On a lunar day with the waning Moon in Aquarius, it's easier to let go of what holds you back, to change, and to calmly accept your imperfections. This is a favorable time to begin learning, accept new offers, explore unconventional approaches, expand opportunities, and build useful contacts — provided your freedom isn't restricted. People tend to be more talkative at this time and may sometimes show their less favorable sides, so it's important to choose interactions consciously. Still, the waning Moon's energy helps broaden your horizons, deepen understanding of others and yourself, and filter relationships while testing new ideas — use this lunar day for planning and small personal experiments.

Nakshatra: Shravana [until 12-05-2012 15:13:33]   Symbol: Ear. Brings the ability to truly listen and understand. Good for new beginnings, buying household or business items, real estate purchases, and moving. Also good for organizing, public work, philosophy, meditation, resolving conflicts, herbal healing, and choosing a new name.

This nakshatra has a mobile (active) nature. Best for temporary activities that don’t need long-term results — like traveling, meetings, starting studies, starting medical treatment or fasting, repairs, gardening, or buying a car, or changing jobs. Avoid starting projects that require long-term stability.

Tithi: 22, Saptami [until 2012-05-12 12:51:00]   Activities related to vehicles, marriage, music; decorating with fabric or patterns; starting a journey; physical exercise (workouts).