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Spring, with its inherent promise of renewal and rebirth, offers a unique opportunity to refocus on self-care and relaxation. This season invites us to slow down and align with the natural world’s rhythms, fostering a deep sense of renewal within ourselves. Ancient customs and spell work, rooted in the celebration of spring, can guide us in embracing practices that nourish our bodies, minds, and spirits. By drawing inspiration from these traditions, we can create a springtime ritual of self-care that honors our connection to the earth and our ancestors, while prioritizing our well-being.

Can you believe it’s already May? This year is rapidly passing us by, and the month of May could be the month when we turn the curve completely and begin to do what we can to improve our lives after a few years of upheaval.

And, for many, this couldn’t come any sooner. Feel free to breathe a sigh of relief, and welcome to the new normal. Although Gemini season is about ideas, exchange, and learning about new things, it’s also about having some fun and enjoying ourselves. In psychology, Gemini is connected to the Puer Aeternus (Eternal Youth), and during this season it's helpful to let our inner child play and enjoy life – at least a little bit.

So, let’s dive into all the magical ways that we can tap into Gemini season.

The Full Moon in Sagittarius occurs on May 23, 2024. Under the Sagittarius Full Moon, we're basically invited to a cosmic party without the confetti. Picture yourself armed with an explorer's hat and a philosophical book, itching to ditch the daily snooze fest for something wild. This lunar bash is about shooting your shots - ambitions and dreams set to "epic" mode. But keep your feet on the ground; too much enthusiasm might have you accidentally enrolling in a course to learn Klingon. It's a time for truth bombs and travel dreams.

Where does the magic happen? In the universe of course! Without the universe, we could not create. It is like a garden ready to be planted with your ideas and desires and what you plant will grow exponentially. Plus, it’s very important that you are clear and purposeful with your visualizations, words, and tone (the way you say your words).

The New Moon in Taurus occurs on May 7, 2024. When the New Moon happens in Taurus, it's like the universe is handing us a chill pill. Think of it as a nudge to stop and smell the roses, or in true Taurean style, to actually take the time to grow the roses you’ll smell later. It’s all about indulging in the finer things in life, like a good meal or a comfy couch marathon. This phase is your green light to embrace your inner luxury lover—just make sure you’re not splurging your entire paycheck on fancy things.

It's the rainy season again! Spring is the time of renewal, aided mostly by the heavy rainfalls we receive in the upper hemisphere. Rainwater is used in magic in many parts of the world. We will examine many of these in detail. If you know any we’ve missed, please leave a comment!

Welcome to the month of April. We have the biggest aspect of the year, as Jupiter conjoins Uranus in Taurus and a massive Solar Eclipse in Aries. We also have Mercury retrograde, which begins the month on April Fool’s Day.

Let’s dive into all the magical goodies this month has to offer.

Both the New and Full moons this month harness the power of spiritual deep cleaning and transformation. The secret to your metamorphosis will be turning your pain into strength. Storm Cestavani points out that the Sun, Moon, and our friend Chiron will align to open the door to personal insights that could lead your soul to liberation, and closer to reaching your potential.