WARNING: Friday’s lunar eclipse to cause problems in relationships

The penumbral lunar eclipse this Friday, 5 May, may bring chaos to relationships and other areas of your life, dailymail.co.uk reports.

LUNAR ECLIPSE TO AFFECT MANY AREAS OF LIFE

Rose Smith, an intuitive astrologer, told the publication that the energy intensified by Mercury Retrograde will be exceptionally powerful over the weekend.

Smith urges individuals to refrain from making any significant decisions during this time.

Mercury retrograde can lead to miscommunications and misunderstandings in relationships, as well as issues with technology.

It is not an ideal time for traveling or signing crucial documents.

“Relationships will also be tested, so it’s important to give your partner space. With Pluto retrograde (beginning on May 1st) a radical metamorphosis may take place.” Smith said.

NOT TYPICALLY NOTICEABLE

This eclipse takes place when the Moon passes through the faint, outer part of Earth’s shadow, the penumbra.

This type of eclipse is not as dramatic as other types of lunar eclipses and is often mistaken for a regular Full Moon.

Every lunar eclipse begins and ends with a penumbral stage. This is where the Moon passes through the light, outer part of Earth’s shadow, called the penumbra.

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During this, the Moon passes through Earth’s penumbra, but not its umbra. The penumbra is a much lighter shadow than the umbra, so the Moon only gets slightly dimmer during a penumbral eclipse. In fact, it can be difficult to see a penumbral eclipse with the naked eye.

The best time to try and catch it is when the Moon is at the center of the penumbra. At this time, one edge of the Moon may appear slightly darker than the other.

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This article was originally published by Michelle Swart.