🌑 New Moon in Taurus Intention Setting Worksheet
- Maralee Burnett
- May 14
- 5 min read
May 16, 2026
Guiding Light Astrology
🌿 Theme of This New Moon
“Creating Stability Through Conscious Growth”
The New Moon in Taurus on May 16, 2026 invites us to slow down, reconnect with our values, and intentionally create a life that feels secure, grounded, and aligned with what truly matters.
This is a powerful lunation for:
financial growth
self-worth
stability
relationships
physical wellness
creating lasting foundations
Taurus energy reminds us that sustainable growth happens slowly — but it lasts.
🌑 What Creates a New Moon?
A New Moon occurs when the Sun and Moon meet in the same zodiac sign.
At this time:
the Moon is hidden from view
the sky is dark
a new lunar cycle begins
Energetically, the New Moon represents:
new beginnings
planting seeds
intention setting
fresh starts
internal alignment before outward growth
This is considered one of the most powerful times each month to set intentions for what you wish to create moving forward.
🌿 What Does Taurus Represent?
Taurus is an Earth sign ruled by Venus, planet of:
love
beauty
money
pleasure
self-worth
values
Taurus governs:
finances and abundance
emotional and physical security
comfort and stability
patience and consistency
connection to nature and the body
This New Moon encourages you to ask:
“What kind of life would feel truly stable, nourishing, and peaceful for me?”
✨ Why This New Moon Is Significant
This New Moon is amplified by several important planetary influences:
☿ New Moon Conjunct Mercury in Taurus
Important conversations, contracts, ideas, and decisions may begin now.
This combination supports:
planning long-term goals
financial organization
practical manifestation
speaking intentions into reality
♀ Venus in Gemini Sextile Mars & Chiron in Aries
Relationships, communication, healing, and confidence may improve through honest conversations and courageous action.
This energy supports:
healing self-worth wounds
expressing needs clearly
forming new connections
creating opportunities through communication
♃ Jupiter in Cancer Sextile the New Moon
This is one of the most supportive aspects of the lunation.
Jupiter in Cancer adds:
emotional support
intuitive guidance
family growth
abundance through emotional alignment
This energy helps intentions grow steadily over time.
♇ Pluto in Aquarius Retrograde Inconjunct the South Node in Virgo
Old systems, habits, or perfectionist tendencies may need to be released in order for authentic growth to occur.
This aspect asks:
“What outdated pattern is preventing me from building the future I truly want?”
🕯️ Taurus New Moon Intention Ceremony
🌑 What You Will Need
candle
journal or worksheet
calming music
crystals (optional: rose quartz, green aventurine, pyrite)
comfortable quiet space
🌿 Step 1 — Ground Yourself
Sit quietly and take several deep breaths.
Visualize roots growing from your feet into the Earth.
Allow yourself to feel:
calm
supported
safe
present
✨ Step 2 — Reflect
Ask yourself:
What do I truly value?
Where do I desire greater stability?
What would make me feel emotionally secure?
What deserves long-term investment?
📝 Step 3 — Write Your Intentions
Write your intentions in present tense as though they are already unfolding.
Example:
“I create financial stability with ease.”
“I attract relationships that feel safe and aligned.”
“My body grows stronger and healthier each day.”
🔥 Step 4 — Speak Them Aloud
Read your intentions aloud slowly and clearly.
Taurus energy responds strongly to:
consistency
embodiment
spoken commitment
🌙 Step 5 — Close the Ceremony
Thank yourself for showing up intentionally for your future.
Blow out the candle and trust the seeds have been planted.
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🌟 Taurus New Moon by Rising Sign
(Whole Sign Houses)
Aries Rising - 2nd House
Focus on financial stability, income, and self-worth. This new beginning happens in the house that rules over the money you make. A new source of income may be headed your way.
Taurus Rising
A powerful personal reset — redefine yourself and your goals. A new beginning in how you present yourself to others. This is a great time for a physical makeover that changes your appearance. Excellent time to kick off a healthy eating and exercise routine.
Gemini Rising
Rest, healing, and spiritual renewal are needed. A new moon in the 12th house can be a great time to retreat and heal. The stress you have been under as Uranus jump starts significant changes over the next 7 years can be overwhelming. Allow yourself time to adjust.
Cancer Rising
New friendships, collaborations, and future dreams emerge. A new beginning in the 11th house introduces you to new helpful people. This could be a new work group of friends that you gain as a result of a new job.
Leo Rising
Career opportunities and public recognition begin to develop. You are at the top of you game as the new moon happens in your 10th house of career, status and reputation. It is time to rise to the top of your field. With Jupiter headed into your sign at the end of June it's time to grow.
Virgo Rising
New beliefs, travel opportunities, or educational paths appear. A new beginning in your 9th house means its time to let go of all the details and begin to see the bigger picture. There is something more out there for you if you stop trying to control every detail of the unknown.
Libra Rising
Transformation around intimacy, debt, or shared resources unfolds. A new opportunity in the 8th house can create significant change in your life. Financially it is your partner that is perhaps going to experience the most significant change. Which could take a bit of pressure off of you.
Scorpio Rising
Relationships and partnerships enter a new chapter. A new beginning in the 7th house brings a serious relationship into your reality. This is a commitment that could be business or personal. A marriage of a business partnership that is financial in nature can begin now.
Sagittarius Rising
New routines, wellness goals, and work opportunities begin. It is time to embrace your day to day routines and focus on your health. Changes in your work life may happen so you have better work life balance. Could be an increase in pay that helps you manage your stress around money.
Capricorn Rising
Romance, creativity, and joy become important areas of growth. A new beginning in the 5th house is opening up your heart. It is time to get back to doing something that you loved, or it could be time to let love have a place in your life again.
Aquarius Rising
Home, family, and emotional foundations are ready for renewal. The home may be ready for a refresh with a new moon happening in your 4th house. Some may be moving, others are just remodeling, but in either case money is involved. You will have the resources you need.
Pisces Rising
Communication, learning, and important conversations accelerate. It may be time for you to open your mind about something you thought you already knew the answers to. A new beginning in the 3rd house can present new money making ideas to you. This is a very good time to review your overall financial picture and get aligned witht he right experts.
🌿 Journal Reflection Questions
What does abundance truly mean to me?
Where do I need greater patience?
What foundation am I trying to build?
What emotional or financial pattern am I ready to release?
What would help me feel more secure in my life?
✨ Final Message
The Taurus New Moon reminds us that true growth is not rushed.
This is a time to:
plant intentional seeds
trust the process
build slowly and sustainably
honor your worth
The life you desire is built through small consistent choices. Here is the full article on the New Moon here. And the Video tutorial here.
🌟 Ready to Align With Your Personal New Moon Energy?
Your birth chart reveals exactly where this Taurus New Moon is activating your life and what opportunities are ready to emerge.
✨ Book a reading with Guiding Light Astrology for personalized insight, intention guidance, and aligned next steps. Your pathway to your financial future awaits here.
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