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May 1 in the stars: Find out what’s in store for you today in our daily horoscopes for Thursday May 1. Read the daily horoscopes for your Sun sign or rising sign (ascendant) to plan your day.
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Your daily horoscopes for Thursday May 1, 2025
Aries (March 21-April 19) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
Fact or fiction? Today, it’s tough to tell, Aries. No matter how hard you try to get to the bottom of things, the truth will be elusive. The best approach? Set aside logical thinking, and put your intuition at the wheel. Stimulate your subconscious with some freewriting, meditating, or dream recollection. Trust your gut instincts. If you’re getting mixed signals, hold off making a decision. Tomorrow’s another day.
Taurus (April 20-May 20) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
Step away from your advisory board, Taurus. You’ve got a decision to make, but the “feedback” you receive makes the task all the more difficult. Stop giving so much weight to other people’s opinions, and pay attention to your own. Beware the guilt-tripper today. The green-eyed monster could rise up in a friend or coworker when it comes to your success. Instead of being put off by her envy, share your story in how you climbed the ranks. If it doesn’t generate admiration (or less jealousy) it might be time to leave this mean girl behind.
Gemini (May 21-June 20) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
You can hold up your end of any conversation, Gemini, but today’s stars will reward you for your openness. Make an effort to listen to other people’s opinions without getting defensive. With the moon and sensitive Neptune at odds, find the right balance between stern and softness. You know how much you hate being criticized unfairly. So before you comment on someone else’s performance, think about the effect your words will have. It’s the honey that’ll catch the flies.
Cancer (June 21-July 22) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
You’re brimming with energy and optimism under today’s Cancer moon, but how are you going to apply it, Cancer? The forecast on your long-term goals are foggy today, courtesy of a tough beam from hazy Neptune in your ambitious tenth house. Even if you’ve gone over the facts and logistics of your options, you also need to examine how you FEEL about them. Don’t push away emotions, especially if the same ones keep cropping up. Reach out to a reliable sounding board, but don’t make any snap decisions. If you’re not 100 percent sure, best to sleep on it.
Leo (July 23-August 22) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
Be extra-consciousness of your boundaries today, Leo. The moon in your blurry twelfth house is at odds with porous Neptune, weakening your willpower. Don’t let others take advantage of you by piling even more on your overflowing plate. Before saying “yes” make sure you have all the facts, or a two-hour gig could turn into twelve. If you don’t have the brain space to think it through, wait a few days. For now, let your intuition do the work. Head to a yoga class, play a guided meditation or call it an early night. Tip: leave a journal by your bed to record your dreams. Your subconscious could turn up surprising answers.
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Virgo (August 23-September 22) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
Empower, don’t enable. Today’s clash between the moon and hazy Neptune calls for better boundaries, especially at work. Is someone coasting by, letting you do all the hard parts of a project? Instead of taking the reins, ask guiding questions. If you’re always the driving force in problem-solving sessions, other people will never develop their capacity, and you’ll be stuck at this level instead of growing to your next phase.
Libra (September 23-October 22) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
Ready, set…wait? You’re anxious to forge ahead with a project, but the other players involved could slow down the process. All you want is a straight answer, but that’s a tall order under today’s confusing moon-Neptune square. Accept the information they provide, but don’t push people to reveal their whole hand. Recognize that you’ll get what you need from them in due time. There’s no sense getting a bad reputation or burning bridges in the process. Your collaborators will be more forthcoming tomorrow. Another 24 hours won’t make that much of a difference.
Scorpio (October 23-November 21) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
Your ideas are amazing, Scorpio, but if you’re not sure how to get from A to B, it’s okay to pump the brakes. Under today’s confusing moon-Neptune square, key details could be obscured. Go back to the drawing board and work on developing a system this week. If you’re not sure where to start, seek out a mentor who’s been where you’re standing right now. You might even want to invest in a business coach or expert to help you devise a rock-solid foundation for your dreams.
Sagittarius (November 22-December 21) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
Knee-jerk reaction alert! Under today’s moon-Neptune square, you won’t be able to hide your emotions, whether you feel attracted to someone, suspicious of their motives or annoyed. Before you react, get the facts. As the sensitive moon faces off with illusion-loving Neptune, rumors and false information could abound. If there’s a slight chance you’re missing key data, do your best to put your feelings on simmer until you have the full picture.
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Capricorn (December 22-January 19) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
You love to provide for people, Capricorn, and to play a hand in their success. But under today’s tricky moon-Neptune square, beward getting too involved in the process. You want nothing more than to see a loved one succeed, but if you pull too many strings, you’ll be cheating them out of a character-building opportunity. Give advice, but let them show initiative and take the steps.
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Aquarius (January 20-February 18) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
You’re eager to get your life in order today, but a hazy moon-Neptune square could throw a wrench into those plans. Watch for an emotional pull. You might have the best of intentions to declutter your closet, for example, only to end up falling in love with clothes you haven’t worn in two years. Or, you could be motivated cut out all sugar, but come lunch hour, you’re ordering a cupcake along with your latte. Avoid an all-or-nothing approach, Aquarius. Make moderation your mantra instead of depriving yourself.
Pisces (February 19-March 20) daily horoscope for Thursday May 1
High drama alert! Today’s moon-Neptune clash put heated emotions at the helm, but you don’t have to get sucked in by them. Don’t throw yourself into a tailspin until you’re sure you have all the facts. Pisces. Steer clear of over-the-top diva types and make sure you aren’t being one yourself. Keep an eye on expenses today, too. With hazy Neptune in your money sector, you don’t want to be stuck with the bill or paying for hidden charges.
