passionate month is in store with the Sun and expansive Jupiter both in Taurus, your romantic fifth house. Jupiter stretches us way out of our comfort zone, and it’s here until June 11. You could fall for someone much different than your usual “demographic,” whether in age, culture, appearance or background. Jupiter has been in Taurus since last June, making love a bit dramatic at times, but also a lot more fun.

You could stand to lighten up here, Cappy, so enjoy the heat, whether it turns into the real deal or not! (In fact, we recently learned of two 40-something Capricorn ladies having steamy, no-strings-attached romps on the regular with fellas 10 years their junior. You go, girls.) If that’s not an option, pick up the “Fifty Shades of Grey” trilogy that’s gotten women around the world all hot under the collar. How about a little travel with your sweetie — or if you’re single, a vacation fling? Red-hot Mars is Virgo, your adventurous and worldly ninth house, until July 3. Leaving city limits can definitely spice things up.

The one snag in your seamed stockings? Love planet Venus will be retrograde from May 15 through June 27, in Gemini, your perfectionistic sixth house. Your critical side could also come out, as the analytical sixth house ramps up your flaw-finding tendencies. Are you expecting yourself or your partner to be perfect? Body image issues could also flare up, making you self-conscious. Capricorn, you’re being challenged to love yourself as you are — and aren’t. Make well-being part of that process. The sixth house rules health and fitness, so reconnect with your body through a yoga class or a workout you love but haven’t done in a while. If you’re in a relationship, team up for healthy cooking or start taking the dogs for an evening walk together. Moving your bodies will break up any stagnant energy. A power-walk through the neighborhood provides neutral terrain to talk about any lingering issues.

MONEY & CAREER
Work can still feel like a bit of a grind now. Your ruling planet, taskmaster Saturn, is retrograde (moving backward) from February 7 through June 25, in your career house to boot. Put any huge ambitions on ice for another couple months, and dive into your creativity more. Retrogrades bring back the past, so reconnect with an old boss, client or mentor, especially if you need a reference or recommendation.

On May 20, a Gemini solar eclipse in your task-oriented sixth house could do a clean sweep of your systems, and even bring on a change of guard or staff. Are you working harder, not smarter? Call in an efficiency expert, declutter your office, download useful apps, or redo your schedule. Your entire process could change now, and while Capricorns prefer things to remain steady, you don’t want to cling to outmoded ways of doing things. If you need a better right-hand man or woman, the eclipse could bring you the perfect assistant. A new job offer could also come your way, quite unexpectedly — possibly in a sixth-house area like wellness, nutrition, data processing, the environment or public service. Eclipses have a six-month arc, so it may not happen overnight for all Capricorns. Some of you Goats may see a gradual shift in the way you balance your life or which priorities you emphasize. Think back to the last Gemini solar eclipse, which was on June 1, 2011. How did your career path or daily to-dos change then? This eclipse could bring the next phase or chapter.

Is your work space irritating you? A co-worker working your nerves? Venus, the planet of peace and beauty, is retrograde (moving backward) in Gemini from May 15 through June 27. Do a clean sweep — or a full-on makeover — of your place of business. Consider ways you can team up with co-workers to improve the place, adding a touch of social responsibility. Is the lack of a recycling policy driving you nuts every time you see another useless fax cover sheet sticking out of the trash can? Start a petition asking the higher-ups to reduce waste and outlining budget-friendly ways to make the company greener. Who knows: There could even be tax breaks for it.

Bring this spirit home, too. You might also find a gardening or repair project gratifying now. If you live in a time-worn apartment building, rally fellow tenants to help you spruce up the common areas. If your block is looking more shabby than chic, how about spearheading a neighborhood cleanup? Combining your creative visions while feeling productive could boost everyone’s morale during Venus retrograde. Sneak in a little feng shui if you can — during Venus retrograde, you’ll be especially susceptible to “stuck” energy. Don’t be the person who gripes but never does anything about it. There’s no need for you to feel disenfranchised ; just don’t give up. Remember the old saw: Winners never quit, and quitters never win. The May 5 Scorpio full moon is in your teamwork sector, making this the perfect time to rally the troops or score big with a group project.

HEALTH: MIND, BODY & SOUL
May is a powerful month to get healthy, especially in the latter part. The May 20 Gemini solar eclipse pushes you to address your well-being proactively. Capricorn is a structured Earth sign, and you thrive when you follow a simple, balanced routine. After the 20th, you’ll have an easier time revamping your habits.

From May 15 through June 27, Venus goes retrograde in Gemini, your health-and -fitness sign. During this cycle, it could take extra work to love yourself through thick and thin. Some old body-image issues or body-bashing thoughts could rear their ugly heads. Even if you’d like to change your appearance, strive to do it from a place of self-love — not with the mind-set that something’s wrong and needs to be fixed. Repeat after us: No body bashing allowed!