Tarotscope For Today: Friday, May 16, 2025

Aries

Your card: Five of Swords, reversed

You’re in the process of moving on from a difficult situation, Aries, one that likely used up a lot of your energy. The good news is that you’re on the road to reconciliation and making amends, so long as you choose to let this be something that you heal; if you resist, on the other hand, the resentment you feel will likely fester and worsen. Today is a good time to remember that the past is the past and that we all make mistakes—the best way forward might really be to forgive and forget, even if you know things will never be the same again.

Taurus

Your card: The Hermit

You might feel yourself retreating today, Taurus, but that’s okay—it’s not necessarily a bad thing. Sometimes we need the time to take a step back, sit with our own intuition, and recalibrate. It might be that it’s necessary to take this journey alone, or it might just be that you know it will better you to go forward in solitude because you need the time to think and reflect. Whatever it is, know that you’re never really alone—your people are always in the wings, there for when you’re ready for them.

Gemini

Your card: Eight of Cups

Today, you’re leaving behind what’s no longer serving you, Gemini. Sometimes things don’t work out how you hope they will, and sometimes the things that have worked beautifully in the past no longer align with who you are. That’s okay—it’s disappointing, but that’s part of growth. There are better things waiting up ahead for you, so allow yourself to mourn for a moment, but don’t turn back—you’re not supposed to live your life in reverse.

Cancer

Your card: Page of Wands, reversed

You might find yourself hesitating today, Cancer, second-guessing what you’re doing or unsure if you should be moving forward. While it’s okay to think before acting, just make sure you’re not choosing to forgo an opportunity because you’d rather stay in your comfort zone. If you struggle with self-limiting beliefs, consider how your own mindsets might be holding you back from your full potential.

Leo

Your card: The World

Today, a chapter of your life is coming to a close—but this isn’t a sad thing, Leo. This is victory, success, celebration. This is reaching the milestone you’ve been working toward relentlessly or seeing the fruits of your labor. This is recognition for everything you’ve done to get to this point. A new chapter will be starting soon, and it’ll be exciting and fresh, but for now, take a moment to appreciate where you are and how far you’ve come.

Virgo

Your card: Two of Swords

You have a difficult choice to make today, Virgo—you’re at a fork in the road, and you really might not have any idea which way to go. In fact, there might not really be a right answer, but that doesn’t mean you can get away with not choosing. Even if your head is at war with your heart, for better or for worse, you’re going to have to make a decision—trust your intuition and don’t beat yourself up over hypotheticals.

Libra

Your card: Page of Swords

Today, you’re filled with a lot of stimulating air energy—which works well for you, considering you’re an air sign, Libra. Your day might be full of new ideas, brainstorming, curiosity, and communication. When you feel the spark of inspiration, don’t be afraid to reach out to discuss it with someone. While this energy doesn’t guarantee that your ideas will come to fruition, it certainly is the initial stages of innovation, so don’t let it go to waste.

Scorpio

Your card: Four of Swords

Today might feel a little anticlimactic, but that’s not a bad thing—in fact, it’s probably much needed for you, Scorpio. This is a time for rest, to throw down your sword, take off your armor, and let yourself recuperate from whatever you’ve been going through. You live with such intensity, and because of that, it’s important to take time for yourself and practice self-care.

Sagittarius

Your card: The Devil, reversed

If you’ve been going through a hard time recently, Sagittarius, this might finally be your breakthrough—the moment you step back, look at the cards you’ve been dealt, and decide that it’s time to start moving forward differently. If you’ve fallen prey to self-limiting beliefs, you might finally start to see them for what they are: beliefs, not facts. It’s time to start letting go of the things that aren’t serving you and moving forward understanding your own power.

Capricorn

Your card: Page of Cups

Today’s energy is working in your favor, Capricorn—there are creative opportunities opening up for you, love messages waiting to be answered, and possibilities you’ve never let yourself even imagine presenting themselves. Your intuition is strong today, so listen to your heart and your gut, and don’t let your head get too in the way of what you want to do—your practicality is often useful but sometimes limiting, and sometimes you have to allow yourself to simply go with the flow.

Aquarius

Your card: Queen of Cups

You’re in your emotional power today, Aquarius. You feel like you’re in a stable place, full of love to share with other people and compassion to give those who need it most. Allow yourself to be there for your people in the ways you know they would be there for you and get in touch with your intuition—today, you’re at your strongest when you’re emotionally in tune with yourself and those around you.

Pisces

Your card: Queen of Wands

Today, you’re stepping into your power, Pisces—you are feeling creative, resourceful, and confident. You’re ready to move forward with your ideas, knowing how to get what you want and who to trust to help you to get there. There’s also a strong social energy here, so while you might be strong in your independence, don’t shy away from sharing your thoughts and plans with others—you might be surprised who will be compelled by your story and want to join you.