Your Daily Horoscopes for Thursday, May 8th

Unrestrained optimism cannot withstand a confrontation with the truth and our attempts to sidestep reality won’t work now. The Moon shifts into practical Virgo at 2:23 am EDT, emphasizing useful facts over indulgent fantasies. However, the Moon’s opposition to phantasmagorical Neptune later in the day makes it tough to simply forget our dreams. It’s helpful to remember that our imaginations can play a significant role in creating the future.

Aries Horoscope

(Mar 21 – Apr 19)

You can derive great benefit from applying your knowledge in a practical way today, especially if you keep your mind on point. Unfortunately, a string of distractions could set you off on a circuitous mental meandering, causing you to waste precious time. Give yourself permission to daydream now instead of being so self-critical because you are not as productive as you wish. The seeds of ambition are first planted in the fertile ground of your imagination.

Taurus Horoscope

(Apr 20 – May 20)

Your long-term goals may not be as in touch with reality as you think. You might even face disillusionment if you try to cling to them too tightly. Unfortunately, working harder doesn’t automatically turn a fantasy into something tangible. Take an objective look at your aspirations and consider whether or not they fit into a sensible plan. Once you have stepped through this preliminary review you will know whether or not to move forward.

Gemini Horoscope

(May 21 – Jun 20)

You are like a butterfly that is flitting from dream to dream today, unable to stick with one long enough to make it real. If you insist on detaching from reality, at least pick your fantasies with as much consciousness as possible. However, don’t get so caught up with your intellectual analysis that you lose touch with your imagination. There’s a delicate dance between being inspired by your visions and misled by your illusions.

Cancer Horoscope

(Jun 21 – Jul 22)

The boundaries between you and your closest friends are blurry today as the Moon’s opposition to foggy Neptune challenges your ability to separate your feelings from the facts. You are eager to be in a fun-filled social setting now, placing you in close proximity with people you like. However, you should tread carefully because your emotional needs can lure you into tricky waters before you know it. Your colorful visions are a rich source of inspiration as long as you don’t confuse them with the truth.

Leo Horoscope

(Jul 23 – Aug 22)

You would prefer to float away on a big puffy cloud of dreams today, but it’s wise to be conscientious about honoring your previous commitments first. It’s unlikely that you can evade your responsibilities, yet neither can you take them too seriously. Practice walking in two worlds, with one foot grounded in reality while the other is exploring the outer reaches of your fantasies. Dancing with duality has its advantages when there is so much work to do.

Virgo Horoscope

(Aug 23 – Sep 22)

Relying on help from others is tricky today, so consider striking out on your own. It’s not that anyone will necessarily flake on you; it’s just that it’s very easy to misunderstand each other now. Even if you believe you hear everything clearly, you can still misinterpret the intent of what’s being said. Don’t try to fill in the spaces between the words with your false assumptions. Just listen closely so you don’t inadvertently steer off track.

Libra Horoscope

(Sep 23 – Oct 22)

You take great pride in your ability to weigh and balance a lot of information to decide what’s most significant. Nevertheless, this sorting process feels like a real struggle today. Paradoxically, your cerebral tools are working fine; it’s just that your imagination is functioning even better. Don’t try to control your thoughts; slipping in and out of fantasy can reveal something important now about how you might be even more efficient in the long run. There’s an infinite ray of possibilities ahead when you’re open to the symbols of your subconscious

Scorpio Horoscope

(Oct 23 – Nov 21)

This might be a perfect day to make something special, create a masterpiece or redecorate your office. However, you may not be able to take time off from your regular work to pursue your artistic talents. Ideally, you could combine your desire to express your vision of beauty with what you must do in the real world. Don’t give up on your dreams; channeling your passion into your creativity enables you to leave your world a better place than you found it.

Sagittarius Horoscope

(Nov 22 – Dec 21)

You may be operating under the false illusion that if you could just stay home today, all your problems would be solved. As much as you need a serious chunk of time to yourself, escaping the real world won’t make you any happier in the long run. Instead of wasting precious time withdrawing into Fantasyland, dedicate your efforts toward making your most important dreams come true. You have to build a ladder first if you want to reach for the stars

Capricorn Horoscope

(Dec 22 – Jan 19)

The best of intentions aren’t sufficient to keep your mind on the work that is in front of you now. Nearly everything that happens appears to be another intriguing distraction which prevents you from honoring your obligations. Nevertheless, it’s still crucial to demonstrate your tenacity today and come through for someone that matters or there could be a big price to pay later on. Work first, play later; your conscience will thank you for it.

Pisces Horoscope

(Feb 19 – Mar 20)

You can unknowingly project uncertainty and confusion today, even if you’re quite sure of yourself. There is a surprising split between your drive for practical accomplishment and your desire for artistic expression. Just make sure that your need to know the truth doesn’t actually prevent you from finding it. Instead of being the scientist or technician now, try a more philosophical approach to balancing the mundane and the magical.